Zheng Cai, already suppressing her fury, now fumed even more at Ye Yuning’s words. She gritted her teeth, her voice tight with restraint. "She has nothing now. Are you really going to drive her to her death?" The Nanjia Peak project was gone, and she couldn’t even participate in the Bugelang Exhibition. In Zheng Cai’s view, this was already the biggest blow to Ye Tong. If Ye Yuning insisted on pursuing this, it would undoubtedly push Ye Tong to the brink. Hearing Zheng Cai’s accusatory tone, Ye Yuning calmly retorted, "Am I driving her to her death? Was it I who made her plagiarize?" One sentence sharply silenced Zheng Cai. Not stopping there, Ye Yuning pressed, "Or do you think the Xiao family listens to me and won’t hold her accountable?" It would have been better not to mention the Xiao family. But now that they were, Zheng Cai’s indignation flared. "Your private relationship with Xiao Linye is so good," she accused. "Don’t think I don’t know why the Xiao family is holding her accountable!" Ye Yuning was momentarily speechless. This bunch of lunatics, do they have some kind of persecution complex?Does she think I’m trying to harm Ye Tong? And that I’ve privately gotten involved with Xiao Linye?Me and that psychopath Xiao Linye, a good relationship? How come I don’t know about it? "Fine. If you want to make a scene and insist you’re right, so be it." Ye Yuning, having no desire to engage with Zheng Cai further, said her piece and hung up. On Zheng Cai’s end, hearing the disconnected tone, she was so furious she spun around several times on the spot. This little bitch...!See? She didn’t even refute it.So, the Xiao family relentlessly pursuing Ye Tong must be her doing. Thinking about Ye Tong missing the Bugelang Exhibition today, and the exorbitant half a million spent on a dress for it, made Zheng Cai’s lungs ache with anger. "Ye Yuning, I won’t let you get away with this!" she seethed through gritted teeth. Yet, as she said this, a profound unease settled in her heart. She’s connected with the Xiao family now; how could I dare to truly make things difficult for her?If this affects the Ye family, the losses would far outweigh the gains.So, I must be patient for now. I mustn’t lose my composure. I have to wait until Siyu succeeds. Then, I refuse to believe I can’t deal with this little bitch! 「On the Xiao family’s side.」 They naturally wouldn’t bother attending an industry insider event like the Bugelang Exhibition just for amusement. But they paid close attention to such exhibitions, as they were scouting for outstanding designers for the coming years. When Xiao Linye arrived at the company, he immediately opened his computer to watch the Bugelang Exhibition’s live broadcast. Lai Shuo respectfully entered. "My Lord," he reported, "the Second Master and the Third Young Master have already left Manlang." "How did it go?" Xiao Linye asked. Lai Shuo replied, "The Third Young Master said everything was settled. We can go directly to talk with Boss Ye now." "That smoothly?" Xiao Linye raised an eyebrow. Lai Shuo nodded. "It went very smoothly. The Second Master said Miss Ye showed some lingering sentiment from the past, and after the Third Young Master spoke with her for just a few minutes, she agreed." At the words ’lingering sentiment,’ Xiao Linye let out a cold sneer. The eldest daughter of the Ye family, harboring lingering sentiment for Xiao Shuo? How utterly ironic. Hearing Lai Shuo speak of this ’lingering sentiment’ made Xiao Linye particularly uncomfortable. Lingering sentiment? Is Xiao Shuo even worthy of possessing such a thing? Listening to Xiao Linye’s chilling sneer, Lai Shuo felt a shiver down his spine. He had no idea which of his words had set off his master’s temper again. "Tell Xiao Shuo that people shouldn’t daydream so excessively!" Lai Shuo was perplexed. What does that mean? Did I really say something wrong? Clearly, Lai Shuo still hadn’t grasped where he had erred. But Xiao Linye had no intention of explaining further and dismissed him with a wave of his hand. Lai Shuo hurriedly turned and left, carefully closing the door behind him. Meanwhile, Xiao Linye’s gaze remained on the screen. Ye Yuning, accompanied by Chen Wei, Ma Di, Lei An, and Lan Ying, arrived at the exhibition venue to sign in. At the entrance, numerous journalists were scrutinizing the arrivals. This event involved significant talent scouting from various countries, and many influential figures were present. Moreover, any designer appearing here today was considered to hold some influence over the industry’s future. As a popular figure from previous years, Ye Yuning naturally became the center of attention upon her arrival. "Boss, you and Lan Ying might be interviewed by quite a few people later," Chen Wei whispered in her ear. The moment Ye Yuning heard ’interviews,’ she immediately shook her head. "Just arrange for Lan Ying to do them." "You won’t?" Chen Wei asked, shocked. Such occasions, offering so much exposure, are incredibly valuable! Ye Yuning stated, "I don’t need to." Chen Wei was taken aback. This young boss is a bit too laid-back, isn’t she? Xiao Linye, watching Ye Yuning appear on the live broadcast, was initially startled. Then he thought, this little girl really doesn’t know her place, daring to walk ahead of her boss! Speaking of which, this Boss Ye (the one he assumes is Yuning’s boss) usually has a terrible temper in public, even bordering on psychopathic! But she isn’t too difficult with those close to her. At least for now, seeing Ye Yuning walk ahead of her, this Boss Ye shows no sign of displeasure on her face. Is this why her studio’s employees can’t be poached?