Everyone felt suffocated and simultaneously a hint of anger towards Xiao Zheng. They all believed that if it wasn’t for Xiao Zheng’s actions, such an incident would never have occurred, making them all the butt of a joke.
That’s just how human nature is, when something happens, they seldom blame the powerful, but rather their own people and the weak. Xiao Zheng had helped them, yet they were seething with resentment towards him.
However, with Leng Ruobing vouching for him, they couldn’t say much and silently waited there. And Lan, who trusted Leng Ruobing immensely, although she felt uneasy, decided to trust Xiao Zheng as well.
So, at that moment, she hurriedly went out, preparing to find another model. Otherwise, if Xiao Zheng’s clothing was ready and there was no model, that would be really embarrassing.
But the models at the fashion show were all top-level worldwide, haughty and proud, knowing that the person inviting them was Lan and recalling the recent joke circulating in the fashion world, each declined without hesitation.
Lan was so anxious she was almost crying.
Finally, seeing this scene, Leng Ruobing said with a smile, "It’s okay, don’t worry, I’ll step in for you when the time comes."
"What, don’t you trust me?" Leng Ruobing said with a smile.
"How could that be? If Sister Ruobing is willing to step in, that would be fantastic. Even if it were the ugliest clothes in the world, wearing them would make you shine with the most brilliant light."
Leng Ruobing was an exceptionally beautiful woman with a superb figure. Although the models were very professional, Leng Ruobing had overwhelming talent, so walking the runway would be no problem at all.
The only trouble was Leng Ruobing’s own qualities, far too outstanding, which would draw all attention to herself rather than the clothing, thereby turning it into a personal showcase.
However, by this time, Lan couldn’t afford to consider so much.
Afterward, everyone just waited.
Meanwhile, the rumor about Lan asking an outsider to help with her fashion design had been spreading far and wide during this time.
Many designers were scoffing, thinking that Lan was clutching at straws in desperation. Lan was very young and had risen in the fashion world not long ago, hailed as a genius, making many envious. Given the chance, people were all too ready to mock, with a basketful of unkind words.
In any industry, the competition among peers is extremely fierce. So these people did not hold back at all, painting Lan as a spent force and a mediocrity who had achieved nothing.
Lan was both angry and anxious, but she was powerless to do anything about it. Still, it was Leng Ruobing who comforted her, telling her not to worry.
The fashion show was about to begin.
Everyone looked towards the door of the small room, wondering if Xiao Zheng had finished the clothes.
the door was pulled open, and Xiao Zheng stepped out, holding a garment in his arms.
It was a black and white piece of clothing, very simplistic. As it was folded, its entirety couldn’t be seen.
"The clothes are ready, where’s the model? Have her come and change," said Xiao Zheng, confidently holding the piece.
Leng Ruobing stood up.
Xiao Zheng’s eyes brightened, then he laughed heartily, "That’s fantastic. The clothing I’ve made matches your temperament perfectly. You wearing it will undoubtedly be dazzling, and you’re going to be the center of the entire fashion show."
When Xiao Zheng said this, everyone thought he was bragging and secretly sneered.
The center of the entire fashion show?
How could that be possible?
He’ll probably become the joke of the entire fashion show.
Leng Ruobing stepped forward, took the outfit from Xiao Zheng’s hands, and said, "I’m looking forward to that moment. I’ll go change into it now, and then I’ll head straight to the stage. You can wait for me in the audience."
This had become a tradition at the fashion show, where after the models put on the outfits, the designer and their entire design team wouldn’t scrutinize them in the room anymore but would directly go to the audience to wait.
On one hand, it reflected the designer’s confidence that their clothing was the best, and on the other hand, since every designer was a workaholic, if they saw the model wearing the clothes and spotting a flaw, they would insist on making changes, and might even miss the fashion show entirely.
Xiao Zheng and his group, including Lan, headed towards the audience. The staff from Lan’s design team were lukewarm towards Xiao Zheng, but Lan herself walked beside him, continuously expressing her gratitude.
The fact that Xiao Zheng was willing to help her was a great favor.
Soon, Xiao Zheng and Lan found their seats in the audience.
There weren’t many seats in the audience, occupied by some big shots and elites from various fields. Therefore, the staff didn’t have the privilege to sit there and could only watch from afar, crowded with much other people. If it weren’t for Lan, Xiao Zheng probably wouldn’t have had the privilege to sit there either.
The stage lit up, music sounded, and the host walked up to announce that the fashion show was starting at that moment.
The atmosphere was heated to its peak.
The cheers in the hall were like a tidal wave, reaching the dome.
Amidst the deafening applause and cheering, around Lan, there came many sarcastic remarks.
"Lan, that must be the person helping you, right? Haha, he does look pretty good," one designer laughed.
"Yeah, if he became a model, he might attract a lot of attention. But as for designing clothes... it’s not something just anyone can do," another person said with a mocking smile.
"Lan, no offense, but I think you’ve lost your integrity as a designer, just picking someone at random to replace you. You must realize, failing at this fashion show could have a huge impact on your entire career," another designer warned earnestly.
Everyone was skeptical of Xiao Zheng.
Anyone who reached the pinnacle of their field was incredibly proud. One of their traits was that they absolutely wouldn’t tolerate an amateur meddling in their domain.
Add to that Lan’s outstanding talent which incurred jealousy.
So, everyone spoke without courtesy, full of sarcasm and mockery, which was very unpleasant to hear.
Lan’s eyes reddened. Despite her extraordinary design talent, she was still a young girl, how could she withstand so much negation?
Seeing her as weak, the others continued to bully her, all with malicious smiles.