The Female Cannon Fodder With Boundless Merits
Chapter 495 - 499: Wushuang in the World (11)

Chapter 495: Chapter 499: Wushuang in the World (11)

This birthday party was, in the truest sense, the first public appearance of that body.

The public’s opinion of the Su Family’s Miss Su was not high, and based on the hearty and kind invitations from the Second Young Lady Su and Young Master Su, the invited guests decided to attend to support their friends.

When Miss Su sent invitations to the sisters, Su Qingqing looked as though she had no choice, and without needing to say anything, those people could imagine a big scene.

It was nothing more than the weak and favored Miss Su, relying on the adoration of the elders, flaunting her power in front of her siblings.

Otherwise, why would the smile on Qingqing’s face look so bitter and helpless?

Extrapolating is a sickness, and it needs a cure.

They were all rubbing their hands, patting their chests, and promising to attend, not only to protect their friends from a malicious and capricious young lady but also to expose her hypocrisy in front of everyone.

Qingqing and Xiao Zhi, being her siblings, could not do much and had to swallow their own grievances, but their friends did not care about this and could do much more.

The most significant reaction came from Young Master Liu of the Liu Family, who was also among the invited.

As the fiancé of Miss Su of the Su Family, he had to be there; the event couldn’t possibly go on without him.

After receiving the invitation, Young Master Liu was both joyful and sorrowful, and he held the fragrant card, stunned, for a long while.

Although he was engaged to Miss Su of the Su Family, he had never visited the Su Family’s house since the day of the engagement, except for getting closer to Su Zhi, and had no other contact with the Su Family.

Being the fiance of Miss Su, Young Master Liu felt uneasy, but there was no other way to meet his beloved Qingqing.

His Qingqing was truly too kind, but as for his nominal fiancée Su Li, Young Master Liu had no affection.

If it weren’t for fulfilling Qingqing’s deep sisterly affection, he would never have agreed to this marriage.

Qingqing’s tears were something he could never refuse.

Fortunately, Su Li had forgotten that she still had such an eccentric fiancé; otherwise, she would undoubtedly not hesitate to rid herself of such an annoyance.

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Su Qingqing was dressed dazzlingly, like a butterfly amidst a throng of guests, smiling radiantly.

In a nearby pavilion, several outstanding young men were sitting or standing.

Their postures and demeanor, which could only be nurtured in high-ranking nobilities, made it immediately obvious that these men were born of extraordinary origins.

Among them was Su Yao, the future heir of the Su Family.

They were currently at a distance, looking over at the noble ladies nearby.

Most of their gazes inevitably rested on the most eye-catching young lady among them.

One young man remarked, "Truly deserving of her fame as the Second Young Lady Su of the Capital, seeing her today, she indeed has an exceptional demeanor that inspires admiration."

Su Zhi, proud of his sister, puffed out his chest, "Brother Chen, you flatter her too much; my sister does not deserve such high praise."

While Su Zhi responded with humility, the proud expression on his face was clear to everyone.

Everyone could not help but laugh, creating a harmonious atmosphere.

Young Master Liu was also very happy, proud to see his beloved admired by others, yet his heart was filled with bitter sweetness.

It was nearly his chance, this fine lady could have been his, but all was ruined by Miss Su of the Su Family.

At that time, Young Master Liu’s hatred for Su Li reached an unprecedented height.

On the other side, Su Yao leaned close to the man beside him and quietly asked, "Brother Wan, what do you think of my sister?"

This man was none other than Wan Siyi, the subject of interest for both father and son of the Su Family, from the Prince Manor.

Wan Siyi’s eyes shone brightly as he offered a wide smile, "Very good, very good. Mr. Su’s sister is indeed as outstanding as Mr. Su himself."

Though Su Yao spoke in a soft voice, Wan Siyi did not conceal his admiration for Su Qingqing.

Anyone with keen eyes could see his particular attention towards the Second Young Lady of the Su Family, and with Young Master Su delighted by this, those with sharp minds swiftly turned the topic towards other ladies present.

It seemed Mr. Wan favored the Second Miss Su?

Could it be that the Prince Manor intended to form a marriage alliance with the Su Family?

Su Zhi was startled and turned to glance at Young Master Liu, then awkwardly swallowed before turning back, unable to stop smiling.

Mr. Wan was far superior to Young Master Liu in every way.

Although feeling somewhat sorry, Su Zhi still thought that if his sister could marry such a husband, it would bring much more glory than an engagement with Young Master Liu.

Young Master Liu was both jealous and resentful, yet he dared not reveal his true thoughts.

It wasn’t just the power of the Prince Manor he couldn’t afford to provoke, but also he did not want to give others a reason to gossip about his beloved.

Young Master Liu had indeed racked his brains for Su Qingqing.

If Su Li knew this, he would definitely have awarded him the title of the most profoundly affectionate man.

However, no matter how much Young Master Liu tried to hide it, his unfriendly look towards Su Yao subtly revealed his inner unrest.

On one hand, he was annoyed at setting up a match for Qingqing, and on the other, he felt humiliated by being ignored.

He had already humbled himself by agreeing to the marriage contract with the Lady, yet Young Master Su didn’t even bother to flatter him?

Su Yao certainly noticed Young Master Liu’s supposedly inconspicuous look but merely scoffed and paid no further attention.

His brother-in-law would only ever be Wan Siyi; Young Master Liu counted for nothing.

Had it not been for his disdain for his stepmother and second sister’s scheming, unchecked and pretended ignorance, Young Master Liu would not even have the chance to boast the title of Su Li’s fiancé.

His second sister was indeed clever, yet a bit too greedy.

She clearly despised Young Master Liu, yet she couldn’t bear to let go of his devoted affection, hence she devised a plan and pushed him Su Li’s way.

If not for seeing that Su Qingqing had a fine appearance which could be of use to him, Su Yao wouldn’t have cared for his second sister.

All the guests had been there for some time and yet the guest of honor had not appeared, leading many to exchange glances, further solidifying their original impressions.

Miss Su truly knew nothing of etiquette.

Su Yao frowned, just about to send a servant to hurry the Lady, when Su Li, amidst calls from the crowd, gracefully appeared.

However, Su Yao’s frown deepened instead of relaxing.

Su Li was without makeup, and although her face was not as pallid and dull as before, her bloodless pale cheeks still showed that her health was very poor.

She walked with dainty steps, lightly supported by a Maid on one side, and every few steps, she had to use a delicate silk handkerchief to discreetly cover her mouth and muffle her soft coughs.

Her frail appearance made all the onlookers gape in astonishment.