Marrying the Short-Lived, Maniacal Eldest Miss for Good Fortune 38

Chapter 38

“Don’t worry, I’ve been professionally trained. I guarantee I’ll provide perfect cover for you!”

Wang Quan’s face was tense. She waved her hand with great righteousness and secretly peeked into the fitting room.

Fang Yi was still changing. She refused to let anyone help her and had to struggle to put on the clothes by herself.

He Shuanghua sat opposite, raised her hand, and put on the black mask, a little curious. “What training?”

Wang Quan coughed and said with a serious face, “Three years of secret agent experience, I often rewatch James Bond’s movies, and I’m proficient in all kinds of detective novels!”

“…”

He Shuanghua was silent for a moment and smiled. “Quite interesting.”

Wang Quan chuckled and patted her chest confidently. “For better concealment, I’ve prepared two cars. One for going in, and the other for coming out. There are also two teams of decoys on standby. We can switch to an old Santana on the X62 highway.”

What is professional? This is professional! A must-have for Hong Kong movies!

Wang Quan held her head high, ready to be praised.

He Shuanghua frowned slightly. “No need. I have a car too. Fang Yi can just ride with me.”

“Why?” Wang Quan’s eyes widened. She felt that her hard work couldn’t be in vain and volunteered, “I think—”

He Shuanghua interrupted gently, “It might be a little too conspicuous with you and Fang Yi.”

Wang Quan: “I think it’s fine! Look, I’ve carefully selected a large mask. With this on, only my mouth is exposed.”

She unconsciously held up the jewel-encrusted golden mask in her hand, which sparkled brightly in the soft light.

“…”

Very good, very much in the Wang family’s style.

He Shuanghua suppressed her twitching brow and began to consider whether she should arrange for Wang Quan to be a little further away, and for them to pretend not to know each other.

Although she had considered everything very carefully, including changing cars and being surrounded.

But the problem was.

The two cars she had prepared were a LaFerrari Aperta and a Sweptail, both limited editions.

It was just short of sticking “My surname is Wang” on the car.

Z City was not short of rich people, but the Wang family was in a league of its own when it came to being rich and making sure everyone knew it.

As a rising star, the much-criticized “nouveau riche,” the Wang family’s aesthetic was on par with that of the Qianlong Emperor.

She didn’t even need to wear a mask. As soon as she got out of that car, everyone would know who she was.

If Fang Yi was both standing with her and very familiar with Wang Quan, with their social circles overlapping, it would be useless even if Fang Yi wore an Ultraman costume.

Wang Quan shrugged, her tone tinged with regret. “Sigh, it’s a pity my helicopter license hasn’t been approved yet. Otherwise, making an entrance in a helicopter, that would be high-end! It would definitely leave a deep impression on the big boss from Yanjing.”

The curtain of the fitting room was pulled open. Fang Yi said, “A helicopter? Be careful they don’t shoot you down.”

Wang Quan looked up and was stunned for a moment. “Who are you?”

Wang Quan screamed, “You are, you are, Mom, so those transformation videos are real!!!”

Fang Yi leaned against the wall with one hand. The wine-red evening gown outlined her slender figure. A wild rose was lightly dotted on her fair collarbone, and her whole body exuded a low-key elegance and confidence.

She had already put on the pure white mask. Above her high-bridged nose was a pair of light blue eyes. Her sharp jawline was slightly raised as she held out her hand to Wang Quan. “You really can’t tell?”

The colored contacts were also chosen by He Shuanghua, adding a curtain to the windows of the soul.

“Hehe, hehe,” Wang Quan’s face turned pink under the beauty’s gaze. She quickly stepped forward to support her. “Boss, why don’t you try speaking English? That would be even more charming. The main thing is to be high-end. I guarantee that even your fiancée won’t recognize you when she comes!”

“…” That would be too pretentious.

Fang Yi tugged at the hem of her clothes a little awkwardly and spun around a couple of times in front of the full-length mirror.

The person in the mirror was very beautiful, but there was a sense of disconnect between her body and her consciousness.

Wang Quan craned her neck to admire her and secretly raised her phone.

Fang Yi glanced over. “No pictures.”

“Aiya, what a pity, sigh!”

Wang Quan obediently complied and looked at her eagerly. “I think you look great like this, Boss. Why don’t you be the spokesperson for our game in the future? We can save a lot on endorsement fees~”

The smart little head of a merchant spun. Wang Quan narrowed her eyes. “Or you can come up with a stage name, a fake name, and make a name for yourself tonight. Take the mysterious, high-end route!”

“This way, we won’t have to worry about not having money in the future! If we’re short on funds, you can also go out and do some commercials for my mom, hehe.”

It was a pity that her golden thigh was looking at the mirror with a lack of interest, saying nothing.

Wang Quan blinked, and suddenly had a flash of inspiration. She slapped her thigh.

“Take a picture! You look so good. It would be a pity not to show it to your little sister-in-law. Young people like this kind of thing. You’ll charm her to death~”

Little sister-in-law.

A faint ripple appeared in the eyes under the mask. A barely perceptible smile appeared on her lips. “What are you calling her?”

Although she said so, she no longer stopped Wang Quan and even very casually straightened her waist, striking a sharp pose.

What a peacock secretly spreading its tail.

It seems the boss is still a closeted show-off.

Wang Quan’s smile was so wide it almost reached her ears. She frantically changed angles and pressed the shutter, only regretting that she hadn’t brought a camera with her.

A flash of amazement appeared in He Shuanghua’s eyes on the side. She stroked her chin and secretly admired her carefully matched masterpiece.

She was confident of victory tonight. Suddenly, she heard Fang Yi say, “Help me. Tie a dead knot here.”

Wang Quan: “Alright!”

Wang Quan took one end of the silk scarf and saw the not-yet-faded bite mark on Fang Yi’s neck. She said in surprise, “My goodness, Boss, what attacked you? Does it hurt?”

“Don’t ask,” Fang Yi said with a straight face, her face not red, her heart not pounding, and said righteously, “It’s a secret.”

He Shuanghua’s brow twitched. She quickly stood up and pressed down on Wang Quan’s guilty hands. “Why a dead knot?”

She took the silk scarf from Wang Quan’s hand and carefully tied a double bow, letting it hang softly on the side of her neck, becoming a part of the overall design.

“This is fine. It’s firm and beautiful. A dead knot won’t be able to be untied.”

Wang Quan raised her hand. “It’s fine. A dead knot is firmer. You won’t have to worry about losing it. You can use scissors to open it after you come out.”

“…”

What kind of logic is that? Afraid of losing it, but willing to cut it?

He Shuanghua finally understood why Fang Yi and Wang Quan could become good friends.

She twitched the corner of her mouth and softened her tone as if she were coaxing a child. “But it’s not safe. If someone grabs the silk scarf with a dead knot, wouldn’t you be trapped?”

Wang Quan had a sudden realization. “That makes sense! I forgot about that. Then let’s just leave it like this! We can keep it and use it as a bandage to stop bleeding in special situations.”

System: […]

#Masquerade Ball of the Full Martial Arts

#It’s a waste of your talent to be born in a peaceful era

It had thought that being ready for battle anytime, anywhere like the host was a very niche, chuunibyou behavior. It hadn’t expected that the thoroughbred and its connoisseur would appear together.

In the end, He Shuanghua still intercepted the two who were whispering and led them into the ballroom.

The organizer was very cautious. The main door required an invitation, and there were two security checks before entering.

Perhaps because of the presence of the young lady from the Yanjing Li family, this time, besides the local powers of Z City, there were also many second-generation heirs from surrounding prestigious families who had gotten the news.

With so many unfamiliar faces, and it being a masquerade ball, Fang Yi blended in and was not too conspicuous.

Fang Yi was holding the handbag where He Shuanghua kept the evidence.

Originally, she had been carrying it casually. After hearing that this small leather bag was actually worth several million, she silently put away the golden chain and held it in her hand instead.

After entering, she immediately found a position that was convenient for a panoramic view and nonchalantly observed who the people entering might be.

Wang Quan had indeed revealed her identity as soon as she entered. The golden mask had attracted many people to talk to her, and after a few words, they tried to exchange contact information with her.

The entire ballroom was like a direct recruitment for the rich.

Not long after, Fang Yi discovered Li Sinian, who had entered with Lin Qingwan’s arm in hers.

Although everyone present was a person of power and influence, their presence was still outstanding. They had a nonchalant smile on their lips and casually said something to the people who came to talk to them.

It was unknown if it was intentional, but Li Sinian was also wearing a black and white suit today, with a natural air of a playboy.

It was very similar to what Fang Yi had worn at the last banquet.

Fang Yi sneered.

She could also tell that this person must have secretly worn height-increasing insoles.

And Lin Qingwan was wearing a short, pink evening gown, cute and full of vitality.

Although they were dance partners, their clothes didn’t match at all, and they rarely communicated when they walked together.

He Shuanghua said softly, “So bad. They can’t even coordinate.”

Fang Yi looked down at her own red dress, then at He Shuanghua’s black one, and felt that her clothes matched Li Sinian’s quite well.

Haha.

This kind of thing, no.

A bad premonition rose in her heart. Looking at the smile on He Shuanghua’s lips, she always felt that she was hiding something from her.

Just at this moment, the host, Miss Jiang, appeared on stage.

As she walked to the center of the stage, the entire hall was gradually lit up, and the medieval paintings on the dome floated in the clouds.

Miss Jiang raised her hand slightly, and a sky full of fresh flowers fell from the arms of the statue of the Virgin Mary.

The champagne glass spun an elegant arc in her fingers. She raised her lips slightly, and her clear voice came through the microphone. “Everyone, may tonight be an unrepeatable carnival—”

The night of debauchery thus began.

A masquerade ball was already covered with a layer of unseen romance. Tonight’s rule was to randomly switch dance partners when the music changed.

It seemed like a condition, but for Fang Yi, there were actually two major problems.

First, she might not be able to tell when the “music changed.”

Second, she found that Li Sinian had also recognized He Shuanghua.

“…”

What a hellish start.

She didn’t know if the two of them had a radar installed on each other or what. After meeting eyes in the vast sea of people, they began to transmit strong emotional fluctuations.

He Shuanghua held Fang Yi’s arm, a graceful smile on her face. She ignored Li Sinian’s murderous gaze and was the first to join the center of the dance floor.

Fang Yi was not very good at dancing to begin with, and wearing these high heels was like a disabled person’s rehabilitation training, so stiff it was out of character.

All her energy was focused on the moment she met Li Sinian’s gaze. The lazy smile in her eyes condensed into a provocation, and she deliberately raised an eyebrow at her.

If there was anyone Fang Yi didn’t want to lose to, Li Sinian would definitely be at the top of the list.

She hated her without reservation, hated her promiscuity, hated her pretentiousness, and also hated her former identity.

Fang Yi didn’t care who had been Lin Shuxing’s fiancée before, but in the original book, she had hurt her. This was a debt.

He Shuanghua sensed that Fang Yi’s mood was not quite right, so she took advantage of holding her hand to get closer and whispered in her ear, “Relax. Just leave it to me.”

“When Li Sinian comes over, you can leave. I’ll think of a way for the Yanjing matter.”

Fang Yi: “But we haven’t seen that Miss Li yet. Shall we go and look for her on the side first…”

“No need.” He Shuanghua pursed her lips, a faint light in her eyes. “Miss Li didn’t come. Li Sinian will do.”

Fang Yi was slightly stunned, and her suspended foot accidentally stepped on He Shuanghua’s.

What do you mean, Li Sinian will do?

He Shuanghua winced in pain and frowned slightly, but her smiling voice still revealed a sense of pleasure. “She’s about to reach her limit. It’s time for her to come and beg me.”

Fang Yi: ?

Am I also a part of your play?

When the first note of the change in music sounded, He Shuanghua gently squeezed Fang Yi’s palm.

It was time to switch dance partners.

In the crowd, Li Sinian’s steps became more and more urgent.

Her gaze was firmly fixed on He Shuanghua, her eyes so hot they almost ignited the air.

How could He Shuanghua, how could she be so intimate with another woman!!

And a wild woman she had never seen before in Z City.

When did they meet? And what was their relationship?

She watched as they whispered intimately, and when it was time to switch dance partners, this wild woman was still unwilling to leave.

Who didn’t know that He Shuanghua was her lover?

Even if she had unilaterally broken up, she was still hers!

…

He Shuanghua noticed Li Sinian’s approach and nonchalantly moved Fang Yi behind her, saying softly, “You can go. This is enough.”

She was actually not sure if she could get the young lady from Yanjing Li to act, but she was sure that she could make Li Sinian act according to her wishes.

Li Sinian, burning with jealousy, would definitely find a way to prove to her her greatest charm—

Power.

He Shuanghua suppressed the smile in her heart and squeezed out a little sadness in her eyes.

However, just as she let go, she saw the dazzling red flash in front of her, and was actually pushed away by Li Sinian.

“…”

Fang Yi, in a red dress, didn’t have time to react. Her high heels stumbled, and with nowhere to find support, she subconsciously raised her hands to protect her vital parts just before she was about to fall.

Damn Li Sinian. She gritted her teeth and made another note of it in her heart.

Thud—

The expected pain did not arrive. Fang Yi opened her eyes in confusion and found a slender woman half-kneeling in front of her, her arms bent, protecting her in her embrace.

The other party was wearing a long, deep purple dress. The hem of her skirt dragged on the floor, but there was not the slightest bit of dishevelment.

A violet mask covered the upper half of her face, but her exposed red lips and slightly raised eyebrows exuded an undeniable air of nobility and arrogance.

She looked down at Fang Yi and gave a smile, with a faint sense of distance and pride, as if her bending her knee to protect her at this moment was just a casually bestowed favor.

A strange sense of familiarity made Fang Yi’s heart skip a beat. She almost blurted out her name.

But the woman spoke slowly, her voice clear and bright, completely different from the young lady’s slightly childish pride.

“Miss, are you alright?”