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Jiang Xue stood proud alongside Xiang Cheng and his parents. She stood on par with the Xiang family and was only second to them regarding the attention she was receiving. All the other guests would have to follow her lead.

The girls from affluent families she could only look up to now stood in her shadow, humbled by her presence.

Jiang Xue tugged Xiang Cheng's arm and whispered, "Brother Cheng, it's so good to be with you. I love you."

Xiang Cheng held onto Jiang Xue's hand affectionately, which sent Jiang Xue's heart aflutter.

A round of applause shook the banquet hall. Jiang Xue joined in the applause while Xiang Cheng and his parents moved toward the stage to stand around Old Master Xiang.

Xiang Tian gave his wife a look, one which she immediately understood. Even though Jiang Xue wanted to stand on stage with them and elicit the envious gazes of the masses, she knew her limits and did not push her luck.