However, the Ning Family is involved in shady businesses and rarely attends banquets. Why would they come to the Lin Family banquet? Could there be some connection between Young Master Ning and Miss Lin? Pan Yu felt resentful, wondering why another troublesome figure had shown up. Was that little bitch doing it on purpose? Though she cursed inwardly, she wore a warm smile on her face as she greeted, "Young Master Ning, it’s a pleasure to see you." Ning Zihuan’s gaze swept across the room and quickly locked on the figure he wanted to see. He slightly raised an eyebrow and then calmly withdrew his gaze. "Did he just look at me? Did he look at me? Ah... he’s really handsome." "What are you thinking? Obviously, he was looking at me!" Listening to the group of young women behind her chatter excitedly over a mere glance from him, she couldn’t help but shake her head, amused. Lin Qianqian showed a shy smile: "Young Master Ning, hello, I am Lin Qianqian." Regarding status, position, appearance, and ability, Ning Zihuan made her heart flutter. If she could form a connection with Fourth Ning, who in Jiangzhou would dare to bully her? The young man raised an eyebrow. Despite looking so gentle and delicate, a mischievous smile flashed deep in his eyes. "Lin Qianqian? Nice name." His voice was deep, pleasant, sexy, and appealing. Lin Qianqian immediately felt her heart bloom with joy; Fourth Ning said her name sounded nice. A group of ladies’ faces sank; what’s so nice about it? Fourth Ning, you’re too tasteless. Ji Yunya lowered her eyes and chuckled; Zihuan was as cheeky as ever. But abruptly, the young man continued: "Only, paired with that face, it’s a letdown." His tone couldn’t disguise his distaste. Lin Qianqian’s face instantly turned blue, secretly gritting her teeth with a look of grievance. The ladies who were sulking just now all laughed gloatingly; Fourth Ning, you’re too bad, but they liked it too much, and what was anyone to do about it? He didn’t give the two a second look, shoved his hands into his pockets, and walked into the banquet hall, cheerfully greeting people. Even seasoned businessmen couldn’t help but nervously wipe cold sweat off their foreheads upon seeing this young man. The demon’s smile was like a spring breeze, which was truly terrifying; it’d be better if he remained expressionless. Seizing the moment when nobody was paying attention, he sidled up to Ji Yunya, smiling as he spoke, "What a coincidence, Yunya." Yunya laughed, "Yes, quite a coincidence." Those girls who had been fixated on Ning Zihuan bit their handkerchiefs, witnessing him cozying up to Ji Yunya. Bitch, smiling so seductively, you really know how to allure others. Ning Zihuan’s eyes sparkled with starlight, stars that only appeared upon seeing Ji Yunya. This girl had been his dream since childhood, and just looking at her brought him joy. He thought, perhaps this was love. Even though she never noticed him, what did it matter? Over the last two years, he had always been by her side. Like water dripping on stone, if he was persistent, surely he would occupy a place in her heart. As for Yan Song, he ignored him; what woman hasn’t met a couple of jerks in her life? What he wanted was results; the process was unimportant. He cherished every moment spent with her, so upon hearing she would attend, he rushed over without a second thought. "You look beautiful tonight." He tilted his head, his eyes tinged with the colors of intoxication. The source of this content ɪs NoveIꜰire.net Her beauty was like rich, fragrant wine that intoxicated him. The young woman smiled gently, "Thank you." At this moment, Lin Sili appeared on the second floor holding her child, donning a white gauzy dress, her frame slender yet exuding the gentle elegance of a woman, a beauty that drew all eyes. "Thank you all for taking time from your busy schedules to attend my daughter’s first-year birthday party. I, Lin Sili, express my gratitude for your presence. I know there’s criticism about my having a child out of wedlock, but I, Lin Sili, stand upright and dignified, unafraid of any gossip. This child is my everything, and I hope she grows up safe and healthy. For her well-being, I have an announcement to make today." Everyone listened intently; she was pregnant before marriage—let’s see what else she could possibly say. Pan Yu sneered, making such a big fuss, worried that the whole world wouldn’t know your daughter was born out of wedlock. Ji Yunya watched quietly; motherhood had strengthened her, transforming the fragile Lin Sili. Lin Sili took a deep breath and spoke calmly: "Everyone knows my family background. My mother passed away young, which has always been a pain in my heart. I once thought love was like that between my parents, but later..." She gazed at Pan Yu, who was laughing and chatting beside Lin Peng, her expression filled with sorrow. Thinking of the entanglements between Lin Peng, his ex-wife, and current wife, some sympathy for Lin Sili arose; how many has one jerk ruined?