CHAPTER 583: CHAPTER 581: BIG NEWS

"Chuchu, I got news, Lin Jiayi is holding a press conference tomorrow morning, one of my friends in media told me," Mai Qiqi was excitedly making a call to Wan Chu’er, while Jiang Lingling listened anxously beside her, all ears to the conversation between Mai Qiqi and Wan Chu’er.

Without even thinking about it, you’d know Lin Jiayi holding a press conference at this time must mean no good—ninety percent chance she’s going to sling mud at Time.

"Okay, got it. Don’t panic, just keep doing what you should be doing. Make sure by the time her press conference starts, Zhi Mei will be completely finished," Wan Chu’er said lightly.

Hearing her say that, Mai Qiqi felt relieved: "Alright, with you controlling things behind the scenes, then we really don’t need to worry about anything."

Seeing the call end, Jiang Lingling couldn’t wait to ask: "What did she say? What did she say? What did my sister-in-law mention?"

Mai Qiqi replied, "She said to not worry, just do what we need to do."

"Did she mention what measures she’s going to take? Did she say if we should go over there and mess up Lin Jiayi’s press conference?" Jiang Lingling asked excitedly, feeling that it would be more satisfying to do so.

Mai Qiqi gave her a look: "You really want to collaborate with that Rose?"

"Collaborate with her on what?" Jiang Lingling didn’t understand.

"Being rough and uncivilized."

"Tch! Whatever she says doesn’t mean anything!" Jiang Lingling rolled her eyes.

Mai Qiqi laughed, "You better get to your work, aren’t you meeting with the newly crowned Best Actress today? Do your job well, don’t screw it up, make sure to design a gown that blows her away, and turn this client into your loyal customer."

"Don’t worry about it." As soon as Jiang Lingling heard about work, she lost all interest in causing a scene and went back to her station to prepare.

On the other hand, Wan Chu’er thought for a moment and wrote two articles: "Thief Crying ’Stop Thief’: A Certain Studio Plagiarizes Time yet Falsely Accuses," and "Time’s Defense War: Facing Plagiarism and Theft," then she gave Xiao Bai the heads-up to coordinate with three major Internet platforms he holds shares in, to reserve tomorrow’s headlines.

As soon as Lin Jiayi’s press conference starts on her end, she’ll immediately put her strength into it, letting Lin Jiayi learn what it means to bite off more than you can chew!

Upon learning the specifics, Xiao Bai said with a smile: "Just releasing articles isn’t enough; let me help you get a few celebrities from the fashion industry to support you."

If celebrities from the community can step out and support Time, the impact on Zhi Mei would be even greater, Wan Chu’er happily agreed.

While getting ready for bed at night, Jiang Kechu saw Wan Chu’er in a good mood, even humming a tune, and asked curiously: "What’s the good news?"

Wan Chu’er replied: "The wolves are at the door, and the weapons are ready."

"Still playing coy with me, who are you planning to deal with? Do you need my help so you don’t wear yourself out?" Jiang Kechu said in a flattering tone.

Wan Chu’er’s eyes shifted, looking at Jiang Kechu as she slowly said: "The person I want to deal with is your cousin, Lin Jiayi. How do you plan to help me?"

Lin Jiayi?

Ever since a few years ago when Lin Jiayi tried to frame Wan Chu’er at a bar, Jiang Kechu’s heart held no familial affection for Lin Jiayi, treating her like a stranger. He asked with a cold laugh:

"What trick is she trying to pull now?"

Wan Chu’er, seeing Jiang Kechu firmly on her side, felt happy and went through the entire dispute between Time and Zhi Mei.

"As long as she doesn’t play dirty, no one can do anything to her, but if she tries to act unjustly, then I’m sorry. This is called ’If others don’t offend me, I don’t offend them; if others offend me, I eradicate them completely’."

Jiang Kechu laughed: "Just do it quietly, don’t be too ostentatious and let others know, otherwise it’s not good for your reputation."

Wan Chu’er also smiled: "That’s what I like about you, clearly distinguishing friend from foe! You’ll be rewarded tonight."

Jiang Kechu couldn’t help but chuckle, flipping over and pouncing on Wan Chu’er, eliciting a burst of delicate laughter.

The next day, Lin Jiayi and Rose were dressed formally, with makeup that was very simple, their entire demeanor serious and somber.

The two of them sat upright in the office next to the news conference room, holding the written accusation statement in their hands, continuing to familiarize and recite it while listening to the assistant report on how many media outlets and journalists had arrived, and so on.

Getting so many journalists in one day cost Lin Jiayi quite a few favors and money, but as long as it could take down Time, it would be worth it.

Finally, all the journalists had arrived, and there was even one that Zhi Mei hadn’t invited. When the assistant came to report and asked if they should let them in, Lin Jiayi scolded with a dark face.

"Don’t you have any sense? Now we are begging journalists to come. When one voluntarily comes for an interview, you should welcome them instead of blocking them from entering."

The young assistant was scolded until her eyes turned red and hurried out to let that journalist in.

Lin Jiayi and Rose tidied up their clothes and makeup before walking out with heavy expressions, entering the news conference room.

As they entered the door, a journalist asked: "Mr. Lin, Director Rose, what exactly is the big news today?"

Lin Jiayi nodded towards the journalists with a bitter expression, then after composing herself, said gravely: "We’ve gathered everyone here today because something vitally important to Zhi Mei has happened, something that the fashion industry most detests, no, that everyone finds contemptible and dirty."

Her tone and serious choice of words astonished everyone, all gazing at her intently, waiting for what she would say next, suspecting a big scoop might be looming, but uncertain if Lin Jiayi was exaggerating.

Lin Jiayi, satisfied with everyone’s reactions, continued solemnly: "You all know that three months ago, Zhi Mei had planned to host a fashion show tomorrow to give back for all the support we’ve received over time. However, just three days before the fashion show, we were deeply saddened to discover: the hard work of all Zhi Mei’s staff, top to bottom, over the last three months, has to come to naught."

She deliberately paused here, waiting for everyone’s response.

As expected, a journalist they had previously arranged immediately asked: "Mr. Lin, what exactly happened? Could you please clarify?"

"All of our main designs have been released ahead of time by our competitors." Lin Jiayi scanned the crowd before saying with a pained look.

What?!

The entire conference scene suddenly erupted. How could something like this happen? Questions were thrown at Lin Jiayi and Rose one after another.

"Mr. Lin, what do you mean? Has someone plagiarized your work?"

"Who is this competitor? What’s their name?"

"How did they plagiarize your work? Please tell us the details."

"What does Zhi Mei plan to do? Will you take legal action or settle privately?"

...

Lin Jiayi and Rose sat there calmly and solemnly, watching the journalists, satisfied with these questions; everything was going according to their plan.

After a barrage of questions from the journalists, the room finally began to quiet down.