CEO's Sweetheart is a Super Idol-Chapter 484 - 476: Provocation at the Cocktail Party

Chapter 484: Chapter 476: Provocation at the Cocktail Party

A certain brand’s event site

After completing her work, Yuwei was called aside by her assistant, while the accompanying Mengqi returned to the nanny car.

"Mr. Zhou..."

"Yuwei, have you seen the online gossip about you and Zitao?"

"I just glanced at it earlier, it’s all nonsense."

"I know, but this time the rumors are concentrated—it’s clear someone is targeting you."

Yuwei couldn’t help but sigh, "I’m just a third-tier celeb, yet even those people are trying to ride on my popularity."

"Haha! Yuwei, you’re no third-tier. You’re a member of Huaxia’s top girl group."

Yuwei could immediately catch Zhou Dan’s underlying message—not to let her personal issues tarnish the group’s reputation.

Actually, she knew Zhou Dan firmly believed there was something going on between her and Long Zitao.

But she found it too tiring to explain because the latter wouldn’t believe she hadn’t been "involved" with Long Zitao anyway.

Zhou Dan didn’t truly care whether she had a relationship with Long Zitao or not; what mattered was that she didn’t "sink the ship."

"Yuwei, the company will handle this matter."

"Understood, Mr. Zhou."

"Also, be cautious during this time. Those watching you won’t give up easily."

"Got it! Mr. Zhou, should I still attend this afternoon’s brand promotion banquet?"

"Of course! It’s a major brand; we can’t afford to offend them. But you need to be mindful."

Yuwei hung up the call, wondering who might be plotting against her.

It couldn’t be Jingxiang; he had no reason to act this way.

The influential Xu Yangyang? Doubtful—if Long Zitao found out, she’d be completely ousted.

She gently shook her head, dismissing these thoughts from her mind.

This afternoon, she still had that brand promotion banquet to attend—Long Zitao would be there too.

After all, he was the brand’s Huaxia region ambassador, while she and the accompanying Jiang Mengqi were just promotion ambassadors.

Ring ring!

"Mr. Long, how do you even dare call me now? Our scandal is spreading like wildfire."

"I haven’t officially announced anything! These reporters are pretty sharp, though—they know we’re a good match."

Yuwei was so furious she almost threw her phone.

"Alright then, Mr. Long, since that’s the case, let’s officially announce it this afternoon. I’ll retire from showbiz and become Mrs. Long."

"...You think I wouldn’t dare? Official announcement followed by immediate registration."

"You’d need to register before we announce; otherwise, it’s all fluff. I carry my household registry with me at all times."

"You’re something else, prepared and eager—so impatient to get married."

Yuwei chuckled softly; she could sense the underlying lack of confidence in his tone, leaving her with a faint ache in her heart.

She knew he might dare to establish a romantic relationship with her, but there was little chance he’d agree to marriage.

After all, she was just a small-time entertainer, while his family was a powerful financial empire.

"See you this afternoon!" Long Zitao said with a smile.

"Alright!"

"Regarding the rumors, Mr. Zhou has called me; both our companies will handle it swiftly."

"Got it."

Yuwei replied blandly, feeling slightly less conflicted inside.

"Yuwei, take a break for a bit!"

Mengqi stretched, having been forcibly assigned over by the big ship.

This extremely adorable girl had really scarce resources—besides group activities, she was only cast as a guest star now and then.

After resting two hours in the car, she applied her exquisite makeup, and Yuwei headed to the banquet.

Such banquets were said to promote brands, but in reality, they were just opportunities for brand owners to have celebrities boost their visibility.

The banquet was filled with influential figures.

A purple gown.

Xu Yangyang, wearing a jade bracelet, and Su Xiaoya, flaunting an equally luxurious dress, sipped wine in one corner of the banquet.

Knowing both Yuwei and Long Zitao would attend, she had deliberately dressed to impress.

Men approached them occasionally for conversation, but they politely turned all of them away.

"Yangyang, this is so boring!"

Su Xiaoya had no desire to attend the banquet, but couldn’t refuse her friend’s persuasion.

While her family’s wealth wasn’t comparable to Xiaoya’s, her influence was deeply admired by the latter.

"Bringing you along to admire handsome guys and savor fine wine isn’t a bad deal, right?"

"What handsome guys are there here? Bald heads and sleazy uncles are everywhere."

"You just lack the talent to spot charm. See that Second Young Master Lu over there? He’s been eyeing you for ages."

"Forget it! I heard last year he got a pair of beautiful twin sisters pregnant and caused a fatal accident during their abortions."

Xu Yangyang calmly sipped her drink—this Su Xiaoya really wasn’t as simple as she appeared.

Although she didn’t mix much within their elite circles, she clearly knew plenty about the happenings.

"Yangyang, your rival has arrived." Xiaoya added, her tone carrying faint hostility in her eyes.

She knew Lan Yening had once pursued Yuwei, but the latter had refused him.

In Xiaoya’s perspective, it was just Yuwei being materialistic and failing to cherish goodness.

"Oh? Her, a rival?" Xu Yangyang said dismissively, her tone soaked in contempt.

Su Xiaoya smiled, her gaze mirroring the same disdain as Yangyang’s: "Birds of a feather. Look at Mengqi over there—all fake smiles, acting cute."

"Just a bunch of streetwise wannabes who lucked into idol fame. No acting skills, no song-and-dance ability—they’re an insult to the word ’actor’." Xu Yangyang deeply despised such idols.

Among the acting elites, graduates from prestigious academies, their sights were set sky-high.

In the entertainment industry, the absolute top tier belonged to those trained at prestigious schools.

Many auditions began by asking about one’s alma mater; if it was a top school, the attitude towards you was excellent.

If you graduated from average acting academies, they’d only consider you once the more prestigious candidates were unavailable.

For someone like Yuwei, she’d be at the very bottom of the hierarchy of disdain.

Yuwei and Mengqi were promptly introduced by the brand representatives to a group of people for a quick exchange.

Sipping her wine, Xu Yangyang observed as Yuwei politely engaged in some brief conversations before stepping away from the crowd.

They had a set schedule for these events—typically, about two hours before leaving.

"Isn’t this Miss Ye? How come you’ve come to this banquet as well!"

Xu Yangyang approached with a deliberate air of sarcasm.

She even intentionally gave Yuwei’s outfit—though from a brand, apparently from last season—a scrutinizing glance.

As for Mengqi, Xu Yangyang dismissed her entirely, knowing the latter’s standing in Yuwei’s group was irrelevant at best.

The clever Mengqi instantly grasped the situation.

Clearly, this elegant girl fancied Long Zitao and had come to provoke.

Her cheerful demeanor faded as she watched them with quiet composure.

Su Xiaoya also displayed unmistakable arrogance; no pretense was needed, as she merely adopted her usual attitude.

"Zitao and I are both brand ambassadors, so naturally, we’re here for the banquet."

Yuwei wasn’t one to back down, immediately rebutting.

Sure enough, the refined smile on Xu Yangyang’s face disappeared, replaced by icy disdain.

"Oh! So Miss Ye is certainly quite familiar with Zitao. Such an intimate teacher-student relationship."

"Mr. Long is a very committed instructor."

"Haha, Zitao clearly admires girls as inspiring as you."

Xu Yangyang’s smile grew warmer, her tone increasingly friendly, but her elevated condescension shone through:

"Miss Ye has come far indeed, rising from a broken family and troubled beginnings as a middle school dropout. You must’ve faced countless hardships! I’d love to hear your story."

Xu Yangyang’s words were exceptionally cruel, yet undeniably factual, leaving Yuwei with no room for retort.

"Of course! Miss Xu is so stunning; I’m sure you have plenty of amazing experiences abroad."

"Whether in Japan or London, those places are bound to inspire romance."

"Especially London; I hear girls there love hosting wild parties with dark-skinned guys!"

Yuwei smiled sweetly in return, but her words pierced just as viciously.

Xu Yangyang’s face reddened with rage, her body trembling slightly.

If not for the occasion, she might have thrown her drink at her.