Chapter 557: Chapter 557: Party
Ariel successfully pissed off Miss Ding.
"Why so petty? She left after just a few words," Ariel pouted and complained.
"My little princess, every word out of your mouth is a jab, and you wonder why people leave!" Xu Ke chuckled and pinched Ariel’s cheek.
"She could have retorted! It’s not my fault if she’s too weak. Isn’t this kind of thing supposed to be a back-and-forth? Is she allowed to speak and I’m not allowed to fight back?" Ariel glared at Xu Ke.
"See, I just said one thing to you, and you’ve already replied eight times. Definitely can’t mess with you," Xu Ke joked, making a placating face.
Successfully making Ariel laugh.
The dress was chosen, leaving makeup and hairstyle.
Ariel was naturally beautiful with deep features, giving the makeup artist little to work with. Even with just light makeup, she was stunning.
"You’ll be the most beautiful woman tonight," Xu Ke complimented Ariel with a smile as she placed her hand in his palm.
"Of course, no need for you to say!" Ariel playfully winked, enjoying Xu Ke’s praise.
With the invitation, they entered the venue and immediately recognized a few familiar faces.
"Wow, look at that guy over there. I just saw him on TV a couple of days ago. Seems he’s some kind of macho leading man," Ariel tugged Xu Ke’s arm and pointed.
"Didn’t expect it to be so lively tonight. Do you think if I go ask for an autograph, he’d give it to me?" Ariel wondered aloud.
Just as Ariel was excited, a hand gently pinched her chin, redirecting her gaze from the macho star.
"Am I not more handsome than him? Isn’t having me enough for you?" Xu Ke, sounding a bit jealous, brushed his thumb over Ariel’s lips.
Tonight, Xu Ke had styled himself for the party, sporting an idol-like hairstyle and gold-rimmed glasses, making him look both handsome and a bit aloof.
But now, this aloof-looking man was full of jealousy, his eyes only seeing Ariel.
"Are you jealous, baby?" Ariel widened her eyes in surprise at her discovery.
"No, I’m just asking you a question," Xu Ke said, his ears slightly flushed.
Ariel, sharp-eyed, noticed Xu Ke’s red ears and smiled like crescent moons, "You won’t admit it, but your ears gave you away. Is this the first time you’re jealous for me? It feels kind of nice." Boldly, Ariel reached out and pinched Xu Ke’s cheek.
Caught red-handed by Ariel, Xu Ke felt the heat spreading across his face, knowing full well how red he must be without needing a mirror.
"You got me. I am jealous, so please don’t look at other men or think about getting their autographs. If you like, I’ll sign for you when we get back, as many as you want and wherever you want." Xu Ke said, his face flushed, giving in completely.
"Alright, I’ll listen to you. I won’t ask for it," Ariel readily agreed.
"Baby, you’re so cute when you’re jealous." Ariel left a lipstick mark on Xu Ke’s collar, her eyes alight with mischief.
"Don’t do that, let’s talk about it when we get home." Xu Ke felt himself burning under Ariel’s gaze, regretting that the location wasn’t right.
Ariel and Xu Ke were unfamiliar faces at the party, but since many celebrities were invited, their presence was not surprising. However, they still stood out, as their looks were top-tier even in the entertainment industry, and their aura was something ordinary stars couldn’t compare to. The two were exceptionally distinguished in the crowd, as if they carried their own spotlight.
Soon, the first person to strike up a conversation appeared.
"You both seem to be here for the first time. Which seniors from the entertainment industry are you?" The one initiating the conversation was a freshly debuted young star from a talent show, unfamiliar with many in the entertainment circle.
Logically, with his level of experience, he shouldn’t have been able to attend such a high-profile event. It was only through his manager’s extensive connections that he managed to get in, hoping to network with big names and advance his career.
The young star had been at the party for quite a while, unnoticed due to his lack of fame, and the targets he approached for conversation always left after a few words.
Luckily, he wasn’t discouraged, exemplifying a resilient spirit in the face of repeated failures.
Noticing Xu Ke and Ariel, who stood out from the rest, he decided to try his luck, leading to the moment he approached them.
"We’re not from the entertainment industry," Xu Ke replied coldly.
"Oh, sorry, I didn’t know. You both look so outstanding; I thought you were some senior personalities in the industry. My apologies, truly sorry." The young star realized his mistake and wore an apologetic look.
"That’s okay, ignorance is no crime."
The young star thought his way of initiating a conversation was subtle, but to Xu Ke, it was rather amateurish, typical of an entry-level beginner. Still, attending the party was just to appease Ariel’s boredom, so Xu Ke didn’t dismiss him, instead exchanging a few words.
Xu Ke’s unexpectedly polite demeanor surprised the young star, given Xu Ke’s outfit and seemingly aloof presence, one that screamed ’stay away’.
The young star had prepared for yet another failed attempt, but didn’t expect the seemingly distant Xu Ke to offer the best reception he’d had all night.
A little celebration went on in the young star’s heart.
"You have a great temperament. Is this your girlfriend? She’s very pretty and matches you well." the young star complimented after glancing at Ariel.
"Thank you, you’re quite handsome too."
Flattered by the compliment, Ariel’s smile grew more genuine, engaging in polite conversation with him.
"The outfit you chose today suits you perfectly. You look like a fairy descended from the sky, no, more like a princess stepped out of a castle."
"You really know how to talk." Ariel was thrilled by the praise.
Xu Ke’s hand on Ariel’s waist tightened, pulling her closer as if to merge her into himself.
"It’s my honor to make a beauty smile." Seeing the smile on Ariel’s face, the young star’s own smile widened.