"See? People are just so opportunistic," Commander Wang said with a wry smile.

"What's going on? Isn't Aunt Wang still the regimental commander?" Qin Xiaoyu asked, puzzled.

"Someone is trying to use this incident to bring me down. It looks like it's going to happen soon. All sorts of monsters and demons are showing up." Commander Wang sat in his chair, speechless and dejected.

"You two chat, I'm leaving. I came here today to process my medical retirement and also watched a great show. Fengqin, you're too honest, you'll get bullied in the future." Xiao Mengting had always liked Tang Fengqin, and he held her hand tightly, reluctant to let her go.

"Sister Meng, you're free now and you're going out to play? Where are you going?" Qin Xiaoyu asked casually when she saw that Meng was dressed as if she was going out.

"I haven't decided yet. I'm leaving now. Take care." Xiao Mengting lowered her eyes, unable to hide her sadness.

Looking at her lonely figure, Qin Xiaoyu suddenly felt something was wrong. She shivered and blurted out, "Stop Xiao Mengting!"

"Sister Meng! I have another request of you."

“I’m already like this, what use am I? Do I even need to ask for help?” Xiao Mengting said, her eyes glistening with tears as she turned around.

"I need to shoot a set of posters for autumn clothing, and I'd like to find two print models. Fengqin is one, and I'll need Sister Meng's help for the other one."

"Me? Is that okay?" Xiao Mengting asked hesitantly.

"If you can't do it, who can? No one can match your temperament." Commander Wang was a carefree person by nature. When he heard Qin Xiaoyu talking about serious matters, he immediately perked up and pulled them out from inside.

As originally planned, Qin Xiaoyu would bring the clothes and people to the photo studio for the photoshoot. But as soon as Xiao Mengting and Tang Fengqin changed into their autumn outfits and stood in front of the backdrop, it was clear that things were going to fall apart.

The photographer had changed all the backgrounds, which annoyed the staff. Qin Xiaoyu had no choice but to pay for a set of photos and take them out.

"This background is too ugly, it looks like the one used for performing model operas, and it's not even as new as the background of the cultural troupe." Commander Wang also understood and shook his head repeatedly.

"Auntie, why don't we go to our house and let Wang Lei take the photos? Look at the pictures he took of me, they're really nice." Tang Fengqin took out a wallet from her small bag, inside which were two photos: one was a photo of her and Wang Lei together, and the other was a solo photo of her sitting on the sofa in Building 4. The background was simple, and the sunlight was shining in through the window, making it look incredibly beautiful.

"It's very fashionable," Xiao Mengting agreed.

"I understand, there's another good place!" Qin Xiaoyu's eyes lit up.

Wang Lei took a day off specifically to take photos of them. The first part was taken in A Lei's bedroom.

His bedroom has a Western feel, with walnut furniture, exquisite porcelain on a carved table, a richly colored Persian carpet, and old oil paintings on the walls. With the addition of his big golden retriever, Laifu, the photos have a British style, instantly elevating the fashion sense and giving off an elegant and noble vibe.

The afternoon shoot took place at Xiao Mengting's home, which was her suggestion.

Xiao Mengting's home is decorated in a Chinese style, and she likes to collect antiques and old-fashioned furniture. Just that mahogany dressing table alone is dazzling. The whole house is like the boudoir of a young lady from a wealthy family in the Republic of China era.

This outfit has a feminine style and is more suitable for a socialite look.

Wang Lei worked through the night and developed the photos early the next morning. Xiao Mengting arrived at Qin Xiaoyu's house early in the morning, and when they saw Wang Lei come downstairs, everyone gathered around him.

The photos are stunning. Wang Lei's skill is one factor, but the two models are also truly excellent.

Although Xiao Mengting is not as beautiful as Tang Fengqin and is also at a disadvantage in terms of age, her years of experience on stage have given her a graceful demeanor. This is not something that can be learned in a year or two; it is a foundation built up over time.

"Alright, print an extra set of these photos for me. I want to keep them as a memento." Xiao Mengting's mood suddenly dropped again.

"Sister Meng has always had a great grasp of fashion. It would be great if she could help me." Qin Xiaoyu suddenly had an idea and boldly probed.

"Help you with what? Take a poster?" Xiao Mengting asked, a little confused.

"It's not just about shooting posters; of course, I'll be troubling Sister Meng a lot in the future. Besides, my business is expanding rapidly, and I'm short-handed. I need capable people who know the business inside and out. If Sister Meng comes, it will be like adding wings to a tiger."

Qin Xiaoyu's plan is shrewd. If Xiao Mengting's connections are used to join her business, it would be like having three people in one, a win-win situation.

"How could I not have thought of that? Why should I spend my whole life stuck on the stage, watching Xiaoyu's business thrive? I've lived a fulfilling life, but I never imagined this day would come." Xiao Mengting's eyes lit up.

"You could say it's fate. You can sing all day long and you won't come down. It's amazing to only do one thing in your life, but it's also a pity if you can't do anything else. Sister Meng, don't you want to try your hand at the sea?" Qin Xiaoyu quickly persuaded her when she saw that she was interested.

"Then let me think about it?" Xiao Mengting was already eager to try.

"You're looking for your Sister Meng, why don't you look for me? I don't want to be the regimental commander anymore either." Regimental Commander Wang was feeling aggrieved.

This theater fire was a major accident, and even city leaders were held accountable. So many people in the performing arts troupe died, so she couldn't escape responsibility. She could only swallow her anger and not dare to stand up and say that it had nothing to do with her.

Now he's being suppressed and purged by his rivals, and he's been demoted from his position as regimental commander to a sinecure. He's probably going to be utterly humiliated.

"Aunt Wang, you're putting it wrong. It's our own business, and you won't help, yet you're making sarcastic remarks. Do you expect me to ask you to help? Or do you expect me to volunteer?" Qin Xiaoyu had already guessed what she was thinking.

"That's settled then. Your sister Meng and I will both help you. Let's just process your sick leave. Whoever wants to take on this mess can take it!"

Commander Wang was a straightforward person; he immediately issued a medical record and, taking advantage of the chaos, processed a medical retirement. Xiao Mengting's paperwork was already done, and the two discussed it for half the night, deciding to open another counter in Fengcheng, the provincial capital next door.

Xiao Mengting's senior brother was a famous figure there, well-known to people from all walks of life, so it was easy for him to pull strings. Xiao Mengting was also a person of his own mind; once he made up his mind, he would do something big.

Tang Fengqin had just passed her probationary period and was officially hired. Commander Wang, being shrewd, arranged for her to take a leave of absence without pay so that her child would have someone to rely on in the future.

“In-law, you did the right thing. I can’t say for sure, but even though this child is my own, she’s always been stubborn and you can easily get her to listen to you. She’s young now and doesn’t understand that we’re doing this for her own good, but she’ll understand sooner or later. What’s the point of being stuck in that place for the rest of her life…” My cousin-in-law’s business is thriving now, and she’s long since looked down on the idea of ​​sticking to one place and earning a wage.

Furthermore, she heard that someone in the performing arts troupe dared to bully Tang Fengqin, which made her very angry. This child is too timid; if Commander Wang and Xiao Mengting both leave, she'll suffer terribly. It's better for her to leave sooner rather than later.