Chapter 193: Gown and Sweater
Translator: Dragon Boat Translation Editor: Dragon Boat Translation
This time, Song Yin didn’t wait for Fu Nian to arrive; her mind was elsewhere. When it was time, she hastily changed her outfit and left. She didn’t want to be seen with Song Fan; instead, she aimed to make a grand entrance herself.
Song Fan, unaware of her intentions, took her time and eventually made her way out of the room. Song Ting was already waiting in the living room and was taken aback when he saw Song Fan dressed in a sweater and jeans.
“Are you wearing this to the banquet?” Song Ting inquired.
Song Fan glanced at himself. “Why not? I find this outfit quite comfortable.”
Old Master Fu had mentioned that it was a chess event tonight, and she wanted to be at ease while dominating her opponents.
Song Ting was at a loss for words. This was a formal event with invitations, so it was expected that those attending would dress accordingly.
But before he could convince Song Fan to change, she raised her hand to halt him. “Don’t think I’ll change my attire. I’ll either wear this or not go at all. Don’t tell me it’s embarrassing to wear this.”
Song Ting had no choice but to let Song Fan get into the car. This was a chess-themed party, so dancing wasn’t part of the program.
Besides, Song Fan was right; her attire was by no means embarrassing. Regardless of what she wore, she was still the eldest daughter of the Song Family.
After enduring several days of turmoil, Song Yin shone brilliantly. The four-hour makeup session transformed her into an exquisite doll.
As she entered the Fu residence, all eyes were on her. Since half of the attendees at this banquet are chess players, many of them aren’t wealthy. Some even came dressed in their chess club attire.
Song Yin, in her lavish outfit, stood out among the crowd, like a swan among chickens.
Fortunately, a few ladies from wealthy families were also chess enthusiasts and wore evening gowns, so she didn’t appear entirely out of place.
But when Song Yin approached, even they were taken aback. They had never seen such a lavish dress before. The hem was adorned with fine diamonds, and the waist was decorated with large and small gems, making her look resplendent.
These young ladies discreetly stepped back and didn’t dare to stand beside Song Yin. They were concerned that if a gem or two fell on them, it would be troublesome. They weren’t lacking in money, but they didn’t want to spend it on such matters.
Song Yin thought that it was her beauty that made them envious, so they didn’t dare to stand by her side. She wore a brilliant smile as she faced everyone.
A man in a chess club T-shirt asked Old Master Fu, “She’s quite dazzling. I wonder whose daughter she is?”
Old Master Fu, very respectful to this man, replied, “This is Miss Song from the Song Family.”
“Didn’t you say you rarely win against Miss Song? Is she the one?” the man inquired.
Old Master Fu quickly clarified, “No, it’s not her. The one I mentioned is Song Fan, the eldest daughter of the Song Family. She was sent to the countryside to recover as a child, so she wouldn’t dress so conspicuously.”
Old Master Fu spoke rapidly, afraid that the man before him would misunderstand Song Fan.
Fu Nian also noticed Song Yin’s attire but didn’t give it much thought. He was eagerly waiting for someone at the entrance.
When Song Yin approached him and said, “Brother Fu Nian, thank you for inviting me. I had a new dress specially made. Do you think it looks good?”
Fu Nian, eager to see Song Fan, replied perfunctorily, “It’s nice.”
Song Yin beamed proudly and added, “My sister prepared a gown immediately upon receiving the invitation. I’m sure it’s even more exquisite than mine.”
She couldn’t fathom that Song Fan’s attire could surpass hers. Song Fan’s clothes must have seemed dull compared to her gown.
Just then, Song Ting’s car finally arrived at the entrance, and Fu Nian hurriedly went to welcome it.
Upon seeing Fu Nian’s reaction, Old Master Fu guessed that Song Fan had arrived. He said to the man beside him, “It’s probably my young friend.”
The man walked to the door with excitement, eager to meet Song Fan, who had been highly praised by Old Master Fu.
As the car door opened, Song Fan stepped onto the red carpet in canvas shoes, dressed in a simple sweater and jeans.
Song Yin widened her eyes in disbelief; she couldn’t believe that Song Fan had shown up in just a sweater and jeans. Her face bore no makeup, and she looked fresh and clean, as though she had just emerged from the water.
But even in this simple attire, she still captivated everyone with her beauty, not only due to her appearance but also the self-assured aura she exuded.