Conflict Erupts

After filming for the program ended, Xie Sangyan's stiff expression finally relaxed for a moment. She walked into the nearby bathroom and looked at her unfamiliar self in the mirror. Dressed up gorgeously, she no longer resembled her pure self from before. She sighed softly, her expression somewhat melancholic. Her delicate features looked even more alluring at this moment.

"Xie Sangyan, there's no one here. Who are you pretending to be pitiful for?"

The mocking smile and harsh tone made it clear to Xie Sangyan who it was, even without turning around. This time, however, she was too tired to even put on an act.

"Chen Xiaoyong, just because I tolerate you doesn't mean I'm afraid of you." Xie Sangyan's tone remained calm, as if nothing could faze her. She had always kept her distance from Chen Xiaoyong, but this time, she had gone too far.

Chen Xiaoyong, in a sexy black low-cut dress with her attractive chest partly visible, spat out disdainfully from her vintage red lips, "You? What makes you think you can compete with me?"

"I'm not competing with you. If you insist on this comparison, then let's just say I can't compare to you!" Xie Sangyan's words were filled with helplessness. To her, Chen Xiaoyong was not even worth comparing to.

But to Chen Xiaoyong, these words were an insult! Seeing Xie Sangyan's disdainful look, as if she didn't take her seriously, Chen Xiaoyong felt the need to teach her a lesson right then and there, to remind her of her place!

"Xie Sangyan, let me give you a piece of advice: don't be so cheap!" Chen Xiaoyong couldn't help but curse, "Don't think I don't know what you've been doing behind everyone's back!"

"Chen Xiaoyong, don't go too far! I, Xie Sangyan, have never wronged anyone, let alone had any dealings with you. Why do you keep targeting me?" Xie Sangyan's words were heartfelt. She really couldn't understand why Chen Xiaoyong was always against her.

Chen Xiaoyong was so enraged by Xie Sangyan's words that she lost her senses. She reached out to slap Xie Sangyan, intending to give her a good scare. But unfortunately, Xie Sangyan coldly grabbed Chen Xiaoyong's hand and fiercely flung it away!

Chen Xiaoyong was utterly shocked. She didn't expect the seemingly frail Xie Sangyan to have such strength. But that was the reality, and it took Chen Xiaoyong a moment to react: "Xie Sangyan, you bitch! Are you still going to deny it? If you hadn't slept with Lu Huan, how could you have stolen the Lu Corporation's endorsement? Don't think I don't know. You're just pretending to be pure to fool men!"

Upon hearing the name 'Lu Huan,' Xie Sangyan trembled all over. She looked at Chen Xiaoyong but, unexpectedly, didn't say anything.

"Aren't you very eloquent? Why are you silent now?" Chen Xiaoyong felt triumphant seeing Xie Sangyan's reaction, "Weren't you so arrogant before? You think I don't know, Lu Huan that man..."

"Shut up!"

Seeing Xie Sangyan's serious expression as she looked behind her, Chen Xiaoyong's gaze also fell on the woman standing at the bathroom door. The woman, holding a camera, looked quite flustered.

It happened in an instant. By the time Chen Xiaoyong realized it, the other party had already fled. It was too late to chase her now. Moreover, there were many reporters outside. If they were discovered, it would be disastrous.

However, news travels fast. As the two were about to leave and had just stepped out, a large group of reporters swarmed them.

"Miss Xie Sangyan, are you and Chen Xiaoyong really good friends?"

"Is your friendship company-mandated?"

"..."

The barrage of questions was overwhelming. The two of them retreated in embarrassment and locked themselves in the bathroom. This behavior was extremely childish and immature, but they were both new to the industry and really didn't know how to handle the situation.

By this time, Shen Tong and Liang Xiaoyuan had already arrived at the bathroom door.

"What on earth did you arrange?! These two started fighting in the bathroom and got caught on camera! Now go deal with this mess immediately!" An unfamiliar woman, looking extremely annoyed, yelled at Shen Tong and Liang Xiaoyuan.

Several reporters had already blocked the entrance, and the situation seemed grim. Liang Xiaoyuan spoke in a low voice, "Everyone, this is a bathroom. Please be mindful of the location for your interviews. There will be a time for artist interviews later. Please leave here to avoid any misunderstandings."

"Director Liang, we heard that Xie Sangyan and Chen Xiaoyong have never gotten along in the company. Is it true that they pretended to reconcile for this entertainment program?"

"Director Liang, is it true that you are in a relationship with Xie Sangyan?"

"Director Liang, what exactly is your relationship with Xie Sangyan? Why do you always help her?"

"..."

Liang Xiaoyuan's expression was growing more impatient, especially with Xie Sangyan trapped inside. 

"Everyone, this is a private area. What do you mean by crowding here? I am noting your media outlets. Should I call our lawyers to inform you of the laws you're violating? Our company's artists also have their private spaces." Liang Xiaoyuan turned to the unfamiliar woman, "Miss, please get the security guards here. These reporters lack decorum. It seems we must get serious."

"Security is on the way," the unfamiliar woman, who seemed to dislike the reporters, replied.

The two played their parts well, making the reporters finally back off. Staying here wasn't getting them any more useful information, and the risk was high, so they decided to leave.

Xie Sangyan and Chen Xiaoyong were no fools either. Hearing the commotion and realizing everyone had left, they finally opened the door.

"Sangyan, it's over now." Liang Xiaoyuan's voice was still gentle, and he looked at Xie Sangyan with concern that slowly faded.

"Mm. I heard everything just now. Thanks you for being here." Xie Sangyan also smiled gently. They had spent so much time together that their smiles looked similar. Shen Tong, watching from the side, felt increasingly uneasy. She hadn't examined why she felt unhappy.

"Shen Tong, let's go!"

Even now, Chen Xiaoyong remained stubborn. It was this tenacity that gave her confidence. Shen Tong, absentmindedly, replied and followed Chen Xiaoyong out of the bathroom. Despite her many questions, Shen Tong didn't ask a single one.

When they left, Sun Qi was long gone. Shen Tong immediately called the company to send a car to take the difficult Chen Xiaoyong home.