The President Comes Knocking -

ar among the Four Little Hua Dans, Tang Qi’s looks are undeniably outstanding. In fact, she could easily claim the title of the most beautiful among the four.

Tang Qi’s reputation for being a diva is not entirely unearned, but to be fair, she wasn’t late. She simply arrived right on the dot, cutting it close.

The moment she stepped into the venue, all eyes were instantly drawn to the woman who had just arrived, fashionably late as it were. She was wearing a highly seasonal yet striking coral-red bodycon dress. The expertly tailored dress not only perfectly accentuated her hourglass figure but also featured a deep V-neckline, effortlessly showing off her captivating neckline and cleavage. The sheer allure held everyone’s gaze-whether male or female.

Tang Qi’s appearance complemented her attire flawlessly. Her natural beauty leaned toward an intense and sultry allure. Her almond-shaped, cat-like eyes were narrow and slightly upturned, always carrying a hint of charm and melancholy. It was as if looking away from her, even for a second, would somehow be a betrayal.

Yet her beauty wasn’t confined to her eyes. Tang Qi’s high-bridged nose gave her face a sophisticated depth, lending her features a touch of exotic elegance when viewed from afar. Her lips, slightly fuller by nature, seemed unremarkable bare. But add a layer of lipstick-especially bold shades like crimson or tomato red-and they took on a luscious and enticing fullness, like a ripe tomato waiting to be bitten into. There was no doubt about it: she was utterly captivating.

However, as the internet often claims, “Women are inherently creatures of jealousy,” and there’s truth in that sentiment. Especially in terms of appearance, it’s almost instinctive for women to harbor a subtle sense of envy. In any given setting, the most beautiful one often finds herself on the receiving end of quiet rejection, and for someone as striking as Tang Qi, the scrutiny was inevitable.

While Tang Qi’s beauty was undeniable, her overly sultry presence had a decadent air to it, making her less likable-at least among the other women on set.

Chu Qianqian, after a brief moment of astonishment at first sight of Tang Qi, quickly regained her composure. Compared to such an intensely alluring look, Chu Qianqian personally gravitated toward the graceful and delicate type of beauty, with an air of gentle refinement.

Among the Four Little Hua Dans, Chu Qianqian had yet to meet the other two, but judging from the ones she had encountered so far-Qi Yue and Tang Qi-she found herself gravitating more toward Qi Yue’s style of beauty. However, in the entertainment industry, looks alone aren’t the deciding factor. What truly mattered was whether a person had genuine work to their name and maintained a good reputation. After all, the former determined if others deemed you worthy of collaboration, and the latter dictated whether such collaboration was worth pursuing.

Chu Qianqian glanced around. To her relief, Qingyi and Chu Ziyu were among the few people on set who weren’t fixated on Tang Qi. Qingyi seemed entirely indifferent, his expression calm as usual, while Chu Ziyu kept his head low, seemingly caught up in his own thoughts.

Sensing Chu Qianqian’s gaze, Chu Ziyu lifted his head, his expression briefly puzzled, as if silently asking her what was the matter.

Naturally, Chu Qianqian couldn’t vocalize something as awkward as, “I’m just glad you two aren’t mesmerized by her looks.” Instead, she shook her head, about to say something when she noticed Chu Ziyu suddenly frown before quickly redirecting his gaze elsewhere.

Chu Ziyu’s frown wasn’t directed at Chu Qianqian-it stemmed from the fact that when he’d lifted his head, his eyes had accidentally met Tang Qi’s gaze.

Tang Qi had always taken pride in her appearance. She was not merely accustomed to being watched, whether it was stares of admiration or scrutiny-she relished it. In fact, she truly enjoyed the attention and the lifestyle of being the center of so many gazes.

However… Tang Qi had noticed one particular glance coming from a slightly weaker angle of attention. Following the direction of this subtle gaze, she found herself locking eyes with Chu Ziyu, who had just happened to look up as well.

Coincidentally, Tang Qi had also seen Chu Ziyu on the day of the film crew’s opening ceremony. But her poor health that day had dampened her mood, and she hadn’t paid much attention to either Qingyi or Chu Ziyu. After all, their group, ONE, had debuted such a short time ago. Other than the backing they had from the Kunhuang Group, they were simply two good-looking rookies in her eyes.

Yes, while Qingyi and Chu Ziyu’s relationship was no secret within Kunhuang, their identities had been carefully kept under wraps from the outside world. This deliberate secrecy was originally intended to avoid triggering baseless online claims such as “Qingyi and Chu Ziyu only get work because of their connections.” However, this precaution had unintentionally given certain people the impression that they could exploit this secrecy to their advantage.

In the entertainment industry, it’s almost an unwritten rule: no backing means you’re an easy target.

Unlike the opening ceremony, however, today’s Chu Ziyu left a far greater impression on Tang Qi at first sight. His refined appearance, strikingly accentuated by Qingyi to his side, was especially eye-catching.

Today’s scene involved Fu Zichu and his team falling into a trap within the secret realm, leading them to stumble upon a palace. If the secret realm was the most prominent aspect of Ling Xiao’s first arc, “Youthful Tales,” then the palace undoubtedly served as its centerpiece-lavishly described and brilliantly written.

As a secret realm that prohibits entry to cultivators above the Golden Core level, the environment placed Golden Core cultivators at a significant advantage. Not only were they incredibly powerful, but their spiritual energy endurance far outlasted that of Foundation Establishment cultivators. Although the protagonist, Lin Zisu, had been generously powered up by the author, he was still no match for the team’s eldest senior brother, Fu Zichu.

While Lin Zisu managed to navigate the palace’s many traps without sustaining critical injuries, his numerous cuts and bruises, coupled with his disheveled appearance, rendered him far more pitiful-looking than Chu Ziyu. Chu Ziyu’s white robes, apart from a slightly disarrayed hairpin at the back, were pristine and untouched by dust. His elegant and otherworldly look was nothing short of spectacular, embodying the description, “A gentleman stands like jade, unmatched in the world.” It was a truly stunning image.

Tang Qi was instantly captivated by Chu Ziyu’s ancient costume look. As someone who had acted in a fair number of historical dramas, she had come across her share of actors in period attire. Yet none had worn it as flawlessly as Chu Ziyu.

Perhaps it was the proverbial “beauty filter” skewing her perception, but Tang Qi completely overlooked Chu Qianqian, who stood beside Chu Ziyu. With the corners of her lips lifting into a faint smile, Tang Qi exuded the charm of an enchanting fox spirit, seemingly seducing those around her with her allure. Her mesmerizing presence left many in the vicinity momentarily dazed.