"Brother Yan... ah no, Assistant Yan, what do you need me for?"
Xia Weiliang felt a familiar warmth towards Yan Zhi, her smile exceptionally genuine.
Although Yan Zhi didn't have a good impression of her, her beautiful smile made it difficult for him to maintain a stiff demeanor.
He leaned closer and deliberately lowered his voice, "Miss Xia, Yi Ge said he wants you to sit next to him once we're inside."
"..."
Xia Weiliang's eyes widened in disbelief. The next second, she frantically waved her hands, "No, no, really, no need..."
She couldn't figure out what Xiao Yi was thinking. Having her sit next to him suddenly would be a complete disaster!
She didn't want to be a laughingstock, nor did she want anyone to think she was involved with Xiao Yi. Given her current situation, why would she drag him down and cause him to be criticized?
She lifted her skirt and walked towards the interview area, where Yan Yishuang was already being interviewed.
There were a few other celebrities afterward, all with pre-arranged three-minute slots. However, it turned out that Yan Yishuang had monopolized the entire time. She spoke endlessly, and even when the host tried to interrupt, she would snatch the topic back.
Xia Weiliang walked over, with Yan Zhi still behind her, "Miss Xia, please listen to me..."
She suddenly stopped and, seizing the moment when no one else was around, said, "Please go back and tell God Yi that his sympathy, perhaps his kindness in wanting to help me, is greatly appreciated. Truly, I am incredibly grateful. However, I still ask him to stay away from me and stop bothering me! Don't ruin all the good reputation he's built up for me. Forget his fans, even I want to strangle myself at this point!"
Yan Zhi stared at her blankly. It felt like she had said everything he was supposed to say, leaving him with nothing to respond with.
Yet, he still had to report back to Yi Ge.
Unwilling to give up, he was about to speak again when Xia Weiliang, with a frown, strode to the interview area. She directly took the microphone from the host and said to the still self-absorbed Yan Yishuang, "Miss Yan, you can go over there and do a live broadcast. It would be better than occupying everyone's time here."
"Xia, Xia Weiliang!"
Yan Yishuang was shocked by Xia Weiliang's public bluntness, her face flushing with anger. She wanted to say something, but with the cameras rolling, she gritted her teeth and forced a smile, trying to salvage the situation.
"Heh heh, Weiliang just likes to joke around. We often do this at the company. She doesn't care about the occasion or the place... I'm used to it."
The implication was clear: Xia Weiliang was deliberately causing trouble, and it wasn't the first time.
Xia Weiliang ignored her and tossed the microphone back to the stunned host, "You continue your interview. I'm taking this one."
Without another word, she grabbed Yan Yishuang's arm, "You're actually right, I do like to joke around like this, without regard for the occasion or place~"
As she spoke, she turned back and winked at Yan Yishuang.
"You—"
"Mind you, we're still filming."
"..."
Watching Yan Yishuang being pulled away, the celebrities behind them were practically clapping.
Simultaneously, their impression of Xia Weiliang immediately deepened. Observing her words and actions, although unexpected, they weren't entirely unpleasant. Some who had watched her variety shows were even whispering amongst themselves, saying she was just like she was on the show! Sudan Novel Network.
The media was also excited. Initially, it was a scene of harmony and pleasantries, which was rather dull to film!
Now, they had content!
Thus, those who managed to capture that moment quickly arranged for their platforms to release press releases! They had to attract attention immediately!
Little did Xia Weiliang know that her impulsive act was already being arranged for a trending topic!
Even less did she imagine that her every move was being broadcast on the big screen inside the venue.
Everyone present was a major star, and they were all now staring intently at the big screen, followed by knowing laughter.
Xiao Yi looked up, listening to Yan Zhi's report, "...that's what she said. Before I could even say anything else, she rushed to the interview stage..."
However, after a moment of thought, he added, "I feel like she's a bit different from what the rumors say. How should I put it? It's like... she's very real."
He then nodded, "Exactly. If her refusal had been an act, I would have seen it instantly! But she didn't. She genuinely seemed afraid of being associated with Yi Ge, avoiding it so swiftly..."
Noticing Xiao Yi's gaze slowly shifting towards him, Yan Zhi immediately fell silent.
Understood.
Xiao Yi said nothing and looked back at the big screen. The cameramen were also quite mischievous, and seeing the drama unfolding, their cameras followed Xia Weiliang and Yan Yishuang.
On the screen, the dazzlingly beautiful girl, disregarding her image, stood with her hands on her hips, looking at the person opposite her with a half-smile.
Yan Yishuang knew she was on camera and her entire body was stiff. However, forcing herself to say something against her will to Xia Weiliang felt worse than being killed!
She was clearly a discarded pawn abandoned by her company, and yet this woman dared to embarrass her!
Yan Yishuang had already decided in her heart that she would make Xia Weiliang pay once they were back.
Xia Weiliang genuinely had no fear. Having gone through life and death multiple times, she had seen through and let go of many things. The fact that Yan Hui had invited her this time meant they weren't afraid of her causing trouble!
On the contrary, they were probably afraid she *wouldn't* cause trouble and there would be no topic.
Fundamentally, for a charity gala of this nature, the stars were the main attraction. Where there were stars, there had to be topics. If the topics exploded, it would be great. If there was backlash, they could simply push all the blame onto her, whose reputation and public image were already problematic.
She stared at Yan Yihuan, then suddenly smiled and grabbed her cheek, "Come on, the camera is here. Smile, a bitter face doesn't look good on screen."
"You..."
Yan Yihuan was utterly stunned. Was this woman crazy?!
Inside the venue, everyone was greatly amused, watching the female celebrity who had completely let loose but appeared calm and at ease.
Sister Hua and Brother Cheng were laughing the loudest.
"Hahaha... it's definitely my sister!"
Brother Cheng clapped his hands like a seal, his face creasing into a smile, "I really didn't expect this move!"
From the U11 group where Ruirui was, Ruirui was laughing so hard he could barely stand up straight, "I told you! Sister is always like this! Do you believe me now? You always said she was an actress... If her acting was that good, would she be out of work now?!"
Situ and the others looked at him, silently covering his mouth and pushing him back into his seat.
If you can't say anything nice, don't say anything at all.
On the screen, Yan Yishuang could no longer maintain her pretense and left in a huff.
Xia Weiliang, with a smile, made pouty faces and peace signs at the camera.
Finally, a cameraman nearby couldn't bear to watch any longer and whispered something. A large face that had been shoved into the camera suddenly froze.
Then, it slowly pulled back, no longer able to even force a smile.
"Well then... you guys be busy."
She waved her hands and fled, her speed astonishing for a celebrity in a long gown.