novelraw Chapter 437: It’s actually Ye Siyuan and Si Lisao? 2
Chapter 437: It’s actually Ye Siyuan and Si Lisao? 2
"Miss Bai, your sisterly affection truly runs deep."
The reporter complimented, immediately raising his camera, afraid to miss any perfect shot.
"Of course."
Bai Qingshui smiled with profound meaning.
Then she too went to dance. I’ll go to the dance floor, she schemed, and create romantic moments for Si Mingjing and Qu Liushang. For instance, Si Mingjing might accidentally fall, right into Qu Liushang’s arms... Best if at that instant, the peacock feather mask she wears, along with Qu Liushang’s mask, both slip off. The former fiancé saving the damsel, followed by an unexpected kiss! Such an accident would become prime gossip!
Thinking of that romantic scene, Bai Qingshui became exceptionally excited. I’m already anticipating tomorrow’s headlines in all the major media outlets will be that photo of the accidental kiss! By then, would Mo Yinhe, in Atlantis, seeing such an intimate photo of his sister and Qu Liushang, still remain calm?
"Beautiful lady, may I have the honor of dancing with you?"
"Sorry, I already have a partner."
Bai Qingshui declined several gentlemen who had invited her to dance, elegantly making her way toward a man conversing with someone else, her heart racing unconsciously.
Even though he’s wearing a mask and I can’t see his face clearly, I know it’s Crown Prince Lisao!
As soon as Crown Prince Lisao’s submarine entered Bai Family territory, Bai Qingshui had it watched, ensuring she knew what he would wear when he stepped out.
Si Lisao was dressed in a restrained, subdued black suit, matched with a silver-gray striped tie—impeccably stylish and exuding an air of serious yet low-key luxury.
He had no intention of asking anyone to dance. With a glass in hand, he was discussing politics, speaking eloquently with several other men also wearing masks.
At that moment, Bai Qingshui approached with a fluttering heart, taking the initiative to invite, "Sir, may I ask you for a dance?"
Si Lisao wanted to refuse.
His gaze casually swept over the lively dance floor and unexpectedly caught a glimpse of a fiery red figure. His deep eyes froze on the figure’s exposed back. His pupils narrowed slightly, as if doubting his own eyes, and he glanced over again.
Bai Qingshui was still earnestly inviting, "Sir, would you do me the honor?"
"Alright." Suddenly, Si Lisao agreed.
He led Bai Qingshui onto the dance floor.
Bai Qingshui’s heart soared with excitement.
This is the first time Si Lisao has danced with me! A masquerade ball is an excellent opportunity! she thought. Tonight, I’ll kill two birds with one stone. The reporters must also capture photos of me with Si Lisao...
Bai Qingshui’s expression rippled subtly with intrigue, and she was filled with great anticipation.
The dance floor was crowded with men and women, all thoroughly enjoying the grace of dance under the wonderful music. Tonight’s music was sentimental and moving, stirring romantic feelings in people’s hearts.
Qu Liushang, towering above the rest, watched the girl dancing with him, her fiery red gown swirling like flames.
The Bai family had informed him that Ajiu was wearing a fiery red gown tonight, so as soon as Si Mingjing entered the ballroom, his eyes had locked onto her. Indeed, his Ajiu outshone everyone else.
Although Mo Yinhe repeatedly said he would allow fair competition, in Yecheng, his chances to get close to Ajiu were slim; Mo Yinhe guarded her fiercely! Indeed, only when Ajiu came to Mu Continent could he be as he was at this moment, one hand clasping hers, the other wrapped around her waist, so intimate.
Right now, Ajiu’s dance is so stunningly beautiful, so wide and sweeping. Every step she takes lands right on my heart, Qu Liushang felt.
At that time, the crystal chandeliers in the hall gradually dimmed until only two beams of light remained. One focused on Si Mingjing in her fiery red dress, and the other on Bai Qingshui in her water-blue dress. It was as if the entire room’s attention was meant for these two women.
Understanding the cue, the others realized the opening dance was meant to introduce the evening’s main attractions and promptly exited the dance floor.
On the romantic dance floor, only two pairs eventually remained. Many people, having left the dance floor, gathered around its perimeter, guessing who the stars of the night were.
"I guess it’s the one in the red dress!"
"I think it’s the one in the water-blue dress!"
"Haha, how about we start a betting pool here? I’ll wager a crab that the woman in the water-blue dress is Si Mingjing!"
"I’ll bet two crabs on the red dress!"
"..."
Outside the dance floor, everyone jeered and joked. On the dance floor, however, the slow and lingering music suddenly changed to a rapid beat, and the dancers had to quicken their pace, putting their dancing skills to the test.
Fortunately, the two pairs on the dance floor were not flustered by such a change and coped with ease.
I will be the center of attention for the entire hall! Everyone will be astonished by my dancing! Bai Qingshui thought.
The lively three-step was her forte, and her water-blue dress fluttered elegantly on the dance floor, like flowing water.
Unknown to her, Si Mingjing, in the fiery red dress under the dazzling lights of the dance hall, moved with lively steps, her dance utterly captivating. It was like the rolling waves of the sea, rushing boldly forward and drawing everyone’s eyes to her.
Many were stunned and entranced, even forgetting about their crab bets. Especially with Bai Qingshui as a contrast, Si Mingjing’s performance was elevated to another level!
While Bai Qingshui’s dance was already stunningly beautiful and beyond reproach, Si Mingjing, in her fiery red dress, danced even more brilliantly, reaching the pinnacle of beauty! A beauty’s dance to captivate all onlookers!
This truly proved that a foil is needed to make the red flower stand out.
"Excellent!" Elder Madame Bai could no longer bother mingling with the older generation. She walked towards the dance floor. Tonight, my granddaughter in the fiery red dress is going to steal the show! This brings such glory to our family! she thought, her face beaming.
However, just as the dance was about to conclude, Bai Qingshui, also making wide and sweeping moves, accidentally stepped on the hem of the fiery red dress dancer’s gown.
The accident happened so fast it caught everyone off guard.
Si Mingjing’s body uncontrollably tilted backward. As she cried out in alarm, an arm reached out before the other could, just in time to support her waist!
Under the firm support of that arm, her body leaned back completely, almost horizontal upon it. One slender, long leg unconsciously lifted high, nearly forming a perfect split, causing her entire center of gravity to rest upon that supporting arm.
The mask on her head also fell off in the process, her hair, which had been up in a high bun, cascading down like a waterfall in an instant. That scene was both thrilling and stunning, the epitome of beauty.
Her arm, swinging out due to inertia, accidentally knocked off the man’s mask.
CLANG. The man’s mask followed suit, falling to the ground and revealing his dignified and handsome face.
Their eyes met. CLICK. A reporter captured the perfect moment.
Could it be Ye Siyuan and Si Lisao?