Jiang Hexi regretted saying things she shouldn't have, which made those people look at her with pity.
"Sister Xiaoxiao, it's a little tight."
After being reminded by her, Si Xiao loosened the ties, walked around to the front of her, and carefully examined the effect of the rhinestone soft nail black silk dress on her body.
"This kind of halter-neck, tie-up dress is very easy to ride up, but it looks great on you. Not only does it not ride up, but it also tightens around your chest, adding a light and relaxed feel."
"Sis, are you praising your own product selection?"
"I'm complimenting your figure. The makeup and styling I designed for you and Wanwan this time is my best work."
Jiang Hexi took it as a polite remark. She smoothed her black silk skirt and prepared to go to the banquet when Si Xiao called out to her from behind:
“Xi-mei, to look good in a rhinestone soft nail dress, you need to exude a queenly aura. Just go ahead boldly and don’t be afraid of anything. Your brother is waiting for you outside.”
Si Xiao had always thought that Jiang Wenze accompanied her to the banquet to pay for Xi Mei's expenses, until she overheard Yu Xiangwan's words in the lounge and realized his distrust.
Jiang Hexi stood there, without turning her head, and asked, "Sister, did any celebrity agents come to talk to you about collaborations today?"
Si Xiao: "Yes, and more than just two or three."
Jiang Hexi reminded her, "Don't agree too easily. Keep them hanging on. Who knows, your big order might be coming up later."
Si Xiao was touched by these heartwarming words. When she looked up, the person had already left.
Jiang Hexi walked through the long corridor and saw a person standing in the dim light at the end of the corridor. Only when she got closer did she recognize the deep-set eyes and brows.
Yan Jie asked her:
"What do you plan to do if you run into those familiar faces when you enter the venue?"
“Completely ignore them.”
Jiang Hexi thought for a moment and then said, "I'll eat and drink as I please. If no one pays any attention to me after I've been around, I'll leave now."
Yan Jie had some reservations about her plan and suggested, "You could try a dimensional reduction attack."
“My family members are all business people. I’m on the same level as those second-generation rich kids. How can I be considered to be at a disadvantage?”
"So you should try to find someone to help you."
As Yan Jie spoke, he bent his arm, gesturing for her to take his arm:
“Simply ignoring those people won’t do them any harm. You need to make them see the difference. With the added boost of fame, you’re not even in the same circle as them anymore.”
"This kind of disregard from the upper circles is the most hurtful. You have to make them feel inferior and jealous. Now you know what to do?"
Jiang Hexi took his arm and said obsequiously, "Your Highness, we're counting on you this time."
"I shouldn't have stolen your thunder during the bidding; this time, I'll return the favor."
Yan Jie led her forward, and the two walked hand in hand into the banquet hall.
The luxurious hall was filled with elegantly dressed people, and celebrities from all walks of life gathered together, chatting and laughing, raising their glasses, shaking hands and talking, presenting a harmonious and joyful scene.
Jiang Hexi saw Yu Xiangwan standing at the garden entrance and was about to walk towards her when Yan Jie turned her elbow outwards, leading her to the main hall.
She had been confused by what he was saying and didn't quite understand what he was trying to do, so she kindly reminded him:
"Wanwan and the others are over there."
"I know, I'll take you there later."
"The second generation are all over there too."
"Then we should definitely go and greet the elders."
Jiang Hexi has always been a show-off since she was a child. She was always intimidated when she met her elders, but she had to pretend to be well-behaved and sensible. She always pretended to be uncomfortable.
She took his hand, but after thinking about it, she decided against it.
“Your Highness, the main hall is full of people of high rank and power. I know a few of them, so it’s best not to force a connection.”
"Coincidentally, I also know a few of them. So, the relationship is passable when both sides are combined."
Yan Jie led her into the main hall and said in a low voice, "Start smiling."
Jiang Hexi immediately put on a sweet smile and nodded to the unfamiliar political figures.
"Uncle, it's been a long time. How are you doing?"
Yan Jie spoke fluent Cantonese, which immediately startled Jiang Hexi, leaving her expression blank.
The old man standing in front of the French windows turned around, and upon seeing Yan Jie, he smiled with an incredibly kind and gentle expression.
"When are you coming to Shenzhen and Hong Kong? Why don't you come home to visit? How is Grandpa?"
"Alright, alright, he asked me to convey his greetings to you."
The old man's gaze softened and fell on Jiang Hexi. "Which department is this?"
When Jiang Hexi saw the old man turn his face, her soul seemed to wander, and her entire expression was blank.
It's like opening a blind box; if you open one and it turns out to be the biggest one in the whole place, how could she not be terrified?
"Xi-mei."
Yan Jie smiled and introduced the old man, saying, "I came to Shenzhen and Hong Kong to find him, so I brought him here to meet you."
Jiang Hexi forced a smile and said, "Hello, Uncle Li."
"Okay, your grandfather will be happy to know."
The old man, seeing through the situation but saying nothing, said, "It's rare for you to come all the way to Shenzhen and Hong Kong. I'll introduce you to the other people."
Looking back on it later, Jiang Hexi had no idea how it all happened.
With the old man's introduction, she got to know a number of political and business figures through Yan Jie, moving with ease in the social circles of the main hall, constantly exchanging pleasantries and pleasantries.
During this time, someone came to offer her a toast, but Yan Jie said that she didn't drink. The old man smiled and smoothed things over, and no one came to offer her a toast after that.
Jiang Hexi benefited from the favor of someone she shouldn't have. She smiled politely throughout, but she was uneasy inside.
The two of them got to know all the people, big and small, in the main hall.
Yan Jie politely bid farewell to the old man and led Jiang Hexi out of the main hall.
The second generation gathered in the outer hall, chatting and laughing amidst the clinking of glasses.
Jiang Hexi released Yan Jie's arm and walked gracefully through the crowd. Wherever she went, everyone around her unconsciously lowered their voices.
She could clearly feel that the way they looked at her had completely changed.
"Ah Xi, it's been so many years since we've seen you. Come on over and have a drink with us." The person speaking was wearing a deep V-neck bodycon dress and greeted her with great enthusiasm.
Jiang Hexi recognized the person as her high school deskmate, who was also the one who betrayed her the most back then.
She glanced at the man and said lightly, "Who are you?"
The man's face turned pale, and his gaze towards her became resentful: "You really do forget things now that you're famous; you don't even recognize your high school deskmate."
Yan Jie walked up from behind and asked with feigned concern, "What's wrong?"
Jiang Hexi sneered mercilessly, "This guy who popped up out of nowhere, he says he doesn't know her, but he's still trying to establish a connection with her."
She threw out that harsh remark and walked towards the rooftop garden.
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