CHAPTER 362: CHAPTER 362

Yu Man’s smile instantly froze, and she became visibly uncomfortable.

Really, the last thing she wanted was to see Jiang Moxi at an event like this.

Especially since Jiang Moxi was dressed in a very plain wool sweater, jeans, and canvas shoes.

With such an outfit, it was clear that she wasn’t an invited guest, but rather someone there to serve.

Even if Jiang Moxi’s face was presentable, her serving as a waitress here would only bring shame upon their entire family.

Seeing that Jiang Tairan and the others were about to head in that direction, Yu Man, afraid of them seeing Jiang Moxi, suggested, "Why don’t we go greet Mr. Wang first?"

Mr. Wang was Ling Yinan’s secretary, standing at the opposite end of the entrance.

As long as Jiang Tairan agreed, they could avoid running into Jiang Moxi.

However, just as Jiang Tairan was deciding which wealthy family head to greet first, Xiao Qingyun suddenly exclaimed, "Hey? Isn’t that Moxi? How come Moxi is here too? Big brother, sister-in-law, did you invite her?"

Consequently, the Jiang family members all followed Xiao Qingyun’s gaze and saw Jiang Moxi looking around at the entrance.

Jiang Tairan sized up Jiang Moxi’s attire with growing disappointment.

The last time Jiang Moxi was decently dressed, she was only able to attend such an event as Fu Youhan’s private companion due to his disability.

And this time, was Jiang Moxi wearing her usual shabby clothes because she was invited?

Right, Jiang Tairan and the other Jiang family members all thought that Jiang Moxi, dressed like that, was definitely there to serve.

So, Jiang Tairan quickly conveyed his thoughts.

"Pretend not to recognize her, even if she greets us, don’t respond. We must not disgrace the entire family at such an important event."

As soon as Jiang Tairan finished speaking, the others from the Jiang family nodded in agreement.

Including Jiang Guosheng and Yu Man, Jiang Moxi’s biological parents.

Tonight, they planned to use Jiang Weiwei and Lady Suchen’s good relationship to climb to a new level in life.

They didn’t want to lose this rare opportunity because of Jiang Moxi’s embarrassment!

Xiao Qingyun also nodded but couldn’t help whispering to her husband, Jiang Jianzhong, "It’s not Moxi’s fault that she is working here. Aren’t we being too harsh by treating her this way?"

Jiang Jianzhong replied, "So what if it’s harsh? After all, we are not her parents, and we have no right to interfere."

Xiao Qingyun nodded and said no more.

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On the other side, as soon as Cang Ming was brought into the venue by Jiang Moxi, he couldn’t help but ask, "A business cocktail party?"

"Yes, but you just need to stay by a young girl’s side," Jiang Moxi replied. She had also seen the Jiang family at the party venue, looking coldly and displeased at her.

Fortunately, they quickly averted their gazes as if Jiang Moxi were some plague and they were terrified of catching this terrible disease.

Jiang Moxi knew all too well that these money-oriented people were afraid that if she spoke to them while working here, it would embarrass them.

But this was just fine for her. Ever since she used the Emerald Necklace to sever her affection from the Jiang family, she had no desire to have any involvement with them.

As Jiang Moxi withdrew her gaze, Cang Ming sheepishly waved his hand, "I’ll need to discuss the price range with my agent first."

After dropping this remark, Cang Ming intended to turn away.

But just as he turned around, Jiang Moxi grabbed his hoodie.

Cang Ming, annoyed, said, "Stop that, please! I really don’t like to feign affection and sell smiles in places like this."

Jiang Moxi, her expression cool, countered, "Isn’t what you do on the big screen the same? Why the pretense?"

"I have no choice but to make a living," Cang Ming replied with an awkward smile.

"Do I need to give you a good beating first, and then reveal that your parents aren’t divorced, your family is harmonious, you have no debts, and you’re actually the rumored wealthy second generation?"

Jiang Moxi coldly looked at Cang Ming, who hastily tried to appease him with a smile: "Dad, don’t take it seriously, I was just being melodramatic just now."

Then, Cang Ming very actively tugged at Jiang Moxi: "Where’s the girl who needs my company? I can’t wait to start entertaining her."

Jiang Moxi watched Cang Ming’s seamless transition and disdainfully shook off his hand, walking directly towards the lounge that Ling Hua had mentioned in their messages earlier.

Cang Ming dared not delay and hurriedly followed.

The scene of Jiang Moxi and Cang Ming, one in front of the other, walking through the banquet towards the inner lounge was captured by Jiang Weiwei.

Jiang Weiwei was startled, puzzled: why is Jiang Moxi dressed like this at the reception? And who is that man behind her? He doesn’t look like the man from the hotel balcony before!

However, it was good that Jiang Moxi was there; she could take the opportunity to belittle her in front of Suchen.

Right then, Jiang Tairan led the other members of the Jiang Family to greet Suchen.

"Lady Suchen, long time no see. Weiwei has been staying at your place recently, we truly appreciate your kindness."

Jiang Tairan, ever the sly fox, even purposely raised his voice, ensuring that everyone around could hear that Weiwei had been living at Suchen’s house recently.

As expected, many people began to discreetly scrutinize Jiang Weiwei.

They initially thought that this girl was only invited by Suchen to accompany her, but now realizing she was living at Suchen’s house hinted that she might soon become Suchen’s foster daughter.

Jiang Weiwei felt the envious gazes around her and immediately understood Jiang Tairan’s intention, quickly nodding in acknowledgment with a smile.

Suchen didn’t quite appreciate Jiang Tairan’s overt flaunting and frowned slightly.

Still, with her good upbringing, she merely smiled and said: "Actually, there’s no need for thanks. Over the years, I’ve helped quite a few homeless girls. I hope through my good deeds, someone would offer my daughter an umbrella when it rains."

This comment left Jiang Tairan and the rest of the Jiang Family somewhat perplexed.

Was Suchen sheltering Jiang Weiwei just to accumulate virtues for her own daughter?

Was it not because she liked Jiang Weiwei and wanted to make her her foster daughter?

Jiang Weiwei also felt that the conversation between Suchen and Jiang Tairan could potentially expose certain truths.

Thus, she quickly changed the subject: "Mom, I think I just saw Moxi. Is she coming today too?"

As soon as Jiang Weiwei finished speaking, the faces of the Jiang Family members darkened.

Unexpectedly, everyone had just agreed to avoid any mention of Jiang Moxi, yet Jiang Weiwei had pointedly brought her up.

Especially Yu Man, who was truly frightened at the thought of others knowing she had another daughter working at the reception.

This would completely embarrass her.

So she could only say: "You must have seen wrong."

But Jiang Weiwei persisted: "I don’t think I’m mistaken, Moxi just went into that lounge with someone. Mom, Moxi hasn’t been home for a long time, I really miss her, let’s go find her."

In that moment, Yu Man couldn’t help thinking, Jiang Weiwei was so insightful, understanding Jiang Tairan’s intentions with just a look, then why did she insist on dragging Jiang Moxi into the conversation in front of her?

Even though Yu Man was irate, in front of Suchen, she dared not cause a scene, only managing to suppress her anger.

"If you really want to see her, when we get back, I will let you see enough of her."

Jiang Weiwei, seeing Yu Man’s expression, knew she had annoyed her.

If she brought up the topic related to Jiang Moxi now, Yu Man might even throw her out of the house when they got home, to fend for herself like Jiang Moxi.

Therefore, Jiang Weiwei chose to keep quiet, as her goal of shifting the focus had been achieved, she did not wish to discuss Jiang Moxi anymore.

However, what Jiang Weiwei and the rest of the Jiang Family didn’t anticipate was that, while they had all tacitly stopped talking about Jiang Moxi, Suchen took the initiative to bring her up.

"Moxi? Your family has another girl named Moxi? What does she look like; do you have a photo to show me?"