A Beijing socialite stole my boyfriend; she went crazy after I got married.

After the signing ceremony, Jiang Chu entered the dignified state banquet hall.

The hall was brightly lit, with a huge crystal chandelier hanging from the dome, illuminating the entire space like a glass palace.

The long table was covered with a snow-white jacquard tablecloth, and every arrangement followed the strictest international diplomatic etiquette standards.

The silver cutlery is neatly arranged, and the hand-carved crystal glasses refract a delicate shimmer under the light.

The center of the table is decorated with a Chinese-style flower arrangement meticulously designed by a top florist. The four gentlemen of plum blossom, orchid, bamboo and chrysanthemum are arranged in a pleasing and orderly manner, which has both the oriental artistic conception and the solemnity and grandeur.

Jiang Chu took a deep breath and quickly reviewed the precautions in her mind.

It was her fiancé who told her.

"...The seating arrangement there is very particular. Just follow me; the concierge will guide you. Once seated, pay attention to the actions at the head table..."

"When offering a toast, a small sip is enough to show respect."

"Please refrain from making any noise during the meal, and handle your knife and fork gently. If you need to leave your seat, please wait until after the main course and dessert. But please try not to leave my side for too long."

"besides--"

Xie Jing pinched her cheek, his tone slightly mischievous, "Eat if you have an appetite; their chef is really skilled."

"Miss Jiang, please take a seat here."

Jiang Chu collected her thoughts.

A dignified and elegant lady-in-waiting led her forward.

Jiang Chu sat down gracefully, placing her hands naturally on her knees, her back ramrod straight.

Soon, as everyone took their seats and gave speeches, the banquet officially began.

The first dish was their signature cold platter.

Crystal shrimp jelly, spiced smoked fish, poached chicken, and braised goose liver—each dish is sliced ​​extremely thin and arranged in an exquisite petal shape, creating a plating effect resembling a three-dimensional Chinese painting.

Jiang Chu gently picked up a piece of shrimp jelly with a small silver fork. It melted in her mouth, fresh and sweet, without any fishy smell.

The second dish is the classic Buddha Jumps Over the Wall.

The moment the waiter gently lifted the lid of the blue and white porcelain cup, a rich and mellow aroma wafted out.

The soup is golden and clear, containing carefully selected abalone, sea cucumber, fish maw, shark fin, dried scallops, and shiitake mushrooms, simmered for a full eight hours with Shaoxing wine and top-grade broth.

Jiang Chu scooped up a spoonful, blew on it gently to cool it down, and then put it in her mouth.

For a moment, she almost couldn't help but let out a satisfied sigh.

The broth is incredibly rich and flavorful, so delicious that it makes your tongue tremble. The sea cucumber is soft, chewy, and tender, while the abalone is plump and juicy. Every bite is the essence of top-quality ingredients.

She couldn't help but turn to look at Xie Jing.

The man next to her was holding a wine glass, talking quietly with the German Finance Minister across from her, his expression calm and focused.

Seemingly noticing her gaze, he turned his head, a hint of a smile flashing in his deep eyes.

The third dish is squirrel-shaped mandarin fish.

The whole mandarin fish is sliced ​​into decorative shapes, fried until golden and crispy, and drizzled with a sweet and sour tomato sauce. It is shaped like a fluffy little squirrel, lifelike and vivid.

The fish is crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. With each bite, the crispy exterior and the delicate fish interior create a wonderful contrast in texture.

This is not just about the top-quality ingredients, but also about the ultimate pursuit of cooking time, seasoning, and plating by countless top chefs.

Each dish embodies the essence of traditional Chinese cuisine while also catering to the tastes of international guests, achieving a true fusion of East and West, appealing to both refined and popular tastes.

The next few seafood feasts all earned Jiang Chu's full marks in her mind.

For dessert, there was a combination of osmanthus cake and almond tofu, which was sweet but not greasy and melted in your mouth, perfectly bringing this feast for the taste buds to a close.

The entire dinner lasted for nearly three hours.

When the last tea and snacks were cleared away and the atmosphere gradually shifted to free conversation, Jiang Chu finally breathed a sigh of relief.

However, her relief did not last long.

As the only family member Xie Jing brought with him tonight, and such a young and striking new face, he naturally attracted a lot of attention from those present.

Several elegantly dressed diplomats' wives and wives of multinational corporation chairmen, holding champagne glasses, walked towards Jiang Chu with smiles.

Seeing this, Xie Jing also retreated to Jiang Chu's side.

He didn't take the initiative to speak on her behalf, but instead introduced her to the wife of a commercial attaché in front of him:

"Mrs. Anna, this is my fiancée, Jiang Chu."

"Oh, Miss Jiang, it's so nice to see you."

Mrs. Anna smiled and said, "Your cheongsam tonight is absolutely gorgeous! The gold embroidery reminds me of the Oriental art pieces in the Paris museums—it's stunning!"

Jiang Chu smiled. "Thank you for your praise, Mrs. Anna. Chinese gold weaving has a history of over a thousand years. If you are interested in this traditional fabric, I can take you to an intangible cultural heritage workshop in the suburbs of Beijing to experience the charm of Suzhou embroidery and kesi (silk tapestry) firsthand next time."

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In another city, Chen Qingxue stared blankly at the television screen and the dining table in front of her.

That face...

Even with the most exquisite makeup and styling, even with a complete transformation in one's aura—

But as a mother, Chen Qingxue recognized her at a glance!

That's Jiang Chu!

It really is Jiang Chu!!

Chen Qingxue thought in disbelief.

—When she spoke to her daughter on the phone two weeks ago, she didn't really believe what Jiang Chu said.

She prided herself on understanding her daughter and didn't think Jiang Chu could marry any important person.

Therefore, Chen Qingxue always felt that Principal Wang's son was the best choice for Jiang Chu.

"Hey, who's that lady next to Chairman Xie? She's really pretty. With that air about her, she's definitely a young lady from a wealthy family. Standing next to Chairman Xie, they're a perfect match."

Wang Jian was still drinking beer and smacking his lips as he commented.

Chen Qingxue turned her head. "You don't know her?"

Wang Jian curled his lip. "These rich heiresses don't usually show their faces in public. How would I know them?"

but--

He stared at the screen intently, feeling that it looked familiar, but he couldn't quite place it.

Wang Jian had only met Jiang Chu a few times. He remembered that the girl was very beautiful, but she was impetuous and always looked impatient.

Now, with the alcohol taking effect, looking at the elegantly smiling woman on the screen, I felt dizzy and couldn't understand what was going on.

"Mom! Can't we change the channel?! It's so boring!"

Wang Xiaobo was still shouting at the top of his lungs.

"Yeah, this lady's clothes are so weird, I want to watch cartoons!"

Wang Xiaomin also joined in the commotion.

Chen Qingxue stared blankly at the screen. Under the watchful eyes of countless national dignitaries, the chairman of Tianyu was whispering gently to Jiang Chu.

For a moment, she almost fainted.

"..."

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