As everyone eagerly awaited the announcement of the results, the emcee fell silent, keeping everyone in suspense.
The atmosphere below the stage immediately became even more lively, with everyone cheering and urging the emcee to hurry up.
Ni Sitian linked arms with Xu Tingchuan, looked up at him, and smiled slightly.
Unfortunately, before her smile could last long, the emcee on stage suddenly changed his tune: "Why don't we announce the queen first? Who is this beautiful and elegant lady?"
Ni Sitian straightened her back nervously. She didn't want to let anyone else have Xu Tingchuan's dance. Although she couldn't dance at all, ballroom dancing involved hugging and cuddling, and she didn't want to see him dancing with another woman in his arms.
Xu Tingchuan looked down at her wary expression and wanted to laugh. Actually, there was something he hadn't told her, but he thought it would be good for him to be nervous.
"The most elegant and beautiful queen tonight is number 126..."
When Ni Sitian heard the emcee announce the number, she looked down at the flower wreath in her hand, which was number 108, and immediately felt disappointed. She blinked her eyes and looked at Xu Tingchuan pitifully.
Xu Tingchuan smiled faintly, about to say something to comfort her, when the emcee on the stage laughed and announced loudly: "Miss Xiang Zhilan, number 126."
Ni Sitian was taken aback for a moment, but she wasn't surprised. Zhi Lan's selection was the most reasonable thing to do.
If Xu Tingchuan has to dance with another woman tonight, then dancing with Zhi Lan would be the most acceptable option for her.
After the emcee announced the name, everyone looked left and right, checking if it was someone next to them.
Xiang Zhilan was already surrounded by a group of men, and her head was spinning from seasickness. Suddenly, she heard someone call her name, and she looked on with a blank and confused expression.
Meanwhile, a man standing next to Xiang Zhilan whispered, "Number 126, so your surname is Xiang."
The sound attracted the attention of others, and its influence gradually expanded. The other lights in the venue dimmed, and a beam of white light shone on Xiang Zhilan.
All eyes turned to the beam of white light, and the noisy venue fell silent for a second or two as everyone held their breath at Xiang Zhilan's radiant beauty.
Xiang Zhilan herself was still completely confused. Had she won the lottery?
I heard there's a lucky draw at this year's annual meeting, which is why everyone has to register their names and get a number at the entrance. But shouldn't the lucky draw be held last?
"Congratulations to Miss Xiang for outshining all the beauties tonight and winning our queen's crown." The emcee smiled, and then two waiters walked towards Xiang Zhilan.
Xiang Zhilan stood up blankly. One waiter carried a tray, and another waiter lifted the red silk on the tray, revealing a dazzling crown lying quietly in a jewelry box, gleaming under the lamplight.
The waiter bowed respectfully to Xiang Zhilan, smiled slightly, and picked up the crown.
Xiang Zhilan naturally lowered her head slightly, and the small and cute crown was placed on her head.
Everyone applauded, but Xiang Zhilan still looked completely bewildered.
The emcee on stage smiled and continued into the microphone, "So, tonight, which handsome gentleman will be the perfect match for our beautiful queen as king?"
Many people in the audience had already turned their gazes to Xu Tingchuan, and then glanced at Ni Sitian, some with sympathy, others with amusement.
However, the emcee pointed to another spot, and the backstage staff controlled the lights to sweep in that direction. The emcee laughed and announced loudly, "Our king tonight is our handsome and extraordinary Director Shen Muzhi."
Everyone who initially thought it was Xu Tingchuan was stunned, and then they all turned to look at the area illuminated by the light.
Under the white light, Shen Muzhi appeared even more aloof and noble, exuding a chilling aura.
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