After Bankruptcy, the Billionaire Asked Me to Marry Him!
Chapter 388: She Has No Him in Her Eyes

Chapter 388: Chapter 388: She Has No Him in Her Eyes

"Hello, Mr. Dai. Is there something you need?"

"It’s nothing important. I just heard that Xie Chenlu applied at your studio, and I wanted to give you a heads-up. It’s good for young people to respect industry veterans, but don’t be fooled by his sweet talk... Ye Li, you understand what I mean, right?"

"Not really."

"..."

"...Let me be frank, Xie Chenlu was once the chief designer at my Dane Studio too, but do you know what he did? I can’t believe you’re unaware. Breach of contract, arson... Any one of those charges would be enough to ruin his reputation in the industry. Ye Li, holding onto someone like that, you think he can work for you, but aren’t you afraid he’ll explode like a ticking time bomb one day? I’m only saying this for Uncle Fu’s sake..."

"Wait a minute!"

Ye Lixiao laughed, "Can I not look out for my own husband’s reputation? Do I still need you to? Mr. Dai, whatever happened back then, the heavens know, the earth knows, you know, Xie Chenlu knows. As for me, I have zero interest. Thanks for your kind intentions! But, I have a word for Mr. Dai..."

The other side fell silent, and Ye Li said in a low voice, "If you want something not to be known, then don’t do it."

"Ye Li!"

Dai Qingzhou seemed infuriated, his voice rising a few pitches.

Ye Li remained unfazed, "Didn’t you say, any one of those charges is enough to bury Xie Chenlu. But Mr. Dai, aside from those under-the-table moves, Dane publicly just ended the contract, that’s all."

If Xie Chenlu really breached the contract and committed arson, the contract breach would be enough to sue him, with damages likely reaching hundreds of thousands.

Not to mention arson, that’s a crime.

Yet nothing happened.

Both the official reports and Dane’s press conference claimed it was an internal accident.

Only in private, there are rumors circulating, saying it was Xie Chenlu who started the fire, and Dane, viewing him as one of their own and as the chief designer, wanted to save face, and thus downplayed the incident.

Over the years, Dane gained power, these words spread far and wide, listeners believed, and speakers assumed them true.

But Ye Li did not believe.

People may be deceptive, but not their works.

A dishonest person cannot design works like Xie Chenlu’s.

The intention was initially to give Ye Li a reminder, a bit of guidance from a senior to a junior.

Whether to listen or not was Ye Li’s own business.

But Dai Qingzhou did not expect Ye Li to be so unyielding, openly and subtly retorting, almost accusing her and Dane of collusion.

"That’s all I have to say, so... take care!"

Dai Qingzhou sneered, "Ye Li, until we meet again!"

July’s Radiant.

August’s Songs of Time.

In terms of the number of participants alone, Dane crushed Ye Li’s Studio in the two competitions.

Dai Qingzhou couldn’t believe, relying on just Ye Li, Wan Mingyi, and Xie Chenlu, they could surpass all the exceptionally talented designers at Dane Studio.

Well then... let’s see!

Feeling absolutely confident, Dai Qingzhou hung up the phone, and couldn’t help but curl her lips.

The industry was praising Ye Li to no end, even before graduation, the title of "Dark Horse Designer" was already tossed onto her.

She had seen Ye Li’s few works, which were just so-so.

At Dane Studio, she couldn’t even mix as an intermediate designer, let alone advanced or chief.

Fu Group is the largest investor in Imperial University’s research.

"Shining with You" also has Fu Yanci’s influence behind it.

Not to mention, the Fu Family is one of the major clients of "Charity Night."

Whether Ye Li is truly a talented dark horse designer or just praised by the Fu Family, only they know.

Even so, thinking of Xie Chenlu, Dai Qingzhou still couldn’t help but grip the mouse tightly.

Recalling five years have already passed.

Recalling it’s no longer possible for anyone to threaten her position at Dane.

And relying merely on Ye Li’s Studio, Xie Chenlu won’t be able to stir up much trouble.

Dai Qingzhou’s mood gradually calmed.

...

Ye Li walked into the classroom just on time.

Nearing the end of term, the classes were busy, with preparation for review and the need to pre-arrange studios to intern at next semester. During breaks, the classroom was filled with bustling discussions.

Ye Li was even busier.

When her phone started vibrating, Ye Li couldn’t help but smile.

[Mr. Ye, please help me check, up to which day is Mr. Fu’s appointment scheduled?]

She could feel the man’s grievances even through the screen, Ye Li replied with a smile, [Oh, it’s already set. Mr. Fu, can you make it?]

Fu Yanci instantly replied with an emoji saying ’wait for me.’

Lunch was at a private restaurant near Imperial University.

While eating and chatting, Fu Yanci seemed in a great mood, "Next month, when you go to Paris for the competition, I’m just happening to travel too, we’ll go together."

Ye Li was taken aback, "You’re going too? Then... what about Brother Mu?"

When Xiao Bao was mentioned, Fu Yanci paused.

He was just thinking of strolling hand in hand with Ah Li on the romantic Champs Elysees, completely forgetting everything else.

Now, thinking of poor Xiao Bao, and also a complicated history tied to Lin Kerou, there was a hint of hesitation on Fu Yanci’s face.

Ye Li blinked, "How about taking Brother Mu and Grandmother together?"

???

The romantic duo tour suddenly turned into a family outing.

Fu Yanci hadn’t decided yet, while Ye Li was already excitedly calling Old Mrs. Fu.

Even across the call, one could feel Grandmother’s eyes squinting into a smile, and Fu Yanci looked at Ye Li again, his heart softened.

Old Mrs. Fu said her legs were old and lazy.

Li Xueqing and Aunt Lan also mentioned the hot weather made them want to stay at home.

Only Xiao Bao, who was still in kindergarten, hadn’t returned; everyone else politely declined.

"Fu Yanci..."

Ye Li chuckled, as she picked out a braised lion’s head for him, her eyes curved with a smile, "This is our first time traveling together."

Fu Yanci froze.

He wanted to say no, there had been once before.

But the words were swallowed back.

That time was with two families traveling together.

And this time, it was him and Ah Li.

Indeed, it was their first time traveling together.

Although there was an extra third wheel this time, compared to the last time when she had eyes only for others, it was already countless times better.

"That’s right!"

Ruffling Ye Li’s hair, Fu Yanci nodded in agreement.

After lunch, one returned to school, the other to Fu Group, both immersing themselves into another round of busy work.

Early July, Imperial University’s semester-end exams, kindergarten break began.

The day after the break began, a private jet took off from Imperial Airport heading to Paris.

Everyone was in high spirits.

Including Lin Kerou.

Knowing Ye Li was going to Paris for the competition.

Also knowing Fu Yanci was exceptionally accompanying her.

As soon as she thought of these two leaving, with no obstacles between her and Xiao Bao, during this time, Lin Kerou worked long hours tirelessly, eager to spend every moment with Xiao Bao to build their relationship.

Prior to the holiday, they departed shortly after.

Lin Kerou already planned where to take Xiao Bao for fun.

Before long, if they warmed up to each other, they might even travel to farther places.

She messaged Xiao Bao the night before, but got no reply.

Called the next day, but his phone watch was turned off.

With a belly full of confusion, she rushed to the Fu Mansion. As soon as she entered the alley, Lin Kerou was already sneering: You won’t let me near the mansion? I’m in here, aren’t I?

Ye Li, only you consider yourself so important.

With a gentle and elegant smile, she knocked on the mansion door, hearing from the servant that the young master had gone to Paris with Uncle Fu and Lady.

Lin Kerou’s smile instantly shattered on her face.