HIDDEN MARRIAGE

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"Ugh…" Lisa was speechless. He came all the way here just to tell her something mysterious...

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Chapter 725: Finally Meet Again

The night after, at Imperial Knight Hotel.

One of the world's top luxury brands, Noble, was about to start their product launch and would be announcing their official presence in China's market.

Among those attending the event was the new mysterious female protagonist in their adverts, the current top perfumer in the industry, Glynn Krista, and the director who had directed "Red and Black" and "Wind", Noble’s art director, Cook Brian. Local famous perfumer, Bai Qiangwei as well as hot celebrities from the entertainment industry, Lee Ji Eun and Song Lin were also seen posing for the cameras. Many big shots were out and about that night for Noble.

Lee Ji Eun matched the theme of the day and wore a dress with a Garden of Eden sort of vibe. It had flowery patterns all over it, making her look mysterious and elegant.

"Sis IU, you look really beautiful today!"

"Nonsense, IU is beautiful everyday!"

"It’s all thanks to Sis IU that we get to be here today!"

A few artistes were fawning all over IU.

"You’re welcome. We’re all colleagues," Lee Ji Eun replied graciously.

As they were chatting, someone asked, "Oh, do you guys know who’s the ambassador for Noble’s new product? They’ve been really secretive about it. No one in the industry knows who it is. How mysterious!"

"What’s so secretive about it? Isn’t it Li Yueling?" Liang Biqin acted as if she knew all about it already.

"Li Yueling? Why is it someone from Starlight? Didn’t anyone from Glory World audition? Sis IU is bound by some other contract, so why didn’t you try it out, Biqin?"

Liang Biqin only managed an awkward, forced smile. She had gone for the audition but was rejected in the initial round.

The person realized that she had said something wrong, so she followed up, "Ah, you must have been busy with your movie at that time. It’s unfortunate that you had no time!"

Liang Biqin’s expression softened. "Mmm, I was too busy at the time, so I didn’t enter the auditions." Secretly, she was relieved that Noble’s audition process was classified, so no one knew if she had even entered it or not…

As they were talking to each other, they saw two familiar people enter.

"Isn’t that Lisa and Ling Zhizhi? Why are they here?"

"That’s obvious! Ling Zhizhi couldn’t stand Lisa having such bad taste, so she brought her here to teach her what’s classy!"

"Ah! It’s Director Cook!" Their attention shifted to Noble’s art director, Cook, who had suddenly appeared.

"He’s looking in our direction! He’s coming over!"

Liang Biqin was excited as well but she acted calmly. "Stop making a fuss out of it. My cousin is on good terms with Director Cook!"

Lee Ji Eun stood up and greeted him, "It’s been some time, Mr. Cook."

Cook shook her hands, smiling. "We meet again, Ms. Lee! Thank you for you and your friends’ support!"

"You’re welcome!"

The artistes around her looked envious seeing how close Lee Ji Eun was with Director Cook. Liang Biqin was feeling proud of her cousin.

"I’m a little busy today, we’ll talk again soon."

Cook looked around anxiously and after a few exchanges of pleasantries, he excused himself from Lee Ji Eun…

"Hey! My dear Lisa! We finally meet again!"

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Chapter 726: My Dear, Are You In Love?

Cook was polite and reserved when talking to Lee Ji Eun, but his attitude changed when he saw Lisa. Almost immediately, his tone turned passionate and he gave her a big hug the moment he saw her.

Lisa had stayed in America for four years, so she was used to their way of greeting people. Returning his hug, she exclaimed, "Long time no see!"

"Oh, my dear, why…" Cook suddenly gaped at her in surprise.

Lisa blinked at him. "What is it?"

"My dear, you look more beautiful than before!" Cook enthused.

Lisa laughed. "Dear Director, aren’t you good at giving girls compliments?"

Cook looked at her genuinely. "Oh, no, no, you really look more beautiful now. Wait, specifically, you’ve got more charisma. Tell me, are you in love?"

Lisa was floored. What was happening? Did this guy have some special eyes?

"Director Cook, you’re really good with jokes!" Lisa carefully glanced at Ling Zhizhi, casually making up an excuse.

Cook did not press further on her love life and Ling Zhizhi did not notice anything as well.

"Then, I’ll see you later, sweetie. I've got a strong hunch that everyone will be surprised by you!"

"See you later, thank you!"

…

Lee Ji Eun and Liang Biqin could not hear what their conversation was about, but Cook and Lisa’s intimacy was apparent.

Lee Ji Eun’s expression darkened.

Liang Biqin was upset as well. "Why is that woman so close to Director Cook?"

"Seems like they're a little too close!" suggested one of the female artistes.

Liang Biqin sneered, "I was wondering how she got invited. Ling Zhizhi could not have possibly gotten her an invitation card...this witch, she’s getting better and better with men!"

Lee Ji Eun glared at her annoyedly. "Stop talking nonsense. Don’t forget what I told you."

Her cousin was too impulsive and was unable to control her emotions well. Everyone in the industry knew that she was Lee Ji Eun’s cousin, so whatever she said might indirectly affect Lee Ji Eun’s reputation.

"I’m sorry, I just couldn’t stand her irritating vibes!" Liang Biqin mumbled.

"Sis IU, you’re just too nice. I wouldn’t be able to stand always getting compared to her…"

"Exactly!"

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Moments later, the conference started.

Noble’s founder gave a brief introduction to the core idea of their latest product and their future marketing plans. Then, with Lee Ji Eun taking the lead, the big shots from the entertainment industry started voicing out their opinions.

In response to an interview, Lee Ji Eun expressed, "I’ve always liked Noble’s products. I’m impressed by their creativity and I’m really honored to be invited to this conference…"

"IU, I heard Director Cook wanted you to be the ambassador initially, but unfortunately, you’re unable to comply due to your contract with Chanel. Is that true?" asked a journalist.

Lee Ji Eun smiled. "That’s unfortunate indeed."

The journalist pointed his mic at Director Cook and asked, "Director Cook must’ve felt disappointed as well!"

Cook replied immediately, "Not at all, it’s my luck! This could be described as a blessing disguised as a misfortune! I’m really satisfied with my ambassador this time around. She’s amazing!"