Chapter 1308

Clothes really do make the person.

Baili Xia was already pretty in her usual attire, but it was the kind of delicate beauty of a quiet maiden.

When dressed up, however, she unexpectedly showed a dazzling and glamorous side.

Even Nangong Xu was caught off guard by this transformation.

Many of the men present were itching to approach, eager to strike up a conversation with this stunning beauty whose origins were unknown.

However, there were two Guardian Gods constantly by her side, giving these men no chance whatsoever.

Bei Tianyou, who was standing with several elders, walked over and gave Baili Xia a once-over.

His gaze ultimately landed on the high heels she wore.

“Are you comfortable? Do they hurt?”

She wasn’t used to wearing high heels.

When he delivered the outfit to her this afternoon, he learned she didn’t even own any shoes.

These high heels were the pair he had sent to her earlier in the day.

“It’s fine, though I’m not completely used to them,” Baili Xia said with a smile, indifferent about the matter.

She barely recognized anyone at the banquet, save for a few faces from the Bei Family she’d seen before.

Just as she stood there for a moment, an elegant figure suddenly glided toward her.

“I was wondering who could be staying at Brother’s Bi Luo Pavilion. Turns out it’s such a stunning beauty.”

A girl of about twenty-four or twenty-five walked over gracefully, her eyes resting on Baili Xia with a gaze imbued with some unknown aura.

“Brother hasn’t been close to any woman all these years.

I see now—it’s because his standards are just too high.”

“This is my younger sister, Yulin.

She just got back today,” Bei Tianyou introduced blandly.

Baili Xia nodded.

“Hello, Miss Bei.”

Luckily, she didn’t have the habit of extending her hand for a greeting, as Bei Yulin clearly had no intention of shaking hands.

With a sharp gaze sweeping over Baili Xia, Yulin let out a smirk.

“Indeed, very beautiful.”

Even someone as picky as her could find things to admire.

There wasn’t much to criticize.

No wonder Mr.

Bei, who had avoided women for so many years, made an exception and allowed her to move in.

“But… your chest is a bit small, isn’t it? My guess is it doesn’t even reach a C.” She tilted her head and looked at Bei Tianyou.

“Brother, satisfied?”

Baili Xia froze, her face instantly flushing red.

This Miss Bei actually spoke so bluntly!

It was rare to encounter such a candid aristocratic lady.

She had assumed that these daughters of wealthy families at least pretended to be elegant on the surface.

And Bei Yulin’s sharp gaze—was it really necessary to be this piercing?

She could even discern Baili Xia was a B-cup at a glance.

Noticing that the men around her had no reaction, Baili Xia couldn’t resist turning to look.

Only then did she realize Mu Xiaoyao was gone.

Brother has disappeared… Could he have been lured away by some woman—no, by some handsome guy at the venue?

He had left without saying a word, without any sign or notice.

She turned to glance at Nangong Xu again, who merely stared silently toward the entrance, seemingly oblivious to the conversation happening right here.

Is someone important coming tonight?

Was her mentor waiting for someone?

Up ahead, Bei Tianyou cleared his throat softly, casting a faint glance at Bei Yulin.

“She’s Mr.

Nangong’s cousin and also his disciple.

Watch your words.”

“Mr.

Nangong?” Bei Yulin’s gaze shifted to the man behind Baili Xia.

The man had long hair casually tied behind him, his back facing her, making it impossible to see his face.

She was aware a distinguished guest was visiting the family, and everyone was addressing him as Mr.

Nangong.

If this person was indeed Nangong Xu, wasn’t it a bit rude of him?

They were discussing him, and yet he hadn’t even spared her a glance!