Chapter 1314

If Uncle was supposed to be a surprise, then for Baili Xia, it was far from a pleasant one.

She had long thought about it, perhaps in the end, the surprise would turn into a fright.

Unexpectedly, it turned out to be exactly as she feared.

Tonight, he was dressed in a casual outfit of deep black, his short hair slightly messy, carrying traces of weariness.

Had Uncle just arrived in Bei Miao?

Did he come straight to attend the Bei Family’s banquet as soon as he got here?

Yet, even with the aura of fatigue surrounding him, it did nothing to diminish his charisma.

In fact, the unruly short bangs added a touch of wildness to his aura.

He strode across the banquet’s gilded carpet, the night serving as his backdrop.

The deep black outfit draped fluidly against his form, merging seamlessly with him, making him resemble a panther stalking the night.

A predator, capable of identifying his prey at a single glance in any environment.

That sharp and piercing gaze suddenly shot over, locking directly onto Baili Xia.

Just moments ago, she still had some strength left, but now, her legs had gone weak!

It was just a glance—yet because of that glance, she was so terrified that she nearly stumbled and collapsed.

Mu Xiaoyao quickly caught her, his gaze lowering as he examined her slightly pale face, his thick brows furrowing slightly.

“I… I feel a little unwell,” Baili Xia took a deep breath, struggling to calm the chaos in her chest, forcing her heartbeat to settle just a little.

With unwillingness and resentment flashing in her eyes, she immediately glared at Mu Xiaoyao.

Stupid Brother!

He knew Uncle would attend the banquet tonight, yet he hadn’t given her a heads-up beforehand.

Leaving her to confront Uncle unexpectedly like this—it was a wonder she wasn’t scared unconscious.

Mu Xiaoyao’s long, dense eyelashes quivered faintly, he didn’t say a word.

Didn’t he know her temper by now?

If he had informed her Uncle would be here tonight, this girl would probably have refused to attend, no matter what.

But Uncle definitely wanted to see her.

To deny Uncle the opportunity to meet her, later on, Uncle’s icy gaze alone could cut him down.

Caught between the rock and the hard place, Mu Xiaoyao chose to stay silent, pretending not to notice the complaints flickering in her eyes.

Bei Tianyou went to greet Mu Xiaojiu, and for a moment, the lively scene at the banquet struggled to quiet down.

Especially the young women—all of them were fixated on Mu Xiaojiu’s absurdly handsome face, completely love-struck.

Baili Xia couldn’t resist glancing back.

Mu Xiaojiu was, as always, accompanied by Ye Hua.

But tonight, there was another person by his side.

Nangong Yun—the same woman who had just moments ago been arguing with them, throwing around tantrums like a shrew.

Now, she had plastered a dignified and elegant smile across her face, standing quietly at Mu Xiaojiu’s side.

Disgusting!

With acting skills like that, it’s a shame she didn’t pursue a career as an actress!

Baili Xia shot them a furious glare before pressing her lips together and withdrawing her gaze.

“Brother, I don’t feel well.

I want to go back and rest.”

Mu Xiaoyao looked a little conflicted, “But… shouldn’t you at least go say hello to Uncle first?”

He’s already here—leaving without greeting him would probably lead to Uncle killing him.

Baili Xia glared at him furiously.

Why was he so scared of Uncle?

Although she knew it wasn’t fear—it was respect for Uncle.

Still, did it have to be to this extent?

Then again, this was someone who could casually dictate even her brother’s marriage—how could she possibly expect him to stand up to Uncle alongside her?

Just thinking about it seemed laughably far-fetched.

“If you’re not leaving, then I’ll go. I’m not feeling well; I need to rest.”

Leaving those words behind, she turned and made her way toward the banquet’s back exit.