A Star Reborn: The Queen’s Return
chapter-774

A few days later.

In the evening, Li Lei sent his bodyguard Ah Nuo to deliver some things to Xia Ling.

She took them and opened the biggest gift box. She opened the exquisite kraft paper and took off the velvet and ribbon layers to reveal a light-colored long dress lying quietly inside. It was a formal dress made by a famous designer she did not know. With a smoky color, it was soft and elegant. Dotted with glittering diamonds, it had a mesmerizing charm.

There were also jewelry and high heels that matched the outfit.

Xia Ling looked at Ah Nuo. “What is this for?”

Ah Nuo lowered his head respectfully and answered, “This is the outfit that Young Master specially chose for you to wear during the banquet. There’s also one for Young Master Shaohui.” Since Su Tang and Tan Ying passively resisted his orders and gave trouble to Xia Ling, Li Lei stopped letting them handle affairs regarding her. Now, only his loyal bodyguard was responsible for affairs regarding Xiao Ling.

Ah Nuo and Xia Ling had known each other for years.

Xia Ling smiled. “It’s not like I can’t afford it.” She was no longer the little girl who just debuted from Skyart Entertainment training camp in order to repay millions of yuan of debt. Now, she had a net worth of hundreds of millions and had the behemoth Xia Family to protect her. Why would she need a man to send her these things?

However, Ah Nuo said, “Young Master was just thinking of you.”

She blinked and stroked the soft cloud-like material with her white fingers. It was obvious that Li Lei had chosen it with great care. The texture, color, and style all suited her.

She accepted the expensive gift and said, “Please thank your young master for me.”

“Young Master said you’re not an outsider, so you don’t have to thank him.” The strong bodyguard smiled gently.

Thus, Xia Ling smiled again. Yes, they were almost about to become a family.

She called Shaohui over and dressed him in the clothes that his father bought. The child looked very spirited wearing the pearl-white tuxedo. When he smiled, two dimples were revealed. He looked handsome and cute.

“Mom, do I look good?” He spun around in front of Xia Ling.

Xia Ling said, “Of course you look good. Remember, you aren’t allowed to tease the young girls, aunties or grandmothers during the banquet, ok?” This child inherited his father’s strong facial features. Coupled with his charming smile, he captured the hearts of young girls to old grandmothers.

Xia Ling felt that she was very sinful as she was raising the next generation of female killers.

Shaohui did not know about his mother’s thoughts and nodded seriously. “Ok, even if the sisters and aunts pinch my face, I won’t resist.” The adults loved to pinch his chubby face and never got tired of it.

Xia Ling was humored by him and gently squeezed his cheek. “Good.”

She took her child to the banquet location.

This banquet was held in Li Lei’s name. On the invitation, he said that a large piece of news would be announced during the banquet. All the celebrities and media representatives had arrived. Now, Second Young Master Li was the largest power in both the triad and music industry. Everyone was curious about what he wanted to announce and also did not dare to offend him.

When Xia Ling walked in, she saw Feng Kun.

Feng Kun asked, “Is this matter related to you?” When he was invited, the first thing he did was to get the list of invited guests and realized that besides the media, everyone else had personal relations to either Li Lei or Xia Ling. He was very smart and guessed it at once.

Xia Ling vaguely replied, “Tonight is a good day.”

Feng Kun was holding a glass of champagne. In the magnificent ballroom, his black suit looked refined and pleasing to the eye. “Are you finally getting married to Second Young Master Li?”

She laughed. “Do you think I’m someone who will easily get married?”

Feng Kun sized her up on purpose. “Second Young Master Li has already wrapped you around his finger and can easily get you.”

Xia Ling was annoyed and the two bantered for a while.

Wei Shaoyin also came over. When he saw her chatting with Feng Kun, he was very unhappy and walked over to join their conversation with his wine glass. “Xiao Ling, you should stay away from certain people. Be careful of being cheated.”

Xia Ling wanted to sigh. Oh Ah Wei, after fighting with Feng Kun for so many years, aren’t you tired? Luckily, Feng Kun is very calm. If he were as hot-headed as you, the world would have ended a long time ago!

She quietly looked at Feng Kun, the meaning in her eyes very obvious— I don’t care. You have to manage your rival yourself.

Feng Kun didn’t fail her expectations. As if he did not hear Ah Wei’s underlying intentions, he changed the subject. “Yes, Xiao Ling, you have to be careful tonight. Look over there.”

Xia Ling followed his line of sight.

Even Wei Shaoyin gave up trying to start an argument and looked over. “Su Tang? She is really dressed up today. What’s that for? Is Li Lei finally going to marry her?” He arrived too late and did not hear the conversation between Feng Kun and Xia Ling. Being very simple-minded, he guessed what would be announced tonight.

Xia Ling was so angry that she hit him with her elbow. “Hey! It’s more likely that Su Tang is going to marry you!”

“Don’t curse me!” Wei Shaoyin rebuked. “I hate scheming people the most!” Saying that he looked at Feng Kun. “It’s more likely that he will marry her! Two conspirators make a pair!”

Xia Ling was speechless.

Feng Kun was also taken aback. “Thank you?” Even his marriage was arranged by him.

Wei Shaoyin replied, “You’re welcome.”

The three of them took a new glass of champagne from the waiter’s tray and gazed at Su Tang from afar. Tonight, Su Tang’s makeup was very grand, and she was wearing a golden dress with a long trail. She looked extremely elegant and dignified like a bride. She mingled around with the guests in the crowd like a hostess.

Xia Ling silently looked at her lotus colored dress. She looked… like a mistress!

She gritted her teeth and cursed Li Lei in her heart. Seriously, did men have any appreciation of beauty at all? He obviously knew that her love rival would be here tonight, so why did he give her this inferior dress and her armor?!

If the master who designed this dress knew about this, he would really cry. He spent immeasurable effort on this dress, from the material selection to its design to the sewing. More thought was definitely put into this dress than Su Tang’s. This was why the result of this dress was amazing because it fluttered and suited her very much. It was extremely luxurious and suitable for many occasions. However… compared to the gold dress, this fairy-like dress lacked the aura of an empress.

Li Lei was an idiot.

After being the big boss of an entertainment company for so many years, why did he still not understand the battle between women?!