Spoiled by the CEO after amnesia!-Chapter 730 - 710: Don’t Waste the Opportunity I Gave You
Jiayi didn’t seem upset, her lips curling slightly, thoughtful, "Hmm, I know."
Auntie Li breathed a sigh of relief when she saw the young mistress’s expression returning to normal, and was about to take the clothes downstairs when she heard a voice from behind, "Wait a moment, Auntie Li."
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The next day.
The sun had barely set when night descended with unusual swiftness.
In the coastal city, where the lights were beginning to shine, the extravagant night unfolded.
There was a buzz of excitement and liveliness in the air.
Under the blue velvet of the night sky, at the entrance of the seven-star hotel on the bustling avenue of the city, lights glittered brilliantly, with numerous media already gathered for Zuanshi Jewelry’s spokesperson press conference, conducting interviews and reports.
As the new spokesperson, Xiaolei was, of course, the focus of the media.
Clothed in a fishtail evening gown and adorned with a million-dollar complete set of Zuanshi’s diamonds, her appearance immediately drew admiring gasps from the crowd.
With the aggressive promotion of the public relations company hired by Su Yan, Xiaolei, an obscure newcomer, became a celebrity socialite in Yunling, the city of fashion, and her fame skyrocketed overnight.
Not far away, Su Yan stood on the polished marble steps, accompanied by her assistant.
She wore a black and white checked Chanel suit that day, with her hair drawn up high, her makeup delicate, maintaining a polite smile towards the occasional journalist or subordinate who approached her to schmooze.
Although it had only been a few months, she had already mastered her identity as the wife of wealth.
She was well aware of how to maintain a demeanor in front of others that would convey a sense of dignity and nobility.
The so-called wife of wealth, it turns out, was just as she had thought.
Her eyelashes flickered; what Xiaoyi could do, she could now do as well, and even better.
Looking at herself now, who would have thought that just a few years ago, she was still an orphan who needed scholarships and financial aid for college, who relied on Jiayi to help with living expenses, and despite her great academic results, was still looked down upon?
Observing the sycophantic people around her and glancing at the brilliant surroundings, her gaze carried a hint of coolness, but also a genuine sense of satisfaction.
A few months earlier, she had just accompanied Huo Tianpei, who had suffered a stroke, back to America.
That person who had secretly approached her suggested that she secure Huo Tianpei and marry into the Huo Family to become Mrs. Huo was initially shocking to her, which she then outright refused.
She was only in her twenties; even if the wealth of the Huo Family was tempting, she didn’t want to marry an old man on his deathbed, paralyzed in bed.
Which young woman could resign to spending the rest of her life beside someone close to the grave?
Furthermore—that old man was the father of the man she had once loved.
How could she switch so suddenly?
Clearly understanding that Huo Tianpei harbored some affection for her, and that if she played her cards right, becoming Mrs. Huo wouldn’t be difficult, that person continued to persuade her relentlessly.
In the end, after being coaxed step by step by that person, she finally saw the light.
Did she really have any other choice?
She knew that Huo Zhenyang didn’t press her or evict her from the Huo Mansion not because he had pity for an old servant but simply out of consideration for Huo Tianpei’s protection of her.
Once Huo Tianpei was gone, Huo Zhenyang would have no reason to keep her around.
If she wanted to remain with the Huo Family, this was her only path.
The most glorious, fortunate, and envied and respected days of her life were spent with the Huo Family and the Huo Group.
She really didn’t know what she would be like if one day she left the Huo Family.
She didn’t want to end up like a stray dog, losing the man she had a crush on, along with her job and future, status and splendor.
Nor did she want to remain forever beneath Jiayi...
Finally, gritting her teeth, she followed that person’s suggestion and made an agreement with them.
Now looking back, marrying Huo Tianpei might have been worth it.
At least, she could earn the aura of Mrs. Huo.
At least, she could make those who looked down on her look up to her instead.
At least—
She would no longer be inferior to Jiayi.
Even if that man of her dreams could never be hers again, so what?
At least, as a stepmother, she could stay by his side, which was good enough.
The night breeze was cool, brushing against her skin, causing Su Yan to wrap her arms around herself.
The assistant obsequiously offered the expensive mink shawl and draped it over her shoulders.
She pulled her thoughts back, shifted her gaze, and watched Xiaolei, surrounded by reporters, dazzling and proud like a peacock.
She didn’t like this girl.
In fact, she was somewhat disgusted.
Perhaps because she knew Xiaolei had designs on Huo Zhenyang.
Even though she couldn’t have that man anymore, she didn’t want to see him coveted by another woman.
However, precisely because Xiaolei had her sights set on Zhenyang, Su Yan had no choice but to ingratiate herself with her.
There, the interview was nearly over.
An executive from Zuanshi stepped forward, blocking the reporters to give Xiaolei a chance to leave.
Taking the opportunity, Xiaolei escaped the encirclement of reporters, gasping and walking on seven-inch heels towards Su Yan. She hadn’t even steadied her steps before she began to grumble and complain, "God. My eardrums are almost blasted deaf by these reporters."
The indifference on Su Yan’s face flickered and then returned to normal, "Who told the media to be interested in you, a star and socialite."
With Su Yan’s compliment, Xiaolei’s face was filled with a self-assured smile.
A while ago, when Su Yan approached her to be the spokesperson for Zuanshi Jewelry, she realized it was a great opportunity to get in touch with her cousin, and she agreed immediately.
Although her cousin had left her at Yunling and arranged everything properly for her, ever since she visited her cousin-in-law that time, her cousin had not met with her since.
Over at Disheng, her cousin had also strictly forbidden her from visiting.
The living conditions at the apartment on Mira Road were all-inclusive, and her cousin even provided her with a housekeeper.
Even if she wanted to find a reason to see her cousin, she couldn’t come up with one.
She didn’t dare use any more little tricks forcefully. After all, that day at the bar, her cousin’s actions had frightened her.
She realized that her cousin, who used to be so affectionate towards her, could also become furiously angry with her.
Now that Zuanshi had been acquired by the Huo Group, meaning it was a subsidiary of the Huo Group, if she became Zuanshi’s spokesperson, her cousin would be her Boss.
Isn’t there a plethora of opportunities for a subordinate to see more of the Boss?
Like today, for example.
At that thought, Xiaolei’s mood brightened considerably. She glanced down the steps, rolled up a lock of hair that had fallen before her, twining it around her finger with a flirtatious gesture, "Why hasn’t cousin come yet?"
"There must be lots of business at the city hall. It’s normal for him to come later. Be patient."
A thought flashed through Xiaolei’s mind, "My cousin-in-law really won’t come today, right?" 𝓯𝙧𝓮𝓮𝒘𝓮𝙗𝙣𝒐𝒗𝒆𝓵.𝓬𝓸𝒎
A faint smile crossed Su Yan’s face, "Didn’t I tell you? Assistant Yu from your cousin’s side called yesterday saying that Zhenyang was attending alone tonight. Xiaoyi won’t be coming."
Xiaolei exhaled in relief, her face blooming into a smile that made her look even more fiercely beautiful.
Watching her look so eager, Su Yan could almost guess what she was thinking, and her brows involuntarily furrowed with a hint of disgust.
She quickly suppressed that feeling, her tone gentle, "Make sure you take good care of Zhenyang later. Fight for our side and don’t waste the opportunity I’ve given you."
