The moment Qi Ruixi heard the insider sharing the gossip, she thought of Xu Tingyu.
But she never had the chance to ask.
Today, while relaxing over drinks, she finally asked.
Xu Tingyu burst out laughing and immediately started to refute the rumor.
"That Yan Zhou is only twenty - five years old, three years younger than me. I don't like姐弟恋, and he's not trying to chase me either."
"We do have each other's contact information, but we only communicate for work and never contact each other privately."
"The most important thing is, I feel like he hates me. During the first dance practice, he argued with me about a single move for an entire afternoon, even his agent got involved."
Since the other party was a popular artist, Xu Tingyu naturally wouldn't be too harsh. She chose her words carefully to spare his feelings.
In fact, Xu Tingyu found Yan Zhou quite difficult to get along with.
The first time she gave them a class, she had just started working part - time in a dance studio.
It was introduced by her senior. Although it was called a dance studio, it was actually quite famous.
It had collaborated with many star artists.
Even with an introduction, Xu Tingyu had to go through a tough selection process to get in.
But on the first day of teaching Try, she was questioned by Yan Zhou.
He thought the dance moves Xu Tingyu designed were too soft. For a boy group like theirs, it couldn't show their strength at all.
Xu Tingyu explained that before choreographing this dance, she had watched the group's previous practice videos, and the moves were designed to fit their image and needs.
Well, as a result, Yan Zhou thought she was saying they were effeminate and not manly enough.
The two debated while practicing in the classroom, which exhausted Xu Tingyu.
She had just recovered from an illness at that time. Such high - intensity dancing and "debating" made her extremely tired.
Towards the end of the class, she stepped on a drop of sweat and slipped, falling directly to the ground.
Yan Zhou frowned and said, "Is this your level, teacher?"
This made Xu Tingyu so angry that she couldn't sleep all night.
From then on, the two didn't get along well.
However, for her, this was a job, and it was very important to her at that time.
She didn't have the right to pick and choose students. She could only work harder to change his opinion.
Fortunately, the subsequent practice went smoothly, and everyone said the dance was beautiful.
When it came to choosing costumes, Xu Tingyu also gave some reference suggestions.
So, when this boy group became popular overnight, Xu Tingyu's status in the studio also went up a notch.
Later, Xu Tingyu left that studio, founded her own studio, and then established her own brand.
This group also followed her and they had several more collaborations.
Xu Tingyu knew this was their recognition of her ability, and she always respected these "gold sponsors" whole - heartedly.
However, she was never as familiar with Yan Zhou as she was with the other group members.
It wasn't just because of their first conflict, but also because Yan Zhou was too cold - tempered and always expressionless.
She had been hurt by a person with this kind of personality before, so she always remained vigilant towards such people.
Yan Zhou also seemed to know that she didn't like him, so he rarely had any extra contact with her.
Now, such an absurd rumor had spread. How could it not make her laugh?
"I finally understand how absurd the gossips in the entertainment industry can be. How could anyone believe such a rumor? Hahaha, if Yan Zhou knew about this, he might send a lawyer's letter."
The more she thought about it, the more interesting it seemed. Tears were almost streaming down her face from laughing.
Qi Ruixi on the opposite side, however, couldn't really laugh. "Sister, does he make you that happy?"
Huh?
Xu Tingyu was stunned by the question.
Were they on the same page?
She didn't dare to laugh anymore. She composed herself and became serious. "No, no. I just think the rumor is too absurd."
Make her happy?
She didn't dare to be happy. During the most recent collaboration, she only showed up at the beginning, but in the end, she was even complained about.
They said she was unprofessional.
Although the agent told her this with a smile, it was still a warning.
It was a warning for her not to get complacent.
This made her纠结 for a whole night. The next day, she even bought a bunch of food and drinks to apologize.
Then, she successfully got the information from the other members of the group that it was Yan Zhou who said she was unprofessional.
She was so angry that her teeth itched. After more than two years of collaboration, this guy had learned to stab her in the back.
But at that time, Yan Zhou had already left early, so they didn't meet. Otherwise, she would definitely have given him a piece of her mind.
Seeing that Xu Tingyu was completely innocent and there was no sign of any special relationship, Qi Ruixi couldn't help but breathe a sigh of relief in her heart.
"Sister, your company should have contacted a lot of star artists. Are there any gossips? Tell me quickly."
She timely changed the topic.
But Xu Tingyu was always very tight - lipped and would never disclose the secrets of her clients.
So she just laughed it off. "There aren't any gossips. When they come to our company, they either learn dancing or get clothes made. We don't have much private contact."
When it came to making clothes, Qi Ruixi and Chen Chunyao's attention was drawn again.
"I'm going to walk the red carpet soon, and I haven't chosen a dress yet. Tingyu, recommend one for me."
Chen Chunyao said while shaking the red wine glass in her hand.
Actually, when she attended events now, she always borrowed high - end custom - made dresses from big brands.
Although Xu Tingyu was doing well now, there was still a gap between her brand and the first - tier luxury brands.
Chen Chunyao's request was obviously to give Xu Tingyu free advertising.
Xu Tingyu was very touched and said, "I do have a few dresses. They are Chinese - style dresses with some improvements. One of them is almost finished, and it will be delivered in a few days. You can come and try them on then."
As she became more well - known, she was also expanding into the high - end custom - made market.
These dresses were the latest models. The first draft was made half a month ago, but she rejected it and had it redesigned.
Chen Chunyao readily agreed.
Qi Ruixi was also eager to try. "Sister, our company is having a half - year celebration next week, and I have to attend and speak. Can you also recommend a dress for me?"
When hearing the words "half - year celebration", Xu Tingyu was a bit distracted.
The half - year celebration was a tradition of the Qi Group. In fact, it was just a summary of the company's revenue in the first half of the year, followed by a party to boost morale.
When she was still the granddaughter - in - law of the Qi family, she once asked Qi Shifeng if she could attend.
Logically speaking, since Qi Shifeng was married, he should bring his wife to such occasions.
But Qi Shifeng only replied with three words.
Those familiar words "You don't deserve it".
After that, she never mentioned it again. She just saw the grand occasion in the news like everyone else.
During the year when she was arranged to stay in the nursing home to have a baby, Xie Yu even attended the celebration as a guest.
Now, when hearing Qi Ruixi mention this celebration again, Xu Tingyu's heart still couldn't help but tremble for a moment.
But it was just a moment. She quickly put on a smile. "Sure, you can come and choose together."