Chapter 101 - Chapter 101: The Highest Bids
Chapter 101: The Highest Bids
Translator: EndlessFantasy Translation Editor: EndlessFantasy Translation
No matter how Wei Jiu’er had been recently, she still looked radiant and even a little proud. In other words, she would never admit defeat in front of her love rival.
Shen Qingyue did not bother to pay her any attention and turned to leave.
However, Wei Jiu’er had no intention of letting her go that easily. She blocked Shen Qingyue’s path. She was going to greet Shen Qingyue. How could she let her leave so easily, especially after the last time she had been caught in an embarrassing situation by Shen Qingyue? She maintained a friendly smile and her usual gentle tone, “Zhen recently helped me set up a studio. I remember your Shen Corporation also deals with clothing. Would you be interested in learning more about my studio?”
Could Shen Qingyue not see through Wei Jiu’er’s intentions? Wasn’t it because she felt embarrassed when she was caught last time? But now, Wei Jiu’er was holding something that was like trash to her, how could it possibly affect her? She directly replied, “What makes you think I have something to talk to you about? I’m not interested in your affairs.”
Wei Jiu’er continued to smile, “Qingyue, don’t speak to me like this. After all, we’ve been friends for many years. I really don’t want to lose you as a friend.”
Shen Qingyue could not help but chuckle, “When did we become friends? Don’t try to flatter yourself. I can’t afford a friend like you.”
Wei Jiu’er appeared quite aggrieved, “Qingyue…” As she spoke, she discreetly observed Qin Zhen’s expression. She noticed Qin Zhen looking calmly at Chi Ming beside Shen Qingyue. How could she not understand what Qin Zhen was thinking? But she maintained her poised smile. With Qin Zhen’s mother pressuring him step by step and meddling in the middle, Qin Zhen was not as easy to manipulate as before. She had to be careful, very careful. She had acted impulsively in order to save face and had come to Shen Qingyue. No one understood Qin Zhen better than she did. Now, all she could do was pray that Qin Zhen continued to be clueless.
However, Ling Binger was not willing to let things continue. Seeing Wei Jiu’er at a disadvantage, she abruptly changed the subject in a forced manner, “Sister Jiu’er, didn’t my big brother say he wanted to photograph the finale gown for you tonight? In the past, when certain people shamelessly clung to my big brother, they even bought their own engagement ring…”
Tonight’s business banquet was a relatively small-scale fashion show, showcasing the new designs from the Chu family. The Chu family was exclusively in the business of clothing design and had recently recruited the world-renowned fashion designer, Liang Tianyi. The centerpiece of the evening was the first creation by this master since joining the Chu family,
named ‘Rose’.
Many of the ladies and young misses attending tonight were drawn by this gown, creating intense competition.
Wei Jiu’er quickly waved her hand, saying, “Zhen was just speaking casually.
Such valuable clothes, I can’t accept them.”
“This is my elder brother’s gesture. What’s there to be embarrassed about? Besides, isn’t it normal for a man to give a gift to a woman? Unlike some people who practically throw themselves at men and still get rejected,” Ling Bing’er remarked. She had been pursued by Shen Yiyan for a long time and had received gifts from him without feeling any qualms. After all, that bootlicker had proven quite useful. It was unexpected that the Shen family’s style had stooped to this level of bootlicking.
Wei Jiu’er’s expression softened as she said, “Bing’er, your perspective on this is not quite right…”
Seeing the two echoing each other and not showing signs of stopping, Chen Ying rolled her eyes, exasperated. “Truly shameless, unrivaled in the world. There’s no comparison. But, according to Miss Ling’s tone, does it mean you two will definitely win this dress?”
Ling Bing’er nodded confidently. “Of course. No matter the price, my elder brother will acquire it for Sister Jiu’er.”
At these words, Qin Zhen furrowed his brow. In the car earlier, Ling Bing’er had been incessantly discussing this dress. He found it irritating, so he offhandedly mentioned he might bid on it to give it to Wei Jiu’er for them to talk about later. How had Ling Bing’er interpreted it like this?
Chen Ying gave a mysterious smile. “How is that possible? There are many attendees today. Even for the sake of face, we can’t just let it go. If you want to win it, you’ll likely have to spend a substantial amount. Isn’t that right? Don’t pretend to be someone you’re not.”
Shen Qingyue also appeared confident. “Then it’ll come down to who bids the highest. I quite like this dress, too.”
Suddenly, the usually silent Chi Ming interjected, “Do you genuinely like it?”
“It’s alright, I suppose. Who wouldn’t like something that looks good?” Shen Qingyue replied casually. In truth, she was not interested in the dress, but she was certainly interested in bleeding Qin Zhen’s wallet a bit..