Today, the crème de la crème of the capital city gathered, as the Ye family was hosting a rare banquet to introduce the newly wed Madam Sun.
Not long ago, rumors circulated that the second young master Ye had an illegitimate child living in obscurity. Just a few days prior, the daughter who had been brought back home had become a sensation online.
Even those within their social circle were abuzz with discussions. Everyone had assumed the statement issued by Ye Corporation at the time was merely a formality, not to be taken seriously.
Unexpectedly, within days, the Ye family sent out invitations for a banquet.
This made everyone pay a little more attention to this newly found granddaughter. This attention reached its peak when they arrived at the banquet hall.
The entire banquet hall was decorated in a soft pink hue, with numerous colorful balloons filling the space. Even the long tables on both sides were laden with adorable, creatively shaped pastries, and surrounded by cute little dolls.
The hall was decorated with an air of childish innocence, making them wonder if they had stumbled into the wrong venue.
None of the attendees had ever hosted a full moon celebration or a child's birthday party where the venue was decorated in such a manner. These events typically served as opportunities for networking, so who would actually decorate a venue like this?
It was evident that the Ye family truly valued this young lady who had recently returned. They exchanged knowing glances, regretting not bringing their own children of similar age.
Fortunately, almost every family had brought at least one young lady with them. After all, the young masters of the Ye family, with the exception of the eldest, were still unmarried!
The young masters of the Ye family were currently unaware of these developments, as they were busy showering a little cherub with compliments.
"Daddy~ Doesn't Nuan Nuan look pretty?" Nuan Nuan, holding up her skirt, twirled around with a touch of vanity.
Nuan Nuan was wearing a pure white, fairy-like dress today, a custom design by a renowned artist, with every thread and petal meticulously hand-sewn by the designer.
Half of her hair was styled into braids, while the other half was left loose. The loose portion was delicately curled, and a small floral accessory, matching her dress, adorned her head. The wisps of hair on the sides were also styled into cute little curls by the hairstylist.
"Beautiful!" Ye Jinghuai's eyes were filled with paternal affection.
"Wow! Is Nuan Nuan a little fairy today?" Ye Jingzhi exclaimed, his eyes wide with exaggerated amazement.
"Uncle, you're so fake~" Nuan Nuan pouted deliberately, feigning dissatisfaction.
"Nuan Nuan, don't mind that silly fellow. Nuan Nuan is definitely the most beautiful today." Ye Jinghang stepped forward and playfully nudged his brother.
"Indeed! Nuan Nuan is like a flower fairy descended to earth today."
Ye Jingming, dressed in a suit today, sported a pair of gold-rimmed half-frame glasses. Thin chains dangled from each side of the frames, looping around his neck, giving him an aura of restrained allure.
"Third Uncle is also very handsome~ Nuan Nuan likes you!" she said, making a heart shape with her fingers for him.
"You're such a little flirt!" Ye Jinghang commented enviously from the side.
He had noticed it the day she accompanied him to work; she had been so captivated by his makeup that she could barely walk.
"Nuan Nuan has good taste," Ye Jingming retorted, glancing at his brother.
"Alright, our flower fairy must depart now." Ye Jingchen stood up, preparing to head to the banquet hall to greet guests.
By this time, the banquet hall was already filled with people, standing in small groups with their drinks, engaged in lively conversation.
The pastel-pink, childlike decor of the banquet hall was contrasted by the elegantly dressed gentlemen in suits and the ladies adorned in fine attire, creating a slightly discordant scene.
Ye Jingchen's arrival drew everyone's attention, and many stepped forward to greet him warmly.
"Nephew, the banquet decorations are quite lovely today," a distinguished middle-aged man in a sharp suit approached.
"Uncle Zheng, you are too kind. My mother arranged everything."
"Congratulations, Eldest Young Master Ye. The Ye family finally has a young lady," a man beside him chimed in, his face beaming with flattery.
"Thank you," Ye Jingchen replied politely, showing no inclination to prolong the conversation.
At this moment, Ye Jinghuai entered with Nuan Nuan in his arms, accompanied by his brothers. The hall instantly became more vibrant as various guests, with their own daughters in tow, stepped forward to offer their congratulations.
"Mr. Ye, congratulations! With the discovery of your daughter, the Ye family now has an heir."
"Thank you." Although aware it was mere pleasantry, Ye Jinghuai's face was alight with joy.
"I heard Third Young Master recently handled a major case. Truly a promising young man!"
Ye Jingming, a renowned lawyer both domestically and internationally, had his law firm engaging in numerous business dealings with various companies.
"Fourth Young Master is now making a name for himself abroad, bringing honor to our country!"
Ye Jingxing was now the first Chinese actor to win the Nana Film Festival. While Chinese individuals had won before, they were primarily of Chinese descent. Therefore, strictly speaking, Ye Jingxing was indeed the first, and so young at that.
"The young master is also a distinguished individual and will soon be able to stand on his own."
The guests formed a circle, showering the brothers with compliments. It was Nuan Nuan's first time seeing so many people, and she shyly hid in her father's embrace, observing the polite exchanges.
"Mr. Ye's daughter is truly beautiful and adorable." It was at this point that someone finally steered the conversation towards Nuan Nuan.
Ye Jinghuai's smile now held a touch more sincerity.
"Mr. Zhang, you flatter her. Nuan Nuan is still young and doesn't understand things. Please forgive her."
"Hello, grandpas and uncles~" Nuan Nuan piped up in her tender voice, greeting everyone.
"Miss Nuan Nuan is so well-behaved. However, I should be considered from the grandfather's generation, shouldn't I? Hahaha." A man, appearing to hold the highest status, made a generous joke.
Nuan Nuan looked up at her father. Seeing his nod, she changed her address.
"Hello, grandpas and uncles~ My name is Nuan Nuan."
"Miss Nuan Nuan is so cute, I even want to take her home!" the surrounding guests chimed in again with their flattery.
"Indeed! Having a daughter is so much better. They are considerate and well-behaved, unlike my unruly son at home."
Behind the men, a group of socialites were blushing, their hearts pounding as they gazed at the impeccably dressed, handsome, and dashing men before them, their eyes lingering on them.
"Everyone, my father and mother will be arriving soon, and we need to make preparations. We shall take our leave." Ye Jingming, sensing an awkward turn of events, quickly made an excuse to depart.
The brothers breathed a collective sigh of relief as they moved away from the crowd.
"No, brothers, I still don't like these kinds of events. If it weren't for Nuan Nuan today, I wouldn't have come!"
The youngest, Ye Jingzhi, couldn't help but voice his complaint.
"You're the youngest, and you're having the easiest time here!" Ye Jinghang shot him a disdainful glance.
Due to his profession, Ye Jinghang had it the easiest here, second only to Ye Jingzhi.
"If it weren't for Nuan Nuan, our family wouldn't be hosting this banquet.
I say, second brother, with so many socialites and heiresses eyeing you today, you need to be careful!" Ye Jingming couldn't resist teasing.
"Yes, second brother, you must not let those women get close to Nuan Nuan. Perhaps they intend to use Nuan Nuan to get to you!"
Ye Jinghang, at this moment, seemed to have the leisure to lecture his elder brother.
"Do I need you to remind me? Besides, I'm not the only target." Ye Jinghuai replied irritably.
"But you are the fattest piece of meat," Ye Jingming continued his sharp-tongued remark.
"Ahem, in short, all of you just be careful."
As the only one not being scrutinized, Ye Jingchen felt that getting married early was not so bad after all.
"Daddy~ Nuan Nuan doesn't like them."
Nuan Nuan pouted dismissively, finding the women's gazes like searchlights sweeping over her.
"Jinghuai, keep a close eye on Nuan Nuan tonight," Ye Jingchen said, frowning with displeasure as he surveyed the surroundings.
"Mm."
Ye Jinghuai was naturally unhappy as well, but this was the norm within their circle, and he couldn't say much.
"Let's go find Mom and Dad to meet up!"
"Let's go!"