novelraw Chapter 390: Is Su Yu Tang Song’s Girlfriend?
Chapter 390: Is Su Yu Tang Song’s Girlfriend?
Due to Qin Yingxue’s relatively lower profile compared to Mo Xiangwan, and her minimal connection with the entertainment industry, the banquet quickly returned to normal after a brief moment of confusion.
Waiters carrying trays of exquisite food and fine wine, weaving through the guests.
The air was filled with soothing piano music, and the large screen displayed videos showcasing investment projects and management teams.
Yet Liu Qingning sat there in a daze, as if she had gone deaf—unable to hear anything at all.
Her mind kept replaying Tang Song’s words from before.
【"Qingning Technology suits you perfectly. Plus, it’s in the same industry as you. Don’t you think it’s fate? Have you ever thought about working there?"】
【"No problem! Since the company is named ‘Qingning Technology,’ it should belong to you."】
Artificial intelligence, Qingning Technology, Qingning Tower…
One term after another drifted through her mind.
The events of tonight had shaken her too deeply—she couldn’t process it all at once.After a long while, she finally opened her mouth, her voice dry.
"Senior Qin… you’re joking, right?"
Ever since Qingning Technology became well-known in the tech industry, her colleagues and friends had often teased her about the name.
Even after moving to Shenzhen, it still happened from time to time.
If it weren’t Qin Yingxue herself saying this, she would have laughed it off immediately.
"Of course not."
Qin Yingxue chuckled and shook her head, lowering her voice.
"This name was chosen by President Tang. It was decided back in 2018, at the very start of the project. Why do you think he picked this name? Do you think it’s because he likes eating limes?"
Liu Qingning’s lips trembled, and she muttered to herself, "He named it? He… named it? In 2018?"
Qin Yingxue gently took her hand, her gaze bright and unwavering.
"President Tang is one of Qingning Technology’s shareholders and co-founders. When you graduated, the company officially launched in Shenzhen.
Over the years, we’ve recruited many of our university alumni—this was all to pave the way for you.
You don’t need me to explain AI’s future to you, and you already understand Qingning Technology’s potential.
And in those three years you were in Beijing, everything he did, the time and effort he put in—it’s far beyond what you can imagine."
"I…"
Liu Qingning pressed her lips together, her mind completely overwhelmed.
In 2018, that was the year she first truly immersed herself in the field of artificial intelligence.
She had been deeply fascinated, and soon after, she started working with Professor Wang Chang on competition projects.
At that time, her WeChat conversations with Tang Song were mostly about AI, large models, and NLP.
She even encouraged him to learn about it, telling him that the future was bright.
From that moment on, her life became consumed by work, and her time with Tang Song became less and less.
But she never imagined…
She never imagined…
That Tang Song had always taken her words to heart.
That simple phrase, "See you at the top," was meant to be a motivation for him, but also a promise to herself.
And while she was working tirelessly, he had never stopped either—
He had even worked harder than she did.
And he had actually achieved what she had once envisioned.
Tears welled up in her eyes.
"Ding—"
The crisp clink of glasses rang out.
Qin Yingxue tapped her glass against Liu Qingning’s, then downed her champagne in one smooth motion.
She then gestured to a passing waiter, grabbing two more glasses and placing them on the table.
Her gaze remained fixed on Liu Qingning, silent and patient.
She knew—her mission was already accomplished.
Mo Xiangwan probably thought she was here to stir trouble or make Su Yu look bad.
But Director Jin wouldn’t waste time on something so trivial.
Director Jin’s only goal was simple—
To make Liu Qingning abandon the idea of having Tang Song all to herself.
Some things are better realized on one’s own than being told directly.
Tonight, by taking advantage of Tang Song revealing the truth… by using the impact of Mo Xiangwan’s presence… by having herself be the one to tell Liu Qingning about Qingning Technology—
The best possible outcome was achieved.
Women are emotional beings—even someone as powerful as Director Jin was no exception.
And Liu Qingning was certainly no different.
"Qingning," Qin Yingxue said gently. "President Tang is not currently working at Qingning Technology, but this company is extremely important to him. You wouldn’t refuse my invitation, would you?"
Liu Qingning looked up at Senior Qin, remained silent for a moment, then said softly, "I accept."
"Great! From now on, we’re partners and colleagues. Let’s work hard for a bright future—cheers!"
Qin Yingxue raised her glass and winked playfully.
"Thank you, Senior Qin."
As the cold liquid slid down her throat, Liu Qingning’s complex emotions were reflected in her expression.
Qin Yingxue’s radiant smile widened—her mission was perfectly completed.
Agreeing to join Qingning Technology meant she had already let go of certain things in her heart.
From here on out, everything else would fall into place naturally.
Director Jin’s biggest concern had now been addressed.
Compared to this situation, Tian Jing—who was currently in training at Smile Holdings’ Beijing headquarters—was far less complicated.
That girl was strange.
She didn’t seem to care about marriage, wealth, or career at all.
She loved to have fun, enjoyed thrill-seeking, yet her social circle was incredibly clean.
She even had a subtle shrewdness about her.
That part, in particular, was what Director Jin admired most.
There were even discussions about bringing Tian Jing in to work directly under her.
After finishing her drink, Qin Yingxue glanced at the time.
She pulled out a business card from her purse and handed it to Liu Qingning.
"I need to prepare for my next speaking session. Take this weekend to relax and adjust. Come to Qingning Technology next week—I’ll give you a full introduction."
Liu Qingning carefully put the business card away. "Okay. Thank you, Senior Qin."
"Just call me by my name from now on. Bye-bye!"
Qin Yingxue patted her arm, nodded to Li Ziying and Liu Shuang, then turned and headed toward the waiting area.
"Bye-bye!"
"See you, Senior Qin!"
Watching Qin Yingxue’s elegant and confident figure disappear, Liu Shuang and Li Ziying let out deep sighs—then collapsed into their seats.
Swallowing hard, Li Ziying turned to Liu Qingning, her voice trembling with excitement.
"Qingning… are you really joining Qingning Technology? Qingmi AI’s director? Did I hear that correctly?"
Liu Qingning’s voice was filled with mixed emotions. "Mm. If everything goes smoothly, I’ll start next week."
Just as Qin Yingxue had said—
If Qingning Technology was built upon Tang Song’s dedication and efforts, then how could she reject his expectations?
Tang Zong Entertainment, Qingning Technology…
She had already missed out on seven years of Tang Song’s life.
Now, she wanted to learn more—
To understand what had happened to him over these seven years.
Meanwhile, in the grand banquet hall, Tang Song had returned.
His navy-blue tailored suit shimmered subtly under the crystal chandeliers, perfectly outlining his broad shoulders and lean waist.
He strode through the crowd effortlessly, his presence so commanding that he became the sole protagonist of the evening.
At that moment, he was irresistible—
To men, who wanted to befriend his power and wealth.
And to women, who longed for just one meaningful glance from him.
The once bustling and orderly banquet hall suddenly felt more restrained—even the waitstaff moved with extra caution.
Down below the stage, Bei Yuwei's heartbeat quickened like never before.
For the first time, she felt the thrill of love.
Memories of their first meeting, the moment their lips had briefly touched and separated, flashed through her mind, making her blush and her heart race.
Before tonight, her approach to Tang Song was purely calculated—a deliberate attempt to offer herself and secure a connection.
But now…
Now, she had truly fallen for him.
"Qingning, Tang Song is coming this way."
Liu Shuang nudged her friend lightly, her voice trembling slightly.
Lost in thought, Liu Qingning snapped back to reality, turning around just in time to see Tang Song approaching.
Her lips parted slightly, her eyes wide and dazed, unable to look away.
Their gazes met—
And he smiled.
A warm, heart-melting smile.
Liu Qingning’s nose tingles, and a mist of unshed tears gradually blurred her vision.
"Have you been waiting long?"
Tang Song sat beside her, gently taking her hand.
"Xiangwan and I haven’t seen each other in a long time, so we got caught up in conversation."
"Not long."
Tang Song gave her hand a reassuring squeeze before glancing toward the stage, where Qin Yingxue was.
She met his gaze, offering a warm smile before lifting her microphone to continue her investment insights session.
This time, however, her demeanor had shifted—serious, articulate, and composed, almost as if she were reporting to a high-ranking executive.
Free Networking at the Banquet
After the 20-minute presentation, the event transitioned into the free networking portion of the banquet.
Qin Yingxue stepped down from the stage, her confident strides direct and precise.
Stopping in front of Tang Song, she extended a hand.
"Good evening, President Tang."
"Good evening, Yingxue. Your speech was outstanding."
Tang Song shook her hand, his expression calm and observant.
This was the so-called ‘Assistant Qin’?
Cold, beautiful features, about the same age as Wen Ruan, and an impeccable aura.
The last memory he had from his dream world only extended to January 1, 2017.
Back then, he didn’t even remember her name, only that she was one of Director Jin’s assistants.
The same went for Jiang Yourong—vague memories, but nothing clear-cut.
Noticing the way Tang Song addressed her by name, Qin Yingxue’s eyes sparkled with undisguised excitement.
"Thank you for your kind words, President Tang!"
Both Liu Shuang and Li Ziying were shocked.
This usually aloof and composed Senior Qin was suddenly so warm and sweet?
Even her voice sounded different, as if she were an entirely different person.
"Why don’t you sit down and have a drink with us?"
Tang Song gestured for her to join them.
"Then I won’t refuse."
Qin Yingxue sat down carefully, lowering her gaze slightly.
Tang Song lifted his glass, clinking it lightly against hers.
The amber-colored liquid swayed elegantly under the brilliant chandeliers before gliding smoothly down his throat.
Qin Yingxue watched him for a moment, momentarily lost in thought.
The man before her had once made her feel immense pressure.
To think that she was now sitting across from him, drinking and conversing in such a relaxed manner—it felt surreal.
After exchanging a few pleasantries, she composed herself and said, "President Tang, I saw your email to HR earlier. I’ve already spoken with Qingning—she has agreed to join Qingning Technology."
"Oh?"
Tang Song turned to Liu Qingning, his eyes filled with amusement.
"I was planning to discuss this with you after the banquet. Surprised?"
As he spoke, he gently traced his fingers along Bai Yueguang’s palm.
The tingling sensation made Liu Qingning's face heat up.
She whispered, "More like overwhelmed. So much has happened tonight, my head is spinning."
Tang Song winked playfully. "I’ll explain everything to you later."
Qin Yingxue, watching their quiet exchange, twitched her eyebrow slightly but maintained her composure.
At that moment, Mo Xiangwan approached with a smile and sat down beside them.
"Evening, Yingxue."
"Good evening, Sister Xiangwan."
"Sorry, I had something urgent to handle just now."
Mo Xiangwan patted her thigh lightly, her mood clearly in high spirits. The latest_epɪ_sodes are on_the novęlfire.net
"Come, let’s have a toast."
"Need my help?"
"No need—it’s about Su Yu. Good news."
Mo Xiangwan smiled knowingly, raising an eyebrow slightly.
Qin Yingxue’s eyes flickered, and she clinked her glass against Mo Xiangwan’s.
No matter what, they would always present a united front before Tang Song.
Hearing Su Yu’s name, Liu Qingning couldn't help but ask, "President Mo, when is Su Yu’s new album being released?"
She was a genuine fan.
And Su Yu, the reigning queen of Chinese pop music, had amassed dozens of hit songs—of course, she paid close attention to her work.
From the corner, Liu Shuang and Li Ziying perked up, eager to hear the answer.
After all, the internet had been buzzing with speculation about Su Yu’s new album.
"The new album?"
Mo Xiangwan thought for a moment.
"Originally, it was scheduled for release in February next year. But… if you’d like to hear it sooner, I can see if we can push the date up."
"Huh?"
Liu Qingning’s heart skipped a beat.
"No, no, I didn’t mean it like that! I was just asking!"
She genuinely wanted to know as a curious fan, not because she wanted to use Tang Song’s influence to interfere with business decisions.
Tang Song smirked.
"Qingning really loves Su Yu’s music. She listens to it every day."
Mo Xiangwan looked at Liu Qingning warmly.
"Thank you for supporting Su Yu."
Then, with a knowing smile, she added, "I’ll talk to her and see if we can release the album on October 13."
"PFFT—"
Liu Shuang nearly choked, her face displaying utter shock.
As Liu Qingning’s college roommate, she immediately recognized that October 13 was Liu Qingning’s birthday.
Holy sh*t.
Was this… the ultimate birthday gift?
A single request, and Su Yu’s entire album release schedule changed?
This was Su Yu, for crying out loud!
Liu Qingning took a deep breath, her voice barely above a whisper.
"President Mo, please don’t scare me like that."
"Haha, don’t be nervous, Qingning."
Mo Xiangwan laughed.
"The songs are already written. Su Yu’s just been lazy and hasn’t gotten around to recording. I’ll talk to her and get her to pull herself together."
As the conversation continued, Qin Yingxue’s gaze subtly flickered.
Director Jin’s decision was proving incredibly effective.
The night grew deeper, and the neon lights outside shimmered brilliantly.
The banquet was alive with chatter and laughter, a mix of voices blending together.
And in the middle of it all, Tang Song sat calmly, a quiet but undeniable force in the room.
"Smack—"
A soft sound rippled through the air.
Bei Yuwei's body trembled.
Instinctively, she reached back to rub her hip, her face flushing red.
By the time she snapped back to reality, Tang Song’s figure had already disappeared around the corner.
She quickly picked up her pace, trying to catch up—
But by the time she reached the main banquet hall, Tang Song had already rejoined Liu Qingning, effortlessly weaving through the crowd as if all the gazes upon him meant nothing.
There he was, sitting beside Liu Qingning, chatting with her cheerfully and naturally.
Bei Yuwei stood quietly, watching this scene unfold.
For some reason, an indescribable sense of loss swelled within her.
9:30 PM – The Banquet Comes to an End
As the host delivered his closing remarks, the Juxing Huicui Networking Banquet officially concluded.
Guests began to exit the concert hall in an orderly manner.
"No need, no need. The two of us will just take Xiang Kai’s car. Bye-bye!"
"Bye-bye!"
Watching Liu Shuang and Li Ziying disappear into the crowd, Liu Qingning turned to Tang Song.
"Are we heading straight home? Or do you want to take a walk? I have something I want to talk to you about."
Tang Song smiled mysteriously.
"Let’s save that for later. First, I want to take you somewhere."
Before she could ask anything more, he gently took her hand and led her outside.
Deep into the Night – A Mysterious Destination
Soon, the two of them got into a business-class vehicle waiting outside.
Liu Qingning closed her eyes as soon as she sat down.
The night’s emotional rollercoaster, combined with the alcohol she had consumed, had left her feeling exhausted.
The car started up, took a loop around the main road, then drove directly into the underground garage of Shenzhen Bay No.1 – Tower T5.
Finally, it pulled up in front of the private lobby entrance.
They stepped into a brilliantly lit lobby and took the elevator up.
Tang Song pulled a keycard from his pocket and swiped it.
The elevator quickly ascended.
Liu Qingning glanced at the panel displaying the floor levels, her brows knitting together in confusion.
"Wait… This is Tower T5 of Shenzhen Bay No.1?"
"Mm."
Tang Song nodded.
"We’re almost there."
"Ding—"
As the elevator doors slid open, a graceful and alluring figure stood in the hallway.
"President Tang. Qingning."
Liu Qingning blinked in surprise, then quickly greeted her.
"President Mo!"
"Come on in. I’ll show you around."
Mo Xiangwan smiled and gestured for them to follow.
Though Liu Qingning had been drinking and felt a little lightheaded, she didn’t overthink it.
She glanced at Tang Song before obediently following Mo Xiangwan inside.
They walked a few steps down the corridor and stopped in front of a black armored door.
Mo Xiangwan lightly pushed it open.
What greeted them was a stunningly artistic foyer.
A Mansion with a Dreamlike View
As they entered, a spacious and breathtaking living room unfolded before them.
Floor-to-ceiling windows framed a panoramic night view of Shenzhen Bay, where the city’s twinkling lights merged with the shimmering waves, forming a breathtakingly beautiful scene.
A crystal chandelier cast a soft glow over the luxurious sofas, coffee table, and kitchen island, creating a warm yet extravagant atmosphere.
Mo Xiangwan linked arms with Liu Qingning, leading her around.
"This apartment is 320 square meters, with three bedrooms, two living rooms, three bathrooms, and a maid’s quarters.
The maid is already arranged—she can start whenever you want.
The master bedroom has only a few essentials—some sleepwear, towels, and basic daily necessities. All brand new.
Now, come take a look at this. I know you’ll love it."
With that, she led Liu Qingning to another private suite.
The moment the door opened, Liu Qingning stared in awe.
A Luxurious Private Recording Studio
A state-of-the-art music studio unfolded before her.
A bold and stylish decor, various functional areas, professional-grade equipment, and dazzling stage lighting…
It felt like stepping into a dream.
Liu Qingning couldn’t help but exclaim, "This is incredible."
She didn’t have many hobbies, but singing was definitely her greatest passion.
Back in her university days, she had always dreamed of having her own private recording studio.
"I’m glad you like it," Mo Xiangwan said, smiling.
"Since you’ll be working at Qingning Tower, this location is perfect for you. I kept the decor simple, but if you need any modifications, just let me know—I’ll arrange everything."
Liu Qingning suddenly snapped back to reality.
She quickly shook her head.
"I really appreciate your kindness, President Mo, but I can’t accept this. The place I live now isn’t far from here. If I need to rent somewhere closer, I can handle it myself."
A unit like this in Shenzhen Bay No.1, with this level of design and furnishing, would easily cost tens of thousands per month in rent.
It was too much.
Mo Xiangwan smirked.
"Oh? But this place isn’t for rent. Why don’t you take a guess—who owns this apartment?"
Liu Qingning froze.
"Who?"
"Su Yu."
Mo Xiangwan’s smile deepened.
"This recording studio was personally designed by her. It’s identical to the one she has in Shanghai."
"Su Yu?"
Liu Qingning’s chest rose and fell sharply, repeating the name under her breath.
Tonight’s events flashed through her mind like a reel of film.
A thought struck her, and she suddenly looked up at Mo Xiangwan.
"President Mo… Does Su Yu know Tang Song?"
For the first time, Mo Xiangwan’s smile faltered slightly.
After a brief pause, she answered, "Yes. They know each other."
Liu Qingning took a deep breath.
A strong intuition surged through her.
Su Yu… might be Tang Song’s girlfriend.