Chapter 64: Pure and Desirable

Even though Lin Fangfei didn’t want to admit it, it was true that Lin Yuan was also stunningly beautiful.

She probably used her looks to seduce countless men to do her bidding.

That construction worker man of hers couldn’t possibly satisfy Lin Yuan.

Lin Yuan picked up the coffee on the table and took a sip. Since Lin Fangfei was so convinced that she was involved, she decided to play along. “Lin Fangfei, I won’t lie to you anymore. You know I have connections with the higher-ups at Shengshi. I advise you to keep your tail between your legs in front of me. Otherwise, if I get angry, I can make your little Lin Corporation disappear overnight.”

She got up, grabbed her bag, and left. “Oh, and by the way, please pay for the coffee.”

Her proud demeanor ignited a fire of anger in Lin Fangfei’s heart. She slammed her coffee cup down on the table, glared at Lin Yuan’s back, and gritted her teeth. “Lin Yuan, I won’t let you get away with this!”

Thinking of something, a twisted smile appeared on her face. She then sent a message on her phone.

Lin Yuan had just come back upstairs when she was called to the manager’s office.

Because of Yang Ligang, the position of design manager at Arye was vacant again. The boss, Wang Rui, had specially hired a design genius from abroad at a high salary, and he was parachuted into the manager position.

Lin Yuan looked at the new manager, who had short, flax-colored hair and wore a business suit. She asked, “Manager, did you need me?”

The manager, Leng Qing, didn’t look up. “Leaving your post during work hours without permission. This is the first time. If it happens again, pack your things and get out!”

Lin Yuan was shocked.

Leng Qing looked at her for a long time before finally lifting his eyelids. “What, don’t you understand my words?”

“I understand.”

Leng Qing leaned back in his office chair, looking at Lin Yuan. “I don’t care what kind of relationship you have with the company’s higher-ups. Everyone is treated equally here. If you have any complaints about me, feel free to report me!”

Lin Yuan found this increasingly strange. “Manager Leng, I was wrong to leave without permission, but I don’t dare wear those other hats.”

Lin Yuan didn’t admit to having any improper relations with the company’s higher-ups.

Leng Qing snorted coldly. “I hope so.”

Lin Yuan was having a terrible day. First, Lin Fangfei was causing trouble for her, and now this new manager was sarcastically mocking her.

However, before she could even vent her frustration, she received a message that she had to accompany Leng Qing to a charity gala that night.

As they sat in the car, Lin Yuan felt a little awkward. “Manager Leng, I don’t have any decent dresses.”

She hadn’t been to many such events, and the dresses were quite expensive. She hadn’t had many opportunities to wear them, and she had rented dresses for previous events. This was so sudden, she hadn’t had time to prepare.

Leng Qing glanced at her but didn’t respond.

Lin Yuan: “…”

The car stopped in front of a high-end private tailoring shop. Lin Yuan thought they were going to buy clothes. She sat in the back seat, her hands clasped together, obediently still.

Leng Qing opened the door on her side, his cold eyes looking at her. “What are you doing standing there? Get out. Don’t you have a dress?”

Lin Yuan was surprised. “You’re buying me a dress?”

Leng Qing rolled his eyes at her and pulled her out. “Don’t talk so much.”

Lin Yuan followed Leng Qing, looking around as they walked. The shop had four floors. They took the elevator directly to the top floor.

As the elevator door opened, a sexy and alluring woman walked towards them. She looked at Leng Qing with a playful expression, her gaze sweeping over Lin Yuan. She spoke in a sultry voice. “Tsk tsk, new girlfriend?”

Leng Qing grabbed Lin Yuan’s wrist, pulled her forward, and ignored the woman’s question. He sat down on the sofa and said, “Get her ready and pick out a dress.”

He finished speaking, lit a cigarette, leaned back on the sofa, and exhaled smoke. Through the smoke, he met the woman’s gaze. The woman raised an eyebrow, pressed Lin Yuan into a chair, and said, “So young.”

Even though they were both women, Lin Yuan felt a little uncomfortable.

She also felt awkward about the way Leng Qing had grabbed her wrist.

The woman’s words interrupted Lin Yuan’s thoughts. “Are you twenty?”

Lin Yuan nodded. “Twenty-two.”

“Tsk tsk, so young. And you have such a seductive face. You must have captivated countless men and women.”

Lin Yuan wasn’t sure if it was her imagination, but the woman seemed to be looking at Leng Qing on the sofa next to her, as if observing his expression, or perhaps it was just a casual gesture.

When Lin Yuan wanted to take a closer look, the woman was already applying makeup to her face in a serious manner.

That strange feeling intensified.

When the styling was complete, the woman was speechless. “Now, who can tell the difference between you and a fairy?”

Lin Yuan looked in the mirror in disbelief. She was wearing a sky-blue strapless dress with sparkling crystals embellishing the skirt. Her long hair was loosely pulled back into a low bun. There was no excessive ornamentation, but it was impossible to look away from her.

Pure and desirable.

Her skin was exceptionally fair, and the strapless design not only enhanced her swan neck but also added a touch of allure that she hadn’t possessed before. It was all natural and sophisticated.

“Thank you,” Lin Yuan thanked the woman and turned to call Leng Qing.

Leng Qing seemed to have just realized what was happening. He stared at Lin Yuan’s eyes for a moment, then quickly looked away. He coughed uncomfortably. “Let’s go.”

As they walked downstairs, Lin Yuan distinctly heard the woman’s faint, barely audible laughter behind them.

This charity gala was said to be attended by high-ranking officials and prominent figures in Yan City, all wealthy and influential. When Lin Yuan and Leng Qing entered, the gala was already underway.

Leng Qing was still wearing a white suit, his sharp short hair making him look even more masculine. He was taller than Lin Yuan, and they looked striking together, yet they didn’t clash.

Their combination attracted a lot of attention.

The gala was of a high standard. In the past, Wang Rui would only bring his secretary to such events. This year, for some reason, he personally ordered Leng Qing to bring Lin Yuan.

Lin Yuan followed Leng Qing as he socialized. She seemed to be at ease in this environment, effortlessly charming everyone around her. It was completely different from the cold and serious demeanor she displayed when she was with Lin Yuan.

She was a completely different person.

The woman had specially chosen a pair of stilettos for Lin Yuan to make her look even better. She didn’t wear high heels often, and her feet would hurt after wearing them for a while.

Leng Qing turned his head and saw Lin Yuan’s uncomfortable expression. He said coldly in a low voice, “Don’t get in the way here. Go sit on the sofa over there and wait.”

Lin Yuan was relieved. She sat down on the sofa and massaged her calves, completely oblivious to the two wolfish gazes in the corner, which were looking at her with malicious intent. They slowly stood up and walked towards her…