My husband disappeared after a flash marriage, but I am pregnant with his child

Chapter 125 Competition Relationship

The night falls quietly like a soft veil, shrouding the world in a mysterious tranquility.

The hotel was brightly lit, like a bright pearl inlaid in the night, shining brightly. People walked around, laughing and talking one after another, creating a lively atmosphere.

Qiao Qin took Jia Lulu into the agreed box. However, when they opened the door, the scene in front of them surprised them.

There were already four or five unfamiliar faces sitting in the box, and her friend Ellison was sitting in the main seat and talking.

"Oh, Joe, nice to see you again. You are as beautiful as before." Ellison stood up and came towards her with a smile. His eyes were shining with appreciation and enthusiasm, as if he was an old friend meeting again after a long separation.

Qiao Qin nodded slightly, with a faint smile on her lips.

Then, Ellison turned to the crowd and introduced loudly: "This is the talented designer Joe I often mentioned. She won the special prize in this year's design competition. Her talent and creativity amazed me."

Following Ellison's introduction, the atmosphere in the box instantly became heated, and people cast curious and admiring glances at Qiao Qin.

Qiao Qin's cheeks flushed slightly. She waved her hands hastily, and said with a hint of humility and shyness: "I'm not a genius, I'm just lucky."

Ellison couldn't help but chuckle when he heard this, and joked, "Joe, you are always so humble."

However, at this moment, an abrupt voice cut through the harmonious atmosphere like a sharp blade.

"Jia Lulu? Why are you here?"

The speaker was a middle-aged man in his forties or fifties. He had a serious face and sharp eyes, as if he could see into people's hearts.

Jia Lulu's face turned pale the moment she heard that voice, as if all the blood was flowing back to her heart. Her voice was so trembling that she could hardly form a sentence: "Mentor... Mentor?"

That middle-aged man was Jia Lulu's academic guide and another protagonist in the recent plagiarism scandal.

However, Jia Lulu still hasn’t figured out why her graduation project is exactly the same as her tutor’s entry. She can guarantee that she definitely did not plagiarize.

"Professor Yu Haisheng, do you know this beautiful lady?" Ellison asked with some curiosity, not noticing the subtle changes in the air.

Yu Haisheng nodded slightly, his tone as calm as water: "She used to be my student."

As his voice fell, Qiao Qin's face changed slightly. She also vaguely heard rumors about plagiarism on campus yesterday, so she completely understood Jia Lulu's current reaction.

Qiao Qin took a firm step forward, fearlessly protecting Jia Lulu behind her. Her eyes were firm and direct, looking directly at Yu Haisheng, her voice clear and powerful: "She is a new employee of my studio."

For a moment, the air in the box seemed to be frozen.

However, just when the tense atmosphere was about to reach its climax, Ellison broke the silence easily with a smile, like a spring breeze.

He waved his hand and said with a smile: "Haha, don't be so serious, we have plenty of time to reminisce about the past. Let's eat first."

However, although Ellison tried to ease the atmosphere, Jia Lulu felt as if her heart was being weighed down by a huge rock. She lowered her head, avoiding everyone's gaze, her brows tightly furrowed, as if she was still struggling with the issue of plagiarism.

Throughout the meal, the atmosphere was still somewhat depressing.

It was not until after the meal that Ellison slowly spoke. His voice was low and magnetic, as if it could penetrate people's hearts: "Okay, let's talk about what's next."

"The reason I gathered a few of you here is actually for a remarkable event - the coronation ceremony of the Queen of Country C. Her Majesty the Queen personally commissioned me to design a crown that can highlight her noble status and endless glory. Everyone here is the best jewelry designer I know, so I plan to give this task to you."

As his words fell, the air seemed to be filled with a burning anticipation.

Qiao Qin was also unable to suppress her inner excitement; she clenched her hands tightly, with a burning light flashing in her eyes.

On the one hand, that is the queen's crown. If the design comes from her hands, it goes without saying that her name will spread all over the world. On the other hand, the studio is just in its infancy. If the Queen of Country C finally adopts her design, then based on such an achievement, there will be no shortage of customers in the future.

Ellison looked at the surprise and excitement on everyone's faces, and felt relieved. He nodded slightly, his eyes gleaming with confidence, and said in a steady and powerful voice: "Everyone, this is a huge opportunity."

He paused, and his eyes swept over everyone, as if to pass on this determination and belief to everyone: "We only have one month, every minute and every second is crucial, and besides you, there are other designers who have accepted this task. In short, come on, and I wish you good luck."

After talking about work, everyone sat together again and shared some recent interesting stories. Laughter and blessings filled the entire box.

As the night grew darker, everyone said goodbye one by one and started their journey home.

Qiao Qin originally planned to send Jia Lulu home in person. However, just as the two were about to leave, Jia Lulu smiled and pointed to the building opposite. That was the small apartment she rented, which happened to be located opposite the hotel.

"Sister Qiao, there's really no need to trouble you. It's such a short distance, I can walk back by myself." There was a hint of determination and confidence in Jia Lulu's voice. She didn't want to trouble others, especially a senior like Qiao Qin who took good care of her.

Qiao Qin looked at Jia Lulu's determined eyes, smiled slightly, nodded, and turned to get into the driver's car waiting on the side. She knew that although Jia Lulu was young, she was independent and tenacious in her bones, and she admired this character very much.

However, just as Jia Lulu turned around and was about to walk into the night, a low and familiar voice suddenly sounded, causing her to stop involuntarily.

She slowly turned her head and saw a figure standing under the street light. It was Yu Haisheng.

Half of his face was hidden in the shadows, so her expression could not be seen. She only saw his hand waving gently in the night, beckoning to her.

Jia Lulu hesitated for a moment. She had complicated feelings towards her mentor. She felt guilty but couldn't help but doubt herself. In the end, she couldn't help but walk over.

"Lulu, congratulations on finding a good job." Yu Haisheng said with a smile.

Jia Lulu nodded. Meeting Qiao Qin was the luckiest thing in her life.

However, the next second.

Yu Haisheng's words brought her mood to the bottom.