Chapter 416 - Tug of War (1/2)

Mistress Tang's question made Lu Jin recall a not-so-fond memory of the past.

He turned quiet. He gestured politely to Mistress Tang to take a seat. The elder sat down, and he followed.

He still did not know how to reply.

In front, Tang Xinyang's voice sounded, saving Lu Jin from answering.

”Is everyone enjoying yourselves? Yes? I'm glad to hear that! Finally, our dear friends, the highlight of the night... The dance with the debutante! Tonight, a few dashing young gentlemen shall have my precious little sister's hand for a dance. And there will be a surprise for tonight. I'm sure everyone is looking forward to it.” Tang Xinyang winced at her last two sentences.

The lights dimmed slightly at the sides and the center changed into a warm golden glow, which appeared classic and romantic at the same time.

”...Everyone's life is a journey, from the innocent laughter during childhood... the friendsh.i.p.s during our adolescence, and finally the passionate period when we make our first step into a.d.u.l.thood. We strive to enrich our lives, form a family, and live to an old blessed age,” the tall woman spoke, as if in reminisce. Of course, if she was a bit older, it would be even more convincing. No one knew that she was just reciting her memorized speech.

”...This is the passionate period when my little sister makes her first step into a.d.u.l.thood. She will make new friends, new relationsh.i.p.s, and go forward in her journey in life. I hope everyone will give their blessings to my precious little sister from here on.” Tang Xinyang ended her speech and gave the stage back to the master of ceremonies.

The open area in front of the stage where many guests had danced earlier had been cleared at some point. In the middle, the young maiden of the Tang family stood with a graceful silhouette.

Tang Yin had cleaned herself already and looked refreshed. None of what happened earlier could be seen on her smiling face. Her dress was a bright red ballroom gown. The master of ceremonies introduced the first escort, and so on.

Lu Jin acted like he did not hear Mistress Tang's question and continued watching the liveliness up front.

Mistress Tang's eyes happened to stay there as well while she watched her lovely granddaughter extend her hand for her first dance.

Inside though, she noticed that this young man deliberately did not answer her. But why? She was more curious now.

Meanwhile, Tang Xinyang discreetly went to Lu Yin Ze's table and discussed something with him.

They excused themselves and went to another dark corner partly hidden by partitions and decorative plants. Tang Xinyang looked around to make sure no one was around nearby, not noticing another group further at the back hidden in the shadows whose attention was solely on them.

Lu Jin just threw a glance at the lady of the night and return his focused attention towards his brother.

An eyebrow raised subtly when he saw the Eldest Young Miss Tang having a 'serious' talk with Lu Yin Ze and even lead him to a 'quiet' place.

A fleeting light flashed through his eyes. He commented lightly,

”I didn't know that my brother is well-acquainted with the Tang family.”

Mistress Tang glanced at him in puzzlement and followed his line of sight. Her eyes opened wider as she saw her prideful eldest daughter almost 'kneel' in front of a silver-haired man.

”!!!!!” (°□°)

What was her granddaughter doing?! The ladies in the Tang family never kneeled to other men, only they forced the others to kneel!

The silver-haired man appeared not to be moved by her daughter's pleading, kept shaking his head, and also tried to untangle himself from Tang Xinyang who was one step away from hugging his legs.

Mistress Tang: ”!!!!”

This granddaughter of hers had no shame!

Lu Jin felt the pressure coming from the old woman. He glanced at her.

The old woman's face was terrible, but it seemed like she did not know the pair's relationship as well. What was his brother's relationship with Tang Xinyang that even the old woman did not know of it? Were they enemies?

But for the prideful and tomboyish Tang Xinyang to practically kneel to her enemy, it was out of her character.

So if they weren't enemies... then, what?

Lu Yin Ze avoided Tang Xinyang's 'advances' with a determined face. He was about to walk away but Tang Xinyang forcefully hugged his waist and did not let him go.

Lu Jin: ”....” It seemed he found the answer.