Chapter 290 Su Youling is their white moonlight
"She can't compare to this one, and she can't even compare to that Director Su from back then. Su Youling is no mere pretty face. Even the arrogant Ding Muyan extended olive branches to her many times back then. Speaking of which, that Director Su was the shared white moonlight of both Li Tingxi and Ding Muyan."
“Su Youling…” Someone suddenly touched his chin, looking at the stunning mixed-race beauty under the lights, frowning as if thinking, “Looking at it this way, that mixed-race beauty looks quite like Su Youling.”
Not far away, Su Youling suddenly trembled, and she felt a chill for no reason, perhaps because of the strong wind on the boat.
Ding Muyan gentlemanly took off his suit jacket and draped it over her shoulders. "Although Miss Rebecca looks beautiful but is freezing tonight, you should still take care of yourself. I heard that you used to be in poor health and were bedridden for many years. You can't fall ill just because you're attending my banquet."
Su Youling smiled faintly, noticing that many curious, surprised, or jealous gazes were fixed on her. She frowned slightly and calmly returned the coat. "President Ding is an exceptional man. Tonight, many young ladies are here for you. I'm a mother, and I wouldn't dare to attract hatred."
Back then, her various scandalous rumors with Li Tingxi caused quite a stir on social media. Although five years have passed and things have changed, she has undergone a significant transformation in both appearance and demeanor, and most people probably wouldn't recognize her.
But there are always some people with good memories, or those who know her well, who can easily cause a stir when they see her face. So she doesn't plan to attract too much attention tonight; she just wants to find an opportunity to see Old Master Lu in person.
Karina swayed some investors with financial incentives, but she wasn't going to do something so foolish as to hurt herself more than her enemies; she wanted to let her abilities speak for themselves.
"Your refusal is as direct as ever." Ding Muyan smiled thoughtfully, put away his coat, and subtly gave a wink to someone in the shadows.
Just as Su Youling was about to turn around, she was unexpectedly bumped into and stumbled, inevitably falling into Ding Muyan's arms.
"Ah, I'm so sorry... Director Shen?" Amy stared in astonishment at the woman who looked so much like Su Youling. She snapped out of her daze and quickly corrected herself, "Su Youling? Is that you? You're still alive?"
She excitedly grabbed Su Youling's hands, looking her up and down. She felt both familiar and strange, and a strange feeling suddenly rose in her heart.
Is this the old friend that President Ding specially asked her to fly over to see?
"Sorry, you've mistaken me for someone else." Su Youling had been mentally prepared before she came, and she remained calm when she encountered an acquaintance. She smiled, extended her hand, and said generously, "I am Rebecca, CEO of Strange Kingdom."
“Rebecca?” Amy glanced at Ding Muyan subconsciously and instantly understood what he meant.
Mr. Ding suspected Ms. Rebecca's identity, but since he wasn't very familiar with Su Youling from back then, he sent her to test the waters.
“Sorry, I mistook you for someone else! You look a lot like a friend of mine… I’m Amy, the executive director of Yaosheng.” She glanced at the coat in Ding Muyan’s hand and understood. “It’s too cold in here. Miss Rebecca, you’ll catch a cold dressed so lightly. Why don’t we go upstairs and sit for a while?”
Su Youling was about to politely refuse, "No..."
“I’ve heard of Miss Rebecca’s name. You were the chief designer for the previous two Paris Fashion Weeks, and your work caused a great sensation in the fashion world as soon as it was released. This time, Strange Kingdom also participated in the bidding for the art exhibition, but our CEO Ding is a businessman. When it comes to art, Mr. Lu tonight has the right to speak.”
Amy, strike the snake at its vital point.
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"Miss Rebecca, why don't you come with me to see Old Master Lu?"
Ding Muyan smiled and said in a gentlemanly manner, "Old Master Lu hates money-grubbing types like me the most, and he probably prefers artists like Miss Rebecca."
He glanced discreetly at Karina, who was socializing enthusiastically not far away. "Isn't that where Miss Rebecca surpasses Karina?"
It seems that Ding Muyan is determined to have Amy test him.
"Thank you for your kind offer, Mr. Ding. Director Amy, please." Su Youling could only deal with the situation as it came, nodding and leaving with Amy.
Amy and Ding Muyan exchanged a glance and nodded silently.
Meanwhile, Karina's companion deliberately said, "Karina, it seems your chances of winning this bidding project aren't so sure. Was that Rebecca, your competitor? President Ding even sent his trusted lieutenant Amy to accompany you personally. It seems he's more satisfied with Strange Kingdom."
Karina's expression changed slightly, wondering what Ding Muyan was up to.
At this moment, the stylish young woman standing next to her chimed in, "What nonsense are you talking about? Rebecca is just an outsider, how can she possibly compete with the status of Yitao Culture in the country? It's not just about artistic talent, but also the support of the Li family. Karina can't possibly lose."
The others were surprised. "Oh, since Miss Lu has spoken, does that mean she can represent the art exhibition's stance?"
"These are all baseless rumors. Bidding should be a fair competition. I don't stoop to any underhanded tactics. Let's let our abilities speak for themselves." Karina's eyes revealed a gentle smile, her words implying that Rebecca had used underhanded methods against Ding Muyan.
Yu Guang glanced at Lu Niao's unfriendly expression and felt a surge of joy.
It seems that Lu Niao has a grudge against Rebecca.
This is truly a stroke of luck!
Upon hearing this, Lu Niao tossed her hair and glanced disdainfully in Rebecca's direction. "My grandfather hates people with wicked intentions the most, especially someone like her who uses her looks to seduce men and manipulate them. He would never choose her in this bidding process."
The crowd chuckled knowingly, showering Lu Niao and Karina with compliments.
Lu Niao glanced at Karina.
It's pretty, but it lacks soul.
Considering that she and I share a common enemy, I'll reluctantly give her a friendly look.
However, some people disliked Karina and said sarcastically, "Miss Lu doesn't like women who climb the social ladder by using tricks, so Karina has no chance either? Everyone knows that you got to where you are today because of your relationship with Li Tingxi!"
Karina's expression turned somewhat unpleasant. "My relationship with Tingxi isn't what you think..."
"Oh, you're already calling him 'Tingxi' so affectionately, what more do you want?" the man sneered. "But I'm afraid someone has been trying to curry favor with you for years, only to end up with no official status. Otherwise, why didn't Li Tingxi stand up for you on an occasion like tonight?"
Karina has risen too quickly in recent years thanks to the Li family's background, but her talent cannot keep up with such a rapid promotion. Naturally, there are many people in the circle who look down on her, and they all burst into laughter when they heard this.
Karina's eyes reddened with anger, and she clenched her fists, about to retort, when her gaze suddenly fell on the entrance, and her eyes lit up.
"Who said he didn't come?" Karina smiled smugly, pushed aside the few ugly people who had been making sarcastic remarks, and walked gracefully toward Li Tingxi.
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