Huayu 2021: Isn’t he in the technology field?

Chapter 313 Oda's Vigilance, the Two-Faced King's Trembling

As dusk settled, a private estate on the outskirts of Shanghai was brightly lit.

The Rolls-Royce Ghost glided smoothly down the tree-lined avenue and came to a stop in front of the magnificent main house.

As soon as the car came to a stop, two heavy, carved wooden doors opened from the inside, and a group of people quickly came out to greet them.

The middle-aged man at the head of the group, with a warm smile, was none other than Zhang Ligang, CFO of Fosun Group.

The men and women following behind him were all well-dressed and exuded composure.

Chen Duo got out of the car first and opened the door at the back. Jiang Qing stepped out with a smile on her face, her demeanor as composed as ever.

Tian Xiwei took a deep breath and followed suit.

She tried to straighten her back, a practiced, polite smile on her face, attempting to suppress the panic surging within her because of the enormous manor and the sheer scale of the other party's presence.

On the way, she already knew that the evening party was hosted by Fosun Group.

The crisp sound of her high heels clicking on the polished stone steps reminded her of her newfound status.

"President Jiang! Welcome, welcome!"

Zhang Ligang extended his hand enthusiastically, strode forward, and spoke in a loud voice.

"We've been waiting for you!"

"Mr. Zhang, you're too kind. It's a pleasure to have you personally come to greet me."

Jiang Qing shook hands with him, her smile gentle and her demeanor composed. Her invisible aura instantly calmed the surrounding glitz and clamor.

After exchanging a few pleasantries, Zhang Ligang turned his gaze to Tian Xiwei, his smile unchanged.

"This must be Miss Tian Xiwei, right? I've heard so much about you; you're even more radiant in person than on screen!"

"Hello, Mr. Zhang."

Tian Xiwei quickly bowed slightly, her smile sweet.

She knew perfectly well that these polite words were just for show. If it weren't for Jiang Qing, people like Zhang Ligang would never know someone as obscure as her.

"Mr. Jiang, let me introduce you."

Zhang Ligang turned to the side, guiding Jiang Qing to look at a middle-aged man beside him who had a refined demeanor but exceptionally sharp eyes.

"This is Mr. Guo Guangchang, the General Manager of Fosun Group. Mr. Guo has long admired you!"

Guo Guangchang!
The name instantly lifted Tian Xiwei's spirits, and her body tensed up!

She felt her throat go dry and her breath hitched.

She was naturally familiar with the head of Fosun Group, a true business tycoon!

She instinctively gripped Jiang Qing's arm, her fingertips trembling slightly.

She hadn't expected Guo Guangchang to personally appear here.

Jiang Qing was not surprised at all and took the initiative to extend her hand.

"Mr. Guo, it's a pleasure to meet you. I've long admired your name."

Guo Guangchang smiled appropriately and shook hands firmly with Jiang Qing.

"Mr. Jiang, you're too kind. Your name is now widely known. It's an honor for Fosun to have you here."

His gaze was scrutinizing.

Just as Tian Xiwei was trying to process the shock brought by the big shot in front of her, her eyes inadvertently swept over the crowd behind Zhang Ligang.

A familiar face came into view; it was…

Her junior from the Shanghai Theatre Academy, Wang Churan!
Wang Churan wore a light brown mesh dress. The soft tulle, like flowing clouds bathed in the afterglow of the setting sun, vaguely outlined her tall and graceful figure.

The strapless design perfectly accentuated her elegant collarbones and smooth shoulder and neck lines, giving her a gentle yet reserved temperament that made her stand out in the crowd.

However, what made Tian Xiwei's heart skip a beat was not Wang Cheran's outstanding appearance, but her eyes at that moment.

Wang Churan's gaze was fixed on Jiang Qing, her beautiful eyes filled with undisguised joy and admiration, as if everything around her had become a blurred background.

A piece of information flashed through Tian Xiwei's mind like lightning.

Wang Churan is an artist under Fosun Pictures!

At this point, Jiang Qing and Guo Guangchang's initial greetings came to an end.

Jiang Qing's gaze naturally turned to Wang Cheran. She wasn't surprised to see her there, and a familiar smile appeared on her face.

"Choran, it's been a long time."

This address was like a needle, gently pricking Tian Xiwei.

Wang Churan's face instantly lit up with a smile, as if she had rehearsed it countless times, her expression obedient.

"Jiang Shen, it's been a long time!"

Her voice was soft and gentle, which contrasted somewhat with her dignified appearance.

Immediately afterwards, Wang Churan seemed to only then notice Tian Xiwei, turned her gaze to her, still wearing an impeccable smile, and greeted her softly.

"Hello, senior sister. I didn't expect to meet you here."

Her tone sounded natural, but a hint of coldness flashed quickly in the depths of her eyes as she looked at Tian Xiwei.

Tian Xiwei's mind was on high alert!
Something's off about that look!

Almost instinctively, she tightened her grip on Jiang Qing's arm and pressed her body closer to him, silently declaring her ownership.

She raised her chin, her face beaming with a bright smile, displaying the straightforwardness unique to girls from Sichuan and Chongqing, along with a hint of hidden sharpness.

"Yes, we were together yesterday."

This seemingly ordinary sentence contains a wealth of information: time, relationship, and intimacy.

Wang Churan's smile froze almost imperceptibly for a moment, so quickly that one might think it was an illusion.

She didn't reply, but simply nodded, her gaze slightly lowered. In that instant of looking down, Tian Xiwei caught a fleeting glimpse of darkness in her eyes.

Something's not right with this woman!
Zhang Ligang and Guo Guangchang quickly exchanged a knowing glance.

The subtle scene before us was somewhat interesting, yet not surprising.

After all, given Jiang Qing's circumstances, this is quite normal.

To them, Wang Churan was nothing more than a casual move.

It would be best if it worked, but it wouldn't be a big deal if it didn't.

At least for now, Jiang Qing's attitude towards her is unusual.

Guo Guangchang's smile deepened, and he raised his hand in greeting.

"President Jiang, please come in. The reception has already begun."

"Please, Mr. Guo."

Jiang Qing readily accepted good advice.

A group of people escorted Jiang Qing and the others into the brightly lit banquet hall.

Tian Xiwei clung tightly to Jiang Qing, head held high and chest puffed out, like a little peacock raising its feathers to defend its territory.

Out of the corner of her eye, she clearly saw that Wang Cheran's gaze was fixed on Jiang Qing's back, and the intensity in his eyes instantly heightened her vigilance.

Wang Churan, following behind, kept her eyes on Jiang Qing and Tian Xiwei's backs as they walked side by side. Beneath her gentle smile, a suppressed undercurrent was surging deep in her eyes.

She happily took leave from the film crew to come here, hoping to be Jiang Qing's companion.

Where did this Tian Xiwei come from?
How disgusting!

Why is she able to get so close to Jiang Shen?
A faint glint of cold light flickered in her eyes, but she quickly concealed it, put on a polite smile again, and hurried after him.

Upon entering the party venue, the enormous crystal chandelier illuminated the entire space as if it were daytime.

The air was filled with the fragrance of fine clothes and the clinking of glasses, accompanied by the melodious strains of a violin and soft laughter.

Jiang Qing's appearance was like a boulder thrown into a lake, instantly attracting everyone's attention.

"Jiang Qing! Over here!"

A cheerful voice cut through the crowd.

Zhu Long, the founder of Yitu Technology, strode forward, holding a wine glass.

This was the first time the two had met in over half a year.

"General Manager Zhu."

Jiang Qing greeted him with a smile, and the two shook hands and exchanged pleasantries familiarly.

Many prominent figures from the tech industry gathered around, greeting and chatting with Jiang Qing.

Jiang Qing handled the situation with ease, chatting and laughing with everyone, and quickly became the focus of attention.

Tian Xiwei stood quietly beside him, trying her best to play the role of an elegant female companion, with a sweet smile on her face, accepting the amazed or curious glances from others.

She could sense that Wang Churan was standing not too far away, his gaze fixed on her and Jiang Qing as if it were a physical presence.

After exchanging pleasantries for a while, Guo Guangchang spoke up at the opportune moment.

"Dr. Jiang, Mr. Zhu, why don't we move over and have a chat? I have some questions I'd like to hear your insights on."

One of the core purposes of his hosting this party tonight was to extend goodwill to the two of them.

Jiang Qing nodded knowingly.

"President Guo, please make the arrangements."

Guo Guangchang smiled and gestured for them to proceed.

Jiang Qing turned to Tian Xiwei.

"Xiao Tian, ​​I have some things to discuss with General Manager Guo and General Manager Zhu. Chu Ran is here too. You're alumni, so you can chat."

He glanced in the direction Wang Churan was looking.

Tian Xiwei's heart tightened, but her smile remained unchanged, even becoming a little sweeter.

"Okay, you go ahead and do your work, don't worry about me. I can catch up with my junior sister now!"

She emphasized the words "reminiscing about the past".

Wang Churan also walked over at the right time, her face still bearing that gentle and proper smile.

"Don't worry, Jiang Shen, I will take good care of Senior Sister."

It's quite appropriate for her to say that at a party hosted by Fosun.

Jiang Qing nodded, then whispered to Tian Xiwei, "Call me if you need anything," before following Guo Guangchang, Zhu Long, and several other key figures to the tea room. As Jiang Qing disappeared, the small circle in the center of the banquet hall seemed to fall silent instantly.

Those subtle, appraising gazes didn't disappear; instead, they focused even more intently on the two actresses who remained, each with a distinct style yet equally radiant.

Tian Xiwei's sweet smile faded slightly after Jiang Qing turned around. She turned around to face Wang Cheran directly.

Those signature big eyes stared directly at the other person without flinching, carrying the straightforwardness of a Sichuan girl and a hint of scrutiny that was hard to detect. Her chin was slightly raised, and her tone was crisp.

"Junior sister, shall we talk?"

Wang Cheran's lips remained unchanged, her gentle demeanor unchanged, but her gaze calmed as she looked directly at Tian Xiwei, her voice soft yet carrying an invisible tension.

"That's exactly what I was thinking, Senior Sister."

The air seemed to freeze between the two for a moment, and invisible sparks crackled.

One is like the summer sun, bright and direct.

Like a cold autumn moon, its gentle beauty conceals undercurrents.

The two started walking almost simultaneously, heading in unison towards a relatively quiet long table at the edge of the banquet hall, where exquisite desserts and drinks were laid out.

The sound of high heels clicking on the marble floor was crisp and rhythmic.

Tian Xiwei casually picked up a glass of champagne.

She got straight to the point, her big eyes fixed on Wang Cherish, her tone inquisitive.

"I never expected to run into you here. You and Jiang Shen... are you very familiar with each other?"

She deliberately used the same term Wang Churan had used to address Jiang Qing earlier, "God Jiang."

Wang Churan gracefully picked up a glass of juice, her fingertips gently tracing the cool glass. Upon hearing this, her smile deepened, and an almost dreamlike light appeared in her eyes.

"Jiang Shen is my idol, doesn't Senior Sister know that? I'm a big fan of his Weibo super topic."

Her tone carried a sense of self-righteous pride.

"Idol?"

Tian Xiwei raised an eyebrow, her tone playful.

"Just an idol? Look at the way he looks at you, it's not as simple as a regular fan."

She bluntly pointed it out.

Wang Churan's smile remained unchanged, but her eyes flickered slightly before she blushed with just the right amount of shyness.

"Senior sister is joking. Isn't it normal for fans to get excited when they see their idols? Who wouldn't admire someone like Jiang Shen? Just like you, senior sister..."

She changed the subject, her gaze falling on Tian Xiwei's face.

"Isn't it because you admire Jiang Shen that you can be so...close to him?"

She pronounced the word "close" softly, yet it carried a probing tone.

Tian Xiwei was furious, but her smile became even brighter, even tinged with a hint of smugness.

"Yes! I really like him, and he likes me too. We're very happy together."

She admitted it directly, without any hesitation.

Wang Churan's fingers tightened almost imperceptibly as she gripped the juice glass.

She lowered her eyes to look at the clear liquid in the glass, concealing the emotions that were surging in her eyes.

When she looked up again, she still had that gentle and harmless look, only her voice was a little lower.

“A man like Jiang Shen… deserves the best. He is like the moon in the sky, aloof and distant. To be able to get close to him, to receive even a glance from him, is already an immense blessing.”

She seemed to be speaking to Tian Xiwei, or perhaps she was talking to herself, her tone filled with reverence.

Tian Xiwei frowned; Wang Churan's almost morbidly worshipful tone made her very uncomfortable.

"Wang was terrified."

She addressed him by his first name, her tone becoming more serious.

"Idols are idols, and reality is reality. Jiang Qing is a human being, not a god. Your kind of thinking... is a bit dangerous."

She tried to enlighten the other person.

"Danger?"

Wang Churan seemed to have heard something interesting. A strange smile appeared on her lips, but her eyes suddenly sharpened and pierced straight at Tian Xiwei. Her voice was still soft, but it carried a chill.

“Senior sister, I’m just a fan. What dangerous thoughts could I possibly have? I just hope that Jiang Shen is doing well and that everything around him is worthy of his brilliance. Anything that might obscure his brilliance or… taint him makes me uncomfortable.”

Her words were pointed, and her gaze was fixed on Tian Xiwei, her eyes almost overflowing with obsession.

Tian Xiwei felt a chill run down her spine, startled by the woman's twisted possessiveness.

Immediately, she met Wang's dreadful gaze without flinching, her voice turning cold.

"Wang Cheran, wake up! This is all wishful thinking on your part! Jiang Qing knows best what he needs! It's not your place, a fan, to tell him what to do!"

"Wishful thinking?"

Wang chuckled softly, a laugh tinged with nervousness.

"Senior sister, how do you know that Jiang Shen doesn't need someone purer, someone who understands how to look up to him, and someone willing to give everything for him? Do you understand his true loneliness? Do you understand the pressure he bears when he's at the top? When you're with him, besides enjoying his halo and the conveniences he brings you, what can you do to share his burdens?"

Her words were like poisoned needles, piercing Tian Xiwei one by one.

"you!"

Tian Xiwei's cheeks flushed red with anger, and her big eyes burned with fury.

"You're being completely unreasonable! It's none of your business what I do with him! Who do you think you are?"

"who am I?"

Wang took a step closer, instantly shortening the distance between them. A crack appeared in her gentle mask, revealing a wildly burning flame in her eyes, a chilling stubbornness.

"I know him best! I'm willing to give everything for him! I can give up my career, give up everything for him! What about you? Senior sister, can you do it? Are you willing to give up your just-started acting career?"

Her voice wasn't loud, but every word was like a knife.

Tian Xiwei was forced to take a half step back by her sharp questioning.

This is not a normal fan mentality at all!
"madman……"

Tian Xiwei murmured, looking at the still beautiful but distorted face in front of her, and felt a chill rise from the soles of her feet.

Wang Cherish seemed to be provoked by this word. She took a deep breath, her chest heaving violently, and the curves outlined by her light brown mesh dress carried a dangerous allure.

She stared intently at Tian Xiwei, as if trying to memorize her appearance.

I'm even... looking forward to her next move!
Just as the tension was at its peak, as if things were about to spiral out of control, a gentle, smiling voice broke in.

"Xiaotian, Cheran, what are you talking about so intently?"

Jiang Qing had finished talking at some point and was standing a few steps away watching them.

Guo Guangchang, Zhu Long, and others followed not far behind him.

His appearance instantly broke the tension between the two.

The madness on Wang Cherish's face receded like the tide, so quickly it was astonishing.

She quickly lowered her eyes, and when she looked up again, she had returned to her usual gentle and obedient self, as if the person with the obsessive gaze and crazy words had never existed.

She even gave Jiang Qing a slightly shy smile.

"Jiang Shen, are you done talking? My senior sister and I are chatting about some gossip at school."

Her tone was natural, as if the heated conversation just now was really just casual chat.

Tian Xiwei subconsciously breathed a sigh of relief.

She felt a chill run down her spine as she watched Wang Cheran's face change in that instant.

But Jiang Qing's appearance gave her a sense of security. She immediately bypassed Wang Churan, walked quickly to Jiang Qing's side, and subconsciously grabbed his arm tightly.

She forced a smile, her voice still carrying a hint of tension.

"Yes, we talked about some school-related things."

Jiang Qing's gaze lingered for a moment on Tian Xiwei's slightly pale face, then swept over Wang Cheran's impeccable gentle smile, lost in thought.

He raised his hand and very naturally placed it on the back of Tian Xiwei's hand that was gripping his arm, patting it gently with a silent reassurance.

"Really?"

His tone remained gentle, as if he had not noticed anything amiss.

"They seem to be having a good chat."

His gaze shifted to Wang Churan, filled with inquiry.

"Curious, thank you for chatting with Xiaotian."

That "thank you" was like an invisible thorn, gently pricking Wang Churan.

Her smile remained perfect, but her fingers gripped the juice glass tightly.

She lowered her head slightly, her voice soft.

"You're too kind, Jiang Shen. It's my pleasure."

At this moment, Guo Guangchang and Zhu Long also came over.

Guo Guangchang's gaze swept subtly between Jiang Qingtian, Xiwei, and Wang Churan, his smile remaining unchanged.

"President Jiang, I hope you have a good time tonight."

He raised his glass in a gesture of acknowledgment.

"Mr. Guo, you're too kind. The reception was wonderful."

Jiang Qing raised his glass in response.

Tian Xiwei quickly raised her glass as well.

Wang Churan also elegantly raised the juice glass in her hand.

The crystal glasses clinked gently, producing a crisp and melodious sound.

Under the lights, Tian Xiwei nestled beside Jiang Qing, still shaken but trying her best to remain calm.

Wang stood a step away, her smile still gentle, but her eyes were lowered, concealing all her turbulent emotions.

A war without gunfire has been temporarily put on hold.

(End of this chapter)