Chapter 456: Her Stunning Appearance, His Surprise (2)

"Do you really need to put so much thought into dealing with someone like her? Besides, doesn’t she have to be backstage getting ready then?"

Meng Sijia didn’t take Shen Nian seriously at all. What’s more, she considered the gala her personal domain. When the time came, she could do whatever she pleased.

"You’re right, Sister Si Jia. I’ll get back to my work then."

After saying that, the person turned and left. However, once she was out of Meng Sijia’s sight, the fawning expression on her face changed to one of contempt.

In a place as competitive as the entertainment department, who wouldn’t want to get ahead?

But Meng Sijia had a death grip on that position. As long as she was around, no one else could even dream of getting a chance to shine.

It would have been one thing if Meng Sijia were a decent person, but her character was awful. She even made a habit of suppressing other capable people.

On the surface, they didn’t dare show anything. But behind the scenes, there were plenty of people who hated Meng Sijia.

Especially after what had happened to the Meng Family, even more people were badmouthing Meng Sijia behind her back.

’Meng Sijia’s current success was probably all thanks to her family’s connections!’

Not everyone in the entertainment department was like Meng Sijia, a young lady from a powerful family. Most people had started from the bottom, climbing up step by step on their own merits.

These people had no background; the only thing they could rely on was their own ability. So when their abilities were met with unfair treatment, how could they not feel resentful?

It was only because Meng Sijia was still firmly in her position. If one day her status became unstable, people like them would start to get ideas.

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「Time passed quickly, and in the blink of an eye, the day of the corporate gala arrived.」

The gala was in the evening. Originally, there was supposed to be a rehearsal during the day, but Shen Nian made up an excuse to skip it because she didn’t want to reveal her performance ahead of time.

Shen Nian had thought that Meng Sijia would try to block her from skipping the rehearsal in every possible way. To her surprise, the other woman agreed readily, without making things difficult at all.

’Meng Sijia’s reasoning was simple. They always had to rehearse countless times before a performance to ensure the effect was perfect. No rehearsal? Hmph, then just wait to be humiliated on stage!’

"Xiao Nian, will you be okay on your own? Do you really not need us to stay with you backstage?"

Only performers were allowed backstage. Lin Jingyun and Zhang Ying wanted to accompany Shen Nian, but there was no way for them to get in.

’Lin Jingyun was filled with regret. If she had known, she would have just signed up for any random act. At least then she could be backstage with Shen Nian right now!’

"Sister Jingyun, Sister Yingzi, don’t worry! I’m all prepared. I just need to change into my costume in a bit. Nothing will happen."

"Of course we’re not worried about *you*. We’re worried someone might try to sabotage you!"

"I made all my own props and didn’t let them get involved at all. It won’t be that easy for them to sabotage me!"

"That may be true, but, Xiao Nian, you still need to be careful."

"Don’t worry, I will be! You two just wait and see my amazing performance!"

"Okay, okay, we’ll be waiting to see your amazing performance!"

Seeing Shen Nian’s confident smile, Lin Jingyun and Zhang Ying were infected by her optimism and let go of their worries.

After reassuring Lin Jingyun and Zhang Ying, Shen Nian got up and headed backstage.

’In a little while, the company employees should start arriving. I wonder what Lu Cheng’s reaction will be when he sees my performance?’