Compared to Lan Xing's surprise, Meng Wan was much calmer, since the result was roughly what she had expected.
It was inevitable that Meng Zhilian would become popular. Eighty percent of Zheng Xu's million fans are active fans. Before his scandal broke, he mentioned that the company wanted to promote new talents. Out of curiosity and a sense of judgment, they would definitely pay attention to Meng Zhilian's movements.
Of those million views, conservatively estimated, half were contributed by Zheng Xu's fans.
Meng Wan scrolled through the comments again. Some people were curious about the song, some were curious about what the person looked like, and some were criticizing Zheng Xu. Overall, the feedback was more positive than positive, so she returned the phone to Lan Xing.
After lunch, Meng Wan went to the art studio alone, where Su Ping was already waiting.
"You've arrived quite early." Meng Wan sat to the side, watching Su Ping sketch the lines.
"Why are you suddenly deciding to use my design? Didn't we agree to use your proposal to make the initial contact?"
“It fits the theme of the sports meet, and it's the first place in the design competition. It's eye-catching enough, and we can use the prize money in a perfectly logical way. It's a win-win situation.” Su Ping said matter-of-factly, her hands moving non-stop, and a dress took shape under her hands.
"You've figured me out perfectly."
"The plan remains the same, only the main character has changed. As long as the goal is achieved, that's fine. The branch office has already made arrangements. This sports meet will be a great advertisement for the branch office, and it won't affect the main company's focus on high-end, exclusive customization."
At this point, Su Ping put down her pen and turned to look at Meng Wan.
"You really are a talent."
Meng Wan thought she was going to say something, but upon hearing it, she simply scoffed, somewhat speechless. With the matter settled, Meng Wan didn't linger. She glanced at the design draft, then got up and stretched.
“Using tsavorite stones as accents on the asymmetrical collar will look better than emeralds.”
After saying that, Meng Wan got up and left, leaving Su Ping alone staring blankly at the design draft. After a long while, she erased the notes with an eraser and wrote the four words 'Tsavorite'.
She was quite glad that Meng Wan couldn't paint, otherwise, there would probably be an insurmountable obstacle on her path.
After school, Meng Wan stayed behind to discuss the sportswear, so she asked Lan Xing to pass on a message to Meng Zhili to go home first. By the time she finished and came out, it was almost six o'clock.
"I'll give you a ride." Su Ping rolled down the car window.
Meng Wan shook her head, "It's nothing, I'll take the bus back."
Neither of them liked to argue. One asked, the other refused, and they left without much formality.
It was quite unexpected that the two of them would start a company together. Apart from family dinners, the two had almost no interaction, but one day they suddenly said they wanted to start a clothing company. And this idea was proposed by Su Ping, who was always aloof and preferred to be alone.
Meng Wan readily agreed.
Lan Xing was jealous because of this, wondering if Meng Wan had secretly started a relationship with Su Ping behind her back.
But in reality, it was a very casual decision. One person made the suggestion, and the other readily agreed; one was attracted to Meng Wan's abilities, and the other to Su Ping's design.
Most of the students in their college are wealthy, have plenty of free time, and have connections and family support, so it's perfectly normal for them to start their own businesses if they have an idea.
From small milk tea shops to large investment companies, many people do this, and schools won't stop them. After all, most of these people will take over family businesses, and as an accumulation of experience, it's a good thing from any perspective.
The school even organizes various activities to allow students to practice on their own, which is why, although their academic performance is not as good as that of No. 1 High School, their talent cultivation rate is as high as 95%.
Although their entrepreneurial journey began somewhat absurdly, the two were surprisingly compatible in their behavior and approach to things. Their first fashion show was a resounding success, which helped them establish their brand and eventually led to the now well-known W·P!
As she approached the bus stop, a message popped up in the group chat asking how long it would take Meng Wan to get home. Just as she finished replying, a phone call came in; it was Meng Zhiyuan.
"Wanwan." A steady voice sounded from the other end of the phone.
"Big brother."
"Li Qingshan's case is over. He was sentenced to three years in prison for group sex."
"good."
"I've already scolded Zhili, but I suggest you beat him up, take my share. It doesn't matter if he gets hurt or crippled, I'll defend you."
Meng Wan curled her lips into a smile. "Big brother, as a lawyer, are you teaching me how to commit crimes?"
"No, it's me, as your older brother, teaching you how to properly express your emotions."
Meng Wan's smile widened.
"Okay, I'll handle it. If I accidentally go too far, you'll have to use all your skills to bail me out." Sitting on the bench in front of the bus stop, Meng Wan looked down at the tips of her shoes and gently wiggled them.
"I'll be there for my sister 24/7." Meng Zhiyuan's voice always gives people a sense of reassurance.
"Third Brother also called."
"Okay, then be careful on your way back. Message me when you get there, okay?"
Meng Wan responded and then called Meng Zhilian after hanging up.
"Haven't you gone back yet?"
"We're discussing the sports meet." The bus arrived, and Meng Wan swiped her card to board. There weren't many people on the bus at this time, so she randomly found a single seat and sat down.
"Sports meet? What events are we going to participate in? Can we go inside and visit? I'm pretty good at taking pictures, and with my sister being so beautiful, we're sure to be able to take some great photos."
"Okay, I'll save you a spot." A student can invite two people from other schools to visit, and in previous years... that spot was always given to Peng Zhe directly.
"Meng Zhili has this kind of slow-paced personality. Don't be fooled by his good grades; he's incredibly slow to react in everyday life. He often only realizes what's happening afterward and then regrets it. I reckon he probably didn't dare to talk to you all day, was he? That's how he always acts whenever he does something wrong."
Recalling Meng Zhili's strange behavior today, Meng Wan smiled and nodded, then belatedly realized that Meng Zhilian on the other end of the phone couldn't see her movements.
Just as he was about to say something, it seemed like someone was calling Meng Zhilian.
"If you're still angry, wait for me to come back and I'll punch him a couple of times for you. Putting everything else aside, you're the only sister I recognize, my one and only."
"Mmm." Even Meng Wan herself didn't realize that her smile was full of tenderness.
"The instructor is here, and I'm off to training. Remember to let me know about the sports meet, and I'll definitely come back to cheer you on. Be careful going home alone tonight. If you get hungry, grab some snacks you like at the intersection. I've transferred the money to you."
"Okay." Meng Wan had barely finished speaking when Meng Zhilian hung up the phone.
She held her phone, looked out the window, and exhaled a breath of stale air.
Text messages kept coming in, and phone calls kept coming in. For 17 years, Meng Wan had always felt that she had no real connection with the word "family," but now she had become the person her family thought about and missed.
If you come home late, someone will call to ask if you've eaten. If you come home alone, there will always be someone waiting for you at the alley entrance. People will worry about whether you've eaten well and slept soundly. They know about your efforts but won't take them for granted...
Meng Wan was taken aback, and seemed to understand why she had been angry yesterday.
Because you care, that's why you get angry.
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