Ch 676: Publicly Announced 5
The He Family banquet didn’t allow entry without an invitation; everyone quickly figured this out, speculating that perhaps the He Family intentionally invited Shen Ran, hoping to showcase their strength and get revenge for Wen Tiantian?
Thinking this way, the situation suddenly became interesting.
Many present couldn’t help but occasionally glance at Shen Ran, wanting to see if any jealous emotions would appear on her face.
Shen Ran wasn’t unaware of the gazes upon her, but she was skilled at pretense. Despite her intense dislike of these stares, she maintained a faint smile, as if genuinely enjoying the banquet.
In reality, her eyes scanned the entire hall. Unfortunately, the ballroom was too large; she couldn’t see Gu Chujin, feeling a slight pang of regret.
Upon receiving the invitation, she knew it was Wen Tiantian’s doing. While unsure of Wen Tiantian’s game plan, her pride wouldn’t allow her to back down. Plus, there was a chance of encountering Gu Chujin, so she came with excitement.
For this meeting, she had specially dressed up, wanting to show Gu Chujin that she was no longer the same Shen Ran. Would this Shen Ran make you look at her differently?
She considered herself superior to Wen Tiantian, only Gu Chujin hadn’t noticed. If Gu Chujin saw it, perhaps he would change his mind.
Shen Ran moved through the throng of people, ultimately failing to find Gu Chujin. Biting her lip, she prepared to go to the deck. At that moment, the lights suddenly dimmed, leaving only a spotlight focusing on a woman slowly walking towards them.
Simultaneously, the livestream began. Netizens, already impatiently waiting, had planned to spam a few barrages to complain about their anxiety, but upon seeing the woman who entered the camera’s view, they instantly forgot what they wanted to say.
In the shot, Wen Tiantian walked step by step toward the center stage, illuminated by the light. Wearing a snow-white gauze dress, her hair adorned with jewels, she resembled a fairy who had mistakenly entered the mortal realmโbright, clean, and pure.
Everyone present was utterly stunned, mouths agape, their eyes glued to the woman who seemed like a celestial being descending to earth.
Old Master stood on stage, observing the change in everyone’s expressions, smiling contentedly.
How about it? My granddaughter is beautiful, isn’t she?
Gu Chujin didn’t go on stage; he stood at the front. Seeing Wen Tiantian appear, his eyes darkened slightly, his Adam’s apple bobbing. For some reason, he felt a little hungry.
The guests were speechless in awe, the livestream even more so.
“I’m blind.”
“She’s too beautiful! I knew Wen Tiantian was pretty before, but I didn’t expect her to be this beautiful.”
“Thank you. My sweet little darling, you deserve it.”
“When the camera swept past, I think I saw Gu Ye? No, no, my imagination is running wild again.”
“Isn’t that normal? Gu Ye and Tiantian are childhood sweethearts; maybe he’s here to witness this special day.”
“You’re all blind! I think Gu Ye and Tiantian are about to go public!”
“Beautiful, want to date.”
Wen Tiantian arrived on stage under everyone’s gaze. Her eyes scanned the crowd, pausing slightly. All the He Family members were there except He Ci.
Strange, where’s He Ci?
Old Master took the microphone, smiling radiantly; a stranger might think he was getting married today.
Only after the entire hall fell silent and focused their attention on them did Old Master speak.
“I invited you all today to formally introduce our He Family’s Young Miss, Tiantian.”
Old Master looked at Wen Tiantian and laughed heartily: “In the future, please take good care of her.”
The hall erupted in applause, congratulating Wen Tiantian on officially returning home.
Wen Tiantian didn’t know how much sincerity and how much pretense there was among these people, but undeniably, she was very happy.
The atmosphere was excellent, yet Shen Ran, despite her numerous mental reassurances, revealed malice in her eyes.
She had investigated Wen Tiantian: a child who had been lost and later adopted by a rural family. She looked down on Wen Tiantian’s background, but the person she looked down upon not only received everyone’s attention but also stole the man she loved.
Her face contorted for a moment, then quickly returned to normal.
She told herself she still had a chance, as long as she could see Gu Chujin.
The livestream was also filled with festive congratulations for Wen Tiantian. Of course, there were some nasty comments, but they were quickly drowned out by fans.
After Old Master introduced Wen Tiantian, he stopped speaking. According to plan, he handed the microphone to Wen Tiantian and gently patted her shoulder.
“The rest is up to you.”
Wen Tiantian took the microphone and smiled faintly: “Thank you, Grandpa.”
Old Master’s face was full of indulgence as he whispered, “Are you sure? Do you want to think about it for a while? There are so many men in the world, don’t rush to hang yourself on one tree.”
“…”
Wen Tiantian laughed and cried. Her eyes fell on Gu Chujin’s face. The man’s gaze was as gentle as ever. At that moment, her heart beat rapidly.
Her nervousness vanished, replaced by Gu Chujin alone.
Wen Tiantian steadied herself, her gaze warm and resolute: “No more thinking. It’s him.”
Old Master sighed deeply: “A married granddaughter is like water spilled.”
Wen Tiantian comforted him: “It hasn’t been spilled yet.”
Old Master chuckled for a while, saying nothing more, and ceded the stage to Wen Tiantian.
Seeing Wen Tiantian had something to say, the audience fell silent.
Wen Tiantian held the microphone and cleared her throat. Her eyes remained on Gu Chujin. Seeming to sense her nervousness, Gu Chujin opened his mouth, silently telling her, “I’m here.”
Wen Tiantian blinked, her heart feeling as if a warm spring had been poured into it. Her carefully prepared speech suddenly felt unnecessary. She discarded the suspense and surprises, took a deep breath, and a slight smile curved her lips.
“I have something else to announce today.”
The livestream went crazy.
“Here it comes! Are they going to officially announce their relationship?”
“Damn, I don’t want to hear it; it’s all fake.”
“Wuwuwu, Tiantian’s all grown up; she’s getting married.”
“Are you kidding? Aren’t people allowed to date and break up?”
“I’m so jealous of Tiantian’s boyfriend.”
Netizens spammed the barrage, watching Wen Tiantian’s red lips open and close: “Now, I’d like to formally introduceโฆ”
Her gaze unintentionally fell upon Shen Ran, who was standing apart from the crowd. She paused for only a moment before quickly looking away.
To Shen Ran, Wen Tiantian’s action was an act of ignoring and provoking her, causing her expression to worsen. Before she could adjust her expression, she heard Wen Tiantian continueโฆ
Wen Tiantian’s gaze softened. She took a few steps forward, approaching Gu Chujin. Tilting her head slightly, under Gu Chujin’s encouraging gaze, the smile in her eyes was unstoppable.
“My fiancรฉ, Mr. Gu Chujin.”
Shen Ran’s eyes shot open.
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