Shadow and Light: The Bride Who Clicks Her Way to Love-Chapter 295 - 308: Zhuang Heng’s Downfall

The praises were like a tide.

But Su Xingyu just stood quietly on stage, without any arrogance or being overwhelmed, as if all of this was something she naturally deserved.

Beside her, Zhuang Heng’s face was tense, all her excuses had been blocked by Su Xingyu, at this moment she could only grit her teeth tightly, remaining silent except for silence.

In the audience, Cang Er still held the microphone in his hand: "Yes, that’s also what I truly admire about Miss Su Xingyu. Her set of photos can make ordinary people look like top celebrities, and the equipment used is only ordinary gear. This newly released Blade camera isn’t expensive; most of us can afford it."

"So, it means most of us have the hope of taking such photos!"

The crowd was excited. They came here specifically to listen to a lecture on photography techniques of the new camera. Although Zhuang Heng’s earlier explanations were good, everyone was just learning how to shoot night blurs with a normal mindset. But Su Xingyu’s set of photos was too stimulating, turning ordinary people into big stars. Such a visual impact and allure were enough to make these ordinary people feel fervently inspired!

Which heart doesn’t dream of stardom?!

"Miss Su, please give us a lecture too!"

"Yes, tell us how you took these photos, I’d like to try and see if I can achieve such effects too!"

The supporters urged Su Xingyu to explain their techniques.

Su Xingyu glanced at Zhuang Heng with a half-smiling look: "It’s still the same line, I don’t mind, but I wonder if Miss Zhuang has any opinions?"

Before Zhuang Heng could speak, the impatient crowd below was already calling out: "How could Miss Zhuang have any opinions?"

"Yes, aren’t you all with Blade? It doesn’t matter who lectures!"

"There’s no time like the present, Miss Su, please go ahead. If Miss Zhuang has any objections, she’s wrong!"

"Right, Miss Zhuang couldn’t possibly be this petty, could she?"

Zhuang Heng was cornered by their endless chatter, miserable as she realized she couldn’t stop Su Xingyu from giving the lecture. Public opinion reigns supreme. She secretly loathed, realizing that even a fool could see that Su Xingyu deliberately agreed to help but then stirred up trouble! That vile woman, wasn’t she always feigning kindness and tranquility? Since when did she become so calculating?!

If Su Xingyu knew what Zhuang Heng was thinking, she would surely sigh; it’s not about her being calculating. Blame Lu Shifeng for forcing her to fight!

Su Xingyu held the microphone, speaking to Zhuang Heng: "Miss Zhuang, are you giving up the stage or not? Say something."

To give up the stage is to let Su Xingyu steal the limelight, turning Zhuang Heng’s solo presentation into Su Xingyu’s personal show!

How could Zhuang Heng swallow this?

Yet, she had to swallow it, because Su Xingyu was now the popular choice, winning over the public!

Even if Zhuang Heng was unwilling, she couldn’t flare up in front of so many people and media reporters. She’s a lady from a renowned family, she needs dignity, no matter how she struggles, it can’t be too embarrassing!

Hence, Zhuang Heng could only reluctantly say: "I’ve finished with the stage, use it as you wish."

With that, she turned and walked down the stage.

As she stepped down, nobody paid her any mind; all eyes were riveted on Su Xingyu, urging: "Miss Su, can talk now, right? Hurry and teach us!"

As for the solitude of the defeated, they didn’t care at all.

Su Xingyu caught a glimpse of Zhuang Heng indeed leaving, and slightly turned her head, casting a thankful glance at Cang Er.

Today’s help from Cang Er in stirring the conflict made it possible; otherwise, she alone would have been overwhelmed.

Cang Er smiled at her, handing back her microphone to the staff, quietly sitting back down to continue listening to the lecture.

Su Xingyu’s lecture was very detailed, she unreservedly shared all her techniques without holding anything back. Besides teaching the necessary knowledge points and minor techniques for using this camera, she guided the audience on how to bring out high-level photographs based on different models: "You’ve seen it, the three people in my photos exhibit different temperaments. This was not a set theme but refined based on their individual styles. When you shoot, pay attention to digging out the models’ personal styles, like Xia Ling’s passion, the slight melancholy behind Ouyang Yi’s playful surface, the seriousness of the girl from the dance academy... these are qualities they already possess, so they can naturally present them in the images. If a model lacks a quality, it’s hard to force that presentation. Especially if you want to transform ordinary people into celebrities, you must start with the inherent temperament of the person. Without professional training, it’s very difficult for them to exhibit qualities they don’t possess, resulting in stiff outcomes."

The audience listened intently, nodding continuously.

Su Xingyu’s approachable lecture shared years of her shooting experience in the simplest language, like a seasoned teacher.

By the time she finished explaining all three photos, the time had long exceeded the scheduled end of the lecture.

Yet, many attendees were still eagerly raising their hands with questions. 𝘧𝓇ℯ𝑒𝓌𝑒𝑏𝓃𝘰𝘷𝘦𝘭.𝒸ℴ𝓂

Mr. Yang from Blade saw the situation and hurriedly consulted with the publicity team: "Contact the venue to extend the time, let Xingyu lecture for as long as she wants."

The publicity team didn’t anticipate that Su Xingyu’s lecture would be this outstanding: "That’s definitely fine. But, Mr. Yang, Su Xingyu’s photos are incredible; why didn’t you give them for us to use? You let Cloud take the lead for nothing."

Mr. Yang smiled awkwardly: "Mistake, mistake."

The publicity team went to arrange an extended venue rental and purchased a batch of mineral water and snacks to distribute to the audience, ensuring they could listen to Su Xingyu until night without concerns.

At the end, the room was thunderous with applause.

Even many seasoned media reporters applauded enthusiastically, impressed by this girl’s professional knowledge and charisma. If their previous impression of Su Xingyu was only as "Lu Shifeng’s girlfriend" or "a somewhat famous photographer," then after this lecture, they gained a deeper understanding of Su Xingyu herself.

The crowd dispersed.

Su Xingyu put down the microphone, heading to the backstage rest area.

Mr. Yang personally handed her some food: "Xingyu, have a bite, you must be hungry after speaking since the afternoon."

Su Xingyu took it, feeling a bit tired: "Thank you."

It was also her first time giving such a long lecture, and impromptu without prepared notes. Thankfully, her photographic foundation was very solid, making her explanation smooth.

Mr. Yang rubbed his hands beside her, awkwardly apologizing: "I’m truly sorry, the matter of choosing promotional photos this time was wronging you, Xingyu, it’s my failing, I’m asking for your forgiveness."

While apologizing sincerely, he was indeed worried that Su Xingyu would go to Lu Shifeng to complain.

Su Xingyu paused her eating motions, then said: "Whether I forgive you or not isn’t as important; what’s important, Mr. Yang, is that your working style may make you miss the best photos, resulting in losses for Blade."

That’s what she didn’t want to see.

Unconsciously, she was already considering problems from the perspective of being a member of the Blade Group family.