PART 03 The Cinderella-style Ball, The Ending of Princess Xiaomei

The two of them stood side by side, simultaneously glaring at me with their eyes. I raised my powerful arm, and my biceps flexed at the peak of my arm.

After getting off the car, I linked arms with Xiao Bie and walked into this luxurious villa situated on the mountainside, utterly astonished

Everything is luxurious and orderly

Shang Ershao's lips have turned white

I turned my head in surprise and saw him slightly tilt his head, his face calm, yet the hand hanging by his pants was clenched into a fist

I became the most focal figure in the hall along with Young Master Shang Er.

I could no longer hold back and let out a chuckle

After a moment of silence, the two young ladies who were whispering at an extremely high volume exclaimed in unison: "No way, could it be that Young Master Shang Er has been abroad for years and is unfulfilled?"

I gritted my teeth and wanted to find Xiao Bie, but after scanning the entire hall, I could not find him, and I suddenly felt at a loss.

I swallowed hard and pushed the cake in my hand away: "Brother Shang Er, I have been avoiding certain foods lately, especially sweet and greasy ones"

There is no need to consider those anymore

I had a fleeting illusion, feeling as if I were in a fairy tale world

He smiled slightly, did not open it, but instead handed the gift box to the attendant beside him, then looked at me with a beaming smile: "Mi | Mi is very beautiful today, very charming." As he spoke, he raised his eyebrows, seemingly hinting at something.

A laugh that is quite unrestrained, devoid of any trace of elegance.

Upon careful consideration, it is indeed the case that no one dares to act presumptuously in his presence. Even when they see me, they always greet him first. Although I have not heard anyone refer to him as Young Master Xiao, his status within the Xiao family is undoubtedly that of a young master.

Then, the prince and the princess danced gracefully together

I retorted, "What does it matter? It can at least cover the petticoat, so it isn't too disrespectful. Once I got in the car..." The latter part of my sentence I swallowed back.

I turned my head and was momentarily stunned. I saw that Young Master Shang Er had changed into a light beige casual jacket, leaning against the wall, smiling happily.

Shang Huaijin casually placed the wine cup on the server's tray, extended his hand, and gave me a slight smile: "I wonder if I am fortunate enough to invite Mi Mi to dance a tune with me."

Why is Mi staring at me? Is my attire inappropriate?

Shang Huaijin approached from the corner of the hall, and under the crystal chandelier, his obsidian-like eyes shimmered with brilliance. The tailored suit accentuated his tall and slender figure, while his clean and elongated hand casually held a goblet. He smiled gently at me, fully embodying his refined demeanor.

He suddenly burst into laughter, casually taking my cake, and teased, "My dear, if you continue to slim down, how will you use your biceps to scare the little girls outside"

I opened my mouth wide and quickly shook my head

Xiao Bie gave him a faint smile and calmly said: "Is Young Master Shang Er mocking a steward for not being suited to such a magnificent place?"

There is no background music; the young girls and boys present are merely engaged in quiet conversations, occasionally punctuated by soft laughter.

This is my first time attending a party, and my understanding of parties comes mainly from soap operas.

I was suddenly at a loss for words, momentarily speechless

When the two little field mice sprang out, I caught a glimpse of them in my peripheral vision...

Although smiling, there is a strong sense of hostility

The entire hall is ivory-colored, with tall, rounded, and glossy columns. The entire ceiling of the hall is completely hollowed out, resembling an ancient Greek temple, and in the center hangs a massive crystal chandelier, clear and transparent, refracting a spectrum of rainbow colors

Foreign women are all plump, perhaps it is for this reason that Young Master Shang Er has changed his aesthetic perspective

I cast a glance at the birthday cake in my hand, on which the name "Shang Huaiqin" is ambiguously inscribed.

I thought that Xiao Mi would be petite and charming like Madam Xiao, but I did not expect her figure to be so large

I am truly at a loss for words

Shang Er Shao smiled gently, his gaze affectionate, as his long hand reached out towards me, the brilliance of the crystal chandelier refracting on his hand, creating a truly dreamlike scene

It has been a few days since we last met, and his words are still as sharp as ever

Indeed, the two timid ladies immediately fled in disarray

I was left speechless with a smile, considering how he still remembers the last time I put him in a difficult position

He has finally stabilized his emotions and has returned to being that graceful gentleman, a scholarly figure reminiscent of ink wash painting.

As if under hypnosis, my consciousness gradually became blurred

I scrambled up from the second young master of the business in a state of panic, and just as I was about to steady myself, I suddenly realized that the heel of my high-heeled shoe had actually broken. I lost my balance once again and fell heavily to the ground.

I gently placed my chubby, round little hand on his, and his palm was warm. As soon as we made contact, a warm current flowed through my fingertips, igniting small sparks that blossomed in my heart

Wearing high heels that are 9 centimeters tall, walking feels like swinging, how can one still dance

Subsequently, the princess and the prince fell in love with each other and lived a happy life

Shang Ershao emitted a painful moan beneath my body: "Mi | Mi, could you please stand up first? I fear my ribs may be broken..."

I picked up a drink and quietly retreated to the outside of the hall, where there was a large garden. In the garden, there was also a very large outdoor swimming pool, adorned with colorful lights along the edge. As the gentle breeze blew, ripples danced across the water's surface, slicing the brilliance into countless fragments, creating a stunning sight

He merely smiled without speaking, took two steps forward, and gently pulled me over. Thus, we stood together under the dazzling lights, beside the pool where the water shimmered, reflecting the lights in an even more magnificent manner

He reclined on the sofa in the lounge, propping his head up with his arm, and smiled lazily, saying, "It's all right, the ones who come are regulars, and everyone is usually quite casual."

Xiao Bie clearly did not want to get entangled in this matter, and with a snort, he unexpectedly walked away, leaving me alone to share a "deeply affectionate" gaze with Young Master Shang Er.

"Excuse me. Mi | Mi, I think I need to take a break first. Make yourself at home, as if it were your own house." He was clearly in great pain

I have heard that she has confessed her love to Gu Xiaoshao, expressed her feelings to the Dongfang family, and most extravagantly, she sent an entire week’s worth of flowers to the Jimo family, all of which were paradise birds sprinkled with gold dust

But I do not know why he wants to involve me

On such a night, with such beautiful scenery, and a charming handsome man proposing a relationship to you...

People gathered around us, whispering in hushed tones, and occasionally someone burst out laughing

Indeed, I did not expect her to be like that

Xiao Mi | Mi, you truly possess the potential of a sumo wrestler

Because the eyes of the young merchant had already turned into crescent moons, the hem of the skirt, when he gently tugged at it, fell down, rendering the skirt completely ruined

I do not believe that he would be unaware of the external opinions; even I, having heard them, find that the true self of this body is indeed a scoundrel

I swear I absolutely did not do it on purpose

Shang Ershao was dripping wet all over, with a plump frog perched triumphantly on his head, croaking loudly in delight, as he helplessly stood up from the pool, trembling slightly

He extended his long fingers, brushing against the hem of my skirt, and said, "The skirt is torn like this; others will laugh at you."

What was originally not a loud sound now seemed particularly loud at this moment

"Call me Huai Jin, I don't want to be your brother," Shang Huai Jin said, sitting up straight from the sofa and smiling at me. "If Mi Mi doesn't mind, why not stay over today"

How despicable, he actually had the audacity to propose a romantic relationship to me in such a tone, as if he were saying: "Hey, let's have a meal together!"

I lament

"Mi, I believe what my eyes see." His voice was low, and his eyes shone brightly, like the most dazzling star in the night, filled with brilliance and allure

I suddenly felt very shy and asked with my head lowered and a submissive demeanor: "Your injury..."

As I laughed, I began to feel that something was amiss, for the laughter was unexpectedly in a duet.

Under the bright lights, the unfortunate Young Master Shang Er lay blushing beneath my voluminous skirt, while my legs were exaggeratedly spread apart, straddling him.

Shang Xiaosheng pouted slightly and quickly returned upstairs

I turned around and saw two long black shadows dragging on the ground not far away, clearly belonging to two young ladies who were indulging in gossip after a hearty meal.

Miss Xiao, you have created such a huge mess, and yet it has fallen upon me to clean it up for you

The atmosphere in the hall became oppressive. Although people began to gather in small groups to drink and chat, I couldn't shake the feeling that someone was watching me, their disdainful gaze piercing and making me uneasy.

I initially had no intention of listening further, but their subsequent words greatly piqued my curiosity to eavesdrop. Therefore, I simply sat in the grass and openly listened to their conversation

It is estimated that no woman can refuse this

He had a look of guilt on his face: "Mi | Mi, to make up for my mistake, you stay here." In his hand, he still held a large piece of torn cloth that he had ripped from my skirt, and there was no sign of guilt in him at all

He said: "Mi | Mi, I suddenly find you so interesting, it is very pleasant to be together, how about we start a romantic relationship?"

I glared angrily at Young Master Shang Er

This does not belong to my world

Happy ending

I grasped the hand of the approaching servant and, with great difficulty, stood up once more. I noticed not far away at the staircase entrance stood the proud and spirited young merchant, laughing so hard that he was nearly doubled over, tears almost streaming from his eyes.

Shang Ershao stood up unsteadily, his face pale, covering his ribs, and frowned as he said: "Huairen, do not speak recklessly"

As the music played, he pulled me along, and I was caught off guard, leaning against his arm and colliding heavily with him. Both of us swayed, and ultimately, he could not maintain his balance, so we both fell together.

No one, especially women, would be heartless enough to refuse such an invitation

It is getting late, and farewell voices are gradually coming from the front hall. I leaned out and smiled at Young Master Shang Er: "Is it acceptable for the host not to see off the guests as they leave?"

"Brother Shang, it is getting late, I must take my leave now." I stood up, and my puffy skirt flared out, yet it could not conceal the support underneath, which was likely torn by the bushes in the garden just now, making it look ridiculous and shabby.

What should Xiao Bie do

His head slowly lowered, getting closer and closer to my lips, his breath brushing against my face, ticklish, a sensation that reached deep into my heart

I feel very guilty, seeing him in pain, not knowing what to say

I looked at Young Master Shang Er with difficulty, hesitating.

But the smile is very genuine

Meow, you have arrived

Before they could react, I had already stood up a step ahead, smiling as I looked at them

Well, this is a gift from Xiao Bie, happy birthday! I took the prepared gift box from Xiao Bie and handed it over.

Finally, someone couldn't help but laugh out loud

I felt quite uncomfortable and furrowed my brows as I asked him, "Haven't you heard the public opinion about me outside?"

I truly wish everything could be frozen in time, if only it weren't for the two little field mice that sprang out from the grass

In fact, I never had a habit of eating sweets, so avoiding them is not particularly painful for me

I laughed heartily and looked up at the sky with pride

My face suddenly felt hot, and I did not expect him to joke with me

By the time I came to my senses, the event had already occurred

Generally, wealthy young masters and young ladies are dressed in formal attire, engaging in elegant conversations, with the background music undoubtedly being world-renowned classical pieces

The pitiable ... . ... The image of the ink wash man has since vanished without a trace

Of course not. He often looks in the mirror during his free time to know how he can be at his best

He suppressed his laughter, wiping the tears that had escaped from the corners of his eyes with his index finger: "It's all right, the doctor said everything is fine, just a little bruise." He was clearly still amused.

The atmosphere suddenly became heavy, but fortunately, Young Master Shang Er was a master at adapting to the situation. He then continued, "Young Master Xiao's cold jokes truly reach new heights. As far as I know, the Xiao family has never regarded you as a steward; everyone refers to you as Young Master Xiao."

He stands out in the colorful glow, exuding a handsome demeanor. As I gaze at him, my eyes gradually become dazed, as if I have fallen for him.

Is it possible? There are over a hundred people here. Could they all be regular customers?

Xiao Bie usually remains calm and unperturbed, rarely engaging in such confrontational moments.

It is truly a feast for the eyes

Suddenly, I resembled a pagoda vegetable, with a top adorned in brocade and silk, and a bottom featuring a comically cute white petticoat. In this appearance, it was indeed impossible to go out.

He then turned to Xiao Bie beside me, and with a mysterious smile, he said: "Young Master Xiao is quite handsome and dashing today"

Two people burst into laughter, and I couldn't help but join in with a silly grin. Indeed, when I first saw the magazine, I never expected Xiao Mimi to turn out this way

I do not dance, but I often do calisthenics.

However, it seems that this time it was the merchant Er Shao who took the initiative to invite her.

The consecutive accidents left Young Master Shang unable to muster the spirit to dance with the ladies in the hall. He merely hastily cut the birthday cake, offered a few words of gratitude, and then slipped into the lounge in the back to rest

You speak ill of others behind their backs and actually claim that I am impolite

Are you referring to the one who came today, Xiao Mi?

Suddenly, the surroundings fell silent, occasionally interrupted by some uncontrollable laughter

I nodded in a flustered manner, and then he left with the assistance of the waiter

The two of them looked at me as if they had seen a ghost, and one of them angrily said, "How dare you eavesdrop, it is truly impolite"