"Mom isn't feeling well and has already turned them down so she can't go. If you don't go, what kind of rumors will there be? Besides, isn't everything between you and Bai Xiujin in the past? You swore back then that you would never be affected by a man, but now you really do look like you have something going on with him."
Bai Xiujin's name made her nerves tense involuntarily, as if he was testing her.
"Oh, I just don't want to go. Is it not okay if I don't go?" Seeing that she couldn't reason with this person, she decided to simply act like a spoiled brat.
Qiao Yiyang wasn't buying it. "So you're not going to audition anymore? Qiao Yiming, is something wrong...?"
"No, I'll go. I asked Anna to postpone my audition. Okay, you can go now, I need to change my clothes before leaving."
Feeling that he would give himself away if he said a few more words, he quickly pushed Qiao Yiyang out, shutting the door behind him along with her sharp gaze.
Ugh! So annoying!
Qiao Yiyang, who was standing at the door, could also hear the commotion inside.
However, on the day of the event, they were surprised by Qiao Yiming's elaborate attire. She was already fair-skinned and tall, and today she specially chose a pink long tulle princess dress, looking very solemn, which was completely different from when she had complained that she didn't want to go.
Qiao Yiming was quite pleased to see his older brother's expression. He twirled around in front of him, hooked his arm around his brother's, and said, "Let's go!"
"Just a couple of days ago you were saying you didn't want to go!"
She sat in the back seat, neatly gathered her skirt, and looked at Qiao Yiyang with a hint of disdain, "You don't understand! Since you're going, you have to appear in the most perfect state. Have you forgotten that your sister is now a superstar? This time, the Bai family's birthday celebration is so big, there will definitely be a lot of reporters."
Perhaps convinced by her, Qiao Yiyang looked out the window and casually asked, "Where's Anna? You haven't been causing her any trouble lately, have you?"
Qiao Yiming was simple-minded, and when he heard him say that he was a troublemaker right away, he was a little annoyed: "I get along well with Sister Anna, when have I ever caused her any trouble?"
That would be best.
When Anna was mentioned, Qiao Yiming couldn't help but chime in, "Brother, but I feel that Anna's family has changed a bit since the incident."
Qiao Yiyang didn't speak, but looked at her with some confusion.
Knowing his older brother could be so gossipy, Qiao Yiming became even more enthusiastic, "I think Anna seems particularly interested in money now. She wasn't this ruthless when negotiating her salary before. And she never used to attend any parties or social events, but she's already taken on two deals this week. Although the increases are within a reasonable range, capitalists like you who are paying the money will definitely haggle!"
As he spoke, he glared fiercely at the "capitalist" in front of him.
After saying that, she leaned back in the car seat and said, "Sigh... but I can understand. Anna's sister passed away suddenly, and her mother is in the intensive care unit. It must cost a lot of money. Can't you give her a raise?"
Qiao Yiyang fell silent. He truly didn't know that Anna had gone to the social event with the business team.
Almost all of Qiao Yiming's business deals, scripts, and various events were negotiated by a dedicated business team. This arrangement was initially made to protect Qiao Yiming.
Therefore, although Anna acts as an agent, most of her business dealings are handled by dedicated personnel, which saves her a lot of trouble.
In business negotiations, there's always the inevitable toasting and testing of limits. Qiao Yiyang is well aware of these things, so the people she chooses are exceptionally capable, and their drinking capacity is beyond question.
He felt a sudden, inexplicable unease in his chest when he thought about Anna having to drink with others at social events.
The car stopped at the gate of Lingyun, where the flashing lights outside were already as bright as the neon lights in the city.
Qiao Yiming was perfectly at ease in this kind of situation. She hooked her arm around her older brother's as if she were walking on a red carpet. Qiao Yiyang, who had been expressionless, was brought back to her senses when Qiao Yiming nudged her waist with her elbow.
People nearby kept calling out, "Queen Qiao, look here!"
Qiao Yiming responded to each question with a smile, which made Qiao Yiyang look at her younger sister with new respect, and she couldn't help but smile as well.
The entire Lingyun building was booked out tonight, and no outside guests were allowed. Its magnificent appearance showcased the host's prestige.
The sharp-eyed Qiao Yiming spotted Song Xingyao to the side, immediately let go of Qiao Yiyang's hand, and lifted her skirt to head in that direction.
She threw herself into Song Xingyao's arms, pretending to cry and pouting, "Waaah, Sister Yaoyao, you finally remembered me! I heard from Brother Fu the other day that you regained your memory, and I was thinking of rushing over to see you and also to see my cute little Xunzhi! But I heard you were injured? Are you alright?"
She kept talking, lifting her heavy skirt as she circled around Song Xingyao.
Song Xingyao grabbed his hand and pulled him back in front of her. "I'm fine! Stop beating around the bush."
Song Xingyao's hand injury hadn't fully healed yet, but the outer garment she was wearing today conveniently covered the wound.
"You look so beautiful today?" Song Xingyao complimented.
Qiao Yiming affectionately put his arm around her hand, completely ignoring the fact that Fu Siming was also there, and just wanted to get close to his sister. "Hehe, what if I don't look good one day, hmph!"
After saying that, she lifted her skirt and twirled in front of Song Xingyao.
"Yes, you look great, it suits you perfectly. You look so beautiful, I bet Xiaobai couldn't take his eyes off you when he saw you."
She pouted, avoiding Song Xingyao's teasing gaze, "Tch, it's not like I'm wearing it for him..."
As soon as he finished speaking, in the direction he was looking, Bai's mother, holding Bai Xiujin's hand, came out of the lounge.
The two met eyes, and Qiao Yiming suddenly felt a strange sense of guilt, so he quickly looked away.
It's all Qiao Yiyang and Song Xingyao's fault that made Qiao Yiming feel like he had to prove himself by dressing so well.
That's not how it is... right...?
Okay, Qiao Yiming admitted that Bai Xiujin was indeed partly to blame, but only a little.
Bai Xiujin naturally saw Qiao Yiming as well. The pink color made her skin look even whiter and more rosy, like porcelain. She wore a long, flowing princess dress without looking bulky, which made her look even more elegant and tall. The strapless style and the deep pink gemstone necklace around her neck were just the right amount of beautiful. She was indeed dazzlingly beautiful.
Although she was dressed elegantly and appropriately, her stunning figure was indeed eye-catching, causing Bai Xiujin to frown almost imperceptibly.
After Mr. Bai came out, the family of three politely thanked the guests and strolled around.
Qiao Yiming had never felt so uneasy in public before, and he would frequently meet Bai Xiujin's gaze, as if those eyes were always watching him.
She felt a little uncomfortable.
Taking advantage of the fact that no one was paying attention, she pushed open the door, stepped outside into the corridor, and breathed a sigh of relief.
After taking a couple of steps, a young woman blocked his way.
Without looking closely, Qiao Yiming moved a step to the right, and the woman followed suit. Looking up, he saw a woman wearing a beige satin bodycon dress with a smug expression on her face.
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