C57 The sparrow turns into a phoenix

I panicked a little. Even though I looked carefree and unafraid of the heavens and the earth on the surface, I was actually still a coward. Especially with so many people around, I was still a stranger.

When I turned back, I was frightened by my father's gaze. "Don't be terrified." My sister took my hand.

I had no choice but to bite the bullet and continue walking. The moment we appeared in front of the crowd, we were immediately silenced. Everyone was looking at us with a few traces of curiosity in their eyes.

My great-uncle led us down the stairs. I was wearing a pair of heels that made me feel awkward. I tried to smile, but I kept my composure as I followed my great-uncle.

"I welcome everyone to today's banquet and thank everyone for giving me this face. Today, I have prepared a welcoming banquet for my nephew's family. I believe that everyone has received the news and will be the patriarch of my Xiang Family." His great-uncle's voice was exceptionally loud, and there were even echoes in the hall.

"This is my nephew's wife, and she will be the mistress of Xiang Family in the future. These two are the two great daughters, Gu Huai, to Yu Yue and Xiang Yuxing." My uncle had always introduced us, and I was not used to the looks he cast at us.

"Alright, everyone, have fun." With that, his uncle signaled for the music to continue, and the melodious music began to play, easing the awkward atmosphere.

The people around us gradually dispersed, and I took a deep breath as they looked away. I was finally released, and I couldn't hold it in any longer.

My stomach was very hungry, but I felt that no matter where I went, there would always be someone who would cast a glance at me. There was curiosity, disdain, puzzlement, flattery, and I felt that every step I took was difficult, and I didn't feel like eating anymore.

I thought, when the party is over, I must have some food left for me by the butler. I'll take it back to my room, it's too inconvenient.

Looking at their smiling parents, they suddenly felt very strange. A few days ago, we were still wearing our volunteer uniforms, with messy hair and dirty faces, trying to rescue people in the ruins. But now, we are wearing expensive clothes, enjoying the luxury of prosperity. The world really is unpredictable. Destiny makes fools of men.

"Hello, Miss Xiang." I was looking down at the red wine in my glass in a daze when I heard a sharp voice coming from a girl.

I raised my head. Opposite me was a beautiful lady wearing a red fish-tailed dress. She was tall and had big curly hair. There was also a girl in a blue dress beside her. In comparison, the lady in blue dress looked much gentler.

I was sizing them up, and they were also looking at me in the same way. Then, the Red Skirt revealed a disdainful smile, "Your looks are not bad, but you don't have the temperament of a famous lady. Sure enough, sparrows can't become phoenixes even if they fly up the branches." Her face was sharp, her voice a little harsh.

It was unknown what she was thinking, but she was very good at hiding her emotions. Although she did not mock me, she was also a bystander, and the world was always dark. I believe that this person was not someone who was easy to deal with, but in the novel, it was said that this kind of person was the scariest.

How could it be a sparrow? I am just a phoenix in distress, you tell me, I used to look up at a big tree from the ground, and then I flew even higher into the sky, and what's more, I flew even higher than you guys. Say, this strength is indeed very important. I shook the glass in my hand and replied sarcastically.

"You really think of yourself as a princess."

"That's not true, I just consider myself to be the young miss of the Xiang Family, I have never thought about the princess before." I was all smiles.

"A lowly person gets what he deserves." The Red Skirt's face was filled with anger.

"A skinny camel is bigger than a horse." I slowly stood up and moved closer to the Red Skirt as I said this. Then he left with a chuckle.

It really spoils my mood. These young mistresses are really bored and wanted to find someone to argue with when they have nothing to do. I didn't have the mood to accompany them.

I picked up my wine cup and prepared to head upstairs. I had already met up with her anyway, so there was nothing for me to do after this. I might as well head back to my room to have a good rest.

Just as I stepped onto the stairs, I heard a servant say, "Master Bai has arrived." I stopped, Master Bai.

Then, I saw a man in a white suit walk in from the entrance. He looked familiar, so I couldn't see his face clearly. If I knew earlier, I would have put on my contact lens.

I was a little shocked that he did not come here. After all, he had been elusive like this for so many times, and what I was shocked about was the way he addressed me, the Master Bai, and what kind of new identity did he have. To be able to fake his identity everywhere like this, aren't they afraid of being exposed?

Bai Jing walked up to me. I was still standing on the stairs when he stretched out his hand, "I'm not here yet. Are you going to leave, Xing'er?" Bai Jing had a handsome smile on his face.

I felt as if my brain had turned into a mess as I put my hands into his hands and let him descend the stairs. My great-uncle walked over and said, "Master Bai and Xing'er are acquainted." His great-uncle's face was filled with confusion.

"I know him, and he is very familiar with him. Xing'er, what do you think?" Although Bai Jing answered my great-uncle's question, he was still looking at me.

"Then let's chat, I won't affect you anymore. Xing'er, entertain your esteemed guests well." A hint of understanding appeared in my great-uncle's eyes. I knew that he definitely thought that Bai Jing and I were a couple.

"Why are you here? Everyone seems to know you." I looked at Bai Jing, this enigmatic man, and realized that I really knew very little about him. Just how many secrets did he have?

Listening to Bai Jing's explanation still made me happy. At least, the reason why he came here was for me, and I realised that the importance of Bai Jing in my heart was growing, he was able to affect my emotions, I would be happy because of him, sad because of him, disappointed because of him. Su Ye said that he was in love with someone, and I admit that I have a good impression of Bai Jing, but it seems that I have not reached the state of love yet.

In my world, love can be for the other party to pay everything, love is to pay, desire is to take. I don't understand myself. I feel like sometimes I don't even know what I'm thinking.