Chapter 115: Déjà vu
The second day was Saturday, and Yan Yixin personally knocked on Yan Juan's 'door' with the dress box.
The 'fine' and beautiful packaging made Yan Juan suddenly think of its value. The 'flower' style of English on the box made her find a familiar feeling. The brand has always been known for its simplicity and 'fine' workmanship, and she once owned one of these dresses.
"What kind of banquet...... Is it formal? Yan Wan uneasily stroked the bow on the box and did not open it immediately.
"Don't be nervous, as long as you follow me, everything will be OK, and no one will be difficult for you." Yan Yixin smiled and comforted, "It's just a business entertainment, I'm just going to participate on behalf of my grandfather." ”
Yan Juan nodded, knowing that Yan Yixin would not attend an ordinary banquet at all, let alone bring a 'female' companion! She estimated the cheongsam that could barely be regarded as a dress, and it was indeed a bit shabby to attend such an occasion, so she could only open the box.
The style of the dress is simple, with a low round neckline, a sleeveless cut with shaved shoulders, and a very smooth and perfect waist line, which can just set off her slender waist.
The light beige fabric also has a faint pearl-like luster. Yan Juan can be sure that under the light, the effect of this dress must be better. Except for a line of hand-embroidered natural 'colors' and 'flowers' at the hem of the skirt, the whole dress has no extra decoration.
"This kind of dress is just to set off the jewelry...... Yan Juan was secretly a little worried, except for a pure gold ring left by his mother, her purple eggplant pendant had not yet begun to be polished.
"I guess I'd better put on some makeup later." Yan Juan smiled bitterly and expressed his opinion. Sometimes, makeup is not only a means to enhance one's beauty, but also an attitude towards the banquet itself. Out of politeness, she shouldn't really attend the dinner party with "Shimizu Hibiscus".
What's more, the simplicity of the dress itself leaves plenty of room for her makeup.
"Okay, you change your clothes first, and I'll send you over to put on makeup." Yan Yixin readily agreed.
Yan Juan avoided her room, wearing a brand-name dress on her body, it seemed that every place was tailor-made for her, and Yan Yixin grasped her number very accurately.
When she opened the 'door' of the room, Yan Yixin raised her head on the sofa, and she was stunned for a moment, which made Yan Juan 'show' a shy smile. She remembered that Lu Wenjun once saw her wearing a dress, and she also looked like this. Perhaps she was born to wear a dress, using solemnity to optimize the face and temperament of the ancient typical.
"It's so beautiful......" Yan Yixin stood up and walked in front of her, but did not make any further moves. But the eagerness in his eyes made Yan Juan feel a little proud.
No wonder the ancients said, "Woman" is the one who pleases herself! Only in front of the man you like can you show such beauty that it is truly meaningful.
"There's still a set of jewelry missing." Yan Yixin took out a jewelry box, "Do you want to see if it's suitable?" ”
"Ruby's?" Yan Juan's eyes lit up, and he teased with a smile, "If it's man-made, you must tell me." Otherwise, if I 'get' it and lose it, I will be like the 'female' protagonist in Maupassant's "Necklace", desperately working to buy a set and really pay you back! ”
Yan Yixin smiled: "It's indeed a ruby." However, if you 'get' it and change it to a fake one, I won't mind. ”
"Is it pigeon's blood?"
"No, only the three gems in the brooch have reached the quality of pigeon's blood red." Yan Yixin took out the 'brooch' pin, "And the gem is not big, the three add up to only two carats." The gemstones of the pendants and rings are very dark, but the concentration is not yet at the level of pigeon's blood. ”
"The 'flesh' eye can't see the difference between them, and the 'color' is very strong."
"This set of jewelry has been verified by the Swiss jewelry research laboratory, and the evaluation criteria for pigeon blood red are very strict." Yan Yixin motioned for her to turn around and put the necklace on for her.
"Are my fingers thick?" Yan Juan tried the ring, and the middle finger seemed very tight, and it could only be worn on the ring finger. She thought about it, but faded away. The meaning of wearing a ring on the ring finger of the left hand is too solemn.
"This ring was originally worn by my mother after marriage." Yan Yixin smiled, "This is a gift from my father to my mother at the auction that year. ”
Yan Juan immediately felt that her ears were a little feverish, Yan Yixin specially picked out this set of jewelry for her to wear, will there be another deep meaning in it?
"I'll send you to makeup, I think you'll be the center of attention."
"Just light makeup." Yan Juan solemnly reiterated.
"Of course, I don't like it when you paint yourself with two dark circles." Yan Yixin said with a smile.
Yan Juan said an address where she used to put on makeup and do her hair, even though seven years ago, the store was not as big as it would have been.
"So you've already figured it out." Yan Yixin smiled in surprise, "Don't be too nervous about this banquet, I won't leave your side." ”
"It's okay, I'm just ...... I've heard of this shop before, although the scale is not large, but the service is very professional, and it is not something I specifically inquired about......" Yan Juan smiled helplessly.
Because the requirements are relatively simple, the makeup does not 'spend' too much effort, even the long hair, only a little gel, a little styling of the temples.
"Juan, you're actually pretty good." Yan Yixin said when he grabbed her arm.
"So, I wasn't pretty before, was I?" Yan Juan deliberately raised the bar with him.
"No, I just think you're prettier when you're dressed up." Yan Yixin smiled and pinched her nose, "Play word games with me!" Knowing that you are a top student in the Chinese department, at this point, I can only bow down. Still, I prefer the way you usually wear a T-shirt and denim 'pants', which is more authentic. ”
"Me too, I like the way I look. Wearing high heels, I felt bumpy even on the road. Yan Juan complained. No matter how good the quality of stiletto leather shoes is, there is always a run-in period when they are just on the feet.
Yan Juan was already worried, not knowing how long the banquet would last. I haven't worn high heels for a long time, and I seem to be starting to be picky about shoes.
The venue of the banquet is in the middle of Yangping Mountain. Unlike Cuiping Mountain, Yangping Mountain has always been a place for the wealthy. The housing prices here can be described as an inch of land, especially the houses located in the middle of the mountainside, except for the large merchants who are not rich or expensive, the average middle class cannot afford to live here.
Although the villa is only three floors, it occupies a large area. At the entrance of the door, there are white and red tulips, which are in full bloom. Next to the Roman column, there is a 'flower' garden, a lush lawn, so green that it makes people look bright. A breeze blew, and the grass tips 'waved' along with the wind. Yan Juan's nameless precious tea 'flowers' are clustered around the villa, as if they are the stars and the moon, holding out the white walls and red tiles in the middle.
You don't need to look at the 'fine' Zhan of the building technology, just look at the wide area, which makes Yan Juan look up. Although the Lu family is also a wealthy family, they can only occupy the foothills of Yangping Mountain.
"Yes...... Your home? Yan Wan asked hesitantly.
"Of course not." Yan Yixin smiled dumbly, "Our family is over there, and we can barely be regarded as neighbors." ”
Yan Juan was immediately silenced, presumably this family is the Yan family's 'friend', right?
Several more cars were parked at the 'door' one after another, BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Ferrari, Porsche, ...... It is completely possible to hold a world famous car exhibition here.
Yan Yixin didn't squint, and walked into the big 'door' with Yan Xuan's arm. The maid dressed in *** bowed at the entrance of the big 'door' and led them to the living room.
The 'waiters' who shuttled through the hall looked very professional, wearing white shirts and black bow ties. At first glance, it was invited from a large hotel, and every movement showed that it had been well trained.
"Their family is in the hotel business, and they own two five-star high-end hotels and three high-end western restaurants in City A." Yan Yixin followed Yan Xuan's gaze and explained knowingly.
"Ah...... I see. Yan Juan nodded.
"Brother Yixin!" A crisp voice came from a corner of the living room, and before Yan Juan could react in time, a figure pounced. If it weren't for Yan Yixin's timely restraint, he would probably have been soft and fragrant.
She is very good-looking and has an elegant demeanor. A small pink 'color' dress, exaggerated makeup, and a pair of pear-shaped diamond earrings set off the coquettishness of the young 'girl'. Her skin has the unique brightness of a young 'spring' and a young 'woman', but it is not delicate enough.
This face is obviously familiar, but I can't remember it for a while.
"Apricot, I haven't seen you for half a year, and you've become pretty again." Yan Yixin half-truthfully complimented, and pulled Yan Xuan, "Come, let me introduce you to you, this is Kang Lao's granddaughter Kang Xiuxing." Apricot, this is my 'girlfriend' friend Yan Juan. ”
"'Girlfriend' friend?" Kang Xiuxing's face, which lit up because of his praise, suddenly sank again, "Brother Yixin, how can you have a 'girlfriend' friend?" ”
Yan Xuan's heart sank a little, because she finally confirmed that this Kang Xiuxing and the 'female' person on Yan Yixin's notebook had at least five points of facial features. The reason why she didn't recognize it immediately was because Kang Xiuxing and the 'woman' were so different from each other.
Kangxiu apricot is lively and playful. However, it lacks the calm and graceful atmosphere of the 'woman' in the painting, so even the facial features are not very delicate.
"Silly girl, Brother Yixin is almost thirty, shouldn't he have a 'girlfriend' friend?" Yan Yixin smiled and reached out to pat Kang Xiuxing's head, the highlighted hair looked richly layered.
"But...... Can you forget about your sister? Kang Xiuxing glared at Yan Juan, and her clear intention made Yan Juan suddenly understand that the 'female' person in the painting turned out to be her sister.
She clearly felt Yan Yixin holding her arm, obviously stiffening.
"Apricot, what are you talking nonsense about your brother Yixin again!" The sound of a bell sounded around them, and it relieved Yan Yixin in a timely manner.