My Scheming Little Devil-Chapter 1829: Filled with Trepidation

Originally, no one paid attention to this couple, and they were quite unremarkable. But when they danced their third dance, Yiyi gradually discovered that a number of gazes, seemingly subtle, landed on them with strange expressions, either puzzled or inquisitive.

Yiyi was quite baffled by those sudden gazes.

Her current appearance and attire were not outstanding, and although Wubai was handsome, in this high society, noble identity and notable status drew far more attention than looks. For someone like them, who was not known, there should be no reason for anyone to notice.

Amidst her heart full of doubt and oddity, the dance finally ended.

Yiyi quickly left the dance floor, lowered her head, and returned to Madam Aisha’s side.

Yet, some gazes continued to follow her, scrutinizing her constantly. However, seeing her flustered expression and shy demeanor, it was clear she was not an exceptional or elegant lady. Upon seeing her walk to Madam Aisha’s side, they immediately recognized her identity.

Those gazes instantly withdrew disdainfully. 𝒻𝘳ℯℯ𝑤ℯ𝒷𝘯ℴ𝓋ℯ𝘭.𝑐ℴ𝑚

"Mom, why were those people suddenly looking at me just now?" Yiyi asked in a low voice, puzzled.

Madam Aisha’s expression was also strange. She watched her for a moment, then glanced across the dance floor towards Wubai, who was conversing with some nobles.

"During your third dance, the Empress was watching you all along, she looked several times. Those nobles always pay attention to the Empress’s every move. Seeing that she actually noticed you a few times, they were curious about you too."

Yiyi was greatly shocked: "The Empress was watching me? Why would she notice me?"

She hadn’t excelled enough to be noticed by someone as high-ranking as the Empress, given she was merely the governor’s daughter.

"I find it strange too, but the Empress indeed glanced over you several times. So, the nobles are speculating about your identity and why you caught the Empress’s special attention. Not just anyone gets noticed by the Empress, it’s a kind of honor."

Yiyi felt her heart pounding; what had she done to catch the Empress’s attention?

Could she please not notice her?

She didn’t want to draw attention from such influential figures, as it would only lead to trouble. She just wanted to live her life quietly.

"Hmph, what Empress’s attention? Would the Empress regard a country girl like her? She lacks looks and manners. The Empress probably hasn’t seen such a crude girl before, which is why she took a few more glances, likely feeling displeased by this kind of person attending the banquet." A gaze full of intense jealousy and anger shot over, followed by a piercingly sharp voice of a charming yet catty young lady, striding towards Yiyi and Madam Aisha.

Yiyi looked up to see Yun Qingqing, her face burning with jealousy. She was so upset that even wearing the most splendid clothes today didn’t make her feel content.

Being ignored twice, having the person she wanted to dance with taken from her, how could she not be furious?

Last time, she was robbed of her chance to dance with the Councilman’s son by that pesky girl from Yalan Country, and this time, she lost the chance to dance and converse with Mr. Wubai to this girl, missing the opportunity to capture his heart.

This time infuriated her more than last time. At least last time, that Yalan girl was extremely beautiful, and to be fair, she was indeed a touch prettier than herself. Moreover, for the sake of good relations between the two countries, Young Master Ling Kong danced with that woman, so losing back then wasn’t entirely disgraceful.