Chapter 219: A Gathering of Distinguished Guests
"You!"
Upon hearing Xia Bing's words, Xia Angxuan's raised hand froze mid-air, his eyes fixed on Xia Bing with a look full of rage.
At today's engagement party, many prominent figures from the Capital were set to attend, including Bai Yaochen outside. If Xia Bing were to show up with a five-finger mark on her face, she would instantly become a laughingstock, and both the Sun and Xia families would lose face.
Therefore, he couldn't lay a hand on Xia Bing now!
Thinking of this, Xia Angxuan looked long and hard at Xia Bing. He never imagined that normally timid Xia Bing would become so assertive today, daring to openly defy him!
Seeing Xia Angxuan's expression, Xia Bing spoke, "I understand, you want me to marry into the Sun family to further the Xia family's development. I am just a pawn in your hands, a piece you can easily sacrifice for the Xia family's progress, isn't that right?"
Xia Bing's gaze was cold and indifferent as she looked at Xia Angxuan and spoke coldly.
Whether studying abroad or working in Lin'an, my parents never called me. They never even responded to my holiday greetings.
Now, my parents are treating me as a pawn to further the Xia family's interests, which fills me with indignation!
At this moment, a cold sneer flashed across Xia Bing's face as she looked at Xia Angxuan, who was filled with anger, and said, "But have you considered? It's me getting engaged, the one marrying into the Sun family as their daughter-in-law is me. If I refuse to let the Sun and Xia families cooperate, would they agree?"
Xia Angxuan's face changed dramatically at these words, showing an extremely enraged expression.
Xia Bing wasn't wrong. Xia Angxuan thought the plan was brilliant: marry the daughter into the Sun family to allow the Xia family to grow using their resources, forming an indestructible relationship. Such a move would seem perfect to outsiders.
But he overlooked the most fundamental thing, it is Xia Bing marrying into the Sun family, not him, Xia Angxuan!
Even if the two families' union seems airtight from the outside, as long as Xia Bing subtly persuades the Sun family elders daily, applying a little resistance to cooperation, it wouldn't be impossible for the Sun family to betray them when they cross the bridge!
Seeing Xia Angxuan's shocked expression, Xia Bing let out a cold smile and said, "Dad, this is the last time I'll call you that. I'm already grateful for Lu Yu's help, but if you continue to treat me as a chess piece, it would be a grave mistake. Today I'll show you what a grave mistake you are making!"
Having said that, Xia Bing sat down in front of the dressing table and said to the makeup artist behind her, "Alright, you can start the makeup now. Remember, I want it bold and striking. I want the entire Capital to see how grand this so-called engagement party is!"
Hearing this, Xia Angxuan was shaken to his core, suddenly realizing what was happening, just about to say something when Xia Bing spoke to the nearby security, "Please escort Mr. Xia out, don't let him disturb my makeup!"
"Oh, Xia Bing, you ungrateful thing, you..."
Hearing Xia Bing's words, Xia Angxuan began to speak, his words filled with anger.
But before he could finish, two burly Sun family bodyguards stepped in front of Xia Angxuan, saying, "Mr. Xia, please."
Upon hearing this, Xia Angxuan's face went pale with anger, casting a fierce glance at Xia Bing before swinging his hand in frustration and striding out of the dressing room!
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Meanwhile, in the Sun family's hall, the venue for the engagement was already set up, and many renowned figures gathered, discussing the grand engagement hall before them.
As today's protagonist, Sun Yi's face might have been seriously injured, but it didn't stop the skilled makeup artist from effectively concealing his scars.
At that moment, Sun Yi, leaning on a cane and dressed in a white suit, looked every bit the descendant of a prestigious family.
Seeing the gathering of esteemed guests, Sun Yi's inner hatred far surpassed his joy. Though Xia Bing was soon to be his, when he had seen Xia Bing holding hands with Lu Yu two days earlier, he had been filled with resentment!
Lu Yu's and Xia Bing's intimacy made him intensely doubt whether Xia Bing was a virgin!
"Once the engagement party is over, I'll first confirm if Xia Bing is a virgin, and if not, I will fiercely torment her and torture her to death!"
Consumed by rage, Sun Yi thought coldly to himself, "And that Lu Yu, aren't you arrogant? Just wait, I will take revenge for my disfigurement slowly!"
Despite his overwhelming anger, Sun Yi kept a stoic face. No matter how foolish he was, he understood the importance of the occasion; regardless of his inner resentment, he had to forcefully suppress it.
For not only were all notable figures from the Capital present, but also Bai Yaochen from the Bai family!
Even his own grandfather had to respectfully call him Brother Bai, and no matter how arrogant he was, he didn't dare act rashly in front of him!
At the moment, Sun Yaowu and Bai Yaochen sat together, conversing happily.
"Brother Bai, your presence today truly honors our Sun Mansion," Sun Yaowu said, though smiling, showing utmost respect in his speech.
"Hahaha, Yaowu, don't flatter me. I'm just here to enjoy a cup of wedding wine at your grandson's engagement. You're making me embarrassed to drink later,"
Bai Yaochen said, full of mirth.
"Brother Bai, what are you saying? The ceremony is about to begin, and soon we'll have a good drink, not leaving until we're fully satisfied!" Sun Yaowu, despite being 120 years old, handled people with great dexterity, speaking with a broad smile, exuding a particularly free-spirited vibe.