Chapter 30: Rose Public Mall Part 1

Before the broadcast of 《Crown Prince》, there would be a press conference, which was crucial to Chang Ying. This was her first official appearance since her face had gotten better.

Because of the old vase ghost thing, Chang Ying had not been able to attend the TV drama award show. At that event, Ye Sui had worn a red dress and walked down the red carpet. She unexpectedly outsmarted all the actresses and was also voted “Red Carpet’s Most Beautiful” by the netizens.

There were many beautiful actresses in the entertainment circle. Still, the number of beauties who could make everyone gasp in admiration could be counted on one’s hands. Just like the last red carpet event, even Pei Ning, who was famous for her allure, was crushed by Ye Sui.

Chang Ying felt more and more uneasy. Since when did Ye Sui become a threat to me?

Therefore, she firmly decided that in this press conference, she absolutely mustn’t be compared with Ye Sui.

Ye Sui wore a red dress on the last red carpet event of the TV show, which was complemented by the netizens. They said that she was absolutely stunning and gorgeous. The two famous stars would stand on the same stage, so one must pay attention to her appearance. Chang Ying already had an idea of what to do.

In order to smash Ye Sui in the press conference, Chan Ying decided to wear a red dress, giving the audience a stronger visual impact.

Chang Ying asked her agent to borrow a red dress from Dior. In order to become their brand ambassador, she had to express her sincerity to the brand.

During this time, Dior was also satisfied with Chang Ying. Without further ado, they immediately lent her a dress.

Compared to Chang Ying, Ye Sui’s side was much quieter. Her fame was insignificant, her reputation was not good, making it impossible for her to come into contact with the big brands.

With Chen Shu’s direction, Cheng Sheng found an independent designer’s brand, just for their boss’s wife. They wanted her to perform flawlessly at the press conference.

The name was not very famous yet, but the design of each skirt was very detailed and tailored for Ye Sui.

“Boss, which dress suits Miss Ye?”

Chen Shu didn’t answer but instead threw the topic to Cheng Sheng, as if he was just asking casually. “What do you think?”

Cheng Sheng was taken aback and felt that he had dug a pit for himself. He kept his mouth shut and did not speak. Madam’s outfit should only be praised by the boss’s mouth as to what style was suitable for her.

After a long time, Chen Shu thoughtfully looked at a piece of paper on the table, and his fingers fell on a fabulously tailored and fluttering dress. He opened his mouth. “This one.”

Chen Shu leaned on the back of the chair, suddenly thought of something, raised his eyes, and added a word, “Also, don’t let her know.”

Cheng Sheng replied, thinking in his heart that their boss was being too tight-lipped in helping Ye Sui secretly. And he didn’t even want her to know.

If Ye Sui knew that their boss had such intentions, she would certainly be moved.

Apparently, for Ye Sui, money was more important than glamour. No wonder President Chen liked such a girl.

Before long, the independent designer’s brand came to Ye Sui and told her that she was suitable for their brand style. Perhaps, in the future event, they would invite her to wear their brand clothes.

A few days from now, a press conference for《Crown Prince》would be held, and Ye Sui had not yet found a dress to wear for the event.

Ye Sui’s agency was too small to find a sponsorship. Upon knowing that a sponsor had appeared and that every design of the dress was elegant and beautiful, Renjie immediately accepted their offer.

The designer brought a refined and stylish fairy-white dress. Ye Sui and Renjie were quite satisfied and finally decided to go with this one.

On the day of the conference, the media filled the entire venue inside and outside.

Chang Ying’s previous matter was spread like wildfire. This would be her first public appearance after that proceeding and would be on the same stage as Ye Sui. No matter who stood out in the press release, it would cause a sensation.

As soon as Ye Sui and Chang Ying took the stage, the reporters held up their cameras and kept taking pictures. They almost forgot that there was also young master, Chen Xiu, who was a top influencer standing there.

Chang Ying imitated Ye Sui by wearing a red dress. It had to be said that the impact of her bright colored dress was powerful, and it suddenly filled in everyone’s vision.

Chang Ying’s skin was milky white, her shoulder line and collarbone were exposed in the air. Different from the past, this time, her long hair was rolled up, which was somewhat sexy.

To be continue..

Chapter 30: Rose Public Mall Part 2

The reporters obviously paid more attention to Chang Ying’s private affairs. “Chang Ying, it is said that you have attracted some evil things before and have undergone an exorcism, is it true?”

Chang Ying: “What is said online is a rumor, so we should not believe it.”

Immediately, the media turned their attention to Ye Sui. Today’s Ye Sui was not wearing red but a long white dress.

When Ye Sui bent her lips, the scene suddenly became quiet for a moment.

Ye Sui’s facial features were bright and exquisite, and her figure was like an hourglass. Only her slender swan neck was revealed, and her tiny waist, wrapped in the dress, showed her graceful body. With a fairy-like dress and a vivid, stunning face, she appeared to be an angel in the human world.

The first thought in their minds was that Ye Sui’s appearance was filled with flair.

Ye Sui glanced over the media and audience with her gaze, without knowing that her stunning appearance was too appealing. Looking at it carefully, her beauty had a unique taste, different from that of an immortal spirit.

Some media were curious and asked: “Ye Sui, why are you wearing a white dress today?”

Ye Sui thought for a moment: “I’m portraying a sinister character in the drama. Now, I’m wearing white, hoping everyone can understand that changing roles is challenging.

Since Ye Sui was excessively modest, the reporters did not make things difficult for her. After all, every problem thrown at her would be quickly resolved by her, and she seemed to care little for others’ disparaging comments.

Ye Sui was all smiles, and her attitude was gentle.

Chang Ying suddenly understood: compared to the past, Ye Sui was different now.

It could be said that before Ye Sui was just a pretty face, with aimless eyes and vain words, not to mention her sleazy attire. Such fleeting beauty would disappear from the minds of the fans.

But now, Ye Sui was no longer obsessed with the opinions of the outside world and had stopped exerting herself to live a tight life to the extreme. She didn’t seem to care how the media evaluated her or how the netizens cursed her.

Ye Sui was calm and relaxed, which unexpectedly highlighted her beauty, softening the brightness of her facial features. Her offbeat fairness gave her a cold aura without even knowing it.

This kind of beauty could hit others with one blow.

After the press conference, Chan Ying’s team had already posted a scoop to notable websites. They strove to make this appearance deeply imprinted on the heart of the netizens, reminding everyone that the first love of the nation had returned.

[Chang Ying’s red dress was stunning and more beautiful than Ye Sui’s red dress.]

[Chang Ying’s breathtaking appearance has returned; her title Most Beautiful is not in vain.]

Chang Ying’s edited photo was so different that even she could hardly recognize her original face. In the picture of Chang Ying and Ye Sui sent by the studio, it seemed that she was really much more attractive than Ye Sui.

They lied through their teeth, not caring whether she would feel ashamed when the team released the news.

Although Chang Ying’s team eyes were blind**, the netizens’ discerning eyes weren’t.

(E/N: kinda like how celebs photoshop photos and it’s noticeable but they don’t care for it and post it)

They did a comparison picture of Ye Sui wearing a red skirt on the red carpet in the past. It was posted on the internet, and there was also a photo of them at the press conference. It was clear at a glance who lost and who won.

[The comparison of unedited pictures between Chang Ying and Ye Sui. Let’s see who is more beautiful.]

Although Chang Ying wore high-heeled, water-proof platform shoes, Ye Sui was still much taller than her. Even though she was tall, Ye Sui’s body was slender with perfect proportions, and the skin was fair white and dazzling.

[Is Ye Sui really so amazing? This kind of beauty truly exists’?! It’s better to have no pictures than to have them carefully edited. She is simply not a human being.]

[Why did Chang Ying suddenly wear a red dress? Hahaha, it seems like Dong Shi is imitating Xi Shi’s frown??** Why does she feel so flashy in red? Her temperament has changed a lot. Is this still the first love of the people?]

(that’s an idiom : literally to mimick sb’s idiosyncrasies but make a fool of oneself)

[I would like to say that Chang Ying’s recent series of exploits are quite strange. It feels as if she was trying hard to suppress Ye Sui. Is she especially worried about the Ye Sui becoming popular?]

[Ye Sui used to be called little Chang Ying. Now, not only is she prettier, but her reputation has also been reversed. You don’t have to worry, though. I think Chang Ying is crying at home. No wonder she became ugly some time ago.]

To be continue..

Chapter 30: Rose Public Mall Part 3

[Ye Sui used to be called little Chang Ying. Now, not only is she prettier, but her reputation has also been reversed. You don’t have to worry, though. I think Chang Ying is crying at home. No wonder she became ugly some time ago.]

The netizens’ comments not only hit Chang Ying’s confidence but also affected her subsequent work.

Dior had already been in contact with Chang Ying for some time. If she could exhibit their products well and maintain her image and style, she would become the next brand ambassador.

Chang Ying was allowed to wear a Dior’s dress, but the result was not as they had expected. She did not make netizens want to buy it, but rather, she dissuaded a large number of people. They didn’t want such a brand ambassador.

Dior’s attitude towards Chang Ying slowly cooled down, and it was said on the surface that the brand ambassador post would be left empty for a while. In fact, it was to tell Chang Ying that she was out of business.

On the contrary, the brand of the independent designer had become a hit because of Ye Sui, and its sales volume had soared.

Ye Sui’s workload gradually increased. She had never been a spokesperson and commercial endorser before, but unexpectedly received an invitation of cutting the ribbon at the mall.

Renjie said that Rose Public Mall was relatively remote, so they set off early. Halfway there, Ye Sui learned the truth.

Why did she receive such a rare event like cutting the ribbon for a large shopping mall? It was because this public mall was haunted, and there was no star willing to take the job!

It was said that it was once a good place for Feng Shui. But when the news came that a mall was to be built here, many strange things happened, especially in the last month. Near the opening time of the square, nearby residents would hear music in the middle of the night.

Everyone said there must be something evil lurking in this place. However, due to the low rent, there were still shops opened for business. This time, they needed a famous star to cut the ribbon and hold the ceremony.

Renjie threw a big bomb: “This sum of money is more than what you can get for a drama.”

Under the lure of money, Ye Sui gave in. She still had to make a good profit and raise Chen Shu. If worst comes to worst, she had to get through this day and reward herself with the money.

When Ye Sui arrived, it was still broad daylight, and even if there was overwhelming sunshine, the atmosphere inside was chilly. Although she had not seen ghosts yet, this ambiance was not something right.

When Ye Sui cut the ribbon, a few people came. Only the passers-by who didn’t know the truth came in hopes of a lively party. In the face of several media reporters underneath, the smile on her face was decent, though.

Ye Sui’s smiling face was almost rigid. She felt that her beauty would be destroyed by the cruel autumn wind and prayed in her heart to end it quickly. She really wanted to go home.

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On the other side, Wang Chuan sat on the sofa in Chen Shu’s office, chatting.

“Miss Ye cut the ribbon at Rose Public Mall today.”

Chen Shu still remained indifferent as if he didn’t care. He kept his eyes at the computer screen on the table, his fingers were free, and his eyes rested on the screen to check important documents.

According to Chen Shu’s request, Wang Chuan had to know Ye Sui’s schedule.

Ye Sui’s activities were not that active. Nothing would happen on regular days, and there were no problems with online articles and public opinions. However, Wang Chuan felt it necessary to tell Chen Shu an exciting thing today.

Wang Chuan: “I heard this place is haunted.”

He lowered his head to check the information of Rose Public Mall. Looking at the weird urban legends, he totally didn’t believe in ghosts.

Isn’t the homophonic name of this public mall ghost-free? This name is really three hundred and twenty taels of silver-free here** clearly telling everyone that we have problems in this place.

(fig. to reveal what one intends to hide)

Wang Chuan had been with Chen Shu for half a day, but he hadn’t gotten a response. However, when Wang Chuan looked up, he found the office empty. Their boss had already left.

During the rush hour, there were some traffic jams on the road. Chen Shu was driving while paying attention to the time. It got dark fast in autumn, and it was already dusk.

When Chen Shu’s car arrived at Rose Square, it was almost night. The mall was empty and was covered with a layer of light. Under the gradually deepening darkness, it looked more and more desolate.

The ribbon-cutting was completed a while ago, and Ye Sui had disappeared.

Chen Shu lifted his eyelids and glanced at the sign of Rose Square. He did not know when the paint had fallen from the signboard, but he could only see three brightly-lit characters.

Ghost! Public! Mall!**

End of Chapter

(E/N: the pinyin for rose square is méiguī guǎng chǎng. The Gui can be misread as ghost.

T/N notes: Méiguī -Rose Guǎng Chǎng – mall/public square

Gui – ghost Guang chang _ Public square/ mall)