The mysterious CEO's endless pampering

Zhao Qingying had actually noticed Shen Yanran's presence next to Wen Qian a long time ago.

No wonder a playboy like Zhou Chengkun would have his eye on her; she is indeed much prettier than most of the women at this banquet, and her temperament is also quite unique.

"Hello, Ms. Shen, it's a pleasure to meet you." Zhao Qingying extended her right hand generously to Shen Yanran.

Shen Yanran politely returned the handshake, saying, "Hello, Miss Zhao, it's a pleasure to meet you too."

“Since Miss Shen is Wenqian’s friend, she is naturally my friend as well. If you don’t mind, please call me ‘sister,’ and I will call you ‘Yanran,’” Zhao Qingying said with a friendly smile on her gentle and beautiful face.

Although this was Shen Yanran's first meeting with Zhao Qingying, she had heard Wen Qian mention what kind of person she was, so she naturally didn't mind being friends with her. "Of course, Sister Qingying."

"Okay, Yanran, I'll get straight to the point. As you just heard, I recently invested in a jewelry company in China, and I happen to be lacking a talented and unique jewelry designer like you. I wonder if you'd be interested in coming to my company to help me." Zhao Qingying was once very popular and endorsed many internationally renowned luxury jewelry brands, so she had some understanding of the jewelry industry and could naturally see the uniqueness of Shen Yanran's designs.

Many celebrities nowadays run side businesses in private, including bars, fashion brands, cosmetics, food, and various other industries.

However, Zhao Qingying is a strong-willed woman who doesn't like to do the same things as others. She doesn't want to repeat what others have done, so after some preliminary investigation, she found that celebrities rarely get involved in the jewelry industry.

So she immediately decided to invest all her savings in the jewelry company, and through an acquaintance, she took over a newly established jewelry company.

During her month back in China, she kept a low profile and devoted herself to the jewelry company.

She soon discovered that if a jewelry company wanted to sell its jewelry, the quality of the jewelry was the foundation, but the design was the key. An exquisite and unique design was the key to attracting consumers to buy.

Unfortunately, she didn't find a jewelry designer she was satisfied with after interviewing several, until she saw the jewelry on Wenqian's body.

At a glance, she noticed the special features on it, so she anxiously inquired about Wenqian's situation as a jewelry designer.

He never expected that the jewelry designer would be so close to him, even though she was far away. When he recalled her attitude towards Zhou Chengkun, that playboy, he couldn't help but think more highly of her and even offered her a job at his company.

Shen Yanran's main purpose in coming to this banquet today was to seek new job opportunities. She thought that her plans would be ruined by Zhou Chengkun's entanglement, but unexpectedly, someone was willing to invite her to work.

Although she didn't know exactly what kind of company Zhao Qingying's jewelry company was, she trusted Wen Qian's judgment; she certainly wouldn't have introduced her to someone she didn't trust.

Moreover, she really needs to get away from workplace gossip and find a completely new work environment to realize her dreams.

Having made up her mind, Shen Yanran replied earnestly, "Thank you for the invitation, Sister Qingying. I am honored."

Seeing Shen Yanran agree so readily, Zhao Qingying breathed a sigh of relief. Her company could finally get back on track. "I should be thanking you. It's a bit unfair to have such a talented designer like you working for a small, unknown company like mine. But don't worry, I will definitely pay you the highest salary in the industry."

Shen Yanran is now well taken care of by Li Zhanting and doesn't lack money, but she still feels that no matter how much he pampers her, it's all his money.

She wanted to have her own income and also wanted to spend what she earned on him...

"Sister Qingying, you're too kind. I know your company has just been established and you need money right now. My salary should be the same as everyone else's." Shen Yanran didn't want to seek special treatment at a new company and cause gossip.

Zhao Qingying wasn't one to be pretentious, so since Shen Yanran had said so, she accepted her suggestion. "Okay, I'll listen to you. Then I wish us a pleasant collaboration in the future, Designer Shen."

As she spoke, Zhao Qingying shook hands with Shen Yanran with a warm smile.

Shen Yanran smiled and shook hands in return.

Sitting on the other side of the round table, seeing Shen Yanran and former Best Actress Zhao Qingying chatting happily, Shen Yufei couldn't help but frown.

How did those two get together and chat so happily?

"Haha, this world is really something, a stinky fish chasing a rotten shrimp. It's hilarious that a washed-up female celebrity is chatting with a notorious slut." Chen Jiao said with a contemptuous and disdainful tone as she sat next to Shen Yufei.

Upon hearing this, Shen Yufei's beautiful eyes flashed with a sharp light. She tugged at Chen Jiao's wrist and whispered, "Jiaojiao, don't talk nonsense. Your sister will be unhappy if she hears this."

Chen Jiao had always disliked Shen Yanran and felt indignant on behalf of Shen Yufei for her recent injury. Regardless of Shen Yanran's reaction, she continued to say, "I don't care if she's happy or not. It's true, she hurt you and didn't even apologize. She deliberately gave you a hard time. She's a despicable brat who was born of a mother but not raised by one!"

Shen Yufei, looking pitiful with a look of having suffered all the injustices but having no choice but to endure them, said, "Forget it, Jiaojiao, it's all in the past, don't talk about it anymore."

"Why should we just let it go? If I had known, I would have contacted you sooner after I returned to China. She wouldn't have bullied you like this. Besides, doesn't she know where she is? She came dressed so provocatively. She's obviously here to seduce men. She really can't stand being alone!" Chen Jiao's eyes were full of jealousy, but she didn't say anything malicious to cover it up.

Shen Yufei glanced at Shen Yanran, who was already looking over, and deliberately pretended to be understanding, saying, "Jiaojiao, don't be like that. It's not easy for my sister to have a chance to come out and see the world, so it's normal for her to dress up nicely. We should be happy for her."

Chen Jiao felt Shen Yufei's hand, which was holding her wrist, was slightly cold. She assumed it was because Shen Yanran had angered her, but Shen Yanran didn't dare say anything. This only fueled her anger, and she turned to Gao Yufeng beside her, saying, "Young Master Gao, it's fortunate you had the foresight to break off the engagement with Shen Yanran. Otherwise, how embarrassing would it be if everyone knew that slut was your fiancée? Our Feifei is so much better—well-behaved, sensible, and kind. She's also a popular young actress in the entertainment industry. It would be so prestigious to take her out..."

Shen Yufei glanced at the handsome Gao Yufeng beside her with flirtatious eyes, then leaned shyly closer to him and said, "Jiaojiao, I'm not as good as you say... Besides, Brother Feng and I aren't together because of those external conditions; we truly love each other..."

Gao Yufeng felt the softness beside him and gradually withdrew his attention from Shen Yanran. He gently put his arm around Shen Yufei's fair shoulder and said affectionately, "That's right, Feifei and I are truly in love. As long as Feifei is happy, I'm willing to do anything for her."

"Feifei, you're so lucky to have met such a wonderful man as Young Master Gao," Chen Jiao said with a hint of envy.

Hearing Chen Jiao's words, Shen Yufei secretly gripped Gao Yufeng's sleeve even tighter. "Yes, I think so too."

However, she didn't expect that Shen Yanran's reappearance would still attract a lot of Gao Yufeng's attention, and she had to do something about it.

"By the way, Feifei, I heard from the staff here that there will be a charity auction and sale after the stage performance. Do you want to participate?"

Chen Jiao married a rich second-generation heir and seemed to live a glamorous life on the surface. However, she secretly had to report to her mother-in-law every month how much money she spent and how she spent it. She had no freedom at all. This time, she was invited to the banquet by her mother-in-law to get acquainted with people. Her mother-in-law had not prepared any money for her to participate in any charity auction. She had only waited until now to watch the excitement.

"Well, I've discussed it with my management company. If we were to donate things, I'm worried that the people in those impoverished mountain areas wouldn't need them. So I thought I'd perform a piano piece to liven things up, and then donate the money from the charity sale. It's my way of showing my love and care," Shen Yufei said with a kind smile.

Upon hearing this, Chen Jiao became interested. "That's a great idea, Feifei. You're currently the most popular young actress in the entertainment industry. I'm sure countless people are willing to spend a fortune on you. But I'm sure Young Master Gao won't let anyone else steal such a good opportunity to show his love for you. Then all the headlines will be about the two of you!"

Gao Yufeng frowned, not wanting to be too high-profile. After all, he had only recently broken off his engagement with Shen Yanran, and showing affection to his sister now would seem to damage the Gao family's image.

When Gao Yufeng lowered his head slightly, intending to discuss it further with Shen Yufei, he noticed that Shen Yufei's bright and beautiful face was filled with expectant longing.

Thinking back to how pitiful she looked when she was injured and hospitalized, he hadn't been in a good mood. If this could cheer her up, what did it matter if he let his woman show off a little?

"Of course, how could I let another man get this opportunity so easily?" Gao Yufeng held Shen Yufei's delicate hands and made a serious promise. "Moreover, I will not only bid on Feifei's charity auction, but I will also announce our engagement to everyone and ask for everyone's blessings!"

Upon hearing that Gao Yufeng was going to announce their engagement in person, Shen Yufei couldn't help but feel excited and thrilled. She pretended to be understanding and waited for so long, and finally this moment had arrived!

When she looked up at Shen Yanran again, she met her icy gaze. The smugness in her eyes was even greater than before. She moved her luscious red lips, silently saying something.

Shen Yanran didn't want to pay attention to Shen Yufei, but their voices seemed to keep reaching her ears on purpose, especially when Gao Yufeng said he was going to announce the engagement to everyone.

She thought back to when she was engaged to Gao Yufeng, and her gaze involuntarily turned coldly towards him. She also saw Shen Yufei smugly move her lips and say four words... "Defeated opponent!"