After Breaking Up, I Married the Dying Tycoon in a Flash
Chapter 158: Gaining Sympathy

Chapter 158: Chapter 158: Gaining Sympathy

The car had already stopped in the hotel parking lot, Bian Yue got off the car and turned to laugh at Anny, "What’s the use of thinking so much? Let’s go, the celebration is about to start."

Anny just now said she admired Bian Yue’s good attitude, and she was not joking, she was serious.

"Shengshi Yan" had already cast Yao Yimin as the female lead and employed the best crew in the industry; if under such circumstances, Honey’s first ancient costume blockbuster still lost to the opposing "Beijixing," the loss for Bian Yue was beyond what money could measure.

Once a company’s credibility collapses, no amount of money can repair it.

With a heavy heart, Anny followed Bian Yue, guided by the waiter, onto the elevator nearby.

"President Bian, you’re right, we just need to do our part. What’s the use of thinking too much? What’s bound to come can’t be avoided!" Anny muttered to herself quietly.

Bian Yue watched her with amusement and reassured, "Don’t worry, you did very well this time at the celebration banquet, we won’t have any oversights."

While they were talking, the elevator door opened, and standing by the door, in a bright yellow gown, was Su Youxue alongside Zhuang Jie Ning, who exuded an elegant demeanor in a white long dress that shone even brighter.

Both were also momentarily stunned upon seeing Bian Yue. Zhuang Jie Ning didn’t speak, but Su Youxue smiled at Bian Yue and said gently, "What a coincidence, President Bian."

"Miss Su, hello." Bian Yue smiled back and, holding Anny’s hand, stepped back a little.

The elevator, filled with various thoughts of those inside, slowly ascended. The mix of high-end perfume scents in the cramped space was rather overwhelming.

Zhuang Jie Ning spoke, her tone carrying deep meaning, "It’s unexpected to meet you here today, Bian Yue. Is the celebration for ’Shengshi Yan’ also today?"

She clearly asked knowingly which Bian Yue responded lightly, "I remember, the invitation was not sent to you, so it’s normal for you not to know."

How could Zhuang Jie Ning not catch the sarcasm? Her face changed, and with a cold sneer, she said slowly, "You might not know, but last night Li Sihe personally called Bai Xu, asking him to strictly monitor today’s celebration banquet for ’Beijixing,’ to ensure no mishaps occur."

These words carried deep implications. Bian Yue just looked at Zhuang Jie Ning indifferently and didn’t retort.

Anny, however, couldn’t stand it – the formidable career woman, who reined in her ruthlessness only in front of Bian Yue, was certainly not a pushover.

Anny chuckled lightly and began to speak slowly, "Miss Zhuang seems to have a good understanding of apparel, doesn’t she?"

Zhuang Jie Ning narrowed her eyes, her gentle face quickly becoming alert, "What do you mean by that?"

"You can tell, Miss Zhuang’s outfit today would really suit a green hat," Anny’s smile deepened, and she continued unhurriedly, "It’s my first time seeing someone speaking up for their fiancé’s lover; does Miss Zhuang have a penchant for cuckolding? Truly surprising."

"What nonsense are you spouting, you bitch!" Zhuang Jie Ning’s expression drastically changed; had the waiter not been there, she would have already slapped Anny across the face.

Su Youxue, however, just looked at Anny in surprise and said softly amidst the tense atmosphere, "Miss Anny, I’m sorry, there seems to be a misunderstanding between you and Miss Zhuang, I apologize on her behalf."

"Who are you to apologize for me?" Zhuang Jie Ning slapped Su Youxue without hesitation.

The crisp slap silenced everyone momentarily.

"Zhuang Jie Ning, have you lost your mind?" Bian Yue frowned and said coldly, "This is a public place, what are you playing at, acting like a spoiled brat?"

"I hit a parasite who eats from the Li Family’s table and lives in their house, what does it have to do with you? I am Li Sihe’s fiancée, I can hit whoever I want, how I want, Bian Yue don’t worry, not every woman is as tough as you, some have soft bones and are inherently base." Zhuang Jie Ning said coldly with a sneer, looking toward Su Youxue, expecting her to lose composure.

But she was disappointed.

Su Youxue was only briefly taken aback when struck, then calmly covered her face, slowly saying, "Miss Zhuang, you represent Fengcheng Group here today, I hope you can respect Mr. Li’s reputation."

Playing the role of the other woman to this degree, Youxue stood neither overbearingly nor servilely in front of the rightful wife, giving off an indescribably eerie feeling.

The elevator reached the top floor in a deathly silence, the handsome waiter was frightened by the scene they had just witnessed, his handsome face turned pale as he nervously asked Bian Yue to step out of the elevator.

Bian Yue didn’t speak further, she could see that Zhuang Jie Ning was in an unstable mental state, she seemed to be under some immense stress, no longer maintaining her usual nobility and elegance.

Bian Yue walked out of the elevator without looking back.

Zhuang Jie Ning and Su Youxue also stepped out a moment later, Zhuang Jie Ning looking peculiarly at Su Youxue, sneering, "The play you put on in Bian Yue’s room yesterday really was worth more than expected, look, the morning after, Li Sihe woke up and Bai Xu set up such a grand scene for you immediately."

"Miss Zhuang, what are you trying to say?" Su Youxue walked forward calmly, her delicate makeup unable to hide the gloominess of her expression at the moment.

Zhuang Jie Ning snorted, "What are you pretending for? You knew that making a scene like that would definitely alarm Li Sihe; you were just playing for his sympathy."

"If I say I didn’t, would you believe me, Miss Zhuang?"

"Do you believe it yourself?"

The two had reached the entrance of the banquet hall, where the waiter, led by Bai Xu, stepped forward.

"Miss Su, Miss Zhuang, please come with me," Bai Xu said with a smile.

Su Youxue smiled and nodded, following Bai Xu inside.

Zhuang Jie Ning’s smile was icy as she turned her head to look at the closed doors of the opposite banquet hall, not knowing what sort of expression Bian Yue wore inside.

Upon entering, Bian Yue saw Yao Yimin, who was drinking with Wang Dan’an.

Yao Yimin had a gentle smile, wearing a moonlight-colored gown and her hair was lazily curled.

She had just finished the red wine in her glass, glanced at the door to see Bian Yue and then set down her glass with a smile.

"President Bian has arrived!" Wang Dan’an cheered, "You brought quite a crowd, President Bian, I just saw many familiar faces."

With Red Mountain Film and Television’s standing, probably not many present could catch Wang Dan’an’s eye.

Bian Yue looked around, smiling, "It’s an honor that President Wang could attend, thank you."

"Hey! That’s too formal. Isn’t our relationship worth this much trust? I received your invitation and cleared my schedule immediately to come," Wang Dan’an said warmly and amicably, "I, like President Bian, hope ’Shengshi Yan’ achieves great success."

Bian Yue smiled, picking up a glass of red wine, "Thanks, President Wang, this drink’s for you."

"President Bian, you’re too kind! Cheers, follow your heart!" Wang Dan’an chuckled, "See? Is this enough to show my sincerity?"

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