Female Partner Became Popular in a Love Show - Chapter 112

At 65 years old, Lucia watched as Ruan Qiu sat down and the makeup artist began enhancing her beauty. Suddenly inspired, she walked to the shelf, climbed a low stool, and reached for body paint but forgot her old bones couldn’t handle such movement. Pain shot through her waist, and she began to fall backward.

The makeup artist, brushing Ruan Qiu’s hair, heard the commotion, looked up, and saw Lucia falling, screaming in fear.

Ruan Qiu, who had been sitting, suddenly dashed out. The makeup artist only saw a red blur, barely blinking before Ruan Qiu, in her cheongsam, was halfway there.

But it was too late. The makeup artist reached out, thinking Ruan Qiu wouldn’t make it. Lucia was already close to the ground.

Although the fall wasn’t from a great height, Lucia’s age meant she couldn’t withstand such an impact. A head injury would be devastating…

The makeup artist didn’t dare think further, but the next moment, something even more shocking happened.

Ruan Qiu kicked a nearby soft swivel chair, sending it flying.

The chair spun in mid-air and landed precisely under Lucia, catching her fall.

Sitting in the soft chair, Lucia was still in shock. She touched the chair, amazed, and was about to speak when Ruan Qiu appeared before her, catching two falling cans of body paint, one in each hand.

Before Lucia could marvel at Ruan Qiu’s skill, another can of paint fell behind her.

Hearing the sound, Ruan Qiu kicked her right leg back without turning, sending the falling paint high into the air. She raised her right hand, catching it perfectly atop the other can in her hand.

Both Lucia and the makeup artist stood with their mouths agape.

Ruan Qiu placed the paint cans back on the shelf, pushing the edges inward to prevent further falls. Finished, she turned to the stunned Lucia, asking, “Are you okay?”

“I’m fine, thank you for saving me.” Lucia finally came to her senses. She stood, ignoring the slight pain in her waist, and grasped Ruan Qiu’s hands, excitedly asking, “What was that just now? Kung Fu?”

Foreigners seemed to have a special fascination with “Kung Fu”. Ruan Qiu thought for a moment and replied, “Not really…”

In the Infinite World, she had a teammate who knew real Kung Fu, even binding with a chivalrous long sword. Ruan Qiu had learned some sword techniques from this teammate, but what she just did wasn’t Kung Fu, just simple object handling.

But Lucia’s eyes were already shining.

“Qiu,” Lucia said seriously, “I request you be my model.”

Ruan Qiu: ?

“Aren’t I already your model?” Ruan Qiu asked, confused.

“No.” Lucia said earnestly, “I have a masterpiece I’ve been seeking the perfect model for, and now, I’ve found her. Qiu, I’m sure you’ll love it when you see it. It’s perfect for you!”

How lucky she was to find the perfect model before the end of her life, fulfilling her dream.

The show was set to start at 7 p.m.

Generally, once models were dressed, they weren’t allowed to eat before the show began to avoid a bulging stomach that would look unattractive in the outfits. They typically only ate a bit of chocolate. However, after seeing Lucia’s masterpiece and agreeing to her request, Ruan Qiu had demonstrated several “Kung Fu” moves for Lucia, leaving her low on energy and in need of food.

While Lucia made final adjustments to the outfit, Ruan Qiu left the makeup room, greeting other models on her way, politely declining their enthusiastic cheek kisses, and inquiring about the location of the snack bar.

She thought for a moment and sent a message to Xue Wu, asking if he needed any food.

Xue Wu, also done with his makeup, picked up his phone and informed his makeup artist before heading to the location Ruan Qiu mentioned.

Ruan Qiu stood in front of the snack bar, pondering for a moment before selecting a sandwich and a small bottle of chocolate milk. After paying and retrieving her food, she was about to take a bite when she heard someone call her name, “Ruan Qiu?”

Turning around, she saw Bai Jinyao in a high-end outfit.

As K’s brand ambassador, Bai Jinyao was also invited to the show, but unlike Ruan Qiu, she was there to watch, not walk the runway.

At first, Bai Jinyao didn’t recognize Ruan Qiu because she looked stunning. Watching Ruan Qiu crouch to get snacks, her rounded hips made Bai Jinyao want to touch them, and her hair, styled into a cloud-like bun with a simple brown wooden hairpin, exuded a subtle sensuality.

If she weren’t a girl, she probably wouldn’t be able to resist.

No, even now, she was struggling…

Bai Jinyao subconsciously raised a hand to her nose, then awkwardly put it down, sincerely saying, “You look amazing today. That outfit suits you. I’m looking forward to your performance on the runway.”

“Thank you,” Ruan Qiu smiled.

Bai Jinyao was momentarily dazzled by Ruan Qiu’s smile. Her eyelashes and the red at the end of her brows, fluttering with each blink, were incredibly captivating. Stammering slightly, Bai Jinyao said, “I… I have cut ties with Cheng Tianya.”

“I really didn’t know she was like that before,” Bai Jinyao pursed her lips. “She helped me a lot when I was at my lowest and has helped many others. Everyone thought highly of her, but she… Anyway, I won’t associate with her anymore.”

Bai Jinyao could sense Ruan Qiu’s attitude towards her. Initially wanting to say, “Can we be friends?” But she swallowed the words upon meeting Ruan Qiu’s gaze. She realized she had no right to ask anything of Ruan Qiu, and it was already a good outcome that Ruan Qiu didn’t dislike her.

So, Bai Jinyao lowered her head, muttered a quick, “I wish you great success on the runway,” and turned away without looking back at Ruan Qiu’s reaction.

Ruan Qiu couldn’t understand why Bai Jinyao seemed so awkward around her. From her tone and logic, Bai Jinyao seemed to want to be friends. Bai Jinyao was a popular female lead; why would she care about a mere supporting character like her?

…Could she be trying to win her over?

Ruan Qiu thought for a few seconds, deciding to stay put, took a bite of her sandwich, and waved at the approaching Xue Wu.

Seeing Ruan Qiu, Xue Wu slowed his pace, wanting to take in the sight of her for as long as possible.

He controlled his gaze, trying not to focus on her slim waist and other suggestive areas, fixing his eyes on her ethereal yet captivating face, and smiled, “You look beautiful.”

A beauty that no one could resist.

Ruan Qiu smiled back, “You look very handsome too.”