After watching the variety show, it was already 8:30 pm. During that time Lin Tingyue went out for dinner and visited Bai Yaxin's newly bought sewing machine.
This was specially bought by Bai Yaxin as a gift for Lin Xiawan.
Next week, Lin Xiawan will hold her first solo exhibition, and Bai Yaxin, Lin Tingyue, and herself will all be models for the clothes.
After the variety show ended, Lin Tingyue went upstairs, where Lin Xiawan took her measurements.
It's a rather strange feeling.
The original female lead, whom I liked when I read the book, was standing right in front of her. She hadn't experienced so many hardships, yet she could still shine.
" Tingyue, what's wrong?"
Lin Tingyue placed both hands on Lin Xiawan's shoulders and looked at Lin Xiawan earnestly, saying, "Sister, I'm proud of you. You deserve it, and you'll definitely reach even bigger stages in the future."
Lin Xiawan patted her hair. " Tingyue says she will, then she definitely will."
Lin Tingyue nodded emphatically. "Yes!"
Lin Xiawan's exhibition was reposted by the Lin Group's official account and Lin Shengyan. Lin Tingyue logged into her almost dormant Weibo account, intending to repost for Lin Xiawan as well, and was surprised to find that she actually had tens of thousands of followers.
Lin Tingyue: "O.0"
Where did it come from?
After reading the comments, she realized that it came from that dating reality show. That show was canceled after a few episodes, and Director Zhu was doing something else. But even those few episodes were analyzed and discussed extensively by netizens.
When a show becomes popular, even an ordinary person like Lin Tingyue becomes an overnight sensation.
Actually, she quite misses appearing on variety shows, mainly because she misses the pay for them.
After clicking "share, "Ying An also shared it an hour later.
Lin Xiawan's exhibition immediately topped the trending searches. Lin Tingyue strolled around the square, and passersby were praising Lin Xiawan's designs. [Gold always shines.]
Light!
Lin Tingyue put down her phone with satisfaction and went to the conference room for a meeting.
The meeting had just ended when she received a call from Lin Yuhuan.
Lin Yuhuan Lin Tingyue was quite surprised that Lin Tingyue didn't call her often.
"Big brother, what's wrong?"
" Tingyue, are you busy? Someone said that Xiawan's design was plagiarized!"
Chapter 123
"I'm so angry! I asked them to produce evidence that Xiawan plagiarized, but they said that's what everyone's saying online now, isn't that pure nonsense?"
Bai Yaxin's chest heaved with anger, and Lin Xiawan, sitting next to her, comforted her, "Mom, you don't need to pay attention to what they say."
Bai Yaxin grasped Lin Xiawan's hand, "I may not care, but I cannot allow them to harm my daughter with impunity."
"Yes," Lin Rusong, usually so amiable, said coldly, " Yuhuan, send lawyer's letters to those who spread rumors. Even spreading rumors online comes at a price."
"Dad, don't worry, the public relations department is already up and running."
After learning that Lin Xiawan had been accused of plagiarism, everyone rushed back to the villa, except for Lin Shengyan, who couldn't make it back in time. So he simply made a video call to Lin Xiawan.
In the video, he's getting his makeup done, and upon hearing this, he enthusiastically agrees. "That's right, big brother, let them know that the Lin Family isn't easy to bully!"
"Exactly!" Lin Tingyue's beautiful eyes burned with rage. "We can't let them smear Sister Xiawan's reputation."
Seeing her family members so protective of her, Lin Xiawan felt a warmth in her heart.
When she was in high school, something similar happened to her. She went back and told her adoptive parents and brother, but they all blamed her.
In the end, the matter was left unresolved, but it remained a thorn in Lin Xiawan's side.
She did nothing wrong, so why are her parents and brother criticizing her?
Now that thorn is starting to loosen, because they aren't her real family at all; her real family would support her unconditionally.
Lin Xiawan's gentle face was full of determination. "Mom and Dad, eldest brother, second brother, Tingyue, don't worry, I can handle this myself."
" Xiawan has grown up and it's time for her to learn to handle things on her own, but you must remember that we will always be behind you," Bai Yaxin said gently.
"Yes, I know." Lin Xiawan hugged Bai Yaxin, the scent of her mother making her nose feel a little sore.
Those days of being unsupported and subjected to beatings and scoldings are all over.
On the day of the solo exhibition.
Wow, Yueyue, you're so beautiful, are you trying to seduce me?
Fan Qing started praising Lin Tingyue the moment she saw her. Lin Tingyue, holding the ribbon of her dress, smiled and said, "It's all thanks to Sister Xiawan's excellent design."
"Of course not."
Fan Qing played with Lin Tingyue's ribbons, carefully examining the dress. From afar, the dress seemed ordinary, but up close, it shimmered like emerald lake water swaying under willow branches in spring. Yet, it also suited Lin Tingyue's personality, adding a touch of liveliness. Lin Tingyue and the dress became one, so beautiful that it was impossible to look away.
Fan Qing praised, " Sister Xiawan's design is absolutely brilliant! There are actually people who say it's plagiarism. They couldn't have come up with such a thing even if they lived eight lifetimes."
Lin Tingyue raised her head and said, "That's right."
"Hey, I heard that Sister Xiawan invited those people who accused her of plagiarism today too?"
"Yes," Lin Tingyue nodded, "They also brought their designs and models."
"Are you here?"
Fan Qing looked ready to make a big splash.
Lin Tingyue amused and exasperated.
I don't know if they came or not, but it seems your big star is here.
Lin Tingyue followed Fan Qing's gaze and indeed saw Ying An who had just entered.
Ying An, dressed in a light-colored suit, still stood out even in a crowd.
Lin Tingyue lifted her skirt and said to Fan Qing, "I'm going to say hello, I'll be right back."
"Go, go."
Fan Qing waved her hand. As the saying goes, "He who eats another's food is bound to him, and he who takes another's gift is bound to him." Ying An had already treated her and Lin Tingyue to a meal, so she had essentially acknowledged him as Yueyue's boyfriend. It was perfectly normal for Yueyue to go see him.
Fan Qing and the others stood there, casually playing with the beads in their hands. They had found these during a trip abroad with Feng Shuiyun. The stall owner said they were sister bracelets, with each bead being different; one for her and one for Lin Tingyue.
Lin Tingyue returned shortly afterward.
Fan Qing asked in surprise, "So fast?"
"Hmm, Mr. Ying is talking to my second brother... Qingqing, you should try this mousse cake, it's super delicious."
Fan Qing smiled and took a bite with Lin Tingyue.
When most of the people had arrived, the group made a grand entrance. Fan Qing nudged Lin Tingyue's arm and whispered, "Am I seeing things? Isn't that Sister Xiawan's adoptive father?"
Song Zhuang and Ling Zhen used to frequently go to the villa to ask Bai Yaxin and Lin Rusong for money, Fan Qing had seen them there several times.
"Really."
Lin Xiawan said she could handle it, so Lin Tingyue didn't bother to investigate. Was there really something going on in Song Zhuang?
Ling Zhen has already gone to jail for taking Lin Xiawan away. Lin Tingyue didn't expect that they would still be able to cause trouble.
Lin Tingyue looked at Lin Xiawan with concern, and Lin Xiawan smiled at her.
Lin Xiawan is the female lead in the original book! What can't she handle? Lin Tingyue secretly gave her a thumbs-up.
Bai Yaxin also grasped Lin Xiawan's hand. After Ling Zhen went to prison, Lin Rusong sent many people to cause trouble for the Song Zhuang family father and son. This father and son really don't know what pain is!
"Rich people are different, huh? They can even hold a solo exhibition for plagiarism. Since they're so rich, why don't they just buy our designs, put their own names on them, and at least that way it won't be such an ugly mess."
Despite the other person's sarcastic tone, Lin Xiawan's expression remained unchanged. "Are you referring to the designs behind you? Sorry, I don't even like them."
Sister, you're my only sister!
"Exactly," Lin Shengyan casually, hands in his pockets, "What a piece of garbage design! I wouldn't even take it for free, why would I pay for it? Do you think I have money to burn?"
[Second Brother, you truly live up to your reputation as the Lin Family's sharp-tongued war god!]
"You..." Gao Ren was furious.
The person next to him, who appeared to be his assistant, said, "I remember Mr. Lin is a big star, right? It's so easy to be a star these days."
Lin Shengyan nonchalantly, "If you're so good, you do it."
The assistant was speechless. "An award-winning actor, my foot! What kind of manners are these?!"
However, in order to prove herself, Lin Xiawan broadcast everything live today. She refused to believe that Lin Shengyan wouldn't lose fans if this segment was broadcast.
[People say I'm arrogant and unapproachable, but this is Lin Shengyan.]
[ Lin Shengyan is notoriously protective of his own; framing his sister is like kicking a hornet's nest.]
[To be honest, of all the seemingly kind and virtuous characters in the entertainment industry, Lin Shengyan's character is still the one I like the most.]
[Hahaha, sis, that's not a persona he's created, that's just who he is.]
"Alright, stop arguing with them. Right and wrong are clear in people's hearts."
Gao Ren faced the camera and said, "Those who know me well know that my designs have always been like this. This time, Lin Xiawan's design is so similar to mine, I don't believe it's her original design."
[I've seen Gao Ren's runway shows, and his style is somewhat similar to Lin Xiawan's.]
[Plagiarism is plagiarism, but what's with the similar style?]
[Who will speak up for me? I fell in love with these dresses when I saw them in the square, but it turns out they were plagiarized.]
Next, Lin Xiawan and Gao Ren each gave their presentations. It was evident that Lin Xiawan's designs were more meticulous, and because the models were all her family and friends, she made adjustments based on their body shapes and personalities, conveying the idea that everyone can shine through these dresses.
On the other hand, Gao Ren's clothes are a bit too thin, making netizens somewhat hesitant.
"You steal my design and then add your own elements, and that's not plagiarism?" Gao Ren sneered.