Today's Headlines: Su Yu and Director Jin's Romance?

In the quiet tea room, a faint fragrance of tea lingered in the air.

Lin Mu Xue unconsciously tightened her grip on the teacup. Her mind was in chaos, every thought shattered by Secretary Jin's words.

"Jin Meixiao is Tang Song's girlfriend."

Those words rumbled through her ears like rolling thunder, echoing again and again.

As Tang Song's assistant, and having personally gone through a series of emotional changes, her admiration and reverence for Tang Song were beyond imagination.

In her heart, Tang Song was also the most charming Male God in the world. She loved him so much she could not pull herself free.

Yet no matter how bold or confident she was, she had never imagined that Jin Meixiao would be Tang Song's girlfriend.

This was utterly unreasonable!

Su Yu was at least an entertainment celebrity, so Lin Mu Xue could be somewhat accepting of her and accept Tang Song's philandering.

But what about Jin Meixiao?

With her status and position, how could she possibly allow her man to have other women?

Then had she come here today to break them apart?

Leave Tang Song?

At that possibility, Lin Mu Xue's eyes suddenly widened, and her body began trembling uncontrollably.

Never before had she felt so terrified and panicked.

Because in her eyes, Jin Meixiao truly had the ability to do that.

Zhao Yaqian's gaze drifted back and forth between Secretary Jin's matching couple's outfit and the roses on the tea table, a complicated emotion rising within her.

When she had first gotten together with Tang Song, she had not actually thought much about it. She had simply liked him.

At the time, she had only been out of high school for a year. Busy surviving, she had been simple-minded and knew little about society.

Quite a few of her classmates and friends had dated, breaking up and getting back together.

She had not known how long she and Tang Song would stay together either.

So when she had first heard her cousin mention Bai Fumei and "partner Gao Mengting," she had not felt much and had not given it much thought.

But after spending time with Tang Song, along with the Juqing Huijin trust, the house at Yanjing Huating, and the influence of Isa Beauty,

her feelings had grown so intense that even she could no longer control them.

That was why she had taken the initiative to bring Xiao Xue and the other two in, why she had gotten in touch with Qian Lele, and why she had changed herself for him.

Now, looking at "Wei Xiao" wearing matching clothes with Tang Song and holding the roses he had given her, and facing the other woman's nobility and elegance,

it was impossible for her not to feel sour and inferior.

But her thoughts were simple, and she did not overthink it.

Setting down her teacup, Zhao Yaqian glanced at Xiao Xue beside her, confusion flashing through her eyes.

She did not know why, but Xiao Xue seemed especially strange today. In front of Wei Xiao, she appeared extremely fearful—far more so than Zhao Yaqian herself—and had completely lost her usual confidence and poise.

For example, even now, her legs were shaking incessantly, and her eyes were blank. Clearly, her emotions were extremely agitated.

Could this Wei Xiao have an incredible background?

Jin Meixiao... Jin Meixiao... Zhao Yaqian murmured the name a few times in her heart. It did sound familiar, but she simply could not remember where she had heard it.

She reached out and gently patted Xiao Xue on the back.

Zhao Yaqian looked up at Wei Xiao, who appeared calm and composed, her features beautiful.

Taking a deep breath, she said sincerely, "Smiling Sister, I know you are Brother Song's Official Girlfriend. I never intended to compete with you. You are an outstanding woman, and I admire you very much. I hope we can get along amicably and become good friends in the future. I also hope you can accept my presence."

Hearing this, Lin Mu Xue unconsciously tightened her grip, her expression extremely awkward.

She was the one who had taught those words to the Beautician before.

If they had been facing Su Yu, there would have been nothing wrong with saying that.

Su Yu had once given Zhao Yaqian a handbag, was also a beneficiary of Juqing Huijin, and had even invited them to the Mo Du Film Festival.

Moreover, Mo Xiangwan had tried to win her over and had remained in contact with her.

They had some emotional foundation between them.

But the problem was that this was Jin Meixiao!

"Getting along amicably" and "good friends"—given their respective statuses, they truly were not worthy enough.

Amid Lin Mu Xue's frantic thoughts,

Secretary Jin crossed her legs, the corners of her mouth curving upwards. Her voice carried a hint of pleasure and gentleness. "I'm very happy that you think this way. I can tell that you're a pure and kind girl, and I'd be very happy to be friends with you."

Lin Mu Xue was stunned when she heard that. She had not expected the legendary Director Jin to be so easy to get along with.

And judging from her words, she seemed to genuinely want to build a good relationship with the Beautician.

Then... what about me?

She quietly looked up and met a pair of bright, profound eyes. There was a meaningful trace in that gaze, as though it had seen through her heart and her true nature.

Lin Mu Xue bit her lips, unprecedented fear and panic surging through her heart.

With Director Jin's capabilities, she definitely knew about all my dark history.

What will she think of me? Will she reject me? What should I do?

Zhao Yaqian breathed a sigh of relief. "Thank you for the compliment, Smiling Sister. You are also a kind and beautiful girl."

"Hehe." Hearing someone praise her like that for the first time, Secretary Jin could not help letting out a light laugh. She leaned back slightly. "Qianqian, you've been with Tang Song for a long time too. Tell me about your experiences together. I want to hear them."

"Brother Song..." A shy smile appeared on Zhao Yaqian's face as she began recounting their story in a soft voice.

Her fingers unconsciously traced the rim of her teacup as scene after scene since they had met emerged in her mind.

Two somewhat reserved strangers, a warm and generous customer, a Programmer Friend who cared for her attentively, a gentle and handsome Boyfriend.

There was one thing she could be certain of: she was absolutely Brother Song's first woman.

Their clumsy yet sincere first kiss, their hazy and inexperienced first time, their gradual exploration of each other's bodies...

None of that could be faked.

At that thought, Zhao Yaqian's smile grew brighter and brighter, and her mindset gradually shifted.

We shared all of each other's firsts. Beauty Zhao was born beautiful, and the person Brother Song loves most is me.

I will never leave him.

Secretary Jin listened quietly, her eyes constantly shifting, her feelings complicated and difficult to discern.

After a while, Zhao Yaqian's voice trailed off.

Secretary Jin's gaze swept over to Lin Mu Xue's face, and her clear voice rang out. "Assistant Lin."

"Here!" "Here!"

Two voices sounded at once.

Lin Mu Xue and Lin Tiantian exchanged a look, their expressions entirely different.

Secretary Jin raised her eyebrows and changed how she addressed her. "Mu Xue."

Lin Mu Xue hurriedly sat up straight. "Director Jin, please speak!"

"Your performance at Juqing Huijin and Confluent Capital has been very good. I often hear people mention you."

An unnatural smile appeared on Lin Mu Xue's face. "Thank you for the praise, Director Jin. I'm only doing my best at my job. I still have many shortcomings, and I will continue working hard."

She herself knew perfectly well that as an assistant, she was mostly putting on airs and delivering work reports. She could hardly help with any real work at all; it was all hollow.

Secretary Jin smiled faintly, her gaze carrying a trace of scrutiny. "Tang Song thinks highly of your abilities and has always given you more opportunities. For example, the position of General Assistant of Confluent Capital, furthering your education, and even future access to private resource allocation. However, opportunities and responsibilities coexist. Do you understand what I mean?"

Lin Mu Xue took a deep breath and tried to keep her voice calm. "I understand. I'm very grateful to President Tang, and I won't betray his trust."

Secretary Jin lifted her teacup and took a sip, elegantly adjusting her posture. "Very good. I believe you have that ability.

"However, as his assistant, you need to be more cautious and disciplined. Not only at work, but in your private life as well. Every decision, word, and action of yours will affect Tang Song."

Her voice was gentle but firm, as though she were trying to soothe Lin Mu Xue's emotions while also carrying an authority that could not be ignored.

"I... I'll be careful." Lin Mu Xue's heartbeat sped up, and her palms began to sweat.

She had high emotional intelligence and naturally understood that the other party was not merely praising her, but warning her as well.

But she knew her own situation. Materialistic, fond of showing off and flaunting things, mingling in the Socialite Group, lying—her past experiences could be described as deeply embarrassing. She was nowhere near as pure as the Beautician.

In fact, that was simply her nature.

If she had not previously known about Su Yu, her tail would probably already have been raised to the sky.

She would not have thought about building good relationships with Xie Shuyu, Wen Ruan, and the others either. Instead, she would have been thinking about how to receive even more affection from Tang Song together with the Beautician.

Secretary Jin looked at her evasive eyes and said meaningfully, "I believe you will. After all, you're a smart person,

right, Mu Xue?"

Her tone was calm, yet it carried an invisible Sense of Pressure, as though every word was striking against Lin Mu Xue's heart.

Lin Mu Xue's lips trembled. She bowed slightly, her face somewhat pale as she said, "You're right. Thank you, Director Jin, for your guidance and recognition."

Zhao Yaqian sat to the side, her gaze moving back and forth between them.

She wanted to say something for her Best Friend Xiao Xue, yet she did not know how to begin.

Just then,

Secretary Jin suddenly turned to look at her and smiled. "Qianqian, what do you think of this club?"

Zhao Yaqian froze, not expecting the topic to suddenly turn to her.

She instinctively looked around at the exquisite decor of the tea room and the tranquil scenery outside the window, then answered carefully, "This club is... very upscale. The environment is quiet, the tea is delicious, and it has a lot of class."

After all, she was now a shareholder of Isa Beauty and had attended many gatherings with Xiao Xue. Naturally, she knew about this kind of top-tier private club.

Unlike Isa Beauty, which was meant for leisure and entertainment, such places usually had entry requirements, operating through invitations and referrals. Their members were entrepreneurs and social elites.

Secretary Jin's gaze softened somewhat. "This is one of my properties. I usually use it to receive important guests, and it is not open to the public."

Zhao Yaqian said something flattering in a somewhat ingratiating tone. "It truly is wonderful. It's the best one I've ever been to."

Secretary Jin glanced at Lin Mu Xue, who seemed to have sensed something, and the corner of her mouth lifted slightly. "Do you like it?"

Zhao Yaqian froze, her fingers unconsciously twisting together. "Smiling Sister, do you mean—"

She was not stupid. Besides, after growing so much over this period, she could naturally understand the implication behind the other woman's words.

"You seem very interested in things like beauty salons. Since this is our first meeting, take this as a gift." Secretary Jin raised her teacup and took an elegant sip. "From today onward, this club belongs to you. The property rights and usage rights will all be transferred under your name."

Lin Mu Xue, sitting beside her, froze. Her eyes widened slightly as a complicated emotion surged within her.

By doing this, Director Jin was showing that she had completely accepted Qianqian and was even taking the initiative to build a good relationship with her. With one move, she was giving away such a valuable, high-quality fixed asset.

Meanwhile, as Tang Song's Little Lover as well, Lin Mu Xue had only been warned and had received no recognition.

That overwhelmingly obvious difference in treatment, along with her fear of losing Tang Song, made jealousy and resentment rise uncontrollably in her heart.

If the other woman had not been her beloved Beautician friend, she would probably have broken down on the spot.

Zhao Yaqian opened her mouth and stammered, "S-Smiling Sister, this is too valuable, isn't it? How can I accept such a huge gift? And this is your place—"

Secretary Jin gently set down her teacup. "This is a small token of my feelings, and also a way of showing that I recognize you."

She paused, then continued, "In addition, this club can become a place for your gatherings, socializing, or events in the future, avoiding some unnecessary trouble. I believe you also know that Tang Song has more than just you as a lover. Consider this a connection between me and all of you."

Her tone was gentle, but it conveyed a firm confidence that could not be refused.

Zhao Yaqian bit her lips and said with a flushed face, "Thank you, Smiling Sister."

Secretary Jin smiled in satisfaction, then turned her gaze toward Lin Mu Xue. "Mu Xue, as Qianqian's good friend, you'll also do your best to help her, right?"

Lin Mu Xue's whole body stiffened, and she answered with difficulty, "Yes, I will."

Secretary Jin looked to the side and said softly, "Tiantian, go handle the proper business with Mu Xue."

"Okay, Director Jin!" Lin Tiantian stepped forward quickly and said clearly, "Hello, Madam Lin. I'm Lin Tiantian, the one who spoke with you on the phone before. I've already prepared everything regarding your enrollment procedures and course arrangements.

"They're in the Meeting room on the fourth floor of the club. I'll take you there."

Lin Mu Xue froze. Earlier, because she had been too shocked, she had not noticed the other woman's voice.

So she was Lin Tiantian.

But what Lin Mu Xue had not expected was that her part-time MBA at Imperial College London was personally handled by Director Jin.

Lin Mu Xue stood up and tried to make her voice sound calmer. "Thank you."

Walking out of the tea room,

"Please follow me." Lin Tiantian stepped aside and made an inviting gesture, then led Lin Mu Xue upstairs with calm, unhurried steps.

The two walked side by side, and a subtle atmosphere filled the air.

Lin Mu Xue's fingers curled slightly, a faint sheen of sweat appearing in her palms as she tried to calm her emotions.

Soon, the two entered a spacious, bright Meeting room.

Various documents, materials, and an open Laptop had already been placed on the conference table.

"Sorry to trouble you, Tiantian." Lin Mu Xue forced out a smile.

"You're welcome."

Lin Mu Xue held the signing pen and pressed her lips tightly together. Facing this moment she had dreamed of for so long, she was not as happy as she had imagined she would be.

Jin Meixiao's appearance, as well as the warning from her, made Lin Mu Xue feel as though she could barely breathe.

Just then,

Knock, knock, knock— Crisp knocking suddenly sounded, breaking the brief silence.

Immediately afterward, a tall, beautiful figure walked in.

Shangguan Qiuya wore a tailored business suit, a lively smile on her face, and carried an exquisite large gift bag in her hand.

"Madam Lin, Tiantian, good afternoon. Sorry, I'm a little late."

Lin Mu Xue's eyes lit up, and she quickly stood. "Hello, Madam Shangguan!"

At the Yan Province International Clothing Fair, Shangguan Qiuya, who had helped her put on airs, had left a deep impression on her.

Seeing her again here now, Lin Mu Xue immediately felt an unusual sense of familiarity, as though she had found some familiar sense of security.

Shangguan Qiuya smiled and took the initiative to shake her hand, asking after her recent circumstances with concern.

After exchanging a few simple pleasantries,

Shangguan Qiuya placed the gift bag on the conference table and said softly, "Director Jin asked me to prepare this gift for you.

"She said it is encouragement for your future development, as well as a small token of her feelings."

Lin Mu Xue blinked in shock, her eyes falling on the exquisite large gift bag. Flattered, she said, "T-This is from Director Jin?"

"Mm. You may not know this, but Director Jin thinks very highly of you. She has an excellent private opinion of you and intends to cultivate you."

"Thank you for Director Jin's esteem. I will work hard!"

Shangguan Qiuya smiled and gently pushed the gift bag in front of Lin Mu Xue. "Come on, see if you like it."

Lin Mu Xue hesitated for a moment, took a deep breath, and reached out to open the bag.

Inside was a beautiful, exquisite gift box.

The iconic Hermès Orange, one of her favorite colors.

She carefully lifted the lid. Her pupils suddenly contracted, and she couldn't help crying out, "White House?!"

Shangguan Qiuya gave a light laugh. "Mm, Director Jin personally picked this out for you. It's the 2022 First Snow edition. I had to go to great lengths to get this brand-new Birkin."

Lin Mu Xue's face flushed red, and her heart began pounding violently.

Hermès Birkin 20 White House (First Snow).

As a postgraduate student of luxury goods, how could she not know about this top-tier bag in the world?

Hermès's House Series bags included four models: Daytime, Night, White House, and Black House.

Among them, the White House model was called "First Snow" because of its pure white color scheme and elegant design.

Although its official retail price was only 318,000 yuan, it was exceedingly rare on the market. At its peak, its market value exceeded two million yuan.

Its purchase-history requirement had always been shrouded in rumors.

It was said that even VIC members needed to purchase nearly ten million yuan worth of goods just for a chance to compete for this bag.

It had been discontinued for over a year now, making it extremely difficult to get a brand-new First Snow like this.

Her dream bag had indeed been the "LV Himalaya" before, but that was only because she had never dared to even dream of owning a bag like this. Yet now, it had truly appeared before her eyes.

And Jin Meixiao had given it to her!

Lin Mu Xue's fingers trembled slightly as she stroked the delicate, silky leather. She could hardly believe it. "It... it's really for me?"

"Of course. It belongs to you now." Shangguan Qiuya lightly tapped the White House with her finger. "A woodland cottage from a fairy tale, bathed in pristine first snow. This bag also suits your name very well, don't you think?"

"Bathed in first snow..." Lin Mu Xue caressed the snowy "roof," gazing at the beautiful, dreamlike Birkin with dazed eyes.

A powerful sense of gratitude and admiration surged within her.

Watching this scene, Shangguan Qiuya's gaze flickered slightly, and a faint curve lifted at the corner of her mouth.

To a certain extent, Lin Mu Xue's current work was in a field that Director Jin had once overseen.

And judging by the current trend, her relationship with President Tang would only grow closer and closer.

Whether out of responsibility toward Tang Song or personal feelings, Director Jin would not remain indifferent.

And this was only the beginning.

The differing treatment of Liu Qingning, Wen Ruan, Zhao Yaqian, Lin Mu Xue, and the others would also create a certain rift among them in their future interactions.

Director Jin would not allow a second "Su Yu" to appear and challenge her position—not even if several people joined forces.

At the thought of Su Yu, Shangguan Qiuya's expression became somewhat complicated.

Although she had not been at Yanjing Sky City this morning, Lin Tiantian had told her about President Tang's roses and card.

This could be considered making up for one regret in Director Jin's life.

As Director Jin's Personal Assistant, Shangguan Qiuya knew better than anyone about the entanglements between her and Su Yu.

Su Yu had once mocked Director Jin: "He never said a single word of love to you, yet he wrote dozens of love songs that cut to the bone for me."

Now that she had received Tang Song's roses and words of confession for the first time, no one understood the significance of that joy better than Director Jin.

That was why Director Jin had been so eager to unleash everything on Su Yu.

Even the original plan targeting Zhao Yaqian and Lin Mu Xue had undergone a last-minute change.

According to Director Jin's original plan,

she would have given Zhao Yaqian a Credit Black Card in front of Lin Mu Xue, with a credit limit ten times that of the card President Tang had customized for Lin Mu Xue.

This kind of disparate treatment involving such an enormous amount of money would undoubtedly plant a mine between the two Best Friends.

It would also reduce Lin Mu Xue's excitement and satisfaction at receiving a privately customized credit card to the lowest possible level.

However, after receiving Tang Song's confession, Director Jin ultimately chose a gentler approach.

She just wondered what Su Yu was feeling right now.

Just then.

"Bzzzt—" The Mobile Phone in her pocket suddenly vibrated.

Glancing at the Call information, Shangguan Qiuya's brow slightly raised.

She walked to a corner of the Meeting room and answered the call. "Hello, what is it?"

Upon hearing the voice from the receiver, her eyes widened, and an indescribable look of shock appeared on her face.

Su Yu? What was she trying to do?

Crow Mountain, Shanhaiguan Scenic Area.

"Ahhh!" A shrill scream suddenly exploded from the crowd, drawing strange looks from the surrounding tourists.

"What's wrong, Little Yue? Why are you shouting?"

"Something happened!" The Girl's face was flushed red, and she was so excited that she could barely speak coherently. "Su Yu! Su Yu!"

Cheng Qiuqiu, who had been silently standing to one side, froze the instant she heard that name. Her expression changed abruptly as she shouted, "What happened to Su Yu?"

"Su Yu and Director Jin from Smiling Holdings! Hurry and look at the trending searches!"

"Holy crap! How is that possible? One's an entertainment superstar, the other's a business goddess. They have absolutely nothing to do with each other!"

The discussions rose one after another, rippling outward like waves.

Cheng Qiuqiu hurriedly took out her Mobile Phone from her bag. The screen was already flooded with notifications from various Apps.

Su Yu was suspected of publicly confessing to Director Jin! Business Queen X Top Superstar

Shocking! Su Yu is suspected of publicly confessing to Director Jin of Smiling Holdings!

Fan theorists, get over here! A post analyzing the interaction details between Su Yu & Director Jin is up!

Cheng Qiuqiu's mouth fell wider and wider open, her face full of disbelief.

With trembling hands, she tapped open a notification. The top pinned post on the Weibo App immediately came into view.

It was a Weibo post Su Yu had just published.

Su Yu: "Someone asked me why I always like to smile. Perhaps it's because of her influence. Director Jin is a very charming woman. Being with her makes me feel a different kind of attraction."

The post came with three photos. Though all somewhat blurry, the identities of the people in them were still recognizable.

One was a back-view photo taken in an office. The two stood together, their temperaments complementing each other perfectly;

One was a side-profile shot from a charity gala. Su Yu slightly raised her head to look at Jin Meixiao, her gaze gentle and intent;

The last was taken inside a hotel suite, where they stood so close that they could almost hear each other breathing.

These photos seemed to conceal some indescribable emotion, inviting endless speculation.

Cheng Qiuqiu took a deep breath, her Whole body trembling with excitement.

As a veteran die-hard fan, she had never imagined that her idol could have such a close relationship with the renowned Jin Meixiao. Not only her—probably no one online had expected that these two people, who seemed to have no connection whatsoever, had known each other for a long time and had shared so many close interactions.

Next, Cheng Qiuqiu opened a Douyin push notification.

A video posted by a major gossip-focused self-media account popped up, its title exceptionally eye-catching:

Latest Reveal: Su Yu and Jin Meixiao Have Known Each Other for a Long Time? These Details Are Too Obvious!

The video began by showing two comparison images. One was the dreamy bracelet Su Yu wore when she first publicly announced her relationship on Weibo, while the other was the earrings Jin Meixiao wore in a group photo.

Their designs were exactly alike, practically a "couple's set."

Immediately afterward, the video switched to Brilliance, a business-themed film Su Yu had starred in years ago. In the movie, the female lead she played subtly resembled Director Jin, both in characterization and styling.

Beyond that, the video also listed numerous clues connecting Su Yu and Director Jin in the business world:

Smiling Holdings had been an early investor in Tang Zong Entertainment, where Su Yu worked:

The largest shareholder behind many products Su Yu endorsed early in her career was also a company under Smiling Holdings:

Tang Zong Entertainment, Gathering Stars, and companies connected to Smiling Holdings numbered more than fifty. The video had only been posted for a short time, yet Bullet Comments were already flooding in, almost covering the screen:

"Love should not be defined by gender," "Who can handle a pairing like this?!" "I'm shipping them, save me!" "Double Beauty CP," "Su Yu really is a Lesbian"---

After watching the video, Cheng Qiuqiu's mind buzzed.

This time, the entire internet's reaction was surprisingly unanimous. Not only did no one question or condemn it, they were all crazily fanning the flames instead.

They wanted to send this "Double Beauty CP" straight to the heavens.

The more gossip Cheng Qiuqiu consumed, the more excited she became. She muttered to herself, "Could it be... could Su Yu really like women? Is she in a relationship with Director Jin?"

In fact, Su Yu had always maintained an exceptionally clean image.

She had never been involved in any scandals and had even refused intimate scenes while filming.

Her social circle was extremely limited, and she basically never spent time alone with male friends. This had long made many fans suspect that she might be a Lesbian.

Now, with Su Yu's Weibo post "proactively confessing her love," combined with all her previous behavior, the situation became increasingly bizarre,

yet unexpectedly plausible.