Chapter 1523 - 1512: Avenging My Sister

Chapter 1523: Chapter 1512: Avenging My Sister

Backstage scheming Li Zhihua and Li Si Yue didn’t realize that the contestant introduced next by the host would be even more surprising for them.

"Our final contestant is a second person personally recommended by Jian Lifan. This contestant is not well-known, and unfortunately, she has already passed away. However, even though she’s gone, her talent impressed our program team, so we made an exception to allow her to directly enter the finals."

Following the host’s introduction, Wang Chengyang felt a bad premonition, and as expected, the screen showed the person who terrified him.

"Let’s learn about contestant Zhan Yao from A University’s entry." The voice from the TV clearly echoed in everyone’s ears, and every A University student watching was deeply shocked — another person from their school?

The freshmen might not know who Zhan Yao is, but other teachers and students were deeply secretive about her. Looking at her photo on TV, they seemed to be transported back to that year.

At this moment, some teachers panicked, especially Zhan Yao’s advisor and the director who handled the time of her death, because at the time, they had taken money. Although they didn’t understand the real details, they knew there was hidden information and they concealed it.

Why is there still talk of Zhan Yao after nearly two years? How did Jian Lifan get Zhan Yao’s work? Didn’t they destroy them all? Even her own biological father didn’t pursue it, so who is still investigating?

No one knows why Jian Lifan wanted Zhan Yao’s work to be part of this competition, but Zhan Yao’s work on the screen was indeed outstanding.

As more people paid attention, Director somehow knew about the plagiarism allegations against Zhan Yao and Ye Qiu by another contestant Li Zhihua. Being perceptive, Director had some guesses about the situation and, for ratings, personally hired a Water Army to promote the post and raise a question: Why were both accused of plagiarizing Li Zhihua? Is there hidden information? With Jian Lifan personally navigating today, should the truth be revealed to everyone?

With the Water Army involved, this matter got increasingly popular, and online discussions grew louder. Indeed, why were the two people accused of plagiarizing Li Zhihua? Without hidden information, could the famous Jian Lifan ever have vouched for them if there was no merit?

But at the same time, some die-hard fans of Li Zhihua were frantically attacking and rebutting, with two reasons: first, Zhan Yao’s death wasn’t pursued by her family, so what more is there to say? Second, Ye Qiu’s plagiarism is a fact with evidence, personally investigated by the leaders of A University, could they be wrong too?

The two factions argued incessantly, but ultimately, the program’s director’s intentions were fulfilled with rising topic interest and viewership.

After introducing all contestants, it moved onto the highlight of the program: the presentation of entries. By this point, Li Zhihua had adjusted her mindset, thinking no matter who supports Ye Qiu, the evidence is irrefutable, even with Jian Lifan shielding them. Just the force of public opinion was enough to drown Ye Qiu.

Jian Lifan has never looked favorably upon me anyway, without giving a clear response, then why should I keep seeking his favor?

As Ye Qiu and Zhan Yao were directly recommended by Jian Lifan, for the program’s appeal, Director placed them last, with Li Zhihua right before them.

"Cousin, you were clearly the first in the semifinals, this Director is truly hateful." After learning Li Zhihua was going to appear third to last, Li Si Yue was indignant, lamenting their Li family couldn’t make any impact here despite their large and established presence.

"But it’s alright, after your work is showcased, Ye Qiu’s and Zhan Yao’s will only serve as a foil and joke, letting the audience know who truly deserves the title."

"Alright, you just stay quiet backstage and don’t cause me any trouble," Li Zhihua said with a frown, then rushed to check on her models’ preparations. This time, there couldn’t be any mishaps; she needed to stun the whole venue and let Jian Lifan know what a great loss it would be to miss her!

Everyone held their breath in anticipation; this competition was indeed the most prestigious fashion design contest in the country. Each finalist was of considerable talent, even Jian Lifan frequently nodded in approval, giving particularly high scores to two entries.

Seeing his actions, those who doubted he’d be biased towards Ye Qiu and Zhan Yao were momentarily relieved; it seemed a master is a master, even with personally recommended contestants, he wouldn’t deliberately give others low scores. The beautiful models and stunning designs temporarily made people forget the plagiarism incident, except Wang Chengyang.

Ever since Zhan Yao’s photo and work appeared on the screen, Wang Chengyang was restless, even considering escape, yet couldn’t resist wanting to know the latest developments and how to cope.

After the preceding contestants’ showcases, it quickly reached Li Zhihua’s turn. With a smile on her face, she watched her models strut out in the best possible state, hearing the gasps from the audience, she finally regained her confidence.

"This collection of garments is truly unique!"

"So beautiful!"

"Is that peacock embroidery on the dress? Does the introduction mention real gemstones? I bet all the actresses will be clamoring to wear them!"

"Initially thought the earlier three were already plenty beautiful, but these final two are even more breathtaking. I think I’d have to sell my house to afford them."

"Truly worthy of a talented woman."

Li Si Yue stealthily snuck out from backstage, hearing the audience’s amazement and praise made her arrogantly proud. This was her cousin’s work, destined to become a fashion master. Surely her cousin’s designs were stunning? Once she held standing in the fashion world, would Jian Lifan regret it? Did he really think he was worldly undefeated?

After the showcase, there were no on-the-spot interviews. There was a lounge area where the showcased designers and models would sit and await all entries to be presented before any evaluations.

This aspect was harsh since everyone’s design quality would become apparent. Surprisingly, Jian Lifan gave the highest score from start to present; evidently, he truly loved this series of works, then why did he have no good feelings towards the designer?

Li Zhihua couldn’t understand, but Jian Lifan not giving her a low score temporarily allowed her to breathe a sigh of relief, then she held her breath waiting for Ye Qiu’s design to be displayed.

Previously obsessing over anger and wanting Ye Qiu to withdraw from the competition, she had entirely ignored Ye Qiu’s entry, but considering Ye Qiu’s designs were previously with her, in such a short time, could she deliver something better? Li Zhihua didn’t believe it.