Thursday arrived quickly.
Wen Qinglian spent the whole morning at the venue, testing the equipment several times. After confirming that there were no problems, she still felt a little uneasy.
"How are the preparations going?" Hu Lou walked over, and the two stood side by side, but they didn't look like an engaged couple; they looked more like business partners.
"The equipment is working fine, and the invitations have already been sent out. The guests will start arriving soon." Wen Qinglian tossed her hair, revealing today's featured gemstone earrings.
"Oh, right, I also sent invitations to Meng Wan and Cui Qingling."
Hu Lou frowned. "Why did you send it to those two?"
"Of course, I want them to see my success," Wen Qinglian said matter-of-factly. "I want them to be able to only look up at me from below the stage, like mute people, only able to watch me succeed helplessly!"
A sinister glint flashed in Wen Qinglian's eyes, and a smile played on her lips, as if she could already see the two of them looking angry yet helpless in the audience.
“Meng Wan is not someone to be trifled with. She managed to open two companies without the Tang family’s knowledge during the Tang family’s heyday, and she also has the full support of the Yan family and connections in all walks of life. You’d better not go too far.”
Hu Lou snorted coldly, pouring cold water on Wen Qinglian.
Wen Qinglian's smile faded, her eyes filled with dissatisfaction, and even her words carried a hint of sarcasm.
"Then why don't you marry her? It's a pity that she and the president of the Yan Group are childhood sweethearts and boyfriend and girlfriend. They're very close, so she might not be interested in you."
Hu Lou's good intentions were met with ingratitude, and his face fell. Ignoring Wen Qinglian, Hu Lou turned and left.
If the old man hadn't said that he had to show up as Wen Qinglian's fiancé, he wouldn't have wanted to come!
Wen Qinglian didn't care about Hu Lou's attitude and continued to arrange the venue's facilities.
"Miss Wen, you can put on your makeup now."
Upon hearing this, Wen Qinglian followed her assistant backstage.
With her makeup complete, Wen Qinglian stood in front of the mirror and spun around, looking very satisfied.
"Let your hair down." Without waiting for the makeup artist to speak, she let her hair down on her own. She tidied her hair, deciding it looked better with it down.
“Ms. Wen, but this way we can’t show off the earrings and necklace…”
Wen Qinglian glanced at the makeup artist, her eyes turning cold. The makeup artist lowered her voice and ultimately chose to remain silent.
Seeing this, Wen Qinglian turned her head with satisfaction and then admired her makeup in front of the mirror.
"Miss Wen, it's almost time. The guests have mostly arrived."
"Have Meng Wan and Cui Qingling arrived yet?" Wen Qinglian sat in a chair, the makeup artist combing her hair. Her expression was smug, and her initial panic had vanished.
"We've arrived."
Upon hearing this, Wen Qinglian smiled slightly.
"Let's begin then."
She stood up, and the minute and second hands had just reached the number 12.
"Good afternoon, thank you all for attending the Evergreen Series Exhibition. I am Wen Qinglian, the chief designer of this Evergreen Series."
Wen Qinglian clutched her chest and bowed to the audience. A long dress accentuated her slender figure, and tiny diamonds sparkled under the lights, captivating all who saw them.
Flashes went off continuously, but the exhibition hall was very quiet, with only the sound of camera shutters clicking.
She swept one side of her hair back, her demeanor elegant, like the protagonist. The spotlight shone on her, and even the jewels lost their luster and became dull.
Applause erupted, and Meng Wan and Cui Qingling, sitting at the back, clapped along. However, they did not show the expression Wen Qinglian had expected. Instead, they wore smiles and appeared calm and composed.
Wen Qinglian looked away, assuming they were just putting on a brave face.
Hu Lou sat in the front row, a polite smile on his lips, his eyes filled with affection as he looked at Wen Qinglian. Wen Qinglian looked at him in return, and after exchanging a glance with him, she turned her gaze to the computer in front of her.
"Now, I will show you all the styles in this Evergreen series." Wen Qinglian pressed the remote control in her hand, and the basic models appeared on the screen.
Even if it was plagiarism, Wen Qinglian made some changes. After all, she is a designer and has basic aesthetic sense. But perhaps because she didn't understand the concept of this series, it was a bit stiff, like putting an emerald label on a pearl.
Cui Qingling watched coldly as the jewelry she and the other designers had painstakingly designed, working through countless nights and revising countless drafts, was completely altered and then brazenly displayed by the other party. It was impossible for her not to be angry.
This is not only her hard work, but also the hard work of all her studio staff. Moreover, this concept is of extraordinary significance to her.
Meng Wan sensed the change in Cui Qingling's emotions and gently patted her hand, offering silent comfort.
Cui Qingling snapped out of her daze, blinked, and gave Meng Wan a sweet smile.
The products were displayed one by one, and soon the basic styles were all reviewed.
"As you can see, in addition to the regular models, the Evergreen – Timeless is the main model being promoted this time."
The photographer zoomed in, finally focusing on Wen Qinglian's wrist, neck, and covered...ear.
Some people frowned; they didn't care what the designer looked like, they just wanted to see if the product met their expectations.
Clearly, Wen Qinglian has overshadowed the main character.
"This concludes the presentation of the Evergreen series. You may now ask any questions."
Wen Qinglian paid no attention to the emotions of her subordinates and continued to follow the procedure.
As soon as she finished speaking, several reporters raised their hands. Wen Qinglian randomly selected one, and a staff member immediately handed him a microphone.
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