442: The old ladies meet Qin Yan

The old ladies meet Qin Yan

Xi Ting was sitting on the sofa in the living room when he heard the footsteps. He looked up. He saw Qin Yan descending down the stairs.0

The shiny fishtail dress wrapped around Qin Yan's exquisite figure. Her waist was so slender that he could grab it with one hand. The sweetheart neckline showcased her beautiful collarbone. Her shoulder and neck were so attractive that people could not take their eyes off her.

As she walked, the tail of the dress swayed, like a mermaid jumping out of the sea. Her every move was romantic and easily captured the hearts of others.

Xi Ting stared straight at her, and all he could think was, 'I want to hide her away, I don't want others to see her so beautiful and stunning.'

The moment he sensed the thoughts in his mind, Xi Ting curled his fingers as if he was scalded.

"Auntie Yan, you look so beautiful!" Before Xi Ting could say anything, a childish voice sounded beside him.

The little guy was clad in a miniature suit that mirrored the sophistication of the adults around him, he embodied an endearing blend of innocence and formality. His suit, a perfect replica of the garments worn by the elders, was tailored to fit his small frame impeccably. 

The jacket's lapels were sharp, and the trousers cuffed just right, emphasizing his youthful charm in the context of adult attire. Standing beside Xi Ting, he looked like a smaller version of his father. 

Qin Yan smiled at her darling's praise, "Thank you baby."

Xi Ting held Qin Yan's shoulder, "Let's go."

Qin Yan gazed at Xi Ting and saw that he was mesmerized by her. She smiled happily.

The family of three then departed for the banquet.

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Old Master Xi didn't like having his house as a venue for celebrations, so he chose a seven-star hotel owned by the Xi corporation.

It was also what young people liked.

Even though it was the old master's birthday celebration, everyone wanted to seize the opportunity to get to know the Xi family.

Countless luxury sports cars stopped at the entrance. Entrepreneurs, businessmen, celebrities in expensive suits and extravagant gowns and streamed into the hotel in pairs.

The reporters outside raised their cameras and snapped photos of the rich and powerful people. They might not have another chance to see some of these elusive people ever again.

The Xi Corporation had dominated the business world along with the Nei and Yan families for many years and their position had never wavered.

At this event, officials and businessmen had gathered today. The scene was indeed unprecedented and magnificent.

As they were not allowed inside, these reporters could only wait at the entrance of the hotel, hoping to dig for some news. They were mainly here to catch a glimpse of the mysterious Young Master Xi and the little young master of Xi family.

However, they were bound to be disappointed. This was because Xi Ting and Qin Yan were already inside. As the family members, they obviously could not enter like guests. They had to be present to entertain the guests.

As the guests arrived at Old Master Xi's birthday banquet, the atmosphere was filled with an air of camaraderie and respect. The venue was lavishly decorated with ornate tapestries, intricate lanterns, and tables adorned with exquisite floral arrangements. Soft traditional music played in the background, creating a soothing ambiance.

The banquet slowly began.

Nie Mianmian was wearing a red gown that hugged her shoulders. Her shoulders were half exposed and as she strode, a pair of slender legs could be seen from the slit at the side of her gown.

With exquisite makeup and natural delicate beauty, she completed the look with an impeccable smile. 

Meanwhile, Old Master Nie and Old Master Yan had arrived dressed in elegant robes that showcased their status and wisdom. Each guest brought carefully selected gifts, symbolizing their appreciation for Old Master Xi and their longstanding friendship.

Old Madam Nei and Old Madam Yan also greeted Old Madam Xi. Dressed in elegant and dignified attires, the old madams exuded grace and poise as they spoke to each other. 

With gentle smiles and respectful gestures, they exchanged heartfelt words and expressions of joy on this special day.

"Hey, Chunhua, what have you done to your face? You look younger than before," Old Madam Nie asked the question that had been bothering her from the time she arrived at the banquet. She looked quite envious of Old Madam Xi's looks.

Hearing Old Madam Nie's words, Old Madam Yan and the surrounding ladies also looked carefully at Old Madam Xi. 

All these madams usually took care of themselves well, so they looked much younger than other ladies of the same age. 

However, Old Madam Xi was different. Normally, she took care of herself diligently and she looked younger than her real age, her age was still there, and there were fine lines no matter what.

But now, her face was pink and healthy looking, and she had a completely different complexion too! Even the fine lines at the corners of her eyes were gone! The change was so much that one could say that Old Madam Xi even looked younger than Madam Xi.

When asked by her friends, Old Madam Xi puffed out her chest proudly and smiled mysteriously.

Old Madam Nei and Old Madam Yan snorted in their hearts. This old lady was acting so mysteriously. However, knowing each other for so many years, they knew that she was going to show something off.

As expected, Old Madam Xi raised her chin and replied, "This is all because of my granddaughter-in-law."

Old Madam Nei and Old Madam Yan choked inside, 'Here she goes again.'

Old Madam Xi had praised Qin Yan so much in front of them that they had turned sick of hearing it. 

Old Madam Xi then got someone to call Qin Yan. Only after a couple of minutes, the old ladies saw Qin Yan walking towards them. 

Qin Yan was wearing a silver fishtail dress. The dress was custom-made and the silver glitter was hand-sewn. Under the illumination of the banquet lights, her dress sparkled and caught people's attention.

However, what attracted people's attention more was her exquisite figure. She was curvy and her skin was white. Her ink-like long hair was tied behind her head casually, which neutralized the extreme impact brought upon by her gorgeous facial features, making her appear gentle.

Her graceful presence commanded attention. Her beauty and elegance were undeniable, but what truly shone was her genuine humility and warmth.

Old Madam Xi beamed with pride as she introduced Qin Yan, "This is my future granddaughter-in-law, the woman who Ah Ting chose for himself, Qin Yan."

She then turned to Qin Yan, "Yan Yan, this is Grandmother Nie and Grandmother Yan."

Qin Yan smiled at the two old ladies, "Hello, Grandmother Nie. Hello, Grandmother Yan. How do you do?"

She greeted each of the old ladies with grace and humility, showing genuine respect for their wisdom and experience. 

The old ladies' faces also beamed with smiles as they interacted with Qin Yan. The positive impression that Qin Yan had cultivated among the Nei and Yan families' Old Masters extended to the old madams as well. 

Old Madam Nie and Old Madam Yan, had firsthand experience of Qin Yan's healing abilities and compassionate nature. Qin Yan's treatment of Old Master Nie's and Old Master Yan's legs had not only alleviated physical discomfort but also showcased her expertise in traditional healing methods. The gratitude that Old Madam Nie felt was enhanced by Qin Yan's life-saving intervention during Old Master Nie's heart attack, where her acupuncture skills had played a crucial role in his recovery.

"Qin Yan," Old Madam Nie said, "Can I address you as Yan Yan?"

Qin Yan was surprised. These old ladies were once the madams of these influential families and had helped their husbands in their struggles. Their abilities were not to be underestimated. Moreover, now there were many people who were willing to suck up to them, however they had a keen eye to identify the right and wrong. The request made by Old Madam Nie showed that she really valued her.

"Grandmother Nie, you definitely can," Qin Yan smiled with humility.

Old Madam Nei's face bloomed with happiness, "Yan Yan, I hadn't had a chance to thank you. So, I want to do it now. I am really thankful to you for helping my husband at his critical time."

"Grandmother Nie, you don't have to thank me. It was my duty," Qin Yan replied.

Qin Yan's humble nature and respectful demeaner impressed Old Madam Nie and Old Madam Yan. However, this also gave rise to a trace of envy that Old Madam Xi had found not only a beautiful and charming future granddaughter-in-law but also a woman of substance and virtue. Qin Yan represented not only a harmonious addition to the family but also a continuation of the values and traditions that the old madams held close to their hearts. 

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