Mated at First Sight
Chapter 437 - 308: Choked up (Third update)_2

Chapter 437: Chapter 308: Choked up (Third update)_2

In an instant, the previously mundane trio had become the focus of attention, garnering the gaze from all directions.

The gazes that filled their surroundings were those of curiosity, astonishment, amazement, and of course, disgust.

What Mu Lin may not have realised was the sheer number of enemies awaiting her in today’s grand banquet. Of course, those interested in her were not limited to just one, either.

Xiao Min had never expected to meet the person who had once gravely humiliated her in such a setting. The sight of Mu Lin confirmed who she was; the woman who made Qin Yan readily abandon and insult her.

She had been reminiscing her hatred towards Mu Lin during this period, reminding herself every day. And now, Mu Lin had practically handed herself over.

As for Qin Yan, his gaze towards Mu Lin initially shifted to amazement, then he lifted his lips – a weird yet satisfied smile on his face. After their previous encounter, the woman whom he had been seeking, seemed to have disappeared from the face of the earth without a trace. Even a thorough investigation yielded no information about her. But today, she had appeared unexpectedly.

Truthfully, since he met her, his desire for other women had dwindled. He didn’t pursue them like he used to.

However.

Looking at the man holding onto Mu Lin’s arm, Qin Yan could say he was feeling quite upset.

With the aggressive look in his eyes, the moment he held gaze with a pair of cold eyes was followed by a deadly threat, causing Qin Yan to stiffen subconsciously, then he laughed softly.

It seems he was given a warning! This man must be the one Mu Lin had previously mentioned as being unavailable.

Indeed, it didn’t look that simple. This might be a tough opponent.

However, it’s quite interesting. Qin Yan has never been warned like this in his life. Didn’t this man know that such actions would only spur another man’s desire to conquer?

If he won the girl, he wondered if the other man could remain as composed.

Yan Zilei went over to Ya Yan, patted her head, "Our darling looks absolutely stunning today." His praise was frank, and she indeed looked beautiful.

He didn’t say sister but referred to her as "our darling".

Unexpectedly, Ya Yan’s face reddens slightly, and she lowers her head.

Yan Zilei turned to Mu Lin, "I thought someone might not let her go." His mouth corner twitched slightly in jest.

On hearing this, Mu Lin laughed softly, gave a side glance to Jing Chen who happened to look back at her. They shared a brief laugh before turning back to Yan Zilei, "I guess, it almost happened." Just now, the man beside her almost didn’t let her go.

Yan Zilei gave a light chuckle, as if he was correct about his guess but didn’t continue to jest. After all, he knew when to put a stop to things. With such a harmless joke, neither Jing Chen nor Mu Lin would take it to heart. They would just laugh it off. However, if the joke is carried too far, it would no longer be a joke.

In all matters, the limit is crucial, and it is also the hardest to grasp.

Ya Yan happily hooked her arm around the one Yan Zilei extended towards her, which made many women wonder about Ya Yan’s identity and envied her.

This man was a highly sought-after bachelor!

Even though it was Ya Yan’s first time attending such a banquet, and her name was known to all, not many knew what she looked like. Moreover, the way Yan Zilei looked and treated Ya Yan seemed less like a brother to a sister, which made people prying into Yan Zilei’s love life more curious.

Only a few who knew Ya Yan wouldn’t assume blindly.

Amongst the curious gazes of the crowd, the four of them moved forward and soon came face to face with the hurrying members of the Xiao family and Hong Family.

However, before the elders could say anything, an unwelcome woman behind them spoke up, not giving anyone a chance to stop her, the elder of Xiao family’s face changed immediately.

"How could I have not known, that even shameless characters who steal other’s boyfriends now qualify for such banquets?" Her eyes flickered arrogantly, her voice infused with strong irony. The ill-will in Xiao Min’s eyes was apparent as she stared coldly at Mu Lin.

Stealing other people’s boyfriends?

This phrase immediately caused confusion amongst the onlookers. Who was the daughter of the Xiao family addressing? She herself was quite renowned for being a boyfriend thief!

However, as the suspicion in the heart of bystanders grew, their eyes followed Xiao Min’s gazes onto Mu Lin.

Could it be that the Xiao family’s daughter has had her boyfriend stolen by someone? The crowd suddenly became very intrigued by this gossip.

They all firmly believed that even in a banquet hosted by the Yan family, the lady of the Xiao family wouldn’t dare behave so rudely towards the woman beside Yan Zilei, especially since Yan Zilei wouldn’t fancy a woman like her.

Therefore!

In a blink of an eye, all the prying eyes landed on Jing Chen and Mu Lin.

Did the woman from the Xiao family mean this man?

Looking at Jing Chen, the crowd became more doubtful.

That’s not possible! How could a man like him ever take a liking to her!