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Chapter 463: Regretful, Too Late!

Chapter 463: Chapter 463: Regretful, Too Late!

The models waiting backstage stood in order according to the sequence they would appear.

Zhao Lingyu stood proudly like a peacock at the very end.

She was the last to appear.

Also the final centerpiece.

Looking around, a group of models adorned with jewelry were dazzling, each one looking even more beautiful than the flowers they wore, highlighted by their necklaces, bracelets, chains, and armlets.

But Zhao Lingyu sneered in her heart.

A bunch of foolish humans!

Do they even understand the meaning of simplification amidst complexity?

Do they know what returning to authenticity means?

Each one of them really thinks one plus one can be more than two?

Glancing around once more, then checking the mirror, Zhao Lingyu was very satisfied with her simple, elegant, and graceful ensemble.

If Ye Li wasn’t going out of her way to make things difficult for her, Zhao Lingyu believed both Jia He and the audience below would surely recognize her as the best of the show!

After all, without comparison, there’s no differentiation, and luckily for her, so many references were right beside her!

Absolutely perfect!

A fluctuation in light, someone stepped on her shadow.

Zhao Lingyu turned and saw Xiao Wei standing behind her.

"You, what are you doing here?"

Only then did she realize the person ahead of her wasn’t Xiao Wei, Zhao Lingyu asked coldly.

Xiao Wei returned the coldness, "Then go ask Sister Zhen! She arranged it!"

Switching people before a fashion show is common, not to mention just changing the sequence of appearances.

Zhao Lingyu paused.

Looking down, she noticed the Illusion Dream necklace on Xiao Wei’s neck.

In an instant, she understood it all.

On one hand, it seemed normal, after all, Ye Li’s Studio and Jia He collaboration was meant to showcase the studio’s work; if she wasn’t going to exhibit Illusion Dream, Ye Li would definitely change people.

But on the other hand, it felt deliberate by Ye Li.

Her heart kept telling her, your persistence is correct!

But looking at Xiao Wei’s serene face, seeing the 360-degree dazzling Purple Crystal necklace on Xiao Wei’s neck, Zhao Lingyu’s heart skipped a beat in panic.

Did she... make an incorrect decision?

No!

She couldn’t be wrong!

Forcing herself to calm down, she saw the models emerging from the curtains in sync with the melodious rhythm.

The people in front gradually decreased, Zhao Lingyu took a deep breath to adjust her state, unfolded her folding fan covering half her face, and stepped out when the next interlude sounded.

In the "Dream" segment, all the fashions carried a strong traditional Chinese style.

Each outfit represented an era, accompanied by red, yellow, blue, and green gemstone accessories, a grand and colorful national splendor unfolded.

The pleated skirt was lavish.

As the folding fan dropped, a section of the green treasure bracelet slipped from her wrist, appearing elegantly distinct.

The Han costume was elegant.

When turning, the jade pendant at the hem of the dress fluttered with restraint and grace.

The cheongsam was absolutely beautiful.

The earrings slightly swayed romantically as she walked.

Moving forward, whenever a model passed by her side, specks of brilliance would flash by.

By the corner of her eye, Zhao Lingyu suddenly felt like she seemed to be missing something.

People in the audience whispered to each other, they must be talking about her, right?

The camera was still shooting, but the photographer’s shutter clicks seemed less frequent than before.

Also, the applause didn’t sound as loud as before.

On one hand, she felt it was an illusion.

On the other hand, it seemed real.

With the strong psychological resilience honed by years of fashion shows, Zhao Lingyu successfully completed her presentation.

Turning from the front stage to head back, she saw Xiao Wei who was appearing on stage.

The bright spotlight above emitted dazzling rays.

Numerous beams seemed to be absorbed by the Purple Crystal Stone on Xiao Wei’s neck.

Making Illusion Dream splendidly beautiful.

And even more dazzling than Illusion Dream was Xiao Wei’s queen-like holiness.

Clad in white clothes and skirt, Xiao Wei’s eyes were cold, as if she had descended from the Heavenly Palace as the Nine Heavens Mysterious Woman.

And the Illusion Dream necklace was her magic artifact refined over millennia.

Yet Illusion Dream was supposed to be exhibited by her!

Her heart raced, and the step she took didn’t match the intended beat.

Zhao Lingyu abruptly snapped back.

Realizing she was just a step away from the curtain, even if she erred, no one would probably notice, Zhao Lingyu subconsciously sighed.

Following her, a massive sense of urgency emanated from every pore of her body.

Xiao Wei returned, all models appeared one by one, and the first segment "Dream" ended.

Next, there were the segments "Awake" and "Dream".

Almost as soon as she stepped off the stage, Zhao Lingyu went to find Sister Zhen.

"What did you say?"

She listened to Zhao Lingyu saying that she realized her mistake, and according to the original arrangement, she would also present Ye Li’s Studio’s jewelry with the others.

Sister Zhen laughed with anger, "Zhao Lingyu, do you want to listen to yourself and what you’re saying?"

Do you really consider yourself a princess experiencing life on earth, thinking you can do whatever you want?

The opportunity was given to showcase, and you rejected it.

Once someone else took it, you want to go back?

The entire solar system should revolve around you, is that right?

"Too late!"

Not at all surprised by Zhao Lingyu’s regret, Sister Zhen shrugged, "You signed the waiver, and the pieces originally for you have been arranged for Xiao Wei by Mr. Ye."

"Then... can I at least present the set of jewelry arranged for Xiao Wei?"

Zhao Lingyu became anxious.

Sister Zhen shook her head, frustrated with her failure, "There are only three pieces total, and Mr. Ye has already assigned them to others."

No one stipulated that a person could only wear one piece of jewelry.

In such a majestic fashion show representing our great nation, more jewelry should be added to accentuate the lavishness of the clothing.

Zhao Lingyu regretted her choice.

But Sister Zhen’s expression told her it was too late!

"Quickly go change your clothes, next show is about to begin!"

Sister Zhen reminded.

Nodding slightly, Zhao Lingyu lowered her head, walking dejectedly towards the dressing room.

Others shared a large dressing room with ten or twenty people.

But Sister Zhen favored her, providing her with a private small dressing room, hoping she would perform at her best, showcase the best runway presentation, riding the winds of Jia He and Ye Li’s Studio to bring her to the internationally sparkling supermodel competition.

She couldn’t appreciate it, not only losing a perfect opportunity but also offending Mrs. Fu.

She really... was so foolish!

Awakening to this truth belatedly, Zhao Lingyu’s tears fell.

Separated by a wall, Xiao Wei looked at herself in the mirror, her eyes shining.

Actually, victory is the greatest confidence.

The feeling of being the brightest everywhere, both on stage and off, was absolutely exhilarating!

Originally, she chose to be a model because she liked it.

She liked wearing beautiful clothes.

Loved giving those dresses vitality.

Then, showing to those who also appreciated fashion and clothing.

But throughout her journey, every time she did a runway show, she was nervous.

Felt other models were younger, prettier, had more presence than her.

Muddling along until now, only to barely attain a third place.

Chen Guangyu would only say: Baby, no matter what, in my eyes, you’re the best!

But Ye Li said: Sister Qiangwei, both on stage and off, you shine brightest, I am the most beautiful!

With the mentality of "I stand alone in beauty," as she took to the stage, Xiao Wei realized her heartbeat wasn’t racing, her palms weren’t sweating anymore.

She had only one thought in her mind: Watch me stun you with my beauty!

The facts proved she did it!

The most enthusiastic applause.

The cameras and photographers focusing uniformly on her.

And Sister Zhen’s nearly glowing eyes.

Xiao Wei suddenly started looking forward to the international supermodel competition two months away.

"Xiao Wei, hurry, the music has started..."

"Coming, coming!"

Glancing back at the fitting mirror, then turning again, Xiao Wei held her head high, like a phoenix surveying her realm.