Chapter 944: Xiao Yang Is a Village Girl?

Editor: Henyee Translations

“That’s true. With the Xiao family’s genes, Xiao Yang shouldn’t be too bad.”

Qin Shuzhen’s words were met with agreement from many, but there were also dissenting opinions.

“Who knows? Even though the Xiao family has good genes, we can’t be sure how this child will turn out if no one disciplines her. We don’t know what kind of upbringing she has received.”

“Exactly. Many of us had various tutors and resources from a young age to develop experience, knowledge, and self-restraint. The Xiao family has only just held a family recognition banquet; they probably haven’t had time to properly raise Xiao Yang.”

“If she proves to be lacking, the Xiao family might end up embarrassed today.”

Although the aristocratic families had interacted with one another over time, their relationships were complex, and some were eager to see the Xiao family face difficulties.

Not only were the wealthy wives discussing this, but the younger members of the wealthy families were also gathered, sharing their thoughts. As Xiao Yang was of the same age and in the same social circle, they would likely have future interactions.

Moreover, Xiao Yang was the only daughter in the Xiao family and held a high status, which led many girls from wealthy families to feel disdainful towards her.

“I wonder where the Xiao family found their eldest daughter. From a pheasant to a phoenix—can she really mingle with us?”

This comment came from Su Ying’er, the second daughter of the Su family, one of the Eight Great Clans. Her tone dripped with condescension and contempt when speaking about Xiao Yang.

She then turned to Feng Xiaoxiao, the eldest daughter of the Feng family, and asked in a fawning tone, “Sister Xiaoxiao, your family is well-informed. Have you heard any details?”

The Su family, as one of the Eight Great Clans, and the Feng family, part of the four aristocratic families, were both known for their insider knowledge.

Feng Xiaoxiao, the eldest daughter of the Feng family, was renowned for her beauty and refined demeanor. She was often likened to a snow lotus—untouchable and revered—and was publicly acknowledged as a goddess in the industry.

Feng Xiaoxiao had little interest in the discussion about Xiao Yang and didn’t concern herself much with the eldest daughter of the Xiao family.

When Su Ying’er inquired, Feng Xiaoxiao casually swirled her red wine and responded, “I’ve heard a bit. The Xiao family has been searching for someone in a remote mountain village recently.”

Su Ying’er’s eyes widened in shock. “A mountain village?! Isn’t that essentially a village girl? If she wasn’t accepted by the Xiao family, she’d be from a completely different world than ours!”

The others were equally surprised, and the discussion grew more animated.

“A village? I heard Xiao Yang is almost 19 years old. Don’t tell me she even has children?”

“That’s unlikely. If she had a child, the Xiao family wouldn’t have been able to maintain their dignity, let alone host a public banquet. At her age, she should have graduated from high school by now. I’m just curious about which university she attends.”

Su Ying’er sneered and added, “University? Maybe it’s just a junior college. The education conditions in those places can’t compare to what we have in the capital.”

The four aristocratic families were on equal footing, and with the Su and Feng families being close, there was no need for Su Ying’er to curry favor with the Xiao family. Hence, her remarks were quite blunt.

While others didn’t dare openly criticize her, Su Ying’er’s comments left a negative first impression of Xiao Yang, making it easy for others to look down on her.

Not long after, Gu Yang, accompanied by Xiao Yize, Lin Ran, and others, was escorted into the banquet hall.

Her entrance caused quite a stir.

“Who is that stunning woman in the yellow dress?”

“I just saw Ruan Chu and Qiao Xuan. Could she be another female celebrity?”

“Female celebrity? Didn’t you see Young Master Xiao helping her with her skirt? How many women in the capital receive such treatment? That’s clearly the eldest daughter of the Xiao family, Xiao Yang!”

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