Wen Yunsheng received two more interview opportunities. After completing the interviews and waiting just a few days, she smoothly received two job offers.
Her personal resume was already outstanding, so job opportunities naturally weren’t scarce.
In the end, she chose Xin Qi, a top-tier 4A advertising agency. This company’s advertising creativity was highly distinctive—so much so that Wen Yunsheng had even studied their ad cases in class during her studies in the UK.
Wen Yunsheng was very satisfied with this job.
“I knew it—Shengsheng is so outstanding, she can rely on herself,” Aunt Jin said happily, serving her more food.
Wen Yunsheng smiled. “I didn’t expect it to go so smoothly either. I really like this company.”
“When do you start?”
“Next Monday.”
“Then we must celebrate properly for you!” Aunt Jin said with a laugh.
“It’s just a job, Aunt Jin,” Wen Yunsheng replied with a somewhat helpless smile.
Qin Mingqian also nodded. “It’s just a job, indeed there’s no need to take it too seriously. If you’re not happy with it, just quit. Uncle will arrange something else for you. Don’t put too much pressure on yourself.”
For Wen Yunsheng, this job was indeed quite good.
But for the second daughter of the Qin family, it wasn’t really a big deal.
It was just that Wen Yunsheng wanted to rely on herself. She was still young, and they were willing to let her try more things.
Wen Yunsheng could only nod obediently. “I understand, Uncle.”
Aunt Jin suddenly brought up, “Tomorrow, the Zhao family is hosting a jewelry banquet. I heard it’s something you young people like. They sent an invitation. Since you’re free these days, go and have some fun.”
Wen Yunsheng wasn’t particularly fond of attending these high-society banquets.
She hesitated. “I’d rather stay home with you…”
Aunt Jin served her another piece of roasted rabbit meat. “You, ever since returning to the country, you’ve been busy with interviews and job hunting, never taking time to relax and have fun. Now that you’ve found a job, what’s wrong with going out to enjoy yourself? You’re a young girl—what are you doing staying with us all day!”
As she spoke, Aunt Jin exchanged a glance with Qin Mingqian.
Qin Mingqian also nodded. “Your Aunt Jin is right. Go—consider it representing our family.”
Aunt Jin smiled. “I’ll let Xiao Xi know and have her accompany you. You two can have a good time.”
Wen Yunsheng had no choice but to agree. “Alright.”
The next afternoon, Aunt Jin even specially hired a makeup artist to come to the house and personally oversaw Wen Yunsheng’s styling.
Once she was finally dressed and made up, Aunt Jin nodded in satisfaction. “Our Shengsheng grows more beautiful with each passing day.”
Wen Yunsheng looked at herself in the mirror. She wore a misty blue starry chiffon gown, her long hair pinned up in a low bun, revealing her slender swan-like neck and adding to her gentle aura.
Aunt Jin even specially took out a set of her treasured blue gemstone high jewelry for Yun Sheng to wear. The dazzling sapphire necklace traced her delicate, fair shoulders and neck, shimmering brilliantly.
“I acquired this jewelry set two years ago. The style is too youthful, so I always thought of saving it for you,” Aunt Jin said with a smile.
Wen Yunsheng couldn’t help but ask, “Is it really necessary to be so formal for tonight’s banquet?”
“Of course. After all, it’s a jewelry banquet, and this is also your first public appearance since returning to the country. It’s good to dress up beautifully.”
Of course, Aunt Jin’s private hope was for Wen Yunsheng to outshine everyone and become the most dazzling one, so naturally, she wanted to put effort into her styling.
“Alright, alright, it’s getting late. You should head out now.”Aunt Jin saw Wen Yunsheng out the door, watching her get into the car before smiling and waving. “Have a good time.”
Wen Yunsheng nodded. “Goodbye, Aunt Jin.”
“Go on.”
The driver drove away.
Aunt Jin returned to the villa contentedly, just as Qin Mingqian walked out of the study.
“Has Shengsheng left?”
“She just left,” Aunt Jin replied with a smile.
“Tonight’s banquet is a gathering for young people, attended by talented and promising youths. Shengsheng might meet someone she takes a liking to.”
Though called a jewelry banquet, it was more accurately a social dance party.
“Yes, Shengsheng hasn’t been back for years. It’s time for her to make an appearance at such an occasion. Our Shengsheng is outstanding and beautiful—she’s sure to be the most dazzling one there.”
Qin Mingqian felt reassured. “It’s good for her to meet new people. She refuses to go on blind dates, but I’ve looked through the guest list for this banquet, and everyone is quite impressive.”
They were all promising young talents from prestigious families in the capital’s social circles.
Far better than that scoundrel Ji Beicun.
Although they knew Wen Yunsheng and Ji Beicun had already “broken up,” Qin Mingqian and Chen Jin were still worried she might get entangled with him again after some time.
That’s why they had meticulously arranged this social dance banquet—first, to let Yun Sheng shine, and second, to help her meet better people.
Aunt Jin said with a smile, “This banquet is hosted by Zhiying, and I’ve already asked her to take extra care of Shengsheng.”
Qin Mingqian nodded approvingly. “That’s good.”
In the banquet hall, crystal chandeliers sparkled like galaxies, illuminating the mingling guests. The elegant figures and shimmering attire were reflected in the towering floor-to-ceiling windows, while the gentle, melodious strains of a violin filled the air.
Wen Yunsheng presented her invitation and entered, scanning the crowd.
“Shengsheng!”
She turned and saw Lin Xi sitting on a sofa by the floor-to-ceiling window, waving at her.
Wen Yunsheng’s lips curved into a smile as she walked over. “Xiao Xi.”
Lin Xi’s eyes lit up. “Oh my goodness, Shengsheng, you look absolutely stunning today!”
“Aunt Jin specially dressed me up. It took two hours just to do my makeup.”
Wen Yunsheng rarely dressed so elaborately and felt a bit uncomfortable.
“Tsk, tsk, tsk. You look like a fairy descended to earth—what man wouldn’t be moved?” Lin Xi couldn’t help but marvel.
“Hmm?”
Lin Xi quickly laughed it off. “I mean, you’re too beautiful today, unmatched by anyone!”
Wen Yunsheng smiled. “You look very beautiful today too.”
Lin Xi pulled her to sit down. “The banquet hasn’t officially started yet. Let’s sit here for a while.”
Wen Yunsheng sat down and glanced at the guests mingling with wine glasses in hand. She asked, “Is Ji Beicun coming today?”
“He wouldn’t dare.”
“Why wouldn’t he dare?”
Lin Xi paused for a moment before saying, “Uncle Qin and Aunt Jin specifically arranged for you to attend this banquet. How could they possibly invite Ji Beicun?”
“Oh…”
Wen Yunsheng felt something was off.
Just as she was about to ask further, she noticed a group of people approaching.
“Are you Yun Sheng?”
Wen Yunsheng looked up and saw a woman wearing a pale purple strapless satin dress, her wavy hair cascading loosely over her shoulders like seaweed, her smile bright and radiant.
Wen Yunsheng couldn’t recall who she was at first but stood up anyway. “You are…”
The woman extended her hand with a smile. “It’s our first meeting. I’m Han Zhiying.”
She paused briefly before adding with a smile, “A friend of your brother’s.”
Compared to her earlier bright and confident smile, there was now a hint of shyness in her expression.Wen Yunsheng caught something but still extended her hand: “Hello, Miss Han.”
Lin Xi immediately tugged at Wen Yunsheng’s arm: “Tonight’s banquet is hosted by the Han family.”
“So that’s how it is.”
No wonder so many people were gathered around Han Zhiying.
Han Zhiying’s arrival turned the slightly secluded rest area where they were standing into the center of the banquet hall, and Wen Yunsheng naturally became the focus as well.
“No need to be so polite with me. You’re Yanchuan’s sister, which makes you my sister too. Yanchuan couldn’t make it today due to other matters, so it’s only natural for me to look after you. I’ve seen your photos—you’re even prettier in person. As expected of Yanchuan’s sister.”
Wen Yunsheng smiled shyly: “Thank you.”
She still didn’t fully understand the exact relationship between this Miss Han and Qin Yanchuan, but from the brief exchange, it was clear they were very close.
During the last family dinner, Grandmother mentioned arranging a blind date for Brother Yanchuan. It seemed highly likely that this Miss Han was a candidate to become Qin Yanchuan’s future wife?
“I heard you studied in the UK and even earned a dual master’s degree? So beautiful and so accomplished.”
Wen Yunsheng’s major was advertising design, but during her master’s studies, she also pursued business courses because she had plans to eventually start her own independent studio.
“I just wanted to do a bit more when I had the capacity.”
“No wonder Uncle Qin praised you for being diligent and sensible,” Han Zhiying said with a smile.
Wen Yunsheng had a gentle and reserved nature, but Han Zhiying was very sociable. Even though it was their first meeting, the atmosphere was not awkward in the slightest.
“Diligent or not, I don’t know, but calling her sensible is truly a joke.”
A mocking voice came from behind the crowd.
Wen Yunsheng looked up and saw Qin Jiawei stepping forward, sneering: “Who in all of Beijing doesn’t know the shameful story of Wen Yunsheng chasing after a man abroad? How much disgrace has she brought to our Qin family? And now, she’s putting on an act as the well-behaved girl.”