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Love Like Fire: The Exclusive Secrets of Su Nianqing
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Under the dazzling lights, a corner of the banquet hall seemed to be particularly favored by the spotlight. Su Nianqing, dressed in a simple yet elegant black gown, resembled a fleeting shadow in the dark night, being half-pushed and half-dragged by her manager toward the edge of the interplay of light and shadow.
Her brows furrowed slightly, her steps filled with reluctance, and her star-like brilliant eyes flickered with deep disdain for this hypocritical social gathering. However, the weight of reality forced her to compromise; her longing for freedom and authenticity could only transform into a helpless sigh at this moment.
"Look at you, so understated; how can you stand out in this sea of indulgence and attract the gaze of those who will determine your future?" The manager's words came in rapid succession, tinged with urgency and dissatisfaction, expressing a sense of frustration.
Just as the words fell, an unexpected incident occurred. As Su Nianqing's thoughts wandered, the wine glass in her hand seemed unable to bear the weight of the moment; it trembled lightly and spilled like a cascading red waterfall onto the luxurious suit of the man beside her.
Gu Tingchen, the legendary prince of Hu Circle, stood before her at that moment, his stern features sharply defined under the light. The red wine trickled down his exquisite profile, leaving behind glaring stains that clashed with his handsome appearance.
Gu Tingchen remained unusually calm, bowing his head in silence, resembling the tranquility before a storm. The lively hall instantly fell silent; guests exchanged glances, afraid to breathe too loudly lest this incident affect them.
Su Nianqing's heart tightened suddenly. In a flurry, she pulled out a tissue from her elegant handbag to remedy this sudden mishap but was gently grasped by Gu Tingchen's strong hand around her wrist, an irresistible force coursing through her skin.
"No need," he said in a deep voice like ice, carrying an undeniable finality. Each word struck Su Nianqing's heart, causing her to tremble involuntarily. His gaze was as deep as the night sky, hiding endless indifference and scrutiny that made Su Nianqing feel an unprecedented sense of oppression.
"I'm... I'm sorry, Mr. Gu. I really didn't mean to..." Her voice was as faint as a mosquito's buzz, mixed with a hint of panic and unease.
As she looked up, she met those eyes that seemed capable of seeing through one's soul; all her justifications felt pale and powerless at that moment. The air seemed to freeze, and the surrounding gazes pierced through every inch of her skin like sharp swords.
Just when everyone thought this would be an unresolvable farce, Gu Tingchen unexpectedly curved his lips into a playful smile, one that concealed too many unknown depths.
"This young lady has quite an inventive way to catch my attention," he remarked.
The atmosphere around them ignited instantly; guests' gazes focused on Su Nianqing like searchlights, each face filled with surprise and mockery as they waited for the drama to unfold.
Su Nianqing's cheeks flushed like burning clouds as she stood awkwardly beside him holding tissues. Despite feeling a mix of emotions inside, she mustered up courage to speak again; her voice was soft yet firm: "Mr. Gu, I will take full responsibility and raise money to compensate for your loss as soon as possible."
"Raise money? With you?" Gu Tingchen's lips curled into a dismissive smirk, his gaze filled with skepticism about her abilities.
"I will give you a month. If you cannot raise the funds, you will have to repay this debt with yourself."
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