"It's not time yet. The show is more interesting when it unfolds slowly." Lin Qian shook her head, her eyes flashing with a cold light. Her delicate face seemed to be covered by a layer of frost, sending chills down one's spine. She gripped the wine glass tightly in her hand, her knuckles turning slightly white from the force, her eyes fixed on Shen Mengyao, her gaze filled with endless hatred and determination.
Shen Mengyao seemed to sense Lin Qian's gaze. She turned her head, her eyes filled with inquiry and doubt. When she saw Lin Qian's face clearly, she was startled. Wasn't this the recently retired actress Lin Qian? And she suddenly remembered that Lin Qian was the minor starlet she had asked Wang Hai to suppress. A chill instantly ran down her spine, her body trembled involuntarily, and her hand holding the wine glass wobbled, almost spilling the wine.
Shen Mengyao inwardly cursed. She hadn't expected to encounter Lin Qian here, and the look in Lin Qian's eyes clearly indicated hostility. She began to panic, but forced herself to remain calm and maintain her elegant demeanor. She tried to straighten her back and force a fake smile, however, her slightly trembling fingers betrayed her inner fear. She took a deep breath, trying to calm herself, but her heart pounded like a drum, and fine beads of sweat appeared on her forehead.
Lin Qian met her gaze without flinching, a meaningful smile playing on her lips. That smile carried a hint of mockery and coldness, as if telling Shen Mengyao that her end was near. Lin Qian's eyes were like sharp swords, piercing straight into Shen Mengyao, leaving her nowhere to escape. Her eyes were filled with unwavering determination and resolve, as if she could already foresee Shen Mengyao's tragic fate. Her eyes seemed to say, "Shen Mengyao, your retribution has come."
Shen Mengyao frowned slightly, her unease growing. Why was Lin Qian here? What did she want? Countless questions swirled in her mind, but she couldn't find the answers. She tried to find a clue in Lin Qian's expression, but Lin Qian's expression was like an iceberg, unfathomable. She felt an unprecedented helplessness and fear, as if she had fallen into an inescapable trap. Her eyes began to dart around, and she dared not meet Lin Qian's gaze again.
Lin Qian raised her wine glass, gently tilting it towards Shen Mengyao. Her lips parted slightly, and she silently said, "The game begins." Her eyes were full of provocation, as if declaring war on Shen Mengyao. The crimson liquid in the glass looked particularly eerie under the light, like the bloody opening of this revenge game. Her movements were elegant and composed, yet they exuded an undeniable sense of oppression.
Shen Mengyao stared at Lin Qian, alarm bells ringing in her heart. Her intuition told her that this woman was her greatest threat. A nameless fear gradually spread through her, and she instinctively gripped Lu Jingchen's arm tightly, as if that would alleviate her unease. Her hands clenched so tightly that her nails almost dug into his flesh. Her body trembled slightly, her eyes filled with fear and apprehension.
Lu Jingchen noticed Shen Mengyao's unusual behavior and asked疑惑地问道, "What's wrong?" Shen Mengyao forced a smile and said, "Nothing, I'm just a little tired." Her voice trembled slightly, and she avoided Lu Jingchen's gaze. Lu Jingchen frowned; he sensed something was off about Shen Mengyao's condition, but didn't think much of it. He gently patted Shen Mengyao's hand and said, "Let's find a place to rest." With that, he led Shen Mengyao away.
"The game has begun." Lin Qian watched the two depart, a cold glint in her eyes. She gently swirled the wine in her glass, the crimson liquid reflecting a hazy luster under the light, mirroring her complex and dangerous state of mind. She knew this game of revenge had only just begun, and she was fully prepared to make Shen Mengyao pay a heavy price for her actions.
Lin Qian put down her wine glass, turned, and left the banquet hall. She went to a quiet corner and spoke to 003.
"003, help me investigate Shen Mengyao's recent whereabouts and the people she's been in contact with." Lin Qian's voice was cold and firm.
"Yes, host, I'll take care of it right away." 003's voice rang in Lin Qian's mind.
Not long after, news came from 003.
“Host, I’ve found out that Shen Mengyao has been getting very close to a director named Li Hao recently. They’re reportedly preparing a new movie, and Shen Mengyao wants to compete for the lead role,” 003 said.
Lin Qian's lips curled into a cold smile. "This is a good opportunity. We can't let her succeed."
Lin Qian began planning her next move. She decided to use this opportunity to sabotage Shen Mengyao's plans and make her lose the role.
At the same time, Shen Mengyao and Lu Jingchen arrived at a lounge.
"Jingchen, I have a feeling that Lin Qian's appearance this time is not simple. She must be here to cause me trouble," Shen Mengyao said worriedly, her eyes filled with unease.
"Don't be too nervous, maybe it really is just a coincidence," Lu Jingchen comforted Shen Mengyao, completely unaware of the feud between Lin Qian and Shen Mengyao.
"How could it be a coincidence? The way she looked at me was like she could eat me alive. I could feel her hostility towards me." Shen Mengyao's voice trembled slightly, her heart filled with fear.
"So what do you plan to do?" Lu Jingchen asked, his eyes filled with concern.
"I want you to help me investigate Lin Qian and see what her purpose is." Shen Mengyao gripped Lu Jingchen's arm tightly, as if it were her only lifeline.
Lu Jingchen hesitated for a moment. He felt that Shen Mengyao's reaction was a bit excessive, but seeing her terrified look, he felt a little sorry for her. In the end, he agreed to her request: "Okay, I will investigate. Don't worry too much."
However, unbeknownst to them, Lin Qian had already taken action in secret. She approached Director Li Hao and revealed some damaging information about Shen Mengyao. After hearing this, Director Li Hao's impression of Shen Mengyao plummeted, and he began to reconsider the casting for the female lead.
When Shen Mengyao learned that she had lost the role, she was furious. She knew it must be Lin Qian's doing, and she decided to retaliate.
Shen Mengyao began searching everywhere for dirt on Lin Qian, hoping to find evidence to use against her. However, Lin Qian was prepared and did not let Shen Mengyao succeed.
In this fierce contest, Lin Qian maintained the upper hand throughout. She relentlessly closed in on Shen Mengyao, plunging her into an increasingly difficult situation. Shen Mengyao, meanwhile, struggled with fear and despair, unsure how much longer she could hold on.
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