NOVPUBChapter 42: Chapter 42: I Have a Bad Temper_1
Chapter 42 -42: I Have a Bad Temper_1
Jian Qing’s eyes were nearly closed, her fingers on the armrest of the chair slightly clenched, as if enduring immense pain. It was everyone’s first time seeing Jian Qing in the photo studio, and although they were curious, none dared to approach her right away.
Before long, the doors of each makeup room began to open. The first to emerge were five mixed-race models brought by Khan, followed by the top domestic actress Liu Ruming, and finally Chu Ruohan and An Yu’s group.
After dressing up and donning their magnificent garments, the ten women, who were all originally beautiful, looked even more stunning. Chu Ruohan and Liu Ruming stood out the most, both boasting stellar looks that were neck-and-neck.
“Miss Chu, you look so beautiful!”
“Miss Chu, your dress is lovely. It suits your temperament perfectly.”
There were quite a few flatterers in the photo studio, and they gathered around Chu Ruohan in little groups, singing her praises to the point where it seemed they could elevate her to the heavens.
After all, Chu Ruohan was no ordinary model. She represented the Chu Family, and those in her favor were bound to prosper greatly.
It was a similar situation over at An Yu’s side. Yang Xiang listened to the compliments of those around her, a smug look coming over her face.
An Yu glanced around the photo studio hoping to spot that slim figure. She raked her eyes over the crowd several times, only to be disappointed each time she couldn’t spot the person she wanted to see.
Would she still not be able to meet him today?
Her gaze suddenly froze at a certain spot, making An Yu’s pupils shrink, her exquisitely made-up face instantly changing.
“An Yu, what’s wrong?” The woman standing next to her, Yang Lin, was the first to notice something was off and asked with concern.
An Yu subtly tugged at Yang Lin’s hand and whispered, “Look over there.”
Yang Lin, confused, followed her gaze and her brows furrowed upon landing on the slender figure.
What is she doing here?
“Jian Qing, why is she there?” Yang Xiang noticed Jian Qing too, her voice laced with anger and hatred barely concealed.
“Xiangxiang!” Unable to control herself, Yang Xiang stormed towards Jian Qing. Yang Lin wanted to stop her but she didn’t have time. She quickly followed Yang Xiang, worried that Yang Xiang would cause a scene in her impulsive state.
An Yu also followed, and Chu Ruohan, who was not far away, noticed their movement. Her heart sank when her gaze landed on Jian Qing.
“Jian Qing, what are you doing here?” With so many people around, Yang Xiang couldn’t just openly start a confrontation with Jian Qing, since she was a public figure herself.
Yang Xiang’s group was garnering attention, causing people in the photo studio to turn their heads, particularly towards Jian Qing. This sparked their curiosity regarding the relationship between them and Jian Qing.
As Yang Xiang and the others stood in front of Jian Qing, their expressions were a complex mix of emotions.
The harsh voice rang out, making it difficult for Jian Qing to ignore it. Closing her clear eyes and reopening them, she appeared completely calm, showing no sign of weakness.
“Jian Qing, how did you sneak in here? This is JK International. This isn’t a place for you.” Seeing Jian Qing still silent, Yang Xiang’s voice turned edgy.
After a moment, Jian Qing slowly reached up and removed the hat on her head. Her stunning beauty was instantly revealed to everyone, causing a collective gasp.
“Hiss …”
Although a few had seen Jian Qing’s appearance before, it was only a handful. She had kept her hat low, so most people in the photo studio only got a glimpse of her blurred side profile. Now that her unparalleled beauty was clearly visible, the amazement in their eyes could not be concealed.
Everyone secretly compared Chu Ruohan’s group to Jian Qing and unanimously overturned their previous comments. It turned out that the truly beautiful one was this lady brought by Chairman Quan.
Chu Ruohan looked at Jian Qing and her stunning face momentarily stunned her. The scene from the banquet terrace that day involuntarily flashed in her mind.
Could it be that there’s something between him and her …
No, that’s not possible.
Chu Ruohan desperately reassured herself, subconsciously denying the idea that had begun to emerge. 𝙣𝙤𝙫𝙥𝙪𝙗.𝒄𝙤𝙢
I am the most suitable for him, not anyone else. Absolutely not.
Jian Qing didn’t rise from her seat but looked up at Yang Xiang’s group. Even though she was looking up from a seated position, her dignity remained undiminished.
“What do you want?” Jian Qing asked indifferently.
Matched with Jian Qing’s deep, lake-like eyes, Yang Xiang choked on the words she was about to say, stuttering, “You … why are you here?”
Jian Qing replied evenly, “What does my being here have to do with you? Or are you saying this is your territory and I am not allowed to come here? Hmm?”
“You…” Yang Xiang was provoked, her face turning red. “Jian Qing, this is JK International and it’s not a place for you to run wild. Leave now.”
“Well, I should be the one telling that to you.” Jian Qing frowned at the gnawing pain in her stomach, growing impatient with Yang Xiang.
“Miss Jian, could you be a staff member here? I don’t seem to have seen you before.” Chu Ruohan cut off Yang Xiang before she could explode, her gentle voice a stark contrast to Yang Xiang’s.
Jian Qing looked at Chu Ruohan and asked, “Do I know you?”
Chu Ruohan wasn’t embarrassed and smiled softly, “I saw you at the banquet the other day, but I didn’t have the opportunity to greet you. It is not too late to get acquainted now. I am Chu Ruohan.”
Jian Qing studied Chu Ruohan for a few seconds before responding, her lips curling up slightly to bring the conversation back to Chu Ruohan’s previous question, “A staff member? You could say that.”
Although this person was more interesting than An Yu’s group, at least she seemed a bit smarter.
A venomous beauty or a saint?
“Impossible. How can you possibly work at JK International? I don’t believe it.” Yang Xiang ground her teeth.
“You have no choice but to believe it!” Right after Quan Yifei returned with a cup of water, he saw Jian Qing surrounded by Yang Xiang’s group. He immediately understood what was going on from their words.
Quan Yifei had never liked An Yu’s group. He walked straight towards Jian Qing with the cup of water, handed it to her, and said, “Jian Qing, have some water first.”
Jian Qing reached out and took it, her chilly voice softened a bit, “Thank you.”
“Yifei, what do you mean by that?” Seeing Quan Yifei’s actions, An Yu questioned him with a stern voice.
Quan Yifei stood straight, looking at An Yu and her group with a fake smile, “It means just what you heard. Jian Qing was invited by our JK International. Do any of you have a problem with that?”
Thinking to bully his sister-in-law just because there were more of them? No way.
“No…It’s impossible. She can’t do anything. How could JK International hire someone who can’t do anything?” Yang Xiang insisted, her eyes fixed firmly on Jian Qing.
By that time, Jian Qing had finished her cup of water, but it didn’t alleviate the pain in her stomach. She put the cup down and stood up to face Yang Xiang, “Heh, I can’t do anything? Which one of your eyes spotted that? Or do you think everyone has to be like you because you yourself are incompetent?”
“Jian Qing, you…” Yang Xiang was fuming, but before she could say anything more, Jian Qing cut her off.
“Did you all want to know what my job is? Well, now is a good time to find out.” Jian Qing put her hat back on and her voice cooled, “By the way, there is one more thing. I have a bad temper, so it is best not to mess with me unnecessarily; otherwise, you’ll have to face the consequences.”
With that, Jian Qing rose from her seat and left. Quan Yifei wanted to follow her, but she turned him down.
