It was normal for the aristocratic families in Luo Hai to have banquets and socialize.
Mu Chenyan used to have such experiences when she was in the Mu Family.
However, she had only participated once after she was released from prison. It was the Yuan Family's banquet during National Day.
Now that time had passed, her state of mind had undergone a huge change.
In the process of waiting for Yan Mei to return to normal, she experienced her hatred for Yuan Xuan and her love for him at the same time.
Now that she was about to become a mother, the change in her identity made her feel calmer. There were no more ups and downs, and she was no longer as averse to public gatherings.
The Moon Festival had a theme every year. This year, Yuan Xuan suggested that they use this opportunity to hold a charity donation.
"Usually, these aristocratic families would take the opportunity to raise money for charity since it's a waste to leave their treasures lying around. The rest would be auctioned off at the auction house, and the funds raised would be used for charity. "
Yuan Xuan told Mu Chenyan about his idea.
Mu Chenyan agreed with Yuan Xuan's idea of robbing the rich to help the poor.
"Can I apply for some funds to sponsor the families of martyrs like Sun Xu's family?"
Mu Chenyan was still thinking about the victim in Nie Chao's case.
She also learned from Sun Xu's family that there were many similar families. It was difficult to survive on the government's subsidies alone. Moreover, they would encounter officials like Nie Chao.
Yuan Xuan nodded and said softly, "Of course. Go to the family's storeroom and pick a few things. We'll sell them at the charity sale."
The Yuan Family had many antiques. Most of them were collected by Old Master when he was still alive. Old Mistress would order people to take care of those that caught her eye and place them in the main hall of Upper Mansion.
Those that were of average quality were piled up in the storeroom. Mu Chenyan happily accepted this task and brought Ah Fu to pick them out.
Fu knew that Yuan Xuan had a lot of treasures, but Yuan Xuan was not someone who liked to play with these things. The furnishings in Hibiscus Garden were cold and abstinent, so she had never been to this storeroom before. The little girl looked around and helped Mu Chenyan choose a Green Dragon Mystic Moon Blade.
Mu Chenyan chose a Hetian Jade Guanyin with a base inlaid with eight-colored mystical gold, a pair of blue and white porcelain plates, and a long scroll of landscape painting by Yuan Dynasty painter Wang Meng.
The banquet was held in the auditorium of Luo Hai's largest seven-star hotel, Ding Hao International Hotel.
It was not even seven o 'clock yet, but the luxury car exhibition in front of the hotel had already begun.
The people who came were not only business elites, but also political figures.
The security check at the entrance was naturally very strict. The guests took their invitations and went through the security check one by one. The goods brought by the guests were also registered, collected by the special staff, and moved to the venue to prepare for the sale.
The guests packed themselves lightly, chatting and laughing along the way. It was very lively.
Yuan Xuan was unwilling to let Mu Chenyan wear a dress and high heels. She had no choice but to simply put on some light makeup. The stylist paired her with a champagne-colored dress that matched the flat heels.
Although the gown was not as beautiful and exquisite as the gown, fortunately, Mu Chenyan was born with a good appearance. No matter what she wore, she would be a cut above others. In addition, she had just become pregnant. Yuan Xuan's cooking skills had already played a role. Mu Chenyan's complexion was much better than a few days ago. She wore the gown and looked handsome.
The other girls in the family, including Yuan Tian and Yuan Ran, had to dress up meticulously. For the first time ever, Yuan Tian came to the party and even wore a black dress.
Her waist was slender, her legs were long, and her hair was cut short. This little woman's skin was not considered fair, but she had a different kind of charm. She wore the gown with a bewitching and wild vibe.
Before she reached the hall, a few aristocratic children had already recognized Yuan Tian. When this angel in white was dressed up, she was extremely exquisite and beautiful.
Everyone loved beauty. Yuan Tian did not often show up before, but now that she appeared, she would inevitably become the object of attention among the unmarried young men.
Yuan Ran did not have a good time recently. Shao Yibai had laid his cards on the table with her, and their relationship had been in a stalemate for a while. Moreover, Yuan Zhe had gotten into trouble. The lovelorn woman had chosen a plain gown and put on a light lipstick. She looked a little haggard.
Wen Ya was the Yuan Family's eldest granddaughter-in-law. Wen Ya would leave the Yuan Family after this banquet. They had no children, so there was no connection between them. The reason why she stayed was purely to accompany the Old Mistress.
In this family, the one who sincerely doted on her like a child was the Old Mistress.
After Yuan Zhe's death, the Old Mistress had more or less heard the servants talking about how Wen Ya had been mistreated. She was furious and even had a big fight with Yuan Tangzhong because of this. Moreover, she promised Wen Ya that if she was willing to remarry, the Yuan Family would give her the same dowry as a daughter.
Wen Ya's heart was filled with mixed feelings. The Yuan Family was the ones who ruined her life's happiness. Yuan Zhe was dead, and Zheng Shuyan, who loved her, was also at death's door. She did not know if she could find true love in this world.
Wen Ya was not an aloof person. She clearly distinguished between kindness and hatred. It was Peace Mansion that the Yuan Family did not treat her well, but she could not forget the Old Mistress' affection for her.
Mu Chenyan saw Wen Ya outside the hall. She was wearing a plain gown without any makeup. She looked cheerful but dull. Her gaze was cold, and she looked much more haggard. She could not help but feel sad.
A year ago, when she was released from prison and attended the banquet for the first time, Wen Ya's radiant appearance was still vivid in her mind.
Things had changed with the passage of time. Everything had changed when she thought about it. Mu Chenyan could not help but feel sad. She pulled Wen Ya away and hid in a secluded place with fewer people. The two of them took some fruits and ate them carefully.
"Chenyan, I'll leave the Yuan Family after the Lunar Festival. When Zheng Shuyan's case is resolved, I'll marry him!"
Wen Ya said with a peaceful smile on her face. She looked very natural.
Mu Chenyan was so shocked that she almost dropped the fruit platter in her hands.
"Wen Ya, he might not be able to come out in this lifetime. Are you really going to do that?"
Wen Ya nodded seriously. Her expression was cool, but her gaze was firm and decisive. She did not hesitate at all. "I'll wait for him no matter when he comes out. I've asked around and found out that prisoners can get married too, as long as he doesn't despise me. I'll visit him often in the future. His father is still alive, so I'll take care of him! "
Mu Chenyan did not know what to say about this outcome. Wen Ya had been miserable for half her life. She should support this decision.
"The Old Mistress still doesn't know about my relationship with Zheng Shuyan, but she'll find out sooner or later. I don't want to hide it either. In the future, when I can no longer visit the Yuan Family, you can fulfill your filial duty on my behalf …"
Wen Ya was kind and considerate of others.
However, this relationship was a little complicated. Mu Chenyan nodded. "I'll respect your decision as long as you're happy!"
At the banquet, the Yuan Family sent Yuan Zhuan and Yuan Xuan to receive the guests. Yuan Tangzhong and Yuan Tangshuo stayed in the lounge to accompany the Old Mistress. The Old Mistress only came out when it was about to start.
Mu Chenyan saw Feng Rao in the hall. This woman was dressed charmingly. She wore a long blue mermaid dress that showed off her slender waist.
When Feng Rao saw Mu Chenyan walking over, her gaze fell to the side. A meaningful smile appeared on her face. She waved at Mu Chenyan and gave her a thumbs up.
Mu Chenyan thought of Mu Chenwu. He had received the email without any reaction. When he saw Feng Rao's reaction, he felt flustered.
She nodded. She did not have a deep relationship with Feng Rao.
At this moment, Yuan Xuan and Shao Yibai walked over.
Mu Chenyan heard Shao Yibai ask, "Is everything ready?"
Yuan Xuan's voice was low. A cold glint flashed in his cold eyes. "Of course!"
Mu Chenyan did not know what they were discussing. She thought that they were talking about the charity sale.
Yuan Xuan saw her absent-minded state and immediately changed his expression. "Is Mistress not feeling well? Or are you tired? The banquet hasn't started yet. If you're tired, why don't you rest in the lounge at the back? "
Mu Chenyan shook her head and smiled. "Why would I be so delicate? You'll be too busy to handle things here if I leave. "
She did not like this kind of occasion. However, there were many prominent politicians among the people who came.
The Yuan Family was a prominent family with a prosperous population. Unfortunately, after Yuan Zhe's incident, Wen Ya did not want to show her face anymore. She was the only one left by Yuan Xuan's side. If she continued to hide, she would become a laughing stock.
Yuan Xuan's heart warmed when he heard that she was thinking of him. The man lowered his voice and whispered in her ear, "Mistress, you're working so hard. I'll give you a good massage when we get back!"
Mu Chenyan blushed when she heard this. This man knew that her ears had always been sensitive. Moreover, the massage turned into a plunder. There was no place on her body that he did not touch …
Jerk!
Mu Chenyan and Yuan Xuan greeted the guests at the entrance. When they saw that almost everyone had arrived and everything was settled, Yuan Xuan sent someone to call Old Mistress, Yuan Tangzhong, and Yuan Tangshuo in the lounge at the back.
Mu Chenyan scanned the venue with her eyes.
Yuan Tian was already surrounded by a few talented young men. "Miss Yuan, I just got my master's degree from the University of California …"
Yuan Tian thought to herself, 'I never went to university …'
"My father just cooperated with Third Young Master on the development of mines in the west. The two families are considered family friends …"
Yuan Tian rolled her eyes. 'I'm not familiar with the Yuan Family …'
"I heard that Miss Yuan is the famous chief surgeon of the cardioneurosurgery department in the military hospital …"
Yuan Tian sneered. 'I'll operate on you when you need it.'
"Miss Yuan's skin is so good. It's fair and rosy …"
Yuan Tian snorted. 'Are you blind …'
Mu Chenyan could not do anything about it. She smiled and shook her head. Everyone loved beauty.
Moreover, Yuan Tian was a black rose. Compared to the delicate and pretentious ladies of aristocratic families, she was more charming and charming. She had her own unique characteristics. Therefore, this kind of unconventionality was also a great temptation to men.
Mu Chenyan stopped looking for Yuan Tian. She did not want to ruin her luck with the ladies.
Her gaze fell to the corner. Wen Ya was talking to a middle-aged couple in a low voice. It seemed that she was a little impatient. The few of them were fighting until their faces were red.
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