Chapter 66 Dark Night Thorns and Roses
"Could it be me?"
Assistant Xiao Wu rolled his eyes.
"Besides me and Qin Yuan, there are a bunch of grown men around Master Lu, and you're the only woman. Of course, you should go!"
"Did he have female companions when he attended these kinds of events before?" Wen Ni asked.
"Of course not!" Assistant Xiao Wu hurriedly defended Lu Jinye, "Before you appeared, there wasn't a single female creature around Master Lu!"
"Then what is the necessity for female companions to be present at tonight's banquet?" Wen Ni asked seriously.
"Forehead."
Talking to a smart woman really takes a toll on your brain cells!
Think hard, you stubborn idiot...
As Assistant Xiao Wu was pondering her words, Lu Jinye's voice was indifferent: "Your current identity is my [close] bodyguard."
"That's right!"
Assistant Xiao Wu suddenly had a flash of inspiration and started chattering like a bothersome little bee, "Nini! As a bodyguard, you must protect Master Lu's safety at all times, every minute and every second!"
“Attending a banquet can’t be accompanied by a bunch of bodyguards, can it? That would be too conspicuous! So, we can only rely on you, Ni Ni, to disguise yourself as Mr. Lu’s female companion and protect him closely!”
"How dangerous could a dinner party be..." Wen Ni's professional instincts led her to ask what she felt was unreasonable.
"Nini, you're asking too many questions. Change your clothes first!"
Xiao Wu shoved her into the changing room.
Wen Ni silently looked down at the two styles of dresses in her hands.
One of them was a silver-gray rhinestone-studded long dress in the same color scheme as Lu Jinye's.
The other outfit is a gray-black evening gown with a bright red lining, understated yet luxurious and subtly glamorous!
Raise your hand and pull down the zipper...
Outside the changing room
Lu Jinye leaned back on the sofa, his long legs slightly spread.
Long, slender fingers held the glass teacup and gently shook it, watching the tea leaves inside slowly swirl and sink.
“Brother Wu, those two dresses you just picked out require a very good figure and a certain air about them.” The stylist stood by the sofa, glancing at Lu Jinye’s reaction as he spoke. “Or should I get a few more of the other outfits?”
“That’s right. Although Guard Wen is very tall, he’s not a celebrity or model. His physique is average and his demeanor isn’t quite right. I’m afraid he can’t pull off these two looks!” the makeup artist added.
In short, in their eyes, Wen Ni was utterly worthless from head to toe...
Qin Yuan, who was standing at the door, glanced at them silently.
If it weren't for the fact that Master Lu's personal makeup artist was on vacation abroad, he wouldn't have asked those two gossipy women to fill in for him temporarily...
"Huh? Where does our Nini lack elegance? You two have seen too many pointy-faced, pretentious women, have you developed a problem with your aesthetic sense? Everyone who has met Nini says she has the aura of a star!"
Assistant Xiao Wu didn't tolerate them either, and turned to Lu Jinye with a smile, "Mr. Lu, which dress do you think Ni Ni will choose? Gray or black?"
"She would look good in any of them."
Lu Jinye's brief remark made Xiao Wu beam with joy.
The makeup artist and stylist had different expressions, and this answer was tantamount to slapping them in the face!
I don't know what's so special about this guard Wen. Not only does her assistant Xiao Wu protect her at every turn, but even Lu Jinye treats her exceptionally well!
Over the years, she has been the only woman who has stayed by Lu Jinye's side 24 hours a day.
They couldn't understand how Lu Jinye, a prince who had seen the world's finery, could possibly be interested in Wen, who always went out without makeup and dressed simply, never bothering to dress up.
My mind was filled with all sorts of guesses
It vanished the moment the changing room door opened.
A slender figure in a black strapless dress suddenly appeared before everyone's eyes!
She has a curvaceous figure, slender arms without an ounce of fat, long hair cascading over her shoulders like a waterfall, and a slender waist that looks like it could be grasped in one hand!
Her face, devoid of makeup, had a serene expression and a cool demeanor that complemented her all-black attire. The red lining that peeked out as she took a step forward made her appear like a thorny rose in the dark night!
Cold and elegant, dazzling and captivating!
The two makeup artists who had just mocked Wen Ni for her unkempt appearance were now stunned and couldn't look away for a long time.
Even without makeup, she can pull off such a luxurious and elegant evening gown!
"She looks absolutely stunning! Our Nini is simply gorgeous!" Assistant Xiao Wu exclaimed excitedly, jumping up and down on the spot. "Qin Yuan, don't you think so!"
"Yes, it's quite unexpected!"
Qin Yuan, who was suddenly called out, was momentarily dazed.
His gaze, which had been fixed on Wen Ni, suddenly dared to look away, and he abruptly lowered his head, not daring to look at her again!
Wen Ni ignored their praise and simply lowered her head to straighten the fine wrinkles in her clothes.
Suddenly, a shadow loomed over me.
She raised her eyebrows and looked up.
She just happened to run into Lu Jinye's deep, unfathomable eyes!
A red feather mask, following his cool fingertips, gently covered the bridge of her nose and moved upwards.
His usually cold eyes unexpectedly caught a glimpse of barely perceptible tenderness...
"Wearing it will save you some unnecessary trouble."
"good."
Wen Ni responded without any affectation, deftly fastening the mask straps.
She first made a name for herself at a jade auction, and now she's attending the banquet as Lu Jinye's date. If she doesn't cover her face, she'll definitely attract some trouble!
"Our Master Lu is so thoughtful!"
Assistant Xiao Wu cupped her face in her hands and bumped into Qin Yuan shyly.
This action made Qin Yuan feel a chill. He pushed Xiao Wu away with disgust, turned around and walked out, saying, "I'm going to get the car."
"Okay~ Let's pack up and head to the banquet!" Xiao Wu was always full of energy.
Tonight's banquet is a gathering hosted by the chairman of Black Gold Trading, the organizer of the auction a few days ago, and is exclusively for high-society business people!
Because the attendees at the banquet were of high status and special identity, the overall security and inspection facilities were very comprehensive.
We guarantee that no journalist or media professional will be able to get in!
In the magnificent and spacious banquet hall,
Besides the older business leaders and managers, there were also elegantly dressed young ladies and gentlemen from noble families, who were clinking glasses and chatting happily!
"Has that young master from the Lu family in Beijing arrived?"
"I didn't see him. That guy is an international superstar now, so it's inconvenient for him to travel. Besides, he's never liked attending these kinds of gatherings. Today, like every other day, he probably won't be invited!"
"Huh? Shang Yue, didn't your Jin family close a deal with the Lu family not long ago? You and Master Lu should be quite familiar with each other, right? Did you hear anything beforehand?"
Several wealthy young ladies dressed in sparkling diamond gowns gathered together, their conversation revolving around Lu Jinye!
"I……"
Jin Shangyue couldn't help but think of what had happened at the previous auction, and her expression became slightly dejected.
“The Jin family and the Lu family are old friends. Given Shang Yue’s relationship with Master Lu, if Master Lu were to come, he would definitely inform Shang Yue first. After all, only Shang Yue is qualified to be Master Lu’s companion! Since Shang Yue hasn’t received any news, Master Lu definitely won’t come!”
The one speaking was Zhao Weiwei, Jin Shangyue's nominal best friend.
The Zhao family also deals in jade, and their reputation in the industry is second only to the Jin family.
“Weiwei is right…”
"Hey! Wait a minute! Look, isn't that Lu Jinye?!"
One of them raised his voice slightly, rubbing his eyes in disbelief.
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