Chapter 555: Invitation to the Birthday Banquet

Translator: _Min_

After sending a message, Gu Dai stepped out and immediately saw Su Ting, along with Aad in front of him. A myriad of thoughts flooded her mind as she pondered how to react if his ident.i.ty were exposed.

She approached Su Tings side and looked towards Aad, saying, Miss, may I ask if theres something you need?

Aad frowned subconsciously, but her eyes lit up upon seeing Gu Dais face. She threw away her umbrella, leaned in close with a sleazy grin, and asked, Whats your name, beauty? Are you free to attend my birthday party tomorrow?

The maid, witnessing this scene, shook her head helplessly.

Aad was known for her obsession with attractive individuals, regardless of gender, though her orientation leaned towards women.

The maid realized immediately that Aad had taken a liking to Gu Dai.

Not just the maid, Su Ting noticed it too. His expression darkened as he was about to reveal his relations.h.i.+p with Gu Dai.

Gu Dai quickly grasped what Su Ting intended to do, grabbed him, and then said to Aad, Youre Miss Aad?

Aad nodded, Yes, thats me. Youve heard of me, beauty? Then about the birthday party tomorrow

Gu Dai smiled and nodded, Ive heard youre a wonderful person. Rest a.s.sured, I will definitely attend your birthday party tomorrow.

Aad, dazzled by Gu Dais smile, couldnt resist holding her hand for a moment. Noticing the way Gu Dai held onto Su Ting, she asked, What is your relations.h.i.+p with this gentleman?

Su Ting took a deep breath, reminding himself not to interrupt Gu Dais plan, and clenched his teeth without saying a word.

Gu Dai softly said, Hes my older brother; we are siblings.

Aad nodded, I see. Then I wont disturb your work.

Gu Dai nodded in response, Alright.

Before leaving, Aad reminded, Dont forget to come to my birthday party.

Gu Dai a.s.sured her promptly, I wont forget.

After Aad had left and the garden was devoid of people, Su Ting looked at Gu Dai with a pout and muttered, Daidai, she has ulterior motives towards you.

Gu Dai nodded, I know.

Su Tings eyes widened, You know and yet you agreed to attend her party. Could it be could it be

With a sigh, Gu Dai explained, I dont like her. I only have feelings for you. The reason I agreed to attend is because I found out Miss Aads ident.i.ty is that of a princess, and attending her birthday party could be a chance to find the mastermind behind this.

Su Ting nodded, but still couldnt help asking, Do you truly like only me?

Gu Dai replied earnestly and firmly, Of course!

Rea.s.sured by her words, Su Ting then asked, Daidai, what did big brothers men say earlier?

Frowning, Gu Dai responded with a serious tone, They went to check the place my parents described as their prison but found no clues.

Su Ting a.n.a.lyzed, lowering his gaze, Perhaps there are places we havent inspected yet, like hidden rooms If not, it means uncle and auntie arent held here, which complicates things.

Agreeing, Gu Dai sighed, Lets first trim the plants to avoid suspicion. Well look for clues tonight.

Alright, Su Ting agreed.

As night fell, Gu Dai and Su Ting exchanged glances and set out. However, they didnt expect to be stopped shortly by a deep male voice.

A guard coldly asked, Who are you two, sneaking around here so late?

Gu Dai took a deep breath and explained with a smile, Were gardeners tasked with landscaping. We just finished over there and came out to see if theres anywhere else that needs work. Its our first time at the castle, and were not familiar with it, so we accidentally got lost trying to return to the garden and ended up here.

Su Ting quickly added, Officer, could you please show us the way back?

The guard scrutinized them and, seeing their sincere expressions, started to believe them. Then, remembering something, he asked, Are you the two commoners invited to Miss Aads birthday party?

Gu Dai and Su Ting nodded.

The guards demeanor became more respectful, Ill escort you back..