Taming The Hidden Bigshot By Kissing Him-Chapter 635: The Recipe Leaked!

As evening approached.

Qiao Xi’s studies at the Zhong Family came to an end, and Mr. Huang was about to leave the Imperial Capital soon. He said the rest would depend on her own practice and insights; no matter how much he taught, he couldn’t teach her everything.

Qiao Xi bid farewell to the old gentleman and received an urgent call from Huo Sijiao on her way back to the Garden Villa.

"Sister-in-law, something bad happened at the beauty salon!"

Compared to Huo Sijiao’s panic, Qiao Xi appeared much calmer. She had already vaguely guessed the problem that might arise at the beauty salon. fгeewёbnoѵel.cσm

So she said, "Don’t worry, explain the cause and effect clearly."

Huo Sijiao’s voice was filled with anger: "Today, the Yingyue Pavilion across the street launched a Beauty Cream. It’s said to have whitening and scar-removing ingredients. It’s priced lower than ours, and both members and first-time customers can enjoy it. Upon hearing this, our guests all ran over there to get a membership."

Originally, it was thought that today Furong’s business would be better, but unexpectedly, it was rather quiet.

The beauty circle tends to follow trends.

Huo Sijiao said through gritted teeth, "I asked Manager Zhao to gather information, and the Beauty Cream they brought back is exactly like our Jade Skin Ointment. Even the scent is the same; our formula must have been leaked! Lu Yingxue is so shameless to imitate it!"

Upon hearing this, Qiao Xi recalled the medicinal scent she had smelled on Lu Yingxue.

Unexpectedly, she not only used it herself but also promoted it in the beauty salon.

She reassured Huo Sijiao, "Beauty Cream and Jade Skin Ointment are not the same."

"But they smell about the same."

"Jiaojiao, don’t panic. If the Beauty Cream really came from Lu Yingxue, then there’s no need to worry. Her mixture is incorrect; it’s missing a crucial catalyst. It might have whitening and scar-removing effects, but it’s not as effective as the Jade Skin Ointment. Over time, the customers will realize it..."

"Sister-in-law, is it true what you’re saying? Lu Yingxue is truly shameless."

Qiao Xi, speaking softly on the phone, said, "Doing business involves a lot of competition, some malicious and some good-natured. If Lu Yingxue had truly perfectly replicated the Jade Skin Ointment, we have already patented it, and we could sue her. But it’s clear she hasn’t figured out our formula, so don’t be anxious."

Huo Sijiao gradually calmed down, sighing, "Sister-in-law, I feel you’ve changed a lot. You’re increasingly like my brother, having that strategic foresight, which makes me feel at ease with you around."

"Bring the Beauty Cream home for me to see when you get a chance."

"Okay."

"Jiaojiao, I need to confirm something." Qiao Xi sat in the car, clutching the phone. A vague idea, perhaps dangerous, floated in her mind.

But it could very well be a pitfall for Lu Yingxue.

"Sister-in-law, go ahead."

"Is the patent we applied for public or confidential?" Some patent applications can be confidential upon submission, thus not disclosed unnecessarily.

Huo Sijiao quickly replied, "When I applied for the Jade Skin Ointment patent, my brother mentioned to keep it confidential. So, I submitted it as a confidential application, and it remains confidential now. I haven’t disclosed this to anyone. Sister-in-law, do you have a plan?"

"Don’t mention this to anyone, not even the beauty salon’s managers and employees. Also, spread a message externally..."

Qiao Xi whispered a few instructions, to which Huo Sijiao agreed one after another.

After a while.

Qiao Xi finally hung up the phone.

The car arrived at the Garden Villa.

She opened the car door and walked into the villa’s living room, only to see Huo Xingzhou already there.

"You’re back so early?"

"There’s a small gathering tonight." Huo Xingzhou casually set down a document and looked at her, "I’ll take you along."

"What kind of gathering? Do I need to change clothes?"

Qiao Xi placed her things aside and sat down next to him.

Huo Xingzhou held her hand, gently squeezing her fingertip, "No need to change, it’s not very formal. Just treat it as a gathering between friends, go over and show support, and watch some excitement for free."

Excitement?

Qiao Xi was filled with curiosity, but only realized half an hour after leaving that Huo Xingzhou was taking her to see who was causing a commotion.

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The central villa in the Imperial Capital’s wealthy neighborhood was brightly lit.

Under the moonlight and snow, it appeared quite poetic.

Several servants borrowed for the occasion arranged the villa’s living room into a small banquet hall, exquisite and beautiful.

The kitchen was bustling with activity.

Tonight was the housewarming party for Zhong Yi and Lu Yingxue.

To show off her harmonious and loving relationship with Zhong Yi, Lu Yingxue specially invited prominent young men and ladies in the Imperial City, along with a few friends.

It wasn’t many people, but all were adept at socializing, making the living room seem lively.

She decided to celebrate the housewarming and only informed Zhong Yi later, allowing him to invite his friends too.

Zhong Yi just responded indifferently.

Lu Yingxue guessed he wasn’t interested in such occasions, so she didn’t think much about it and arranged it herself.

She also sent out a signal that she was moving in for a trial marriage with Zhong Yi and their marriage was unbreakable. Those women hoping to dethrone her were dreaming.

Lu Yingxue offered a platter of freshly cut fruit to the guests, saying, "Have some fruit first. Today isn’t anything official; we’re all young people, don’t be reserved. Ayi still has some work at the company, he’ll be here soon."

"You’re so considerate, Yingxue."

"Young Master Zhong is lucky to marry Miss Lu."

"Will the scar on your face leave a mark?" asked someone, insensitively.

Lu Yingxue touched the bandage on her face and replied, "It will heal. My father’s medical skills are so advanced, and we jointly developed a Beauty Cream that’s very effective. The scar will gradually fade over time."

She was confident about this.

Last night she experimented with the Jade Skin Ointment formula and created the Beauty Cream. After using it overnight, she was surprised to find the redness and swelling on her face had reduced significantly by morning.

It seemed to have miraculous effects.

"Is it the Beauty Cream your beauty salon launched? I heard it works well, just one application can make the skin visibly whiter. Truly, traditional Chinese medicine beauty treatments are the best! Yingxue, you’re amazing."

Lu Yingxue smiled, her expression a mix of coolness and warmth.

Listening to the praises and flattery from these people.

"Isn’t it normal for Miss Lu to be amazing? She’s the female Hua Tuo of the Imperial Capital; minor scars are no issue for her. Only the Furong Beauty Salon would hype things up so much, unlike Miss Lu who’s so low-key."

"The Jade Skin Ointment from Furong Beauty Salon doesn’t work as well as the Beauty Cream, I still prefer going to the Yingyue Pavilion."

"Miss Lu, we support you."

Lu Yingxue smoothed things over by saying, "That Young Madam Huo is young but capable. Don’t always put her down; it’s a pity I didn’t stand a fair challenge with her. The acupuncture competition was truly regretful..."

"She simply got lucky! If it weren’t for Xiang Mingzhu’s meddling, Miss Lu wouldn’t have lost!"

"Yeah, what’s Qiao Xi worth?"

When Qiao Xi and Huo Xingzhou entered the entrance hall, they overheard these remarks.

Her almond-shaped eyes flickered, lips slightly curled up, and she turned to see Huo Xingzhou’s expression.