A group of socialites rushed around, chattering away like sparrows, completely lacking any elegance.
When Yi Lianxue felt annoyed, an indescribable arrogance welled up in her heart.
Look at this group of people. They used to despise her and look down on her, but now they're begging for her like dogs.
This is what she has always longed for: to become the center of attention, to win fame and fortune. Now she is moving towards her goal, and in the future she will become the most dazzling star in the entertainment industry.
Thinking of this, her smile grew even wider. "Alright, alright, you've asked so many questions at once, how am I supposed to answer them all? Can't you just answer them one by one?"
"Then tell me about Daniel first." That movie star from Italy, with his unique charm and those emerald green eyes, deeply attracted countless young women and captured their hearts.
"Him? Of course I've met him."
In fact, Yi Lianxue had never had the chance to meet an actor of that caliber, but in front of this group of people, she lied without batting an eye, "He is indeed even more handsome in person than in the photos. You haven't seen a living, breathing handsome man. When he gazed at me with those affectionate eyes, I almost fell for him."
"Oh my god!" The socialites imagined the scene and their faces turned red.
Someone couldn't wait to say, "My idol is so charming! Lianxue, you've met him before, so you must have spoken to him, right? Did you exchange contact information? Could you ask him out next time so we can all get to know him?"
Yi Lianxue's face stiffened, and she quickly came up with an excuse: "He is a movie star. He is so busy filming every day, and many fans follow him. If he were to come out and meet you easily, his acting career would be greatly affected if he were photographed."
The socialites thought about it and realized it made sense, and were immediately disappointed.
But soon someone made a new request: "Could you help us get an autograph and a photo? I really like him and will definitely treasure it."
"I want one too..."
"I also want the poster, and can you tell me what movies you've been filming recently?"
One request after another gave Yi Lianxue a headache.
She immediately looked troubled. "With so many of you asking, won't that exhaust Daniel? Don't forget, the Best Actor is very busy!"
The socialites thought about it and realized it made sense, and they all looked dejected.
Yi Lianxue secretly breathed a sigh of relief. Luckily, she reacted quickly and wasn't exposed.
She had barely felt relieved for three seconds when she heard a mocking voice, "Have you really met Daniel? You're not just bragging, are you? Just like when you stole my bracelet to get into the leopard enclosure, you've done plenty of these petty thefts, lies, and cheating."
Yi Lianxue's heart skipped a beat upon hearing this. She subconsciously looked up and saw Li Manyue standing in front of her with her arms crossed, looking down at her with a contemptuous expression.
"I didn't!" she stood up abruptly, retorting instinctively.
“If you’re not lying, you should at least produce a photo to prove you were in the same frame as Daniel, right?” Li Manyue’s eyes were exceptionally sharp, as if she had seen right through her.
She genuinely considered Yi Lianxue a friend and invited her to her home. Little did she know that Yi Lianxue would steal her bracelet and take her place at the event.
People who readily exploit their friends are not trustworthy at all.
But these socialites unanimously agreed to let her re-enter the entertainment circle, just so they could use her connections to date a male idol.
This circle is all about showing off, gossip, and fame and fortune; there's hardly any genuine affection. She should have seen through it long ago.
However, being born into a wealthy family means one is not in control of one's own destiny.
Yi Lianxue felt a pang of panic, but she pretended to be calm and said, "You know what kind of status Daniel has. People like him are most afraid of taking photos with women. If someone with ulterior motives spreads the photos, it will cause a scandal and have a great impact on his career. That's why he doesn't like taking photos with people."
She spoke with such conviction that no one could refute her.
"Then you'll produce three autographed copies of his work tomorrow." Li Manyue wasn't going to let her off the hook. "Our demands aren't high, are they? If you can't even do something this simple, it proves you're still the same liar you used to be, and you don't deserve to work with us!"
If Yi Lianxue were to make another excuse to refuse after all this has been said, she would truly be ridiculed by everyone.
She could only bite the bullet and arrogantly reply, "No problem! But if I succeed, you'll have to apologize for your doubts, slap yourself, and promise not to do it again."
I almost forgot, her fourth cousin, Yi Qilin, is a major shareholder of Xingyu. Getting autographs from celebrities is no problem for her.
Li Manyue even made a bet with her, "Okay!"
The socialites then asked her about other male idols, wanting to get to know them.
This time, Yi Lianxue readily agreed.
These socialites are really lacking in ambition. Instead of spending their money on themselves, they actually want to keep male idols as sugar daddies. How foolish.
Afternoon tea time ended, Yi Lianxue stood up first, tossing her slightly wavy long hair, "Alright, I still have two commercials to shoot later, so I'll be going now. See you tomorrow."
The socialites waved and said, "Remember to invite our young heartthrob out!"
After everyone had walked away, a socialite next to Li Manyue curled her lip in disdain. "I really don't know what she's so arrogant about. Does she really think she's superior just because she's in the entertainment industry? She'd rather be a pampered heiress than become an actress. That kind of circle is filthy. I bet someone like her will eventually become one of them."
"Exactly! We kindly gave her a ticket back into the industry, but she always acts all high and mighty. What's wrong with her?"
"Do you really think we need her help? Bitches are heartless, actors are ungrateful, they're absolutely right."
Li Manyue frowned slightly and said in a calm tone, "No profession should be discriminated against."
Although she disliked Yi Lianxue, a two-faced woman who was full of lies, she disliked gossiping behind people's backs even more.
The socialites all looked embarrassed by what she said.
Just then, a phone call came in. Li Manyue gestured to everyone and got up to answer it, "Hello, Sister Qingruo—"
Watching her departing figure, the socialites curled their lips again and whispered among themselves, "What is she so high and mighty about! Always putting on this righteous act."
"Among all the drunks, am I the only one who is sober?"
"They have a noble status and are said to be very close to the Fu family! We can't afford to offend them."
Wherever there are people, there will always be gossip.
...
The following day was the weekend, a rare holiday.
Yi Tianran slept until noon, and when she stretched and got up, she heard an undisguised voice of disdain, "Even a pig can sleep as well as you."
Yi Tianran turned around and immediately burst into laughter.
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