Chapter 284: Red Carpet Accident
Xia Yangyang struggled to maintain a smile, her anger evident. Chen Yu watched anxiously from the side. The scene was bound to be captured and sensationalized by the media. However, Chen Yu found Yangyang's reaction unusual. She had faced a similar situation at Lake Bay and simply left, heartbroken. This time, however, Yangyang confronted the situation head-on, suggesting significant personal growth.
Chen Yu glanced at Gu Qi Chen, expecting him to intervene. He remained calmly smiling, seemingly unconcerned. Chen Yu clenched her fists, regretting her easy departure from their lives. If Gu Qi Chen had Xia Yangyang, why didn't he cherish her?
Nearby celebrities lingered, unwilling to miss the unfolding drama. Shen Manbing, her smile strained but radiant, approached: "Miss Xia, you should remember our agreement."
"Of course, I remember," Xia Yangyang replied.
"I hope Miss Xia won't regret it," Shen Manbing said.
"Same to you," Xia Yangyang retorted.
Both women maintained superficial smiles, their hostility palpable. Shen Manbing, a master of deception, had already stolen the spotlight. She linked arms with Gu Qi Chen, saying, "Ah Chen, let's go in." Gu Qi Chen nodded.
Chen Yu remained fixated on Xia Yangyang, genuinely worried. Shen Manbing had publicly humiliated Xia Yangyang, and recent media coverage had heavily focused on their complicated history. The sudden incident left Chen Yu unsure of Gu Qi Chen's thoughts.
Shen Manbing began to leave, but a surprising event followed. Her long, strapless, star-patterned dress unexpectedly fell. The long hem had apparently been tripped by Xia Yangyang's foot.
A collective gasp swept the red carpet. Reporters surged forward, cameras flashing frantically. No one anticipated such an explosive event—guaranteed headlines for a month. Many assumed Xia Yangyang had acted intentionally. Just as Shen Manbing had publicly humiliated Xia Yangyang earlier, now Xia Yangyang had seemingly returned the favor.
Fortunately, Shen Manbing wore a conservative black underdress, preventing a more serious wardrobe malfunction. The reporters expressed their collective disappointment; a truly revealing photograph would have been incredibly viral. Nevertheless, the incident was a major red carpet mishap.
Shen Manbing cried out in surprise. Gu Qi Chen quickly reacted, using his jacket to cover her. Turning, furious, she said, "Xia Yangyang, you actually…"
Xia Yangyang quickly apologized, "I'm sorry. I didn't do it on purpose."
Shen Manbing trembled with rage, but the intense media scrutiny forced her to keep it brief. Her assistant rushed to help, lifting the dress. "Sister Bingbing, let's leave," she said.
Shen Manbing glared at Xia Yangyang, promising, "We'll settle this later."