1 Chapter 1: The Funeral at the Engagement Party

Yi City had already entered the harsh winter of December, with heavy snow falling day and night. The city was covered in white snow, resembling an ancient town walked straight out of a painting.

In the He's villa, He Xiaoxiao was anxiously waiting for her fiancé-to-be—Su Tu.

While all the guests were there, the male protagonist Su Tu was yet to be seen. This made her afraid that Su Tu would back out of the marriage at the last moment.

The He Family could not afford this embarrassment, and neither could she, a top star in the entertainment industry, be able to explain it to the public.

"He's here, Mr. Su is here!" As He Xiaoxiao was becoming restless, the joyous butler Xu came in.

He Hongjie, Yan Wenxiu, and their daughter He Xiaoxiao all sighed in relief. He Hongjie and his wife immediately went to greet today's groom-to-be, Su Tu.

Su Tu's car was a Bentley Mulsanne - the only one in the whole of Yi City.

The appearance of this car signaled the arrival of Su Tu.

Upon his appearance, flashes started going off.

Under the gaze of everyone, Su Tu, the male protagonist of this engagement banquet, immediately became the focus of attention.

He was wearing a custom-made black suit today that accentuated his slender and noble demeanor. His deep eyes resembled the dark starry sky from lightyears away making everyone breathless wherever his gaze fell.

In the whole of Yi City, not a second man could be found who was as outstanding in terms of family background or appearance.

Some people were born to be the center of attention, like Su Tu.

He Hongjie and his wife were particularly satisfied with Su Tu. They personally went forward to greet him, thinking that the engagement ceremony could proceed as planned.

But just then, a noise started ringing outside.

The three of them almost simultaneously turned their heads towards the source of the noise.

They saw a group of about twenty men and women suddenly take off their jackets. Some of them started blowing suonas, and what's more, they all started throwing paper money.

This sudden incident changed the complexion of He Hongjie and his wife.

On the contrary, Su Tu remained unphased, finding the situation interesting instead.

Who dares to cause a scene at the Su and He families' event? This person is quite courageous.

Yan Wenxiu was the first to react, she snorted, "Who let you in?!"

Head of security, Li Wei, rushed over to explain, "They all had invitations, I thought they were here to attend the engagement ceremony, so I let them in…"

Whoever knew, the moment these people entered, they suddenly threw off their jackets turning into a funeral procession...

Yan Wenxiu's face turned green in anger, "Useless!"

Upon hearing the commotion, He Xiaoxiao also showed herself.

She was wearing a pure white, off-the-shoulder evening gown today. Although it was not a wedding dress, it had a similar charm.

She was born beautiful, her makeup was subtle, her features were delicate and classical. Her graceful presence made her look fresh like the morning dew. She was indeed a well-known innocent beauty in the entertainment industry.

Just when she appeared, all the people present lost their color.

However, everyone's attention was drawn to the funeral procession that had suddenly appeared. Occupied, they could not appreciate the beauty of He Xiaoxiao.

Seeing that a funeral procession had come to disrupt her engagement banquet, her heart raced.

It was very difficult for her to get engaged to Su Tu; her engagement banquet must not be ruined today!

Just then, an antique car stopped outside the villa; a white silk screen hung from the front of the car, looking very much like a hearse.

The car door opened, and a young woman dressed in the traditional white mourning dress stepped out...

As everyone recognized the woman's features, they gasped in surprise.

If He Xiaoxiao was the queen of pure beauty, the woman in front of them was a white rose blooming proudly in the cold breeze.

Her distinct features tied up in a ponytail, her face was makeup-free, lips slightly pale, and her bright eyes sparkled like a pool of crushed stars.

Tong Gui stood in front of the He Family villa, somewhat stunned.

Twelve years.

How many twelve years can one's life have?

Returning to her hometown after so many years, this place was no longer her home.

She stood at the door and could feel the warmth emanating from the He Family villa, but it did not warm her heart.

No one knew who the young woman in front of them was, to describe more accurately, she should be considered a girl. She looked very young. Standing alone among the crowd, she was truly unique.

Even though this was the most lively occasion in the whole of Yi City, she looked sad and lonely.

The girl held a black and white obituary, walked forward step by step under the gaze of everyone.

Beautiful women were in abundance at today's grand event, not to mention stunning beauties like He Xiaoxiao. Even if you picked out a random female star, it would be a top beauty in the country.

However, in such an event, Tong Gui, without any luxurious dresses or jewelry, still left people awe-struck.

As the girl holding the obituary appeared, the suona music became even more sorrowful, causing those listening to feel sadness and tear up.

Everyone held their breath involuntarily, watching the girl with vacant eyes, pale complexion, and frail body, seemingly ready to collapse with just one gust of wind.

There she stood in the crowd, surrounded by paper money floating in the air. The atmosphere around her was cheerful, but it couldn't cover up the sadness leaking out from her.

The noise gradually subsided, and the more sensitive people's eyes involuntarily reddened.

So, grief could also make people empathize.

It was at this time that the He family of three finally recovered their senses. Their expressions could not be described as calm.

Yan Wenxiu's heart squeezed, she let out a soft cry, "He Tong?"

How could it be her?

But if it wasn't He Tong, who else could look so much like Tong Zhen?

The He family of three were taken aback by the sudden appearance of the girl, neglecting to notice that when Su Tu made out the girl's face, his heartbeat accelerated instantly despite his calm expression, his fists clenched involuntarily.

Why did this girl look so much like her?

Su Tu's assistant, Zhong Jing, upon seeing the girl's face, was even more shocked, exclaiming, "Madam?!"

But everyone's attention was on the girl; no one noticed Zhong Jing's surprise outburst.

It was at this point that Yan Wenxiu finally came to her senses and loudly commanded, "Li Wei, kick this woman out!"

Tong Gui snapped back from her chaotic memories when she heard Yan Wenxiu's sharp voice.

Her bewilderment slowly faded and she locked eyes with Yan Wenxiu's dark gaze. She smirked, "This is my home. My mother passed away ten years ago but her ashes have not been buried. Today as her daughter, I'm here to hold the funeral. Who dares to touch me?!"

At this moment, Tong Gui's assistant, Zhang Xiao, brought the urn over and stood beside Tong Gui.

Only then did she find out her artist was the famous heiress of Yi City's prestigious He family.

He Xiaoxiao's face changed.

She did not expect this woman to return in such a manner, and on the day of her engagement banquet no less.

From the day He Tong disappeared twelve years ago, she had replaced He Tong and become the pearl of the He family.

Why did this woman choose to return at this moment?!