Reborn As Super Heiress

Chapter 1093: Chapter 1089: Trump Card

Han Wen’s face instantly froze at Chen Yu’s words. Over the past few years, her status and prestige had risen significantly, and no one had ever dared to speak to her so rudely. For Chen Yu to criticize her so openly in front of Liu Chunying was humiliating for Han Wen, making her feel as if she couldn’t back down.

However, she had just tested the waters with Chen Yu, speaking in a derogatory manner about Huo Sining, clearly looking down on her. In Han Wen’s opinion, if this Huo Sining were truly a well-bred daughter of some prestigious family, she wouldn’t have chosen a path in the entertainment industry. Magician might sound fancy, but it’s not much different from being an actor—performing at commercial gigs for clients and playing the clown isn’t exactly a respectable living.

”I know what you’re thinking. You see my sister-in-law as just a girl with no background, not even worth a single finger of your cousin, right?”

Chen Yu’s eyes turned cold. She could tell from Han Wen’s expression that she hadn’t listened at all. Unwilling to waste more time, Chen Yu decided to lay it all out for Han Wen.

Han Wen didn’t think she’d said anything wrong, but what Chen Yu said next left her completely dumbfounded, her eyes full of shock and disbelief.

”Let’s not even talk about anything else. Even if Huo Sining specialized in magic performances, our family would never look down on her because of that. The Gu Family protects its own—now that she’s about to become one of us, no one else has the right to belittle her. As the eldest daughter-in-law of the Gu Family, it’s my responsibility to uphold her dignity!”

”Huo Sining isn’t professionally trained in magic, nor has she ever intended to make a living from it. She holds shares in research projects, owns her own jadeite company and antique store, and can appraise treasures herself. She doesn’t need to rely on this for a living.”

”To put it bluntly, with her current wealth, even if you and I worked hard for several lifetimes, we might never acquire even close to what she has. Let alone anything else—just half a year ago, she gambled on gemstones with Gambling King Liu Chongren and won ten billion overnight, all with her own skills, without relying on anyone else. Just this alone is beyond anything you or I could ever match. I’m not exaggerating. If you don’t believe it, you can check for yourself!”

Han Wen was already bewildered, and even Liu Chunying beside her was dumbfounded. Neither had expected that an ordinary student could possess such skills, independently amassing a fortune of over ten billion. It was simply monstrous.

Previously, Han Wen looked down on Chen Yu’s sister-in-law and thought that if possible, she might try to persuade her cousin to visit the Gu Family, hoping that such a comparison might change their views and fulfill her cousin’s wishes. After hearing Chen Yu’s words, she realized how completely wrong she was, making her wish she could dig a hole and hide in it.

Chen Yu also intended to use this incident to remind Han Wen. Her dear friend had experienced smooth sailing in her career these past few years, leading to an overconfidence and increasingly restless mindset, causing issues in her interactions with others. If she continued this way, it was only a matter of time before she stumbled against a brick wall.

”I recommended my sister-in-law to you because I genuinely consider you a friend. I’m not intentionally trying to pressure you with her wealth—money is just a means to an end and certainly not the key aspect the Gu Family values her for.”

Chen Yu’s expression softened considerably, pointing to a roster on the paper, ”Weren’t you saying a few days ago that you wanted to invite Chief Lu and his family to the Spring Festival Gala live show? From what I see on your list, aside from Chief Lu, there are several others you haven’t secured yet, right?”

Han Wen nodded, ”Yes, Chief Lu only said they’ll consider it and haven’t given a reply. Elder Qin Lianshan and Director Huang from the Forbidden City directly declined the invitation, saying they were unavailable. Zhou Shitao, Master Zhou, I haven’t had the chance to ask yet, but I’m guessing it won’t go well. This Master Zhou has a peculiar temper and isn’t easy to communicate with.”

Upon hearing this, Chen Yu couldn’t help but smile oddly, ”You have a powerful card in hand but don’t know how to use it. If you really want to solve these problems, having one trump card is enough!”

Han Wen was puzzled, ”What trump card?”

”The very Huo Sining I recommended to you!” Chen Yu smirked mischievously.

”What do you mean?” Han Wen was utterly at a loss, scratching her head.

Chen Yu chuckled and shook her head, ”Don’t ask me why. Just schedule Huo Sining’s magic performance, find a way to persuade her to get on stage, and then call the people you’re trying to reach. Don’t say anything else, just mention that Huo Sining will be performing magic. I guarantee, those old men will agree to your director team’s invitation without a second thought. Even the few in my family will be eager to come asking for tickets, without any bureaucratic airs or attitude!”

Han Wen grew more confused, but since Chen Yu was unwilling to explain the reason, she was left in a fog of uncertainty, partially believing and partially doubting.

Seeing Han Wen’s skeptical look, Chen Yu laughed and said, ”If you don’t believe it, you can try making a call first. Start with that hardest one, Master Zhou. Follow my advice and see how he reacts.”

Han Wen thought about it, realizing that trying wouldn’t cost her anything. She picked up the phone beside her and dialed according to the number on the list.

The phone rang three times before it was answered by a somewhat hoarse old male voice, ”Hello?”

”Is this Master Zhou, Zhou Shitao?”

Han Wen was a bit nervous because, in past years, she had contacted this Master Zhou to invite him to watch the Spring Festival Gala live. Each time, he had refused her bluntly and rudely.

Sure enough, Zhou Shitao’s tone on the other end carried a hint of annoyance, ”You call me and ask if I’m Zhou Shitao—isn’t that a waste of words? Who are you, and what’s the matter? Say it quickly, I’ve got no time to waste, I’m busy!”

Han Wen’s face stiffened. She hesitated for half a minute before speaking, ”Master Zhou, I’m Han Wen from the Spring Festival Gala director team. It’s like this, this year we’ve reserved a best seat for you. We sincerely invite you to join us at the Spring Festival Gala live. You—”

Before Han Wen could finish, Zhou Shitao had already cut her off, ”Why would I leave my own home for the Spring Festival Gala and run to your TV station? Do you think I’m out of my mind? No, find someone else!”

As he was about to hang up, Han Wen panicked at the situation, suddenly recalling Chen Yu’s suggestion. Her mind raced, and without thinking she blurted out, ”Wait, don’t hang up. This year’s Spring Festival Gala also invited Miss Huo Sining to perform. If you come to our live show, you’ll have the chance to see Miss Huo’s magic performance up close!”