Fierce Love: Bringing Wife Home
Chapter 608 - 98: Welcome Banquet

Chapter 608: Chapter 98: Welcome Banquet

Furthermore, many seniors failed to complete tasks after losing their teammates, but she managed to succeed.

There must be many who are not convinced!

When Gu Xiaoxi emerged from her bath, Jing Rui had already prepared her clothes for her.

"Take a look, do you like them?" Jing Rui asked, pointing to the dress hanging on the clothes rack.

The dress was ink blue, made of soft silk, with a dashing design. Gold threads were used on the edges and lace.

At first glance, the most dazzling part was the shining Ruby at the neckline of the dress.

The combination of ink blue and the gem, along with the gold threads and folded design, was a testament to the designer’s creativity.

The dress, just by being there, exuded dignity, elegance and charm, without being too showy.

Especially the color of the dress, which was not black but had a charm that surpassed black.

"I like it!" Gu Xiaoxi rarely bought clothes for herself and was not picky about what she wore.

Her clothes were either prepared by Quan Shaoqing or custom-made by designers.

Now, receiving clothes from Jing Rui, she felt pleasantly surprised and honored.

"What are you waiting for? Try it on and see," Jing Rui said with a smile. For some reason, she was a little eager to see Gu Xiaoxi in this dress.

She wanted to see if Gu Xiaoxi would look even more perfect than she imagined.

Gu Xiaoxi did as she suggested and put on the dress. Standing in front of the mirror, she felt a moment of astonishment.

The ink green dress did not look vulgar on her at all; in fact, it made her seem even more composed due to its elegant color.

Her face was naturally beautiful but appeared too young, which made her lack presence in large aristocratic gatherings.

However, once she put on the dress, the unique confidence and unrestrained boldness that was innate to her were all fully displayed.

She believed that no one would dare dismiss her for her clothing or appearance or think of her as immature.

When Gu Xiaoxi stepped out, the excitement in Jing Rui’s heart gradually turned into thrill.

Gu Xiaoxi was very satisfied with her dress, and Jing Rui was even more so.

This dress didn’t make Gu Xiaoxi look older. On the contrary, it made her look more beautiful and prestigious. Her aura was uniquely charming.

"Aunt Jing, you have such great taste," Gu Xiaoxi said, giving a twirl in front of her.

But Jing Rui praised her profusely, "You’re beautiful, and anything you wear will look good on you."

"That’s not true!" Gu Xiaoxi understood that on such important occasions, wearing the right clothes could give everyone a different first impression.

Beautiful women don’t necessarily know how to be elegant and dignified.

Many women, because they are too beautiful, end up being nothing more than a flashy vase.

So, dressing should not be about making oneself more glamorous, but about enhancing one’s taste and aura.

"Wait, I’ll apply some makeup for you," Jing Rui quickly pushed Gu Xiaoxi in front of the makeup mirror.

Gu Xiaoxi was curious, "I’ve noticed that every room has such a large makeup mirror. Even the dressing tables are so uniquely designed."

As Jing Rui applied a delicate makeup look on Gu Xiaoxi, she explained, "Here, everyone pays great attention to their image. In the future, you should too. Makeup is not for covering flaws, but for elevating one’s aura."

Gu Xiaoxi heard such words for the first time and found them quite fresh.

When she was a soldier, she never wore makeup. The only few times she did, it was done by Quan Shaoqing.

It seems that she too, as an important member of the International Alliance, must pay attention to her attire and presentation.

After all, here, she was constantly in the public eye and also represented the image and status of her country.

It was clear to see from Jing Rui that she always took great care in dressing up before going out.

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The venue was in the central building of the International Alliance.

A 77-floor skyscraper, a bright hall, a professional orchestra, and sparkling crystal chandeliers everywhere symbolized luxury and prosperity.

Everyone entering and exiting was dressed very carefully, even the service staff were in outfits prepared by top designers.

It could be said that there was not a single person dressed casually here.

As the banquet was about to begin, people gradually entered the venue.

The International Alliance had 71 small teams, each with ten members. So, including the high-ranking officials of the International Alliance, there would be more than seven hundred people attending the banquet.

Even if some were away on missions and unable to return, there would still be at least four to five hundred people at the venue.

The liveliness of the event could be imagined.

After this newcomers’ welcome party, Gu Xiaoxi and others would officially become part of the team.

Of course, Gu Xiaoxi’s astonishing performance during the mission also made everyone very curious about her. Many were eager to meet this group of extraordinary newcomers.

At the entrance.

Gu Xiaoxi held Yun Xiao’s hand, "Don’t be nervous! I’m here!"

Like the others, Yun Xiao also chose a very formal gown, while the rest of the men were dressed in traditional suits, sporting freshly cut hair and groomed faces.

At that moment, each member of Gu Xiaoxi’s team stood formally dressed behind her, exuding an air of exceptional poise.

As the team leader, she felt immense pressure standing before this group of men.

This was the complete opposite of their usual appearance in black T-shirts, bloodied during battle, and covered in dirt and disarray.

Yun Xiao had never stood in such a conspicuous place before, about to face a newcomers’ ceremony with hundreds of attendees, uncertain of the difficulties to come. It was inevitable that he felt nervous.

Not just Yun Xiao—Jing Haoran also felt extremely anxious.

Having experienced many grand occasions, he paid even more attention to such events. Most of the people here were the higher-ups of the International Alliance.

These executives were very popular everywhere they went and were the real powerbrokers who seldom appeared in media reports. They were top figures in the world that people rarely got to see.

How could they not be nervous?

As a stirring piece of music began, Jing Rui called Gu Xiaoxi, "You can come in now."

Gu Xiaoxi took a deep breath to psych herself up, then turned back and gave everyone a gentle smile, "Let’s go! This honor belongs to us, one we have fought for with courage and effort. It is also what we deserve!"

"Yes!" Everyone exhaled and followed Gu Xiaoxi into the venue.

The venue was large, and from a distance, Gu Xiaoxi could hear someone speaking on stage.

At that moment, everyone stood neatly in the hall, patiently listening to the officer on stage.

Officer Luo, the highest-in-command, was giving a passionate speech.

Gu Xiaoxi led her team to stand at the very end of the line until Officer Luo announced with a smile, "Let’s welcome our new members, the squad leader and members of Squad 71."

At that moment, everyone turned to look towards the entrance.

Gu Xiaoxi lifted her foot, held her head high and chest out, and walked towards the stage in her seven-centimeter heels.

The road to the stage was long, with a red carpet spread out and lights flashing.

She wore a navy-blue dress that came just to her knees, showing off her fair, beautiful legs. Her delicate face wore a perfectly modest smile as she walked step by step towards Officer Luo.

Yun Xiao and the others lined up behind her, following Gu Xiaoxi’s steps.

On the stage, Officer Luo looked at Gu Xiaoxi and smiled as he shook her hand.

He too was full of curiosity about this girl and looked forward to her future performances.

After embracing Gu Xiaoxi, he looked at everyone present and announced, "The banquet begins! Let’s welcome the newcomers and I hope that we will all work together to create a glorious future for the Alliance."

Applause rang out across the room.

Among the many in attendance, Gu Xiaoxi saw mostly envious glances directed her way.

She knew why they envied them.

As newcomers to the International Alliance, it was an annual tradition to hold a welcome ceremony—yet being a squad leader as a newcomer was a unique case.

Moreover, to have completed a major project worth three billion in prize money while still new was beyond belief.

It was enough to make anyone green with envy!

Today as she stood on this stage, it wasn’t just about a few new faces; she represented a new competitor and a new threat.

The rapid rise of newcomers could threaten the status of the veterans, a timeless truth.

The banquet began, and Gu Xiaoxi, holding a glass of wine, naturally went to toast Mr. Luo first, followed by the various high-ranking officials of the International Alliance.

With Jing Rui’s assistance, Gu Xiaoxi also got acquainted with the Director of the Biochemical Research Center, the senior professors at the research center, the Weapons Experts, and the CEO of a major heavy machinery company.

These were people she would frequently deal with in her work, as she had to purchase all her own weapons and equipment.

And they were the ones selling those supplies.

Of course, the ability to invite these individuals to the welcome party today was entirely due to the exceptional performance of Gu Xiaoxi and her team in the battle to capture the Rat King.

Once she had met everyone, Gu Xiaoxi felt a bit drunk.

Although not to the point of inebriation, she indeed drank quite a bit. By her estimate, she had probably consumed several bottles of Red Wine.

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