''Jiajia, it's been a while. We all live in the same city but we are always busy and don't get the chance to meet up. This morning, I went with Guhan to visit an old worker and found a rare item. I knew immediately that you would love it since you love collecting pieces of art.''
Gloria said and everyone shifted their gazes to her side curiously. She looked into the designer bag and removed a rare piece of jaded teacup. It was a rare piece of teacup which was used by the late Azure clan in the east Xing City where Jiajia came from.
At the sight of the rare item, Jiajia gave Gloria a glance. She loved collecting such rare things because her ancestry could be traced to it.
''Whoa! This looks rare and authentic. Gloria, where did you get this rare piece from?'' He Mei asked as she stood up from her seat and went to have a look.
''This is real, Jiajia." He Mei said excitedly.
''Well, let me have a look at it.'' Jiajia said and took the teacup from He Mei. She scanned it for a minute, accenting that it was indeed authentic. She revealed a rare smile and said to Gloria.
''This is indeed a rare piece. Tell me, are you willing giving this to me for free?''
''Yes, of course. We almost became in laws. This is nothing.'' Gloria said.
''Sit beside me, Gloria. I want to ask you more about this piece.'' Jiajia said and Gloria proudly went to sit beside her.
''Gloria, my son said he saw your daughter Shanshan yesterday at the clubhouse. She just came back from studying abroad and she is already visiting clubs?'' Niama said and all the housewives turned to look at Gloria.
''Niama, you should always get the picture clear before you gossip. My daughter went there to deliver a jacket to Lin Shen. Lin Shen recently became the cover of our company's issue. He came for some photoshoot and an interview. Afterwards, he left his jacket and Shanshan delivered it to him.''
''Shanshan and Lin Shen must be close then? Everyone knows Lin Shen hates it when others touch his things. I didn't know they were friends.'' Jiajia said to Gloria.
''Shanshan has always admired Lin Shen since young age.'' Gloria said and looked at Jiajia.
''Say, if that stepdaughter of yours hadn't betrayed Yu Shiao, your families would have been in laws by now. It's such a pity because I used to like them together.'' He Mei said but Gloria knew she was simply being sarcastic since they didn't get along.
''The food is getting cold. Let's eat.'' Jiajia said, making them all turn quiet.
''I always tell you to mind your words.'' He Mei said to Niama.
''Me? What about you? It's obvious Gloria wants to set up meeting between her daughter and Jiajia's youngest son.'' Niama replied.
''Jiajia, your sons are getting old. Do you plan on setting dates for them? Let me tell you, my niece just came from back Country M. She is very beautiful and would be a good fit for Yu Lin Shen. She completed Ning University and has Masters in Hotel Management.'' He Mei said, sounding a little excited.
''Jiajia, let me tell you. My youngest daughter will fit well with your youngest son.''
''Everyone, with what happened two years ago, I don't want to choose any girl for my sons. I want them to make their own decision themselves. I have given them the freedom to choose the women they want to be with.'' Jiajia said and started eating.
The table became silent and everyone concentrated on their food.
….
''Today, the food and everything is on me. I hope that we will meet again in health next month. Here are the special invite to the Music festival that my son and husband are hosting this year. I cannot arrange dates with your daughters but I will give them the opportunity to meet my sons.''
''Thank you, Jiajia, you are so kind.'' Gloria said, taking the card from Jiajia.
''Gloria, thank you for this present. Tell Shanshan that I can't wait to see how grown she has become.'' Jiajia said politely.
''Sure, sure, I will tell her that.'' Gloria smiled.
''Alright, bye everyone.'' Jiajia said and entered into her car and the driver drove her off.
''Aye, what is the use of coming when someone is just going to steal the shine. Gloria, don't think we don't know what you are up to.'' Niama said angrily.
''Hey, Niama, don't blame me for your inability. Besides, Jiajia has given us a fair chance to compete. If your daughter is so capable, then let her compete fairly.'' Gloria said and went towards her car.
''That woman is always getting on my nerves.'' Niama said after Gloria got into her car.
''That's enough. Ignore her.''
''Let's go, He Mei. I am going to make sure her daughter doesn't end up with Jiajia's youngest son.'' Niama said and walked away.
He Mei sighed and also turned towards her own car.
….
O2 Clubhouse.
Ana got down from her car and let out a deep sigh. She looked at her outfit and felt a headache coming, just thinking about how the bouncer was going to reject her.
Today she was in a pair of blue jeans and white blouse with a blazer on top with blue sneakers.
Ana held the bag in her hand tightly and walked towards the bouncer. She got in the line and when it was her turn, surprisingly, the bouncer asked her to go in.
''Huh? Can I really go in?'' Ana asked to be sure.
''Mr. Yu is expecting you.'' The bouncer said and Ana smiled and nodded her head.
''Okay, thank you!'' Ana replied and went inside. She saw Lin Shen singing at the bar's podium. He was holding a guitar, playing as he sang.
Rising like the sun…
Your beauty is refreshing
Melting my cold heart
Making me smile again
Would you come closer
because I want to say something
Something to just you
I want to say…
That I have fallen, fallen for you
Ana placed the bag on the counter and took a seat on the high chair. She looked at Lin Shen with her undivided attention.