After swapping bodies, I became a domineering CEO in a melodramatic novel.

"I suggest you use your own style." Qin Reng smiled slightly, his eyes like the cold sea, shimmering yet exuding authority. "Sincerity is just a disguise, don't push yourself too hard."

"You seem to know quite a lot," Yu Yuetong sneered, a slightly tense atmosphere spreading between them. "Tonight, I will show them a real, completely new me!"

"Of course, I look forward to it."

Just then, the banquet door was suddenly pushed open, and the aloof Qin Xian walked in, followed by a group of family members, all with serious expressions. Yu Yuetong instantly realized that the situation was about to become even more complicated.

"I think tonight's banquet needs some eye-catching performances." Qin Xian's voice was deep and authoritative, as if seeking some kind of approval, or as if he was nervous, as if he was trying to suppress his burning anger.

“Yes, Grandpa, I will do even better!” Yu Yuetong stepped forward without hesitation, walking towards Qin Xian. Her overflowing confidence only made those at the table feel a pang of pity. But when she turned and glanced at Qin Reng, he showed a hint of appreciation in that instant, as if this challenge was an opportunity for her growth.

"After all, this responsibility tonight is something my bride should also bear!" A surge of emotion welled up within her, a firm belief in the beginning of this new life. Although everything was still uncertain, she was ready to go, willing to face all challenges rather than back down.

The gazes of the crowd pressed down heavily, some flickering with impatience, others revealing doubt. Yu Yuetong took a deep breath, trying to suppress her unease, imagining the cycle that was about to unfold, the struggles and battles ahead of her, as if everything was already predetermined at this moment.

However, just as her plan was taking shape, a discordant voice came from the doorway.

"Hey, is the strong female lead really ready for tonight?" Qin Reng asked abruptly, a hint of relaxed amusement on his face.

Yu Yuetong was startled and turned around. The gaze that met her made her heart tremble slightly. Her confident expression stiffened, but too many mixed feelings were churning inside her. She couldn't turn back, so she could only beckon him with her finger, wishing she could roll her eyes at him.

"You say I'm ready, but look how relaxed you are." She parted her red lips slightly at him, her tone full of resentment and disdain, lacking any confidence.

Her expression shone like a flame, instantly drawing everyone's attention, and she commanded respectfully, suppressing the restless atmosphere. However, at that moment, discordant noises erupted in the banquet hall.

Qin Reng frowned, and everyone's gaze gradually veered towards the doorway.

Standing in the center of the banquet hall, Yu Yuetong's unease eroded her confidence. She feigned composure, forcing a bright smile for everyone present. At that moment, she could feel the strange gazes piercing her spine like sharp blades. Today was her chance to shine, yet the more she wanted to embrace the challenge, the heavier the pressure felt, making it hard to breathe.

"Are you really ready for tonight's performance?" Qin Reng leaned against the side, a playful smile on his face, his eyes gleaming with teasing.

"Of course!" Yu Yuetong raised her chin, put one hand on her waist, and tried to maintain her composure. On the surface, she remained calm, but inwardly she was secretly overwhelmed. "I'm here to bring you glory."

"Bring glory?" Qin Reng raised an eyebrow slightly, staring intently at the smile on her lips, as if he could see through her every emotion. "You're quite confident. I don't want to be a green screen behind the scenes. This is fine, it saves me from being in everyone's sight again."

Yu Yuetong felt a surge of annoyance. She tried to suppress her unease, stamped her foot, and said, "Don't just spout nonsense. I don't need your help!"

Just as the two were arguing fiercely, Qin Xian's voice rang out. His expression was serious, and he exuded an absolute authority. "I hope you will all perform well at tonight's banquet." He glanced at the surrounding guests, his gaze like a sharp knife, a casual sweep that sent chills down their spines.

"Of course, Grandpa, I will definitely not let you down." Yu Yuetong trembled slightly, nodded hurriedly, and the confidence in her voice was suppressed and nowhere to be found. She knew that in this family, any performance that was not recognized could be ruthlessly erased, like an insignificant star.

Just as everyone's attention turned to the stage, Qin Reng reached out and tugged at her arm, whispering, "Don't be too nervous, relax. It's all for us."

Yu Yuetong looked up and their eyes met, but to her surprise, his gaze revealed a hint of seriousness. In that instant, a strange sense of connection arose within her, as if the battle and conflict between them were gradually dissolving in that single glance. Although she knew this atmosphere could only be fleeting, she still felt a touch of warmth.

"Okay, stop looking at me." She deliberately avoided his gaze, pushing him away with a smile as she tried to compose herself.

As the banquet was about to begin, Qin Xian directed the waiters to make the stage even more luxurious, with dazzling crystal chandeliers illuminating the entire venue as if it were daytime. Yu Yuetong secretly made up her mind: "Tonight, I must show them a different side of myself!" She turned around and walked confidently to the front of the stage, her voice softening: "Ladies and gentlemen, I'm sorry to have kept you waiting."

"It's really not easy for you to get out." Everyone looked at each other, and almost everyone turned their gaze to Yu Yuetong, with a mocking smile on their lips, and whispers rippled through the crowd behind her back.

"Is she really the same Yu family girl from before?" one of the family members asked in a low voice, his voice full of doubt.

"I heard her family background is already a joke," another person commented bluntly. "She must have had a lot of courage to endure."

"Tonight, I'll show you that the Yu Yuetong of the past hasn't been worn down by this marriage." Yu Yuetong secretly vowed in her heart, no longer intending to back down.

Just then, a shrill voice rang out from the crowd. It was a familiar voice, merciless and tinged with sarcasm: "Oh, so it's a newlywed young lady in the prime of her life, the star of the night. Where's your young master?"

Everyone turned to look and saw that it was Ji Momo, with her gorgeous makeup and arrogant demeanor. She stood in the center of the crowd, slightly raising her chin, like an elegant queen, exuding a disdainful indifference.

Yu Yuetong's heart sank, and she forced a smile: "Ji Momo, don't you want to give us some time? Don't ruin the atmosphere tonight?"