Chapter 749: Someone Must Be Causing Trouble

Qin Jiao spoke with complete confidence, not the least bit afraid of them looking into it.

Sure enough, after a minute of silence, Manager Li said, “The model presentation schedule is indeed very tight. However, I know Jiu Yi holds a large share of the market, and we were actually looking forward to the new products you’d be showcasing. So, give me a moment. I’ll go back and discuss with the other departments to see if it’s possible to add more slots.”

“I appreciate it. I’ll be waiting for good news.” After hanging up with a smile, the expression on Qin Jiao’s face slowly faded.

It was obvious he hadn’t considered the benefits involved. Only after Qin Jiao’s ‘reminder’ did he go back to discuss it with his superiors.

The pleasantries they’d just exchanged were nothing more than empty formalities.

Beside her, a frustrated Jiang Xiaoyue said, “But everything was already set! Why the last-minute change? What can we possibly show with just two outfits? We prepared an entire collection!”

“It’s obvious someone is targeting us. If I had to guess, it’s Jinyi.”

“You mean Su Yuxi and her people?”

Qin Jiao nodded.

They have a powerful backer, and I suspect that backer cares a lot about its reputation. That’s why Su Zeyuan and Su Yuxi don’t dare use those underhanded, illegal tactics against us anymore.

Instead, they opened this fashion company, making it clear they intend to go head-to-head with Jiu Yi.

However, this played right into Qin Jiao’s hands.

Qin Jiao had a family to think about. If her opponents resorted to dirty tricks, things could get much more complicated.

She wasn’t the least bit afraid of a direct confrontation like this.

Even if they leveraged their influence to try and suppress Jiu Yi, like they were doing with this model showcase, it didn’t matter.

Jiang Xiaoyue frowned. “She’s so infuriating. Can’t she just focus on being a big celebrity? Why does she have to have it in for us?”

“You’ll never understand the way her mind works because her values are completely different from a normal person’s. Don’t worry. We’ll handle whatever they throw at us.”

Jiang Xiaoyue nodded. “That’s for sure! When it comes to style and quality, Jiu Yi is definitely superior!”

The situation was a bit tricky, but it wasn’t unsolvable.

Qin Jiao said, “From the dozen or so outfits we have, prioritize and pick five. Make sure they cover a range of styles, and for similar pieces, decide on a primary and secondary option. I’m guessing they’ll end up giving us five slots. Also, you need to go select the models and watch them closely. Have Ji Changxing and his team keep an eye on everything before, during, and after the event.”

Over the years, the security department run by Ji Changxing had grown and expanded, and was now directly responsible for security at four of their companies.

Two electronics companies, including the headquarters in Nanzhou and the branch in North City, as well as Jiu Yi Fashion and Jiu Yi Restaurant.

This event was crucial, and Su Yuxi’s group would definitely try to pull something, so it was best to have Ji Changxing prepare in advance.

Jiang Xiaoyue said, “No problem, I’ll go find Brother Ji in a bit. By the way, Xiao Jiao, did you know Uncle Qin San asked my mom out today! Do you think something might happen between them?”

Qin Jiao had been so busy these past few days she’d almost forgotten about that.

She said, “I think there’s a chance. If my uncle had no feelings for Aunt Jiang, he could have just laid low for a while and let the whole thing blow over.”

The fact that he’s taking the initiative means it’s a real possibility.

Jiang Xiaoyue said, “I really hope they hit it off.”

At that very moment, Qin Jiqun and Jiang Ling were sitting in a teahouse. People in North City often frequented teahouses for casual chats and gatherings, where they would drink tea and snack on melon seeds, dried fruit, and pastries. The more traditional-minded would even go to listen to storytelling.