C219 Peach Blossom
At the end of the competition, the host went up to the stage to announce the result. Qiao Ya was first, Soong Lu was second, and there were also top five winners and winners.
After knowing the result of the competition, everyone was very excited, but Qiao Ya and Soong Lu, who were in the top two, were obviously not that happy.
Because even though the two of them were in the top two, Catherine's score was only five points away.
This also meant that in Catherine's view, the two of them were equally matched. This time, the five points were given to Qiao Ya but it was hard to say who the next time was given to.
Qiao Ya was somewhat dissatisfied. She had absolute confidence in her ability, so she had never doubted that the first place would not be hers.
But that five points was like a thorn in her heart, making her feel uncomfortable at all times.
On the other side, Soong Lu was also very dissatisfied. She originally thought that she must win this competition, but she did not expect Qiao Ya to also participate in the competition.
This way, it was still unknown who would be the winner of the final competition.
Qiao Ya and Soong Lu stood on both sides of the stage and at this moment, they looked at each other at the same time.
Although the competition this time had ended, it was just the beginning for them.
The host seemed to feel the invisible competition between the two of them and took two steps forward with a bit of coldness. He smiled and said, "Alright, today's competition has come to an end. Next is the finals in seven days. I believe everyone is looking forward to the format of the finals just like me. Next, we would like to invite Teacher Catherine, the judge of this competition, to announce the theme of the finals."
Under the enthusiastic applause of the audience, Catherine gracefully stood up and went onto the stage. Mike took over the chair and said, "Thank you very much for the invitation from the Mofu. I have not only gotten to know many excellent designers, but also many excellent designers. I am also fortunate to have befriended some talented children, although some of them may not have made a name for themselves yet. They are still pursuing their designers' dreams in an unknown manner, but I believe that... The heavens will not let down those who work hard. One day, you will open the door to the world... Look at the colorful scenery outside the door. "
After a pause, Catherine continued, "This is also the origin of the theme of this semifinals. As for the finals, I hope to see a designer go all out, so this time's finals... After discussing with the person in charge of Mofu, I decided not to set the theme. All participants can choose whatever field you are best at to design. I hope that all the designers will be able to display their greatest talent and let us look forward to it together. The final banquet in seven days! "
As soon as Catherine finished speaking, there was a burst of warm applause from below the stage.
Everyone became excited at this moment. It was a match in the Clothing Design Contest that did not have a theme. It was like a singing competition for any song they wanted. The singer might choose a knight's rock and roll pop song. It could also be an ancient style rapper, or a typhoon that could be graceful and moving. It could also be as passionate as fire, sad and unforgettable.
Everything was unknown, everything was full of risks.
It seemed free, but it actually increased the difficulty of the competition.
Qiao Ya and Soong Lu frowned at the same time. This was not only a simple design of a set of clothing, but it also tested the designer's sensitivity and understanding of the audience.
What kind of clothing could cause the audience to resonate and like in the shortest time, and what kind of method the opponent would use. These were all factors that had to be taken into consideration.
Qiao Ya lifted her head and looked at Catherine. Her eyes were somewhat puzzled and did not understand why she designed such a finals.
It was already noon when the audience came out of the venue one after another. Gu Chenyi held Gu Xiaomian's hand and turned to look at Ning Jiwei. "What is it? Where are you going?"
Ning Jiwei did not speak and only turned to look at George.
George's mouth twitched. "Why are you looking at me? It's not like I'm going with you guys."
Ning Jiwei raised his eyebrows. "Are you sure?"
George wanted to say "sure," but before he could say it, he saw Yang Yaru running over in a hurry. She skipped him and said to Ning Jiwei, "The restaurant has been booked. The car is already waiting at the door."
Ning Jiwei looked at George calmly. Gu Chenyi also smiled and teased, "How is it, brother? Are you sure you don't want to follow us?"
Yang Yaru asked in a daze, "What are you talking about?"
"Ahem." George coughed and said, "Nothing. Let's go."
"Huh?" Yang Yaru looked at him in confusion. "Do you want to go to dinner with us?"
He really wanted to bring up the topic!
George tripped and almost fell to the ground to eat his father.
Yang Yaru held his arm in time and asked caringly, "Are you alright?"
George smiled awkwardly, "No, I'm fine."
Jian Rui covered her mouth and laughed secretly. Her big eyes kept looking between Yang Yaru and George, sizing them up and down.
Ning Jiwei looked at Catherine who had just walked down from the stage and asked, "Are you coming with us?"
Catherine smiled and waved her hand, "Your young people's gathering, I, this old hag, will not go with you to join in the fun."
Jian Rui sweetly said, "Grandma, you are not an old hag. You are as beautiful as Rui's mommy!"
"Baby, your little mouth is really sweet." Catherine lovingly pinched Jian Rui's face and said.
Ning Jiwei nodded and said, "Then I will send you back first..."
"No need, no need." Catherine declined and said, "Just let Emma send me back."
Emma also nodded and said, "Director, please entertain Master Young Master Qiao and President Gu. I will take good care of Teacher Catherine."
Ning Jiwei did not insist and only nodded and said, "Call me if there is anything."
"Okay, don't worry."
After Emma sent Catherine off, Ning Jiwei and the others also planned to leave.
However, before they could move their feet, they heard a voice.
"Ji Wei."
Seeing Tong Si approaching, Jian Rui frowned and whispered in Gu Xiaomian's ear, "Gu Ruanruan, I don't like this person."
Gu Xiaomian blinked and asked, "Why?"
"Hmph, because she wants to be my stepmother." Jian Rui snorted and said, "Because she wants to be my stepmother."
"Pfft!" Gu Chenyi, who was drinking water, heard the conversation between the two and spat out a mouthful of water.
"First Dad, why are you so stupid?" Gu Xiaomian frowned and clumsily helped Gu Chenyi pat his back. He said in disdain, "You keep talking about me. Look at how old you are. You don't even know how to drink water."
"Go!" Gu Chenyi pushed Gu Xiaomian's hand away and looked at Ning Jiwei. "Ahem... Ji Wei, I didn't expect you to have new peach blossoms here. "
Ning Jiwei looked at him without saying anything.
Tong Si walked to Ning Jiwei's side and greeted George and Yang Yaru with a smile. She then looked at Gu Chenyi and smiled. She stretched out her hand and said, "You are President Gu, right? I am Tong Si."
"Oh ~" Gu Chenyi raised his eyebrows and nodded. He said meaningfully, "So it is the Tong Family's Miss Tong."
Tong Si shyly nodded and did not say anything.
George raised his eyebrows, "Tong Si, you also want to come with us to eat?"
Tong Si was stunned for a moment before she smiled and said, "As the partner of Mofu this time, since President Gu is here, of course I should do my best as a host."
Ning Jiwei frowned and subconsciously wanted to refuse. But before he could say anything, Gu Chenyi smiled and nodded. "Okay, I have always admired Miss Tong."
George shrugged. He did not mind. "Then let's go?"
"Brother!"
As soon as he finished speaking, another voice was heard.
George's mouth twitched when he heard the voice, while Gu Chenyi chuckled.
This time it was Gu Xiaomian who frowned. He put his arm around Jian Rui's neck and whispered into her ear, "Rui, I don't like this auntie either."
Jian Rui nodded clearly and said, "I understand, but she is the younger sister of my uncle George. You should give her some face. Don't make it too ugly."
"Don't worry. I know what to do." Gu Xiaomian took a deep breath and patted his chest. "A man is a man. I have my own measure."
Hearing the conversation between the two small people, Gu Chenyi could not help but laugh and shake his head.
Qiao Ya walked over and greeted George and Gu Chenyi before she turned to Ning Jiwei and said, "Hello President Ning. I am Qiao Ya, and I am also George's younger sister."
This was the first time Qiao Ya had carefully planned this meeting. She had appeared in front of Ning Jiwei as the designer of the competition. Then she told him about her relationship with the Qiao Family, whether it was her background or talent. This had left a deep impression on Ning Jiwei.
However, Ning Jiwei's reaction was different from what she had imagined. He just nodded coldly and said, "Hello, Miss Qiao."
George was speechless. "Qiao Ya, you are not going to eat with us, right?"
Qiao Ya raised her eyebrows and looked at him proudly and asked, "Can't I?"
After she said that, she deliberately glanced at Yang Yaru. She had the intention of saying, "If you don't let me go, I will bully your woman."
"Tch ~" George sneered and waved his hand in annoyance. "Okay, okay, okay. I will bring you there."
Qiao Ya lifted her chin proudly.
"Uncle Ning, can we leave now?" Gu Xiaomian pouted and asked, "There won't be anyone else, right?"
"I don't think so." Yang Yaru thought for a while and shook her head. "I don't think there is anyone else."
"That is hard to say." George sneered and pointed his mouth in a direction. Everyone turned around and saw the second Soong Lu walking towards them.
Black lines appeared on Gu Chenyi's forehead. He stared at Ning Jiwei unhappily and said, "You have too many peach blossoms, right? " Don't think of another branch while Haixi was not around.
Ning Jiwei rolled his eyes at him. Without saying a word, he carried Jian Rui and walked out.
Seeing that he did not have any plans to wait for Soong Lu, Gu Chenyi smiled with satisfaction and held his son's hand to follow.
Soong Lu did not expect Ning Jiwei and the others to walk out after seeing her. They did not have any intention of waiting for her. She could not help frowning and hugging her skirt as she jogged over.
"Uncle Ning, run! She has caught up!" Gu Xiaomian shouted anxiously.
Ning Jiwei was speechless. He looked at Soong Lu, who had caught up, and asked with a frown, "What's the matter?"
"Er..." Soong Lu choked. Why was the reaction different from what she had imagined?
After a pause, she looked at Tong Si and Qiao Ya who were beside her and Soong Lu understood.
At this time, if she went online again, it would undoubtedly cause her trouble, so Soong Lu just smiled and shook her head, "It's nothing. I just want to say hello to the few of you and get to know each other."
Ning Jiwei slightly nodded his head and the dissatisfaction on his face withdrew a little.
George and Gu Chenyi looked at each other and had the same thought in their hearts.
It seemed these few levels were not low!
The gathering of old friends had turned into a business gathering. Yang Yaru quickly changed the room and a large group of people rushed to the restaurant.
Ning Jiwei and Gu Chenyi led the two children in a car.
In the car, the two children sat in the backseat and had fun. To Gu Xiaomian, the purpose of coming to Xiang City was to find Jian Rui to have fun. So as long as he sat next to Jian Rui, he did not care about anything else.
Oh, I forgot. I still care about food.
"Rui, I brought you new chocolates again. They are all in my suitcase. I will give them to you later." Gu Xiaomian said with a smile. Jian Rui did not doubt that as long as she wanted to, Gu Xiaomian. He could give her all the good stuff.
Jian Rui reached out and poked Gu Xiaomian's fat face. "Didn't you come here to play for two days and then go back? Why do you still bring luggage?"
"Who said I only came for two days?" Gu Xiaomian said proudly, "It's summer vacation. First Dad specially brought me here to play with you. I can stay here for about a month."
"More than a month?" Jian Rui blinked. "Is it okay to stay for so long?"
"What does it matter?" Gu Xiaomian scratched his head. He did not understand what Jian Rui meant. He thought she was worried about his summer homework, so he smiled indifferently and said, "Don't worry. I have my homework too. I will not miss the class."
Jian Rui looked at him and did not continue asking.
On the passenger seat, Gu Chenyi looked at Ning Jiwei and asked, "I say, you have so many peach blossoms here. Aren't you afraid that Haixi will be worried?"
Ning Jiwei raised his eyebrows, "As long as you don't talk too much, she won't know."
"Tsk," Gu Chenyi said disdainfully., "Not knowing doesn't mean that it doesn't exist. What if Haixi finds out one day? What will you do?"
"What should we do? What should we do?" Ning Jiwei said coldly, "I didn't make those flowers bloom, so it has nothing to do with me how and where they bloom."
"Tsk tsk." Gu Chenyi shook his head and said, "If those beauties heard what you said, their hearts would probably break."
Ning Jiwei gave him a sideways glance. "You like it? With the status of The Gu family, I think they would be willing to give it to you."
"Don't." Gu Chenyi quickly waved his hand and said, "I can't take it."
...
Compared to the harmonious atmosphere on this car, the car behind was not very happy.
When George drove the car, Qiao Ya and Yang Yaru had a dispute about who would be the first passenger.
Qiao Ya stood beside the first passenger and looked at Yang Yaru with a cold smile. She had the intention of "if you have the ability, come and rob me."
Yang Yaru was stunned and did not go forward. She turned around and wanted to sit in the back.
But before she could take a step, her wrist was grabbed by a big hand.
George glared at Qiao Ya and said, "Why are you standing there? Go sit at the back."
Qiao Ya was dissatisfied, "No, I want to sit at the front seat."
Yang Yaru saw that the two of them were arguing and quickly tried to smooth things over. She said to George, "It's okay. I'll sit at the back and take a break."
"No." George held her hand and did not allow her to retreat. He turned his head and looked at Qiao Ya coldly. "I will say it again. Go to the back. Otherwise, you can go home."
"George!" Qiao Ya was angry and angry. "I am your biological sister!"
George laughed and said, "I am still your biological brother. Why don't you give me some face?"
Qiao Ya choked and glared at Yang Yaru unwillingly. She stomped her foot and turned around to go to the back seat.
Tong Si who was by the side watched this scene with interest. She sat in the back seat and smiled as if everything had nothing to do with her.1
George stuffed Yang Yaru into the passenger seat and helped her to fasten her seatbelt before driving.
...
When they reached the restaurant, Yang Yaru and George led the way at the front. Gu Chenyi pulled Jian Rui with one hand and Gu Xiaomian with the other.
However, when it was time to sit in the private room, everyone felt troubled again.
To be precise, it was Lord Qiao and Tong Si who were in trouble.
Both of them wanted to sit beside Ning Jiwei. Ning Jiwei looked at the two people surrounding him and frowned in frustration.
"Come, make way." Gu Chenyi walked over with the two children and pushed Tong Si and Qiao Ya away.
"Daddy." Jian Rui grabbed Ning Jiwei's thigh and said, "Daddy, Rui wants to eat prawns!"
"Okay, Daddy will peel it for you later." Ning Jiwei's frown disappeared when he heard his daughter's voice. He touched his daughter's head and let her sit next to him.
"Uncle Ning, I want to eat prawns too!" Gu Xiaomian excitedly squeezed to Ning Jiwei's side when he heard that there was food to eat. He stuck his butt out and pushed Tong Si to one side. He firmly sat on the other side of Ning Jiwei.
"If you want to eat it, peel it yourself." Gu Chenyi sat down next to his son unhappily. He rolled his eyes at him and said, "What? Do you want Uncle Ning to peel the prawns for you? Even I, your father, don't have this kind of treatment."
Gu Xiaomian looked at Gu Chenyi with disdain and said, "First Dad, your understanding is too poor. I mean, I want you to peel the prawns for me."
"Oh, then you are thinking too much." Gu Chenyi smiled and said, "You might as well wait for Uncle Ning to peel the prawns for you."
"First Dad!" Gu Xiaomian kept pestering Gu Chenyi until he agreed to peel the prawns for himself.
Although Qiao Ya was pushed away by Jian Rui, it was not bad to be able to sit next to Jian Rui. At least she was closer than Tong Si.
George sat next to Qiao Ya. Yang Yaru sat next to him. She specially separated the two of them to prevent Qiao Ya from bullying Yang Yaru again.
Tong Si sat down beside Gu Chenyi with a gloomy face and lowered her head unhappily.
Seeing Tong Si's unhappy look, Qiao Ya felt comfortable all over and could not help but smile and say to Tong Si, "Sister Si, whatever you want to eat, just order it. Don't be polite."
Tong Si sneered in her heart but on the surface, she replied with a smile, "Qiao Ya, I haven't congratulated you yet. You got first place and directly threw second place by a full five points."
The smile on Qiao Ya's face immediately stiffened and she glared at Tong Si and coldly snorted and did not speak anymore.
Yang Yaru sat by the side and sighed tiredly.
"What is it? Are you not feeling well?" George tilted his head and whispered into Yang Yaru's ear.
Yang Yaru shook her head and said, "I'm not uncomfortable. I just feel that this meal will be very tiring."
George smiled and comforted her by pinching the back of her hand. "Don't worry. Anyway, it's not us who are tired. We just watch the show and be a qualified layman."
Yang Yaru was amused by his words and said in a low voice, "What you said is that the singer is your biological sister."
"Oh, don't worry." George said lazily, "She is very good at this kind of scene. She will not lose out."
Yang Yaru was speechless.
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