bookcurios Chapter 141 Birthday Gift
Chapter 141 Birthday Gift
Jiang Shiyuan finished washing up and walked to the dressing table and sat down.
"It's a blessing, not a curse. It's a curse that cannot be avoided."
"Today is my birthday, I still have to celebrate happily!"
She patted her fair and smooth face, trying to comfort herself.
Afterwards, Jiang Shiyuan put on a bright and elegant delicate makeup, with eyebrows like distant ink and lips like red vermilion.
Her fluffy, slightly curly black hair was fixed with a sparkling diamond crown, and she changed into the luxurious golden dress that Chen Xiangyun gave her.
Around her fair and slender neck, she wore a precious heart-shaped ruby necklace, and she looked as radiant as a royal princess.
It is worth mentioning that the small diamond crown and heart-shaped ruby necklace were birthday gifts mailed in advance by her brother and father respectively.
Looking at the refreshed self in the mirror, Jiang Shiyuan tried hard to keep smiling.
"Even if it's just to prevent my father and brother from worrying, I have to have a good birthday today."
After packing up, she went downstairs to have a simple breakfast, and then, together with Chen Xiangyun, who was also dressed up, began to prepare to welcome the guests who were arriving one after another.
Since Chen Xiangyun had previously given Jiang Shiyuan a valuable, latest-model black Citroen car, today she only prepared a small gift for Jiang Shiyuan, a French haute couture dress.
"Xiaoyuan, you really look like a little princess today!" Chen Xiangyun's eyes were gentle and she admired sincerely.
Jiang Shiyuan smiled and responded, "Auntie Xiang, the bright silver fishtail dress you are wearing today is also very beautiful!"
"I hope everything goes well at my birthday party today!" A hint of worry flashed in Jiang Shiyuan's eyes.
"I definitely will!" Chen Xiangyun held Jiang Shiyuan's hand and gave her a firm look.
Before the guests arrived, Jiang Shiyuan received blessing calls from his father and brother respectively.
"Happy birthday, Xiaoyuan!"
The father's deep voice came from the other end of the phone. Although it was a little tired, it could not conceal his love for his daughter.
"Thank you, Dad. You must take care of yourself!" Jiang Shiyuan's nose felt sore and he almost cried.
"Wish you a happy 22nd birthday, my dear sister!"
Her brother Jiang Shijia specially wished her well with all his heart, but he couldn't hide a trace of worry.
"Although my father and I cannot be with you on your birthday this year, you must be obedient and take good care of yourself."
"Brother, you have to be careful at all times. I'm still waiting to visit dad with you again!" Jiang Shiyuan warned, holding back tears.
After hanging up the phone, Jiang Shiyuan's eyes were already wet.
She took a deep breath and tried to calm herself down so as not to let her tears ruin her delicate makeup.
Regarding the guest list, Chen Xiangyun invited the Chen couple, while Jiang Shiyuan invited his godfather Du Ye, Chen Qingyan's siblings, Fang Lansheng, Gu Fangxun and Lao Huang.
At half past ten, the four members of the Chen family drove over together.
"Uncle, aunt, A'Yan, Brother A'Jing, welcome, welcome!" Jiang Shiyuan walked quickly to the porch and greeted them warmly.
The Chen couple gave Jiang Shiyuan a pair of imperial green jadeite bracelets, which were of better quality than the pair on Chen Xiangyun's wrists.
"Thank you, uncle and aunt!"
Jiang Shiyuan took the bracelet happily, and Madam Chen put it directly on her wrist, which made her look even more noble.
Chen Qingyan gave Jiang Shiyuan a South Sea gold pearl necklace. The golden pearls were plump and round, emitting a bright luster.
"Thank you, A'yan, this necklace is so beautiful, I like it very much!" Jiang Shiyuan hugged her warmly and praised her sincerely.
Chen Qingyan herself has a special liking for pearls. She bought this necklace specially at an auction and it is very valuable.
Chen Jing'an was suspected of taking advantage of the birthday party to smuggle some illicit goods, as he gave Jiang Shiyuan a pink diamond ring as big as a pigeon egg, which shone with dazzling light.
"Xiaoyuan, I picked this pink diamond ring especially for you. I hope you like it!"
Chen Jing'an looked at Jiang Shiyuan lovingly, and his proposal was obvious, but he never said it out loud.
Jiang Shiyuan was slightly stunned, then took the pink diamond with a smile.
"Thank you, Brother Jing. It must be hard to find such a big pink diamond!"
She just thought it was an ordinary birthday gift and put the pink diamond ring away.
Seeing this, a hint of disappointment flashed across Chen Jing'an's eyes, but he quickly returned to normal.
He knew that now was not the time to talk about marriage.
Afterwards, Fang Lansheng and the other two also came together.
Fang Lansheng is a famous Peking Opera actor known to every household in Shanghai. He learned from Master Mei, so there is no need for Jiang Shi to introduce him to everyone.
So, she only introduced Gu Fangxun and Lao Huang to Chen Xiangyun and the Chen family's four members respectively.
"This Ms. Gu is the owner of Sui'an Tailor-Made in the French Concession. She is a talented and famous fashion designer, and also a good friend of my mother when she was young."
"This Boss Wang is my partner in opening Ping An Pharmacy, and he is also a close friend of Boss Fang."
When Chen Qingyan saw that all the members of the Lantern Bearer team had arrived, her beautiful eyes lit up instantly.
When Chen Jing'an saw that Fang Lansheng was also invited, he couldn't help but twitch his lips in a bit of jealousy.
Fang Lansheng handed the sandalwood box to Jiang Shiyuan and sincerely wished her: "Ms. Jiang, I wish you a happy 22nd birthday!"
Jiang Shiyuan accepted the gift and smiled, "Thank you, Boss Fang, for turning down your performance today and coming to my birthday party!"
The gift Fang Lansheng sent was the handwritten script of the play "Mu Guiying Takes Command" that he and Master Mei created last month to boost morale in the fight against the Japanese pirates. It was very commemorative.
Jiang Shiyuan opened the sandalwood box and said in surprise, "Boss Fang, this gift is too precious. I am embarrassed to accept it!"
Fang Lansheng smiled gently and explained, "My master has heard about Miss Jiang's righteous act a long time ago. This gift is also a token of his love. I hope you like it."
The gift that Gu Fangxun gave was an exquisite round fan she made herself using Suzhou embroidery and kesi techniques. It was embroidered with a pattern of birds paying homage to the phoenix, symbolizing a happy reunion.
"Thank you, Aunt Fang. This round fan is truly a work of art. I'm so sorry for your trouble!"
Jiang Shiyuan couldn't let go of the round fan, his eyes full of emotion.
Old Huang gave her a mutton-fat jade locket, which was crystal clear and soft to the touch.
Jiang Shiyuan looked grateful and said, "Thank you, Uncle Wang. I will treasure this peace locket."
"Ms. Jiang Er, happy birthday. May you have peace and happiness throughout your life!" Old Huang said with a smile.
At this moment, Mr. Du also walked in, and along the way he couldn't help but admire the luxury of Jiang Mansion.
Seeing this, Jiang Shiyuan hurried over to greet him, "Godfather, you're here!"
When Master Du saw his adopted daughter running towards him with her skirt lifted up, he couldn't help but smile from ear to ear and repeatedly reminded her, "Hey, little birthday girl, walk slower!"
Jiang Shiyuan obediently took Master Du's arm and smiled sweetly, "It's okay, I'm so happy to see you here, godfather!"
Everyone knew about Mr. Du's reputation in Shanghai and even in the entire South China. Everyone present nodded to him and greeted him warmly.
After responding to each one, he turned and waved toward the porch.
I saw a young man dressed in black, with a strong build but handsome face, walking into the living room holding a pile of gifts.
Jiang Shiyuan turned his head and asked in confusion: "Godfather, I wonder who this person is..."