My DARLING CEO Is An Insomniac!
Chapter 166: Runway(1)

Chapter 166: Runway(1)

"We can’t stay in this room anymore, it reeks of blood and it’s making me extremely nauseous.."

Elena nodded as she grabbed the bodies to the side, pinching her nose slightly.

"I can never get used to the stench of blood.."

Tang Xue Mei sent Dr. Jeong a message giving him an insight of what had happened and soon he had arrived with a cleanup crew.

"Take them to the next room, while we disinfect this room.."

Dr. Jeong commanded as he checked the bodies, confirming that they were dead.

"Thank you for your help Elena.."

Tang Xue Mei smiled gratefully when they had settled into the new room.

"No problem, do you want me to take care of this Jing chick as well?"

Tang Xue Mei shook her head, how could she let Ju Jing die an easy death.

"I’ll take care of her myself.."

Elena nodded, her work was done no one would disturb them again so she was free to leave.

"Alright, I’ll be off then..ja.." Elena grabbed the duffel bag and slung it over her shoulder.

"If you need my help..just call.."

Elena smiled and walked out of the room, apart from the Ju Jing no one from the underworld would dare come after Tang Xue Mei again.

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One week later, Tang Xue Mei was finally back on her feet and was getting ready for the mini fashion show.

During her absence, Leia and Ming Beicheng had taken care of everything even Alicia had played a major role as well and now the mini fashion show was in progress.

"Can we free this place a bit, I can’t breathe...my babies need air too.."

Leia smiled and loosen the area around her abdomen.

"How is it now?"

"Better.."

If they didn’t adjust it, she wouldn’t be able to breathe at all if she sat down.

Tang Xue Mei stood in front of the floor-to-ceiling mirror in RLS dressing room, surrounded by racks of exquisite outfits and shelves of stylish accessories.

The company’s mini fashion show was just hours away.

Tang Xue Mei into a stunning red chiffon gown with intricate lace details. The fabric flowed like liquid silk as Tang Xue Mei moved, the color perfectly complementing her porcelain skin and raven-black hair.

As Leia fastened the delicate straps behind her back, Tang Xue Mei’s eyes twitched with excitement this mini show was their chance to showcase the company’s latest designs to a select group of investors and industry insiders not to mention those rich housewives.

"You look amazing, Tang Xue Mei," Leia said, stepping back to admire her handiwork. "This gown was made for you."

"Anything looks good if I’m the one wearing it.."

"..."

Leia chuckled and nodded as she lead her to chair.

"Seems like you’ve regained the weight you lost..."

She applied a light makeup and styled Tang Xue Mei’s hair, into high bun with some hair clips.

"You’re looking like a queen.."

Tang Xue Mei stood up and took a look at her appearance on the mirror.

"Well it’s definitely comfortable.."

Tang Xue Mei nodded she liked the dress, she liked that she didn’t have to be uncomfortable to look good.

"I’ll go check on things down at the hotel.."

They had used the hotel not far from them as it was closer to the company which made things easier for them.

"Alright, I’ll drive there in a minute.."

As the clock ticked closer to showtime, Ming Beicheng and Leia made their way to the makeshift stage in the hotel’s grand ballroom. The room was buzzing with activity, models and stylists rushing to and fro as they prepared for the event.

Ming Beicheng’s eyes scanned the area, taking in the rows of seats and the runway.

Everything seemed to be in order, but he knew that even the smallest setback could make or break the show.

"Leia, can you check on the models?" he asked, his voice low and urgent. "Make sure they’re all accounted for and in their places."

Leia nodded, dashing off to round up the models. Ming Beicheng turned his attention to the stage, checking the lighting, the music, and the sound system. Everything seemed to be working perfectly, but he wasn’t about to take any chances.

As he was inspecting the runway, one of the stagehands approached him. "Mr. Ming, we have a problem," he said, looking nervous. "One of the models didn’t show up. We’re short of one person."

Ming Beicheng’s lips tugged, but he didn’t panic. He thought quickly, his mind racing with any possible solutions.

"Get one of the assistants to fill in," he instructed the stagehand. "And make sure they’re dressed and ready to go in 10 minutes."

The stagehand nodded and rushed off to carry out his orders.

As he turned to head back to the dressing room, he saw Leia rushing towards him, a look of panic on her face.

"What’s wrong?" Ming Beicheng asked, he knew it was another bad news.

"It’s the clothes," Leia said, her voice trembling. "One of the dresses is missing. The one we were supposed to open the show with."

Ming Beicheng’s eyes widened not from shock but from annoyance, he had stage guard all over the place, how the heck did one of the dresses go missing?!

"Can you replace it?"

"Huh? I can but I’ll need at least 30 minutes to 1 hour..."

Ming Beicheng nodded they could definitely delay the audience for a while giving Leia more time to finish.

"I’ll get to it, I’ll make something uniquely simple and fast maybe it would be even better than the first one..."

30 minutes later the guest had began to fill in, influencers, rich housewives, investors and some of Leia new designers friend all came waltzing in.

As the usher calmly ushered them to their seats.

Tang Xue Mei tapped Ming Beicheng who quickly turned to look at her.

"You like a bit.."

"Panicky? I know, if the show doesn’t go well these models I invited will hate me for life and I’m a bit annoyed as well one of the dresses got missing. And I must find out who and how after the show.."

Tang Xue Mei frowned someone was trying to sabotage them.

"Is Leia making a new one?.."

"Yes but she’ll need time.."

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"Ladies and gentlemen, we apologize for the delay. We’re experiencing some technical difficulties. Please bear with us as we resolve the issue."

The music paused, and the lights dimmed as the stagehands scrambled to stall the show. Ming Beicheng and Tang Xue Mei took a deep breath, their eyes fixed on the clock as they waited for Leia to work her magic.

Back in the dressing room, Leia was running around the clock trying her best to finish the dress on time, she had gotten pierced by the needle a few times and she didn’t even notice.

"You did some help.."

Leia raised her head and saw Alicia standing by the door, she nodded looking at Alicia like she was an angel sent from heaven.

Finally, after what felt like an eternity, Leia emerged from the dressing room, the finished dress draped over her arm.

Ming Beicheng’s eyes widened in amazement as he took in the stunning outfit. It was even more better than the original.

"Wow, Leia," he breathed, his voice full of admiration. "You’re a genius."

"Haha I’m just good at what I do, now let’s get this model one, you can just stall the show for 10 minutes more.."

Ming Beicheng nodded what’s ten more minutes.

He walked back to the stage and asked the guest to wait ten more minutes with a smile.

"I can assure you the wait would be worth once you get a peek of what our designers have to offer.."

As the lights dimmed, the anticipation in the air was palpable. The murmur of conversations ceased, and the audience’s attention was riveted on the runway.

Suddenly, the lights flashed, and the show was underway. The first model, a beauty with piercing black eyes, emerged from the darkness, her slender figure illuminated by the spotlight. She walked with confident strides, her eyes fixed on some point beyond the audience, as if daring them to look away.

The dress she wore was a work of art, a flawless connection of black silk and velvet that seemed to shimmer in the light. The audience gasped in unison as she reached the end of the runway, striking a pose that showcased the dress’s intricate details.

"Oh my god...this dress it looks way too good for spring.."