After Being Blackened All Over the Internet, I Ruled the Military Variety Shows
Chapter 593 - 583: A Smile for Whom

Chapter 593: Chapter 583: A Smile for Whom

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From the start until now, the barrage in the chat discussing why Jiang Lingxi hasn’t appeared on the red carpet has, for a while, even surpassed the comments on the stars who walked it earlier.

However, no matter how much the barrage continues, it doesn’t affect the on-site event.

The host continues to diligently announce the next guest arriving.

"Next, let’s welcome Mr. Cao, the president of the Calligraphy and Painting Association."

[Now it’s the art circle’s turn.]

[Wait a minute, is that Cao Xinyan holding President Cao’s arm?]

[Isn’t she the one who just joined the entertainment industry and got aggressively promoted for her artsy, talented girl image?]

[Tsk, she must have a powerful elder at home, riding on their coattails to walk the red carpet as an otherwise unnoticed third-tier nobody.]

[And to add, walking behind all the entertainment industry veterans.]

[Can’t envy that, some people are just born lucky!]

...

As the sourness seeped through the barrage, the host’s steady and resonant voice echoed in the livestream room once again.

"Welcome, Vice President Yuan Lao from the Calligraphy and Painting Association, and actress Jiang Lingxi."

The sourness dissipated instantly.

[? Did I hear wrong just now? Did the host really say the last three words were Jiang Lingxi?]

[Calligraphy and Painting Association Vice President, actress Jiang Lingxi, how did this combo happen? Another household with elders?]

[One surnamed Yuan, the other Jiang, doesn’t seem related at first glance.]

[I’ve seen a livestream episode before, there’s indeed some connection between the two. Maybe that’s why they’re walking the red carpet together.]

[I had already silently accepted Jiang Lingxi not coming. With this roller coaster of emotions, could the organizers consider the fragile hearts of the livestream viewers?]

[Am I the only one who thinks Jiang Lingxi is quite the strategist?]

[What makes you say that?]

[What’s that supposed to mean?]

[Given her status, Jiang Lingxi should have been the first to appear, right? But she stalled until now by banking on her personal connection with Mr. Yuan, not only garnering expectations but also sparking plenty of discussion. Isn’t that strategic?]

[When you think about it, it really is.]

[Come on, anyone in the entertainment industry has hundreds of schemes up their sleeves. Without strategy, who dares stay in the industry? Jiang Lingxi having personal ties with Yuan Lao is her own capability. How is that strategic?]

[By that logic, the one benefiting more is the person walking in front, Cao someone, who is actually the least qualified. Didn’t you hear the host only introduced President Cao, not even mentioning the other one.]

[No matter what, Jiang Lingxi managed to gain such a big advantage through Yuan Lao. Who knows how much effort was spent beforehand.]

[Maybe Yuan Lao was the one who invited Jiang Lingxi to enter together.]

[With an elder’s invitation, and benefiting oneself as well, only a fool would refuse, right?]

[Just speculating.]

...

The staff monitoring the livestream backstage has grown numb to seeing Jiang Lingxi’s name all over the screen.

Thinking about whether to moderate the comments or not, suddenly the barrage went silent.

Straining their eyes, they realized the discussed main character has already appeared on the red carpet.

Jiang Lingxi wasn’t holding Yuan Lao’s arm,

keeping about ten centimeters between them as they walked side by side.

On the livestream camera.

The elder wore a dark grey suit, holding a pure black cane, exuding stability and seriousness.

The young lady beside him was in a jet-black fishtail dress studded with diamonds, wearing high heels, her eyes twinkling with a poised elegance, carrying an innate aura of authority and nobility that for a moment made her command a respect not to be looked at directly.

Flashes and shutter clicks followed relentlessly.

Flashback to ten minutes ago.

Most family members invited choose not to walk the red carpet, being directly invited to take seats inside when the time came.

According to the hierarchical order, this time it’s still up to Yuan Da Shao to invite the Shen Family member to move.

He had mentally prepared himself to endure the low pressure from that individual, yet upon entering he immediately noticed the person seemed to have shifted from an autumn chill to a spring bloom.

A question mark popped up instantly on Yuan Da Shao’s forehead.

Wasn’t this person always said to be quietly profound and unfathomable?

This is clearly someone who changes moods easily!

"Mr. Shen, knowing you prefer peace and quiet, we’ve specially prepared a quiet and undisturbed spot for you this time."

"Can I see the red carpet from there?"

"Ah?" Yuan Da Shao was taken aback, not knowing that Mr. Shen had such a hobby, "It can be arranged for you."

"Thank you."

"You’re welcome."

As the person rose to leave,

Yuan Da Shao suddenly raised a hand to rub his eyes.

Then looked again uncertainly at the area near the person’s collar and Adam’s apple.

He didn’t missee!

There was indeed a faint lipstick mark there.

Thinking back to the shift in this person’s demeanor before and after, a bold guess popped into his mind.

Once all this busyness calms down, he has to verify it.

Otherwise, it will drive him crazy!

"Mr. Shen, what do you think of this seat? It’s peaceful and you can also see the red carpet action below."

Shen Yunqing listened to the announcement of arrivals by the host below, his lips curling up, "Very good, Yuan Da Shao was considerate."

"Glad you are satisfied."

Although it was organized last minute, this position had a great view, thanks to Yuan Da Shao’s personal instructions.

Shen Yunqing waited for the attendant beside him to pour the tea, then waved him away, turning to focus intently on the red carpet below.

Halfway down the red carpet, there was a need to pause and pose for some pictures for the media.

Yuan Hui, knowing this routine, kindly moved to the side to avoid blocking any cameras.

After casually posing, Jiang Lingxi sensed a gaze from above and subtly looked up.

Upon recognizing someone, she couldn’t help but lightly raise her brows, curling the corners of her lips, with a slight chuckle.

Her entire aura softened considerably with that smile.

The live camera faithfully captured this scene.

The viewers, nearly breathless from being stunned by her smile: "..."

[Ahhhh, what exactly did Xixi see just now?]

[Camera, turn quickly so I can see too, don’t make me beg on my knees!]

However, the usually obedient camera didn’t listen this time, never shifting its focus despite the barrage swirling.

The on-site audience could follow Jiang Lingxi’s gaze to look, but by the time they did, all that was left was a single back turned towards them.

Though the back view was also remarkable, they were even more curious about the front!

After some poses, Jiang Lingxi and Yuan Lao continued walking forward.

Yuan Hui discreetly coughed and softly asked, "Was that Mr. Shen?"

"Yes, he’s already inside the upper area."

"Haha, I thought so, hence the sudden smile."

On the other side.

Finally catching his breath after a burst of activity, Yuan Da Shao headed straight for the control room.

"Quick, pull up the surveillance from the hallway near the rest area just now!"

He wanted the scoop on Shen Yunqing!