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Chapter 584 Alliance
Yancheng, Pure Dimension Culture Museum.

Halloween Limited Edition Cosplay Night.

Outside the window, the night was as dark as ink, but inside the shop, the lights were on and the crowds were bustling.

Orange-yellow pumpkin lanterns, black spider webs, three-dimensional bat ornaments…

Together, they create a bizarre, wonderful, yet adorable festive atmosphere.

In the corner of the first floor, in front of a backdrop of blood-red roses, is a photo shooting area.

"Qingqing, look over here! Yes, make your eyes even fiercer, imagine that you really are the bride who wants to take revenge on the whole world!"

Xiao Mei, holding a camera, half-squatted on the ground, snapping photos.

In the center of the shot, Xu Qing is wearing a white dress stained with "blood," with realistic dark red roses and congealed "bloodstains" adorning the hem.

The exquisite makeup, illuminated by the lights, exuded a rich, gothic eeriness and glamour.

"OK, perfect! That's a wrap!" Xiaomei shouted with satisfaction.

Xu Qing immediately lifted her skirt, trotted over in her high heels, and snatched the camera.

Looking at herself in the photo, with her sharp eyes and unique temperament, a smug smile appeared on her face.

As expected of me! Little Su Yu of the cosplay world, you're absolutely stunning!

Hmph, I'll send a few pictures to Xiao Songzi before he goes to bed tonight and scare him!

┗|｀0′|┛

hahaha~~~
Speaking of which, I wonder how my best friend is doing in that "battleground" of Hong Kong.

I've been so busy these past few days that I haven't had a chance to talk to myself much.

However, Xu Qing wasn't too worried.

Having known her for so many years, she had never seen Shen Yuyan suffer a loss in the power struggles between women.

The nickname "scheming words" isn't given lightly; in a sense... her best friend is actually quite "green tea" herself.

Thinking of Lin Muxue and Shen Yuyan, Xu Qing couldn't help but recall her best friend's mysterious hints before she left.

"3-player game", "4-player game"...

If I really did move into Lanfeng International Apartment with Yan Yan, what if one day the door closed and Lin Muxue and Xiao Songzi walked in hand in hand—

o(>﹏<)o No way!
Xu Qing shuddered suddenly, feeling the hairs on her body stand on end.

But then, an even more embarrassing and strange image popped into her mind uncontrollably.

What if it's just me and Yan Yan? Do they play with Tang Song?
It seems... not so unacceptable?
Her face flushed red instantly, and she quickly fanned her face with her hand.

Ugh! Ptooey! Ptooey!
It's really not right to be with Yan Yan!
How could I have such strange thoughts!
"Qingqing! Qingqing! What are you daydreaming about? It's your turn to take my picture!" Xiaomei nudged her with her elbow.

"Oh! Here it comes!" Xu Qing quickly snapped out of her daze and walked forward with her camera in her arms.

As the largest cosplay-themed experience center in the area, Pure Dimension holds a grand celebration every year on Halloween, October 31st, which is almost the ultimate annual event for the local cosplay community.

Almost every well-known cosplayer in the city was there.

As the "face of the local circle," Xu Qing naturally had to make an appearance.

Of course, the main reason is that Tang Song always asks her for cosplay photos when they chat.

She's almost run out of stock.

After taking the photos, Xu Qing carried her camera.

With sparkling eyes, she said, "Let's go upstairs and take a few more photos, and see if Luo Luo and the others have finished their makeup."

"Let's go, let's go!" Xiaomei followed behind her, excitedly rushing upstairs.

The second floor was more lively, but also darker than the first floor.

The main lights were off, leaving only the mesmerizing colored spotlights, pumpkin lanterns, and electronic candlelight effects flickering, while eerie background music flowed through the air.

Cosplayers of all kinds moved around, draped in capes, fake blood, wings, and lace dresses...

Some were filming videos, some were chatting, some were live streaming, and many boys and girls were interacting together.

It's like a real-life version of another world.

The moment Xu Qing, the "Bloody Bride," appeared, she immediately attracted a series of amazed glances.

Exquisite makeup and gorgeous cosplay outfits, paired with her cute and pretty face and petite, well-proportioned figure.

Even in such a chaotic and beautiful setting, she can still easily stand out.

Soon, she met up with several of her girlfriends, including Marolo.

The group started playing around on the second floor, laughing and joking.

"Hi, miss, can I add you on WeChat?"

A handsome male cosplayer dressed as Dracula was "pushed" up by his friends, and with a confident smile on his face, he handed over his phone.

Xu Qing raised her eyebrows, waved her hand casually, and said in a matter-of-fact tone, "Sorry, I have a boyfriend, so it's not convenient."

Although Xiao Songzi is a complete scumbag, Miss Xu Qing is not a casual person.

"Uh..." The boy shrugged, then smiled and said, "Miss, your look is amazing! Can we take a picture together?"

Hear this.

Xu Qing smiled wryly, her big, contact-lens-wearing eyes darting around. "Alright then."

Then, she crossed her arms, raised her chin slightly, and struck a cool pose.

"Click——"

The shutter clicked.

Another of the boy's companions invited, "Hey beautiful, we're having a little activity later, wanna join us?"

"No need, thank you." Xu Qing shook her head gracefully, lifted her skirt, and continued walking deeper into the venue.

Sure enough, this is Xu Qing's true home turf!

Recalling her humiliating performance at the Minghui Shopping Mall last time, where she was overwhelmed by those two women, Xu Qing felt a burning hatred.

Hmph! If that perverted Xiao Jing and Liu Ruyan dared to run into me in this kind of situation...

She, Miss Xu Qing, can absolutely crush them completely!

Just as she was lost in thought, a commotion arose from not far away.

Whistles, rapid shutter clicks, and suppressed gasps rang out in succession.

Xu Qing narrowed her eyes curiously and looked in that direction, following the crowd's gaze.

Then, the smile on her face suddenly froze.

Ten meters ahead, at the entrance to the changing area, a familiar figure that sent chills down her spine slowly emerged.

A black gothic Lolita dress, cat ear hair clips, over-the-knee socks, and blood-red temporary tattoos…

Her sweet, pretty, and harmless face appeared even paler against the backdrop of her black attire, exuding a bewitching yet sickly sweetness.

She's like a yandere girl straight out of a manga.

Upon her arrival, she became the undisputed absolute focus of the entire event.

Little Shizunako!
(°□°；)
She turned around abruptly and buried herself behind her companion, Marolo, muttering to herself.

Damn it! They're here to cause trouble again!

To my utter surprise, I bumped into this "yandere obsessive woman" here.

Just then, Malolo, who was standing in front of her, suddenly stood on tiptoe excitedly and waved her arms vigorously, "Miss Tian, ​​over here! Qingqing is over here too!"

Xu Qing's body stiffened instantly, and fine beads of cold sweat immediately began to appear on her forehead.

Alright! Malolo! So it was you! You betrayed my whereabouts!
"Da da da--"

The crisp sound of footsteps approached quickly.

Xiao Jing's sweet voice rang in my ears: "Huh? Qingqing, didn't you say on WeChat that you were going to work overtime tonight?"

Curious gazes instantly focused on her.

Xu Qing turned around stiffly, forcing a smile that looked worse than a grimace. "Suddenly, I don't have to work overtime anymore, so... I came here to browse around."

Xiao Jing blinked her big eyes, then stepped forward.

He hugged her arm very naturally and affectionately, "That's great, now we can play together! And look, I'm wearing black today and you're wearing white, we're a perfect black and white couple!"

"Hehe, yes, what a coincidence." Xu Qing's body trembled, and her head drooped limply.

Seeing this, Xiao Jing smiled enigmatically and started playing around the venue with Xu Qing.

"Sister Qingqing, look at this little devil headband, doesn't it match my cat ears perfectly?"

Wow! The blood plasma drink looks so realistic! Let's buy two bottles and try them!

"Let's go over there and take a couple sticker photo, let's choose the 'Hell Bride' border!"

For the next hour or so, Xiaojing enthusiastically dragged her to take photos, check in at various spots, browse the exhibition booths, and buy props.

The way she called out "Sister Qingqing" grew more and more affectionate with each call.

The entire audience was drawn to the two sisters who seemed to have a very close relationship.

Xu Qing wore a stiff, fake smile the whole time, letting Xiao Jing chatter and drag her around.

The event came to an end at 9:30 p.m.

As people lined up to change, the background music gradually slowed down.

"Sister Qingqing, here's your drink." Xiaojing smiled and handed her a bottle of chilled mixed fruit juice, then sat down next to her on the sofa in the rest area.

"Thank you." Xu Qing reached out and took it, her facial muscles almost cramping.

While swinging her legs, Xiao Jing asked softly, "Sister Qingqing, I've called a car. Can I take you home later?"

"No need, Xiaomei and I will just take a taxi together."

Before she could finish speaking, Xiao Jing suddenly hugged her from the side.

Xu Qing froze. "Hey, Xiao Jing, what are you doing!"

"Sister Qingqing, do you hate me?" Xiaojing pouted, feeling wronged. "You haven't been replying to my messages lately, and today you lied and said you had to work overtime..."

Xu Qing's eye twitched. "No, you've misunderstood."

"Well, my birthday is on the 12th of next month. Will you come to my birthday party?"

"I...it depends. I might be quite busy." Xu Qing subconsciously shrank back a little.

What a joke!
She absolutely refuses to attend the yandere slut's birthday party!
What if they get drunk and dragged along by Tang Song... a small whip, bondage, a gag...

My God! The scene is too beautiful for her to imagine!

Xiao Jing suddenly leaned close to her ear, her tone becoming low and mysterious, "Qingqing, do you remember? I told you before that Tang Song has a hidden, extremely high-level BOSS-level lover by his side?"

Xu Qing paused for a moment, then whispered, "Uh... I remember." The last time she went to Xiao Jing's house, Xiao Jing had mentioned this matter to her, but it was vague.

It was only mentioned that the other party held a position within Smile Holdings, described as "beautiful, in a high position, and with a strong desire for control," but their identity remained ambiguous.

"I have preliminarily identified the other party."

"Oh?" Xu Qing's ears perked up instantly, curiosity overcoming fear. "Who is it?"

Xiao Jing lowered her voice, her expression extremely serious, "Do you know... Jin Meixiao?"

Xu Qing blinked, then her eyes widened suddenly, almost spitting out her juice. "What? Director Jin of Smile Holdings? She's Tang Song's lover?!"

Xiao Jing tapped Xu Qing on the head in annoyance, and said speechlessly, "How can your imagination run wild? Of course I wasn't referring to Director Jin himself!"

If Director Jin were Tang Song's lover, she would have given up long ago; what would she be fighting for?

"Oh, you scared me to death!" Xu Qing patted her small chest, still shaken.

“Although she’s not Director Jin, her identity is far from simple…” Xiao Jing lowered her voice and said, word by word, “According to the information I’ve obtained, she is very likely Director Jin’s most trusted confidante and the senior executive in charge of Smile Holdings—Shangguan Qiuyue!”

"What?!" Xu Qing's mouth dropped open, as if she had stumbled upon a shocking piece of gossip.

(ω)！

She was no stranger to the name "Shangguan Qiuya".

Her best friend Shen Yuyan had told her a few times before that Jin Meixiao's assistant was definitely a big shot.

Unexpectedly, Xiao Songzi had an affair with the other party!
Xiao Jing's expression grew increasingly serious as she dropped another bombshell: "Besides Shangguan Qiuya, there's an even more important figure."

"Who?" Xu Qing's curiosity was completely ignited, and she even felt like she was playing a real-life mystery game.

"Wen Ruan of Guangying Media is also one of the major shareholders of Xingyun International Group, with assets exceeding 15 billion, making her a top-tier female tycoon."

Xu Qing was taken aback; of course she knew Wen Ruan.

I never expected them to be so rich.

Xiao Jing continued, "Qingqing, Shangguan Qiuyue confirmed she would be coming to Yancheng on my birthday. She also told me on the phone that she would be staying in Yancheng for a while. She'll definitely find out about you then. The situation is very serious right now; it's time to form a team!"

"Team up...??"

Xiao Jing nodded emphatically, looking intently at her: "Yes, team up with me. We must work together to fight this powerful enemy!"
Think about it, Tang Song's energy and time are limited. When he has more women around him in the future, the first one to be eliminated will definitely be the one with the weakest ability.

"You do the math yourself, who's the worst among us?"

Upon hearing her words, Xu Qing subconsciously began to calculate in her mind.

The next second, I felt a tingling sensation all over my body, and cold sweat poured down my forehead.

Good grief, it seems like I'm the worst at it all!

No way? Little Songzi wouldn't really abandon me, would he?

Σ(°△°|||)Wow!
In fact, her best friend Shen Yuyan had previously hinted at similar things to her in secret.

Men like Tang Song are destined to be surrounded by more and more women.

Her chances of marrying Tang Song were extremely slim.

They might not even make it to the end.

When she first got together with Tang Song, she was so focused on enjoying the romance that she didn't think too much about it or want to dwell on those troublesome things.

Now I've been with Tang Song for so long, and we've spent so much time together.

Her feelings grew deeper and deeper, to the point where she was now hopelessly infatuated.

Otherwise, she wouldn't have been able to "endure humiliation" and accompany him, Xiao Jing, and Lin Muxue on that awkward date.

If we were to make her leave Tang Song now, just thinking about it would cause her unbearable pain.

Her lips trembled, her mind a complete mess.

Just then, Xiaojing extended her little finger, which was wearing a black lace glove.

Xu Qing subconsciously reached out her hand as well.

Their fingers lightly hooked in the air.

Xiao Jing's eyes were bright and firm: "Don't worry, Qingqing. As long as I'm here, we will definitely be able to walk together with Brother Tang Song forever."

After saying that, she leaned in again and gave her a quick kiss on her chubby cheek.

Then he pulled her to her feet and said, "Let's go change our clothes first."

Xu Qing glanced at Xiao Jing beside her, and finally followed her with her head down, heading towards the changing room.

Actually, she and Xiaojing had known each other for a long time, but they had only ever been online friends. This person, who played the role of a newbie HR in the "Beautiful Anime World" group, had always had a very good relationship with her. They often interacted in the group, and Xiaojing was even a loyal "reader" of hers before.

Thinking about it this way, forming an "alliance" with her doesn't seem so unacceptable after all.

In any case, we absolutely cannot leave the Tang and Song dynasties!

The only problem is that Xiaojing is a total weirdo, and she's always trying to drag her along to play...

Thinking of this, she shuddered violently again.

...

More than ten minutes later.

After changing their clothes, the two walked out of the Pure Dimension Culture Museum.

The night breeze carried the chill of late autumn, causing the hems of their skirts to sway gently.

Xiao Jing pulled Xu Qing into a Maybach that was already waiting by the roadside.

"Rumble--"

The Maybach started smoothly, and the cabin was quiet and comfortable.

Xiao Jing held Xu Qing's hand and chatted with her enthusiastically about various topics related to anime and cosplay.

From criticizing the new anime to which cosplayer has created a masterpiece, her voice was clear and her smile was bright.

However, her eyes flickered with an uncertain light.

Although she never showed it to anyone, she cared more about the women around Tang Song than anyone else.

Especially the most threatening one among them.

For example... gentle and soft.

Just yesterday, she actually heard this name from her own father.

The reason is that this Ms. Wen has recently appeared frequently in major financial magazines and business forums, and even accepted an in-depth interview with Fortune magazine.

This afternoon, she held a press conference on behalf of Nebula International Group to announce strategic partnerships with a number of well-known companies, including Tangyi Precision and Qingning Technology.

Nebula International Group's valuation has soared, and according to the most professional analysis institutions, it has now exceeded 10 billion in scale and is about to go public.

Wen Ruan has risen to fame and is now a rising star in the business world.

Reports indicate that she is about to be included in this year's "100 Outstanding Businesswomen in China" list.

Then consider the current state of his family's decline.

The presence of Wenru brought her unprecedented and immense pressure and fear.

Compared to her, Shangguan Qiuyue is not much of a threat.

After all, judging from Shangguan Qiuyue's attitude towards her, the other party did not seem to have any intention of vying for the position of "official wife," otherwise she would not have been so polite and enthusiastic, and would have helped her in every way.

But Wenru is completely different.

Recalling that meeting at Jinxiu Trade Center, the other party had deliberately come to his territory and kissed Tang Song right in front of him.

This is enough to prove that she is a woman with a strong sense of aggression and territoriality.

Her identity, her status, and her career prospects were all perfectly suited to Tang Song, enough to support her and Tang Song to rightfully take the step of getting married.

At that moment, she realized for the first time with such clarity that she might really "lose" Tang Song.

As for the option of being a lover...

Although she herself doesn't particularly care, it's simply unrealistic.

Her parents could not possibly agree, and neither could her relatives, friends, or her entire social circle accept this abnormal relationship.

This is a social problem rooted in reality.

Unless the Tang and Song dynasties were truly powerful enough to disregard all rules and sweep away all obstacles.

It was precisely because she saw these things clearly that she became so anxious and had no choice but to take the initiative.

The "alliance" with Xu Qing was just the first step in her plan.

Next, she would have to find a way to contact other women from the Tang and Song dynasties to see if there were any she could win over or sow discord among them.

For example, Lin Muxue and Gao Mengting, whom she currently knows, are both potential targets.

She wants to create her own "Avengers".

And this birthday party was the most crucial part of it.

She specifically chose the Lanfeng International Hotel as the venue, which is Tang Song's home turf and the stage where he officially made his debut as "President Tang".

Taking this opportunity, they officially announced their relationship to everyone.

Then, they successfully broke through the final step.

The next step is to find a way to get closer to Tang Song's career, family, and his innermost circle.

Integrate into his life as quickly as possible and become the most important and indispensable person to him.

Of course, there was one more important thing at the birthday party.

With the help of Tang Song and Shangguan Qiuyue, he resolved his family's crisis and saved Huineng Electronics from bankruptcy.

To help his increasingly depressed father get back on track.

Judging from what Shangguan Qiuyue said on the phone, there shouldn't be any problems with this matter.

However, this is not enough!
To resist Wenru, she needs more substantial and powerful measures.

Her father's Zhongcheng Group is already on the decline.

If Huineng Electronics can successfully board the fast train of Tangyi Precision, an industrial behemoth, and further benefit from the country's policy support for the new energy industry...

In the future golden track, they can regain their footing and even carve out their own niche.

This requires Shangguan Qiuyue's strong support; we must persuade her no matter what.

Only in this way, with her age advantage, will she be able to steadily suppress Wen Ruan in the future.

Thinking of this, Xiaojing couldn't help but sigh heavily in her heart.

Old Tian! My good father! You are only in your forties, in the prime of a man's life.

If we don't fight tooth and nail to build this empire for our daughter now, when will we ever get another chance?
(End of this chapter)