Arrogant Man VS Unyielding Woman

All the samples of the Lei Group needed to be promoted. This time, the Lei Group had invested a huge amount and publicized widely. Therefore, these samples needed to be photographed well, and an attractive theme were also necessary. Fortunately, Jean had practiced such shoots many times when she was in college. Now that she knew what she had to do, Jean felt more confident.

A manager from the Lei Group had spent some time briefing her about the work. He introduced the samples that needed to be photographed, told her about the concepts that the products were going to convey, and what needed special attention. Then he went back to his work and left Jean to hers.

Jean took several photographs as she walked around. The number of party attendees was increasing and the halls were getting more and more crowded. The host kept talking about the main products. Jean took some photographs and then found herself a spot to rest. Before she sat down, she fetched a glass of juice and a piece of cake from the buffet table. Then Jean returned to the spot she had found earlier.

She had intentionally chosen a remote spot so that she wouldn't attract too much attention. Since this was an exhibition by the Lei Group, Ethan must be here as well. She tried her best to keep from meeting him. There were still some issues that needed to be resolved between Ethan and her.

Although she had requested a reassignment, John had been quite clear. Since she couldn't avoid this event, she planned on ensuring that she didn't bump into Ethan. Jean was naive when she thought her plan would work. As fate would have it, she encountered the one person she did not want to meet.

"Jean!" Ethan's voice broke Jean from her trance. His voice seemed so gentle. It was almost as though he were genuinely pleased to see her.

Upon hearing his voice, Jean was so shocked that she almost spit out the juice in her mouth. She covered her mouth to avoid making a mess, and raised her head. Ethan looked incredibly handsome dressed in white. Then Jean spotted the woman standing beside him. She was also dressed in white.

The woman was tall and slim, and good-looking as well. Her makeup had been professionally done and accentuated her fine features. The white dress she wore was a tasteful mix of fabric and sheer lace. Jean noticed how the sheer lace around her waist made the woman's curves seem more attractive.

When the woman turned, Jean observed that the dress was cut low at the back. The V-shape plunged daringly low. The way her skin was exposed, made the woman look exceptionally sexy and mysterious.

This woman looked so familiar! Jean couldn't remember where she had seen this person before.

As Jean studied the woman, the woman stared back arrogantly.

After a few seconds, Jean remembered that this woman was an internet celebrity she had met at the banquet. Wasn't her name Mandy Chen? And hadn't she drugged Ethan's drink then? How come she was here?

"Jean, why are you here eating by yourself?" Ethan looked around and said, "If you are hungry, I can take you to the restaurant."

"There's no need. I'm full now." She shook her head and pointed to the empty dish to indicate that she had already snacked.

Mandy's mood soured when she saw how gentle and considerate Ethan was being toward this woman. She gritted her teeth in frustration. Desirous of making a good impression on Ethan, Mandy had spent hours getting ready. However, he wasn't paying much attention to her. Her agent had ordered her to sleep with Ethan this evening. But judging from Ethan's attitude, Mandy was concerned that he may not be interested in her.

After thinking for a while, Mandy recognized the woman before her.

At the banquet, she had Ethan exactly where she wanted him. However, just as he was about to have that drink, this woman rushed out and told him that the drink was drugged. Her plans had been ruined by this woman! The more she thought about it, the more certain Mandy became that she had seen this woman somewhere else as well. She recalled the Weibo incident. Wasn't this the woman who was having an affair with Ethan? When the incident first became hot on Weibo, Mandy had been surprised to learn that this woman was also Zed's wife.

It was really hard to understand how someone as ordinary as her could win the hearts of two of the most eligible bachelors in the city!

"Ethan, my schedule has been pretty full recently. I've worked hard to spare time to attend this party. You have to keep me accompanied no matter what." Mandy suggestively pressed herself against Ethan. She wasn't being cheap, on the contrary Mandy was testing Ethan. If this woman meant nothing to Ethan, he wouldn't refuse her advances.

But now...

Ethan took a step back. Although he spoke to Mandy, he was still smiling at Jean. "I really appreciate Miss Chen for taking time out of her busy schedule to be here. But if you are bored, I can find someone to escort you home." Upon hearing Ethan's statement, Mandy was stunned. Her expression turned stiff.

"Ethan, I was kidding. I just arrived. How can you think about sending me back?" She covered her mouth and smiled as though she were being playful. However, the disgusted look she shot Jean betrayed her true thoughts.

"I was kidding as well, "Ethan replied without taking his eyes off Jean. It seemed as though it didn't matter to Ethan whether Mandy stayed or left. It was apparent to everyone that Ethan was not fond of Mandy. His attitude towards her was too indifferent to be mistaken for anything else.

This surprised Jean. He wasn't the person he used to be when Jean was dating Ethan.

In the past, he would not refuse any women who threw themselves on him. And yet, here he stood, eyes transfixed on Jean. No one else seemed to exist. Was something wrong with him? Or was Mandy really not his type although she was beautiful? Jean remembered that Mandy had tried to drug him last time and then realized something.

Before she could speak, Ethan's secretary interrupted them. "Mr. Lei, Mr. Lai was looking for you." Although the secretary had leaned close to Ethan and whispered, Jean could hear him clearly.

"Okay." Ethan nodded and raised his head. He smiled politely at Jean before excusing himself, "Jean, I have to meet someone. Wait for me here, please."

Jean didn't say anything. After Ethan and his secretary left, she sighed in relief. She had wanted to avoid meeting Ethan at this event. However, now that they had met, she was determined to circumvent another encounter with him. Jean was resolved to take all the necessary photographs before Ethan returned.

The last thing Jean needed was to see another woman flaunt herself and fawn over Ethan.

When she stood, Jean found that Mandy hadn't left with Ethan. On the contrary, Mandy glared at Jean haughtily.

Jean was dazed for a few seconds. What did this woman want?

"Are you Jean Wen?" Mandy folded her arms and asked. She didn't wait for a reply. Instead she said, "You became an internet celebrity not long ago. I even remembered your name."

Although she had become an internet celebrity, it was hard to recognize Jean as she didn't dress or behave like a celebrity. Jean shrugged. Mandy probably recognized her from their brief meeting at the banquet. Perhaps she had done something to leave such a deep impression on Mandy.

"Miss Chen, what can I do for you?" Although Jean had no interest in talking to such a despicable woman, she still forced a smile.

"I... Nothing important. It's just... It's necessary for you to know that Ethan is mine. Don't forget your current situation. And don't think about winning all the eligible bachelors' hearts. Since you are already married, stop eyeing Ethan." Mandy rolled her eyes. The gentle look on her face when Ethan was here had been replaced with a look of superiority. Instead of her previously sweet tone, she was now talking with Jean contemptuously. Her folded arms suggested that she was warning Jean to stay away from Ethan.

Jean knew from personal experience that scheming women like Mandy were deluded enough to think of themselves as heroines. Apparently, Mandy believed that she was the perfect match for Ethan and they would make a better couple. Though Jean was not a meddler, she truly didn't like such women.

Jean didn't take her warning seriously. She went through the photographs in her camera and showed a complete disregard for Mandy. Upon seeing Jean behave so nonchalantly, Mandy got angrier. Her face turned red with exertion.

"Hey! Did you hear what I just said? Stay away from Ethan, understand?" It seemed she had already lost her patience. She shouted at Jean with an impatient tone. When Jean didn't respond, Mandy placed her hands on her hips and glared at Jean wide eyed.

At the moment, she didn't have any quality of a celebrity. Jean took a photograph of her instantly. Hearing the clicking sound of the camera, Mandy was stunned and froze in place. She pointed to Jean and asked with a shocked look, "What did you do?" Jean took a look at the photograph she just shot and smiled calmly, "Nothing serious. I was just shooting Miss Chen's new look, which is pretty different from your usually calm demeanor. Your new pose is cool."

Mandy removed her hands from the hips at once. She had forgotten that they were surrounded by people at a party. She became concerned about what other people would think. When she glanced around quickly, Mandy realized that no one was paying any attention to them. She sighed in relief. D