Qin Xiaoyu arranged for Master Xu to go back and rest after arriving backstage, and then she returned to her seat in the audience.
"Little Fish, you've got to book all the headlines for tomorrow," Lin Yaofangfei sighed.
"I can't help it, I want to keep a low profile too," Qin Xiaoyu said exaggeratedly. She was doing this for someone else's benefit; Linda was sitting diagonally opposite her.
Today, she came determined to cause a scene, wearing a starry sky dress. The dress was a gradient from light blue to dark blue from top to bottom, and the hem was studded with many diamonds, truly resembling a vast starry sky.
She attracted a lot of attention even before the fashion show started.
If it weren't for Qin Xiaoyu's heroic efforts, the scene from a week ago would have repeated itself, and Linda would have successfully challenged the competition.
But now, no one is as attractive as the ethereal Master Xu. This has sparked not just a discussion about a fashion show, but a profound questioning of cultural heritage, which is of epoch-making significance.
Since this fashion show, the debate over whether to embrace Western styles or stick to traditional fashion has become the biggest point of contention in the industry, with people holding opposing views drifting further and further apart. They are now forced to choose sides.
As usual, Lin Yaofangfei held a banquet to celebrate her success. This time, there was no charitable donation as a gimmick, but not a single person was absent. It seems that Qin Xiaoyu's influence is quite considerable.
At the last banquet, Qin Xiaoyu was pregnant and faced various inconveniences. Now, she's in her element, raising her glass with Lin Yaofangfei, greeting everyone and meeting people from all walks of life.
She is now positioned as a successful fashion brand businesswoman in mainland China, where businesspeople receive more respect than in the mainland. Everyone respects someone who has succeeded through their own efforts, regardless of their background.
Qin Xiaoyu looked around for a while before remembering to look for A Lei. As expected, he was quietly watching her from a short distance away.
She flew over like a butterfly, lightly, and nestled into his arms.
"Are you tired?" A Lei took out a handkerchief and gently dabbed it on the tip of her nose, wiping away a few small beads of sweat.
"I'm not tired, I just missed you." Qin Xiaoyu tilted her head back, pouted her lips, and leaned up sweetly.
“The little one is getting bolder and bolder.” A Lei gently pinched her cheek.
What are you afraid of?
“What am I afraid of? I’m afraid those men will kill me with their eyes.” A Lei’s words were clearly tinged with jealousy.
"Hmm, you've made new vinegar again. What brand is it? Drinking too much of it can upset your stomach." Qin Xiaoyu playfully poked his hard chest a few times with her hand.
"Stop showing off your love, Xiaoyu. Let me introduce you to a friend." Lin Yaofangfei came over and snatched Qin Xiaoyu away again.
"You're here too?" Qin Xiaoyu turned around and saw Zhu Jiudi.
“I come here often, you know that. You go ahead and do your work, I’m going to talk to A Lei.” Zhu Jiu didn’t try to persuade her and went to find A Lei.
Qin Xiaoyu glanced at them out of the corner of her eye as they chatted and laughed as they walked around to the back of the living room, feeling a little jealous.
“Little Fish, Mr. Zheng is a famous fabric tycoon. He specializes in imported fabrics.” Lin Yaofangfei was acting as an intermediary.
"Ms. Qin, I'm very interested in your brand if there's an opportunity to collaborate." Mr. Zheng said politely, immediately handing over his business card.
“Great! I was just thinking about importing fabrics too. What a coincidence!” Qin Xiaoyu said with a smile. Currently, the domestic fabric market is still limited. If we want to keep up with international standards, we can’t be too conservative with the materials we use.
After a few casual words, Mr. Zheng was surprised to discover that this young woman was far from just a pretty face; her knowledge of fabrics far exceeded his own, and he couldn't help but feel a deep respect for her. Fortunately, some business partners were present, so they took Qin Xiaoyu over.
It was only after this conversation that Qin Xiaoyu realized she had officially entered the industry. This group included advertising tycoons and accessory industry giants, each of whom was a major player in the industry.
Qin Xiaoyu's greatest strength is that she never uses her gender as an advantage when negotiating business deals.
She wins with her professionalism, has done a good job in her studies, and speaks fluently without showing any timidity.
If the last fashion show left a deep impression, making people remember that there was such a petite woman who was both beautiful and good at business.
This time, she completely shattered their worldview. In their eyes, she was no longer a delicate Eastern princess; she had become the androgynous Mr. Qin. Cooperating with her wasn't just about doing business; it was about building a career together.
As night deepened and the guests gradually left, Lin Yaofangfei finally managed to pull Qin Xiaoyu out from the group of men. Qin Xiaoyu's small seashell-shaped bag was almost bursting open, filled with business cards.
"Little Fish, you've really integrated into this circle so quickly today. It's amazing. It's a man's world, and it's very difficult for women to get in. You know, I've worked hard for many years and I've been quite successful. But in their eyes, I'm just a little woman who knows how to make and spend money, nothing special. But you're different in their eyes now. You're no longer a woman. You might not understand the meaning of this yet, but you will in the future."
To be honest, Qin Xiaoyu didn't fully understand this passage. She was a naive newcomer, rushing in headfirst, unaware of her own limitations.
In the 21st century, women's status has improved significantly, and successful female entrepreneurs are not uncommon. But in the 1980s, they were extremely rare.
"I've been waiting for you to come back. Let's go home." A Lei hugged her and casually put on a small shawl, which he had taken from the car. It was late at night, and the sea breeze would be cold. Although it was only a few steps to the car, he was still at ease.
Qin Xiaoyu was exhausted that day. She only felt tired when she sat in the car and immediately became drowsy.
"It seems that Boss Zhu and Xiao Mengting are getting married." A Lei dropped a bombshell, and Qin Xiaoyu was immediately wide awake.
"Those two?" Qin Xiaoyu's eyes widened. After thinking about it carefully, she realized that Xiao Mengting's adoration for Zhu Jiudi was even more terrifying than unwavering affection; it was simply mindless protection.
"But aren't they from different generations?" Qin Xiaoyu shook her head.
"When did you become so conservative?" Are asked in surprise.
"That's true, that's not a problem. But wait, isn't Xiao Mengting much older than Zhu Jiujiu, maybe ten years?"
"Honey, this is where I have to say something to you. Aren't you supposed to be fearless? When did you become so fussy? Is age a problem?"
"No." Qin Xiaoyu was speechless, feeling utterly devastated.
Now that I think about it carefully, Xiao Mengting must have admired Zhu Jiujiu for a long time, but did Zhu Jiujiu really like her? Maybe not.
"What are you thinking about?" A Lei glared at her with displeasure.
"It's a good thing that lovers finally get married, we should give them a gift."
“Lovers? Ha, Zhu Ninth said, ‘Except for Wushan, there are no clouds.’ Except for one person, they are all the same to him. It’s better to grant one person’s wish and let one less person suffer in the world,” Areno advised.
"That's pointless, why bring it up?" Qin Xiaoyu felt guilty and quickly changed the subject.
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