Chapter 189 They are all acquaintances

At this time, Chu Yinxue, An Jinyan and Bai Mengli were sitting next to Miss Ye.

To Su Jingyao, these people are all acquaintances.

After Su Jingyao sat down, Chu Yinxue was the first to speak.

Chu Yinxue has been a beauty since she was a child, with a pair of particularly beautiful eyes, which are extremely charming fox eyes with slightly upturned corners.

At this moment, her eyes revealed a hint of displeasure.

"Miss Su has never participated in such a banquet before. Last time, at my tenth birthday banquet, Miss Su declined. It seems that the Chu family is not as prestigious as the Ye family and cannot invite Miss Su."

Having said that, the corners of her mouth turned down slightly, and she did not hide her dissatisfaction.

Chu Yinxue has been extremely confident about her appearance since she was a child, and has always attracted attention from the public because of her outstanding looks.

I have never seen Su Jingyao before, but when I saw her today, I found that this Miss Su is so beautiful that it's annoying.

"Miss Chu, you are too kind. I was indeed weak on Miss Chu's birthday, and I didn't want to pass on my illness to Miss Chu. Please forgive me, Miss Chu."

There are many reasons why Su Jingyao doesn't want to attend these banquets.

In her previous life, although she was born from a uterus, she always had an adult soul in her body.

The people at these parties were all children aged 11 or 12, with the oldest being no older than 15. Su Jingyao really had no interest in interacting with them, nor did she want to bother dealing with them.

For her, attending such a party was a sheer drain of energy.

These young ladies were always trying to show off their talents, competing with each other, and she naturally didn't want to do these laborious and unprofitable things with a bunch of kids.

I don’t want to watch those childish little boys trying their best to show off themselves like a peacock spreading its tail. It’s really boring.

After listening to Su Jingyao's explanation, Chu Yinxue snorted softly, turned her head to the side and stopped talking.

While the people at the table were chatting casually, many young men began to gather around.

"Miss Ye, ladies, the weather is nice now, the sun is shining, and the breeze is blowing. Let's go out for an outing."

The one who spoke was Yan Shuhan, the eldest son of the Yan family.

He was wearing a moon-white robe, a light blue belt around his waist, and a moist jade pendant. He looked handsome and extraordinary.

"Okay, all the gentlemen and ladies we invited today are here, let's go out together."

Ye Yaqin responded with a smile, stood up and led everyone out.

Su Jingyao also stood up with a smile and followed everyone out.

Si Nanyu, the son of Wu'an Marquis, didn't really want to come this time. In his opinion, it would be more enjoyable to go out horseback riding with a few friends than to attend these boring banquets.

But when his friends heard that it was Miss Ye's party, they all came over with great interest.

The banquets hosted by Miss Ye always invite many young men and women from the capital. They are all old enough to get married, so naturally they all want to choose a wife with a similar family background and whom they like.

Si Nanyu seemed to be walking casually, but in fact he walked to Su Jingyao's side quietly.

His heart beat faster involuntarily, but he tried to calm himself down. As soon as Miss Su came in, she attracted his attention.

"Ms. Su, it's our first time meeting. I'm the Marquis of Wu'an. May I get to know you?"

There was a hint of nervousness in his eyes as he spoke.

This Miss Su had an absolutely beautiful face, and seemed somewhat cold when she was silent, which made him feel unsure whether she was easy to approach.

Su Jingyao turned and looked at him, surprise flashing in her eyes.

Is it him?

They met at the Flower Festival in their previous life, and it seemed that Mr. Si fell in love with her at first sight.

"Mr. Si, this time I came to the banquet, my mother also wanted me to get to know more young men and young ladies in the capital. In the past, I was not in good health and did not go out often. Now that I have met you all today, I naturally want to get to know more."

Si Nanyu couldn't help but feel excited when he saw that she was lively and cute when she spoke, and not at all the cold and aloof as he had imagined.

Just as he was about to continue talking, Yan Shuhan on the side immediately spoke up and interrupted him.

"Miss Su, let me introduce myself to you today. I am Yan Shuhan, the eldest son of the Yan family. I am just fifteen this year."

Su Jingyao smiled at him, "Hello, Mr. Yan."

Afterwards, several young men came and walked up to Su Jingyao, introducing themselves to her with expectant looks on their faces.

Su Jingyao was very open and polite and welcomed everyone who came. She greeted them one by one with a smile.

Si Nanyu couldn't get a word in. He just stood there feeling anxious but helpless.

Ye Yaqin had been maintaining a calm and composed expression, but at this moment, she was gradually showing signs of collapse.

She was just a little girl of about eleven years old. When she found that she was no longer the focus of everyone's attention and no longer the center of attention as usual, she felt sad and lost, and naturally felt very uncomfortable.

However, the strict upbringing over the years was like an invisible shackle, and she suppressed all the negative emotions in her heart.

Su Jingyao was annoyed by the little boys who came up to chat with her one after another, and she inadvertently noticed that Ye Yaqin beside her was in a weird mood.

Although Ye Yaqin and the others had grudges against him in his previous life, in this life, they were just young girls who knew nothing about anything.

What's more, Jun Zechen's heart is only on herself in this life, and there is no possibility that he will marry them.

Su Jingyao doesn't need to harbor any hostility towards them.

Su Jingyao walked gently to the side and picked a white crabapple flower.

Holding a crabapple blossom, she walked in front of Ye Yaqin. The two were almost the same height.

Su Jingyao raised her eyes, met Ye Yaqin's gaze, and smiled. There was not a trace of falsehood or affectation in her smile.

"Ms. Ye has a beautiful face, just like this blooming white crabapple, with a beautiful face and natural charm, which is a perfect match for Miss Ye."

As she spoke, Su Jingyao took Ye Yaqin's hand and with her other hand inserted the crabapple flowers into Ye Yaqin's hair.

Finally, she playfully blinked her big, lively eyes at Ye Yaqin, her eyes full of sincerity and friendliness.

“It’s really beautiful.”

Ye Yaqin was stunned by Su Jingyao's intimate behavior and didn't know how to react for a moment.

Chu Yinxue, who was standing by, saw this scene and instantly burst into dissatisfaction.

Su Jingyao didn't come to her birthday party last time, but this time she was so intimate with Ye Yaqin and even bought flowers for Ye Yaqin.

What on earth does she mean by this?!

All these young ladies in Beijing are surrounding the hypocritical Ye Yaqin, but Ye Yaqin is obviously a wolf in sheep's clothing!

Chu Yinxue frowned, her dissatisfaction clearly written on her face.

Su Jingyao took in Chu Yinxue's reaction and couldn't help but sigh in her heart.

It’s really hard to raise children!

She picked another red crabapple and walked in front of Chu Yinxue.

"Miss Chu, your face is like a crabapple with dew on it, and your eyes are like a crabapple with affection. This red crabapple flower is a perfect match for you~"

"Humph, I am prettier than this flower."

Chu Yinxue crossed her arms over her chest, raised her chin, and pouted.

She would not be easily bought by Su Jingyao's flattery. She and Ye Yaqin were the same kind of people, and she was extremely annoying.

Chu Yinxue was a little shorter than Su Jingyao. Su Jingyao just smiled lightly at her childish and sarcastic remarks and didn't care.

With a teasing look in mind, he tilted his head and asked, "Then am I pretty?"

After saying that, Su Jingyao slowly moved her whole face closer to Chu Yinxue, blinked her big, lively eyes, tilted her head, and looked at her with a smile.

Both of them have big, bright eyes, and at this moment each other's faces are clearly reflected in each other's eyes.

Chu Yinxue had never been so close to anyone before, and she was a little at a loss for a moment.

She was stunned for a moment, looking at Su Jingyao who was so close to her, and had to admit...Su Jingyao seemed really pretty.

"Hmm? Doesn't it look good?"

Su Jingyao's eyes revealed a hurt expression, and her eyelids trembled slightly, as if covered by a layer of light mist.

"No, no, it's pretty nice."

Chu Yinxue turned her head away in a panic, with a slight blush on her cheeks.

"I didn't attend Miss Chu's birthday party last time. To express my apology, can I invite Miss Chu to visit the Su Mansion in a few days? I have prepared a gift and I hope Miss Chu will accept it."

Su Jingyao took Chu Yinxue's hand and shook it gently.

Chu Yinxue didn't expect Su Jingyao to invite her directly. She was stunned at first, then raised her chin and said arrogantly, "Okay, since Miss Su is so sincere, I will go."

When it comes to coaxing children, Su Jingyao thinks she is quite good at it.

After all, they are still young, and have not yet let power and jealousy cloud their pure hearts. They are still quite cute at this time.

Afterwards, Chu Yinxue seemed to have found a companion. She held Su Jingyao's hand tightly and did not let go for a moment.

He even didn't let Su Jingyao get any closer to Ye Yaqin.

Ye Yaqin looked at the intimacy between the two and felt as if something was blocking her heart, making her feel a little unhappy.

Her brows were slightly wrinkled and there was a hint of loss in her eyes, but she still tried to maintain her dignity and smile on the surface.

An Jinyan followed the crowd in boredom, not showing any interest in the gentlemen who came here today.

She must marry the prince in the future!

Even if she couldn't become the Crown Princess, she still had to marry the Crown Prince, become a royal concubine, and enjoy wealth and glory.

The reason why she came today was just to fulfill her mother's request and build good relationships with these young ladies from aristocratic families.

The young men and women were strolling leisurely, chatting and laughing happily.

Su Jingyao's eyes wandered around, and she could talk freely about the flowers and plants around her, and she could even recite poems related to these flowers.

Si Nanyu always followed her closely, with admiration and infatuation in his eyes.

Miss Su is still so young, but she is well-versed in ancient and modern knowledge, and is an expert in poetry.

Yan Shuhan had been following not far away. Although he tried hard to hide his passion and his eyes were not as obviously passionate as Si Nanyu's, his glances towards Su Jingyao from time to time also revealed his thoughts.

Su Jingyao seemed oblivious to their advances and just enjoyed the scenery along the way.

Ye Yaqin has also worked hard on poetry since she was young. Now, listening to Su Jingyao's explanation and recitation, she couldn't help but admire her secretly.

How could there be such a perfect woman, so outstanding in both appearance and talent?

As everyone was chatting and laughing, the sun gradually set and the orange-red sunset filled the sky.

"Ms. Chu, Ms. Ye, it's almost time. I should go back."

Su Jingyao stopped, turned slightly, and spoke softly to Chu Yinxue and Ye Yaqin.

Ye Yaqin nodded gently, "Miss Su, take care."

Su Jingyao nodded and turned to leave, but Chu Yinxue followed immediately.

"Su Jingyao, you don't often go out to parties, you don't know how hypocritical Ye Yaqin is, don't play with her, we are both so good-looking, in the future, whenever you go out to a party, I will take you with me."

Chu Yinxue pulled Su Jingyao's sleeve, pouting her lips, with a sincere and arrogant look in her eyes.

Su Jingyao was stunned for a moment, then couldn't help but chuckle, "Okay."

Chu Yinxue got a satisfactory answer, turned around, and put her hands on her hips at the two people who had been following her.

She said angrily, "Master Yan, Master Si, Miss Su is going back home, do you still want to follow her?"

When Chu Yinxue pointed it out so bluntly, Yan Shuhan's face immediately turned red with embarrassment. He shook his head, his eyes flickered, and he lowered his head somewhat embarrassedly.

Si Nanyu was thick-skinned. He puffed out his chest and looked calm.

"Ms. Chu, I am worried about the safety of you two women. Miss Su's carriage is still in front. I will escort her to avoid any accidents."

"Thank you, Mr. Si, but you don't have to bother me." Su Jingyao turned around and said politely.

"It's no trouble."

Si Nanyu waved his hands quickly.

Seeing that Si Nanyu was determined to send her to the carriage, Su Jingyao shook her head helplessly and stopped trying to stop him. Just let him send her.

Yan Shuhan followed silently, secretly competing with himself.

Si Nanyu glared at Yan Shuhan.

The Yan family is so complicated, why would Lord Su marry Miss Su into the Yan family?

Moreover, his mother has a good relationship with Mrs. Su. When Miss Su grows up, it will be natural for her mother to propose marriage.

Yan Shuhan can't compete with him!

Su Jingyao ignored the two "tails" following her, walked to the front and back of the carriage, and stopped.

"My two lords, my carriage is here, please go back."

She bowed slightly, with a hint of distance in her tone.

"Today I met Miss Su, and she is just as the rumors say, well-educated, well-mannered, and stunningly beautiful. My sister is about your age, and she really wants to meet you once. If you are free, can I invite Miss Su to go on a boat trip on my sister's behalf?"

Miss Su seldom attends such banquets. After meeting her this time, I don't know when we will meet again.

Seeing how shameless Si Nanyu was, Yan Shuhan was so angry that he clenched his teeth.

How could Si Nanyu have any sister!

It's almost like he has a concubine sister.

Thinking about it, he was ready to do the same, but just as he was about to open his mouth, Su Jingyao refused.

"I don't go out often. If I'm lucky enough to meet Mr. Si's sister at another banquet next time, I can get to know her better."

The smile on Si Nanyu's face froze instantly, and a hint of disappointment flashed in his eyes, but he didn't force it.

"Okay, Miss Su, take care."

Su Jingyao bowed slightly, lifted her skirt, turned around and got into the carriage.

However, as soon as she went up, her body suddenly froze.