The Reborn Aristocrat’s Daughter
Chapter 517: Holding a Grudge (2)_1

Chapter 517: Chapter 517: Holding a Grudge (2)_1

As soon as Situ Xin saw the expression on the models’ faces, she knew they were certain that her identity was no ordinary one. As for what exactly that identity was, they had no clue. But that didn’t matter; all they needed to know was that this designer was not someone they could afford to offend, and that was enough.

"Xiao Xin, that model who just left was the one we found for the finale of the fashion show. Now that she’s gone, what should we do?" Yu Shiyin had been enjoying watching the mistress model get handled by Situ Xin and the others. Yu Shiyin, having been through a failed marriage herself, though she had gotten back on her feet and started a new life, still had a deep disdain for mistresses of that sort.

However, after the satisfaction of watching it all had passed, Yu Shiyin remembered such an important matter only when Situ Xin started to assign the clothes.

"That model was supposed to be the finale’s showstopper?" Lu Juan asked with surprise. She had delegated the model arrangements to Yu Shiyin and the staff of the "Xin" branch. Therefore, she wasn’t very clear about the details concerning the models.

"Yes. That model was recommended by the manager over at the branch. We started looking for models a bit late. Many well-known models had already been snapped up by big brands, and I was worrying about not finding someone well-known enough to carry the show when the branch manager happened to give me her details, saying she was quite famous in BL and had plenty of experience. I saw the manager’s documents and she looked good and experienced, so I agreed," Yu Shiyin said, also annoyed at herself for not having done a thorough investigation before deciding—simply relying on that little piece of paper to make the choice. And now trouble had arisen with one model short at this critical juncture; what to do?

"You said she was recommended by the branch general manager?" Situ Xin latched onto the first part of Yu Shiyin’s words.

"Yes, it was the branch general manager’s recommendation. I still have the documents he gave me," Yu Shiyin said as she was about to dig out the documents from her bag. But Situ Xin stopped her. "No need for that now; I won’t need it just yet. Just keep those documents safe for me, I’ll ask for them when I need them."

"Alright," agreed Yu Shiyin with a nod.

"Xiao Xin, what do we do now? We don’t have enough models, and we might not be able to find suitable ones if we start looking now," Lu Juan said with an anxious look. The success of Situ Xin’s fashion show was crucial for the "Xin" clothing company to break out of Country H and onto the world stage.

"Xiao Xin, do you need my help?" Xiao Muli couldn’t bear to see Situ Xin looking anxious and wanted to help her solve the problem with his own strength. Moreover, everything Xiao Muli did to become stronger and stronger was also for Situ Xin.

Situ Xin didn’t respond to Xiao Muli’s question immediately but instead turned to Lu Juan and Yu Shiyin. "Auntie, does the fashion show have a specific requirement for the number of models?"

"That... I don’t think so," Lu Juan thought for a moment and replied. "However, while the number of models isn’t specified, you’ve designed so many outfits that you need that many models to showcase them."

"About that..." Situ Xin carefully considered the entire process of the fashion show and then realized that the idea she had just now was entirely unfeasible. "Then, Brother Muli, could you find me a model? It doesn’t have to be a famous one; any model will do." Famous or not famous, it made no difference to Situ Xin. Moreover, even if that mistress-model of Brown Kress hadn’t left, it wasn’t certain she would have let her be the showstopper for this fashion show because of her little bit of fame.

"Well, designer, I have a friend who is a model, you see..." Xiao Muli had just opened his mouth to agree when he was interrupted by the new model who had just asked Situ Xin a question.

As the newcomer model finished talking and realized everyone’s eyes might be focused on her, she became aware that her previous action might have been rash. However, thinking of her friend’s kindness to her and her friend’s current predicament, she did not regret her impulsive act.

Seeing that Situ Xin hadn’t responded, the new model thought that maybe Situ Xin wasn’t willing and started to explain anxiously, "Designer, my friend is very professional, and she has a great figure..."

"Notify her to be here within an hour. If she can’t make it here within the allotted time, I’m sorry, but the opportunity won’t be hers," Situ Xin said, impressed by the new model. She liked the courage the girl showed by stepping forward to recommend her friend.

After Situ Xin spoke, the new model wasn’t sure if she was hallucinating; she had prepared a whole bunch of things to say to persuade Situ Xin. "So, designer, you mean you’re agreeing?"

Situ Xin, seeing the look of disbelief on the new model’s face, felt her mood lighten. "Yes, I agree. But I do have a condition—it has to be within an hour. Look, the clock is ticking, and if you delay any further, I reckon your friend definitely won’t make it in time," Situ Xin mischievously glanced at her watch, hinting to the new model.

"Oh, oh, I’ll call my friend right now," the new model hurriedly searched her bag, pulled out her phone, and dialed her friend.

"Xiao Xin, is that okay?" The model problem seemed largely solved, but Lu Juan was still full of concern, unsure if the recommended model would be suitable.

"Auntie, do you have so little faith in my ability?" Situ Xin paused, then seeing the worry hadn’t left Lu Juan’s face, said, "Auntie, don’t worry. If that model isn’t suitable, I’ll put on the clothes myself and take to the stage. That should do, right?"

Lu Juan and Yu Shiyin were amused by Situ Xin’s words. Lu Juan even laughed and said, "That’s a good suggestion. If it comes to it, you’ll be the grand finale. The effect will definitely be extraordinary." She looked at Situ Xin a few times and nodded in approval.