Twisted Dreams-Chapter 40 - 12: Shattered Chen Yuqi

Banquet hall.

Chen Yuqi stood bewildered in the corner.

She had tried to attend cocktail parties like the high society folks, but everything here was completely different from the event she attended with a three-thousand-yuan ticket.

The floor beneath her feet was made of marble exuding ancient cultural vibes.

The glass-adorned walls around were resplendent.

Underneath the giant crystal chandelier was a sculpture by a master artist.

Chen Yuqi quietly observed the guests dressed in high-end custom gowns.

Their every move was full of aristocratic charm.

This was the true nobility!

Chen Yuqi’s heart was so tense it felt like it was in her throat.

Gradually, influenced by renowned pianist Yod Hanels’ emotional performance of "Passionate Muse" on stage, Chen Yuqi’s nervous heart slowly relaxed.

The anxiety in her eyes receded like the tide, replaced by immense excitement!

This was the life she dreamed of!

Chen Yuqi let herself go.

She was like an ugly duckling that strayed into Swan Lake, exploring and adventuring in the luxurious castle.

Chen Yuqi’s attention was suddenly drawn to two middle-aged men in suits, feeling they looked somewhat familiar.

Her eyes gradually widened:

"Is that, actor Bai Tao and veteran music king He Yundong?!"

If she could get their autographs or even a photo with them, posting it on her social media might cause a sensation among her friends!

Make Zhang Xiaohan, that little tramp, green with envy!

Chen Yuqi mustered the courage to walk over, cautiously saying:

"Hello... hello, sirs.

I’m a fan of yours, I grew up watching your movies and listening to your songs.

I really like you two, could I take a picture with you?"

Bai Tao and He Yundong smiled warmly and said:

"Of course you can."

The two entertainment moguls, with their keen eyes, easily discerned that Chen Yuqi was at most a Xiaosan.

Charisma is something cultivated over time, not simply from attending numerous high-end parties.

They figured Chen Yuqi was more likely an obscure small-time actress or internet personality looking to ride their fame.

Having both risen from being extras and bar performers, they understood the struggle of this path and saw no reason to refuse a simple photo.

This was their grace and dignity.

Chen Yuqi was ecstatic, repeatedly expressing her thanks.

She took out her phone, posing for the picture.

They cooperatively extended their fingers in a "V" sign.

After taking a photo with the two veteran stars, her attention shifted toward others.

...

Having run around in high heels for an hour, Chen Yuqi didn’t feel tired at all.

She had collected photos with many celebrities, many autographs, and even added a young star’s WeChat.

Chen Yuqi’s face was radiant with a blissful smile.

This was the life she wanted: noble, extraordinary.

The image of Li Yang emerged in her mind, and she secretly resolved that, even if she had to be a Xiaosan or fourth woman, she would cling tightly to his leg!

At this moment, Chen Yuqi noticed a handsome figure, her eyes filled with delight.

This was the nation’s ideal man, Song Sizhe!

The dream lover of six hundred million girls!

When asking for photos with other celebrities, she always said she was a fan, but really she just wanted a photo to show off.

But Song Sizhe was her true idol!

She wasn’t a wife fan of Song Sizhe; she was a devoted fangirl.

Brother Song Sizhe was hardworking and handsome; a role model for motivation!

Chen Yuqi picked up a glass of wine, nervously walking toward Song Sizhe.

Sweat appeared on her nose:

"Are you, are you Song Sizhe?"

Song Sizhe turned around, looked Chen Yuqi up and down, and frowned:

"Uh, something you need?"

He was in a foul mood today.

He had looked into Su Yutang’s background; just a nouveau riche woman.

Who knew how many men she’d been with to gain her current position.

Who was he?

He was the breakout star of the year, dubbed the little actor king!

He firmly believed his future would surely be like Michael’s, where even the military would be alerted by a concert!

If not for his agent’s pleading, he wouldn’t have shown up at the female nouveau riche’s party.

More infuriating was that when he lowered himself to greet Su Yutang, she completely ignored him and walked away with another man!

She exclaimed:

"I’m your fan, I’ve watched all your web dramas, can I take a photo with you..."

Song Sizhe coldly replied:

"No time."

Chen Yuqi awkwardly forced a smile, just about to leave.

A waiter, circulating the hall, bumped into her.

Her high heels wobbled, and she inadvertently stumbled, her whole body falling toward Song Sizhe.

The red wine in her hand wasn’t wasted at all, pouring entirely onto Song Sizhe’s expensive dress pants.

A buzz filled Chen Yuqi’s head:

"Sorry, I... I’m sorry."

Song Sizhe shoved Chen Yuqi away:

"Get out!"

Chen Yuqi slipped and fell to the ground.

Song Sizhe pointed at Chen Yuqi, completely exploded:

"Who allowed you to touch me!"

Song Sizhe picked up a wine glass from the table, pouring all of it onto Chen Yuqi.

All that reading, that humble knight, that cherishing of women.

It was all crafted by the talent agency’s massive investment, purely to captivate ignorant fangirls.

Chen Yuqi was drenched in wine, her hair dripping with red wine, transforming from an ugly duckling to a wet hen.

The surrounding people quieted down, looking over with faces showing mockery, indifference, and ridicule.

Chen Yuqi’s aristocratic dream instantly shattered.

She was still that Chen Yuqi, even at a high-class party, she was still that lowly Chen Yuqi.

Behind the fairy tale dream was the bloody reality.

Chen Yuqi’s eyes reddened, her body trembling, frightened, repeatedly muttering:

"I’m sorry, I’m sorry..."

Song Sizhe suddenly realized:

"I remember you now.

The man by your side gets along well with Su Yutang.

Was it that man who asked you to seduce me, trying to cozy up to me?

A bunch of hillbillies, really think they’re something?"

Some little fresh meat suddenly skyrocketed to fame and started fancying themselves as Dragon in web series, thinking the whole world ought to worship them.

Newly rich becoming arrogant, performers making a comeback without restraint.

Song Sizhe’s agent repeatedly urged him to make acquaintances with Su Yutang.

When Song Sizhe finally "lowered his status" and unwillingly went to find Su Yutang, he saw her chatting eagerly with Li Yang.

She further ignored him, leaving with the man directly!

He was really upset.

Song Sizhe picked up a bottle of red wine, as if insane, pouring it over Chen Yuqi’s head:

"Cheap woman, how dare you treat me, Song Sizhe, like this?!

If you want to please me, get your backer to come in person!"

He was expressing his displeasure with Su Yutang in his own way, voicing his discontent at being ignored.

The term ’cheap woman’ seemed to unlock a search engine in Chen Yuqi’s brain, making her body stiffen.

Her thoughts returned to the poor, backward village.

Little girls couldn’t eat eggs, couldn’t go to school, couldn’t sleep in.

Had to do farm work before dawn, had to take care of her truant, fighting little brother.

She would be beaten if the pigpen wasn’t cleaned properly, if the food didn’t please her brother, and if her father drank, she’d be beaten as well. 𝚏𝗿𝗲𝐞𝚠𝕖𝐛𝗻𝗼𝐯𝕖𝚕.𝚌𝗼𝗺

Because her mom said she was a money-losing good-for-nothing, a worthless woman.

To become a noble woman, she escaped from the small ravine to the big city.

From a despised worthless woman to a despised gold-digger.

...

Second floor of the banquet hall.

Li Yang had one hand resting on a solid wood railing, the other holding a cigarette.

He watched the farce indifferently, like an unconcerned onlooker.

Watching as the desire aura around Chen Yuqi grew thicker, transforming into quite a pure desire power.

Li Yang’s smile grew wider at the corners of his mouth.