Lord, give up! Madam has too many vests

Chapter 275

Once the crowd had thinned out, Yan Lan, feeling a pang of guilt, gently tugged at Qin Shi's sleeve.

"Sorry, I was just..."

She stopped, looked up, and her eyes held a hint of apology.

The inauguration ceremony of the new commander was such an important occasion that countless eyes were watching them.

As representatives of the Qin Group, every action and every word of the couple represents the image of the family.

Yan Lan knew in her heart that the slap she had just delivered was somewhat impulsive, but she had been holding back for too long, and the anger deep in her heart finally erupted at this moment.

Her slightly stubborn look caught Qin Shi's eye, and his gaze softened with affection. He gently took Yan Lan's hand, his voice soft yet teasing.

"I forgot to ask you."

Does your hand hurt?

Next time, let me do this kind of rough work.

He smiled slightly, and Yan Lan was stunned. Qin Shi lowered his head and carefully examined Yan Lan's hands. Her hands were slender and long, with fair skin like jade, but her fingers looked empty, as if something was missing.

Qin Shicai then realized that Yan Lan wasn't wearing a ring. He remembered that there were several drawers full of exquisite rings in the dressing room, but she wasn't wearing any today.

Qin Shi's large hand gently enveloped Yan Lan's hand, his fingers kneading it casually with gentle movements.

"Tsk, I was wondering why I couldn't find you anywhere."

So you two were hiding here, showing off your love.

A slightly sour voice broke the silence.

Cheng Fei and his sister Cheng Lingling walked over together. The siblings were dressed very formally, and both seemed a little uncomfortable, clearly because it was their first time attending such a formal occasion.

Cheng Fei wore a helpless expression. The Cheng couple had traveled around the world many years ago, leaving their son and daughter in China.

The Cheng family specially sent the brother and sister to attend the inauguration ceremony of the new leader of the Qin Group.

However, this formal and solemn occasion was quite unfamiliar to them, and they had nothing to talk about. After asking around, the brother and sister learned about the farce that had just taken place.

"Looks like your older brother is planning to let you join the family business?"

Qin Shi, seemingly oblivious to everyone else, linked arms with Yan Lan, their steps steady and composed as they walked inside, chatting as they went.

Cheng Fei sighed, his face showing helplessness, but there was a hint of smugness hidden between his brows.

He shrugged, his tone tinged with complaint.

"That's right, my brother has been nagging me lately to learn some management skills."

He said I had a talent for it and insisted that I learn management in the family business.

Cheng Fei had previously bought some shares in Qinqi, just on a whim to support his good friend. He never expected that Qinqi's new car would be launched and the stock price would soar, making him a fortune.

Mentioning Qin Qi reminded Cheng Fei of his good brother's recent predicament, and he wondered if his words would trigger any memories for him.

Fortunately, by this time, everyone had already arrived at the banquet hall.

The First Commander's residence is very large and magnificent, with an architectural style that blends classical and modern elements, making it appear solemn and elegant.

In the courtyard of the mansion, the neatly trimmed lawn and the carefully arranged flower beds complement each other beautifully.

The banquet hall was incredibly spacious, with a magnificent crystal chandelier hanging from the high ceiling, its soft yet bright light illuminating the entire hall.

Fresh flowers are placed all around, emitting a faint fragrance, adding a touch of vitality to the entire space.

At this time, the banquet hall was already packed with guests. The hall, which could accommodate five or six hundred people, was bustling with noise and excitement.

Male and female servers moved among the guests, carrying silver trays laden with beverages, wines, and exquisite Chinese and Western pastries, serving them.

"What would you like to drink?"

A slightly timid voice came to their ears.

The group turned around and saw a waitress standing beside them, holding a silver tray with several glasses of champagne on it.

Her voice was soft and polite, with a hint of barely perceptible nervousness.

Just as Yan Lan was about to answer, she suddenly froze.

She carefully examined the waitress in front of her and recognized her.

"Bai Xiaoyu?"

Her voice held a hint of surprise, and her eyes revealed a touch of disbelief.

Bai Xiaoyu wore a moon-white cheongsam embroidered with delicate orchid patterns, which accentuated her slender figure and made her look even more graceful.

Her hair was styled into a low bun, with a few wisps of hair hanging down beside her ears, making her look exceptionally pretty.

Her large eyes were moist, tinged with shyness. Her gaze lingered briefly on Qin Shi beside Yan Lan before she lowered her head and whispered,

"Brother Qin, Sister Yan Lan, what a coincidence."

I came here to work.

Qin Shi frowned slightly; he was unaware that Bai Xiaoyu had lost her job.

Cheng Fei also recognized Bai Xiaoyu, and an exaggerated expression appeared on his face.

"Bai Xiaoyu? You're an outstanding graduate from a prestigious university, what are you doing here working as a waitress?"

Bai Xiaoyu's expression changed slightly, a hint of embarrassment flashing in her eyes, but she quickly composed herself and said softly,

"I haven't found a new job yet, but the daily wage here is pretty good."

Her voice was barely audible, and she sounded somewhat uneasy.

Cheng Lingling's eyes were filled with a hint of wariness. Her woman's sixth sense told her that this woman was a complete hypocrite. She knew that the other woman worked in her brother's company, so she kept pestering her brother to fire Bai Xiaoyu.

"It's good to experience more things while you're young."

Qin Shi didn't say much, his tone was calm and natural, as if he were just talking about something very ordinary.

He casually grabbed a glass of champagne and whispered to Bai Xiaoyu, "Yan Lan is pregnant and can't drink alcohol. Could you get her a glass of orange juice?"

His voice was gentle and polite, but there was a sense of distance in his tone, as if Bai Xiaoyu was really just an ordinary waitress.

A hint of disappointment flashed in Bai Xiaoyu's misty eyes. Her gaze lingered on Qin Shi and Yan Lan for a moment, as if she was somewhat unwilling, but dared not show it.

She lowered her head slightly, responded softly, and then turned to get the orange juice.

When she returned with the orange juice, Yan Lan and Qin Shi were already chatting with several government officials.

Bai Xiaoyu deliberately walked around with her tray, her movements seemingly casual, but her eyes kept glancing in the direction of Yan Lan and Qin Shi.

She pondered to herself, a barely perceptible sneer curling at the corner of her lips.

In her eyes, Yan Lan was just an ordinary nurse. Even though she had become Mrs. Qin through her pregnancy, she was still not up to par in this grand setting, facing all sorts of high-society people.

"How could someone like that possibly fit in here?"

Bai Xiaoyu thought to herself, a hint of disdain in her eyes.

She felt that Yan Lan's appearance was just an accident, and that Qin Shi would eventually find out that she was nothing more than a pretty face and had no ability to match him.

However, as Yan Lan effortlessly switched between several languages ​​and conversed fluently with several foreign officials, discussing everything from politics to economics and the customs of different countries, Bai Xiaoyu's hands, which were holding the plate, began to tremble slightly.

Qin Shi stood by Yan Lan's side the whole time, and his gaze gradually changed from calm to uneasy. From his eyes, Bai Xiaoyu could clearly see appreciation, as well as a glimmer of light that she had never seen in Brother Qin's eyes before.

Unable to get a word in edgewise, Cheng Fei and Cheng Lingling secretly watched Bai Xiaoyu's subtle actions. Cheng Lingling whispered to Cheng Fei...

"Brother, look at the way she looks at me, she seems really resentful."

Cheng Fei smiled slightly and said in a low voice,

"That's quite normal. She probably thinks she's the most suitable person for Qin Shi."

Cheng Lingling curled her lip: "Tch, she should take a look at herself in the mirror. Sister Yan Lan is much better than her."

Cheng Lingling's eyes lit up when she looked at Yan Lan.

Bai Xiaoyu walked to a corner, looking lost and dejected. Just then, an arm suddenly reached out and tugged at her sleeve.

"I've been looking for you for ages."

Yan Xue's voice carried a hint of displeasure, her brows furrowed slightly, and her eyes revealed a trace of anxiety.

Yan Xue was wearing a beige business suit, which made her look capable and efficient.

Yan Xue works in the secretariat, and she helped plan today's inauguration ceremony.

She put a lot of effort into everything from the initial preparations to the on-site setup.

The ceremony was very well prepared, and she was praised by her superiors for it.

However, just as she was in a good mood, her mother's tearful complaints ruined it.

Yan Xue's gaze swept across the crowd ahead and quickly locked onto Yan Lan and Qin Shi, who stood out among them.

Yan Lan possessed an elegant and composed demeanor, with a gentle smile on her face, and chatted very harmoniously with the guests.

Qin Shi stood beside her, slightly turned to the side, as if the whole world revolved around Yan Lan.

The two of them standing together were like a perfect painting, attracting the attention of those around them.

Yan Xue looked at Yan Lan, a hint of jealousy flashing in her eyes. She gritted her teeth and muttered a curse under her breath.

"Yan Lan, that despicable woman, actually dared to humiliate my mother in front of so many people."

Her voice carried a hint of hatred, and her eyes revealed a touch of venom.

Yan Xue looked at herself again. She was wearing a dark business suit. Although she looked capable, she was just an ordinary staff member in this grand ceremony. She was busy running around and didn't even have a chance to sit down and rest.

Yan Lan, on the other hand, can stand in the spotlight and enjoy everyone's envy.

This contrast made Yan Xue feel even more unbalanced. She took a deep breath, trying to appear calm, and lowered her voice to instruct Bai Xiaoyu...

"I've arranged everything for you. Find an opportunity to make your move."

Bai Xiaoyu hesitated for a moment, then looked at Qin Shi again. Finally, she made up her mind, grabbed a few glasses of champagne, and walked towards Qin Shi.