Even as the Bentley Mulsanne stopped at the Jiang family's old residence, Qin Ge could still hear the man's words echoing in his ears, and he clearly remembered the smile on his lips as he lowered his head and placed the rose in his jacket pocket. Every detail was vividly remembered.
The Little Prince, of course, deserves a rose.
It’s over…
Qin Ge raised her hand to cover her eyes.
Thinking:
He seems to really like Huo Beiyuan.
No.
yes--
I really like it.
…
The driver, sitting in the driver's seat, saw through the rearview mirror that the exquisite and handsome young man in the back seat hadn't said a word the whole way, but his expression kept changing. Now he was even covering his eyes with his hands, sitting there motionless.
The driver cautiously inquired, "Young Master Qin, are you feeling unwell?"
A few seconds later, Qin Ge lowered his hand from his eyes. As a master of facial expression management, the emotions in his eyes were completely suppressed the moment his hand fell. All the emotions that should not have appeared quickly receded like the tide, leaving only a noble, aloof, and indifferent demeanor, which was perfect and unassailable.
"No," Qin Ge replied.
"Oh, that's good. I just noticed your face was a little red..." the driver muttered under his breath, turning his head back to remind him, "Young Master Qin, we've arrived at the Jiang family's old residence."
"Okay, I understand."
Qin Ge straightened the non-existent wrinkles in her clothes, opened the car door, got out, and stood in front of the Jiang residence.
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Madam Jiang's personality was somewhat influenced by the aloofness and solitude of an artist. She disliked extravagance and noise, and did not book any five-star hotels. The birthday banquet was held at the Jiang family's old house. If it weren't for the filial piety and insistence of her children and grandchildren, this old lady probably would never have thought of holding this birthday banquet.
The birthday banquet was organized by Jiang's mother. It was a Western-style banquet with a group of chefs and servants. It was no different from being held in a star-rated hotel.
It was getting late, but still early; there was still an hour before the banquet officially began.
Whether it's Jiang's parents, Jiang Ting, Jiang Ye, or Jiang Xibai, they all looked radiant and even more beautiful than usual thanks to the professional styling team. They can be described as a family with exceptionally high looks.
Every guest who saw this would sigh in admiration: Old Madam Jiang is so blessed with so many children and grandchildren; Mr. and Mrs. Jiang are truly good at producing offspring, and all three young masters of the Jiang family are outstanding.
In the past, Jiang's mother would have been all smiles and incredibly proud.
But today...
She dealt with the guests' congratulations and flattery, a hint of anxiety showing on her face.
The old lady had asked Xiaoge several times why she hadn't arrived yet, and she had made up excuses to avoid it. However, the old lady was always intelligent and wise, and women from that era were never to be underestimated, so she probably couldn't keep it a secret for long.
Will Xiao Ge come?
Jiang's mother was unsure.
That child must be completely disappointed in her and this family, right?
Will he come back?
Recalling the unpleasant experience of that day and the boy's resolute departure, Jiang's mother's mouth was full of bitterness.
After dealing with a group of guests, Jiang's mother felt that she couldn't wait any longer. She privately called her sons, "A-Ting, A-Ye, Xiao-Ge hasn't arrived yet. You two should send someone out to look for her right away."
Jiang Xibai came with his two older brothers, thinking that their mother wanted to say something to the three brothers in private. However, the first thing their mother said was this sentence.
Jiang Xibai's fingers curled up silently.
Thinking about Jiang's mother's unusual behavior these past few days—she was always absent-minded, her expression dazed, and occasionally she would look at him with a very complicated gaze—even when he acted affectionately and intimately towards her as before, her attitude subtly revealed an unnatural distance, as if being close to him would be doing someone a disservice...
Jiang Xibai felt quite uncomfortable.
Qin Ge...
He knew it was all because of that name.
Since that night, this person seems to have changed, as if the Qin Ge of the past has... died.
Jiang Ye dyed his hair, which had been highlighted in a trendy color, back to black today. He was wearing a formal suit, but a certain unruliness emanated from his very bones. He scoffed, "Looking for them? I don't even know where they are. Where am I supposed to look?"
Jiang's mother was slightly choked.
Jiang Ye exposed the truth she had been trying to conceal, tearing away the facade and slapping it in her face!
Seeing his mother's face turn pale, Jiang Ting adopted the authority of the eldest brother and sternly rebuked, "Second brother, shut up! I'll send someone to look for her right now. Xiao Ge is really causing a scene. There's a limit to how much she can throw a tantrum at family members. She should know her place. She's so late for Grandma's 70th birthday celebration..."
Before he could finish speaking...
A sudden commotion arose at the entrance of the old house.
"Whose young master is that?"
"Just like a movie star."
"Do we have such a person in our circle?"
…
Qin Ge —
arrive!
From the moment he stepped into the Jiang residence, he attracted the attention of countless people!
I was truly amazed by the boy's appearance. He looked like a medieval prince straight out of a castle, with snow-white skin, short black hair, and gorgeous lips. Coupled with a well-tailored tuxedo, he outshone everyone present, including a popular celebrity!
Regardless of gender, everyone exclaimed in amazement and praise, speculating about whose young master this was. Some even asked if the Jiang family had invited a celebrity from the entertainment industry to entertain the banquet.
Jiang Ting was initially displeased with his immature younger brother who had thrown a tantrum and disappeared during the elder's birthday banquet. Before he could finish his reprimand, he heard a commotion coming from the direction of the Jiang residence's main gate. Although the birthday banquet was mostly arranged by Jiang's mother, as the eldest son and grandson of the Jiang family, Jiang Ting did not want to cause any trouble at the banquet and bring shame to the Jiang family.
Jiang Ting frowned, stopped talking, and looked in that direction.
As far as the eye could see, there was a handsome young man with delicate features, red lips and white teeth.
Even though Jiang Ting always considered himself to have high standards, a hint of amazement and appreciation flashed in his eyes at this moment.
At the same time, Jiang Ting heard Jiang Ye say casually from behind, "Look, isn't he here?"
Upon hearing this, Jiang Ting frowned in confusion.
Who's here?
Immediately afterward, Jiang's mother's joyful voice rang out, the previous worry and anxiety completely gone, "It's Xiao Ge, he's here!"
As she spoke, Jiang's mother, with her graceful figure and high heels, walked quickly toward the boy's location, her pace lacking the elegance of a wealthy socialite she had always been.
Jiang Ting stood there, looking completely bewildered.
That boy is... Qin Ge?!
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