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For a moment, the director wondered if he had heard it wrong!
Was this kind of pie falling from the sky could actually happen in real life? He has been in touch with Fu Jinxiao before, but there has been no reply. The meaning given by the other party was also very clear â a clear refusal. If anything, the fact that they met today was kind of baffling. This was Fu Jinxiao, the Movie Emperor, even if he only offered to read the script, Zhang Sansan was already flattered!
âIâŠâ Zhang Sansan choked up a little, he held Fu Jinxiaoâs hand excitedly, and said in a trembling voice, âMr. Fu, thank you, thank you so much!â
Fu Jinxiao shook hands with him.
âYouâre welcome,â The actor sitting elegantly had a kind smile on his face. âAfter all, the future contract agreement has to be discussed in detail, and then I have to ask Director Zhang to forgive me.â
Zhang Sansan didnât know why, but when he heard Fu Jinxiaoâs reply, he actually had an ominous premonition.
The actors that were filming called it a day.
Not far away, the actor of the young Xu Yan â Jiang Chao â was talking to Shen Xingsui. He was very guilty for his bad acting that resulted in Shen Xingsui taking quite a beating.
Shen Xingsui looked at the actor. He actually looked genuinely guilty and profusely apologized to him. He replied with a smile, âItâs okay, itâs okay.â
âEveryone will have bad performance sometimes,â Shen Xingsui wiped his face with the tissue handed over by his assistant, and there was no hostility in his eyes. On the contrary, it was clear and clean, even when he saw Jiang Chao in front of him being so nervous and sweaty on his face, he handed him a piece of tissue, âYou have worked hard too, wipe off your sweat.â
Despite the sweat and grime clinging on his body, Shen Xingsuiâs aura still exudes that clean and spotless feeling.
Jiang Chao was also a rookie actor. Where has he had such experience before? He just felt that his heartbeat was a little uneven. He was holding a tissue in his hand, but somehow felt a little reluctant to use it.
Shen Xingsui said, âIâll go to the directorâs side to ask what time to shoot tonight. I have something to do later, so I might have to go back early.â
âHe heard that Fu Jinxiao returned to China today. And he promised to leave work early for an evening date.
Shen Xingsui was thinking about how to speak to the director. He opened the curtain with a smile and said, âDirector, Iâm going to ask you something. As for tonightâs filmingâŠâ
His remaining words were suddenly stuck in his throat.
The smile on his face slowly bloomed, even though his brain was blank. Disbelief, joy, surprise, all kinds of feelings bubbling up to his chest.
When Zhang Sansan saw Shen Xingsui coming, he didnât know the relationship between the two, so he stood up happily and said, âSuisui is here. You came just in time, Mr. Fu just happened to be here today. You two know each other, right? Come, come, letâs catch up togetherâŠâ
Fu Jinxiao also stood up.
Shen Xingsui, who was standing outside the area, looked at the man in a daze, his gaze unblinking.
Fu Jinxiao walked up to him in a few steps. The man was wearing white casual clothes, clean and elegant. His handsome face was friendly. He stopped in front of Shen Xingsui and smiled, âTeacher Shen, long time no see.â
Shen Xingsuiâs heart was full of emotions. He could only whisper softly in return. âLong time no see.â
âTeacher Shen has changed a lot,â Fu Jinxiao looked down at the somewhat embarrassed young man and smiled, âI almost donât recognize him anymore.â
It was obviously a simple sentence, but it made Shen Xingsuiâs nose sour for no reason.
There was a smile in Fu Jinxiaoâs eyes, âBut itâs very good.â
Shen Xingsui didnât understand what the older man meant.
âYouâve improved leaps and bounds,â The manâs voice was deep and gentle. He looked at Shen Xingsui who was thinner than before and much more embarrassed, âVery good.â
Itâs always a treat whenever his hardwork was recognized. Even if the play has been repeated many times without him being able to air out his grievances, being praised gently by the person he liked immediately doused that flame. Itâs like a child getting soothed after falling down. It felt warm.
Shen Xingsuiâs nose was stuffy, his eyes were red. He threw himself into Fu Jinxiaoâs arms, giving him a firm hug.
The corner of Fu Jinxiaoâs mouth curled into a smile, he wrapped his arms around him, and patted him on the back again and again, without avoiding other peopleâs probing gazes. When his lover needed a hug, he hugged him tightly.
Fu Jinxiao bowed his head, âYes?â
The staff corner was crowded with people, there were also those who moved equipment, cleaned up the scene. In the noisy environment, Shen Xingsui in his arms was leaning on Fu Jinxiaoâs shoulder, a tricky smile appeared on his face, he spoke softly, and whispered in Fu Jinxiaoâs ear.
âI miss you so much.â
People standing around couldnât hear or see what was being said.
But it was like going back to the charity gala that night, except that it was Shen Xingsui who took the initiative this time. He was like a little fox who was complacent and successful in his pranks, with a crooked smile on his brows and eyes.
However, he had only been happy for a moment, and the smile on the face of the voice surrounding him deepened. He didnât deliberately lower his voice, nor did he hide it from others. His voice was low and magnetic, all inviting and warm.
Shen Xingsui froze in shock.
Zhang Sansan next to him asked suspiciously, âYes, what is it?â
Shen Xingsui blushed immediately when he saw the directorâs innocent eyes. The director strolled in the courtyard, and he somehow felt like heâs a wallflower.
Shen Xingsui stammered a bit and said, âI-Itâs nothing, Mr. Fu just praised me.â
Zhang Sansan scratched his head, remembering something, âAlright, alright. By the way, Suisui, why did you come to see me just now?â
After asking such a question, he realized that he originally wanted to ask for leave, so he replied, âNo, itâs nothing, Iâm fine now.â
âWhy does Suisui feel weird today?â
A staff member from behind came over and said, âMr. Shen, there are still a few scenes tonight. Did you get injured in the beating scene just now? We have a first-aid kit, do you need it?â
Fu Jinxiao also heard this, so he told Shen Xingsui, âGo and have a look.â
They said goodbye to the director together, and then left the studio. After Zhang Sansan said goodbye, he realized slowly. It turned out that Actor Fu did not come to the film crew to discuss with him about the script, but he came to visit the set!
Zhang Sansan felt his heart warm. âTeacher Fu is really kind to his studentsâŠâ
The assistant director gave him a judgemental gaze, âDirector, fortunately you are a director, and you didnât choose to enter the entertainment industry as an actor or something.â
Zhang Sansan was puzzled, âWhy do you say that?â
âItâs just your IQâŠâ The assistant director looked genuine, âIâm afraid you wonât survive three episodes.â
Shen Xingsui and the others returned to the lounge, and met Jiang Chaoâs assistant on the way.
The assistant came over with some snacks and delicious food, and insisted on giving them to Shen Xingsui, saying, âMr. Shen, Jiang-ge specially asked me to buy them for everyone. This is for you.â
Shen subconsciously refused, âNo need.â
âYouâre welcome,â The assistant said with a smile, âEveryone got one.â
Hearing that everyone got a share, it would be very ostentatious if he didnât accept it. Shen Xingsui had no choice but to ask his assistant Cancan to hold it, and said politely, âThank you. Please give Jiang-ge my thanks too.â
The assistant quickly agreed, and then ran away.
Cancan hugged the snacks and complained, âEveryone has it, that is, everyone gets a share. Suisui has everything here. Jiang-ge is really generous. Is he ashamed of what happened in the morning?â
Shen Xingsui also didnât understand, but after thinking about it, âProbably so.â
Fu Jinxiao next to him glanced at him and sneered.
Shen Xingsui was not here just now. After returning to the waiting room, he took a break at noon and changed out of his costume. After checking, he found that there was nothing wrong with his stomach and important parts, except that there was a bruise on his back.
Cancan was very worried and said, âApply some medicine.â
Shen Xingsui was embarrassed to ask the young lady to apply the topical medicine on his back, and was hesitating on how to refuse. Fu Jinxiao, who was next to him, stretched out his hand and said, âIâll do it.â
Cancan saw Fu Jinxiaoâs offering, so she quickly handed over the ointment. Then, she closed the door tactfully, as if she knew something.
Shen Xingsui smiled helplessly.
Fu Jinxiao walked over with the ointment and said, âLie down on the sofa.â
Shen Xingsui was taken aback for a moment, then realized what was the matter and responded afterwards. He crawled obediently to the sofa. He didnât think what would happen if the medicine was applied. Fu Jinxiao was sitting beside him, his hands lifted his shirt up, and then, there was a sensation of rough fingertips rubbing the ointment onto the youthâs skin.
The bruises on the white back looked particularly frightening.
Fu Jinxiao rubbed the cold ointment in his hands and gently wiped the wound. Shen Xingsui gasped in pain, but in order not to show it, he could only bury his face on the sofa pillow.
Fu Jinxiao whispered, âBe patient.â
Shen Xingsui responded with a muffled voice.
Fu Jinxiao chuckled, âI saw you being quite capable and comforting others just now. Now you know it hurts.â
âAt that timeâŠâ Shen Xingsui was distracted, and replied, âI didnât think about it much after being beaten, I was⊠thinking about other things.â
Fu Jinxiao raised his eyebrows. âWhat are you thinking about then?â
âHe better not tell me that he was thinking about Jiang Chao.â
Thinking of the snacks on the table next to him, Actor Fuâs face was covered with frost.
Shen Xingsui was silent for a moment, then suddenly buried his face in the pillow again, his whisper was as thin as a mosquito: âI wantâŠâ
Fu Jinxiao didnât hear it clearly, so he moved closer and repeated his question, âWhat are you thinking about?â
Shen Xingsui said these three words a little softly.
Fu Jinxiao raised his eyebrows slightly in surprise, âDid you know I was with the Director at that time?â
âNn, I donât know,â Shen Xingsui replied honestly, âBut I know you are going back to China today, so I keep thinking about missing you and wanting to see you soon.â
Fu Jinxiaoâs frost faded away in an instant and was replaced by warmth. His eyes filled with an imperceptible smile â the first day back home was not in vain, he didnât rest for a moment, but the sweetness from his lover washed away all his fatigue.
Suddenly there was a rustling sound at the door.
Fu Jinxiao was very vigilant. He glanced sideways at the door and realized something. Then, a trace of clarity flashed across his eyes.
âSuisui,â Fu Jinxiao whispered to the youth.
Shen Xingsui turned his head in doubt.
There was a bewitching smile on Fu Jinxiaoâs handsome face, and he whispered, âDo you really miss me?â
Shen Xingsui was taken aback, Fu Jinxiao leaned over and kissed his lips. They were separated for so long, and now, they could finally taste each other again. At first, it was gentle and light, but in the end, due to Shen Xingsuiâs longing, he took the initiative to put his arms around Fu Jinxiaoâs shoulders, and responded by deepening the kiss.
There was a soft sound of âclickâ from the door outside.
Shen Xingsui also noticed it. He was a little frightened, parting suddenly. As he panted, he looked at the door with bewilderment in his eyes, âWho?â
The person outside the door hesitated, then opened the door and walked in. Standing outside the door was Jiang Chao, who was carrying a thermos. He originally wanted to show his sincerity by bringing chicken soup. He even prepared a touching line so Shen Xingsui would like him more.
But before he could say it, he accidentally looked inside through the doorâs crack. And he saw this scene.
Itâs really heartbreaking.
Shen Xingsui was still in Fu Jinxiaoâs arms, clearly a little embarrassed âhis face was flushed red, and his lips looked moist as well. He looked at Jiang Chao as if he was frightened, and asked with visible confusion in his voice, âJiang-ge, why are you here?â
He glanced at Fu Jinxiao.
The aura of the man sitting on the sofa was strong and calm. Even if he, a stranger, came in, or even bumped into this scene, he didnât panic at all. He raised his eyelids and looked at Jiang Chao, his calmness actually successfully made Jiang Chao feel embarrassed â itâs as if his motive was seen through.
Jiang Chao forced himself to be calm, âI⊠I thought I was responsible for your injury, so I specially asked my assistant to buy you chicken soup to replenish your body.â
Shen Xingsui really didnât expect Jiang Chao to be so polite. âItâs okay, Jiang-ge, you are too polite. Itâs my job to do well in filming. Iâm sorry for troubling you with this.â
Jiang Chao looked at him thinking about himself, and his heart warmed up, âI am a few years older than you, so I should take care of you more.â
Shen Xingsui lamented his kindness.
On the other hand, Fu Jinxiao raised his eyebrows by a fraction of an inch. The man stood up. His tall body gave Jiang Chao a sense of oppression, especially when he walked closer. After passing the chicken soup thermos, he smiled and said, âMr. Jiang is really caring. We have caused you trouble for more than a month. I will treat everyone to dinner later.â
Jiang Chaoâs expression paled. Itâs clear that Fu Jinxiao was claiming Shen Xingsui as his, and he had no way to refute it.
In the end, he could only say, âNo, itâs nothing, we are all from the same crew, and itâs right to help each other.â
âIndeed,â Fu Jinxiaoâs smile deepened, âAh, also, thank you for the snacks, I just tasted some, itâs delicious.â
âThe loving snacks that I worked so hard to prepare were also eaten by othersâŠâ
Jiang Chao felt as if he could hear the sound of his heart breaking. He held back his tears, responded embarrassingly, and then ran away, almost hitting the door as he left.
Shen Xingsui was confused about what just happened. âMr. Jiang, you didnât bump your head, did you? Are you too tired? Do you want to stay and rest for a while?â
Jiang Chao shook his head hastily.
âQAQ I donât want to rest, I just want to go to a corner somewhere to commemorate my lost love!!â