Shi Xinxin returned to her room and sat before the dressing table, gazing at her reflection in the mirror, lost in thought.
Sheng Chenjin's actions just now had stirred an unusual feeling within her.
This sensation was foreign and made her deeply uncomfortable.
She wanted nothing to do with this dangerous man.
Yet, Sheng Chenjin persisted in clinging to her.
She wished to escape his entanglement, but he refused to let her go. She had no choice but to feign obedience, waiting for an opportunity to slip away.
However, she couldn't leave rashly now. If she were recognized, she would be doomed!
Thinking of this, Shi Xinxin couldn't help but sigh.
"Xinxin, what are you doing here?"
Suddenly, a surprised voice called out.
Shi Xinxin turned her head and saw Tang Tang.
Tang Tang was wearing a black evening gown and ten-inch high heels. Her long, fair, jade-like feet further accentuated the graceful length of her ankles.
She entered the dressing room with a graceful posture and glanced at Shi Xinxin's outfit, smiling, "Judging by your appearance, you must have just been through something."
Shi Xinxin chuckled, "You know me, beauty is inherent. I also spent a long time choosing this outfit. So, being looked down upon by someone just now was truly embarrassing!"
Tang Tang laughed upon hearing this. She walked over to Shi Xinxin, examined her clothes, and praised, "Not bad. You've chosen all international brands. This outfit must be quite expensive, right?"
Shi Xinxin nodded with a smile, "This is Chanel's new summer collection. There were only five pieces, the most popular style this year. However, the brand only sold two sets, and I couldn't get them anymore, so I had to wear this."
Tang Tang marveled at Shi Xinxin's attire.
She couldn't help but tease, "I thought you'd change into all the nice clothes in your closet. I didn't expect you to be willing to wear something like this."
Shi Xinxin smiled, "You don't understand me. I'm actually quite thrifty."
"Heh, I don't understand you?" Tang Tang playfully retorted, "Are you planning to do something rebellious again?"
Shi Xinxin paused, then smiled mischievously, "It's too stuffy here. I want to go out for a walk. How about we go to a bar?"
Tang Tang looked around and shook her head, "Forget it, let's not drink. The people here are too complicated. If we run into any paparazzi or reporters, it'll be trouble."
Shi Xinxin looked at Tang Tang and said, "But I really want to go."
Tang Tang hesitated for a moment, "Are you sure?"
Shi Xinxin nodded vigorously and said, "Mhm!"
Tang Tang pondered for a moment and said, "Alright, I'll go with you. But don't mess around. I'm worried you'll get caught in some scandal."
Shi Xinxin winked playfully, "I know, do you really think I'm still a child?!"
The two left the room together.
Shi Xinxin linked arms with Tang Tang and headed towards the bar.
Inside the bar, the lights were dim and colorful.
When Tang Tang, arm in arm with Shi Xinxin, entered the bar, it caused a stir.
Tang Tang was stunningly beautiful with a hot figure, a truly exceptional beauty.
Tang Tang walked to the bar and said to the bartender, "Get her a cocktail."
The bartender saw Shi Xinxin behind Tang Tang and paused.
Tang Tang glanced at Shi Xinxin and asked the bartender, "Do you know her?"
The bartender quickly composed himself and respectfully replied, "No, I don't know her. I'll get her a glass of juice."
Tang Tang nodded, "Okay."
Tang Tang sat beside Shi Xinxin and asked, "What made you think of coming to a bar?"
Shi Xinxin shrugged, "What else could I do? I was bored to death at home, so I wanted some fun."
"This place is much safer than our home. Tell me wherever you want to go," Tang Tang said.
Shi Xinxin nodded.
They sat together chatting, and Shi Xinxin asked, "How are things between you and Xiao Feng?"
Mentioning Xiao Feng, Tang Tang's expression dimmed slightly.
"Not yet, his parents don't agree."
"Oh." Shi Xinxin lowered her head, thoughtfully playing with her fingernails.
Tang Tang, however, smiled with a carefree air, "Ah, let's not talk about this. Let's go to the stage and have fun with everyone!"
"Okay." Shi Xinxin stood up.
Shi Xinxin and Tang Tang went to the center of the dance floor and danced with the crowd.
The bar was lively that night, and people were wild. Soon, the entire bar was buzzing with excitement and cheers.
"Come, everyone, let's toast! Wishing us mutual help and love in our new jobs!" Tang Tang raised her glass and said to everyone.
"Cheers!" Everyone raised their glasses.
Shi Xinxin also raised her glass and drank it down in one go.
After finishing the drink, she felt a little dizzy and wanted to rest.
Tang Tang noticed and supported Shi Xinxin's arm, asking, "What's wrong? Your face looks so pale."
Shi Xinxin shook her head and said, "I don't know why, but the floor feels a bit wobbly."
Before she could finish speaking, a section of the stage suddenly collapsed. Tang Tang lost her balance and fell next to a booth.
The chair made a "bang" sound, and everyone screamed in fright.
The moment Tang Tang fell, Shi Xinxin quickly helped her up.
"Ouch, it hurts so much..." Tang Tang complained, rubbing her knee.
"I'm sorry," Shi Xinxin apologized in a panic.
Tang Tang frowned and said, "It's okay, you're not hurt, are you? Hurry up and help me up."
Shi Xinxin quickly helped Tang Tang and they ran outside.
As they just stepped out of the door, Tang Tang's phone rang.
Tang Tang took out her phone and saw it was Xiao Feng calling. She immediately pressed reject.
However, before she hung up, she heard Xiao Feng's voice from the other end of the line: "Tang Tang, where are you?"
Seeing this, Shi Xinxin was about to help her to a seat.
"It's none of your business where I am! I'm with my girlfriend, and I don't need you to tell me what to do!" Tang Tang said irritably. Just as Xiao Feng on the other end was about to say something,
She heard a commotion from the phone and someone shouting: "It's collapsing! The stage is collapsing! Everyone run!"
Before Shi Xinxin could react, she was knocked to the ground by a group of people behind her. Her head hit the carpet, and stars burst before her eyes, her pretty face turning deathly pale.
"Xinxin, are you okay?" Tang Tang quickly helped Shi Xinxin up and asked.
Tang Tang looked up at the mess behind them.
The entire stage platform had collapsed.
Shi Xinxin's heart pounded, feeling as if it would leap out of her throat. She hurriedly shouted into the phone, "Dark Night Bar, we're at Dark Night Bar!"
Before she could hear Xiao Feng's reply, the phone was dropped amidst the chaotic escape of the crowd.
Shi Xinxin and Tang Tang were swept forward by the crowd. However, the exit was too crowded, and amidst the surging mass of people, both of them were somewhat disoriented.
Until they were rescued by passersby.