All the guests looked up at Shi Xi, their eyes wide with astonishment.
They all knew that Shi Xi was the most famous socialite in Fengcheng, elegant and poised, but every time they saw her, they felt that she was even more radiant than before.
"It seems the Shi family intends to pamper Shi Xi like their own daughter."
“We’ve raised her for 18 years, so we definitely can’t bear to give her back. I heard that Shi Xi’s original family was poor and destitute.”
"Just look at Ning Yu, right? She comes from a small place, and when she sees such a grand occasion, she can't even speak."
"Ning Yu hasn't even changed his surname back, it seems he really doesn't like the Shi family."
The people present chatted amongst themselves, completely ignoring Ning Yu's feelings.
The lights in the lobby were turned back on after Shi Xi came downstairs.
Everyone stepped forward to offer their congratulations and praise.
Both parents felt proud and their smiles never stopped.
Only Shi Xi felt waves of despair.
She had no idea that her appearance would be so special!
When time brought her down, she thought it was just a simple appearance.
I never expected them to be so high-profile!
They even turned off the lights.
Why are you turning off the lights?!
Shi Xi remained silent, hoping only that Ning Yu wouldn't be angry.
By the way, where's Ning Yu?
Shi Xi thought of Ning Yu and looked around, but she couldn't see her anywhere.
Wasn't it still there before the banquet?
"Are you looking for me, Shi Xixi?" Leng Qiankun appeared from behind Shi Xi and called out to her.
Shi Xi turned her head and saw Leng Qiankun. She didn't dare to say that she was looking for Ning Yu.
After all, Ning Yu won five million from him last time.
"I'm just browsing." Shi Xi smiled politely. "Did you come alone?"
"Of course I'm alone. Who do you think I'd be with, Shi Xixi?" Leng Qiankun's aura was always gloomy and oppressive, but perhaps because it was Shi Xixi's birthday, he had changed into a white suit, which made him look much brighter.
Everyone knows it's a joke.
"Tao Yuxuan, isn't she with you?" Shi Xi thought to herself, "Aren't these two friends of hers always together?"
"No." Leng Qiankun took out a small box and said, "This is a birthday present for you."
Shi Xi accepted the gift and smiled gently, "Thank you."
Leng Qiankun: "Open it and see if you like it."
I knew I wouldn't like it without even opening it.
Shi Xi had absolutely no expectations regarding Leng Qiankun's aesthetic sense.
"Let's dismantle it together tonight." Shi Xi's eyes curved into a smile.
She didn't want to unpack something strange that would embarrass her.
Hearing Shi Xi's words, Leng Qiankun's eyes showed a hint of disappointment.
But he never went against Shi Xi's wishes, so since Shi Xi said it would be demolished that night, he stopped insisting.
"Xixi, come here quickly! This is Professor Yan Xiping from the Department of Literature at Yenching University. He heard it was your birthday and came to see you!" Shi's mother quickly pulled Shi Xi and led her to a middle-aged woman.
Professor Yan looked to be in her forties or fifties. Her serious expression and black-rimmed glasses made her appear extremely stern.
"You're Shi Xi?" Professor Yan looked Shi Xi up and down, nodding slightly. "Not bad."
Shi Xi thought to herself, "What do you mean?"
There's somewhere alright!
She's an absolute beauty, a perfect 100/100!
"Hello, Professor Yan." She thought to herself, but Shi Xi wore a flawless smile, even slightly nodding and lowering her head.
Shi's mother smiled and said, "Xixi, Professor Yan just said that you should choose the literature department. You can follow Professor Yan from now on, which will make it easier for you to get a master's degree."
Shi Xi: ...
Professor Yan's eyes were indifferent as he said, "I cannot guarantee the postgraduate admission. However, I have read Shi Xi's articles, and she is extremely accomplished in literature, a rough gem waiting to be polished."
This means: Let me finish sculpting her quickly, don't delay her.
Mother Shi quickly replied, "Xixi has been smart since she was little. She even won an award in a city-wide essay competition!"
Shi Xi: ?
She painstakingly unearthed this memory from the original owner's memories.
This is about Shixi Elementary School.
It's amazing that my mother remembers it so clearly.
Shi's mother continued to praise Shi Xi, "Xi Xi has also studied piano. I heard that learning music is very helpful for literature. Xi Xi, go and play a piece for Professor Yan."
Shi Xi: "...Okay."
Seeing her mother's expression, she couldn't refuse.
Fortunately, the piano was always in the living room. Shi Xi walked over to the piano, sat down, and took a deep breath.
She herself had studied piano and was calm and composed.
Place your fingers on the piano keys and close your eyes.
Feel the power conveyed by the piano.
Experience the emotions evoked by the music.
Immerse yourself in the world of the original work.
The girl's slender fingers landed on the piano keys, like a ballerina dancing on the black and white keys, light and elegant.
The elegant and tranquil sound of the zither drifted out, and the banquet gradually quieted down as everyone listened to the girl's music.
The pure and serene music seems to cleanse everyone's soul.
As the last key fell, Shi Xi let go.
"I'm sorry for making a fool of myself." Shi Xi smiled shyly. "I haven't played the piano in a long time, so I'm a bit rusty."
"You're too modest. You play so well, you're qualified to go to the Golden Hall of Fame." Leng Qiankun started praising without thinking.
Shi Xi: ...
Just ignore this person.
"It sounds great, a lot of improvement from before." Time had somehow moved on to her side.
The most direct form of praise comes from the applause of the audience.
The prolonged applause made Shi Xi even more embarrassed.
She hadn't played the piano in a long time, and she even missed two notes.
The praise from these people made her feel guilty!
"Very good. What was your score on the college entrance exam?" Professor Yan asked.
Before Shi Xi could speak, her mother interrupted and answered.
"Xixi got 666 points!" Shi's mother smiled broadly.
Professor Yan nodded slightly. "This score is good enough for me to apply to my literature department. You can contact me later and become my student."
Shi Xi smiled insincerely, "Okay, thank you, Professor Yan."
Professor Yan nodded and instructed, "I've read your essay; you have a real talent for writing. Spend the holidays reading carefully, and when the semester starts, we'll write your paper together. Don't hesitate to ask me anything you don't understand; I'll help you."
Shi Xi listened attentively, appearing very well-behaved.
The guests nearby were also praising it:
"The Shi family's daughter is truly accomplished! She's receiving personal guidance from a professor at Yenching University."
"Well, that's what happens when someone gets such a high score!"
"The Shi family really knows how to raise their daughter."
"I just wonder how well that biological daughter did on the exam." At this particular moment, someone had to bring up something unpleasant.
"Ning Yu, right? Why isn't she here?" someone asked, puzzled.
Not only was this person puzzled, but Shi Xi was also puzzled.
Where did Ning Yu go?
She's already been praised high enough, so it's about time for Ning Yu to appear and start the face-slapping phase, right?
Thinking about what she was about to experience, Shi Xi struggled to maintain a fake smile.
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