Tian Danni's mind was in a complete mess, and she had no idea which way to go.
Now there were two paths warning her.
One was to betray Su Minghan and develop her career with A Hairui.
The other was also to betray him by winning in next month's concert. She could do whatever it took to squeeze Xiao Shujing out.
The conditions offered by both sides were exactly what she wanted most—
The international catwalk show on Victoria Island.
It had been Tian Danni's long - awaited dream since she debuted.
"Watch out!" Susan shouted urgently.
When Tian Danni came to her senses, her forehead had already hit the load - bearing wall beside the parking lot. The pain made her eyes sparkle, and her mind went blank.
"Ouch, my dear! Come on, I'll take you to the hospital!"
Tian Danni covered her forehead and stubbornly refused to move forward. "It's okay, it's my fault. I was just lost in thought and didn't pay attention."
"Don't say it's okay! You're bleeding!" Susan exclaimed. She threw the clothes in her hand on the ground and picked up the phone, ready to call for help.
"Ah, really it's okay. It's just a scratch."
"Sister Shan? Teacher Tian?"
Xiao Yang came out of the elevator and saw their embarrassing situation.
She rushed over quickly and asked, "What's going on?"
"Get out of the way. Don't pretend to be nice!"
Susan glared at her angrily and supported the person beside her, ready to leave.
"Be nicer. We're all from the same company," Tian Danni whispered in her ear.
"So what if we're from the same company? Is it wrong to point out someone who steals the limelight? Everyone's right. Teacher Xiao just takes advantage of Mr. Su's favor and looks down on others!"
"Stop it! Don't gossip," Tian Danni gently scolded.
Susan pouted discontentedly but didn't say anything more.
Xiao Yang picked up the evening dress on the ground and slowly followed them into the elevator. She hung her head as if she had done something wrong.
"I... I'll carry them up for you. Don't worry. I'll leave right after I put the things down. I won't bother your work."
"Thank you. Susan is just sharp - tongued but kind - hearted. Don't take it to heart," Tian Danni smiled to smooth things over.
"Who's sharp - tongued but kind - hearted?"
She glared at Tian Danni. "Just shut up!"
Suddenly, Xiao Yang started to sob.
"Teacher Tian, don't blame Sister Shan. I know everyone has been having opinions about Shujing and me lately, but it's not something I can control. Shujing's personality is completely different from before. She's like a different person."
"Except for work - related matters, I don't even dare to chat with her casually." She rolled up her long sleeves, revealing bruises on her arms. "Whenever I say something that doesn't suit her, she'll go crazy and smash things."
Susan gasped in surprise.
"You silly girl. Why don't you tell Mr. Su?"
Tian Danni also felt sorry for her. "If you're not comfortable saying it, I'll do it for you. This can't go on like this."
"She's just in a bad mood occasionally," Xiao Yang wiped the tears from her face. "Shujing lacks a sense of security. She's like a carefree child only when Mr. Su is with her."
"I'm the only one who can support and accompany her. I believe she'll get better gradually. But if her thoughts become too stubborn and hopeless, please help her!"
Tian Danni, who was always soft - hearted, immediately agreed.
"I'll definitely help as long as it's within my ability!"
Ding! The elevator door opened at this moment.
Xiao Yang's grateful eyes were filled with a new layer of mist. "Thank you!"
After she carried the clothes in her arms to the dressing room, she left in a hurry without saying a single extra word.
Susan took out the first - aid kit and carefully applied medicine to Tian Danni's wound.
"Why do you look so solemn?"
"Don't move. You'll get it on your hair." Her face was heavy.
Tian Danni smiled playfully. "What? Are you worried about Xiao Yang?"
"Why is this girl so naive?" Susan leaned against the dressing table and sighed helplessly. "She's been beaten but still follows her whole - heartedly!"
"I wonder who was just gritting their teeth, saying someone was taking advantage of others? Now you're worried about that person."
"You're so annoying. You were just waiting to tease me, weren't you?" Susan was both angry and amused.
Tian Danni propped her chin up with one hand and smiled. "I said you were sharp - tongued but kind - hearted, and you got angry. I can see what's on your mind. By the way, should we mention this to Su Minghan?"
Susan held Tian Danni's head with a cotton swab while applying medicine. "Better not. There's nothing wrong in the first place. If you mention it, it'll just speed up Xiao Yang's departure. Let it be."
"What if I create some opportunities for Su Minghan and Xiao Shujing to meet often? If she's in a good mood, she won't hit Xiao Yang."
Susan looked at her in disbelief, too angry to speak.
"Are you crazy? Did you break your nerves when you hit your head just now? Why are you such a big fool when it comes to feelings!"
Susan poked her shoulder, her eyes full of pity.
"Your man has been snatched away by another woman, and now you want to help your love rival! I don't know what to say about you. I've never seen anyone like you!"
Tian Danni thought for a while and also felt that she was being a bit absurd. "Then what should we do... I can't think of a better way."
"You don't have to do good deeds in the open. Leave it to me."
Susan couldn't bear to see her being bullied anymore and volunteered with a pat on her chest.
Knock, knock. The stage controller knocked on the door and came in.
"Teacher Tian, please go into the studio to shoot in ten minutes."
"Okay."
After putting on her makeup, Tian Danni rushed to the photography studio in a hurry. Before she got close, she saw Xue Xiaoqi discussing with the photographer.
"Hi, nice to see you again, Teacher Tian."
Tian Danni politely smiled back. "Why are you here, President Xue?"
"I'm an old acquaintance of the photographer here. I just passed by and came to have a look. I didn't expect to meet you. We're really destined."
Tian Danni knew exactly what she was up to but didn't expose her on the spot.
"Then you guys talk first. I'll go in and start shooting."
Xue Xiaoqi nodded with a smile. "Sure. Go ahead and get busy."
During the shooting, Tian Danni was always absent - minded.
Because the woman sitting around the corner had been staring at her all the time.
An hour later, the photographer called a halt.
"Teacher Tian, you're not in a good state today. Take a break first."
"Sorry. I'll adjust myself immediately."
Tian Danni apologized with a smile and slowly got off the platform.
"Here, warm water. Sit down and I'll massage your shoulders," Susan handed over the water bottle and said softly.
"No need. You're tired too. Just chat with me."
"About what? Not still about Xiao Yang, is it?"
Tian Danni gave her a look. "President Xue has been sitting there for over an hour. She kept staring at me just now. It made me feel so uncomfortable."
Susan snickered. "It's because she sees your potential and wants to poach you!"
"Forget it. I don't dare to go. I'm afraid I'll be skinned alive."