Chapter 310 - Li Nian in the Li Family (2/2)

“Well done!” Ouyang Jin handed her the juice.

A Miao took a sip and then turned around and patted herself on the chest. “I’m scared to death…”

She need not have appeared personally at all. Although the hotel for tonight’s banquet was owned by the Lan family, it had always been managed by Lan Wenxuan. Even though she was only a looker-on, the manager had come up, and asked her to manage it.

However, Lan Wenxuan raised his glass to her not far away, which meant she had to go. Luckily… A Miao was very glad she had spent a few days in the Shen Group before, so she was not so nervous.

“After this incident today, I’m sure no one will look down on you.” Ouyang Jin blocked her from everyone’s view. “Lan Wenxuan’s behavior was crafty, but it did not turn out bad for you.”

“Yes!” A Miao patted her face. Fortunately, she had makeup on, otherwise, her face would be pale now. “He asked me to deal with this matter today. If I can deal with it perfectly, the Elder Master will praise him and me.”

“If I could not handle it properly, Elder Master will still praise him for giving me an opportunity to gain a reputation. He will then comfort me. Anyway, he won’t lose anything.”

Ouyang Jin raised his eyebrows. “Yes! You can see it through clearly. I think Shen does not need to worry about you at all. You’re smart!”

“My hands are still trembling now!” A Miao cast a glance at him. “You are making fun of me.”

Meanwhile, Meng Yun shut herself in the washroom and cried. She had lost face today. How could she live in the circle in the future? Originally, her family made its fortune from coal and just gained a reputation in Jingcheng City a few years ago.

This was also the reason why she wanted to make trouble for A Miao. Even if she had worked so hard for so long, she still could not be accepted by those ladies, while A Miao, an illegitimate girl, had been accepted so easily by everyone.

“That woman is not excellent at all. She just relies on the Lan family. It is unknown whether they have accepted her or not. Hmph!” Meng Yun washed her face and wanted to go out, but was embarrassed.

At this moment, the door of the washroom opened and Li Nian came in.

“Are you done crying?”

Meng Yun did not dare to be angry with her in the past, but she was angry now, so she said directly, “It’s none of your business!”

After that, she was afraid, and could not help stepping back two steps.

“What are you afraid of? Anyway, we’ve been playing together for so long.” Li Nian combed her hair in front of the mirror. “I taught you because I wanted you to be smart. But you didn’t accept my advice, and you actually went straight to make trouble for her.”

When Meng Yun heard this, her eyes filled with tears again. She blew her nose.

“You have been in Jingcheng City for several years. It is normal for you to eat and drink at ordinary times. Why didn’t you enquire about the influence of each family? New Year’s dinners have always been held in hotels owned by the Lan family. It’s common sense.”

Li Nian sighed and said, “Don’t cry. This is a lesson. Stay away from Lan Miao, later.”

“Why should I stay away from her?” Meng Yun said unwillingly, “Jingcheng City is not owned by the Lan family.”

“Fool!” She patted her on the shoulder. “In this circle, do you see anyone who really quarreled with each other? Nobody knows how they solved it in private, as long as it does not expose their faults to others. How to do it… It needs skills.”

Meng Yun stared at her and nodded suddenly. “I see. As long as there is no conflict on the surface, it’s okay to trouble her, when others don’t know about it!”

“I didn’t say anything.” Li Nian pursed her mouth. “You should go out!”

A Miao’s action at the dinner party attracted some people. There was a new outstanding lady within the circle. Many people were eager to make a move.

After the New Year’s dinner, Jingcheng City became quiet. In accordance with the practice of the Lan family, relatives had to come back for dinner on the second day of New Year, but it was cancelled this year.

“A Miao, you should go to the countryside with me on the second day of New Year.” On the morning of New Year’s Eve, Lan Lixiao prepared a big red envelope for A Miao, and called her to his study.

A Miao nodded and asked, “Is it your hometown?”

“It’s not mine, it’s your grandmother’s.” Lan Lixiao picked up the photo. “Your father’s tomb is there too. You’ve been back so long. It’s time to go to see them.”

It was a trip to visit the grave. A Miao handed the cup to the old man. “What do I need to prepare for it?”

“No, A Fu will prepare for everything. He will go with us.”

On the morning of the second day of New Year, Lan Lixiao, A Miao and A Fu, accompanied by only a driver, left. After more than three-hours of driving, they arrived at a small village in the suburbs of Jingcheng City.

“Did your grandfather leave?” Lan Hua came downstairs.

Lan Wenxuan was drinking coffee in the living room. “Yes.”

When Lan Hua was about to say something, Lan Wenxuan glanced at him and said, “Don’t ask me why I didn’t go. Grandpa didn’t want to take me.”

“… Alas.” Lan Hua loosened his tie. “A Miao looks so much like your grandmother.”

“You should be glad that she is a granddaughter.” Lan Wenxuan put down his coffee. “All we have to do is get along with her. Did you see? My aunt did that well.”

Lan Hua shot him a glare. “Boy, I’m your father. I know everything you know.”

Auntie served the boiled dumplings. Lan Hua ate a few and said, “Your fourth uncle will definitely come back after the New Year, and he is the person you should pay attention to.”

“As long as he does not marry, he has no children. Even if he wants to have a share of the company in the future, he has no heir.” Lan Wenxuan poured his father a cup of tea. “The Lan family is so big, that I have little chance of inheriting it by myself.”

Lan Hua did not say a word, and obviously understood it.

“You should ask my uncle to be honest,” Lan Wenxuan said, “my fourth uncle looks down upon his daughter.”