When Rivals Collide The unexpected hep

Days turned into sleepless nights as both Dark Horizon and Shadow Capital worked tirelessly to prepare their presentations for the meeting with Scarlet Beauty's CEO. The tension was palpable, and the stakes were high.

Finally, the day of the meeting arrived. Xuan Yu and his team from Dark Horizon arrived at Scarlet Beauty's headquarters, looking confident and well-prepared. Yin Ying and her team from Shadow Capital were already there, sipping coffee and discussing their strategy.

As the meetings began, it became clear that Xuan Yu's team had a slight edge. Their presentation was polished, and their arguments were well-rehearsed. Yin Ying watched with growing unease as Xuan Yu effortlessly fielded questions from Scarlet beauty

Yin Ying

"Alright team, let's review our presentation. What did we do wrong?"

Employee 3

"I think Xuan Yu's team had a better grasp of the numbers. Their projections were more convincing."

Yin Ying

"Let's work on that. I want to see revised projections and a more detailed analysis of the risks and benefits. We can't let Dark Horizon get the better of us."

Employee 2

"But boss, we've worked so hard on this presentation. Can't we just stick with what we have?"

Yin Ying

"No way. We need to step up our game if we want to win this deal. Let's work through the night and fine-tune our presentation."

(After the meeting with Scarlet Beauty's CEO)

CEO of Scarlet Beauty

"I'm pleased to announce that we've decided to partner with... Shadow Capital!"

xuan yu

"What? But... I thought for sure we had this deal in the bag."

Yin Ying

"Looks like the CEO saw something in our proposal that Xuan Yu's team didn't have. Congratulations to us!"

xuan yu

"Well, I guess we underestimated you, Yin Ying. But this isn't the end of the competition between us."

Yin Ying

"You can bet it isn't. We'll keep pushing ourselves to be the best, and next time, we won't be so easy to beat."

Yin Ying

"Xin Li, hi. I just wanted to check in on the Earthy Essence project. How's it doing?"

Xin li Assistant of Yin Ying

"Ah, Yin Ying! The project is doing incredibly well. The sales have been phenomenal."

Yin Ying

"That's great to hear. What's the current profit margin looking like? I'm eager to know the numbers."

Xin li Assistant of Yin Ying

"We're seeing a profit margin of 50%. It's exceeded our expectations, and we're thrilled with the results."

Yin Ying

"50%! That's fantastic. I knew the combination of scents would resonate with customers. What's driving the success, do you think?"

Xin li Assistant of Yin Ying

"I think it's the unique blend of petrichor, lavender, and sandalwood. It's really capturing the essence of nature and appealing to our target audience."

[Yin Ying is hosting a party at a luxurious venue, with employees from Scarlet Beauty and Shadow Capital in attendance. The music is playing, and everyone is having a great time.]

Yin Ying

[raising her glass] "Cheers to our successful partnership! May our collaboration bring us even more success in the future!"

[Everyone clinks their glasses together and takes a sip. Yin Ying continues to drink and celebrate, getting more and more excited.]

Xin li Assistant of Yin Ying

[approaching Yin Ying with a concerned expression] "Yin Ying, I'm so sorry, but I have to leave. There's an emergency at home, and I need to attend to it."

Yin Ying

[slurring slightly] "Okay, no worries. Go take care of it. I'll be fine."

[Xin Li leaves, and Yin Ying continues to enjoy herself, drinking more wine. Eventually, she decides to step outside for some fresh air, stumbling slightly as she walks out of the venue.]

[Xuan Yu notices Yin Ying walking alone on the street, looking unsteady on her feet.]

Approaching her

xuan yu

"Yin Ying, are you okay? You look like you've had a bit too much to drink."

Yin Ying

[looking up at him, her eyes glassy] "Xuan Yu... I think I need to go home."

[Xuan Yu helps Yin Ying to her apartment, supporting her as she stumbles and almost falls.]

xuan yu

[helping her onto the bed] "Let's get you to bed. You need to rest."

[Yin Ying collapses onto the bed, exhausted. Xuan Yu tries to leave, but she grabs his arm.]

Yin Ying

[slurring] "Don't go... Stay with me."

xuan yu

[Trying to take off his hand] "I must leave it almost 11 pm."

Yin Ying

[Holding his hand tightly] "Please don't leave me."

xuan yu

[gently] "I'll stay on the sofa. You just rest."

[Xuan Yu sleeps on the sofa, while Yin Ying sleeps fitfully on the bed.]

[The next morning, Yin Ying wakes up with a pounding headache and a fuzzy memory. She looks around, disoriented, and sees Xuan Yu brought coffee for her.]

Yin Ying

[angrily] "What are you doing in my house? Did you want to do something with me? What did you do with me yesterday? Why is my mind so blurry? Why can't I remember what happened?"

xuan yu

[standing up, explains] "Yin Ying, nothing happened. You were drunk, and I brought you home. I slept on the sofa. That's all."

Yin Ying

[looking relieved, then embarrassed] "Oh... I'm so sorry. I don't know what happened to me."

xuan yu

[smiling gently] "It's okay. You're safe. Nothing happened, I promise."

Yin Ying

[apologetically] "Thank you, Xuan Yu. I'm so sorry for the trouble."

xuan yu

[smiling] "Just take care of yourself, okay?"