The new task was related to Huo Ziyao.
Lin Muchen hadn't expected her to be so bold.
She had actually worn a knock-off gown.
One had to know that such an act was a major taboo in the fashion industry!
She would be blacklisted by the entire fashion world!
Furthermore, Huo Ziyao was one of the top five popular actresses in the country.
Given her status, this was an extreme embarrassment.
Lin Muchen sighed to herself.
It wasn't that she wanted to scheme against Huo Ziyao.
But since the other party had so readily offered her a chance to retaliate, why shouldn't she seize it?
...
Her agent picked her up for the red carpet, and Ye Tongtong was a bit curious.
"Xiao Ci, I've prepared the Chanel Oriental series for you. Their designer said you could pick anything. Since you are Chanel's spokesperson, you can naturally choose freely."
Lin Muchen nodded and explained.
"I want to wear two outfits."
"One for the red carpet, and another for the indoor event."
"For the indoor outfit, I'll coordinate with Sister Lan and Ling Qianhe."
"If I really win Best Supporting Actress, I'll change into a special dress to accept the award."
Ye Tongtong finally understood.
"Two outfits, that's not bad. Wearing Chanel on the red carpet shows respect to the brand."
"However, Huo Ziyao had some unpleasantness with you regarding this brand before. I'm worried she might make things difficult for you on the red carpet, so you should go and come back quickly..."
Lin Muchen hummed in agreement.
In fact, her agent didn't need to worry.
This was because she was nominated for "Fang Fei Juedai."
Therefore, she would walk the red carpet with Ling Qianhe and Zhao Lan, Sister Lan!
One was a reigning superstar, and the other a grand slam Best Actress. Who would dare to disrespect her?
...
"Next, walking towards us is the cast of 'Fang Fei Juedai.' This film has become the biggest winner at the Zijing Awards, with nominations for Best Supporting Actress, Best Supporting Actor, Best Screenplay, Best Cinematography... a total of eight nominations!"
Lin Muchen wore an elegant white gown.
On the red carpet, her white dress was like a blooming lily, pure and exquisite. As the cameras focused on her face, her beauty was breathtaking.
【Xiao Ci's look today is so beautiful again!】
【The dress is from Chanel's haute couture... I heard one dress costs 500,000 yuan.】
【Sob, our Xiao Ci is truly a great beauty built with money.】
【She's really beautiful, so beautiful, she's killing me with her looks.】
【Beautiful, ultimate, human!】
The fan club photographers quickly took pictures.
The unedited photos were identical to the videos, but they exuded an even more ethereal aura.
Ling Qianhe quickly walked towards her and looked at her shoulder. A dark red plum blossom meandered, drawn stroke by stroke by the stylist. Although it was a finishing touch to her look, Ling Qianhe knew clearly in his heart.
This plum blossom was to cover the hickey on her shoulder.
The hickey from last night was deep.
That red mark was too obvious.
So, it had to be covered by a plum blossom.
Ling Qianhe leaned into her ear.
"Last night, I kissed too deeply."
The fan club photographers screamed, taking photos while frantically sending messages in their group chat.
"Ling Qianhe and Lin Muchen are whispering!"
"Those who can hear them, quickly translate what they're saying!"
Those who could hear trembled, not daring to translate.
Ling Qianhe's smile widened.
This man, dangerous and mysterious, possessed a captivating charm.
【Sob, Brother Qianhe is so handsome!】
【He's really good-looking! Ling Qianhe, forever the god!】
【Do you guys feel that Ling Qianhe's aura is getting stronger? I feel like his entire demeanor has changed, becoming mysterious and alluring.】
【The way he looks at Lin Muchen, tsk tsk, it's truly sensual, 'siha,' both doting and deeply affectionate, as if they're completely communicating through their eyes!】
【It's too captivating, I'm already drunk on his gaze.】
Zhao Lan smiled as she watched the two of them.
Lin Muchen walked the red carpet in her white dress. Ling Qianhe was about to drape his suit jacket over her shoulders when the cameras shifted away from them.
Then, the host became excited.
"It's Huo Ziyao! She is one of our special guests at this Zijing Film Festival. Over the past twenty years, she has acted in numerous works and received nominations..."
"Is she wearing the Jiutian Fengque gown designed by Zimu? It's rumored that the gown is inspired by historical empresses, exuding power and supreme authority!"
Zimu dared to design it.
Huo Ziyao dared to wear it.
Cameras flashed wildly, capturing her.
Meanwhile, Ling Qianhe frowned.
"This dress..."
Lin Muchen turned to look at Ling Qianhe.
"What's wrong?"
Ling Qianhe said without hesitation, "Her dress is fake."
"The golden phoenixes on her dress are too rough. Zimu's designs would never be this crude."
"Zimu is known as a supreme genius in the fashion world."
"'Jiutian Fengque' is her magnum opus, a top-tier gown that one can discern the flow of artistry just by looking at it."
"Huo Ziyao's dress, while beautiful, lacks soul."
"This dress cannot possibly be real."
Ling Qianhe's praise for Zimu made Lin Muchen feel quite pleased.
She smiled and glanced at Ling Qianhe.
"Her dress is indeed fake."
Ling Qianhe rarely heard her confirm something so definitively. His heart stirred, and he suddenly thought of a possibility.
He looked at Lin Muchen.
"So..."
He pondered for a moment.
"Do you know where the genuine one is?"
While he and Lin Muchen were still whispering secrets below, the awards ceremony had already begun on stage.
It so happened that Huo Ziyao was to present the Best Newcomer award.
She walked onto the stage gracefully in her magnificent gown.
"Best Newcomer."
She opened the envelope and glanced at the list.
The smile on her face froze, and her complexion instantly turned pale and unsightly.
Her expression was unpleasant, her demeanor as if in great pain.
"The winner of Best Newcomer..."
"Lin Muchen."
She uttered Lin Muchen's name with gritted teeth.
Having to present an award to Lin Muchen made her feel unbearable, as if she had been punched.
But she had to force a smile.
The audience consisted of reporters, peers, and her archrival Zhao Lan. She couldn't afford to lose her composure.
Lin Muchen walked onto the stage and accepted the trophy from Huo Ziyao.
The young woman was radiant.
She delivered her acceptance speech.
"Thank you to the director, the crew, and all the actors I worked with on set."
"Thank you to Zhao Lan, Sister Lan, for choosing me to play the role of Qi Qingling. During filming, I breathed with this character and shared its destiny."
"I was completely immersed in this role, and this character allowed me to enter the film industry successfully and gain unprecedented experiences."
"Thank you, everyone."
"Thank you to my fans who support me, you make me believe that I can truly do it."
She paused for a moment and then continued with conviction.
"Thank you to my co-star, Ling Qianhe."
"It's because he played Shen Jin'an that I could be Qi Qingling."
"Thank you."
The camera focused on Ling Qianhe. In the depths of his eyes, a faint flame seemed to ignite little by little.
The dazzling and captivating male star, the most radiant superstar amidst the lights, smiled because of her single thank you.
The corner of his lips turned up.
His eyes held stars.
His heart warmed.
He pursed his lips and said with his lips.
"You're welcome."
"It's my duty."
The unspoken subtext was understood by both her and Ling Qianhe.
Ling Qianhe wanted to say.
【Who asked... you to be mine.】
【Spoiling you is my duty.】