The Cannon Fodder Doesn't Want to Return to the Rich Family (Translated)

Chapter 55

Chapter 55

Soon, it was the day of Lu Yao's birthday.

At the banquet venue.

Lu Yao and Lu Qi, following their father Lu, greeted and sent off the guests with grace. The guests, whether sincerely or superficially, praised the two of them endlessly.

Although Xia Yue didn't receive an invitation herself, she managed to get into the Lu family's banquet by using an invitation from a male classmate who was allowed to bring a guest.

From the moment Xia Yue stepped into the banquet hall, her heart was already filled with resentment and jealousy.

Behind the villa where Lu Yao lived, there was another classic European-style building used mainly for hosting important banquets. The Lu family had hired a renowned professional team to handle today's event.

As soon as Xia Yue entered the banquet hall of the small building, she was greeted with a scene of dazzling splendor and extreme luxury. Seeing such opulence and the many distinguished guests who had come just to celebrate Lu Yao's birthday, Xia Yue felt a pang of bitterness.

Why did Lu Yao deserve such adulation?

Thinking about her own recent string of misfortunes, Xia Yue hated Lu Yao even more, gritting her teeth. If it weren't for Lu Yao's constant interference, she would have already won over Lu Qi and enjoyed the Lu family's wealth and prestige. Instead, she had to rely on someone else's invitation just to attend the banquet.

Even though Xia Yue was almost driven mad with jealousy, hardly anyone at the banquet cared about her feelings. Despite her online fame as a rich, beautiful, and academically talented young woman, she remained a minor figure in the eyes of the guests present.

Ms. Li was chatting with a charming mother-daughter pair when she suddenly waved to Lu Yao from a short distance, signaling him to come over.

Lu Yao greeted his father and walked towards Ms. Li.

Standing beside Ms. Li, Lu Yao asked softly, "Mom, is something wrong?"

Ms. Li smiled at him, "It's nothing serious. I just wanted to introduce you to Aunt Dong and your cousin Qian Qian."

Dong Yuanyuan, an internationally renowned photographer, had recently returned from abroad after shooting a fall-winter promotional campaign for a luxury brand. She was a long-time close friend of Ms. Li. Ruan Qian Qian, Dong Yuanyuan's only child, was currently studying at an elite girls' school abroad. Since the school was on break, she had come back to China with her mother for a few days.

Seeing Lu Yao's distinguished appearance, Dong Yuanyuan showed envy and said to Ms. Li, "Your Lu Yao is really impressive. His looks are on par with male models in the fashion industry, not inferior in the slightest."

Ruan Qian Qian agreed with her mother's comment. Having seen many wealthy second-generation individuals abroad, she found that Lu Yao's appearance and stature made him stand out wherever he went, like a spotlight.

Ms. Li knew that Dong Yuanyuan was straightforward and not one to flatter excessively. Therefore, she was pleased with the compliment and graciously accepted it.

Lu Yao smiled faintly, patiently standing by and listening to their conversation.

Noticing that Lu Yao and Ruan Qian Qian seemed uninterested in their topic, Ms. Li patted Lu Yao's hand. "Xiao Yao, why don't you take Qian Qian to explore other parts of the venue? You two are young and should have more in common."

The two of them, each holding a glass of juice, stood on the balcony chatting casually.

Although it was their first meeting, Ruan Qian Qian's cheerful and outgoing personality, along with her wide experience, allowed Lu Yao to gradually open up in conversation with her.