novelbin Chapter 767 - 760: Center of Attention (Part 9)
Chapter 767 - 760: Center of Attention (Part 9)
Back when Bai Yiran’s daughter, Leng Yanxi, had her one-month celebration, Xiao Jin hadn’t married into the Liu Family yet. Bai Yiran, for the sake of her uncle and aunt, publicly reprimanded the Xu family’s couple; all the wives and ladies at today’s party had witnessed that event.
In their eyes, Bai Yiran was not just an ordinary person. Previously, because she lacked family background and hadn’t given birth to a son, they didn’t pay much attention to her. What did it matter if she was the President’s wife of Huamei International? She was just a pretty ornament.
But after that incident, they dared not underestimate Bai Yiran anymore. Setting aside how Leng Liewei increasingly mentions his daughter-in-law; Leng Yichen’s intense protectiveness towards his wife is enough to prevent anyone from being brash in front of Bai Yiran.
Several wives and ladies saw Bai Yiran and enthusiastically greeted her, inquiring about her family’s situation. Knowing she liked children, they shifted the topic to Xiao Xi and Xiao Lang, with a clear intent to flatter her.
Bai Yiran conversed and communicated smoothly with these wives and ladies, occasionally offering a light smile and jest at just the right moments—avoiding being perceived as arrogant and distant while ensuring she was not underestimated.
Xiao Jin’s expression grew increasingly unpleasant. Today was clearly a banquet held by the Liu Family; as the Liu family’s daughter-in-law, she should be the focus of the event. Why did Bai Yiran steal her thunder as soon as she arrived?
Noticing Xiao Jin’s unpleasant expression, Bai Yiran casually glanced at her, "Xiao Jin, why are you standing over there alone? Today is your stage; the hostess should be by your side."
Bai Yiran’s words instantly reminded the wives and ladies; how did they overlook this new Liu family daughter-in-law? Thankfully Bai Yiran pointed it out, or they might have faced complaints.
The wives and ladies awkwardly turned their attention to Xiao Jin, "Isn’t that right, Xiao Jin, today you are the protagonist!" one lady said.
Seeing everyone shift their focus back to her, Xiao Jin’s expression slightly improved.
Bai Yiran looked at Xiao Jin’s demeanor, shaking her head internally. It seemed this Xiao Jin needed more honing; acting petty in public like this was a major taboo at a party.
Xiao Jin’s petty behavior made the atmosphere awkward; people didn’t know what topic to discuss with her. She was newly married without children, so they couldn’t ask about kids. They weren’t well-acquainted with her to inquire about her married life either. Trying to engage through day-to-day interests wasn’t feasible as they had no idea what she liked doing.
Everyone fell silent, making the situation a bit awkward. Xiao Jin glanced at Bai Yiran, then cheerfully said, "Yiran, weren’t you kidnapped before? Can you share with us your kidnapping experience? I’m really curious!"
Xiao Jin’s words left everyone present stunned!
They were curious too, but no one had the courage to ask; Xiao Jin was truly unafraid, voicing anything without restraint!
Everyone watched Bai Yiran’s reaction, and sure enough, her smile faded slightly upon hearing Xiao Jin’s remark.
"Oh dear, let’s not ask about that. I’m more curious whether Xiao Xi from your family can speak now?" one elderly lady interjected to smooth things over.
Xiao Jin looked innocently at the lady, blinking her big, watery eyes, "Can’t we ask? Weren’t you all curious earlier? Before Yiran came, I overheard you discussing it."
Xiao Jin’s words made everyone present change their expressions.