"Don't try to claim kinship with me." In the end, Fu Qingruo just snorted coldly, threw the luggage in her hand at her, and said, "Put the luggage in the guesthouse that has been arranged, and I'll go find the organizer of the show."
Yi Tianran did not refuse. Carrying her luggage, she turned and left in a cheerful mood.
Although the village is located in a remote area, it is a beautiful place with clear waters and lush mountains.
The fresh air seemed to cleanse even her soul, relaxing her body and mind.
However, this good mood was completely shattered when he saw the person on the other side—
"Wow, Youyou, you're amazing! You've designed such beautiful ethnic costumes."
"I thought you had studied abroad and would be arrogant and only pursue fashion. I didn't expect you to have such expertise in ethnic clothing."
"With your skill level, you might even be able to beat Sister Amy!"
"No, no, everyone is too kind to me. How can I compare to senior students who have been in the industry for many years?" Yi Youyou shook her head in a humble and sincere tone. "Besides, if it weren't for Sister Amy's invitation, I wouldn't have had the opportunity to participate in this kind of ethnic cultural activities. Moreover, I am still a fledgling designer. Even if I have won three awards abroad, it doesn't mean much now."
Others might think she was being modest.
Yi Tianran understood. She first implied that her senior had been in the industry for many years, and then stated that although she was a newcomer, she had won three awards. In terms of ability, she had long surpassed her experienced senior.
—Yi Youyou, after all these years, your skills in pretending to be innocent have become even more refined!
"Youyou, don't be modest. You'll definitely win this competition."
"You are the only eldest daughter of the Yi family, you have every right to be proud!"
"As expected of the rightful heir cultivated by the Yi family, you are of noble birth like your mother and are also capable. You are a role model for all of us."
Yi Tianran's expression was slightly cool.
The only young lady?
The rightful heir?
It seems Yi Youyou really thought she was dead.
The daughter of a mistress repeatedly played the victim and acted pitiful. At such a young age, she was able to harden her heart by slapping herself, breaking toys, cutting her wrists, twisting her ankle, and even pretending to fall into the water. Then, with tears in her eyes, she subtly led everyone to suspect her.
This led everyone to believe that she couldn't tolerate this illegitimate daughter, which is why she committed this heinous act.
Back then, she was young and impetuous, and no matter how much she denied it, no one believed her. She was even severely beaten by Yi Hai, her face was swollen from being slapped, and she was locked up for three days and three nights without food or water. Her body was weak, and she almost died of illness in the Yi family...
Fortunately, her mother eventually left that man and took her with her.
Now Yi Youyou is even better at pretending than before, faking having a legitimate child and shamelessly elevating her status as a mistress.
Although she didn't care about the position of Yi family heir, how could she allow them to climb up by stepping on her and her mother?
Thinking of this, Yi Tianran stepped forward gracefully and asked with feigned doubt, "The only eldest daughter of the Yi family? Isn't she the child of the first wife? I remember she was beautiful and radiant. Is it possible for any Tom, Dick, or Harry to impersonate her these days?"
Yi Youyou was initially beaming with pride from the flattery, her brows relaxed, but upon suddenly hearing this voice, her expression froze. She turned around abruptly and saw a very ordinary-looking woman walking towards her. If it weren't for the exquisite little suit she was wearing, she would almost have mistaken her for a local village girl.
Because Yi Tianran was used to putting on makeup before going out to hide her original appearance, Yi Youyou didn't recognize her true identity at all, but felt that the woman's temperament was somewhat familiar.
Those around them were taken aback for a moment, blurting out, "What original wife? Wasn't Youyou's mother the original wife? Could she be the mistress?!"
Yi Youyou's face was extremely unpleasant. These days, everyone condemns mistresses, so her mother's status as a mistress has always been a sore spot for her.
She studied abroad for many years and entered the design industry after returning to China. She kept this a secret and let outsiders think that she was the most noble and proper young lady.
Hearing everyone praise her as a daughter of a prestigious family while looking at her with envious eyes, she felt incredibly satisfied.
Now, however, she was easily exposed by a woman who appeared out of nowhere, which was almost like a slap in the face, making her face turn red with anger on the spot.
Before she could refute, someone immediately said, "How could that be! Mrs. Yi has such an elegant and noble demeanor. She is said to be of mixed noble blood. She and Mr. Yi are a perfect match and have a deep and loving relationship. That's what the newspapers say."
"Such scandals in wealthy families are naturally covered up in public, but they're no secret in high society. I happen to be one of them." Yi Tianran said with a half-smile, ruthlessly exposing him, "Back when the original wife hadn't divorced Mr. Yi yet, the mistress brought her illegitimate child to the door. That illegitimate child was only a year younger than the eldest daughter of the Yi family. I suppose... it must be this person in front of you?"
This... The combination of information such as the scumbag abandoning his wife and daughter, and the mistress bringing her illegitimate child to provoke him left the onlookers speechless. For a moment, their gazes toward Yi Youyou were both subtle and disgusted.
"You're spouting nonsense!" The words "bastard child" pierced Yi Youyou's heart deeply. Her eyes welled up with tears, her expression a mixture of grievance and stubbornness: "Who exactly are you? Why are you slandering me like this? Are you a competitor for this fashion show?"
As long as she denies it outright, and this woman can't produce any evidence, since Yi Tianran and her short-lived mother are both dead, others will naturally believe her more.
Others initially doubted the veracity of this statement, but upon hearing it, they realized that it was possible for a competitor to deliberately sow discord.
"Slander?" Yi Tianran scoffed, saying casually, "I remember there was a news report a while ago saying that the head of the Yi family and his wife celebrated their 20th wedding anniversary. How come they have a 25-year-old daughter after only 20 years of marriage? If she's not an illegitimate child, did your mother have her with some other man outside?"
"You..." Yi Youyou almost vomited blood from anger, but she couldn't refute him. Her feigned weak image was almost exposed.
Those around them also realized, "That's right! I've read that report too, how come I didn't notice this blind spot!"
"But didn't she always say that she was the eldest daughter of the Yi family?"
"Are you stupid?! Who would admit that their own mother was a mistress and that they are an illegitimate child? That would be too shameful!"
In an instant, mocking gazes fell upon Yi Youyou, making her feel like she had thorns in her back, embarrassed and humiliated, wishing she could slap this bitch to death.
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