A second chance with my billionaire husband-Chapter 1509 - 291: Idle Gossip, Do Not Slander
Lady Tao exclaimed in surprise, "So there is something like this? This is fate..."
Lady Shen nodded with a smile, "Yes, fate."
"Big sister, is this what parties are like in our country? It’s so fun, people are everywhere," Dongfang Lingxuan said as she walked into the banquet hall with Dongfang Yi, her eyes darting around curiously at everything.
Dongfang Yi carefully instructed, "Stay close to me, don’t get lost, okay?"
"I’m not a three-year-old child. Even if I get lost, I can find my way back. Don’t worry, big sister."
Dongfang Yi shook her head helplessly.
"Miss Dongfang," Lady Tao was not as enthusiastic about Dongfang Yi’s arrival, but she remained polite enough not to appear discourteous.
At the right moment, a young girl in an exquisite dress descended from the second floor, like a princess stepping out of a fairy tale, sweet and dreamy.
She captured the attention of many guests present.
Tao Yuzhu was a typical little princess raised in luxury, appearing innocent, pure, and carefree.
She first performed a piano piece for everyone, earning a round of applause from them all.
"Thank you all for taking the time out of your busy schedules to attend my coming of age ceremony. Yuzhu is grateful for your presence," the young girl said gracefully with a gentle, starlight-like gaze.
Many young talents attended tonight, their eyes brimming with eagerness as they watched Tao Yuzhu.
Descending from the platform, Lady Tao held Yuzhu’s hand and introduced her, "This is Lady Yan, Young Master Yan, and Miss Ji."
Tao Yuzhu spoke warmly and politely, then gazed with interest at Yun Ya, "You must be Ji Yunya? You look even nicer in person."
The gaze was clear and innocent, filled with pure curiosity.
Yun Ya chuckled, "Miss Tao is too kind."
"Don’t call me Miss Tao, we’re about the same age. Just call me Yuzhu. Can I call you Yun Ya?"
"Of course you can."
What a straightforward girl.
Seeing the two chatting happily, Lady Tao nodded with a smile, "Yuzhu, keep Yun Ya company."
Tao Yuzhu patted her chest in agreement.
Yan Song stood like a cold statue around Yun Ya, drawing the attention of many ladies, following Yun Ya wherever she went.
Tao Yuzhu giggled, "Young Master Yan is really good to you."
Yun Ya smiled softly but did not comment.
"Yuzhu, Yuzhu, Lau Yixuan is here," a petite girl squeezed beside Tao Yuzhu, excitedly pointing to a corner in the crowd.
Tao Yuzhu’s eyes lit up as she looked eagerly in that direction, clearly the gaze of someone spotting a beloved person.
Yun Ya raised an eyebrow slightly and followed Tao Yuzhu’s gaze. In the corner of the crowd stood a tall figure, dressed in casual clothes that seemed out of place but appeared relaxed and calm.
Upon closer look, the face was also exceptionally handsome, with slightly pursed lips showing a trace of aloofness, making him appear somewhat unapproachable.
A flamboyantly dressed woman tried to approach him, but the man subtly stepped back, silently rejecting the woman’s advance. The woman huffed, muttered something about his lack of charm, and stormed off angrily.
He seemed like a pretty good man.
However, his family background might not be well-off, judging by the mismatched and ordinary brand of clothing he wore. Although he tried to stay composed, certain little gestures betrayed his inner nervousness... Yun Ya’s gaze lightly swept over the man and fell on Tao Yuzhu, sighing inwardly.
"I didn’t expect he would actually come," Tao Yuzhu said joyfully, her cheeks tinted with a rosy blush.
The petite girl said, "I knew it; he still has you in his heart. Now’s a great chance, Yuzhu, go say hello to him." With that, she gave Tao Yuzhu a slight push.
Tao Yuzhu hesitated, "But I..."
Yun Ya glanced at the petite girl, who only then noticed Yun Ya’s presence, her heart skipping a beat at the deep gaze.
"Yuzhu, is he your friend?" Yun Ya asked with a smile.
Tao Yuzhu nodded with a smile, "His name is Lau Yixuan, and he’s my senior. What do you think? He’s pretty handsome, right?"
Yun Ya smiled.
The petite girl leaned close to Tao Yuzhu’s ear, whispering, "Who is she?" her tone full of hostility.
Tao Yuzhu replied, "Shanshan, she’s Ji Yunya. You probably don’t know her yet. I’ll introduce you two."
"Yun Ya, this is my good friend, Yu Shanshan."
The girl was as elegant and beautiful as a moon high above in the sky, bright and clear, which instinctively evoked deep-seated feelings of inadequacy. She bit her lip and quietly said, "Hello, I’m Yuzhu’s best friend, Yu Shanshan."
