Chapter 451: Gotcha!

With Wen Zhenhua's powers of observation, he had sensed the subtle atmosphere between his daughter, Wen Qiuyue, and Wen Ruan before he even arrived.

Therefore, when Wang Shunyu mentioned Wen Ruan, he had made a special trip over.

"Dad..." Wen Qiuyue bit her lip, feeling a burning sensation on her face.

She had just been mocking the other party; if she were to take the initiative to greet her now, wouldn't that be the same as bowing her head and admitting defeat?

"Eh?" Wen Zhenhua's expression turned solemn.

Wen Qiuyue's body trembled, and she said in a low voice, "Hello, President Wen, I am Wen Qiuyue from the Jiaxin Group."

After saying this, her eyes turned red.

Bowing her head to greet a woman she detested—she had never suffered such a grievance since she was a child.

However, they were currently at the International Fashion Exhibition, so she didn't dare to act recklessly.

Wen Ruan gave a hum and patted Yao Lingling on the back. "Lingling, tell me, what exactly is going on?"

With Wen Ruan backing her, Yao Lingling's heart gradually steadied. She took a deep breath and whispered the sequence of events.

As she narrated, Wen Ruan's brows gradually furrowed.

Xiao Liguo's expression shifted slightly, and he interrupted, "Yao Lingling's situation is a normal work adjustment within our company. If she has any opinions or thoughts, she can negotiate with the department leadership."

Design Director Peng Xinlei stepped forward proactively. "President Wen, I am Lingling's supervisor. I will have a good talk with her after the meeting."

Seeing Peng Xinlei's performance, Xiao Liguo nodded in approval.

Given the Nebula International Group's market position in advertising agency services, the best result for a fashion company was naturally to maintain a good relationship with them.

But things had already reached this point.

Surely he, a billionaire and chairman, couldn't be expected to admit his mistake to a designer, could he?

Where would that leave his face?

Business is business, and personal is personal; he hadn't had any conflict with Nebula International.

As the boss, he had the right to do this for his own enterprise.

The only reason he had spoken up was because Wen Zhenhua, Wang Shunyu, and others were present, and he feared losing face.

"No need, Xiao Dong, Director Peng, there's actually nothing to talk about." Yao Lingling looked at them and said, "I've been at Shanya since my senior year internship, and I've always had a good relationship with my colleagues.

Although I've encountered some unhappy things, I've always considered myself a part of Shanya, working hard to improve myself and bring benefits to the company.

Xiao Dong's actions this time have given me a brand-new understanding of the company, and I no longer have any attachment to Shanya."

Her tone was very sincere, and she spoke with great emotion.

Peng Xinlei couldn't help but lower her head.

The surrounding colleagues who were familiar with her had complex emotions flashing in their eyes.

They had just learned the sequence of events through private exchanges.

Yao Lingling, who was representing the Qimeng brand at the exhibition, had her work pulled at the last minute and replaced by Liang Jiani, and her assistant, Li Shumin, had also been laid off.

Although they didn't know why Xiao Dong had done this, they did feel uncomfortable in their hearts.

Xiao Liguo's gaze flickered slightly. "The company is a whole; many things are not as simple as you imagine. Since you have already decided to resign, there is no need to dwell on this anymore."

Then, he turned to Xiao Mingxuan and said in a casual tone, "Mingxuan, Yao Lingling is in your business unit. Go ahead and process her layoff according to the 2n+1 policy."

Xiao Mingxuan, who had been silent, clenched his fists and suddenly spoke up. "Xiao Dong, you also know that Lingling is in our business unit. As the director, why was I completely unaware of her personnel and work changes?"

Xiao Liguo stared into his eyes for a moment and said, "Your task is to cooperate with the company's strategic planning and operate the Qimeng brand well."

Xiao Mingxuan sighed, ignored his old man, and looked at Yao Lingling. "I'm sorry, Lingling."

Yao Lingling took a deep breath, her lips pressed tightly together.

To say she had no resentment toward Xiao Mingxuan would be impossible.

Especially since she had implicated Li Shumin because of herself, she felt even worse.

After a moment, her gaze turned to Wen Qiuyue. "Miss Wen, don't you think what you did was too much?"

Wen Qiuyue's brows twitched. She crossed her left hand over her right arm and said coldly, "Are you going to go on forever? Today is the opening ceremony of the fashion exhibition; I don't want to waste time with you on such boring issues."

"You're the one who won't stop, aren't you?"

Wen Qiuyue took a few deep breaths, suppressing her anger. "Don't be unreasonable here!"

Hearing the two chatting, Wen Zhenhua's brows furrowed tightly, and he said with a serious expression, "Qiuyue, what exactly is going on?"

Xiao Mingxuan explained, "Chairman Wen, Wen Qiuyue previously thought I had an improper relationship with a colleague. Later, the misunderstanding was cleared up, and I thought the matter was over, but she went behind my back to Xiao Dong, which led to today's events."

Wen Zhenhua looked at his daughter and asked, "Is that so?"

Wen Qiuyue gritted her teeth and said, "I didn't do anything wrong; Xiao Mingxuan is the one at fault first!"

"What fault do I have?"

"You know it yourself!"

"Alright, stop arguing, both of you!"

With Wen Zhenhua's sophistication, he could naturally see his daughter's intentions.

Moreover, he knew Wen Qiuyue's temperament very well, and he quickly determined that what Xiao Mingxuan said was the truth.

Under normal circumstances, laying off an ordinary designer was no big deal.

But now that Wen Ruan was present, he had to give both sides some face.

Wen Zhenhua turned around and smiled gently. "I'm sorry, I've let you see a joke.

It seems to be just a small misunderstanding between young people; once it's cleared up, it'll be fine.

Lingling, is it? Today's occasion is quite special; I will look into this matter later.

If you need it, I can help you arrange work; most fashion companies in Yancheng should be no problem."

"No need, Chairman Wen." Yao Lingling shook her head and refused directly.

Wen Ruan, having heard the ins and outs of the matter, felt a surge of anger.

The situation Yao Lingling was currently facing was strangely similar to her own past experience.

She understood Yao Lingling's feelings at this moment all too well.

Taking a deep breath, Wen Ruan said directly, "Chairman Wen, work is a simple matter; I can help Lingling handle it. However, I think Miss Wen should apologize first."

Hearing her words, Wen Qiuyue's eyes widened. "What do you mean by this? You have to keep harping on it..."

"Shut up!" Wen Zhenhua sternly interrupted his daughter and looked at Wen Ruan. "President Wen, the event is about to start, and government leaders and the media are about to enter. I don't think this is the right time to talk about this."

Wen Ruan shook her head. "For a girl, there is nothing more important than her reputation. It's just an apology; it shouldn't take much time. Also, Miss Wen, you said Xiao Mingxuan and Lingling have an improper relationship—do you have any evidence?"

"You..." Wen Qiuyue's chest heaved violently; she was so angry she could explode.

Wen Zhenhua and Xiao Liguo's expressions also turned somewhat ugly. They hadn't expected Wen Ruan to be so relentless, completely disregarding the occasion.

Just as the atmosphere was tense, Wang Shunyu, who was on the side, suddenly spoke up. "The organizers' leaders are entering. President Wen, Chairman Wen, why don't we discuss these matters later?"

As he spoke, he pointed to the restless crowd not far away.

Their location was in the side hall area of the conference center, very close to the exit of the VIP hall.

Listening to the bursts of laughter coming from the side, Wen Zhenhua and Xiao Liguo simultaneously restrained their emotions.

Unlike Wen Ruan, they had come to attend the Yancheng International Fashion Exhibition this time to reach a cooperation with Meigou and get their products into the other party's supply chain.

Now that the cross-border e-commerce market scale was continuously growing and policy support was strong, Meigou, as a domestic leader, was too important to them.

Compared to this cooperation, the little matter between Wen Qiuyue and Yao Lingling was simply not worth mentioning.

Wen Ruan's gaze flickered, and she gently held Yao Lingling's wrist. "Then we'll talk about it later. Don't worry, I'm here."

"Thank you, Sister Wen Ruan." Yao Lingling sniffled, feeling deeply moved. She never expected the other party to go to such lengths for her. She felt that this high-spirited big sister was like a beam of warm light, illuminating her dark world.

She was an optimistic and cheerful lady herself, and looking at Wen Ruan now, she already regarded her as her own big sister.

And there was also Lin Mu Xue from before, which also moved her very much.

It seemed that the friends around Senior Tang Song were all very, very friendly.

She believed that she would definitely become very good friends with Wen Ruan and Lin Mu Xue in the future.

Wen Qiuyue bit her lower lip, staring coldly at Wen Ruan and Yao Lingling opposite her, cursing incessantly in her heart.

However, she also knew that now was definitely not the time to talk about these things.

Soon, a group of more than ten people walked out of the VIP hall one after another, starting to communicate and exchange pleasantries with the guests present.

There were government leaders, as well as executives from the Meigou Import and Export International Trading Company.

Among them, one figure was particularly eye-catching, wearing a fashionable and slim-fitting ladies' suit, with exquisite and beautiful makeup, and an elegant and graceful posture.

!

She stood beside several government leaders, appearing exceptionally outstanding, instantly attracting quite a few gazes.

Wen Zhenhua's brows lifted slightly, and he whispered, "Is she that President Lin?"

"It should be her." Wang Shunyu nodded with a smile. "She wasn't originally on the invitation list; like that Miss Shangguan, she decided to participate suddenly. But this is also good; she should be considered someone who can truly influence the Meigou supply chain."

The few of them had gathered together earlier just to discuss the two women who had suddenly arrived at the exhibition.

Jin Meixiao's assistant, and the general assistant of Rongliu Capital.

Although Jiang Yanbin was a director of the Meigou Import and Export Trading Company, he himself was only a representative of Rongliu Capital, the shareholder.

Although his influence was also great, many important decisions were made by Rongliu Capital's post-investment management department.

And as the general assistant of Rongliu Capital, this President Lin undoubtedly possessed more say.

Wen Ruan, who happened to look up, had her gaze freeze for a moment.

Why is she here?

She had a very deep impression of this beautiful and sexy female assistant of Tang Song.

And there was also her best friend, Zhang Ziqi, who was currently working in the marketing department of the Lanfeng International Hotel and had often spoken to her about this Assistant Lin.

Xiao Liguo looked at his son, who was lowering his head and remaining silent, reached out and patted his arm, reminding him, "Mingxuan, don't just stand there in a daze; remember what you're here for today!"

Xiao Mingxuan gave a hum, took a deep breath, and turned to look at the group of people who had walked out.

Immediately after, the expression on his face froze for a moment, and he blurted out, "Lin Mu Xue?!"

Hearing this name.

Yao Lingling, who had been lowering her head in thought, looked up, a look of surprise flashing in her eyes.

She had just been thinking about her, and in the blink of an eye, Lin Mu Xue appeared at the venue, leaving her somewhat dazed.

Wen Qiuyue's eyelids jumped, her gaze became sharp, and she turned around abruptly.

Lin Mu Xue, who was secretly scanning the entire venue, happened to look over as well.

As their gazes met, it seemed as if two electric currents collided in the air.

The moment she saw her enemy, Lin Mu Xue's adrenaline accelerated, her emotions ran high, and a layer of excited flush surged onto her face.

Gotcha! You stinking bitch!

I told you, we'd be seeing each other soon!

Lin Mu Xue whispered a few words to the person beside her and turned to walk toward this side.

Wen Qiuyue's expression instantly became incomparably gloomy.

Looking at Lin Mu Xue approaching, she recalled the name Xiao Mingxuan had just shouted.

Wang Shunyu asked in surprise, "Mingxuan, do you know her?"

Xiao Mingxuan was stunned and nodded. "Yes."

A look of joy instantly appeared on Xiao Liguo's face. "How do you know President Lin?"

Hearing his father's title, a look of disbelief surged onto Xiao Mingxuan's face.

He had followed his father around in those circles for a while earlier, so he naturally knew who his father was referring to as "President Lin."

But... how is this possible?

Xiao Mingxuan swallowed his saliva and said with difficulty, "Dad, who is the President Lin you're referring to?"

Xiao Liguo whispered, "She is the general assistant of Rongliu Capital, and also a heavyweight guest representing Meigou Import and Export Trading at this opening ceremony."

Xiao Mingxuan's brain buzzed, and he instantly thought of many things.

Wen Qiuyue, who was glaring fiercely at Lin Mu Xue, was stunned, not having reacted yet.

Immediately after, Lin Mu Xue's figure slowly stopped in front of everyone, her gaze calm and confident.

A warm smile appeared on Wen Zhenhua's face. He stepped forward proactively and nodded slightly. "President Lin, I am Wen Zhenhua from the Jiaxin Group; it is an honor to meet you."

Immediately after, Wang Shunyu and Xiao Liguo stepped forward one after another to introduce themselves:

"President Lin, I am Wang Shunyu from Lanzi Shares; I have long admired your name, and to see you today is truly an honor."

"President Lin, I am Xiao Liguo from Shanya Fashion Design."

Lin Mu Xue nodded slightly. After politely exchanging pleasantries with the three, her gaze turned to the other side, and a bright smile instantly bloomed on her face: "Sister Wen Ruan, Lingling, I didn't expect you to be here too; we really have a connection."

Once upon a time, when she had just attained the Dao, she had encountered these two at the Lanfeng International Hotel.

Now that they were meeting again, the high-spirited Empress Empress Mu Xue couldn't help but feel some emotion.

She had matured quite a bit now, and with an Emperor Su floating above her head, she no longer had the hostile mindset from before; instead, she felt exceptionally close.

Wen Ruan smiled slightly, her tone gentle: "Long time no see, Seeing Xiao Xue; you're as graceful as ever."

Hearing Wen Ruan's praise, Lin Mu Xue couldn't help but raise the corners of her eyes. "Sister Wen Ruan is the same."

Yao Lingling took a deep breath and said somewhat awkwardly, "Sister Empress Mu Xue."

The warm atmosphere between the three made Wen Zhenhua and Xiao Liguo's hearts shake simultaneously, their expressions turning complex.

Although they respected Nebula International Group, it was limited to that.

After all, they were the brand owners, and strictly speaking, they belonged to the clients the other party wanted to win over.

But Meigou was different; as a giant in domestic cross-border business and a world-class unicorn, it was an object they were desperately trying to get close to and cling to, and it was absolutely not to be offended.

Lin Mu Xue walked up and affectionately held Yao Lingling's hand. "Lingling, are you okay? Why does your complexion look a bit poor?"

Immediately, she cast her sharp gaze toward Wen Qiuyue, who was still in a daze, and lifted her chin slightly.

A thick sense of oppression struck, and Wen Qiuyue retreated subconsciously, her face instantly turning red as blood.

Sensing her reaction, the corners of Lin Mu Xue's mouth lifted in a faint arc; she felt extremely refreshed in her heart.

Once upon a time, when she was just an ordinary little wild model, Wen Qiuyue was a high-and-mighty big shot and a wealthy beauty in her eyes.

She could easily trample her underfoot and crush her self-esteem.

Forcing her to squeeze into a stinky mall restroom to cry while changing clothes amidst disdainful and contemptuous gazes.

At this very moment, the status of both sides was reversed.

She appeared amidst the stars, looking down at the other party with the absolute posture of a superior.

Even Wen Qiuyue's elders had to be polite to her.

The excitement and agitation in her heart were indescribable; her toes were about to curl into the soles of her shoes.

If she were to play ball with Tang Song now, she would definitely be able to draw a world map in 10 seconds!

(End of chapter)