The Outcast Heiress's Secret Identities-Chapter 974 - 944: Buyout

As the lights dimmed, everyone’s eyes turned to the stage.

Compared to the admiring gazes for other brands, many were watching Queen’s show with a sense of anticipation for drama.

So when the lights came back on, many eyes held deep and meaningful irony.

And when Queen’s opening model took the stage, the irony in everyone’s eyes turned into shock.

"Is that... Xi Jian?"

"Queen’s opening model is actually Xi Jian?"

Xi Jian, the first East Asian model to grace Paris Fashion Week, and the only Asian model to be listed in the Forbes supermodel ranking for years.

Dubbed by the New York Times as "Hua Country’s first true supermodel," in her second year after debut, she walked in 78 shows during international fashion weeks, 154 shows for the year, plus 9 haute couture shows, setting a record for the most show appearances by an Asian model.

At her peak, her runway appearance fee reached as high as 1.8 million RMB, ranking third on the most authoritative global model list.

She has been retired from the industry for years, yet Queen managed to invite her for the opening.

While everyone was still stunned, the second model came on stage.

Daisy, who won the Hua Country championship and the global runner-up at the Elite Elite Model Competition upon debut, while Josie Martin only took fourth place at that time.

Voted "Best Red Carpet" for three consecutive years, her outfit from Lagerielle in pea pink was the first Asian model to be replicated by the world’s first adult-sized doll, Bella.

The third model, He Yingfei, is a rising supermodel from Hua Country, ranking second in Asia and first domestically for the number of top brand shows participated.

Louis George almost invites her to every show, and she graced the cover of Country Y’s Vogue last year, becoming the first Hua Country model to do so.

It has always been difficult for Hua Country models to walk on international runways and gain recognition, often depending on the selection by international Western major brands.

But it’s precisely due to the fearless efforts of these models that Hua Country’s voice in fashion keeps rising.

Not only were the people on-site surprised by Queen’s lineup, the live comments were even more astonishing.

[Who did I see? Xi Jian? Daisy? He Yingfei? These are the three most authoritative Asian models!]

[Ahhh, who said there’s no model willing to walk for Queen? Which of these three on stage isn’t a true international supermodel?]

[During Xi Jian’s peak, many foreign supermodels had to avoid her, yet she has been retired for many years. Queen actually persuaded her to make a comeback, Queen is awesome!]

[And Daisy, she beat Josie Martin and won the global runner-up of the Elite Elite Model Competition!]

[Queen invited all of them, who on earth is the person in charge of Queen?]

[I have to thank those models who refused to take the stage earlier. If they hadn’t looked down on Queen, how would we see Xi Jian return to the scene?]

[The domineering walk of Xi Jian and the others, coupled with Queen’s unique design, how could it not be a visual feast?]

The crowd marveled at Queen’s bold move; the fact that Queen’s runway models went on strike just the day before the rehearsal was well-known.

While the outside world was convinced they couldn’t find models to take the stage, Queen delivered a slap to all the spectators waiting for drama.

Behind, Chu Xiyao’s face darkened the moment she saw Xi Jian appear.

Being called by the New York Times as "Hua Country’s first truly international supermodel," Xi Jian’s international status is unquestionable.

With this first supermodel present, it only makes Josie Martin’s status as an international supermodel seem inflated.

Chu Xiyao’s eyes turned cold and gloomy; CE’s Angel Spring/Summer fashion show once wanted to invite Xi Jian to open and close, but she refused due to scheduling conflicts.

Yet she is willing to take the stage for Queen even after retiring.

A brand without any background or value, what right does it have to invite them?

She was indignant!

On the other side.

"So beautiful..."

Though many were amazed at Queen’s model lineup, many also focused on the designs on the models.

Like Princess Avril, who stood there staring at the runway, slightly dazed.

Princess Avril and Gierkarin were initially there for Su Ran.

So when they heard the host introduce Nan Shuyun as the designer of the advanced ready-to-wear and ready-to-wear dresses, they felt a bit disappointed.

Originally, they didn’t have high hopes, but the moment the models appeared, their gaze was immediately drawn.

Xi Jian wore a long tassel dress, with a slim fishtail silhouette that highlighted the female curves, the neckline in a traditional Chinese stand-up collar design, chest adorned with golden beads and sequins.

The dress was dotted with golden tassels, adding a dynamic beauty as she walked.

The drape slipping to the side of her shoulder created an air of elegance, embroidered with Su embroidery in light purple floral and vine patterns, presenting a beautiful blend of Eastern and Western styles.

Daisy wore a silvery tassel dress combining Hua Country’s traditional tassels and Western gown cutting, silver thread tassels enhancing the light and shadow layering, the hem and waist forming a cascading wave effect.

Cloud pattern floral embellishments extended from the chest to the waist, sequined crystal trimming adorned the waist, the sheen of satin fabric gave it an eastern flowing elegance with the structure of a Western gown, luxurious yet refined.

He Yingfei wore a gradient tassel dress with straps, in blue, green, and white tones, forming a natural gradient, delicate straps paired with off-shoulder cut, accentuating the elegant shoulder and neck lines.

The hem grazed the floor, tassels swaying with her steps, shimmering in the light, and even in static display, filled with dynamic tension.

Chu Ling wore a sequin tassel dress, with a lightweight transparent gauzy material combined with three-dimensional embroidery, crystal sequin embroidery reflecting brilliant glimmer under the lights, the lower part featured multi-layered ruffles and feathered decorations.

Ruffle design made the skirt move gracefully, tassels gently swaying with movements, creating a visually layered effect, the cinched design precisely outlined figure curves, balancing elegance and sensuality well.

"This...? Is it really just ready-to-wear dresses? And not haute couture? So beautiful..."

"I originally didn’t have much expectation, I really shouldn’t doubt Ran’s taste."

"Emily..."

Princess Avril and Emily exchanged glances and nodded firmly at each other.

Princess Avril took out her phone from her bag and quickly edited a message––

[Contact Qianran International to acquire the designer Nan Shuyun’s first series designs!]

The display on stage continued, each series and design were exquisite to the point of dazzling, leaving people amazed.

Nan Shuyun’s designs blended vintage glamour with modern sophistication, fusing Eastern and Western elements seamlessly.

Initially focused on models, the unique styles on stage captured all attention.

Even those who didn’t initially favor Queen were bright-eyed, with fashion insiders full of praise and admiration.

"Innovative, bold, original, Queen’s designer continued Queen’s style with their own unique design, creating a distinctive style of their own."