A Sweet Girl Won't Be Fooled By The Villainess - [Vol. 2] Chapter 28

[Vol. 2] Chapter 28: To Be Understood Implicitly

After learning that the coachman had already informed the church, Ifia wasted no time and boarded the carriage. However, she didn’t immediately meet Amelia. Instead, she arrived at a studio resembling a beauty salon. There, a stylist selected clothing and jewelry for her, and she endured a lengthy makeup session while sitting in a chair. It wasn’t until Ifia felt drowsy that the preparations for the banquet were considered complete.

“Oh my goodness, Miss Ifia, you are undoubtedly the most eye-catching at the banquet today!”

Finally, at that moment, makeup artist Jennifer, who had treated Ifia like fragile porcelain throughout the process, couldn’t help but exclaim in excitement. Her face showed an expression of enthusiasm, as if she had personally created the most beautiful masterpiece in the world.

Facing the excited gaze of the makeup artist, Ifia stood up from the chair and walked to a full-length mirror… Having previously sought Jessica’s help with makeup, Ifia didn’t expect much of a change this time.

Surely, she thought…

Huh???

The next moment, Ifia widened her eyes in astonishment. Was this really her???

Her cute features weren’t forcibly altered. Instead, they highlighted even sweeter aspects. However…

In disbelief, she raised her hand, and the mirrored image of her did the same. The black one-shoulder evening gown, adorned with diamond-studded details, sparkled with scattered lights under the reflection of the lights. It resembled faint luminescence on the ocean in the dark night, or fireflies flickering in a forest.

Originally, Ifia’s sweet appearance suited a cute style, but upon seeing her excellent body proportions, the stylist immediately overturned the initial plan.

Choosing an alternative plan, they went for a one-shoulder design, cleverly revealing the roundness of the shoulders and distinctly showcasing the waves of Ifia’s figure without any forced effort. The deliberately heightened waist created a visual illusion, and the long skirt covered the petite shortcomings of her body.

Paired with the entire set of starry black diamond jewelry sent by Miss Barlen, Ifia underwent a tremendous transformation. An angelic face and a devilish figure… They were indeed referring to Miss Ifia!

The efforts of the stylist and makeup artist were remarkably evident, to the point that Ifia, who usually couldn’t perceive much change in her appearance, now clearly felt the magical effects of makeup.

She looked stunning!

Was this the difference between professionals and amateurs?

“Jennifer, your makeup skills are amazing!”

“Miss Ifia, you have a natural beauty. I’m honored to be of service to you!”

After makeup artist Jennifer praised her, she took out a black mesh veil and gently placed it on Ifia’s head. It seemed to blend seamlessly with her black hair, yet it had a distinctive touch due to the small pearls embellishing the mesh.

Through the mesh veil, Ifia saw people as if through a grid, making her somewhat uncomfortable. She raised her hand to adjust the veil, but Jennifer stopped her, saying, “Miss Ifia, wait until the banquet to take it off!”

“But I feel uncomfortable this way. Can’t I go without it?”

“I recommend wearing it here. You can choose to take it off yourself at the time or ask someone for help.”

At this point, makeup artist Jennifer blinked at Ifia. Although her words were unfinished, it seemed like she had said everything. With an expression that could only be understood implicitly, Ifia instantly grasped the meaning. It was like unwrapping a gift box…

Thinking of Amelia, Ifia didn’t refuse Jennifer’s suggestion. After bidding her farewell, she sat in the carriage with the mesh veil hat and headed to the destination.

Amelia wouldn’t appear immediately. Instead, they would enter the banquet separately. Although Ifia didn’t hold a noble title, she carried the highest-level invitation, making her impossible to underestimate. Moreover, her attire, which looked expensive just by sight, further discouraged anyone from stopping her.

So, Ifia easily entered the banquet scene without encountering any obstacles. It was as if she had suddenly transitioned from a tranquil forest to a bustling street, making it challenging to adapt to the abrupt change.

The banquet hall was brightly lit, and elegantly dressed men and women chatted and laughed, creating a lively scene of clinking glasses. Ifia had a strange illusion, feeling as if she had suddenly returned to the modern world she was familiar with. How nostalgic. However, the exaggerated laughter of a socialite snapped Ifia back to reality.

“Oh, Lady Jenica, you’ve become even more beautiful. May I ask if you have a special skincare secret?”

“Really, Lyllica, you’re such a sweet talker.”

“Oh haha, I’m just stating the facts. By the way, why isn’t Lady Sally here?”

“Her? Sigh, her husband has recently been obsessed with maritime voyages, insisting on accompanying Duke Barlen’s trade ships to other countries, claiming to conquer the seas. No matter how we advise, it’s of no use. The couple is currently having a disagreement!”

A group of noblewomen standing next to Ifia chatted together. However, what they were talking about gave Ifia a sense of déjà vu. The topics they discussed seemed like something she had heard before. Trying to recall…

Ah! She remembered.

This is the banquet scene in the immersive storyline fragment. After her soul seemed to be drawn into this scene, Ifia appeared here initially because she randomly drew the role of Prince Carloy. It continued until Prince Carloy was ordered by the king to find Amelia. In the garden, they found Amelia engaged in conversation with someone else. Instead of advocating for equal rights for the common people, she seemed more interested in playing big in the Sith Empire, planning to overthrow the empire.

Ifia still vividly remembers the chilling indifference in Amelia’s eyes when she discovered Prince Carloy, and her gaze turned toward Ifia. That direct hit to the soul was terrifying. Thinking about this, Ifia felt a bit nervous. She raised her hand, picked up a glass of juice, and downed half of it, taking in enough sugar to ease her tense spirits.

It’s okay, this is no longer the original plot, and Amelia is not the cold person she used to be. After all, in the original story, Ifia didn’t even have the qualification to participate. Being here is proof of the changed storyline. Remembering Amelia’s sincere praise from their meeting last night, Ifia felt like she was needlessly nervous.

“Beautiful lady, may I know your name?”

Just as Ifia was gradually easing up, a male voice suddenly rang out. When Ifia turned her head to look, she saw a man in a black tailcoat walking towards her.

Combing his hair back, revealing a handsome and charming face, the man, upon noticing Ifia’s gaze, flashed a silly smile that seemed to transform his handsome appearance into something more goofy, giving off a vibe akin to seeing a golden retriever. Ifia politely smiled in response but did not speak, making her refusal quite apparent.

With the black veil covering most of her face, Ifia was surprised that someone would approach her for a conversation. However, she wasn’t interested in getting to know men, and she was more eager for Amelia to arrive. She couldn’t wait for Amelia to take off the hat.

The thought of surprising Amelia made Ifia’s lips involuntarily curve into a delighted smile.

“Why is Andrea talking to that unfamiliar woman?”

“Damn, I dressed up so beautifully just to get to know Andrea.”

“Hehe, haven’t you guys noticed? The jewelry that woman is wearing is from the Starry Black Diamond series. There’s only one set of three pieces in the entire Sith Empire, and now she’s wearing all of them.”

“Oh my, the Starry Black Diamond series. Even the royal family didn’t get their hands on it. Who on earth is this woman!”

While Ifia had no intention of talking to Andrea, the other young women around her seemed to have a different opinion.

However, in the midst of jealous words, the conversation suddenly shifted to astonishment. At that moment, the people paying attention here all directed their gaze toward the Starry Black Diamond series of jewelry. They were no longer concerned about anything else but couldn’t help but exclaim softly, realizing it was indeed a precious accessory that even the royal family couldn’t obtain.

So beautiful!

Despite becoming the center of attention, Ifia didn’t display any triumphant or proud emotions. She just felt that the man named Andrea was truly bothersome!

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She only wanted to quietly wait for Amelia. Perhaps sensing his own impulsiveness, Andrea awkwardly scratched his nose and, with an apologetic tone, spoke, “Beautiful lady, I’m sincerely sorry for causing you trouble because of me.”

“If you don’t mind, I…”

“Andrea Manlo, what are you doing to my companion?”

Just as Andrea mustered the courage to say something, a cold voice suddenly echoed from the direction of the door. Ifia’s dark eyes lit up, and she eagerly looked towards the entrance.

There, Amelia slowly approached, wearing a shattered-diamond black dress similar to Ifia’s. However, it differed in style, featuring thin straps and a deep V-neck tight-fitting gown, highlighting her waist and hips even more distinctly than Ifia’s one-shoulder style.

Moreover, those heavenly long legs accentuated by high heels looked even more slender. Her silver long hair was temporarily styled into large wavy curls, cascading behind her, adding a mature and sexy charm, making her a walking hormone factory.

Ah, Amelia is such a mature beauty! So beautiful!

Ifia initially thought her makeup would surprise Amelia. However, now that she saw Amelia, it was Ifia who was taken aback. She instinctively touched her nose, making sure there was no embarrassing nosebleed, and then relaxed.

“Miss Barlen?”

Andrea, watching Amelia approach, widened his light blue eyes in surprise. This beautiful lady was actually the Duke’s daughter’s companion? What a pity.

When Andrea saw Ifia alone in the corner of the banquet, just one glance made his heart beat faster. Even though they had never met before, it didn’t hinder the love-at-first-sight feeling, allowing Andrea to immediately understand his own emotions.

Later, with excitement, he wanted to get to know her. However, the object of his affection showed no interest in him. Initially thinking he could continue to make an effort, hearing that she was Miss Barlen’s companion made Andrea feel that he didn’t need to try anymore. Miss Barlen seemed like an insurmountable mountain, and ordinary people could never climb it.

One second to end the secret crush.

With a low mood, Andrea bowed to Amelia and reluctantly smiled, saying, “I apologize, Miss Barlen. I didn’t know this beautiful lady already had a companion.” After speaking, Andrea dejectedly stepped back, watching Amelia lead Ifia towards the center of the main area of the banquet.

Different from the indifference he faced, Ifia, with lively steps, treated Amelia distinctly.

“Amelia, you look stunning today, I’m in awe!”

Ifia didn’t hide her amazement. She enjoyed being praised, and she assumed Amelia did too. As expected, when Amelia heard the compliment, her smile deepened, and her purple eyes radiated a captivating light, making her beauty enchanting.

There was an irresistible feeling of excitement.

Ifia, suppressing her wildly beating heart, raised her hand to hold Amelia’s arm. When the two were very close, she quietly said, “Amelia, do you want to take off my veil?”