With that thought, Jiang Ling couldn't help but smile.
She possessed excellent bone structure, and her beauty was striking whether with light or heavy makeup. For her role as Jiang Yuyan, she had specifically applied a pure, "plain water" look.
This smile, like a rare flower in bloom, a pearl gleaming, a mesmerizing beauty, made it impossible for anyone to look away.
Everyone present was momentarily entranced, each thinking, was Shen Mingjue blind? How could he choose An Qiuyan over such a talented and capable beauty?
Huang Jing, being involved in Hong Kong's entertainment circle, wasn't particularly familiar with the mainland scene.
He only knew that Jiang Ling had massive traffic, a large fan base, and was one of the most bankable leading actresses currently.
He was unaware of her past grievances with the young master of the Shen family, nor did he know she and An Qiuyan were sworn enemies.
Had he known, after choosing Jiang Ling to play Jiang Yuyan, he certainly wouldn't have cast An Qiuyan as the little fairy.
Seeing Jiang Ling smile for no apparent reason, Huang Jing asked curiously, "What are you smiling about?"
Jiang Ling smiled without replying, slowly walking towards Shen Mingjue.
Seeing this, everyone present held their breath, their eyes fixed on her.
An ex-girlfriend and a current girlfriend, a wealthy young master and a top-tier actress – what explosive trending topics!
Opportunities to witness such scenes were rare.
Missing out would be a cause for immense regret, wouldn't it?
Jiang Ling walked with a straight posture, at an unhurried pace.
Though only a few meters away, she made it feel like a queen ascending the throne in ancient times, dominating the world.
Gazing at Jiang Ling's powerful aura as she advanced,
An Qiuyan unconsciously took two steps back, her grip on Shen Mingjue tightening.
This slut, when did she become so assertive?
An Qiuyan's smile remained, but she was on the verge of breaking.
A strong sense of crisis surged from the soles of her feet to the top of her head.
As much as she disliked Jiang Ling, she had to admit that this woman was indeed more beautiful than her.
Jiang Ling's beauty was blazing like fire, a radiant presence that could not be ignored.
Anyone who saw her face would almost certainly never forget her.
What unsettled her even more was that previously, to please Shen Mingjue, Jiang Ling had focused on her weaknesses, dressing in a way that contradicted her natural aura and appearance.
This had diminished her ten-tenths beauty to a mere three or four tenths, turning her into a gaudy, cheap vase.
After their breakup, Jiang Ling no longer engaged in such disastrous fashion choices. With simple attire, she displayed her beauty to its fullest extent.
Seeing his ex-girlfriend so stunning, would Shen Mingjue truly not regret it? Would he not be moved?
An Qiuyan grew increasingly uneasy, unable to resist glancing at Shen Mingjue.
She saw his eyes fixed on Jiang Ling, his expression still aloof, yet she clearly caught a fleeting flicker of astonishment in his eyes.
As An Qiuyan's mind raced, Jiang Ling had already reached Shen Mingjue and An Qiuyan.
Jiang Ling smiled at Shen Mingjue, "Long time no see. I truly didn't expect to see you here. Did you come specifically to see An Qiuyan today?"
Her voice was clear and melodious, yet as plain as a glass of chilled water.
But to the gossip-loving, melon-eating crowd, it sounded like a resentful empress, deposed and replaced, complaining about a scumbag emperor doting on an illicit consort.
Tsk, tsk, it was only natural for an ex-girlfriend to get worked up seeing her ex-boyfriend holding hands and showing affection with his current girlfriend.
It made sense, after all. Shen Mingjue was handsome and wealthy; what woman wouldn't like him?