Warm breath landed on his head, Nan Qing felt his face burning again, much to his dismay.
He suppressed the heat in his face and the redness in his ears.
" Huo Yuzhou, is this how you use this line of poetry?"
After asking the question himself, he quickly followed up with an affirmation:
" Huo Yuzhou, you are misleading the youth."
A low chuckle filled the air. Huo Yuzhou gripped his arm, his fingers tightening.
"But Baby, didn't I learn this from you?"
"Teacher Nan Qing taught me a new definition of 'seizing every opportunity,' and I applied that knowledge to discover even more words that can be used to derive new meanings."
Nan Qing pressed against his chest and poked it with her finger.
"Then you'd better not try to apply this to other situations..."
Huo Yuzhou seemed to smile again.
Nan Qing blinked gently, then remembered how he treasured his phone so much, and wondered:
"Can't you find your phone?"
The man embracing him was very serious.
"Maybe."
Nan Qing simply said "Oh," without thinking.
I'll give it to you--
" Huo Yuzhou, you did this on purpose!"
In the dark room, a man's light, pleasant laughter echoed in the air.
Even through the pitch-black air, Nan Qing could still feel a very strong gaze fixed on his face.
His low, husky voice carried a hint of amusement as he asked him with a leisurely air.
"Young master, is it fun?"
Nan Qing pulled the blanket over the other person, her angry and embarrassed voice coming through the blanket.
" Huo Yuzhou, you'd better shut up!"
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The production team's work is progressing smoothly.
Nan Qing is quick to understand and can focus on studying the script. She can often get a scene right in one take, and even if she needs another take, she can film it with ease.
Huo Yuzhou also brought his French teacher along, and they studied together for nearly a month before finally reaching the global audition for the French-Asian role that Zhou Guangliang had mentioned.
The production team had coordinated the schedule, and they were going to film the B segment soon, which was about the parents' storyline from 10 years ago. Nan Qing finally felt relieved and took leave, returning to the bustling and prosperous S City once again.
It was noon when we returned to Huading Entertainment.
Stepping into the hall from the scorching sunlight, Nan Qing had just turned her head when a familiar figure appeared before her.
Bai Ruanruan looks very wealthy now.
He wore a shimmering white shirt, dangling a silk ribbon in his hand, paired with black silk trousers, and his ears gleamed; he appeared to be wearing earrings.
Nan Qing's gaze shifted slightly, but she froze in the next instant.
Even though he had mentally prepared himself for the possibility that Bai Ruanruan and Xi Juan were probably together, he was still somewhat shocked by what he saw before him.
Xi Juan wore a burgundy French-style coat and had a cartilage stud in her ear that matched Bai Ruanruan's.
The other end of the silk ribbon that Bai Ruanruan was dangling in her hand was a black choker hanging around Xi Juan's neck.
It was a very strange and uncomfortable scene.
Nan Qing frowned.
But seeing his expression, Bai Ruanruan's smile widened even more.
What? Are you jealous?
"Oh dear, our teacher Xi Juan loves me so much. He really likes it when I treat him like this, and I can't help it."
His tone was blatantly boastful, but Nan Qing's brows furrowed even deeper.
" Bai Ruanruan, if you two like each other, you shouldn't treat him like this."
Bai Ruanruan's smile was somewhat stiff.
"Of course we like each other!"
"Your liking is to make the youngest Grand Slam Best Actor in the industry walk your dog in public?"
Nan Qing's gaze shifted to Xi Juan's face, a hint of reluctance in her eyes.
Xi Juan's expression was calm, and his gaze was as if he were looking at a stranger.
Whispers could be heard from the surrounding area, and some people were even taking photos secretly.
Nan Qing knew he should turn around and leave immediately, getting far away from them. After all, he had never liked Xi Juan pursuing him, but Xi Juan wasn't a bad person.
They may not be friends, but they are definitely not enemies.
Moreover, Xi Juan had even helped him deal with that lecherous old man surnamed Xu.
Xi Juan was just a bit annoying; he shouldn't be being led around by Bai Ruanruan like a dog and humiliated in this situation.
It's obvious without even thinking that Bai Ruanruan openly took Xi Juan around Huading Entertainment for such a long time, and related leaked pictures have already appeared online.
Xi Juan's fans are in great pain, but they don't understand what happened. They can only watch helplessly as Xi Juan's personality suddenly changes in a short period of time, and can only explain these highly insulting photos again and again in vain.
Meanwhile, Xi Juan's Xi Juan, rivals, and even unsuspecting bystanders will rampant discussion about this disgraceful photo. The negative impact will severely damage Xi Juan's reputation, worsen his public image, subject him to ridicule, and cause him to lose endorsements and opportunities...
Nan Qing cracked her knuckles. "You'll ruin Xi Juan."
Bai Ruanruan giggled as he snuggled into Xi Juan, waving the black ribbon in his hand like he was leading an obedient dog, a smug look on his face.
"Who are you? It's none of your business."
"Are you jealous? Jealous that Xi Juan loves me so much, that's why you're spouting sour things here?"
"Who do you think you are? Get your facts straight. You really think you're someone important? You don't actually believe he was ever pursuing you, do you? It was just something we did for fun. With a single word from me, he can make a fool of you."
Bai Ruanruan looked at Nan Qing with malice and provocation.
"Do you still remember how you were kicked out of the Bai Family like a rat in the street?"
"Your good days are coming to an end, Nan Qing— "
A powerful force suddenly rushed towards her, Bai Ruanruan cried out in surprise, Xi Juan as Xi Juan pushed her.
Faint jeers rose from the surroundings, Bai Ruanruan, utterly humiliated, turned to look at Xi Juan.
He still maintained his aloof demeanor, but his brows were furrowed, and a sudden struggle surfaced in his eyes.
It's starting again?
What's so good about Nan Qing?
Bai Ruanruan sneered and, in the bustling hall, right in front of Nan Qing, slapped Xi Juan Xi Juan the face.
He used a lot of force, Xi Juan's head tilted to the side, leaving a handprint on his face.
Nan Qing took a step forward, but was immediately pulled back by Zhou Guangliang from behind.
"Walk!"
Nan Qing looked at Xi Juan with a complicated expression. Zhou Guangliang held him tightly and tugged at him.
Nan Qing turned around, and Zhou Guangliang gave him a subtle look before pulling him in another direction.
In the center of the hall, Bai Ruanruan pretended to stroke Xi Juan's injured face while lowering her voice...
How does it feel to get slapped in front of your crush?
"Ha, Xi Juan, how great are you? Didn't you scheme against me for him? Now you're still like a lapdog, doing whatever I say."
"Ha ha..."
Bai Ruanruan laughed so hard her shoulders shook, but her voice, though relaxed, carried a hint of a sob.
"I'm sorry, honey, I was too impulsive. Will you be angry with me?"
From this angle, others cannot see Xi Juan's expression.
Bai Ruanruan, whose face was pressed against Xi Juan's, could clearly see the struggle and disgust in his peach blossom eyes.
Bai Ruanruan suddenly pushed him away, her gaze fixed in a certain direction.
"You took pictures?"
The young woman at the front desk seemed flustered. "I... I'm sorry... I won't send it out..."
Bai Ruanruan walked over in a few steps and stared straight at her.
How can we not send it?
"The photos are meant to be posted."
"Send it right now, or my husband's lawyer will make you pay. Do you understand?"