There's still some time before the banquet officially begins.
In the bright and magnificent hall, a huge crystal chandelier, like stars fallen to earth, emits a dazzling light. The colorful wallpaper and exquisitely carved pillars complement each other, making people feel as if they are in a palace.
The center of the table is decorated with exquisite flowers, which complement the various delicacies on the table, making it a feast for the eyes.
By this time, the most important guests had mostly arrived, with only a few people occasionally walking in through the banquet hall doors and then sitting down in a corner.
As prominent figures in the capital, most of them knew each other, and even those who had never met had heard of each other's fame.
Before the banquet officially began, everyone sat facing each other with dignified bearing, wearing polite smiles and exchanging whispers.
Those who are a bit older tend to be more dignified and reserved, speaking in very low voices that are difficult to hear. Some young men and women, dressed in flamboyant attire, are more uninhibited and get together, their laughter frequently filling the air.
"Hey~ Don't you guys think the eldest young master Chu Nanfeng is really handsome?"
"Nonsense, how could he become a superstar in China if he wasn't handsome? I heard he even got into a CP (couple pairing) with a nobody in the entertainment industry not long ago."
"I'm not sure about the pairing, but speaking of handsome men, Miss Chu Liyue's boyfriend is even more handsome than Young Master Chu. I just don't know why I haven't seen him."
"Holy crap, that's really good. Even I, a guy, get aroused by it..."
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Meanwhile, in the most conspicuous spot in the front row, Lu Zhufeng sank into a soft, comfortable chair, crossed his arms, spread his legs, and swayed slightly.
His posture was as unrestrained as could be, forming a stark contrast to the reserved and dignified sitting postures of the others in the hall.
Sitting next to him were Lin Qingyi, Chu Wan, Yun Mo, and Ye Jinyu.
Because of his relationship with Chu Liyue, he did not sit with the Ye family, but instead sat with Lu Zhufeng and the others as a close friend.
Lu Zhufeng casually tossed a grape into the air, then suddenly looked up and popped it into his mouth. Everything that appeared in the banquet hall was of the highest quality.
The exceptionally sweet juice burst and spread in his mouth, silky smooth and refreshing. Lu Zhufeng couldn't help but smack his lips.
"Damn, it smells like money."
Yunmo, Chuwan, Ai Ruoman, and the others all turned their faces away, afraid that others would misunderstand that they knew this crude wild boar.
Sitting up straighter, Lu Zhufeng's gaze swept over the guests, almost everyone holding a beautiful gift box in front of them. He then looked at the people around him and asked:
Have you all prepared gifts for that pretentious girl?
Everyone nodded slightly, speechless. Did they all think others were idiots like him?
Seeing this, Lu Zhufeng licked his lips. Damn it, how come they're all as smart as me?
However, when his gaze inadvertently fell upon Ye Jinyu not far away, he was slightly taken aback.
For some reason, he sensed that Ye Jinyu's expression was somewhat unnatural after he mentioned the gift, with an unusual flush appearing on her fair face.
"Young Master Ye, what's wrong? Are you feeling unwell?"
After a slight hesitation, he still asked the question.
Ye Jinyu was a frequent visitor to Liyue Manor, often staying overnight after late-night experiments. Over time, they became quite familiar with each other.
"Hmm? No...it's nothing."
Upon hearing this, Ye Jinyu's body suddenly trembled slightly. She shook her head twice, then picked up the water glass in front of her, tilted her head back, and drank it all in one gulp. Her gaze then fell, and she looked away.
Seeing this, Lu Zhufeng gave him a strange look. Am I that disliked?
Just then, the once lively banquet hall suddenly fell silent, and everyone's eyes turned to the entrance.
Two tall, slender figures appeared and slowly walked in.
Everyone's attention was immediately drawn to Chu Liyue, whose beauty was renowned throughout the capital. The stunningly beautiful woman had changed out of her usual business attire and into a dignified and noble black dress.
Wearing a gorgeous white gown, the flowing lines accentuated her graceful figure. The skirt was light and airy, making her appear like a celestial empress descending to earth, exuding unparalleled beauty and aloofness. Her hair, styled in a high bun with a few loose strands, added a touch of allure to her cool elegance.
If Chu Liyue is a cold and beautiful empress with a touch of allure, then Xiao Wujie is a handsome but sickly immortal.
His crisp white suit, like a snowfield under the moonlight, was pure and flawless, perfectly complementing his stunningly handsome face. The pink rose on his chest, like a touch of gentleness in spring, adorned the pristine white, perfectly highlighting the tenderness within his ethereal and otherworldly demeanor.
The aloof and stunningly beautiful empress was arm in arm with a gentle, sickly-looking handsome man.
The extreme contrast of conflict carries a strange harmony.
Amidst a sky full of stars, everything is you.
Ignoring the gazes that were fixed on them, Chu Liyue gracefully and dignifiedly took Xiao Wujie's arm and sat down in the front row.
At this moment, she was worried that Xiao Wujie hadn't eaten anything yet, and she had to coax him to eat something.
Her slender arm casually wrapped around Xiao Wujie's waist. The two sat in the most conspicuous position in the front row, surrounded by Lu Zhufeng and a group of people who were both close friends and family.
As soon as Xiao Wujie sat down, Lu Zhufeng presented him with a black wooden box as if it were a treasure. Before Xiao Wujie could speak, Lu Zhufeng opened the box himself, revealing an exquisite hand warmer inside.
"Look, this was made by Master Qi, who has been secluded for many years. You can't buy it even if you have money. It's cold, so here it is to warm your hands."
Seeing his expression that seemed to say, "Praise me!" and "I'm awesome!", Xiao Wujie couldn't help but slightly curl the corners of his mouth and lower his voice:
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