"Who, Meng Dandan?"
"What's going on?"
"How did Meng Dandan become number five?"
Most people hadn't paid attention to what the host said earlier, but when the model's name was announced, everyone reacted and began to speculate.
Jiang Tiansheng heard this voice and immediately understood, his face so grim it could drip water.
Su Yingxue was struck by lightning; this was something she never could have anticipated.
Chen Fan's eyes grew cold. He turned and walked to the waiting area to look towards the stage.
He saw that from the waiting area at the other end of the runway, Meng Dandan, dressed in a luxurious and dazzling long gown, had already appeared.
The splendid long gown seemed to flutter, and the various rhinestones and crystals on its adornments reflected the lights, flashing with different colors, dazzling and spectacular.
The dress was indeed very beautiful, possessing a dreamlike quality that perfectly showcased Meng Dandan's figure. It made Meng Dandan appear like a lover from a dream, a goddess who astonished the entire audience.
Instantly, the entire performance hall stirred.
Countless fans were shouting Meng Dandan's name in unison, screaming and waving glow sticks.
As she strode along the runway, Meng Dandan truly became the center of attention, the focal point of this performance.
Watching Meng Dandan perform on stage, Su Yingxue said in disbelief, "How could she do this?"
She was supposed to be her model, but Meng Dandan had gone back on their agreement at the last minute and become Liang Xiaotong's model.
Although they hadn't signed a contract, Meng Dandan's actions constituted a betrayal, a blatant betrayal.
Even someone as kind as Su Yingxue was filled with righteous indignation, almost in tears.
In her anger, Su Yingxue became even more anxious.
There were many designers participating in the competition, but the runway time for each model was actually quite short. Soon, it would be the turn of her work.
But now, there was no time.
Chen Fan withdrew his gaze, pulled Su Yingxue aside, and said a few words in a low voice.
Su Yingxue was uneasy and somewhat bewildered.
Chen Fan said to Jiang Tiansheng, "Find someone to tell the host to schedule Su Yingxue's work last and have him try to draw out the time as much as possible!"
Jiang Tiansheng nodded and said, "Mr. Chen, I..."
"Go!"
Chen Fan waved his hand, signaling him to make the arrangements quickly.
He knew how much this competition meant to Su Yingxue, and with this unexpected situation, it was best to handle it first.
Jiang Tiansheng immediately found the on-site coordination staff and made the arrangements.
Meanwhile, Wang Dongdong and Jiang Tiansheng's subordinate returned with the suitcase.
Chen Fan immediately pulled Su Yingxue into the dressing room, opened the suitcase, and instructed Wang Dongdong, "Quickly go and call Lilith!"
Su Yingxue was still uneasy and said, "Brother Chen, why don't we find another model!"
"There's no time,"
Chen Fan shook his head and said with a serious expression, "This dress was tailor-made for you. Other models wouldn't be suitable. You have to go on stage yourself!"
"But I've never been a model, I'm afraid..." Su Yingxue worried.
"Don't worry, I'm here for you. You won't be any worse than Meng Dandan!" Chen Fan continued to encourage her.
Su Yingxue felt helpless. After taking a deep breath, she still didn't want to give up and said, "Then I'll change now?"
Chen Fan shook his head and said, "Let's wait for Lilith. I'll wait outside!"
With a dress like this, someone had to help; she couldn't put it on herself.
"There's no time, Brother Chen, please help!" Su Yingxue gritted her teeth.
Chen Fan was startled but then nodded silently.
With a clear mind, he took out the clothes and helped Su Yingxue, who was only in her underwear, put on the dazzling and ethereal dress.
However, he wasn't very skilled with some of the detailed embellishments.
Fortunately, Lilith and Bob arrived at this moment. After they entered, they helped tidy up the dress.
Even so, it took a lot of time.
On stage, the last model had already left.
Although there were many models and outfits on display, Meng Dandan's was still the most outstanding and received unanimous praise.
"Dandan, congratulations. Tonight, you are the queen here!"
At the backstage entrance, Tang Ruolin said with a smile.
Meng Dandan nodded, her face full of smiles, and said, "Tang Ruolin, I still have to thank you."
"You're still calling me Tang Ruolin?" Tang Ruolin chuckled. "Shouldn't you call me Ruolin, or brother?"
"Do you let other women call you that too?"
Meng Dandan felt a bit disgusted in her heart and said sarcastically.
However, even though she disliked Tang Ruolin, compared to being neglected and ignored, this was perhaps bearable.
"How can other women compare to you, Dandan?"
Tang Ruolin put his arm around Meng Dandan's shoulder. This time, Meng Dandan didn't struggle.
Tang Ruolin smiled smugly, feeling invigorated. "Don't worry, I've already spoken to the judges. The Designer of the Year award will go to Designer Liang, but the Shining Star Model award will be yours!"
Although it was a designer competition, the models, as participants, also had an award, and it was the only grand prize, with no second place.
Meng Dandan had a blank expression, but inwardly she enjoyed this feeling.
She hadn't experienced such treatment in a long time.
When she had rejected Tang Ruolin, she was too young. Her self-esteem and her pride had not yet been beaten by society. After being shelved for two years, her mindset had unconsciously changed.
At this moment, the last contestant was still not on stage. The host on stage began to ramble to fill the time.
But the audience wasn't foolish and started to heckle.
"What's going on? Why isn't the last one out yet? Is she that arrogant? Making so many of us wait!"
The host was a little embarrassed and also felt a sense of resentment towards Su Yingxue, who had not yet appeared.
The atmosphere in the venue gradually became restless.
The host, with no other choice, said, "There's one more contestant who has encountered a minor issue and isn't ready yet. Please bear with us."
"As the saying goes, good food is worth waiting for. All the waiting will surely be worthwhile. Our last contestant will undoubtedly bring you a visual feast, allowing you to experience the beauty of exquisite clothing..."
"Hiss..."
Boos erupted from the audience.
"Host, if she's not ready, then she shouldn't compete. Why waste everyone's time!"
A person in the front row stood up and questioned loudly, "Her time is time, but what about our time?"
The speaker was none other than Liang Xiaotong.
"Exactly, it's already this late and she's not ready. It shows she doesn't take the competition seriously. How can such a person be qualified to participate?"
"In my opinion, disqualifying her would be respecting the other contestants and all the audience!"
"Disqualify her!"
"Disqualify her!" Daifeng Novel
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