A mere scratch, a minor wound, yet Nan Shiqing made such a fuss, truly taking Fu Siye for a fool!
"Sister, why are you smiling?" Nan Shiqing's eyes held confusion, but her heart was already cursing her profusely.
Mu Yinyin couldn't be bothered to voice her thoughts and simply stated coldly, "What's coincidental about it? We're both participating in the same design competition, and the competition isn't over yet. It's hardly surprising to meet back at the venue."
As she finished, Mu Yinyin's disdain for Nan Shiqing was evident.
A flash of anger crossed Nan Shiqing's eyes, but she quickly controlled it. She even asked Mu Yinyin with concern, "Sister, why do you have such strong hostility towards me? I genuinely just wanted to say hello. Has that fan who calls herself 'Y' troubled you again?"
Although she hadn't followed up on the girl's situation, that girl's attack had injured Nan Shiqing. How could Fu Siye possibly let her go after injuring Nan Shiqing?
"Do you think I would give her that chance?" Mu Yinyin replied indifferently, dismissing her words.
She was too tired to speak another word to Nan Shiqing and turned to leave.
Nan Shiqing followed her steps from behind.
Nan Shiqing let out an "Oh" and smiled as if enlightened, "That's true. Sister, are you still participating in the upcoming competition?"
Nan Shiqing was smiling. While her question was seemingly innocent, to Mu Yinyin, it was what?
Asking the obvious!
Mu Yinyin crossed her arms and turned to stare at her coldly, "I haven't been disqualified, so why wouldn't I participate? Is it because you are the champion now?"
Nan Shiqing, at this moment, also appeared calm, her expression sweet.
Mu Yinyin, however, saw through the challenge in her eyes.
Nan Shiqing was determined to win?
Hmph, what was there to be arrogant about in winning with the help of others?
She was waiting to see Nan Shiqing climb step by step to the top, only to be pulled down from her pedestal.
She feigned concern and said, "Sister, your current actions are only because 'Y' is not pursuing responsibility for them. Don't mistake good intentions and continue to make the wrong choices."
"So, I should be grateful to you?" Mu Yinyin scoffed, raising an eyebrow. The coldness in her eyes showed she didn't take Nan Shiqing seriously at all.
The hotel entrance was bound to have surveillance cameras.
Nan Shiqing wouldn't dare to pretend here. Mu Yinyin didn't want to waste any more time with Nan Shiqing.
She couldn't be bothered to wait for Nan Shiqing's reply and turned away immediately.
Mu Yinyin's attitude angered Nan Shiqing, who fiercely clenched her palm.
If Mu Yinyin was still persistent, then she would completely sever all of Mu Yinyin's possibilities! What could a person do if they disappeared from this world?
...
The third mini-competition started punctually at 8 o'clock.
However, before the competition began, the judges announced the most important piece of news:
"Due to frequent accidents in the competition, we have temporarily decided to merge the remaining two mini-competitions. The theme for this competition will be: Character."
"Once you have designed your drafts, professional personnel will assist you in completing your works. The judges for this round will no longer be us." httpδ:/m.kuAisugg.nět
This announcement caused an uproar throughout the venue:
"Then who will be the judges? It's impossible for it to be the same as the first mini-competition, with the general public judging, right?"
"Is this really a competition? Such competition standards are truly astonishing!"
...
"As for who will be the judge, that's not something you need to worry about. You just need to remember that the competition time is only two hours."
One of the young judges addressed the crowd below with a microphone.
However, another elderly judge, the one who had the decisive say in accepting Mu Yinyin's work earlier,
He stepped forward and added another requirement, "This is about teamwork. You can choose a partner."
This statement further confused all the contestants.
"What teamwork? Then how will the final competition results be calculated?" someone discontentedly asked, followed by many who echoed the sentiment:
"Exactly! Who has poisoned the minds of the Juxing high-level management? Compared to previous years, the competition rules this year are truly beyond words!"
"You are just contestants; we set the competition rules. We not only need to test your adaptability but also your teamwork."
"The timer starts now."
The elder stopped replying and gave a look to the staff maintaining order at the scene.
Instantly, people in the venue began selecting their partners.
Mu Yinyin and Nan Shiqing exchanged glances.
Mu Yinyin turned away directly.
She disdained being partners with Nan Shiqing.
Nan Shiqing hadn't considered her either; their eyes met by chance.
She never expected that the girl with glasses would still be present!
"I think we can cooperate."
Immediately, Nan Shiqing walked up to the girl with glasses.
A deep smile played on Nan Shiqing's lips.
No one was around the girl, and with the judges proposing team cooperation this time, the girl was the most suitable candidate.
To her surprise, the girl didn't even glance at her.
The girl walked directly to Mu Yinyin.
Seeing this scene, Nan Shiqing was furious.
She had made her intentions so clear, yet the girl was acting like a fool!
But then again, if the girl were to make a move on Mu Yinyin during the competition...
"Hello, please take care of me in the upcoming competition."
The girl extended her hand towards Mu Yinyin. Her voice also pulled Nan Shiqing's thoughts back, and Nan Shiqing's gaze immediately refocused on the two of them.
Mu Yinyin also glanced at the girl.
Her expression immediately darkened.
Anyone who could remain unharmed under Fu Siye's watch implied that the girl's identity was not simple.
"I will."
Mu Yinyin smiled lightly and shook the girl's hand back.
In the last mini-competition, she had been accused of plagiarism, and no one at the scene was willing to team up with her. Since this girl was willing, she would borrow her for now to ensure the competition proceeded smoothly.
However, the moment their hands met, Mu Yinyin clearly felt the girl's grip tighten.
She smiled imperceptibly and countered slightly, causing the girl to release her hand in pain.
The competition commenced.
For others, it was teamwork, but for Mu Yinyin, the girl in front of her deliberately damaged her tools and even grabbed a small carving knife to attack her right hand.
From the moment the girl approached and proactively asked to team up with her, Mu Yinyin had been wary of her.
As expected, Mu Yinyin easily dodged the girl's attack.
It was precisely because of the girl's move that Mu Yinyin surprisingly gained inspiration.