Through Maldini’s effort in spreading the Three Flavour International’s fashion products in his circle, it created a Chinese wave in Milan. However, Three Flavour International still maintained their previous strategy with a strict control over the orders. Hence, many people felt regretful for not being able to buy anything.
Then again, there were also many who had successfully bought the latest fashion, feeling especially satisfied and they started posting them on their social media.
The Three Flavour International’s Branding Department had displayed outstanding strategic planning and have been constantly trying to create a topic to make Three Flavour International become the darkest horse in Milan’s fashion week this year.
Back in China, Li Qing’er was constantly scrolling through the news that nearly made her collapse from despair. Along with Three Flavour International becoming popular, Gu Rushan also attracted much attention as the first model of the show.
Gu Rushan’s video was currently being circulated through the internet in different channels. Her management company caught onto this opportunity and instantly pushed her to become the first fashionable idol in the country.
It’s mainly because the showbiz needed a new face like Gu Rushan. Hence, everyone started to pay attention to Gu Rushan, and at the same time, the drama, Huadu’s Green Wine, was dug out with the conclusion being that Gu Rushan’s performance was so much better than Li Qing’er, once again creating publicity.
“That bitch!” Li Qing’er furiously threw her laptop onto the ground and looked at her assistant, who was seated before her, and ordered, “What are you sitting here for? Contact the company immediately! I want all news related to Gu Rushan removed! I want her banned from the industry!”
Wearing a bitter smile, her assistant reminded her, “Gu Rushan is already popular, and the management company that she’s in is also very influential; it’s not any weaker than ours. Big Sister Qing’er, why don’t you just bear with it? After all, with your status in the industry, she won’t be able to pose any threat to you for the time being.”
“I can’t stand someone like her thriving!” Li Qing’er was still furious and she continued, “I, Li Qing’er, have reached my position by stepping on others, so how can I be the stepping stone for others?”
Her assistant helplessly shook her head. She knew that her boss had gone into hysteria and wouldn't be able to listen to her advise.
At this moment, her phone rang and she immediately went to the balcony to pick it up to avoid becoming Li Qing’er’s anger ball.
After she finished with the call, the assistant returned with a solemn expression and helplessly said, “Big Sister Qing’er, there’s a piece of bad news that I would like to tell you. You are no longer needed for Abbe’s outdoor advertisement in the afternoon.”
Sensing something unusual with her assistant’s emotions, Li Qing’er knitted her brows and continued to rage, “Why?! I have pushed away two advertisements for that, so why am I no longer needed?”
Knowing that it’s impossible for her to hide it from Li Qing’er, the assistant mumbled, “Big Sister Qing’er, please calm down. The manager just called that our cooperation with Abbe has ended.”
“Why?! Didn’t we just sign the contract last week?” Li Qing’er was still furious.
“Abbe said that they’re willing to bear the penalty to dissolve our contract.” The assistant bitterly smiled.
“They’re actually willing to pay the penalty?” This was Li Qing’er’s first time encountering such a good bargain and continued, “Then, it’s fine. Although Abbe is a renowned brand, it's also a good deal to receive money without working. So why do I have to be furious about this matter?”
Taking the penalty, it’s the same as her counting money at home.
Gnashing her teeth, the assistant sighed, “If you knew the new spokesperson for Abbe, you wouldn’t be so happy anymore.”
Hearing those words, Li Qing’er’s nerves instantly tensed up as she stared at her assistant and roared, “Could it be Gu Rushan?!”
The assistant did not dare to look straight into Li Qing’er. She lowered her head and nodded.
“Damn it!” Li Qing’er had practically gone insane as she smashed everything before her.
Standing by the corner, the assistant could only keep her mouth shut. She was already used to Li Qing’er’s temper.
The news online wasn’t much of a blow for Li Qing’er, and she could completely ignore it. However, she couldn’t bear Gu Rushan snatching her work, snatching a deal that had already been clinched.
Abbe would rather pay the penalty of millions to change her for Gu Rushan, and that meant that Gu Rushan’s worth has exceeded her.
“Give Han Fei a call!” Li Qing’er ordered.
Han Fei was Li Qing’er’s manager.
An assistant and manager were completely different. An assistant was privately hired by Li Qing’er to help her with the miscellaneous matters, while a manager was from the management company, responsible for taking jobs for her. Furthermore, Li Qing’er’s manager was once a celebrity himself. Hence, he had both resources and ability in the industry.
“Hello? Big Brother Fei? Are you busy right now?” Li Qing’er’s tone instantly turned coyish like a spoiled child.
Looking at this scene, the assistant did not even bat an eye as she inwardly sighed. Her boss seemed to have a double personality when interacting with others.
Then again, this was also the reason why she could become an A-rated celebrity in the country.
“Big Sister Qing’er? I’m doing great!” Han Fei briefly paused before he asked, “Are you calling be about Abbe’s matters?”
“What's the reason for that?” Li Qing’er’s tone suddenly became wrong as she asked, “They’re actually willing to cancel the contract and pay the penalty? I’m not someone who thinks highly of money, but being rejected makes me feel humiliated.”
Sighing heavily, Han Fei already knew about Li Qing’er’s personality after working together for so many years. Li Qing’er might seem gentle on the surface, but she’s actually a strong-minded woman deep in her bones.
“Big Sister Qing’er, I suggest that you should just take this matter lying down.” Han Fei helplessly replied as he continued, “In this industry, things are constantly changing. I’ll be honest with you, the price that we set with Abbe back then was high, and we’re not able to bring the worth that they’re looking for. As for the reason why they chose Gu Rushan, it’s out of consideration for the products’ orientation.”
“What product orientation? I can lower my fees.” Li Qing’er’s tone suddenly became unhappy.
Han Fei bitterly smiled since he knew that Li Qing’er had become anxious from the pressure, and it’s mainly because of the sense of danger. Letting out a sigh, he replied, “Big Sister Qing’er, I would like to ask you something. Did you know that you had some photos taken by paparazzis when you were in Milan?”
“What photos?” Li Qing’er suddenly became alert.
“So you still don’t know about those photos?” Han Fei went on in a helpless tone, “I’ll send the photos to your phone later. Right now, the company is deciding to put you on a period of haitus, and it’s for your own sake!”
When he finished, he immediately hung up the call.
The reason why Abbe sorted out their contact with the management company, and the management company not asking for any penalty was already because of their guilty conscience.
Not long after Li Qing’er returned to the country, the management company received a pile of photos in their official mail, and they’re all photos of Li Qing’er with Patrick in the hotel. Every single photo was ambiguous, including how Li Qing’er laid down in her swimsuit while Patrick applied sunblock for her. Furthermore, there’s also a photo with Patrick’s hand in Li Qing’er’s clothes.
Those photos might not be considered much in western countries, but if they were exposed in the country, Li Qing’er’s reputation would be completely destroyed.
Furthermore, Li Qing’er is also taking the route of a youthful and sweet path as a celebrity, and if she were to take up any shows in the future, she will have to take the seductive path.
Li Qing’er soon received those photos and her first reaction was the paparazzi, who was beaten up by Su Tao in the restaurant back in Milan.
Li Qing’er had a good relationship with that paparazzi, and she never imagined that the paparazzi would be so ruthless to take photos of her private life.
Aside from those photos, Han Fei also sent a message over, “In order to resolve this matter, the penalty from Abbe will be used to cover up this matter.”
Looking at the message, Li Qing’er’s heart instantly fell into the bottom of the valley. She initially thought that she would be able to get some money to comfort herself, but she never expected that she would get nothing in the end.
Furthermore, judging from Han Fei’s attitude, Li Qing’er could tell that putting her on hiatus was a tactful way of banning her.
She will only be able to reappear when the influence of the photos dies down.
However, the showbiz industry is always changing, and when Li Qing’er comes out again, she will practically have to start over again.
Looking at Li Qing’er hugging her knees as she cried, the assistant wore a conflicted smile. Li Qing’er might be her younger cousin, but during her time as Li Qing’er’s assistant, she had never felt the warmth between relatives. Instead, she felt like a slave.
Seeing that Li Qing’er was so sad, the assistant felt happy for some reason.
Although Three Flavour International’s launch event had ended, Su Tao and his group still hadn’t left as they participated in the activities of other brands.
Gu Rushan might be constantly paying attention to news in the entertainment industry, but she still has no idea that she has successfully become a popular celebrity. When she returns to the country, she will face an explosion of endorsements, sponsorships, and show offers.
Furthermore, the cooperation between Su Tao and Joanna had also progressed into the details discussion stage. He can tell that Joanna is in a rush about that as she wants the cooperation to be set so that her brother can return.
“Let’s just go with this model!” Su Tao read through the contract once more and finally nodded his head. This contract had already been checked by Three Flavour International’s Legal Department, and there’s no problem with it.
“When are we going to sign it?” Joanna asked as she felt relieved.
“After I return to the country!” Su Tao smiled as he continued, “I have already booked flights tomorrow, and once everything has settled down, you can look for me in Hanzhou City for the signing process.”
“You’re leaving tomorrow?” Joanna was shocked by Su Tao’s abrupt departure.
“What’s the matter? You’re not willing to part with me?” Su Tao joked with a smile.
“I’m only feeling regretful on behalf of Silvia.” Joanna explained with a blush on her face as she added, “You should know how she feels about you.”
“It’s only a pity that Silvia and I lacked fate between us!” Su Tao replied honestly and went on, “But I believe that she can find a man even more outstanding for herself.”
As Joanna felt relieved inwardly, she never expected that Su Tao would share his view on Silvia with her without any hesitation. For some reason, she actually felt relieved.
Even if she knows that it might be jealous, but she still couldn’t help the rising spark in her heart.
