The Fake Daughter is a Max-Level Green Tea [Transmigrated into a Book] - Chapter 21

Chapter 21: Mission Update

LIN: I’m here tonight. Feel free to come find me if you need anything.

After the message was sent, Lu Chaoqing’s hand vibrated in the empty room, unnoticed by anyone.

When a few of them went to touch up their makeup, the manager, of course, also briefed them on the night’s schedule. Since this was their first banquet, some of the rules they had been previously reminded of needed to be reiterated.

The woman patiently repeated the differences between industry banquets and ordinary gatherings to the several novice girls, and instructed them to stick close to her, or to the assistant if she wasn’t around. They were told not to act on their own initiative. She only felt relieved after everyone nodded in agreement.

As the leader and the oldest member of the group, Chen Li naturally took on the role of “nanny.” As they walked toward the lounge, she nagged, “I know how much you all can drink. You absolutely must not drink recklessly tonight. If anything happens, tell me immediately, and I’ll inform Sister Fang, got it? Especially you, Shuangshuang, last time you were done after two glasses of fruit wine. Tonight, secretly swap your alcohol for plain water; no one will notice.”

Under Chen Li’s nagging, Jiang Qishuang shrugged helplessly. Her smile was always practiced and subtle, “Alright, you talk too much. I’m in my twenties; it’s not like I can’t protect myself.”

The young girls, new to the industry and not yet corrupted by this melting pot, still held relatively simple views. Most of them believed in their own hard-earned progress, rather than compromising themselves by drinking with or being groped by greasy old men who could be their fathers, just for resources.

After instructing Jiang Qishuang, Chen Li moved on to Yao Xichen, then to Ji You, who became very quiet off-stage, and finally, she gave Lu Chaoqing the same instructions after some thought. However, everyone knew very well that even if all of them were asked by the company to propose a toast, the only person those people wouldn’t mess with was Lu Chaoqing.

What everyone didn’t anticipate was that in the original novel’s plot, the person who ran into trouble here was precisely Lu Chaoqing alone.

Main Mission Update

Original Plot: Lu Chaoqing encounters Jiang Yang at the banquet but is provoked by the girls around him, fueling her jealousy. Due to drinking a bit too much, she impulsively decides to further develop their nominal relationship by getting rid of the women around Jiang Yang, and then, emboldened by the alcohol, sneaking into his room. (Importance of this mission: five stars. Determines whether the Jiang Yang conquest route is unlocked.)

Lu Chaoqing, who was in the commercial vehicle heading to the venue, had just opened her phone when she received this bolt from the blue. She hastily chose “No.”

She absolutely did not want to have any connection with that wretched guy.

The app popped up a window and repeated: Importance of this mission: five stars. Skipping the mission requires paying a certain amount of points. Your points are insufficient, you need to complete 60% of this storyline. Please decide for yourself.

Insufficient points? Never mind, it’s only 60%. She felt she could manage it with a little effort.

Lu Chaoqing was in a good mood after tallying her data earlier and felt full of fighting spirit. She didn’t pay too much attention to this notification and immediately opened her WeChat messages.

When her eyes caught the pinned hotel room number of Lin Chumu, her fingertip trembled for no reason, and her phone almost dropped to the floor.

Industry banquets are often held at a luxurious venue far from the city center.

The parking lot looked like a luxury car show, with countless Rolls-Royces, Maybachs, Maseratis, and Porsches parked side by side. Stepping into the banquet reception hall on the seventh floor, Lu Chaoqing’s once quiet ears began to echo with countless unfamiliar noises.

Banquets for wealthy tycoons aren’t overly noisy, but the combined sounds from many tables are enough to strain the ears. Lu Chaoqing had quickly changed into a more formal but lighter evening gown before getting into the car. Her attire wasn’t particularly outstanding in the crowd, and she followed obediently behind her manager.

The manager of this group was an industry veteran, naturally adept at handling such occasions. Sensing the first gaze of curiosity mixed with an unclear intent falling upon her artists, she was quick to step in front, and then walked away with a smile towards another direction.

Chen Li and Jiang Qishuang followed her gracefully, Yao Xichen was looking around with curiosity, and among the few, only Ji You was the most timid, sticking close to Lu Chaoqing.

Although she was the group’s rapper, her demeanor on and off stage was starkly different. This difference was not like Lu Chaoqing’s adorable contrast of having a versatile stage presence but being cute off-stage. Instead, it was as if all of Ji You’s passion, courage, and confidence were consumed on stage, instantly vanishing when she stepped off.

Most rappers Lu Chaoqing knew were cool and aloof, but Ji You wouldn’t even speak up much when Yao Xichen sometimes openly or subtly provoked her. At this moment, the petite girl was following timidly behind her, her eyes fixed on the ground, a striking mismatch with the bustling, glamorous banquet hall—the moment a soft touch came to her wrist, Ji You looked up like a startled fawn and met Lu Chaoqing’s caring gaze.

“Don’t be afraid, Youyou, I’m here,” she squeezed Ji You’s wrist again, mouthing the words.

Ji You visibly relaxed a bit, quietly wiping off the cold sweat that had appeared with a tissue. Lu Chaoqing was about to comfort her further, but her gaze caught a familiar figure among the clinking glasses not far away.

The refined young man was standing sideways in the crowd. Although he was shielded by several other men, Lu Chaoqing could spot Jiang Yang even if he were reduced to a pile of ashes, and she immediately realized he was flirting with a girl.

She wondered why the original host had been so dedicated to a person like him.

The manager gradually closed the distance to that area. Jiang Yang seemed to be in the middle of an exciting story, but when the corner of his eye caught Lu Chaoqing, a sudden panic flashed. The girl, in a little evening gown and high heels, was leisurely walking toward him holding a wine glass. Their eyes had already met, and Jiang Yang couldn’t avoid her even if he wanted to.

It would be too obvious if he turned and walked away now, but Lu Chaoqing’s appearance completely disrupted his plan. Just when he was about to lure the woman into bed, she unexpectedly showed up, and with such sharp eyes, she directly cut in. Jiang Yang was furious.

Just as Jiang Yang quickly came up with an excuse and temporarily distanced himself from the woman, he saw Lu Chaoqing bypass him, walk to the front, gently tug on the sleeve of the beautiful woman, and say something with a smile. The woman’s expression subtly changed, and the look she gave him was now tinged with contempt.

There was no anger, no argument, but the cooked duck flew away before it reached his mouth. Yet, the instigator looked up and smiled at him sweetly and innocently, “I’ve sent her away for now. Jiang Yang gege shouldn’t blame me, right?”

Jiang Yang waved his hand, lowered his head, and gave a slight smile. A flicker of malice, which Lu Chaoqing failed to notice, crossed his eyes.