Chapter 162 Brother Nan Xiao

Now that the Huo family has made such a fuss, although many people are watching them make a fool of themselves, most of the people who came to Huo Xiuyuan's birthday banquet had ulterior motives.

Almost all the invited guests brought their daughters of marriageable age.

On the surface, they came to congratulate Huo Xiuyuan on his birthday, but in reality, they were all eyeing the position of the eldest young mistress of the Huo family.

The Fu family and the Huo family have been friends for generations, and Fu Mingyan believes that she has a better chance than others in this kind of good thing.

When Huo Xiuyuan arrived at the banquet, the Fu family members immediately came forward to greet him.

"Hello, Uncle Huo," Fu Mingyan greeted him very politely.

Huo Xiuyuan nodded and praised her politely, "Yes, Mingyan has grown up and become more and more beautiful."

Fu Yanghui said, "Mingyan is just average, she's far inferior to Nanxiao."

Huo Xiuyuan said, "Nan Xiao, that rascal, is no match for Mingyan, who is obedient and well-behaved."

Fu Yanghui said with a smile, "I heard that your Huo family is going to break ties with the Xia family. Does that mean that Xia Wanwan and Nan Xiao's relationship is also doomed? Why don't you take a look at our Mingyan? You've watched her grow up since she was a child. Nan Xiao and she are childhood sweethearts. How about our two families become related by marriage?"

Fu Mingyan's cheeks flushed bright red instantly. She lowered her head shyly, a hint of anticipation in her eyes.

Huo Xiuyuan laughed and said, "How could Nan Xiao be worthy of Mingyan?"

"What you're saying... There are quite a few people in the entire capital who want to marry into your Huo family. As long as you treat Mingyan sincerely, that's all that matters." Fu Yanghui didn't care about all that; he knew the Huo family was a family he could entrust his life to.

Since the eldest daughter-in-law of the Huo family wants to be replaced, what difference does it make who she is?

It wouldn't be bad to leave the position of the eldest daughter-in-law to his daughter.

Huo Xiuyuan said, "If you had said these words to me a few days ago, I would have agreed, but not now."

"Why?" Fu Yanghui asked, puzzled.

Huo Xiuyuan said, "A Yuan has already chosen someone. We, as elders, should respect A Yuan's opinion."

Fu Yanghui's expression was not good.

Huo Xiuyuan smiled and said, "I'm going to entertain the guests."

Before leaving, Huo Xiuyuan handed Fu Yanghui a glass of red wine.

Fu Mingyan blushed and said, "Father, what does Master Huo mean by this?"

Fu Yanghui's face was ashen: "What else could it mean? It's obvious they look down on you."

"He looks down on me?" Fu Mingyan was furious. "Could it be that he'd be interested in that lowly man who does odd jobs at the hospital?"

Fu Yanghui said, "Nonsense! How could you say such a sarcastic and mean thing!"

Fu Mingyan said angrily, "Am I, the eldest daughter of the dignified Fu family, not as good as a doctor who serves others!"

"Alright, Huo Xiuyuan already said that he was chosen by Huo Yuan." Fu Yanghui scolded, feeling somewhat angry at being rejected, but there was nothing he could do.

Fu Mingyan felt extremely embarrassed; this was the most humiliating moment of her life. She clenched her fists angrily and said, "I want to see just how beautiful this Xia Xixi really is!"

She thought Xia Ningxi was at least an extremely beautiful woman, which was why she could bewitch Huo Nanxiao.

But when Fu Mingyan saw Xia Ningxi appear behind Huo Nanxiao, she was greatly disappointed.

Unlike the other distinguished guests at the banquet, who were all dressed in top-notch haute couture, luxurious and beautiful, Xia Ningxi was in formal attire, standing behind "Huo Yuan." She was clearly there to do odd jobs, not to attend a birthday banquet.

There isn't a single decent dress...

Fu Mingyan was initially worried that Xia Ningxi would be too beautiful and a threat to her, but when Fu Mingyan saw Xia Ningxi's clothes, she couldn't help but feel contempt for her.

Looking around the huge banquet hall, Xia Ningxi was the only one dressed so inappropriately; it was hard to tell what Huo Nanxiao saw in her.

Fu Mingyan and several girls walked up with smiles and greeted Huo Nanxiao.

Huo Nanxiao's attitude was very indifferent. He simply gave an "hmm" and prepared to leave.

Fu Mingyan asked, "Brother Nanxiao, who is this person next to you?"

Huo Nanxiao stopped and looked at Xia Ningxi, saying, "A Yuan's private doctor is named Xia Ningxi."

"Xia Ningxi?" Fu Mingyan was taken aback for a moment, then greeted Xia Ningxi with a big smile: "Hello Dr. Xia, my name is Fu Mingyan, I am the eldest daughter of the Fu family, and I grew up with Nan Xiao. You can just call me Mingyan."

Xia Ningxi nodded politely: "Hello, Miss Fu."

"Are you here for a birthday banquet too? Why are you dressed so simply? Is it because you didn't bring a formal dress? I happen to have brought a spare one with me. If you need it, I can lend it to you," Fu Mingyan offered generously.

In reality, she was implying that Xia Ningxi didn't even have a decent dress.

The other socialites and heiresses all managed to hold back their laughter.

Xia Ningxi could easily understand the implication in Fu Mingyan's words. She didn't know Fu Mingyan, and she didn't know why Fu Mingyan had such a strong prejudice against her.

"No need, thank you." Xia Ningxi declined Fu Mingyan's offer.

Fu Mingyan said, "Does Dr. Xia really intend to stand next to Young Master Huo dressed like this? Do you know that all the VIPs invited today are dressed in formal attire? If you stand in front of Young Master Huo dressed like this, it will probably embarrass him."

Xia Xingxing, standing to the side, said with a dark face, "This is a banquet hosted by the Huo family. My father hasn't said anything. What are you all doing gossiping here? If you don't like it, I can have my grandfather kick you out."

Upon hearing this, the expressions of the young ladies instantly changed.

Fu Mingyan hadn't expected the young master of the Huo family to have such a fiery temper. Her face turned quite ugly, but she didn't dare offend Xia Xingxing. With a smile, she bent down and said, "Little Huo Yuan, I'm your Aunt Mingyan. I even held you when you were little. Don't you remember?"

Xia Xingxing said, "Many people have hugged me, but I don't remember everyone."

Fu Mingyan's face turned deathly pale.

Xia Xingxing didn't even glance at her, and turned to Huo Nanxiao, saying, "Daddy, I'm not wearing a formal dress either. Since they have so many complaints, why don't they just kick me and Dr. Xia out together?"

Fu Mingyan trembled with fright and quickly explained, "Brother Nan Xiao, that's not what I meant!"

Huo Nanxiao's gaze turned cold: "You'd better not be, otherwise I'll have to have someone 'invite' you out."

Fu Mingyan's eyes reddened, and she bit her lip in grievance; she was about to cry.

Xia Xingxing snorted coldly in her heart.

Huo Nanxiao turned to leave, but was stopped by someone.

"Huo Nanxiao, I've only been gone a short while and you've already bullied my sister?" Fu Xiyu stepped forward angrily.

Huo Nanxiao said, "Since you're here, keep her in check and don't meddle in other people's business."

Fu Xiyu glanced at Xia Ningxi next to Huo Nanxiao and curled his lips into a smile: "You bullied my sister for her sake?"