Chapter 10 How does it feel to be slapped in the face?

Xia Mian forcefully shook off Xia Qinglin's hand, "No need."

"Sister, are you still angry with Lian'er?" Lu Lian'er looked at Xia Mian as delicately as a flower in the rain. "If you don't want to see me in the house, I'll move out today..."

"Lian'er, no one can drive you away without my permission. You are now the daughter of the Xia family!" Xia Qinglin held Lu Lian'er tightly in his arms, protecting her.

Xia Mian found it disgusting and thought Lu Lian'er's performance was not exciting at all and was annoying to watch.

She turned and left.

Xia Qinglin glared angrily at her retreating back and cursed, "Go ahead and be tough! Let's see how long you can keep it up! You have no money, you're nothing without the Xia family!"

"Brother, maybe I should move out..." Lu Lian'er looked up at Xia Qinglin's handsome face pitifully, "Sister must think that I ruined the relationship between the brothers and sister."

"How could that be? It's Xia Mian who's so hateful!" Xia Qinglin put his arm around Lu Lian'er and walked backstage.

Old Madam Xia glared at Xia Mian's retreating figure and spat, "Does she really think she's someone important, needing Qinglin to urge her three or four times before she'll come home?"

As soon as the three of them arrived backstage, they were greeted by Mrs. Lin from Xu Luo Jewelry.

Lu Lian'er's face lit up with joy, and she quickly went to greet her.

"Hello, Mrs. Lin."

Madam Lin glanced at Lu Lian'er; there were simply too many fans lining up to give Master Yang flowers and gifts.

However, Master Yang's first meeting was with Old Madam Fu, and Madam Lin waited quite a while before she could chat with Master Yang for a few words.

Who is this girl in front of me? Her affected expressions and mannerisms are unpleasant to look at.

Having seen countless people, Madam Lin immediately made a judgment about Lu Lian'er.

"Is there something you need?" she replied indifferently.

Lu Lian'er gently tugged at Xia Qinglin's sleeve, and Xia Qinglin immediately looked at Madam Lin with a polite smile.

"Mrs. Lin, this is my younger sister, Lu Lian'er. She wants to work as an intern jewelry designer at your company..."

Madam Lin glanced at Xia Qinglin. Xia Qinglin was handsome, and the Xia Group held a certain status in Mingcheng.

I just heard that the three Xia brothers had a biological sister, and a few days ago they brought home an adopted sister, which made their biological sister leave in anger.

Madam Lin glanced at Lu Lian'er's affected manner again and immediately understood.

It seems this is the clever way this adopted sister has been using her.

For some reason, Madam Lin suddenly pictured Xia Mian's beautiful and delicate face. Xia Mian... could it be... how ridiculous!

Mistaking fish eyes for pearls!

She even wants to intern at her company; she's really shameless.

Judging from Xia Qinglin's unclear-headed appearance, it seems that the cooperation between the Lin Group and the Xia Group needs further consideration.

"If Miss Lu would like to intern at our company, that's certainly possible. Just submit your resume to HR." After saying that, Mrs. Lin nodded to Xia Qinglin, "Excuse me."

Lu Lian'er stood there in astonishment. What did Madam Lin mean? She actually wanted her to submit her resume and go through the same procedures as a regular intern! Who knew if the HR would even choose her?

She feigned pitifulness and weakness, desperately trying to squeeze into the Xia family, which angered Xia Mian and drove her away.

Isn't it all just to enjoy the wealth and convenience brought by the Xia family?

Is that all? Madam Lin didn't even give us face!

That's infuriating!

A dark look appeared on Xia Qinglin's handsome face. He hadn't expected Madam Lin to be so ruthless.

“Lian’er, our Xia family also has a jewelry company. Wouldn’t it be better for you to intern at your own family’s jewelry company? You’ll have senior designers to guide you, and as a young lady of the Xia family, who would dare disobey your orders? No senior employee would dare to bully you.”

Madam Xia also chimed in, "Qinglin is right. I don't think Madam Lin is easy to get along with. What if you get bullied if you really go to Xuluo Jewelry for your internship? Your brother and the others won't be able to help you."

“My main goal is to learn from Xu Ya, the chief designer of Xu Luo Jewelry. Xu Ya has won many international awards. If I can learn from her for a period of time, I am sure I will gain a lot.”

Lu Lian'er's tone was entirely for the benefit of the Xia family, "When I return to the Xia family, I'm sure I can help the jewelry company under the Xia family reach new heights."

"Lian'er...you really touch me so deeply." Xia Qinglin's eyes shone with a hint of light as he couldn't help but hug Lu Lian'er. "Grandma, tell me, how can Lian'er be so sensible? So sensible that it breaks my heart."

Madam Xia nodded approvingly, "Lian'er is indeed remarkable, far more sensible than your own sister!"

Xia Qinglin released Lu Lian'er and immediately transferred 200,000 yuan to her, saying, "Lian'er, buy whatever you like. I'll give you more if you need more."

Looking at the latest transfer record on her phone, Lu Lian'er's displeasure at being looked down upon by Madam Lin was instantly soothed.

"Brother... how about we host a banquet at home in a couple of days and invite Mrs. Lin and designer Xu Ya?"

"Isn't it a bit too casual to go to Haitang Private Kitchen?" Xia Qinglin said after a moment's thought. "Haitang Private Kitchen is not easy to book."

“I’ll do whatever you say, brother.” Lu Lian’er happily hugged Xia Qinglin’s arm and shook it. “Big brother is so good to me!”

The three of them made plans while heading to see Master Yang Bilian.

There were quite a few opera fans queuing up to meet Master Yang, and it was almost over by now, with only two fans ahead of them.

After they both left.

Xia Qinglin immediately brought his grandmother and Lu Lian'er to Master Yang Bilian.

Master Yang is over sixty years old after all. She performed for about two hours straight and also met with many prominent fans who have always supported her.

She was extremely tired as she removed her makeup.

The makeup artist carefully wiped her face with makeup remover.

"Master Yang, hello!" said Madam Xia excitedly. "Today's performance was truly wonderful! This is a videotape of you from before that I treasure. May I sign it?"

Master Yang was too tired to say anything. She nodded to Old Madam Xia, took the pen, and casually signed her name.

“Master Yang, I am also a fan of yours, and I admire you greatly.” Lu Lian’er walked up to Master Yang and offered her services. “I heard that you intend to cultivate a disciple for your future. May I ask if I am eligible?”

Without waiting for Master Yang's reaction, she started singing on her own.

He sang a short, guttural song, which made Master Yang frown.

"Your vocal cords aren't suited for this opera; you should practice some more."

Upon hearing Master Yang's evaluation, Lu Lian'er lowered her head somewhat awkwardly, "I'm just an amateur, but I really love opera culture."