After Being Blackened All Over the Internet, I Ruled the Military Variety
Chapter 669 - 659: Brand Invitation, Gu Family Comes

Chapter 669: Chapter 659: Brand Invitation, Gu Family Comes

The intense stares thrown at her were too strong to ignore, and without waiting for Shen Yunqing’s reminder, Jiang Lingxi had already opened her eyes to look back.

"So, have you eaten?"

Tong Yue led Lu Zhengzheng and the others to Jiang Lingxi. Watching Shen Yunqing seated nearby, she opened her mouth, "We ate before coming."

Shen Yunqing stood up, "You all chat."

His retreat instantly made everyone feel much more at ease.

"Is this really a guest visit? Don’t you feel it’s a bit arrogant?"

"Then just think of me as on vacation." Jiang Lingxi gestured to the chairs around, "Sit wherever you like."

Tong Yue sat down nearby, just about to ask how she suddenly got invited to Aibosi Manor as a guest, when her gaze swept to Jiang Lingxi’s hands lying flat on her abdomen and she gasped.

"What happened to your hands? What caused this? It’s not painted on, is it?" As she spoke, she reached out to touch them.

Jiang Lingxi quickly moved her hands away, "Don’t touch."

The words carried a stern tone, making Tong Yue pause, "W-what’s wrong?"

"There’s been a bit of an accident with my hands; it’s not painted, and if you touch them, it will—it will hurt a lot." Seeing Tong Yue frown, the others came over upon hearing this. "I asked you over today because there’s something I need to tell you. I have to stay here a few more days, so you should take Yunqing’s and my luggage and head back first."

Tong Yue dared not touch Jiang Lingxi’s hands again and blurted out her questions: "What exactly happened? When did the accident occur? Last night? By the way, what happened at the dinner last night? And don’t your hands need hospital treatment? Why must you stay here?"

"It’s a personal matter, Sister Tong. I’m currently getting treatment."

Tong Yue opened and closed her mouth.

She had witnessed Jiang Lingxi handle private matters before; that issue had been no small affair. That this time she even hurt her hand suggested it was more severe than before.

This implied she should not pry further.

However curious she was, like a cat with an itch, she suppressed it and stopped others from speaking up, "Is your treatment lying in the sun?"

Jiang Lingxi nodded at her earnestly.

Tong Yue: "..."

Why did she find it so surreal!

She asked again, "Really okay?"

"Really nothing."

"Alright then. We brought yours and Mr. Shen’s luggage, should we place it in your room?"

"Mm."

Tong Yue waved for Lu Zhengzheng and them to get busy.

"Yesterday, your runway show was a hit; I received several brand endorsement invites shortly after. I was planning to discuss them well when we get back, but with your hand... can it heal soon?"

Jiang Lingxi truly couldn’t give a definite answer; she naturally wanted to recover quickly.

Although there were people to help with washing and feeding, doing it a few times was enjoyable, but too much made her feel like a useless person.

"What are the endorsements?"

"One for a car, two for jewelry, and a watch brand, quite high-end ones. I’ve checked, and these brands value fashion and popularity, which your show has caught their eye on." Talking about this left Tong Yue glowing, "Compared to the previous brand invites, these are really at the top of the pyramid. Missing out due to your hand is truly a bit regrettable."

Not just a bit, actually quite regrettable.

An artist’s standing in the circle correlates with brand endorsements; it’s a mutually beneficial relationship.

With these endorsements, other smaller brands wouldn’t even dare join in.

"Send them to me for a look first."

Tong Yue nodded, taking out her tablet from her bag and forwarding the cooperation emails from the brands.

"How long before you can return?"

"Short would be three to five days, long a week."

Tong Yue breathed a sigh of relief, "That’s good then."

Just then, Vini came over, "Miss Jiang."

Seeing Tong Yue next to her, "Madam Tong."

Tong Yue quickly stood up. How could she not recognize this young lady, but she was surprised the other knew her, an agent, "Miss Vini, you know me?"

Vini smiled and nodded, "The vehicle picking up Madam Tong and her group was sent by me."

Of course, she had to brief herself about Miss Jiang’s team.

Tong Yue turned to see Jiang Lingxi still lounging comfortably on the recliner.

Words at the tip of her tongue came to a halt.

Vini, however, saw no issue; had Jiang Lingxi specially got up to welcome her, she would’ve been caught off guard instead.

"Your flight is at three this afternoon; you can linger at the manor, have lunch, and then take the car to the airport," Vini said.

"I checked, and there were only evening flights left."

Vini explained with a smile, "After the pageant, more people leave in two days, so a few flights were arranged, including one to Hua State’s Imperial City."

Tong Yue immediately said no more.

The Aibosi family owns these lands; arranging flights was unimaginable for her, but probably just a matter of course for them.

And they didn’t have to catch a late-night flight, clearly benefiting from their artist.

Jiang Lingxi noticed Vini had more to say but hesitated in front of Tong Yue, "Oh right, Sister Tong, I remember Zhengzheng and the others wanted to tour around Aibosi Manor after finishing up?"

Tong Yue understood, "That girl was talking about it this morning."

Vini promptly said, "I’ll have someone show you around."

"That would be wonderful, thank you, Miss Vini."

"You’re welcome, Madam Tong."

When Lu Zhengzheng and the rest finished placing their luggage and got such good news, they excitedly went out.

All they had hoped for was a tour outside, but they got to explore inside.

Hit the jackpot.

They just didn’t dare take photos as it was the Aibosi family’s living area.

"Miss Vini, please sit."

Vini sat where Tong Yue had just been, "Early today, my grand-aunt made a call personally, questioning Gu Qiantong’s grandfather, Mr. Gu Bingshen. Now the Gu Family’s negotiators should be on their way, and barring surprises, they’ll arrive at the manor this afternoon."

Jiang Lingxi’s expression immediately lost its warmth, but before she could speak, her rocking chair swayed.

She looked up above her.

Shen Yunqing released his hand, "I’m the direct victim here. Let me deal with Gu Qiantong. You relax and sunbathe."

Jiang Lingxi: "... You look more like the patient than I do."

At least she only had a problem with her hand; his face was still pale.

The doctor said post-concussion symptoms would last at least three to five days, and it’s only been one day. Even if symptoms eased slightly, full recovery wasn’t possible.

"Have the Gu family come here and bring Gu Qiantong along too."

Vini looked between the two of them, hesitated for a moment, and ultimately decided to follow Jiang Lingxi’s instruction, "Okay."

By noon, after a round around the manor, Tong Yue and the others had a sumptuous meal, then took an Aibosi family car to the airport, only to find they were arranged in luxurious first-class cabins.

Seeing the high-profile celebrities and top brands in the same class, they exchanged knowing glances.

If not for their artist, they’d write their names backward.

Meanwhile, at Aibosi Manor, Jiang Lingxi and Shen Yunqing awaited the Gu family representatives brought by Aibosi Koli and a Gu Qiantong, who stayed up overnight at a small villa in Wu Hua and was now on the brink of mental collapse.