Chapter 500 - The First Dance of the Gala (1/2)

Translator: Atlas Studios  Editor: Atlas Studios

Wen Xinya scanned her surroundings to see that lots of guests were attempting to step into the dance floor. However, it was only right for the Wen Family to lead the first dance since they were the organizers.

She closed her eyes slowly and opened them again to see that everything had changed. She smiled and said, “Grandpa, I wonder if I can do the first dance with Grampy. I’ve never danced with Grampy before.”

In her previous lifetime, she had to watch Old Mr. Wen and Xia Ruya step onto the dance floor to perform the significant first dance. She felt helpless and hopeless.

In this lifetime, she was no longer that ignorant Wen Xinya who would turn a blind eye to everything for the sake of kinship. She was determined to make the right decisions in order to bring herself the greatest benefit regardless of the situation.

Grandpa has always been hesitant and indecisive when it comes to Xia Ruya, mostly because of the feelings he has for her.

I can’t sit back and do nothing or pin all my hopes on Grandpa.

Hence, Wen Xinya decided to suggest performing the first dance with her maternal grandfather, Old Mr. Mo, who was prestigious and reputable in the literary world and upper-class society. No one dared to challenge him, and others would not assume that Xia Ruya had a higher status than Wen Xinya, though she was valued by the Wen Family. After all… the Wen Family wouldn’t dare to disrespect her since she had the support of Old Mr. Mo.

Old Mr. Wen glanced at Wen Xinya who had a bright and clear gaze in her eyes when staring at him. She kept a calm face and an innocent smile.

Xia Ruya did not expect that she would make such a request on the spot and hence, stood rooted to the ground in shock.

She intentionally invited Old Mr. Wen for a dance because she believed that Wen Xinya was well aware of the importance of the first dance, and thus expected that the latter to reject vehemently. When that happened, she would just have to sow some discord and provoke Wen Xinya further, embarrassing her.

Besides, she was the center of attention now that there were various reports of her becoming a member of Zhishan Club and helping out in disaster relief efforts during the aftermath of the Yun Chuan earthquake. When compared to her, Wen Xinya would pale greatly.

Not only would it seem like Wen Xinya was not as outstanding as her, but she could also use her status as a member of Zhishan Club to become the rightful adoptive daughter of the Wen Family.

“Xinya, you…” Old Mr. Wen was at a loss for words.

At this moment, Old Mr. Mo walked towards them and looked at Old Mr. Wen solemnly. “May I take the opportunity to perform the first dance with Xinya from you?”

Old Mr. Wen could not bring himself to turn Old Mr. Mo down at all, especially since everyone was looking. Hence, he conceded. “Xinya has been under your care ever since she reunited with the Wen Family. You deserve credit for nurturing her into such an outstanding girl. It’s only right that she performs the first dance with you.”

Xia Ruya glanced at Old Mr. Mo, who then led Wen Xinya to the dance floor and performed the first dance on behalf of the Wen Corporation. Listening to the enthusiastic applause around her, she knew that her plans had been foiled.

“Grandpa!” Xia Ruya exclaimed, staring at Old Mr. Wen.