Chapter 63-Part 2

Up close, the makeup artist saw that Ji Ran’s face was flawless, without even the common teenage acne.

Ji Ran’s skin was smooth and youthful, with a healthy glow.

The makeup artist couldn’t help but say, “Youth is the best makeup.”

Ji Ran glanced at her and smiled, her eyes mischievous like a cute little fox.

Aunt Zhao had already picked out her evening gown, a light pink dress with hand-embroidered petals and sparkling beads. Even in the dim light, it shone brightly.

Ji Ran’s gowns were always elegant and pure, fitting her age, never overly sexy. This one, though a spaghetti strap dress, was more ethereal than sexy.

The makeup artist took two hours to prepare her look, matching the gown.

Jiang Yi, ready early, was impatient downstairs. Ji Qingli had just returned from work, with Jiang Liqi preparing a suit for him.

Ji Qingli, changing into his suit, looked at his watch and asked, “Is Ran Ran ready yet?”

Jiang Liqi smiled, “Don’t rush her. Girls need time to dress up.”

Ji Qingli pursed his lips but said nothing.

Jiang Yi wore a light yellow gown that Jiang Liqi had specially chosen for her. The off-shoulder design and bright yellow color suited her fair skin.

Just as she impatiently looked up at the stairs again, there was a commotion.

The sound of high heels clicking on the stairs drew the attention of the three people in the living room. A tall and slender figure appeared at the staircase’s turn.

Ji Ran’s long hair was styled into an exquisite updo, with a strand of hair falling gently by her cheek, adding a fresh and lively touch.

Instead of regular earrings, she wore intricate ear cuffs shaped like leaves, complementing the floral design of her gown.

She looked like a elf princess who had fallen into a forest of flowers.

Even Ji Qingli couldn’t help but show a look of amazement. He stood up, smiled, and proudly said, “No wonder she’s my daughter.”

When Ji Ran reached the last step of the staircase, Ji Qingli extended his arm to her.

Ji Ran glanced at Jiang Liqi, then lightly smiled and took Ji Qingli’s arm.

Well, it seemed she had taken another step forward in being gracefully pretentious.

The banquet was held at a five-star hotel in the city center. When they arrived, several luxury cars were already parked at the entrance, indicating the high-profile nature of the event.

As they went upstairs, Ji Qingli reminded them, “When you see people, greet them properly. Don’t let anyone say that the daughters of the Ji family are impolite.”

Ji Ran lazily responded.

At the entrance of the banquet hall, Ji Qingli greeted someone from a distance, “President Shen.”

“President Ji, you’ve arrived,” a middle-aged man in a black suit came forward to greet Ji Qingli.

Ji Ran smiled and looked up, but her smile froze when she saw the young man beside the middle-aged man.

It was Shen Yue.

Standing beside the middle-aged man was Shen Yue, a true nemesis.

Ji Ran’s expression slightly changed. She smirked coldly at Shen Yue. Naturally, Shen Yue noticed her too. Earlier, from a distance, he hadn’t seen her face clearly, only her figure and outfit, which had struck a chord in him.

It was just like when he had seen that girl at the entrance of No. 4 Middle School.

Shen Yue was quite pleased, thinking that fate had brought him another charming girl. But as he got closer and saw her face, he was stunned.

What a coincidence.

After the elders finished their greetings, Shen Ji Dong looked at his son and said, “Shen Yue, this is your Uncle Ji’s daughter, Ran Ran, right? Take good care of your sister Ran Ran.”

Shen Yue, feeling proud, immediately smiled and said, “Dad, don’t worry, I’ll take good care of her.”

Standing in the back and keeping silent, Jiang Yi wished she could bury her head in the ground. She hadn’t expected to see Shen Yue here.

But Shen Yue didn’t even notice her. He reached out, trying to support Ji Ran by the waist.

Ji Ran held her clutch tightly. Coincidentally, her clutch was as heavy as a rock today. If she were to smash it on Shen Yue’s head, he might spend the new year in the hospital.

At worst, she’d get scolded by Ji Qingli.

But just as she was about to swing her clutch, she paused.

Wait, what did Ji Qingli say earlier?

This elder was a friend of her grandfather, which meant he was probably also Shen Yue’s grandfather. And Shen Yue and Shen Zhi were cousins, which Shen Zhi had mentioned before.

So, this was her boyfriend’s grandfather’s birthday banquet?

Ji Ran gripped her clutch tightly, looking around.

Maybe Shen Zhi was here too?

No, not just Shen Zhi, but also his father and grandfather should be here.

Ji Ran immediately put away her cold smile and displayed a warm, sweet smile. Yes, today she wouldn’t hit anyone!

She had to be the elegant lady.