"Mom, do you think I'd lie to you about something like this?" Chen Li Shu shook her head helplessly, then smiled and explained, "When everything happened that day, I arrived in time and brought Gu Xing Dong out. I know full well whether the two of them got together or not.
Originally, I thought there might be some truth to it, until Zhang Wan'er said they had slept together and then provoked me with it. That's when I knew it was all her scheme, and I had already regained my senses."
Upon hearing Chen Li Shu's explanation, Li Xiu Lan nodded, feeling somewhat relieved. She smiled and said, "It's good that you two trust each other. To be honest, Zhang Wan'er also sent emissaries today to persuade me to accept her."
Chen Li Shu raised an eyebrow upon hearing Zhang Wan'er's intentions were so obvious, and asked, "Then how did you resolve it, Mom?"
"How could I agree to such a thing? Even if I didn't have a son like Gu Xing Dong, I couldn't be without you! The children trust you very much. If you were to leave, wouldn't I lose a daughter-in-law who can earn money, is well-behaved, and takes care of the family? And several obedient and sensible children? Although Mom comes from the countryside and doesn't understand many things, I understand one saying: harmony in the family leads to prosperity. I can't do something so foolish. If my entire family falls apart and I become the sinner, I wouldn't be able to sleep or eat peacefully for the rest of my life!"
Li Xiu Lan's expression was exceptionally righteous as she said this. Chen Li Shu saw this, and the big stone in her heart finally landed. She then firmly grasped Li Xiu Lan's hand, took a deep breath, and slowly said, "Mom, the situation is a bit complicated right now, and I can't explain it clearly to you directly. But you have to believe that Gu Xing Dong and I won't hold a grudge overnight. We will definitely resolve our conflicts promptly. You just need to firmly believe that our family will be fine and not be misled by anyone!"
"Okay," Li Xiu Lan nodded, agreeing to the matter. The two looked at each other, their lips curving upwards slightly.
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Meanwhile, at the Dynasty Grand Hotel.
As soon as Zhang Wan'er returned to her hotel room, Alice knocked and entered. Seeing her dejected expression, Zhang Wan'er curiously asked, "What's wrong? Did something happen?"
"Wan'er, by rights, competition entries shouldn't be shown to anyone else. But since you're the only friend I've made here, and a truly good one, I want you to take a look at my entry and tell me what you think. I don't know Chen Li Shu's skill level, but I've heard that her designs are very innovative and can immediately capture customers' attention. I can guarantee I can win..."
Zhang Wan'er pursed her lips, then took out her phone and showed Alice the designs she had photographed that day. "Take a look."
When Alice saw the design drafts on Zhang Wan'er's phone, the frown on her brow gradually relaxed, and her expression turned to shock. "Who did you get to create these design drafts? I didn't expect your China to have such an amazing designer! Do you have this designer's phone number? I want to discuss design matters with her. Perhaps I can get inspiration from her, and I'll definitely be able to design something stunning! What do you say?"
Hearing Alice's words, the expression on Zhang Wan'er's face instantly fell. She wasn't a professional in this field, so apart from finding Chen Li Shu's design drafts beautiful, she had no other comments. She hadn't expected Alice, a chief designer, to express such affirmation for Chen Li Shu. This meant the competition was looking rather uncertain.
Noticing Zhang Wan'er's change in expression, Alice pursed her lips and said meaningfully, "You're not going to give me her contact information, are you?"