《Addicted to My Contract-Marriage Husband》


 Chapter 1: You Can’t Reach Your Husband?

    <h4>Chapter 1: Chapter 1: You Can''t Reach Your Husband?</h4>


    "Favoring the Soft" / Sweet Pear-Smile


    2023.6.26


    *


    In May, Su City was draped in continuous rain, the air thick with a damp mist.


    The indoor light was extremely dim.


    ck suits and white gowns intertwined, scattered messily across the expensive carpet, stretching to the centralrge bed.


    A corner of the pure white duvet was lifted, revealing arge patch of pink stains, a distinctly jointed hand with slightly bulging veins covering thest hint of bright color.


    The man reached out to wipe the tear at the corner of the woman''s eye, his voice clear and deep, "Mianmian, just bear with it a bit longer..."


    Jiang Mian was about to curse out loud!


    "Ring¡ª"


    Jiang Mian''s longshes trembled slightly as she slowly opened her eyes, tears lingering at the corners, her expression dazed as shezily scanned the surroundings.


    It turned out to be a dream...


    Her gazended on the vibrating phone on the coffee table, and she answered, "Hello?"


    "Is your husband back?"


    The person on the other end of the line imagined a whole drama upon hearing Jiang Mian''s voice.


    Jiang Mian almost rolled her eyes, settling into a morefortable position, "Put away your dirty thoughts. Miss Su doesn''t call without good reason. What is it?"


    Su Lixing, having been exposed, no longer pretended and excitedly said, "I''ve set up a game today,e to the usual ce to y. I''ve invited lots of cute guys, you''ve been a vegetarian for too long, be careful not to lose your charm and passion."


    Jiang Mian looked down at her freshly done nails, her voicezy, "I don''t have love, where would the loss of charme from?"


    "Come on, are youing?"


    Jiang Mian nced at the time and agreed, "See you in a bit."


    *


    Two hourster, the nightclub''s private room was bustling.


    When Jiang Mian arrived, she was genuinely startled by the scene before her; there were several handsome young men.


    It seemed that aside from her and Su Lixing, everyone else was a man.


    "Su Lixing, only you can handle so many men."


    Jiang Mian sipped the red wine on the table, the dim lighting of the bar entuating her slightly arched eyebrows and beautiful, dark, clear eyes. Her wavy hair naturally exuded an alluring charm.


    Su Lixing had drunk quite a bit and let loose, "As your best friend, I''ll share some with you, the quality is absolutely guaranteed."


    Jiang Mian nced around at the circle of men, her red lips curving slightly, "Then tell me, which ones are for..."


    "Police raid!"


    Suddenly the door of the private room was kicked open, and five or six men in in clothes surged in. Jiang Mian''s words were stifled.


    The leader shed a badge, "Police."


    !!!


    Police??


    Jiang Mian stood up, looking innocently at the group of people, "I''m not sure what we''ve done wrong to cause such amotion, officer."


    She nudged Su Lixing, who was slightly tipsy and still lying down.


    "You are reported to be involved in an illegal assembly. Take them all!"


    Ten minutester, the group was squatting in the station.


    "Name."


    "Jiang Mian."


    The officer recording in the notebook repeated the name a few times, feeling it sounded familiar but couldn''t recall why.


    Jiang Mian wished she could change her name right then; she''d definitely be trending tomorrow. If her family found out, they''d surely drag her back in disgrace.


    She slightly raised her eyes, wanting to stand up to defend herself, "Officer, I..."


    "Stay squatting, did I say you could stand up?"


    "Rtive''s name and phone number, we will call them toe over."


    What, a rtive?


    Who could she find at this hour?


    Jiang Mian''s mind raced, then an idea struck, "Can my husband do, although I can''t reach him right now..."


    After all, that man had been missing for a year, perfect to take the bullet for her.


    "Your husband, you can''t reach him?"


    "That''s right, officer. He works in a confidential unit, and I, as his spouse, must fully support him. After all, contributing to the country is an honorable thing, just like you!"


    Jiang Mian caught the recording officer''s eye and blinked innocently, speaking passionately and intelligently, leaving the officer speechless.


    That should have fixed it.


    Indeed, Fu Sichen was useful at times like these.


    Before Jiang Mian could enjoy a moment of relief, a familiar and deep voice came from above, "What''s going on?"

 Chapter 2: I Am Her Relative

    <h4>Chapter 2: Chapter 2: I Am Her Rtive</h4>


    "Captain Fu, tonight we received a tip about YE Bar, and we raided it for prostitution."


    "Hiss¡ª"


    Jiang Mian met the man''s gaze, took in a sharp breath, and immediately lowered her head.


    Why did this man show up at such a timely moment?


    Fu Sichen''s indifferent gaze swept over the row of people kneeling on the ground until it rested on a woman whose curly hair was somewhat disheveled at the moment.


    "Are they all waiting for family members to bail them out?"


    The nearby police officer immediately nodded, "Yes, we''re currently taking records; we will contact them one by one shortly."


    Fu Sichen looked at Jiang Mian, who seemed like she wanted to burrow into the ground, and let out a heavy chuckle, slowly crouching down: "Jiang Mian?"


    !!!!!


    These two actually know each other!


    The police officer looked at Fu Sichen and then at Jiang Mian, momentarily unsure of what exactly was happening in front of him.


    Jiang Mian moved her head but still didn''t seem inclined to stand up.


    "Don''t want to leave?"


    The man''s voice was clear, betraying no significant shifts in emotion.


    The rtionship between the two made it even more perplexing for onlookers.


    Jiang Mian shook her head, her voice slightly tender: "My legs are numb..."


    Fu Sichen simply reached out and scooped up the woman in front of him in a princess carry.


    The sudden emptiness below her and the resulting feeling of being airborne made Jiang Mian instinctively wrap her arms around Fu Sichen''s neck.


    The familiar mint scent mixed with Fu Sichen''s unique male pheromones enveloped her.


    Perhaps because it had been too long since she saw him, the man''s features seemed even more defined, his Adam''s apple provocatively alluring and making Jiang Mian swallow.


    How was it that she aged in the entertainment circle, yet this man became even more charming and handsome?


    It was so unfair!!


    Fu Sichen carried Jiang Mian and addressed the officer taking notes: "I''m her family, record it, I''m taking her."


    "Oh... okay, sure! I''ll record it right now!"


    The officer taking notes was indeed stunned for a while before he could react.


    Was this the same decisive, ruthless Captain Fu he knew?


    It was downright bizarre...


    Just before leaving, Jiang Mian caught a glimpse of Su Lixing watching the scene unfold with the eyes of a spectator, as if her forehead almost had written on it: "Congrattions, you''re getting lucky tonight."


    Fu Sichen carried Jiang Mian from the interrogation room to the entrance; their heads turned remarkably high along the way.


    Moreover, the man even casually greeted others with an unaffected air.


    A familiar ck G-ss was parked outside, understated yet profound in the night.


    Fu Sichen secured Jiang Mian in the passenger seat with the seatbelt, then quickly settled into the driver''s seat himself.


    He didn''t start the car but instead looked at the woman beside him.


    Jiang Mian knew this was the calm before the storm, the calmer Fu Sichen, the more uneasy she felt.


    Although they hadn''t spent much time together, she was well aware how slyly tricky he could be.


    Either way, he wasn''t holding back anything pleasant.


    The atmosphere in the car suddenly reached a critical point, and Jiang Mian coughed lightly, "Uh, why don''t we go home first? If we leave the car here, it''ll get fined."


    Seeing that Fu Sichen didn''t respond, Jiang Mian directly reached up to tug at his sleeve: "Fu Sichen... look at me, all disheveled, do I look like someone who goes after handsome guys?"


    "Moreover, my husband is so handsome, I can hardly admire him enough as it is."


    Fu Sichen''s lips curled slightly, his tone teasing with a hint ofughter at the end, "Then shall we go back and admire some more?"


    "Fu Sichen!"


    A year apart, and that mouth is still as sharp as a dog''s.


    Fu Sichen said no more, started the car, and drove towards Sujing Garden.


    Twenty minutester, all the lights in the living room were turned on.


    It was almost like¡ª


    Interrogating a suspect??

 Chapter 3: Unite to Target Jiang Mian!

    <h4>Chapter 3: Chapter 3: Unite to Target Jiang Mian!</h4>


    Jiang Mian didn''t sit down immediately but instead looked tentatively at the calm-faced man before her.


    "What time is it now?"


    Jiang Mian looked at the wall clock. "1:47."


    Great, this man was about to do a full reckoning after autumn.


    "Drinking with so many men at the bar at midnight?"


    Jiang Mian, feeling somewhat guilty, didn''t dare look at Fu Sichen.


    The maic field between the two was strange; she had casually brought a man home to deal with her family, but Fu Sichen''s charm made her both love and fear him.


    "Mrs. Fu, not seeing you for a year, that''s quite a big greeting for your husband."


    Jiang Mian, knowing she was at fault, but upon hearing this sentence she instantly felt emboldened. "You know it''s been a year, you heartless man..."


    Tears were welling up in the corners of her eyes as she said aggrievedly, "Those who don''t know would think I''m after some tonic love, a husband who might as well not be there."


    "Coming back today without even messaging me, and now at this hour, you harshly question your wife..."


    "Fu Sichen! You bastard!"


    After Jiang Mian finished her outburst, she even secretly admired her own lifelong acting skills; it would be a pity not to grab an Oscar.


    With downcast eyes, she even managed to squeeze out a few tears.


    Under the warm yellow light, the woman''s somewhat disheveled hair made her look especially pitiful.


    Fu Sichen''s eyes deepened, his lips curling into an elusive smile as he intently watched the woman before him.


    A year had passed, and Mrs. Fu''s "skills" hadn''t diminished.


    Incidentally, Fu Sichen found this routine most appetizing.


    He stepped forward and wrapped the aggrieved woman in his arms. "Yeah, I''m a bastard."


    Fu Sichen''s deep ck eyes betrayed no emotion; he curled the corner of his lips and directly lifted Jiang Mian up. "A bastard who''s been vegetarian for a year really needs some meat to make up for it."


    !!!


    When Jiang Mian was ced on the bed, the mattress even bounced slightly.


    Her mind went nk, temporarily failing to catch up.


    All that floated in her mind were the fleeting spring dreams while dozing off.


    Until a scorching, tender kissnded on her, the warmth of his breath gradually heating up.


    The deep and handsome man before her gradually merged with the man in her dreams.


    Fu Sichen''s voice was husky. "Don''t space out, Mrs. Fu, it''s time to get serious..."


    Indeed, being vegetarian for too long, once he started on meat, things progressed uncontrobly.


    Jiang Mian, with a hoarse voice, cursed the man above her, "Fu... Fu Sichen! Get lost!"


    The man, far from angry,ughed softly, his thin lips resting at her ear and chuckled deeply. "It''s awful duty, aggressively fulfilled."


    Damnwful duty, aggressively fulfilled.


    Jiang Mian bit her lower lip, almost swallowing back the curses that had reached her lips.


    Because¡ª


    A new round wasing.


    ...


    The next day, as dawn broke, Jiang Mian was hazily awakened by the vibration of her phone on the bedside table.


    She fumbled to answer the call, "Hello."


    "Jiang Mian! What did you dost night! How did it end up at the police station, you didn''tmit any crimes, did you!!"


    Her agent Luo Ting''s barrage of questions sobered her quite a bit.


    "Ah, it''s a misunderstanding, nothing major."


    Luo Ting on the other end was nearly furious, "Nothing major, just go check the trending searches, you''re at home and can answer the call, right?"


    "Right..."


    Before Jiang Mian could finish, a "beep" came from the other end.


    Luo Ting decisively hung up the phone.


    Just as she was about to turn over and check the trending searches, her whole body was incredibly sore.


    "Hisss¡ª"


    It hurt like hell.


    Fu Sichen had no concept of cherishing the fairer sex.


    With pain, she opened Weibo''s hot search¡ª


    #JiangMianAtPoliceStation#trending


    #JiangMianPC#trending


    #JiangMianFlowerVaseBeautyCopses#


    ...


    She clicked in; it was a paparazzi-exposed Weibo, the images being the ones she was taken from the bar with Su Lixing and a group of handsome young men into a police carst night.


    The high-resolution photos left Jiang Mian unsure where to even begin exining.


    She had pockets of valuable resources in the entertainment circle and was already the envy of many, and now everyone jumped at the incident for an opportunity to target her.


    The main drive was a united front against an outer enemy, targeting Jiang Mian!


    [I mean, even a flower vase beauty, I wouldn''t want such a tainted vase.]


    [ying so wildly, could a dozen handsome guys even handle it?]


    [This nation-wrecking siren, and Jiang Mian''s patron still supports her, man your circle really knows how to y tsk tsk tsk.]


    [Jiang Mian, such a useless vase should just roll out of the entertainment circle and be a decoration, absolutely useless.]


    ...


    Jiang Mian emotionlessly switched to an alternate ount and typed out a line¡ª


    [Pfft! Jiang Mian''s patron is supporting her, don''t be envious jealous or hating~]


    That''ll show them!

 Chapter 4: The Male Model Also Includes Breakfast Service

    <h4>Chapter 4: Chapter 4: The Male Model Also Includes Breakfast Service</h4>


    Jiang Mian had just sent the message and tossed her phone aside, not wanting it to affect her mood.


    "What''s wrong?"


    From her side, Fu Sichen''s husky, maic voice rang out.


    Jiang Mian nced over to see the man in a ck robe, leisurely drying his short hair, with the cor slightly open revealing faint red scratch marks.


    She paused for a second, her mind filled with images of Fu Sichen''s enticing figure beneath the robe.


    Fu Sichen sat down in front of her and seriously asked, "Does it still hurt?"


    Nonsense!


    You try it and see if it hurts.


    It''s easy for you to say when you''re not the one in pain.


    "Then I''ll be gentler next time."


    "..."


    Just as Jiang Mian was about to curse the dog of a man, the doorbell rang.


    Fu Sichen stood up, "I''ll go check."


    Who could it be at this hour...


    Sister Ting!


    She grabbed Fu Sichen, "Wait! Don''t go!"


    Fu Sichen''s eyes lifted slightly; he looked down at her as she half-knelt on the bed: "Hmm?"


    Jiang Mian''s brain worked furiously, she stood up and pushed Fu Sichen into the bathroom: "Don''te out, absolutely not, I''ll exinter."


    "Snap!"


    Jiang Mian quickly shut the bathroom door, straightened out her pajamas, making sure there were no marks, and then went to open the front door.


    "What''s the matter, that doorbell has been ringing for half an age without being answered."


    Luo Ting walked in, scanning the room.


    Jiang Mian poured some water for her agent: "Didn''t you see the trend on the hot search? I was at the police station until 1 a.m. yesterday. I needed a beauty sleep to recover."


    Luo Ting looked disapprovingly at her artist: "Madam, with the hot search being such a mess, only you could still sleep soundly, what a carefree heart you have."


    "Why should I be angry about nothing? In the end, it''s me who would be hurt."


    You may not be angry, but I''m about to die of anger.


    Luo Ting was about to say something when a noise of something falling on the floor came from the master bedroom.


    ?!!!


    Jiang Mian''s nerves suddenly snapped, what trick was Fu Sichen up to now!


    Luo Ting gave Jiang Mian a look and headed straight for the master bedroom.


    "Hey! Sister Ting!"


    Jiang Mian immediately blocked Luo Ting''s path: "It might be the wind, you don''t need to go in."


    Luo Ting: "Do I look like a fool to you? Madam, some things we should be aware of."


    She said and then sidestepped Jiang Mian to push the slightly ajar door open.


    The image of a man picking up a belt while wearing a robe entered both of their sights.


    "You... Jiang Mian!"


    Luo Ting turned her head to look at the guilty Jiang Mian and nearly fainted from anger.


    Five minutester, the three of them sat in the living room, eyeing each other in silence.


    Luo Ting stared at the pair in front of her, speechless for quite some time: "Turns out you really did bring a male model home, Jiang Mian, you... you''re really going to be the death of me!"


    "I''ll go make breakfast, you two chat."


    Luo Ting looked incredulously at Jiang Mian; since when did male models offer breakfast services.


    "I suppose I''ve really fallen for you."


    Fu Sichen had already changed into a white undershirt and shorts, the contrast with his wheat-colored skin creating an immense allure.


    Jiang Mian, unhurriedly, pushed the water ss toward Luo Ting: "Sister Ting, have some herbal tea, it''ll cool you down."


    "Cool me down? Jiang Mian, you''re driving me insane day by day."


    She hadn''t even gotten over this morning''s incident, and now there was another.


    It was only a matter of time before she''d be frightened into a heart attack.


    "It''s a long story..."


    Jiang Mian paused for two seconds and sniffed: "I''m kind of hungry, shall we eat first?"


    Just as Luo Ting was about to blow her top, her phone rang: "What?!! The hot search has been taken down?! They''ve cleaned up everything!"


    Jiang Mian''s brow twitched.


    Trouble.


    The elders had intervened...


    Sure enough, as soon as Luo Ting hung up the phone on her end, Jiang Mian''s phone rang.


    She answered it, keeping the phone a little away from her ear.


    The voice of an agitated woman came from the earpiece: "Jiang Mian! What have you done, to have such a scandal hit the hot search! Do you know that cheating in a military marriage is illegal?!!"


    Hot search? Military marriage?


    Luo Ting narrowed her eyes, looking at her own artist.


    This ancestor was definitely hiding a whole lot more.

 Chapter 5: His Purebred Bin

    <h4>Chapter 5: Chapter 5: His Purebred Bin</h4>


    Jiang Mian immediately soothed her mother over the phone, "Ms. Jiang, have you heard the rumors? Yesterday, I was with Susu, there was really nothing going on."


    Jiang Yutian didn''t listen to a word and continued to chatter, "I mentioned Xiao Chen is still in the army. If he knew about this, he''d be so disheartened. Aren''t you satisfied with having such a husband?"


    Just as Jiang Mian was about to continue defending herself, a strong hand snatched the phone away, "Mom, it''s me, Fu Sichen."


    Upon hearing Fu Sichen''s voice, Jiang Yutian''s tone lightened up quite a bit.


    Fu Sichen took the phone to the kitchen, cradled it between his head and shoulder, and continued talking to Jiang Yutian while cooking.


    Jiang Mian sat on the sofa, hands crossed in front of her chest, her face rxed.


    Dealing with her mother was still something her son-inw was better at.


    "Pulled from trending searches?"


    "Fake marriage?"


    And that "mom"?


    Luo Ting sorted through her thoughts and could guess a bit, "Go on, tell me. Besides being close friends with Su Lixing, what other explosive secrets about you do I not know?"


    The entertainmentpany Jiang Mian was at belonged to the Su Group, which was Su Lixing''s family''s entertainmentpany.


    Initially, when Luo Ting was assigned to guide Jiang Mian, she was surprised, but after seeing Jiang Mian, she didn''t ponder much.


    She just knew that the woman in front of her would be famous sooner orter, solely based on her stunningly beautiful face.


    After getting to know her, Luo Ting realized Jiang Mian was no ordinary girl. Thepany''s resources were amazingly good, and many things were taken care of for her. Plus, her asionally capricious temper, a vengeful nature, and an indifferent attitude toward fame...


    Even the treasures at home were worth more than her appearance fees.


    This ancestor didn''t seem here to work; she seemed here to y.


    Now, it seemed only a powerful family could have pulled those trending searches.


    "The eldest daughter of Lin Group."


    Jiang Mian didn''t hide it anymore and showed a bit of herself as she spoke.


    Luo Ting was stunned for two seconds, feeling like her CPU suddenly went on standby.


    Five secondster, she reconnected, "Lin Family? Like that super-rich, super-rich Lin Shengqiang listed on the wealth rankings?"


    Jiang Mian''s delicate brows slightly raised, "Sounds like a nice name for my real dad, doesn''t it?"


    "Damn! Jiang Mian! What are you doing in the entertainment circle, experiencing life?"


    Something urred to Jiang Mian, and her soft lips curved in a smirk that was not quite a smile, "To present a Golden Horse Film Award to make the old man happy."


    "..."


    She felt like she was hit by Versailles.


    "And who''s that guy?"


    "Her husband."


    Fu Sichen hung up and ced the phone on the coffee table, then looked up at the woman sitting on the sofa.


    Their gazes met, Jiang Mian didn''t dodge, her red lips slightly upturned,zily sizing him up, "And it''s the legal kind, too."


    "Every Waterloo of my life is in front of you." Luo Ting opened up her phone reluctantly yet adoringly, "Time to prepare another press release for your uing romance."


    "Let''s have breakfast first."


    Fu Sichen brought out hot milk from the kitchen, setting the table with all of Jiang Mian''s favorite breakfast items.


    Jiang Mian was already starving, "Sister Ting, let''s eat together."


    She must havee over early without eating.


    Out of respect for Jiang Mian, Luo Ting still wanted to rify who the man sitting across from her was, "Excuse me for asking, Mr. Fu, but what do you do?"


    Fu Sichen''s expression was nd, his tone unemotional, "I''m a soldier."


    "Just a soldier?"


    Jiang Mian took a sip of milk, "Oh, he really is purely military, doesn''t have any other status."


    "Oh~"


    She looked meaningfully at her artist, no wonder.


    It seemed some aspects were indeed very possible.

 Chapter 6: Starting to Feel Sorry for My Husband?

    <h4>Chapter 6: Chapter 6: Starting to Feel Sorry for My Husband?</h4>


    *


    After dinner, Jiang Mian wasforting a guilty Su Lixing while chasing after a drama series.


    This woman wished she coulde over apologizing every step of the way.


    Luo Ting took a folder out of her bag, ced it on the coffee table, and gestured for Jiang Mian to look at the main content inside.


    It was a variety show called "Join the Army, Rookie."


    "They reached out to us a few days ago. I think it''s really suitable for your transformation."


    Jiang Mian took a quick look, her pretty face fell, and her voice feigned a bit of grievance, "Sister Ting, knowing my status, are you nning to send me to a transformation show..."


    "Take a serious look, this variety show has high attention, and its purpose is also very good. It''s very suitable for your transformation now. Do you want to keep being called a vase beauty forever?"


    "Plus, with the current situation, look at the trending search, it''s been removed, but what''s the use? Everyone has seen it. You need a variety show that can quickly gain fans and transform you, and this one is very suitable."


    "I don''t want to go."


    Such a heartless woman!!!


    Luo Ting was still not giving up, "Don''t worry, although it simtes the army, it definitely won''t be that tiring. When the transformation is sessful, do you still fear being far from the Movie Queen?"


    Jiang Mian''s beautiful eyes were slightly moved when they heard "Movie Queen."


    Luo Ting thought there was hope.


    But the next second was an even more heartless refusal from her, "Not going."


    Luo Ting stood up, "I''ll leave the material here; you can think about it more, there''s still time."


    Jiang Mian nodded perfunctorily and then put this matter out of her mind.


    *


    Due to the turmoil of the previous night, Jiang Mian really didn''t want to go out today and lied back down in bed.


    She slept soundly until nine o''clock the next morning.


    Just as she was about to turn over, she discovered an unmistakably well-defined hand around her waist.


    !!!


    Fu Sichen''s fingers were very beautiful, especially tough from the years of military training, and felt a bit rough to the touch, but his wheat-colored skin looked particrly abstemious and sexy.


    "Fu Sichen, didn''t you go back to the barracks yesterday?"


    She had been too busy to askst night.


    After all, he hade back after disappearing for a year.


    Pressing against her pale back, Fu Sichen''s voice was low and husky,zy from just waking up, "Hmm, I''m resting for a couple of days, nning to go with you to see mom and dad."


    Hmm?


    She had been busy and forgotten about it.


    After Jiang Mian got married, her parents required them toe home for a meal on the fifth of every month; when Fu Sichen was around, the two would go together and y the loving couple, but when he wasn''t, Jiang Mian would happily go by herself enjoying her peace.


    Fu Sichen turned over to face Jiang Mian and pulled her tightly into his embrace, his chin resting against her hair, "No rush, it''s still early, let''s sleep a bit more."


    When the two finally got up, it was already half-past ten.


    Sitting in the car, Jiang Mian checked the online reviews.


    Emmm...


    The reviews were terrible.


    "Why are their little mouths even more eager than mine?"


    As she spoke, Jiang Mian tossed her phone on the back seat, resting her chin on her hand and gazing through the window at the passing scenery.


    Her lips slightly pursed, shezily thought about what Sister Ting had said yesterday.


    If she kept being just a vase, it indeed seemed like the Movie Queen was quite far off.


    If the transformation seeded, her range of roles would certainly be broader.


    Throughout her career, she had mostly yed the roles of the second or third beautiful women; to be nominated, she needed the support of a major female lead IP.


    It seemed that just this wouldn''t be enough.


    "Thinking about something?"


    A man''s refreshing voice pulled back Jiang Mian''s thoughts, and she turned her gaze to see him driving with one hand and swallowed.


    The damn man had gotten even more handsome.


    Life is so unfair!!


    Suddenly, Jiang Mian disyed a sly smile, "Fu Sichen, is it tough in the military?"


    "Hmm?" Fu Sichen seemed to think of something, his thin lips slightly curved, hooking a light tail tone, "Why? Starting to feel sorry for your husband?"

 Chapter 7: I Have a Good Brother

    <h4>Chapter 7: Chapter 7: I Have a Good Brother</h4>


    Jiang Mian tugged at the corner of her mouth, "I think you can take a nap at the old house."


    It wasn''t even evening yet, and dreams were already starting.


    A trace of a smile crossed Fu Sichen''s face, and he tapped his fingers on the steering wheel, feeling somewhat pleased.


    The only people they encountered at the Lin Family''s old house, besides the butler and Aunt, were nowhere to be seen.


    Jiang Mian nestled directly onto the sofa, her gaze ncing at the man outside on the phone.


    His clear, slender fingers were holding the phone, with a clean and sharp haircut; his straight back seemed to carry a glow under the sunlight, and Jiang Mian unconsciously propped up her chin and scrutinized him carefully.


    To be honest, marrying Fu Sichen for his looks had been a very correct decision to this day.


    After all, aside from his asional disappearances, this man was quite alright in other aspects.


    "Is he very handsome?"


    Jiang Mian nodded up and down, her lips curling up without once dropping.


    "Do you not want him to return to the military?"


    Jiang Mian paused for two seconds, "A little, but it''s okay."


    "Just have a kid early."


    Huh??


    Jiang Mian turned her head, and Ms. Jiang''s face was only 3 centimeters away; they nearly bumped into each other.


    "Mom, what are you sneaking around for?"


    Jiang Yutian straightened her back, "What? Do I have to sneak around in my own home?"


    "Of course not."


    Nothing is more important than mom.


    Jiang Yutian nced at her son-inw, who was on the phone outside, then turned to her daughter, "How long is Xiao Chen staying this time?"


    A mother-inw''s satisfaction with her son-inw grew with each look.


    It was just a pity that she rarely saw him.


    Jiang Mian shook her head, grabbing a grape from the table and popping it into her mouth, "I have no idea; hees and goes without a trace."


    Jiang Yutian lightly patted Jiang Mian''s hand, "Really, it''s all because we spoiled you. Sit properly, girl. Since everyone''s here today, your father said he has something to talk to you about."


    As those words fell, Fu Sichen had just ended his phone call and came in along with Lin Chen.


    "Brother."


    Lin Chen, in a suit, probably just came back from thepany. He looked at his sister, who was nestled on the sofa, and said with a smile, "I''ve been pleasantly surprised by the trending searches these past few days."


    Always making fun of her.


    Jiang Mian sat up and bowed to Lin Chen, "Then I''m also thankful to my brother for helping me get off the trending searches. The toughest backer on the, thank you for your hard work."


    After Jiang Mian entered the entertainment circle, her brother often had to clean up after her.


    "An Era of Competing Brothers"


    I have a good brother.


    "Everyone''s here, let''s call Aunt Zhang to start dinner."


    Lin Shengqiang came down from upstairs, still holding a pair of reading sses.


    The family began to take their seats, and Lin Shengqiang turned the conversation to his cherished daughter who was eating happily, "Xuanxuan, your mom and I discussed it, and we think you shoulde back to be a full-time daughter."


    "Or go to thepany. You have a double degree from college, and there are plenty of positions for you to choose from."


    A trap.


    The thought of it made the food in Jiang Mian''s mouth tasteless, and she pursed her lips as she looked at Lin Shengqiang, "Dad, can''t you let me enjoy a meal in peace? It''s been a long time since I tasted food from home."


    "That''s why I''m saying, be a full-time daughter,e back any time, y wherever you want, and if you have time, you can look for Xiao Chen, how nice."


    Jiang Mian hadn''t expected her father to follow through so smoothly.


    Truly shooting oneself in the foot.


    On the verge of tears.


    Lin Chen chimed in, "Right, it''s nice. It''s not as though I have to clean up your mess every day. My money-making hands are getting worn out wiping your butt."


    Jiang Mian red at Lin Chen, who actually wasn''t helping her.


    Indeed, people change.


    A lifeline suddenly shed through her mind, "Since everyone is here today, I also have something to announce."

 Chapter 8: Testing if it works

    <h4>Chapter 8: Chapter 8: Testing if it works</h4>


    Jiang Mian even deliberately straightened her back and cleared her throat lightly twice, "It''s like this, a variety show has approached me recently, and it''s a great opportunity for my transformation. Plus, it''s quite challenging, involving a month of training in the army."


    "If I go, I will not be far from the Golden Horse Film Award."


    After saying this, Jiang Mian looked proudly at her own father, "Old man, we''re getting close to bringing you the Golden Horse Film Award. Aren''t you looking forward to it?"


    Her eyes sparkled as if she was waiting for everyone''s response.


    The three people nced at each other and Lin Shengqiang cleared his throat, "Let''s eat, let''s eat."


    Hmph.


    They didn''t even give any feedback, not believing in me.


    Fu Sichen wrapped his arm around Jiang Mian''s slender waist and whispered in her ear, "I support you."


    Jiang Mian turned her head and almost kissed Fu Sichen, the thin lips of the man slightly curled, and a sense of dominance loomed over her.


    That expression...


    Damn man!!


    He''s probably waiting tough at me.


    Three pairs of eyes stared intently at their heavy, intermingling breaths.


    Until¡ª


    "Thest fish soup is here, Miss and our son-inw are really affectionate. This fish soup is good for the body, drink more of it."


    Aunt Zhang brought thest bowl of soup to the table, teasing Jiang Mian as she couldn''t help herself.


    Jiang Mian averted her gaze, her earlobes slightly warm under her hair. She stammered twice, her voice carrying a coquettish tone, "Aunt Zhang... don''t tease me anymore."


    Aunt Zhangughed twice, "Okay, I won''t say anything more, you two go ahead and eat."


    This meal, the family very tacitly avoided the significant announcement Jiang Mian had just made.


    *


    After dinner, the three men disappeared, leaving Jiang Mian a bit bored. Just as she was about to get up and look for Fu Sichen, Luo Ting''s relentless calls came through.


    Jiang Mian hesitated for two seconds but still answered, and before she could speak, a barrage of words almost drowned her¡ª


    "Have you made up your mind, ancestor?"


    "It''s been almost 24 hours since yesterday to this point, haven''t you decided yet?"


    "Madame, I have been waiting all night for your news."


    "I guarantee my personal reputation that you will absolutely love this show."


    ...


    "Stop! Hold it!"


    When Jiang Mian woke up today and saw the 99+ messages on her phone, she was grateful that she had her phone on sleep mode, otherwise, she would have been bombarded to death by her dear agent.


    She swung on the swing twice, her fine white fingers wrapped around her phone, pausing for two seconds, "Seeing as you''re so sincere, I''ll consider it."


    "Don''t consider, just say you want to go."


    Luo Ting felt that she had to lock down this ancestor for life, damn it, how can she be so bewitching, and yet so willingly cajole her.


    Poisonous!!


    "Tomorrow, there''s a magazine shoot, I''lle to pick you up in the morning. Be careful tonight."


    Hearing the end, Jiang Mian''s voice carried augh, "I tell you, Agent Luo, knowing too much isn''t a good thing, and besides, my husband isn''t that capable; he can''t do it several nights in a row."


    Luo Ting "tsk-tsk" twice, "Young people, take care of your health."


    Jiang Mian couldn''t have felt morefortable after satisfying her desire to speak her mind.


    Just after she hung up the phone, a deep and crispugh came from behind her.


    !!!


    Jiang Mian felt a chill on her back and turned around to face Fu Sichen''s handsome visage, which at the moment bore an expression full of deep meaning.


    She felt a little guilty, wondering why every time she spoke ill of someone they would catch her.


    Such bad luck.


    Fu Sichen leaned against the wooden post next to the swing, his tall figure appearing somewhatnguid, the smile at the corner of his mouth had yet to fade, seemingly waiting for an exnation from the woman before him.


    Jiang Mian bit her red lip and quickly adjusted her expression, walking towards Fu Sichen and proactively wrapped her arm around his strong one, "Where did you go just now? I''ve been looking for you for a long time."


    Fu Sichen''s eyes darkened withughter as he looked at the woman next to him, his voice dragging with a maic ending as he leaned close to Jiang Mian''s pale ear, "Searching for me to verify whether¡ª"


    "I can¡ªor¡ªcan''t?"


    !!!!


    Jiang Mian immediately felt a flush from her earlobes to her entire body.


    Whether you can or not is none of my damn business!!!

 Chapter 9: Appreciate in Detail

    <h4>Chapter 9: Chapter 9: Appreciate in Detail</h4>


    "Am I interrupting something?"


    Azy voice broke the "standoff" between the two.


    Both of them looked over.


    "Brother, howe you walk without making a sound?"


    Jiang Mian touched her ear and stepped back, maintaining a certain distance from Fu Sichen.


    Lin Chen did not speak and looked his sister and brother-inw up and down.


    "Mind''s not here, ming me for being silent, what a good little sister I have."


    Lin Chen''s words wereced with a sarcastic tone. He sat down at a stone table nearby and carelessly began pouring tea.


    After a while, he took a sip and lifted his eyes towards Jiang Mian, "Are you really nning to go on that variety show?"


    "Ah?"


    Jiang Mian immediately responded, "Of course."


    If she hadn''t achieved anything, she really would have to go home and be a full-time daughter.


    She was not willing to do that.


    And moreover¡ª


    It wasn''t a joke to be a Movie Queen.


    It was real.


    Lin Chen had just inquired about the variety show and considering his sister''s pampered nature, he was worried she was really going to suffer: "You should ask your husband how tough it is in the military, with your insured pretty face, if anything happens, I''d like to see what you''re going to do."


    Jiang Mian hesitated for a second after hearing her brother''s words.


    Rough words but the rationale is sound, her brother really could quickly grasp her weak point.


    No!


    She couldn''t back down now after announcing it to the family, that wouldn''t be Jiang Mian''s style.


    "Right, I''ve got a military husband, what''s there to fear? I can get some advance coaching, do some physical training."


    Lin Chen nced at Fu Sichen, then at his own sister.


    Sigh.


    Like amb to the ughter.


    How naive.


    The weather in Su City was unpredictable. As dusk fell, sparse raindrops pattered against therge French windows.


    The master bedroom on the second floor of Sujing Garden was still lit with a dim yellow light.


    Jiang Miany listlessly in the middle of therge bed, swallowing to moisten her dry throat.


    The man beside her revealed his superior muscle lines, his whole body exuding an overpowering sense of power as he looked sideways at the "sulky" woman.


    Jiang Mian turned over and waved her hand, "No more, no more, I''m tired, let''s continue another day."


    There was no sound from the man behind her, and just as Jiang Mian was about to turn around to check, she was pulled straight into his embrace.


    !!!


    "Mmm!!"


    "What are you doing!!"


    "Fu Sichen!!"


    Jiang Mian looked up at the man above her, breathing slightly rapidly, a flush at the corners of her eyes, "Today''s training stops here."


    "Mm."


    The man responded softly but showed no intentions of letting her go.


    ??


    "What''s this then, admiring beauty?"


    A chuckle emerged from Fu Sichen''s throat; Mrs. Fu seemed to still have the energy to think about other things.


    "Mm, admiring beauty."


    The next second, the man gripped Jiang Mian''s slender waist and said word by word, "Closely, closely, appreciating."


    Wuuu...


    No escape now.


    The next day


    When Jiang Mian groggily woke up, her whole body was limp, swollen, and sore.


    The aftereffects of that physical training were too much.


    Especially thest sentence she heard before losing consciousnessst night¡ª


    "So, am I capable, or not?"


    Sly devil!


    He really would stop at nothing to achieve his goals.


    "Awake?"


    Jiang Mian followed her gaze to the man standing in front of a full-length mirror putting on his military uniform.


    Indeed, clothes make the man¡ªwho would have thought that this man, so full of masculinity, was such a beast underneath??


    After Fu Sichen finished dressing, he walked over to the bed and bent down to kiss Jiang Mian on the forehead, "I have to go back now. Breakfast is on the table, and I''ve stocked the fridge with meals for the week. Remember to eat."


    Jiang Mian nodded, unclear if she was still half-asleep or unsure what else to say, as she listened to the sound of the front door closing downstairs.

 Chapter 10: The Grudge of the Dog Man

    <h4>Chapter 10: Chapter 10: The Grudge of the Dog Man</h4>


    *


    By the time Luo Ting picked up Jiang Mian, it was already approaching noon.


    The post-rain Su City emitted a sultry breath that somewhat repelled people.


    "I tell you, grandma, you really know how to dawdle¡ªit''s sote already, be careful or people will say you''re acting like a diva again."


    Jiang Mian, d in a silver sequined dress with spaghetti straps, her hair ebony and skin like snow, had eyes glistening withziness¡ªa breathtaking sight.


    Upon seeing Jiang Mian at that moment, Luo Ting''s words got caught in her throat.


    Considering she looked this stunning today, Luo Ting decided not to lecture her.


    Yet, this woman couldn''t help herself, murmuring faintly, "Not bad, it''s just 12:29."


    The business magazine photoshoot was scheduled for 12:30.


    Luo Ting grumbled, "Nice job cutting it close."


    Jiang Mian responded confidently, "Of course, after all, not everyone has this skill."


    It wasn''t until they entered the air-conditioned photography studio that Jiang Mian felt much morefortable.


    Luo Ting, walking and looking down, briefed Jiang Mian on today''s shooting details, advising her to be mindful of her behavior.


    Afraid that this ancestor would stir up trouble again.


    Seeing the woman beside her silent, Luo Ting was about to say something when, out of the corner of her eye, she saw a faint pink mark on her lower back.


    !!!


    She sharply inhaled a breath of cold air and quickly grabbed Jiang Mian, who was about to move forward, "Wait a second."


    Hmm??


    Luo Ting looked around nervously, relieved to see everyone busy with their tasks.


    "Sister Ting, what''s wrong?"


    Luo Ting lowered her voice, "What''s up with your lower back?"


    Jiang Mian''s beautiful eyebrows knitted slightly, then rxed as she smiled indifferently, "Oh, that. I didn''t notice it. Just cover it up."


    "Really? I wonder who said yesterday that her husband wasn''t up to par."


    Jiang Mian helplessly waved her hand, "Damned man holding grudges, always has to prove himself."


    "..."


    For a moment, Luo Ting wasn''t sure whether this wasining or showing off.


    "Be extra careful today¡ªL Brand really values the private lives of their artists. The incident a few days ago almost led to a contract termination. If it weren''t for the official documents and the quick cooling of hype, you would''ve lost this endorsement a long time ago."


    "How has L Brand not terminated the contract, letting her continue the shoot¡ªare they giving her that much face?"


    No sooner had Luo Ting spoken than a shrill, harsh voice came from behind a nearby curtain.


    Hmm.


    Interesting.


    Jiang Mian stopped in her tracks, with no intention of moving.


    Luo Ting nced at the calm-faced woman, her beautiful eyshes slightly lowered, the smile on her lips inscrutable.


    A calm before the storm.


    Her mind was already shing through various public rtions ns.


    "Who knows, maybe the sponsor pacified her again, otherwise why would the trending search drop so fast? People who don''t know might think they own Weibo."


    "Just as expected of a pretty vase, no wonder she''s thriving without much substance."


    "Exactly, it''s a pity we didn''t get enough gossipst time. I would love to see more drama, especially if she got dumped by the sponsor¡ªthat would be interesting."


    Jiang Mian chuckled gracefully, and suddenly the voices behind the curtain stopped.


    Trouble!


    Countdown to explosion.


    Luo Ting was prepared to intercept her artist when suddenly, without even blinking, Jiang Mian headed into the photography studio, raising her voice a few notches, "Sister Ting, in this sultry weather, why not buy everyone some watermelon to munch on and quench their thirst?"


    "Ah?"


    What kind of script is this?


    "All right! Guaranteed sweet!"


    She immediately walked up to Jiang Mian''s side, "Miss Jiang, what are you ying at this time?"


    The stranger Jiang Mian acted, the more uneasy Luo Ting felt.


    ording to the usual pattern, it would be benevolent of her not to have gone up and started a physical altercation.


    What is this today¡ª


    A change of heart?


    Reinventing herself?!


    Thinking this, Luo Ting showed a relieved smile, "You''ve grown up, be sensible."


    Jiang Mian looked sympathetically at her agent beside her, "Sister Ting, look at you, spouting nonsense all nervously."


    Still the familiar vor.


    Definitely misced trust.


    "So you''re really letting it go?"


    "Letting it go."


    Just as Luo Ting was about to unleash a stream of ttery, she heard Jiang Mian''s next words, "And find an opportunityter to bundle them up and teach them a lesson in how to behave."

 Chapter 11: Going on a Variety Show

    <h4>Chapter 11: Chapter 11: Going on a Variety Show</h4>


    *


    "Oh, by the way, I''ll go on that variety show."


    Hmm?


    Hmm?!!


    Luo Ting sat in the nanny car, looking at the woman next to her with a shocked expression, casually sorting through the photos she just took.


    She pushed away the tablet in Jiang Mian''s hands, touched her forehead, and sized her up by grasping her arm for a long time, "You are Jiang Mian, right?"


    Jiang Mian pped Luo Ting''s hand away, "Genuine, I suggest you quickly contact the production team, I might change my mindter..."


    "Hello? Is this Director Xu?"


    "Yes, yes, our Jiang Mian is willing to join the variety show."


    "The contract? Of course, the sooner the better, I''lle to get it from you this afternoon."


    "Thank you, thank you, Director Xu."


    Jiang Mianughed out loud, "Indeed, not giving me any chance to regret it."


    Luo Ting finished the call in one go and put her phone aside, "This is called quick decision-making, learn from it."


    Jiang Mian thought of something.


    She unlocked her phone and found the man at the bottom of her chat list.


    Jiang Mian: [What do you do in the military? /curious.jpg/]


    Missing person on the red list: [?]


    Jiang Mian''s fingers paused on the keyboard for two seconds and then exited the chat page.


    Forget it, better not ask Fu Sichen.


    What he does in the military are all rugged man-making programs; surely the production team wouldn''t be so cruel to them, the artists.


    Just then, the man in the military, seeing the page change from "typing..." to "Jiang Mian," slightly furrowed his brows.


    He was about to type when noise came from the door, "Captain Fu, those people are here again. This time the deputy director said that you must meet them no matter what."


    Fu Sichen''s lips thinned, he put on his camouge military hat and walked out, "Hmm, let''s see."


    "I really don''t understand why they are so persistent, especially after your clear refusal, and Captain Fu, you are about to retire."


    "Since the deputy director mentioned it, let''s take another look and refuse clearly."


    Fu Sichen''s voice was calm, showing no ups and downs.


    The voices of the two gradually faded away...


    -


    A weekter, "Enlist, Rookie" was officially announced for recording.


    When the production team made the announcement, they didn''t specify who would participate in the recording, maintaining high confidentiality.


    However, the novel theme and the teaser video made people extraordinarily pumped, drawing a lot of attention.


    At the same time, the director decided to strike while the iron was hot, choosing to broadcast the first episode live, with edited versions toeter.


    By then, they were already standing at the military base''s training ground.


    The orderly ranks shouted, "One! Two! Three! Four! One two three four!"


    Helicopters hovered in the air; tanks moved across thend under the sunlight, glistening beautifully.


    They were all extremely shocked by such a scene.


    Jiang Mian was particrly shaken up, as she had expected the team to simte, but they had brought the real deal.


    From the helicopter, ropes swung down, and one after another, instructors in camouge and protective goggles slid down.


    Efficient and imposing.


    The three men walked towards them in unison, the leader''s boots thumping, his waist belted with a gun, his body upright and imposing.


    [This I can handle!!! Lin Xiaoxiao watched officially.]


    [c! I''m dying, so the good-looking ones really do get summoned by the country, when do I get assigned one?]


    [Though they''re dressed, one can still tell your muscles aren''t very evenly toned, suggest you alle to my ce, let me guide you.]


    [Put away the map of Yan Country and those shorts.]


    ...


    Initially, the live chat viewers were skeptical and sneering at seeing Jiang Mian, but now it had turned into unanimous "So handsome" and various fiery remarks.


    Jiang Mian stared at the man approaching, her expression turning exceptionally "pleasing," her beautiful red lips slightly parted, "Fu Sichen?"

 Chapter 12: Scum

    <h4>Chapter 12: Chapter 12: Scum</h4>


    She even blinked her eyes¡ªhow could Fu Sichen possibly participate in such a program.


    It wasn¡¯t until the three men stood still before them that a deep and powerful voice rang out, "Salute!"


    The man removed his helmet and sses, and his deep, profound ck eyes met Jiang Mian¡¯s.


    It was just a moment before he quickly looked away.


    !!!


    How much had the program team spent to get the busy Fu Sichen to show up?


    Countless question marks shed through Jiang Mian¡¯s mind.


    Fu Sichen¡¯s expression was nd, with a trace of sharpness in his eyes and brows, "Hello everyone, I am Fu Sichen, the captain of the Thunder Martial Assault Team, and I will be your instructor from now on."


    Jiang Mian¡¯s thoughts were pulled back by the sound of this familiar voice.


    "Stand properly, don¡¯t move!"


    On one side of Jiang Mian was a spirited young actor, Wei Zhouchen, who even had a bit of a "chunibyo" air about him.


    Startled by the shout, everyone straightened up and dared not move.


    Fu Sichen stood in front of their line, "Next, we¡¯ll go from left to right for self-introductions."


    After the first few people finished their introductions, it was Jiang Mian¡¯s turn. She stared at Fu Sichen, looking somewhat absent-minded.


    Fu Sichen¡¯s gaze skittered across her face like a dragonfly touching water, and he called out sternly, "Jiang Mian! Is there something on my face?"


    ??


    Bullying by relying on one¡¯s power.


    And it¡¯s not known who¡¯s the one who acts like a randy dog whenever they meet at night.


    [Hahahaha, she got scolded, Jiang Mian is staring at the soldier brother like she wants to devour him]


    [It¡¯s just like my husband to scold someone so satisfyingly]


    [What¡¯s with Jiang Mian¡¯s expression, acting so haughty on a variety show, you¡¯re going to get kicked by your sponsors]


    [Exactly, getting on such a show and still carrying such an arrogant vibe, the sponsors don¡¯t care about you anymore]


    Her voice was calm, without any fluctuation, "My name is Jiang Mian, from Su City, 25 years old this year."


    The real culprit!


    Fu Sichen¡¯s expression didn¡¯t change much, and his gaze quickly moved to the next person.


    "You have two minutes to put the things you need into the boxes in front of you. Do not bring anything not allowed in the army."


    Fu Sichen started the stopwatch, "The timer starts now."


    Everyone immediately went to open their luggage, selecting what needed to be put in.


    Though Jiang Mian had a husband who was a soldier, she had only a vague idea of what was required by the military. She didn¡¯t know which items to keep in her packed suitcase.


    She dumped all her personal clothing into the box and was torn over the various skincare products.


    Fu Sichen eyed the woman in front of him and checked the stopwatch, "One more minute."


    Jiang Mian lifted her gaze meaningfully to look at the man now standing above her.


    A conniving jerk, settling personal scores publicly.


    How could he treat his own wife like this.


    Holding her breath, Jiang Mian randomly picked a few bottles of skincare and sunscreen to put in the box.


    "Time¡¯s up, back to your ces."


    Fu Sichen frowned slightly, bending down to inspect the bottles and jars, "Yours?"


    Wei Zhouchen nodded carefully.


    "A big man getting a bit more sun won¡¯t hurt, don¡¯t bring these in."


    His steps stopped in front of Jiang Mian, pausing for two seconds, "Just bring one of these identical bottles."


    Jiang Mian met his still cold and reserved gaze, an "question mark" slowly forming in her mind.


    They had been married for at least a year now¡ªsuch a typical man!!!


    She would definitely make Fu Sichen bow his head and recognize what these things were when they got home.


    Jiang Mian bit her lip and said word by word, "Instructor, these are a set, not the same thing."


    Fu Sichen watched Jiang Mian¡¯s threatening expression and the fleeting smile on his thin lips, "Oh~ then keep two bottles, two bottles are always better than one."


    Others might not understand, but Jiang Mian caught the undertone in his words.


    This man really held a grudge!


    Just because she said he wasn¡¯t up to snuff, he really cared about face.

 Chapter 13: Belt

    <h4>Chapter 13: Chapter 13: Belt</h4>


    After some rest, Fu Sichen looked at Lin Chuan, "Let me introduce Lin Chuan, the squad leader of the new recruits."


    Lin Chuan saluted them, "Lin Chuan, squad leader of the Thunder Martial Assault Team."


    "Next, go back to the dormitory, remove your makeup, change into your military uniform, and gather in the training field in half an hour."


    "Remove makeup?!"


    Another girl, Xiang Mo, was somewhat surprised.


    Fu Sichen¡¯s voice deepened, "Is there a problem?"


    "No... no problem."


    "Then hurry up, if I don¡¯t see you in half an hour, you¡¯ll face the consequences!"


    The live broadcast was cut off, and on the ck screen, a line of text appeared¡ª


    [Due to makeup removal and changing of clothes, the live broadcast will pause. Please wait for a moment, see you in half an hour!]


    [The show really goes big, now I want to see if the ¡¯entertainment circle vase beauty¡¯ title is truly deserved]


    [Honestly, Jiang Mian¡¯s beauty is recognized in the industry, but I¡¯m really curious about her without makeup]


    [Wow, wow, wow, I can see my daughter¡¯s bare face, our Xinxin is also super beautiful without makeup!]


    [Wei Zhouchen!!! Brother¡¯s bare face is supreme! My Zhouzhou beats everyone hands down]


    Even with a ck screen, the barrage didn¡¯t stop.


    Six people grabbed their belongings and ran to the dormitories, not daring to slow down at all.


    "Oh my god, I thought the simted military would be a bitx, but this is way too strict."


    "Yeah, and having to remove makeup; I just broke out a few days ago."


    Jiang Mian came in with the makeup remover oil, hurriedly running, and the two immediately stopped their conversation.


    Hmm?


    Those two seem a bit afraid of her?


    But she didn¡¯t take it to heart and quickly started to remove her makeup, taking some water.


    The title "Vase Beauty" wasn¡¯t given lightly.


    The camera specifically gave the three of them a close-up of their face washing.


    After all, the bare-faced state of female stars is always a trending topic.


    After Jiang Mian removed her makeup, there were still droplets on her face as she ran with the washbasin towards the dorm.


    !!!


    At the doorway of the dorm, she almost collided with Fu Sichen, who instinctively supported Jiang Mian¡¯s waist with his hanging hand.


    "Done washing?"


    Fu Sichen¡¯s gaze swept from Jiang Mian¡¯s clean, bare face to her military wear.


    Jiang Mian was dressed in a proper army green T-shirt, but the military trousers were loose and baggy around her hips, exposing a good portion of her slender waist with a slight raise of her arm, enough for his palm to wrap halfway around.


    "... Why aren¡¯t you wearing your belt?"


    Jiang Mian felt guilty yet defended herself vigorously, "I don¡¯t know how."


    Managing a female star¡¯s figure isn¡¯t a one or two day affair.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s waist was slender, and the belt was much toorge; she didn¡¯t know how to tie it and had nned to figure it outter given the time constraints, or maybe cover it with a jacket so it wouldn¡¯t be visible.


    Now she had been caught red-handed.


    Jiang Mian raised her proud face, thinking quickly, "Instructor Fu, you¡¯ve already wasted two of my thirty minutes; you can¡¯t dock me pointster if my belt isn¡¯t done."


    As Jiang Mian was flipping the situation on its head, a pair of warm hands already touched her.


    !!!


    She suddenly looked up and locked eyes briefly with Fu Sichen¡¯s indifferent gaze.


    Damn!


    What was this man plotting?


    He had just scolded her fiercely, and now he was touching her, especially with cameras all around them.


    Fu Sichen, head bowed and silent, adjusted the belt around her waist.


    Yu Xinting and others came chattering out of the bathroom and immediately fell silent at the scene outside the door.


    Without even lifting his gaze and appearing unfazed, Fu Sichen adjusted the belt to the proper position in a few movements.


    Unsure whether it was intentional or idental, as Fu Sichen was fastening her belt, his palm slid down the small of her back twice before quickly letting go.


    "Done."


    As if he hadn¡¯t seen anyone else, Fu Sichen was about to check on the boys¡¯ side when Yu Xinting stopped him, "Instructor Fu, my belt is also too big."

 Chapter 14: Captain Fu’s Mouth Twitches

    <h4>Chapter 14: Chapter 14: Captain Fu¡¯s Mouth Twitches</h4>


    Her eyes conveyed some expectation, as if she were waiting for Fu Sichen¡¯s response.


    Fu Sichen looked towards Jiang Mian, "Did you understand how to do it when I tied it for you just now?"


    Before Jiang Mian could say anything, Fu Sichen spoke in a calm voice, "If you understood, then tie hers. We¡¯re gathering downstairs in five minutes, noteness allowed."


    All three of them watched Fu Sichen¡¯s retreating figure, and a silence fell over the dormitory.


    Jiang Mian was okay, her gaze shifting to Yu Xinting, "Shall I do it, or do you want to do it yourself?"


    Yu Xinting didn¡¯t speak, but for a moment really didn¡¯t know how to react.


    "If you¡¯re not going to say, I¡¯ll take that as agreement for me to do it."


    Jiang Mian didn¡¯t waste time either, she directly started adjusting the belt for her using the method she was shown earlier.


    "We can go down now, otherwise we¡¯re definitely going to be punished with extra training for beingte."


    She put on her hat and ran downstairs, Xiang Mo nced at the time, "We should hurry too, there¡¯s not much time left."


    Although Yu Xinting was still a bit ufortable from before, she still quickly ran downstairs.


    After all the people gathered, Fu Sichen spoke leisurely, "Good, the first assembly was timely. The most crucial thing in the army is the concept of time."


    "Today¡¯s first training content is running, starting at 3 kilometers."


    "Ah..."


    Immediately, noises emitted from the group.


    "An ¡¯Ah¡¯ adds an extra kilometer, make it 4 kilometers."


    Silence returned to the crowd; everyone held their breath, not daring to speak out of turn.


    Fu Sichen held the stopwatch at the starting line, his hand dropped, "Run."


    The timing started.


    Three boys quickly took the lead, sprinting ahead.


    Xiang Mo and Yu Xinting were running side by side, even chatting, leaving Jiang Mian trailing behind.


    But Jiang Mian maintained a pace that was mostfortable for her.


    She was well aware of her own stamina. In order to perform a few minutes of fluent fight scenes, she had been consistently practicing dancing and fitness, so a 3-kilometer run wasn¡¯t particrly challenging for her.


    The live broadcast had already resumed.


    [This woman is such a fake. My daughter was shooting a water scenest week without a stunt double. She had just gotten over a serious cold but could run to the front. Is she trying to act weak for her image?]


    [How much money did Jiang Mian¡¯s sugar daddy give to the production team, huh? Other celebrities are without makeup but Jiang Mian is in light makeup, right?]


    [Is Jiang Mian¡¯s bare face real? Are we talking no makeup?]


    After twops, it was clear that everyone¡¯s overall speed had slowed down.


    Especially Yu Xinting and Xiang Mo, who had been chatting earlier, now barely had the energy to open their mouths, gasping for breath.


    "Don¡¯t stop, keep running, an extrap for anyone who does."


    People who were already contemting walking picked up their pace a bit and continued running.


    Jiang Mian steadily caught up with theps she had fallen behind.


    She didn¡¯t pass Yu Xinting and Xiang Mo, maintaining her pace behind them.


    [Jiang Mian¡¯s methods of showboating are truly diverse.]


    [Pure outsider here, but isn¡¯t this rivalry too intense? Jiang Mian¡¯s looks are stunning, and it¡¯s normal for her to have her own running rhythm.]


    [+1 And obviously, she¡¯s concerned about the two ahead. Otherwise, with her speed, she would have already been in front.]


    [Yo, yo, yo, is the sugar daddy feeling pity now, hiring water soldiers?]


    [The sister above, you must be joking, why would a sugar daddy let Jiang Miane here? She¡¯s clearly been dumped.]


    The livements quickly scrolled by.


    "Captain Fu, she is..."


    Fu Sichen¡¯s thin lips curved slightly, "You noticed it too."


    Lin Chuan figured out what Fu Sichen meant; it appeared Yu Xinting and Xiang Mo normally didn¡¯t exercise much, suddenly running 3 kilometers was surely too much for them.


    Jiang Mian was following behind because she worried something might really happen and she could reach out to help them.


    The smile at Fu Sichen¡¯s lips slowly faded, yet his eyes remained intently fixed on that familiar silhouette.


    Still the same old style...


    Something came to mind, and Fu Sichen chuckled deeply, quickly returning toposure.


    "Call the medic, bring some sugar water or something."


    Lin Chuan was totally confused, was Captain Fu¡¯s mouth twitching?? Want to smile but not smiling, truly elusive, he agreed and ran towards the infirmary.

 Chapter 15: No Need to Show Off

    <h4>Chapter 15: Chapter 15: No Need to Show Off</h4>


    The boys had sessively reached the finish line, and Fu Sichen pressed the stopwatch, "Don¡¯t sit down; keep walking."


    He spoke while his gaze still rested on the slowly emerging figure.


    Before Yu Xinting could step over the finish line, she was about to copse, murmuring, "I... I can¡¯t go on."


    Jiang Mian quickly supported her; she leaned heavily on Jiang Mian. Since she had stopped and her legs were too weak, she just sat down on the ground, and Yu Xinting fainted outright.


    "Yu Xinting! Wake up!"


    Jiang Mian pushed her, but Yu Xinting didn¡¯t respond.


    Lin Chuan rushed over with a medic and a stretcher and took her straight to the infirmary.


    "Everyone go to the infirmary and have some sugar water to recover."


    [My God, is the intensity that high to make someone faint on the first day?]


    [What¡¯s wrong with my daughter, Baby Yu, don¡¯t scare me]


    [To be honest, if Jiang Mian hadn¡¯t helped just now, we might be calling an ambnce right now]


    [I¡¯m suddenly seeing her in a new light; a pretty face isn¡¯tpletely useless after all]


    Fu Sichen¡¯s gaze shifted to the woman sitting on the ground rubbing her legs. He squatted in front of her, effectively blocking the live camera, and reached out to massage Jiang Mian¡¯s ankles and calf muscles through the rough military pants, "Can you walk?"


    Jiang Mian, sweaty and flushed, nced at Fu Sichen with a mixture of annoyance and anger.


    If it hadn¡¯t been for the all-nighters Fu Sichen made her pull before filming the show, would her stamina be this poor?


    It was downright embarrassing.


    Jiang Mian brushed away Fu Sichen¡¯s hand and tried to stand up by leaning on the ground, but,cking the strength, she sat back down.


    A hint of amusement flickered in Fu Sichen¡¯s dark eyes as he extended his hand and helped her up, "No need to push yourself; I¡¯ll support you to the infirmary."


    [Suddenly shipping them a little]


    [Jiang Mian is letting go of her sugar daddy, now flirting with the instructor! There goes my good impression of him]


    [Damn! My daughter is still passed out, and here you are flirting]


    ...


    Among countlessments, a few expressed being "shipped," and many bombarded the scene with messages.


    "Xiao Zhang, film more of this, it¡¯s easy to editter, and we¡¯ll have topics and hype when the timees."


    The director sat in the room, ideas whirling in his mind as he watched the scene before the camera.


    *


    Infirmary


    After a brief rest, Yu Xinting stilly on the hospital bed unconscious with an IV drip in her arm, and the barrage was a mix of sympathy and scolding the crew.


    Wei Zhouchen stared intently at Jiang Mian, who was slightly sweating at the temple, with a thick smile, "Sister Jiang Mian, you must exercise quite often, to be so calm andposed, truly impressive!"


    He had seen clearly that among the three men, aside from the fitness fanatic Xie Shuanghao for whom 3 kilometers was a breeze, he and Teacher Wu Jun felt somewhat inadequate.


    [Holy shit, what are you doing, kid!!]


    [Zhouzhou, be careful with your gaze; not every woman is open to your flirting]


    [Damn it, Jiang Mian casts spells!!!]


    [After all, she¡¯s a deadly beauty, I think I¡¯m spellbound too, damn she¡¯s gorgeous]


    Jiang Mian¡¯s lips curled slightly, her voice raspy from the run, "I do exercise asionally, but it really is a bit much under the sun, you guys have better stamina."


    She wasn¡¯t very familiar with the others and was just being politely responsive.


    "Being modest, Sister Jiang Mian, we should hit the gym together sometime, I¡¯ve been working outtely too."


    Jiang Mian paused for two seconds, the smile remaining on her lips, "If there¡¯s a chance, sure."


    It had been a long time since she encountered such a forward younger brother.


    Jiang Mian smiled without taking it too much to heart.


    Just as Fu Sichen walked in, he caught their cheerful interaction, his lips tightening as he silently passed for two seconds, "Have some honey water to replenish yourselves."


    He handed cups of honey water to everyone.


    Jiang Mian held the honey water, the sweet aroma wafting to her nose.


    This honey water...


    Was from the same brand as the one at home.


    The treatment in their army was indeed not bad.

 Chapter 16: Jiang Mian, You Stay Behind

    <h4>Chapter 16: Chapter 16: Jiang Mian, You Stay Behind</h4>


    Fu Sichen looked at everyone resting and said, "You can go have a meal now, and then take a two-hour nap afterward."


    "And make sure you all eat enough. Ladies, don¡¯t hold back. It wouldn¡¯t look good if you faint from low blood sugar."


    Fu Sichen¡¯s gazended on Jiang Mian when he said this.


    Jiang Mian thought Fu Sichen was hinting at her, so she pretentiously nodded in agreement.


    Now wasn¡¯t the time to offend Fu Sichen, after all, the proverb goes, ¡¯A barking dog never bites.¡¯


    Unexpectedly, in the next second, Fu Sichen¡¯s gaze fixed on Jiang Mian, and he said calmly and clearly, "Jiang Mian, you stay, everyone else can go to eat."


    Huh??


    What was Fu Sichen up to with this mysterious act?


    He really was unpredictable.


    As everyone else headed to the dining room, Fu Sichen nced at the camera about to be shoved in their faces and said, "Some military matters are not suitable for broadcast; please excuse us, Director."


    Jiang Mian: ?? What the hell?! Fu Sichen, don¡¯t you dare put me in trouble.


    Director¡¯s team: This isn¡¯t part of the procedure?!


    Xiao Zhang: Should I stay or should I go... save me, please!


    Audiencements: [??? What the heck are these two up to alone together!!! Jiang Mian, don¡¯t ruin my husband]


    Yet Fu Sichen spoke with such logic and reason, no one could discern any issue.


    Xiao Zhang, who had been following Jiang Mian, obediently left after receiving instructions from the director¡¯s team, and the live feed switched back to the dining room, leaving this side in the dark.


    Jiang Mian looked at Yu Xinting, still unconscious on the bed, then turned towards Fu Sichen, her arms crossed, and asked faintly, "What¡¯s the matter?"


    Humph!


    With no one around, there was no need to pretend anymore.


    Fu Sichen suddenly picked up Jiang Mian, causing her to exim in surprise.


    "Fu Sichen, what are you doing? Put me down."


    Fu Sichen,posed, walked towards the inner sickbed and said, "This room isn¡¯t soundproof. If you don¡¯t want people to misunderstand, it¡¯d be better if you kept your voice down."


    Damn it!!


    The scoundrel¡¯s learned to threaten now!!


    Truly¡ª


    A colossus of ultimate deception!


    A bully riding on power!


    Absolutely intolerable!


    Jiang Mian felt her knowledge of idioms was getting pretty good.


    Fu Sichen ced Jiang Mian on the sickbed, her legs dangling off the edge.


    "Give me your hand."


    Jiang Mian frowned slightly but still instinctively stretched out her hand.


    Fu Sichen examined her open palm, his eyes and brows showing a touch of concern, "Don¡¯t you know when it hurts?"


    Her normally fair and clean palm now bore some dirt and several obvious scratches oozed with blood.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s skin was delicate to begin with; even though the abrasions were minor, they looked quite distressing against the surrounding skin.


    Fu Sichen said this while searching for alcohol to disinfect her wound.


    "Hiss¡ª"


    The sting of alcohol on the cut made Jiang Mian instinctively want to withdraw her hand, but the man gripped it firmly, saying, "I¡¯ll be gentle."


    As he spoke, he blew on the wound, and the cooling sensation seemed to lessen the pain.


    Fu Sichen quickly treated the wound and applied a band-aid, "Be careful not to get it wet for now, and change the band-aid often. You can remove it before sleeping to prevent the wound from getting inmed due to the heat."


    He continued to inspect her other hand while he spoke and wiped it with a disinfectant wipe he picked up from nearby.


    Seeing Fu Sichen crouch down, Jiang Mian immediately grabbed him, "What are you doing?!"


    "I¡¯m checking if you hurt your legs when you fell."


    Jiang Mianughed at Fu Sichen¡¯s worried expression, "Are you silly? I didn¡¯t fall on my knees just now, I¡¯m not injured."


    At Jiang Mian¡¯s words, Fu Sichen immediately caught the important part, "You fell on your butt?"


    "Stop, that¡¯s enough."


    If they continued, this man would certainly insist on checking whether her butt was injured, which would be way too embarrassing.


    Jiang Mian held her stomach, her voice soft with a hint ofining and aggrieved, "Training all morning without even a bite to eat..."


    If there was something Jiang Mian was adept at, it was acting pitiful and sweet.


    Fu Sichen¡¯s maic voice wasced withughter, "Alright, let¡¯s go eat. Make sure to speak up if you¡¯re injured."


    Now he was worried.


    And who was it that acted cold-hearted and upromising before?


    Jiang Mian hopped off the bed and patted the dust off Fu Sichen¡¯s shoulder, "If you treat us better, how could we get injured, right?"


    Fu Sichen looked at the woman in front of him, who was deliberately provoking him, with a yful gleam in his eyes and a low chuckle.


    Mischievous Mrs. Fu.


    Jiang Mian walked out without looking back and immediately saw Yu Xinting sitting up with wide, round eyes, "You... you guys?"

 Chapter 17: Is Three Minutes a Short Time?

    <h4>Chapter 17: Chapter 17: Is Three Minutes a Short Time?</h4>


    Jiang Mian nced at Fu Sichen, whose expression was as serene as still water, as if nothing had happened.


    She was about to speak when she heard Yu Xinting¡¯s next words, "You guys actually know each other!"


    Oh~


    So, it was just an acquaintance.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s red lips curved slightly as she stepped forward, "I didn¡¯t really want others to know about this, but he¡¯s a friend of my brother. I didn¡¯t expect to run into him here, and I never imagined you¡¯d find out."


    Yu Xinting nodded at this exnation, "No wonder your conversation earlier felt so familiar."


    Fu Sichen stood by quietly, watching the woman¡¯s exnation.


    The medical room suddenly fell silent.


    "Thump thump thump."


    A knocking sound came from outside, "Captain Fu, sorry to disturb you, but everyone has finished lunch, and we should..."


    Photographer Xiao Zhang had no choice but toe online reluctantly.


    The director¡¯s team was pushing to make progress on the schedule.


    Fu Sichen walked over to open the door of the medical room unhurriedly, and the live broadcast resumed.


    [That close-up shot, my husband is so handsome!!]


    [Can I sign up for a package distribution? I¡¯m the first to volunteer!]


    [So what did they end up doing inside, where is Jiang Mian!!]


    [They wouldn¡¯t do anything, after all, Yu Xinting is still there]


    [Please, Yu Xinting is still passed out]


    The barrage had just moved past thisment when Jiang Mian and Yu Xinting walked out from the inside.


    "Captain Fu, we¡¯re off to eat."


    Jiang Mian, holding Yu Xinting¡¯s hand, didn¡¯t look back as they headed straight for the dining room.


    Fu Sichen watched the "escaping" figure of the woman, his thin lips curved imperceptibly.


    Just as Xiao Zhang was about to lug his camera and follow, he was stopped by Fu Sichen, "Xiao Zhang, was there something you needed from me?"


    [Why do I feel like Captain Fu is up to no good?]


    [+1, smiling with a knife behind the back]


    [Xiao Zhang: Danger! I¡¯m just a miserable worker]


    [When did Jiang Mian and Baby Yu get along so well?]


    Xiao Zhang awkwardly chuckled twice, "Nothing much, Captain Fu. The director just came to check on the schedule, there¡¯s no problem. I¡¯m going to follow and shoot Teacher Jiang now."


    He also scrambled away after finishing his sentence.


    Captain Fu¡¯s almost but not quite smiling face was really scary.


    By this time, Jiang Mian and Yu Xinting had already walked quite a distance when Yu Xinting tugged at her sleeve and withdrew her hand.


    ??


    Jiang Mian looked at Yu Xinting, "Are you afraid of me?"


    Yu Xinting felt a bit guilty, but still pretended to be indignant, "No! Of course not."


    Her own voice grew softer toward the end.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s beautiful eyes fixed directly on Yu Xinting¡¯s slightly uneasy gaze, "Mmm-hmm, lying will make you ugly, you know."


    Yu Xinting immediately red at Jiang Mian, her tone fierce, "That¡¯s not true! You¡¯re talking nonsense!"


    "Pfft¡ª"


    Jiang Mian couldn¡¯t help butugh out loud, the first time she had seen someone so contradictory.


    Quite interesting.


    Yu Xinting, even more irritated by Jiang Mian¡¯sughter, asked, "What are youughing at, what¡¯s so funny?"


    Jiang Mian, with a tone of gravity, patted her shoulder, "I¡¯mughing at the fact that I scared you so much, I had no idea I was so formidable."


    In the industry, there were plenty who disliked her, hated her, and wished her dead.


    And those who liked her were few and far between, but this was the first one who was scared of her.


    "Let¡¯s not talk about that now, let¡¯s eat first, or you¡¯ll pass out again during the devilish training this afternoon."


    *


    After lunch, the two of them returned to the dormitory to wash up and fell asleep immediately, thoroughly exhausted from the morning¡¯s training.


    "Ring¡ª"


    A shrill ringing suddenly sliced through the silent room, incessant.


    Jiang Mian covered her ears and sat up.


    A loud voice came from downstairs, "Recruits! Gather downstairs in three minutes! Don¡¯t bete!"


    Upon hearing this, they all quickly scrambled out of bed.


    Only¡ª


    "Help!"


    "Mom!"


    "My legs..."


    Even Jiang Mian could feel her own legs were particrly sore and swollen.


    Fu Sichen truly yed fair, showing no mercy to his own beloved wife.


    The three of them supported each other as they got out of bed and struggled to get dressed, putting on their hats and shoes.


    "One and a half minutes left!"


    The three made a beeline for the door and ran downstairs to the formation, gasping for air as they stood in line.


    "Time¡¯s up."


    Fu Sichen nced at his stopwatch, observing the somewhat disheveled new recruits before him, his brow slightly furrowed, "Was three minutes too short?"


    Wei Zhouchen nodded his head and then immediately started shaking it the instant he met Fu Sichen¡¯s gaze.

 Chapter 18: Creating an Iron-Blooded yet Tender Persona

    <h4>Chapter 18: Chapter 18: Creating an Iron-Blooded yet Tender Persona</h4>


    "In the afternoon before military training, there is something for the girls."


    Fu Sichen took out three bottles of sunscreen from his pocket and handed them one by one to the three girls in front of him, pausing slightly when he reached Jiang Mian. "I asked for permission from the director¡¯s team, and it¡¯s approved to reapply now."


    "Thank you, Instructor."


    Jiang Mian os: This jerk finally got a clue; he finally knows how to be sweet to his wife.


    Only when she took the sunscreen from Fu Sichen did she look up at him.


    Why would this man have this sunscreen...


    No, no.


    It must be that the show¡¯s crew is preventing advertising by using in white bottles just like her own.


    "Reporting, Instructor! I want to apply too!"


    Fu Sichen looked at Wei Zhouchen. "What¡¯s the reason?"


    "With pride," said Wei Zhouchen, "Sunscreen."


    "Do you want to join the women¡¯s squad?"


    Wei Zhouchen was speechless, unable to muster a response.


    "Men should tan a bit more, do you want to glow white and be the brightest star in the night sky?"


    "Pfft¡ª"


    Laughter suddenly erupted from the crowd.


    The livements went wild¡ª


    [Hahahaha, Zhouzhou don¡¯t be sad, sister will bring you some sunscreen]


    [Sorry, as a Zhouzhou¡¯s mom fan, I am dying ofughter here]


    [My husband is really tough yet tender, oh!]


    [I always feel like something sketchy is going on between Jiang Mian and my man]


    [Instructor¡¯s got jokes hahaha]


    After Jiang Mian finished applying the sunscreen, she nced at Fu Sichen again, and this time he caught her looking.


    "Jiang Mian, you have something to say?"


    "..."


    Seeing Fu Sichen¡¯s almost-smiling face, this man was setting her up again.


    Really makes you want to show everyone what a jerk he is when he¡¯s out of this uniform.


    Her mind raced, "It¡¯s my first time using this kind of sunscreen, it smells quite different."


    "Yes, it has a faint herbal scent, Instructor Fu can I get a private link please?" Yu Xinting unexpectedly echoed Jiang Mian¡¯sment.


    Fu Sichen cleared his throat slightly, "Put it aside after use, prepare for training!"


    "Everyone¡¯s got it!"


    "Attention!"


    "At ease!"


    "Look to the right!"


    ...


    Jiang Mian was sure of one thing.


    This man was definitely burning the candle at both ends.


    This sunscreen was exactly the same as the one she usually used, absolutely no difference.


    She has had delicate skin ever since she was little, turning red when sunburned and even peeling when it¡¯s severe; this was custom made by a professor of pharmacology especially for her.


    Absolutely unique.


    The jerk stole her sunscreen then crafted a tough yet tender persona.


    Exactly.


    It had to be that.


    *


    The group was taken to the training field.


    "I have a rough idea from this morning¡¯s run, and we¡¯ll continue with physical training this afternoon."


    With the morning¡¯s experience under their belt, they hardly dared say much.


    Fu Sichen continued, "Attention, look to the right, each person stand in front of a mat."


    The group quickly shuffled and positioned themselves in front of the mats.


    "Lin Chuan."


    "Here!"


    "Lie down, prepare for the stomach lift."


    "Yes!"


    Lin Chuany down on the grass, lifting his legs diagonally upwards.


    The camera, apart from giving Lin Chuan a close-up, purposefully swept over the expressions of six people.


    [My conscience won¡¯t hurt, it¡¯s both funny and sad]


    [Hahahahaha the synchronization of these six]


    [These guys have given up on managing their expressions]


    "Stomach lift, legs together, at a 45-degree angle upwards, hands by your seams, got it?"


    "Got it..."


    Fu Sichen¡¯s hoarse voice carried a sharp edge, "Louder! I can¡¯t hear you!"


    "Got it!"


    "Lin Chuan, get up, next, newbies, lie down, prepare for the stomach lift!"


    The groupy on the mats, the sunlight directly above particrly ring.


    On the live broadcast, a line of text indicated [Outdoor temperature 37¡ãC]


    [The crew really are not human!]


    [Where is this military unit located? It looks remote, I seriously suspect it¡¯s in a desert area]


    [Help, just watching makes me overheat, everyone¡¯s going to melt]

 Chapter 19: Abuse During the Day, Torture at Night

    <h4>Chapter 19: Chapter 19: Abuse During the Day, Torture at Night</h4>


    "One-minute countdown!"


    Fu Sichen nced at his stopwatch and announced, focusing on their poses, "Pay attention to your posture, hold it. If you fall, ten more seconds."


    About 40 secondster, everyone¡¯s legs were already shaking uncontrobly.


    Until Yu Xinting¡¯s legs dropped, followed by Xiang Mo and Wei Zhouchen.


    "Thirty more seconds! Keep going!"


    Wei Zhouchen sat up, the sunlight from above stinging his eyes, "Captain Fu, I really can¡¯t do it anymore. If this continues, I¡¯m going to break down."


    Fu Sichen, without a word, nced at the stopwatch then said, "Stop."


    The others also lowered their legs and sat up.


    "Get ready for push-ups!"


    "Ah..."


    There was another sigh of exasperation, even Jiang Mian didn¡¯t seem to have recovered yet.


    What kind of torture is this man inflicting? Torment at night, abuse during the day!


    Fu Sichen, unfazed, dered, "When one of you makes a mistake, your teammates will share the punishment. You are not alone in the military; you are all part of a whole. Get ready for push-ups."


    "Thirty! We move onto the next training only when you finish today¡¯s quota."


    [Captain Fu is really strict and fierce, but I love it!!!]


    [I really feel sorry for them, but it¡¯s so realistic, a real military is even more tiring.]


    [To be honest, Jiang Mian¡¯s physical abilities are not bad.]


    [How many inte armies did Jiang Mian pay for a good public image, anyway?]


    The six slowly started their push-up position.


    Due to the weather and their earlier exercise, they could barely exert any strength; a single push-up took forever, and they sometimes couldn¡¯t even go down.


    Thirty push-ups took ten minutes toplete.


    The groupy on the ground, unable to move.


    "Everyone, attention!"


    "Captain Fu!"


    Suddenly, a figure in camouge ran towards them from a distance.


    After a brief whisper, Fu Sichen¡¯s expression wasn¡¯t great; he nodded, "I¡¯ll be there in a moment."


    Fu Sichen decided to cut today¡¯s live broadcast short after discussing with the Director.


    [This is unexpected???]


    [Feels like something big is happening.]


    They just looked at each other, barely keeping in their smiles.


    Fu Sichen calmly and gravely said, "Due to an emergency, today¡¯s training ends here. Go back, rest well, learn the military songs, and prepare for the wee party tomorrow. Both boys and girls must put on a performance at least."


    As soon as he finished speaking, Fu Sichen ran towards the main gate.


    Jiang Mian watched his vigorous figure blur into the distance.


    "So, are we done here?"


    Wei Zhouchen couldn¡¯t quite believe what had just happened, his mouth agape.


    [Zhouzhou, watch your facial expressions.]


    [Hahahaha, they are really happy.]


    [It¡¯s like New Year¡¯s! It¡¯s like New Year¡¯s! Hahaha I¡¯m dying ofughter.]


    [Due to an emergency, today¡¯s live broadcast ends here. There will be recorded editster, thanks for your attention.]


    The broadcast was officially cut.


    Lin Chuan stepped forward and cleared his throat gently, "Those who feel unwell can head to the infirmary for some rest and help each other with massages. Dinner starts sharply at five, dismissed!"


    "What do you think, head back to the dorm?"


    Wu Jun, as the oldest among them, looked at the young faces before him.


    Jiang Mian was the first to suggest, "We can go to the infirmary together. After a day of intense training, we need some stretching and massages, or we¡¯ll really be broken tomorrow."


    "Right, let¡¯s go together and then go for dinner. After all, we are a team."


    Wei Zhouchen was the first to agree with Jiang Mian¡¯s suggestion.


    No one had any objections, and they all walked towards the infirmary together.

 Chapter 20: His Wife is Fair-skinned, Beautiful, and Well-figured

    <h4>Chapter 20: Chapter 20: His Wife is Fair-skinned, Beautiful, and Well-figured</h4>


    *


    "Hey, do you think Instructor Fu has a significant other?"


    As soon as Wei Zhouchen sat down, he started gossiping.


    Xiang Mo shook his head, "I don¡¯t think so, he seems like the busy type, but really handsome indeed!"


    Speaking of Fu Sichen, both Xiang Mo and Yu Xinting had stars of admiration in their eyes.


    A few people were excitedly discussing the instructor¡¯s gossip when Jiang Mian was sitting there, earnestly massaging her legs, without the slightest interest.


    "I see Teacher Jiang is really quiet, not saying a word."


    Jiang Mian rxed her hands after massaging for a while and said indifferently, "What were you just saying about what kind of person Instructor Fu likes? He definitely likes beauties."


    Before anyone could respond, someone outside picked up on Jiang Mian¡¯s words, "Exactly, exactly, our Captain Fu¡¯s wife is so beautiful, a real knock-out."


    "What?!!!!!"


    Aside from Jiang Mian, everyone else¡¯s mouths could now fit an entire egg.


    Lin Chuan brought in some ice, worried that some of them might suffer from muscle injuries, and happened to overhear the conversation inside, "Captain Fu, huh? He¡¯s been married for over a year, right? I heard his wife is an incredibly beautiful woman."


    Jiang Mian nced at Squad Leader Lin a couple of times, appreciative of his eloquence.


    It made everyone¡¯s mood better.


    "My God, I didn¡¯t expect Captain Fu to get married so early."


    After thinking for a bit, Lin Chuan added, "But Captain Fu only took a short marriage leave, and as far as I know, he¡¯s been moving around various military bases this past year, probably not having much time to see each other."


    Xiang Mo couldn¡¯t help but sigh, "Military wives really have it tough, especially a beauty like that."


    "Yeah, if it were me, I¡¯d feel too bad not going back to see my beautiful wife for a whole year. How beautiful must Captain Fu¡¯s family member be? Now I¡¯m curious."


    Lin Chuan thought for a long time but had no idea how to describe her until his gaze met Jiang Mian¡¯s.


    The woman in front of him had slightly curved red lips and beads of sweat on her forehead; her softly curled eyshes cast a shadow in the sidelight.


    He was slightly dazed.


    "Squad Leader Lin is asking you, what kind of great beauty is she?"


    Lin Chuan snapped out of it and stammered, "Probably someone like Jiang Mian, I guess."


    "Right, right, just like Jiang Mian. I remember at our Mid-Autumn Festival dinner, Captain Fu might have been a bit tipsy; it was the first time we saw him like that."


    "At that time, everyone was teasing him about not going home to spend time with his wife. Captain Fu said his wife had fair skin, a stunning figure, gorgeous eyes, just like a Persian cat."


    As Lin Chuan spoke, everyone nced at Jiang Mian, seemingly in agreement as they nodded their heads.


    "Damn! Captain Fu can be quite reservedly wild, surprisingly, surprisingly. Seeing him all stern every day, it scares the life out of me."


    Jiang Mian quietly nodded her head.


    More than just reservedly wild.


    You¡¯d be destroyed if you knew what he¡¯s like in private.


    "So Instructor Fu¡¯s like a military marriage, huh? That¡¯s really cool, awesome."


    Cool what cool.


    Jiang Mian pursed her lips; with Fu Sichen not around, things were okay, but once he was back, they would hardly leave bed for three days.


    Speaking of this, Lin Chuan nced at the camera, "Director, you can¡¯t broadcast this part, or you¡¯ll know the consequences without me saying."


    Sitting in front of the monitor, Director Xu felt a serious threat.


    Such explosive news was a pity to lose.


    "What a pity, Director Xu, you see, even Jiang Mian¡¯s expressions are quite a treat."


    One of the staff membersmented, and everyone exported a cut of Jiang Mian alone to watch it again.


    "Yeah, and you see, Yu Xinting kept looking at Jiang Mian too, it seems like she knows something."


    Director Xu thoughtfully suppressed the excitement in his heart and cleared his throat to address the staff, "Keep it for now; it mighte in handyter."

 Chapter 21: Honey, Take it Easy

    <h4>Chapter 21: Chapter 21: Honey, Take it Easy</h4>


    *


    Jiang Mian didn¡¯t return to her dormitory after dinner and decided to wander around the simted base set up by the program team.


    A one-to-one recreation; since she never visited Fu Sichen¡¯s real troops, checking out the simted one was also okay.


    "Captain Fu, we should still have the medice take a look. You have training tomorrow," came a familiar voice around the corner, causing Jiang Mian to frown slightly as she walked over.


    "No need, it¡¯s just a small injury, I can handle it myself."


    Lin Chuan hesitated, but due to themands from above, he agreed, "If Captain Fu needs anything, just let us know immediately."


    He had just turned around and nearly bumped into Jiang Mian: "Jiang Mian?"


    The familiar name caught Fu Sichen¡¯s attention, and the two of them locked eyes without saying a word.


    Jiang Mian nced around, "I was just taking a stroll, didn¡¯t expect to find you guys here."


    After saying this, Jiang Mian inexplicably felt a bit guilty, as if she came over because she heard Fu Sichen¡¯s name.


    Fu Sichen¡¯s voice was calm, "Lin Chuan, you go back first."


    Lin Chuan, somewhat puzzled by the two of them,plied, "Okay."


    Jiang Mian¡¯s eyes moved over Fu Sichen, sizing him up.


    Where is the injury?


    I can¡¯t see it.


    Fu Sichen, with lowered eyes, let out a few deep chuckles, "Stop looking,e inside."


    With that, he opened the door beside him and walked in.


    Huh???


    Is this his dormitory???


    Jiang Mian was taken aback for a moment before she heardughter from inside, "Miss Jiang standing out there isn¡¯t afraid of the director team secretly filming, right? You really won¡¯t be able to exinter..."


    "Bang!"


    Before the man could finish speaking, the door was shut.


    Jiang Mian surveyed the room¡¯s decor; it was very simple with a tofu-block quilt, clean and tidy desk.


    Hmm...


    Had Fu Sichen¡¯s obsessivepulsive disorder red up.


    Fu Sichen pulled up a chair for her to sit down, then turned around to look for something.


    "You still..."


    "Fu Sichen, what¡¯s with the cut on your arm!"


    Just as Jiang Mian came in, set toment on howfortable it was, she happened to notice the cut on the man¡¯s arm, blood-soaked into the camouge fabric.


    She hurried forward to check, while the man reassured her to sit down, "It¡¯s nothing, just a minor injury, I¡¯ll find the first aid kit and deal with it."


    Unable to restrain herself, Jiang Mian stood up and pulled Fu Sichen to the bedside, "You sit, I¡¯ll help you treat it."


    Realizing she might have said too much, Jiang Mian added another line, "I definitely don¡¯t want to be a young widow."


    Fu Sichen smiled and assured her in a deep voice, "Don¡¯t worry, I won¡¯t give you that chance."


    Jiang Mian found the first aid kit in the cab and conveniently grabbed a pair of scissors, "No choice, your shirt has to be cut."


    She had learned some wound-treating methods in college, and given the uncertainty of the injury and the potential adhesion of the fabric to the wound, Jiang Mian had to deal with the clothing first.


    "Rustle¡ª"


    The shredded fabric fell away, revealing the well-defined arm, and Jiang Mian suddenly didn¡¯t know what to do.


    Fu Sichen pursed his lips, his teasing tinted with amusement, "Mrs. Fu, if you keep looking like that, the blood might even have dried."


    "..."


    Jiang Mian¡¯s ears felt hot, her tone somewhat fierce, "Stop talking, or it¡¯ll hurt even more in a moment."


    She took a cotton swab with disinfectant and started to clean it, feeling as if she had seen this scene before.


    But the next second, the man¡¯s somewhat proud voice rang out, "Don¡¯t you feel like me helping you at noon and you helping me at night is just what married couples do?"


    "Hsss¡ª"


    "Gentle, wife."


    Still with the energy for sarcasm.

 Chapter 22: That voice just now sounded quite pleasant

    <h4>Chapter 22: Chapter 22: That voice just now sounded quite pleasant</h4>


    Jiang Mian threw away the disinfectant swab in her hand and red at Fu Sichen, "With the way you look, you¡¯re not dying."


    After a series of actions, Fu Sichen¡¯s wound had been cleaned and wrapped in white gauze.


    Now it was Jiang Mian¡¯s turn to sit down and "judge" the man in front of her.


    "Tell me, how much did the director¡¯s group offer to make you, Captain Fu, willing to show up?"


    Fu Sichen¡¯s thin lips pursed slightly, his interest piqued as he watched the woman with her arms crossed in front of him, "How much does Mrs. Fu think it should take for me to make an appearance?"


    Jiang Mian clicked her tongue and silently diverted her gaze.


    When did this man start being so electrifying.


    It¡¯s toxic.


    "And I haven¡¯t even started on you yet, you really know how to hit your own wife without feeling any pity. You have no idea how much my beautiful legs hurt today."


    Fu Sichenughed softly, reached out and pulled Jiang Mian onto hisp, his voice tender and doting, "Then let me massage them for you."


    "..."


    Has it been too long since she had seen Fu Sichen?


    His words always left her a bit speechless.


    Before Jiang Mian could react, Fu Sichen had already rolled up her pant leg.


    His rough palm was already on her delicate, slender leg, "Ah~ so ticklish!"


    Jiang Mian immediately covered her mouth.


    Damn it!


    What had she just said!


    Why did that sound so weird?


    Fu Sichen chuckled near Jiang Mian¡¯s ear, knowingly asked, "That sound was quite nice."


    Jiang Mian¡¯s mind exploded, her ears turning red spreading to her whole face, "I¡¯m not listening, shut up."


    She covered her ears while speaking, pretending to quickly forget the social faux pas that just urred.


    It¡¯s all Fu Sichen¡¯s fault.


    Years of military training had hardened his palms with calluses, while Jiang Mian¡¯s skin was softer and she was usually ticklish, bringing the two together created quite the chemical reaction.


    The manughed, his shoulders shrugging, his clear, deep voice trailing, "Compared to that, you scream much louder at night."


    Jiang Mian immediately scrambled out of Fu Sichen¡¯s embrace, her heart pounding violently.


    This was not a ce to stay any longer, otherwise she would be the only one at a loss.


    Jiang Mian scoffed, "Cut it out, Captain Fu and I are evenly matched."


    With that, Jiang Mian left without looking back.


    Fu Sichen watched the closed door and smiled softly.


    Mrs. Fu is still so easily embarrassed...


    *


    Jiang Mian returned to the dormitory to wash up and by then both of them had already gone to bed.


    Xiang Mo was the first to break the silence in the dormitory, "Hey, do you think we can get a good night¡¯s sleep?"


    Jiang Mian, sitting and patting on the water, said nonchntly, "It¡¯s doubtful, but since Fu S..."


    "Captain Fu is out on a mission, right? He couldn¡¯t possibly be torturing us in the middle of the night."


    She almost blurted out his full name.


    Jiang Mian felt particrly guilty after saying this, tormenting in the middle of the night was indeed his usual strategy.


    Hearing Jiang Mian say this, Xiang Mo¡¯s mind eased slightly, "But I wonder what performance would be better for us."


    Jiang Mian¡¯s gazended on Yu Xinting, "Don¡¯t we have Baby Yu who used to be in a girl group?"


    Yu Xinting was immediately stunned.


    Baby Yu?!


    Why would she call me Baby Yu?!


    Yu Xinting¡¯s facial expression was a mix of excitement and surprise, "I..."


    Jiang Mian, after touching her face, stood up, "Don¡¯t refuse, okay? You are the hope of our vige; you have to help us organize well."


    Somehow, upon locking eyes with Jiang Mian, Yu Xinting simply agreed, "Okay, I¡¯ll try."


    Jiang Mian looked at the younger sister in front of her, her expression showing a slight change and she couldn¡¯t help butugh.


    "Huh? Why are youughing?"


    Jiang Mian climbed onto the bed, "Because you¡¯re quite cute."

 Chapter 23: Jiang Mian, 30 Seconds Late

    <h4>Chapter 23: Chapter 23: Jiang Mian, 30 Seconds Late</h4>


    The room gradually quieted down, and everyone slowly drifted off to sleep.


    "Ding¡ª"


    A piercing bell rang throughout the nighttime base, persisting for a long time.


    Lights quickly lit up in each dormitory.


    "All new recruits, assemble at the training ground downstairs within three minutes!"


    Jiang Mian covered her ears and sat up.


    Fu Sichen!!!!


    Damn it!!!


    I¡¯m really angry!!!


    Lady Jiang Mian had a bit of a temper when waking up, especially when called upon at this hour.


    "If it¡¯s less than three minutes, everyone will be punished with running and squatting!"


    Three people initially wanted to linger in bed longer, but they hadn¡¯t expected the instructor to be so ruthless, so they still got up shakily and hurried downstairs to the training ground.


    By the time everyone had gathered, several minutes had passed.


    Fu Sichen¡¯s face did not look good as he held a stopwatch, scanning the group with disheveled hair and mismatched clothing.


    "It was a three-minute assembly, and now seven minutes have passed!"


    "With you all like this going into battle, the enemy would steal our homes before you¡¯d even woken up."


    At this moment, Jiang Mian was inwardly cursing at Fu Sichen to death, exhausted.


    "In the military, you should always be ready to assemble, not just think about sleeping peacefully at night. From now on, I¡¯ll call assemblies periodically at night, so everyone be prepared."


    "Today! Not a single neer was on time!"


    "Jiang Mian!"


    "Here."


    Although Jiang Mian responded, she didn¡¯t look directly at Fu Sichen.


    Damn it!!


    Stupid man!!


    Seriously harsh!!!


    "Thirty secondste! Do 30 frog jumps and additionally, run 3ps as punishment."


    Jiang Mian didn¡¯t respond to Fu Sichen but started doing frog jumps, clutching her head.


    "Yu Xinting! 35 secondste, 35 frog jumps, and run 3ps as punishment!"


    "Xiang Mo..."


    "Wu Jun..."


    ...


    One by one, Fu Sichen announced each person¡¯s punishment time, each differing from the others.


    In the shadowy training ground, figures ran past under the cold blowing wind, a deste chill filling the air.


    "Damn! If I had known, I wouldn¡¯t havee, enduring training all day long!"


    Wei Zhouchen chose to walk instead of run during his fourthp, cursing as he went.


    Upon seeing this, Fu Sichen blew his whistle, "Wei Zhouchen, add ap for walking."


    Wei Zhouchen remained indifferent, continuing his walk without any intention to run.


    Just as he passed by Fu Sichen, thetter pulled him over sharply, "Wei Zhouchen! Obedience is the most basic quality of a soldier, what are you doing now!"


    Wei Zhouchen shook off Fu Sichen¡¯s hand, "I¡¯m not a soldier, I¡¯m quitting. Do whatever you want, who trains people in the middle of the night, calling us at one in the morning!"


    "Now with frog jumps and running penalties, we¡¯re even wearing slippers! How are we supposed to run like this!"


    Fu Sichen covered his arm, "Since you¡¯re here, be responsible for your own choices. Stand here and watch me run!"


    "What¡¯s going on, why is Captain Fu running?"


    Jiang Mian turned towards Xiang Mo¡¯s voice and saw that Fu Sichen was already running towards them and quickly outpaced them.


    "Don¡¯t look, keep running. Don¡¯t rest until you finish."


    Jiang Mian watched the man ahead, feeling an indescribable sensation inside.


    Had Fu Sichen gone mad? His hand was injured, yet he was showing off his strength.


    By the time Lin Chuan arrived and saw what was happening, he immediately grabbed Wei Zhouchen by the cor, "Are you crazy? Captain Fu is running your penaltyps!"


    Wei Zhouchen felt a momentary pang of guilt but still pretended to be righteous, "That¡¯s his choice, he does this to us every day."


    "He got injured during a mission this afternoon!"


    After shouting, Lin Chuan ran towards Fu Sichen and stopped him, "Captain Fu, let me do it, you should rest."


    "No need, it¡¯s thestp, I¡¯ll finish running."


    As Jiang Mian finished her threeps, she looked at the troubled Lin Chuan and then towards Fu Sichen, "Instructor Fu... Fu Sichen, you¡¯re injured, your health is more important. Don¡¯t run."


    He really pushes himself too hard.


    "Lin Chuan, let go, that¡¯s an order!"


    Reluctantly, Lin Chuan let go.


    Fu Sichen started running again, and Lin Chuan had already gone to get the medical kit.


    Jiang Mian watched the distant figure, her heart inexplicably tightening...

 Chapter 24: Do You Realize Your Mistake?

    <h4>Chapter 24: Chapter 24: Do You Realize Your Mistake?</h4>


    "Captain Fu won¡¯t be in trouble because of this, will he?"


    Even Xiang Mo and Yu Xinting felt something was amiss.


    Xie Shuanghao took over the conversation, "Didn¡¯t we just hear the squad leader say Captain Fu was injured? I see that his right arm is moving with great difficulty."


    At that moment, Jiang Mian¡¯s mind buzzed, and a feeling she couldn¡¯t quite identify surged in her heart.


    Lin Chuan, in a frantic rush, had already run over with a medical kit and followed behind Fu Sichen, who had justpleted thestp.


    He wasn¡¯t particrly out of breath and walked up with a slight rise and fall in his chest, expressionless, staring at the line of people in front of him, "Do you all know what you did wrong tonight?"


    "We know!"


    "I can¡¯t hear you, louder!"


    "We know!"


    Fu Sichen¡¯s thin lips pursed without speaking, his gaze fixed on Wei Zhouchen, who hadn¡¯t opened his mouth, "Someone doesn¡¯t understand, so we¡¯ll wait until he does before we dismiss!"


    "Do you know what you did wrong?"


    "We know!"


    "Louder! Do you know what you did wrong?"


    "We know!"


    ...


    The empty training field echoed with shouts, and asionally birds sprang from the distant woods.


    Everyone¡¯s voices grew gradually hoarser, especially Fu Sichen¡¯s, "Do you know what you did wrong?"


    "We know!"


    "Wei Zhouchen, stop showing off. If you keep shouting, we¡¯ll all lose our voices."


    "Yeah, look at how anxious the squad leader is. I guess Captain Fu¡¯s wound has reopened. Wei Zhouchen, we¡¯re begging you, just say something."


    Fu Sichen¡¯s piercing gaze swept around, "Whisper again and you¡¯ll be punished with more running."


    "Do you know what you did wrong?"


    "Report!"


    Just as everyone was about to shout those few words again, Wei Zhouchen gritted his teeth and cried out, "Captain Fu! I know what I did wrong..."


    A silence fell over the surroundings, everyone watching Fu Sichen, seemingly waiting for an answer.


    His voice was somewhat hoarse as he slowly spoke, "Dismissed. Wei Zhouchen, stay behind."


    Wu Jun led the way to the dormitory, and the others followed.


    Jiang Mian nced at Fu Sichen with some concern, then quickly averted her gaze.


    Why had she begun to care inexplicably about Fu Sichen?


    Probably because of ack of sleep, it was best to go back and catch up on some sleep.


    *


    The six o¡¯clock rm rang on time the next day.


    Jiang Mian had hardly slept during thetter part of the night and quickly got up to wash up and join the others for breakfast.


    After everyone was ready and assembled, Fu Sichen¡¯s figure was nowhere to be seen.


    Lin Chuan stepped forward, saluting everyone, "Captain Fu has personal matters to attend to this morning, so I will be arranging the training."


    [Ahhh what happened! It¡¯s so tough sitting here this early without seeing my hubby.]


    [I heard there was extra trainingst night, but we¡¯ll have to wait for the official update, wuwu.]


    [What did they go through? It wasn¡¯t like this when the live broadcast ended.]


    [Oh my God, Jiang Mian¡¯s dark circles are showing. Did she not sleep at allst night?]


    Everyone was promptly stationed in the live broadcast room, afraid of missing anything.


    "If youplete the morning training satisfactorily, you¡¯ll be allowed to make a phone call home."


    Hearing this, everyone¡¯s eyes sparkled a bit.


    Lin Chuan led them to the training room, filled with various sizes of equipment.


    Jiang Mian felt an ominous premonition rising.


    Next, they heard Lin Chuan speak, "Today we continue physical training, aiming for the kind of sweat that you can wring out of your clothes."


    !!!!


    [Damn! That¡¯s harsh!]


    [Wring out sweat, how much weight does that mean you¡¯d lose?]


    "Report, instructor! My body doesn¡¯t easily sweat!"


    "The standard is different for women. A nk for 2 minutes, at least 50 sit-ups in one minute, and 3km on the treadmill."


    "..."


    There was no leniency at all.

 Chapter 25: Put the Clothes Down

    <h4>Chapter 25: Chapter 25: Put the Clothes Down</h4>


    "Guys have three hours of self-directed training, and girlse to me for timing."


    The live stream was immediately split into six screens, with each person getting their own small camera angle.


    Jiang Mian didn¡¯t rush into her workout; she stretched for a while, but her gaze stayed outside the window.


    "Jiang Mian, what are you looking at!"


    Caught in the act, she smiled at Lin Chuan, "Just gazing into the distance to exercise my eyesight."


    "...If I remember correctly from the new student information, your eyesight is 5.2."


    Howe everyone under Fu Sichen¡¯smand is exactly like him, always sticking to their guns.


    She quickly turned her head around, "That¡¯s my secret, squad leader. Your vision definitely isn¡¯t as good as mine. I suggest you look into the distance whenever you can to improve your eyesight."


    [HAHAHAHA, why does someone cking off sound so righteous]


    [The main thing is the squad leader is speechless HAHAHAHA]


    [Suddenly realized Jiang Mian is quite funny and also doesn¡¯t have the airs everyone mentioned]


    [Cut it out, Paidmenters back at it again]


    It wasn¡¯t until everyone was about a third of the way through their workouts that Jiang Mian tied her hair into a high ponytail, knotted her shirt at the hem to reveal her pale, slim waist, and started a nk hold.


    "Squad leader, start the timer."


    Lin Chuan took out his stopwatch and began timing.


    [OMG, what is up with Jiang Mian¡¯s waist]


    [I can¡¯t believe I¡¯m swallowing hard!! But I¡¯m a girl! A GIRL!!!]


    [HAHAHA, don¡¯t get too excited sister above, I¡¯ve already screenshotted it as my wallpaper]


    Jiang Mian had no idea her waist was single-handedly shooting up the trending searches.


    She quickly finished two minutes of nking and fifty-five sit-ups in one minute.


    Lin Chuan nodded at her with satisfaction, "Not bad, your physical condition is indeed okay. Start on the treadmill for 5km, it¡¯ll count for you over there."


    "Got it."


    Jiang Mian stood up, wiping the fine sweat from her forehead; her slightly lifted shirt revealed her slender waist, bringing in a bewildering number of new viewers to the live stream.


    Director Xu sat in front of the monitor, shocked by the surge in the number of live viewers on the phone.


    "Director Xu, Jiang Mian¡¯s waist is trending."


    "Xiao Zhang, switch the feed to show more of Jiang Mian from every angle without any dead spots."


    Told you so, people really are visual creatures.


    After an indeterminate amount of time, the live chat suddenly exploded with a burst of messages.


    [Captain Fu!!!]


    [My husband is back!!!]


    [Ahhh, you scared me out of my skin!!]


    Fu Sichen had appeared on camera without anyone noticing, and he walked straight up to Jiang Mian, naturally stopping the treadmill.


    ???


    Surprised to see Fu Sichen, Jiang Mian felt oddly relieved and then¡ª


    "Captain Fu? Is everything alright?"


    Why on earth had he been so full as toe over and stop her treadmill?


    Fu Sichen¡¯s voice was deep and carried a hint of the huskiness fromst night, adding an attractive rasp, "Jiang Mian, military uniforms should not be worn like that; put your shirt down."


    Just as Jiang Mian was about to protest, a thought struck her, and she obediently lowered her shirt, "You¡¯re right, Captain Fu, it won¡¯t happen again."


    Fu Sichen was momentarily stumped by Jiang Mian¡¯s response.


    She was surprisinglypliant today.


    He nodded in approval and restarted Jiang Mian¡¯s treadmill, his voice gentle, "Okay, keep running."


    [?? What did I just watch]


    [A woman¡¯s sixth sense is never wrong, Captain Fu treats Jiang Mian differently!!!]


    [Why does it feel like bubbles are forming around these two]


    Jiang Mian watched Fu Sichen¡¯s retreating figure, almost bursting intoughter.


    So, this man turned out to be kind of amusingly jealous, haha.


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 Chapter 26: Scam Calls

    <h4>Chapter 26: Chapter 26: Scam Calls</h4>


    Half an hourter, the six of them had assembled in formation.


    Fu Sichen stood in front of the line, "Hmm, everyone performed quite well in today¡¯s physical training. Head to the rest room and rest for a bit; we¡¯re ready to let you all call your families."


    After all, during their time in the military, they werepletely cut off from the outside world.


    "Thank you, Captain Fu!"


    After everyone settled in the conference room and had some time to rx, Fu Sichen brought over the militaryndline, "Who wants to go first?"


    "Captain Fu, aren¡¯t you going to call your family?"


    Wei Zhouchen, who had talked with Fu Sichen untilte the night before, had an attitude that couldn¡¯t be better today; he even had the feeling of a fanboy looking at his idol.


    At the mention of this, everyone¡¯s faces bore a curious and gossip-hungry expression.


    As for which family member everyone knew he meant, the online viewers in the live stream were totally confused.


    [Feels like I¡¯ve missed out on a billion dors]


    [Why is calling family a cause for gossip?]


    [Oh my! You guys are actors, aren¡¯t your mouths tired from grinning?]


    [There¡¯s a situation, folks, my husband has something going on!!]


    Fu Sichen nced at them, his gaze lingered on Jiang Mian for a few seconds before quickly shifting away.


    His lips curved up, a deep chuckle emanating from his throat, "I have more opportunities than you do. Today is your reward."


    "Aw~ that¡¯s no fun."


    "None of you are calling? If not, let¡¯s head back to training."


    "Call, call, call, I¡¯ll call my dad!"


    Wei Zhouchen was the first to raise his hand and picked up thendline to dial, the call connecting quickly, "Hello, Dad?"


    "Ah, little Chen."


    "Dad, I¡¯m in the military right now; they¡¯re letting us contact our families since we don¡¯t have our phones or anything."


    On the other end, Wei Zhouchen¡¯s father couldn¡¯t be more thrilled, "The military, good, a ce to take that stubbornness of yours down a notch, let your instructors give you a good training."


    ...


    [Hahahaha, his real dad!]


    [Ahhh, my father-inw sounds so righteous!]


    The father and son chatted briefly before hanging up due to time constraints.


    Everyone else made a call to their family or a friend.


    When it was Yu Xinting¡¯s turn, she paused for two seconds, "I guess I won¡¯t make a call."


    Everyone¡¯s gaze turned to her, seemingly waiting for her to say something.


    Sensing Yu Xinting¡¯s emotions, Jiang Mian was the first to speak, "Your good friend is right here, indeed no need to make a call."


    !!!


    Yu Xinting sharply looked up into those beautiful cherry-blossom eyes, which at that moment felt extraordinarily safe.


    "That¡¯s for the best. Next up, Jiang Mian, it¡¯s your turn."


    Fu Sichen didn¡¯t say much and quickly shifted the topic.


    [Wuwuwu, fun fact, Baby Yu is an orphan]


    [Help! Because Baby Yu is somewhat turning into a fan of Jiang Mian]


    [Right, girl¡¯s friendship! And Captain Fu is really warm too!!!]


    Jiang Mian took thendline from Yu Xinting¡¯s hand, dialed her mother¡¯s number, and it connected quickly.


    Before Jiang Mian could speak, a female voice on the other end initiated, "Who is it?"


    Jiang Mian faltered for two seconds then obediently shouted into the phone, "Mom, it¡¯s me."


    The phone fell silent for two seconds, then a male voice followed, "Wife, who is it? We¡¯re going to miss our flight. We can¡¯t let this trip go south now."


    "It¡¯s nobody, probably a scam call; she even called me mom. Let¡¯s rush to catch our flight."


    "Beep¡ª"


    The call was abruptly hung up.


    The rest room fell silent for two seconds, then everyone burst intoughter.


    "Hahahaha, can¡¯t handle it, Sister Jiang Mian, your mom is even harsher than my dad."


    "I¡¯m about to cry fromughing."


    The chat was filled with a flood of "hahahahas" that almost made theughter audible.


    [Hahahaha, indeed her real mom]


    [The kid was an ident hahaha, her parents are really enjoying themselves]


    [ying is more important; who¡¯s the kid? Don¡¯t recognize hahahaha]


    [But listening to her parents, they sound quite young]

 Chapter 27: Your Instructor is Quite Handsome

    <h4>Chapter 27: Chapter 27: Your Instructor is Quite Handsome</h4>


    Jiang Mian had grown ustomed to sighing, "My parents always sleep in when they go on trips, and it¡¯s rare for them to catch a flight. It isn¡¯t easy being a considerate daughter."


    She made herself sound particrly aggrieved, putting herself in the position of disadvantage.


    Thements exploded withughter. "LMAO, Jiang Mian is going to kill me withughter! She¡¯s still looking for a way out."


    "I¡¯m literally crying here!"


    "They¡¯re hurting each other LOL."


    She nced up at Fu Sichen, who was clearly amused.


    Stillughing!


    That¡¯s his inws we¡¯re talking about.


    Be careful or you might end up having clips shown to them; mocking your inws can get you in deep trouble.


    "Jiang Mian, you¡¯re running out of time. Need to call anyone else?"


    "I do!"


    Of course!


    Otherwise, the trending topic would be #JiangMianLacksParentalLove#.


    Her parents love each other, and she even has a brother.


    Her brother would definitely recognize her.


    She quickly dialed Lin Chen¡¯s number and he epted the call right away.


    Jiang Mian started, "Bro, it¡¯s your sister."


    The deep and crisp male voice answering her was pleasant, "Hmm."


    Is that it?


    Why was her brother being so cold today?


    Just as Jiang Mian was about to speak, Lin Chen added from the other end, "Have you gotten yourself into trouble again? Need help?"


    "..."


    Jiang Mian forced a smile, "Why would that be, brother; just a greeting to my dear brother is expected, right?"


    "Jiang Mian, short on cash?"


    "Hahaha."


    The people in the break room couldn¡¯t hold back and burst intoughter again.


    Lin Chen paused for two seconds, realized what the situation was, and had his assistant fetch a tablet to start a live broadcast.


    Watching the live stream on the tablet, he smirked somewhat gleefully, "Finally sent for a transformation, huh? Good."


    Brother!


    So undermining! Might as well have been a scam call.


    Jiang Mian gritted her teeth, "Bro, you must be busy, I won¡¯t disturb you anymore."


    "Hey, why? Your calls are never a disturbance. We should catch up when there¡¯s time."


    Mom, brother¡¯s bullying me...


    Lin "Workaholic" Chen, doing it on purpose!


    Lin Chen nced at the live stream, saw Fu Sichen on the screen, smiled slightly, his voice maic through the phone, "Your instructor looks quite handsome. Make sure he trains you well, and don¡¯t let him hold back."


    "I trust he heard since the call¡¯s on speaker. Jiang Mian, don¡¯t embarrass me."


    "Humph, mind your own business."


    Dog of a man, not a hint of tenderness.


    She wanted toin, but her brother had already sided with Captain Fu.


    The man chuckled deeply, hisughterced with indulgent warmth, "Alright, train well. I¡¯ll see you when you¡¯re back."


    Thements rolled in.


    "HAHAHA, Jiang Mian¡¯s family are alledians!"


    "Holy s! Hisugh got me all weak."


    "Starting today, I¡¯m officially a fan of Jiang Mian, because I want to be her sister-inw!"


    "Help, my ears are pregnant."


    The focus of the conversation quickly shifted fromughing at Jiang Mian to wanting to be her sister-inw.


    After hanging up, Jiang Mian put thendline phone on the table and looked at the room full of people, their faces red fromughter.


    "You must all be tired fromughing. Captain Fu, can we go have dinner now?"


    Jiang Mian couldn¡¯t wait to escape from this ce.


    Her family single-handedly established her as "low on the family totem pole."


    The smile didn¡¯t fade from Fu Sichen¡¯s lips; he stood up and nodded in agreement, "Jiang Mian is right. Let¡¯s all go have dinner, and don¡¯t forget the wee party tonight."


    "Dismissed!"


    "Jiang Mian, wait up, I¡¯ll walk with you."

 Chapter 28: Family Disgraces Should Not Be Publicized

    <h4>Chapter 28: Chapter 28: Family Disgraces Should Not Be Publicized</h4>


    Jiang Mian was about to stand up and walk out when Yu Xinting called after her.


    Hmm??


    Jiang Mian nced over at Yu Xinting¡¯s side, seeing Xiang Mo, Xie Shuanghao, and Teacher Wu Jun seemed to have walked off together, discussing something unknown.


    "You were quite afraid of me, weren¡¯t you? Not so scared when you¡¯re alone, huh?"


    Yu Xinting picked up the hat from the chair, her voice slightlycking confidence as she stuttered, "Where would I be afraid of you? And how am I alone? You¡¯re here with me, aren¡¯t you?"


    Jiang Mian stared at Yu Xinting for a while beforeughing, "Oh~ So it seems I have no choice but to stick with you."


    Worried Jiang Mian would say more, Yu Xinting hurriedly pulled her away, mumbling under her breath, "You¡¯ve got such a pretty face that everyone loves; it¡¯s ruined by that mouth of yours."


    Her voice was very quiet; Jiang Mian¡¯s beautiful brows slightly furrowed as she leaned towards Yu Xinting, "Ah... I didn¡¯t catch that."


    Yu Xinting, pretending to be impatient next to her, said, "Seriously, it¡¯s nothing. Let¡¯s hurry up and eat; I¡¯m starving."


    Xiao Zhang followed behind them, puzzled by the interaction between the two women.


    Why does Teacher Jiang look so good with everyone?


    Is there something wrong with me?


    Strange.


    [They really do make a good pair.]


    [The Jiang-Yu CP ising!!!]


    [The super-topic is already set up LOL, everyone really does ship anything.]


    ¡ª


    At the evening new recruits wee party


    To ensure the authenticity of the performance, the program team also invited some new soldiers from the military to join the base for the party.


    They also made sure the remote connections were good.


    Jiang Mian and the other two girls had quickly put together a dance routine.


    "Teacher Jiang, Yu Bao and I will go first to do the recording prep."


    Jiang Mian nodded, "All right, you go ahead; I¡¯ll practice a bit more."


    Dance was the bane of Jiang Mian¡¯s life.


    It seemed her hands and feet would never coordinate in this lifetime.


    Her family didn¡¯t understand either; she could y instruments, sing, and draw, but somehow dance just never clicked, and they had no choice but to give up on it.


    Perhaps this was the window God had closed on her.


    Jiang Mian practiced to the rhythm of the music, almost tripping over her own feet.


    "So annoying," she sighed deeply after looking at her hands and then at her feet, "Can¡¯t you two get familiar with each other?"


    Frustrated, Jiang Mian reyed the music and went through the moves again.


    Just as she was about topliment herself on a decent attempt, a deep chuckle sounded.


    Who??


    Jiang Mian looked around and fixed her gaze on a man near the door, leaning back against a chair, his arms crossed over his chest, watching her with an amused look that seemed to carry a mocking smile.


    "Teacher Jiang¡¯s dance is very fitting for our troops, full of integrity; very good."


    Under his gaze, her ears started to burn with embarrassment, and she awkwardly tapped her toes on the floor.


    How could he have witnessed such aughable scene?


    Just as she was about to explode, she noticed a camera with its red light blinking.


    That thing needed to be dealt with.


    She took a cloth and covered it, also removing the microphone from her cor.


    Camera: I didn¡¯t mess with anyone, wuwuwu...


    Staff in the director¡¯s booth: There is definitely something up with these two!!!


    Director Xu: "Quick! Send someone to check on them! Hurry!"


    Jiang Mian gritted her teeth, "How long have you been watching?! It¡¯s immoral to watch someone dance without their knowledge! And you¡¯reughing! I have no respect for you!"


    As she spoke, she pulled Fu Sichen inside and closed the door behind them.


    Family disgrace must not be publicized; it¡¯s time for a behind closed doors discussion.

 Chapter 29: Secretly Taken for You

    <h4>Chapter 29: Chapter 29: Secretly Taken for You</h4>


    Fu Sichen stared at the angry little cat in front of him, the corners of his lips deepening into a smile asughter rolled from his throat, "My wife isn¡¯t someone else, and I¡¯m watching openly in front of the camera, so it¡¯s moral. You should respect me for that."


    What rubbish logic.


    Jiang Mian covered her ears, "I¡¯m not listening, I¡¯m not listening, the nonsense you speak."


    "Mrs. Fu."


    "I can¡¯t hear you! Public ce, watch yournguage."


    Fu Sichen reached out and took Jiang Mian¡¯s slender hand from her ear, his voice indulgent and gentle, "Really, I give up. I¡¯ll stop talking."


    As he spoke, Fu Sichen took out a small packet of spicy strips and sour plums from his pocket, "Here, I sneaked them for you."


    !!!


    Jiang Mian looked incredulously at the man in front of her. Before she joined the army, the crew had confiscated all the snacks she brought, especially her beloved spicy strips and sour plums.


    He couldn¡¯t have gone and stolen things from the crew, could he?


    "Still standing there? Cover the camera, the crew will be here soon, put them away quick."


    Jiang Mian snatched the spicy strips and sour plums from Fu Sichen¡¯s hand and stuffed them into her pockets, just fitting perfectly.


    "This isn¡¯t stolen, right? Fu Sichen, if youmit a crime for me, I will truly feel guilty, guilty. I can¡¯t ept things that are ill-gotten."


    Fu Sichen stared at the woman as she patted her pocket and chuckled, "Teacher Jiang, isn¡¯t it a bitte to be saying that?"


    "Don¡¯t worry, it¡¯s legal, just don¡¯t get caught."


    "Are you asking me for a favor?"


    Weasel paying a New Year visit to the chicken, definitely not with good intentions.


    Fu Sichen did not say anything, but stepped forward and removed the ck cloth from in front of the camera.


    He gestured to Jiang Mian, his thin lips slightly pursed, a face full of smugness as if to remind her to be careful with her words.


    Just as Jiang Mian was about to say something, the door knocked twice and then staff entered, "Sorry to disturb you, Captain Fu and Teacher Jiang, we were just checking what was wrong, the camera was blocked..."


    Their words trailed off as they saw the camera turning towards them.


    "..."


    Sabotaged.


    Jiang Mian looked at them innocently, "Just now, I was trying to do a trick with a cloth, didn¡¯t expect it to fly right there."


    "And this mic..."


    "Oh, this." Jiang Mian calmly reattached the microphone to her cor, "I moved too much, it fell off."


    "..."


    Believe it?


    I don¡¯t.


    The two staff members looked at each other.


    They had to believe it, though.


    "Sorry for the disturbance, continue, please."


    Jiang Mian cheerfully waved her hand, "No disturbance at all, we were just about to head to the hall, the evening event is about to start."


    Director sat in the control room, his beard almost curling with frustration.


    "Everyone, stay sharp! How can you let them be so brazen right under your noses, this is unreasonable."


    "Director, what if..."


    Director Xu mmed a hand down, hands on his hips, "What if nothing, no secrets here, I¡¯m dying of curiosity."


    A rebellious director.


    *


    Military Hall


    When Jiang Mian and Fu Sichen came out, several toons of new recruits were already neatly seated.


    Upon seeing Fu Sichen, everyone immediately stood up, shouting in unison, "Captain Fu!"


    Fu Sichen nodded slightly, his face no longer disying the earlier smile, "Hmm, take a seat."


    The row of people sat down in unison again.


    "There! Teacher Jiang!"


    Xiang Mo waved at Jiang Mian, who then sat down next to them.


    The clock jumped to 18:30, and the evening event officially began.


    Wei Zhouchen and Xiang Mo were hosting, and their opening instantly elevated the atmosphere.


    [The live broadcast has started,e and see the eye-catching Zhouzhou hahaha]


    [The stool is already in ce]


    [Here to see my husband, so handsome, so handsome]


    "First, our opening act is a girl group dance from our ss of new recruits, everyone, a round of apuse wee!"


    The apuse was organized and loud.


    Jiang Mian let out a slight breath and took her ce for the opening performance.


    As the camera panned around, Director Xu deliberately cut to Fu Sichen¡¯s face.


    At that moment, the man¡¯s abyss-like dark eyes stirred with slight ripples, and his thin lips traced a faint arc.


    His neat military uniform seemed oddly mismatched from his facial expression.


    Director Xu hooked his lips in satisfaction, "Good, keep this kind of shoting, give me more!"

 Chapter 30: Then Sing a Song

    <h4>Chapter 30: Chapter 30: Then Sing a Song</h4>


    The music slowly rose as Yu Xinting and Xiang Mo stepped in time, while Jiang Miangged by two seconds, her movements suddenly bing a little chaotic.


    She earnestly found her rhythm and danced confidently and boldly.


    Lin Chuan stifled augh and said to Fu Sichen, "I must say, Jiang Mian¡¯s dancing is full of integrity."


    Fu Sichen narrowed his eyes at the woman on the stage, his slightly upturned lips appearing soft under the dim lighting.


    [Hahaha, I¡¯m about tough until I cry]


    [Why would anyone hate on Jiang Mian! She¡¯s simply a hriously funny beauty, I¡¯m a fan now]


    [The training results from just two days are spot on, "My Military Step Dance" hahahaha]


    [Save me hahaha, her feet and hands just met on the first day]


    The barrage was uniformly cackling withughter.


    The director¡¯s team never expected that once again, it was Jiang Mian who caused a surge in poprity.


    The live-streaming room had been flooded with tons of people to watch their dance performance.


    After finishing the dance, Jiang Mian stopped, slightly out of breath, and unconsciously looked towards the man sitting in the corner.


    Fu Sichen was all smiles, taking the initiative to start apuding, followed by a gradual swell of apuse from below the stage.


    "Wow!! That was amazing!"


    "Spicy pants!!"


    Wei Zhouchen approached the stage with a microphone, his pleasant and crisp voice still carryingughter, "Okay, everyone please stay put, the opening dance was indeed very lively."


    "Especially our Teacher Jiang, who fully showcased the spirit of our military personnel. Teacher Jiang, do you have anything you¡¯d like to say?"


    Wei Zhouchen handed the microphone to Jiang Mian, who tried to calm down, as her face was red fromughter just moments before.


    Jiang Mian almost rolled her eyes, "Calm down a bit, Xiao Zhou. Guess I¡¯m just following local customs here, after all, God has shut that ¡¯window¡¯ on me quite tightly."


    "Also, thanks to both of my teammates for continuously correcting my moves, but I guess my limbs don¡¯t want to get to know each other in this lifetime."


    "Hahaha!"


    Once again,ughter and a burst of apuse erupted from the audience.


    [I have to say, Jiang Mian is really open-minded, with no hesitation in offering praise and thanks. She¡¯s so grounded]


    [Why was she initially bashed so miserably?]


    [The water army¡¯s whitewashing has been rather ferocioustely, huh?]


    [The one above must be a jealous hater from some other fanbase, if you don¡¯t like it then don¡¯t watch]


    "Have some water."


    Jiang Mian nced at the mineral water being offered from behind her and looked up at Fu Sichen, "Thanks, Captain Fu."


    The man¡¯s deep voice was soft with a lowugh, "No need for thanks, the dance was a surprise."


    "..."


    Jiang Mian gritted her teeth and twisted open the bottle cap.


    Eh!


    It¡¯s been opened already.


    She took a couple of sips. The soda water was quite sweet.


    Midway through the weing party, Wei Zhouchen stood on stage and mused for quite some while. Finally, with a turn of phrase and a cunning look, he said, "To be honest, just two days wasn¡¯t much, and I wasn¡¯t reallypliant. Thanks to Captain Fu for the talk that night."


    "..."


    "So, let¡¯s give a warm wee to Captain Fu. Our program is exciting, and I believe Captain Fu will definitely add luster to it."


    The spotlight on stage shone on the man, whose surprised expression quickly returned to calm.


    Fu Sichen stood up leisurely and walked onto the stage, taking the microphone, "You little rascal really..."


    "Captain Fu, with so many people here, you can¡¯t back out."


    "Captain Fu! Captain Fu!"


    "Captain Fu!"


    With the audience cheering him on, Fu Sichen¡¯s lips parted slightly with a deep smile, "Alright, then I¡¯ll sing a song."


    "Simple Love."


    "Wow!!!!"


    [OMG!! My hubby is going to sing]


    [With Captain Fu¡¯s voice, I think I could get pregnant again]

 Chapter 31: He is a Very Good Captain

    <h4>Chapter 31: Chapter 31: He is a Very Good Captain</h4>


    The entire hall fell silent, the apaniment slowly rising¡ª


    "Can¡¯t say why, but I¡¯ve be very proactive."


    Fu Sichen¡¯s slender fingers gripped the microphone, his usually sharp, idle, and casual posture softened.


    "If you fall for someone, anything is worth doing."


    "..."


    "Watching the sunset together until we both fall asleep."


    Everyone in the audience slowly joined in singing until the chorus, when Fu Sichen¡¯s gaze directly met Jiang Mian¡¯s.


    In the hall, with the trailing notes echoing around him, the corners of his lips quirked up in something that was not quite a smile: "I want to just hold your hand like this and never let go."


    "Lean on my shoulder."


    ...


    "A life like this."


    "I love you, you love me."


    When the song ended, everyone was silent for two seconds before bursting into a huge uproar.


    "So beautiful!!! Captain Fu!!!"


    [Director, quickly release the edited version, I want it on loop!!]


    [That indulging look of the hubby, who is he looking at!!]


    [I seriously suspect he¡¯s got someone he likes]


    Jiang Mian was still somewhat in a daze; it was the first time she had heard Fu Sichen sing after so many years of marriage.


    He was a bit too handsome.


    This damn charm really had nowhere to go.


    Even now, her heart was still pounding "thump thump" very fast.


    Fu Sichen, not knowing when, had made his way down from the stage, and tilted his head to ask Jiang Mian, "Sounds good, right?"


    Recovering her wits, Jiang Mian touched her somewhat hot face, her lovely eyes slightly ufortable: "It was... alright, I guess."


    The man chuckled deeply, his gravelly, maic voice sending tingles down her spine: "Then I need to practice more, and then find a new ce to satisfy you..."


    A flush of pink spread over Jiang Mian¡¯s fair cheeks.


    You bastard¡ª


    Breaking the rules again!


    If it weren¡¯t for the fact that they were live and so many people were watching, Jiang Mian would have loved to stand up and give him a good "bang bang" with her fists.


    "Be mindful of your facial expressions, watch out for the cameras..."


    "Director Xu, Director Xu, Jiang Mian and Captain Fu are having a quiet chat."


    In the director¡¯s booth, Director Xu was seething: "What¡¯s this reporting about, get the camera on them now!!!"


    By the time the camera swung their way, the two were already sitting upright, properly watching the performance.


    Even Jiang Mian¡¯s face bore an elegant smile, as if she were challenging the director¡¯s team.


    "I¡¯m so angry! Next time, next time you have to catch this for me."


    Seen the arrogant before, but never this challenging towards a director¡¯s team.


    Director Xu clutched at his chest, he was going to be frustrated to death.


    *


    After the wee party had ended, Jiang Mian was called over for some additional recording.


    As Director Xu looked at the radiant, smiling woman before him, he recalled the events of the past few days and found himself even more agitated.


    "Teacher Jiang, how do you find living in the military these past few days?"


    Without much thought, Jiang Mian spoke nonchntly: "It¡¯s been good, good food, good drinks, just didn¡¯t sleep well."


    Waking people up in the middle of the night for assembly, punishing them with a run and then dismissing them¡ªno one else does this.


    "Then, how would you describe Captain Fu using a few words?"


    Jiang Mian looked at their expectant expressions and couldn¡¯t help butugh out loud, so they were waiting for this.


    "Captain Fu, eh..."


    She deliberately drew out the end of her sentence, pretending to ponder for a moment, then slowly began, "He¡¯s a very good captain."


    The staff¡¯s faces filled with expectation suddenly turned to disappointment.


    Director Xu didn¡¯t want to give up and continued, "Isn¡¯t there a more descriptive word?"


    "More descriptive? Captain Fu is just too good, that¡¯s a summary. If you want a detailed discussion, that would require an extended essay. I¡¯m afraid with too high praise, Captain Fu might get carried away."


    Director Xu gave uppletely: "Even rhyming now."


    "Too kind, too kind, good at everything except dancing."


    ???


    Seen confident artists before but never one so proudly self-absorbed.


    And yet, inexplicably, one just can¡¯t hate him, how strange.


    Director Xu waved his hand in resignation, "The additional recording is over; you can go back now."


    A bird in hand, flown away, what a pity.

 Chapter 32: Do You Want This Blessing or Not

    <h4>Chapter 32: Chapter 32: Do You Want This Blessing or Not</h4>


    Jiang Mian had just won a game of tai chi with Director Xu and was feeling incredibly happy when her agent¡¯s call came in right on time.


    "Jiang Mian! You¡¯re gonna be famous, do you know that?"


    "I¡¯ve received so many endorsement deals that my hands are tired, just waiting for you toe back!!"


    "Do you know, you really, I really..."


    Listening to Sister Ting babble on the phone, Jiang Mian couldn¡¯t help butugh, "Sister Ting, have some dignity, please."


    "My ancestors, dignity what dignity, I mean, it¡¯s the first time I¡¯ve ever been at such a loss for words, I feel like I¡¯ve peaked in life."


    "And then there¡¯s Captain Fu. He¡¯s actually your instructor. Why didn¡¯t you bribe Captain Fu a little, make him go easy on you?"


    Mentioning him, the image of the man sending electric nces just now popped into Jiang Mian¡¯s mind.


    Ah ah ah!


    Fu Sichen!


    How can this man stir such impulses?


    "Hello? Jiang Mian! What are you thinking about, you guys didn¡¯t all..."


    "I really should buy you some detergent to wash your dirty mind, thinking I¡¯ll make a racy music video under surveince."


    Luo Ting brought up something Jiang Mian hadn¡¯t a clue about, her tone teasing, "It¡¯s notpletely off the table, Captain Fu alone exudes such charisma, you¡¯re truly blessed."


    Especially seeing those first-time marks on both people.


    Tsk tsk tsk.


    Jiang Mian rolled her eyes and imitated a voice from a TV drama, "Do you want this blessing then?"


    "No, no, no, only you can handle such a formidable person as Captain Fu."


    Without a second thought, Jiang Mian retorted, "Handle my ass, needing three days to get out of bed is called being sealed, not handled."


    "Oh wow, three days again?"


    As Luo Ting expressed her surprise and mocked, a deepughter came from behind, "Three days?"


    That voice¡ª


    "Beep¡ª"


    Jiang Mian hung up the phone immediately, and turning around, she saw the handsome face of the man, his healthy wheat-colored skin, one hand casually ced in his pocket, his whole being exuding a dangerous aura.


    "What¡¯s going on! Fu Sichen, did you learn how to levitate or something!"


    There¡¯s a saying about things happening thrice; this was the second time she¡¯d been caught speaking ill behind someone¡¯s back...


    Fu Sichen walked towards Jiang Mian, lowering his eyes to the woman in front of him, "I can¡¯t levitate, but I¡¯m quite lucky."


    "One moment you¡¯re calling me ipetent, the next you¡¯re talking about not being able to leave the bed for three days, which do you prefer?"


    Jiang Mian pushed Fu Sichen away, "Keep your distance, Captain Fu."


    She turned to leave, but the man¡¯s cool and deep voice followed, "Jiang Mian."


    Hm??


    "Take care of yourself."


    Realizing what he meant, Jiang Mian quickly left, turning the corner in a huff.


    She had hoped he would say something different, but all that dominated his thoughts was...


    *


    When Jiang Mian returned to the dormitory, she saw Yu Xinting and Xiang Mo¡¯s faces about to burst with smiles, the two of them seemingly busy tidying up the room.


    "What¡¯s the good news, you two are grinning so wide."


    Having worked up a thirst from talking, Jiang Mian casually sat down and took a sip of water.


    "The staff just informed us we can go home tomorrow!"


    What?


    "That soon! What happened?"


    She had just mentally prepared to stay here for over a week, away from worldly distractions.


    Xiang Mo shook her head, tidying up some of her personal clothes, "They didn¡¯t say, but I guess there must be something urgent at the military base."


    "Yeah, didn¡¯t Captain Fu get called away suddenly yesterday? It¡¯s really hard to film the show like this."


    Jiang Mian nodded in agreement, guessing that Director Xu might be popping some quick-relief heart pills again in the production room.


    "Hey, did they say when they wille back to continue filming?"


    "I don¡¯t know. Personally, I regret taking part in this show, but I don¡¯t want anything to happen to them."


    All three knew very well that these kind of emergencies were oftenplicated, potentially involving matters of life and death.


    Jiang Mian stood up thoughtfully, "Alright, let¡¯s wash up and sleep early, we¡¯ll pack up and head home tomorrow."


    "Mm-hmm."


    After spending two days together, the rtionships between the three had mysteriously grown much closer.

 Chapter 33: Drawing Wire

    <h4>Chapter 33: Chapter 33: Drawing Wire</h4>


    After lights out, the dormitory fell silent, its quiet only broken by the asional rustle of movement.


    "Hey, are you guys asleep?"


    Xiang Mo turned over slightly and poked his head up to look at the two people next to him on the upper bunk.


    Jiang Mian and Yu Xinting said in unison, "No."


    The three of them, perhaps excited about returning home the next day, suddenly found themselves unable to sleep.


    "Speaking of which, I¡¯ve never asked why you guys signed up for this reality show."


    There was a moment of silence in the room before Yu Xinting spoke up: "The production team contacted me directly, and my agent was also considering it; they thought there was no need for me to participate."


    "But my resources were never that good, and the poprity of the reality show is indeed very high; it might bring some traffic, so they were quite conflicted."


    She continued, "Eventually I came, thinking it was just some military training, but I didn¡¯t expect..."


    Yu Xinting didn¡¯t finish her sentence, as everyone clearly understood what kind of training it had been.


    Xiang Mo self-mockingly said with some sorrow, "At that time, I had no other shows and was insanely bored. Many people were reluctant toe, so I took it on."


    "Jiang Mian, what about you? I really didn¡¯t expect you to join."


    Yu Xinting also propped up her head, "+1, quite surprising."


    Jiang Mian sighed deeply, "My agent sent me here on a ¡¯transformation trip,¡¯ more said, more tears."


    "Hahahahaha."


    Both of them hadn¡¯t expected Jiang Mian to say that.


    "I didn¡¯t expect your agent to treat you like that."


    "My second mom."


    There was a sense of helplessness yet indulgence in Jiang Mian¡¯s tone.


    The three of them were enjoying their chat, unaware that the camera was still recording...


    ¡ª


    Early the next morning


    At the base entrance


    "Captain Fu, I¡¯ll miss you. We¡¯ll keep in touch, you know," Wei Zhouchen said, hugging Fu Sichen a bit tighter than usual, causing everyone to smile wryly.


    Fu Sichen patted his shoulder, "It¡¯s not like we won¡¯t see each other. You guys get some good rest when you¡¯re back. I won¡¯t be holding back next time."


    "Especially you, Wei Zhouchen!"


    Wei Zhouchen saluted seriously: "Yes! Captain Fu! I promise not to disappoint you."


    "Ladies and gentlemen, our time is about up, and Captain Fu and his team need to return to their unit."


    A faint, unusual emotion flickered in Fu Sichen¡¯s dark eyes: "Mm, take care on the way."


    When Jiang Mian and Fu Sichen¡¯s gazes met, both paused for a second before quickly looking away.


    The soldiers from the unit watched their car leave, and as Jiang Mian gazed out the window at the passing scenery, she felt a sense of loss.


    Kind of missing that jerk already.


    I used toe and go so freely.


    Just don¡¯t know when the next meeting will be.


    *


    "Oh my gosh, Miss, how did you get so tanned?"


    Jiang Mian¡¯s mood instantly lightened upon seeing her best friend and agent.


    She rolled her eyes, got into the nanny van, and immediately closed her eyes to rest: "Don¡¯t bother me, I¡¯m dead tired."


    Su Lixing, holding a bouquet, sat in the back, "I personally contacted Sister Ting toe pick you up together, and this is how you treat me?"


    "I¡¯ve been watching the live stream every day; the way Captain Fu looked at you, tsk tsk tsk, totally came off."


    Su Lixing was still reminiscing about their interactions and added, "Even candied sweet potatoes couldn¡¯t stretch like you two."


    At the mention of candied sweet potatoes, Jiang Mian swallowed and struggled to open her eyes, "What are we eatingter? I¡¯m a bit hungry."


    She spoke while casting a pitiful nce at Luo Ting sitting beside her.


    "Alright, alright, let¡¯s get you something to eat; it¡¯s not like I said you couldn¡¯t."


    "With the acting you¡¯re doing, it¡¯d really be a crime if you didn¡¯t win Movie Queen. But just for today, remember we have several business meetings and auditions in the next few days, and we still need to discuss the script."


    In just two days, Jiang Mian had managed to mobilize her extensive fan base.


    The number of fans and topic followers kept growing, even prompting the emergence of leading fans and support groups.


    Luo Ting hadn¡¯t expected it to happen so fast; they had to rush a few promotional announcements overnight and even boosted several trending topics.


    "Mm..."


    Jiang Mian nodded slightly, clinging to herst few moments of consciousness.

 Chapter 34: Meeting Again

    <h4>Chapter 34: Chapter 34: Meeting Again</h4><subtxt> *


    "Eat more; look how skinny you¡¯ve gotten from hunger."


    Su Lixing crazily stuffed Jiang Mian¡¯s bowl with a lot of food.


    Jiang Mian had been woken up in the car just a while ago, and at this moment, was still feeling dizzy.


    Especially since she was sitting in front of her own brother.


    She gazed resentfully at the man before her, "Why are you also in North City? So idle, President Lin?"


    Lin Chen casually sipped his tea, looking every bit the aristocrat, "I¡¯m on a business trip. It just so happened that I heard you wereing back today, so of course, I had to see how my sister was training her brother-inw."


    He pretended to scrutinize Jiang Mian for a while, and after a long pause, added, "You got tanned, doesn¡¯t look like you¡¯ve lost weight."


    "..."


    Jiang Mian felt as if a knife had been viciously plunged into her chest.


    Big brother.


    Really knows how to speak.


    Jiang Mian red at him fiercely, "If President Lin doesn¡¯t want to eat, feel free to leave; there¡¯s the door, no need to send you off."


    Lin Chen was about to say something when his phone rang, and he stepped out to answer the call.


    "Hurry up and tell me what happened these past few days."


    Su Lixing looked at her best friend with a gossip-hungry expression, unable to contain her excitement.


    Jiang Mian picked up a piece of meat and tossed out two words, "Training."


    Su Lixing didn¡¯t buy it, "That¡¯s it?"


    "What else? Why don¡¯t you try it? Every day after training, all I do is sleep the moment I get back. If I get any darker, I¡¯ll be the most pitiful person in the refugee district."


    "Eh~ You might fool otherizens with that line, but not me, I¡¯ve seen all the little secrets you and Captain Fu have been sharing."


    "Even eating can¡¯t shut you up. If you report back to my brother again, I¡¯ll tell my godmother about your and my brother¡¯s passionate history..."


    Lin Chen managed to appear so precisely at the restaurant door, and Su Lixing was the only one she could think of.


    Two old lovers still getting along so well.


    Wonder what they were thinking when they broke up.


    "Stop! I¡¯m wrong, Miss Jiang."


    "Let¡¯s eat."


    Su Lixing immediately opted to close her gossiping mouth and continued to add meat to Jiang Mian¡¯s bowl.


    Lin Chen came back after nearly ten minutes. As he opened the door and saw the scene, he chuckled, "Jiang Mian, bullying our Miss Su again?"


    Su Lixing quickly yed dumb, "Nothing of the sort, I¡¯m just feeling sorry for my best friend¡¯s hard work."


    Jiang Mian nodded, looking pleased, "We¡¯re affectionate; no bullying here. Could it be that I¡¯ve threatened brother¡¯s position in someone¡¯s heart?"


    But Lin Chen wasn¡¯t fooled by this at all. ncing outside, he said with augh tinged with nonchnce, "Captain Fu, I didn¡¯t expect to run into you here."


    "tter."


    Jiang Mian¡¯s chopsticks identally dropped onto the table.


    She quickly gathered herself, "President Lin, that trick won¡¯t work on me."


    Jiang Mian picked up her chopsticks again and continued to enjoy the table full of food, which tasted especially good.


    She had juste out from a deste military base, her bottom hardly warm on the seat, Fu Sichen and the others couldn¡¯t have arrived so quickly.


    Besides, why would theye to a ce like this to eat?


    Big brother really doesn¡¯t know how to lie convincingly.


    "Captain Fu, everything here has been checked already, ensuring there are no issues."


    Jiang Mian¡¯s smile suddenly stiffened.


    What had she just heard?


    Captain Fu?


    It couldn¡¯t really be Fu Sichen, could it?


    "Alright, Lin Chuan, go and check the other private room. I¡¯ll check this side."


    Hearing this sentence, Jiang Mian¡¯s smile frozepletely on her face.


    She would recognize that voice even if it turned to ashes.


    The next second, a deep voice came from the doorway, "Jiang Mian."</subtxt>

 Chapter 35: Coming Home to Give You a Massage

    <h4>Chapter 35: Chapter 35: Coming Home to Give You a Massage</h4>


    Jiang Mian slowly turned her head towards the door where the man she had just said goodbye to that morning was now standing in front of her.


    Her eyes slightly widened in surprise, "Weren¡¯t you on some ¡¯secret mission¡¯? Howe you¡¯re in North City now?"


    There he actually was, showing up in the restaurant.


    Fu Sichen¡¯s features were serene, and his Adam¡¯s apple bobbed as though he was amused, "Coincidentally, my mission is here too."


    "Is Mrs. Fu unhappy to see me?"


    Jiang Mian muttered under her breath, "Seeing you makes my legs tremble¡ªit¡¯s like real devil training."


    She thought no one had heard her, but unexpectedly the three people present burst intoughter.


    The next moment,


    Fu Sichen methodically let out a few clear and faint words from his thin lips, "Then tonight at home, I¡¯ll give you a massage."


    After he finished speaking, Fu Sichen nodded slightly to Lin Chen and went ahead to survey the area.


    Jiang Mian was quick to react, pointing at the retreating figure of the man and then looking at the two entertained spectators, "Did he say ¡¯home¡¯?"


    Which home?


    She wasn¡¯t going back to Su City today.


    Lin Chen walked into the private room and closed the door again, his voice slow and somewhat schadenfreude-filled, "Don¡¯t forget, you also have a marital home here in North City."


    "..."


    The private room fell into silence.


    Ever since marrying Fu Sichen, Jiang Mian had always lived in the house her parents bought her before marriage in Su City, and due to the nature of his job, Fu Sichen had always lived there too.


    However, when they got married, Fu Sichen had expressly mentioned that he also had a house in North City, left by his family for his marriage.


    It¡¯s just that they hadn¡¯t visited it often, only a few days when Jiang Mian was working in North City and Fu Sichen had time toe home.


    "Ugh, it must be so dusty from not being used for so long, and it¡¯ll be such a hassle to get someone to clean it, bro, I¡¯ll stay at your ce."


    Lin Chen tly refused, "My ce really hasn¡¯t been cleaned, I¡¯m staying at a hotel. I just heard Fu Sichen has already gotten someone to clean it up. If you don¡¯t go home, be careful that Captain Fu might just drive that military off-road vehicle directly here to pick you up."


    Jiang Mian¡¯s thick eyshes fluttered, and shezily slumped into the back of the chair.


    So it seems¡ª


    I can¡¯t escape this fate.


    If Fu Sichen really drove that vehicle to pick her up, who knows what the headlines would make of it tomorrow.


    The progress towards the Golden Horse Film Award couldn¡¯t be sabotaged.


    Guess I¡¯ll just have to sacrifice my body then, boo hoo...


    "Xuanxuan, I remember you were insistent on marrying Fu Sichen. Why the discord between husband and wife? You look so unwilling to go back."


    Listening to this, Jiang Mian blinked innocently at her elder brother, "Not at all, how could that be?"


    "Oh~ I suddenly remembered, my dear brother is unmarried, doesn¡¯t understand what marital romance is."


    Lin Chen¡¯s lips tightened slightly, and he stood up, "I indeed don¡¯t quite understand; anyway, sibling affection is not there anymore."


    "I¡¯ve bought the tab¡ªcontinue eating, I¡¯m going back to handle some work."


    Watching Lin Chen walk away, Jiang Mian couldn¡¯t help but burst outughing, "Hahahaha, that trick always works best on my brother."


    "It¡¯s only you who dares to tease your brother like that, but he probably sees through it anyway, he¡¯s not a fool."


    When Jiang Mian first announced her marriage to Fu Sichen, Lin Chen had specificallye to ask her many details, scaring her into cramming lessons with Jiang Mian all night for fear of slipping up.


    Jiang Mian shifted into a morefortable position and rubbed her belly without any regard for maintaining an image.


    "Turn a blind eye, that¡¯s what it is."


    The underlying reasons were clear to Jiang Mian as well; the most protective person in the family was actually this biological brother.


    She looked at her best friend and changed the topic, "My brother¡¯s such a good guy, aren¡¯t you considering getting back together now that you¡¯re both back home? After all, breaking up was due to long-distance."


    "No, it¡¯s totally off the table now. He¡¯s old meat, while I prefer younger, fresher guys. Younger boyfriends are too appealing."


    At that moment, Lin Chen sneezed hard, pinching his nose, "Looks like I need some cold medicine tonight."

 Chapter 36: Pleasing You, Can’t You Tell?

    <h4>Chapter 36: Chapter 36: Pleasing You, Can¡¯t You Tell?</h4>


    In matters of the heart, Jiang Mian was resolutely biased toward her own brother, "It¡¯s nice to date someone younger, but my brother has been celibate just for you until now."


    "Nonsense, how could your brother..."


    Su Lixing suddenly realized he had spoken quicker than he could think, the words stuck in his throat.


    Jiang Mian instantly sniffed out something amiss and narrowed her eyes, "Su Lixing! You and my brother!"


    Neither needed to finish the sentence, as both were acutely aware of the implication.


    "When did this happen?"


    The two of them dated in college, but Su Lixing always went back to his dorm to sleep at night.


    Back then, she even teased her brother, wondering if he wasn¡¯t quite capable in that regard.


    When exactly had they managed to sneak around like this?


    It was indeed a case of silence before the sudden surprise.


    Su Lixing didn¡¯t bother to hide it anymore, "After your brother went abroad, we couldn¡¯t stay in different countries forever, so I visited him a few times."


    "A few times?"


    Jiang Mian quickly picked up on the key point, the smile at the corners of her mouth deepening.


    Suddenly feeling happy for her brother wasn¡¯t being clueless.


    "All right, all right, that¡¯s in the past. You should look forward to tonight with Captain Fu."


    "Less looking forward, more blessings."


    Blessings for her to be able to get out of bed normally.


    After all, if you overdo the trash-talking, there¡¯s a price to pay...


    The two finished eating and stepped outside when it was alreadypletely dark.


    Neon lights flickered on both sides of the road, noisy and lively.


    "Let¡¯s go, I¡¯ll have the driver take you back."


    Both had drunk a little, so Su Lixing had called their family driver over.


    "I don¡¯t think that¡¯s necessary."


    Hmm??


    What was this woman talking about, behaving so oddly?


    One minute she¡¯s sending, the next she¡¯s not.


    "You didn¡¯t drink much, why are you talking nonsense."


    Su Lixing gestured with his chin towards someone behind Jiang Mian, "Look, Captain Fu is here to pick you up, I¡¯ll leave first."


    Jiang Mian turned around, and there he was, the man of the night leaning against the car door.


    Casually dressed in a ck shirt with the cor slightly open, he revealed a healthyplexion, partially visible corbones, and a sensual Adam¡¯s apple, which added a mysterious appeal.


    This man really had some nerve.


    He didn¡¯t know he was currently popr, and if they got discovered, both of them would be in trouble.


    Right as Sichen stood to head their way, Jiang Mian quickly walked over and pushed him into the car, "Don¡¯t speak, get in quick."


    Sichen chuckled nonchntly, "Slow down, Mrs. Fu, no rush."


    They both sat down in the car, and Jiang Mian exhaled in relief.


    She looked over at the man next to her, who seemed unusually different, and gave him a once-over, "Why are you dressed as if you¡¯re in heat."


    "Mm, to please you. Didn¡¯t you notice?"


    "..."


    Jiang Mian covered her somewhat hot ears; it was better not to ask.


    Sichen chuckled softly as he started the car.


    Jiang Mian leaned back in her seat, finding afortable position, and began to scroll through her phone¡ª


    [Captain Fu is really handsome!!!]


    [Who knows, he¡¯s so impressive, handsome, and charismatic, manly to the core]


    [He looks pretty capable, brother, I can do this!]


    [Ladies above, this is thement section, not a deserted area]


    ...


    The show¡¯s live trend was all about Sichen.


    Sister Ting said it was her who was supposed to be popr, so what¡¯s with all these women coveting Sichen?


    Jiang Mian nced at the rxed man beside her, then thought about thements she had just read.


    Well, that¡¯s how it is, I guess.


    As for him being capable...


    She indeed could not deny that.


    A barely passable experience of ten stars.


    Considering the rtionship status on the marriage certificate!

 Chapter 37: Taking Time Off to Accompany My Wife

    <h4>Chapter 37: Chapter 37: Taking Time Off to Apany My Wife</h4>


    Jiang Mian flipped through her phone for a while, bored, before tossing it aside, "Don¡¯t you have some secret mission to do? Why are you so free?"


    She knew when Fu Sichen had secret missions to attend to, he would usually disappear without a trace. This time, however, he was quite leisurely, even changing his clothes and grooming himself.


    Fu Sichen¡¯s eyebrows lifted slightly as he stopped at a red light, "I performed an inspection in the afternoon and asked Lin Chuan and the others to keep an eye on things tonight. Since it¡¯s close to North City, I filed a report to take leave and apany my wife."


    Wife?


    A trace of surprise flickered in Jiang Mian¡¯s eyes. After their marriage, Fu Sichen would either call her by her full name or refer to her as "Madam".


    But the word "wife" made her heart itch to hear.


    Noticing Jiang Mian¡¯s emotions, Fu Sichen leaned in a little closer, his light fragrance wafting around her, "You like hearing that much, huh..."


    The man¡¯s voice trailed off with a chuckle in his throat, "Then from now on, I¡¯ll call you that, wife¡ª"


    "Cough cough." For the first time, Jiang Mian choked on her own saliva and pushed the man almost on top of her, "The light¡¯s green, drive."


    Fu Sichen¡¯s eyes gleamed with a hint of yful triumph, the corners of his mouth curled up with no intention of descending.


    Jiang Mian awkwardly brushed her fingers through her hair.


    What happened?


    She didn¡¯t recall Fu Sichen being so actively flirtatious and electrifying before.


    Did he vanish to take a course on "How Men Can Exude Charm"?


    Had the once dignified and fierce man turned into a peacock proudly disying its feathers?


    Suddenly, Jiang Mian¡¯s phone vibrated.


    ncing at the contact name on her phone, she had her countermeasures ready, nning to strike first, "I was just saying, Sister Ting, it¡¯s supposed to be a day off today..."


    Before Jiang Mian could finish, Luo Ting cut her off, "I¡¯d like a day off too, Jiang Mian! What trouble have you stirred up now?"


    With a bewildered face, she nced at the man beside her who suddenly sat up straight, "We haven¡¯t been caught on camera together, have we?"


    Luo Ting immediately denied it, "No! It wouldn¡¯t matter to me if we were."


    True couples aren¡¯t at all concerned about how to handle such a public rtions issue.


    Hearing she wasn¡¯t caught on camera, Jiang Mian found afortable position to lean back in the chair again, "Oh... then it¡¯s nothing."


    ???


    What on earth was going through her ancestor¡¯s mind?


    She even sounded displeased.


    "Aren¡¯t you going to ask about what¡¯s trending?"


    "If it¡¯s not about Fu Sichen, then it must be that everyone¡¯s discovered the gem that is me, a rare beauty."


    "..."


    Luo Ting wished she coulde over and give this ancestor a good beating.


    Such sheer nerve.


    Luo Ting¡¯s voice rose several notches, "What were you thinking giving a like with your public ount, especially to a post saying Captain Fu did a great job?!"


    !!!


    Jiang Mian turned on the speakerphone and reopened Weibo.


    zing across the trending searches was the hashtag #JiangMianLikesPostPraisingCaptainFu#.


    Her beautiful red lips twitched at the sight of the tag that stood out for its uniqueness.


    "The production team already wanted to create a couple thing between you and Captain Fu, and now you¡¯ve just gone and made their wishe true."


    "Oh~ you mean Director Xu?"


    In her mind, Jiang Mian already pictured Director Xu suddenly sitting up in the middle of the night, "Perfect! Just perfect! This will really sell the show!"


    Amused by her own thoughts, she chuckled and then clicked on the trending topic¡ª


    [Jiang Mian, aren¡¯t you afraid of extra training when you get back for saying that about your Captain Fu hahaha]


    [Where is Captain Fu¡¯s Weibo ount when you need it, I¡¯m about to tag him!]


    [Can the production team manage this at all? Is there no justice left? Jiang Mian has gone mad!!]


    [Jiang Dayong hahaha, that¡¯s some courage]

 Chapter 38: Head-On Confrontation

    <h4>Chapter 38: Chapter 38: Head-On Confrontation</h4>


    Jiang Mian finished reading everyone¡¯sments, and she was quite satisfied. "Aren¡¯t they all praising me? Rest assured, rest assured, no trouble."


    Luo Ting directly doused a bucket of cold water. "Go look at He Qianyi¡¯s Weibo, utterly disgusting, could make the foode up."


    Disgusting? And throwing up the food.


    That something could make her own agent feel nauseated to the point of vomiting, Jiang Mian became interested and directly jumped into He Qianyi¡¯s Weibo with her main ount.


    The first one was posted just a minute ago.


    He Qianyi v: [Today, tomemorate my grandfather, I wore a military uniform. In my heart, the military has always been a great image, sacred and pure, not to be vited by anyone. It¡¯s a great and serious matter, otherwise, it¡¯s like a single piece of rat droppings ruining an entire pot of porridge.]


    And she attached two photos of herself in military uniform.


    [Wow wow wow, Qianqian looks so dashing, totally in love!!]


    [@Demobilized, won¡¯t the New Soldier program team deal with such a person, a disgrace!]


    [Qianqian is so suitable for this kind of show, howe she didn¡¯t participate initially, letting these connected people in]


    [Jiang Mian is really too arrogant, even directly provoking the army captain, get out quick]


    He Qianyi even specially replied to thement about "not having participated in this program initially."


    [There was a schedule conflict with a screen test, what a pity not to have that screen test, missed such a good show /regret.jpg/]


    Below, her fans were consoling her that it didn¡¯t matter, Jiang Mian might quit, and then she¡¯d have her chance.


    There were even fans splitting into two groups; one leaving messages under the official Weibo ount and the other furiously cursing under Jiang Mian¡¯s Weibo.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s fans were not many to begin with, and these past days they were still consolidating their foundation.


    Now, her Weiboment section was full of vile curses, not to mention how nasty it was.


    "So, what does our Miss Jiang wish to say at this time?"


    Her red lips parted slightly, her voicenguid and light, with a sarcastic smile: "Interesting."


    "..."


    Luo Ting couldn¡¯t help but admire Miss Jiang¡¯s capacity to endure; she seemed to take things much more lightly than ordinary people.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s eyes were cold, her facial expressions not revealing much turmoil, but her heart was somewhat angry.


    How could these people possess such malice, and many had escted to targeting family elders and parents.


    Although she was pampered from a young age, asionally rebellious, her heart still held onto kindness.


    And at first, when entering the entertainment circle, she didn¡¯t have such grand ambitions. Now she just wanted to work hard at everything, then grab the title of Movie Queen and retire gloriously.


    But there would always be demons and devils that had to stir up trouble for no good reason.


    "Please control your emotions."


    Luo Ting prayed fervently; the ancestor better not stir up any trouble.


    Jiang Mianzily curled her lip, her mind seemingly pondering over something: "Don¡¯t worry, Sister Ting, I am a bnced adult."


    "That¡¯s good then."


    Only after Luo Ting¡¯s repeated assurances did she hang up feeling relieved.


    After hanging up the call, Jiang Mian¡¯s smiling eyes held a deeper meaning.


    She flipped through her photo album and found a selfie she took while eating porridge, originally intended to make Sister Ting feel bad for her, but now it came in handy.


    A minuteter, Luo Ting exploded. "Jiang Mian! You¡¯re supposed to be a mature adult, right?! Are you trying to ascend to heaven?!!!"


    Jiang Mian¡¯s Weibo ount had amazingly posted an update.


    Jiang Mian V:[Drinking porridge today put me in a great mood, it¡¯s just that seeing some rat droppings jumping around really is a bit nauseating {photo}]


    [Bring on the fight haha, seen people be tough but never seen someone as tough as Jiang Mian.]


    [Protect our Mianmian!]


    [I¡¯ve been following this drama from the start, and it really seems like He Qianyi is just jealous and stirring trouble.]


    [Right, right, right. Taking advantage of having more fans to pinch Jiang Mian the soft persimmon.]


    Reading thisment, Jiang Mian replied:[Sister, I may not have many fans, but I¡¯m definitely no easy target.]

 Chapter 39: Let the Storm Come More Violently

    <h4>Chapter 39: Chapter 39: Let the Storm Come More Violently</h4>


    She purposely left anotherment below: "The liking incident was purely a slip of the finger due to everyone¡¯s real-timements. Sorry for the misunderstanding (I¡¯m also scared of Captain Fu¡¯s extra training/shivering.jpg.)"


    "HAHAHA, can¡¯t, I¡¯m literally going to dieughing."


    "Looking at it this way, I still think Jiang Mian is rather innocent."


    "Hurry up and be her fan! It¡¯s a sure bet with her looks, confidence, and punchlines¡ªI love this type!"


    "Sincerity is the killer move, I find her so pretty, but she also feels so down to earth."


    In one go, letting out that breath of air felt too good.


    Luo Ting: "I¡¯m taking two days off to get an EKG/death by shock.jpg."


    Jiang Mian: "I¡¯ll reimburse you immediately! Please tell me what the drama He Qianyi auditioned for is called before you suddenly die."


    Luo Ting: "?"


    A woman¡¯s heart is unfathomable, especially a great beauty¡¯s.


    With a hooked corner of her lip and a calm demeanor, Jiang Mian tapped away on her phone¡¯s keyboard to reply¡ª


    Jiang Mian: "Let the storme more violently!!"


    He Qianyi.


    Jiang Mian wasn¡¯t familiar with her, a rival artist mentioned by her agent.


    Thest magazine shoot had two employees gossiping who were from He Qianyi¡¯s team.


    As new spokesflowers for brand L, their team had already been up to a lot behind the scenes.


    Unfortunately for them, Jiang Mian¡¯s powerful and unknown backing had been like punching cotton¡ªall in vain.


    These old and new grievances, of course, had to be settled together to be interesting.


    Otherwise, she wouldn¡¯t be Jiang Mian.


    Luo Ting: "What on earth has happened to this world?"


    Jiang Mian: "The night is almost over, and tomorrow will still be sunny and beautiful/bright sun/."


    Jiang Mian¡¯s response once again shot up the trending charts.


    The twist was that no one expected that this generation ofizens had a rebellious streak.


    "Damn, this sister is really tough!"


    "What do I do if I¡¯m kinda falling for her?"


    "I just love this kind of radiant and moving beauty, I¡¯mpletely smitten."


    "Go watch her on the variety show, she¡¯s genuinely a hrious beauty!"


    ...


    Following this, Jiang Mian¡¯s Weibo followers kept increasing, from a pitiful 2 million, now approaching 5 million rapidly, and breaking 10 million seemed just around the corner.


    The progress toward the Golden Horse Film Award sped up.


    She crossed her legs, her mood particrly good.


    "Is everything handled?"


    Jiang Mian nodded, her tone cheerful: "Of course, at my speed."


    "Your speed?"


    Fu Sichen raised an eyebrow, smiling faintly: "Indeed, it¡¯s not bad."


    Nine times out of ten, men think crookedly.


    Putting on airs of a gentleman, but in reality, tsk tsk tsk.


    But since Jiang Mian was in a good mood, she decided not to get on her high horse and argue with Fu Sichen.


    The next second¡ª


    She suddenly remembered there was an issue that needed addressing.


    Leaning back in her chair, Jiang Mian tilted her head to look at Fu Sichen: "But if Mrs. Fu gets bullied, shouldn¡¯t Captain Fu stand up for me?"


    Fu Sichen chuckled at the woman next to him shifting roles so deftly: "Hmm? Like what?"


    "Do you have Weibo? They¡¯re all mocking me saying you¡¯d make me do extra training, you wouldn¡¯t really do that to your dear wife, right..."


    Jiang Mian¡¯s tone was so aggrieved, she was almost in tears.


    Fu Sichen looked down,ughing quietly; now he remembered his wife.


    His slender fingers tapped on the steering wheel, while his other hand handed over the phone to Jiang Mian: "You do it."


    Um??


    That doesn¡¯t seem right...


    "I don¡¯t mess with those things. What does it matter for a wife to see her husband¡¯s phone? Take it."


    After hesitating for two seconds, Jiang Mian still took Fu Sichen¡¯s phone.


    She swiped up the lock screen, and the passcode interface popped up.


    "What¡¯s the password?"


    "0615."


    Jiang Mian¡¯s finger trembled as it moved to enter the digits.


    Her own birthday?


    "Fu Sichen, you... you¡¯re plotting something."


    "Your birthday is easier to remember."


    Jiang Mian pressed the numbers to unlock the phone, still muttering: "Using your own isn¡¯t easier to remember?"


    Fu Sichen paused for two seconds, then said indifferently: "I don¡¯t celebrate my birthday."


    Jiang Mian was about to say something else but was shocked by the wallpaper on the main screen so much that she almost threw the phone out.

 Chapter 40: Jiang Mian is My Wife

    <h4>Chapter 40: Chapter 40: Jiang Mian is My Wife</h4>


    "What It Feels Like to See Your Own Sexy Photo on Someone Else¡¯s Phone."


    The photo was one Jiang Mian had taken for a magazine shoot shortly after her debut, dressed in a retro olive-green knitted camisole as she knelt on the carpet, her skirt slightly concealing, with red lips and fair skin, radiantly striking yet carrying a hint of pure seduction.


    Especially the half-exposed section of her waist, pale and tender, was particrly eye-catching.


    "Fu Sichen! This wallpaper! I need a reasonable exnation!"


    This man really is full of surprises, and it¡¯s scary.


    Fu Sichen¡¯s thin lips slightly curved, and a deep chuckle escaped from his throat, "Using a photo of my wife shouldn¡¯t be a problem, right?"


    Rough around the edges but not without sense, the man spoke with a righteousness that left Jiang Mian utterly without a retort.


    "But what if someone sees it and it has a bad influence, given that we¡¯re both public figures..."


    "I don¡¯t care, you should just change it to something more eye-protecting."


    If you can¡¯t argue with reason, then y dumb.


    But Fu Sichen wasn¡¯t falling for it this time. Hiszy voice veiled a threatening tone as he casually said, "Mrs. Fu has a point, I¡¯ll just switch it to our couple¡¯s photo afterward."


    "Eye-protecting, aesthetically pleasing, and¡ª"


    With a thought crossing his mind, a deep chuckle spilled from his throat, "It¡¯s also quite eye-catching."


    ???


    Their couple¡¯s photo...


    "No! Not allowed!"


    If that picture was set as wallpaper and someone else saw it, she could just think about where to bury herself.


    Fu Sichen looked at the flustered little cat beside him, his lips quirking up, "So, are we still changing it?"


    Not changing it, not changing it.


    The dog of a man yed the threat card too well.


    She had to take the chance to destroy that photo!!!


    She really didn¡¯t know what possessed her to give in to such temptation back then.


    Indeed, when a man is devastatingly handsome, it¡¯s a curse upon the country and the people.


    "I think it¡¯s quite nice looking, after all, I¡¯m very pretty, and it¡¯s eye-protecting and aesthetically pleasing."


    The two of them very tacitly skipped over the topic, and Jiang Mian clicked into Fu Sichen¡¯s Weibo.


    Then¡ª


    ID: Jiang Mian Is My Wife.


    Her red lips twitched slightly, this username was really simple and direct.


    And there was only Jiang Mian in his following list.


    Something suddenly shed through her mind, and she opened her own phone.


    She searched the chat records for "Jiang Mian Is My Wife"


    Luo Ting: [Never thought that this ID "Jiang Mian Is My Wife" belonged to your fan lord, who single-handedly bought 5000 copies of your magazine]


    She looked at the screenshot Sister Ting directly sent her and thenpared it to the profile picture on Fu Sichen¡¯s Weibo.


    Case Closed.


    This lord was her husband.


    At that time, Jiang Mian had just made her debut, and she didn¡¯t have many fans; everyone was just attracted by her looks.


    The magazine had a cirction of only 10,000 copies, and this lord bought half of them.


    "Fu Sichen, you got money to burn?"


    Though she had never met his parents, Jiang Mian hade to understand that Fu Sichen¡¯s family wasn¡¯t just your average well-off household.


    After all, the price of a vi in North City Center was immeasurable.


    "Hm?"


    "Where did you put those 5000 magazines you bought?"


    She really hadn¡¯t noticed at all, 5000 copies, he was practically acting like a wholesaler.


    "In the wedding house."


    One bombshell after another was giving her a headache.


    She still didn¡¯t understand him fully.


    The matter at hand was more pressing.


    Jiang Mian swiftly changed Fu Sichen¡¯s ID to "Fu Sichen" and certified him on Weibo as¡ª


    Captain Fu from "Enlist, Rookie."


    Then she found her own Weiboment on the additional training post and replied: [No additional training]


    After she replied, she immediately logged out of Fu Sichen¡¯s Weibo, to spare him from the barrage of messages.

 Chapter 41: Extra Training

    <h4>Chapter 41: Chapter 41: Extra Training</h4>


    *


    Jiang Mian had gone straight to the bathroom as soon as she got home.


    She felt like she hadn¡¯t had a proper bath in days at the military base, almost starting to smell.


    By the time she finished soaking in the bath, Fu Sichen was already half-reclining on a lounge chair browsing his tablet.


    Dressed in a ck bathrobe, wearing gold-rimmed sses, his distinctively jointed fingers leisurely swiped across the screen.


    It had to be said¡ªit was only right for someone as good-looking as Fu Sichen to break rules.


    Dressed in anything, he had a unique charm that was truly mesmerizing.


    Jiang Mian was still in a daze,pletely oblivious to the man walking towards her.


    Fu Sichen, tall and slim, was bathed in the warm light that cast a shadow on his profile.


    Jiang Mian looked up, startled, "What are you doing?"


    "Extra training."


    The man leaned in, encircled Jiang Mian¡¯s slim waist, and kissed her, grabbing her chin.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s mind went nk, unable to react to what was happening, and unintentionally fell into Fu Sichen¡¯s rhythm.


    A crisp and clean scent washed over her; this fragrance was the first gift she had given him when she thanked Fu Sichen for agreeing to pretend to be her boyfriend.


    The scent of wooden amber, with a clean, subtle base note that became more captivating the more she smelled it.


    The first time she met Fu Sichen, she thought he was some noble, aloof militarymander. Little did she know, he turned out fierce privately.


    Many of Jiang Mian¡¯s suitors were upset she married a man who had looks but wasn¡¯t wealthy, they even asked why she chose Fu Sichen.


    Without thinking, Jiang Mian retorted, "He¡¯s good in bed."


    That left everyone speechless.


    But that was also the honest truth. Despite her intentions for a marriage of convenience, she couldn¡¯t control herself once things escted uncontrobly.


    Fu Sichen, with a smile, bit her lower lip, "Changed fragrances?"


    Jiang Mian was brought back to reality, "Ow, it was sent by the brand, they let their new spokesperson try it out and have me review it."


    As she spoke, she hooked her arms around Fu Sichen¡¯s neck, her eyes slightly reddened, lips curving up, "So, Captain Fu, how do you rate it?"


    Fu Sichen chuckled softly, his voice low, "Then I¡¯ll have to sample it more thoroughly."


    And then it all wentpletely off track.


    ...


    Perhaps it was the military drills from the past days, coupled with tonight¡¯s ¡¯extra training,¡¯ Jiang Mian felt like her legs weren¡¯t her own anymore, staring nkly at the ceiling.


    Staying in bed for three days wasn¡¯t some lovesick delusion¡ªit was the harsh reality.


    The sound of running water in the bathroom brought the drifting Jiang Mian back to earth.


    She felt so weak she didn¡¯t want to move, justy there scrolling through her phone.


    Susu Big Baby: [Surprise check, what are you doing!]


    This message from Su Lixing was sent an hour ago, which she hadn¡¯t seen at the time.


    Susu Big Baby: [Oh my, women, indeed, there¡¯s nothing that can¡¯t be solved in bed]


    Susu Big Baby: [I won¡¯t disturb you, continue to bask in your happiness]


    Jiang Mian had already rolled her eyes out, this woman¡¯s mouth needed to be blocked by a man.


    Jiang Mian: [Su Lixing, you¡¯ve been single too long, I suggest you start dating]


    Susu Big Baby: [I need to take my time, after all, finding someone like your husband who¡¯s rich and good in bed is hard]


    Susu Big Baby: [A profound truth, I will definitely keep it in mind {video}]


    Jiang Mian clicked on the video¡ª


    First a few seconds of ck screen, then what followed was a looping sound byte: He¡¯s good in bed, he¡¯s good in bed, he¡¯s good in bed...


    And her own proud face.


    "I¡¯m good in bed?"


    Just as Jiang Mian was about to close this embarrassing video, Fu Sichen¡¯s voice suddenly sounded beside her ear.


    She jumped, her phone slipping out of her grasp onto theforter.


    Still ying from the phone, "He¡¯s good in bed..."


    Fu Sichen¡¯s voice, deep and amused, reached for the phone, watching the video with a proud andfortable expression, his shoulders shaking withughter.


    "So Mrs. Fu has such a high opinion of me."


    He paused then added, "Well, understandably, given I kept you in bed for three days."


    Jiang Mian tossed a pillow at Fu Sichen, snatched the phone back up, and pouted, "Isn¡¯t Captain Fu supposed to shield me from my unsuitable suitors."


    "Oh~" Fu Sichen chuckled meaningfully, his voice lingering by Jiang Mian¡¯s ear, "And how about this service? Good or not?"


    "Fu Sichen! Enough¡¯s enough!"


    Seeing Jiang Mian¡¯s cheeks were flushed red, Fu Sichen didn¡¯t continue.


    He bent down and kissed Jiang Mian¡¯s forehead, "Get some rest early, I still have things to do."


    He gently closed the door, and Jiang Mian touched her burning face, picking up her phone from the bed¡ª


    Jiang Mian: [Su Lixing! Are you trying to kill me!!]


    Jiang Mian: [If I end up beaten to death one day, it¡¯ll all be thanks to you!]


    Jiang Mian: [/Angry roar.jpg/]


    Susu Big Baby: [Don¡¯t be mad, getting angry ages you, peace and love~]

 Chapter 42: Tiny Strawberries

    <h4>Chapter 42: Chapter 42: Tiny Strawberries</h4>


    ¡ª


    The next day, when Jiang Mian woke up, her whole body ached as if she had been run over by a car.


    Ouch.


    It was truly unbearable.


    "Awake?"


    The man beside her turned over, his arm naturally wrapping around her slender waist.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s voice was a bit hoarse, "Fu Sichen, you¡¯re so cruel."


    Fu Sichen sat up, looking at the woman with a resentful face and said with a smile in his voice, "Thirsty? I¡¯ll go get you some water."


    Jiang Mian shook her head, but quickly nodded again.


    "Then I¡¯ll carry you."


    Worrying about not being able to walk, Jiang Mian didn¡¯t refuse when Fu Sichen offered and actively extended her arms.


    Fu Sichen scooped Jiang Mian into his arms, and like a ko, she clung to the man with her head buried in his neck and shoulder, lookingpletelyzy.


    Jiang Mian had just taken a few sips of warm water when the doorbell rang.


    Who could it be at this hour?


    "Probably the property management."


    Neither of them thought much of it, and Fu Sichen went to answer the door with Jiang Mian still in his arms.


    "Captain Fu! Morning..."


    "Snap!"


    The door was immediately shut before the people outside could react.


    Outside, Lin Chuan and the other subordinates from the military troop were puzzled.


    "I¡¯m not blind, right? This is Captain Fu¡¯s house, isn¡¯t it?"


    "That was Captain Fu just now, wasn¡¯t it? And there was a woman in his arms..."


    "It must be Mrs. Fu."


    They had intended to bring Captain Fu breakfast and share some good news, but now it seemed they might have caused trouble.


    "Squad leader, should we leave?"


    Lin Chuan was also at a loss, and just when everyone was in a dilemma, the door opened again.


    When everyone saw Fu Sichen clearly, they all had simr expressions.


    "Captain Fu... what¡¯s this?"


    They were used to seeing the stern and imposing Fu Sichen, in neat military uniform, formidable and awe-inspiring.


    But now...


    Dressed in a ck bathrobe, casually untidy at the cor.


    And most importantly!! The small bruises on his neck were especially eye-catching.


    Oh my god!


    They must have encountered something supernatural.


    They probably forgot to check the almanac when they left home today.


    Seeing Captain Fu like this might get them silenced.


    Just when everyone was unsure of what to do, Fu Sichen stepped aside: "Come in."


    It was everyone¡¯s first time at Fu Sichen¡¯s house, and they looked around.


    "My god, Captain Fu, your house is so big."


    "Captain Fu, are you some kind of wealthy heir?"


    "A vi in North City Center isn¡¯t worth less than tens of millions."


    ...


    Fu Sichen poured everyone a ss of water, thenzily lounged on the sofa: "So, you¡¯ve all learned how to surprise someone now."


    He had told them when he left yesterday to contact him if there was anything urgent, and if they couldn¡¯t reach him, they could check the emergency contact manual for his address in North City.


    They had decided to give Captain Fu a surprise today.


    It seemed more like a shock, a shock to them as well.


    Everyone¡¯s gaze turned to Lin Chuan, who gathered courage and said, "We brought Captain Fu some breakfast, and also to inform you that the potential dangers have beenpletely eliminated. Those people have been detained, and we¡¯ve been allowed a few days off."


    "We had good news, so we rushed over to tell you."


    Who would have expected to see this scene.


    Fu Sichen, tapping his fingers against the sofa cushion, casually smiled and said, "Alright then, spill the breakfast onto the tes. If it¡¯s cold, heat it up in the microwave; I¡¯ll go upstairs and change."


    "Sure, Captain Fu!"


    Everyone watched as Fu Sichen went upstairs, their tension instantly easing.


    "My heavens, Captain Fu¡¯s kitchen is so big and exquisite."


    "Wow, don¡¯t even say it, Captain Fu with this look is really hard to recognize."


    "I even saw Captain Fu looking at a photo of a beautiful womanst time, one with fair skin and stunning looks. Then I asked Captain Fu about it, but he kept it secret."


    "Captain Fu doesn¡¯t seem it normally, but he¡¯s actually ridiculously reserved."


    "Pffhaha."


    Laughter echoed down from the stairwell.

 Chapter 43: Captain Fu, You’ve Taken It Too Far

    <h4>Chapter 43: Chapter 43: Captain Fu, You¡¯ve Taken It Too Far</h4>


    Except for Fu Sichen, who looked a little grim, the woman beside him left everyone gaping, each person frozen in ce¡ª


    What have I just seen?


    You¡¯re not going to have us "silenced" for this, right?!!


    What kind of drama is this!!


    ...


    Jiang Mian had changed into a ck, ombre, strappy gown, her ck, slightly curled hair held back with a hair tie forming a knot, with the delicate lines of her shoulders and neck, and a faint red mark at the back of her neck seemingly hidden yet tantalizing.


    Three minutester, everyone took their seats.


    Lin Chuan and a few others were still unable to regain theirposure.


    They exchanged looks with each other¡ª


    "You be quick and spill it."


    "What¡¯s going on here."


    "Jiang Mian and Captain Fu, it couldn¡¯t be some kind of quid pro quo, could it?"


    "Goodness gracious, have I stumbled upon some unspeakable secret?"


    Everyone gave Lin Chuan¡¯s leg a few kicks under the table¡ªafter all, besides Captain Fu, he was the one with the most interactions with Jiang Mian.


    Lin Chuan red at a circle of "ingrates" and stuttered a couple of words: "Jiang... Jiang Mian, you... you¡¯re here too."


    As soon as he spoke, the row of people below held back theirughter, astonished to see Squad Leader Lin in such a predicament.


    Jiang Mian lifted her peach blossom eyes, her direct gaze exuding an indescribable brilliance and charm; she let out augh, "Squad Leader Lin, what a coincidence, I didn¡¯t expect you toe give Captain Fu breakfast as well."


    "Some people are really quite fortunate."


    Herst sentence carried a weighted tone as she cast a meaningful look at Fu Sichen.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s natural tone of voice, authoritative as if she was thedy of the house, truly baffled everyone.


    But Captain Fu was a married man, and everyone knew that Mrs. Fu was in Su City, since every time Captain Fu went home, he went to Su City.


    Now, looking at these two...


    "Captain Fu! I think there are some things we need to say."


    Fu Sichen¡¯s eyebrows lifted slightly, signaling them to continue.


    "You are a married man, and military marriages are protected byw, you can¡¯t just because of Jiang Mian... just... just..."


    "Just what?"


    Fu Sichen¡¯s early morning voice was deeper and colder, giving people a bit of a chill.


    "Just betray your wife!"


    Except for Jiang Mian and Fu Sichen, everyone else stood up, ready to fight for justice for Mrs. Fu.


    Yet Jiang Mian, with an air of someone who enjoyed a scandal growing bigger, fanned the mes, "Captain Fu, you¡¯re taking it too far."


    Wow!!!


    How audacious.


    Those people were even more infuriated.


    No, Jiang Mian¡¯s impression on me is already at -10086.


    Fu Sichen rubbed his brows, his tone somewhat helpless, "What are you all doing? Jiang Mian is my wife, the rightful Mrs. Fu."


    He then turned his gaze to the woman beside him, her red lips slightly upturned, his voice affectionate and maic: "Wife, you¡¯ve scared them."


    ?!!!


    "You... you two?"


    So Mrs. Fu was Jiang Mian, Jiang Mian was Mrs. Fu.


    The peerless beauty that Captain Fu always talked about was actually Jiang Mian!!


    Fu Sichen tapped on the table, signaling them to sit down: "Alright, finish breakfast early and go out for a bit of fun, it¡¯s rare to get a day off."


    Between the lines, everyone understood.


    Yeah, we¡¯ve disturbed them.


    "And, keep this matter as confidential as if you were on a secret mission."


    Fu Sichen¡¯s words were casual, but everyone could hear the threat in them, even picturing the consequences in their minds.


    "Yes, Captain Fu!"


    Everyone thought: If only we hadn¡¯te, knowing too much does no good.


    They pondered this and then cast sympathetic nces toward Lin Chuan: Well, at least they wouldn¡¯t have to face sister-inw during the variety show recording.

 Chapter 44: Kissy Monster

    <h4>Chapter 44: Chapter 44: Kissy Monster</h4>


    *


    Jiang Mian finished breakfast and felt so soft all over that she went back to bed for some more sleep.


    Fu Sichen, on the other hand, had seen off the group.


    By the time Jiang Mian woke up again, the sun was already high in the sky.


    She stretchedzily, her expression hazy as she looked at the sunlight streaming through the floor-to-ceiling windows.


    Jiang Mian gradually propped herself up and sat up, ncing at the time.


    12:20.


    It was already noon.


    Before Jiang Mian could fullye to her senses, the bedroom door opened and Fu Sichen walked straight in.


    "You¡¯re back so soon?"


    He should¡¯ve taken Lin Chuan and the others out for some fun, on top of the courtesy of ying host.


    Fu Sichen walked to the wardrobe, picked out a shirt and a suit: "Grandfather is back."


    Huh?!!


    Jiang Mian suddenly became a lot more alert.


    Fu Sichen¡¯s grandfather.


    The man she had only heard about from his mouth.


    Since the two of them got married, she hadn¡¯t met any of his family. Partly because of the nature of Fu Sichen¡¯s work, and partly because he had only mentioned that his family were all abroad.


    Now they were back in the country...


    "Then should I go with you to meet him?"


    It was a bit sudden, and Jiang Mian found herself inexplicably nervous.


    Fu Sichen calmly took off his clothes, revealing a body with broad shoulders, a narrow waist, and long legs, his muscle lines impressively defined. His voice was steady, "No rush, we¡¯ll meet after a while."


    "Mrs. Fu is so eager to meet the parents, huh?"


    Jiang Mian pouted and stood up from the bed: "I don¡¯t think so."


    If you hadn¡¯t been seeing my parents even more frequently than me, I wouldn¡¯t have such a thought.


    Fu Sichen¡¯s slender fingers meticulously fastened the buttons of his shirt, and as he donned the ck suit jacket, the image of a well-dressed rogue made Jiang Mian unconsciously swallow.


    That¡¯s so unfair...


    Why does this man always look so good in whatever he wears?


    And each style is different.


    A versatile husband, it¡¯s like he¡¯s cosying different styles.


    Thinking about it is kind of¡ª


    Exciting??


    Fu Sichen was looking down and tying his tie, looking a bit rusty having not done it in a while.


    Jiang Mian frowned slightly, walked up to him and hooked her hand around the tie knot,menting disdainfully, "If it doesn¡¯t look good, it¡¯s my face that¡¯s lost in front of Grandfather."


    Fu Sichen looked down at the woman in front of him with a deep smile. From his angle, he could just see her longshes hanging down and her nimble, pretty fingers.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s slender fingertips hooked and pulled, and the tie quickly took shape.


    "It looks better like this."


    Fu Sichen curved his lips and nodded: "Yes, it¡¯s very nice."


    "Go down and have a look, your agent has been drinking tea downstairs for half an hour now."


    Ah?


    Surprise shed through Jiang Mian¡¯s eyes. Why was Sister Ting here today? Wasn¡¯t she supposed to be off?


    "It seems the film crew might be on their way here."


    ?!?!


    Which film crew?


    What are they going to pull?!?!


    Fu Sichen seemed to see through Jiang Mian¡¯s emotions, his lips curving lightly again, "Director Xu is nning a surprise."


    It was just the kind of thing Director Xu would do, stopping at nothing.


    Jiang Mian was about to turn around and tidy up when Fu Sichen pulled her into his arms.


    Her eyes widened as she stared at the man in front of her, trying to break free: "Fu Sichen, stop it!"


    The film crew was on their way and she still needed to get ready, and also get Fu Sichen¡ªthis ticking bomb¡ªout of there.


    If he stayed around, there was sure to be trouble.


    "Just a kiss and I¡¯ll go."


    As soon as he finished speaking, Fu Sichen lowered his head and nted a kiss on Jiang Mian¡¯s lips, his voice deep and husky, "Mrs. Fu, I¡¯ll see you tonight."


    Having said that, the man hurriedly left the room.


    Jiang Mian watched Fu Sichen¡¯s retreating figure and pursed her warm lips.


    What¡¯s been with this mantely?


    Kissing all the time.


    Is he some kind of kissing fiend...?

 Chapter 45: I Was Forced

    <h4>Chapter 45: Chapter 45: I Was Forced</h4>


    Jiang Mian sat in front of the makeup table, intending to apply some foundation to look somewhat presentable.


    "It¡¯s like your butt¡¯s on fire, Miss, you really are calm."


    Luo Ting didn¡¯t know when she had arrived at the room¡¯s doorway, leaning against the door with her arms crossed, watching the woman in front of her cool and collected.


    She was the only one who could keep herposure.


    Jiang Mian applied some lipstick in front of the mirror and pursed her lips slightly, "Should I wee them in a sedan chair carried by eight people?"


    If they were nning a surprise, she¡¯d have to y along a bit and go with the flow.


    "If Captain Fu hadn¡¯t been tipped off by the show crew about the surprise attack, you wouldn¡¯t be able to hide your rtionship with him."


    Lazily, Jiang Mian lifted her eyes, "Fu Sichen doesn¡¯t want it to be public that much. He ims to have a wife, but no one knows what his wife looks like."


    Thinking about what happened that morning made Jiang Mian chuckle uncontrobly.


    Jiang Mian stood up, took a little box of BB cream and concealer, and ced it in Luo Ting¡¯s hands, "Sister Ting, I need your help."


    She arranged her hair to fall to the front of her shoulders, revealing her fair and pretty neck and the eye-catching soft pink mark.


    Luo Ting¡¯s mouth twitched, now really not avoiding anything, "You young people have such stamina, control yourselves a bit, what if you have to shoot some ads or attend business events?"


    "Sister Ting, you should say this to Captain Fu. I was forced..."


    Luo Ting gave her a ¡¯you killed me¡¯ look.


    "Okay, let me apply some loose powder to set it."


    No sooner had her words fallen than the doorbell rang downstairs.


    Jiang Mian and Luo Ting exchanged nces, the guests had arrived.


    Five minutester, Jiang Mian opened the front door, and familiar faces came into view.


    Director Xu, Xiao Zhang, and a few of the show¡¯s cameramen and nners.


    Jiang Mian was already mentally prepared and pretended to be surprised, "Director Xu? Is this considered a raid?"


    Director Xu, through Fu Sichen, had collected the current addresses of all participants, and when he saw Jiang Mian¡¯s address, he was truly taken aback.


    Beijing Mansion.


    The most expensive vi area in North City at the moment, located in the city center, you had to have a certain amount of wealth or status to buy there, simply put, you had to be rich or noble.


    When they arrived, they reported the house number and exined the reason, not expecting the security to let them in.


    They thought they might have tipped off Jiang Mian too early.


    Then it was like taking theizens along as Lady Liu entered the Grand View Garden.


    [Holy shit! Beijing Mansion! That reeks of money]


    [The main thing is that ordinary people really can¡¯t see inside; it¡¯s very secretive and secure]


    [I really can¡¯t figure out which of the six people it could be]


    [Turns out it¡¯s a hidden mogul]


    Right up until the front door opened just now, that slightly made-up face appeared in front of the camera.


    [!!! Jiang Mian!!!]


    [So does this confirm she¡¯s got a sugar daddy?]


    [Definitely. Where does she get so much money as an 18th-tier starlet? Getting good resources as soon as she joins the industry, it¡¯s obvious there¡¯s a patron with money]


    [I¡¯ve just be a fan, don¡¯t expose her sugar daddy so soon]


    ...


    She invited everyone in, "Pleasee in and sit."


    Xiao Zhang swiftly moved with the camera around the ground floor of the house.


    Big!


    It was huge!!


    For the first time, he felt his professional career had met its Waterloo.


    Even the panoramic shot took so long.


    And that was just the first floor.


    The show crew deliberately kept theizens¡¯ curiosity on edge, scanning roughly around the interior before cutting off the live broadcast, under the guise¡ª


    [Details of the following content can be seen in next week¡¯stest update video]


    [Don¡¯t care, that painting on the wall is an original!! It¡¯s worth at least 80 million for starters]


    [The white zed vase next to the living room sofa is a collectible, just used for holding flowers, I don¡¯t understand the world of wealthy people]


    [So!! Is Jiang Mian¡¯s wealth confirmed now?]


    [I don¡¯t believe she doesn¡¯t have a sugar daddy, it¡¯s too extravagant]


    ...


    Even with the live stream cked out, the barrage had already started to argue.

 Chapter 46: Questionnaire Survey Test

    <h4>Chapter 46: Chapter 46: Questionnaire Survey Test</h4>


    Jiang Mian waspletely oblivious to all this.


    She poured some tea for everyone in the program group and looking around at the people seated, she slowly said, "I didn¡¯t know Director Xu would visit suddenly..."


    Director Xu wiped the sweat from his forehead, feeling inexplicably nervous despite the young woman before him.


    "To revisit, since our variety show won¡¯t start filming anytime soon, we prepared some material for everyone."


    Jiang Mian was quite satisfied with this answer and nodded.


    "So, Teacher Jiang, is this house yours?"


    Jiang Mian nced around and said nonchntly, "Oh, this isn¡¯t mine, it¡¯s rented."


    Rented?


    "Then these decorations must be quite valuable."


    Everyone had a certain sharpness; they could tell quality pieces at a nce.


    Jiang Mian didn¡¯t even blink, "Not sure, thendlord didn¡¯t tell me to be careful; maybe they are just high-quality knock-offs?"


    Everyone: Can we call the police for tant lies?


    Later, when Fu Sichen watched the broadcast: My wife sees money as mere dirt.


    Director Xu cleared his throat and didn¡¯t ask any further.


    He cut to the main topic and took out a survey: "It¡¯s like this, our next episode has a segment of pairing one instructor with two trainees."


    "Apart from Captain Fu, we will also invite three captains who trained with Captain Fu at the same time to participate, using a ¡¯one leads two¡¯ mode; specifics won¡¯t be revealed now, but you can look forward to the next recording."


    Jiang Mian looked at the survey handed over by Director Xu ¡ª


    Which type do you prefer? A. Puppy-like B. Little wolf


    Which profession do you lean towards? A. Military personnel B. Doctor C. Lawyer D. CEO


    Which of the following options do you prefer? A. Fitness type male B. Gentle and refined C. Sunny and clean


    ...


    She read through from the start, then raised her eyes to see Director Xu¡¯s smiling face.


    "Does this have something to do with teaming up?"


    Dug quite a hole.


    What a survey.


    It felt just like a matchmaking session.


    Director Xu¡¯s calctions were written all over her face.


    It¡¯s just Fu Sichen, she would not.


    Jiang Mian looked at the questions, using the process of elimination.


    Eliminating those describing Fu Sichen left the rest to chance.


    She¡¯ll pick whatever looks good.


    Two minutester, Jiang Mian put down her pen, all 100 questionspleted.


    Director Xu witnessed the entire process, opening his mouth: "Are you sure you don¡¯t want to check?"


    Picking an option per second, if not Jiang Mian, then who?


    "Teams depend on fate, and fate is predetermined."


    Jiang Mian spoke logically and reasonably, leaving Director Xu utterly speechless and unable to retort.


    This missy was too glib.


    Seeing Director Xu¡¯s disheartened expression, Jiang Mian poured him another cup of tea: "Director Xu, drink some tea, cool down."


    Director Xu: "..."


    He was about tobust.


    Jiang Mian looked regretful: "Not drinking it?"


    She calmly poured herself another cup and began to savor it finely, "I remember this tea seems to cost nearly ten thousand per pound, indeed tastes good, sweet as it enters, fragrant as it lingers."


    Director Xu¡¯s brows and eyes twitched slightly, and he pointed at the tea in front of him: "This one? This expensive?"


    Jiang Mianughed aloud, "Yeah, this isn¡¯t a knock-off, it would be a pity to pour it away..."


    Before she finished speaking, Director Xu had already downed the cup.


    Emmm...


    He savored for a few seconds, didn¡¯t feel anything special.


    Well, expensive for a reason.


    Watching Director Xu¡¯s expression, Jiang Mian couldn¡¯t help but burst intoughter: "Director Xu, weren¡¯t you not going to drink? Why have you started now?"


    Director Xu made up a couple of excuses: "Just tasting what tea that tastes good feels like."


    All one could say was that the tea was good, but this Jiang Mian, trulyughable.


    Afterward, the program team did another routine data collection and gathered some material, then Jiang Mian saw them off.

 Chapter 47: "Linghua

    <h4>Chapter 47: Chapter 47: "Linghua</h4>


    Afterward, the program team did some backup segments and additional material filming.


    Jiang Mian got up and saw them off when they were nearly finished.


    Leaning on the sofa, Jiang Mian felt especially tired.


    Luo Ting, who had been present as her agent the whole time, was so astonished she didn¡¯t say a word.


    She teased with augh, "You really dare to talk nonsense. Netizens today are like Detective Conan; if you tell lies, be careful someone mighte out and give you a harsh ¡¯face-pping¡¯."


    Jiang Mian felt somewhat helpless and hugged a cushion, "Who knew Fu Sichen would stuff my house with so many treasures worth a fortune."


    Huh??


    Jiang Mian suddenly sat up; had it not been for the interview by the director¡¯s team just now, she really hadn¡¯t considered this issue.


    That vi in the North City Center, not to mention, it was possible that the wealth umted by the older generation had bought it as a marriage home for him.


    But the d¨¦cor in this marriage home was all worth millions, and it wasn¡¯t just one piece of it.


    Luo Ting noticed Jiang Mian¡¯s thoughts and continued, "So, is Captain Fu really just a military man? From what I see, the furnishings here are no less valuable than your big vi in Su City."


    "Let¡¯s just leave it for now, ask him about it when there¡¯s time."


    Jiang Mian began looking over the itinerary Luo Ting passed to her.


    "I asked the program team during a break; the exact time for the second recording is probably more than a week away. So in the meantime, there¡¯s a red carpet event. Although it¡¯s not really about you, it wouldn¡¯t hurt to show your face."


    Jiang Mian¡¯s red lips twitched; her agent really spoke the blunt truth.


    "I also asked about He Qianyi. Thest y she auditioned for was ¡¯Linghua¡¯, a big IP, with Director Ming Lang and producer Chen Guang. The male and female leads have already been decided, but for the rival female lead role in the drama, everyone¡¯s fighting tooth and nail, and there¡¯s been no movement on their part yet."


    Jiang Mian vaguely knew of this director and producer, the ¡¯Ming Bright¡¯ duo, renowned for their quality productions.


    The leads in theirst coboration had already be the current famous Movie Queen and Movie Emperor.


    "As for the casting audition, I¡¯ve applied for you, but we can only go if we receive a notification. We can only wait and see."


    Jiang Mian had a good idea about what Luo Ting meant. Everyone wanted a piece of a big production, and who gets noticed oftenes down to a mix of luck and skill out of thousands.


    Jiang Mian stood up and picked up the e-reader from the couch, "Off to study."


    Luo Ting stared as the woman¡¯s frail yet proud figure gradually disappeared at the top of the stairs.


    It¡¯s about time thisdy caught fire...


    *


    The night descended like an invisible hand, the leaden clouds pressing down, and suddenly, a heavy rain began to fall.


    By the floor-to-ceiling window, there came the "pitter-patter" sound of water.


    Jiang Mian, tears not yet dried on the e-reader¡¯s screen disying the original novel of "Linghua," felt a fresh wave of emotion spill forth.


    "Cough, cough..."


    A cough came from the doorway.


    Jiang Mian nced up and saw Fu Sichen, his hair slightly damp, leaningzily against the door.


    When he saw the woman¡¯s slightly swollen peach blossom eyes, his heart twisted, and he approached anxiously, "What¡¯s wrong? Did the program team do something?"


    The sudden concern from Fu Sichen left Jiang Mian unsure of how to begin.


    "I¡¯ll make a phone call."


    "Fu Sichen, it has nothing to do with them. I got teary from reading a book."


    Jiang Mian grabbed his hand quickly but then pulled away,


    "I want to challenge a script. Sister Ting said we have to wait for the audition notification. I just wanted to read the original book, but I didn¡¯t expect to end up crying."


    The bright light in the room highlighted Jiang Mian¡¯s pale and flushed cheeks, making her look particrly pitiable. Fu Sichen reached out and wiped the tears from her eyes, "Alright, don¡¯t cry like that again."


    The man¡¯s rough fingertips were slightly ticklish against her face, and Jiang Mian pushed Fu Sichen towards the bathroom, "Enough, I¡¯m fine. You¡¯re soaked; better take a shower quickly."


    "I¡¯ll read for a bit longer."


    "Snap¡ª"

 Chapter 48: First Invest 80 Million

    <h4>Chapter 48: Chapter 48: First Invest 80 Million</h4>


    Fu Sichen looked at the closed bathroom door and smiled faintly as he pulled out his phone to find his WeChat contacts¡ª


    Fu Sichen: "Check if ¡¯Linghua¡¯ stillcks investors."


    Xu Lai: "Okay, President Fu."


    Three minutester.


    Xu Lai: "Currently, there¡¯s nock of investors, but from what I understand, they are all small-scale ones. More will be neededter for promotions and such."


    Fu Sichen: "Contact their director and producer. We can start with an investment of 80 million and add moreter."


    Xu Lai: "Okay."


    *


    The next day


    Jiang Mian was bombarded awake by the phone by her bed.


    Early in the morning...


    Jiang Mian reached for her phone, "Hello?"


    "Good news, good news! The staff from ¡¯Linghua¡¯ called and asked you toe for an audition this Friday."


    !!!!


    Jiang Mian bolted upright, her mind clearing significantly.


    She looked around; she was awake and not dreaming.


    "Lucky you, it¡¯s like stepping in dog poop. Your family didn¡¯t intervene this time, right?"


    As far as Luo Ting knew, Ming Lang and Chen Guang both consideredpatibility significant, but their abilities were the main factors here.


    Jiang Mian, with a slightly hoarse voice, replied, "I told you, I rely on myself."


    "You, with that voice, young people..."


    "Keep your dirty thoughts to yourself. The original novel made me cry so much."


    Jiang Mian had forgotten howte she had been reading the previous night; she only knew her tears couldn¡¯t be stopped.


    She was determined tond the role in this y.


    "Alright, I¡¯ll give you the day off, but just so you¡¯re aware, Yu Xinting ran into trouble. Try to control your exposure on Weibo¡¯s trending topics to avoid drawing fire to yourself."


    Luo Ting hung up after speaking.


    What trouble had happened to draw fire to oneself?


    Driven by curiosity, Jiang Mian opened the trending searches on Weibo.


    All the trending keywords featured explosive words.


    #YuXintingHiddenRules#


    #YuXintingPrivatePhotos#


    #YuXinting#


    ...


    The trending terms were more eye-catching than each other.


    Instead of clicking further, Jiang Mian directly called Luo Ting, "Do you know where Yu Xinting is right now?"


    ????


    Hadn¡¯t she just told this ancestor not to meddle, and not even a minute had passed...


    "Jiang Mian, we can¡¯t intervene in this matter. It involves too much, and it¡¯s being spearheaded by her formerpany along with otherpetitors."


    "She doesn¡¯t have your kind of powerful backing, and many things aren¡¯t as simple as they appear."


    Luo Ting¡¯s heart had skipped when she saw the trending searches that morning.


    Knowing her artist¡¯s character of not bearing grit in her eye, if it involved her friend, she probably couldn¡¯t resist intervening.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s lips pursed slightly, her beautiful ck eyes gleaming coldly, her tone calm, "Drive the private car. I won¡¯t interfere, but I¡¯m going to see her."


    Luo Ting knew arguing with Jiang Mian was futile and agreed.


    At least she could ensure Jiang Mian¡¯s actions remained within her sight.


    Twenty minutester.


    To avoid drawing too much attention, Luo Ting drove her private car over.


    "Jiang Mian, there are things I still need to say. We should try to view many things from an observer¡¯s perspective. Wading too deeply into murky waters can get one stuck."


    Uncharacteristically collected and calm, Jiang Mian replied, "Don¡¯t worry, I know my limits."


    Just now, my brother had checked a few specifics; she could at most offer timely help, and the rest had to be managed by her alone.


    "You¡¯re here."


    Yu Xinting¡¯s manager was a handsome guy about their age, yet mature andposed.


    Jiang Mian removed her mask and surveyed her surroundings in detail, "Where is she?"


    "In the room."


    Jiang Zhiyu stopped the advancing Jiang Mian, "Miss Jiang, before you go in, there are a few words I¡¯d like to have with you."


    "Pleasee with me."


    Jiang Mian and Luo Ting followed Jiang Zhiyu into another room.


    The scene before them left both somewhat shocked¡ª

 Chapter 49: Contact a Lawyer, I Want to Call the Police

    <h4>Chapter 49: Chapter 49: Contact a Lawyer, I Want to Call the Police</h4>


    Every wall was covered in photos of Jiang Mian attending various grand events on the red carpet, along with some candid shots from Weibo.


    On the floory an assortment of magazines, and framed within the photo frames were Jiang Mian¡¯s autographed signatures and pictures.


    There were also various cards and postcards...


    This was to the extent that even the principal herself would be shocked.


    Jiang Zhiyu stepped forward, wiping the dust off the photo frames on the table with a cloth: "Baby Yu really admires Miss Jiang. She is a role model and has always been the motivation and goal for her continued efforts."


    "When she received the notification that you were going, she was still hesitating, but then she readily epted."


    Jiang Mian slowly looked through the circle of photos; every picture she had posted on social media since her im to fame was here.


    Her gazended on a white envelope.


    [Xinxin goes to sleep (Recipient)]


    This was her own handwriting...


    Jiang Mian looked at Jiang Zhiyu with a surprised expression: "So, she¡¯s ¡¯Xinxin goes to sleep¡¯?!"


    Jiang Mian¡¯s top fan on her topic page, the kind that had been there ever since her debut.


    "Has she ever told you why she likes me?"


    Jiang Zhiyu shook his head; he was curious too.


    From the time Yu Xinting made her overseas debut, he had always been the manager of their group, and even when she terminated her contract and returned to the country, he followed her back, but he never heard her mention it.


    He didn¡¯t even know about the existence of this room until the day before recording the variety show.


    "Miss Jiang, it¡¯s really unexpected that you woulde. To Baby Yu, you are a different kind of existence, she said that you are a beam of light in her darkness," Jiang Zhiyu¡¯s voice was choked up, and he paused for two seconds: "She was once drugged... and had been depressed."


    Jiang Mian¡¯s lips tightened slightly, and her eyshes trembled lightly: "I¡¯ll go and see her."


    Luo Ting wiped the tears from the corner of her eyes and looked at Jiang Zhiyu: "Mr. Jiang, let¡¯s wait for them outside."


    This room belonged to a personal space, seeing Luo Ting afraid that she couldn¡¯t hold back her own emotions either.


    "Please."


    *


    Jiang Mian knocked on the door of Yu Xinting¡¯s room, then gently walked in.


    Yu Xinting was sitting in front of the floor-to-ceiling windows, hugging a teddy bear, and her gaze swept over with some surprise.


    "Why are you here?!"


    As if thinking of something, she quickly covered her face: "Don¡¯t look at me, I don¡¯t look good right now."


    The bedroom was pitch-ck, the curtains tightly closed, the oppressive atmosphere pressing against Jiang Mian¡¯s chest.


    She stepped forward and drew back the curtains in front of the floor-to-ceiling windows.


    "No! Don¡¯t! Quickly close them."


    Yu Xinting¡¯s tears flowed, her whole being somewhat out of control.


    Jiang Mian hugged her tightly, gently soothing her back: "It¡¯s okay, it¡¯s okay, I¡¯m here."


    Once Yu Xinting¡¯s emotions had settled down a bit, Jiang Mian spoke slowly: "I didn¡¯t realize I had a hidden super fan so close to me; no wonder someone was so conflicted, happy to see me yet also awkward."


    Yu Xinting responded with a voice tinged with sobs: "That¡¯s not true..."


    "That little bear was from three years ago, on a street corner in North Country¡ªI gave it to a girl. So this is why you found me and came to like me."


    "I don¡¯t know what happened to you back then, but at the time I only hoped the teddy bear would bring you some warmth."


    The teddy bear Jiang Mian had seen when she entered the room made her recognize the girl from back then¡ª


    In the snowstorm streets of North Country, a girl was squatting in a corner, crying non-stop, her nose red from the cold.


    Jiang Mian was traveling with friends that year and saw this scene. She gave the girl the teddy bear she had just bought and called a car to send her back.


    "You said I was your light, but I hope more that you be your own light."


    "So, Yu Xinting, let me get to know you again, is that okay?"


    Yu Xinting, with swollen eyes, looked at the bright and gentle woman before her and nodded: "Okay."


    ......


    After an unknown length of conversation, when Jiang Mian came out, Yu Xinting followed behind.


    Jiang Zhiyu immediately came forward: "Baby Yu, no matter what choices you make, I will support you."


    Yu Xinting nced at Jiang Mian, then looked at Jiang Zhiyu: "Contact thewyer, I want to report to the police."

 Chapter 50: Being a Good Husband

    <h4>Chapter 50: Chapter 50: Being a Good Husband</h4>


    !!!!!!


    Jiang Zhiyu could hardly believe it, he didn¡¯t dare to bring up this matter in front of Yu Xinting.


    The scar over her heart was a wound Yu Xinting didn¡¯t dare touch.


    "Are you serious?!"


    "Mmm, I no longer want to evade, so for this matter, I will personallye forward to respond."


    Jiang Mian felt some relief seeing this, she gave a light cough and said, "Alright, next time you see me, don¡¯t be awkward, if you like someone, just like them, don¡¯t hide it."


    "Since there¡¯s nothing else, we¡¯ll be heading back first."


    It wasn¡¯t appropriate for them to intervene in the matters that followed.


    "No, no, no, Miss Jiang, I really must thank you for this."


    "We¡¯ll talk about thatter, you have more urgent things to deal with now."


    Before leaving, Jiang Mian added, "If you need help, look for me."


    Yu Xinting, looking at the woman standing before her with slightly upturned red lips and brimming with confidence, quickly showed a fangirl-like expression, "Look Zhiyu, she¡¯s really outstanding, confident, and captivating!"


    "Alright, I know already, the most important thing now is dealing with those people, don¡¯t let any of them go."


    A hint of ferocity shed through Jiang Zhiyu¡¯s eyes, but it quickly vanished.


    He stood up to call the police and also contacted awyer.


    *


    Luo Ting teased the silent woman who had been quiet since getting into the car, "What¡¯s wrong, you seem to be getting depressed."


    Jiang Mian, supporting her cheek, did indeed look a bit more worried with herzy, falling hair.


    "Not really, just feeling quite fortunate."


    Jiang Mian too had been through a phase where she wasmbasted by the entire inte. Even though the words trending on the square were quickly taken down, the number of people cursing her did not decrease.


    Fortunately, thepanionship and support of family and friends around her seemed to make her regard all this with a smile, not taking it seriously at all.


    She could even bite back at her detractors.


    "Sister Ting, do you think I¡¯m just too heartless?"


    Luo Ting nearly swung a heavy fist again; indeed, being heartless ¨C the emotions arrived quickly and left just as fast.


    "Alright, now that you¡¯ve taken care of your worries, don¡¯t forget about the red carpet event tomorrow night. You finished the original novel, right? If your eyes are still swollen tomorrow, be careful of losing your ¡¯Red Carpet Killer¡¯ reputation."


    Since her debut, although Jiang Mian had not done many TV dramas, her live photos from every red carpet event she attended had be a sensation.


    Even with the existence of haters, sometimes they had topliment her because of her face.


    "Don¡¯t worry, they can¡¯t shake my position."


    The phone vibrated, and Jiang Mian nced at it before opening WeChat.


    It was a location sent by Fu Sichen.


    Good Husband Alive: [I¡¯m eating here tonight, mighte backte, I¡¯ve contacted Auntie to go home and cook]


    Jiang Mian¡¯s gaze wasn¡¯t on the content Fu Sichen had sent, but rather on the four-word remark above it.


    Good Husband Alive??


    What kind of remark was this?!!


    Jiang Mian: [Won¡¯t you exin this remark {photo}]


    Good Husband Alive: [Su Lixing has the remark of precious baby, shouldn¡¯t I be more special?]


    The tone even sounded aggrieved?


    Perhaps Fu Sichen had been under too much pressure recording the variety showtely, which made him a little neurotic and abnormal.


    Jiang Mian found a satisfactory excuse for herself.


    At that moment, Fu Sichen sitting at the dining table was staring at the chat history, his lips curving unhidden.


    Fu Jingcun gave a light cough, "Xiao Chen, it¡¯s not like you to y with your phone at the dinner table. About your granddaughter-inw, when do you n to bring her over to meet me?"


    Fu Sichen put away his phone, his eyes softening, "In a little while, Grandfather. If we rush things, it might scare her."


    Fu Jingcun wasn¡¯t used to hearing his grandson speak like this andughed, "Am I that frightening? It¡¯s been over a year since you got married; if I hadn¡¯te back, I¡¯d think you were nning to ¡¯keep a concubine in a golden house¡¯."


    Keep a concubine in a golden house?


    Something shed through Fu Sichen¡¯s mind, and heughed out loud, his lips naturally curling upwards.


    "Grandfather, don¡¯t worry, you¡¯ll definitely like your granddaughter-inw."


    Fu Jingcun looked at his grandson¡¯s inexplicable change, warmth gathering in his eyes instead of the usual cold demeanor.


    It was a good sign.


    He changed the topic, "You still remember the promise you made with Grandfather, right? There¡¯s just over a month left, it¡¯s time to put an end to it."


    Fu Sichen¡¯s lips thinned, and he nodded, "Mm, I¡¯ll be back in time."

 Chapter 51: No Longer Attractive?!!

    <h4>Chapter 51: Chapter 51: No Longer Attractive?!!</h4>


    *


    The same night, Yu Xinting posted a very long Weibo, within which she recounted the people she had met and the things that had happened to her since her debut.


    Sheid her scars bare for all to see.


    Below were attached several pieces of police reports andints filed for litigation.


    Public opinion immediately shifted direction.


    [Baby Yu is really so pitiful]


    [Damn, what the hell was the previouspany doing]


    [So why do they still treat her like this after all her hard work?]


    [Sympathy y, who can¡¯t do that, all fake and pretentious]


    ...


    There were still a few trolls in thements section, Jiang Zhiyu directly noted their IDs and took them to court as well.


    After reading the whole post, Jiang Mian typed out a message¡ª


    Jiang Mian: [Luckily, it¡¯s not toote, we¡¯re all here/hug.jpg/]


    Yu Xinting immediately replied to Jiang Mian.


    Yu Xinting: [The stranger from three years ago, and today¡¯s Jiang Mian, thank you/heart.jpg/]


    [The friendship between girls is really too wonderful sob sob sob]


    [I always thought these two were rivals, didn¡¯t expect they actually get along so well]


    [Did the two of them know each other three years ago?!]


    [The hometown lilies bloom, it¡¯s quite a nice pairing]


    ...


    Jiang Mian felt an unusual weariness after all she had been through that day.


    She ran a bathtub full of water, added a bath bomb, and was apanied by soft music ying on the side.


    Her bathrobe slid down as she soaked in, warm water enveloping herpletely, her body rxed andfortable beyond words.


    She began to rey the recent series of events in her mind.


    Fu Sichen had been appearing frequently, she wondered if something might be wrong with his work.


    And there was his grandfather, someone she had never met before.


    She also realized she had never been curious about what Fu Sichen¡¯s family actually did for a living.


    How should she perform better at the audition on Friday?


    ...


    Jiang Mian¡¯s head started to feel heavy, her eyelids slowly grew heavy too, and shey in the tub drowsy and ready to fall asleep.


    Half an hourter.


    Fu Sichen came home to find no trace of Jiang Mian, only the soothing and soft musicing from the bathroom.


    "Mianmian?"


    "..."


    "Jiang Mian?"


    Apart from the music, there was no other sound in the bathroom.


    With a slight furrow in his brows, Fu Sichen opened the bathroom door.


    Steam filled the space, with a faint rose scent wafting through the air.


    Through the mist, Fu Sichen saw the woman asleep in the tub, her sleepiness was sweet.


    Her fair cheeks were flushed from the warmth, and her moist, tender red lips were tempting enough to make one want to capture them.


    He shook his head helplessly, only she could fall asleep in the bathroom, almost drowning...


    Fu Sichen picked up a towel hanging on the rack and fished the woman out of the bath, draping the towel over her body.


    Jiang Mian slept soundly, even in Fu Sichen¡¯s arms she found afortable position and didn¡¯t wake.


    Fu Sichen looked at Jiang Mian, who was sweetly asleep in his arms, her body soft and delicate, his Adam¡¯s apple bobbed slightly as he gently ced her onto the bed.


    After tucking her in and removing the towel, he assured she was sleeping deeply.


    He looked at the woman on the bed for a while, leaned down to ce a kiss on Jiang Mian¡¯s forehead.


    "Goodnight, Xuanxuan."


    Fu Sichen got up and headed to the study next door.


    *


    The next morning, sunlight filtered through the fog andnded on therge bed.


    Jiang Mian unconsciously rubbed her face against the pillow, so soft and smooth...


    Her longshes quivered, and the corners of her eyes seemed to glisten with mist as she slowly opened them.


    Huh??


    Jiang Mian looked around, clearly, she was in the bathtubst night, how did she end up on the bed.


    She felt like a peeled egg all over, the friction of her skin against the silk sheets was indescribablyfortable.


    Jiang Mian slowly sat up and pulled back the covers to take a look.


    !!!


    Damn.


    Totally. Naked. Sleeping!!


    Jiang Mian rubbed her hair, only remembering soaking in the bath before vaguely hearing Fu Sichen calling her: Xuanxuan.


    Then¡ª


    Her mind shed with an unclear image, and she darted to the full-length mirror.


    Fair skin, a figure curvy in all the right ces, slender waist, long legs.


    Good, good, there were no marks.


    So Fu Sichen carried her back to bedst night, and then he didn¡¯t stay here?


    Did that dog get a conscience???


    No, Jiang Mian took a closer look at herself in the mirror.


    Damn!!


    This body, this beauty, and he remained unmoved?!!


    Jiang Mian!!! Are you no longer attractive to Fu Sichen?!!


    "Click¡ª"


    The bedroom door opened.

 Chapter 52: Still Short of Breath After All This Time

    <h4>Chapter 52: Chapter 52: Still Short of Breath After All This Time</h4>


    !!!!


    Jiang Mian and Fu Sichen locked eyes, and Jiang Mian instinctively didn¡¯t know where to cover herself.


    "Ahhh! Fu Sichen! Get out quickly!!"


    Fu Sichen stood still, a deep and light chuckle resonating, "Mrs. Fu seems a bit standoffish."


    Jiang Mian quickly hid under the covers, rolling around in bed until she wrapped herself up.


    Wuu wuu wuu...


    This is so embarrassing; I can¡¯t face anyone now.


    How could Fu Sichen coincidentally see me as I was checking myself out in the mirror.


    Ahhh, I¡¯m going to die!!


    Fu Sichen looked at the woman buried under the covers andughed deeply, his lips unconsciously curling up. "You bettere out, or you¡¯ll suffocate."


    He stepped forward and pulled the nket off Jiang Mian¡¯s face, revealing her fair and rosy cheeks.


    Her expression was one of slight shock; she suddenly didn¡¯t know where to look.


    "You...you you you!"


    Fu Sichen¡¯s thin lips approached Jiang Mian¡¯s burning ear, his voice as deep andugher-filled as ever, "What about me...?"


    "It seems Mrs. Fu is quite pleased with her own figure."


    ???


    Jiang Mian¡¯s body temperature rose even higher, her breath tangling with Fu Sichen¡¯s fresh and cool scent.


    Heat and cold intertwined, enticing one to sink deeper.


    "Who told you toe in without knocking? That¡¯s impolite."


    Fu Sichenughed, his tone slightly aggrieved, "Hmm, impolite, so I have to knock even when entering my own room..."


    "..."


    The man propped a hand on the headboard; Jiang Mian curled up even more, as an intense feeling of dominance swept over her. Despite being d in a in white shirt, he exuded a dangerous aura.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s mind raced, and she finally managed to blurt out this question, "So... you have the day off today, not going to work?"


    "I can be a littlete..."


    ???


    Just as the man overhead was about to nt a kiss, Fu Sichen¡¯s phone rang.


    "Your phone is ringing."


    My savior has arrived!


    Fu Sichen frowned slightly, pressed the speaker button, and set the phone aside.


    "Hello, Captain Fu, we¡¯ve just received an urgent notice; we need to return to the base now."


    Fu Sichen took his phone, turned off the speakerphone, and headed straight to the bathroom to take the call.


    Jiang Mian urgently drew in breaths, it was too hot, just too hot.


    I was suffocating.


    If it were two secondster, that detestable man would have definitely devoured me.


    Soon, Fu Sichen emerged from the bathroom, his handsome features looking a bit severe.


    He went to the wardrobe, took out a few clothes, and packed them into the suitcase.


    Hmm???


    Is he rushing back to the base now?!


    Wrapped in her nket, Jiang Mian struggled to her feet and hopped to the wardrobe.


    "How long will you be gone this time?"


    She intended to ask him what the issue was, but she blurted out this question instead.


    Fu Sichen looked at the woman bundled up in front of him, his chuckleced with indulgence, "Is Mrs. Fu reluctant to let me go?"


    "I just..."


    "Eh!"


    Jiang Mian suddenly felt weightless, her legs dangling in mid-air, as Fu Sichen stepped forward and lifted her onto the vanity.


    He braced his hands on the tabletop, looked down at the startled woman, and said, "Once I leave this time, I won¡¯t leave again."


    ?!!


    Those words!


    Jiang Mian¡¯s pretty eyes widened in disbelief; she dared not think in any other direction.


    "Mmm..."


    Fu Sichen bent down and kissed Jiang Mian¡¯s red lips, pulling her thoughts back to the present.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s face flushed with the intensity of the kiss, and it wasn¡¯t until she struggled to breathe that Fu Sichen finally let her go.


    He stared at the woman with flushed cheeks, a trace of amusement in his voice, "Still short of breath after all this time..."


    ???


    Calling who short of breath!!


    Not everyone can be like you, as if breathing is unnecessary.


    Fu Sichen stroked Jiang Mian¡¯s hair, "Alright, it¡¯s almost time, I have to go. Send me a message if anythinges up."


    Jiang Mian watched the door close gently, then heard the sound of a car starting downstairs.


    She dangled her legs, and pressed her red lips together.


    It seemed she had an indescribable addiction to Fu Sichen.


    Looking at her current position, she had no idea how to get down from the vanity.


    The detestable man had lifted her up but hadn¡¯t carried her down.


    Jiang Mian awkwardly slid down with the help of the nket, narrowly avoiding a fall.


    Better tidy up, since Sister Ting woulde soon to do my makeup.

 Chapter 53: Afraid You’ll Bear the Scars of War

    <h4>Chapter 53: Chapter 53: Afraid You¡¯ll Bear the Scars of War</h4>


    *


    "Cheongsam?"


    Jiang Mian looked at the dress Luo Ting brought out for her to wear on the red carpet, a bit surprised.


    She asked Luo Ting for confirmation repeatedly.


    Luo Ting nodded, "Your brother prepared it for you. It¡¯s said that this cheongsam took Teacher Tian nearly two months to make."


    "At first, I also felt it might not be appropriate, but aren¡¯t you auditioning for ¡¯Linghua¡¯? The second female lead in it is a ¡¯cheongsam beauty,¡¯ and she probably wears more cheongsams than the main character."


    Jiang Mian caught on to Luo Ting¡¯s implication; seizing attention with the red carpet appearance to let the production team see how well she fits the role.


    Her red lips curved slightly as she stepped forward and closely examined the needlework and embroidery on the cheongsam, which was vibrant and lifelike.


    "Who would have thought my brother, with his straight male logic, would ever get a clue."


    Once Jiang Mian settled on the cheongsam, she let the makeup artist begin her makeup, while Luo Ting stood by, scrutinizing the woman being made up.


    "Is there something written on me? You¡¯re staring so hard."


    Her own manager¡¯s gaze seemed to scan her from head to toe, a bit frighteningly thorough.


    After making sure, Luo Ting nonchntly sat down on the sofa: "No writing, just afraid you might have some marks from a fight."


    "..."


    Alright, I shouldn¡¯t have asked.


    Luo Ting let out a slight snicker while looking at the messages on her phone: "That He Qianyi and her team are doing everything they can to find out what you¡¯re wearing. They¡¯re hoping to overshadow you, and I heard the press releases are all prepared."


    Jiang Mian slightly lifted her gaze to the mirror, the corner of her eye lightly raised, her exquisite profile bathed in the light as though a filter had been cast over it: "Oh, then they probably won¡¯t get the chance to send them."


    Luo Ting gave Jiang Mian an enthusiastic thumbs-up from behind, "Thedy acts like true nobility, indeed."


    Using a calm tone to deliver the sharpest words.


    Choosing the cheongsam had been ast-minute decision for Jiang Mian¡¯s team, as they had originally settled on a mermaid dress tailored for high-end asions. The news had already spread amongst the various teams in the circle, and everyone had been ready to counter.


    But this sudden switch to a cheongsam was likely to catch them off guard.


    Thinking of this, Jiang Mian¡¯s red lips curved, a cunning smile ying in her eyes.


    Tonight would be quite the lively event.


    After the makeup was done, her red lips and groomed brows ented her slightly pinned-up hair, eyes like blooming peach blossoms, and a radiant charm. The sway of her beautiful figure with every crossed step held an indescribable allure.


    "Oh my god! I definitely need to arrange more of this kind of cheongsam makeup for you. You are just too beautiful!!"


    In Luo Ting¡¯s mind, no other word but ¡¯beautiful¡¯ was fitting enough to describe thedy before her.


    "We can go for the photoshoot outside now. Let¡¯s take a few pictures first, then we can leak them on Weibo ahead of time."


    Luo Ting felt her heartbeat skip a beat, such beauty was unbelievable.


    "Click¡ª¡ª"


    "Click¡ª¡ª"


    "Click¡ª¡ª"


    The camera¡¯s relentless clicking, as the photographer simply couldn¡¯t bear to pause for even a few seconds in the face of such a stunning scene and beauty.


    "Good, very good!!"


    "Teacher Jiang, look over here, you¡¯re so beautiful."


    "Teacher Jiang, your eyes are perfect, just like that."


    The photographer couldn¡¯t stop praising, a storm of ttery blowing in.


    Yet, to everyone, these were nothing but the honest truth.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s beauty was renowned in the entertainment circle, her cool demeanorbined with soul-stealing eyes; every frown and smile could captivate anyone.


    Luo Ting, standing aside, also unconsciously took several pictures with her phone¡ª


    The raw photos were already this stunning, how could anyone stand it?


    One of the photos captured the moment Jiang Mian looked back, the corners of her lips slightly raised, the slit of the cheongsam revealing her slender, fair, and hardly concealed legs. Absolutely irresistible.


    A beautiful person looks good in every photo.


    Luo Ting couldn¡¯t get enough of looking at the photo.


    Only she could surpass her own peak of beauty.


    Something came to Luo Ting¡¯s mind, and she opened WeChat, finding her contact¡ª


    Luo Ting: [New photos of Jiang Mian fresh out of the oven {photo}{photo}{photo}]

 Chapter 54: Red Carpet Killer

    <h4>Chapter 54: Chapter 54: Red Carpet Killer</h4>


    Luo Ting sent over a dozen photos in a row.


    On the other end, Jiang Mian¡¯s shoot had just about wrapped up and it was time to change locations.


    Luo Ting put away her phone and immediately approached with excitement, "So beautiful, so beautiful! Really!!"


    Jiang Mian had listened all the way to Luo Ting praising her beauty. With a slight lift of her red lips, she smiled, "Sister Ting, it¡¯s not your first day with me. My beauty isn¡¯t a first-day thing either."


    Luo Ting was very much in agreement with her own artist¡¯s words, expressing her full consent, "Yes, you¡¯re beautiful, you¡¯re absolutely right."


    Jiang Mian had every reason to be self-admiring, as for her, it was all undeniable truth.


    Once Jiang Mian¡¯s final outdoor shot wasplete, the group had to rush to the red carpet event.


    In the nanny car, the post-production team quickly sent over the photoshopped images.


    Jiang Mian looked at the recently processed photo on her tablet, her red lips curving slightly, and chose her favorite to post on her Weibo.


    Jiang Mian v: [Sneak peek {photo}]


    [OMG OMG OMG!!! Jiang Mian¡¯s face and cheongsam are such a perfect match, cryyyy]


    [No matter what happens in the entertainment circle, Jiang Mian¡¯s face is there to carry us through]


    [After looking around, Jiang Mian¡¯s is still the best, red carpet killer isn¡¯t just a name!]


    [While other female celebrities arepeting in evening gowns, Jiang Mian¡¯s cheongsam is killing it!!]


    ...


    Other male and female stars had released their red carpet previews early in the morning, but when it came to Jiang Mian, it was almost time to walk the red carpet.


    She broke through the clutter among the many purchased search terms.


    #JiangMianCheongsam#


    #JiangMianRedCarpetLook#


    #RedCarpetKillerIsBack#


    Jiang Mian, reading thements praising her, felt incredibly good, to the extent that some people were even directly @-ing Linghua¡¯s official Weibo in thements section.


    Now He Qianyi¡¯s fans couldn¡¯t sit still.


    [Some people could use a bit more self-awareness, don¡¯t be too shameless]


    [It¡¯d be really ugly to get pped in the face]


    [A single cheongsam and she wants to star in Linghua, wishful thinking]


    Jiang Mian wasn¡¯t too bothered by thesements.


    Let them fuss, after all, it was her who was going to the audition, not their rejected sisters.


    Unexpectedly, Linghua¡¯s official Weibo directly replied to theizen who had @-ed itself.


    [Look Linghua, your Man Yue has arrived @Linghua Official Weibo]


    Linghua Official Weibo: [An audition invitation has been sent to "Man Yue," looking forward to the performance!]


    This official response from the Weibo ount had everyone exploding.


    Originally, everyone was just praising Jiang Mian¡¯s good looks, but then Linghua¡¯s official Weibo got involved, sparking a series of butterfly effects¡ª


    Like original novel fansing out in support!!


    And fans of the actresses who had failed the audition for the female second lead all started railing against her!


    Of course, there were also passers-by who appreciated the beauty and onlookers excited to see the drama unfold.


    Even Jiang Mian hadn¡¯t anticipated that the official Weibo ount would actually make a move.


    Linghua¡¯s director and producer have always disliked these tactics. The official Weibo ount had only ever posted once before to announce the male and female leads, and nothing else.


    What¡¯s this, suddenly ying possum today??


    Now if the audition went poorly, that would really be a p in the face.


    At this moment, Fu Sichen was looking at the photos Luo Ting had sent him.


    He lowered hisshes, contemting the photo of the woman with her red lips and white teeth, graceful and charming.


    And then he saved each photo one by one.


    Fu Sichen: [Thank you.]


    Luo Ting, seeing the message, almostughed out loud. The old husband and wife behaved so politely, and yet she had to mediate as the middleman.


    Luo Ting: [You¡¯re wee. There are retouched photos on Weibo.]


    Fu Sichen logged into his Weibo and clicked on his special attention list.


    Thetest Weibo post.


    His lips curved into a smile, and with a light tap of his finger, he saved it.


    He set it as his home screen wallpaper.

 Chapter 55: The Inner Field

    <h4>Chapter 55: Chapter 55: The Inner Field</h4>


    *


    The nanny van arrived at the entrance to the red carpet, and as soon as the journalists and media on-site received the news, they immediately turned their cameras in this direction.


    The host nced at the list in his hand, then at the media¡¯s reaction andughed, "I believe everyone¡¯s reaction tells us who our next guest is, let us wee Jiang Mian to our red carpet."


    Jiang Mian slowly stepped down from the nanny van and, once steady on her feet, walked onto the red carpet.


    [Ah! She¡¯s really beautiful!!]


    [I have to get this on the front page!!]


    [That face alone brings the heat!!!]


    ...


    shbulbs continuously flickered towards Jiang Mian.


    Her red lips slightly curved, her figure graceful and alluring, legs crossing with an enchanting charm as she moved.


    Especially her delicate and bright face, with a sharp and aggressive beauty, was particrly eye-catching, instantly capturing the attention of everyone present.


    "Alright, please sign on our promotion board Jiang Mian, and thene over here."


    Jiang Mian quickly signed her name, nodded slightly to the ceremonial hostess, put down the signing pen, and walked over to the host¡¯s side.


    "As everyone knows, Jiang Mian is always a killer on the red carpet, especially in this Cheongsam which is a sight for sore eyes, literally unmissable. What made you decide to wear a Cheongsam this time?"


    Jiang Mian gave a slight smile towards the camera, her voice light, "I wanted to try different styles and found that the Cheongsam also has a unique charm. So everyone should also try wearing styles they are not used to. You might discover a new world."


    "We also found out earlier that you received an audition invitation from ¡¯Linghua,¡¯ which everyone has been vying for. What are your thoughts on this?"


    Jiang Mian paused for two seconds, realizing the previous chat was leading up to this.


    Fortunately, she was well-practiced in thinking on her feet.


    Her expression didn¡¯t change much, "I¡¯m very thankful to the Director and the production team for their recognition. I will bring my best spirit to prepare for the audition."


    With minimal effort, Jiang Mian answered deftly.


    As time was nearly up, the host didn¡¯t ask further, "Then once again, thank you Jiang Mian. Please have a seat inside, and let us wee our next guest..."


    Jiang Mian walked into the inner area and breathed a sigh of relief.


    She found her seat and sat down, only to be greeted immediately by He Qianyi, "Jiang Mian, long time no see!"


    ???


    Have we met before?


    Jiang Mian¡¯s lips curved into a standard polite smile, "May I ask who you are?"


    He Qianyi was startled by this question, almost losing herposure. She gritted her teeth, "I¡¯m He Qianyi, we¡¯re both spokespeople for ¡¯L¡¯ brand. How can you not remember?"


    "Oh~"


    Jiang Mian¡¯s response was elongated and meaningful, "So it¡¯s you. I¡¯ve seen a photo before, but you looked a bit different just now, so I didn¡¯t recognize you. Sorry about that."


    He Qianyi¡¯s face almost turned green.


    That statement clearly implied that her photos and her real appearance had a big gap and were unmemorable.


    Yet Jiang Mian delivered these words innocuously, infuriatingly so.


    He Qianyi leaned in slightly, lowering her voice, "I¡¯m just kindly reminding you not to get too cocky. It won¡¯t look good if you fall hardter on."


    Jiang Mian scoffed, herughter bright and unrestrained, "Thanks for the warning, but that day won¡¯te."


    He Qianyi stormed off angrily, and Jiang Mian, watching her nearly stumble in her high heels, couldn¡¯t help butugh out loud.


    Faces change so quickly.


    Acting isn¡¯t suitable for her. She should consider opera with face-changing; it would be more "spectacr" than now.

 Chapter 56: #Jiang Mian Likes#

    <h4>Chapter 56: Chapter 56: #Jiang Mian Likes#</h4>


    The awards ceremony was more than halfway through, and Jiang Mian was feeling a bit tired, so she made up an excuse to go sit in the backstage rest area for a while.


    "You see, they¡¯re all praising you, saying things like ¡¯A fairy descending to earth¡¯, ¡¯Don¡¯t y your gender card too restrictively.¡¯"


    Luo Ting followed Jiang Mian to the rest area, holding her phone ever since they arrived and never putting it down.


    "Moreover, I just got several magazine shoot offers, and some productionpanies are starting to send you scripts."


    Jiang Mian¡¯s lushshes lowered, and her slender, fair fingertips touched the soft white pearls on her neck.


    I need to schedule a hand treatment in a few days; I feel like all that crawling and tumbling in the army roughened them up quite a bit.


    "Jiang Mian?"


    "..."


    "Jiang Mian!"


    Jiang Mian snapped back to reality and nced at her agent, "Could you calm down for a bit? My face is going to freeze up from pretending all night."


    Luo Ting was about to say something when she got distracted by a Weibo post from an entertainment media outlet.


    [Ever since He Qianyi changed her styling team, her momentum has be very apparent. This year¡¯s red carpet candid photos are holding up so well that even I think she¡¯s about to surpass Jiang Mian {picture}{picture}]


    One photo was of He Qianyi, edited with who knows how many filters, making her skin look white and tender.


    On the other hand, the other photo was of Jiang Mian, edited with some darkening filter, leaving her skin looking dull without any luster.


    [Our Yiyi is such a pure little white flower, how does she manage to be both sweet and sexy? Her acting, figure, and looks are all on point; those supported by backend financiers with no substance should stop leeching off others, a vase with nothing to offer]


    [Theparison makes it clear, Beauty Yi wins hands down, that one with rough and dark skin should just go back to the army for training]


    "He Qianyi¡¯s team really can¡¯t sit still, the marketing ounts they bought are way too obvious."


    Jiang Mian unlocked her phone and scrolled down through thements, her beautiful red lips curling into a chilling arc.


    How interesting.


    Until she saw another poprment.


    [Are you people blind? Look at the candid photos; obviously He Qianyi¡¯s are filtered, while Jiang Mian¡¯s are deliberately uglified. It¡¯s clear as day that the article was paid for by He Qianyi. Anyone watching the live broadcast could see Jiang Mian¡¯s face clearly outshines He Qianyi¡¯s, one is a bright and gorgeous presence, the other I don¡¯t even know what to make of]


    Jiang Mian let out augh.


    Whether it was from a fan or not, she feltpelled to like thement just for saying those words.


    "Jiang Mian! What are you doing!"


    Luo Ting caught a glimpse of a thumbs-up lighting up on the phone and reached forward to snatch Jiang Mian¡¯s phone immediately.


    ?!!!


    "Ancestor, like it all you want, but not with your main ount!"


    Jiang Mian retrieved her phone, her eyes flicking up mischievously, a sly smile on her lips, "It¡¯s only fun with the main ount."


    If He Qianyi wanted to y, she would indulge her¡ªa slow and steady game.


    Luo Ting almost fainted; thisdy was truly fearless, and in a moment of negligence, she stirred up a storm on the trending searches.


    She quickly contacted thepany for rapid PR.


    And there it was, #JiangMianLike had skyrocketed to the top of the trending searches.


    [Damn! Let the fight begin!!]


    [Beautiful and arrogant, how can one not loathe such a personality?]


    [What¡¯s Jiang Mian doing, going against our Yiyi!!]


    [True character is so charming, after all, it¡¯s the truth she speaks. Jiang Mian stands out, who among her contemporaries canpete?]


    ...


    Thements under the trending search threatened to break into a full-blown quarrel, and even the paid marketing post gained heat from the controversy.


    Jiang Mian stood up intending to walk out.


    "Hey, where are you going?"


    "Going to the restroom for a breather."


    Sitting here with no awards and no speech, people are going to sprout roots.


    Luo Ting gave Jiang Mian a once over, "You don¡¯t have any dangerous items on you, right?"


    Our ancestor here didn¡¯t seem like she was going for a restroom break; she looked more like she was heading out for a fight. Their post-¡¯95 generation up-anders shared the rest area on this level, and running into He Qianyi¡¯s team was inevitable.


    Jiang Mian: "..."


    "Sister Ting, I think your imagination is wasted on being an agent; you should be a scriptwriter, the kind that writes those melodramatic plots."


    "Hey, you..."


    Before Luo Ting could finish, the gentle sound of a door closing was heard.


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 Chapter 57: Face-to-Face Confrontation

    <h4>Chapter 57: Chapter 57: Face-to-Face Confrontation</h4>


    *


    "Sis, Jiang Mian is really too cheap, liking that post and having her fans cyber-bully you."


    He Qianyi looked at herself in the mirror and smoothed her hair, "What does she count for, with fans? Those are just people who find her variety show interesting and follow her. They¡¯re practically akin to passing zombies."


    "Just look at that seductive appearance of hers; no wonder all those old men like to watch her."


    She suddenly thought of something and mentioned casually, "The matter with Yu Xinting didn¡¯t lead back to us, did it?"


    "Sis, don¡¯t worry, they¡¯ve all turned their attention to the previouspany, and our side is safe; they can¡¯t trace it back to us. Those marketing ounts were also handled very cleanly," her assistant assured her.


    He Qianyi smiled in the mirror, "That¡¯s good. It¡¯s just a pity we couldn¡¯t take her down with this. Otherwise, I could have taken her ce in the variety show."


    She washed her hands, saying nonchntly, "Well, there¡¯s always another day."


    "Whoosh!"


    The sound of flushing came from the next stall.


    The conversation between He Qianyi and her assistant came to an abrupt halt.


    The next moment, the bright and ring face was reflected in the mirror.


    He Qianyi, quick to react, greeted her with a pleasing smile, "I didn¡¯t expect to run into Teacher Jiang here as well. It must feel veryfortable to be instantly famous."


    Jiang Mian seemed not to have heard her at all, nonchntly washing her pretty hands.


    Then she took a piece of tissue, wiped the water drops off her fingertips, and casually threw the tissue into the nearby trash can.


    Seeing that Jiang Mian wasn¡¯t speaking, He Qianyi thought she didn¡¯t dare stir up any more trouble given the current storm she was in, and her red lips spread into an even wilder smile, "Teacher Jiang, why are you so quiet today? You were quite talkative at the scene just now."


    Jiang Mian sashayed to the door, and just as He Qianyi thought she was about to escape, with a smug smile curving her lips,


    "Bang!"


    The door of the bathroom was mmed shut, and slender fingers quickly turned the lock.


    Decisive and without hesitation.


    He Qianyi and her assistant¡¯s expressions froze.


    She gripped the edge of the sink with her fingertips, trying to remainposed, "Jiang Mian! I¡¯m telling you, this is an awards ceremony; you can¡¯t mess around like this. I can call the police on you for behaving this way."


    Jiang Mian¡¯s delicate eyebrows rose slightly as she grabbed He Qianyi¡¯s wrist with one hand and pressed her back against the sink.


    Her lips curved slightly as she spoke unhurriedly, "With your mind so filthy, don¡¯t you think it needs a good rinse with water?"


    "Jiang Mian! You¡¯re insane! Let go of me!!"


    Jiang Mian¡¯s wrists were slender, but she was well trained in closebat from a young age andpletely overpowered He Qianyi.


    She chuckled, "Hmm? Keep yelling, and watch out if the faucet doesn¡¯t see and the water starts pouring. What then?"


    Jiang Mian¡¯s light tone, each sentence as if carried with a de, made He Qianyi tremble uncontrobly.


    If the water were to start running, her hair would be soaked, not to mention her makeup ¨C it would be utterly embarrassing.


    "Yiyi sis, I¡¯m just going to..."


    The assistant couldn¡¯t finish her sentence before Jiang Mian cut her off with a nce.


    "Little sister, if you leave, who knows what might happen to your Yiyi sis."


    The assistant, new to the job and terrified by the standoff, stood still, not daring to move.


    "Jiang Mian! What on earth do you want! Let me go now, or you¡¯ll regret it."


    ???


    Threatening me?


    Jiang Mian sneered coldly, her smile bright and brash, as her pale fingers lightly traced He Qianyi¡¯s cheek, sending a chilling sensation straight to her brain.


    The assistant, who had never seen anything like it, burst into tears and started screaming, "Help!!!"


    "Somebodye quick!!"


    "Help!!"


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 Chapter 58: I’m Calling the Police

    <h4>Chapter 58: Chapter 58: I¡¯m Calling the Police</h4>


    Jiang Mian still appeared calm and collected, snickering slightly, "I thought dogs follow their masters¡¯ lead, turns out he¡¯s just a straw bag."


    She thought for a moment, feeling she hadn¡¯t phrased it right, then added another sentence, "Oh~ it seems like the master is not much better."


    "You!!!"


    "Help!! Someonee quick!! There¡¯s been a murder!!"


    The assistant¡¯s voice grew louder and louder, and everyone who heard themotion started heading their way, with lots of people gathering outside the door to watch the drama unfold.


    "What happened, the door¡¯s still locked."


    "I don¡¯t know, it feels like some big scoop, and someone¡¯s shouting for help too!"


    "Quick, see what it is!! Who is it!"


    ...


    Aside from some staff, there were also assistants and agents of actors resting in the lounge.


    Luo Ting also came out; seeing it was the noises from the washroom, she felt an especially rapid thumping at her brow, a foreboding feeling suddenly emerging.


    Venue staff brought the keys and unlocked the restroom door.


    All the curious heads peeked in, with Luo Ting at the forefront.


    !!!!


    Upon seeing Jiang Mian¡¯s figure, she nearly cked out.


    She had only taken her eyes off her for seven or eight minutes, and this ancestor had ascended to the heavens again.


    Everyone peered in with a gossip-hungry look, while Jiang Mian calmly washed her hands, her movements gentle as if she was shooting a hand wash advertisement.


    Meanwhile, He Qianyi had just steadied herself, her hair messy and her entire demeanor still somewhat dazed, herplexion pale without a trace of blood, and the assistant beside her continuously sobbing and crying.


    This scene...


    was rather intense.


    "Jiang Mian! She¡¯s trying to harm me! I want to call the police! Where¡¯s my phone!"


    He Qianyi snapped back to reality and seeing so many people at the door instantly felt emboldened.


    "It was her, she just tried to harm me, I was about to die! Call the police quickly!"


    Yet Jiang Mian nonchntly dried her hands, her elegant and calm demeanor making everyone unsure for a moment.


    It seemed as if it had nothing to do with her.


    "Just now, Qianyi said there was something dirty on her head, asking me to check it out."


    "Besides, I came here without even bringing my phone, how could I harm you, unless you¡¯re still holding a grudge about that idental ¡¯like¡¯ incident, huh?"


    Jiang Mian preemptively took control, her light voice tinged with an innocent tone.


    She pulled out a paper towel and meticulously wiped her somewhat reddened hands, "I was just helping you clean off that dirty stuff, I got my hands dirty and had to wash them several times, how could I harm you."


    The crowd unconsciously turned their gazes toward He Qianyi¡¯s hair and Jiang Mian¡¯s hands.


    Hmm...


    One messy hair indeed looked a bit bad, one pair of slightly reddened delicate hands.


    Hard to say.


    But still, some people leaned towards Jiang Mian¡¯s side.


    He Qianyi, seeing everyone¡¯s expressions, became angrier and pointed at her own assistant, "Jiang Mian is talking nonsense, look, my assistant is crying, she was the one shouting for help just now."


    "I think it¡¯s probably because He Qianyi saw the incident where Jiang Mian liked that post, then got mad and started ndering Jiang Mian."


    "But even a fool could see that it was arranged by He Qianyi¡¯s team."


    "So what exactly is this act, one a shrew, one a nobledy, this... hard to judge."


    "I¡¯m all confused now, what exactly is happening here."


    ...


    People watching the drama discussed animatedly, with more and more spectators gathering, prompting the event organizers toe over and disperse the crowd.


    "Move along, move along."


    If something happened on their side at the red carpet event and it got out, the reputation wouldn¡¯t sound too good.


    Both sides were big stars and neither could be offended easily.


    Jiang Mian stepped forward and snatched the smartphone from her agent, "Hello, 110? I want to report a crime."

 Chapter 59: Mediation

    <h4>Chapter 59: Chapter 59: Mediation</h4>


    *


    Ten minutester, in the mediation room at the police station.


    On one side were He Qianyi and her assistant, crying their eyes out, while Jiang Mian was busy admiring her nails.


    Thinking to herself that she should get a manicure once she finished filming.


    Wondering what style to go for next...


    Ji Chen was quite familiar with Jiang Mian¡¯s face. Last time, during the anti-vice operation, he had seen her when Captain Fu¡¯s wife visited. He hadn¡¯t expected her to be a major celebrity in the entertainment circle.


    But the scene now...


    "The call was made by Miss Jiang. May I ask why you called the police?"


    Jiang Mian casually lifted her gaze, "I unintentionally overheard thatdy spreading rumors and viting personal privacy intending to cause emotional distress. I couldn¡¯t just stand by."


    She smiled slightly at Ji Chen, "Consider it a good deed, Officer, done anonymously."


    ...


    Before Ji Chen could respond, He Qianyi burst out furiously, "What nonsense are you spouting? Do you have any proof?"


    "Officer, look at me, it¡¯s clear she meant to harm me deliberately. It¡¯s the guilty whoin first."


    Right now, He Qianyi hardly looked like a female star, iling and fighting, a bit frightening, "This is a police station, there are no questionable sponsors to protect you here, just you wait, I¡¯ll make you pay."


    Ji Chen slightly furrowed his brow, "Quiet!"


    Sponsors?


    Jiang Mian looked rxed and carefree, her long eyshes clearly visible under the mediation room¡¯s lighting, strikingly beautiful and somewhat casual.


    She chuckled, "Officer, she keeps ndering that I have a sponsor, add a degree to the crime."


    Jiang Mian¡¯s reasoning was sound and assertive.


    Even Luo Ting, sitting nearby, couldn¡¯t help but want tough.


    This ancestor really knew how to be prickly, making her unhandleable by anyone.


    Ji Chen hadn¡¯t encountered such a headache in a long time. He looked at Jiang Mian, "Miss Jiang, regarding the rumor-spreading and privacy vition you reported, we will verify it and contact the alleged victim for their ount. As for here, I suggest you two mediate."


    "Not mediating! I do not agree to mediate! Clearly, I am the victim here."


    He Qianyi mmed the table as she got up, her tone fierce, "Jiang Mian, just you wait. My backing here is much stronger than yours."


    She took out her phone and dialed a number, "Hello, Brother Wei~ where are you? I¡¯m being bullied, sob sob, it hurts so much."


    He Qianyi made no attempt to hide it, clearly intending to show Jiang Mian.


    Jiang Mian covered her chest.


    It was almost nauseating to watch her exert so much effort.


    "Hey, she¡¯s calling her sugar daddy, aren¡¯t you going to consider which one to call?"


    Which sugar daddy indeed.


    Looking at He Qianyi¡¯s demeanor, it seemed necessary to call someone over; otherwise, it wouldn¡¯t be good to fight alone.


    Jiang Mian quickly ran through a list of contacts in her mind.


    She dialed a family speed dial, "Brother~ are you still in North City?"


    Luo Ting outrightughed, this ancestor really did it on purpose.


    People¡¯s sugar daddies over there, and over here, her own brother in such a tone.


    Luo Ting could already imagine her brother¡¯s reaction on the other end.


    After hanging up, Jiang Mian sent Lin Chen her location.


    Once He Qianyi was sure her Brother Wei woulde, she couldn¡¯t be more pleased with herself. She even went to the restroom to fix her makeup.


    "Jiang Mian, apologizing now might still save you."


    ??


    Jiang Mianzily yawned, "I¡¯ll think about being scared once your sugar daddy arrives."


    She was dying of curiosity.


    Unbelievably, He Qianyi chose today to reveal everything¡ªthere was no way she would miss this show.


    And wondering just how old this sugar daddy would be.


    The mediation room fell quiet once more, as Jiang Mian dozed off slightly.


    Luo Ting couldn¡¯t help but remark that besides this young mistress, no one else could possibly fall asleep in a police station.

 Chapter 60: The First Time I Realized Being a Mistress Could Carry So Much Weight

    <h4>Chapter 60: Chapter 60: The First Time I Realized Being a Mistress Could Carry So Much Weight</h4>


    Twenty minutester.


    The door to the mediation room opened.


    A man dressed in a suit and leather shoes walked in.


    He Qianyi¡¯s eyes lit up instantly, and she greeted him with a smile, her voice somewhat tender, "Brother Wei, you finally came. She bullied me, locked us in the bathroom, and threatened me."


    Jiang Mian heard the noise, lifted her eyelids, and opened her eyes to size up the man in front of her.


    This President Wei...


    Turned out to be the Administrative Manager under Su Group, and recently, Su Lixing had mentioned that this graceful young man had been in a ten-year-long romance with his wife before they just got married¡ªapparently, his mistress was well-hidden.


    But He Qianyi had some significant abilities too, to be involved with a high-level executive of Su¡¯s.


    Wei Nanfei spoke in a heavy tone, feigning a threatening voice, "Is it you who bullied Yiyi?"


    He Qianyi, standing beside Wei Nanfei, couldn¡¯t have looked more smug.


    "It was her, so arrogant. I¡¯ve never suffered like this before, and yet these police officers are biased towards her. Brother Wei, you have to back me up."


    Wei Nanfei nced at He Qianyi, signaling her to watch her words.


    Her voice softened but still carried a pitiable tone, "President Wei, you must stand up for me."


    Therge mediation room erupted in apuse, all eyes turned to the woman with flowing features and slightly smiling red lips.


    Luo Ting: This ancestor is so arrogant hahaha!!


    Ji Chen: Captain Fu¡¯s wife is really powerful, no wonder Captain Fu can keep her in check.


    He Qianyi looked at the calm Jiang Mian and was fuming.


    Even now, she remainedposed, and even pping! Clearly disrespecting Wei Nanfei.


    "President Wei, look at her..."


    Wei Nanfei stretched out his hand, signaling He Qianyi to hold her words.


    Jiang Mian chuckled lightly, "President Wei, I haven¡¯t yet wished you happiness on your recent marriage."


    ?!!


    The entire room was shocked at Jiang Mian¡¯s words.


    Checkmate!!


    Luo Ting and others in the room wore incredulous expressions.


    Did they just stumble upon some juicy gossip??


    Even He Qianyi¡¯s assistant next to her was quite surprised.


    All eyes were on He Qianyi, whose expression could hardly maintainposure.


    Wei Nanfei¡¯s expression didn¡¯t change much, he pulled up a chair and sat down, "Miss Jiang, my privacy doesn¡¯t need to be reported to you, and what you just said could also be considered an invasion of my privacy. I won¡¯t take this into ount today."


    "Today, the main issue is that you bullied Yiyi, causing her reputational and emotional damages. You must provide us with a reasonable exnation."


    Oh boy.


    Jiang Mian almost shouted out.


    These days, scumbags all pose as gentle and protective of women, even adopting a contrived tone in negotiations.


    Pah,


    Such an act.


    And to think her best friend had once praised this man.


    If she knew his true nature, she¡¯d vomit out even her meal from the night before.


    "Then why doesn¡¯t President Wei suggest a solution?"


    Jiang Mian leaned back calmly in her chair, her demeanor rxed and imposing.


    Seeing her speak so, He Qianyi thought she must have been scared, and couldn¡¯t feel prouder.


    Wei Nanfei paused for two seconds, "Public apology on Weibo, admit your mistakes, and pay us 500,000 for emotional and reputational damages."


    Jiang Mianughed outright, what a colossal face they had.


    500,000.


    Why don¡¯t they just go rob someone on the street?


    Just as she was about to speak, a voice resonated from the door, light and mocking, "This is the first time I¡¯ve realized that being a mistress gives one such an enormous sense of entitlement."

 Chapter 61: Have a Safe Trip

    <h4>Chapter 61: Chapter 61: Have a Safe Trip</h4>


    Lin Chen wore a white shirt, its top button undone and sleeves slightly rolled up, sses still perched on his face, clearly having rushed over straight from work.


    He walked directly over and sat next to his sister.


    Following him were several men in neatly dressed ck suits, their briefcases exuding a sense of precision and seriousness.


    This grand entrance¡ª


    He Qianyi subconsciously squeezed her own leg.


    Could this man possibly be Jiang Mian¡¯s financial backer?


    Why must he be so handsome!!


    Her face showed a slight change.


    Even the man beside her immediately stood up to greet him, "President Lin, I didn¡¯t expect to meet you here."


    Lin Chen did not deign to regard Wei Nanfei, his lips slightly pursed, and under the cold white light, he seemed distantly unapproachable, "President Wei is fortunate, to have his wife and beauty by his side."


    Lin Chen¡¯s tone shifted, his mild voice spilling out a bit of sharp coldness, "It¡¯s just¡ªthat even apologies and 50w might not be bearable for you."


    Wei Nanfei quickly nodded and bowed, "You¡¯re right, President Lin, I was just joking, it¡¯s all trivial, no harm done."


    "I will definitely educate them well, rest assured, President Lin."


    He Qianyi was about to say something when a re from Wei Nanfei frightened her.


    What kind of background does this man have?


    How can Jiang Mian¡¯s old financial backer be so young, how is that fair!


    Totally unfair!


    Wei Nanfei thought this matter could be flipped over and peacefully resolved.


    Yet, the man¡¯s voice, gentle as jade, rose unhurriedly, "Then let us sit down and calcte properly the charges for rumoring about a financial backer and ndering."


    "Oh, right, Mianmian¡¯s hands are insured, and since they got dirty and were washed clean,pensation is also due."


    Insane!!!


    *


    When Jiang Mian left the mediation room, her mood couldn¡¯t have been more relieved.


    Wei Nanfei reluctantly took He Qianyi away, cursing as they went.


    Luo Ting saw Jiang Mian¡¯s older brother for the first time, and his impact was tremendous.


    "You told me in Su City to cover for you, now Ie to North City on a trip and still have to cover for you, my hands are almost raw, will your issues ever end?"


    Jiang Mian went up and hooked her arm through Lin Chen¡¯s, "Ah, my dear brother, you¡¯re the best, you couldn¡¯t bear to see me bullied, right?"


    Lin Chen¡¯s lips twitched, from just then, where did she look like a victim.


    "Alright, where¡¯s your husband? Trouble arises and it¡¯s still me, the big brother, who has to show up."


    "He¡¯s not¡ª"


    "Jiang Mian!"


    From a distance, a man in a military uniform ran over, gasping for air, covered in dust and mud.


    He checked her thoroughly with his hands, "Are you hurt?"


    Jiang Mian looked somewhat dazed at the approaching Fu Sichen.


    Wasn¡¯t he supposed to be on a mission? How did he get here, and where did all this mude from?


    Lin Chen nced at Fu Sichen, his voice dripping with sarcasm, "Waiting for you might be toote if something else happened."


    "Brother!"


    Lin Chen waved his hand, "Alright, I won¡¯t disturb you young couples, in front of your husband I¡¯m nothing."


    Jiang Mian watched Lin Chen¡¯s retreating figure,ughing.


    What¡¯s going on.


    After more than a year, still jealous.


    "How did you get here?"


    After confirming Jiang Mian was unharmed, Fu Sichen slightly rxed, "The station called to say you were in trouble, I finished my tasks and rushed over."


    Jiang Mian¡¯s lips pursed slightly, a bit ufortable.


    "You got all muddy, go back and get washed."


    "No need, I¡¯m catching a ne soon."


    Huh?!!


    Just got here and now leaving.


    "Ah, then you¡ª"


    Lin Chuan ran in, "Captain Fu! It¡¯s about time, we need to leave now, otherwise, we¡¯ll bete."


    Fu Sichen let go of Jiang Mian¡¯s hand, "I need to go now, call me if anythinges up, if you can¡¯t reach me by phone, then WeChat."


    Jiang Mian nodded, "I know."


    Watching Fu Sichen¡¯s departing figure, Jiang Mian murmured to herself, "Have a safe trip."

 Chapter 62: A Well-Fitted Cheongsam

    <h4>Chapter 62: Chapter 62: A Well-Fitted Cheongsam</h4>


    At the door of the mediation room, only Jiang Mian, Luo Ting, and Ji Chen¡ªwho was endlessly gossiping¡ªremained.


    "Are you the cop who arrested me during the raidst time?"


    Ji Chen, feeling caught red-handed, chuckled awkwardly, "I didn¡¯t expect Miss Jiang to remember. Last time was a misunderstanding, and we exined it to Captain Fu afterward."


    Jiang Mian didn¡¯t care about that, feeling ufortable after wearing a cheongsam and high heels all day.


    Adding to that, she had just had a mentally exhausting battle of wits.


    She waved her hand, "No need to exin to me. It¡¯s fine, thanks for today."


    Jiang Mian wasn¡¯t familiar with him, but clearly, he seemed considerate towards her that day.


    Even if it might have been for the sake of Fu Sichen.


    "Sister Ting, let¡¯s hurry back. I¡¯m too tired, I need a good sleep..."


    Watching Jiang Mian¡¯s fading figure, Ji Chen felt an inexplicable nervousness for his Captain Fu.


    He didn¡¯t expect the boss¡¯s wife to be Lin Chen¡¯s younger sister, meaning Captain Fu had married a youngdy of significant wealth.


    And to think the boss, with such a beautiful wife, didn¡¯t return home for a whole year¡ªhe couldn¡¯t understand it.


    *


    "Didn¡¯t expect President Lin to be like this behind closed doors."


    Luo Ting only knew of Lin Chen by hearsay and his initial impression today meshed with what she knew¡ªa poised and refined gentleman whose presence was intimidating yet alluring.


    Then his ancestor had effectively shattered that filter.


    "That¡¯s just how he is, don¡¯t be deceived by magazine pictures of a wolf in sheep¡¯s clothing."


    Jiang Mian rested, leaning on a neck pillow.


    "Well, he really did make sure the cheongsam was thoroughly prepared for you."


    Everything was ounted for, truly the methods of a man weathered in the economic field.


    This method wasn¡¯t something ordinary people couldpete with.


    This youngdy truly didn¡¯t know how good her life was.


    Cheongsam?!


    Jiang Mian¡¯s delicate brows slightly furrowed, having forgotten to ask her brother what was going on due to the mention of it.


    When had a cheongsam fit her so well? She recalled not having custom clothes made for a long time.


    Even if she used her old measurements, she would be slightly smaller after marriage, after all.


    There was a problem.


    Jiang Mian smelled something fishy.


    She opened her beautiful eyes and turned on her phone.


    Jiang Mian: [Brother, where did the cheongsame from?]


    Lin Chen quickly replied.


    Lin Chen: [Teacher Tian, or are you suggesting I sewed it?]


    "..."


    Jiang Mian: [I wouldn¡¯t dare to hope for such from your precious fingers. Where did you get my size from? I haven¡¯t had clothes made in a long time]


    Lin Chen: [A brother¡¯s intuition]


    Jiang Mian: [Stop joking around, don¡¯t make it sound creepy]


    "President Lin?"


    Lin Chen sat in the conference room almostughing out loud at the chat on his phone.


    "No worries, continue talking."


    He typed three words on his phone¡ª


    Lin Chen: [Fu Sichen]


    Lin Chen found Fu Sichen¡¯s WeChat.


    Lin Chen: [Come handle your wife quickly; don¡¯t involve me in your matters anymore]


    Good intentions, yet he ended up with a creepy reputation.


    Truly, his beloved little sister.


    Jiang Mian stared at the prominent three words on her phone, her fingertips pausing.


    "Fu Sichen..."


    "Huh? What did you say?"


    Luo Ting was coordinating processes with thepany on her tablet and didn¡¯t quite catch what Jiang Mian had said.


    She looked up to see her artiste spaced out.


    "What¡¯s got you shocked now?"


    Jiang Mian swiftly pocketed her phone and immediately closed her eyes, "It¡¯s nothing, just wake me when we arrive."


    Such a day of mumbles and mutters.

 Chapter 63: Jiang Mian, Wake Up Quickly

    <h4>Chapter 63: Chapter 63: Jiang Mian, Wake Up Quickly</h4>


    ¡ª


    Jiang Mian didn¡¯t leave the house for the next two days, as she shifted all her focus to the auditions.


    The auditions ended on Friday.


    "Hurry up, we¡¯re only waiting for you."


    Luo Ting anxiously looked out from the doorway for her artist. As soon as Jiang Mian appeared, Luo Ting pulled her in and stuffed her into the nanny van.


    ???


    Jiang Mian nced at the tworge suitcases behind her, "It looks like your enemies are after you and you want me to escape with you."


    "That¡¯s not it; I¡¯m sending you back for a retreat."


    Luo Ting took a sip of water, her words falling like a cold bucket of ice water over Jiang Mian.


    "What? Why so suddenly?"


    Jiang Mian looked outside, they hadn¡¯t gone far.


    She blinked at her manager, "Can I still escape if I get out of the car now?"


    Luo Ting had no solution for her, pointing at the two seats in front, "It¡¯s not up to me."


    "Halo! Teacher Jiang, long time no see!"


    ...


    Jiang Mian¡¯s smile froze. Two familiar faces turned their heads in front at the same time.


    Xiao Zhang, seeing Jiang Mian¡¯s expressions, chuckled, "Just a friendly reminder, Teacher Jiang, your live stream has started."


    Jiang Mian immediately controlled her expression and put on a professional smile, "Hello, hello, long time no see."


    [Hahahaha, Jiang Mian, don¡¯t change your expression so quickly]


    [Jiang Mian, if you¡¯re threatened, just blink, hahaha]


    [Jiang Mian wakes up in the middle of the night sitting up: No, are they sick?]


    [Hahahaha, I¡¯m going to dieughing at thement above]


    ...


    Director Xu wore a smile as sweet as a flower greeting me, "Teacher Jiang seems surprised to see us, very happy, right? How have you been these days?"


    Jiang Mian muttered a few sarcasticments, "How can I be well if someone¡¯s after me."


    Long time no see.


    More like a lingering ghost.


    "Director Xu, you are a big-time director; shouldn¡¯t you be in the director¡¯s booth instead of causing a stir in my car? If outsiders don¡¯t know, they might think I¡¯m so high-profile that the director personally intervenes, which would damage my reputation."


    Director Xu reasoned, "How could that be? We¡¯re live streaming the whole process, totally fair and transparent, with absolutely no hidden agendas."


    Over the next hour.


    Other teams: So joyful, aren¡¯t they having too much fun?


    Since the managers or assistants were also present, to increase camera time, everyone brainstormed to interact with fans in the live stream and talk with the PDs in the car.


    When it came to Jiang Mian¡¯s turn¡ª


    All was peaceful.


    [Hahahahaha, withoutparison, there¡¯s no harm]


    [Director Xu: How can she sleep so much?]


    [Friendly reminder, Jiang Mian talked for a bit after getting on the car and then fell asleep, didn¡¯t wake up throughout]


    [Came here from the noisy side to appreciate the beauty and rest my eyes]


    ...


    Director Xu gestured to Luo Ting with his eyes: Aren¡¯t you going to wake her up?


    Luo Ting spread her hands and shrugged helplessly: I can¡¯t do it.


    Director Xu made faces indicating: You¡¯re the manager, aren¡¯t you worried at all?


    Luo Ting mouthed four words: She¡¯s the ancestors.


    [Hahahaha, I¡¯m going to dieughing]


    [Jiang Mian¡¯s manager is spoiling her too much]


    [Director Xu I came here for some juicy topics, and you¡¯re sleeping here]


    [Rebellious Jiang Mian hahahaha, I¡¯m already in love]


    The group quickly moved through security at the airport.


    Director Xu¡¯s face bloomed with joy seeing Jiang Mian awake.


    After everyone settled into their seats on the ne and it was stable after takeoff, Director Xu cheerfully pulled out the itinerary from his pocket and looked towards Jiang Mian, "Jiang..."


    ???


    Jiang Mian was sleeping sweetly under a nket.


    Maybe there were some restrictions in the car, but now on the ne, she was lying downpletely.


    Director Xu directly contacted his team¡ª


    "Get Jiang Mian a trending topic"


    "#Jiang Mian wake up#!!"


    "#Jiang Mian Sleeping Oddity#"


    "No matter what, push it to the top of the trending list!!"


    Both frustrated and amused.


    After Director Xu finished speaking, he found afortable position and went to sleep himself.


    No filming!


    Let¡¯s all rest.

 Chapter 64: Seeing it will cure insomnia

    <h4>Chapter 64: Chapter 64: Seeing it will cure insomnia</h4>


    *


    After getting off the ne, everyone was led to the familiar coach bus.


    "You didn¡¯t lose sleepst night because you were too stressed, did you?"


    Luo Ting knew Jiang Mian could sleep, but seeing her sleep as soon as shey down was a first.


    People who didn¡¯t know might think she was intentionally going against Director Xu.


    At this moment, the stylist was helping her tidy her slightly disheveled hair. Jiang Mian nced at the mirror, "How could I possibly be stressed?"


    "Could it be that today you¡¯re going to meet..."


    "Stop! Enough."


    There were other people around.


    Luo Ting noticed the slight change in Jiang Mian¡¯s expression and immediately understood.


    "It¡¯s okay, I know all about it. Don¡¯t worry, you¡¯ll see him soon enough, no need for insomnia."


    "..."


    If it hadn¡¯t been for that jerk randomly sending a "good night" and "see you tomorrow" before going to bedst night, would she have thought about it all night?


    Which led to her having dark circles under her eyes at the audition today, luckily, there wasn¡¯t any big problem.


    They say women are the downfall of dynasties but men can be too!!


    After making sure her makeup and styling were fine, Jiang Mian got on the bus.


    The bus was already filled with familiar voices of discussion.


    "You guys came quite early."


    Yu Xinting greeted Jiang Mian to sit next to her.


    It seemed she had recovered quite fast.


    The rtionships among everyone were evidently more familiar than the first time they sat on the coach bus.


    "Sister Mianmian, you¡¯ve managed to annoy Director Xu again."


    Jiang Mian nced at Director Xu, who just boarded the bus, and chuckled lightly, "How could I dare? If I annoyed him, he¡¯d end up giving you guys some weird topics for poprity again."


    "..."


    The whole ce suddenly quieted down.


    Jiang Mian looked around at the people, "Did my words hit the mark?"


    Is it that magical?


    It hasn¡¯t been blessed or anything.


    She took out her phone and saw the trending hashtag #JiangMianWakeUp#.


    Jiang Mian narrowed her eyes and looked at the somewhat smug Director Xu, "Was that really necessary? Must have cost a good amount of money. Better spent on my appearance fee."


    Director Xu, "Of course, it¡¯s necessary. We have to spend that money, not spending it would be unfair to all the hardship you endured sleeping."


    He thought this remark would choke Jiang Mian, but she simply didn¡¯t y by the rules.


    With arms crossed naturally, she responded, "Indeed, it was tough, the ride was so bumpy. And kudos to Director Xu for having watched me sleep all the way, a sight nobody else got to see."


    "Ha ha ha ha ha."


    No one could hold back and they burst outughing.


    "If you had this energy, better rest up. What follows won¡¯t be so easy."


    [Jiang Mian really has a sharp tongue]


    [Arrogant and self-loving, yet somewhat amusing]


    [Suddenly realized they aren¡¯t awkward anymore haha, their first meeting was really cringy]


    [I¡¯m already looking forward to what happens next]


    ...


    They bounced around for a long time and arrived at the familiar base entrance.


    Just when everyone was getting ready to get off, the bus didn¡¯t stop.


    "Hmm? What¡¯s going on?"


    "Aren¡¯t we there yet? The production team must have some tricks up their sleeve again."


    As the base moved farther away from them, the coach drove deeper.


    "You guys are messing with us again."


    A staff member on the bus shook their head: "It¡¯s confidential."


    It was like they hadn¡¯t asked at all.


    The mood of everyone started to grow restless until the coach turned a corner.


    The once endlessnd suddenly was dotted with patches of green.


    It looked a bit like the forests of a primitive tribe.


    Soon the coach stopped, and everyone got off one after another.


    In front of the forest, a line of familiar figures stood.

 Chapter 65: Tribal Survival

    <h4>Chapter 65: Chapter 65: Tribal Survival</h4>


    Standing in the center as the leader was a figure Jiang Mian knew all too well, apanied by a few unfamiliar men in military uniforms.


    The production team quickly erected a tent on the perimeter, and Director Xu, with a megaphone in hand, addressed everyone, "Wee to our Primordial Forest."


    "Director Xu is ruthless, who knows where he found this kind of ce."


    "I feel like I¡¯m going to be exhausted these next two days."


    "Thinking of ways to torture us."


    "You guys better not be whispering over there. Aside from Captain Fu and Squad Leader Lin Chuan, whom we¡¯ve met before, we are also very honored to have invited four instructors."


    "They are..."


    Director Xu introduced the names and titles of the instructors one by one, "Let¡¯s give them a round of apuse."


    Everyone broke into enthusiastic apuse.


    Beyond them, the online viewers were extremely excited¡ª


    [OMG OMG OMG!! I don¡¯t even know who to focus on anymore]


    [What is the production team up to; they¡¯ve got the viewership in the palm of their hand]


    [I can¡¯t help it, my heart still belongs to Captain Fu, but allow me to look at the other instructors for a few more seconds]


    [HAHAHAHAHA kids make choices, I want them all!]


    ...


    Holding the schedule in his hand, Director Xu continued, "I believe you have all seen the supply packs in front of you, as well as the temporary supermarket we are about to set up."


    The expressions on all six faces were identical as the corners of their mouths involuntarily twitched.


    The staff went crazy modifying the interior of the bus they had just arrived in and were now stocking the shelves.


    "That¡¯s not the main point. The content of this episode¡¯s recording is tribal survival. We will divide everyone into six teams to live in the Primordial Forest for three days and two nights."


    "If any team chooses to give up in the middle, you can press your emergency remote, and we will send a helicopter to pick you up."


    Wei Zhouchen suddenly interrupted, "What¡¯s the reward for those who make it through?"


    Director Xu coldly denied, "The reward is that you have ovee yourselves and discovered a new you."


    "..."


    That carrot was indeed quite big and round.


    "There is a reward. Within the legal requirements for recording the show, our production team will fulfill one wish for you."


    Jiang Mian, who had been somewhatcking in enthusiasm, suddenly perked up a bit, "Can I request to leave work early or take paid leave?"


    [HAHAHAHAHA Jiang Mian¡¯s portraying my work life]


    [Turns out celebrities don¡¯t want to work either]


    [HAHAHAHAHA while others break their necks for screen time, Jiang Mian: I just want to ck off]


    [I heard she was tricked by her agent HAHAHAHAHA]


    ...


    Now it was Director Xu who was left speechless. He paused for two seconds, "You can, provided youst the three days and two nights."


    "Alright, Director Xu, all theizens are witnesses."


    Three days and two nights, just a trifling matter.


    It¡¯s like taking a brief descent to endure a tribtion.


    As Jiang Mian was making her calctions, Director Xu¡¯s next remark harshly pulled her back to reality, "As for what everyone is most concerned about, it¡¯s the team assignments."


    ???


    Jiang Mian caught the fleeting nce from Director Xu and an ominous feeling arose within her.


    It felt like they weren¡¯t cooking up anything good.


    "Do you all remember the questionnaire survey we conducted during the surprise visit to the teachers¡¯ homes? We agreed on one lead and two supporters, but considering the reality, we have decided one lead and one supporter is more appropriate and safe."


    "At the same time, we also asked the six instructors toplete the same questionnaire. Based on thepatibility of the data, we have divided you into six teams."


    "Now for the team announcements, please, when I call your name, teachers and instructors, stand together."


    "Lin Chuan and Yu Xinting."


    "Wei Zhouchen..."


    "..."


    As the matched results were announced one by one, Jiang Mian¡¯s heart inexplicably began to hang in suspense.


    At least until now, she hadn¡¯t heard her name paired with Fu Sichen.


    Knowing Director Xu¡¯s style, definitely¡ª


    "Jiang Mian and Fu Sichen."


    Before Jiang Mian could finish thinking, she heard her own name along with Fu Sichen.

 Chapter 66: Why Does It Always Linger Like a Ghost Lately

    <h4>Chapter 66: Chapter 66: Why Does It Always Linger Like a Ghost Lately</h4>


    Jiang Mian nced at Director Xu, "Settling personal scores under the guise of public duty."


    Director Xu¡¯s face was full of smiles, "I¡¯m sure everyone is very satisfied with the teaming."


    "Director Xu, may I ask what these groupings are based on? Everyone¡¯s survey matchpatibility?"


    How could that be?!


    Definitely intentional!!


    She hadpletely answered in opposition to the answers, selecting them at random. She finished the entire questionnaire perfectly avoiding the answer they wanted to see.


    Surely Fu Sichen wasn¡¯t selecting answers in opposition too.


    He definitely wasn¡¯t that cunning.


    "Yes, it¡¯s based on how well everyone¡¯s choices match."


    Just as Jiang Mian was about to voice her doubts, Director Xu suddenly paused, "However, you and Captain Fu are not."


    "You two are the most ipatible."


    Director Xu twisted the knife further, "Not a single question matches between you two, out of 100 questions. I think I have a better chance of winning the lottery than yourpatibility."


    "Hahaha, we really didn¡¯t see thising."


    As soon as the director finished, everyone burst intoughter.


    All eyes turned towards Jiang Mian, who couldn¡¯t help but feel a bit helpless.


    No, it¡¯s Fu Sichen.


    How can he be so full of himself?


    To actually choose 100 questions entirely based on his own type.


    She turned her head to look at Fu Sichen, her lips slightly upturned, with a hint of hidden resentment in her eyes.


    Fu Sichen looked back at Jiang Mian with a deep smile, revealing his white teeth, exuding an indescribable charm.


    [Laughing like crazy hahaha]


    [What do you mean by perfectly avoiding the correct answer?]


    [Mom, are these two really ipatible, or does it feel like Captain Fu is smiling indulgently?]


    [Why do I feel like I¡¯m shipping them?]


    [Feels like Captain Fu has a thing for Jiang Mian, help]


    .....


    "Alright, everyone, get into your groups. We¡¯ll start with a warm-up game to win some shopping funds to build rapport."


    "The more shopping funds you win, the more materials you can buy; otherwise, you¡¯ll have to be self-sufficient."


    Once Jiang Mian and Fu Sichen stood to one side, Jiang Mian muttered, "Why is it that you just can¡¯t shake him off these days."


    She dared to say that the number of times they¡¯ve met thesest few days could rival the number of times they¡¯d meet after getting married.


    Someone¡¯s face is showing up a bit too often.


    Fu Sichen bent slightly, whispering into Jiang Mian¡¯s ear, "Maybe... it¡¯s fate, to be inseparable..."


    The man¡¯s warm and hot breath brushed lightly against Jiang Mian¡¯s ear, his deep and gravelly voice tinged with maism, quickening Jiang Mian¡¯s heartbeat considerably.


    Director Xu¡¯s gaze instantly noticed them, and he shouted through the megaphone towards them, "Hey, what are you two whispering about? Share it with us!"


    Fu Sichen stood up straight, his lips parting slightly in a subdued voice, "Jiang Mian says Director Xu has too many gimmicks."


    ???


    Jiang Mian red at the man beside her, who appeared carefree, the corner of her mouth hooked in a sly smirk reminiscent of a little boy sessful in his mischief.


    To be so ruthless even to his own wife.


    Truly cold-blooded and heartless.


    "Jiang Mian, since you¡¯ve said that, your team can demonstrate and support one of my ¡¯gimmicks¡¯."


    A staff member brought up a sign.


    Director Xu exined the game¡¯s rules, "You gesture and I guess. One person gestures the content on the paper, the other guesses. Three minutes time, first ce gets 2000 shopping funds,st ce only 200. Good luck, everyone."


    "I¡¯ll guess."


    Fu Sichen volunteered to stand in front of the disy board, Jiang Mian didn¡¯t say a word, and stood directly opposite him.

 Chapter 67: You Gesture, I Guess

    <h4>Chapter 67: Chapter 67: You Gesture, I Guess</h4>


    "Three-minute timer starts now!"


    At thatmand, the staff tore off the first page of the answer board.


    [Belt]


    ??


    Excuse me??


    Director Xu isn¡¯t suited for military-themed variety shows, he should go next door to a romance reality show.


    Jiang Mian pointed to the leather belt at her waist, "3 words, the army clothes are very big."


    Fu Sichen¡¯s deep voice answered, "Belt."


    While theizens were savoring the show, the production team suddenly shed a line of text.


    [Remember to check out the extra content in the first episode this week]


    [Ahhh, definitely something fishy]


    [Is the director team feeding us sugar?]


    [The beautiful female star and the tough military captain make a good match too]


    The question board flipped to the second one


    [Jiang Mian, stay behind]


    ???


    Howe there¡¯s dialogue now.


    Jiang Mian frowned slightly and nced at Director Xu, who was enjoying the show.


    Director Xu¡¯s smile widened as he reminded, "The questions are all random, you have two and a half minutes left, hurry up."


    Jiang Mian pointed to herself, asking Fu Sichen, "What¡¯s my name."


    "Jiang Mian."


    "Six words in total, the first two words are correct, the next four words, I got injuredst time in the infirmary."


    Fu Sichen curved his lips into a smile: "Jiang Mian, stay behind."


    The atmosphere at the scene oddly shifted, especially Lin Chuan, who seemed unable to stop smiling.


    The dog food was a bit excessive.


    The staff flipped to the third question board.


    [Extra Training]


    !!!!!


    Everyone chuckled harmoniously when they saw this word, all eyes were on Jiang Mian to see how she would interpret this.


    At that moment, Jiang Mian drew a nk, as the night of the "extra training" came to mind.


    The man¡¯s deep voice was seductive, "Extra training."


    She rubbed her somewhat hot ears, feeling the warmth slowly spreading across her cheeks.


    Fu Sichen lowered his gaze and curved his lips briefly, concealing a fleeting smile.


    Mrs. Fu...


    turned bashful.


    How could the production team use every joke as a prompt!


    Especially this word¡ª


    This extra training wasn¡¯t the extra training she knew of.


    "Two minutes left."


    Jiang Mian scratched her hair, pushing through with a tough spirit, "Two words, the first one¡ªanything to do with plus, minus, multiply, divide."


    "Add."


    "Add what, just form a word."


    "Extra?"


    "Addition?"


    Director Xu sat thereughing with a knowing tone, "Teacher Jiang is trying to describe for the second time, how can you guess just by word formation."


    [Hahahaha, the director knows what we want to watch]


    [Thest Weibo was so lively]


    [Those who haven¡¯t seen it, go check it out, Jiang Mian¡¯s like towards Captain Fu was so on point hahaha]


    [Captain Fu looked so deliberate, he definitely knew]


    ...


    The online viewers in the live broadcast were just looking for fun, incredibly happy.


    "About the Weibo likesst time, I hope you wouldn¡¯t do something, and you replied to me as well."


    Jiang Mian went all in, rather than grabbing more shopping money and then resting after three days and two nights, she could stay away from this man.


    Seeing too much could lead to trouble.


    [Hahahaha, Jiang Mian¡¯s expression is hopeless]


    [She said that sentence without any pause]


    [Hahaha I can¡¯t, my face is gonna freeze from smiling]


    Fu Sichenughed meaningfully, asking with a probing tone, "Extra training?"


    Jiang Mian waved her hand at the staff, "Quick, quick, next question."


    She didn¡¯t want to face this word now.


    Only when she saw the next question did her facial expression stiffen slightly.

 Chapter 68: Little Wolf

    <h4>Chapter 68: Chapter 68: Little Wolf</h4>


    [Little wolf]


    ?!?!


    "Director Xu, military variety, what are all these strange words about?"


    She was panicking, she was panicking.


    Director Xu couldn¡¯t have been happier, "Not at all, these are all words you¡¯ve encountered before, Captain Fu knows them too, they¡¯ve all appeared in our variety show, you better hurry up or it¡¯ll hit 200."


    Hisss¡ª


    A great man knows when to bow and when to stand tall.


    Jiang Mian recalled the questions she had answered before, "The first question on thest survey, the one with two options, I chose the other one. The answer you chose was three words?"


    "The question the production team probably asked you was what type of guy you think you are."


    Without any hesitation, the man answered, "Little wolf."


    A line of people at the side all had the corners of their mouths rising unconsciously.


    Lin Chuan almost shouted out loud.


    [Director, do you have to be so good at asking questions?]


    [Captain Fu seems a bit proud when he says those three words]


    [Right, right, right, it¡¯s like showing that side with someone you like]


    [No way, Captain Fu has his eyes on Jiang Mian?]


    ...


    The words that followed were rtively normal and within Jiang Mian¡¯s understanding; together, they guessed eight questions within the allotted time.


    Later, they watched the other teams ying charades.


    Jiang Mian and Fu Sichen answered eight questions correctly and narrowly won first ce, earning the full amount of 2000 yuan in shopping money.


    Wei Zhouchen couldn¡¯t help butin, "Are you two the leastpatible partners? Yet you end up having the best rapport and brutally snatched first ce."


    Looking at the amount in his hand, he said, "How are we supposed to survive with only 200 yuan for thest ce?"


    [Hahahaha, the spotlight of the variety show]


    [Official criticism is the most lethal]


    [Hurry up and continue the process, it¡¯s too good]


    After Director Xu distributed the shopping money to each team, he turned to everyone present, "Make sure to keep your shopping money safe. Next, we¡¯ll reverse the order, thest-ce team will shop first, and the first-ce team will best."


    Hearing this, Wei Zhouchen¡¯s eyes lit up in disbelief, "Director Xu, isn¡¯t that a bit unfair?"


    "Not really, you guys can¡¯t buy much with such a small amount of shopping money."


    "..."


    It would have been better to say nothing at all.


    Wei Zhouchen and his captain headed for the bus, while the remaining pairs discussed what items would be appropriate to buy, trying to survive three days and two nights with the least amount of money.


    Most of them had no experience, so they mainly listened to the instructor¡¯s advice.


    "Director Xu, why don¡¯t you just rob us!!!"


    "ckhearted supermarket!!!"


    "I¡¯m going toin to the consumer¡¯s association about you!!"


    Pathetic cries of agony came from inside the bus.


    Soon after, Wei Zhouchen and his captain reemerged, holding only apass, somepressed biscuits, and a rtivelyrge water bucket.


    "Look, 200 yuan only gets us this, I can¡¯t even afford a sleeping bag."


    Wei Zhouchen crazily criticized Director Xu, while Director Xu sat there with a look of schadenfreude, "It¡¯s not toote to give up now."


    "How could I possibly, I will never submit to capital."


    One after another, pairs finished their shopping, and then it was Jiang Mian and Fu Sichen¡¯s turn.


    "Captain Fu, take pity on us, if you have extra money, buy us something to boycott the unfair traders, we can¡¯t let him seed."


    Wei Zhouchen looked pitifully at Fu Sichen.


    Fu Sichen smiled slightly, "On our team, she manages the money."


    The implication was clear that talking to him would be of no use.


    Everyone watched as the two of them boarded the bus, one after the other.


    The bus actually had aplete selection of items, even snacks were avable, but the distractions were obvious to all.


    Jiang Mian handed a basket to Fu Sichen, "You buy what you want, I¡¯ll buy what I want. If there are duplicates, we¡¯ll just take one, we can check when we pay."


    "Sure."


    [The other teams are all noise, these two shop in a supermarket as if they¡¯re enjoying the best years of their lives]


    [Hahahaha so quiet I thought my phone was on mute]


    [These two are really not familiar with each other!]


    [Old married couple vibes]


    ...

 Chapter 69: Shopping

    <h4>Chapter 69: Chapter 69: Shopping</h4>


    Jiang Mian and Fu Sichen almost simultaneously ced their baskets in front of the staff to check out.


    "Please check these, we¡¯re ready to settle the bill."


    Xiao Zhang, with his camera, even did a close-up on the contents of their baskets.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s gaze fell on Fu Sichen¡¯s basket¡ª


    First-aid kit, itching ointment, insect repellent spray, knife, fire-making tools, shlight, Soft Pillow, Heat Pack, and a few sausages.


    Howe he¡¯s only picked up small items and didn¡¯t consider anyrge ones.


    Didn¡¯t he even think about Compressed Biscuits or apass.


    The live broadcast camera also made a stark contrast between the two baskets.


    But Jiang Mian¡¯s basket was no ordinary affair.


    Just the tent and sleeping bag were already being ced on the checkout table.


    They also had arge water bucket,pass, Compressed Biscuits, and some other sundry items.


    [Should we say these two have great rapport or that they are just mismatched?]


    [Truly, they haven¡¯t picked any of the same items]


    [It¡¯s indeed morefortable for the first-ce team]


    [After all, the sleeping bag and tent already cost a thousand, how about you show some concern for the obvious budget ha ha ha ha ha]


    ...


    The staff member tallied up one by one: "You have 400 shopping money left."


    After giving the shopping money to the staff, Fu Sichen immediately took their purchases and got off the bus.


    "Fu Si... Captain Fu!"


    "I can take the small items."


    Fu Sichen¡¯s voice was calm: "No need, a big guy can handle this kind of stuff."


    Jiang Mian¡¯s extended hand hung in the air, pausing for two seconds.


    "Sister Mianmian!!! Do you have money to sponsor us?"


    Wei Zhouchen¡¯s roaring voice pulled Jiang Mian back from her thoughts from a distance.


    Jiang Mian was about to speak when the man beside her said, "Tell them there¡¯s only 50 left, keep the rest of the money."


    Huh???


    Jiang Mian thought for a few seconds and immediately understood that they wouldn¡¯t have to return any unused shopping money to the staff, who might even suggest they spend it all.


    But since there was change, there would probably be somewhere to spend it once inside.


    Jiang Mian nced at Director Xu, who was enjoying himself at the moment.


    Hmm, this was something he would do.


    She quickly stuffed the money into her pocket and then held the 50 in her hand.


    "Captain Fu makes a good point."


    As the two of them approached, Wei Zhouchen¡¯s eyes sparkled with envy.


    "Sister Mianmian, how much did you spend after buying so much?"


    Jiang Mian handed the 50 shopping money to Wei Zhouchen: "Here¡¯s the leftover 50 for you."


    Wei Zhouchen, too happy for words, grabbed Jiang Mian and wanted to spin in circles.


    Fu Sichen nced at Wei Zhouchen: "Spin two more circles, and I¡¯ll take the 50 back."


    "Captain Fu, you¡¯re so stingy, look at how generous Sister Mianmian is."


    Wei Zhouchen¡¯s words fell, and he pulled his own mentor to see what else they could buy on the bus.


    Jiang Mian watched Wei Zhouchen¡¯s happy figure, barely holding back herughter.


    If he knew that this 50 was just one-eighth of the leftover money, the kid would¡¯ve felt awful.


    After all, she now looked like a lifesaver in his eyes.


    Right then, the livements were going crazy¡ª


    [Ha ha ha ha ha, look at Zhouzhou smiling like aplete fool]


    [No choice, sisters, their team¡¯s shopping money is now 250]


    [Ha ha ha ha, with Jiang Mian and Captain Fu, one sly fox and one big grey wolf, how could they ever be outyed]


    [Isn¡¯t it just like Captain Fu to buy itching ointment and the like obviously for Jiang Mian]


    [Right, right, right, his skin¡¯s thick from years in the military, he doesn¡¯t need it, I¡¯m shipping them so hard!!!]


    ...

 Chapter 70: Watch the Sunset

    <h4>Chapter 70: Chapter 70: Watch the Sunset</h4>


    After everyone had purchased their items and set them aside, Director Xu continued, "It¡¯s now half-past three in the afternoon. Each team, take your things and go find a spot to camp for the next three days and two nights. We will announce a new task at four-thirty."


    "Director Xu!"


    "Speak!"


    Jiang Mian, with a bend in her brows and eyes, said somewhat sheepishly, "Can I request to use the restroom?"


    Director Xu waved his hand helplessly and said, "Go on, then."


    He thought for a moment and added, "We have temporarily set up four restrooms in the forest, so no need to worry, they are also marked on the map."


    The production team had prepared a fairlyrge backpack for each team. Fu Sichen stepped forward, put the small items they had purchased into the bag, and then carried it on his back, with a sleeping bag in his left hand and a tent in his right.


    By the time Jiang Mian returned, the other five teams had already set off.


    Director Xu watched Jiang Mian¡¯s retreating figure with an indescribable feeling.


    What¡¯s different...?


    Never mind, he was probably overthinking it.


    "Jiang Mian, don¡¯t walk at the back. Stand next to me."


    Jiang Mian¡¯s lips parted slightly, and when she couldn¡¯t think of what to say, the man¡¯s deep voice rang out, "I¡¯m afraid you might get lost."


    Unspoken fear and nervousness enveloped Jiang Mian as she stepped into the forest.


    Facing the unknown dangers and the man in front of her, she couldn¡¯t tell if she was more excited or anxious.


    The six teams split uppletely.


    [So thrilling!]


    [The real show has started!]


    [Captain Fu really gives such a sense of security, help!!]


    [I want to be Jiang Mian, facing such a handsome man for three days and two nights, wouldn¡¯t you be moved?]


    [If it were me, I¡¯d have thrown myself at him already.]


    ...


    As the barrage discussed enthusiastically and excitedly, the live stream went dark.


    The page disyed: [Thank you for watching this live broadcast. See you in the main story as we enter the forest!]


    [Ahhhh! That¡¯s too much!!]


    [Is there something I, the top fan, can¡¯t see?]


    [Don¡¯t make me harass you every day!!]


    [Hurry up and release my hubby!!]


    At this moment, the group waspletely unaware of what was happening outside.


    Jiang Mian held apass and a map in her hand, unsure of which direction to go.


    "Fu Si... Captain Fu, perhaps it would be better to find a ce near a water source."


    Her limited everyday knowledge was all she could rely on to navigate the convoluted map.


    Fu Sichen nced at the map, halted his steps, and after a pause of two seconds, his ears twitched slightly, "This direction should be fine; around 200 meters ahead should be a water source, and the restrooms are nearby on the map."


    Jiang Mian held a skeptical attitude. She touched her own ear, "Just by moving it, you know where to go?"


    Was it really that perceptive?


    The two walked about a hundred meters, and as the sun set among the trees, the sky suddenly turned into a beautiful pink glow.


    Jiang Mian nced at the man beside her; the slight sweat on his forehead beneath the delicate hormonal presence.


    "Captain Fu! Let¡¯s rest a bit and watch the sunset."


    Fu Sichen looked at Jiang Mian¡¯s expectant face, then at the distant sunset, paused for two seconds, and then agreed, "Alright, let¡¯s rest a bit."


    Jiang Mian spotted two rocks under the tree next to them. She pulled out a piece of paper from her pocket, wiped them down, and sat.


    She patted the rock beside her, looking at Fu Sichen, "Captain Fu, sit, it¡¯s clean."


    As she spoke, Jiang Mian took a clean tissue from her pocket and handed it to Fu Sichen, "Wipe your sweat."


    Fu Sichen¡¯s gaze fell on the tissue in Jiang Mian¡¯s hand, "How do you have tissues?"


    They were also sold in the supermarket earlier, and they were more expensive than usual.


    None of the twelve members of the six teams had bought any.


    Probably they all thought it was a jinx to buy them.

 Chapter 71: Survival in the Primordial Forest 1

    <h4>Chapter 71: Chapter 71: Survival in the Primordial Forest 1</h4>


    Jiang Mian nced behind at the drone following them and smirked slyly, "I just went to the restroom, and it was a fortunate stop."


    Speaking, she proudly patted her bulging pockets.


    Fu Sichen watched with slightly curved lips, a faint smile spilling from his throat at the slightly proud girl before him.


    The two of them looked at the drone together, guessing that Director Xu in the control room was about to blow his top again.


    "You go to the toilet and don¡¯t check things out!"


    "There¡¯s no more toilet paper to grab and nobody reacts? Nobody?"


    The staff wanted tough but had to hold it in while taking the scolding, and it was really hard to keep theirposure.


    You just had to feel sorry for Director Xu.


    He had thought that with no paper in any of the four toilets prepared inside, there would be a good show and tasks to scheduleter, not expecting that the most interesting group...


    Ha-ha-ha-ha, Director Xu was both amused and saddened.


    Director Xu watched the screen with Jiang Mian and Fu Sichen¡¯s footage, "Forget it, forget it, they won¡¯t be tripped up by this difficulty. There are other things, they can¡¯t all be this lucky."


    Creating all sorts of difficulties was his job.


    Before Director Xu could enjoy his moment for a few seconds, a staff member pointed at the screen, "Director Xu, look..."


    On-screen, Jiang Mian and Fu Sichen were crouched down, fiddling with something.


    Fu Sichen took out a knife from his bag and shoveled at the soft soil twice.


    "Could there be something buried underneath?"


    When Jiang Mian sat on the rock earlier, she had felt it was a bit soft and didn¡¯t expect that, upon closer inspection, the soil beneath the rock was a different color from its surroundings.


    One patch was newer and shallower, while the other was a darker,pacted color.


    It must have been dug over by someone.


    In such a remote wilderness, no one but the show¡¯s crew would go out of their way to dig here.


    There was likely something hidden underneath.


    Fu Sichen flipped the soil with the knife a couple of times, hit something, and both of them heard a "rustling" sound.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s face burst with joy, "There really is something! Director Xu is really good at hiding stuff."


    She reached out to help Fu Sichen brush away the topsoil, and a silver thermal bag appeared before them.


    Fu Sichen took out the thermal bag, and they unzipped it to see neatly arranged boxed meals, looking particrly tempting.


    "I thought we were going to have to make do withpressed biscuits today; I didn¡¯t expect the crew to have a conscience after all."


    Director Xu: Are you two demons?!! My heart¡¯s gone!!


    The two refilled the hole with soil, cleaned up, and set off again.


    About seven or eight minutester, Jiang Mian definitely heard the sound of running water and quickened her pace.


    A rather hidden stream appeared before them.


    Fu Sichen put down what he was carrying, scouted around for a bit and finally chose a rock to set their spot, "This is good for us right here."


    "How do you learn this kind of ¡¯magic power¡¯?"


    "Magic power?"


    Fu Sichen¡¯s eyes and brows lifted slightly, seeming to wait for Jiang Mian¡¯s next words.


    "Your ¡¯ear movement¡¯ technique is pretty effective."


    Jiang Mian touched her nose, her tone somewhat gruff.


    The man beside herughed casually, "Is that Jiang Mianplimenting me?"


    "What do you mean ¡¯ssmate,¡¯ you are three years older than me, that¡¯s like half a generation gap, Captain Fu, don¡¯t use this as an excuse to make yourself seem younger."


    "Director Xu, Director Xu, look, Jiang Mian knows how old Fu Sichen is. After all, such an exact age, three years, must mean they know each other, or they have a very good rtionship."


    The staff suddenly realized something was amiss and nudged the now disheartened Director Xu.


    "y that footage again for me!"


    After everyone in the control room watched it again.


    "!!! There is definitely something up with these two!!!"


    Director Xu was nearly driven mad by the two and was now frantic, "Drones aren¡¯t enough; Xiao Zhang, take another cameraman with you, the two of you go in there and do a close-up shoot."


    "Remember! Remember not to be discovered."

 Chapter 72: Braised Pork for Two

    <h4>Chapter 72: Chapter 72: Braised Pork for Two</h4>


    Fu Sichen had already quickly set up the tent and ced the sleeping bag inside.


    He then moved somerge rocks to build a simple stone table and two stone stools.


    Jiang Mian fetched some water from the stream, "Captain Fu, where¡¯s your water bottle? I¡¯ll fill it up for you while I¡¯m at it..."


    Her voice grew fainter.


    If she remembered correctly...


    This man didn¡¯t even buy a water bottle!!


    Fu Sichen watched Jiang Mian, who sat there with expressions constantly changing and chuckled deeply, "Remember now? No worries, there¡¯s always a way."


    ???


    She seriously suspected the bastard did it on purpose!!


    Jiang Mian didn¡¯t care about him, she stood up, took a couple of sips of water, "It¡¯s really sweet and refreshing, sofortable."


    There¡¯s a ce to sleep, water to drink, and food to eat.


    Surviving in the Primordial Forest is just like this.


    Consider it a life experience.


    Suddenly a helicopter buzzed through the sky very low, it even felt as if it could brush the tree branches.


    Director Xu above them yelled through a megaphone, "Everyone, the first mission is released. The production team has ced five boxed meals around the area you¡¯re in. You need to get up and search for them. Whoever finds them first gets to eat."


    "The team that doesn¡¯t find them will have to figure out dinner themselves. Friendly reminder, there are only four boxed meals left now, so give it your all!"


    "By the way, a gentle reminder to certain teams to abide by the game rules."


    At this moment, the particr team represented by Jiang Mian and Fu Sichen were sitting and enjoying their boxed meals.


    Jiang Mian had slept all the way during the day, missing the airne meal, and after all the ruckus, she was indeed very hungry now, "It¡¯s really delicious, so tasty."


    Fu Sichen smiled, looking at the woman in front of him whocked any heiress¡¯s etiquette but was irresistibly cute, "If you¡¯re hungry, eat more. I have some too."


    As soon as he finished speaking, Jiang Mian noticed several more pieces of braised pork in her boxed meal.


    ?!!!


    Jiang Mian immediately looked around.


    It was fine, it was fine.


    The drone wasn¡¯t stable due to the remote control and hadn¡¯t turned its head yet. If it filmed this, Director Xu would go insane.


    She nced at Fu Sichen, the look in her eyes signaling: We¡¯re filming the show! What are you doing! Keep a low profile! I might not want to admit our rtionship this soon.


    Fu Sichen saw the woman making faces at him andughed even more joyfully.


    "Laugh at your big butt! Stopughing!"


    If it weren¡¯t for the filming and the need to maintain her image, she would definitely go up and give him a couple of "bang bang" punches!


    "Wow! Captain Fu!"


    A familiar voice pulled the entangled gazes of the two back.


    Wei Zhouchen ran up teeteringly, "You guys are so quick! This ce is way toofortable, boo hoo."


    Jiang Mian didn¡¯t look up but continued to earnestly gobble up her meal.


    The high-profile pack had arrived, and they might have topete for foodter.


    Fu Sichen turned towards Wei Zhouchen¡¯s teammate, "Where are you guys?"


    The other team leader shook his head helplessly. "He said to get a head start for bathroom convenience, so we just decided to squat nearby."


    Saying more would just be tears.


    Two miserable souls without a tent.


    "So you¡¯re all here."


    Lin Chuan and Yu Xinting walked over carrying an insted bag.


    ???


    Wei Zhouchen immediately sprang up, "How did you find it so quickly too!"


    Lin Chuan pointed to a tree in the front, "Just stumbled upon it."


    "Captain Fu, you all are about finished eating."


    Yu Xinting looked at the braised pork in Jiang Mian¡¯s boxed meal and uncontrobly swallowed, "You have so much meat, our boxed meals didn¡¯t have nearly as much."


    Lin Chuan was also drawn to the sound and noticed the difference between Jiang Mian¡¯s bowl and the emptiness in Fu Sichen¡¯s.


    Understood.


    "Jiang Mian has two people¡¯s shares of braised pork here."


    Yu Xinting didn¡¯t quite catch on and looked from Jiang Mian to Fu Sichen¡¯s bowl.


    Seemed like she got it...


    With a suspicious nce at Jiang Mian and just as she was about to speak, Lin Chuan dragged her away.


    "Alright, we should go back and eat too, let¡¯s not disturb you."


    Lin Chuan also took Wei Zhouchen away, "With all this energy, you might as well hurry up and find something to eat, or you¡¯ll have nothing butpressed biscuits..."


    The voices of the four people faded away.


    Only Jiang Mian and Fu Sichen were left, facing each other.

 Chapter 73: Because of One Person

    <h4>Chapter 73: Chapter 73: Because of One Person</h4>


    Thest trace of light from the sunset was devoured by the sky, and darknesspletely fell. asionally, a few birds flew out of the woods and disappeared into the distance.


    Fu Sichen packed up the leftover takeout boxes they had eaten from and ced them in an insted container to one side.


    He figured he would need to grab a trash bag to pick everything upter.


    Jiang Mian sat by the tent, lifting her gaze to the stars in the sky, enjoying thefortably whooshing evening breeze.


    Xiao Zhang, squatting in the bushes until his legs were numb, called Director Xu on the walkie-talkie, "Director Xu, Captain Fu and Jiang Mian seem to be behaving quite normally. There are so many mosquitoes, why don¡¯t you let us go back?"


    The walkie-talkie lit up for two seconds then went off.


    ???


    My life matters too.


    Xiao Zhang stretched his legs slightly and shifted to a morefortable position, continuing into the walkie-talkie, "Really, if I stay squatting here any longer, they¡¯re going to spot me. Then I wouldn¡¯t be able to exin even with ten mouths..."


    Jiang Mian looked around, her gaze drawn to a rustling bush.


    Is there a rabbit in there?!


    Her delicate eyebrows furrowed, and she walked over.


    "Ah, Director Xu..."


    Xiao Zhang was still wracking his brain, speaking into the walkie-talkie when it lit up for a few seconds.


    Director Xu¡¯s voice came through, "Stay put for a while, 300 yuan for half an hour, and if you capture anything interesting, make it 1000."


    Just as Xiao Zhang was hesitating, a sweet and pleasant voice came from above him, "Director Xu is really generous. How about I do the filming, and you give me the money instead?"


    !!!


    Xiao Zhang¡¯s hand, pressing the button on the walkie-talkie, suddenly loosened, and the walkie-talkie fell into the bushes.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s eyes curved slightly, her red lips raised, striking an inexplicably chilling air.


    She bent down, picked up the walkie-talkie, and spoke a few words, "Director Xu, don¡¯t make it hard on Xiao Zhang, or the mosquitoes will carry the poor kid away."


    Xiao Zhang looked up at the Jiang Mian standing before him, feeling a surge of hope, his eyes particrly moved.


    "As for the content you want, you really want to create a couple fiction between me and Captain Fu, huh? Then you¡¯ll have to rely on your skills."


    Jiang Mian finished speaking, tossed the walkie-talkie to Xiao Zhang, and left him with a parting remark, "Hurry back before Director Xu catches on."


    Xiao Zhang was stunned for two seconds, then he quickly picked up his camera, "Thank you, Teacher Jiang!"


    Fu Sichen, seemingly out of nowhere, had gathered some rocks, "Campfires are prohibited in the forest, so we can only use shlights tonight. I¡¯ll reinforce it with these rocks."


    Jiang Mian returned to sit in front of the tent, resting her chin on her hands as she watched the man work, an admiring gleam touching her eyes, "Fu Sichen... Captain Fu, you know all these outdoor skills. Did you learn all this in the army before?"


    As she watched him work dedicatedly in a field he was familiar with, Jiang Mian realized she really didn¡¯t know much about her ¡¯contract husband.¡¯


    But he seemed to always be quietly caring about her...


    Fu Sichen was still kneeling, one hand resting on his other knee, busily fortifying their tent, "I spent some time at a devil¡¯s training base overseas."


    He slightly lifted his eyes to meet her beautiful ones, smiling, "Want to know more?"


    Jiang Mian leaned back on her hands, her dark eyes shifting slightly, "Well, I¡¯m not against it."


    Sitting around was boring anyway, and definitely, the outdoors meant not resting this early.


    Fu Sichen stood up, dusting his hands, and sat down next to Jiang Mian.


    "Listen to what?"


    Jiang Mian thought for a while, "What made you want to join the army initially?"


    Mentioning this, a trace of sorrow crossed the depths of Fu Sichen¡¯s eyes, he paused for two seconds, "Because of someone."


    Someone?


    Jiang Mian didn¡¯t say much, turning her gaze away, "Oh~ she must have..."

 Chapter 74: I Want You to Know Everything

    <h4>Chapter 74: Chapter 74: I Want You to Know Everything</h4>


    Before Jiang Mian could say much more, Fu Sichen interrupted her somewhat disordered thoughts, "Because of my mother."


    !!!


    Jiang Mian looked toward the man beside her, the depth of his dark pupils unable to hide the suppressed emotions he was feeling at the moment.


    For the first time.


    She heard of a rtive other than his grandfather.


    Since they had registered their marriage, he had never mentioned his parents. He only said he lived with his grandfather, and at that time, his grandfather was also abroad.


    Jiang Mian hadn¡¯t taken it to heart particrly and had not asked about it afterward.


    "Then... Where is she now?"


    Fu Sichen¡¯s thin lips barely curved into a smile, "She¡¯s gone."


    "How did you from..."


    Jiang Mian realized she was bing anxious and immediately stopped herself.


    The drone was still circling overhead, and she reached out to remove both Fu Sichen¡¯s and her own earpiece.


    After turning off the receiver, she casually set it aside.


    Hmm???


    Fu Sichen didn¡¯t understand her actions at once, "Jiang Mian, what are you..."


    "I don¡¯t want them to know, at the very least, this is your deepest secret."


    !!!!


    A sh of surprise flickered across Fu Sichen¡¯s eyes.


    Jiang Mian looked up at the drone; she and Director Xu could fool around as much as they wanted, but she did not want the things Fu Sichen was sharing to be the focus of the show¡¯s poprity.


    Her voice was soft, falling gently in Fu Sichen¡¯s ear.


    He stared at the woman¡¯s beautiful profile, her long eyshes appearing especially soft under the moonlight, and her slightly parted lips were irresistible.


    Fu Sichen suddenlyughed, "But I want you to know, I want you to know everything about me."


    Jiang Mian looked at Fu Sichen, and as their eyes met, the temperature between them seemed to rise slightly.


    She didn¡¯t speak, just stared at those dark eyes, full of tenderness and indulgence.


    Fu Sichen...


    toward herself...


    Jiang Mian shook her head, probably she was overthinking it.


    His gaze softened so affectionately; he could even give a dog a tender look.


    "I¡¯m sorry, Jiang Mian, I have many secrets."


    Jiang Mian was confused, her face brimming with a smile, "Why so serious all of a sudden, there¡¯s nothing to be sorry about, everyone has secrets, and I have them too, so we¡¯re even."


    Why did it feel like Fu Sichen suddenly became sentimental? It was she who wanted to hear his story.


    She hadn¡¯t expected to make Fu Sichen go emo on her.


    Just as Jiang Mian was about to lighten the mood, focusing on something happier, his crisp, low voice sounded again, "Apart from my grandfather, I have no family."


    ...


    The persistent chirping of cicadas in the forest, the whoosh of the breeze, now and then rustling the branches and leaves.


    The two of them, as if by tacit agreement, fell silent, lost in the nightscape.


    Director Xu in the production room was getting anxious.


    Compared to the other couples¡ªchatting, watching the night sky, or even going on adventures¡ªit was their peaceful existence, not disturbing one another, that stood out.


    "What are those two doing! They were the noisiest in the morning, now they¡¯ve gone emo at night??"


    "And what are they talking about, Jiang Mian even took off her mic!!"


    Director Xu wished he could fly over there and fix their mics, or get the drone closer to pick up the audio.


    It was too frustrating to sense the gossip just out of reach but not be able to consume it.


    "No, that¡¯s not right! Fu Sichen."


    "Hmm?"


    Fu Sichen¡¯s gaze had never left the woman beside him.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s tone was light, "You have a family, my home is your home, and we should be a small family by now, I guess."


    Thinking her words weren¡¯t quite right, she softly added, "Even though it might be a marriage of convenience."


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 Chapter 75: I Want to Do One Thing

    <h4>Chapter 75: Chapter 75: I Want to Do One Thing</h4>


    Fu Sichen looked at the woman in front of him, herughter rich and full, and it seemed to connect with the pure, innocent smile she had seventeen years before.


    It was a night sprinkled with stars just like this one.


    The two of them had made their sincerest wishes under the meteor shower¡ª


    "I hope Brother Xiao Fu can be a little happier, just like me! Happy every day!"


    "I hope Xuanxuan can always be this joyful, carefree, and happy."


    Jiang Mian noticed the man¡¯s expression bing increasingly gentle; his thin lips barely smiled, but they couldn¡¯t hide the warm and burning tenderness in his eyes.


    Her whole body felt slightly on edge, and she unconsciously shrank into the tent a bit more.


    It was like the calm before a storm.


    Red alert level three!!


    "Jiang Mian."


    "What!"


    "I want to do something."


    Red alert level two!!!


    Jiang Mian curled into herself, her expression particrly unnatural. Surely this man wasn¡¯t going to lose his senses like that.


    With the drone outside, and so many people, not to mention Director Xu, who seemed as if he wanted to glue himself to their tent opening¡ªthey couldn¡¯t possibly be about to have a wild moment out there.


    No way.


    Fu Sichen had his limits.


    Sheposed herself and asked, "What?"


    "Kiss you."


    Before Jiang Mian could react, Fu Sichen had leaned in, extended his hand to wrap around Jiang Mian¡¯s slim waist, and bent down to kiss her.


    "Mmm..."


    Damn!!


    Red alert level one!!!


    Fu Sichen!!!


    You¡¯ve lost your mind!!!


    "No!! What on earth are they doing!!"


    Director Xu leapt up as he watched the scene on the screen in the control room.


    The screen showed Fu Sichen¡¯s whole body blocking the entrance to the tent,pletely obscuring Jiang Mian from view¡ªit was a solid blockade.


    All they were left with was the view of his broad-shouldered and narrow-waisted silhouette.


    "Director Xu, we really have no idea."


    It wasn¡¯t just Director Xu; all the staff in the control room were dying of curiosity.


    After just two episodes of filming, everyone could sense that the "maic field" between Jiang Mian and Fu Sichen was "off."


    But there was also an indescribable feeling.


    Now, the scene unfolding before them was tantalizing.


    It was too unbearable.


    "Get the drone closer."


    "Director Xu, if we get any closer we might hit Captain Fu."


    That would be just the kind of trouble those two would stir up¡ªlegitimately running into a problem.


    "Who was it that refused the idea of putting up cameras during the meeting?! The tents were definitely supposed to have them!!!"


    Everyone fell silent, one staff member hesitantly raised their hand and spoke cautiously, "Director Xu, you said it wasn¡¯t necessary, so we didn¡¯t arrange it."


    "..."


    The control room fell into silence, and Director Xu felt his own face sting as if it had been pped.


    "Director Xu, you said that if we had installed them, they would have covered them up if they didn¡¯t want us to see, rememberst time during rehearsals."


    The scene from that time came to Director Xu¡¯s mind, and he waved his hand in resignation, "Alright, let¡¯s leave them be for now, the main event is after they¡¯ve all rested."


    "You¡¯ve got the carts ready for moving things around, right? And all the props for them are prepared? Listen for themand, then act."


    "Everything¡¯s ready to go, just waiting for the right moment."


    Director Xu, with a look of anticipation, watched the six screens: "Now go ahead and be happy for a while because you¡¯re going to cry soon."


    "Yeah." Director Xu, reminded of something, advised the staff, "Focus on Fu Sichen and Jiang Mian¡¯s group, they have the most supplies. Take everything you can, even the sleeping bags and the tent if possible."


    "..."


    That sounds like a death wish.


    The staff member had no choice but to steel themselves and reply, "We will definitely try our best to loot everything."

 Chapter 76: His Little Sun Has Always Been There

    <h4>Chapter 76: Chapter 76: His Little Sun Has Always Been There</h4>


    It took quite a while...


    Fu Sichen finally let go of Jiang Mian, his tongue pressed against his upper pte, Adam¡¯s apple rolling slightly, his voice low and hoarse with a teasing smile, "It seems Mrs. Fu really needs some exercise, you couldn¡¯t handle it after just a short while..."


    Jiang Mian opened her mouth and took several deep breaths, almost passing out.


    At this time, her fair cheeks were particrly hot with a flush of red, "Who¡¯s like you, the moment there¡¯s disagreement, you just..."


    "Just what?"


    "y the ruffian!"


    Hearing this, Fu Sichen slightly hooked his thin lips, with a smile that was not quite a smile, "It seems Mrs. Fu actually quite enjoys it."


    "Scram!"


    Jiang Mian snatched the Soft Pillow from beneath her and threw it at Fu Sichen, which the man caught steadily, his gaze falling on the somewhat flustered woman.


    Fu Sichen stuffed the Soft Pillow back into Jiang Mian¡¯s arms and then stood up from within the tent, "Get some rest early, I¡¯ll go sit outside."


    Just as Jiang Mian was about to say something, Fu Sichen said with a faint smile, "Don¡¯t worry, I¡¯ll be here, just call me if there¡¯s anything."


    The two exchanged looks for a while, and Jiang Mian, somewhat dazed, nodded, "Mhm."


    "Good night."


    Fu Sichen zipped up the tent and stood up to take the insect repellent spray they bought that morning and sprayed it around.


    He walked straight to the stone chair they had set up and sat down.


    His mind was full of Jiang Mian¡¯s words¡ª


    "I don¡¯t want them to know your secret."


    "You have a home."


    "We are like a small family."


    The smile on Fu Sichen¡¯s lips didn¡¯t falter, and he chuckled indulgently.


    He looked up at the starry sky and then at the tent beside him.


    It seemed he didn¡¯t need to find that star anymore because his little sun had always been there.


    As time slowly passed, deep night fell, and the forest was enveloped in silence, apart from the asional rustling sound - everything seemed to be at rest.


    Except¡ª


    "Quick, quick, quick!"


    "Ouch, be gentle, shush!!"


    "Got it, got it, but move quickly and don¡¯t wake them up. Be fast, quiet, and efficient."


    Suddenly, a big group of people descended into the control room, everyone swiftly splitting up and jogging in six different directions.


    Director Xu watched the monitors as they advanced methodically, and couldn¡¯t be more pleased.


    Stirring up trouble was his forte.


    Just as he confirmed that the other teams had started to arrive, his gaze fell on the Jiang Mian and Fu Sichen team.


    In short order, the smile on Director Xu¡¯s face froze at one point and swiftly deted.


    ?!!!


    On the disy, three staff members assigned to Fu Sichen and Jiang Mian¡¯s group suddenly tripped over something on the ground.


    Then a white light shone out, and Fu Sichen, sleepy-eyed, directed the shlight toward the three staff members.


    "Captain Fu, good... good evening."


    Fu Sichen nced at their empty trolley as well as the two toy guns and two vests they carried, and raised his eyebrows slightly, his voice raspy and maic, "Delivering something?"


    The three staff members helped each other stand up, looking as embarrassed as if their lies had been exposed.


    Scratching their heads and smiling, they said, "Yes, delivering. These guns and vests are for tomorrow¡¯s use. There¡¯s a letter inside, open it tomorrow during the day."


    Fu Sichen took the items from the staff, "Thanks for the trouble of delivering them."


    "..."


    Wuu wuu.


    Bringing the expression ¡¯stealing chickens only to lose the rice¡¯ to life was them.


    "Not leaving?"


    "No no no, sorry to disturb Captain Fu¡¯s rest, we didn¡¯t expect Captain Fu to still be awake sote."


    Fu Sichenzily yawned, speaking carelessly, "Just waiting for the rabbits, it happened to wake me up."


    The three of them looked at each other.


    Yep, they were the rabbits.


    And that "Sin" lying on the ground, the thin rope that was the chief culprit.


    "Then Captain Fu, we won¡¯t disturb you anymore, please continue to rest."


    After saying this, the three staff members fled headlong outside, taking the trolley out the way they hade in.


    Getting caught red-handed was indeed too embarrassing.

 Chapter 77: Woken Up?

    <h4>Chapter 77: Chapter 77: Woken Up?</h4>


    He couldn¡¯t help butugh as he watched the three people leave and then nced at the thin rope on the ground.


    "Fu Sichen..."


    A soft and husky voice came from the tent; Jiang Mian poked her head out, her sleepy eyes bleary, her hair a bit messy.


    Seeing Jiang Mian had awoken, Fu Sichen squatted in front of her, "Did I wake you up?"


    The corners of Jiang Mian¡¯s eyes were still misty, her beautiful eyes notpletely open yet, and her whole demeanor seemed tender and soft, yet a bit morose from not sleeping well, irresistibly pitiful.


    The drone in the air began to buzz as it moved around to film from all sides.


    Fu Sichen¡¯s deep eyes cast a threatening nce.


    The employee operating the drone¡¯s hands trembled at the sight.


    That look...


    So fierce.


    "A surprise attack from the production crew in the middle of the night?"


    Jiang Mian, having heard the noise, could somewhat guess what it was about, knowing that Director Xu¡¯s temper wouldn¡¯t let them off so easily.


    With a smile on his lips and a low voice rolling from his throat, Fu Sichen said, "No, they brought us something, probably for us to use tomorrow."


    Following Fu Sichen¡¯s gaze, Jiang looked over and saw two toy guns and two vests on a cart beside them.


    "Aren¡¯t you sleeping?"


    "I took a short nap just now; I¡¯ll nap a bit moreter to watch the sunrise."


    Jiang Mian shifted inward, "Why don¡¯t youe in and sleep for a bit? I¡¯ve already slept."


    The drone operator thought: ??? Could you two notice me? I¡¯m still here!! I¡¯m a person!! Not a drone!! Don¡¯t ignore me!!


    Fu Sichen adjusted Jiang Mian¡¯s sleeping bag, "Sleep a bit more. Director Xu might make a second attempt if his surprise attack failed."


    The man¡¯s tone and expressions were even gentler than before, showing none of Captain Fu¡¯s usual demeanor.


    "Then what about during the dayter..."


    "I¡¯ll wait for the sunrise."


    Fu Sichen interrupted Jiang Mian¡¯s words, "I haven¡¯t watched a sunrise at five in a long while; I took this chance to see it."


    A glint passed through Jiang Mian¡¯s beautiful eyes, "Then call meter, I¡¯ll watch it with you."


    "Alright, you rest a bit more, I¡¯ll wake youter."


    "Okay."


    Jiang Mian curled up back into the sleeping bag, and Fu Sichen zipped her up and tied the thin rope again.


    He returned to his original spot and sat down, feeling a warm surge as he gazed at the tent in front of him.


    ...


    "Did everyone seed? Just Jiang Mian and him left?"


    The staff nervously nodded and added, "Their pair didn¡¯t steal anything, Yu Xinting¡¯s team got caught halfway, but all others seeded."


    Director Xu: "..."


    Really angry.


    Really, really angry.


    These two were going to shorten his lifespan.


    "The footage just now was silent; quickly get in touch to rece them with some quality drones, the kind with great sound pickup."


    Such a scene, watching a silent performance was too tantalizing.


    "Director Xu, should we use the footage or not..."


    The editor felt his heart skip a beat when he saw what had just happened.


    Not to mention if these two had no issues, then everyone sitting around them must be fake.


    Director Xu: "Use it! Of course, use it. Put it in the main cut!"


    No extra episodes for members, put directly into the main cut.


    It seems Director Xu¡¯s challenge was indeed Jiang Mian and Fu Sichen.


    They were like a bug in his script.


    One of the staff members timidly raised his hand, "Director Xu, if I may speak frankly, don¡¯t forget, Captain Fu is a married man, and he¡¯s in a military marriage."


    The implication was if you want to hype these two, you have to be cautious. Otherwise, provoking awsuit would be like shooting yourself in the foot.


    Director Xu nodded, "Don¡¯t worry, I know my limits."


    But these two didn¡¯t seem to be acting at all.


    That look was too intense...


    He still needed to investigate further first.

 Chapter 78: Just Met Them Burying Something

    <h4>Chapter 78: Chapter 78: Just Met Them Burying Something</h4>


    *


    The pre-dawn light brightened the forest and a few more birds began to chirp, their morning songs mingling with the mist in the air, fresh and pleasant.


    "Catch the thief!!!"


    "Howe everything¡¯s gone!!!"


    "There¡¯s a thief!!!"


    A series ofmentations came from not too far away, startling the birds into flight and causing the branches to rustle ¡¯shasha¡¯ in the breeze.


    Jiang Mian groggily opened her eyes, wondering who was wailing like banshees.


    She sat up and took a look at the brightening sky outside, which quickly helped her shake off the remnants of sleep.


    Wait a second?!!!


    Hadn¡¯t Fu Sichen said he would take her to watch the sunrise, so why was it fully light already?


    She extended her hand to open the tent p, and a wave of morning chill surged into her embrace.


    Sss¡ª


    So cold.


    Jiang Mian instinctively retreated back into the tent.


    She grabbed a nket from within the tent and draped it over her shoulders, then stepped out bare-faced into the world.


    Huh??


    Where was Fu Sichen?


    She hadn¡¯t seen hide nor hair of him all morning.


    "Sister Jiang Mian!"


    Wei Zhouchen ran over, huffing and puffing, about to tattle but stopped short when he saw that all their things were intact, unharmed.


    Everything was exactly as it had been the day before.


    "You weren¡¯t robbed?!!"


    Jiang Mian nodded, "Seems like it, just know that someone came yesterday, and Captain Fu caught them right outside."


    "Wow!! We only had a few things, now they¡¯ve been stripped, leaving just me."


    Wei Zhouchen red fiercely at the drone circling overhead, "How heartless!"


    It would be some time before Yu Xinting, Xiang Mo, Wu Jun, and Xie Shuanghao all made their way over.


    The base camp Jiang Mian and Fu Sichen shared suddenly became a bit crowded.


    "So you¡¯re the only ones who weren¡¯t robbed?"


    "You all got robbed?"


    Director Xu¡¯s methods were ruthlessly efficient, truly pushing us to think strategically.


    Xiang Mo nodded, "Not a penny left, so tired from yesterday, slept like a log, didn¡¯t hear a thing. If we hadn¡¯t been sleeping in the tent, our tent and sleeping bags would have been stolen too."


    The despair and exhaustion were visibly etched on everyone¡¯s faces; the production team had dropped a bombshell.


    "Why isn¡¯t Captain Fu here?"


    Jiang Mian shook her head, "Don¡¯t know, he wasn¡¯t here when I woke up."


    Lin Chuan said with a teasing smile, "So Captain Fu slept outside yesterday?"


    "Yeah," Jiang Mian even pointed at the spot where Fu Sichen had been sleeping, "Right there, and the production team came by, I guess someone fell over, caught red-handed."


    Hearing about the fall, Wei Zhouchen nced at the drone, "Why didn¡¯t the one stealing our stuff fall? I suggest making a louder noise next time."


    "Wow! You guys really got lucky."


    "Not luck, it¡¯s skill."


    That familiar, deep voice came from behind them.


    Fu Sichen stepped over a thin rope strung between two trees, holding a bag with the production team¡¯sbel as he approached.


    "Tie a rope between two trees, and you¡¯ll know when they fall trying to sneak in. Makes it hard to steal anything."


    Everyone looked as if they¡¯d learned something, subconsciously ncing towards the drones circling nearby.


    Staff member: I really tied a knot.


    The three staff members who fell: Next time all precautions should be arranged, so it¡¯s not just us three losing face.


    Jiang Mian noticed the bag in Fu Sichen¡¯s hand, "Captain Fu, what¡¯s that in your hand? Don¡¯t tell me it¡¯s from the production team?"


    Fu Sichen nodded, "Yep, had nothing to do just now, went for a stroll and happened toe across them hiding things."


    Director Xu in the control room was frantically pinching the space between his eyebrows.


    "Did you see anyone when you were hiding things?!!"


    "Didn¡¯t see anyone, Director Xu, really didn¡¯t."


    Who could have expected Fu Sichen to be there, not only waiting and watching them hide everything but thening right over and digging it up.


    And he did it right in front of them, scooping up the earth to take their stashed items.


    Director Xu was so angry he could hardly speak and waved his hand despairingly, "Fine, just find someone to issue the task notification, I¡¯m exhausted..."


    "Yes, yes, Director Xu, please take care of yourself."


    Director Xu: "..."


    They¡¯re all going to be the death of me.

 Chapter 79: Survival Battle

    <h4>Chapter 79: Chapter 79: Survival Battle</h4>


    "Why are you all so lucky!"


    Fu Sichen ced the bag in his hands on the stone table and smiled faintly, "The early bird catches the worm."


    Jiang Mian went up and took a look at the contents of the bag¡ª


    Some toiletries, along with garbage bags and apact garbage can.


    Most importantly, there was breakfast inside!!


    Everyone looked on, swallowing their saliva, their envious gazes unstoppable.


    Just then, a helicopter flew over again, this time a crew member¡¯s voice announced, "Toiletries and breakfast have been hidden, a gentle reminder that this is thest meal provided by the production team, afterward, please sort it out yourselves."


    "After breakfast, wait for the notification, we will proceed with the survival battle, the winning team gets a chance to earn shopping money to buy food."


    "Lastly, passing on a message from Director Xu, a certain team should pay more attention to their behavior and not provoke the production team too much, thank you."


    After the crew member finished speaking, the helicopter flew away again.


    "We need to go find breakfast now, hopefully we can find it soon."


    "Ah, it¡¯s so difficult, can we just give up!!!"


    "When I get out, I¡¯m definitely going to have a showdown with Director Xu!! I can¡¯t stand it!"


    Fu Sichen pulled out a piece of white paper from his pocket and handed it to them, "No need to thank me."


    Lin Chuan, standing closest to Fu Sichen, took it from him, it marked the locations of five trees.


    !!!!


    Lin Chuan immediately understood.


    The remaining five hiding spots of the production team.


    "Thanks, Captain Fu!"


    Pointing at one of them, Lin Chuan grabbed Yu Xinting and left first, "We¡¯ll dig this one."


    By the time the white paper had made its rounds in everyone¡¯s hands, the smiles on their faces couldn¡¯t have been happier.


    "Captain Fu! Once we get out, I¡¯ll definitely repay you well."


    "Captain Fu, you really are my lifesaver!!!"


    Praises gradually faded into the distance.


    Director Xu, sitting in the control room, was already feeling hopeless, "Let them be."


    In the future, he would absolutely not involve Jiang Mian and Fu Sichen in such matters.


    Burned once, wise forever.


    Those two were purely ruining his reputation.


    After everyone had breakfast, they changed into the vests prepared by the production team and received the game rules of the survival battle.


    [Vests equipped with shooting sensors, if the impact reaches a certain value, it will make a sound and the person will be eliminated. Each toy gun only has two bullets, eliminating one person earns 1000 shopping money, whether to attack or coexist is up to you]


    [Good luck!]


    [Kind reminder: The production team will not prepare anything else, all benefits must be secured by yourselves]


    "Two hours on the clock, starting now."


    What they didn¡¯t know was that the production team had quietly started live streaming at the beginning.


    [Here Ie, I¡¯m here!!]


    [Finally arrived!! I¡¯ve been waiting so hard]


    [Don¡¯t even know how they fared after a night of surviving in the wild]


    After listening to the rules, Jiang Mian and Fu Sichen didn¡¯t rush into action, instead, they sat on the stone to conserve their energy and started studying the entire forest map.


    Jiang Mian looked at the toy guns in their hands and smiled with a hint of enduring intrigue, confidently stating, "We only have four bullets in total, not even considering a missed shot, even if all hit, it wouldn¡¯t eliminate ten people, so we need to use others¡¯ hands to achieve our goals."


    "And we still have shopping money left."


    This round was purely advantageous for Jiang Mian and Fu Sichen.


    They could even opt not to participate, with the remaining 350 shopping money they just needed to survive two meals.


    Fu Sichen nodded, he pulled out a pen from his pocket, "So first, let¡¯s watch the tigers fight from the mountain, find a ce to rest for a bit, people will being here soon."


    ording to the production team¡¯s usual practice, this variety show definitely involved forming alliances, otherwise, going it alone wouldn¡¯t stand much chance.


    When the timees, splitting the money earned equally would also be a nice choice.


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 Chapter 80: We Each Have Our Own Problems

    <h4>Chapter 80: Chapter 80: We Each Have Our Own Problems</h4>


    Fu Sichen and Jiang Mian, as popr candidates, were definitely the first ones to be watched.


    Either to form an alliance with them,


    or to target and take them out first after forming their own alliance.


    Yet, both of them tacitly preferred not to get involved in battles too early, finding it a bit uninteresting.


    "Fu Sichen, let¡¯s head to higher ground," Jiang Mian suggested, examining the map. "There are some small sand dunes up there; we can wait there as the ¡¯sparrow.¡¯"


    Fu Sichen gazed at the woman before him, his thin lips curving slightly, his tone indulgent, "Okay, I¡¯ll listen to you. Let¡¯s head over there first."


    He circled a spot on the map.


    The viewers in the live broadcast werepletely blown away by the scene¡ª


    [Did I hear that right?!! Jiang Mian just called Captain Fu by his full name!!!]


    [omg what have those two been through tonight, such a qualitative leap!!!]


    [And Captain Fu¡¯s tone was so indulgent, all listening to you!!! What is this? Are you sure you¡¯re not dating?!]


    [Where are the CP fans? I want to join in on the sugar rush!!]


    ...


    The two of them were oblivious to what was happening outside.


    They hadn¡¯t even noticed that Director Xu had reced the drone with a new one.


    The two followed the map and reached the chosen sand dune.


    Sitting down together on the dune, Jiang Mian and Fu Sichen looked off into the distance, feeling an unfathomable sense of rxation as they surveyed from their vantage point.


    "This spot is reallyfortable."


    Fu Sichen¡¯s lips curved into a slight smile; the height was just right for watching the battles below. Indeed, it was very nice.


    "Jiang Mian, look, Wei Zhouchen¡¯s group is facing off with Wu Jun."


    Where?!!


    Watching other people¡¯s battles was quite interesting; Jiang Mian immediately had her attention drawn.


    Not far ahead, four figures were in a standoff, both teams seemingly discussing something yet hesitating to make a move.


    "What are they dragging their feet for?"


    [Hahahaha, Jiang Xiaomian, hold back a little]


    [These two really know how to enjoy themselves, watching the excitement without worrying about the consequences]


    [Mainly because those two have already stashed a good amount of shopping money; they really don¡¯t need to panic]


    [They might even just sit back and benefit from the others¡¯ strife]


    [Down there they¡¯re fighting, up here they¡¯re enjoying retirement; all that¡¯s missing is a bag of sunflower seeds and a cup of tea]


    The two below were discussing something, and then they suddenly shook hands.


    ???


    Did they form an alliance??


    So soon??


    "Did they form an alliance?"


    A corner of Fu Sichen¡¯s mouth lifted in a sly smile, "Not necessarily; the best is yet toe."


    Wei Zhouchen, a master of tricks who had endured all kinds of "hardships."


    And Wu Jun, a crafty old fox full of schemes.


    If these two had formed an alliance, there would definitely be some dramatic turnarounds to watch for.


    Then Jiang Mian and Fu Sichen watched as the two teams headed towards their camp.


    So it was.


    They had indeed been targeted, but it was a good thing that the two of them had moved quickly.


    Suddenly, Jiang Mian had a thought and looked at Fu Sichen, "It seems, Captain Fu, you know a lot about this, with plenty of experience."


    At least in Jiang Mian¡¯s view, Fu Sichen was brainy and brave, especially with his devastatingly sharp tongue.


    "Hmm, I do have quite a bit of experience," he said without a hint of modesty, his smile not faltering, his face radiating satisfaction and enjoyment as he casually remarked, "After all, I¡¯ve seen quite a few good ys in my time."


    Hmm??


    Thatstment sounded a bit strange.


    He couldn¡¯t be talking about her.


    She and Fu Sichen hardly saw each other once in six months; how could they have so many shared experiences watching good ys.


    "It seems, Captain Fu, your life is quite colorful."


    With a sly, almost dangerous smile, Fu Sichen volleyed back, "The feeling is mutual."


    [Listen to what you two are saying!]


    [Is there a sister who can trante? I don¡¯t understand; I know all these words, yet I¡¯m lost]


    [These two have too many secrets]


    [Mutual feelings, why does it feel like they¡¯ve been through something together]


    [No way, it¡¯s only the second episode of the show, what else have you two been up to? Production team, you¡¯d better release everything!!]


    ...


    The online audience watching the live before the show were utterly baffled, somewhat failing to grasp what the two were implying.


    But the back and forth between them could not be more obvious.


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 Chapter 81: After All, It’s Mine...

    <h4>Chapter 81: Chapter 81: After All, It¡¯s Mine...</h4>


    During their conversation, a toy gun st echoed from afar, quickly followed by a brainwashing tune that resounded through the entire woods¡ª


    "Congrattions, congrattions, congrattions to you."


    "Congrattions, congrattions, congrattions to you."


    "Survival stops here."


    "You can leave now."


    "Congrattions, congrattions, congrattions to you."


    ...


    As if to ensure everyone heard.


    Jiang Mian looked over, spotting someone who resembled Wei Zhouchen.


    Before Jiang Mian could react, two more bullets and gunshots followed.


    Wei Zhouchen¡¯s team was entirely wiped out, leaving only their captain, Wu Jun.


    Trained for such scenarios, the captain quickly identified his target post-ambush and shot Xie Shuanghao with a bullet.


    "Wow."


    admiration swirled in Jiang Mian¡¯s beautiful eyes, "So cool."


    "No wonder everyone loves Captain Wu, considering how impressively you guys battle."


    "Captain Fu, do you guys feel the same?"


    ...


    Jiang Mian just kept talking, yet the man beside her responded not at all.


    Hmm??


    She nced at the man beside her, noticing Fu Sichen¡¯s face had darkened, his thin lips pursed with a dangerous aura as he stared ahead.


    To put it urately, he looked a bit sour.


    "Fu Sichen?"


    "Hmm?"


    Jiang Mian eyed the man, feigning ignorance, then looked towards the battle and recalled her previous words, starting to understand.


    She sniffed, and yfully chuckled, "What¡¯s the matter, feeling a bit sour? I remember our lunch wasn¡¯t that nd; it didn¡¯t even have soy sauce, let alone any vinegar to eat."


    Fu Sichen slowly met Jiang Mian¡¯s gaze, his thin lips curling slightly, exuding a provocative meaning, "You know where there¡¯s vinegar best."


    ...


    Jiang Mian nced at the drone nearby then back at Fu Sichen.


    That bastard knew she couldn¡¯t react visibly, his words were barbed and intentional.


    Jiang Mian quickly regained her smile, "How could I, why would I hide vinegar from the production crew?"


    Not only were theizens confused by this statement, but even Director Xu was puzzled.


    He asked the staff, "Is Jiang Mian up to anything suspicious?"


    The staff shook their heads, "She has been around the campsite since yesterday, and we¡¯ve been watching her the entire time."


    Director Xu nodded but remained cautious.


    These two were like bugs in the system, if Jiang Mian could tantly take a tissue, hiding something wasn¡¯t out of the question.


    "Keep a closer watch and make sure to review the footage carefully in post," he instructed.


    "Understood, Director Xu."


    At that moment, a helicopter soared into the sky, the workers called out the names of the eliminated contestants, asking them to wait at restroom number three where someone would pick them up.


    "Thirty minutes remaining, good luck."


    Listening to the remaining participants, Jiang Mian noted that aside from her and Yu Xinting¡¯s team, only Xiang Mo and Wu Jun¡¯s instructor were left.


    "Now, with half the contestants eliminated that means 6000 shopping money has already been secured. Let¡¯s wait till there¡¯s one or two of us left and grab the 10,000 shopping money, then tonight we can book the bus all to ourselves."


    Fu Sichen chuckled at Jiang Mian, already nning ahead.


    "What¡¯s so funny!"


    "Laughing at your acknowledgment of my capabilities."


    A touch of pride appeared on Jiang Mian¡¯s fair, rosy face, "That¡¯s right, after all, he¡¯s my¡ª"


    "Man."


    She abruptly swallowed thest word.


    Mouth faster than mind.


    Luckily, she caught herself in time.

 Chapter 82: He Feels Good

    <h4>Chapter 82: Chapter 82: He Feels Good</h4>


    Fu Sichen understood Jiang Mian¡¯s soft breath and hooked the corner of his mouth with a smirk, his voice maic with a hint of tiredness, "What am I to you?"


    Netizens in the live stream room were going crazy over the interaction between Jiang Mian and Fu Sichen.


    Even those who had been eliminated were outsider¡¯s watching the situation inside.


    [I think Jiang Mian wanted to say you¡¯re my man, ahhhhhh!]


    [Sisters above, don¡¯t lose it, but I really can¡¯t stop smiling]


    [Is this a romance reality show?]


    [Mainly because Captain Fu¡¯s smile is also worth deliberating over, their gazes almost interlocking, yet they say there¡¯s no problem]


    ...


    "When did Captain Fu and Jiang Mian get on such good terms?"


    The eliminated ones, now with their electronic devices, were bored and decided to watch the live stream together.


    Wei Zhouchen seemed nonchnt: "They¡¯ve always been like this, haven¡¯t they? What¡¯s good about it, it feels like their vibes sh to me."


    Xie Shuanghao and Wu Jun looked at each other.


    The child had not grown up; he still didn¡¯t understand.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s mind raced: "You¡¯re my captain, so powerful, and you¡¯re handsome and charming too. I think you rank top1 on my list, unbeatable. Surely you can protect me, then help our team win the first ce."


    The ttery came rolling in, and Fu Sichen¡¯s lips slightly curved up, his mood appeared particrly uplifted.


    His tense face rxed quite a bit.


    [Sisters, he¡¯s pleased, he¡¯s really pleased]


    [+1!! What¡¯s happening, I¡¯m really shipping this hard]


    [Just two episodes in and I¡¯mpletely in love with Jiang Mian, she¡¯s really funny and original, most importantly she¡¯s really beautiful]


    [Super topic alert!! Chen Mian couple fandom, assemble]


    ...


    Jiang Mian truly did not expect the plot to develop like this afterwards, but that was a story for after she left the Primordial Forest.


    More gunshots of "bang bang" rang out from afar.


    "Another fight has started."


    Soon, the staff announced: "Xiang Mo out! Xiang Mo out!"


    It was intense.


    "Captain Fu!"


    "Jiang Mian!"


    Jiang Mian and Fu Sichen looked over toward the sound.


    It was Lin Chuan and Yu Xinting.


    They had not expected those two to havee to this ce as well.


    "The spot you guys chose to watch the battle from is really something."


    Lin Chuan didn¡¯t stand on ceremony, directly sitting beside Fu Sichen, while Yu Xinting sat next to Jiang Mian.


    Yu Xinting echoed a sentence: "Yeah, no wonder we bumped into everyone else along the way but not you two. Everyone was looking for you, and they ended up turning on each other without any trace of you."


    "What about you two?"


    Lin Chuan gestured casually: "Of course we¡¯re joining you. When we saw you just now, we threw away our toy guns to show our loyalty. Now only Captain Wang is left, and he¡¯s probably looking for us."


    "If he¡¯s out too, we¡¯ll just go for a nice meal with our 1w, and maybe even negotiate with the director."


    Those who¡¯ve spent time around Fu Sichen are somewhat scheming.


    Lin Chuan was no exception.


    Director Xu: It turns out I¡¯m the biggest fool here.


    Fu Sichen smiled, seemingly lost in thought.


    His eyes flickered and he suddenly pulled Jiang Mian behind a sand dune: "Be careful!"


    By the time Lin Chuan and Yu Xinting realized what was happening, it seemed Captain Wang had spotted them.


    They bothy down behind the sand dune as well.


    Fu Sichen took out the toy gun in his hand, ying with it for a moment: "Too bad, not enough range."


    Otherwise¡ª


    He could have eliminated them here.


    Captain Wang also noticed the four of them and, gripping his gun, walked in their direction.


    The three men present were all trained in realbat by the military; even now in a variety show, their faces turned serious and stern for a few seconds.


    "Direction..."


    "Estimate 50m to go."


    Fu Sichen muttered something under his breath, and Jiang Mian, not asking, turned to see the man¡¯s sharply defined profile, tinged with a hint of rugged charm.


    Jiang Mian stared at Fu Sichen, slightly mesmerized.


    Indeed, a man in earnest is handsome.


    [Hahahaha, Jiang Xiaomian, do you want to maintain some image?]


    [She swallowed her saliva, hahahaha, I¡¯m really dying ofughter]


    [It feels like watching your daughter date, but I support it since it¡¯s with Captain Fu]


    [All three men are so handsome, my standards for a partner have been swayed this way!]


    ...

 Chapter 83: Wife-Watching Maniac

    <h4>Chapter 83: Chapter 83: Wife-Watching Maniac</h4>


    "Three!"


    "Two!"


    "One!"


    Fu Sichen slightly rose and quickly leaned forward to fire two shots in the direction in front of him.


    The speed was so fast that people couldn¡¯t react at once.


    The next second, a familiar tune yed.


    "Congrattions, congrattions, congrattions to you!"


    ...


    Jiang Mian and Yu Xinting let out a sigh of relief as they both gradually stood up.


    Captain Wang shook his head with a smile and stepped forward to give Fu Sichen a high-five: "Captain Fu, your speed and uracy are still impressive."


    "Too kind, Captain Wang. You¡¯re not too shabby yourself."


    After exchanging pleasantries, Captain Wang left first.


    The helicopter appeared again and the staff announced: "Captain Wang out! Captain Wang out!"


    "Time¡¯s up, and the final 10k shopping money hasnded in the hands of Jiang Mian and Captain Fu. As for how to use it, that¡¯s for you to decide. Have a great day."


    Fu Sichen stood up and dusted off the sand on himself: "Let¡¯s go."


    The three of them looked bewildered. Was that it??


    What to do next?


    "Of course, we¡¯re going to negotiate with Director Xu about what to eat for these two meals, and with so much shopping money, we can also stay in a hotel."


    Director Xu: "..."


    I should¡¯ve known not to give them so much.


    [HAHAHAHA they really know how to calcte, they don¡¯t need to camp with that money]


    [Two meals and a hotel for one night should definitely be enough]


    [Director Xu is already on his way to the rescue HAHAHAHA]


    ...


    While everyone was still discussing the matter excitedly, the four of them had already emerged from the forest.


    They were surrounded by staff and the eight eliminated contestants watching the spectacle.


    Everyone¡¯s gaze turned to the door of the broadcasting room.


    It had just been closed a minute ago.


    Fu Sichen stepped forward and knocked on the door: "Director Xu, I¡¯m sure you know what we¡¯re nning. If you don¡¯t say anything, we¡¯ll take it as you agree."


    "Pffft HAHAHAHA."


    The people present couldn¡¯t help but burst outughing.


    Though he was using honorifics, there was a clear threat behind his words.


    With no response from the inside, Jiang Mian deliberately spoke up: "Alright then, the four of us will go have a meal, treating 12 people to a good meal shouldn¡¯t be an issue."


    Hearing themotion outside, Director Xu immediately got up and opened the door: "Wait a moment."


    Jiang Mian looked at Director Xu with a smile brimming in her eyes: "So Director Xu was here after all. We knocked and thought you weren¡¯t in. How about joining us?"


    "..."


    Director Xu¡¯s silence was deafening.


    Amending rules on the fly, finding loopholes, these two are the top yers in variety shows.


    Fu Sichen¡¯s voice was a bitzy, tinged with a doting smile: "After all, Director Xu is generous, and Jiang Mian and I shouldn¡¯t hog it all to ourselves."


    Fu Sichen said this while deliberately ncing at Jiang Mian, their eyes met for a split second before quickly moving away.


    [Captain Fu really dotes on his wife with those words]


    [What happened?!! She¡¯s his wife now?!!]


    [Sisterhood of the first floor CP fans HAHAHAHA]


    [He really can¡¯t take his eyes off Jiang Mian, it¡¯s crazy]


    [Director Xu¡¯s hair is turning gray at an exponential rate]


    Just as everyone was in the thick of the discussion, curious about how the production team would arrange things next, the live broadcast was abruptly cut off again.


    The screen disyed a single line¡ª


    [Today¡¯s live broadcast ends here; for more follow up in the full episode¡¯s edit.]


    The production team knows how to keep the audience¡¯s interest.


    After some discussion, the production team decided they could use the meal as a behind-the-scenes bonus, so they agreed to let them make their own arrangements.


    What was supposed to be three days and two nights of survival ended sofortably for them.


    Director Xu scratched his own hair.


    Yup, a whole handful.


    The production team would at least have to get a bottle of hair growth treatment from Jiang Mian and Fu Sichen after recording.


    Xiang Mo had ast-minute matter to attend to and took leave first.


    Jiang Mian sat in the car, turned on her phone, and was immediately bombarded with messages.


    The first and foremost was from Su Lixing.

 Chapter 84: Fanfiction

    <h4>Chapter 84: Chapter 84: Fanfiction</h4>


    Now that it had fallen on her, she was somewhat curious.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s slender fingers tapped on the link that Su Lixing had sent.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s delicate features furrowed instantly, and goosebumps sprang up all over her body.


    She immediately exited. Was this fan fiction??


    Isn¡¯t posting something like this grounds for being banned??


    The content was...


    Truly a bit too bold.


    The same sentence was still echoing in her head.


    How could she possibly say such a thing!!


    "Jiang Mian, what¡¯s wrong, your face suddenly turned so red."


    Beside her, Yu Xinting noticed something was off and nudged her with her elbow, which brought Jiang Mian back to her senses somewhat.


    She touched her face, "No... it¡¯s nothing, probably just feeling a bit stuffy."


    She looked down and started "fiercely scolding" Su Lixing through text.


    Jiang Mian: [Su Lixing, you¡¯ve gone crazy!!! I suggest you block me soon /smile.jpg./]


    Su Lixing didn¡¯t take the bait, even adding fuel to the fire.


    Su Lixing: [Someone must be furious with embarrassment, yeah, that must be it.]


    Jiang Mian: [Wait till I get out and don¡¯t let me run into you /knife.jpg./]


    "Oh my god!!"


    Yu Xinting suddenly eximed, drawing the attention of others in the car, and everyone¡¯s gaze shifted in her direction.


    "Someone exposed online that Captain Fu has a wife."


    !!!


    Jiang Mian tensed up, surely they hadn¡¯t exposed her that quickly.


    She opened the hot search on Weibo and looked at the terms listed.


    #FuSichenMarried#


    Wei Zhouchen was the first to see the content inside, "For sure, the staff member involved will be severely punished. What¡¯s going on, didn¡¯t we clearly sayst time that clip shouldn¡¯t be aired?"


    Huh??


    She hadn¡¯t been exposed??


    It was just about having a wife?


    Could it be that the conversation identally mentionedst time in the medical room by Lin Chuan was leaked.


    Jiang Mian clicked into it, and the top post with the highest heat was from a YXH¡¯s post.


    It was a screenshot of a chat conversation, showing texts between someone iming to be a staff member from "Join the Military, Neers" and a leaker YXH.


    The apanying words from the YXH were also intentionally eye-catching and aimed at generating buzz.


    [Leak: "Join the Military, Neers" Captain Fu Sichen has a wife, and she¡¯s a great beauty, not less than a female celebrity in the entertainment circle.]


    [Moreover, it¡¯s said they haven¡¯t seen each other for a year, Mrs. Fu must be suffering. But this reality show is really good, Captain Neer¡¯s rtionship is pretty solid.]


    In the entertainment circle, many things are internal news; even if people knew, unless the principal parties themselves confirmed it, everyone would pretend not to know and keep it to themselves. Anyone with a sense of propriety would know this.


    Moreover, for recordings involving the military like this show, Jiang Mian and the crew, both had signed non-disclosure agreements.


    Jiang Mian gazed downward, her delicate profile looking pale and clean, giving off a faint, cold light as she read thements below the hot search.


    This matter wasn¡¯t so simple.


    [What?!! Captain Fu has a wife!!]


    [Is it true? I can fabricate something like this out of thin air too.]


    [I just got into shipping the Chen Mian couple, and they¡¯re over this quickly??]


    [If he has a wife and still behaves like this with Jiang Mian, it¡¯s simply too low to stir up a couple¡¯s rumor.]


    [Yeah, and they haven¡¯t seen each other for a year but still flirt like this with Jiang Mian, that¡¯s truly scummy. I feel bad for the beauty.]


    ......


    Thements below were really starting to argue. On one side, Jiang Mian¡¯s newly acquired small group of fans argued with reason, hoping the scandal would clear her name.


    On the other side were passersby who believed rumors without evidence and directly startedmbasting Fu Sichen as a scumbag, and incidentally, theymbasted Jiang Mian as well.


    The rest were the more rational people watching for fun.

 Chapter 85: Trouble Strikes

    <h4>Chapter 85: Chapter 85: Trouble Strikes</h4>


    Yu Xinting carefully looked at Jiang Mian, "Jiang Mian, are you okay?"


    "I¡¯m fine, someone will handle it."


    Luo Ting: [Someone has already been sent to investigate.]


    Jiang Mian: [Focus on public rtions first, I trust someone will be even more anxious to find the person than we are.]


    Director Xu was no doubt the most anxious one when it came to an incident involving his staff.


    Having a traitor in the team is something everyone dreads; such a person is bound to cause trouble if kept around.


    No sooner had Jiang Mian replied to Luo Ting¡¯s message than her brother suddenly sent one.


    Lin Chen: [Every time there¡¯s trouble, it falls on me to "zip it up".]


    Jiang Mian¡¯s phone screen was barely visible, and just as she was about to say something, Lin Chen sent another message.


    Lin Chen: [Just took a couple of screenshots for you to decide how to deal with them {photo}{photo}]


    The screenshots showed that the employee who leaked the information, as well as this yxh was maintained by He Qianyi¡¯s team.


    A hint of a cold smile yed on Jiang Mian¡¯s red lips.


    Still not giving up.


    She thought that the incident at the police stationst time would keep her quiet for a while, but she was back jumping around before even fully recovering from her injuries.


    This time it wasn¡¯t going to be as simple as an appetizer.


    Jiang Mian forwarded the chat content to Luo Ting, asking her to start preparing.


    As for the screenshot of the employee, she sent it without any politeness to Director Xu.


    Jiang Mian: [No need to thank me {photo}]


    Director Xu was originally as anxious as an ant on a hot pan, clueless where to begin screening from among so many staff, including post-production editors.


    His eyes lit up upon seeing Jiang Mian¡¯s message.


    Director Xu: [Don¡¯t worry, you¡¯ll be satisfied with the oue.]


    Director Xu wasn¡¯t surprised by Jiang Mian¡¯s swift response; after all, he had heard of her dealings in the entertainment circle.


    Whether or not the rumors about her powerful background were true, it couldn¡¯t be denied that she had exceptional resources.


    The stuff her subordinates could dig up was certainly no joke.


    Plus, right now they were all in the same boat.


    Before Director Xu could react further, the trending search terms on the inte were wiped clean.


    [???]


    [Damn! What happened?]


    [This is the second time I¡¯ve seen trending search vanish,st time it was because of Jiang Mian.]


    [It¡¯s like the terms have disappeared.]


    [Probably Captain Fu this time, I mean, he is the military region regimentmander after all, it¡¯s impossible to let his private life gleam on the trending searches like this.]


    ...


    Before long, the official social media ount of the show and Fu Sichen posted simultaneously.


    Fu Sichen v: [Whates around goes around {photo}]


    The photo showed awyer¡¯s letter; Fu Sichen had sued the marketing ount to court.


    "Join the Army, New Recruits" official Weibo v: [After our investigation and evidence collection, we confirmed that a staff member leaked some private information of instructors to yxh for money, for which we deeply apologize.]


    [The police have been notified, and the former staff member will assume certain legal responsibilities. Going forward, we will manage our affairs more strictly. Thank you, everyone!]


    [So cool! So this counts as a rification, right?]


    [Good thing the heat has cooled down, otherwise it wouldn¡¯t be good for Captain Fu to be a public figure with such an identity.]


    [Yeah, I still want to watch the show, the live streamstely have been toopelling.]


    [I can keep shipping my CP, sob sob.]


    [Captain Fu protecting the best CP fans hahaha.]


    A group of people in the car watched the whole development of the situation.


    "Typical Captain Fu, always quick to act."


    The inte is quick to react, and situations in the entertainment circle can change by the minute.


    Before they even reached their dining destination, the entire issue had been resolved, the speed of public rtions was far more formidable than their own team¡¯s.


    Wu Jun saw through it the most, "I reckon Captain Fu¡¯s issue being blown up would look bad, so the officials stepped in."


    "Indeed, military marriages are legally protected, this yxh must be desperate for attention, and so is that staff member."

 Chapter 86: Truth or Dare

    <h4>Chapter 86: Chapter 86: Truth or Dare</h4>


    Because of that little interlude, everyone hadn¡¯t rested well on the bus, and when they arrived at the hotel, a server had already taken them to the reserved private room.


    The group took their seats and immediately copsed.


    They hadn¡¯t felt so tired before, but sitting on the coach for over an hour hadpletely done them in.


    Wei Zhouchen looked around and then turned to the staff standing at the side, "Is it just us few? Where are the other instructors?"


    There were at most two seats left empty; six instructors were missing.


    Staff: "The other four instructors were only here for the flight segment, and since the survival station has ended, they have left. Captain Fu and Squad Leader Lin Chuan will be here soon."


    As soon as the staff finished speaking, a voice from outside chimed in, "Two guests, pleasee inside."


    Fu Sichen and Lin Chuan had leftter but luckily they made it in time.


    Lin Chuan immediately went forward to sit down, leaving the seat between him and Wei Zhouchen, which was next to Jiang Mian, empty.


    With an impassive expression, Fu Sichen bent slightly and went straight over.


    A server knocked on the door, "May we start serving the dishes?"


    "Start serving!"


    "Yes, we¡¯re ready!"


    These guys were usually pampered, and just spending a night in the forestbined with the physical exertion from the morning had left them famished by the time lunch finally came.


    Once the food was served, they paid no mind to keeping up appearances and just dove into eating.


    Jiang Mian had felt quite hungry at noon but now she didn¡¯t have much appetite.


    "Not hungry?"


    Fu Sichen¡¯s gaze fell on Jiang Mian¡¯s almost untouched chopsticks.


    "Yeah, I overdid it with the hunger."


    Fu Sichen looked at the dishes on the dining table and then shifted his gaze to a dish of cabbage, tofu, and fried egg soup in front of him.


    He took Jiang Mian¡¯s bowl from her te anddled some soup for her, "Have some, it¡¯ll help settle your stomach."


    Jiang Mian paused for a moment, then said, "Thank you, Captain Fu."


    Fu Sichen¡¯s deep ck eyes lowered slightly. How did the trending searches start dividing us into camps?


    The staff in charge of shooting and controlling the flow of the show were also a bit surprised by this scene.


    It was just on the trending searches, and now there was no avoidance at all.


    But the question remained, to edit this footage or not? Director Xu was getting a headache.


    After the meal, everyone felt somewhat full.


    The production team started the cue process and asked everyone to think of some fun games as a way to digest.


    Wei Zhouchen was the first to speak up, "Let¡¯s go with the simplest, truth or dare. This way, we can learn more about each other."


    The others had no objections, and Director Xu was delighted to see this scene on the screen.


    The audience would definitely love this.


    Director Xu then shifted his gaze back to Jiang Mian and Fu Sichen.


    These two...


    Hoping for interaction, but now also hoping they wouldn¡¯t cause any trouble.


    Such a headache.


    Incessant leakages!!!


    Director Xu had internally cursed yxh and that former staff member at least 100 times.


    "We¡¯ll draw cards, seven people, one Hello Kitty card, and the rest numbered 1-6. The one who draws the Hello Kitty card can designate a number at random, and that person chooses truth or dare."


    "For truth, just ask a question directly. If it¡¯s a dare, the one with the Hello Kitty card can designate another number. They canplete the dare together, or that one person can do it alone."


    "One round of truth or dare must alternate; we can¡¯t always pick the same option."


    Since they were filming, they didn¡¯t use ying cards but chose a moremon Hello Kitty paper deck instead.


    To ensure the program would pass censorship for broadcast.

 Chapter 87: How Many Relationships Have You Been In Until Now

    <h4>Chapter 87: Chapter 87: How Many Rtionships Have You Been In Until Now</h4>


    The game officially began.


    After the staff shuffled the cards, everyone drew one.


    Everyone looked at their cards with different expressions, trying to guess each other¡¯s cards by observing their faces.


    "Stop looking around and let¡¯s speak up, who got the cute cat?"


    Wei Zhouchen was often able to liven up such a scene.


    The camera panned around the circle of people, but no one came forward.


    "How can it be possible that someone got no..."


    "It¡¯s me."


    A deep and cool voice sounded.


    Everyone¡¯s gaze turned towards the source of the voice, and Fu Sichen casually flipped the card in his hand, revealing a pink Hello Kitty in front of everyone.


    This image...


    Well, it¡¯s ¡¯macho pink¡¯.


    "So I get to designate someone?"


    Seeing that it was Captain Fu, everyone was a bit nervous, feeling that he wouldn¡¯t show mercy.


    "Designate a number, Captain Fu. Choose any from 1 to 6."


    Aside from Fu Sichen, everyone else¡¯s heart was lifted.


    "Not me not me not me..."


    "Please, not me..."


    Fu Sichen hooked his lips into a smile and without hesitation said, "Number 6."


    Everyone looked around at each other, and only Jiang Mian¡¯s face stiffened slightly.


    What a coincidence?!!


    "Ah, if no onees out to im, how can we...?"


    "I¡¯m number 6."


    Fu Sichen¡¯s gaze fell on the woman beside him, who flipped her card over unhurriedly.


    There was a card with a "6" written on it.


    "Oh wow!"


    Wei Zhouchen couldn¡¯t hold back and blurted out.


    Everyone exchanged nces, including the staff and the photographers.


    It¡¯s really hard to say about metaphysics.


    Fu Sichen¡¯s brows lifted slightly, his eyes smiling as he looked at Jiang Mian¡¯s beautiful eyes: "Truth or dare?"


    "Truth."


    Choosing dare right off the bat was too risky for the first round.


    Especially since this cute cat was actually a ck cat in wolf¡¯s skin.


    "Oh~"


    Fu Sichen elongated the tone, as if pondering.


    Jiang Mian, seeing Fu Sichen¡¯s expression, knew this man was harboring some wicked idea, and it was definitely not going to be pleasant.


    "Since it¡¯s truth, let¡¯s go big."


    "Gulp."


    Jiang Mian felt her heart skip a beat.


    When Fu Sichen got ruthless, he might as well not recognize his own wife.


    The next second, the man spoke with a quasi-smiling voice: "Jiang Mian, how many rtionships have you been in up to now?"


    ?!!!


    Not just Jiang Mian was surprised.


    The faces of everyone present changed, the sight could not have been more precious.


    As well as Director Xu and other staff members in the control room.


    Director Xu: Captain Fu, I¡¯m begging you, hold back a bit, don¡¯t you have a wife? Wuwu,


    Staff: I¡¯m so hical, Captain Fu clearly has a wife, but these two really...


    All eyes were fixed on Jiang Mian¡¯s face.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s eyes flickered slightly. Been in a rtionship?


    It seemed not.


    After all, her marriage with Fu Sichen was a contract, where did lovee into the picture?


    Her lips lightly pursed, her voice slowly carrying a touch of softness: "None."


    !!!!!


    Everyone was startled again.


    "How could that be!"


    Wei Zhouchen was the first to question this answer, and after thinking about it, he said apologetically, "Sister Jiang Mian, I didn¡¯t mean that, you¡¯re so beautiful, there must be a lot of guys who like you."


    Jiang Mian understood what Wei Zhouchen meant, but indeed, she had had no shortage of men chasing her since she was young.


    Many of them were sons of wealthy families, yet she hadn¡¯t taken a fancy to a single one.


    That was also the reason her parents were extremely worried about her marital prospects, fearing she wouldn¡¯t be interested in men, so they urged her to go on matchmaking dates to find a suitable family to settle down early.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s lips curled up slightly, her eyes and brows carrying a hint of allure: "But I don¡¯t like them."


    That light remark felt like a heavy blow to everyone.


    Indeed ¡ª


    It made sense.


    However, the expression on Fu Sichen¡¯s face sitting nearby darkened a little.

 Chapter 88: Truth or Dare 2

    <h4>Chapter 88: Chapter 88: Truth or Dare 2</h4>


    The game quickly moved on to the next round, this time Wei Zhouchen got a Hello Kitty and the expression on his face was smug to the max.


    He picked number 3 and, unfortunately, it was Teacher Wu Jun. Teacher Wu Jun chose "Dare."


    Wei Zhouchen then had number 3 and number 6 stare at each other for thirty seconds withoutughing.


    The result was Wu Jun and Xie Shuanghao standing face to face, gazing at each other for thirty seconds, calm and uneventful.


    Both of them were expressionless, making those thirty seconds seem especially long.


    Until a staff member called out, "30 seconds are up."


    "You two are really no fun."


    Wu Jun smiled, "If we were fun, there would really be trouble."


    "Ha-ha-ha-ha-ha."


    Amidst everyone¡¯sughter, the game reached the third round.


    "Who¡¯s it this time?"


    Fu Sichen calmly ced down his water cup, and curtly said, "Sorry, it¡¯s me again."


    Hearts that had just settled were anxious again, having already witnessed Fu Sichen¡¯s "big question."


    It was like putting someone on the grill, a difficult situation to maneuver.


    "This time, let¡¯s pick number 1."


    "Wow, Captain Fu takes his shot, quick and ruthless, no thinking needed. Who¡¯s the lucky one this time?"


    Jiang Mian flipped over her card, "What lucky one? This is a jinx."


    Everyone¡¯s expressions became even more interesting. Captain Fu, two good calls in a row, a coincidence maybe, it¡¯s normal to be a bit lucky.


    But both times, the numbers called were on the cards in Jiang Mian¡¯s hands.


    Before anyone could ponder further, Jiang Mian had already voiced what everyone wanted to ask, "Did you peek at my cards?"


    "The production team can vouch for how many cameras are shooting, whether I looked or not."


    Fu Sichen chuckled lightly, his voice leisurely, "This means we have a special connection."


    "..."


    Metaphysics now from Fu Sichen.


    Jiang Mian had no choice this time but to choose "Dare". "So Captain Fu, what sort of dare do you have in mind?"


    Fu Sichen nced at the dishes on the table, "Pick your favorite three dishes and take a few bites."


    Hmm??


    That simple.


    Captain Fu indeed follows his heart.


    Jiang Mian looked at Fu Sichen, "You sure? Once I¡¯ve eaten, there¡¯s no turning back."


    "Mm, go ahead, try a few bites from each of the three dishes."


    And so, Jiang Mian, watched by everyone, picked three dishes and took a few bites.


    "Alright, this is thest round, after eating let¡¯s all rest early today."


    As the staff distributed the cards, when it was Jiang Mian¡¯s turn, she chose not to draw, "Just keep it with the PD, I won¡¯t look. When the number is called and no one ims it, it¡¯s mine."


    Done with a devil-may-care attitude.


    Fu Sichen looked at his card, his lips slightly curved, this time he didn¡¯t wait for anyone to ask, just directly revealed, "Fine, you don¡¯t need to look anymore, it¡¯s me again."


    ??!!!


    Some people had not even flipped their own cards.


    How absurd??


    It was Fu Sichen again.


    "Captain Fu, you must be cheating, did the work crew collude with you?"


    Just four rounds, three were Fu Sichen.


    What luck!!


    Fu Sichen wore a look of ignorance, "Can only say I¡¯m fairly lucky."


    Jiang Mian couldn¡¯t help but tease, "Maybe you have a connection with those cute cats, quite fitting for a tough guy like you."


    Everyone couldn¡¯t help butugh aloud.


    There were quite a few here who were close with Captain Fu, but the only one who dared to openly tease Fu Sichen was Jiang Mian.


    "Let¡¯s pick number 5 this time."


    Everyone nced at their own numbers and gradually breathed a sigh of relief.


    Thank goodness, not "5".


    "Hey, who¡¯s ¡¯5¡¯? Come on, im it."


    But those present all shook their heads, everyone showed their cards.


    Indeed, no "5."


    That leaves only¡ª

 Chapter 89: Do You Have Someone You Like Now?

    <h4>Chapter 89: Chapter 89: Do You Have Someone You Like Now?</h4>


    The staff member awkwardly showed the number they held: "Teacher Jiang, you¡¯re a ¡¯5¡¯."


    "..."


    I¡¯m having some bad luck today, what poor cards.


    Four rounds, won three, and all were reported by Fu Sichen. The odds of winning a lottery are higher than this today.


    "Jiang Mian, you really could go buy a lottery ticket today, I think."


    "No kidding, Sister Jiang Mian. You and Captain Fu really have some mysticism going on."


    "If I didn¡¯t know better, I¡¯d think we were scripting this. The variety show effect is incredible."


    Lin Chuan took a sip of tea and timely added a remark, "The way you¡¯re ying makes us feelpletely left out."


    Fu Sichen nced at Lin Chuan: "Maybe after dinner, resting for an hour could give you some sense of involvement."


    Lin Chuan immediately pleaded, "No, no, Captain Fu, I was just joking."


    While everyone teased, Yu Xinting¡¯s hands trembled slightly.


    Her gaze fell on the now helplessly smiling Jiang Mian and the gently smiling Fu Sichen.


    wasn¡¯t that...


    "Alright, alright, it¡¯s the final truth or dare."


    "Do you have someone you like now?"


    Damn!!


    What the heck!!


    Those present scattered about like monkeys in a melon field.


    I don¡¯t want to ship, but I can¡¯t help it.


    "Sister Jiang Mian¡¯s truth or dare gets more explosive each time."


    Jiang Mian didn¡¯t show much fluctuation in her expression, just a bit surprised that Fu Sichen would be curious about this question.


    Could it be because of him?


    She paused for two seconds, calmly smiled and said, "Can¡¯t say like, just getting acquainted?"


    Frankly speaking, she herself couldn¡¯t quite rify her feelings for Fu Sichen, so this answer was just right.


    "What do you mean by getting acquainted? Sister Jiang Mian, you haven¡¯t gone on blind dates, have you?"


    Jiang Mianughed, "Hmm, that¡¯s the second question."


    Everyone sensed the boundary and didn¡¯t ask further.


    The staff handed out a room card to each person: "Everyone gets a room; get some early rest tonight."


    Indeed, everyone was a bit tired, and they all went straight to wash up.


    After washing up, Jiang Mian put on a silk spaghetti strap nightdress, wrapped a small nket around her, andy on the small balcony in her room.


    On the table beside her, there was a small cup of red wine, which she had shamelessly asked the front desk for earlier.


    Though the taste was a bit off, it was overall eptable.


    Jiang Mianzily stretched, the breeze was especiallyforting.


    This was much more pleasant.


    Baby Yu: [Are you in your room, can Ie over and talk?]


    Jiang Mian nced at her phone and replied, [Sure.]


    Soon there was a knock at the door, Jiang Mian shuffled in her slippers to open it.


    Yu Xinting also appeared to have just washed up, her head even donned a bunny hairband.


    But she was indeed startled by the Jiang Mian she saw.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s face looked no different from usual, especially under the evening light, extremely pale and clear, her beauty was captivating.


    "What? Shocked by how beautiful your idol is?"


    Yu Xinting pushed Jiang Mian into the room: "You could talk less."


    Jiang Mian went back to the balcony andy down again. Yu Xintingy on the neighboring lounge chair, nced at the red wine on the small table, and said, "You¡¯re quite enjoying yourself."


    "Want some?"


    Yu Xinting shook her head, "No thanks."


    "..."


    Then, both of them fell into silence.


    Jiang Mian sipped her red wine, looking at Yu Xinting, whose expression was twisted: "Weren¡¯t you looking to chat with me? What¡¯s with that face, can¡¯t start talking?"

 Chapter 90: Do You Like Captain Fu?

    <h4>Chapter 90: Chapter 90: Do You Like Captain Fu?</h4>


    She set down her winess and sat up slightly, "Are those people from your formerpany bullying you again?"


    "Or did something else happen? Whatever it is, tell me, and I¡¯ll definitely help you if I can."


    Jiang Mian saw the difficulty Yu Xinting had in speaking and grew tense herself.


    Yu Xinting shook her head: "No, no, they can¡¯t affect me anymore. Moreover, Brother Yu is handling it so I don¡¯t need to worry. What I want to discuss with you is a different matter."


    Hmm??


    Jiang Mian looked at Yu Xinting intently, her hands nervously entwined as she mustered her emotions.


    Then¡ª


    Yu Xinting gathered her courage, raised her eyes, and looked at Jiang Mian seriously, "Even though I¡¯m your fan and I really like you, there are some things I still want to warn you about. Let¡¯s talk about Captain Fu."


    Huh?!


    Captain Fu?


    Fu Sichen?!


    Hearing this name, Jiang Mian became interested. Yu Xinting wanted to talk to her about Fu Sichen, and it was a warning.


    Jiang Mian looked at Yu Xinting, her thin lips curling into azy smile, "Alright, go ahead."


    Yu Xinting¡¯s expression turned unnatural, and she was more nervous, "Do you like Captain Fu?"


    The question caught Jiang Mian off guard.


    If she had been asked the same question a year earlier, she would have said she didn¡¯t like him without hesitation.


    But she was well aware that her feelings for a certain man had changed during this period.


    Just like what she said during the game of truth.


    Jiang Mian thought seriously for two seconds, and said formally, "It¡¯s hard to talk about feelings, but I¡¯m interested in hearing what you have to say."


    Yu Xinting paused for a couple of seconds, her confidence faltering, and stammered, "But... but everyone can see that Captain Fu¡¯s feelings for you are different, he must like you to some extent or have a good impression."


    Hmm?


    Jiang Mianughed at this and sat up from her lounge chair, "And then?"


    Yu Xinting was reluctant as she spoke, "Look, Captain Fu has a wife, and the two of you being like this¡ªif it gets out, the fallout would be terrible. Then people would badmouth you."


    Jiang Mian finally understood. Yu Xinting thought her rtionship with Captain Fu was more than ordinary, and with Captain Fu possibly liking her, she might also have different feelings for him.


    But Captain Fu was already married, which was a known fact to both of them.


    If their feelings developed further, it might be uncontroble.


    At that point, she could end up being perceived as the other woman in their eyes.


    Jiang Mian thought back and realized that indeed, her behavior with Fu Sichen might have been too brazen.


    She found Yu Xinting, now with a reddened face, rather cute, and teased, "So, you¡¯re worried I¡¯m going to turn into the other woman without realizing it, and then get caught in a situation I can¡¯t escape from?"


    "Yes!" Seeing that Jiang Mian understood her point, Yu Xinting instantly felt more confident: "You saw the trending searches on the bus at noon, and yourplexion even looked off."


    "You didn¡¯t see the ugly things people were saying online, did you? I really don¡¯t hope I¡¯ve been a fan of an idol with skewed morals."


    "Pfft¡ª"


    Jiang Mianughed even harder now, herugher open and hearty.


    Seeing Jiang Mian still able tough, Yu Xinting chided, "What are youughing at! This is a serious matter!"


    "What, in your opinion, do you think about you and Captain Fu?"


    Can I even talk about that?


    Yu Xinting was stunned for two seconds, opened her mouth, but didn¡¯t say a word.


    "Where¡¯s that courage gone? You said all those things earlier, what¡¯s there to fear now? Speak your mind."

 Chapter 91: It’s Your Scumbag Husband Below

    <h4>Chapter 91: Chapter 91: It¡¯s Your Scumbag Husband Below</h4>


    Yu Xinting thought for a moment and then organized hernguage, "Things between you two are quite ambiguous. During today¡¯s game, others didn¡¯t catch on, but I did. Didn¡¯t Captain Fu¡¯s score for the third round add up exactly to 615?"


    "0615 is your birthday, and I¡¯m a huge fan. I¡¯m particrly sensitive to that number."


    Jiang Mian was stunned for a couple of seconds, she indeed hadn¡¯t thought in that direction at the time.


    Too busy wondering how Fu Sichen¡¯s luck was so good and why she was so unlucky.


    She hadn¡¯t paid any attention to the numbers he mentioned at all.


    Seeing her expression, Yu Xinting seemed to guess something as well, "Didn¡¯t you realize it at that time either?"


    "Yeah, I was just focused on the game, didn¡¯t think about it that way."


    She hadn¡¯t expected Fu Sichen to y like that.


    "And during the dare part too, he made it seem so simple just to have you eat more. You didn¡¯t eat much in the evening, we all saw it, Captain Fu really is obviously different with you."


    If this episode is edited well and aired, others might not know, but as Yu Xinting said, her fans might find out, and once they dig¡ª


    This sweetness is truly fed directly to the CP (couple pairing) fans¡¯ mouths.


    The main lead personally feeding the grain.


    Fu Sichen really has be bolder, wasn¡¯t he supposed to keep a low profile?


    Seems like he wants the whole world to know.


    "So even if you feel okay towards Captain Fu, he definitely likes you¡ªwhat a yboy!"


    As Yu Xinting spoke, she suddenly became angry, "Squad Leader Lin said his wife is very beautiful, right? It¡¯s been over a year without seeing each other, and now he¡¯s flirting with you here, you must not take the bait."


    "Although Captain Fu really is charming, this kind of man, well, if this is how he treats his own wife, if you end up with him, he¡¯ll definitely treat you the same when he meets other women."


    "Today he was asking you all those questions, I really think it¡¯s too much."


    Jiang Mian was alreadyughing so hard that she was nearly soundless.


    If Fu Sichen heard Yu Xinting¡¯s impassioned speech, he would truly feel wronged to death.


    "That¡¯s not right, why are youughing? I¡¯m telling you, it¡¯s a very serious matter; you really have to be careful. Plus, sometimes the looks between you two are too suggestive¡ªlike lotus roots, you know, when they¡¯re broken yet the threads still connect."


    "Tsk, tsk, tsk, don¡¯t be too obvious."


    "Hahaha, Yu Xinting, you are too funny, hahaha."


    "Everyone says such things about your husband, and you, Mrs. Fu, instead of defending him, take such delight in his misfortune, don¡¯t you feel sorry for your husband at all?"


    Suddenly, azy, deep voice startled Jiang Mian and Yu Xinting.


    Who?!!


    A figure suddenly stood up on the adjacent balcony, "Who else could it be, if not your deplorable and yboy husband?"


    Yu Xinting nced at Fu Sichen then at Jiang Mian.


    What the heck?!!


    What¡¯s happening now?!!


    I don¡¯t understand!!


    Everything¡¯s in chaos!!


    I¡¯m going crazy!


    Jiang Mian¡¯s smile suddenly stiffened as she looked at the man on the side of the balcony, a thousand curses racing through her mind!


    The entire floor of the hotel had been booked for their crew.


    When Jiang Mian was assigned a room, it was a suite with a double balcony, but the crew had told her no one would be staying next door, so she could rx.


    Only then did she brazenly lie there, drinking, admiring the moon, and enjoying the breeze.


    What in the world was Fu Sichen doing now?!!


    A minuteter, the three of them sat on the small sofa inside, looking at each other, confused.


    Most importantly, Yu Xinting still hadn¡¯t snapped back to reality.


    "Why are you next door to me, didn¡¯t the crew say it was empty?"


    It must have been Fu Sichen¡¯s doing. Normally, wouldn¡¯t he sleep on the same side as Lin Chuan and the others? He came over here to join in on the fun.


    Sneaky intentions.


    Fu Sichen confidently exined, "I¡¯m getting older, those guys are too rowdy and full of energy. I told the crew it was too noisy. Since the room next to you was empty and wouldn¡¯t be a bother, the crew arranged for me to stay here."


    "..."


    To this excuse, Jiang Mian had no retort at all.

 Chapter 92: Just Kiss for a Bit

    <h4>Chapter 92: Chapter 92: Just Kiss for a Bit</h4>


    Jiang Mian nced at Yu Xinting, who was still a bit shaken up, and gently patted her on the back, then turned to Fu Sichen, "This mess you¡¯ve caused, you better exin yourself."


    Fu Sichen apologized somewhat, "Sorry for startling Miss Yu, but I really had to step in just now."


    "..."


    Jiang Mian curled her lips, I don¡¯t buy your story.


    Yu Xinting looked at Jiang Mian and Fu Sichen, who were still bantering, and slowly said, "So¡ª"


    "Is Jiang Mian the wife of Captain Fu that Lin Chuan mentioned before?!"


    She had quickly reviewed everything that had happened, and now she was starting to understand a bit.


    Fu Sichen nodded, "Yes, the legally married kind."


    You don¡¯t have to emphasize it so much as if afraid others won¡¯t know.


    Jiang Mian red at Fu Sichen, don¡¯t go on provoking her.


    Yu Xinting still had a hundred thousand whys in her mind, mainly because someone like Jiang Mian, a public figure, would surely have media coverage if she registered for marriage, yet there was absolutely no sign of it.


    No, wait!


    It¡¯s been over a year since they met...


    "May I ask when exactly did you two register your marriage?"


    Jiang Mian knew what Yu Xinting was thinking and exined, "You¡¯re not to me for not knowing. We registered before I debuted, then right after I started getting busy, and so did he, we actually haven¡¯t seen each other for a year."


    "As for now¡ª"


    Jiang Mian turned her gaze to the man next to her: "Seeing each other has indeed been frequent, almost getting tired of it."


    Yu Xinting: "..."


    Didn¡¯t expect this dog food to hit so suddenly.


    Yu Xinting still felt a bit overwhelmed, having scolded Captain Fu for so long, and now in front of the very person and his wife.


    Better find a ce to bury myself early.


    Jiang Mian consoled, "Don¡¯t worry, it¡¯s okay, Fu Sichen wouldn¡¯t dare do anything to you, and if he does, I¡¯ll definitely let him have it."


    Fu Sichen: ? ? ?


    My wife can be quite ruthless.


    Yu Xinting nodded, but her greatest wish at that moment was to leave this ce as soon as possible.


    Fu Sichen¡¯s voice was deep and maic, indifferent, "However, there¡¯s one thing we¡¯ll need to trouble Miss Yu with."


    Yu Xinting, even more afraid now, said, "Captain Fu, just tell me, I¡¯ll definitely help if I can."


    "The matter about me and Jiang Mian still needs to stay secret for now, as it¡¯s not yet the right time."


    "Don¡¯t worry, I definitely will, especially since I am her biggest fan."


    Yu Xinting suddenly thought of something from a different angle, "So am I the first to know?"


    Jiang Mian thought for a moment, "Aside from my family and best friend, you¡¯re the first to know, even Sister Ting has only just found out."


    !!!


    Yu Xinting suddenly felt less nervous and more delighted, "That¡¯s really an honor."


    She stood up, "I won¡¯t disturb you any longer, I¡¯ll be off. Just a friendly reminder - watch out for fire, theft, and Director Xu."


    With that, Yu Xinting dashed out, tightly closing the door behind her.


    The room was left with only Jiang Mian and Fu Sichen.


    Jiang Mian was about to stand up to bring in the red wine from outside when her fair wrist was grasped.


    !!!


    The next second, Jiang Mian found herself sinking into the sofa, her beautiful eyes wide as she stared up at the looming danger above.


    "Fu Sichen! There are all staff members around, you better not mess..."


    "Mm..."


    Before Jiang Mian could finish, the cool, thin lips had already pressed against hers.


    His voice was somewhat muffled, "Just a little kiss."

 Chapter 93: More than liking, I love you

    <h4>Chapter 93: Chapter 93: More than liking, I love you</h4>


    "Fu Sichen, I can barely breathe..."


    The two didn¡¯t know how long they had been kissing, Jiang Mian¡¯s little face blushed faintly as she murmured in a soft and mushy tone.


    Only then did Fu Sichen release the woman in his arms.


    He looked down at her, at her slightly disheveled hair and slightly panting breath, and chuckled deeply, "It seems your training is stillcking. After this is over, I¡¯ll apany you to practice properly."


    "This little lung capacity won¡¯t do, it¡¯s not good for a couple¡¯s life."


    ???


    There was really no need for that.


    Was that even human speech?


    Jiang Mian pushed Fu Sichen away and sat up herself, tidying her tousled hair, "Alright, Captain Fu, you can leave now. If someone else sees us, it¡¯ll be big news again."


    Fu Sichen stared at Jiang Mian, his deep ck eyes softened,pelling one to take a second nce.


    "What are you doing!"


    Jiang Mian felt goosebumps all over her body, as this man¡¯s gaze made her a bit scared.


    "Just looking a little longer."


    ???


    "Fu Sichen! Don¡¯t push your luck."


    One moment kissing, another moment staring.


    What¡¯s next, are you going to think about ¡¯grass¡¯?


    What¡¯s with this mantely?!!!


    Jiang Mian¡¯s mind raced to something, her lips curled slightly, deliberately teasing, "Fu Sichen, you couldn¡¯t possibly have fallen for me, could you?"


    "Yeah."


    ???!!!


    Jiang Mian had intended to tease and provoke Fu Sichen, but she didn¡¯t expect him to respond so directly without hesitation.


    Fu Sichen looked at Jiang Mian¡¯s slightly stunned expression, a deepugh bubbling from his throat, "Mrs. Fu heard it right. I love you more than like you."


    !!!!


    What nonsense is this man talking aboutte at night.


    Jiang Mian opened her red lips, her mind went nk, unable to utter a word.


    "Do you need me to say it again?"


    "I love..."


    "No need!"


    Immediately, Jiang Mian reached out to cover Fu Sichen¡¯s mouth, "Stop talking!"


    I heard it!


    Both ears heard it.


    After seeing that Fu Sichen had closed his mouth, Jiang Mian slowly lifted her hand away.


    She pushed Fu Sichen up and towards the door, "Go ahead, I won¡¯t see you out."


    With a slight smile on his lips, Fu Sichen let Jiang Mian push him out, then he heard the sound of the closing door.


    He stared at the closed door and chuckled deeply, his eyes filled with adoration.


    His ears turn red when he gets shy.


    "Captain Fu?"


    Just as Fu Sichen was about to turn back to his room, a familiar voice came from behind.


    His expression changed as he looked up, "Director Xu."


    Director Xu had been standing to the side for quite a while.


    If he wasn¡¯t mistaken...


    That was Jiang Mian¡¯s room!!


    They couldn¡¯t really be having an affair, could they?


    He just wanted a hot topic, something interesting, not actual scandal!!!


    If this was real, he would bear legal responsibility.


    He didn¡¯t want to be the cause of disaster at such a young age.


    Director Xu pointed tentatively at Jiang Mian¡¯s door and then at Fu Sichen, "You... you two?"


    "This is Jiang Mian¡¯s room, howe..."


    Fu Sichen spoke very calmly, without any fluctuations, "Just now, something happened in Teacher Jiang¡¯s room, and she asked me toe over to check. Plus, Yu Xinting was also here just now, you can rest assured, Director Xu."


    On hearing this, Director Xu finally let out a sigh of relief, "That¡¯s good, that¡¯s good."


    "It¡¯s gettingte, you shouldn¡¯t be wandering around outside either, go back and rest."


    "Uh, okay."


    Director Xu watched Fu Sichen¡¯s back as he entered his room.


    He nced at Jiang Mian¡¯s door and then at Fu Sichen¡¯s door.


    Huh???


    When did these two start living next door to each other, and why wasn¡¯t I informed???

 Chapter 94: She is Irreplaceable to Me

    <h4>Chapter 94: Chapter 94: She is Irreceable to Me</h4>


    Jiang Mian had spent the entire time lying against the door, listening to the sounds outside. Once she was sure that no one was around, she angrily made her way to the sofa.


    Jiang Mian: [Fu Sichen! Watch yourself!!!]


    It seemed like she hadn¡¯t properly spoken to that scoundrel of a man just now, unting everything so openly as if he wished the whole world to know his wife was Jiang Mian.


    What a load of crap, hiding and tucking away, yet wanting to show off at every minute.


    Men¡¯s mouths are deceitful as ghosts!


    The more Jiang Mian thought about it, the more fired up she became, and she started tapping away at her keyboard again.


    Jiang Mian: [If you don¡¯t tuck your tail between your legs and behave, be careful I might just chop it off!]


    Jiang Mian: [I mean what I say /cleaver.jpg/]


    Good-at-living Husband: [Won¡¯t you feel heartache?]


    Good-at-living Husband: [Without it, you¡¯ll miss out on all the moisture and joy.]


    ???


    Damn it!!!


    What on earth is going on in Fu Sichen¡¯s head!!!


    Reporting the team leader for tant flirting!!


    Seeing the nickname he¡¯d edited, Jiang Mian directly changed it to another¡ª


    [Slutty Dog]


    She nodded contentedly at the new nickname.


    In her mind, she could already picture Fu Sichen acting like a love-starved fool.


    That was more fitting of his image.


    So much for "good-at-living husband."


    He didn¡¯t deserve it.


    After changing the nickname, Jiang Mian tossed her phone onto the sofa and immediately rolled into the bed, wrapping herself up in the nket.


    Time to sleep.


    She was exhausted from the day.


    But the big bed wasfortable.


    Jiang Mian closed her eyes and prepared to fall asleep, but ten secondster she sat up again.


    "Ah ah ah!"


    "Fu Sichen! You dog of a man!"


    Talking about "I love you" before bed.


    "Rather than liking, I love you more" ¡ª what kind of nonsense is that.


    Now that shey down, all she could think about was that sentence.


    So annoying!


    Jiang Mian wasn¡¯t the only one unable to sleep that night.


    For instance¡ª


    Yu Xinting: Waaa, my idol actually got married! So early! I feel slightly upset but still have to give my blessings.


    She turned over in bed: She¡¯s really married, waaa! That was fast!!


    Yu Xinting turned over several times: And her husband, I actually know him, he¡¯s someone I¡¯m scared of, and I embarrassed myself today, waaa


    She abruptly sat up: So embarrassing!! To curse at Jiang Mian¡¯s husband in front of her! What was I thinking!!!


    I can¡¯t go on like this.


    She started rolling around on her bed...


    Then there was¡ª


    Fu Sichen, leaning against the bed¡¯s headboard, looking at his phone¡¯s wallpaper where the woman¡¯s thin lips curved slightly, a gentle and serene light twinkling in the depths of her dark eyes.


    "Have you decided?"


    "Hmm, teacher, it¡¯s been seven years; it¡¯s time for me to return."


    The man sitting at the desk, holding the application report, looked regretful as he let out a deep sigh, "I was hoping there¡¯d be room for reconsideration. Think it over, Xiao Fu."


    "After all these years, you¡¯ve been so passionate about this ce, and with your skills andpetence, you have great room for growth and potential in a couple more years; we¡¯d all hate to see you go."


    Fu Sichen smiled faintly: "Teacher, I have thought this decision through. Grandfather agreed to give me seven years of freedom and entrusting myself to this ce has indeed been liberating."


    "But now, the burdens I carry are different. I have a wife, and as you know, I haven¡¯t seen her for nearly a year, and grandfather¡¯s health isn¡¯t what it used to be."


    "So, it¡¯s time for me to return. Others can take the responsibilities here, but only I can take on theirs."


    Seeing how resolute Fu Sichen was, the man didn¡¯t insist further. He stood up and patted Fu Sichen¡¯s shoulder: "Alright, I¡¯ll approve your application."


    Fu Sichen gave the district chief a salute: "Thank you, district chief!"


    "Bring your wife over someday; I want to meet the woman who made our ever-unyielding iron tree bloom. To think that the man who was once so reckless now knows fear and worry."


    Mentioning his wife softened the look in Fu Sichen¡¯s eyes and curved his lips: "Definitely, she is irreceable to me."

 Chapter 95: Resentment of Getting Up Early

    <h4>Chapter 95: Chapter 95: Resentment of Getting Up Early</h4>


    *


    This night was exceptionally long.


    Jiang Mian didn¡¯t know when she fell asleep, but before long, military songs began to y in every room¡ª


    "Wake-up Call."


    The melodious voice, drawn out and loud, echoed throughout the entire room.


    It didn¡¯t take long before it transformed into¡ª


    "Wake up, wake up, wake up now!"


    "Wake up, wake up, wake up now!"


    Jiang Mian turned over and pulled the pillow from under her head to cover her own head.


    Stop making noise!


    Please, I beg you!


    Let me sleep a few more minutes.


    Approximately three minutester, the room regained its peace.


    Jiang Mian breathed a sigh of relief and was about to deeply sink back into sleep when a rapid knocking at the door sounded.


    "Time to get up! Teacher Jiang Mian!"


    "Teacher Jiang Mian, time to get up!"


    "Hurry and get up! Hurry and get up!"


    "Thest one out will receive a punishment."


    Along with the knocking and the megaphone, Jiang Mian sat upright in bed, wobbled to her feet with bare feet, and shuffled to open the door.


    As soon as the door opened.


    The cameramen and staff were all startled.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s disheveled hair hung in front of her, still drowsy and unsteady on her feet.


    But she didn¡¯t know that the program team was already broadcasting live.


    They nned to give the audience a morning treat; it turned out to be quite the surprise bonus.


    [Hahahaha, is that Jiang Mian hahahaha]


    [The morning of the working ss, surrounded by bitterness hahahaha]


    [The production team really knows how to y, I¡¯d go crazy too]


    [Who understands, I was awakened by my phone¡¯s reminder for the live broadcast, struggling to wake up for it, and now lying down watching the live broadcast]


    "Erm... Good morning, Teacher Jiang."


    Jiang Mian rubbed her thick hair, pulled it back, then looked up and eyed the people standing at her door: "Do I look okay?"


    Jiang Mian¡¯s bare face was pale and clean, only her under-eye circles were notably severe due tock of sleep the night before.


    The staff stifled theirughter: "Sorry to disturb you, Teacher Jiang Mian. Director Xu requests that you get ready and wash up, and thest one out will have to ept a punishment."


    "Oh~"


    Jiang Mian, seemingly unconcerned, was about to close the door and go back to sleep.


    ???


    Not even worried about the punishment?


    "Wait a minute, Teacher Jiang, the punishment might be going for a run during the noontime nap. I overheard it just now."


    Hearing "nap" and "running," Jiang Mian instantly became more alert.


    She nodded emphatically: "Okay, I¡¯ll get ready right away."


    [Jiang Mian clearly didn¡¯t sleep well, those dark circles hahaha]


    [She changed her tune so quickly, nobody¡¯s taking away my nap time!]


    [I have to say, the skin of female celebrities is really good, so delicate]


    [After all, she¡¯s the beauty goddess of the entertainment circle, you have to recognize the face]


    ...


    The segment of Jiang Mian opening her door in the morning went straight to trending on several hot searches.


    #Jiang MianBareFaced#


    #Jiang MianWorkingssBitterness#


    [Ladies, go watch the live broadcast, it¡¯s really too funny]


    [Jiang Mian is really down-to-earth]


    [Mainly because it¡¯s so real, I¡¯m watching this now on the subway, the resentment on the subway is just too much]


    Luo Ting was eating breakfast at home, looking at the trending searches on her phone with satisfaction.


    Joining this variety show was so worth it.


    Looking at this little ancestor¡¯s data, winning the Movie Queen award would be just a matter of time once the variety show aired.


    Her mood especially good this morning, Luo Ting ate two more buns than usual.


    Jiang Mian washed up and changed into the camouge outfit prepared by the show.


    Everyone in the hallway was nearly all gathered, except for Xie Shuanghao and Wei Zhouchen.


    Director Xu nced at the time on his phone and asked the staff: "What¡¯s the deal with these two?"


    The staff shook their heads: "There¡¯s no response no matter how much we knock."


    "..."


    Director Xu looked at the time: "Don¡¯t wait for them, go downstairs and eat first. Here, use the room cards to open their doors directly."


    Fu Sichen nced at the two tightly closed doors, his brow slightly furrowed: "Director Xu, let me do it."


    "Alright, let Captain Fu handle it."


    He couldn¡¯t have asked for a better opportunity.

 Chapter 96: Enhancing Brain Awakening

    <h4>Chapter 96: Chapter 96: Enhancing Brain Awakening</h4>


    Lin Chuan looked at Fu Sichen¡¯s retreating figure and couldn¡¯t help but feel nervous for the two people inside.


    You should know that anyone called out by Captain Fu himself definitely wouldn¡¯t meet a good end.


    Jiang Mian nced at Fu Sichen and quickly looked away.


    Heartless.


    He slept so soundly.


    Not a single hint of poor sleep showed on his face.


    "Hey, squad leader, what will happen if Captain Fu goes to wake them up?"


    Lin Chuan didn¡¯t dare to speak, merely shaking his head: "Well... just think about it carefully, they¡¯ve both been through it, it¡¯s a wakeup call..."


    "Aaaaah!"


    "Aaaaah!"


    "Who is it!!!"


    Before Lin Chuan could finish speaking, two screams were heard sessively from the room.


    Everyone was curious to peek inside.


    "Are you awake?"


    Not hearing any response from the two people inside, they soon heard Fu Sichen¡¯s next sentence: "If you¡¯re awake, tidy up ande out immediately, a bunch of people are waiting for you, have you got no sense of time! Five minutes!"


    So fierce...


    Everyone soon saw Fu Sichene out, his expression still taut without much fluctuation.


    The people present hardly dared to make a sound.


    This aura was intimidating.


    Jiang Mian nced at Fu Sichen¡¯s stern face...


    Well.


    Better keep my distance from him.


    Unexpectedly, Fu Sichen suddenly turned his gaze and locked eyes with her. Jiang Mian quickly looked away, lowering her eyes to the red carpet on the hotel floor.


    [Wow! Captain Fu¡¯s shout just now woke me up entirely.]


    [He¡¯s really fierce, so scary.]


    [What do I do, I think I¡¯m falling even more for this man.]


    [Sister upstairs, hahaha, I¡¯m more curious about what happened to the two inside.]


    [Chen Mian and Wu Jun fans,e quickly, just now Jiang Mian and Captain Fu secretly looked at each other and their eyes met, ahhhh!]


    ...


    The barrage was fast and made people¡¯s eyes dazzle.


    After waiting outside for five minutes, Xie Shuanghao and Wei Zhouchen cautiously walked out to face Fu Sichen: "We¡¯re sorry, Captain Fu, it won¡¯t happen again."


    Only then did everyone clearly see that both of their hair was somewhat damp.


    They could more or less guess why.


    It indeed served as a wake-up call early in the morning.


    Fu Sichen¡¯s expression didn¡¯t change much: "Run 7ps as punishment at noon, you can sleep only after that, everyone is included!"


    "Let¡¯s eat."


    It was then that Director Xu finally breathed a sigh of relief.


    The aura just now was really frightening, making it hard to breathe.


    It was indeed scary when Captain Fu got angry.


    Next time, I better not make light of him and Jiang Mian, or he might just flip over the entire control room.


    Jiang Mian didn¡¯t eat muchst night, and her appetite was even worse this morning.


    Probably because her regr diet had been disrupted for the past few days, she simply drank a bowl of porridge to fill her stomach.


    After breakfast, the coach bus headed straight back to the base.


    Fu Sichen sat on the bus without saying a word, his demeanor quite unpleasant.


    "Hey, don¡¯t tell me we really made Captain Fu angry."


    Wei Zhouchen didn¡¯t dare to look at Fu Sichen during the meal. He only knew that the atmosphere was too oppressive, so heavy that he felt sucked into it.


    Yu Xinting nced at Fu Sichen and then at Jiang Mian, who was daydreaming, but said nothing, while Wu Jun took over: "The military values discipline the most; issues of punctuality and making the staff wait for so long will make Captain Fu somewhat angry."


    "Should we go and apologize to him?"


    Everyone was a bit nervous and scared.


    After all, this was the first time since the recording began that they¡¯d seen Captain Fu with such a dark face; the bad mood was obvious.


    "Squad leader, Captain Fu this..."


    Wei Zhouchen patted Lin Chuan who was sitting diagonally in front of him, only to find that Lin Chuan also had a grave expression on his face.


    Huh???


    "Have they all gone mad?"


    "So terrifying, and besides, wasn¡¯t the squad leader seemingly fine this morning?"


    Jiang Mian stared at the back of the man¡¯s head in front of her, her red lips slightly pursed.


    Probably they had received some notification or something had happened.

 Chapter 97: Quagmire Training

    <h4>Chapter 97: Chapter 97: Quagmire Training</h4>


    The bus ride was fraught with a suppressive atmosphere.


    About an hourter, they arrived at the simtion training base.


    Fu Sichen gave them no time to rest and immediately organized them into formation beside a mud pit.


    !!!!


    Everyone was somewhat stunned.


    Including theizens in the live broadcast room¡ª


    [Is the program team going too far?]


    [Are they really making them roll in the mud pit?]


    [I feel like today Captain Fu and Squad Leader Lin are super scary with extremely low pressure.]


    [+1+1 They¡¯re not usually like this, but their training today really jumped in difficulty]


    [I¡¯m already feeling sorry for them]


    ...


    Fu Sichen nced at today¡¯s exceptionally orderly squad: "Over the past two days, we simted wilderness survival, but that was a rtively rxed experience under the guidance of instructors, even enjoying yourselves from yesterday afternoon until this morning."


    "I don¡¯t want to talk too much about the individual sense of time, with hearts so easily scattered. Is this really the result of your training during this time? Huh?"


    Everyone hung their heads and didn¡¯t dare meet Fu Sichen¡¯s gaze.


    "Speak up!"


    "No!"


    "Louder! I didn¡¯t hear you!"


    "No!"


    "Good! Since you¡¯ve had an outdoor experience, let¡¯s take on a bigger challenge today."


    Fu Sichen pointed to the vast mud pit behind him, filthy, even containing some unknown things.


    "Today, you will crawl back and forth through the mud pit, first to train your physical strength, and second, to build unity and cohesion. Do you see the big logs inside there? Push them forward together, and everyone must give it their all."


    "If you can¡¯t persist, I wee you to withdraw at any time. Not to rest, but to leave the program immediately. Do you understand?"


    "Understood!"


    [OMG! They are seriously ying for keeps! It¡¯s too intense!]


    [Holy crap! Just for this, I¡¯m going to keep watching. It¡¯s so tough, and you really need to be unburdened to participate.]


    [That log looks really heavy, just going back and forth once seems like it would cost half a life]


    [Harsh is really harsh, no wonder nobody wants toe.]


    [Mainly because there¡¯s elimination it¡¯s really harsh. If you can¡¯t hang in there, you have to leave my mom wow]


    Because of this scene, the heat in the live broadcast room surged again and again, reaching new heights.


    Even at times, due to too many viewers, there were issues with the live streamgging.


    "All present, turn left, march in step!"


    Xie Shuanghao, leading the way, was the first to enter the mud pit, where soon the force of the mud made it exceedingly difficult to move.


    Following him were Wei Zhouchen and Wu Jun. The staff kept a close watch on the three women behind, their hearts hanging in suspense.


    Jiang Mian stood behind Wu Jun. She was the first one to step into the mud pit without any hesitation, followed by Yu Xinting who paused for two seconds before biting the bullet and going down as well.


    Xiang Mo hesitated for a long time.


    "Xiang Mo, what are you hesitating for!"


    "I... I¡¯m scared!"


    "I¡¯ll give you five seconds. If you don¡¯t go down, then don¡¯t go down at all."


    "Five!"


    Jiang Mian reached out toward Xiang Mo: "It¡¯s okay, it¡¯s not too bad, it won¡¯t be very deep, we¡¯re all down here."


    "Four!"


    "Three!"


    "Xiang Mo! Come on down, really, it¡¯s fine! We¡¯re all here!"


    The line of people came forward to form a circle.


    "Two!"


    Xiang Mo, with her eyes closed, gritted her teeth and stepped into the mud pit.


    All six people had now entered the mud pit.


    "Line up in a row! Lift up the log!"


    They lined up as they had entered the mud pit, and Jiang Mian interjected: "Report! Can we adjust the team?"


    Fu Sichen looked at Jiang Mian: "You may."


    "Let¡¯s alternate men and women in the line. Otherwise, unequal strength distribution can easily cause problems."


    "One man at each end, Wei Zhouchen, you and Teacher Wu Jun at the ends, Xie Shuanghao in the middle. For the women, one on each side and two on one side."


    After they adjusted their positions, Fu Sichen¡¯s brows slightly moved: "Ready?"


    "Ready!"


    "Half prone position ready! Forward! One minute for a round trip! If you can¡¯t do it, continue until you meet the standard!"


    Fu Sichen turned to Lin Chuan beside him: "Lin Chuan, grab that bucket of water over there and pour it in."


    "Yes! Captain Fu!"


    Director Xu whispered to the staff beside him: "Aside from the military doctor over there, make sure the ambnce is ready."


    They truly hadn¡¯t anticipated that the training in Fu Sichen¡¯s second recording would be so intense.


    Ordinary people simply couldn¡¯t bear it, let alone a few delicate actors and stars.


    No one at the scene said a word, silently observing everything in front of them, their expressions exceptionally tense.


    "The preparations have been made and ready."

 Chapter 98: Visit to the Medical Office

    <h4>Chapter 98: Chapter 98: Visit to the Medical Office</h4>


    "Ready! Start!"


    At Fu Sichen¡¯smand, everyone began to crawl forward with all their might, but the resistance of the mud was too great, and given everyone was holding a wooden stake in front, there really wasn¡¯t much strength left to muster.


    Lin Chuan kept pouring water into it, quickly messing up their clothes and hair.


    "30 seconds! Didn¡¯t you eat breakfast?"


    Fu Sichen nced at Lin Chuan, "Stop pouring water, otherwise you¡¯ll be the one to carry the stakes by yourself!"


    The barrage had quieted down a lot, everyone watching the scene with indescribable feelings.


    "Don¡¯t think this is tough. Our forefathers faced worse during the wars¡ªthey climbed snow mountains and steep cliffs, staking their lives."


    "If it were them encountering this kind of mud, it would seem trivial. So, have you all tried your best? If not, we start over!"


    "Stop! Time¡¯s up!"


    They had just barely reached the opposite side.


    The water in the mud pit was rising slowly, which actually made the resistance slightly less than before.


    "Continue! One minute! Ready! Start!"


    "Lin Chuan, keep pouring the water!"


    [Whoo, I¡¯m getting goosebumps just watching this.]


    [Don¡¯t feel it¡¯s too hard, they had it harder, I¡¯m tearing up here.]


    [Feeling excited and pumped, but also feeling sorry for them.]


    [Actually, Captain Fu is being good to them, constantly having water poured to eventually thin the mud, which helps a lot.]


    [Totally a fan of Jiang Mian now, she¡¯s not pretentious or dramatic, very calm.]


    [I must rmend this to everyone I know!]


    "Tired or not!"


    "Tired!"


    "Continue! 20 seconds left!"


    Everyone was gritting their teeth and crawling forward, Lin Chuan¡¯s water never stopped, hitting them in the face.


    "Stop! Time¡¯s up! Good job this time, strive to pass on the third try!"


    It wasn¡¯t until the third and fourth rounds that they still hadn¡¯t met the standard.


    Everyone was somewhat drained, even Lin Chuan felt his arm muscles sore from pouring water.


    Fu Sichen stood on the outskirts and spoke, "Those who feel they can continue, stay; those who cannot may leave the mud pit and go take a shower now."


    "Captain Fu! We can do it! Onest time! We¡¯ll definitely pass!"


    "Right! We won¡¯t leave!"


    "Good! Ready!"


    "Start!"


    At themand, everyone¡¯s pace was noticeably faster than the previous ones, and they reached the other side and turned back within 30 seconds.


    The staff was also feeling uneasy.


    "Hope they can make it this time!"


    Fu Sichen looked at his stopwatch, "20 seconds!"


    "We can do it!"


    "10 seconds!"


    "9!"


    "8!"


    ...


    "1!"


    In the final moment, everyone¡¯s hands sessfully touched the other end, and the people present erupted into loud apuse.


    Including Fu Sichen and Lin Chuan.


    Fu Sichen crouched down and helped each one of them up, "Well done."


    It was the first smile they saw on Fu Sichen¡¯s face today.


    Everyone breathed a sigh of relief.


    Director Xu¡¯s tension also eased, thankful that they didn¡¯t have to rearrange the ns.


    At that moment, he thought preparing the mud pit was just some light y, he hadn¡¯t anticipated something so intense, he underestimated their actual training level...


    After everyone regrouped, Fu Sichen scanned the six mud-covered people, his eyesnding on Jiang Mian¡¯s slightly pale lips.


    "Jiang Mian!"


    "Present!"


    "Feeling any difort?"


    "Report! I felt a bit anemic earlier, but it¡¯s okay now."


    Fu Sichen nodded, "If you are feeling unwell, speak up early, we won¡¯t proceed with the next task. After that, you can go wash and take a shower."


    Lin Chuan brought a te of bloody raw beef in front of them.


    !!!


    [Oh my! I¡¯m shocked, raw beef!]


    [Damn, that looks too real.]


    [They¡¯re not going to eat that, are they? How can anyone stomach that, it¡¯s so bloody.]


    Fu Sichen didn¡¯t say a word, picked up a slice, and ate it in front of everyone.


    !!!


    Their eyes widened.


    Eating raw beef!


    This was even harder to ept than the mud pit.


    "The second task, eat raw beef, then you can wash and take a shower."


    Lin Chuan approached them, each person took a slice, "No picking, they¡¯re all the same weight."


    Everyone reluctantly picked up the raw beef, when it was Jiang Mian¡¯s turn¡ª


    She paused for two seconds, sensing the taste, and felt her stomach churning, extremely nauseated.


    "Ugh!"


    Jiang Mian held it up, keeping some distance.


    "Alright, eat it."


    Nobody wanted to be the first to bite, all still observing the reactions of those around them.


    Fu Sichen¡¯s voice was faint, "In the wild, you won¡¯t get raw beef. You might have to eat small insects, caterpirs and such, eating them raw is normal. You have to eat to survive!"


    Xie Shuanghao and Wu Jun were the first to stuff it in, chewed twice, and swallowed it down.


    Jiang Mian watched for a while, held her breath, and stuffed it into her mouth, but the taste directly hit her nerves¡ª


    "Ugh!"


    She immediately covered her mouth, just about to swallow, but stomach acid surged up.


    "Ugh!"


    Lin Chuan quickly reacted, pulling out a ck garbage bag from his pocket and handing it to Jiang Mian, who turned around and vomited everything out.


    Along with several dry heaves.


    That taste was truly...


    A sh crossed Fu Sichen¡¯s brows; he stepped forward and pulled Jiang Mian over.


    ?!!!


    "Captain Fu! You..."


    Fu Sichen looked a bit anxious and serious, "Go to the medical room."

 Chapter 99: She Continuously Gagged

    <h4>Chapter 99: Chapter 99: She Continuously Gagged</h4>


    "Lin Chuan! Take over for a moment!"


    "Yes, Captain Fu!"


    The eyes of the staff were anxiously watching as Fu Sichen escorted Jiang Mian away.


    "Director Xu, Jiang Mian, she..."


    Director Xu furrowed his brows, also showing some concern, "Have the ambnce ready to stand by at all times."


    The intensity just now was indeed not something ordinary people could endure, and although Jiang Mian seemed the most delicate among these six people, evidently a realdy, she wasn¡¯t snobbish at all.


    [What¡¯s wrong with Jiang Xiaomian!!!]


    [It really could turn serious, Jiang Mian seems a bit off]


    [And even in that condition, she still tried to swallow the raw meat, only vomiting when she couldn¡¯t bear it]


    [Hope everything is fine!! The production team is really harsh, that was too gruesome]


    *


    Infirmary.


    "Fu Sichen, I really am fine..."


    Jiang Mian had been carried princess-style by Fu Sichen all the way here.


    He carefullyid her on the bed, afraid of bumping her anywhere.


    The military doctor walked over, "Captain Fu, this is..."


    With a forehead still glistening with sweat and an expression filled with anxiousness and tension, Fu Sichen said, "Please check her, doctor. She vomited earlier and has been retching continuously."


    The doctor approached, felt Jiang Mian¡¯s forehead, and after confirming there was no fever, asked, "Has your stomach been upset recently?"


    Jiang Mian nodded, "It might be due to irregr eating and indeed, eating raw beef earlier might cause some nausea."


    The doctor, noticing Jiang Mian¡¯s less-than-healthyplexion and the mud and water in her hair, could roughly guess what kind of training they had undergone.


    "After such intense training, take care of your body. It might also be a bit of hypoglycemia. I¡¯ll prescribe some glucose and stomach medicine, eat something light in the cafeteriater and take the medicine, then rest well."


    As the doctor was about to prepare the medication, Fu Sichen suddenly held him back, "Should we check further?"


    ???


    Bewildered, the doctor looked at Fu Sichen, not quite understanding, then exined, "Captain Fu, it might be a bit of gastroenteritis plus hypoglycemia. Just rest, it¡¯s nothing serious."


    "She was vomiting and retching continuously just now, better to check if there¡¯s anything..."


    "Doctor, it¡¯s fine, please go get the medicine."


    Jiang Mian touched her forehead and interrupted what Fu Sichen was about to say next, feeling quite embarrassed.


    The doctor, still puzzled, nced between Fu Sichen and Jiang Mian, then went to prepare the medication.


    "Fu Sichen, what are you thinking? How could I be pregnant? It¡¯s just an upset stomach."


    Seeing how urgently the man had reacted, anyone unaware would think she was on her deathbed.


    Besides,st time we took precautions, how could it be possible.


    Captain Fu held Jiang Mian¡¯s slender shoulders, his expression serious, "It¡¯s still better to check, Jiang Mian, this is not a joke, yourplexion is very pale."


    "It¡¯s really nothing, I know my own body, my period just ended, where would a childe from?"


    "Are you sure?"


    "Why would I lie to you? Of course, it¡¯s true."


    Seeing Jiang Mian say this, Fu Sichen finally eased up a bit and found a chair to sit down.


    "Fu Sichen, if something is bothering you, why not talk to me about it?"


    The infirmary fell silent, Jiang Mian suddenly looked at Fu Sichen, her voice gentle and pleasant, deeply resonating in Fu Sichen¡¯s ears.


    He lifted his eyes to meet those clear, clean ck orbs of the woman, dropped his gaze, and suddenly, his expression grew much dimmer.

 Chapter 100: Can You Hold Me for a While

    <h4>Chapter 100: Chapter 100: Can You Hold Me for a While</h4>


    At the training ground, everyone was still in a standoff with Lin Chuan.


    On one hand, they were still somewhat worried about Jiang Mian¡¯s condition, and on the other, they were relieved that Captain Fu had left, hoping that the squad leader might not be so strict.


    But Lin Chuan was not lenient: "Eat up and leave. You¡¯ve been looking at the meat for over ten minutes now. If you don¡¯t eat, I¡¯ll get you a new one."


    The barrage was still discussing the departure.


    [It¡¯s really hard to swallow, so I really admire Jiang Mian for managing to eat it just now.]


    [But spitting it out is really an instinctive physiological reaction.]


    [But seeing how anxious Captain Fu was, did I really get too emotional?!]


    [What are you sisters still thinking about? Jiang Mian¡¯s lips were pale. You could tell she was physically exhausted.]


    [But her behavior just now really won me over. Despite her fear and resistance, she still gritted her teeth and did it.]


    ...


    "Five seconds!"


    "If you don¡¯t eat, I¡¯ll add more meat, and don¡¯t me me when you have to eat two pieces."


    Lin Chuan hadn¡¯t even counted to "5" when the remaining three people had already stuffed the meat into their mouths.


    The expressions of the three were synchronized; they gulped down the meat in one swallow.


    Lin Chuan¡¯s tense expression eased somewhat: "Alright, disband! Clean up and assemble at the restaurant at 11:30."


    "Wei Zhouchen, Xie Shuanghao, you two stay behind for punishment running!"


    "Ah..."


    Wei Zhouchen screamed miserably and had to follow Lin Chuan to the yground.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s words echoed in the infirmary for a long time.


    After two seconds of silence, Fu Sichen said, "This morning, I received news that Captain Li died in the line of duty..."


    Listening to that short sentence, Jiang Mian¡¯s head buzzed.


    She didn¡¯t know who Captain Li was, but she knew he must have been arade highly regarded by Fu Sichen, Lin Chuan, and their team.


    The man in front of her suddenly lost his stern demeanor, appeared distressed yet restrained.


    "Fu Sichen..."


    Jiang Mian got up from the hospital bed and walked over to Fu Sichen. Her voice was gentle: "If you don¡¯t mind, I can give you a hug..."


    !!!!


    Before Jiang Mian could finish, Fu Sichen had already tightly embraced her, his head obediently buried in the crook of her neck.


    The warm and soft breath on her neck was particrly ticklish.


    But this version of Fu Sichen made her heart ache, her heart feeling particrly ufortable.


    The two didn¡¯t know how long they had embraced each other.


    "Captain Fu, Jiang Mian, the medicine is ready."


    The military doctor spoke as he walked in with the medicine.


    Jiang Mian pushed away Fu Sichen and straightened her hair.


    "What is this?"


    Jiang Mian stepped forward to take the medicine: "It¡¯s okay, I just rested for a bit and now I feel much better. I just feel ufortable all over now and want to go back to freshen up."


    The military doctor pointed at Fu Sichen¡¯s face: "Captain Fu, your face..."


    It was covered in a lot of mud.


    Fu Sichen wiped it off: "Yeah, I should go freshen up too. We¡¯ll head out first."


    "Okay, Jiang Mian, make sure you rest well. If the training this afternoon gets too intense, be careful."


    "Sure, thank you, Doctor."


    The military doctor couldn¡¯t fully grasp what was going on between these two...


    It seemed rather strange.


    When the two left the infirmary, Xiao Zhang was already waiting at the door with his camera.


    Seeing that Jiang Mian was not seriously hurt, he also let out a sigh of relief.


    "You sure stick to your post."


    Xiao Zhang smiled embarrassedly: "After all, Teacher Jiang¡¯s screen time depends on me, I have to make sure you get more of it."


    Compared to other photographers, he found it mostfortable to follow Jiang Mian around, asionally there was something lively to watch.


    Apart from the asionally messy requests from Director Xu, he was indeed satisfied.


    Fu Sichen walked Jiang Mian to the door of her dorm room: "Jiang Mian, go have lunch early after freshening up, and take the medicine with you."


    Jiang Mian looked up at Fu Sichen¡¯s unfathomably dark eyes and nodded: "You too, Captain Fu! Remember to smile more."

 Chapter 101: How Come You Think I’ve Been Tricked Too?

    <h4>Chapter 101: Chapter 101: How Come You Think I¡¯ve Been Tricked Too?</h4>


    She finished speaking and headed back to the dorm. Due to gender restrictions, the subsequent filming was done using the dormitory¡¯s cameras.


    When Jiang Mian returned, Yu Xinting and Xiang Mo were nowhere to be seen in the dorm, but two pairs of dirty shoes were particrly noticeable.


    She picked up her shampoo, body wash, and clothes and carried her basin to the shower room.


    An hourter.


    "Jiang Mian! Are you alright?"


    Jiang Mian, having washed her hair and bathed, felt incredibly refreshed.


    Huh??


    "I¡¯m fine."


    She ced the basin on the rack and sat down whilebing her hair.


    Yu Xinting nced at Jiang Mian¡¯s stomach, "You¡¯re sure you¡¯re okay now?"


    Jiang Mian looked at the camera covered with ck cloth and gave a helpless smile, "Why do you also think I¡¯m ¡¯hit¡¯!"


    Also?


    Wasn¡¯t it?


    Yu Xinting pulled out a chair and sat down too, "Just now, I was so worried about Captain Fu¡¯s anxious look."


    The secret she¡¯d just learned yesterday definitely couldn¡¯t be exposed today.


    Jiang Mian chuckled as she looked at Yu Xinting, "Rx, you have dark circles just like me. Didn¡¯t sleep wellst night?"


    Yu Xinting pursed her lips, "I wish I could do yesterday over, I¡¯d be better off without my mouth."


    She should have never gone and said unnecessary things to Jiang Mian, only to end up embarrassing herself.


    "Anyway, let me know what you want to eat. Brother Jiang said he¡¯d send me some care today, I¡¯ll have him bring extra."


    Jiang Mian¡¯s beautiful eyes narrowed, and her lips curved slightly, "How long has your agent been with you?"


    "Why do you ask? He¡¯s been with me since I debuted overseas, all the way until now."


    "Oh~"


    Jiang Mian¡¯s voice trailed off meaningfully, "That¡¯s nice, that¡¯s nice."


    This silly kid, when would she realize?


    Yu Xinting had a delicate and sweet appearance, with eyes that were Yingying, inexplicably evoking a desire to protect.


    Jiang Zhiyu, this long-term investment...


    Pretty smart.


    "Hey! What are you thinking about?"


    Jiang Mian stood up and tied her hair, "Thinking about what I want to eat."


    The two cleaned up the dorm room and waited for Xiang Mo to return before they all headed to the cafeteria.


    "I¡¯m starving to death!"


    "I¡¯m really about to faint from hunger."


    Once seated, they gazed at the food in front of them, saliva practically drooling.


    But since not everyone was there yet, they couldn¡¯t start eating and could only watch hungrily.


    "Eh, Captain Fu!"


    Wei Zhouchen¡¯s sharp eyes spotted Fu Sichen in the crowd, carrying a te.


    Fu Sichen walked straight over and exchanged the meals in front of Jiang Mian with his own.


    "Something light, you eat this."


    Shrimp and vegetable congee, some pork floss, and a cup of hot water on the side.


    ...


    How is this light?!?!


    This was practically starving her to death.


    Nobody diets like this.


    Jiang Mian was about to object when Fu Sichen smiled, "This was made in the kitchen today, there¡¯s more specially made for you in the pot; I¡¯ll get it for youter, have this to tide you over for now."


    "Wow! Captain Fu, did you make it yourself?"


    Wei Zhouchen originally wanted to speak up for Jiang Mian, since the meal indeed looked pitiful.


    But thetter part of what Fu Sichen said made him a bit envious instead.


    "Alright, you guys eat first, no need to wait for the others. You¡¯re thest group."


    Wuu wuu wuu.


    That¡¯s so sad.


    Everyone immediately grabbed their chopsticks and started eating.


    "Eh, Sister Jiang Mian, Captain Fu is really good to you."


    Jiang Mian scooped up the congee twice, "If you also get dizzy, Captain Fu would definitely serve you lunch in bed."


    "No, no, no, how could I dare? We have a sister-inw, I¡¯m not worthy, not worthy."


    "Ha ha ha ha ha."

 Chapter 102: The recording of the show pauses here for now

    <h4>Chapter 102: Chapter 102: The recording of the show pauses here for now</h4>


    Yu Xinting slipped a small chicken leg onto Jiang Mian¡¯s te, "This chicken leg is really delicious today, are you sure you don¡¯t want some?"


    I want to, it¡¯s just...


    Jiang Mian popped her head up and looked around.


    Fu Sichen was not there.


    rm deactivated!


    "Eat!"


    Jiang Mian let Yu Xinting ce it in her bowl, "Thanks."


    Although the meat in the morning had been a bit sickening, she had been really hungry for quite a while, and now that something tasty was in front of her, her appetite soared.


    "Jiang Mian! What are you sneaking?"


    Jiang Mian quickly stripped the meat off the chicken leg and spit out the bone, "I¡¯m not sneaking, just peeling the chicken leg."


    "Pfft¡ª"


    Everyone bowed their heads, holding back theirughter while seriously eating their meals.


    "Eating in such a rush, aren¡¯t you afraid of choking?"


    Fu Sichen put his te down on the table, "Crystal shrimp dumplings, saut¨¦ed mushrooms with greens, and fruit."


    !!!!!


    Everyone¡¯s gaze immediately fell on the dishes in front of Jiang Mian.


    Though simple, Fu Sichen¡¯s dishes were exceptionally well presented.


    They were a feast for the eyes and the pte.


    "Thanks, Captain Fu! Come join us, Captain Fu."


    Fu Sichen, "No need, you guys eat, we¡¯ve still got some things to take care of."


    Jiang Mian watched Fu Sichen¡¯s retreating figure, feeling an inexplicable sense of weirdness.


    By the time her gaze returned, five pairs of intense eyes nearly startled her, and she pushed her food forward, "Let¡¯s all eat together, I can¡¯t finish it anyway."


    "What are you waiting for, it won¡¯t taste good if it gets cold."


    "I have to say, Captain Fu¡¯s cooking is really good, he gives home-cooked dishes a chef¡¯s vor."


    "Of course, Captain Fu is a married man, he must be good at everything."


    "I¡¯m really curious about his wife."


    Wei Zhouchen suddenly looked at Jiang Mian, "Sister Jiang Mian, did you dig up any gossip when you were paired with Captain Fust time?"


    Jiang Mian almost choked, she patted her chest, "Me? I don¡¯t know, his wife is beautiful, a beauty."


    "We all know that, we¡¯re just curious how beautiful she is!"


    Yu Xinting nced at Jiang Mian andughed softly.


    Only Jiang Mian could praise herself so confidently and without a hint of embarrassment.


    The six of themughed and talked as they finished their meal and then went back to their rooms to rest.


    The afternoon bell unexpectedly didn¡¯t ring, and when Jiang Mian woke up, she was somewhat confused.


    Hm??


    She looked at the clock on the wall.


    It was 1:30!!!


    "Yu Xinting, Xiang Mo, wake up, we¡¯rete!"


    They sat up abruptly when they heard themotion.


    "What¡¯s going on, there was no bell this afternoon."


    Jiang Mian quickly climbed out of bed and opened the door to the dormitory.


    Outside it was eerily quiet, no sounds of training, and even the boys¡¯ dormitory doors were tightly shut.


    The whole base was so silent that only the chirping of cicadas on the trees could be heard.


    "Put on your shoes, we¡¯ll go out and take a look."


    Jiang Mian felt a sudden dread, unsure of what to feel.


    "I got a feeling that today Captain Fu and the squad leader are acting off, could something have happened?"


    "I don¡¯t know, let¡¯s go out and see, maybe we can ask the staff."


    ?!!!!


    The three of them were stunned by the sight as they went downstairs.


    Aside from the staff, their respective agents were there as well.


    "Sister Ting!"


    "Brother Jiang!"


    Luo Ting jogged up to Jiang Mian, "I heard you were sick, what happened?"


    Jiang Mian was even more clueless about the situation, "What¡¯s going on, why are you all here suddenly?"


    The other contestants¡¯ agents were also present, and Director Xu had an indescribable expression on his face.


    A bit of regret?


    A bit of sadness?


    "I¡¯m here to take you back."


    Huh?


    "We¡¯re not filming anymore?"


    The three of them looked at Director Xu, who shook his head, "Wait a moment, let¡¯s wait for the boys to get up first."


    The staff had already gone to wake them up.


    They had wanted to let them sleep in a bit, but the girls weren¡¯t upte either.


    Five minutester, the boys were assembled.


    The six contestants stood in a row, and Director Xu bowed apologetically to everyone, "We will have to temporarily pause our program¡¯s recording here."

 Chapter 103: Wishing safety and a long future

    <h4>Chapter 103: Chapter 103: Wishing safety and a long future</h4>


    !!!


    Six people¡¯s expressions changed as they faced what Director Xu had just announced and seemed at a loss for words.


    "I¡¯m sorry, but due to special reasons, our captain and squad leader need to return to the military immediately, so we have to bring this program to a close and stop here."


    "Does that mean we won¡¯t be recording anymore?"


    Director Xu: "Yes, the beauty of a night-blooming cereus is always momentary. Thank you, everyone, for this time, and thanks to all the staff. We¡¯ve wrapped up!"


    Normally, this would be a happy moment, but no one pped.


    The training was painful, and it seemed they were now reluctant to leave.


    Even though everyone had beenining.


    "Director Xu, could we see Captain Fu and Squad Leader Lin?"


    "Captain Fu and Squad Leader Lin have already returned to the military. Unfortunately, they didn¡¯t get to say goodbye to everyone."


    Five minutester, everyone gradually entered the room for the wrap-up interview.


    Jiang Mian sat in front of the camera, her hair still a bit disheveled.


    "Teacher Jiang, for an interview, what do you think was your biggest change during these two episodes?"


    Jiang Mian¡¯s lips slightly curled: "Change... I guess it was just getting used to it?"


    "After all, I was tricked into joining this variety show."


    She muttered carefully, and the staff present couldn¡¯t help butugh.


    "As for changes, I think I have indeed gained a lot of understanding about the military profession. At first, I thought I would be closer to them, but after this experience, I realized they are even further away."


    "Because their responsibilities and experiences are far beyond our reach."


    "The variety show ends here, but I know the experiences it brought me are lifelong benefits."


    The staff listened to Jiang Mian¡¯s calm words and felt a slight stirring in their hearts.


    Simple, ordinary, yet powerful.


    "Teacher Jiang, do you have anything you wish to say to Captain Fu and Squad Leader Lin?"


    Jiang Mian was silent for two seconds, then looked up at the camera: "I wish them safety, and I hope we have a long future ahead."


    "Teacher Jiang, we are about to p the te."


    Jiang Mian paused for a few seconds, then showed a faint smile: "Jiang Mian, officially pping the te!"


    The room was quiet for two seconds until the staff burst into apuse.


    "Teacher Jiang, congrattions on wrapping up!"


    Jiang Mian received a bouquet of sunflowers from them: "Thank you!"


    When Luo Ting picked up Jiang Mian, she felt her artist had lost quite a bit of weight: "You should rest well when you get back. I was nning on you taking leave after ¡¯Linghua¡¯, but I didn¡¯t expect the show to stoppletely."


    As she mentioned this, her voice became noticeably softer, and her gazended on the somewhat lost Jiang Mian: "I wonder what happened on Captain Fu¡¯s side..."


    "It won¡¯t be a problem, he will handle it well."


    It seemed like she had gotten used to separations, but despite not having seen him for over a year, this time there was an indescribable reluctance.


    After boarding the ne, Jiang Mian posted a Weibo¡ª


    Jiang Mianv: [We will meet again! {Photo}]


    The photo was of everyone¡¯s group picture, including the six of them, Fu Sichen, Lin Chuan, and also the staff and director.


    Aplete family portrait of the show¡¯s team.


    [Sob, I really can¡¯t bear it...]


    [How could they say it¡¯s over just like that]


    [Director Xu, please release all the content from these two episodes, otherwise this segment is just too rare]


    [What happened! Need exnation!]


    [It seems the show has wrapped up, just these two episodes, heard there was an emergency on Captain Fu¡¯s side, the specifics have escted to the national level, we don¡¯t know]


    ...


    Just after finishing his tasks, Fu Sichen saw the Weibo post.


    His tensed face rxed somewhat as he pressed the "thumbs up" on the screen.


    Xuanxuan.


    We¡¯ll meet soon.


    He looked up at a ne flying in the sky, his lips slightly curved.

 Chapter 104: Room Card Delivered to the Door

    <h4>Chapter 104: Chapter 104: Room Card Delivered to the Door</h4>


    *


    Jiang Mian flew directly to North City, nning to rest in the bridal room for a while before it was almost time to join the crew.


    "I mean, Miss, is it that difficult to have a meal?"


    Jiang Mian, right after getting off the ne, dragged Su Lixing to the North City High-end Club for a meal. They hadn¡¯t been eating long before they both hastily got up, ready to head home.


    Jiang Mian covered her mouth and yawned lightly, her eyes revealing a bit ofnguid sleepiness, "Who has as much energy as you? If you¡¯d watched the live stream, you¡¯d know what I¡¯ve been through."


    "So, I brought you here to build up your strength..."


    Before Su Lixing could finish speaking, she suddenly caught sight of a familiar figure in the club lobby.


    Lin Chen??


    Jiang Mian followed Su Lixing¡¯s gaze.


    Both of their beautiful pupils dted slightly, incredulously staring at the somewhat licentious scene in front of them.


    Lin Chen was blocking a woman¡¯s path.


    The woman in front of him, with her deep V-neck strap dress that hung down to her ankles, had the neckline plunging to her lower abdomen; the light evening breeze brushed over, causing the fabric to lift slightly, presenting an alluring tease.


    Jiang Mian looked at her friend, who seemed calm andposed, apparently able to hold herposure, suggesting she truly had no feelings for her brother anymore.


    The next second, Su Lixing, with her lips curved, walked straight up to stand between the two.


    Su Lixing nced at Lin Chen quickly before fixing her gaze on the woman in front of him.


    Where did this shameless womane from?


    Until a ck room card in the woman¡¯s hand, with its gold-edged font reading "1201," became rather ring.


    Su Lixing casually took the room card from the woman¡¯s hands, her gaze deep as she nced at Lin Chen beside her, her lips slightly curling, "President Lin really has good fortune, standing there and having room cards delivered to him."


    And it¡¯s a presidential suite.


    Really went all out.


    A yful smile flickered in Lin Chen¡¯s cool, tranquil eyes as he silently stood by, listening to the woman¡¯s "reproach".


    "Miss, you shouldn¡¯t speak carelessly. President Lin just handed this to me."


    "Oh~" Su Lixing lightly traced her finger in front of Lin Chen¡¯s neatly pressed suit, "Then President Lin is indeed generous. The presidential suite costs more than her spending a night, right?"


    "Pfft hahahaha."


    Standing aside and watching the whole scene, Jiang Mian couldn¡¯t hold back herughter any longer.


    She walked forward, surprised to recognize the familiar face.


    Interesting.


    He Qianyi.


    Jiang Mian clicked her tongue twice, finding the acquaintance gathering amusing, "Long time no see, Miss He. Is this outfit meant to ditch Manager Wei?"


    Thought that thest incident at the police station would keep her quiet for a while, but here she is squatting around.


    This woman really has a keen eye, seems she has her sights set on him.


    He Qianyi truly hadn¡¯t expected to encounter Jiang Mian here; her expression became somewhat unnatural. Looking at Su Lixing and then back at Jiang Mian, she suddenly felt a lot more emboldened.


    "Jiang Mian, you really are magnanimous."


    Magnanimous?


    Jiang Mian¡¯s eyebrows raised slightly.


    Lin Chen smiled and pulled Su Lixing into his arms, his thin lips slightly curving, "I¡¯ll wait for you in the car."


    Jiang Mian watched Su Lixing¡¯s shocked expression as she was led away by her brother, feeling a bit jarred.


    These two said they were over it.


    Tsk tsk tsk.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s lips curled upwards, her beautiful eyes smiling, "President Lin, take care."


    As Lin Chen walked away, He Qianyi¡¯s voice softened, "President Lin! I..."


    Jiang Mian stepped directly in front of He Qianyi, her long eyshes trembling slightly, her eyes showing some disdain, "He Qianyi, do you just throw yourself at any man you see? Really admire your flexibility."


    From men in their forties and fifties, to guys in their twenties and thirties.


    Tsk tsk tsk.


    Truly versatile.


    This chapter is updated by freew(e)bnovel.(c)om

 Chapter 105: Perhaps All Can Be Realized

    <h4>Chapter 105: Chapter 105: Perhaps All Can Be Realized</h4>


    He Qianyi, seeing that Lin Chen had already gotten into the car,shed out at Jiang Mian directly, her voice tinged with dissatisfaction and anger, "Jiang Mian! Who are you to say I¡¯ve been ying around too much?"


    "The moment President Lin stops being your sugar daddy, he finds another one, and yet you can still be so magnanimous, having meals anding and going with her as if nothing happened. An ex and a current together."


    "You three seem happy enough. With four people, President Lin certainly won¡¯t mind having one more. It must be you stirring the pot."


    ???


    Jiang Mian almost burst outughing.


    Too funny.


    Sugar daddy, ex and current, not minding one more???


    Jeez, the funniest joke I¡¯ve heard all year.


    What¡¯s inside this woman¡¯s head? It¡¯s both lewd and violent, and she¡¯s delusional too.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s gaze once again fell on her clothes.


    No wonder, dressed like that, how could she be pure and peace.


    "What¡¯s the matter? Run out of things to say, did I hit the nail on the head?"


    Jiang Mian couldn¡¯t help butugh and said, "Miss He, the entertainment circle isn¡¯t for you, I suggest you see a psychiatrist, get treated early if you¡¯re sick."


    "Jiang Mian! You!"


    Suddenly, a gust of wind blew past, and He Qianyi¡¯s skirt flipped up, causing her to stretch her hand over her skirt in shock, her beautypletely lost.


    "Ah!"


    Jiang Mian took a look andughed as she got back into the car.


    *


    "Ha ha ha ha ha, how could it be so funny."


    "I can¡¯t take it, my face is going to stiffen fromughing."


    Jiang Mian, sitting in the backseat of Lin Chen¡¯s car, was holding her phone andughing so hysterically that she had lost allposure.


    At this time, a keyword that was quickly gaining clicks¡ª


    #Shock, goes to such lengths to imitate Marilyn Monroe#


    Jiang Mian looking at the photos snapped by passersby in the keywordughed until tears came out.


    This pose really did resemble it, only the face looked like it was in a cramp ha ha ha ha ha.


    Even mosaics were added over the chest.


    Please respect privacy.


    It¡¯s just a pity that it was too dark; otherwise, He Qianyi¡¯s face would have been fully exposed.


    While manyizens thought that the blurred face looked a lot like He Qianyi, her fans quickly quelled the spection.


    [This is He Qianyi for sure, spitting image]


    [I also think it¡¯s her, her fans are in denial, they say we¡¯re all mistaken]


    [How could that be our Yiyi, our Yiyi would never follow such a path]


    [Exactly, she would never wear such revealing clothes]


    [Stop spreading false rumors, careful of getting a legal warning letter]


    ...


    Must say, He Qianyi¡¯s fans are pretty loyal, but they¡¯re just too young and naive.


    "But today, I helped President Lin out of a bind, you owe your ex-girlfriend a thanks."


    Lin Chen¡¯s fingers, distinct in their knuckles, tapped on the steering wheel, his voice deepening, "Hmm, how should I thank you?"


    "Miss Su, please tell me, perhaps Lin Chen can make it happen."


    "..."


    Jiang Mian curved her red lips into a "6".


    Bro just treats her like one of the bros.


    The atmosphere in the front seat of the car became a bit different.


    Jiang Mian felt her shining halo above her head.


    "Cough cough, bro, let me off here, I¡¯m home now. Make sure to drop Susu home safely."


    Lin Chen didn¡¯t utter another word and simply stopped the car at the entrance of themunity to let Jiang Mian out.


    She was about to say goodbye to Su Lixing, but all she got was the sight of the car¡¯s taillights.


    "..."


    Big brother, too much brotherly love.


    Young people.


    Full of youthful vigor, but there¡¯s no need to rush like that.


    Don¡¯t understand.


    Oh well, Old Lin and Ms. Jiang have wanted to hold a grandchild for a long time now, so entrusting this task to my big brother isn¡¯t bad either.


    This way, they won¡¯t focus their attention on me every day.


    Sister-inw is still my good friend.


    Actually, not bad at all.


    Having dealt with He Qianyi that evening, Jiang Mian actually became much clearer-headed, and went home to wash up and then just copsed.

 Chapter 106: "X

    <h4>Chapter 106: Chapter 106: "X</h4>


    *


    Jiang Mian had rested at home for several days and, just like the previous year, Fu Sichen had disappeared without any trace.


    The first official episode of "Join the Army, New Recruit" was aired. The episode¡¯s full content was very lengthy, so it had been edited into three parts, each nearly two hours long, incorporating almost their entire day¡¯s activities.


    After the airing, Jiang Mian¡¯s poprity had visibly increased on the bulletments.


    Even Jiang Mian¡¯s own Super Topic had already formed a support club, quickly setting up teams for anti-ck, photo editing, and mini-hosting...


    In short, the previouslynguishing Super Topic had instantlye to life.


    Jiang Miany bored on the sofa, reading the script of "Linhua" while her cellphone on speaker mode let her listen to her agent¡¯s nagging.


    "In addition to ¡¯Linhua,¡¯ I just received a modern drama script today about detective investigations. It¡¯s quite an interesting genre, appealing to a wide audience, primarily because of the attractive character settings."


    Jiang Mian responded nonchntly, "Hmm, we can look at itter."


    "I¡¯ve actually received quite a lot of scripts here. When you have time, see if there¡¯s any you like. During this rising phase, don¡¯t rush to ept every script. Work on refining your character portrayal."


    "Those unappealing roles, like love-crazy ones, I¡¯ll just pass directly. If after the drama airs it doesn¡¯t be popr, I¡¯d get crucified."


    Many times, an actor¡¯s role can deeply imprint in the viewers¡¯ minds.


    Both good and bad ones.


    After all, now when people mention being love-crazy, apart from Wang Baochuan, there¡¯s also...


    "Also, ¡¯Linhua¡¯ will start shooting soon with apletely enclosed set. Pack your stuff; you¡¯ll really be going into the group for three to four months. I¡¯lle pick you up on Monday."


    "Hmm..."


    "You used to kill time by doing reviews and such, right? I see fans are digging up your past, urging you to release new livestream reviews. If you¡¯re free recently, you could revive your old gig."


    "After all, your level of influence andmercial value are directly corrted. If you want to rise higher, you need to use small things to show big brands your capabilities; these enhancements are essential."


    "Hmm..."


    Hmm??


    Jiang Mian responded instinctively and suddenly had a thought, abruptly sitting up.


    "Sister Ting, I¡¯ll go prepare for the livestream now, hanging up."


    Luo Ting, on hearing the "beep" on the phone, was a bit confused.


    When had she be such a quick action-taker??


    Since Jiang Mian wanted to prepare for a livestream, she had to get her team ready¡ªpublic rtions and trending topics.


    Jiang Mian pulled out a drawer beneath the living room, inside which was a transparent folder.


    There were four big characters "Lip ze Review" on the cover of the A4 paper inside the folder.


    She had stumbled upon it while looking for an extra charger the day before.


    This was obviously Fu Sichen¡¯s doing. She had mentioned it offhandedly that day, and the man actually took it seriously and made it happen.


    After flipping through the nearly 7 pages,


    Jiang Mian nced over until her eyesnded on thest supplemental suggestion¡ª


    "Delicious and great smelling, consider expanding the vors."


    She could hear his calction from home.


    After all, he had already tasted each vorst time.


    Jiang Mian went to the washroom and took out the whole box of seven-vored lip zes before cing them on the living room coffee table.


    She freshened up a bit, tying her hair into simple twin bubble braids; her youthful and delicate makeup made her look especially sweet.


    She turned on the living room lights, found a suitable angle, and started her livestream.


    The title was: "Lip ze Review"


    Jiang Mian¡¯s livestream wasn¡¯t announced beforehand, so not many viewers were present at the start.


    After ten seconds, more people started arriving, and some even sent virtual gifts like racecars.


    Jiang Mian was somewhat surprised, her gaze falling on one user ID¡ª


    "X2."

 Chapter 107: Your Husband is on TV

    <h4>Chapter 107: Chapter 107: Your Husband is on TV</h4>


    This name looks weird no matter how you look at it.


    She smiled and thanked this ID user, "Thank you, X2, for your support."


    Jiang Mian¡¯s gratitude quickly drew everyone¡¯s attention to this ID¡ª


    [I¡¯m dying, this big shot must be a science guy.]


    [X squared, hahaha, someone¡¯s been bewitched by their studies.]


    [This is what you call rich and smart.]


    [Maybe he¡¯s a flunkie, naming himself after math wishing it would love him back.]


    Before anyone could say much more, another sports car zoomed across the screen.


    Then yachts and sports cars kept appearing back and forth.


    Jiang Mian immediately closed the tipping channel, "This X2 user, having a lot of money doesn¡¯t mean you should burn it like this, okay? Today¡¯s livestream is the highly requested review that we haven¡¯t done in a while. Old rules, pure sharing, if it¡¯s not good, I get uglier!"


    [Hahahaha, sincerity is the ultimate skill.]


    [Sob sob, haven¡¯t seen this for so long, I¡¯ve followed our goddess and tried so many things.]


    [Right, right, right. I was just a passerby, but I watched every time she rmended stuff, she¡¯s really conscientious.]


    [Following Jiang Mian, I¡¯ve never faced a dud.]


    Jiang Mian then showcased the lip gloss in front of everyone, "Seven different colors and vors that are really rich in dopamine, I¡¯ve used every vor, just a thinyer before sleep, and waking up to do makeup, it¡¯s really moisturizing."


    "If it¡¯s not moisturizing, I¡¯ll eat all of these."


    [Hahahaha, Jiang Mian is killing me.]


    [We believe you, we believe you!]


    "This series, I suggest to all the gentlemen out there to buy a box for your significant other, happy smooching! Of course, girls should buy it for themselves too, because it can make you happy and enhance your sense of well-being."


    Jiang Mian tried each one in front of the camera, and although all were transparent lip glosses, each gave a different impression.


    "President Fu, what are youughing at?"


    The man in the backseat looked at the woman trying on colors on his phone and bent his thin lips with a low, indulgent voice, "I found a video I really like."


    Sitting in the front, Xu Lai caught a glimpse of his boss¡¯s phone screen by chance.


    A beautiful woman livestreaming.


    So President Fu is this kind of person in private, liking to watch beautiful women.


    "How much longer until we arrive?"


    The man put away his phone, his deep ck eyes scanned the constant flow of traffic outside.


    Xu Lai checked the time, "We¡¯re almost there, President Fu."


    "Mm, remember to send the things from the back seat back to Beishu Yipinter."


    "Got it, President Fu."


    Xu Lai quickly took notes on his phone.


    His memo was filled with habits of the president that he had just noted, true devilry.


    Dislikes coffee, prefers tea.


    He even carries a thermos with him, confirming that saying about keeping goji berries in a thermos.


    But now he seemed to fancy watching beautiful women livestream.


    The enigmatic yet somehow intimidating manner was three-foot-frightening.


    The days ahead for himself probably wouldn¡¯t be easy to predict.


    "Alright, that¡¯s all for our livestream today, see you next time~"


    Jiang Mian waved at the phone camera and then ended the livestream.


    It¡¯s been a while since thest livestream, and it was a bit overwhelming.


    She stood up and let out a slight sigh of relief, her beautiful eyes looking wistful, gazing at the sky which softened after a passing rain shower.


    "The weather finally gave us some rain."


    The past few days had been unbearably hot.


    Her phone on the coffee table rang, she nced at the note on it and answered.


    Before Jiang Mian could speak, an excited voice came through the phone, "OMG! OMG! OMG! Mianmian! Your husband¡¯s on TV!"


    ???


    Three "OMGs".


    Why is this missy so excited?

 Chapter 108: The President of Fu Group

    <h4>Chapter 108: Chapter 108: The President of Fu Group</h4>


    She settled herself calmly on the sofa, took a sip of the ck tea from her teacup, and smiled lightly, "Sichen appearing on TV is quite normal, what¡¯s there to be excited about?"


    Although she didn¡¯t know much about the military, she could tell that Sichen held a high rank in the army.


    It waspletely normal for such a positively influential figure to be on TV.


    "What! It¡¯s not about that, apart from the TV financial channels reporting about him, even the top trend on social media is about him, it literally exploded, your husband is the new CEO of Fu Group."


    ?!!!


    "What! How is that possible, real or fake!"


    Jiang Mian almost choked on her tea, standing up excitedly.


    "More real than real gold, I almost dislocated my jaw when I saw it. Just randomly getting married to someone and he turns out to be a corporate CEO, you should try buying a lottery ticket."


    Su Lixing thought it was someone with the same name when she saw the news.


    She almost dropped her phone when she clicked on the trending search and saw the video, and immediately called her best friend.


    "Hey, wait, did you already know..."


    "Beep¡ª"


    Su Lixing, looking at the phone that had suddenly hung up, had a gossip-hungry expression on her face.


    They¡¯d been married for so long and she hadn¡¯t noticed at all, not knowing whether her husband hid it too well or thedy was just too carefree.


    Now this was going to be interesting.


    She then found another contact in her phone: "President Lin, I believe your brother-inw¡¯s matter..."


    At that moment, Jiang Mian turned on the TV at home and tuned into the financial channel, where the news was being broadcast¡ª


    "Today, Sichen officially took over and managed the headquarters of Fu Group, bing the official CEO of Fu Group, with a press conference held by Fu Group this morning..."


    Jiang Mian couldn¡¯t clearly hear what was being said afterwards; her mind was still in a daze.


    Even on Weibo, the hashtag #SichenFuGroup was causing uproar amongizens.


    "Holy crap! What¡¯s this! My Ex-Husband is a CEO Reboot"


    "And now he¡¯s my current husband again!!! Just when I thought he was gone for two days, hees back"


    "Damn, I never thought I¡¯d see Captain Fu again, and here he is in a different guise"


    "My drool, help, military uniform so handsome, suits even more dashing, damn! What a charmer"


    "I¡¯ve wiped my screen three times now, haha"


    ...


    The uproar just wouldn¡¯t subside.


    Even "Wee to the Army, Rookie," directed by Director Xu, seized the opportunity to post a celebratory tweet about Sichen.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s phone was vibrating like crazy.


    At this moment, she slowly sat down in front of the sofa, trying to keep her brain cool.


    "Sichen..."


    How could it be...


    How had she not considered this possibility?


    Originally, to respond to the family¡¯s arrangement of a blind date, she casually mentioned having a boyfriend.


    Then began a series of cover-up operations until one day, she unexpectedly saw Sichen in a crowd, and from there, the two headed down the irretrievable path of getting a marriage certificate.


    Before getting the certificate, Jiang Mian had shared some family situations with him and told him he might need to appear in front of her parents, and Sichen readily agreed.


    And he simply mentioned that his family was abroad, so it didn¡¯t matter.


    She never inquired further since they had agreed not to intervene in each other¡¯s affairs.


    How had he now suddenly transformed into the CEO of Fu Group??


    "Beep¡ª"


    The sound of a card swiping outside brought Jiang Mian back to her senses.


    Could it be?

 Chapter 109: #About My Husband Being Worth Over a Hundred Million#

    <h4>Chapter 109: Chapter 109: #About My Husband Being Worth Over a Hundred Million#</h4>


    The door opened the next second, but it was just a strange man that appeared in front of Jiang Mian.


    !!!!


    Jiang Mian was startled, and even the man at the door was startled, repeatedly apologizing, "Sorry, sorry, I went to the wrong ce."


    He muttered a couple of sentences, "Isn¡¯t President Fu¡¯s house right here..."


    "Looking for Fu Sichen?"


    Xu Lai¡¯s eyes lit up, "Sorry to disturb, is this President Fu¡¯s house?"


    Jiang Mian stood up, "Yes, who are you?"


    "Miss, good day, I am President Fu¡¯s secretary. President Fu is tied up at the moment and asked us to move some things in. Would it be convenient toe in?"


    "Come in."


    A group of people put on shoe covers and quickly moved boxes of stuff into the study, putting them down quickly and then leaving.


    Xu Lai greeted, "Miss, sorry to bother you."


    "It¡¯s no bother."


    The group came in a hurry and left in a hurry.


    Xu Lai looked at the closed door, somewhat puzzled.


    There was actually someone stashed in President Fu¡¯s house, such a beautifuldy...


    It seemed like he had discovered some incredible secret.


    *


    "So, you really didn¡¯t know?"


    Jiang Mian sat on the barstool, her face full of gloom as she rested her chin in her hands, "If I knew, would I be like this?"


    Jiang Mian still felt like she was dreaming about the fact that #HerHusbandIsWorthBillions#.


    Although now that she thought about it carefully, Fu Sichen¡¯s bridal chamber, the rare treasures inside, and some of the daily expenses seemed to have ws everywhere.


    But she still felt that he was just an ordinary squad leader with a bit of family money.


    Su Lixing smiled and consoled Jiang Mian, "That just shows you have good taste. Originally, you just casually found someone to marry based on looks and physique, look now, not only is he handsome, but also rich and loaded."


    "I¡¯m telling you, it¡¯s rare to find, it¡¯s like stepping in dog poop, someone like Fu Sichen was already a prey in women¡¯s eyes before, even more so now, you caught him early, your fortune is still to follow."


    Jiang Mian listened to her best friend Su Lixing¡¯s incessantforting and was already overwhelmed.


    She didn¡¯t know whether it was a good or a bad thing for her.


    Right now, all she could think about was how to face Fu Sichen when she returned.


    She just hoped he wouldn¡¯te back tonight.


    She wouldn¡¯t see him once she started on set.


    But Jiang Mian didn¡¯t expect her calctions toe to nothing, not a trace left.


    The time on her phone jumped to 10:00 PM; Jiang Mian tiptoed into her home.


    Seeing the living room was pitch dark, she slightly rxed.


    Fu Sichen shouldn¡¯t be here, a new boss takes charge with a strong hand, staying at the office for three or four nights in a row wasn¡¯t unusual.


    Moreover, Fu Sichen didn¡¯t like it pitch dark at home; sometimes he¡¯d even leave a small night light on when sleeping.


    Thinking about this, Jiang Mian straightened her back and walked further in, lethargically stretching.


    "Back already?"


    !!!!


    ?!!!


    "Oh my! Who?"


    The sudden "greeting" startled Jiang Mian, making her nerves tense up, and she quickly scanned the surroundings, her gaze finally settling on the shadow of someone sitting cross-legged on the sofa.


    The next second, all the lights in the living room were turned on, Jiang Mian reflexively closed her eyes, and when she gathered herself and saw Fu Sichen cracking walnuts on the sofa.


    Had this man gone crazy?


    Switching identities, from a tough and hearty captain to a Taoist cultivating his body and soul?


    It had only been four or five days since theyst met, and here he was, trying to cultivate immortality in this pitch dark.

 Chapter 110: I Want You to Pamper Me

    <h4>Chapter 110: Chapter 110: I Want You to Pamper Me</h4>


    She couldn¡¯t help but tease him, "Captain Fu punches, President Fu cracks walnuts, such an unusual hobby."


    Fu Sichen slowly opened his eyes, his deep ck pupils especially inscrutable under the dim light. He stood up and walked straight to Jiang Mian, "Waiting for Mrs. Fu toe home."


    For a moment, Jiang Mian was at a loss for words. Her gaze flitted around, "Well, I¡¯m a bit tired, I¡¯ll go freshen up first."


    What the hell.


    Why does Fu Sichen¡¯s aura seem so intimidating now?


    I actually find myself subconsciously scared of him.


    Jiang Mian, have some spine, okay? You still need to confront him about hiding such a big secret for over a year after getting the marriage certificate.


    Fu Sichen watched Jiang Mian¡¯s retreating back and let out a low chuckle with a smirk.


    Howe a few days without seeing her, she acts like a mouse who has seen a cat around me?


    Jiang Mian: Who are you calling a mouse??


    *


    By the time Jiang Mian came out of the bathroom, Fu Sichen was still leaning against the headboard, reviewing documents on his tablet.


    Jiang Mian tugged at the hair tie on her head, letting her slightly curly, fluffy hair cascade down. She climbed onto the bed,pletely bypassing Fu Sichen.


    She really got more and more annoyed the more she thought about it in the bathroom.


    Damn man!


    Sharing a bed yet dreaming different dreams.


    The chill that had settled in was not formed in a single frosty day.


    And now he¡¯s just lying there as calm as if nothing had happened.


    Men really are untrustworthy.


    Jiang Mian yanked the nket, rolling half of it around herself.


    Fu Sichen saw his nket being pulled to one side and looked down at the slender back that was deliberately turned away from him, the gap between themrge enough for another person to lie down.


    Fu Sichen let out a softugh, put the tablet aside, and turned off the bedsidemp.


    After lying down, Jiang Mian thought she¡¯d be too troubled to fall asleep, but before long, she drifted off.


    Deep into the night.


    Unconsciously, Jiang Mian rolled into a warm breath.


    Her skin was both cool and tender, now as if in a zing furnace, her body temperature raising in waves.


    "Mmm... so hot..."


    In her sleep, Jiang Mian tried to push away the "furnace", only to realize she couldn¡¯t muster any strength.


    She struggled to open her eyes, and the first thing she saw was the man¡¯s alert ck pupils, his voice gentle yet annoyed, "Fu Sichen... It¡¯s too hot, don¡¯t touch me."


    Jiang Mian¡¯s eyshes trembled, and there was a mistiness at the corners of her eyes, her hazy face a bit unhappy.


    But Fu Sichen showed no sign of letting go.


    She became more alert, ring at the man beside her, about to push him away¡ª


    !!!


    What shed across her hand?


    Jiang Mian focused on her left ring finger.


    !!!!!!


    A couture diamond ring made her much more alert, sparkling like a gxy even in the darkness of the room.


    Fu Sichen wrapped his arm around Jiang Mian¡¯s slender waist, his voice crisp and deep, with a raspy texture, "Do you still want me to touch you?"


    Hearing this, Jiang Mian quickly understood what he meant.


    "Carefully prepared for Mrs. Fu, do you like it?"


    It could only be said that Fu Sichen knew how to capture her weakness all too well, especially with these shiny jewelry pieces.


    The quid pro quo of dependency.


    Jiang Mian turned to look at Fu Sichen, her bright and bold lips curling up, "Who would have a problem with money."


    "Then can Mrs. Fu listen to my apology and let me exin."


    As their eyes met, the atmosphere between them grew heavier, and a dangerous scent enveloped them.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s little face was flushed, whether from the heat or something else, with an enchanting allure that sparked wild imaginations.


    "I want you to pamper me!"


    Fu Sichen pinched the woman¡¯s slender waist, his throat letting out a low chuckle, "How does Mrs. Fu want to be pampered today?"


    Jiang Mian¡¯s alluring eyes gleamed, her soft fingertips wandering downwards, her smilezy and teasing, "Today, I want to be on top!"

 Chapter 111: Do This Again Next Time

    <h4>Chapter 111: Chapter 111: Do This Again Next Time</h4>


    *


    The next day.


    The morning sunlight fell in front of the window, filtering through the hazy mist, warm andfortable.


    Jiang Miany on her side, her fine ck hair casually spread across the pillow.


    Her eyes were tinged with red, her whole body too soft to function, a hint of regret in her eyes.


    Overwhelmed by beauty.


    She really couldn¡¯t control herself.


    Her hand still felt sore, subtly trembling.


    "People look deceiving."


    Jiang Mian stared at the man who was straightening his tie in front of the floor-length mirror, his stature upright, his features cool, the watch on his wrist made him seem somewhat aloof and noble.


    Fu Sichen¡¯s voice carried a smile, tinged with the hoarseness of the early morning after: "Hmm, do it like this again next time."


    ??!!


    Jiang Mian wrapped herself in the nket and sat up, her gaze full of silent reproach watching the man whose smile deepened.


    Fu Sichen stepped forward and dropped a kiss on Jiang Mian¡¯s forehead: "Off to work now."


    Jiang Mian watched as the door gently closed before she could snap out of it.


    "..."


    He really wasn¡¯t human.


    What time did it endst night??


    Emmm...


    She couldn¡¯t remember, but at the very least the roosters had crowed.


    Indeed, the capitalist exploited others and brutally exploited himself as well.


    Jiang Mian rolled up in the nket and went back to sleep.


    *


    "Ever since ¡¯Join Up, Rookie¡¯ began updating with official content, not to mention your poprity has really been rising, it just skyrocketed."


    "Andst time your cheongsam at the red carpet was too sensational, this time ¡¯Queen¡¯ magazine wants to invite you as their next cover, and they also want to conduct a personal interview with you."


    Jiang Mian yawned and drank her porridge,zily listening to Luo Ting discussing these schedules and notices.


    Luo Ting was buoyant with happiness, finally seeing the light at the end of the tunnel.


    Once her ancestral worrier joined the crew for "Linghua," the broadcast would surely surge in poprity again.


    "Jiang Mian! You¡¯re really going to make it big, get ready!"


    "Hmm, I know."


    Luo Ting looked at the woman before her, so calmlyposed, and at the few marks on her corbone area.


    She was exhausted.


    Give her a break.


    "President Fu isn¡¯t at home today, huh."


    Jiang Mian put down her spoon and nced at Luo Ting: "I wouldn¡¯t dare keep him at home."


    Yesterday¡¯s revtion of Fu Sichen being the president of Fu Group blew up among those who knew about her rtionship with Fu Sichen.


    Her own agent was among them.


    She sent dozens of messages, and when she didn¡¯t respond, started calling directly.


    Watching the spectacle unfold was truly her style.


    "Your husband is President Fu now, when you need some resources, just ask your husband, make a little sacrifice, happy and prosperous, double blessings."


    ???


    What kind of agent talks like that?


    "Sister Ting, with you sending artists to a capitalist¡¯s bed, who would want to work with you?"


    Listen to that.


    A capitalist??


    That¡¯s your husband!!


    "By the way, I might not be able to apany you throughout as you join the set, so I found you an assistant."


    Previously, when Jiang Mian led a calm and lukewarm life, Luo Ting had ample time to handle her matters and spend time with her.


    Now, with the uing secluded filming, and Jiang Mian bing highly sought after, many business deals required her personal involvement to negotiate and select the iing proposals.


    In this situation, apanying Jiang Mian would consume all her time.


    Thinking it over, it was more appropriate to find a personal assistant.


    Luo Ting ced the assistant¡¯s resume in front of Jiang Mian: "Take a look, it¡¯s almost like family, trust me."


    It¡¯s really difficult to find suitable, hearty personnel in the entertainment circle, especially personal assistants for artists.


    After all, besides discretion, flexibility, courage, the most important thing is their integrity.


    There had been many instances where assistants exposed artists¡¯ private lives, resulting in their utter ruin and disgrace.

 Chapter 112: What Are You Looking At?

    <h4>Chapter 112: Chapter 112: What Are You Looking At?</h4>


    Jiang Mian nced at the resume Luo Ting handed her, "21 years old? Quite young, isn¡¯t she? And with a finance background, being an assistant might be beneath her talents."


    "Don¡¯t worry, her parents pushed her into studying finance. Just look at what she¡¯s good at."


    Jiang Mian¡¯s gaze fell on the application skills listed below.


    [Photoshop, video editing, photography, text drafting...]


    Even many of her awards were in video editing and media-rted fields.


    She truly was a rebel at heart.


    "I see she doesn¡¯t live nearby. Does she have a ce to stay? If not, I¡¯ll arrange something."


    "She¡¯s got a ce. The girl said she enjoys living alone because it gives her freedom, and with her chatty and clever personality..."


    Jiang Mian¡¯s eyes slightly curled, appearing half-asleep.


    She checked her phone.


    Hmm??


    Her eyesnded on a red dot in front of the contact name "Slutty Dog".


    Slutty Dog: [Where are you?]


    Jiang Mian: [At home]


    Slutty Dog: [Okay, good]


    ???


    Just five words in total. What was Fu Sichen up to?


    "Ding Dong."


    The doorbell rang.


    Jiang Mian got up to open the door and was greeted by a line of neatly dressed people, looking like some kind of team.


    "Who are you looking for?"


    "Sorry, are you Mrs. Fu? We were sent by President Fu specifically to do your makeup."


    Luo Ting came over upon hearing the noise.


    !!!


    The speaking woman was all too familiar.


    The most popr makeup artist in the entertainment circle right now, Nini.


    "Mrs. Fu, how may I..."


    Jiang Mian didn¡¯t immediately guess what Fu Sichen was up to: "Come in."


    The styling team entered one by one.


    Before Jiang Mian could react, someone was already applying toner on her.


    Her natural beauty was excellent, so the makeup artists didn¡¯t change much, retaining her original aggressive allure while adding a touch of softness, disying her beauty in full splendor.


    Jiang Mian changed into a whitece cheongsam, outlining her exquisite figure. Though simple, the cheongsam entuated her stunning bone structure, her deep, dark eyes sparkling, exuding a hard-to-describe charm.


    "My goodness, I must get you that magazine shoot."


    Luo Ting always knew Jiang Mian looked good in anything¡ªa natural clotheshorse.


    Surprisingly, after trying on the cheongsamst time, she found every piece carried an extra hint of a story on her.


    Nini looked at Jiang Mian with satisfaction: "Mrs. Fu, truly a natural beauty. Very pretty."


    "Thank you, but it¡¯s really your skilled hands."


    Ten minutester, Jiang Mian got into the car arranged by Fu Sichen.


    Luo Ting struck up a conversation with the makeup artist Nini, standing beside her...


    Inside the car.


    The man in the backseat appeared somewhat weary, casually flipping through the documents in his hands.


    Xu Lai, sitting in the front, was slightly tense.


    He only remembered yesterday that this was the Jiang Mian who used to join President Fu in variety shows.


    It all felt familiar.


    Could the two of them really be in that kind of rtionship...


    Jiang Mian leaned backfortably on the rear seat cushion, Fu Sichen¡¯s new car was much morefortable than the big G.


    Fu Sichen put down the documents, his deep gaze resting on the indolently lounging Jiang Mian.


    In her clean cheongsam, sitting down, a pair of slender, white legs intermittently visible through the slit of the cheongsam.


    Even hernguid demeanor had a seductive allure.


    Jiang Mian nced sideways at the man¡¯s faint gaze and red at him: "What are you staring at?"


    Fu Sichen, looking at the assertive woman in front of him, teased, "Mrs. Fu, still got bed hair at this time of day..."


    His voice trailed off with a faint, bone-chilling resonance.


    Xu Lai instinctively hit the brakes.


    Due to inertia, Jiang Mian subconsciously leaned forward, and just as her face was about to hit the cushion in front, Fu Sichen pulled her over.


    Jiang Mian ended up leaning against Fu Sichen¡¯s chest, her eyes carrying a hint of panic as she lifted her head to look at his clear-cut face.


    This position...


    Why does it feel so strange?

 Chapter 113: Time to Act Along with Fu Someone

    <h4>Chapter 113: Chapter 113: Time to Act Along with Fu Someone</h4>


    Fu Sichen¡¯s voice was gentle, with a slightly cool temperature, "Secretary Xu, do I need to send you back to take your driving test?"


    "Sorry, President Fu, there won¡¯t be a next time."


    Xu Lai took a deep breath, fearing the next second President Fu would fire him.


    If it hadn¡¯t been for that "Madam" he heard earlier...


    Damn, knowing too much really could get you silenced.


    The car slowly left the bustling area and entered the ancient streets of North City, the shade from the trees beside the road growing deeper as they went further in.


    Jiang Mian wasn¡¯t as familiar with North City as she was with Su City¡ªthis kind of ce¡ª


    It felt more like Fu Sichen was going to sell her off.


    She turned to look at Fu Sichen, who was at that moment resting with his eyes closed, his thin lips lightly pursed, his jawline sharply defined as if naturally sculpted.


    Forget it.


    She was this tired just on her second day on the job.


    Indeed, a big boss is still a worker, just the top-tier kind.


    Noticing the woman¡¯s gaze, Fu Sichen lifted his eyelids and met Jiang Mian¡¯s contemtive eyes, a slight curve at the corner of his mouth, "Hmm? Is there something written on my face?"


    Jiang Mian somewhat annoyingly turned her head away, her delicate white fingertips resting on her forehead.


    She really shouldn¡¯t have looked at him.


    "Where are you taking me?"


    Jiang Mian was now finding it increasingly strange, thinking about why she was just following whatever this man said.


    She could¡¯ve refused.


    Hiss¡ª


    Surely she was seduced by his looks.


    "Home."


    ???


    What home?


    "Did you buy another house?"


    A flicker of amusement crossed Fu Sichen¡¯s face as he watched the woman in front of him, his voice casual, "Too many, not buying for now."


    "..."


    "Going back to the old house, to have dinner with Grandpa."


    Just as Jiang Mian was feeling overwhelmed by his sheer Versailles syndrome, his next words snapped her back to reality.


    Her eyes widened as she quickly looked at the scenery outside.


    What kind of fairy-tale ce was this?


    "Why didn¡¯t you say it earlier? I¡¯mpletely unprepared."


    Fu Sichen¡¯s gaze was calm, and his light voice showed no significant variation in emotion, "Mrs. Fu¡¯s acting doesn¡¯t need preparation."


    Jiang Mian: Moral kidnapping!!!


    tant moral kidnapping!


    The bastard! Acting first, reporting after!!


    Soon the car stopped on a secluded ancient road, beside it stood an old house with quaint charm.


    Jiang Mian seemed to remember¡ªthe old street of North City was a wealthy area, many of whom were outstanding people from the older generation who mainly spent their twilight years here.


    Xu Lai took the luggage out of the trunk and stood behind Fu Sichen and Jiang Mian.


    Between this couple, there was room for two more people, but their gazes...


    President Fu was head over heels in love.


    Fu Sichen stepped forward, standing beside Jiang Mian, leaning in close to her ear with his crisp and calm voice, "Today you are to apany Mr. Fu in acting, Mrs. Fu must abide by the agreement, hmm~"


    Jiang Mian shivered involuntarily.


    Threatened!!


    The agreement between the two before their marriage license had a use¡ª


    [If needed to deal with the other¡¯s family matters, full cooperation is required without second words.]


    At that time, this was a use especially crafted by Jiang Mian for herself, as Ms. Jiang worried about her children being unaware of life and death outside and specifically set the rule to return home for a meal at the beginning of each month.


    Never did she expect it to backfire on her one day.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s beautiful lips stretched into a smile as she took the initiative to link arms with Fu Sichen, "Don¡¯t worry, my Movie Queen acting skills."


    Fu Sichen¡¯s lips curved slightly, a deep chuckle sounding from his throat.


    The two stepped inside. It was Jiang Mian¡¯s first visit to the old house, and she felt quite unfamiliar with the surroundings.


    Until they entered the living room, where they were met by a middle-aged man with ck Chinese-style sses: "Young Master, Young Madam."


    Fu Sichen nodded slightly, "Uncle Wang."


    Following Fu Sichen, Jiang Mian also greeted, "Uncle Wang."


    Uncle Wang smiled and nodded, "So this is the Young Madam, indeed, one meets her to realize how fortunate our young master is."


    Jiang Mian felt pretty pleased hearing this.


    Who wouldn¡¯t enjoypliments about themselves?

 Chapter 114: Brother Xiao Fu…

    <h4>Chapter 114: Chapter 114: Brother Xiao Fu...</h4>


    She lifted her small face toward Fu Sichen with a somewhat haughty expression, which caused Fu Sichen to let out a low chuckle.


    Before Xu Lai arrived, he had always been abroad, considered a talent cultivated by Old Mr. Fu for Fu Sichen.


    It was truly a bit overwhelming for him to be here for the first time.


    "Young master and madam, please take a seat first. Grandpa is still upstairs painting and wille down in a bit."


    "Mm, Uncle Wang, please take Secretary Xu to rest on the side."


    "Alright, Secretary Xu, please follow me."


    After the two men left, the spacious living room was left with only Jiang Mian and Fu Sichen.


    Jiang Mian breathed a sigh of relief, her tense body slightly rxed.


    "Is Mrs. Fu nervous?"


    Jiang Mian gave him a disdainful look. What a stupid question!


    "I haven¡¯t even met Grandpa yet. You¡¯ve been helping me so much before; I don¡¯t want to embarrass myself in front of you."


    Fu Sichen hooked his lips into a smile, staring nonchntly at the woman in front of him whose eyes were shimmering like ripples in water. His eyes slightly upturned, there was an indescribable charm and allure to his gaze.


    "Grandpa likes you very much."


    Jiang Mian frowned slightly and looked at Fu Sichen. "How do you know?"


    "After all, love me, love my dog."


    Jiang Mian felt a tingling sensation at the back of her head, and a blush began to creep up her ears.


    Just as she was at a loss for how to respond, Fu Jingcun arrived fashionablyte, leaning on a cane, his gentle eyes smiling: "What are you two discussing? Let this old man in on it too."


    Fu Sichen stood up and helped Grandpa sit down: "Grandpa."


    Jiang Mian looked at the elderly gentleman in front of her and felt a very familiar sensation. She seemed to have seen him before. She politely addressed him: "Grandpa, I¡¯m Jiang Mian."


    Fu Jingcun looked at Jiang Mian kindly and waved his hand, gesturing for her to sit down quickly: "Ah, ah, good, don¡¯t be formal in your own home."


    Jiang Mian took a seat, sitting up straight, her hands resting on herp, somewhat awkwardly intertwined.


    Fu Sichen lowered his eyes and grasped Jiang Mian¡¯s hands: "Grandpa, please don¡¯t scare her."


    Upon hearing this, Fu Jingcunughed: "You kid, how could I scare your wife, right? Lin Family girl."


    !!!!


    Jiang Mian suddenly looked up, a sparkle of surprise in her expression.


    Lin Family girl...


    The only one who called her that was¡ª


    Jiang Mian¡¯s lips trembled slightly as she spoke in a faint voice: "Grandpa Fu?"


    Fu Jingcun¡¯s eyes crinkled into a smile upon hearing these three words: "You recognized me?"


    Jiang Mian was momentarily lost in thought.


    As a child, she had lived in North City for a while, staying with her maternal grandfather.


    Next door lived a Grandpa Fu, who was a friend of her grandfather¡¯s. They would spend time together drinking tea, ying chess, and painting.


    And Grandpa Fu liked to call her Lin Family girl because everyone used to call her by her nickname back then¡ªLin Xuan.


    A few dayster, a brother arrived at Grandpa Fu¡¯s house, iming to be Grandpa Fu¡¯s grandson, who had finished his studies ande over. The two became really good friends.


    Whenever she got into trouble, Brother Xiao Fu would always cover for her, indulging her reckless behavior, even to the point where her grandfather could no longer stand it.


    What came afterward was the sudden passing of her grandfather due to an illness, and she was taken back to Su City by her parents. Brother Xiao Fu also left to study, and theypletely lost touch.


    When Jiang Mian turned 18 and reached adulthood, she went back to have a look, but the ce from her childhood was long gone, with no trace of the past left.


    And now...


    She came back to her senses and looked at Fu Jingcun, then at Fu Sichen.


    "You can¡¯t be... Brother Xiao Fu..."


    She didn¡¯t even dare to contemte the possibility.


    How could Fu Sichen possibly be Brother Xiao Fu? They both had the surname Fu, but in her mind, they had always been two different people.


    With the current situation¡ª


    Jiang Mian felt as if her brain¡¯s CPU was burning out.

 Chapter 115: Mrs. Fu, Are You Angry?

    <h4>Chapter 115: Chapter 115: Mrs. Fu, Are You Angry?</h4>


    Fu Sichen noticed Jiang Mian¡¯s somewhat troubled expression and took her slightly damp and warm palm without hesitation, "Grandpa, we¡¯re going to step outside for a moment; we¡¯ll be back soon."


    Fu Jingcun looked at his grandson and granddaughter-inw with a loving smile, "Go on, there¡¯s no rush. Take your time."


    If he hurried, his family might soon celebrate four generations under one roof.


    ted, he felt like painting a picture or writing a calligraphy piece.


    Leaning on his cane, Fu Jingcun returned to his study.


    Fu Sichen led Jiang Mian by the hand to the wooden swing in the backyard garden.


    The flower vines twisted and climbed upwards, circling around. The swing here was exactly like the one at their own home.


    As their eyes met, both halted, "You..."


    "Mhm, me first."


    Fu Sichen invited Jiang Mian to sit on the swing and squatted in front of her, holding the swing¡¯s ropes, "I searched for you for a very long time. Luckily, that day in the crowd, I happened to meet you, and you happened to choose me."


    Jiang Mian¡¯s lips pressed slightly together, her mind a swirl of thoughts she couldn¡¯t decipher.


    Perhaps the torrent of events was too much for her to digest all at once.


    Her longshes lifted slightly, "But you never mentioned it before."


    It seemed she remembered something and let out a softugh, "That¡¯s true, I suppose I should have known."


    Even knowing he was Brother Xiao Fu, what could it change? And if she didn¡¯t, what then? Their marriage was an agreement, a way for her to deal with her family obligations.


    It was only natural for them not to understand each other.


    Her words fell silent for half a second.


    She forced a thin smile, "Since it¡¯s just an agreement, there¡¯s no need to talk about it. As long as I know now, that¡¯s enough."


    Fu Sichen¡¯s calm face dimmed slightly, "Mrs. Fu, you¡¯re angry."


    "The young miss doesn¡¯t get angry; she just analyzes things realistically."


    Jiang Mian stood up, and Fu Sichen followed suit, "Fu Sichen, we can¡¯t go back to the past. What¡¯s in the past is Brother Xiao Fu, and now you¡¯re President Fu, my husband in name only."


    With that, she stepped away in her high heels, disappearing from Fu Sichen¡¯s view.


    He rubbed his brow, realizing his treasure was truly upset.


    *


    p.m. in a high-end residential area of North City.


    "Did you skip dinner and decide to reincarnate at my ce?"


    Su Lixing poured some water and pushed it toward Jiang Mian.


    After a couple of sips, Jiang Mian began slowly, "Today I went to meet Fu Sichen¡¯s grandfather."


    Hmm??


    "That was quick. Meeting the parents already. Mianmian, you two are turning this fake y into reality, finding harmony in every aspect."


    Su Lixing had thought from the first nce at Fu Sichen that the pair were a handsome match made in heaven.


    Aside from initially feeling uneasy about Fu Sichen¡¯s line of work, the more she considered, the rarer it seemed to find someone as attractive in their social circle; she gradually came to ept it.


    And so, she began to root for this "agreement couple."


    And now Jiang Mian had met Grandpa Fu, the most authoritative elder in the Fu Family.


    It seemed like good times were on the horizon.


    "Hey, you¡¯ve met the family, but you look pale and troubled. Could it be that Old Mr. Fu didn¡¯t like you?"


    Su Lixing instantly knew something was wrong with Jiang Mian when she walked in, having known her for so many years.


    Jiang Mian let out a sigh, her mind still reying the scenes from the afternoon, "Old Mr. Fu is Grandpa Fu, a good friend of my grandpa, and Fu Sichen is..."


    She didn¡¯t finish her sentence, and Su Lixing shared the same startled expression they had that afternoon, "!!! I... you... You and Fu Sichen..."


    She was at a loss for words, unsure of where to even begin.

 Chapter 116: Care About

    <h4>Chapter 116: Chapter 116: Care About</h4>


    Susu also took a sip of water and sorted her thoughts, "So the reason you¡¯re feeling down now is because you found out about this?"


    Jiang Mian pressed her lips slightly, feeling indescribable.


    Caring?


    Angry?


    Or...


    Something else?


    She began to care about why Fu Sichen hid many things from her.


    But originally, there was a unique tacit understanding between them¡ªthere was no need to break it or argue over it.


    But now, she felt she herself was bing a bit strange?


    She would get angry upon suddenly hearing news about him through others.


    Yet, she felt it was something to be expected.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s mind was in chaos, so much that she felt she was bing contradictory.


    Susu got up and pushed her into the bathroom, "Alright, stop thinking, take a shower, rest well at my ce today. I¡¯ll get you pajamas, don¡¯t think about it anymore!"


    Susu closed the door to the bathroom, and Jiang Mian took out her phone to send a message¡ª


    "How much do you know about Fu Sichen?"


    *


    Dawn was breaking, the crack of dawn on the edge of the clouds quickly dispersed.


    Jiang Mian had slept lightly throughout the night, still in her dreams¡ª


    "Brother Xiao Fu, we need to grow up together, I still want to y with you!"


    "Brother Xiao Fu... I don¡¯t want to leave, I can¡¯t bear to leave you..."


    "Brother Xiao Fu..."


    Jiang Mian slowly opened her eyes, which still seemed a bit teary.


    She rubbed her tangled hair, her head still spinning.


    All night long, "Brother Xiao Fu"...


    Fu Sichen.


    Inescapable.


    Luo Ting happened to call, "You¡¯re not at home?"


    "Um, at Susu¡¯s ce."


    "No wonder, I was pressing the doorbell for a long time and there was no response."


    Fu Sichen was not at home?


    Jiang Mian¡¯s head was still spinning, but she was much clearer as she walked toward the bathroom, "What is it?"


    She turned on speakerphone and ced her phone on the shelf in front of the sink.


    "The cast of ¡¯Linghua¡¯ said they want to start earlier. Get ready there, it¡¯s confirmed that we¡¯ll start shooting the day after tomorrow. They said it¡¯s an auspicious day, probably going to take the costume photos tomorrow."


    "Ah..."


    Luo Ting sensed something was off, "Are you still not awake this early?"


    Jiang Mian¡¯s speech was muffled, "Brushing my teeth."


    "Since you¡¯re not at home, forget it for now. I was thinking of showing you some of Yangyang¡¯s work that you need to get familiar with, and introduce her to you."


    "If I head back now, it¡¯s probably going to take over half an hour, not good to keep you waiting at the door?"


    Luo Ting wasn¡¯t in much haste, "No worries, rx now, once you start, the pressure will be huge. Watch your diet, you¡¯re going on set soon, and Director Ming has high demands."


    Jiang Mian nodded, seriously washing herself, "Don¡¯t worry, juste to my ce to pick me up tomorrow."


    "Alright."


    Jiang Mian had just hung up the phone when Susu knocked on the bathroom door, and her phone screen was still lit, waving at Jiang Mian.


    "I heard everything, so you¡¯re joining the crew tomorrow?"


    Jiang Mian wiped her face with a washcloth, "Yes, it¡¯s a closed filming, probably going to take over three months."


    That was just a conservative estimate, considering Director Ming¡¯s high standards and the unpredictability of what could happen in the crew.


    But avoiding Fu Sichen during this time might be good.


    She really didn¡¯t know how to face him now.


    Perhaps the frequent interactions recently had given her some illusions.


    Cooling down was probably for the best.


    "Alright then, are you going to the auction tonight? There are rare items, you¡¯ll definitely like it."


    Jiang Mian didn¡¯t even think about it and agreed right away, "Let¡¯s go."


    It would be her final rxation before joining the crew.

 Chapter 117: Auction

    <h4>Chapter 117: Chapter 117: Auction</h4>


    *


    North City Eight-star Hotel Top Floor


    Auction Site


    Many of the items up for auction this time were from Royal Treasures and had won everyone¡¯s favor, attracting arge crowd.


    To prevent influence from power and status, this auction was arranged as a "masked auction."


    Jiang Mian took a fox mask from a staff member, "Thank you."


    "Eh, seriously, with this on, I can¡¯t recognize anyone."


    High society was a cycle, and most of those attending the auction probably knew each other. The organizers had certainly made it so that nobody could tell who was who.


    Upon entering the venue, Jiang Mian and Su Lixing went straight to the second floor to find their private room and sat down.


    After scanning the room, Jiang Mian¡¯s gaze quickly lingered on a figure, "Look, there¡¯s President Lin."


    Su Lixing followed Jiang Mian¡¯s gaze.


    A flicker of surprise crossed her eyes before quickly returning to calm, and she smiled with a slight lift of her lips, "Your brother has not been busytely, just loitering around North City every day."


    Jiang Mian herself was curious about this very question, but then she thought, "Being busy is just an excuse, winning a beauty¡¯s smile is what¡¯s really important."


    "Right, Susu?"


    Su Lixing cast a brief nce, her pretty eyes shining, "Of course, even someone as busy as President Fu hase out."


    Fu Sichen?


    Jiang Mian¡¯s brows furrowed slightly, and she quickly caught a glimpse of the man in a well-tailored suit. His neat tie gave an intimidating presence, and even wearing a mask among the crowd, he stood out distinctly.


    She quickly averted her gaze, nonchntly saying, "Oh, it has nothing to do with me."


    Su Lixingughed, these two were always so stubborn with each other.


    The auction officially began.


    The auctioneer introduced tonight¡¯s first item, "From n Ind¡¯s royal collection, the Mermaid Ne."


    As the ck cloth was lifted, a blue gem sparkled under the lights, radiant and alluring. Even from a distance, the surrounding ring of smaller diamonds caught everyone¡¯s attention.


    Jiang Mian flipped through the booklet of items, her red lips curling into a half-smile, "No wonder it¡¯s so crowded, they¡¯ve arranged one grand item after another."


    The opening Mermaid Ne was a rare treasure in itself, just an appetizer among many, and whether one could swallow the rest would depend on capability.


    "The starting bid is 800,000."


    "900,000!"


    "1 million!"


    The prices rapidly escted.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s eyes sparkled with interest, and with a side nce, she observed the man seated on the other side, serene and detached, his thin lips seemingly pondering something.


    "I think this ck Gemstone looks pretty nice!"


    Su Lixing pointed to an item on a page, a ck pearl gemstone ne, a natural wonder that already captivated even in photos, unimaginable what the actual item would look like.


    The only response she received from Jiang Mian was silent stillness.


    ??


    "Mianmian?"


    "Jiang Mian??"


    Jiang Mian¡¯s train of thought was interrupted, her gaze returning, "Hmm?"


    "Did you hear what I said?"


    Jiang Mian¡¯s eyes fell on the booklet in Su Lixing¡¯s hands, "I heard you, you like this one."


    "..."


    Should it be said that it¡¯s because one¡¯s best friend responds too quickly, or because she knows her too well.


    "2 million for the first time! 2 million for the second time! 2 million for the third time!"


    "Bang!"


    The gavel fell with a muffled sound.


    Thepetition for the first few items was not very fierce, probably because the majority were eyeing the itemsing upter.


    [A set of pink diamond jewelry series]


    [ck Gemstone Pearl Ne]


    [Over 1000-year-old openwork filigree white porcin]


    ["Blue Moon" gemstone ring]


    [A yellow diamond ne crafted with white diamonds and rose gold]


    ...

 Chapter 118: Go Pay the Bill for the Madame

    <h4>Chapter 118: Chapter 118: Go Pay the Bill for the Madame</h4>


    The auctioneer brought out the next item. "The next lot is the highly anticipated and coveted set of pink diamond jewelry series, including the pink diamond once owned by the Royal Queen, a ne of pink and white diamonds, as well as earrings, with a starting bid of 20 million!"


    "22 million!"


    "25 million!"


    The pace of raising the bid was swift, and there was no intention of going easy on thepetition.


    Su Lixing yfully said to Jiang Mian with a slight curve of her red lips, "You¡¯re not considering this set?"


    "Of course, I¡¯m waiting for the right moment."


    "35 million!"


    Jiang Mian raised her bidding paddle nonchntly. "50 million!"


    A 50 million bid drew the attention of many, even Su Lixing was a bit stunned on the side.


    One by one people were upping the bid by a million, but she raised it by a whopping 10 million.


    A grand gesture.


    "Who is that person up there?"


    "With a mask on, who can tell? Anyway, those seated on the second floor are either rich or noble, probably some young mistress from a wealthy family."


    "50 million once! 50 million twice!"


    "55 million!"


    A deep, maic male voice rose from the crowd.


    Jiang Mian frowned slightly and turned towards the sound.


    ????


    Fu Sichen?!!!!


    Was he trying topete with her?


    President Fu is obviously trying to buy it for you, and your own family is raising the price just so it can go to someone else¡¯s field.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s beautiful eyes were luminous, and beneath her mask her peach blossom eyes were unwittingly seductive and dazzling.


    This lifeline was indeed tightly controlled by Fu Sichen.


    No, this won¡¯t do.


    She couldn¡¯t let him get his way so easily.


    And who could guarantee he was buying it for her?


    She could buy it herself.


    "60 million!"


    "Wow!!"


    "This is so thrilling!"


    "But is this pink diamond really worth so much?"


    "As long as someone likes it, who would darepete with President Fu?"


    Even with a mask on, Fu Sichen was still a figure that could not be ignored among the crowd; the aura around him, hisplexion, and his whole hard and thorny presence sent chills down people¡¯s spines.


    Just as Fu Sichen was about to bid again, Xu Lai, who was standing by, bent over and whispered something into his ear.


    Fu Sichen looked back slightly towards the woman with the uptilted red lips, a determined and aggressive glint in his eyes.


    Jiang Mian met Fu Sichen¡¯s gaze without looking away; the smile at the corner of her lips was beguilingly beautiful and unforgettable. She casually waved towards Fu Sichen with a hint of haughty demeanor.


    Fu Sichen chuckled, his Adam¡¯s apple letting out a deep chuckle. "Just go directly to pay for the madam."


    "60 million once! 60 million twice! 60 million three times!"


    The auctioneer was also especially excited. "Let¡¯s congratte thedy upstairs; we will bring the item to you in a moment."


    "Alright, the next item is the ck Gemstone pearl ne, with a starting bid of 8 million!"


    Jiang Mian propped her chin with one hand, her gaze shifting towards her brother.


    The show was about to start.


    Su Lixing bid directly. "10 million!"


    "15 million!"


    "18 million!"


    Bids were quickly followed up.


    Su Lixing lifted her paddle again. "20 million!"


    "21 million!"


    "What¡¯s going on? Why do so many people like this dull-looking thing?"


    Su Lixing watched as the bidding continued below with no sign of stopping.


    Jiang Mian picked up the juice in front of her and took a sip. "No rush, they¡¯re still raising the price."


    "Everyone seems to have such sharp taste."


    You wouldn¡¯t be able to find a second one worldwide.


    A top-notch, unparalleled treasure.


    "50 million!"


    While others were still upping the bid below, someone directly shot the price up to 50 million in one go.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s red lips curved up.


    Her big brother had made his move.

 Chapter 119: Mrs. Fu Gets Scolded

    <h4>Chapter 119: Chapter 119: Mrs. Fu Gets Scolded</h4>


    Su Lixing nced toward the source of the noise, her red lips pursing slightly, and her expression a bit unnatural.


    "What¡¯s going on today? The second floor is like a battleground of immortals, and it¡¯s all men bidding."


    "I know, right?"


    "They really are willing to spend a fortune to gain a beauty¡¯s favor."


    "50 million once! 50 million twice! 50 million three times! Sold."


    The hammer sealed the deal.


    The white porcin in the back was like an immortal¡¯s battleground, especially for those with a great interest in collecting antiques. Many people came today specifically for this.


    "It would be okay to bid on this for Old Lin, but unfortunately, my funds are limited."


    Jiang Mian nced at the empty seat not far away.


    Compared to her real father and brother, she seemed more interested in colors, bidding on what she wanted and then leaving.


    Time is truly precious for a capitalist.


    All she could do was apologize to her father, her son¡¯sck of interest, and her daughter¡¯s limited liquidity hindered further development.


    After all, there were still treasures she wanted to bid on.


    "The starting bid is 50 million!"


    "One hundred million!"


    "Holy shit!"


    "Who is that?"


    "Just doubled it outright."


    Su Lixing gently nudged Jiang Mian, who was looking at her phone, "Eh, your husband, the Fu Family sure has a lot of money, enough for you to splurge extravagantly."


    Jiang Mian picked up on it calmly leaning back in her chair: "I¡¯m a modern independent young woman. Being the daughter of the Lin Group isn¡¯t enough for me to splurge? I don¡¯t rely on Fu Sichen, that bastard!"


    "Ahem!"


    Fu Sichen sneezed lightly, his profound ck eyes ncing at the somewhat irritated woman beside him.


    Oh~


    He got scolded by Mrs. Fu.


    Fu Sichen sessfully bid for the white porcin with over a thousand years of history at the price of one hundred million.


    Then came the "Blue Moon" diamond ring, another round that made everyone tense, which Jiang Mian and Su Lixing also liked a lot.


    "It¡¯s too bad, if you liked it, your husband would definitely bid for it for you."


    Jiang Mian shot a nce at Fu Sichen, staring down at some documents???


    This man must be crazy with work.


    He¡¯s the only one who could pull off examining documents at an auction.


    "He just bled a hundred million, so now he¡¯s probably thinking about how to recoup that."


    "Thirty million!"


    "Thirty-five million!"


    Before Jiang Mian and Su Lixing could react, the bids below were already increasing.


    Jiang Mian, withnguid eyes, raised her sign: "Fifty million!"


    The room quieted down for a moment, probably weighing if the price was right.


    Jiang Mian sat in her seat, her fingertips lightly caressing the edge of the bidding sign.


    Spending a hundred million in one night was a bit extravagant.


    She¡¯ll have to coo at Old Linter.


    Otherwise, if a hundred million disappears from his ck Card, he¡¯ll definitely call the police.


    For now.


    As long as she liked it.


    After all, there won¡¯t be such a shop after passing this vige.


    "Fifty-two million!"


    Someone below had driven the price up again.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s brows slightly lifted as she raised her sign: "Fifty-five million!"


    "Fifty-five million once! Fifty-five million twice! Fifty-five million three times!"


    "Sold."


    Fu Sichen in a side box nced at Xu Lai beside him, who immediately understood, "Okay, President Fu, I¡¯ll go and pay for the madam."


    "You¡¯re worthy of being our youngdy, never letting go of anything you set your eyes on."


    "The two of us are quite alike."


    Jiang Mian yawned sleepily, "There shouldn¡¯t be anything left I want to bid for, right?"


    Knowing Jiang Mian had an early call time tomorrow to get into the closed set, Su Lixing swiftly picked up her bag, "I only liked that ck Gemstone, but s..."


    "Good fortune mighteter. I¡¯ll go pay and get the things first."


    "Okay, let¡¯s go. I¡¯ll drive you hometer."

 Chapter 120: Someone just paid for it

    <h4>Chapter 120: Chapter 120: Someone just paid for it</h4>


    *


    "Miss Jiang, just take these two items with you."


    Hmm??


    Jiang Mian looked at the staff who handed back the ck Card, her expression somewhat astonished, "Don¡¯t need to pay?"


    Since when did the auction start doing charity?


    The price here is 115 million, not 115 dors.


    The staff politely smiled, "Miss Jiang, someone has already paid for it."


    Jiang Mian¡¯s delicate brows slightly furrowed, she quickly sifted through her contacts in her mind and locked onto a suspect.


    Su Lixing jokingly teased her best friend, "Someone really went all out to spoil his wife."


    Lin Chen had already left, and the bill was settled just after the item was won, so it could only be Fu Sichen.


    Jiang Mian did not hesitate, taking the two securely packaged auction items and inspecting them, "Thank you."


    It wasn¡¯t even Christmas yet, and Santa us had alreadye knocking; it would be out of character for her to refuse. She simply epted it.


    After Jiang Mian got home, she washed up and stuffed herself into bed.


    The discussion on Weibo about tonight¡¯s auction was incredibly lively.


    After all, such a rare auction of treasures that only urs once in decades was truly a rare sight.


    Many items would usually not even be shown in public if not for the auction.


    [I¡¯m a peasant dog! Thanks to the auction for letting me witness this wave]


    [Holy sh*t, that 100 million porcin piece, oh my god]


    [Would the earth stop spinning if there was one more wealthy person in the world, wuuu wuuu wuuu]


    [Why do people shout their bids of tens of millions just like bidding a couple of hundred, without any hesitation?]


    ...


    These past two days, although she hadn¡¯t been filming, Jiang Mian always felt inexplicably tired, her thoughts gradually drifting away.


    "Linghua" was a major IP.


    Later, getting an award...


    If she got an award¡ª


    "Let¡¯s congratte Jiang Mian."


    Jiang Mian¡¯s fair face deeply sank into the soft pillow.


    She didn¡¯t even notice Fu Sichening home.


    Not until 9:30 the next day did Jiang Mian, half-asleep, hear the sound of the doorbell downstairs.


    The next second, her phone by the bedside vibrated.


    Jiang Mian struggled to open her eyes and reached out clumsily, "Hello."


    "We¡¯re at the door."


    "Okay..."


    "Jiang Mian! Wake up, stop sleeping!"


    Almost falling back asleep, Jiang Mian recovered and sat up, "I¡¯m up, I¡¯m up, I¡¯lle down and open the door for you right away."


    One minuteter.


    The door downstairs opened, and Jiang Mian headed upstairs to take care of herself.


    Luo Ting changed her shoes and entered, followed by a young girl.


    "I say, ancestor, are you going back to sleep? We have to get ready to join the crew soon."


    Jiang Mian turned her head to look at Luo Ting, her vision settling on the girl behind Luo Ting, slightly more awake, "Yangyang?"


    Yangyang walked up with a happy face, "Sister Mianmian, I¡¯m Yangyang. I¡¯ll be in charge of some of your daily life from now on, rest assured, I¡¯m quite skilled."


    "No worries, befortable, don¡¯t be formal with me."


    Jiang Mian looked at her agent: "Feel free to sit, I¡¯m going upstairs to wash up."


    Luo Ting pointed to the living room sofa, and both of them sat down first.


    Yangyang was still looking around, intrigued by everything here, "Sister Ting, is Sister Mianmian some kind of young missy experiencing life in the entertainment circle?"


    Hmm??


    Luo Ting was startled by Yangyang¡¯s sudden remark.


    Apart from her, no one knew of Jiang Mian¡¯s true identity as a wealthy heiress¡ªhow did this kid guess it...


    "Where did you see that?"


    Yangyang casually pointed at a few items, "These are not ordinary items, I even took a course in jewelry and artifact appraisal before, and these are not things ordinary people could afford, let alone leave lying around casually."


    Yangyang¡¯s gaze swept around, then suddenly fixated on several boxes on the bar.


    "Holy shit!"


    She immediately stood up and walked forward, "Sister Ting, Sister Ting! This... this... this!"

 Chapter 121: The Man Most Wanted to Sleep With at the Top of the List

    <h4>Chapter 121: Chapter 121: The Man Most Wanted to Sleep With at the Top of the List</h4>


    Luo Ting was a bit dumbfounded as she approached and looked at the jewelry in the exquisite transparent box.


    Hmm.


    The young miss had gone shopping again.


    But this item seemed a bit different from what she usually bought.


    Luo Ting remembered something; the ancestor had mentioned an auction yesterday.


    It must have been bought at the auction.


    "These are the hot items from yesterday¡¯s auction! I didn¡¯t expect to see them here!"


    Yangyang couldn¡¯t hide the excitement in his eyes, "I even saw it trending on social media yesterday, and now I¡¯m seeing the real thing today."


    "Hmm? What happened?"


    When Jiang Mian came downstairs, she just saw Luo Ting and Yangyang standing together discussing something.


    "Excited about your achievements yesterday."


    Luo Ting was already used to it.


    One moment the young miss imed to be the daughter of Lin Group, the next news was breaking that her husband was the CEO of Fu Group.


    She had seen it all.


    These auction items were mere trinkets to the young miss.


    Jiang Mian walked straight over to take a look at the items on the bar.


    She had casually ced them there aftering back home yesterday.


    "No worries, just leave it there; someone wille to take care of it."


    Leave it??


    Items worth hundreds of millions being treated so carelessly?!


    Stunned, Yangyang rode with them on the nanny van toward the film set.


    "Yangyang will be with you at the film set during this time; I¡¯m here today as well, and I¡¯ve got a film production lined up. The director is the much sought after Mu Yi; here¡¯s the script; you can take a look. The director said he can wait for you."


    Jiang Mian, still sleepy, lifted her eyes slightly to take the script Luo Ting handed her.


    Such a good opportunity?


    Clearly meant for her and even willing to wait.


    Yangyang, sitting in the back seat, suddenly thought of something and added, "This director¡¯s movies are so impactful, the way he handles the details of old films is phenomenal. The actors he made famous in his hit movie have all be very popr."


    Jiang Mian was somewhat familiar with the director¡¯s name. She nced at Luo Ting¡¯s expression and didn¡¯t open the script right away, "Tell me, what¡¯s making you hesitate?"


    Normally, Sister Ting would definitely push this strongly, but now she handed over the script without saying much.


    "The script is good; it¡¯s just that the plot is a bit risqu¨¦..."


    Luo Ting was quite surprised when she first received this script.


    Mu Yi was known for being picky; he insisted on choosing the actors himself, and for Jiang Mian to secure a role as the second female lead in "Linghua" was already a significant opportunity for her.


    And now, it¡¯s directly for the lead role in a movie.


    One could only say that the ancestor has indeed been a lucky startely.


    "You can take a look yourself; we respect the actor¡¯s wish."


    Luo Ting had seen some of the content inside, and she could already imagine President Fu¡¯s scowling face.


    "Oh my gosh, do you guys know who bought that one billion white porcin piece?"


    Yangyang looked at his mobile updates, breaking the contemtion of the two in front.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s beautiful eyes regained their usual calm disarray, reclining back into her seat, "Who else but Fu Sichen."


    !!!


    "Sister Mianmian! Right! You were at the auctionst night, and you know President Fu; I even watched your live broadcast and variety show then."


    "Indeed, President Fu is impressive; when he just took office, our ss group was discussing him, saying he had the caliber to shake the entire financial sector."


    Is he that impressive?


    Yangyang thought for a bit and continued, "Actually, Fu Group has expanded quite rapidly these two years, and it feelspletely different from its previous conservative vibe. We spected in ss whether there was new management or not."


    "Up until the recent announcement about President Fu, it became clear. Sister Mianmian, he¡¯s now at the top of the national list of men most women want to sleep with; too bad we don¡¯t know what type of person President Fu likes."


    "Pfft¡ª"


    Luo Ting couldn¡¯t help butugh upon hearing this.


    The type he likes.


    The one sitting across like this.


    "Sister Ting, why are youughing? Could it be that you know some inside stories?"


    Luo Ting looked at the calm and serene woman sitting beside her and smiled lightly, "What could I possibly know, If there¡¯s someone President Fu likes, we¡¯ll know about it eventually."

 Chapter 122: Keep a Close Watch

    <h4>Chapter 122: Chapter 122: Keep a Close Watch</h4>


    *


    The investment in "Linghua" was substantial, and the crew directly booked an entire five-star hotel next to the film and television base as their amodation for the next three to four months of filming.


    When Jiang Mian arrived at the hotel, there were already staff members there to greet them.


    "Teacher Jiang, this way."


    The hotel lobby was decoratedvishly, with a gorgeous, brightly shining gold chandelier in the center and rose gold ceramic tiles on the floor that were polished to a gleam.


    The staff moved with well-trained, uniform precision.


    A group of people walked past the elevator entrance, and the woman in the middle looked particrly familiar.


    "Xu Yanzhi?"


    Luo Ting frowned slightly, wondering what she was doing there.


    The staff kindly exined, "Teacher Xu is ying the third female lead in this drama and will have many opportunities to work with Teacher Jiang afterwards."


    Jiang Mian fixed her gaze in that direction, her beautiful eyes flickering with a hint of nonchnce.


    This person, if she remembered correctly...


    Was once the strongestpetitor for the second female lead role in "Linghua."


    Now ying the third female lead, what about the originally intended third female lead?


    A hint of confusion shed across Jiang Mian¡¯s eyes but quickly returned to calm.


    *


    Nine o¡¯clock in the evening.


    The official Weibo ount of "Linghua" released the finalized photos and tagged each of the main actors.


    As Luo Ting suggested, Jiang Mian reposted the official post about her¡ª


    Jiang Mianv: ["A fleeting dream, please guide me. //:{Forward}"]


    ["Wow, Jiang Xiaomian is so beautiful!!"]


    ["Please weld the cheongsam onto your body, thank you"]


    ["So beautiful, wow! Just standing there, she already tells a story"]


    ["The novel literally made me cry"]


    ...


    Jiang Mian was half-reclining on the couch, marking her script with colored pens.


    She wore a long white satin nightgown that trailed on the carpet, her eyes tired yetzy.


    Yangyang rushed in holding arge bag of chips, slightly out of breath: "I... I have found out."


    What?


    "Xu Yanzhi ousted the original third female lead, agreed to act in this y for free in the name of friendship, and also stated that she loves it very much, and brought her own physical and acting coaches."


    Jiang Mian sat up, her hair messily scattered over her shoulders.


    She scoffed, acting out of friendship?


    iming a role as the third female lead under the pretense of friendship, this was just the public statement.


    She was already a recognized actress and had initially gained a following by presenting herself as a ssical beauty, having both acting skills and poprity while also bringing her own controversy. With such modest attitude, the Director would definitely want her.


    As for the original third female lead, she did indeed appear a bit pitiful.


    "Also, I heard she¡¯s not satisfied with her costumes, and is thinking about pulling a few from our team. Sister Mianmian, we can¡¯t let her seed!"


    Within the original novel, Jiang Mian¡¯s character is a rather morous and ravishing woman, constantly wearing different cheongsams, sometimes even outshining the female lead in a few outfits.


    Yangyang had heard about some other prominent young actresses from Sister Ting, with He Qianyi being the most notable, though she had quieted down recently.


    Now that He Qianyi was out of the picture, Xu Yanzhi surfaced.


    However, Sister Mianmian was too beautiful, wherever she was, everyone else might just be part of the background.


    It was probably just because her beauty was too striking.


    Merely the troubles of a beautiful woman.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s voice was light, with a hint of amusement, "Since she went through so much trouble toe, let here then."


    As for what to do next.


    You fight your soldiers, I¡¯ll hold my fort.


    She closed the script and airily said, "Keep a close eye on them."


    Jiang Mian had a feeling that was hard to articte.


    At the very least, Xu Yanzhi¡¯s gourd definitely wasn¡¯t selling any remedy.

 Chapter 123: Jiang Mian’s Bullying

    <h4>Chapter 123: Chapter 123: Jiang Mian¡¯s Bullying</h4>


    Before going to bed, Jiang Mian had chatted with Luo Ting for a while¡ª


    Jiang Xiaomian: "Sister Ting, I¡¯m going to need you to help me find out more about Xu Yanzhi¡¯s situation."


    Luo Ting had earlier heard from Yangyang and shared the same suspicion as Jiang Mian¡ªthey were definitely up to no good.


    Luo Ting: "Yeah, you just focus on your acting, and once I¡¯ve taken care of things here and have some time, I will visit the set."


    She was still somewhat apprehensive, knowing all too well that Xu Yanzhi wouldn¡¯t have gotten where she was without some crafty maneuvers, and her team¡¯s public rtions skills were also quite formidable.


    One could never be too careful.


    Jiang Mian hadn¡¯t slept well that night, and at the opening ceremony the next morning, she saw the cast members.


    The male lead, Lu Yunzhou, the current Movie Emperor.


    The female lead, Wen Qianning, who had just won the Movie Queen.


    These two had worked together several times before, and the Director and producer were quite confident in their chemistry.


    The rest of the faces were generally unfamiliar, some she had heard of but didn¡¯t know well.


    Until someone in the crowd suddenly shouted: "Sister Jiang Mian!"


    Jiang Mian looked over in the direction of the voice.


    ?!!!!


    Wei Zhouchen!


    Wei Zhouchen jogged up to her: "Surprised? Shocked?"


    Jiang Mian was indeed a little surprised: "You kept it pretty tight-lipped, not a whisper had leaked out."


    With a nonchnt wave of his hand, Wei Zhouchen replied: "Oh, it¡¯s just luck. Originally, the role of the second male lead was for my buddy, but he got injured before joining the cast. He¡¯s still in the hospital, so he rmended that Ie and audition."


    "I didn¡¯t expect us to work together so soon, Teacher Jiang please give me your guidance. I remember there¡¯s a gym here, maybe we could work out together if you have time."


    Jiang Mian looked at Wei Zhouchen and touched the back of her head as she chuckled: "Sure, we could do that sometime."


    He was only a year younger than her, yet he looked like an 18-year-old college student.


    Could it be that she had looked at Fu Sichen¡¯s face for too long and now everyone else seemed young byparison?


    Fu Sichen: Ah pfft¡ª


    Great.


    Wife is missing me (I¡¯ve been scolded a lottely).


    After the opening ceremony, Director Ming stood on the stage and announced: "Linghua starts shooting officially from today!"


    Loud and enthusiastic apuse erupted from below.


    "Director Ming, Director Ming!"


    A crew member, looking flustered, rushed towards Director Ming to get his attention.


    Ming Lang let everyone snap some photos and take group pictures before getting down from the stage and walking towards the staff member: "What¡¯s the matter, why the panic?"


    "There¡¯s been an incident!!"


    The staff member handed a phone to Ming Lang, whose brows tightened continuously, his expression turning a bit unsightly.


    Ming Lang scanned the crowd and spotted Jiang Mian chatting merrily with Wei Zhouchen. He called out: "Jiang Mian,e here for a second."


    Before Jiang Mian could reach Ming Lang, phones throughout the crowd began vibrating.


    One by one, people started checking their Weibo notifications, their expressions changing slightly.


    People in the crowd began whispering among themselves¡ª


    "Is it true? I¡¯m kind of scared."


    "She even dared to bully He Qianyi; being shut away for three to four months is terrifying."


    "The main thing is that the incident escted to the police station with no repercussions, there must be a big backer behind the scenes."


    ...


    Jiang Mian, curious about what was happening, had just reached Ming Lang: "Director Ming, you were looking for me?"


    "Jiang Mian..."


    Before Ming Lang could even speak, Yangyang suddenly appeared out of nowhere, looking extremely rmed: "Sister Mianmian, something¡¯s happened, you need to check the trending searches."


    A trace of confusion crossed Jiang Mian¡¯s eyes as she took the phone from Yangyang¡¯s hand.


    At the top of the phone¡¯s trending search list was the hashtag #JiangMianBullying#.

 Chapter 124: Abandoned by All

    <h4>Chapter 124: Chapter 124: Abandoned by All</h4>


    In her eyes, a flicker of cold intent briefly passed as she opened the entry.


    It was a yxh expos¨¦ with the caption: "Jiang Mian bullied the rising starlet He Qianyi in the backstage bathroom during a red carpet event, threatening and intimidating her, suggesting a tendency for violence."


    Below was a video, pitch ck, but the dialogue within was crystal clear.


    The topment read, "This matter went to the police, but Jiang Mian has her connections, so it waspletely suppressed."


    Jiang Mian¡¯s red lips slightly curled up, her dark and lustrous eyes tinged with a cold sarcasm.


    Her gaze calmly swept over the crowd around her, exhibiting a variety of expressions, and then she suddenlyughed.


    Everyone took a fearful step back.


    Such a frightening look in her eyes.


    She wouldn¡¯te over and hit me next, would she?


    Her background is too strong, we can¡¯t provoke her but we can certainly avoid her.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s eyes were like shimmering water, seemingly smiling, yet emitting a fearful light.


    Her voice was slow, as if dragging out a faint trailing tone, "What? Why are you all standing so far away? Afraid I¡¯ll hit you?"


    The once lively kick-off ceremony suddenly fell silent.


    The next second, the producer He Guang walked in, "Everyone disperse for now, don¡¯t wander around, hurry back to the hotel through the passage."


    Once the producer had spoken, the crowd dispersed immediately, as if eager to leave this ce of trouble.


    Jiang Mian nced at Ming Lang and then at He Guang.


    He Guang sighed, "Your agent is waiting for you in the resting room. As for the filming, it¡¯s on hold for now."


    Jiang Mian responded indifferently, "For a while or indefinitely?"


    Ming Lang and He Guang exchanged looks, saying no more.


    Jiang Mian had not even spoken when she arrived at the resting room before Luo Ting took her straight back to the hotel.


    They had hardly reached the hotel when reporters had already surrounded the entrance.


    Onlinements were far from kind, with some even digging up Jiang Mian¡¯s past affairs.


    "The police station should be like a second home for Jiang Mian by now, didn¡¯t she end up there before because of pc?"


    "So the positive energy variety show she attended before was just a whitewashing attempt, couldn¡¯t the show¡¯s team do a proper background check?"


    "Last time she was in the station, no issue at all, her backing really must be enormous."


    "This kind of person is too scary, and to think I used to like her."


    Luo Ting reached out to take Jiang Mian¡¯s phone away, "Stop looking."


    At times like this, the inte is full of nothing but harsh words.


    News releases spread across the, ckening her reputation; this time they clearly intended to drive Jiang Mian out of the entertainment circle.


    In the entertainment circle, rumors spread like wildfire; one moment you¡¯re weed with open arms, the next you could face total abandonment.


    But the speed of the public opinion fermentation this time seemed as if it was being manipted by some force from behind.


    In an instant, everything turned upside down.


    "F**k, are they crazy?"


    Yangyang saw yet another entry hot on the search rankings, #Xu Yanzhi¡¯s Assistant identally Likes#.


    Yanyan¡¯s small assistant v: "Sorry, my hand slipped."


    "So everyone in the same crew is watching the drama unfold?"


    "What¡¯s the actual situation with Jiang Mian now?"


    "No, wasn¡¯t Yanyan supposed to be the second lead? Until Jiang Mian came along, out of sheer enthusiasm, agreed to y the third female lead with no pay?"


    "Damn, how can we evenpare such a person to our Yanyan?"


    "Why doesn¡¯t the ¡¯Linghua¡¯ drama teame out to exin?"


    ...


    This little sideshow incident pulled out the fact that Xu Yanzhi had agreed to y the third female lead without pay and even humbly brought her own dance instructor to the set to learn and improve.


    It instantly triggered strong opposition from the original ¡¯Linghua¡¯ novel fans, while Xu Yanzhi gained a wave of public favor.


    In a fleeting moment, everything changed.


    Although Jiang Mian¡¯s debut was neither hot nor cold, with her looks and her recent rate of gaining fans, it seemed her role in ¡¯Linghua¡¯ was set to be a huge sess, but now this mess had urred.


    Numerous opponents came forward to trample her down, wishing she would never recover.


    For them, having one lesspetitor was always a good thing.

 Chapter 125: I’m Here to Support You

    <h4>Chapter 125: Chapter 125: I¡¯m Here to Support You</h4>


    Under the bright white lights, Jiang Mian¡¯s profile was delicate, her slightly pursed red lips, and her slender back seemed weighed down by something heavy.


    The room was very quiet, so quiet that one could hear the faint breathing of the three of them.


    After a while,


    Jiang Mian slowly rose to her feet, "I¡¯m feeling a bit sleepy; I¡¯m going to sleep for a bit."


    Luo Ting and Yangyang watched Jiang Mian, feeling a mix of emotions.


    ...


    News articles flooded in from everywhere, but Jiang Mian did not respond at all.


    Her phone messages never stopped, so Luo Ting just muted it and set it aside.


    The incident attacked the young miss deeply...


    The night grew darker, and thick clouds obscured the moonlight, carrying a chilly hint in the air.


    The crowd at the hotel entrance hadn¡¯t dispersed yet, and two dim night lights were still on in the room.


    Jiang Mian curled up on the couch, her white silk slip dress slightly slipping off her shoulder, a bottle of red wine rolling beside her bare, pale feet.


    There was still a bit of red wine left in the tall ss on the small round table.


    She had wanted to sleep, but whenever she closed her eyes, all she could hear were angry voices¡ª


    "Jiang Mian, get lost! Get out of the entertainment circle!"


    "Jiang Mian, the bully! She¡¯s violent!"


    "You don¡¯t belong here, nobody likes you, I¡¯ve hated bullies all my life!"


    ...


    She got up intending to drink some wine to help her sleep, but after two sses, she unexpectedly became more alert.


    Jiang Mian stared at the wine bottle, her cheeks flushed, "Why don¡¯t I feel anything..."


    After several more sses, she felt dizzy and sank into the couch, about to reach for the tall ss on the round table.


    "tter¡ª"


    The ss fell onto the carpet, the aroma of wine filled the air, and ss shattered in one spot.


    Huh??


    Jiang Mian slowly sat up, preparing to clean up the mess on the floor.


    The next second.


    The bedroom door opened.


    Fu Sichen, his gaze lowered, looked into the dim room, his eyes quickly falling on the woman sitting on the carpet, her slip dress in disarray, revealingrge patches of smooth, pale skin, her legs intertwined creating a beautiful scene.


    Jiang Mian lifted her slightly reddened eyelids, and the first thing she saw was the handsome cool gaze of the man. She chuckled lightly, "Fu Sichen... you¡¯re here."


    As she finished speaking, she reached out to pick up the ss shards on the floor.


    !!!


    The man¡¯s long fingers grasped Jiang Mian¡¯s hand and he promptly lifted her from the floor.


    Jiang Mian stared at his slightly rolling adam¡¯s apple and touched it, "Fu Sichen, your adam¡¯s apple is quite sexy..."


    Fu Sichen¡¯s breathing grew heavier, "Touch me more, and it might lead to trouble."


    He gently set Jiang Mian on the couch and bent down to clean up the mess on the floor.


    Jiang Mian hugged her legs on the couch, mumbling, "Fu Sichen."


    "I¡¯ve been bullied..."


    Fu Sichen stood up in front of Jiang Mian, his eyes softening as he looked down at the woman ying coy, a smile tugging at the corner of his mouth, "Yeah, I¡¯m here to stand up for you."


    He had been in a meeting at thepany when he received the news and had immediately paused the meeting toe here.


    He hadn¡¯t expected Mrs. Fu to be this drunk already.


    Stand up for her!


    Jiang Mian stood on the couch, one hand on her hip, her eyes shimmering slightly with moisture, "Is this how you stand up for me..."


    Under the influence of alcohol, Jiang Mian lost her bnce and was about to fall, but Fu Sichen quickly grasped her slender arm.


    "Mrs. Fu, you¡¯re drunk."


    Drunk?


    Impossible!


    Jiang Mian blinked her eyes, her innocent expression defensive, "I¡¯m not drunk, I even recognized you as Fu Sichen, see how awesome I am."


    I still know you¡¯re a big liar even when I¡¯m drunk! You¡¯ve always been deceiving me, you never told me you were Brother Xiao Fu..."

 Chapter 126: Let’s Go to Bed

    <h4>Chapter 126: Chapter 126: Let¡¯s Go to Bed</h4>


    The woman in his arms, as she spoke, letrge tears roll down from her eyes and drip onto the back of Fu Sichen¡¯s hand.


    The warm touch stimted Fu Sichen¡¯s nerves, and the woman rubbed against his neatly ironed white shirt, "This scent is so pleasant, I want it too."


    Jiang Mian reached out to unbutton Fu Sichen¡¯s shirt.


    One.


    Two.


    Three.


    Until thest one was unbuttoned, the man¡¯s shirt opened, revealing well-defined Adonis belts, and with heavy breathing, his chest rose and fell slightly. As Jiang Mian reached out, intending to move forward, her hand was caught by Fu Sichen.


    His voice was low and deep, as he leaned against the back of the sofa, looking down at the woman beneath him, "Jiang Mian, ying with fire will get you burned."


    Jiang Mian looked innocent, her dark, shiny eyes blinked, "Where¡¯s the fire?"


    "I¡¯m tired, wuu, hold me to take a bath and go to bed!"


    Jiang Mian clung to Fu Sichen like a ko, with no intention of letting go.


    His low, maic voice filled the room, "Alright, let¡¯s go to sleep."


    ...


    The three people outside the room remained silent, not uttering a word.


    Yangyang still couldn¡¯t detach herself from the scene with Fu Sichen she had just watched.


    Was what she just saw really that...?


    Fu Sichen and Sister Mianmian...


    !!!


    So everything on the military variety show was real?!!


    Her mind was now bombarded with hundreds of thousands of whys.


    Compared to Luo Ting and Xu Lai, the two of them were quite calm.


    "Sister Ting, don¡¯t worry, President Fu is already arranging a solution, and we¡¯ve also made contact with President Lin," said one of them.


    Luo Ting¡¯s heart settled somewhat when she saw Fu Sichen appear.


    President Fu wouldn¡¯t let his wife be aggrieved.


    "Really, thank you so much."


    Xu Lai smiled politely, "It¡¯s my duty, part of my job to take care of the madam."


    That afternoon, as soon as President Fu learned the news, his anxious and worried demeanor hardly seemed like a CEO¡¯s; he wished he could teleport right over here.


    His phone calls were unending on the way here, incessantly tackling the issue.


    Even Old Mr. Fu was alerted to the situation.


    The incident had indeed blown up too much.


    But since someone wanted to make it big, then let it burn bigger, scorch everything in its path¡ªthis is what President Fu wanted to see.


    The presidential suite on the other side still had its lights on.


    Xu Yanzhi, holding a burner phone, watched the live stream on her mobile phone with a proud smile, "I didn¡¯t expect He Qianyi would handle things so well."


    As soon as the incident broke out, the live stream started.


    The woman in the live stream couldn¡¯t look more pitiful.


    Without any makeup, her hair disheveled, tears glistening in her eyes, she cast herself entirely in the role of the victim.


    "At that time in the police station, the police were so nice to Jiang Mian, then a man came, said a few words, and then told me to apologize, really, I¡¯ve never..."


    Tears welled in the eyes of He Qianyi in the live broadcast, as pitiful as could be.


    The live chat was full of sympathy from theizens.


    [My god, the people at this police station should all be reced]


    [Exactly, is there now anymore, how are we ordinary people supposed to live?]


    [Pity on Yiyi, she¡¯s too pitiful]


    ...


    The assistant standing by the side agreed, "That¡¯s also because Sister Yanyan is willing to give her a chance, truly a wise person who knows the times."


    Xu Yanzhi stood up and sat on the bed, "That¡¯s good. If anyone¡¯s to me, it¡¯s Jiang Mian for not knowing to hold back and making too many enemies. Now she even wants to touch my cake."


    "Go and greet He Qianyi¡¯s agent, make sure the water army works overnight to push out articles, and the heat can¡¯t drop even a little bit the next day. As for the promised third female lead, as soon as Jiang Mian is gone, the spot is hers."


    "Sis, don¡¯t worry, Jiang Mian won¡¯t be able to turn this situation around."


    With irrefutable evidence, let¡¯s see how Jiang Mian defends herself.

 Chapter 127: Reversal

    <h4>Chapter 127: Chapter 127: Reversal</h4>


    Xu Yanzhi didn¡¯t know what she thought of but she chuckled, "How big of a ssh can she make? Thought she was so formidable¡ªit¡¯s just marketing."


    The rumored wealthy patrons backing her haven¡¯te out to say a word to this day.


    It seems that¡¯s all there is to it.


    Just a straw bag.


    I can finally get a beauty sleep tonight.


    Luo Ting watched He Qianyi¡¯s live broadcast, her face turning dark: "You little bitch, really kicking someone when they¡¯re down."


    Beside her, Xu Lai turned on theputer, sat down on the sofa in the president suite¡¯s living room, and began to type quickly.


    Luo Ting and Yangyang¡¯s gazes fell on Xu Lai, his typing speed was fast.


    In no time, he pressed the "enter" key, calmly closed hisptop, and stood up.


    Huh??


    What¡¯s this about?


    Luo Ting watched as her phone suddenly went dark, He Qianyi¡¯s live broadcast was blocked.


    And the screen was marked with an official statement.


    "For content fraud and suspicion of spreading rumors, the live broadcast is temporarily suspended."


    [??? Is the situation about to turn around?!]


    [No way, no way, what kind of dramatic twist is this?]


    [Could Jiang Mian¡¯s wealthy patron be taking action?]


    [Wow, really someone with overpowering influence, and yet no one steps in]


    [I¡¯m confused, which one is the truth!! Chaos in the melon field all night long]


    ...


    Holy shit?!!


    That¡¯s awesome!


    Luo Ting was about to say something when the door opened, and Fu Sichen, dressed in a white robe with water droplets trailing down his neck, his brows and eyes serene, his voice deep, said, "Give me my luggage."


    Xu Lai was stunned for two seconds: "Oh, yes, of course."


    He handed the suitcase to Fu Sichen, and the door closed once again.


    Yangyang hemmed and hawed: "Sister Ting, is President Fu staying down here tonight?"


    Luo Tingughed at Yangyang who hadn¡¯t snapped back to reality, "If President Fu doesn¡¯t stay here, where else would he stay?"


    "Sister Ting, are Sister Mianmian and President Fu really husband and wife?"


    "Yes, the legally certified kind."


    So in the morning when they were discussing what kind of woman President Fu might like, Luo Ting didn¡¯t expect the truth to be right in front of her.


    She added, "Yeah, and keep your mouth shut about this. No one else can know about their rtionship for now."


    The Movie Queen title hadn¡¯t been secured yet; if exposed now, everything she does would be seen as relying on her husband by the outside world.


    Xu Lai wiped the sweat from his forehead, working alongside President Fu, he understood that no matter what, the wife is the most important.


    The meeting today was about contracts worth hundreds of millions, and he hadn¡¯t anticipated it being dropped just like that.


    He¡¯d have to tread carefully with his voice for the next few days.


    At 10 p.m.


    The inte was still in an uproar, with no response from Jiang Mian¡¯s side.


    Everyone was even more curious about the developments following the sudden cut-off of the live broadcast.


    Inside the president suite¡¯s living room.


    Fu Sichen lounged on the sofa, hiszy demeanor revealing none of his thoughts, his eyes dark and unfathomable behind his gold rimmed sses.


    He watched the surveince footage projected on the TV, his lips pressed thinly.


    "President Fu, this is the footage from the police station at that time, everything is intact here."


    Xu Lai opened another video: "This is the surveince footage of the backstage after the red carpet event. There are no cameras in the bathroom, but the corridor¡¯s surveince captures sound."


    "I¡¯ve already got a restoration master to amplify the sound recorded in the bathroom, it¡¯s quite clear."


    "This whole incident was clearly provoked by He Qianyi first, and it involves all the wealthy patrons behind He Qianyi after she entered the circle, we have also contacted the respective bosses¡¯ wives."


    Xu Lai couldn¡¯t express how surprised he was seeing these photos; it could only be said that the showbiz circle is really chaotic.


    His college roommate¡¯s goddess was He Qianyi, so he¡¯d heard about her, just didn¡¯t expect such an existence to turn out like this...

 Chapter 128: They All Sued

    <h4>Chapter 128: Chapter 128: They All Sued</h4>


    Fu Sichen¡¯s lips curved into a faint smirk, his slender fingertips tapping on the armrest of the sofa.


    "Tap¡ª"


    "Tap¡ª"


    ...


    Xu Lai stood off to the side, his head bowed in anxiety, as each sound heavily struck his heart.


    President Fu¡¯s thoughts were now the hardest to decipher, especially at this moment, with the surrounding chill and cold air unconsciously raising goosebumps on one¡¯s skin.


    Why did those people have to mess with the wife?


    After a long while.


    Fu Sichen¡¯s deep and clear voice rose steadily, "What about the media navy that spread rumors and added fuel to the fire and those on yxh?"


    Xu Lai took out a thick stack of papers and ced them on the coffee table in front of him, "President Fu, they¡¯re all here."


    Fu Sichen¡¯s voice was indifferent, "Sue them all."


    Xu Lai almost couldn¡¯t keep a grip on the phone in his hand.


    Sue them?!!


    So many!


    President Fu was truly angry.


    "I¡¯m on it right away, there are several mediapany CEOs who want to contact you."


    Fu Sichen stood up and walked toward the bedroom, "No need to meet them, just send thewyer¡¯s letters."


    Xu Lai looked at the room door that had been softly closed, then back at the thick stack of papers on the coffee table.


    Someone was in for trouble.


    Fu Sichen returned to the bedroom, where a weak light was lit by the bedside.


    The woman on the bed showed a look of distress, her brows slightly furrowed, her entire body curled up into a corner, appearing helpless and scared under the dim light.


    His eyes softened with sympathy as he climbed into bed to hold Jiang Mian in his embrace.


    Jiang Mian inhaled the familiar scent at the tip of her nose, sniffled, and cuddled closer into Fu Sichen¡¯s embrace.


    Sleep was starting to overtake the two of them.


    At one in the morning.


    Weibo silently witnessed a significant event.


    News articles critical of Jiang Mian were all withdrawn, and the media on yxh deleted their posts one after another while issuing apologies, stating that they had not properly understood the situation beforehand, which affected Jiang Mian¡¯s reputation, and they were willing to offerpensation.


    At the same time, another name crept up on Weibo.


    #He Qianyi#


    Besides the framing incident mentioned in the restroom, instigation was the first order, and now the primary source of the incident was revealed with evidence.


    All the sugar daddies associated with He Qianyi from her debut to present had been exposed, with photos of each one.


    Meanwhile, the videos from the police station¡¯s monitoring room were also released.


    Even the official Weibo ount of the police station stepped in to rify that they had not been unjustly biased in the issue and that they would take He Qianyi¡¯s allegations through legal channels.


    Public opinion turned and turned again.


    "What show is this, so in the end, are we the only ones who¡¯ve been yed??"


    "Sorry, we really are clowns."


    "Crying ¡¯thief¡¯ whilst being one, my god, He Qianyi has not stopped making moves on these men."


    "And knowing it¡¯s wrong yet still doing it, I¡¯ve already renounced her, to have worshiped such a ¡¯goddess¡¯ for years, ugh!"


    ...


    "He Qianyi! Get ready to pay the breach of contract fee; you are cklisted!"


    Thest phone call made by the entertainmentpany had only this one sentence.


    Even her agent sighed in resignation, "I¡¯ve warned you not to mess with Jiang Mian, now I¡¯m done with you."


    There were plenty of rising stars in the entertainment circle, did they reallyck just one He Qianyi?


    He Qianyi frantically dialed numbers, but her phone kept responding with the message, "The number you have dialed is temporarily unavable."


    "Right, Xu Yanzhi!"


    She dialed another number¡ª


    "Sorry, the mobile number you¡¯ve dialed is switched off."


    He Qianyi furiously smashed her phone on the ground, "Xu Yanzhi! If I can¡¯t live, neither will you."


    At the crack of dawn, an essay appeared out of thin air on Weibo about Jiang Mian.


    And it surfaced in the Jiang Mian fan forum.


    Once again, a wave of excitement was stirred.

 Chapter 129: Hexagon Warrior

    <h4>Chapter 129: Chapter 129: Hexagon Warrior</h4>


    The big fan "Xinxin goes to sleep" in the super topic edited a video, which included many introductions of Jiang Mian until now, as well as pictures and magazine TV dramas, variety shows, and the like, all put together.


    Caption¡ª


    [Jiang Xiaomian, our efforts shine bright across the gxies just to witness your radiant brilliance]


    Signed by


    Yu Xinting.


    [cc!!! What the hell!!! My god!!! I¡¯ve already gone crazy]


    [The super topic¡¯s big fan is actually Baby Yu!! I¡¯m crying so hard, wuuu!!]


    [So could it be that Yu Xinting joined the entertainment circle for Mianmian?]


    [Oh my god who knows, the super topic that started the day Jiang Mian debuted was by Yu Xinting]


    [These two are just too sweet to ship]


    ...


    *


    When Jiang Mian woke up in a daze, the sheets next to her still had some creases.


    She vaguely remembered that yesterday she seemed to have seen Fu Sichen, and she even let him carry her to take a bath.


    Luo Ting outside heard the noise inside and knocked on the door.


    "Come in."


    Carrying a cup of honey water with joy written all over her face, Luo Ting walked in.


    She was just beaming.


    "President Fu said you drankst night, so he prepared a cup of honey water for you this morning."


    Jiang Mian took the warm honey water and nodded, her head still feeling a bit woozy fromst night¡¯s drinking.


    Wait??


    Jiang Mian suddenly realized something and looked up at the smiling Luo Ting: "Is everything resolved?"


    Luo Ting returned the phone to Jiang Mian: "There were so many messages on the phone yesterday, I just turned it off. They¡¯re all taken care of now. Take a look, Jiang Xiaomian. From here on, the road will be bright and brilliant, and it belongs to us."


    What does that mean.


    Jiang Mian turned on the phone, and a flood of 99+ WeChat messages and even 99+ phone calls kept popping up.


    Mom and dad.


    Big brother.


    Su Lixing.


    And Yu Xinting and the rest.


    "Last night, I heard they said the backend of Weibo hot searches almost crashed, our guy worked overnight to reinforce the system."


    Jiang Mian hadn¡¯t seen the grand spectaclest night; it was such a pity.


    She directly opened Weibo and to her surprise, her name was paired up with Yu Xinting.


    She clicked into that entry and went through the whole chain of events.


    Gxies dazzling.


    A brilliance like no other.


    Her heart trembled slightly.


    Looking at the woman in front of her whose eyes were somewhat red, Luo Ting said with a light smile, "I didn¡¯t expect it either, but she really is a true fan."


    The video was aplete showcase of her from her most natural state to her current mid-mountainside status.


    There was a sentence attached at the end of the video¡ª


    "So at the summit, we will see the view with you, forever and ever..."


    Jiang Mian muttered with pursed lips, "Making it so emotionally charged, really..."


    She returned to vx and replied one by one to the concern of her family and friends.


    Yangyang brought breakfast upstairs from downstairs, struggling to find her words as she looked at the freshly awakened Jiang Mian: "Sister Mianmian, you and President Fu... that¡¯s President Fu!"


    Jiang Mian got out of bed and walked toward the bathroom, "Yes, I know Fu Sichen."


    What?


    Yangyang followed and stood beside the bathroom watching Jiang Mian wash up: "You two are married, legally, my god!"


    This news was too explosively incredible.


    The woman most desired by men, the man at the top of the list, actually had a wife, and that woman was their own Sister Mianmian.


    If the news got out, the whole inte would explode again.


    "Just the other day, I saw a blogger analyzing President Fu. This man has looks, body, and a military background, acts decisively, and has money¡ªwalking pheromones, dubbed a hexagon warrior."


    Yangyang¡¯s chatter never stopped.

 Chapter 130: Ungrateful

    <h4>Chapter 130: Chapter 130: Ungrateful</h4>


    Jiang Mianughed out loud, "Is he really that amazing? Keep going and Fu Sichen could be an immortal."


    She wiped her fair cheeks and started applying toner in front of the mirror, "I didn¡¯t expect President Fu to be so impressive in your eyes."


    "More than that, do you know how manly he was yesterday handling things for you? A crazy lover, I¡¯m going to call him Seven-sided Warrior; he¡¯s just perfect."


    "Oh, wait."


    Yangyang suddenly thought of something and paused for two seconds.


    Jiang Mian was intrigued, her dark eyes shing with confusion, "Hmm? Why did you stop talking?"


    Yangyang hesitated, "This feels..."


    "Go ahead, it¡¯s okay, you don¡¯t need to hold back with me."


    Yangyang bit her lip, nced at Jiang Mian and then at Luo Ting, "This is what they say online, I¡¯m just quoting them, it has nothing to do with me. They say President Fu¡¯s perfection is just one point shy of confirmation."


    Hmm??


    Yangyang¡¯s face reddened slightly, and she coughed softly, "Bedroom skills."


    Luo Ting, standing nearby, burst intoughter; only their ancestor would know.


    Those marks from before, tsk tsk tsk.


    President Fu is perfect.


    Visible to the naked eye.


    Yangyang looked somewhat embarrassedly at the woman in front of her.


    Jiang Mian suddenly smiled, "President Fu, well... barely perfect, I guess."


    Considering how Fu Sichen handled such a huge issue yesterday without a word and stirred a storm in the entertainment circle all by himself, I definitely have to give him face.


    Before she could finish...


    A deep, cool voice suddenly resounded, "Ungrateful girl."


    The three exchanged nces, and Jiang Mian walked out of the bathroom.


    Unknowingly, Fu Sichen was slowly walking inside.


    The man¡¯s white shirt was impably ironed, his handsome face smiling, and his deep ck eyes held a captivating chill.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s eyes lit up, and she naturally threw herself at Fu Sichen, "Husband, you¡¯re here!"


    She took the initiative to tiptoe andnded a kiss on Fu Sichen¡¯s cool, thin lips.


    Their bodies rubbed softly through the shirt, and Fu Sichen¡¯s gaze softened considerably, his lips slightly curved, "Mrs. Fu, one more kiss."


    "Fu Sichen, don¡¯t be greedy."


    Jiang Mian, with her eyes shimmering, then smiled, "But considering President Fu¡¯s performance yesterday, I¡¯ll reward you with one more."


    As she was about to tiptoe, the man already bent down voluntarily, grasping her slender waist and kissed her.


    "Mmm..."


    Luo Ting pulled Yangyang out of the room and gently closed the door.


    His kiss was tender yet fervent, "Xuanxuan, I¡¯m sorry."


    Jiang Mian¡¯s gaze drifted slightly, her lips slightly pursed. Just as she was about to speak, there was a knock at the door.


    "Fu... President Fu, sorry to disturb you, but it¡¯s time for the meeting..."


    Xu Lai¡¯s voice from outside trembled slightly, fearful of saying anything wrong that might disrupt President Fu and Mrs. Fu¡¯s idyllic life.


    Jiang Mian smiled and gently pushed Fu Sichen away, "Alright, President Fu, go to work, or else how will your Mrs. Fu afford her extravagant lifestyle?"


    Fu Sichen watched Jiang Mian as she went to open the door, his head bowing in a soft chuckle.


    "Mrs. Fu, President Fu..."


    "We¡¯re inside."


    Jiang Mian walked straight to Luo Ting and Yangyang.


    Noticing the young girl¡¯s exceptionally red face: "Yangyang, why so red, even in an air-conditioned room?"


    Luo Ting teased, "Up close view of kissing, the young girl can¡¯t handle it."


    Jiang Mian¡¯s eyes and brows were exquisite, the gloom from yesterdaypletely faded, her whole being rxed now, "You¡¯ll have to get used to it."


    Otherwise, your face alternating between red and pale, people might think you¡¯re acting in a y.

 Chapter 131: Personally Selected

    <h4>Chapter 131: Chapter 131: Personally Selected</h4>


    *


    In the morning, Fu Sichen stayed in the film crew and chose to hold meetings online, and he specifically opened a presidential suite next to Jiang Mian to keep a low profile.


    The shooting of "Linghua" was proceeding normally, and everyone seemed to act as if nothing had happened yesterday.


    That morning, upon seeing some of the staff, Jiang Mian¡¯s smile vanished; she merely nced at them coldly orpletely ignored them while talking with Luo Ting.


    Politeness was necessary.


    But it was better to remain strangers with some people.


    It seemed nothing had changed, yet everything had.


    After finishing a set of scenes, Jiang Mian directly sat under the cool shade of the canopy, with ice blocks that Xu Lai had brought over specifically to cool her down.


    The more she acted like this, the less anyone dared to say anything.


    Yangyang wheeled over arge box of fruit tea. "Sister Mianmian, following you, I feel like I¡¯m part of the royal temple."


    She pretended to look around and then lowered her voice. "These are all sent by Secretary Xu."


    If Secretary Xu sent them, it must surely be President Fu¡¯s intent.


    President Fu wasn¡¯t as fierce as they said online.


    He absolutely doted on his wife.


    Yangyang had secretly joined the fan super topic of Jiang Mian and Fu Sichen.


    Looking at some of the sweet details about variety shows in it, the corners of her mouth grinned stiffly. She couldn¡¯t wait to rush in and tell them this was a real couple, fiercely shipping them!


    She wanted to see this super topic get bigger and more influential.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s red lips curved slightly, a few strands of damp hair on her forehead as she took a cup of fruit tea from Yangyang¡¯s hands.


    She lightly sipped, and the coolness swept up, bringing a wave offort.


    This taste...


    Jiang Mian looked at it; it had less sugar, with extra coconut jelly and tapioca pearls.


    "Sister Mianmian, don¡¯t look any further, President Fu personally ordered this for you."


    Real couples are just sweet.


    "Sister Jiang Mian, I¡¯ming over to share some of your ice."


    Wei Zhouchen had also just finished filming a scene and headed straight here.


    Probably the mostfortable spot on the set was where Jiang Mian sat.


    And yet no one dared toment.


    Jiang Mian had Yangyang move a small stool for Wei Zhouchen and made room for him. "Have some fruit tea to cool down."


    Yangyang handed a cup to Wei Zhouchen and one to his manager standing behind him as well.


    Wei Zhouchen took it without any hesitation. "With you, I won¡¯t be polite."


    "Sis, next time something like this happens just tell me directly. I¡¯ll definitely give those rumormongers a piece of my mind. Yesterday I was so infuriated I almost wanted to punch them."


    Jiang Mian had heard from Luo Ting that morning about Wei Zhouchen¡¯s visit the previous night, but they had turned him away, and his manager had advised him to go back to his room to avoid trouble.


    Now, seeing the somewhat agitated Wei Zhouchen, she smiled showing her teeth. "Violence doesn¡¯t solve problems; you need to use your brain."


    This morning, under Xinxin goes to sleep¡¯s Weibo post, the top hotment was from Wei Zhouchen. "You are my sister forever!"


    Although it was a bit cheesy, Jiang Mian could tell who genuinely cared for her and who was a fence-sitter.


    "Wei Zhouchen, we need to reshoot this scene over here."


    "Okay, Director Ming!"


    Wei Zhouchen stuffed his cup of fruit tea into his manager¡¯s hands and ran over.


    The manager didn¡¯t seem like she was going to leave; she stayed for two seconds, then smiled politely at Jiang Mian. "Teacher Jiang, Zhouzhou can sometimes be impulsive, but his intentions are good..."


    "I know, so you don¡¯t need to exin. I can tell what¡¯s more important," Jiang Mian replied.


    The manager thanked her and then went over to where Wei Zhouchen was.

 Chapter 132: Meeting at the Peak

    <h4>Chapter 132: Chapter 132: Meeting at the Peak</h4>


    Luo Ting nced at the messages on her phone and whispered softly, "Post a Weibo to reassure your fans."


    Even though the studio had already released all the statements, and Yu Xinting¡¯s video as a super fan hadpletely cleared Jiang Mian of the "bullying" title,


    the fans hadn¡¯t seen Jiang Mian speak out, and the private messages had not stopped.


    Jiang Mian responded leisurely with a "hmm" and nced down to make some notes on the script.


    "Click¡ª"


    Suddenly, the sound of a photo being taken echoed.


    Jiang Mian looked up towards Yangyang, "Hm? Why are you taking pictures of me all of a sudden?"


    Yangyang passed the photo on the phone to Jiang Mian, "Sister Ting said that part of my job is to document your work routine. Just now this moment looked unspeakably attractive, Sister Mianmian at work is too charming."


    "And I thought I saw a glimpse of President Fu, you two kind of look alike..."


    Yangyang¡¯s voice trailed off towards the end.


    Jiang Mian looked at herself in the photo. She and Fu Sichen looked alike??


    She was a young flower, and he was practically middle-aged.


    But this photo did look quite nice.


    "Studies have shown that couples who cuddle more start to look alike; Sister Mianmian, this must be what they call ¡¯married couple¡¯s look.¡¯"


    It was rare to have someone by her side who never stopped talking while filming, but Jiang Mian didn¡¯t mind. She logged onto her Weibo.


    After pausing for about twenty seconds to assimte a deluge of information, she saved the video "Xinxin goes to sleep."


    Then she posted it on Weibo¡ª


    Jiang Mianv: [?.jpg /cr: Xinxin goes to sleep{Video}]


    [Ahhh! Mianmian has appeared, crying]


    [Jiang Xiaomian!! It¡¯s our fault for not protecting you better]


    [I wasn¡¯t a part of your past, but we will guard your future]


    Right away, the fans watched as Jiang Mian pinned this Weibo post.


    [She really loves us so much]


    [Crying, a mutual rush forward!]


    [It breaks my heart, she¡¯s only 24 this year and has endured so much online harassment...]


    While everyone was still focused on the pinned post, Jiang Mian sent out a second Weibo¡ª


    Jiang Mianv: [I¡¯ve always been here and thank you for also being there. All is well, see you at the summit! {Photo}]


    The photo was the one just taken by Yangyang, hot off the presses.


    [Wow, it¡¯s fresh! The cheongsam really knocked me out]


    [Sis is really cool!]


    [I¡¯mpletely smitten now!]


    ...


    Originally thought this incident would greatly affect Jiang Mian, but shepletely detached from it.


    Now Jiang Mian had gained a bunch of new casual fans, and her own fan count had broken through 15 million, with the number still rising.


    Nowbeled as someone to be pitied, after being publicly exposed twice, it probably wouldn¡¯t be so easy for anyone to mess with her again.


    "We can start preparing the benefits for 20 million fans."


    Luo Ting eyed the rising trend, confident it would surpass 20 million within three days.


    Jiang Mian thought for a moment, then said indifferently, "Let¡¯s do a giveaway."


    "Give away some limited edition purses, cosmetics or such. If all else fails, cash red packets work, too. Who doesn¡¯t love money?"


    Luo Ting stood by, her lips twitching slightly.


    Thedy was about to add a down-to-earth persona to her image, truly solid.


    That morning, she shot a scene with Wei Zhouchen, and the two of them inexplicably had great chemistry, passing the scene in just two takes.


    Director Ming: "Cut! Great! Change the setting this afternoon!"


    The crew members moved the props in an orderly fashion.


    Yangyang, holding an umbre, ran swiftly to Jiang Mian¡¯s side and handed her a portable fan, "Sister Mianmian, we can rest in the lounge now. Sister Ting has gone back to get something and will bring you lunch as well."


    Jiang Mian went back to the lounge, took off the cheongsam, and changed into afortable T-shirt and shorts.


    This was more like it.


    Sounds came from outside the door, and Yangyang thought it was Luo Ting, so she got up and called out, "Sister Ting!"


    But the ones who pushed the door and entered were two other faces.

 Chapter 133: Start-up Banquet

    <h4>Chapter 133: Chapter 133: Start-up Banquet</h4>


    Wen Qianning and her assistant.


    The assistant was somewhat baffled; they hadn¡¯t walked into the wrong resting area.


    "No mistake, Director Ming said there were too many things and now the resting areas are not sufficient, he asked us two to squeeze into one for now," said a female voiceing from the sofa.


    Wen Qianning¡¯s gaze shifted in that direction, and at this moment, Jiang Mian was sitting cross-legged on the sofa, cradling a cup of fruit tea, with a tablet on the table ying a video out loud.


    The assistant immediately spoke up, "Sister Ningning, I will go andmunicate with the director¡¯s team to arrange another resting area for us."


    "No need, this resting area will suffice."


    Wen Qianning walked straight in and sat down in front of another makeup mirror.


    "Teacher Wen, would you like some fruit tea?"


    Jiang Mian looked up at Wen Qianning.


    She didn¡¯t have any scenes this morning and was now in casual clothes.


    Wen Qianning¡¯s lips curved slightly, and she said with a light smile, "Thank you, no need."


    Jiang Mian put on her Bluetooth headset and continued watching the TV drama she was following.


    Wen Qianning glimpsed at Jiang Mian, a fleeting smile crossing her face.


    "Sister Ningning, what were you just smiling about?"


    "Nothing much, just found it amusing,"


    After wrapping up in the afternoon, the director¡¯s team arranged a start-of-filming banquet.


    In the private room of North City¡¯s clubhouse, the scent of sandalwood lingered, its wooden architectural design elegant;rge patches of embroidered peonies decorated the folding screens, luxurious and grand.


    The dining table was silent; everyone¡¯s eyes were on the man seated at the head.


    The biggest investor for "Linghua."


    Fu Sichen.


    Ming Lang poured some wine for Fu Sichen, "President Fu, please."


    Who could have imagined Fu Sichen woulde.


    What was supposed to be a simple kickoff banquet now had everyone at the table feeling uneasy, afraid of saying something wrong and offending the big shot.


    Fu Sichen slightly lifted his gaze, his fingers, distinct in their knuckles, fiddling with the metallic lighter in his hand.


    "Click."


    "Click."


    Ming Lang and He Guang were sitting to one side, couldn¡¯t be more anxious.


    After the mess of yesterday, even though it was resolved, the sudden appearance of Fu Sichen had them fearing he would pull the investment.


    And yet, the person in question from yesterday¡¯s incident had not attended.


    What in the world was Jiang Mian up to.


    The atmosphere in the private room was somewhat delicate, even Wei Zhouchen was feeling ufortable in his seat.


    Before attending, his agent had reminded him time and again to keep a low profile, in case he ran into someone like President Fu, not to just go calling him "Captain Fu," as he probably wasn¡¯t the same person as the "Captain Fu" from the military.


    Just now, when he almost blurted out "Captain Fu" upon seeing Fu Sichen, he could only follow everyone else¡¯s lead in calling him "President Fu."


    "President Fu, a toast to you."


    In a moment of the lowest pressure, suddenly a soft female voice was heard.


    Everyone looked over, only to see Xu Yanzhi slowly standing up, her figure graceful as she walked over to Fu Sichen, the red wine in her ss swaying slightly.


    He Guang shifted to the side, making space for someone to stand.


    Everyone seated had been through the wringer in the entertainment circle for many years and quickly understood what was happening before their eyes.


    Fu Sichen¡¯s eyes lowered, his hands continuing with the same motion, showing no intention of stopping.


    Xu Yanzhi¡¯s expression stiffened slightly as she said with a smile, "Then I shall drink this cup myself."


    Having said that, she finished the red wine in her ss in one gulp.


    Instantaneously, her head began to spin, and she felt as if she were about to fall over.


    Xu Lai, who was next to her, quickly steadied Xu Yanzhi with fast hands, "Miss Xu, be careful. It¡¯s one thing to bump into yourself, but if you bump into someone else, that might be considered scamming."


    Xu Yanzhi sobered up quite a bit upon hearing those words, her smile remaining on her face, not in the least affected, "Thank you for the reminder, Secretary Xu."

 Chapter 134: Jiang Mian, Sit Beside Me

    <h4>Chapter 134: Chapter 134: Jiang Mian, Sit Beside Me</h4>


    She returned to her seat and, having failed with one n, quickly concocted another.


    "Why hasn¡¯t everyone started eating yet? Are we waiting for someone else to arrive?"


    Fu Sichen slightly lifted his eyelids, his deep ck eyes exuding an inscrutable emotion, "Oh? Someone¡¯s still not here?"


    Ming Lang nodded, feeling the immense pressure from the tycoon that made it hard to breathe, "We¡¯re missing one person."


    Internally cursing why Jiang Mian hadn¡¯t arrived yet.


    If this ancestor really got upset, it wouldn¡¯t be as simple asst night¡¯s incident.


    The silence in the private room was eerie, even Xu Lai standing behind Fu Sichen could feel the odd atmosphere.


    Xu Yanzhi, seeing Fu Sichen rarely interested in speaking up, added, "Who knows when Jiang Mian will arrive."


    Her tone was light, as if she had let the words slip unintentionally.


    The next second.


    From outside the door, the sound of "click-ck" high heels approached them step by step.


    Fu Sichen¡¯s thin lips hinted at a faint smile.


    Thedy had arrived.


    "This is the first time I¡¯ve learned that I suddenly have a sister like Teacher Xu, when did this happen?"


    Jiang Mian¡¯s voice was slow, tinged with an irritatingughter.


    When she appeared at the doorway, all eyes turned to her.


    !!!


    Holy shit!


    She¡¯s stunning!


    The people in the room inhaled a breath of cool air.


    Jiang Mian was in a red velvet dress that revealed arge expanse of her slender back, with an irregr hem showcasing her long, fair legs as she walked in, startlingly brilliant.


    Her red lips slightly lifted, her delicate brows and eyes tinted with azy charm as she slowly approached.


    Xu Yanzhi quickly regained herposure, her face still full of smiles, "We will have to interact closely for a while, and we even have scenes together. We definitely need to cultivate a good rtionship, was there a problem that made President Fu wait?"


    Her words wereced with insinuations, linking Jiang Mian and Fu Sichen together.


    If Fu Sichen really took it to heart, Jiang Mian would definitely not have good oues.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s gazended on the man seated at the head of the table.


    Fu Sichen¡¯s lips faintly curled up almost imperceptibly, his deep eyes fixating on the woman before him.


    She quickly averted her gaze, her indifferent eyes looking towards Xu Yanzhi, "Teacher Xu needn¡¯t worry about that ¡ª after all, President Fu didn¡¯t say anything. You live by the ocean, don¡¯t you? A bit far-reaching in your concerns, aren¡¯t you?"


    Jiang Mian didn¡¯t give Xu Yanzhi any face at all.


    Her remark had put Xu Yanzhi in a rather embarrassing position.


    Indeed, Xu Yanzhi hadn¡¯t expected Jiang Mian to be so forthright, sparing no courtesy.


    Xu Yanzhi¡¯s brows tightened, and she looked towards Fu Sichen with an almost innocent expression, "President Fu, I didn¡¯t mean that."


    "Jiang Mian."


    Fu Sichen ignored Xu Yanzhi and waved Jiang Mian over, "Take the seat next to me."


    !!!!


    With that, everyone¡¯s expressions changed.


    What¡¯s going on?! Could it be that President Fu and Jiang Mian really did have something going on during the variety show?


    Xu Lai tactfully moved an empty chair over, and He Guang shifted aside.


    The chair was ced between him and President Fu, and the rest slightly adjusted the distance between their seats.


    Under everyone¡¯s watchful eyes, Jiang Mian sat next to Fu Sichen withposure, a faint curve on her lips, "Thank you, President Fu."


    The man¡¯s voice, cool and slightly deep, carried a trace of warmth, "You¡¯re wee."


    Xu Lai stood behind, covering his mouth with a light chuckle.


    President Fu and Mrs. Fu really did act with such courtesy.


    They behaved as if they wereplete strangers.


    Xu Yanzhi was now in the most awkward position, her expression sour as she bit her lip and stared at Fu Sichen and Jiang Mian seated in the main seats.


    Under the table, her hands clenched involuntarily.

 Chapter 135: What I Ordered

    <h4>Chapter 135: Chapter 135: What I Ordered</h4>


    Ming Langughed awkwardly, "President Fu and Jiang Mian knew each other before, right? That variety show was pretty popr."


    Jiang Mian smiled and said, "Director Ming has been watching that variety show too?"


    "Yeah, it¡¯s quite interesting. But you guys really had a tough time."


    ...


    As soon as Jiang Mian arrived, the conversation picked up, and it seemed like the awkwardness from before was gone.


    The atmosphere of casual conversation before Fu Sichen¡¯s arrival was restored.


    Xu Lai, standing to the side, breathed a sigh of relief. Sure enough, only Mrs. Fu herself could subdue President Fu¡¯s formidable presence.


    Jiang Mian was indeed a bit hungry, but looking at the full table of dishes, she put down her chopsticks and began sipping her hot tea.


    There was an early scene to shoot tomorrow morning.


    Eating all this heavy food might lead to swelling tomorrow.


    That would be a headache on camera.


    For Jiang Mian, the most painful part of filming was always controlling her diet.


    Fu Sichen hadn¡¯t said a word the whole time, just sitting and listening to their chatter. He nced at Xu Lai, signaling him to bring a menu over.


    Jiang Mian, a bit bored, started ying with her phone, head down.


    Susu Big Baby:[Damn it, do you know what I¡¯m going through? My parents are making me go on a blind date]


    Susu Big Baby:[I knew this dinner was a setup, I¡¯m so grounded]


    Susu Big Baby:[The parents of the guy and the guy himself are sitting opposite me, I can¡¯t even leave, waaa]


    Jiang Mian curved her lips into a smile and began typing.


    Jiang Xiaomian:[I¡¯ll help you, where are you?]


    Su Lixing was momentarily stunned by the message but quickly sent her location to Jiang Mian.


    Her bestie would definitely rescue her from this dire situation.


    Jiang Mian checked the location and immediately forwarded it to another person.


    Jiang Xiaomian:[Susu is on a blind date, no need to thank me {Location}]


    The person on the other side didn¡¯t respond, but Jiang Mian didn¡¯t mind.


    After all, her brother would definitely go there once he saw it.


    How could he bear to watch his first love on a blind date with someone else?


    "Hey, Teacher Wen and Teacher Lu are working together for the third time, right?"


    He Guang suddenly changed the subject, looking towards the always quiet Wen Qianning.


    Wen Qianning set down her hot tea, "Yes, it¡¯s the third time."


    Lu Yunzhou lifted his eyes to stare at Wen Qianning, his thin lips pursed lightly before quickly shifting his gaze away.


    "Then I muste to observe tomorrow¡¯s first scene between you two."


    Lu Yunzhou just smiled lightly, and Wen Qianning looked up at Wei Zhouchen, "It seems you¡¯re also eager to shoot a kissing scene."


    "No, no, Sister Qianning, I just want to learn. After all, we definitely have things to learn from a Movie Emperor and Movie Queen¡¯s acting skills."


    Wei Zhouchen and Wen Qianning were from the samepany, and their teasing was typical of a senior-junior rtionship in the industry.


    The first scene between the leads tomorrow would indeed be a kissing scene, a significant challenge, but perhaps it would be a highlight for Wen Qianning and Lu Yunzhou.


    It certainly whet the appetite of everyone else.


    Jiang Mian looked up, her chin propped in her hand, a flicker of amusement in her eyes.


    She seemed to know something big.


    "Excuse me, I didn¡¯t mean to interrupt, here is your ordered meal."


    ???


    Everyone looked at each other.


    Who ordered?


    Director Ming scanned the group¡¯s puzzled faces and then turned to the waiter, "We didn¡¯t order this, you must have made a mistake."


    The waiter looked down at the paper in his hand. How could there be a mistake?


    This private room was under special instructions from the manager, with every dish confirmed repeatedly before being served.


    "I ordered it."

 Chapter 136: She Couldn’t Possibly Have Fallen for You, Could She?

    <h4>Chapter 136: Chapter 136: She Couldn¡¯t Possibly Have Fallen for You, Could She?</h4>


    Fu Sichen¡¯s low and mild voice resonated.


    Everyone at the table turned to look over instantly.


    Even Jiang Mian craned her neck to nce at Fu Sichen.


    Was this man still hungry?


    The waiter made a beeline towards them, and Fu Sichen saidposedly, "Just ce it in front of her."


    ?!!!


    Before they could recover from their previous shock, everyone was surprised once again.


    Wei Zhouchen couldn¡¯t hide his envy.


    Captain Fu truly favored the girls after all.


    It was like this in the troop, and now he hadn¡¯t changed a bit even after leaving it.


    Xu Yanzhi couldn¡¯t help but make a snide remark, "Teacher Jiang is really fortunate, even getting a fat-reducing meal personally ordered by President Fu. Secretly dieting behind our backs makes us feel downright ashamed."


    Herment was a triple attack.


    First, she pointed out that Fu Sichen had unexpectedly ordered a meal just for Jiang Mian.


    Second, she positioned all the female actors at the scene, except for Jiang Mian, as allies of her own.


    Lastly, she ced Jiang Mian at the center of the conflict.


    Jiang Mian wasn¡¯t choked by Xu Yanzhi¡¯s words; instead, she carefully appreciated the fat-reducing meal Fu Sichen had prepared for her.


    Two small slices of whole wheat toast, with egg and broli, and there were some fruits on the side. Everything was present and the colors were appetizing.


    The straightforward man had finally caught on.


    Seeing that Jiang Mian wasn¡¯t paying her any attention, making her feel like the fool, Xu Yanzhi¡¯splexion turned sour.


    As Jiang Mian started to eat calmly in front of everyone, Fu Sichen chuckled lightly, "I¡¯m not sure what objections Miss Xu might have, but she has eaten quite a bit tonight and it hasn¡¯t managed to block her mouth."


    "Fu merely saw that Miss Jiang hadn¡¯t touched her chopsticks and ordered her something to whet her appetite¡ªyou see, I don¡¯t wish for her to have stomach troubles affect the progress during filming or variety show recording."


    "Miss Xu, remember, I am a Capitalist."


    The implication was crystal clear for Xu Yanzhi¡ªnot to stir up trouble and to mind her own business.


    Xu Yanzhi¡¯s face turned from pale to flushed, exceptionally unsightly.


    The person at the center of the event was busily enjoying the fat-reducing meal with her head down.


    Her fingernails dug deeply into her own flesh underneath the table.


    "Indeed, Sister Jiang Mian, eat up. You should avoid an incident like the one on the variety showst time¡ªwe were all terrified."


    Jiang Mian plucked a napkin to dab at her mouth, "Thest time was just an ident."


    Fu Sichen leaned back in his chair, his demeanor rxed and casual, and his voice carrying slowly, "If everyone is full, please feel free to leave."


    President Fu is...


    Asking people to leave??


    Xu Lai walked to the door, proactively opening the private room door.


    The message couldn¡¯t be clearer.


    Director Ming and He Guang stood up first, "Then President Fu, we¡¯ll be leaving."


    Fu Sichen merely nodded slightly, his cool voice emitting a very faint "Mm."


    After greeting Fu Sichen, the people at the table filed out one after another, leaving only Xu Yanzhi, whose movements were a bit sluggish.


    She cast a look at Jiang Mian, "Isn¡¯t Teacher Jiang leaving?"


    Interrupted during her enjoyable meal, Jiang Mian frowned slightly and lifted her eyes to Xu Yanzhi, "Maybe Teacher Xu should get her eyes¡ªand oh, her ears too¡ªchecked out. President Fu said ¡¯if you¡¯re full,¡¯ and I¡¯ve only just started."


    Xu Yanzhi bit her lower lip and nced at Fu Sichen, but to no avail; his gaze was downcast,pletely ignoring her presence.


    Xu Lai stepped politely to the door, "Teacher Xu, after you."


    Jiang Mian!


    You wait and see.


    She stormed out, and Xu Lai, very considerately, closed the door behind her, standing at the doorway.


    Now that everyone had left, Jiang Mian casually brought up, "Xu Yanzhi couldn¡¯t have fallen for you, could she?"


    "That should be worded as a statement."


    "..."


    Just a mention, and he was so conceited as to admit it.

 Chapter 137: Chief Experience Officer

    <h4>Chapter 137: Chapter 137: Chief Experience Officer</h4>


    Jiang Mian cast a sidelong and deep nce at the man sittingzily beside her, "Then I ask President Fu to restrain himself. If you get lured away by some flowers and grass, I¡¯ll definitely send you both to soak in a pig cage."


    Soak in a pig cage?


    Fu Sichen chuckled lightly, "Does Mrs. Fu not trust me or herself?"


    After taking a sip of hot tea and feeling much better in her stomach, Jiang Mian raised her voice, "How dare I? It¡¯s just that President Fu is top1 on the list of women¡¯s prey, so take good care of yourself out there, boy."


    The man watched Jiang Mian¡¯s somewhat mischievous smile, leaned towards her slightly, and said with a half-smile, "Does that top list include Mrs. Fu?"


    Jiang Mian refused to fall for the trap and pretended to ponder for two seconds, "I¡¯m the chief experience officer, of course it doesn¡¯t include me."


    Chief experience officer...


    Fu Sichen¡¯s smile deepened, his face rxed, "Shall we continue tonight then?"


    Jiang Mian was reading a message sent to her by Su Lixing and without much thought asked, "Continue what?"


    The man¡¯s thin lips floated down three words, "Experience me."


    His voice paused slightly, followed by a deep chuckle, "Chief experience officer."


    !!!


    Jiang Mian¡¯s face instantly flushed red.


    Ahhhh!


    What is this!!!


    Fu Sichen is shamelessly flirting everywhere again!


    Jiang Mian suddenly stood up, and Fu Sichen looked up at the woman before him, "Is Mrs. Fu losing her temper?"


    "Xu Lai."


    "President Fu, you called me."


    Fu Sichen waved his hand, "Show Mrs. Fu the item."


    The item??


    What item??


    And it¡¯s all so secretive.


    Jiang Mian nced at Xu Lai, then at Fu Sichen, calm andposed.


    It must be something good.


    Xu Lai caught on quickly, opening the tablet and stepping forward, "Madam, this is the list of items for the Hai City auction tomorrow. President Fu will make a trip to Hai City."


    !!!


    Jiang Mian¡¯s eyes suddenly brightened; what¡¯s going on recently, with so many auctions.


    Moreover, each one hits her right in the feels.


    A ruby ne.


    A pair of pink diamond princess shoes.


    Jiang Mian had no resistance to pink diamonds.


    Along with some other jewelry treasures.


    She turned to Fu Sichen, her attitude immediately changing, "Husband~ you¡¯re the best."


    Xu Lai, standing to the side, got goosebumps all over.


    Is this something he should be hearing?


    Fu Sichen felt a secret thrill, his expressionzy and eyes smiling, the second time his wife had called him "husband."


    Such a change in address sounded much nicer.


    He hooked his lips into a smile, "What is this act, Mrs. Fu?"


    Jiang Mian directly sat on Fu Sichen¡¯s thighs, wrapping her arms around his neck, "Just straightening out the queen¡¯s position."


    Fu Sichen¡¯s thin lips curved slightly, and from nowhere, he produced a ck card with a golden edge and ced it on the dining table, "Then I¡¯ll see you tonight, queen."


    He helped Jiang Mian to her feet and stood up himself.


    "That dress looks very nice, don¡¯t change."


    Fu Sichen walked away, his voice slowly fading.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s brain had yet to catch up; she stared at the hotel card on the dining table and realized she had been outmaneuvered.


    To think she would one day fall for the hidden rules!


    And from her own husband, no less.


    All for those treasures, sob...


    Fu Sichen!


    Her lifeline was firmly in his grasp.


    Jiang Mian took a deep breath and picked up the hotel card.


    It¡¯s just about seeing him at night, not like she hadn¡¯t done that before.


    She often experienced top1 on the prey list.


    If one day Fu Sichen upset her, she would definitely create an alt ount and expose someone¡¯s techniques.


    Fu Sichen had left not long ago, and Jiang Mian, in her high heels, also returned to the hotel.

 Chapter 138: The Intuition of a Married Girl

    <h4>Chapter 138: Chapter 138: The Intuition of a Married Girl</h4>


    *


    "Hahaha, you guys really know how to have fun."


    Luo Ting saw Jiang Mian return with a room card and wondered what had happened.


    It turned out to be an invitation from President Fu.


    Young people sure have a variety of tricks.


    Jiang Mian found afortable position and sprawled on the sofa, ying with her phone, "It¡¯s just that he¡¯s a pervert at heart."


    "I saw theming back one by one just now. I thought something had happened to you, and I was about to go check, but it turns out President Fu had kept you back. But hearing you say this, this Xu Yanzhi is not so easy to deal with either."


    Jiang Mian nodded, "Yeah, keep an eye on her. I¡¯ve always felt she had a hand in yesterday¡¯s incident."


    After all, the originally favored actress for the secondary female lead was reced, and now she¡¯s starring as the third female lead without pay¡ªJiang Mian couldn¡¯t believe she was that innocent.


    Suddenly, Jiang Mian sat up, "Hey, Sister Ting, do you know Wen Qianning and Lu Yunzhou?"


    "The Movie Emperor and Movie Queen? Of course, I know them."


    "Seems like those two have a special rtionship."


    Luo Ting thought it was something serious and sat down on the sofa across, "Of course, it¡¯s special."


    !!!


    Jiang Mian sensed something different, "What have I missed?"


    When did these two start dating? She had been surfing the inte at 8G speeds and yet knew nothing.


    Luo Ting could tell Jiang Mian had misunderstood and quickly interrupted, "Ohe on, it¡¯s not what you think. Both of them came from the drama academy, and they were even ssmates."


    "They really got along very well after their debut, won Movie Queen and Movie Emperor together, they¡¯ve coborated several times too. I¡¯d say they really synergize well."


    "They haven¡¯t dated? For real?"


    Luo Ting almost spit out her water, Jiang Mian¡¯s speed at catching up was truly fast.


    "Would I lie to you? Although there are fans who ship their CP, the two really haven¡¯t been involved in any scandals over the years."


    "I¡¯ll bet with you, these two must have dated before, if not now."


    Luo Tingughed, "So sure? What¡¯s the bet?"


    "Of course, the intuition of a married girl."


    Jiang Mian thought for a moment, "I¡¯m craving ice cream."


    "Alright, alright."


    Luo Tingughed out loud. Asking for ice cream seemed so humble becausest time because of Jiang Mian¡¯s stomach issues, Fu Sichen had gathered up all the ice cream at home and given it away.


    There was a knock outside. Luo Ting stood up, "Married girl, you better worry about tonight, both of you restrain yourselves. You have filming tomorrow."


    The door opened, and Yangyang returned with a small camera, holding a variety of snacks in her hands.


    She wiped the sweat off her forehead, "Restrained from what?"


    "Nothing, where did youe back from, and you brought so much to eat."


    "I just ran into some staff downstairs who insisted on giving these to me, but don¡¯t worry, I gave them the leftover fruit tea too. I wouldn¡¯t leave any leverage behind."


    Yangyang could tell many staff members were aware of the rumors and were all trying to please Sister Mianmian.


    She gulped down arge sip of water, "By the way, I saw lots of gossip on my way back."


    Working in the entertainment circle sure lets you in on many secrets.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s eyes followed her, "What did you see?"


    "The Movie Emperor¡¯s manager slipped something to the Movie Queen¡¯s manager. Do you think their managers are having an affair?"


    Jiang Mian looked meaningfully at Luo Ting, and Luo Ting quickly understood what Jiang Mian implied.


    Thisdy¡¯s gossiping skills were indeed top-notch, her intuition quite impressive too.

 Chapter 139: "Online Auction

    <h4>Chapter 139: Chapter 139: "Online Auction</h4>


    "There¡¯s another one, I saw the third female lead named Yan Zhi arguing with her agent, and I think I heard President Fu¡¯s name mentioned in their conversation."


    Yan Zhi?


    "Pfft¡ª"


    Jiang Mian couldn¡¯t help butugh: "The name does suit her pretty well."


    She sprawled back on the sofa again. It¡¯s normal for them to be arguing. Fu Sichen is such a figure, anyone would want to get close and take a peek, probably Xu Yanzhi got scolded.


    At this moment, in Xu Yanzhi¡¯s suite.


    "Are you out of your mind today, embarrassing yourself that badly, don¡¯t you know?"


    Her agent, knowing what had happened at today¡¯s kick-off banquet, was furious and scolded angrily.


    Xu Yanzhi was also very annoyed, having made such a mess of her image at the outset.


    Now, surely, she¡¯s made a terrible impression with President Fu.


    "I didn¡¯t mean to, but I just can¡¯t help it when I see his face, and seeing how close he is to Jiang Mian, aren¡¯t I supposed to feel anxious?"


    Just one look at Fu Sichen¡¯s face could send any woman¡¯s heart racing.


    The more smitten they are, the more likely they are to mess up.


    "Lay low for a while, especially around Jiang Mian. She deals with things so quickly, there¡¯s definitely someone backing her. We¡¯ve cleaned up our act over here, but who knows if they¡¯ll investigate and find out it¡¯s us."


    How is it Jiang Mian again?


    "What is her background? With a background, how could she still be a C-lister? It¡¯s all just hype."


    Her agent shook his head: "That¡¯s all the more reason to be cautious. The dog that bites doesn¡¯t bark."


    Jiang Mian: ??? Quite polite, huh.


    "Eh, Sister Mianmian, aren¡¯t you ufortable in that dress? Is there another eventter?"


    Luo Ting came over and patted Jiang Mian¡¯s shoulder: "Your Sister Mianmian has an online auction to attendter."


    "Another auction, can I take a look?!"


    Yangyang¡¯s eyes lit up with anticipation.


    Luo Ting dragged her away: "Alright, hurry and go back to your room to wash up and rest. How much have you learned from the materials I gave you these past days?"


    "Eh, Sister Mianmian..."


    "Bang!"


    Watching the door close firmly, Jiang Mian and Luo Ting exchanged nces.


    Finally, some peace and quiet.


    "So they really have something going on?"


    An agent sending gifts to another agent, that¡¯s something only Yangyang would believe.


    Clearly, it¡¯s the person of interest gifting to another person of interest.


    Jiang Mian looked at the message from Su Lixing on her phone with a slight lift of her red lips. It seemed like her big brother had received the gift.


    Susu Big Baby: [You¡¯re truly such a good best friend, my sister.]


    "Today, just looking at Sister Qianning, I could tell she was on her period."


    She drank hot tea throughout the entire event and barely touched any of the spicy, cold seafood.


    Jiang Xiaomian: [Don¡¯t mention it / rose emoji.jpg /]


    So that thing is probably some medicine or a heating pad.


    Luo Ting scrutinized Jiang Mian up and down: "Since when have you had such good observational skills?"


    Jiang Mian¡¯s red lips twitched, typical Sister Ting, never expecting much.


    "I¡¯ve always had plenty of skills, it¡¯s just that..."


    Her phone vibrated once, Jiang Mian looked at the message and stood up.


    "Where are you off to?"


    Jiang Mian¡¯s eyebrows arched slightly, her smile wild as she waved the room card in her hand: "An auction. Want toe along?"


    ...


    "No, no, you stay safe."


    *


    The next day.


    Jiang Mian stretchedzily on thefortable big bed.


    I must say, Fu Sichen¡¯s amodations are truly different, even the bed is slightly morefortable.


    She felt around the side of the bed.


    Empty.


    Only a hint of warmth remained.


    A faint scent of hotel shampoo lingered on the pillow.


    She got up, rubbed her hair, and lifted the quilt to look.


    Oh my.


    Endless spring scenery.


    Jiang Mian looked at the red velvet dress hanging at the end of the bed, now wrinkled in one spot, with a pillow on the floor.


    The one she threw at someonest night and got thrown back onto the floor.


    Resulting in them sharing just one pillow when they went to sleep.

 Chapter 140: Unspoken Rules

    <h4>Chapter 140: Chapter 140: Unspoken Rules</h4>


    She draped on the robe that hung over the head of the bed. Immediately, her eyes caught a ck card edged with gold under the robe.


    Hmm??


    Jiang Mian picked it up and looked at it twice. It was Fu Sichen¡¯s card.


    Did he intentionally leave it for her??


    She looked around the room, which was empty, and the suit that usually hung on the door-mounted iron was also gone.


    She lowered her head to look at the ck card in her hand again.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s red lips pursed slightly as she let out a softugh.


    It seemed...


    Even more like¡ª


    A secret affair.


    *


    Restroom


    Although Jiang Mian sleptfortablyst night, that was only in theter part of the night.


    Her eyshes drooped slightly, and she still appeared somewhat drowsy.


    When Luo Ting entered with coffee, she scrutinized Jiang Mian from head to toe.


    Hmm, fairly cautious.


    No inappropriate marks were visible.


    Jiang Mian, noticing Luo Ting¡¯s gaze, saidnguidly, "Sister Ting, stop looking. The ces you can¡¯t see are all covered."


    "..."


    Luo Ting, initially intending topliment Jiang Mian, found herself at a loss for words.


    "Sister Mianmian, I¡¯ve brought the concealer."


    Yangyang rushed back in from outside, still holding the concealer.


    Early in the morning, after finishing her makeup, Sister Mianmian had sent her back to fetch the concealer, all secretive.


    Luo Ting recognized it at a nce¡ª


    "Post-Affair Concealer."


    "Didn¡¯t you say there wasn¡¯t anywhere?"


    Luo Ting walked up and scrutinized her, intently examining Jiang Mian¡¯s fair neck.


    Clean and clear, no marks.


    Jiang Mian helplessly tugged at the hem of her cheongsam.


    The cheongsam had covered it before, with a circle of dark marks around the delicate white ankles.


    ?!!!!


    Yangyang¡¯s mouth hung open as if she suddenly understood.


    Luo Ting, without saying a word, opened the nearly worn-out concealer and started applying it directly, "President Fu is indeed very meticulous."


    Knowing that Jiang Mian would wear a cheongsam for filming and had spared the slit sleeves and wrists, everything visible was clean and clear.


    He didn¡¯t even spare the ankles from sight.


    She could imagine the kind of marks hidden on her body.


    Yangyang¡¯s face turned a bit red; her mouth seemed to have been enlightened.


    Just the day before, they had talked about what type of women President Fu would like, and the next day, Mrs. Fu was right in front of her.


    Yesterday they discussed that the Seven-sided Warrior of President Fu needed validation, and today...


    Totally fulfilling the warrior!


    The staff member came knocking on the door, "Teacher Jiang, your scene has been moved up, you have to go shoot now."


    So soon??!!


    Yangyang muttered a couple of times, "I saw Movie Queen Wen just start filming."


    There must have been some issue.


    Jiang Mian nced at Luo Ting and responded, "Alright, I¡¯ll be right there."


    Luo Ting speeded up applying concealer and loose powder to Jiang Mian¡¯s wrists, and Jiang Mian bent down to touch up too.


    "That¡¯s good, go ahead."


    This truly worried her.


    If it identally gets exposed and caught by the media, she wouldn¡¯t know what to say.


    Just got rid of these rumors and jokes, and now embroiled in a scandal, how was she to continue her career?


    This youngdy really didn¡¯t know how to hold back.


    And President Fu...


    Forget it, both of them are untouchable.


    They could only clean up after them.


    Jiang Mian and Yangyang were ready to head to the set first, but the phone in Luo Ting¡¯s pocket vibrated.


    A real-time hot topic Weibo notification.


    !!!!


    Her face slightly changed as she looked at the title.


    After clicking in, she became a bit concerned.


    Hard to say whether to enjoy the drama or fear it blowing up on them.


    Luo Ting made a call to the public rtions department of the team, "Keep an eye on the online developments, especially make sure it doesn¡¯t bacsh on Jiang Mian. Notify me immediately of any situation."

 Chapter 141: She Is the Female Lead I’ve Been Looking For

    <h4>Chapter 141: Chapter 141: She Is the Female Lead I¡¯ve Been Looking For</h4>


    Jiang Mian arrived on the set to find a crowd of people gathered around, there was even a doctor specially invited by the director¡¯s team in case any actors suffered from heatstroke.


    "What¡¯s going on here?"


    Yangyang had already be well-acquainted with the crew and had a general idea of the situation.


    She lowered her voice: "It seems like Movie Queen Wen is feeling unwell because of her period, so they had us shoot first."


    Jiang Mian¡¯s gaze turned toward the somewhat pale-faced woman sitting in the center of the crowd.


    "Yangyang, send a message to Sister Ting and tell her there¡¯s medicine for relieving menstrual pain in my luggage, ask her to bring it over."


    Without asking any further questions, Yangyang responded, "Okay, I¡¯ll send a message to Sister Ting right now."


    "Teacher Jiang, get ready, we¡¯re about to shoot."


    "Okay,ing."


    Jiang Mian¡¯s scene wasn¡¯t very challenging, and she quickly got through it.


    Director Ming nodded in satisfaction: "Jiang Mian, not bad!"


    Jiang Mian slowly pulled away from the scene and nodded slightly at Ming Lang: "Thank you, Director Ming."


    Sitting next to Ming Lang was another person Jiang Mian wasn¡¯t very familiar with. As their gazes met, he nodded slightly at her, and Jiang Mian responded with a smile.


    "Jiang Mian, you have a part that includes dancing, we¡¯ll arrange for dance lessons for you in a couple of days."


    Jiang Mian nodded: "Understood, Director Ming."


    "Everyone! Next scene! Call the actors for this scene!"


    Ming Lang teased the man sitting next to him: "Your eye for talent is really something, I¡¯ve barely finished shooting here and you¡¯re already scouting people."


    Mu Yi¡¯s gaze lingered on the graceful figure of Jiang Mian, which seemed to ovep with the woman he had in mind.


    "She is the leadingdy I¡¯ve been looking for, only she will do."


    Knowing Mu Yi¡¯s personality, Ming Lang patted his shoulder: "Alright then, deal with it yourself, I don¡¯t have time to entertain you now, we¡¯ll talkter in the evening."


    "Okay."


    Yangyang excitedly approached Jiang Mian: "Sister Mianmian, that was amazing, you were so good."


    Jiang Mian took the water cup from Yangyang¡¯s hand and took a few sips, she had no scenes to shoot in the afternoon and could rest for a bit.


    Her gaze shifted to where Wen Qianning had been sitting earlier.


    She was gone.


    "Where¡¯s Teacher Wen?"


    Yangyang pointed toward the interior resting room: "It¡¯s too hot outside, she went back to the rest room, and I already gave her the medicine earlier."


    As long as she got it.


    Jiang Mian looked at Yangyang, who was still in high spirits, with some confusion: "Did you hit the lottery while I was filming?"


    With that look, Jiang Mian didn¡¯t even want to admit she knew her.


    "Sister Mianmian, go check out the trending searches."


    As Jiang Mian headed towards the resting room, she took the mobile phone Yangyang handed her.


    It couldn¡¯t be another piece of gossip to feast on.


    She knocked on the door of the rest room: "Teacher Wen, may Ie in?"


    A somewhat weak voice came from inside: "Come in."


    A rush of cool air swept through, and the temperature around Jiang Mian instantly dropped.


    Sofortable.


    Wen Qianning was now half-lying on the sofa, her lips still a bit pale.


    This time not only the assistant but also the agent was there, with expressions of concern and urgency on their faces.


    "Didn¡¯t you take the medicine earlier?"


    Wen Qianning looked at Jiang Mian: "I did, but my dysmenorrhea has always been severe, thanks, Jiang Mian."


    Jiang Mian waved her hand somewhat nonchntly: "It¡¯s nothing, but Teacher Wen, you still need to get treated, I know of a good Chinese medicine practitioner. You could visit if you have time."


    "I used to get pretty severe symptoms too, sometimes together with stomach problems, it was practically life-or-death. But it improved a lot after treatment."


    Wen Qianning picked up her phone: "I¡¯ll add you on WeChat, then you can rmend it to me, I really should go have a look when I find the time."


    Jiang Mian was about to say something when there was another knock on the door: "Qianning."


    Hmm?!!


    A trace of an unusual expression crossed Jiang Mian¡¯s face.

 Chapter 142: My Wife Bite

    <h4>Chapter 142: Chapter 142: My Wife Bite</h4>


    The voice sounded like Movie Emperor Lu Yunzhou.


    The agent nced at Wen Qianning and then went to open the door, and outside, there were Lu Yunzhou and his agent.


    When the two saw Jiang Mian and Yangyang, their expressions changed.


    The atmosphere in the room immediately turned awkward.


    Jiang Mian stepped forward and took the concealer from in front of the makeup mirror, "Teacher Wen, I¡¯m going back first. Take good care of yourself."


    Wen Qianning replied with an "Okay."


    The door to the resting room was quickly closed.


    Inside, only Wen Qianning and Lu Yunzhou and a few others remained.


    "Eh, Sister Mianmian, does it feel like there¡¯s something off with them?"


    Jiang Mian was looking at her vx messages on her phone, wondering why even her dear mom had sent her a message.


    "Hmm?"


    "It¡¯s like the vibes are off."


    Jiang Mian looked down at the messages andughed when she heard Yangyang¡¯s words, the kid finally got a clue, "Whatever needs to be known will eventually be known."


    Ms. Jiang:[Xuanxuan, you and Xiao Chen should be more cautious in usual times, it looks bad if it goes out]


    What¡¯s this??


    What the heck is her mother sending, it¡¯s so nonsensical.


    Jiang Mian slowly typed a "?".


    She then quickly opened a few more vx messages.


    Susu Big Baby:[Already such a yer when you join the group, didn¡¯t expect this hahaha Jiang Xiaomian!]


    Lin Chen:[I shouldn¡¯t say this about you two, but this really isn¡¯t very nice-looking]


    Baby Yu:[Cough cough cough, I can only say I¡¯m shocked]


    What is going on with everyone?


    Jiang Mian was utterly confused.


    There was even a message from Fu Sichen.


    Slutty Dog:[The trending topic has been handled by someone already]


    Slutty Dog:[Don¡¯t worry, it won¡¯t involve you, Mrs. Fu]


    Trending topic??


    Jiang Mian looked towards Yangyang next to her, "What were you saying about the trending topic just now?"


    Yangyang had an aunt-like smile, "Sister Mianmian, just check it yourself and you¡¯ll know."


    Jiang Mian¡¯s delicate brows furrowed, still all secretive.


    She was actually a bit curious.


    She clicked into the trending searches, and the top one showed¡ª


    #Fu Sichen is married#


    #President Fu and his wife are truly affectionate#


    #My wife bit me#


    #Who is Mrs. Fu#


    ...


    Below that, Jiang Mian didn¡¯t scroll further and randomly clicked into one.


    It was a video posted by an entertainment blogger.


    Jiang Mian directly opened the video, a segment of an interview with Fu Sichen.


    The setting looked like some business conference with reporters below.


    In the video, the man was in a crisply ironed suit, his necktie neat and tidy at the cor, but looking further up¡ª


    There was a very obvious bite mark on Fu Sichen¡¯s Adam¡¯s apple.


    Emmmm...


    It seemed that manually handling things wasn¡¯t enough yesterday, so she had bitten him.


    After leaving the military, Fu Sichen¡¯s skin had gotten much lighter, making the dark red bite mark all the more conspicuous on his neck.


    Ahhhh!!


    The damn man didn¡¯t even know to cover it up.


    No wonder every one of them came to greet him in person.


    She didn¡¯t really mind her private life being exposed, as Sister Ting had endured such marks countless times after all.


    But still, being disyed all over the inte was a bit too much.


    Fu Sichen was proving himself quite capable, as a Seven-sided Warrior.


    A reporter stood up to ask Fu Sichen a question, "President Fu, may I ask you a personal question?"


    As soon as the reporter finished speaking, the whole room went silent for a moment.


    Everyone¡¯s gaze was fixed on Fu Sichen, waiting for his response.


    Fu Sichen was silent for a moment, and the questioning reporter was also about to give himself an out, but then he heard the man¡¯s low maic voice, "Hm."


    Hmm?!!


    Really?!


    The reporter was a bit stunned.


    Fu Sichen had actually agreed.

 Chapter 143: "Murdering One’s Own Husband

    <h4>Chapter 143: Chapter 143: "Murdering One¡¯s Own Husband</h4>


    The other reporters seated felt a bit sour, after all, breaking the rule with a personal question first.


    Surprisingly, President Fu was breaking the rule today!!


    The reporter who stood up quickly processed his thoughts and organized his words, "President Fu, what is your current rtionship status?"


    !!!!


    The crowd sighed again.


    They were even more impressed at the reporter¡¯s audacity.


    They all had seen the mark, and even if there was a chance, they might have asked other personal questions; the questioning reporter was indeed straightforward.


    Everyone¡¯s gaze fell on Fu Sichen, with the questioning reporter feeling a chill in his heart.


    Testing the limits of job security.


    Fu Sichen¡¯s profound ck eyes rippled slightly, his voice deep yet carrying a hint of a smile, "Married."


    What???


    The crowd was in an uproar.


    "What?!!"


    "Really married!!"


    "So the rumors on the reality show were true!!"


    "Not necessarily, maybe it just happened after the reality show recently, after all with President Fu¡¯s status, I think a family alliance is more probable."


    ...


    The reporters at the scene were abuzz with discussion.


    Even the executives and high-level managers of many corporations seated in the front were surprised.


    They didn¡¯t expect President Fu to marry so early.


    They had all thought of introducing suitable young women from their families to President Fu.


    If they could establish a connection with him, it would bring prosperity and wealth for many generations.


    Too bad.


    Fu Sichen¡¯s well-defined fingers toyed with the pen on the table, he said with a faint smile, "And a little bonus, what you see is bitten by my wife."


    !!!


    The whole ce erupted.


    As soon as he finished speaking, Fu Sichen stood up and nodded slightly before leaving.


    Everyone watched Fu Sichen¡¯s retreating figure and burst into apuse.


    The video ended there.


    Jiang Mian scrolled through thements below¡ª


    [Oh my! My President Fu, sob sob!]


    [Probably a family alliance, it happened so quickly!]


    [Can I soul-swop into his wife for a bit!!]


    [I mean, with the Fu Family¡¯s status, it¡¯s hard to think who President Fu would need to form an alliance with]


    [They really seem to entertain each other well, they must have a good rtionship]


    [Sob, my Chen Mian couple is over, I love the way President Fu looks at his wife]


    ...


    There was a variety of opinions in thement section.


    Jiang Xiaomian: [Fu Sichen! You definitely did that on purpose!]


    Slutty Dog: [Mrs. Fu, which matter are you referring to?]


    I mean every single one!!!


    Never seen a questione with a buy-one-get-one-free deal.


    You think this is a supermarket promotion?


    Jiang Mian, dragging Yangyang, quickly headed back to the hotel.


    In public, she had to maintain her image.


    Family matters had to be dealt with behind closed doors.


    "Sister Mianmian, slow down, slow down, what¡¯s going on?"


    Yangyang was still looking at her phone, suddenly pulled by Jiang Mian and was too stunned to react.


    Just like that, she was brought back to the presidential suite in the hotel.


    "Oh, back already."


    Luo Ting, seeing Jiang Mian panting, guessed that the ancestor had seen the news online.


    Jiang Mian gulped down arge ss of water and headed towards the bedroom with her phone in hand.


    "What are you going to do?"


    Jiang Mian lightly dropped four words: "Murder my own husband."


    "Bang!"


    The door closed behind her.


    Luo Ting and Yangyang burst intoughter.


    "Sister Ting, but I¡¯m so sad, they say Chen Mian couple is over, they¡¯re nning to close the site."


    Yangyang had just joined the Chen Mian couple super-topic, envisioning it to grow big and strong.


    Unexpectedly, sob sob sob.


    It was closing down so soon.


    "Nobody thought perhaps Mrs. Fu is Jiang Mian."


    As soon as Luo Ting said this, Yangyang¡¯s entire brain clicked.


    Right!


    How did she not think of that?


    Quickly, she went to post in the super-topic like a prophet and cut a video to spot some clues and retain some hope.


    Yangyang happily hugged Luo Ting, "Sister Ting, you are really amazing, I¡¯m going off to edit the video!"

 Chapter 144: Hunting Time

    <h4>Chapter 144: Chapter 144: Hunting Time</h4>


    At the moment inside the room, Jiang Mian directly dialed Slutty Dog¡¯s voice call.


    Just met with reporters, probably in the car at this point.


    Hunting time!!


    The call connected quickly.


    "Fu Sichen, you¡¯re not upholding male virtue, wooo!!!"


    "Bragging with bite marks all over, deliberately trying to brand me with a ¡¯neck-biting little dog persona¡¯!!!"


    In the wealthy circles, it had wildly spread that Fu Sichen had married a Mrs. Fu with impressive skills in bed.


    Men envied him.


    Women were jealous.


    If they knew she was Mrs. Fu, where would she ce the image of a well-breddy she had meticulously cultivated over twenty years?


    "Reflect on yourself properly, from now on, don¡¯te looking for me, don¡¯t contact me, just disappear."


    Jiang Mian ranted on, but s, there was no sound from the other end of the phone.


    Huh??


    "Fu Sichen?"


    "President Fu?"


    "Don¡¯t y mute, adults need to bravely face their mistakes and take responsibility."


    Jiang Mian spoke with fervor and righteousness.


    This sermon was truly pouring on thickly.


    Fu Sichen paused thoughtfully and spoke slowly, "Heard all of that? My wife said, adults need to bravely face their mistakes and take responsibility. I absolutely need an exnation for the result of this proposal."


    ???


    Jiang Mian nced at the notes on her phone.


    It wasn¡¯t a wrong number.


    Was Fu Sichen in a meeting???


    Ahhh!


    Those words just now...


    Damn it! Crying to death!


    Jiang Mian nced again at the changing call duration on her phone.


    She might as well find a spot to bury herself.


    "Mrs. Fu..."


    "Beep¡ª"


    A loud hang-up resonated throughout the meeting room.


    Below was a quieter-than-a-mouse atmosphere, no one dared utter another word.


    It even felt like breathing was a form of pressure.


    Fu Sichen looked at the hung-up screen, chuckled lightly, and began typing on his phone¡ª


    Fu Sichen: [Adults also need to confront everything. Avoidance isn¡¯t a good solution.]


    Jiang Mian: I could cough up blood for you.


    Jiang Xiaomian: [Fu Sichen! Dog of a man! You¡¯re too much, you¡¯re absolutely ruthless. I must have had terrible luck for generations to meet you... (Here omitting 500+ fierce "ranting" details)]


    The man sitting at the head of the meeting room slightly curved his thin lips, his fingertips tapping on the cool surface of the table.


    "Tap."


    "Tap."


    "Tap."


    Not to mention others, even Xu Lai feared President Fu¡¯s action.


    The next second.


    Fu Sichen stood up, "If there isn¡¯t a good solution today, then no one gets to leave."


    "Xu Lai,e out with me for a moment."


    "Yes... yes, President Fu."


    He immediately followed Fu Sichen, the meeting room stayed silent for a long while, everyone exchanged nces, not daring to discuss what they had just heard.


    After all, they were currently in dire straits, better to focus on finding a solution.


    Ten minutester, the long-absent official Weibo of the Fu Group appeared.


    Fu Group v: [Our Mrs. Fu is fair, beautiful like a celestial, dignified and graceful, wise and clever, the beauty of the state (Here omitting 500+ ttering idioms), we hope everyone will not specte or discuss too much, thank you!]


    [Lastly, we wish President Fu and his wife a century of harmony, music of marriage life, and a century of growing old together (allpany employees including the legal team send blessings!)]


    [Yes, yes, we got it!! (Both ears heard this)]


    [If the official Weibo admin is threatened, just blink]


    [Fine then, you guys have a century of love, here¡¯s to my century alone]


    [We won¡¯t say, thewyers are here, we understand]


    Now, everyone online knew not to insult, curse, or specte about President Fu¡¯s wife, only that she could be pampered at the heart of President Fu.

 Chapter 145: Having a Pregnancy?

    <h4>Chapter 145: Chapter 145: Having a Pregnancy?</h4>


    Slutty Dog: "Is Mrs. Fu satisfied?"


    Jiang Mian had caught the content posted on the official online ount in real time.


    Very good.


    A vengeful Slutty Dog.


    It indeed seemed like repaying kindness with kindness, and forgiving past grievances, which made her look less generous.


    Jiang Xiaomian: "Satisfied, very satisfied, extremely satisfied"


    Forget it, since Fu Sichen had publicly defended her like that, she wouldn¡¯t hold it against him.


    After all, being publicly married couldn¡¯t be traced back to her; to outsiders, she was Jiang Mian, and Mrs. Fu was just a very mysterious person.


    That worked out well.


    It cut off the throngs of admirers around Fu Sichen, especially the top prey on the list.


    He could be crossed off.


    Not bad, not bad, she at least gained something out of it.


    But¡ª


    Jiang Mian¡¯s gazended on the messages from a few insiders on vx.


    Susu Big Baby: "Jiang Xiaomian, there¡¯s more to your marital fun?"


    Susu Big Baby: "Typical you, even President Fu praised your 500-word essay."


    Jiang Xiaomian: "No need for praise, because I scolded him with a 500-word essay."


    Susu Big Baby: "Sorry to bother."


    Ms. Jiang: "Are you two ever going to stop?"


    Jiang Xiaomian: "Ms. Jiang! It¡¯s a misunderstanding!"


    Not many people knew about Jiang Mian and Fu Sichen getting their marriage certificate, aside from her agent and Yu Xinting, it was just her close girlfriends.


    As for rtives at home, they could probably guess by now.


    Because initially, she didn¡¯t let everyone meet during the New Year, simply saying her husband was in the military and didn¡¯t have time, but now...


    So her mom told her to hold back a bit, as a well-breddy shouldn¡¯t act like this.


    Ms. Jiang: "Your rtionship is so good, and Xiao Chen hase back, why not have a baby?"


    ...


    Jiang Mian tly ignored this message.


    Didn¡¯t see, didn¡¯t see.


    "Jiang Mian, Director Mu would like to have a word with you."


    Luo Ting knocked on the room door from outside.


    Director Mu?


    Jiang Mian got up to open the door and peeped out, "Who?"


    Luo Ting lightly "tsked", never expecting her to remember much.


    She lowered her voice, "It¡¯s Director Mu Yi, the one who gave you that scriptst time with a bit of an intense theme."


    Jiang Mian looked toward the presidential suite¡¯s door: "Outside?"


    Luo Ting nodded.


    Usually, it was the actors who chased after directors for a role, but this was the first time she saw a directoring to find someone.


    Jiang Mian straightened her hair and headed to the door, "Let¡¯s see."


    The door opened, and a casually dressed man stood outside, looking quite young, around 30, with a refined demeanor.


    Mu Yi¡¯s eyes brightened when he saw Jiang Mian; he had only seen photos, and she was even more charismatic in person than he had pictured.


    "Miss Jiang, hello, I¡¯m Mu Yi."


    Jiang Mian paused, then politely smiled, "Director Mu, hello, I¡¯m Jiang Mian."


    That was terrifying.


    It was really the first time she saw a director so humble, making her feel more like a senior.


    "I don¡¯t know if Miss Jiang is familiar with the script, but I sincerely wish to invite you to be the female lead in this drama."


    Jiang Mian paused again; asked like that, she genuinely felt a bit bad to refuse.


    "Director Mu, the thing is, I¡¯ve just started filming this drama here and currently don¡¯t have the inclination to explore others. I¡¯ve read your script, and it¡¯s very good, but it¡¯s not suitable for me, so I¡¯m sorry."


    Mu Yi¡¯s eyes dimmed slightly as he adjusted his ck sses, "Is it a matter of scale?"


    Seeing that Mu Yi asked so directly, Jiang Mian spoke frankly, "Yes, my family is quite strict."


    That bite mark from Fu Sichen had already had Ms. Jiang lecturing her to death.


    If she took this role, let alone Ms. Jiang binding her up to repent to her ancestors and then retiring from the entertainment circle, Fu Sichen¡¯s scowl would definitely find ways to stop the movie from being made.


    In essence, this movie was more like a guillotine for her.


    It¡¯s better not to ept, for everyone¡¯s good.

 Chapter 146: Not As Experienced As Her and Fu Sichen

    <h4>Chapter 146: Chapter 146: Not As Experienced As Her and Fu Sichen</h4>


    Mu Yi paused for a moment, "As far as I know, Miss Jiang has no scenes this afternoon, I wonder if she has time to watch a movie with me."


    "This is apletely closed shooting, no leaving without permission."


    Mu Yi waved his hand, "Eh, that¡¯s not necessary, there¡¯s a small cinema under the hotel, we can watch it there."


    "..."


    Is there really no excuse left to turn this down?


    Jiang Mian nced at Luo Ting, but she didn¡¯t say much.


    "Sure, but Director Mu, don¡¯t expect to hold onto anything from just a movie."


    Jiang Mianid her terms out in advance, at least this way, if she refused after such persistent invitations, it would be Jiang Mian¡¯s fault.


    The two went to the private cinema below the hotel.


    Luo Ting was a bit apprehensive and followed them, taking a seat in thest row of the cinema to avoid disturbing their discussion about the movie.


    The movie selected by Mu Yi was a foreign one with quite explicit content.


    Before the movie started, she received a message from Slutty Dog.


    Slutty Dog: [Where should I send the auction items?]


    !!!!


    Speaking of speed, if Fu Sichen was ranked second, nobody would dare im the first spot.


    Such efficiency.


    Jiang Xiaomian: [Send the big items home, and I want a quick peek at the small jewelry.]


    Locked up here without any special reason, it would probably be more than three months before she could return.


    Slutty Dog: [Understood.]


    Jiang Xiaomian: [Wow! Then, thank you to my capable husband /kissyface.jpg/]


    Fu Sichen looked at the message, his thin lips unconsciously lifting into a smile, feeling exceptionally good.


    "President Fu?"


    After Xu Lai finished talking about the itinerary and the proposals they had submitted, he noticed that Fu Sichen hadn¡¯t responded.


    Fu Sichen¡¯s thoughts snapped back to the present and he nced over the information, his voice clear, "Mm, everyone has worked hard these days, treat everyone to some afternoon snacks."


    "Okay... Hm?"


    Xu Lai instinctively responded and then realized something was amiss, even thinking he had heard wrong.


    "Is there an issue?"


    "No... no issue, I will get it arranged right away."


    Xu Lai left the office and exhaled deeply.


    Why was President Fu in such a good mood today??


    He pondered for three seconds...


    It must be Mrs. Fu¡¯s doing.


    An hourter, every employee at Fu Group received afternoon snacks, and Xu Lai thoughtfullybeled them as [From Mrs. Fu¡¯s care].


    At this time, Jiang Mian was sitting in the cinema with no intention of seriously watching this movie.


    Kind of bored.


    "May I ask what Miss Jiang¡¯s opinion is?"


    Jiang Mian¡¯s gaze lifted slightly, opinion?


    Could she say it wasn¡¯t as rich an experience as with Fu Sichen?


    The boldness of foreign movies was indeed more explicit, with direct sexual tension, and for adults, this could indeed provide a unique experience.


    Seeing that Jiang Mian hadn¡¯t spoken, Mu Yi added, "In reality, if we were to film, the explicitness wouldn¡¯t surpass this, domestic censorship is stricter, there has to be control."


    "I still appreciate the thought, Director Mu, but I can¡¯t take the role."


    Mu Yi gave a wry smile and said no more.


    After the movie ended, the two came out and Jiang Mian offered a polite smile, "Thank you for your kind offer, Director Mu, maybe I¡¯ll consider other scripts in the future."


    "Mm, goodbye."


    Jiang Mian watched Mu Yi¡¯s retreating back and felt considerably more relieved.


    This hour and a half had been real torture for her.


    "How did it go?"


    Luo Ting came out after the two had finished their exchange.


    Jiang Mian fell silent for a moment and smiled faintly, "What do you think?"


    "Do you want the simple version or the official one?"


    Jiang Mian nced at her, and Luo Ting immediately caught on, "I think watching this is nothingpared to the sexual tension between you and President Fu, don¡¯t you think?"


    Jiang Mian curved her lips into a smile, "Great minds think alike."

 Chapter 147: Find a Man to Fall in Love With

    <h4>Chapter 147: Chapter 147: Find a Man to Fall in Love With</h4>


    *


    The incident with Mu Yi hade to an end, and Jiang Mian¡¯s filming for the show went smoothly. Even the dance scene was praised by Ming Lang from head to toe, not a single hair spared.


    Subsequently, Luo Ting confidently left Yangyang alone in the crew to keep Jiang Mianpany.


    That was until Jiang Mian encountered the biggest bottleneck of her life.


    "Ambiguity."


    "Romance."


    "Jiang Mian! What¡¯s the matter with you, where is the affectionate gaze I asked for?"


    "What is this look on your face, the man in front of you is the person you like, and he likes you back. Are you two trying to be just good brothers? Best buddies walking together, right?"


    A roar from Director Ming rang out on set.


    No sooner had heplimented Jiang Mian on her natural talent than she was being scolded bloody.


    Wei Zhouchen looked at Ming Lang apologetically, "Director Ming, we really are like brothers from the same military unit, brimming with brotherly love."


    "Back in the day..."


    "Stop! Enough, you!"


    Ming Lang shifted his gaze to Jiang Mian, "Have you ever been in love? Find a man, date him to find that feeling, you know, a man¡¯s charm, and then just imagine Wei Zhouchen as your man. That¡¯s all."


    The staff, listening to Director Ming¡¯s spiel, lowered their heads to stifle theirughter.


    Yangyang immediately recorded this segment, knowing this had to be shared with Sister Ting.


    It was the first time they¡¯d seen a director begging an actor to date.


    Jiang Mian nced at Wei Zhouchen. He was like a brother to her; she couldn¡¯t go through with it.


    Director Ming could understand these two, their pure sibling bond left room for no further thoughts.


    He pondered for a moment, "Alright, go back and think it over. If that really doesn¡¯t work, find another man to stand in front of you. The main thing is your eyes and movements in the close-up. Got it?"


    "Understood, Director Ming."


    "Prepare for the next scene."


    Having finished her scene, Jiang Mian sat under a tent outside, sipping on some cooling tea from the table.


    Wen Qianning, who had witnessed everything, teased her, "I thought you¡¯d sail through without trouble, but you got stuck here, huh?"


    Jiang Mian sighed with frustration and helplessness, "Sister Qianning, Wei Zhouchen really does feel like a younger brother to me. It¡¯s hard enough for me not to feel my heart drop when I see him."


    There was no way she could feel her heart "thump-thump" for him.


    Because they shared a dressing room during this period, their rtionship had be quite good.


    Wen Qianning offered a faint smile, "Never been in love?"


    Jiang Mian, now 24, hadn¡¯t really had any romance rumors since she¡¯d joined the entertainment circle.


    (Speaking of which: Maybe she hadn¡¯t really yed in emotional films before.)


    This question, however, caught Jiang Mian off guard.


    Right after graduating, she had quickly registered her marriage with Fu Sichen, and then entered the entertainment industry; there hadn¡¯t been a chance for romance.


    As for her and Fu Sichen, they¡¯d skipped the romance stage and gone straight into an old married couple¡¯s life.


    Aside from their intimate life, everything else was nothing if not courteous.


    Seeing Jiang Mian hesitate, Wen Qianning took a sip of her tea and said, "So it¡¯s not that you¡¯ve never been in love?"


    "It¡¯s not that either."


    Jiang Mian leaned forward, resting her chin in her hand, and asked, "Hey, Sister Qianning, what do you think being in love feels like?"


    "The feeling of being in love..."


    Wen Qianning looked up at a man rehearsing his scene in the distance.


    After a while, she withdrew her gaze, "It¡¯s a fluttering heart upon first sight, joy upon seeing him again, and after that, it¡¯s just being in a good mood whenever you see him."


    Jiang Mian pursed her lips into a small smile.


    She seemed to understand the joy of ¡¯shipping¡¯ a couple, as Yangyang did.


    In any case, having watched over time, she could now be one hundred percent certain there were issues between this top celebrity couple.


    But they seemed conflicted, clearly caring for each other yet also seemingly holding a grudge.

 Chapter 148: Looking for Your Husband

    <h4>Chapter 148: Chapter 148: Looking for Your Husband</h4>


    "And then," Wen Qianning closed the script, her dark, shiny eyes drifting off somewhat, "then you¡¯ll find that love is just love. It¡¯s always fragile when faced with reality."


    She stood up, "I need to go shoot now, won¡¯t talk anymore, in the end you have to experience these feelings yourself, others can¡¯t help."


    Jiang Mian leaned back in her chair, Wen Qianning¡¯s words echoing in her mind.


    Is it really that difficult...


    What exactly is this feeling?


    Jiang Xiaomian: [What¡¯s it like to be in love?]


    Susu Big Baby: [??? ount hacked? Return the phone to my BFF before I call the police.]


    The corners of Jiang Mian¡¯s mouth twitched; this woman was really on high alert for scams.


    Jiang Xiaomian: [What¡¯s it like being in love with my brother?]


    Susu Big Baby: [Your brother is an ident.]


    Couldn¡¯t expect anything from Su Lixing.


    A new WeChat message arrived shortly after.


    Susu Big Baby: [You¡¯re married now, look for your hubby, the real deal, just stand there, and you¡¯ll be head over heels,pletely mesmerized and bewildered.]


    Fu Sichen...


    Jiang Mian involuntarily thought of that figure...


    Forget it, not suitable.


    She dating a younger "brother," looking to Fu Sichen was useless, the feeling wasn¡¯t right.


    Others have a cutesy younger brother, while he¡¯s a direct pounce from a big wolf.


    And there was only her, the poor little sheep, left to suffer.


    Jiang Xiaomian: [I¡¯m currently acting with a younger brother who is three years my junior.]


    Susu Big Baby: [Oh-ho, older woman with a younger man is like striking gold, I get it.]


    What do you get?


    Susu Big Baby: [My cousin just opened a dance hall, want toe y? There are 18-year-old college guys with great bodies, guaranteed to give you the feeling of being in love.]


    Susu Big Baby: [Rx this time, it¡¯s very private, no way you¡¯re going to end up in a police station again.]


    Since that incident, Su Lixing learned a big lesson, never daring to take her to ces that were too exposed to the public again.


    Otherwise, her delicate heart really couldn¡¯t take it.


    Jiang Xiaomian: [Too bad, I¡¯m in closed-off filming for over three months, can¡¯t get out.]


    Jiang Mian had not been home for nearly 20 days, although she had adjusted, it was just like being in a pce drama with walls everywhere.


    She deeply understood that she couldn¡¯t restrain her desire to fly.


    Susu Big Baby: [Can¡¯t you take a few days off for a break? Even machines need to rest, let alone people.]


    Jiang Mian was about to type something in response when Yangyang ran in excitedly: "Sister Mianmian! Sister Mianmian!"


    "What happened?"


    He was so excited.


    "Do you want to take a few days off?!!"


    Huh??!!


    Jiang Mian¡¯s eyes lit up, signaling Yangyang to keep talking.


    "It¡¯s because there¡¯s an awards ceremonying up, the time was moved forward, Director Ming and Producer He both have to be there, and Movie Queen Wen and Movie Emperor will also be gone."


    With several of the major people in the crew not around...


    "So Director Ming is also giving us a break?!"


    "Yes! That¡¯s right, three days!"


    Yangyang said while picking up things from the sofa: "Sister Ting said she¡¯sing to pick us up."


    Jiang Mian, with her head lowered, excitedly typed back a message to Su Lixing.


    Jiang Xiaomian: [Good news, good news, I have three days off.]


    Susu Big Baby: [See you tonight!]


    Roar!


    Jiang Mian also stood up and tidied up some personal items, no need to take everything back with her if she was returning in three days.


    Five minutester.


    The Linghua drama group¡¯s Ming Lang sent out a message.


    Ming Lang: [Due to sudden circumstances, from tomorrow a three-day holiday is granted to everyone. Please arrange your holiday life in an orderly manner, actors and staff alike.]


    [Also, please return to the set punctually before 8 PM the day after tomorrow. A roll call will be arranged, thank you for your cooperation.]

 Chapter 149: The Person Who Had a Blind Date with Her is Me

    <h4>Chapter 149: Chapter 149: The Person Who Had a Blind Date with Her is Me</h4>


    *


    Evening


    North City upscale ballroom


    "I didn¡¯t expect your cousin to have done up this ce quite nicely."


    Before Jiang Mian came, Su Lixing had specifically dressed her up.


    A red chiffon dance dress, ribbons winding around her fair arms, the intense colors forming a sharp contrast, like a gorgeous maiden in a painting.


    And Su Lixing herself was in a matching ck dance dress, one dazzlingly lovely, the other seductively enchanting.


    Even the masks they wore upon entering attracted the gaze of many present.


    Not limited to any gender.


    Su Lixing lowered her voice by Jiang Mian¡¯s side, "How could he not make it nice? Before, it was an underground gambling ce that he¡¯s washed his hands of."


    The Su Family¡¯s business reach was extensive, only Su Lixing¡¯s uncle was involved in some dark businesses, which he was nning to quitpletely these past few years.


    So, they took the former site of the underground gambling den and transformed it into the current ballroom.


    The people who came here were either rich or noble, their nightlife extravagant and unrestrained.


    Su Lixing pointed towards a stage, "Over there, such little brothers, being younger is just too much fun."


    Jiang Mian rested her chin in her hand, her red lips unconsciously curling into a smile.


    Upstairs at this moment


    Inside the VIP room with a one-way ss that overlooked the entire scene below.


    On the ck leather sofa sat three men, each noble and elegant in their own way.


    "I thought what kind of wind blew you two ancestors here today."


    Su Yuchuan poured some Western liquor for the two men in front of him, "Now that you¡¯re here, have a drink."


    Fu Sichen¡¯s distinctly articted fingers caressed the edge of his ss. His deep, dark eyes imbued with an unusual emotion, fixedly staring at the woman sitting at the bar downstairs.


    Lin Chen sipped his drink, his lips curving slightly, and said with a light smile, "Still, the best drink in North City is yours."


    "That¡¯s right,e by more often. If Jiang Mian wasn¡¯t here today, I literally couldn¡¯t amodate the two of you ancestors."


    Fu Sichen chuckled softly, "Who said we came just for Jiang Mian?"


    He slightly lifted his eyes towards his uncle-inw, "He didn¡¯t."


    Su Yuchuan nced at the two men in front of him, ying dumb, and smelled a hint of gossip.


    "What? There¡¯s someone Young Master Lin is interested in here? Tell me, and I¡¯ll arrange it for you. After all, I was practically a matchmaker for Old Fu and Jiang Mian back in the day."


    Mentioning this, Su Yuchuan¡¯s face bore a somewhat proud expression.


    Back then, he had identally overheard the conversation content between his cousin and Jiang Mian and had thought about setting things up for Jiang Mian.


    Unexpectedly, Fu Sichen, who was just on a brief leave from the army during those days, agreed to appear.


    They talked about it over dinner and Su Yuchuan really hadn¡¯t expected Fu Sichen would agree to show up.


    He just directly inquired and arranged the so-called idental meet-up.


    Little did he expect that Jiang Mian would really be able to spot him in the crowd and choose Fu Sichen.


    Three parts destined, seven parts his nning.


    "When it¡¯s time for your wedding, I¡¯m definitely packing a big red envelope for you."


    Lin Chen immediately threw cold water on him, "Then you don¡¯t know that even without your arrangements, Jiang Mian was going to marry Fu Sichen anyway."


    What did that mean?


    Su Yuchuan¡¯s face stiffened, somewhat bewildered.


    "That means the person she was supposed to have a blind date with was me."


    ???


    There was such a thing?!


    He had no idea.


    "So...your return at that time wasn¡¯t just for a break, but specifically to get married?"


    Fu Sichen¡¯s lips curved slightly, not hiding his smile, "That¡¯s one way to put it."


    It was just that Su Yuchuan¡¯s meddling made things go smoothly.


    What initially was Jiang Mian¡¯s reluctance turned into her bringing up the matter herself.

 Chapter 150: Arresting Someone

    <h4>Chapter 150: Chapter 150: Arresting Someone</h4>


    Su Yuchuan felt a chill down his spine as he nced at the two figures dancing in the middle of the dance floor below.


    If the two of them were to learn the truth, he¡¯d be denounced to death for his idental role as the go-between.


    Who made it that the two people beside him were ancestors, and the two people downstairs were also ancestors.


    Only he, stuck in the middle, was the unfortunate one.


    Fu Sichen¡¯s gaze didn¡¯t stray, his deep ck eyes seemed to have a thinyer of ice over them, and his face was not looking so good.


    The conversation he had with Xu Lai in the evening was still echoing in his mind¡ª


    "Thedy seems to be going to the newly opened dance hall tonight."


    "She¡¯s heading there as soon as she gets home, with Miss. Su from the Su family?"


    Xu Lai nodded, having already thoroughly investigated the sequence of events and reported it to Fu Sichen without missing a word.


    To find inspiration for romance at the dance hall.


    And perhaps to stir up some excitement with a few younger brothers along the way.


    Fu Sichenughed self-mockingly; Mrs. Fu must be finding him too old.


    "President Lin is in North City, contact President Lin, let¡¯s go together tonight."


    "Alright."


    Fu Sichen calmly stood up, casually put on the fox mask that was on the table, and made his way downstairs.


    "Hey, what are you doing?"


    The man¡¯s voice was maically deep. "Picking up thedy to take her home."


    Lin Chen also put down his ss and stood up.


    "And what are you doing?"


    Lin Chen smiled, a curve forming on his lips, "Going to stop your cousin from messing up their good thing."


    ???


    Fu Sichen picking up hisdy was one thing, but what was this for an excuse?


    He couldn¡¯t figure it out.


    Jiang Mian, under the influence of alcohol, felt some stimtion in her brain nerves and was dancing exceptionally happily in the middle of the dance floor.


    The surroundings were filled with men, all still men.


    A uniform array of fresh young faces.


    Su Lixing yelled out to Jiang Mian, "Mianmian! Are you feeling it now?"


    The smile on Jiang Mian¡¯s face was bright and mboyant, "Happy, so joyful!"


    A noble and aloof man approached through the crowd, causing all the younger admirers around Jiang Mian to step aside.


    There was something frightening about the aura of this man.


    Jiang Mian, still lost in the DJ¡¯s music, waspletely unaware of the impending sense of danger.


    "Mian..."


    "Eh! Mm!"


    Su Lixing saw a man approaching Jiang Mian and was about to say something when she was suddenly whisked out of the dance hall.


    Before she could shout anything, her mouth was already blocked.


    Su Lixing was directly taken out of the dance hall, and it was much quieter around her ears.


    She broke free from the man¡¯s hold and lifted her own mask.


    The man in front of her...


    "Lin Chen?"


    Lin Chen removed his mask, "Right, it seems you are quite familiar with me."


    Su Lixing crossed her arms, her tone still a bit smug, "Of course, I¡¯d recognize my ex even if he turned into ashes."


    "That truly is an honor for me in my lifetime."


    "That¡¯s not it. Your sister, your own sister, there¡¯s a man, and you are dragging me away, what are you thinking!"


    Su Lixing peeked back inside through the crowd, and the central dance floor no longer had Jiang Mian and the man¡¯s figures.


    ?!!!!


    Where did they go!!


    "That¡¯s Fu Sichen, it¡¯s only natural for him to take hisdy home, I can¡¯t stop him."


    Hearing it was Fu Sichen, Su Lixing breathed a sigh of relief, "You gave me a scare, what are you all being so sneaky about being here today."


    Lin Chen¡¯s gaze was fixed on the woman in front of him, her facial makeup like a wildly fierce, sexy little wildcat.


    His voice was deep, "Catching someone."


    "Let¡¯s go, I¡¯ll take you home."


    Lin Chen¡¯s car was conveniently parked nearby; he went forward and opened the passenger side.


    Su Lixing got in the car naturally, "Then, I¡¯ll have to trouble President Lin to go out of his way again."


    Lin Chen smiled faintly, the amusement in his eyes fleeting, "It¡¯s only proper."

 Chapter 151: Femme Fatale

    <h4>Chapter 151: Chapter 151: Femme Fatale</h4>


    Jiang Mian directly carried Fu Sichen to the back seat of the car, struggling and knocking off the mask on Fu Sichen¡¯s face, all the while shouting, "Pervert! Hooligan! Bastard!"


    Until her gaze met the familiar face above.


    Fu Sichen...


    A dim light flickered on above the back seat, and Jiang Mian felt a shiver at the sight of Fu Sichen¡¯s icy ck eyes.


    Her eyes widened in an instant, her heartbeat audible in the quiet car: "You... how did you get here."


    She was having a great time dancing, and then out of nowhere, he came and carried her out of the dance hall.


    What¡¯s the difference between this and kidnapping.


    Jiang Mian almost thought she was going to be sold.


    Fu Sichen¡¯s gaze closely followed the makeup on the woman¡¯s face, even noticing some tiny shimmering particles at the corner of her eyes.


    He hooked his lips into a smile: "Mrs. Fu, your makeup today is well-suited for rekindling emotions."


    The man¡¯s voice was deep, trailing off with a hint ofughter: "After all, it¡¯s been over 20 days..."


    "Stop!"


    Jiang Mian¡¯s slender hand clenched the hem of her dress tightly, as if it would be impolite to go on.


    Fu Sichen pondered: "A three-day holiday?"


    Jiang Mian replied truthfully: "Yeah."


    "Coming here to find that feeling of romantic ambiguity?"


    ???


    You know that too.


    There¡¯s a traitor among us.


    Yangyang or Sister Ting, one of them!!!


    Jiang Mian¡¯s eyes sparkled, her red lips slightly curved, the eyeliner at the corner of her eyes sharp like a cunning little fox: "Right, I haven¡¯t experienced it, so I have to seek it out."


    She grew more confident as she spoke, finding afortable position and hooking her arms around Fu Sichen¡¯s neck: "President Fu, this is work, and only by taking each job seriously can we live up to our sry, right?"


    Fu Sichen was both amused and exasperated by Jiang Mian¡¯s words.


    The Mrs. in his arms always had some logic that left him speechless.


    Fu Sichen pinched Jiang Mian¡¯s slender waist, pulling at the ribbons wrapped around her, his dark eyes swirling with an undercurrent, like a volcano on the verge of erupting.


    A chuckle escaped from his throat: "Then, I¡¯ll help you search for that feeling of being in love over these three days."


    ??!!


    Jiang Mian was once again startled.


    This man must be crazy!!


    "You¡¯re not going to work?"


    "The affairs of the Mrs. are also mine; it¡¯s what a husband should do."


    At that moment, the phrase "beauty is a man¡¯s undoing" crossed Jiang Mian¡¯s mind.


    From now on, the king would no longer hold early court.


    Neither of them were thinking of experiencing anything in the car, so Fu Sichen put down Jiang Mian and went to drive back.


    The night deepened.


    Lights were still on in one of the vis, the silhouette of entwined ribbons visible through the sheer curtains.


    A teardrop hung from the corner of Jiang Mian¡¯s eyes, voice slightly hoarse: "I was wrong..."


    "Mhm..."


    "Fu Sichen!!"


    The man halted his movements, a rare smile ying at the corner of his lips: "Seems like you have quite the energy..."


    He whispered in Jiang Mian¡¯s ear: "Then let¡¯s continue."


    It was a derative statement.


    Jiang Mian felt her mind exploding.


    That night she came to a profound realization¡ª


    Never challenge a man¡¯s bottom line.


    Especially a vengeful man!!!


    *


    The next day


    When Jiang Mian woke up, her body was incredibly weak.


    Damn it.


    Fu Sichen really yed rough.


    Apparently, he intended to keep her in bed for these three days.


    Just as she was about to turn over, she realized there was still a hand over her waist.


    ???


    Jiang Mian looked at the man next to her, his peaceful sleeping face, thickshes.


    Fu Sichen...


    He was actually quite handsome.


    How had she never noticed his skin was so good before?


    Hisplexion could rival her own, which had cost her quite a lot to maintain.

 Chapter 152: Hello Sister-in-Law

    <h4>Chapter 152: Chapter 152: Hello Sister-in-Law</h4>


    "Beautiful?"


    The man suddenly spoke, startling Jiang Mian, "Pretending to sleep even though you¡¯re awake."


    Fu Sichen slowly opened his eyes and looked at the woman in his arms, "Since Mrs. Fu likes it so much, I¡¯ll let you look a little longer."


    Jiang Mian naturally found afortable position in Fu Sichen¡¯s arms, and she casually reached over for the mobile phone on the bedside, "At this time, President Fu really isn¡¯t nning on going to work?"


    The mobile phone by Fu Sichen¡¯s bedside kept vibrating, he nced at it and answered the call.


    Jiang Mian seemed to be able to hear Xu Lai on the other end, cautiously inquiring.


    Being Fu Sichen¡¯s assistant wasn¡¯t easy these days.


    "Online briefing."


    Something else was said on the other end, and Fu Sichen pondered for a moment, "Have theme to Beijing Mansion, let the higher-ups finish their meeting downstairs and thene here with the summary."


    After speaking, Fu Sichen hung up the phone.


    Jiang Mian swiped through her phone a couple of times and teased, "President Fu manages so much every day, I really don¡¯t dare to take his ce."


    Fu Sichen bent down and pressed a kiss on Jiang Mian¡¯s moist red lips, "If I say you can take it, you can take it. I¡¯ll take you somewhere this afternoon."


    Where exactly.


    Jiang Mian, looking at Fu Sichen¡¯s disastrously sexy back, swallowed those words back down.


    Was she that fierce?


    These weren¡¯t her scratch marks; they were like ghosts¡¯.


    Susu Big Baby: [emmmm...]


    Susu Big Baby: [{PoutingMouth.jpg}]


    Susu Big Baby: [A bit tangled]


    ...


    Su Lixing suddenly sent her almost twenty messages, two-thirds of which were emojis.


    Is this woman crazy so early in the morning?


    Jiang Xiaomian: [Are you sick? Or still half asleep?]


    Susu Big Baby: [Yo, President Fu¡¯s stamina didn¡¯t let you sleep till the sun was high, looks like he needs a supplement.]


    Jiang Xiaomian: [He hadn¡¯t even finished when the rooster crowed]


    Fuck??


    Country folk haven¡¯t seen such scenes.


    Jiang Xiaomian: [You¡¯ve got something early in the morning??]


    Su Lixing acting unusual so early must mean something was up.


    Susu Big Baby: [{Photo}]


    Fuck??


    Now it was Jiang Mian¡¯s turn.


    She sat up straight in bed, took the photo Su Lixing sent her, and looked at the torn dress on the floor.


    Truly a bestie¡¯s matching dress.


    Even the shattered state looked the same.


    Jiang Xiaomian: [Who were you pping with]


    Jiang Mian regretted asking that as soon as she did.


    She immediately withdrew it and re-edited to send¡ª


    Jiang Xiaomian: [Hello Sister-in-Law!]


    Su Lixing: "..."


    Do you have to be so obvious, reacting so quickly?


    Susu Big Baby: [Don¡¯t, I¡¯m not nning on acknowledging your brother]


    Jiang Mianughed mischievously, big brother also had his days.


    Chasing wife to the cremation ground, that was him.


    Jiang Xiaomian: [Do you know you resemble a runaway flirty girl, the irresponsible type]


    Susu Big Baby: [It¡¯s not the first time with your brother, it¡¯s fine, he¡¯ll get used to it]


    Lin Chen: "..."


    No one pities me.


    "Whoosh¡ª"


    The bathroom door opened, and Fu Sichen walked out, his shirt slightly unbuttoned, showing perfect lines and some undeniable marks on his eight-pack abs, exuding dangerous sexual tension.


    Jiang Mian unconsciously thought of Sister Ting¡¯s evaluation of them.


    Seems about right.


    Jiang Mian unconsciously admired him, her voice lingering, "Button up your cor all the way."


    If she let Fu Sichen walk out of this room showing off like that, it would be her fault.


    Fu Sichen looked down, chuckled, and said, "Listening to my wife, such lovely marks are better appreciated by oneself."


    After getting ready, he went to the vanity, picked up a box, and walked over to Jiang Mian.

 Chapter 153: Student Outfit

    <h4>Chapter 153: Chapter 153: Student Outfit</h4>


    What¡¯s up??


    Fu Sichen took out the female ring and put it on Jiang Mian. "Wear it more often."


    What does that even mean?


    Suddenly saying that, what is this man trying to sell?


    Fu Sichen put on the male ring himself and stood up. "I¡¯m going to a meeting. I¡¯ve asked Xu Lai to bring breakfast. If you¡¯re still sleepy, sleep a bit more."


    "Um..."


    Jiang Mian stared at the ring in her hand, the simplest pair of rings she and Fu Sichen owned.


    It was just a simple band, but the craftsmanship and polishing were top-notch, with both of their surnames in uppercase inside.


    Forget it, don¡¯t think about it. Just wear it.


    Sleep a bit more.


    When she woke up again, she wasn¡¯t sure what time it was. The sunlight outside was ring in front of the floor-to-ceiling windows.


    Her cellphone kept vibrating.


    Luo Ting: [I heard from thepany that Director Mu went to see thepany leaders. President Zhao is thrilled and went to talk directly.]


    Luo Ting: [Just wanted to let you know, so you¡¯re prepared.]


    Luo Ting knew about this news and immediately went to thepany. If she didn¡¯t show up to intervene, they would have directly taken it on behalf of Jiang Mian.


    By then, President Fu and theirpany would bepletely wiped out.


    Jiang Mian felt quite awake after reading the message, her eyebrows slightly lifting.


    She hadn¡¯t expected Mu Yi to be so good at taking indirect approaches.


    If his direct approach wasn¡¯t working, he immediately went to see the higher-ups.


    But he certainly didn¡¯t know that the higher-ups couldn¡¯t do much about her either.


    When Jiang Mian initially signed with the entertainmentpany, it was under apany of Su¡¯s, and Su Yuchuan had assured her of great personal freedom. She could even not ept roles without any issues.


    Jiang Xiaomian: [Don¡¯t worry about it, let them talk.]


    In the end, she would need to be present to sign anyway. If she didn¡¯t sign, it had nothing to do with her.


    If they tried to force her to sign, the consequences wouldn¡¯t be up to them.


    "Madam, President Fu¡¯s makeup artist is here, asking when you¡¯d be avable for makeup."


    Huh??


    Makeup??


    So this is about styling. Where is Fu Sichen taking her?


    She replied, "Um, wait for a bit. I¡¯ll be ready after washing up."


    Fifteen minutester, Jiang Mian was sitting at the dressing table in the changing room, with the masked makeup artist and stylist applying makeup and choosing outfits.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s gaze flickered briefly over the line of clothes pushed in.


    All of them were student outfits, uniforms and such.


    She even saw her own old school uniform.


    What is this man trying to do now?


    "Did Fu Sichen tell you what this is for?"


    Jiang Mian watched the makeup artist bring her face to life in the mirror and appreciated the natural beauty.


    The makeup artist shook his head. "Sorry, madam. President Fu only asked us to do a student-like makeup and styling for you, we don¡¯t know much else."


    Jiang Mian¡¯s thoughts drifted, her mind involuntarily filled with uniform y.


    She subconsciously grasped her wrist.


    Last night¡¯s marks...


    Jiang Mian shook her head violently. What is this man thinking, developing new skills now?


    The student makeup retained her original facial features, just added a bit of volume and tender blush.


    The stylist also gave Jiang Mian twin ponytails, butterfly-knot hair ties, and slightly curled hair tips, instantly bringing a youthful aura.


    "Madam, you can take a look at these clothes and pick one you like."


    Jiang Mian stood up without much thought and picked her old high school uniform.


    Five minutester, she walked out of the restroom and unexpectedly bumped right into the man¡¯s chest.


    "Umm..."


    She rubbed her forehead, feeling a bit of pain.


    So hard.


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 Chapter 154: 5 AM

    <h4>Chapter 154: Chapter 154: 5 AM</h4>


    Jiang Mian raised her eyes and fell into the man¡¯s gentle and profound gaze.


    !?!?!


    Her red lips parted slightly, and she finally said slowly, "Fu... Fu Sichen??"


    Fu Sichen¡¯s hair, not styled in any particr way, hung down softly and lushly on both sides,cking his usual sharpness and coldness, looking very much like an obedient puppy, perfectly embodying the image of a male college student.


    He wore a clean white shirt, the buttons meticulously fastened to the top, and around his neck was draped a grey tie, exuding azy and casual sexiness.


    You could vaguely make out his beautiful abs through the shirt.


    Jiang Mian couldn¡¯t help but swallow.


    Fu Sichen looked a bit young...


    And a bit handsome.


    Her heartbeat quickened, and suddenly, she didn¡¯t know where it was appropriate to look.


    The man¡¯s voice was deep, his Adam¡¯s apple rolling slightly as he teased with a faint smile, "Mrs. Fu?"


    Everyone outside had already consciously left.


    Jiang Mian came out of the restroom, her expression flickering uncertainly as she said somewhat ufortably, "You¡¯re dressed like this, too."


    "Do I look good?"


    Jiang Mian knew she couldn¡¯t hide her expression and honestly replied, "You look good, but then you should see who picked this man."


    Fu Sichen smiled with a curl of his lips.


    Mrs. Fuplimented others without forgetting to give herself some credit.


    "Let¡¯s go, I¡¯ll take you to find that feeling of being in love again."


    Hmm???


    Jiang Mian¡¯s beautiful peach-blossom eyes shone with incredulity.


    Did this man really take it seriously?


    The next second, her red lips lifted in a hint of a smile, her voice tinged withughter, "How bad would it look if word got out? President Fu skipping work to relive the feeling of love with his wife. Aren¡¯t you afraid of ruining your reputation?"


    "Why would that happen? I¡¯ve already told them."


    ???


    Told them what?


    "I told them I have something today and not to disturb me; I have a date with my wife to rekindle the feeling of love."


    "..."


    Jiang Mian¡¯s lips twitched, thinking the man was bing more and more shameless and arrogant.


    He couldn¡¯t keep a single thing hidden, as if he desperately wanted the whole world to know he had a wife.


    Half an hourter, Fu Sichen stopped in front of the amusement park with Jiang Mian.


    Huh???


    Fu Sichen took two pairs of ck-framed sses from the back seat, donning one for himself and handing the other to Jiang Mian.


    Jiang Mian looked at Fu Sichen wearing the sses, feeling a bit dazed.


    This man was going a bit too far.


    Seizing the chance to appear younger.


    And endlessly exuding his own distinct "youthful" charm.


    She couldn¡¯t resist teasing him, "Is President Fu starting to feel old because of all the times I mentioned the olddy, and now you¡¯re trying to look younger?"


    Fu Sichen didn¡¯t take offense; instead, heughed, leaned in, and whispered in her ear, "You know best whether I¡¯m old or not..."


    "Five o¡¯clock in the morning."


    The man emphasized thest four words in his voice, as if afraid Jiang Mian would forget this significant time point.


    She rubbed her ear, "Can¡¯t forget, can¡¯t forget, you¡¯re the youngest."


    Fu Sichen didn¡¯t forget to put on a white face mask for himself, "Let¡¯s go, Mrs. Fu."


    Jiang Mian, looking at Fu Sichen all dressed up in disguise, thought that even if someone snapped a photo, nobody would know it was the President Fu they knew.


    "All right."


    Jiang Mian took the initiative to hook her arm in Fu Sichen¡¯s and pulled him inward.


    She hadn¡¯t been to the amusement park in a long time; if she remembered correctly, thest time she was here was also with Fu Sichen.


    That was over a decade ago.


    Her and her Brother Xiao Fu...


    Jiang Mian pulled out the instant camera hanging around her waist, aimed it at Fu Sichen¡¯s face, and eximed, "Fu Sichen! Look at me!"


    Click¡ª


    The photo was captured, and the instant camera¡¯s film slowly emerged.


    Jiang Mian carefully warmed the photo in her hands, and the image quickly developed.

 Chapter 155: Kiss You at the Top of the Ferris Wheel

    <h4>Chapter 155: Chapter 155: Kiss You at the Top of the Ferris Wheel</h4>


    "Fu Sichen! This photo of you looks so good!"


    The man in the photo, although wearing a mask, had his smile around his eyes clearly showing, exuding a youthful vibe.


    The two of them went on the roller coaster again, and when they came down, Fu Sichen looked unphased while Jiang Mian was so dizzy she couldn¡¯t tell north from south.


    She leaned on Fu Sichen¡¯s shoulder, eyes slightly closed, still feeling the world spinning in her mind.


    She muttered, "Can¡¯t do this anymore, too dizzy."


    "Sir, your matcha double scoop ice cream cone."


    In her daze, Jiang Mian heard the voice of a staff member.


    Then Fu Sichen¡¯s voice followed, "Okay, thank you."


    Jiang Mian opened her eyes, and saw the man holding an ice cream cone, the faint scent of matcha wafting into her nose.


    Just one cone.


    "Fu Sichen, do you have to be so stingy?"


    "It¡¯s for you."


    Even though she felt dizzy, she didn¡¯t forget about eating.


    Jiang Mian reached out and took it, the coolness touching her lips greatly cleared some of the fog in her brain.


    The two of them queued up for the carousel next, yed until the end, and finally went on the Ferris wheel.


    "Fu Sichen!"


    As the Ferris wheel reached the top, Jiang Mian turned her head to call the man beside her.


    "Mmm..."


    She pulled him into an embrace, his kiss tender and indulging, with an overwhelming presence.


    For a long moment, Jiang Mian¡¯s face turned slightly red and heated.


    "What are you doing now..."


    Sneaking another kiss.


    "Kissing you, at the highest point of the Ferris wheel."


    Jiang Mian was momentarily at a loss for words, her face flushed more deeply.


    Where did he learn all this?!


    A one-day crash course,pletely transformed.


    Seeing Jiang Mian not speaking, Fu Sichen let out a deepugh and leaned in closer, "Do you know what being in love feels like now?"


    Jiang Mian bit her lip and arrogantly turned her gaze away.


    Refusing to answer that question.


    Fu Sichen chuckled softly, "Give me a copy of the script, I¡¯ll go over the lines with you tonight."


    ?!!!


    Serious?!!!


    *


    Beijing Mansion


    Jiang Mian went straight home and took a rxing bath. Under the bright moonlight, shezily nestled on the sofa in her carmine-pink silk slip dress, its hem spread carelessly on the carpet.


    She was somewhat distracted as she stared at the script.


    "Ye Manyue! Will you be with me?"


    "I am a dancer, our statuses are different."


    "I don¡¯t care, the person I love is you..."


    The dialogue from the script gradually came alive in her mind.


    If that person was Fu Sichen...


    Unknowingly, Jiang Mian¡¯s heart raced, and her fair face grew a bit warm.


    "Buzz..."


    Her phone on the sofa vibrated, pulling her thoughts back.


    [Sister Ting]


    She answered cheerfully, "Sister Ting, what¡¯s up? Calling me sote at night."


    ???


    "Aren¡¯t you aware of what you did today?"


    The question came straight from Luo Ting, who seemed to be in a good mood.


    What did I do?


    Just went to the amusement park with Fu Sichen for an afternoon.


    "Was I photographed at the amusement park?"


    "You know you could be photographed at the amusement park, couldn¡¯t you be a little more cautious, and with some male college student, you are putting a green hat on President Fu..."


    "Now the top search is all about your romantic affair, eating ice cream, being ambiguous, what¡¯s going on,mitting adultery while married?"


    Just a few days ago it was all about loving each other, sweet and affectionate.


    It hasn¡¯t even been twenty days since west met, and the rtionship is already fragile?


    Luo Ting genuinely felt sorry for Fu Sichen from the bottom of her heart.


    Such a young CEO turned into a cuckold by a youngdy, if this got out online, people would be outraged.


    "..."

 Chapter 156: Mrs. Fu, Join the Play?

    <h4>Chapter 156: Chapter 156: Mrs. Fu, Join the y?</h4>


    "Sister Ting, your imagination is wasted not writing scripts."


    What great melodramatic fluff ¡ª always cooking up love triangles and cheating scandals. Really, who has that much drama?


    Jiang Mian was on a call while she opened up the trending searches¡ª


    #JiangMianRtionship#


    It featured some candid photos of her and Fu Sichen riding a carousel and eating ice cream at an amusement park; the sweetness was practically oozing from the pictures.


    The only thing was, other than Jiang Mian¡¯s recognizable face, the man in the photos had be the focus of everyone¡¯s deep investigation.


    [Jiang Xiaomian, you¡¯re still rising in your career, who¡¯s this little brother?!]


    [Jiang Mian looks totally like a college girl in this outfit, amazing!!]


    [Damn, Jiang Mian really snagged a college boy, isn¡¯t he too tender?]


    [Even through a mask, you can tell this guy has a youthful bombshell vibe]


    [Which school is this? I¡¯m going to stake out someone from the same campus]


    ...


    "So who is that guy, we need to do some PR, this is a rtionship announcement, Jiang Mian!!"


    Luo Ting was panicking on the other end of the line, yet the woman she was speaking to didn¡¯t seem the slightest bit worried.


    "Do you mean to spin the fact I¡¯m married to Fu Sichen, reminiscing at the amusement park?"


    ...


    Luo Ting went silent for a few seconds¡ª


    "You mean that¡¯s President Fu??"


    Luo Ting was utterly shocked, even erging the photo to scrutinize it.


    It didn¡¯t look like him at all.


    It had only been just over twenty days since she hadst seen President Fu, when had he changed this much.


    "What kind of cosmetic treatment did he get, any rmendations?"


    "Pffft hahaha."


    Jiang Mian couldn¡¯t help butugh out loud, what cosmetic treatment.


    Youth restoration, much?


    "Sister Ting, you really have a vicious tongue, if there is such a thing, I¡¯d be the first to go."


    "So what¡¯s your n now, rify the rtionship?"


    This left Luo Ting baffled, she really didn¡¯t know how to spin the fact it was President Fu.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s eyes twinkled as she logged onto her major Weibo ount.


    "No need, I¡¯ve got a n."


    She had thought it through when she went out with Fu Sichen, expecting to be photographed was all part of the expectation.


    A minuteter, Luo Ting received a message of special attention on her phone.


    Jiang Mian v: [Just a rented boyfriend for the day, Director Ming asked me to find the feeling of love, all for work, let¡¯s not dig into the privacy of this nice young man, sorry for taking up resources~]


    Jiang Mian¡¯s tone on Weibo was light and breezy, more like casual family chit-chat, and itpletely shifted the direction of public opinion.


    She wasn¡¯t dating.


    She was dedicated to her work, thinking about filming even in her downtime, a true model worker!


    Eventually, everyone started asking in thements section.


    [Where can I rent one!!]


    [I¡¯ll pay, I want one too!!]


    [If there¡¯s such a deal, I have money! I can request a different type every day!!]


    ...


    Everyone¡¯s focus shifted in an instant.


    Luo Ting looked at the public sentiment, "Okay, as long as it¡¯s handled well, I won¡¯t disturb your campus life."


    Tsk tsk tsk.


    The day is nothing, the night is when it gets exciting.


    Luo Ting hung up the phone, and Jiang Mian saw a message from Ming Lang in thement section.


    Ming Lang: [Not bad, looking forward to your performance in a few days!!]


    With Ming Lang¡¯s support, this solidified what Jiang Mian had said, and no one made any further spections.


    Fu Sichen had to handle a sudden conference call, and when he returned, he saw thedy swinging her feet, remarkablyfortable.


    The cherry-red blush on her delicate feet was ringly eye-catching.


    A tumult stirred in Fu Sichen¡¯s eyes as he walked straight up: "Mrs. Fu, ready for our scene?"

 Chapter 157: The Script Isn’t Written Like This!

    <h4>Chapter 157: Chapter 157: The Script Isn¡¯t Written Like This!</h4>


    Jiang Mian¡¯s script rustled slightly beneath the air conditioning as she lifted her eyes to the man approaching her, her legs unconsciously drawing together.


    The man¡¯s arrival was quite imposing.


    While Jiang Mian was lost in her thoughts, Fu Sichen had already snatched the script from her embrace.


    His handsome fingers lightly flipped through the pages.


    Inside, the character yed by Wei Zhouchen was a student, yet he resolutely devoted himself to the service of his mothend.


    And then he met Ye Manyue, falling head over heels in love with this dancer "sister" at first sight.


    To improve the cohesion of their subsequent scenes, Ming Lang requested that the actors¡¯ first scenes together be the most emotionally intense, including the lead characters¡¯ first kiss scene and Wei Zhouchen¡¯s confession to her.


    "Ye Manyue, would you be with me?"


    Fu Sichen was still in his student costume, his speech tinged with eagerness and trepidation, his dark eyes brimming with rebellious tears.


    !!!


    Jiang Mian was startled, so absorbed by the script she had been rehearsing for so long that she instinctively got into character.


    She curled a corner of her shawl over her shoulder, her red lips slightly upturned, radiantly unrestrained as she proactively leaned against the man¡¯s chest, her beautiful nails lightly tracing down, "Chen Zihao, your status isn¡¯t suitable for me."


    Fu Sichen¡¯s gaze lingered on the woman pressing forward, his Adam¡¯s apple bobbing as he uttered the next line, "You... don¡¯t treat yourself like this."


    The man¡¯s voice held a hint of embarrassment, and he took two steps back, gently pushing the woman from his embrace.


    "Oh~ Howe? All about business, Young Master Chen thinks I¡¯m debasing myself?"


    Jiang Mian¡¯s eyes slightly narrowed, her makeup-free beauty still enough to lure one in with those peach blossom eyes.


    Fu Sichen hooked her slender waist in one swift motion, leaning forward to whisper, "Then show it."


    ???!!!


    ...


    No, this isn¡¯t right!!


    This isn¡¯t how the script goes!!


    Where does it say that in the script!!!


    *


    "Jiang Mian! Not bad at all!! That¡¯s exactly the right feel!"


    "Yes, yes, yes, cut! This take is good!"


    "Fantastic! Ye Manyue is just like this!!"


    ...


    Ming Lang, watching Jiang Mian smoothly ace her scenes, couldn¡¯t contain his excitement on set.


    Hevished praise on Jiang Mian loud enough for the entire crew to hear.


    Others might not know, but Jiang Mian was well aware.


    She had to credit half the sess to that scoundrel.


    Although they had only exchanged a couple of lines in their scene that day, what followed was indescribable.


    "Sister Jiang Mian, your expression is really top-notch, if it weren¡¯t for you getting me into character so quickly, I would be worried I couldn¡¯t make it."


    Their first attempt at shooting the scene had earned them nothing but scathing criticism.


    Wei Zhouchen was left with an aftermath, quickly taking advantage of a three-day break to brush up on his acting skills and even seeking one-on-one lessons from a teacher.


    He hadn¡¯t expected it to go so smoothly today.


    "I already saw it on Weibo, your rent-a-boyfriend for a day service, do you have one for girlfriends? I¡¯ll rent one to get the feeling of love the next time I shoot a romance drama."


    The result was immediately noticeable.


    Just as Jiang Mian was about to say something, Ming Lang strode forward with a big smile, his eyes narrowing down to lines, "Jiang Mian, ah, a promising young talent, one who is willing to learn, your rent-a-boyfriend service is quite high-level now, huh?"


    "There¡¯s such a thing? I must be out of the loop; do you have a contact you could rmend to me? One day, I should let those whock a romantic life give it a try."


    Jiang Mian responded with a smile and a wave of her hand, feigning nonchnce, "Director Ming, it¡¯s not as incredible as you say, can¡¯t it just be due to my diligent study? That¡¯s my friend¡¯s business, it¡¯s not officially open yet."

 Chapter 158: One-Day Boyfriend

    <h4>Chapter 158: Chapter 158: One-Day Boyfriend</h4>


    "Director Ming, the next scene is up."


    "This way."


    Director Ming nced at Jiang Mian, "Alright, alright, you promise to give me your contact when you open, I suggest you promote it big time, directors love to see this kind of stuff."


    With this kind of effective oue, it¡¯s exactly what we need.


    "Looking at you, how would you exin this, overacting in the scene, huh?"


    Something about a "one-day boyfriend."


    Be careful your husband¡¯s identity gets exposed.


    Luo Ting came to the set today especially because she was worried about Jiang Mian¡¯s scene.


    Fortunately, the ancestor passed smoothly, seems like President Fu¡¯s "one-day boyfriend" performance was quite good.


    Jiang Mian took the water cup from Luo Ting, drank a few sips, and sat down: "Do you expect others to rent Fu Sichen?"


    "..."


    This ancestor...


    Crude but valid points.


    "Hey, Sister Mianmian, want to go watch them film together?!"


    Yangyang emerged from somewhere with a flushed face and a fine sweat.


    Watch who?


    "You run around every day like you own the ce."


    Yangyang was already familiar with her way around the set even though she hadn¡¯t been there long.


    Luo Ting teased her, and she seemed a bit embarrassed: "Clearing all obstacles for Sister Mianmian, hurry, there¡¯s a kiss scene to watch!"


    "Movie Queen Wen and Movie Emperor Lu¡¯s kiss scene, they were just rehearsing, and lots of people went to watch."


    Luo Ting and Yangyang¡¯s gaze fell in unison on Jiang Mian.


    Jiang Mian stood up, her red lips parting slightly, "Let¡¯s go, let¡¯s take a look."


    The kiss scene between Wen Qianning and Lu Yunzhou had to be postponed until today due to Wen Qianning¡¯s health.


    The inte popr cp was something everyone wanted to see.


    After the three of them arrived at the site, they didn¡¯t expect Ming Lang to be clearing the area.


    Nearly the entire crew had shown up, slightly obstructing the filming area.


    The charm of top stars was evident here.


    "Sister Jiang Mian, you came too!"


    Wei Zhouchen was already seated next to Ming Lang, waving happily at Jiang Mian.


    This kid knew how to pick a spot.


    Prime location.


    Director Ming really doted on him.


    "Scatter, everyone scatter! Unrted personnel should not be here, or they will be dismissed!"


    "Stop watching, stop watching!"


    "Hurry and disperse, we need to clear the area."


    ...


    Ming Lang and the site crew were using loudspeakers to clear the area, and most people gradually left the set.


    "What a pity, can¡¯t watch it."


    Jiang Mian looked regretfully at Yangyang beside her, who seemed genuinely eager to watch.


    She was about to turn and leave when someone called her from behind, "Hey, Jiang Mian!"


    Ming Lang spotted Jiang Mian among the crowd and directly stopped her, "Why are you here too?"


    Jiang Mian turned and saw Director Ming¡¯s amiable face again.


    "I wanted toe and learn, Sister Qianning and Teacher Lu¡¯s acting definitely have a lot for us to learn from."


    "Come,e."


    Ming Lang waved at Jiang Mian, motioning her over.


    Ever since the morning, Jiang Mian felt that Director Ming¡¯s attitude towards her had been much warmer after several sessful takes.


    It seems like winning over the director is winning the world.


    Hope filled Yangyang¡¯s eyes as if she could go forward to watch.


    "Just Jiang Miane over, all other staff should stay outside, keep an eye out, do not allow any unrted people in."


    Yangyang¡¯s mood plunged from a high to a low, her expression pitiful, "Sister Mianmian, could you please describe it to meter."


    Jiang Mian chuckled and nodded, "Don¡¯t worry, I¡¯ll make sure you¡¯repletely satisfied as a cp fan."


    "Sit, sit with Wei Zhouchen, the two of you watch closely."

 Chapter 159: Have They Talked?

    <h4>Chapter 159: Chapter 159: Have They Talked?</h4>


    Jiang Mian was seated next to Wei Zhouchen; the viewing angle of the camera in front of them couldn¡¯t be better.


    The two on the screen were still going through their act, and just looking at the scene already made one feel the chemistry between them.


    Wei Zhouchen, sitting there, eximed, "Watching Qianning and Teacher Lu act is really enjoyable; they are already immersed in their roles just by standing there."


    Ming Lang also took a seat and agreed, "Yeah, these two have been partners for a while, and they have a great rapport."


    "Everyone get ready!"


    Jiang Mian, propping up her chin, watched the duo on the disy and said subconsciously, "They must be dating..."


    !!!!


    Wei Zhouchen, startled, hurriedly tried to cover Jiang Mian¡¯s mouth and then, realizing his gaffe, apologized, "Sorry, sorry Sister Jiang Mian."


    Jiang Mian narrowed her eyes, sensing a hint of something different.


    There was a problem.


    Even Ming Lang turned to nce their way.


    Wei Zhouchen lowered his voice, "Shh! Sister Jiang Mian, some things shouldn¡¯t be said randomly."


    "Got it."


    It seemed Wei Zhouchen knew something.


    But looking at it, it was likely that she had guessed something right.


    As a kiss descended on the screen, Ming Lang directed the camera crew to close in for a close-up; the multi-angle shoot was making even Wei Zhouchen blush a bit.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s lips were slightly pursed; this kiss seemed to carry a bit of genuine feeling.


    "Cut!"


    Ming Lang called out, then addressed the set, "Both teachers, take a break!"


    "Director Ming, I request to do another take."


    !!!!


    Lu Yunzhou stepped forward, his demeanor humble, every bit the picture of a gentle nobleman.


    Wen Qianning looked surprisingly at him, while Ming Lang asked Lu Yunzhou, "Not satisfied?"


    "Hmm, I feel like there is room for improvement."


    Lu Yunzhou was meticulous in his acting and demanded high standards, so the director was used to his request for retakes.


    Ming Lang nced at Wen Qianning to seek her view, "What does Teacher Wen say?"


    Wen Qianning nodded, "That¡¯s fine, let¡¯s listen to Teacher Lu and do another take."


    "Alright! Everyone, back to your positions! We¡¯ll do another take."


    The two immersed themselves in another blush-inducing kiss scene, making even Jiang Mian feel her cheeks warming up.


    Watching others kiss really was somewhat intoxicating.


    "Cut! Very good!"


    Wen Qianning and Lu Yunzhou walked over gradually, with Jiang Mian and Wei Zhouchen standing up at the same time.


    "Well done, both of you, take a look."


    Ming Lang pulled up the footage for the two to review, the pair on the screen looking like an intensely passionate couple.


    After watching, the two exchanged a nce, silently agreeing it was eptable.


    Jiang Mian looked at them, then at Wei Zhouchen, with a look on her face as if she was watching a drama unfold.


    There was still a deeper shade of red on Lu Yunzhou¡¯s thin lips, matching the lighter shade on Wen Qianning¡¯s, creating a perfect pair.


    "Are you two sitting down here to study?"


    Wei Zhouchen spoke up first, "Right, your textbook-level performance is definitely worthing to study for free."


    "Everyone is done for today, so go get some rest, no more scenes. Prepare well for next time, and efficiency like today¡¯s gets everyone off work early, which is good for everybody."


    "It¡¯s rare to finish early, why don¡¯t we get together for a meal? We haven¡¯t had the chance to dine together privately."


    Lu Yunzhou nced over the people standing before him.


    Wei Zhouchen seemed at a loss, ncing at Wen Qianning; Jiang Mian didn¡¯t speak up.


    None of the three had expected Lu Yunzhou to extend an invitation to dinner.


    "Sister Mianmian! Sister Mianmian!"


    An anxious voice broke the silence and awkwardness among the four people.

 Chapter 160: Shocking! Jiang Mian’s Backer is Actually Him

    <h4>Chapter 160: Chapter 160: Shocking! Jiang Mian¡¯s Backer is Actually Him</h4>


    Yangyang hurried over with an expression that wasn¡¯t very good. He nced at the few people around him and hesitated to speak.


    Jiang Mian nodded slightly at them, with some apology, "Sorry, I need to step away for a moment. You can contact me on my cell pher."


    Yangyang pulled Jiang Mian straight into the lounge, where Luo Ting also looked quite upset.


    Jiang Mian had a sense of what was happening.


    Another incident must have urred.


    She sat down, her voice soft and slow, "What happened now? I¡¯m involved in another incident, aren¡¯t I?"


    Luo Ting immediately took out a tablet and handed it over to Jiang Mian.


    On the screen was a prominent headline¡ª


    #Shocking! Jiang Mian¡¯s Big Supporter Turns Out to Be Him!#


    She tugged at her red lips. The headline writers really knew how toe up with names.


    Below the headline was a sneak shot of her and Director Mu Yi exiting a private cinema at a hotel.


    She hadn¡¯t expected this kind of topic to be brought up for discussion.


    The caption read: "The ¡¯Linghua¡¯ crew has a closed set. It shouldn¡¯t be easy for outsiders toe and go, but Director Mu Yi could, and he went to a hotel with Jiang Mian to watch a private movie¡ªan extremely daring foreign film, at that.


    Imagine a man and a woman alone together. Rumor has it that Mu Yi is preparing a new film with major bold scenes and is keen on casting Jiang Mian."


    [How does Jiang Mian keep getting into trouble every few days? I think someone¡¯s out to get her.]


    [Clearly, it¡¯s because she¡¯s always involved in sensational news. If you keep a low profile, none of this would happen.]


    [Mu Yi¡¯s films are really good!!! I¡¯m already looking forward to it.]


    [So the young and wealthy supporter behind the scenes is a director after all, no wonder she has such good resources.]


    ...


    After several previous viral incidents,izens didn¡¯tsh out too harshly at Jiang Mian; instead, many were more rational.


    Most of them were just watching the drama unfold.


    A hint of coldness shed in Jiang Mian¡¯s beautiful eyes as she slightly lifted her brows.


    Someone had taken photos and followed her here.


    The inte was filled with relentlessments from hired trolls. Someone was trying to mess with her.


    "You¡¯ve already taken photos, right? Just post them with an exnation, and that should clear things up."


    Luo Ting pulled out a chair and sat down, "This isn¡¯t serious; it can be sorted out easily."


    That day, Luo Ting had been extra cautious and had taken a picture of Jiang Mian and Mu Yi watching the movie from her perspective in thest row.


    She hadn¡¯t expected it would actuallye in handy.


    But now, there was another, more troublesome issue.


    "What I¡¯m saying is not about this. President Zhao is already thinking of taking advantage of the situation to confirm your movie coboration with Mu Yi directly."


    Luo Ting had just received the news from thepany and was surprised at how quickly Zhao Jianping had acted.


    "Did he just arrive?"


    Jiang Mian didn¡¯t take him seriously, she hadn¡¯t even heard of him.


    "What about President Li before?"


    "Thepany shuffled positions recently. President Li moved to another branch, and President Zhao just arrived."


    With a new leaderes the first measures.


    And out of all people, he had to bring the trouble to Jiang Mian¡¯s door.


    "So what are you saying?"


    Luo Ting swiped the tablet and pulled up another message¡ª


    [It¡¯s not just gossip, it¡¯s true! Today, President Zhao of Jiang Mian¡¯spany met with Director Mu.]


    [Holy crap!!! They¡¯re actually going to coborate!]


    [It¡¯s all about connections!]


    [It seems like Director Mu really appreciates Jiang Mian, I¡¯m an internal employee.]


    [Please, wouldn¡¯t a lover appreciate you? It¡¯s more about what kind of appreciation.]


    ...


    Yangyang couldn¡¯t help cursing at some of thements, "Vulgar."


    "It¡¯s fine. First, release a statement and publish the photo. As for Mu Yi and that President Zhao, I¡¯ll take care of them. Let¡¯s find out who took the photos."


    Jiang Mian didn¡¯t say much else. She seemed to be getting used to these kinds of situations.


    Slutty Dog: [President Zhao, huh? I¡¯ll handle it, don¡¯t worry.]

 Chapter 161: Complaining and Seeking Pity

    <h4>Chapter 161: Chapter 161: Comining and Seeking Pity</h4>


    Fu Sichen suddenly received a message that took Jiang Mian by surprise.


    When did this man learn to surf the web so fast?


    Since that¡¯s the case¡ª


    Just as Jiang Mian was about to send a message to Fu Sichen, ying the pity card to seek his help, a video call came in.


    [Old Lin]


    Jiang Mian answered with a sweet smile, the very picture of a dutiful daughter, "Old Lin, why did you decide to call your darling daughter today? Miss me too much?"


    Her father, Lin Shengqiang, didn¡¯t look very pleased in the video. He nced to the side and lowered his voice, "Xuanxuan, what¡¯s this I hear about you taking on that film?"


    "It¡¯s not like me to interfere in your affairs, but this seems a bit much."


    Her father usually gave blind support to her career, rarely ever calling to check in on things.


    So, he must have brought it up because, "Ms. Jiang is right there?"


    Mom was in the know and seemed a bit angry.


    "Dad, I¡¯ve been wronged, I only found out about this myself, and it was thepany¡¯s decision, not mine. I turned down that director several times¡ªif you don¡¯t believe me, ask my agent."


    Jiang Mian was saying this as she dragged Luo Ting into the frame. Luo Ting was a bit stunned, unsure what to say when faced with the man in the video, who bore a striking resemnce to Jiang Mian.


    Lin Shengqiang was the first to speak with a friendly and approachable tone, "You must be Xuanxuan¡¯s agent. She hasn¡¯t caused you too much trouble, has she?"


    Xuanxuan?


    Luo Ting nced at Jiang Mian, who said dismissively, "It¡¯s my nickname."


    "Uncle, not at all. She¡¯s very capable. This matter is truly thepany¡¯s fault and has nothing to do with Jiang Mian. As for that rumor about her and the director, I was there when it happened, and it¡¯s all been hyped up by yxh."


    Jiang Mian took the phone and with an innocent look faced her father, "You see, Old Lin, why would I be involved in something like this?"


    If she took on this movie,


    it would be herst piece of work.


    No, Linghua would be her "retirement work."


    How could that be? She had just started her career; she was far from bing a Movie Queen.


    Ms. Jiang¡¯s voice came through the video, "If you dare take it, I¡¯ll have someone tie you up and drag you home, so you can peacefully be Mrs. Fu and the young miss of the Lin Family."


    "Mom, you can rest assured. If I take the role, I¡¯lle home myself, ept whatever the organization arranges, and won¡¯t utter a word ofint."


    "That¡¯s more like it."


    Lin Shengqiang mediated between his wife and daughter,ughing, "Oh, it¡¯s all good. Xuanxuan, if you can¡¯t handle it, dad will step in for you, or you could ask your brother. Xiao Chen could help too."


    "If they say another word, I¡¯ll just hire someone to clean up Weibo."


    !!!!


    Standing to the side, Yangyang was utterly dumbfounded.


    Suddenly there was a young miss from the Lin Family.


    Who exactly was this celebrity she had been following?


    A mischievous glint appeared in Jiang Mian¡¯s eyes, and her voice turned coquettish, "Thank you, dad, and thank you, Ms. Jiang!"


    Jiang Yutian moved into view of the camera, "Come home for a meal with Xiao Chen when you have time."


    After Jiang Mian hung up the video call, she looked up at Luo Ting, "What¡¯s the matter? Does my dad look like a man-eater?"


    "I wish he were my dad, too."


    The daughter of a wealthy family¡ªshe wouldn¡¯t even dare to dream of it.


    "Xuanxuan? That¡¯s quite a unique nickname."


    Luo Ting really didn¡¯t expect that her troublesome client had such a nickname, especially after hearing it from Jiang Mian¡¯s father.


    Jiang Mian was still furiously messaging in the family group chat, frantically exining, fearing these three powerful figures would "banish" her in a fit of rage.

 Chapter 162: Can’t Hide the Desire to Stab Someone

    <h4>Chapter 162: Chapter 162: Can¡¯t Hide the Desire to Stab Someone</h4>


    She casually said, "Well, ¡¯Xuan¡¯ means warm sunlight, brilliant and bright. My original name was Lin Xuan, and I was called Jiang Mian after my mom, so that¡¯s what my nickname came from."


    Her parents just hoped she would be a person like warm sunlight, shining on herself and others, living a brilliant and bright life.


    Luo Ting nodded slightly. Indeed, this ancestor had no worries about food or clothes; her life was brilliant and bright.


    She suddenly noticed a girl beside her lost in thought, "Look, you¡¯ve even scared Yangyang."


    This again, President Fu was her husband and she was also the heiress to the Lin Group, feeling just like what Luo Ting found out back then.


    "Sister Mianmian..."


    Yangyang suddenly didn¡¯t know what to say.


    Jiang Mianughed out loud, "It¡¯s okay, everyone will know about it eventually."


    Five minutester, a statement appeared on Weibo.


    Luo Ting V: [I¡¯m also at the scene{photo}]


    [I told you there¡¯s no such thing as a backer]


    [Jiang Mian always seems career-oriented, to think she¡¯d even rent out a boyfriend, she probably never considered dating]


    [But even if Director Mu isn¡¯t her backer, there surely must be someone else]


    "What are you doing?"


    The artists were eerily silent, definitely up to some mischief.


    Luo Ting¡¯s gazended on the slightly curved red lips of Jiang Mian.


    She was holding her phone, tapping away at something.


    "Jiang Mian!"


    "Ancestor, you really seem to want to make things even bigger."


    That Weiboment had someone else below it, and Jiang Mian replied¡ª


    [Tell me who my backer is then, I¡¯d love to know]


    The only one who would fan her own mes like this was none other than her.


    [This sister is so bold!]


    [A straight fight, not afraid at all]


    [Is it time to clean up the entertainment circle haha, I think I love her even more]


    ...


    Themotion from this incident started to fade.


    Jiang Mian then remembered she hadn¡¯t replied to Fu Sichen¡¯s message.


    Jiang Xiaomian: [Sniffle, he met with the Director without my consent, and I even refused]


    Jiang Xiaomian: [Forcing others!]


    Jiang Xiaomian: [Your wife is about to be sold by you, and yet still has to help them make money]


    ...


    Jiang Mian rapidly typed a flurry of messages, and Fu Sichen¡¯s eyes softened a great deal.


    At this moment, he sat in a private meeting, scrolling through his phone with his head down while his fellow executives wereughing and talking around him.


    "President Fu, hello, hello."


    Fu Sichen¡¯s eyes narrowed slightly, quickly moving away from the man before him.


    Just sitting here for a day, one wouldn¡¯t know how many people woulde up to try andwork with him.


    "Old Fu, this is the new CEO of our entertainmentpany, Zhao Pingjian, President Zhao."


    Su Yuchuan naturally sat next to Fu Sichen, pouring out some good-quality Longjing tea before the rain.


    Zhao Pingjian...


    Fu Sichen¡¯s deep eyes shed a cold look, "So, you are Zhao Pingjian."


    "Yes, yes, yes."


    The man before Fu Sichen nodded and bowed, his face blooming with joy, not expecting President Fu to remember his name¡ªa sign his career was on the rise.


    "He just joined."


    Su Yuchuan whispered while handing Fu Sichen a cup of tea, "Jiang Mian is now the head of the entertainmentpany."


    Originally, when Jiang Mian signed, Su Lixing asked him to take good care of this best friend.


    Naturally, as Su Yuchuan watched Jiang Mian grow up and with Fu Sichen¡¯s involvement, he dared not neglect this little sister-inw.


    Fu Sichen nced at Su Yuchuan; his teacup trembled.


    That look...


    Someone was in trouble.


    Su Yuchuan knew Fu Sichen too well, just one nce and he could tell his mood.


    As for now, the look of wanting to chop someone was unmistakably clear.

 Chapter 163: Bestie-Controlled, Sister-Controlled, Wife-Dominated

    <h4>Chapter 163: Chapter 163: Bestie-Controlled, Sister-Controlled, Wife-Dominated</h4>


    "You go on down first; I have something to discuss with President Fu."


    Just now, everything was fine. President Zhao must have offended him somehow.


    "Of course, of course, President Fu, here¡¯s my business card. I do hope to coborate with Fu¡¯spany in the future."


    Fu Sichen didn¡¯t even give Zhao Pingjian a proper look, exuding an arrogance so innate it made others keep their distance in awe.


    Very good.


    Su Yuchuan had confirmed that the issue was indeed with President Zhao, and he hurriedly urged Zhao Pingjian to leave quickly.


    Before Zhao was even out of earshot, Fu Sichen took a sip of the Longjing tea from earlier, his voice cold and clear, "Fire this person."


    ???


    "Ah? President Li just left, and now as soon as he arrives¡ª"


    Anyone unaware would think Su¡¯spany was too arrogant,pletely heartless.


    Fu Sichen stood up and left behind a piece of advice, "Check out the trending searches, or you¡¯ll get a call from Lin Chen and Su Lixing soon."


    What trending searches?


    Su Yuchuan immediately pulled out his phone from his pocket¡ª


    "F*ck!!"


    He dialed a number straight away: "Tell Zhao Pingjian to pack his things and get lost!"


    "You heard me right, that Zhao Pingjian."


    "So what if he just got here, make him leave now, or you¡¯ll be the one leaving."


    After hanging up, Su Yuchuan downed a cup of tea with a swoop.


    Not a shred of awareness!


    Su Lixing: [What¡¯s going on, cousin? Mianmian¡¯s issue is trending, can yourpany really mess up like this??]


    Su Lixing: [I guess they don¡¯t want to work anymore.]


    Lin Chen: [Aren¡¯t you going to exin?]


    Lin Chen: [I don¡¯t mind setting up an independent studio for my sister with her current abilities.]


    Su Yuchuan sighed deeply as he read the messages that came one after another.


    These two people were just too punctual.


    One prioritizes her best friend above all else.


    The other is genuinely protective of his sister.


    And he nced towards the doorway where another man devoted to his wife just left.


    Sigh...


    Unbelievable!


    *


    Evening


    Linghua film crew


    A presidential suite¡¯s balcony.


    "I thought we wouldn¡¯t be able to gather today, but to my surprise, we¡¯re still able to sit here and enjoy a hot pot together."


    Everyone in the crew was aware of the issue regarding Jiang Mian that trended; they didn¡¯t expect it to be resolved so quickly.


    This afternoon, in the chat group, Wei Zhouchen reluctantly asked on someone¡¯s behalf, not expecting Jiang Mian to have the time toe; and so, the hot pot meetup came to be.


    The steam rose and drifted away under the gentle breeze, dissipating into the dark sky.


    Wen Qianning put some meat in the pot and turned towards Jiang Mian: "Director Mu Yi has risen to prominence over the past few years, and he chooses actors purely based on his instincts; once he¡¯s got his eye on you, it won¡¯t be easy to shake him off."


    Everyone had some understanding of Mu Yi.


    Wei Zhouchen ate a few bites of meat and continued, "The man is indeed stubborn, but this movie would give anyone pause because of the temptation it brings, though it¡¯s massive."


    Art films, and Mu Yi¡¯s movies generally get nominated for various awards; if you win, themercial value is incalcble.


    "Sister Jiang Mian, your rejection was so resolute; not the slightest hint of hesitation."


    For anyone else, it would be a matter of serious contemtion, but for Jiang Mian, there might not even be a discussion.


    No wonder Mu Yi went directly to negotiate with herpany¡¯s president, taking a roundabout approach.


    "I¡¯m about to go mad with all the calls from my parents. It¡¯s like a death call; I really wouldn¡¯t dare."


    Everyone understood that with strict family upbringing, many families would consider this issue too.


    Wen Qianning empathized deeply, "Yeah, really. My parents were against my studying acting, and only reluctantly agreed after setting some strict rules."


    Lu Yunzhou, who had been silent, joined in, "Then should I be grateful that your parents agreed? Otherwise, I would lose such apatible Teacher Wen."

 Chapter 164: We Are Husband and Wife

    <h4>Chapter 164: Chapter 164: We Are Husband and Wife</h4>


    Jiang Mian pursed her lips and gave a lightugh, taking her meat-eating seriously, really wanting to ask what kind of match it was.


    Halfway through the meal, Wen Qianning suddenly turned to Jiang Mian: "Jiang Xiaomian is 24 this year, right?"


    Hmm??


    "Do you want to date? If you haven¡¯t before, I can introduce you to someone."


    "Cough, cough, cough..."


    ?!!!


    Wei Zhouchen joked: "Sister Qianning, considering we¡¯re all from the same school andpany, howe you never consider me?"


    "You¡¯re so young, not even of legal age for marriage, and can¡¯t take on any responsibility."


    "As for Sister Jiang Mian, she seems to have only work in her eyes, where would she find a man..."


    Before Wei Zhouchen could finish, Jiang Mian¡¯s phone on the table started to vibrate like crazy¡ª


    The other three looked over.


    The screen stayed bright, the conspicuouslybeled contact drawing everyone¡¯s attention.


    [Slutty Dog]


    Thisbel...


    "Cough¡ª"


    Jiang Mian gave a light cough and stood up: "I¡¯m going to take a call, you guys go ahead and eat."


    What¡¯s with this man making a call at this hour, and making a WeChat call at that.


    "Sister Jiang Mian¡¯sbel is hrious, hahaha, who is so unfortunate to be named this?"


    Wei Zhouchen hadn¡¯t caught on, and started teasing after Jiang Mian had left to take the call.


    Wen Qianning and Lu Yunzhou exchanged nces, choosing to remain silent but understanding the situation.


    "Jiang Mian."


    Jiang Mian took the call, and a man¡¯s low and pleasant voice came through the receiver, making her heartbeat quicken.


    "Uh-huh."


    "I¡¯ll pick you up tomorrow morning to go home."


    Hmm??


    "Filming right now, can¡¯t leave."


    Even if she wanted to leave, Ming Lang probably wouldn¡¯t let her go. This was specifically mentioned in the contract when she signed it.


    "He will let you go."


    Jiang Mian frowned slightly, going through her thoughts but failing to think of any reason: "What happened?"


    "Nothing happened, you¡¯ll find out when you get back. It should be good news for you."


    Good news??


    By the time Jiang Mian hung up with Fu Sichen, she still hadn¡¯t understood a word.


    The man¡¯s capricious call was all nonsensical literary fluff.


    Just as she sat back down, she received a mass message from Ming Lang.


    Ming Lang: [All actors can take a two-day break tomorrow, please spread the word.]


    ???


    Jiang Mian¡¯s mind was even more puzzled; hadn¡¯t they just had a break?


    At the same time, they also received this message.


    "What happened??"


    The four of them looked at one another, as if seeing their own reflections.


    Because of this little interlude, they quickly wrapped up the hotpot dinner.


    "Jiang Xiaomian, chat for a bit?"


    Jiang Mian was surprised for a second and then smiled: "Sure,e to my room."


    She even took out half a bottle of red wine left from before: "Here, some wine is perfect for a chat."


    Wen Qianning smiled lightly as she took it: "Seems you¡¯ve been drinking quite often."


    "Why the sudden desire to chat with me?"


    Jiang Mian found afortable position, sitting cross-legged on the couch.


    Wen Qianning pondered for a moment: "May I ask, that call just now was from someone very important to you, right? To use a different word, someone you love."


    Important...


    Someone I love...


    "That term isn¡¯t one for cursing him, huh?"


    Calling him Slutty Dog or something nice like that.


    Only missing a note that says "Damn Dog."


    Wen Qianning continued with a smile as she heard Jiang Mian¡¯s response, not expecting this turn in the conversation: "Me and Lu Yunzhou, how much do you know... about us?"


    Jiang Mian took a sip of red wine: "I can only say that your rtionship isn¡¯t just that of long-time partners. Sister Qianning, at the very least, you two have dated, or have an even deeper rtionship."


    Wen Qianning was a bit surprised by Jiang Mian¡¯s directness, but she didn¡¯t hide it: "Yes, we¡¯re married."


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 Chapter 165: Your Eyes Light Up When You Mention Him

    <h4>Chapter 165: Chapter 165: Your Eyes Light Up When You Mention Him</h4>


    Jiang Mian did not seem surprised by those words, but it was just the two of them...


    "Sister Qianning, you and Teacher Lu kept it pretty well hidden."


    After all these years, there hadn¡¯t been a hint of gossip, though people did ship their rtionship online, the two had indeed kept a low profile.


    Jiang Mian thought for a moment, then added, "But it was also kind of obvious after spending some time together."


    The way Lu Yunzhou looked at Wen Qianning was anything but that of ordinary colleagues.


    "Did you never think of making an official announcement?"


    It¡¯s been so long, and both of you are now celebrated as the Movie Emperor and Movie Queen¡ªtheir careers had stabilized. Even if there were concerns initially, by now they should all be resolved.


    Wen Qianning¡¯s red lips parted slightly as if she had more to say, "When we originally registered our marriage, we agreed not to make it public, but as time went by, it seemed like it didn¡¯t matter anymore."


    It seemed like neither had brought up the matter actively.


    "Jiang Xiaomian, sometimes time changes a person, and it changes us too."


    Wen Qianning realized she had gotten a bit emotional and wiped the tears from the corner of her eye, "Sorry, I just can¡¯t help but want to talk to you about these things."


    She lifted her head, and the wine she swigged seemed to sober her up somewhat.


    "You and your partner must be quite happy, that ¡¯One-Day Boyfriend¡¯ is your boyfriend, right?"


    One-Day Boyfriend?


    Jiang Mian¡¯s lips curled up slightly, "Do you mean the one tagged as ¡¯Slutty Dog¡¯?"


    The kind of rhetoric others might believe, but seeing her tag today, those three characters probably gave it away too.


    "He¡¯s not my boyfriend; he¡¯s mywful husband, but originally we got married on a whim, with not much affection involved."


    This statement made Wen Qianning blink in surprise.


    "You... you are married?"


    The corner of Jiang Mian¡¯s eyes lifted, cunning like a sly fox, "I just kept it even better."


    Indeed.


    Not a whisper of it.


    "So now..."


    Jiang Mian sipped her red wine and suddenly smiled, "He treats me very well, at least he has never let me down materially."


    That¡¯s the truth.


    Having a husband like an ATM machine feels like getting anything you want.


    "So with your busy work life and little affection, is this how it goes?"


    Jiang Mian looked up at Wen Qianning, who must have been as busy with Teacher Lu, resulting in their rtionship bing more like mutual respect now.


    "We¡¯re fine; when he¡¯s not busy, hees to see me, and when I¡¯m not busy at home, he apanies me."


    Jiang Mian thought to herself: It couldn¡¯t be like Sister Qianning and her rtionship, just dealing with family obligations¡ªthey hadn¡¯t seen each other for over a year already.


    "Plus, he makes delicious breakfasts at home, he would stand up for me if I¡¯m bullied, always unconditionally supporting me in front of my parents."


    Wen Qianning gave a bitter smile, "The simplest marital life has now be a luxury for me."


    She looked at the woman in front of her whose eyes smiled gently, "Jiang Xiaomian, you love him very much, and he loves you too, you¡¯re very happy."


    "There¡¯s a light in your eyes when you talk about him."


    !!!


    Jiang Mian suddenly startled.


    What was she saying!!!


    She loved Fu Sichen, and Fu Sichen loved her.


    Jiang Mian was somewhat flustered, her expression not quite right¡ªhow could she have unconsciously praised Fu Sichen so much?


    And that light in her eyes.


    Yet this man was a real pain, snapping and snatching whenever he saw her.


    How it turned into mutual affection in Sister Qianning¡¯s words...


    "What¡¯s wrong, Jiang Xiaomian?"


    "It¡¯s nothing."


    Jiang Mian lifted her head and finished off thest sip of wine in her goblet, "Sister Qianning, if you feel the love has changed, maybe take a step back and think on your own. Talking things out can really help sometimes."

 Chapter 166: Couples That Have Been Together Long Start to Resemble Each Other

    <h4>Chapter 166: Chapter 166: Couples That Have Been Together Long Start to Resemble Each Other</h4>


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    The next day.


    Jiang Mian was still catching up on sleep in the nanny van, listening to Luo Ting talk about what happenedtest night.


    "Who would have thought that Xu Yanzhi hid her true self so well, she really didn¡¯t show any signs at all."


    Yangyang chimed in, "Yeah, all those photos were taken by people she found."


    Jiang Mian rested with her eyes closed, her red lips slightly curved. She leaned backzily and luxuriously against the seat, exuding an aloofness that was hard to approach.


    "So there¡¯s an urgent notice to rest, probably Director Ming and the others need to deal with this, see what PR moves would be appropriate."


    Jiang Mian didn¡¯t speak, her head still muddled from the alcohol.


    She vaguely remembered drinking quite a bit with Wen Qianningst night, but her memories after that were hazy.


    All she knew was that when she woke up in the morning, she was still in the clothes fromst night¡¯s drinking.


    Luo Ting let out a lightugh, then exined to the still uninformed Yangyang, "What PR? They¡¯re probably trying to find someone to y the third female lead now."


    Xu Yanzhi had offended Director Mu Yi and made life difficult for Ming Lang.


    Now the entire circle of directors were somewhat fearful, worrying about encountering an actress who might stab them in the back.


    Looks like she¡¯s going to have a hard time getting roles.


    "Serves her right, trying to mess with our Sister Mianmian. She was involved quite a bit in that He Qianyi incident, it infuriates me, you can¡¯t judge a book by its cover."


    Hmm??


    Jiang Mian slightly lifted her head and opened her eyes: "What incident with He Qianyi?"


    She looked at Luo Ting, who, having her silent permission, nodded and said, "We just found out, that during thest incident, Xu Yanzhi promised He Qianyi if she could ruin your reputation, she¡¯d let her y the third female lead."


    The third female lead.


    Jiang Mian let out a coldugh, her indifferent gaze not the least bit concealed, "She wishes?"


    Luo Ting looked at the woman in front of her, glimpsing an outline of President Fu.


    Truly a married couple.


    Spending so much time together they even start to look alike.


    "What¡¯s with you! I¡¯ve told you to focus on your acting, keep your nose clean, settle down, don¡¯t go looking for trouble, and now you¡¯ve gone and made such a mess for me."


    Xu Yanzhi sat there silently while her agent scolded her non-stop.


    Even the nearby assistant didn¡¯t dare to utter a single word.


    "Look at the public opinion online and the matter with He Qianyi before, one thing after another, Xu Yanzhi, are you still nning to stay in the entertainment circle or not? Say it if you don¡¯t want to, I don¡¯t have the time to waste here."


    "Sister Li, I..."


    Xu Yanzhi¡¯s words were interrupted by a phone call, the agent picked up the phone; it was the voice of thepany¡¯s boss: "You don¡¯t need to manage Xu Yanzhi anymore,e back and take care of the neers."


    The voice from the phone could be heard clearly throughout the spacious room.


    Xu Yanzhi¡¯s heart sank by more than half.


    What this meant¡ª


    She was given up on,pletely turned into a useless pawn.


    "Sister Li, I can¡¯t be finished just like this."


    The agent hung up the phone and sighed, "Thepany has decided, in consideration of past sentiments, I¡¯ll give you a way out."


    "President Sun of Chenghuan Entertainment has always admired you. You didn¡¯t want to coborate before, but now this is yourst lifeline, think about it properly."


    "Bang!"


    The next second was filled by the sound of the agent leaving.


    The assistant looked a little lost as she looked at Xu Yanzhi: "Sister Yanyan..."


    "Get lost!"


    "Get the hell out of here!"


    President Sun of Chenghuan Entertainment.


    Hmph, he admires me.


    An old man halfway to the grave, truly a case of an old cow eating tender grass.


    She can¡¯t end up like this.


    She can¡¯t! Absolutely not!


    Xu Yanzhi¡¯s eyes shone with a trace of something, her expression quickly lifted into a smile.


    Just you wait, each and every one of you won¡¯t have it so easy.

 Chapter 167: Childhood Betrothal

    <h4>Chapter 167: Chapter 167: Childhood Betrothal</h4>


    Jiang Mian woke up from her nap to find a strikingly handsome face staring back at her.


    Roar!!


    That startled me.


    "Why are you here?"


    Fu Sichen still had his sses on, his profile clean and smooth, his well-defined fingers flipping through the documents in his hand: "Didn¡¯t you say yesterday you were going to pick up Mrs. Fu?"


    Picking me up, nearly scared me to death.


    Jiang Mian nced at the road outside the car.


    How did we end up at a hotel?


    "Sister Ting and Yangyang have gone back?"


    "Yes, let¡¯s get out of the car."


    In a daze, Jiang Mian was led out of the car by Fu Sichen.


    What¡¯s this tricky man up to now?


    How can I bear to show up at such a high-end hotel without any preparation today?


    "Fu Sichen, if it¡¯s some kind of banquet, I¡¯m not going. It¡¯s too embarrassing."


    A light smile graced Fu Sichen¡¯s thin lips: "Don¡¯t worry, it¡¯s not any particrly important event."


    "Mrs. Fu, you won¡¯t look out of ce with your current attire."


    Jiang Mian was dressed in a strappy ink-dyed long dress with her hair tied in a simple low braid resting on her shoulder, understated and elegant, with an indescribably gentle charm reminiscent of Southern grace.


    "Who are we meeting, exactly?"


    She racked her brain but couldn¡¯t think of anyone to meet at this time.


    Could it be¡ª


    "A family gathering."


    Fu Sichen took Jiang Mian¡¯s hand and pushed the door open. The conversation-filled private room suddenly fell quiet as everyone¡¯s gaze turned their way.


    "Grandfather, mom and dad, sorry we¡¯rete."


    Hearing "mom and dad," Jiang Mian¡¯s heart skipped a beat.


    A bad premonition washed over her.


    The next second, familiar faces came into view.


    Her own parents had arrived.


    Gritting her teeth, she called out, "Grandfather, mom and dad."


    And her elder brother was there too.


    This family banquet had everyone present, it couldn¡¯t have been moreplete.


    Fu Jingcun waved them over: "Don¡¯t just stand around,e sit down."


    Fu Sichen and Jiang Mian took their seats and Jiang Mian quietly asked her brother beside her: "Why are Old Lin and Ms. Jiang here?"


    It¡¯s definitely abnormal for them to suddenly show up in North City from Su City, nice and proper.


    Leaning in, Lin Chen nced at their parents who were talking with Fu Sichen¡¯s grandfather: "Rushing for marriage and kids, and also here to see if your wings have truly hardened."


    There we go.


    It wasn¡¯t just any ordinary family gathering.


    Sooner orter, this ¡¯Hongmen Banquet¡¯ would surelye.


    "Oh my, Uncle Fu, don¡¯t say that. Our Xuanxuan is the one who always worries us to no end, but Xiao Chen is sensible and thorough in his actions, I feel relieved with him around."


    "Hey, Yingying should not say so, I¡¯ve seen Miss Lin grow up since she was little, such a charming girl. When I first heard these two were getting married, I was so happy I could hardly sleep for days."


    Jiang Mian and Fu Sichen had not met with both families after registering their marriage.


    But as Jiang Mianter learned that Fu Sichen was Brother Xiao Fu, there was no need to arrange a meeting.


    Because the parents of both families had been closely connected, it was natural for them to have non-stop conversations upon meeting, typically exchanging several rounds of business ttery before concluding.


    "I never thought the childhood betrothal would be unsuitable for the children, but it turned out that they hit it off on their own."


    ?!!!


    Jiang Mian abruptly looked up at Fu Jingcun.


    What childhood betrothal?


    "Grandfather, what did you just say about a childhood betrothal?"


    Fu Jingcun smiled warmly, his face filled with doting affection: "You and Xiao Chen, we arranged a childhood betrothal, hoping that after your graduation we could be rtives by marriage, but it turned out you two took a liking to each other without that."


    ?!!!


    A flicker of unusual emotion passed through Jiang Mian¡¯s beautiful peach-blossom eyes as she nced at Fu Sichen, whose expression remained calm with no significant change.


    Forget about it, he always has little expression of joy or sorrow in public.

 Chapter 168: You Picked Me Out in the Crowd with a Single Glance

    <h4>Chapter 168: Chapter 168: You Picked Me Out in the Crowd with a Single nce</h4>


    She looked again at her elder brother; Lin Chen merely curved his lips in a smile.


    What¡¯s going on?!!


    When Jiang Mian graduated, her family said they wanted to arrange a blind date for her, talking about a marriage arranged by her grandfather and wanting her to meet the guy, so if it worked out, they could just settle it.


    It was then that Jiang Mian racked her brains trying to find a boyfriend to deal with her parents.


    Rather than an arranged marriage, she¡¯d prefer to find someone she liked on her own.


    She eventually found Fu Sichen and sessfully avoided the arranged date.


    But, what was this all about?!!


    Jiang Mian tentatively probed, "Mom and Dad, the person you originally wanted to set me up with for the blind date, it wasn¡¯t Fu Sichen, was it?"


    "Right, you silly child, you already had someone then but didn¡¯t tell us early. Later, we were surprised to find out it was little Chen. What a coincidence, your fate really is ordained by heaven."


    ...


    Is this a good thing or a bad thing??


    Jiang Mian felt like she had lifted a rock only to drop it on her own foot, giving herself a harsh tug.


    "Then you two..."


    Jiang Mian suddenly trailed off, feeling like she was the only one kept in the dark from the beginning, including Fu Sichen¡¯s identity.


    Feeling outsmarted by her own foolishness!


    "So you two have been married for quite a while now, have you thought about when you want to have kids? Little Chen¡¯s grandfather has also returned to the country; the three of us could help you with the child."


    Just as Jiang Mian was about to speak, Fu Sichen grabbed her hand below the table, "Mom, I¡¯ve just taken over Fu¡¯s, and work will be quite busy. There¡¯s a lot to stabilize, so we haven¡¯t nned on having children just yet."


    "Once everything is settled, we will put it on the agenda."


    The mother-inw liked her son-inw more and more.


    Jiang Yutian almost grinned from ear to ear, "Little Chen is right, but you should also hurry, time waits for no one."


    "We will."


    Look at that.


    Fu Sichen knew how to charm people.


    Jiang Mian still didn¡¯t get it and definitely had to ask Fu Sichenter what was really going on.


    Jiang Xiaomian: [The restaurant where we first met Fu Sichen, it was rmended by your brother, right?]


    Susu Big Baby: [Yeah, what about it?]


    Jiang Xiaomian: [Fu Sichen was the one I was supposed to have the blind date with.]


    Susu Big Baby: [??? For real?!! Such a coincidence! I have a better chance of winning the lottery than this.]


    "And then there¡¯s the movie thing with Xuanxuan."


    Fu Sichen put down his chopsticks, wiped his mouth with a napkin, "Dad, it¡¯s all been taken care of, don¡¯t worry; we¡¯re also going to set up a personal studio for Xuanxuan next."


    Jiang Mian shivered all over.


    She couldn¡¯t stand hearing Fu Sichen call her "Xuanxuan."


    It sounded so cheesy.


    "A personal studio?"


    Lin Chen: "Yeah, your husband and I are investing in it for you, no need to worry aboutpany politics; just be happy."


    !!!


    "Thank you, brother!"


    "Cough cough..."


    Jiang Mian turned to look at the man beside her who coughed lightly, "And thank you, Fu... husband!"


    Those two words were really hard to say in front of the whole family.


    Fu Sichen¡¯s brows rxed, and he seemed to be in a good mood.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s mind was somewhat swayed by the personal studio, her thoughts just beginning to focus on eating, when she received a message from Su Lixing.


    Susu Big Baby: [Seems like the only ones in the dark were us two/I¡¯m the clown.jpg.]


    In the time that followed, only three words circled in Jiang Mian¡¯s mind¡ª


    Don¡¯t understand.


    Don¡¯t understand.


    Just don¡¯t understand.


    After finishing dinner and seeing the parents and grandfather off, Fu Sichen and Jiang Mian were sitting in the car.


    "Spill it, what¡¯s going on?"


    Fu Sichen fastened his seatbelt, fixing Jiang Mian with a stare for a few seconds: "Hmm?"


    What¡¯s with that ¡¯hmm.¡¯


    Still pretending to be clueless.


    "You knew about the blind date, didn¡¯t you?"


    Fu Sichen answered truthfully, "I knew, but I didn¡¯t expect that you would pick me out from the crowd at first nce."


    Me???


    Jiang Mian almost wanted to scold Fu Sichen, then thought better of it as it seemed she was indeed at fault.

 Chapter 169: I Don’t Want to Lose You Again

    <h4>Chapter 169: Chapter 169: I Don¡¯t Want to Lose You Again</h4>


    The car suddenly fell silent.


    Fu Sichen slightly parted his thin lips and spoke calmly, "When I first found out about this, I was still in the army. When grandfather mentioned arranging a blind date, I didn¡¯t hesitate to decline."


    "But when I knew it was you, I came right away; you know what happenedter. As for why I didn¡¯t tell you, I was afraid you wouldn¡¯t agree, just like when you first found out I was Brother Xiao Fu."


    Fu Sichen called out in a deep voice, "Jiang Mian."


    The two locked eyes, and his crisp, maic voice echoed in the car, "I don¡¯t want to lose you again."


    "This time, I won¡¯t let you slip away."


    !!!!


    Jiang Mian¡¯s round eyes widened slightly at what Fu Sichen had just implied¡ª


    He was confessing to me.


    Her fair cheeks quickly flushed red, and her mind filled with the sound of Fu Sichen¡¯s voice and Sister Qianning¡¯s words, "You two are very fortunate; he loves you a lot..."


    They were clearly in an arranged marriage!!!


    This situation should not have developed in this way with the man she grabbed at random.


    Seeing that the woman before him hadn¡¯t responded, Fu Sichen chuckled softly, "It¡¯s just as Mrs. Fu imagined."


    Jiang Mian immediately covered her ears and shook her head, "I¡¯m not listening, not listening."


    Fu Sichen was bing increasingly skilled at flirting.


    Upon arriving home, Jiang Mian didn¡¯t bother with Fu Sichen who followed and dashed straight into her room.


    She took out her phone¡ª


    Jiang Xiaomian: [Something happened, something happened!! Fu Sichen confessed to me]


    Susu Big Baby: [What are you hesitating for?!!]


    As Jiang Mian was typing, a call from Su Lixing popped up, causing Jiang Mian to inadvertently press the answer button.


    "Sister, don¡¯t be ridiculous!! That¡¯s Fu Sichen!"


    What about Fu Sichen, he¡¯s still worse than my brother.


    Jiang Mian found afortable position on her couch and turned on the speaker.


    "Mianmian, remember, that¡¯s your Brother Xiao Fu, I don¡¯t know who mentioned Brother Xiao Fu over and over when they were little."


    Su Lixing remembered clearly how, aftering back from her grandfather¡¯s house as a child, Jiang Mian would talk about Brother Xiao Fu for a whole month.


    She couldn¡¯t stop mentioning him.


    Back then, Su Lixing teased Jiang Mian about marrying him when she grew up.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s lips twitched, as if that memory, reluctance to recall, had already rotted away in her stomach, "Who hasn¡¯t moved past something? You and my brother are the perfect example."


    "Hey, don¡¯t pull me into this; just talk about your own stuff."


    Jiang Mian¡¯s face was full of a springtime smile, admiring her clean nails as she thought of what style might be suitable next time.


    "My brother¡¯s nagging to death about marriage today. Can you bear it?"


    Su Lixing¡¯s usations quickly shifted to herself, and she quickly changed the subject, "Hold it right there. You¡¯d better worry about your President Fu. I don¡¯t believe such a handsome guy wouldn¡¯t move your heart."


    "Remember that amusement park post online? ¡¯One-day boyfriend¡¯, you were so happy that day."


    People may not know, but Su Lixing clearly did. She and Jiang Mian grew up together, a single nce revealing what Jiang Mian was thinking.


    "..."


    I choose to remain silent.


    "Hahahaha, I guessed it, didn¡¯t I? Anyway, I¡¯ll wait for the day you admit it yourself."


    "Sister Lixing, over here..."


    Su Lixing responded and then told Jiang Mian, "I¡¯ve got something to deal with over here. Waiting for your good news."


    Jiang Mian hung up the phone and copsed on the couch, her mind inplete disarray.


    Getting close to a man brings misfortune!


    Ugh!!


    So annoying!


    The man outside the door bent his lip in a lowugh and then walked into the next-door study.

 Chapter 170: Come back early tonight as a reward

    <h4>Chapter 170: Chapter 170: Come back early tonight as a reward</h4>


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    "Brrrr¡ª"


    A grating ringtone sliced through the morning quiet.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s pretty face wrinkled slightly as she groped for her phone on the bedside table and answered, "Hello?"


    "Jiang Mian! Jiang Mian!! Get up, your highness! You¡¯ve got a personal studio now!!"


    "Uh..."


    Still groggy, Jiang Mian hummed a response only to be jolted awake by Luo Ting¡¯s next words, "Jiang Mian¡¯s personal studio! And it was President Zhao who opened, President Li is back too."


    ?!!!


    Hearing thetter half snapped her to alertness.


    President Zhao opened it??


    She was just nning to put her efforts into thepany, but now she was out of a job, and so suddenly.


    Tugging at her hoarse, powerless voice which came from getting up early, Jiang Mian mumbled, "What¡¯s going on..."


    "I want to know too."


    The news Luo Ting received early this morning¡ª


    1. Jiang Mian has established an independent personal studio and is no longer under thepany¡¯s management.


    2. President Zhao has been dismissed from thepany due to a work-rted error.


    3. President Li has been called back to take over the position.


    Seriously, these three pieces of newsing one after another had blown Luo Ting wide awake.


    She wanted toe and ask what her highness had done because it definitely had something to do with Jiang Mian.


    "My brother and Fu Sichen funded the establishment of the studio for me, didn¡¯t expect it to happen this quickly."


    Action-oriented people have high efficiency.


    It¡¯s great to have a big shot on your side!


    "You can¡¯t still be asleep; get up, your personal studio needs you for the ribbon-cutting. I¡¯m on my way to your ce, the makeup artist ising, and President Fu isn¡¯t there, right?"


    ?!!!


    Fu Sichen?!!!


    Jiang Mian abruptly sat up in bed and looked around in a daze.


    Last night she was so tired that she went straight to bed after washing up; whether Fu Sichen was around, she had no clue.


    Jiang Mian threw off the covers.


    Huh...


    Intact.


    "Madam."


    The housekeeper knocked gently at the door.


    "What is it, Auntie?"


    "President Fu had something brought down to the living room, he insisted you take a look."


    Something?!!!


    With sudden realization, Jiang Mian ran downstairs barefoot.


    The most precious collection from the auction a while back had been auctioned off in the form of pictures and videos to prevent theft; it had finally been air-freighted here.


    There was a safe on the living room coffee table, but the key had already been retrieved by Fu Sichen.


    Jiang Mian opened the safe directly, and inside, a red velvet box was neatly arranged, not a thing out of ce.


    She carefully opened it, and her gaze was greeted by a sapphire ring wrapped in pink diamonds.


    The sapphire was not only exquisite in its cut and polish but even the pink diamonds encircling it were nomon stones, their splendor irresistible to any woman.


    Jiang Mian happily slipped it onto her ring finger; the size was just right.


    Thrilled, she snapped several selfies and sent them to "Slutty Dog" in her chat list.


    Jiang Xiaomian: "Thanks, hubby! It¡¯s so beautiful! {kiss.jpg}"


    Jiang Xiaomian: "To reward you,e home early tonight!! {shy.jpg}"


    At the top floor conference room of the Fu Group.


    Xu Lai, holding his vibrating phone, was sweating bullets.


    He had dodged a bullet!!!


    How could he let himself see something like this.


    But President Fu had said if there were any messages from madam, he needed to know, anytime.


    Today was the big corporate meeting. Fu Sichen hadn¡¯t brought his phone in, and just then, the madam¡¯s message came, and it was such an invitation.


    Xu Lai gritted his teeth and knocked on the door: "President Fu, you have a message."


    Fu Sichen¡¯s previously furrowed brows rxed slightly as he took the phone from Xu Lai¡¯s hand.


    Everyone below held their breath, fearful of enraging the boss further.


    "Alright, let¡¯s adjourn for now, we¡¯ll continue in the afternoon."


    !!!


    Everyone froze in ce.


    "You don¡¯t want to leave and continue?"


    "Rustle rustle..."


    Chairs moved as people stood up one after the other and soon, only Fu Sichen and Xu Lai remained in the conference room.

 Chapter 171: Personal Studio

    <h4>Chapter 171: Chapter 171: Personal Studio</h4>


    Fu Sichen tapped on the desk, "What¡¯s the schedule like for tonight?"


    Xu Lai looked down at the tablet in his hand, "There¡¯s a dinner with other Presidents about whates after..."


    Fu Sichen stood up, a hint of a smile quickly crossing his handsome face before he regained hisposure, "Cancel them all."


    "Understood, President Fu."


    Slutty Dog: [Looking forward to Mrs. Fu¡¯s performance, I¡¯ll definitely cooperate.]


    Jiang Mian saw the message while sitting in the nanny car. The corner of her eyes lifted, sly with a hint of blush as her delicate fingers tapped on her smartphone ¡ª


    Jiang Xiaomian: [It seems we¡¯ve run out of that thing at home, remember to stock up, President Fu.]


    Slutty Dog: [A new batch has already arrived, I¡¯ll bring it back tonight.]


    Certain personal items for him needed to be custom ordered, as he wasn¡¯t quitefortable with the ordinary ones.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s lips curved upwards slightly as she put away her phone, her mood quite good.


    "What¡¯s making you smile?"


    Luo Ting sat beside Jiang Mian, noticing her mouth corners that just wouldn¡¯te down.


    "I¡¯m in a good mood. Good tidings areing my way, and I have a feeling I could buy a lottery ticket today and definitely win."


    Luo Ting nced at her rosy-cheeked ancestor, "Why don¡¯t you leave some luck for usmon folk."


    Even winning the lottery wouldn¡¯t cover the price of that diamond on her finger this morning.


    Suddenly, Jiang Mian thought of something ¡ª


    Jiang Xiaomian: [Susu Big Baby, are you free this afternoon?]


    Susu Big Baby: [If you¡¯re being overly nice for no reason, you¡¯re either a thief or up to something. Spit it out!]


    Jiang Xiaomian: [Want to buy some stuff from your shop.]


    Susu Big Baby: [OMG!! You¡¯ve finally seen the light, wee!]


    Su Lixing may appear to be a bona fide rich girl, but secretly she ran a clothing store that also dealt in disposable products known to VIP customers.


    And the products were just right, both beautiful and practical ¡ª once you bought them, you¡¯d alwayse back for more.


    When Jiang Mian and Fu Sichen got their marriage license, Su Lixing gave her a big box of them as a gift, which ended up gathering dust.


    Su Lixing even scolded her for being clueless.


    Jiang Mian swore devoutly, "She doesn¡¯t need those things."


    Now...


    She hade around.


    Susu Big Baby: [I have many private treasures, and I¡¯ve designed a whole set in your size.]


    Jiang Mian: "..."


    True besties!


    Jiang Mian¡¯s personal work studio was on the 15th floor of the North City Center Building.


    The rent for such a location truly wasn¡¯t cheap.


    Yangyang came in afterward and couldn¡¯t stop eximing, "Oh my God, I feel like I¡¯m walking on gold."


    That this ce would be her future workce was astonishing.


    "Sister Jiang Mian, how much does this ce cost a year?"


    Jiang Mian took a look around, indeed President Fu and President Lin needed some serious praise.


    Her tone was light and airy, with a hint of nonchnce, "I suppose it doesn¡¯t cost anything."


    ??!!


    "What? Free?!!"


    Luo Ting and Yangyang¡¯s gazes both turned her way.


    "You¡¯re not going to say this ce is yours, are you?"


    Jiang Mian nodded, "Pretty much."


    MMP! (100+ screams omitted here!)


    Utterly opulent beyond humanity.


    "As I remember, when I got married, Fu Sichen¡¯s dowry included that several floors here were written in my name."


    "..."


    Luo Ting/Yangyang: In my next life, I must choose my birth more wisely!


    Half an hourter.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s personal work studio v: [Looking forward to your guidance in the days toe @Jiang Mian]


    [Wow wow wow!!!]


    [Mianmian has her own personal work studio now.]


    [Good riddance to that kind ofpany.]


    [Heartfelt congrattions!! Can Ie for an interview, I really wish to go!!]


    [Congrattions beautiful for escaping the rough seas, Jiang Mian we¡¯ll apany you on a flowery path.]


    ...

 Chapter 172: Broken Waist

    <h4>Chapter 172: Chapter 172: Broken Waist</h4>


    *


    "Ouch, you¡¯re finally here! I¡¯ve been waiting so long, the tea is all ready for you."


    Su Lixing immediately went up to greet the woman getting out of the car at the door, linking arms with Jiang Mian and leading her inside.


    Since her personal studio had just been established, Luo Ting and Yangyang had quite a few things to hand over, so they went to deal with their work first.


    Jiang Mian hadn¡¯t been to Su Lixing¡¯s ce for a while: "The renovations here are really nice, looks like you¡¯ve refreshed the ce."


    Su Lixing took tea from a server and passed it to Jiang Mian: "Here, your favorite."


    "Thanks, Miss Su, for such a warm wee."


    Su Lixing opened the door and entered another room.


    The decoration here waspletely different from the outside.


    One side was proper women¡¯s attire, while this area was filled with an indescribable allure and heartbeat.


    This sister¡¯s designs are getting bolder and bolder.


    But they are indeed quite beautiful, each piece having its own unique features.


    Su Lixing went in and picked out several sets of clothes: "All in your size."


    Jiang Mian touched one of the ribbons on a dress: "Are you serious?"


    With this fabric...


    "Su Lixing, have you used these on my brother?"


    She was dying of curiosity.


    "Get lost, get lost, they¡¯re all for you."


    Jiang Mian looked at the bundles of fabric, feeling a tightness below.


    Why did it feel like she was finding trouble for herself?


    At dusk, the glowing sunlight threw a different kind of beauty onto the silhouette of the woman in front of the floor-to-ceiling windows.


    Jiang Mian sat in front of the vanity mirror, admiring herself with a satisfied smile.


    That Fu Sichen, the lucky dog.


    Footsteps "tap-tap-tap" came down the stairs, and Jiang Mian¡¯s hand on the hem of her skirt unconsciously tightened.


    Is this maning back so early today?!!


    The next second, the door was pushed open, and the man entered wearing a ck shirt, with the top two buttons open revealing his perfect corbone, and his cuffs slightly rolled up, adding a hint ofzy sexiness.


    Fu Sichen¡¯s gazended on the woman in front of him, his thin lips subtly curved without a sound.


    "A reward?"


    This isn¡¯t a reward?!!


    ...


    The cool moonlight seemed to fall gently through a veil onto the windows in front of them, tender and enchanting, inviting one to indulge.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s eyes brimmed with tear traces, and a blushing beauty shone through her pale face.


    Fu Sichen bent down and whispered into Jiang Mian¡¯s ear: "I really like this gift."


    "..."


    If you didn¡¯t like it, I¡¯d twist your dog head off!!!


    Jiang Mian¡¯s eyes lingered sadly on the few scraps of fabric by the bed.


    They hadn¡¯t even warmed up before they were left as "bones."


    !!!


    Jiang Mian¡¯s sight suddenly blurred, and through the sheer fabric and the light, she could barely see the man in front of her.


    Dark eyes harbored rolling waves, unfathomable.


    "Fu Sichen..."


    "You!!"


    "Hmm..."


    Jiang Mian felt like she¡¯d need to scrub herself bald with all the bathing today.


    When Fu Sichen put Jiang Mian down, the woman clung tightly to the man¡¯s neck with no intention of letting go: "Mrs. Fu wants more?"


    As if!!


    "My back is broken...ow..."


    "Be gentle!"


    Jiang Mian hung onto Fu Sichen, not daring to move at all.


    She was injured.


    Fu Sichen¡¯s lips held a smile, his shoulders slightly quaking withughter. He pulled over a pillow and ced it on the bed to support Jiang Mian¡¯s waist.


    "Ahhh¡ª"


    Brought back to life.


    She red angrily at the man in front of her, who seemed to be rejoicing in her misfortune.


    Stillughing!


    And it was all his doing.


    "I¡¯ll call the family doctor for you, to apply some medicinal patches."


    "No way!"


    Jiang Mian sat up halfway, clutching Fu Sichen¡¯s hands.


    It would be way too embarrassing to have the family doctore because of a twisted waist from such an incident.


    !!!


    Jiang Mian¡¯s eyshes were wet with tears, her waistpletely twisted and immobile.


    Help!! The pain is killing me!!!

 Chapter 173: Hmm, I’m in Charge

    <h4>Chapter 173: Chapter 173: Hmm, I¡¯m in Charge</h4>


    Ten minutester.


    President Fu, Mrs. Fu has a slight lumbar sprain, and we¡¯ve applied an ointment," the doctor exined. "Here are the recement ointments, change it daily. Make sure to rub it until it¡¯s warm for better absorption."


    Fu Sichen nodded slightly, "Thank you."


    "Are you relieved now? You even insisted in bringing a female doctor."


    Chen Yanyu was a friend of Fu Sichen and a doctor who, after returning to the country, became fully involved in scientific research.


    He sometimes consulted for the wealthy families¡¯ young masters anddies, serving as a sort of family physician.


    He was about to go to sleep when Fu Sichen called him in a hurry, saying to bring a female doctor, he almost thought something had happened.


    Fu Sichen nced at the hand resting on his shoulder.


    Chen Yanyu immediately withdrew his hand¡ªwhat was with that disgusted look: "Don¡¯t do anything strenuous for the next few days, be careful. If you really can¡¯t hold off, it¡¯s not like you don¡¯t have ways to take care of it yourself."


    Fu Sichen¡¯s gaze was deep as he looked at the man beside him who wouldn¡¯t stop yapping, and said indifferently, "I¡¯m not like certain people, I¡¯m not a perpetual bachelor."


    Chen Yanyu: I¡¯m being disturbed, I shall leave.


    Jiang Mian was lying on the bed replying to Luo Ting¡¯s message.


    Luo Ting: "Take a look at Weibo¡¯s trending topics, it¡¯s heating up."


    Jiang Mian scrolled to the top trending topic #Linghua Reces Xu Yanzhi as Third Female Lead#


    It was basically fans of Xu Yanzhi causing a fuss, but neither the production crew nor Xu Yanzi herself had made any response.


    "Without any reason, they have reced our sister, we demand an exnation."


    "Has capital intervened again, huh? Don¡¯t find someone like the Jiang family¡¯s vase to ruin the show next door."


    Jiang Mian chuckled lightly. For such matters, she had to get dragged in too.


    Like owner, like fans, all the same.


    Luo Ting: "There¡¯s a red carpet event tomorrow that initially didn¡¯t invite us, but now, due to the drama team¡¯s situation, they¡¯ve sent an invitation."


    Between the lines, it meant attending the red carpet event tomorrow.


    Jiang Mian suddenly felt a pang in her waist.


    Jiang Xiaomian: "Can I take medical leave?"


    Luo Ting: "??? You think it¡¯s like school?"


    Jiang Xiaomian: "I have a sprained waist, just saw off the doctor."


    ...


    The next day.


    When Jiang Mian woke up, the living room coffee table was covered with gifts of various sizes.


    What the heck? Donkey-hide gtin, fish maw, bird¡¯s nests, sea cucumbers...


    They were all over the couch.


    "Auntie, what is all this?"


    "Madam, you¡¯re up. These are tonics sent over from various families to help you regain your strength and recover from your waist injury."


    Jiang Mian: "..."


    Felt like cursing.


    She should¡¯ve silenced Chen Yanyu¡¯s big mouth before leaving homest night.


    Now the entire wealthy circle would spread the rumor about Mrs. Fu¡¯s marital injury.


    Her phone started to vibrate. Jiang Mian nced at the caller ID¡ª


    She didn¡¯t want to pick up.


    After ten seconds, the ringing persisted, and she braced herself to answer, "Mom, what¡¯s up so early?"


    "Xuanxuan, your dad and I bought you some things; we¡¯ve sent them over. You¡¯re at home today, right? Have the housekeeper stew them for you to eat, and there¡¯s some body ointment..."


    "Mom, stop!"


    She could already guess what Ms. Jiang was about to say next.


    "About these kind of things, even your parents know."


    She might as well find a ce to bury herself alive.


    On the other end of the phone, Jiang Yutian was grinning from ear to ear, "Alright, alright, I won¡¯t talk about it. You and Xiao Chen be careful, health is the capital of revolution for young people."


    After hanging up, Jiang Mian angrily began typing on her phone¡ª


    Jiang Xiaomian: "Fu Sichen!!! Silence Chen Yanyu for me!!!"


    Jiang Xiaomian: "I¡¯ll be disgraced because of you, you¡¯re responsible!!!"


    Slutty Dog: "Mhm, I¡¯ll take responsibility."


    Jiang Mian: Dead, do not disturb.

 Chapter 174: Red Carpet Banquet

    <h4>Chapter 174: Chapter 174: Red Carpet Banquet</h4>


    *


    "Can¡¯t you and President Fu take it easy?"


    Luo Ting looked at the woman lying on the bed receiving acupuncture with a hint of helplessness.


    These two love each other with such intensity, and to think family marriages with no love involved could twist someone¡¯s waist out of ce.


    I don¡¯t buy it.


    Jiang Mian frowned slightly, her expression pained, "It¡¯s not me..."


    Clearly, it was that man¡¯s heavy-handedness.


    Like he was possessed, round after round.


    My poor waist is aching.


    Luo Ting sent a few messages, "We¡¯ve dyed your red carpet appearance for today, you¡¯ll walk alone, not with the crew."


    Jiang Mian had a reputation as a "red carpet assassin," and everyone was somewhat wary of her.


    Tonight¡¯s red carpet event was grand, with all the well-known names in the entertainment circle invited, and Jiang Mian¡¯sst-minute invitation was indeed a testament to her recent rise to fame, a momentum that couldn¡¯t be ignored.


    She started her own studio.


    She starred as the second female lead in the big IP "Linghua."


    There were also rumors of a coboration with Director Mu Yi.


    And her natural advantage was bringing in a steady flow of fashion resources.


    In short, it was the prelude to her impending stardom.


    That evening, she wore a white silk gown that perfectly outlined her waist, and the ruby pearl ne around her neck entuated her noble and bright beauty.


    "Remember, the reporters are definitely going to catch you and ask about Xu Yanzhi, so be careful."


    Given that she was going solo, Sister Ting was worried¡ªJiang Mian was straightforward and couldn¡¯t stand any nonsense.


    Jiang Mian admired her freshly applied nail art, her red lips lifted in a casual "Oh": "What does she have to do with me, even brushing against her I find unlucky."


    Luo Ting choked for a second.


    The youngdy¡¯s tongue was getting sharper by the day, just like her husband¡¯s.


    Being reced by Xu Yanzhi wasmon knowledge in the circle, with rumors also circting online, but there were no firsthand ounts.


    Many in the media were riding the wave of interest to uncover the inside story, but they couldn¡¯t find any leads. They probably wouldn¡¯t miss the chance to ask when they had the opportunity.


    And the first one they¡¯re likely to question would probably be Jiang Mian.


    The car pulled steadily into the red carpet staging area, and upon getting out, Jiang Mian saw a familiar figure.


    Yu Xinting approached and took her arm proactively: "Jiang Xiaomian!"


    It had been a while since theyst met, and Yu Xinting seemed much better.


    "You¡¯ve been looking rather radianttely, must be great dating a top star."


    Yu Xinting had been filming an idol drama with the rising star Bai Yu.


    Yu Xinting chuckled lightly, "It¡¯s alright, but that face of his is indeed stunning¡ªeasy to dream about, makes getting into character so much easier."


    "Baby Yu, it¡¯s our turn, we should make our entrance together."


    The man approached with grace, his bespoke suit perfectly fitting and elegant, highlighting his handsome andposed features.


    Bai Yu nodded slightly towards Jiang Mian, who responded with a smile.


    This sort of hype was indeed fitting for an idol drama.


    Jiang Mian hadn¡¯t expected her entrance to be so smooth today; there weren¡¯t any messy reporters around.


    Even Sister Ting couldn¡¯t always predict urately.


    Inside, the setting was luxuriously dazzling, the lights fell upon the crowd, glimmering and bewitchingly intoxicating.


    Bored upon arrival, Jiang Mian found a spot and yed with the stem of her champagne ss, her beautiful peach blossom eyes sparkling under the lights, drawing attention.


    This red carpet event was a gathering for the big shots, and it didn¡¯t really concern her much.


    Still, she was invited and didn¡¯t want to offend the organizers, so she thought of it as showing her face to mingle.


    "Alone?"

 Chapter 175: It’s Me, I Choose Him

    <h4>Chapter 175: Chapter 175: It¡¯s Me, I Choose Him</h4>


    Wen Qianning came over with a ss of wine in hand.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s beautiful eyes turned to her with a lightugh, dazzlingly bright, "Now that you¡¯re here, there are two of us."


    The two clinked their sses together, sharing an unspoken understanding, "Did you break your back resting these two days?"


    Jiang Mian pinched her own waist, "You could tell, huh?"


    Wen Qianning looked at the woman slightly sipping champagne, her side profile exquisite and beautiful, and said with a light smile, "Your man certainly has some skills."


    Embarrassing moments shouldn¡¯t be brought up too often.


    Suddenly, amotion came from outside the door, and everyone¡¯s gaze shifted in that direction.


    Jiang Mian and Wen Qianning exchanged a nce, a flicker in their eyes.


    "She sure is capable."


    At that moment, Xu Yanzhi entered arm in arm with Younger President Sun from Chenghuan Entertainment, all smiles.


    Wen Qianning lowered her voice, "I thought President Sun was interested in her?"


    Jiang Mian¡¯s voice was gentle and pleasant, with a carefreeugh, "Old grass isn¡¯t as tasty as the young one, why settle for the father when you can have the son?"


    Xu Yanzhi walked beside Younger President Sun, beaming triumphantly and casually greeting the people around her.


    It seemed she was going for broke.


    "Younger President Sun, is this your?"


    Sun Cheng held Xu Yanzhi¡¯s slim waist, "My girlfriend."


    "My apologies, I didn¡¯t realize she¡¯s Younger President Sun¡¯s girlfriend; you two do look well-matched."


    Wen Qianning murmured softly, "She¡¯s found a big tree to lean on."


    Chenghuan Entertainment had been very prominent these past few years, and a lot of popr stars were affiliated with it.


    Now that Xu Yanzhi was with Younger President Sun, as his official girlfriend, people in the circle had to give her face.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s eyshes fluttered slightly, her eyesnding on a figure standing at the back, and she murmured with pursed lips, "If it were me, I would choose him."


    Wen Qianning followed Jiang Mian¡¯s gaze.


    The man who entered was in a crisply ironed bespoke suit, his long legs straight and strong, with particrly good body proportions.


    Further up was a stunningly handsome face with a mysterious and ascetic air, dignified and elegant, charmingly tempting.


    President Fu?


    "I never expected the former Captain Fu, now in a different guise, to be even more outstanding."


    Fu Sichen back in the military days had wheat-colored skin and a military uniform that exuded a sexy, hormonal charm.


    Now, much paler, dressed in suit and leather shoes, he emanated the mature allure of a forbidden mystery.


    These two utterly different styles were clearly more captivating to women now.


    Wen Qianning¡¯s lips curved slightly, a hint of regret in her voice, "Sadly, he has a wife, and they seem to get along quite well."


    Fu Sichen¡¯s left hand rested on the button at the front of his jacket, the ring on his ring finger glinting under the light, impossible to overlook.


    Perhaps sensing the gaze, Fu Sichen looked up.


    Their eyes met.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s face heated slightly, her heart fluttered.


    This man...


    Why did he seem so charming today, and she had to be smitten by him again!


    Wen Qianning noticed and couldn¡¯t help but remark, "It¡¯s a good thing he¡¯s married, or otherwise, he¡¯d be a real disaster."


    Those deep, ck eyes could hook one into boundless downfall.


    Jiang Mian nced around,ughed lightly, "Indeed, married and still coveted by others, if he weren¡¯t married, he might wind up entangled by some femme fatale."


    Hmm??


    Wen Qianning nced at Jiang Mian, sensing something odd in her tone.


    Just as the two were whispering eagerly.


    Xu Yanzhi, arm in arm with Sun Cheng, walked towards them, this movement drawing the attention of everyone present.


    Everyone in the circle knew about Xu Yanzhi being reced, and Wen Qianning and Jiang Mian were the lead actresses in this drama.


    It looked like a spectacle was about to unfold.

 Chapter 176: Protecting Wife Online

    <h4>Chapter 176: Chapter 176: Protecting Wife Online</h4>


    "Sister Qianning, Jiang Mian, long time no see."


    Jiang Mian¡¯s red lips curled slightly, really, talking nonsense with eyes wide open.


    Was it a ghost she saw on set three days ago?


    Wen Qianning smiled faintly, "This is..."


    Xu Yanzhi leaned on Sun Cheng¡¯s shoulder voluntarily, a sweet smile on her face, "My boyfriend."


    "There was no hint of this before, Teacher Xu sure kept it tightly sealed."


    Probably just hooked up.


    Right now, all Jiang Mian could think of was Sister Ting¡¯s explosive expression. Since they weren¡¯t confronting head-on, then a passive-aggressive approach also didn¡¯t matter.


    Yet, Sun Cheng had to add, "Miss Jiang is indeed outstanding, but I wonder how her acting is behind that pretty face. It¡¯s a shame about our Yanyan, but I¡¯ve already prepared something better for her."


    ???


    Are you okay?


    Drawing this gun was your own doing, don¡¯t me me when you get hit.


    Jiang Mian couldn¡¯t help butugh, "The same goes for Younger President Sun, with such a big family business, Teacher Xu is bound tond a fine position."


    "After all, we¡¯ve all witnessed Younger President Sun¡¯s capabilities. The money from your investments has been flowing like water. Your father must be so willing to spare it."


    Not many in the entertainment circle may know Sun Cheng, but he¡¯s famously known as a wastrel in the world of the wealthy, never seeding in his investments, squandering money and womanizing like running water.


    "You!!"


    "Jiang Mian, what are you, watch out or I¡¯ll have you banned tomorrow."


    Xu Yanzhi leaned softly against Sun Cheng, lookingpletely dependant. She watched the drama unfold.


    Jiang Mian responded with augh, not angry in the slightest, her red lips lifting slightly, herughter crisp and captivating.


    This left the onlooking crowd dumbfounded.


    She was too calm.


    At the very least, she was facing the crown prince of Chenghuan.


    Although they were the ones who provoked the situation first, it looked like Jiang Mian would be at a disadvantage no matter what.


    "Teacher Wen has been hard to find, turns out you¡¯re here."


    In the midst of the awkward atmosphere, Lu Yunzhou stepped forward, standing next to Wen Qianning.


    "What¡¯s wrong?"


    "There¡¯s some stuff in the script that Director Ming said needs changing, he asked us to discuss it."


    Lu Yunzhou¡¯s voice was gentle and clean, an unparalleled gentleman of jade-like elegance, the best way to describe him.


    Wen Qianning looked at Jiang Mian with a somewhat worried expression.


    It was obvious that Xu Yanzhi had been whispering in Sun Cheng¡¯s ear, and from the looks of it, they wouldn¡¯t leave today until they¡¯d taken Jiang Mian down a notch.


    Jiang Mian spoke withzy indifference, "If you have business to attend to, then go ahead. I¡¯ll find somewhere else to get some air."


    Sticking with these two really confirmed what they said in the afternoon.


    Bad luck!


    "Jiang Mian!"


    "Jiang Mian."


    The next second, two voices rang out at the same time, one Sun Cheng¡¯s slightly angry tone, and the other a deep and maic voice from afar.


    Fu Sichen came to stand by Jiang Mian¡¯s side with an unhurried pace, his features highlighted by the lighting, looking extremely charming.


    "President Fu, why are you here?"


    "This feels like it¡¯s really going to escte into a fight."


    "Are you dumb? President Fu looks like he came to back Jiang Mian."


    ...


    Onlookers whispered in hushed tones among themselves.


    Sun Cheng nced at Fu Sichen. His expression shifted subtly, "President... President Fu, what are you doing here?"


    The man before him was really someone he couldn¡¯t afford to provoke. Whenever he went out to have fun, his father repeatedly warned him not to mess with Fu Sichen and his circle, especially in a situation like this.


    Fu Sichen¡¯s eyes were slightly cold, his gaze distant and chilling, making one shiver, "Looking for Jiang Mian for something?"


    He didn¡¯t pay any attention to Sun Cheng and went straight to the point.


    Witnessing Fu Sichen¡¯s dangerous aura, Sun Cheng got somewhat frightened and hurriedly shook his head, "No... nothing, President Fu. If you¡¯re looking for Jiang Mian, we¡¯ll give you space. We¡¯ll be on our way."


    No sooner had he finished speaking, he grabbed Xu Yanzhi and left.


    "Eh..."


    Just as Xu Yanzhi was about to say something, Sun Cheng covered her mouth.


    Their muttered conversation was still vaguely audible, "Don¡¯t talk, or we¡¯re done."

 Chapter 177: He/She is My Person

    <h4>Chapter 177: Chapter 177: He/She is My Person</h4>


    Jiang Mian hooked her lips and stared at Fu Sichen, raising her ss and nodding, "Thank you, President Fu."


    Fu Sichen¡¯s gaze brieflynded on Jiang Mian, responding indifferently, "No need for thanks."


    The woman in front of him had glistening eyes, and her exquisite and beautiful face was dazzling under the banquet hall lights.


    The two standing together had an inexplicably cold feeling to their hands.


    The extravagance of this red carpet banquet had drawn the close attention of media from all circles.


    And the joint appearance of these four had be a sensationalbination, quickly climbing the trending lists.


    [Oh my god, I can¡¯t take it anymore, what an immortal gathering!]


    [This pair of top celebrities is really something to relish!!]


    [These four look so much like high-society siblings, cold, proud, and elegant. I¡¯m already concocting a novel in my head.]


    [Mianmian is truly breathtaking, and she really gives off the vibe of a wealthy heiress.]


    [It¡¯s a shame that Chen Mian has an after-sale service, but s, President Fu is married, boo hoo.]


    [Married or not, I still feel that President Fu¡¯s look is special, there¡¯s definitely something there.]


    ...


    Fu Sichen sat on the ck leather sofa in the inner hall, his fingers with distinct knuckles twirling a silver lighter, his expression detached.


    "Tsk, still can¡¯t help but stand up for his wife."


    Su Yuchuan had seen everything that just happened.


    Only, in this kind of setting with the media watching, and with the news of Fu Sichen¡¯s marriage being public knowledge, taking a stand so rashly could easily allow those with ulterior motives tobel Jiang Mian with inappropriate insinuations.


    Fu Sichen spoke with a cold tone, his voice heavy, "She is Mrs. Fu."


    How could he let anyone bully her.


    Su Yuchuan was about to say something when he heard the man¡¯s next words, "She¡¯s my person."


    Fine, fine, your person.


    Dammit.


    What was supposed to be avish banquet now turned into a mouthful of dog food.


    With his legs crossed, Fu Sichen leanedzily on the sofa, "What¡¯s the deal with Chenghuan Entertainment."


    Others might not know, but Su Yuchuan immediately got the hint.


    That expression on Fu Sichen¡¯s face clearly meant that someone was going to be in trouble.


    "They¡¯ve boosted several famous influencers over the years, emerging as the ck Horse Entertainment Company. Younger President Sun isscivious, and Old President Sun isn¡¯t any better. Like father, like son."


    Fu Sichen¡¯s dark eyes were somber, his fingertips tracing the rim of a ss, seemingly contemting something; after a long moment, "Xu Lai."


    "President Fu, here¡¯s all the financial movement of Chenghuan Entertainment from the past few years, along with the information on all the shareholders, including investigations on President Sun and Younger President Sun."


    Holy shit??


    That fast!!


    As Su Yuchuan looked at the thick stack of documents on the coffee table, his jaw almost dropped.


    Impressive, as one would expect of someone capable of handling tasks for Fu Sichen. This efficiency...


    Fu Sichen picked up the documents and nced through them¡ª


    "Whoosh..."


    He threw the documents into a nearby trash can.


    !!!


    What on earth was President Fu doing!!


    Before Su Yuchuan and Xu Lai could react.


    "Click!"


    Fu Sichen calmly flicked open the lighter, and the documents in the trash can quickly turned into ashes.


    He rose slowly, leaving a seemingly weightless statement, "By eight o¡¯clock tomorrow morning, I want to see Chenghuan Entertainment lose at least eight figures, with their financial chainpletely copsed."


    ?!!!!!!!!


    Su Yuchuan stared dumbfounded at theposed man before him.


    He¡¯s gone mad!


    The man has gonepletely mad!!


    "Alright, President Fu."


    Xu Lai was all too familiar with such scenes.


    The Mrs is a treasure!


    Su Yuchuan watched Fu Sichen¡¯s retreating figure and slowly exhaled in relief.


    Thank goodness, thank goodness, they are friends, having watched over little sister Jiang Mian grow up together.


    Otherwise, it would¡¯ve been Chenghuan Entertainment¡¯s fate.

 Chapter 178: Stand Up for Her

    <h4>Chapter 178: Chapter 178: Stand Up for Her</h4>


    *


    "Now your powerful backing has really proven to be solid," Luo Ting received the news early in the morning that Chenghuan Entertainment evaporated an entire eighty-million in assets overnight.


    Chenghuan Entertainment is now like loose sand, and a few of her friends who work as agents there are now considering jumping ship.


    Jiang Mian smiled faintly, looking at the scenery passing by the car window, "What does it have to do with me?"


    It was just someone else¡¯s bad luck, showing off a bit before their own backing copsed.


    "Sister Mianmian, eighty million, oh gosh, everyone in our college group was going crazy discussing it yesterday, saying that Chenghuan Entertainment must have offended someone for them to disappear overnight like that."


    Yangyang also heard about it this morning from the group chat before confirming it with Sister Ting, and now he was pretty sure this matter was definitely rted to his Sister Mianmian.


    Rich people really y with money in such a thrilling way.


    Jiang Mian slowly lifted her eyshes, a hint of coldness in her gaze, "Some people like to y dirty behind others¡¯ backs; now they¡¯ll have to pay for the consequences of their own actions."


    What goes aroundes around, this was her principle in dealing with things.


    She just didn¡¯t expect Fu Sichen to handle it so efficiently this time.


    She had to admit, her luck in snagging men was pretty remarkable.


    Luo Ting looked at the woman in front of her with a slight smile and a happy demeanor, "Then you should really reward your husband well, show him some gratitude."


    Reward my head.


    Jiang Mian couldn¡¯t stand those words right now.


    She rubbed her slender waist, "This waist is the reward."


    Oh~


    Yangyang covered his ears, that¡¯s not something for a kid to hear.


    Online discussions about these incidents were bubbling up.


    [Xu Yanzhi just announced her boyfriend yesterday, and today Chenghuan is in trouble. Nobody could be unluckier than this]


    [Eighty million gone just like that; there must be a person behind this]


    [Definitely made some enemies, wasn¡¯t it said that Xu Yanzhi and Younger President Sun provoked Jiang Mian and Wen Qianning at the banquet yesterday?]


    [Damn! Is Jiang Mian¡¯s background really that formidable?]


    [Sounds scary, but if she were that powerful, wouldn¡¯t she have be Movie Queen by now?]


    [Fun fact, Jiang Mian hasn¡¯t been in the circle for even two years, and her resources are already top-level]


    ...


    "They¡¯re having quite the lively discussion, it¡¯s so eerie that nobody dares to link this incident to you," Luo Ting said, looking over Jiang Mian¡¯s schedule for the rest of the year. Missy is going to be busy.


    "Holy crap, holy crap, this is too explosive," Yangyang suddenly got excited, his hand trembling as he scrolled through Weibo, "Look at this! President Sun and Younger President Sun sure know how to have fun, so many women, and there are photos, oh my god."


    Jiang Mian also started browsing, her eyebrows slightly raised.


    Fu Sichen went all out, short of digging up the Sun family¡¯s ancestral graves, even discovering threesome scandals.


    Now the Sun family and Chenghuan Entertainment are probably going to vanish for good.


    Susu Big Baby: [Can only say damn! What great things has President Fu done for the sake of a beauty¡¯s heart]


    Susu Big Baby: [I want to get the inside scoop firsthand from the people involved]


    The photos on Weibo were mostly blurred or presented in an animated form to keep people on their toes.


    But the explosive details were still quite shocking.


    With it came Xu Yanzhi, who appeared in the photos, which unraveled a series of events.


    It turns out Xu Yanzhi had done quite a bit behind the scenes in the incident with He Qianyi and Jiang Mian, and also the leak about Mu Yi discussing a movie with Jiang Mian.


    [My god, the entertainment circle is in for a big shakeup]


    [Overnight, Chenghuan is gone, who is the big shot behind this?]


    [I can only say, really impressive, your circle is so chaotic]


    ...


    Jiang Mian replied to Su Lixing¡¯s message¡ª


    Jiang Xiaomian: [The concerned party went on a business trip this morning]


    She almost found out about the scoop at the same time as everyone else, and the central figure of the incident had left on a business trip early this morning.

 Chapter 179: I Cannot Disclose

    <h4>Chapter 179: Chapter 179: I Cannot Disclose</h4>


    Jiang Mian returned to the film crew to continue shooting in istion.


    Initially, due to a series of scattered incidents, the filming of "Linghua" had fallen behind Ming Lang¡¯s expectations by a lot, and now they had also reced the third female lead.


    The entire film crew was in a state of high tension; everyone was focused solely on filming.


    Jiang Mian felt as though she was about to copse from exhaustion this whole time; she¡¯d fall asleep as soon as shey down, utterly worn out.


    Up until Jiang Mian neared the very end of filming.


    "Sister Mianmian, something happened online."


    As soon as Jiang Mian finished filming a scene, she saw Yangyang looking somewhat nervous; she took his phone and scrolled through it.


    A notorious paparazzo in the entertainment circle had announced they¡¯d reveal a scoop about a popr star on a major IP drama set who had been secretly married for over a year.


    This stirred a wave on Weibo, which had been calm for over a month.


    While people might not believe other paparazzi, this paparazzo¡¯s scoops were renowned for being genuine and major.


    Thus, arge number ofizens had already gathered in anticipation.


    At the moment, besides "Linghua," no one could think of any other major IP drama set, and attention quickly turned here.


    Jiang Mian scrolled down, noting that besides guesses about Sister Qianning and Teacher Lu, her own name was also among the hot topics.


    She looked up to see Wen Qianning in the distance, who happened to look back at her.


    Wen Qianning: "Meet at the usual ce tonight."


    Jiang Xiaomian: "Okay."


    Luo Ting had also called her that afternoon, advising her to focus on filming and not to appear too frequently in public.


    If her rtionship with President Fu was exposed, everything would be ruined.


    From then on, the onlybel on Jiang Mian would be "Mrs. Fu."


    Even if she won the Golden Horse Award for Movie Queen, some people would consider it disgraceful.


    After finishing a scene, Jiang Mian went back to her room to wash up and changed to afortable T-shirt and shorts, then copsed on the sofa.


    Soon, a knock at the door was heard.


    Jiang Mian ran to open the door: "Sister Qianning."


    Her gaze fell on Lu Yunzhou standing behind Wen Qianning, and she nodded slightly: "Teacher Lu."


    Lu Yunzhou¡¯s voice was clear: "Sorry, I¡¯vee to disturb as well."


    Jiang Mian nced at Wen Qianning, saw her nod, and let them in together.


    She watched their departing figures with slightly curved red lips. Were they making amends?


    Once they sat down on the sofa, Jiang Mian went to pour some warm water for them.


    "You¡¯ve hidden the alcohol today, huh?"


    Jiang Mian nestled on the sofa, holding a pillow: "It¡¯s serious business today, better drink less to avoid any hindrance."


    Wen Qianning got straight to the point: "You saw what¡¯s online, they¡¯re pointing at our drama set. Narrowing it down, aside from me and Teacher Lu, it¡¯s you, Mianmian."


    This was also mentioned by Luo Ting to Jiang Mian in the afternoon; since the paparazzo had mentioned a traffic star, it could only be them, the others were not worth mentioning.


    "What did your managers say?"


    Wen Qianning and Lu Yunzhou looked at each other: "If exposed, we¡¯ll go public."


    Jiang Mian¡¯s delicate hand supported her chin, she nodded thoughtfully: "I can¡¯t go public. If it¡¯s me who¡¯s exposed, we¡¯ll try to intercept it."


    Jiang Mian had been upfront with them.


    "Right, after all, your husband isn¡¯t from the circle, it could affect everyday life..."


    It was more than that.


    If exposed, it could trend on hot search for days.


    Jiang Mian, being linked to influential figures in entertainment, finance, and upper circles, wasn¡¯t ready to take that risk.


    "But the word from management suggests it might be me and Teacher Lu. We¡¯ve been married for so long, if someone wanted to dig, they could probably find clues."


    Jiang Mian was about to say something when a swiping sound from outside interrupted her.


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 Chapter 180: Unknown Call...

    <h4>Chapter 180: Chapter 180: Unknown Call...</h4>


    Wen Qianning and Lu Yunzhou exchanged a nce.


    "No worries, it must be Yangyang at this hour."


    Apart from Yangyang and Sister Ting, who had her room card, no one else coulde in.


    And it was even less likely for hotel employees to enter privately.


    "Yangyang, why are you still up sote..."


    The door opened, and in came Fu Sichen, followed by Xu Lai and Yangyang.


    Jiang Mian suddenly choked.


    What brought this man here to join the fray at such ate hour!!!


    "Fu... President Fu."


    Wen Qianning and Lu Yunzhou exchanged looks, slowly rising to their feet.


    With a slight curve to his lips and a clear, calm voice, Fu Sichen said, "What¡¯s wrong, Mrs. Fu isn¡¯t weing me?"


    Fu... Mrs. Fu?!!!


    Wen Qianning and Lu Yunzhou subconsciously nced at the woman sitting on the couch.


    Jiang Mian abruptly stood up, pulling the man inside: "If you¡¯re sneaking up, then just sneak up. Why stand at the door, not afraid of being photographed?"


    Xu Lai and Yangyang followed in, making sure there was no one outside before closing the room door.


    Jiang Mian took the initiative to hook her arm around Fu Sichen¡¯s, her voice clear and pleasant: "Let me introduce, my husband who¡¯s an outsider to the circle, Fu Sichen."


    Tsk, tsk, tsk.


    Jiang Xiaomian really kept this well hidden.


    Who would have linked her with Mrs. Fu?


    Wen Qianning¡¯s mind was already struggling to catch up, while Lu Yunzhou was slightly moreposed: "President Fu, good to see you."


    Fu Sichen¡¯s lips parted slightly: "Mrs. Fu has been under your care these past few months. Thank you."


    "Don¡¯t be so formal, everyone take a seat."


    With Fu Sichen¡¯s arrival, everyone became more reserved; the man certainly had an impact.


    The group settled down on the couch, and Jiang Mian routinely asked, "What brings you here?"


    Didn¡¯t you see the inte news? Coming over at this time is like running into the line of fire.


    If you get photographed, you really will have to be Mrs. Fu.


    Fu Sichen lowered his head, ying with Jiang Mian¡¯s slender fingers: "I haven¡¯t seen Mrs. Fu for a month, not even a phone call, you little ungrateful one."


    ??!!!


    Damn, this tone made it sound like Fu Sichen was the one being aggrieved.


    In the background, Yangyang and Xu Lai unconsciously rubbed their arms. How is the air conditioning so low?


    All goosebumped.


    Jiang Mian stiffened; she hadn¡¯t seen him for just a month, yet it felt like Fu Sichen had evolved again.


    What kind ofnguage is this?


    So much for abstaining from decadent coldness and proud nobility.


    Jiang Mian focused on the man¡¯s side profile, the tall nose bridge, the casual fall of his slightly messy hair at the forehead, the dense dark longshes, adding a delicate sense ofnguidness.


    What a seducer at first sight!


    "Be serious, Fu Sichen, give the official response."


    Fu Sichen¡¯s sudden visit to the set was certainly not without reason.


    The man¡¯s expression became more reserved as he looked up at Wen Qianning and Lu Yunzhou: "As an investor, ¡¯Linghua¡¯ is nearing the end of production, and of course, I had toe check it out. As for Miss Wen and Mr. Lu¡¯s affairs, do you need any help?"


    Wen Qianning was somewhat surprised; she hadn¡¯t expected the decisive and ruthless Fu Sichen to say such things.


    But ncing at Jiang Mian in front of her, she quickly understood why.


    "May I ask for President Fu¡¯s opinion?"


    Xu Lai approached with a tablet in hand, politely saying: "ording to the information we have, it was Miss Wen and Movie Emperor Lu who were exposed by the leaks, and the paparazzi did manage to take photographs."


    Xu Lai swiped through the tablet, many of their intimate photos disyed on it.


    It must be said, the follow-up shots were skillful; many private itineraries of Wen Qianning and Lu Yunzhou were captured, even unknown to their agents.


    "Our side can provide the best public rtions. Our suggestion is to make an official announcement while the filming is winding down. On the one hand, it will increase the buzz for the drama. On the other hand, you can take control, catching the paparazzi off guard."


    "Both of you have sessfully transitioned in the past few years, and you can still participate in variety shows and movie productions without worrying about resources after the official announcement. On the contrary, the benefits of a husband and wife team may be even greater."


    As Xu Lai went on, Jiang Mian nced at the unruffled man beside her.


    Grandpa Fu really prepared an outstanding secretary for Fu Sichen; he even knew these scripts, handling multiple tasks alone. Xu Lai¡¯s six-figure monthly sry was well earned.

 Chapter 181: This Time I Will Be Careful…

    <h4>Chapter 181: Chapter 181: This Time I Will Be Careful...</h4>


    Wen Qianning and Lu Yunzhou exchanged a nce and nodded their heads.


    "We¡¯ll contact our agents right now."


    Wen Qianning looked up at Jiang Mian. "Jiang Xiaomian, thank you."


    "It¡¯s nothing, it was President Fu who helped you, not me."


    Although she said this, everyone knew in their hearts that the real intermediary was Jiang Mian.


    Otherwise, why would Fu Sichen be so benevolent to lend a hand?


    Capitalists aren¡¯t phnthropists.


    After their two agents arrived, the others in the room tactfully left.


    Jiang Mian quickly pulled out her fingers that were being toyed with and said irritably, "President Fu, isn¡¯t this acting going too far?"


    "Hmm?"


    !!!


    The next second, Jiang Mian found her waist grasped, and both of them sank heavily into the sofa.


    Fu Sichen gazed down at the woman in his arms, a smile curving his lips:"Genuine feelings, I¡¯m not an actor."


    He couldn¡¯t act.


    The man¡¯s breath grew heavier, and Jiang Mian sensed danger. "No, no."


    Healing bones and tendons takes a hundred days.


    Jiang Mian didn¡¯t want to experience again the overbearing parental care every three days or the nutritious soups every five.


    Anyone would think she had a serious illness.


    Fu Sichen lowered his head and kissed Jiang Mian on her red lips. "I¡¯ll be careful this time..."


    Careful my ass!!!


    Fu Sichen!!!


    Late into the night, Jiang Miany in bed with wide eyes staring at the ceiling, a flush of red at the corners of her eyes, her body weakly sprawled on the bed.


    It had only been a month; what kind of tonic pill had he taken to have such stamina?


    He almost swallowed her whole.


    Dammit!!!


    Can¡¯t sleep now...


    President Fu, you have no heart!!!


    At this moment, the heartless man stood by the floor-to-ceiling windows, making a phone call. The soft moonlight cast his silhouette on his body, noble and mysterious, making it impossible to look away.


    Fu Sichen still had such charm when standing, way too handsome.


    But at this hour and still making calls, President Fu was truly hardworking.


    A moment of sympathy for their employees.


    President Fu: Kiss wife.


    After hanging up the phone, Fu Sichen turned around to see the woman in bed wagging her fair feet, with a gaze alluring and deep, "Not sleepy?"


    As if she didn¡¯t know who was to me.


    I want to sleep too!!!


    She¡¯d have to show up to work tomorrow with dark circles under her eyes.


    Jiang Mian looked down¡ª


    She could order a new concealer, as tomorrow, the current one would be gone.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s eyes shed with resentment. "You¡¯re asking the obvious!"


    Fu Sichen chuckled softly andy back on the bed, drawing Jiang Mian into his arms with a voice low and husky, "You rmended Xu Yanzhi for the movie with Mu Yi."


    Jiang Mian smiled, "Yeah."


    Fu Sichen could find out about this matter with a simple check; there was no point in Jiang Mian hiding it.


    An actress tarnished with scandal would not let go of the opportunity handed to her on a te.


    Especially a movie under Mu Yi¡¯s banner.


    No matter the extent of the bold scenes, as long as it could bring fame and prevent her from leaving the industry, Xu Yanzhi wouldn¡¯t hesitate.


    Fu Sichen leaned against the pillow,zily ying with Jiang Mian¡¯s chin, "Mu Yi indeed has an eye for talent."


    He picked a female lead simr to the character in the movie: bold in love, vengeful, and one to exact revenge.


    Unbeknownst to her, the retribution would fall upon herself.


    "Thanks for the praise, President Fu. I believe Xu Yanzhi will bring him good luck."


    After all, at that time, Zhao Pingjian had only talked about signing an in-demand star from hispany; she had just meddled a little.


    Notoriety is also fame.


    Right now, Xu Yanzhi must be immersed in the joy of having apany contract and a movie production.


    This situation was good for everyone.


    "Um..."


    No more!!!


    Time to sleep!!

 Chapter 182: Someone Will Go in My Place

    <h4>Chapter 182: Chapter 182: Someone Will Go in My ce</h4>


    *


    The next day, the entertainment circle exploded!


    The hot search topped with #Lu Yunzhou and Wen Qianning are married# was number one.


    Followed by a "breaking" character.


    Right after that were several other explosive entries.


    [OMG!! There was a moment I thought I was still dreaming!!]


    [Waaaa, my ship is real!!]


    [Sisters! Me too, I¡¯ve finally waited until today!!!]


    [Step back, no harm done, blessings to the Movie Emperor and Movie Queen couple!!]


    [Holy moly! They¡¯re so perfect for each other, it seems like Paparazzi Wei was about to spill the beans on them, but they went ahead and made the official announcement themselves]


    ...


    Jiang Mian sat in the resting room browsing the messages on her phone, her red lips slightly curved.


    Their official announcement really was met with unanimous blessings, the small-scale meltdowns were negligible.


    It seemed that Xu Lai had been busy untilte yesterday, and early this morning he was inspecting with Fu Sichen.


    "I¡¯m telling you two, can¡¯t you be a bit more reserved and careful?"


    Luo Ting received the message and showed up at the film crew first thing in the morning.


    She had been helping Jiang Mian with her concealer for nearly twenty minutes.


    Cover one spot and then notice another.


    Jiang Mian had pale skin that was still a bit tender, a heavy hand would leave marks easily, now it truly was an endless task of concealment.


    If there was such a thing as a concealer barrel, it would be more practical to throw Jiang Mian into it for a soak.


    Jiang Mian wore the face of an innocent victim: "Fu Sichen did it, let him take responsibility."


    "..."


    Besides you, who dares with your husband.


    "You guys should be more cautious, too. You¡¯re in the spotlight now, and though it¡¯s Movie Queen Wen, it can¡¯t be guaranteed that the next paparazzo won¡¯t target you."


    Jiang Mian was thenmenting under Wen Qianning¡¯s official announcement Weibo¡ª


    Jiang Mian v: [Finally, I¡¯m not the only one eating dog food]


    Wen Qianning v: [Let¡¯s eat together!]


    [Ahhh, caught two beauties!!]


    [How does Jiang Xiaomian have ship vibes with everyone, I can¡¯t handle this! Can we submit our fanfics to them?!]


    [Movie Emperor Lu is already on his way with a knife]


    [BloodBall, do we have a couple¡¯s reality show? I want to watch them!!]


    [I just have a feeling that Jiang Mian is also in a situation]


    ...


    Jiang Mian was surprised to see thisment; howeizens¡¯ intuitions were so urate these days.


    It was quickly swept away by newerments.


    "There are always more solutions than problems."


    Jiang Mian hid herself very well using Fu Sichen¡¯s marital status as well as her eighteenth-tier status in the entertainment circle.


    Even if someone considered her connection to Fu Sichen, the thought was quickly dismissed.


    "Eh, isn¡¯t there an opening ceremony for Director Mu Yi¡¯s movie next Monday..."


    No one knew where Zhao Pingjian was now, and at the time of signing the contract he had stated he could represent Jiang Mian.


    Even if her personal studio had been established, that contract was still valid.


    Jiang Mian raised her eyes and smiled, the woman in the mirror was dazzlingly radiant, she said leisurely: "Someone will go on my behalf."


    Seeing Jiang Mian¡¯s expression, Luo Ting knew this ancestor already had a n.


    As for who the unlucky one would be, that would be revealed on the day.


    "Teacher Jiang."


    There was a knock on the door, a staff member popped in their head: "Director Ming said we¡¯re approaching the final scenes, so this afternoon there will be a small online livestream for ¡¯Linghua¡¯, and we need you to prepare for it."


    "Okay, I got it."


    The staff member conveyed the message and conscientiously closed the door.


    "Director Ming really knows how to grab the heat, being a director."


    Speaking of the biggest beneficiary of Lu Yunzhou and Wen Qianning¡¯s official announcement, it was Ming Lang. The attention and heat for the drama ¡¯Linghua¡¯ reached a new level.


    Even though they hadn¡¯t wrapped up filming,izens were already urging for quick post-production editing.

 Chapter 183: The Lie Detector

    <h4>Chapter 183: Chapter 183: The Lie Detector</h4>


    Live broadcast on site.


    "Sister Qianning, now that it¡¯s official, when can we expect the wedding candies?"


    Lu Yunzhou didn¡¯t shy away and actively wrapped his arm around Wen Qianning¡¯s slim waist, smiling, "We¡¯ll make up for it in the next couple of days."


    "Congrattions, congrattions!"


    "Thanks to Teacher Lu and Teacher Wen!!"


    "Alright, alright, the live broadcast is about to start. The makeup artist and stylist, check everything again."


    Ten secondster, the live chat room of Linghua¡¯s official Weibo ount went wild.


    "Hello everyone, I am Lu Yunzhou..."


    "Hello everyone, I am Wen Qianning..."


    When it¡¯s Jiang Mian¡¯s turn, "Hello everyone, I am Jiang Mian."


    "Hurry it up!! I don¡¯t want to watch self-introductions!"


    "I know all of you! Speed up the progress, speed it up!"


    There was a host on-site managing the event. After some introductions, everyone entered a small game¡ª


    "When everyone came in earlier, you were given a cup of coffee at random. Now please put on the cat ears in front of you and clip the attachment to your earlobes."


    Everyone hesitantly put on the cat ears in front of them, and the staff came forward to adjust them.


    Soon, the cat ears on Wei Zhouchen and the others on the set began to move.


    "This is an upgraded version of a lie detector. If you panic, your heartbeat speeds up or you hesitate to think, the ears will move."


    "The production team knows what they¡¯re doing!! I love watching this!"


    "Quite thrilling! I hope the questions won¡¯t disappoint me!"


    "Who knows! The movie queen and movie emperor exchanged a smile, it¡¯s too sweet for me."


    They truly did not expect the production team would go this far.


    Everyone followed the host¡¯s instructions and ripped off the sticker on the front of their coffee cups.


    !!!


    These questions...


    Everyone¡¯s facial expressions changed a bit.


    Wei Zhouchen asked Jiang Mian in a low voice with his own cup, "Sister Jiang Mian, what kind of questions do you have?"


    "Interesting things from the film crew"


    "Comments about the actor you are co-starring with"


    Jiang Mian nced at Ming Lang sitting below, was her luck really this bad??


    "Share a secret that nobody knows"


    "Have you thought about married life in the future?"


    What a difference in questions, the taste changed in an instant.


    Wei Zhouchen nced at Jiang Mian¡¯s cup, his look wishing Jiang Mian good luck.


    Firstly, it was Wen Qianning answering questions. She and Lu Yunzhou looked at their questions, then smiled at the camera, "Since it¡¯s all been arranged, I¡¯ll start."


    "Teacher Lu and I gradually fell in love over time, and after mutually falling for each other, we¡¯ve been married for over two years now. As for our future ns, neither of us have really thought it through yet, and regarding children¡ª"


    Lu Yunzhou continued, "As for children, I respect Teacher Wen¡¯s thoughts. Our love could lead to children, and our love might also mean not having any. There is no one right answer for this question."


    Everyone listened with a face full of ¡¯auntie smiles¡¯, real couples are indeed great to ship.


    Host: "Both are safely passed, no change in the cat ears."


    The barrage ofments went crazy.


    "My cheeks can¡¯t stop smiling AKF"


    "So sweet, real couples are indeed great to ship!!"


    "Hurry up and release Linghua, I must watch this drama!!!"


    ...


    When it came to Jiang Mian¡¯s turn, it was a different scene. She looked at the paper cup in her hand and swept a casual nce at Director Ming, her voice light and soft, "Director Ming, after shooting for so long, not showing any mercy?"


    Ming Lang: "It was their idea, today I am just joining in the fun."


    "It seems the question is explosive"


    "Hahahae on! It feels like Mianmian has a lot of tea to spill"


    ...


    Jiang Mian repeated the first question on the paper cup, and the crowd below was shocked, all eyes gathering on her.

 Chapter 184: I Am Very Rich

    <h4>Chapter 184: Chapter 184: I Am Very Rich</h4>


    Wen Qianning smiled beamingly as she stared at the woman beside her.


    No one knew the secret, and Jiang Xiaomian probably couldn¡¯t decide which one to choose.


    The news from yesterday had kept this couple up digesting it all night, and they were still a bit dazed.


    Suddenly, someone started spamming the live chat withments about carnival and sports cars.


    !!!


    The staff were all somewhat surprised. Which big shot was doing this?


    More than twenty in a row, without stopping.


    [What big shot has arrived?]


    [I¡¯ve seen "xx" during Jiang Mian¡¯s live stream before, also topping the charts]


    [Could it be a sugar daddy?]


    [Have you ever seen a sugar daddy spam like this?]


    Only to see Jiang Mian slightly curve her red lips towards the camera, with the cat ears on her head showing no change at all: "Mmm... I¡¯m very rich."


    ???


    The host was taken aback, "I don¡¯t know which kind of wealthy Teacher Jiang is referring to?"


    Those who work in the entertainment circle are pretty rich, with some earning millions a day for real.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s eyes curved: "That¡¯s the second question, you know."


    ...


    She¡¯s really sharp.


    [Jiang Mian¡¯s words are quite profound]


    [Remember the time when they were filming the variety show, that house full of antiques but she said they were rented fakes? I don¡¯t believe it]


    [I know! And Jiang Mian¡¯s aura really doesn¡¯t look like an ordinary person, that innate quality you can see right from her childhood]


    [That carnival big shot hasn¡¯t stopped at all, how many has he spammed by now, hundreds of thousands gone in minutes]


    The discussion in the chat became more and more animated, as Jiang Mian moved on to the second question.


    Her dark and clear eyes were smiling, her expression unchanged, including the cat ears on her head.


    A crisp voice fell: "No."


    Everyone wasn¡¯t surprised by this answer, but they felt a bit disappointed for not hearing something more interesting.


    Host: "Alright, congrattions to Teacher Jiang for also passing smoothly."


    [Mianmian is a woman who¡¯s into her career]


    [As soon as Jiang Mian finishes, the big shot leaves, definitely here for Jiang Mian]


    [Getting outraged for the beauty, haha]


    ...


    "President Fu, this live stream..."


    Xu Lai dared not breathe too heavily, hisdy certainly spoke with righteous conviction.


    President Fu¡¯s face was now fouler than the stinky tofu sold at the snack street next to him.


    Fu Sichen¡¯s voice was void of any fluctuations: "Turn it off."


    "Yes, President Fu."


    Xu Lai inexplicably felt sorry for his boss; thedy really should have paid attention to the top ranking brother¡¯s spam.


    "Sister Mianmian, how did you manage to say those two words without a change of face or heartbeat?"


    Yangyang had been watching the whole thing live on set, sweating for Jiang Mian, as the film crew had pulled off a clever move.


    They even had a high-tech lie detector set up, but to Yangyang¡¯s surprise, Sister Mianmian was calmer than ever in her expression.


    "Ah?"


    Jiang Mian, drinking warm water and browsing her phone, replied: "I¡¯m already living a married life, what¡¯s there to expect, and besides, there hasn¡¯t been any major change before or after marriage, right?"


    So that¡¯s how she understood it.


    "Isn¡¯t it?"


    Jiang Mian said with conviction, somehow managing to draw Yangyang into her reasoning.


    They had the perspective of gods; others didn¡¯t know about Sister Mianmian being married.


    Thinking about it, it seemed to make sense indeed.


    Makes sense.


    Two days after wrapping up the final scenes, Jiang Mian officiallypleted filming.


    "Congrattions Teacher Jiang!"


    "Congrattions on the wrap!!"


    Jiang Mian epted the bouquet handed to her by the staff and said thanks: "Thank you, thank you!"


    Even Ming Lang¡¯s face rarely showed a smile: "Jiang Mian, congrattions, you did very well."


    "Thank you, Director Ming."


    Jiang Mian had packed up her things at the hotel a day earlier and, after saying goodbye to everyone in the crew, had Sister Tinge to pick her up.

 Chapter 185: Tail Shadowing

    <h4>Chapter 185: Chapter 185: Tail Shadowing</h4>


    *


    In the car


    "I need to sleep soundly for three days and three nights once we get back."


    Thetter half of the month had been really tough due to Ming Lang¡¯s exploitation, and Jiang Mian felt both haggard and weak, needing serious replenishment.


    She leaned back in her seat, allowing her eyes to rx half-closed.


    Luo Ting nced at the schedule for the next few days. "Tomorrow is cleared so you can rest well, and the day after tomorrow, there¡¯s a magazine shoot."


    "There are a few scripts that came in recently, ¡¯Twin¡¯ for instance, a dual female lead detective story, I think you should take a look."


    Dual female lead.


    And a criminal investigation.


    Jiang Mian looked up as Luo Ting handed her the script, somewhat interested. "I¡¯ll check it out when I get back."


    "Ding¡ª"


    The phone, having received a message, started vibrating in session.


    The quiet group chat suddenly sprang to life.


    Pei Jingyue: "Whoa, seems like the outside world has drastically changed while I was away."


    Susu Big Baby: "Pei Jingyue! You finally got inte ess, what did you bring us this time?"


    Pei Jingyue: "Come meet me tonight to celebrate my return, everyone has to be there, the usual spot."


    Pei Jingyue was Jiang Mian and Su Lixing¡¯s childhood friend, the typical rich heir who preferred the thrill of adventure.


    Initially, his family was against it, but now they¡¯d stopped caring; as long as he remembered toe home, it was good.


    Not long ago, he mentioned going to a newly discovered ind for some research experience and ended up staying for over two months, nearly breaking his record for longest disappearance.


    During that period, Su Lixing and Jiang Mian were a bit worried, but then they recalled that the Pei Family had a Life Detector on him.


    If there were no alerts, they guessed the guy was probably somewhere without inte, and unreachable.


    Susu Big Baby: "Perfect timing, a certain superstar finished filming today, no excuses, we¡¯re celebrating together, no absences allowed."


    With a smirk, Jiang Mian looked down and typed three words: "Definitely there!"


    "Sister Ting, let¡¯s not go to Beijing Mansion, let¡¯s head straight to the styling studio and get a massage to rx."


    Luo Ting, sharp as ever, sensed something was amiss. "You have ns tonight, huh?"


    It seemed like a big deal.


    To think she would go for a massage and then to a styling studio, despite how tired she was ¨C who could be so important?


    "Childhood friend¡¯s back, haven¡¯t seen him in a long time, just going to meet."


    A guy?!!


    Yangyang¡¯s expression lit up: "Sister, is he handsome?"


    Jiang Mian casually flipped through Pei Jingyue¡¯s moments: "Not handsome, a caveman."


    A picture of Pei Jingyue showed him with a thick beard, wearing clothes that resembled those of native tribes, and messy hair; from head to tail, there wasn¡¯t a single clean spot to be found.


    Yangyang¡¯s lip twitched slightly, feeling a bit awkward: "Quite...primitive. That style is really rare."


    Jiang Mian put away her phone: "You get used to it."


    Apart from Pei Jingyue, Jiang Mian couldn¡¯t think of anyone else who¡¯d put such a decent-looking face through that much torment.


    "Bro, bro, bro, Jiang Mian! I found Jiang Mian."


    A paparazzo, idly carrying his camera and thinking about browsing the mall today, hadn¡¯t expected to bump into the currently popr Jiang Mian.


    He excitedly called his older brother: "It¡¯s really Jiang Mian. She seems to be here for styling, and her agent is here too, I¡¯m not mistaken."


    The person on the other end of the phone said something, and the paparazzo responded, "Then hurry up, bro, I¡¯m keeping watch here."


    His brother insisted on following closely; who knew, this might be their ticket to making big money.


    For money, they¡¯d cling tight no matter what.


    At that moment, Jiang Mian was still closing her eyes, enjoying the massage, blissfully unaware that she was being followed.

 Chapter 186: Secret Filming

    <h4>Chapter 186: Chapter 186: Secret Filming</h4><subtxt> *


    North City Private Club.


    A man sat on the dark leather sofa, his pupils ck as ink, perhaps due to a bit of alcohol, which added an imposing sharpness to his demeanor.


    He yed with a wine ss in one hand and flipped through his phone with the other, with most of the spirits in front of him already consumed.


    "What¡¯s with President Fu today, he doesn¡¯t seem to be in a good mood."


    Su Yuchuan shuffled the cards and looked toward the man on the sofa.


    Tsk tsk tsk, troubled by love.


    Jiang Xiaomian was indeed ruthless, speaking without any consideration for feelings.


    "Our President Fu, he must be missing a woman."


    Su Yuchuan surfed the 18G inte; he remembered clearly the live broadcast from a few days ago, no wonder he felt like drinking tonight.


    Otherwise, his wife finished shooting, he would definitely have rushed to relish marital bliss tonight, why else would hee here?


    Fu Sichen¡¯s gazended on the chat history on his phone¡ª


    Xu Lai: [After the wife finished shooting, she didn¡¯t go home. She went straight for a massage and to get styled]


    Xu Lai: [Seems like she took off in a car again now]


    Fu Sichen chuckled self-mockingly.


    Mrs. Fu really had no conscience.


    He poured more wine into his ss, his eyes slightly downcast, and sipped lightly.


    "Stop rushing me! My life is almost gone!!"


    Jiang Mian answered the phone just as she arrived at the entrance of the club: "I¡¯m here, I¡¯m here."


    "Okay okay, we¡¯lle down and wee our Miss."


    Su Lixing hung up the phone, and Jiang Mian walked down in her evening gown.


    Although it was a dinner gathering, the club was still a rather formal venue.


    From a young age, Ms. Jiang had trained Jiang Mian in manners; it was a habit etched deep into her bones.


    She walked straight in; the doorkeeper didn¡¯t stop her.


    "Wow! Jiang Mian! Haven¡¯t seen you in so long, and you¡¯re still descending from heaven like a goddess."


    Pei Jingyue and Su Lixing had alreadye downstairs.


    Jiang Mian gave Pei Jingyue a look: "Only your mouth is poor, so good at talking, too bad there¡¯s nobody to talk to on a deserted ind."


    Pei Jingyue stretched out his hands and hugged Jiang Mian: "Alright, a hug, it¡¯s been so long."


    Jiang Mian gave a symbolic hug: "That¡¯s enough, let¡¯s go sit in the private room and chat."


    The entrance was too conspicuous.


    "Holy shit, bro, did you see that? She hugged a man."


    "Shh! Quick, capture it, with this we¡¯re going to make a fortune."


    The paparazzi peeked out: "Let¡¯s go inside and shoot more, there must be more material inside."


    The paparazzi looked around: "Bro, this doesn¡¯t seem like a ce ordinary people can enter, can we blend in?"


    "Let¡¯s try."


    The two with cameras were just about to walk in like Jiang Mian when they were stopped by the doorman: "Sorry, you can¡¯t enter here."


    "Sister Ting! Paparazzi!"


    Yangyang and Luo Ting were about to leave when they caught a glimpse of the paparazzi being stopped at the entrance.


    "Jiang Xiaomian wasn¡¯t captured, right?"


    Su Lixing heard themotion and turned around just in time to see the paparazzi struggling at the entrance.


    She tugged at Jiang Mian¡¯s dress hem and whispered, "Move quickly, go to the private room, don¡¯t look back, there are paparazzi behind us."


    Jiang Mian¡¯s heart sank, and she hastened upstairs in her high heels.


    Seeing Jiang Mian hurry away, the paparazzi panicked a bit.


    "We can¡¯t let her go like this; we need to think of something."


    As the doorman lowered his guard thinking they were about to leave, the paparazzi quickly smiled apologetically and dashed inside.


    !!!


    "You two! Security!"


    "Damn, they¡¯re in."


    Su Lixing held Pei Jingyue back, blocking their way: "Don¡¯t just barge in ces like this, be careful or you¡¯ll end up sipping tea at the police station."</subtxt>

 Chapter 187: Husband, Save Me

    <h4>Chapter 187: Chapter 187: Husband, Save Me</h4>


    The paparazzi lifted his camera and snapped fervently at Pei Jingyue, "It¡¯s you, Jiang Mian¡¯s boyfriend, right? Snap it, snap it."


    "..."


    Pei Jingyue almost got sted to smithereens.


    Security was about to catch up, and the paparazzi shoved the two people in front of him and dashed upstairs.


    "No! Mianmian is in danger!"


    When Jiang Mian reached the corner of the sixth floor with her skirt in hand, she didn¡¯t know which private room to enter for a moment.


    They didn¡¯t rify which one.


    "Chuanzi, let¡¯s stop ying, go to the bathroom to light a cigarette and take a breather."


    Suddenly, a door of a private room in the distance opened, and a man came out.


    This person...


    Looks familiar.


    Chuanzi.


    Su Yuchuan?


    An idea shed in Jiang Mian¡¯s mind, and she walked towards that direction with her skirt in hand.


    "Look, it¡¯s Jiang Mian!"


    The panting paparazzi made it to the sixth floor, saw Jiang Mian entering a private room with her skirt in hand, and the two of them ran straight over.


    Inside the private room, everyone was surprised by the sudden appearance of a woman.


    Who is that?


    I didn¡¯t get a clear look.


    Jiang Mian scanned the room, her gazending on the familiar figure on the sofa: "Fu Sichen!"


    She didn¡¯t expect to encounter Fu Sichen here.


    She immediately walked up to him and grabbed his arm as if finding a lifeline, "The paparazzi are chasing me, husband save me~"


    Holy shit?!!


    Husband!!!


    Except for Su Yuchuan, no one else in the room knew what Mrs. Fu looked like.


    For a moment, they didn¡¯t know where to look.


    The woman¡¯s fragrance was overwhelming, hershes dropped, the corners of her eyes tinged with red, her breath slightly hurried, and her small face covered with nervousness and worry.


    Fu Sichen¡¯s eyes, deep as the sea, fixed on the woman in his arms, his expression slightly moved. Just as he was about to speak, the door opened again¡ª


    !!!


    "There¡¯s Jiang Mian!"


    Jiang Mian, startled, dived into Fu Sichen¡¯s arms and reached out to pull his suit over herself.


    Her little mouth muttered, "You can¡¯t see me, you can¡¯t see me..."


    "Fu Sichen, cover me well."


    Two paparazzi burst in, teeth gritted, now that their necks were on the line, they might as well go for broke.


    Maybe they could turn a bike into a motorcycle.


    Those seated were all influential figures, and the scrutiny from the pair of eyes staring at them made them tremble.


    How are these the people here...


    Until they saw the cool, indifferent face seated on the sofa, the light shining on his face giving off a slightly chilly air.


    !!!


    Fu Sichen!!!


    And the woman in his arms, that dress was all too familiar to them.


    The paparazzi rubbed their eyes hard.


    Holy cow, they weren¡¯t hallucinating, right?


    Is this Jiang Mian and President Fu?!!!


    Fu Sichen yed with Jiang Mian¡¯s hair, his voice somewhat cold, "Not taking pictures anymore?"


    The two paparazzi bowed their heads immediately, shaking them desperately.


    If there was someone in North City you didn¡¯t want to mess with right now, it had to be Fu Sichen.


    Stories of his methods were circted in secret, and they had heard plenty.


    Untouchable and utterly daring not to provoke.


    Fu Sichen pinched Jiang Mian¡¯s slim waist, lifted the woman horizontally, and walked straight towards the exit, "You all carry on."


    Xu Lai tactfully stayed behind; the paparazzi probably had photos of thedy and those needed to be dealt with.


    Just like that, the group watched Fu Sichen and Jiang Mian leave, and even when Su Lixing and Pei Jingyue arrived, all they saw were their retreating figures.


    The remaining uninformed folks gawked at each other.


    Wasn¡¯t that Jiang Mian just now?


    Right, quite a popr actress these days.


    Her and President Fu?


    Mrs. Fu??


    Everyone felt they had stumbled upon an incredible piece of gossip.

 Chapter 188: Solution

    <h4>Chapter 188: Chapter 188: Solution</h4>


    Jiang Mian had brought Fu Sichen to the club¡¯s seventh floor, where an entire floor wasprised of presidential suites, known to few outsiders.


    Fu Sichen set Jiang Mian down on the sofa.


    She breathed a sigh of relief, "I was scared to death, how could someone sneak photos of us."


    Despite all the nning, they had been targeted by two paparazzi.


    Jiang Mian hadn¡¯t expected those two to be so bold, but they were probably sealed off downstairs already.


    "I¡¯ll go down for a bit, you stay here."


    ???


    Was this man really abandoning his own wife?!!


    The sound of the door closing softly came through.


    Damn!!


    He really left.


    Meanwhile, in the lounge downstairs¡ª


    "Explorer Pei, you¡¯re finally willing to experience the mortal world."


    Pei Jingyue: "Brother Yuchuan, I just went on an adventure, I didn¡¯t ascend to immortality."


    Su Lixing, with tearful eyes, looked toward Su Yuchuan: "Cousin, they pushed me. What¡¯s going on with the security in this club? It¡¯s getting worse, letting anyone barge in."


    "If the front door wasn¡¯t enough, even your VIP lounge was intruded upon. What if you were discussing something important..."


    The two paparazzi panicked and hurriedly apologized: "Miss Su, we¡¯re so sorry, we¡¯re blind to greatness."


    The only one who could call Su Yuchuan ¡¯cousin¡¯ was the young Miss of the Su Family.


    The only ones unlucky enough to have been victimized by her charade were themselves, regretting why they had to push this youngdy in the first ce.


    The manager had hurried over as soon as he heard the news, wondering how such a big blunder happened so quickly.


    Disturbed President Fu, and it seemed to involve Mrs. Fu as well.


    Just like that, they had offended two...


    "President Su, apologies, our negligence. We will definitely give you an exnation for this matter."


    No sooner had the words left his mouth than a deep voice was heard from outside the door: "Leave the cameras, we¡¯ll inspect them and send them to the police station for some education."


    !!!


    The two paparazzi, frightened, bowed their heads to apologize: "We¡¯re so sorry, it won¡¯t happen again."


    They had thought the police station remark was a joke, but didn¡¯t expect it to be taken so seriously.


    Fu Sichen walked in, and no one present had expected him to return.


    Pei Jingyue was confused, wasn¡¯t this Jiang Mian¡¯s military husband?


    Why did everyone seem so scared of him?


    Xu Lai took the camera from their hands: "President Fu, I¡¯ve checked them. There are nearly 200 photos of Mrs. Fu from the styling studio this afternoon to the lobby just now."


    Su Lixing took another look at the trembling paparazzi.


    These paparazzi had impressive skills, snapping so many photos.


    President Fu?


    Mrs. Fu??


    Pei Jingyue lowered his voice and asked Su Lixing: "Isn¡¯t he Captain Fu? How did he be President Fu?"


    He has been offline for too long and had missed so much news.


    Su Lixing replied softly: "It¡¯s a long story, I¡¯ll tell youter."


    Fu Sichen took the photos handed to him by Xu Lai, the current page disyed a photo of Jiang Mian embracing Pei Jingyue.


    His dark gaze slightly deepened, then turned to nce at the two whispering people, before quickly looking away: "Delete them, check everything, send them off for some education."


    Xu Lai quickly understood, following the manager and security with the paparazzi downstairs.


    "Old Fu..."


    Su Yuchuan had just begun to speak when Fu Sichen had left again.


    What was going on?


    He came down just to delete some photos?


    Su Yuchuan nced at the curious expressions of others and coughed lightly: "Be careful with today¡¯s matter, you can never be sure with President Fu."


    Everyone understood, at least they knew Fu Sichen was not to be trifled with, and this included his wife.


    Meanwhile, Su Lixing was sitting beside Pei Jingyue, beginning to exin the ins and outs of the whole incident.

 Chapter 189: I Will Take it Seriously

    <h4>Chapter 189: Chapter 189: I Will Take it Seriously</h4>


    *


    The car was quiet, so quiet that Xu Lai driving it felt like tiptoeing.


    The atmosphere in the back was unbearably heavy.


    Jiang Mian was busily typing on her phone, using a certain man of being unnecessarily harsh¡ª


    Jiang Xiaomian: [Has Fu Sichen taken a vow of silence or what, not a single word?]


    Jiang Xiaomian: [And ditching his loyal wife, men really are fickle creatures]


    ...


    Su Lixing read through the barrage of messages and rubbed her head.


    Fu Sichen may have taken a vow of silence, but this youngdy seemed to have swallowed explosives.


    Thatment sounded a bit off.


    Susu Big Baby: [Maybe he saw the photo of you hugging Pei Jingyue]


    Susu Big Baby: [You know how jealous men can get]


    Like the man sitting next to her now, sour enough to die.


    It was just a drink with Pei Jingyue, purely coincidental.


    Jiang Mian fixated on the word "jealous", a flicker in her eyes.


    Could it be that he had seen the photo of her and Pei Jingyue embracing...


    Her gaze then shifted to the man next to her, emanating a cold chill.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s beautiful, lithe eyes shifted slightly before she suddenly plunged into Fu Sichen¡¯s arms, "Honey~ we¡¯re in North City and you didn¡¯t even look for me. I¡¯ve finished shooting and you didn¡¯t remember to check on me, I missed you so much."


    !!!


    Xu Lai instinctively wanted to m the brakes; having learned fromst time, he steadied his foot.


    Oh dear wife.


    Please, don¡¯t let me hear this kind of thing next time!!!


    I¡¯m just a poor employee, boo hoo...


    Fu Sichen put down the documents in his hands and gazed down at the soft, sweet woman in his arms.


    He scoffed, Mrs. Fu was quite the expert in striking first.


    Jiang Mian met Fu Sichen¡¯s deep, dark eyes, feeling empowered, and said innocently, "Is there some vixen out there that made my husband ditch his loyal wife?"


    Ditch?


    Fu Sichen chuckled deeply, "Isn¡¯t it Mrs. Fu who ditched her husband?"


    Me??


    When did I ditch him???


    Who is spreading these rumors?!


    She immediately thought to send awyer¡¯s letter.


    "Mrs. Fu, the rich often forget; let me help you remember."


    Fu Sichen could already anticipate the faulty memory of this little kitten.


    The next second, the familiar female voice filled the quiet car¡ª


    "Have you thought about married life in the future?"


    "No."


    He really left no room for sentiment in his response.


    Fu Sichen ran his fingers over the edge of his phone, quietly observing the woman in his arms, "Mrs. Fu, aren¡¯t you going to exin? Have you lost your husband?"


    Jiang Mian stiffened, slowly drawing away from Fu Sichen.


    Jealous, my foot.


    He was clearly holding grudges!


    Taking such things seriously.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s tone was irritable, with a yful whine, "I¡¯m already married to you, why think about future married life?"


    "They only asked that to test if I was seeing someone."


    Jiang Mian¡¯s eyes twinkled suddenly, a smug smile on her small face, "But they didn¡¯t expect me to have a handsome, well-built, wealthy husband, did they?"


    Xu Lai unconsciously sped up, better to get both his ancestors home sooner.


    It wouldn¡¯t do for the car to end up not going home.


    No wonder President Fu was a bit lovesick; his wife was beautiful and eloquent.


    Anyone would be lovesick.


    Fu Sichen¡¯s dark eyes stirred slightly, his well-defined fingers pinching Jiang Mian¡¯s chin, "Mrs. Fu, don¡¯t say things like that next time."


    Seeing that Fu Sichen had been cated, Jiang Mian¡¯s proud temper surged again, "Why not!"


    Fu Sichen leaned in and kissed Jiang Mian¡¯s red lips, "Because I¡¯ll take it seriously."

 Chapter 190: There’s No Such Thing as Simply Going to Work—

    <h4>Chapter 190: Chapter 190: There¡¯s No Such Thing as Simply Going to Work¡ª</h4>


    At three in the morning, Jiang Mian fell into a deep sleep.


    Damn it!


    This man is really hard to please.


    I almost reopened old wounds.


    Fu Sichen stood on the outside balcony, letting the wind sweep by, his calm, dark eyes tinged with a hint of coldness as he looked up slightly meaningfully.


    "Is everything taken care of?"


    The person on the other end of the phone replied respectfully, "Everything¡¯s been handled."


    "President Fu, there¡¯s one more thing¡ªOld Mr. Fu asked me to tell you that Mr. Fu ising back tomorrow, and the old man said to bring Mrs. Fu back to the old house."


    A trace of ferocity flitted across Fu Sichen¡¯s cool and noble face, his voice even, "Okay, I know."


    He hung up the phone, the evening breeze felt exceptionally chilly.


    *


    The next day, as the sun slowly rose, warmth spread inside the room.


    Two sleeping figures were faintly visible on the bed.


    "Bzzz¡ª"


    The phone on the bedside kept vibrating, Jiang Mian grabbed a pillow irritably and covered her head with it.


    A day off.


    Why is there still a phone call!!!


    The vibrating continued unabated, just as Jiang Mian was about to reach for the phone, it stopped.


    Someone finally got a hint and hung up, Jiang Mian rolled over, nning to continue her sleep.


    But the next second, she heard Sister Ting¡¯s excited voice through the phone¡ª


    "Jiang Mian! You were photographed by the paparazzist night! I couldn¡¯t contact you all night."


    "Still ying disappearing acts, we can¡¯t even get into the club."


    "Where are you now? I couldn¡¯t get through to your phone, my dear, what is going on!"


    Jiang Mian moved the pillow away; how did the phone answer itself?


    Before she could figure out the answer, she heard a deep and maic voice, "She¡¯s with me."


    "..."


    There was silence on the other end for a few seconds.


    Luo Ting: "President Fu, about Jiang Mian..."


    "She¡¯s still sleeping."


    "Then I¡¯ll wait a bit..."


    Jiang Mian reached for the phone, her voice still a bit hoarse, "Hello, Sister Ting, what¡¯s up?"


    Luo Ting didn¡¯t know where to start for a moment, "Last night, I couldn¡¯t get through to your phone."


    "It¡¯s okay, everything¡¯s been taken care of, don¡¯t worry."


    Luo Ting being so calm about this at this hour meant everything had been handled.


    Otherwise, it would¡¯ve been all over the trending searches, and she wouldn¡¯t be able to sleep so soundly.


    With Fu Sichen, Su Yuchuan, and even Pei Jingyue around, it couldn¡¯t have been easy to let a couple of paparazzi go.


    "You better keep a low profile recently, although the Movie Queen and Movie Emperor news has been officially announced, you¡¯re very much in the spotlight. Many eyes are on you, you surely wouldn¡¯t want to be exposed and then leave the industry..."


    Luo Ting knew exactly what Jiang Mian wanted, holding on to her lifeline firmly.


    "Sister Ting, don¡¯t worry, I¡¯ll definitely keep it low-key."


    After hanging up the phone, Jiang Mian closed her eyes again, nning to sleep a bit more.


    Wait a minute!


    She suddenly opened her eyes, thenguid and teasing man in front of her was almost smiling as he stared at her.


    Jiang Mian wrapped her hand around Fu Sichen¡¯s neck, her voice clear and pleasant: "President Fu, not going to work?"


    Fu Sichen propped himself up, teasing the woman¡¯s chin deliberately, "Work? Where¡¯s the fun in working¡ª"


    "You."


    Aah!


    Jiang Mian immediately covered her ears, but the word had already lightly settled into her ears.


    Such an unrestrained mouth.


    Fu Sichen sat up, not continuing with the joke, "Later, the Fu family¡¯s makeup and stylist wille over, we are going back to the old house today."


    Going back to the old house.


    Why the sudden return.


    "To meet someone."


    Fu Sichen¡¯s voice was deep and pleasant, but Jiang Mian faintly felt something was a bit strange.


    Couldn¡¯t quite put her finger on it.

 Chapter 191: Return to the Old House

    <h4>Chapter 191: Chapter 191: Return to the Old House</h4>


    Her thoughts were suddenly captivated by the cheongsam brought by the stylist.


    Entirely handmade with embroidery, each stitch intricately outlining the jacquard at the hem of the cheongsam, its in color elegant.


    Transparent pearls at the chest shimmered under the light, and the silver palmette pendants were subtly elegant.


    After Jiang Mian put it on, the design revealed her slim, snow-white calves through the slit on one side.


    Covering herself with a white fringed shawl, Jiang Mian gazed at her reflection in the mirror¡ªher eyes moving softly, yet saturated with a refined beauty.


    On her way to the Fu Family¡¯s old house, Fu Sichen barely spoke.


    Jiang Mian sent a message to Lin Chen, her head lowered.


    Jiang Xiaomian: "Brother, who else is there in Fu Sichen¡¯s family?"


    Besides Grandpa Fu, Jiang Mian seemed to know very little about his family members.


    Today, dressed in a cheongsam, she clearly looked the part of a refineddy.


    This man looked quite morose today, yet he hadn¡¯t seemed this wayst night.


    Lin Chen: "His father, his father has remarried, and there is a half-brother from the same father but different mothers."


    Lin Chen: "Fu Sichen and his father do not get along; just so you¡¯re aware."


    The slender fingers holding the phone unconsciously tightened.


    Inside the main hall of the Fu Family¡¯s old house.


    Old Mr. Fu, supported by a cane, was calmly drinking tea in the main seat.


    "Dad, you said Xiao Chen is getting married, how is it that we knew nothing about it?"


    Ye Zi continued, "Yes, Dad, after all, we are Xiao Chen¡¯s parents. We even had to learn about this from the inte."


    She felt a bit embarrassed and nced at her niece seated beside her.


    Fu Zerong stared down at his phone, nonchntly saying, "What¡¯s there to know if they are all abroad, and besides, my brother is already grown up. As long as Grandpa knows, that should suffice."


    "Xiao Ze! Watch your words!"


    Ye Zi red at her poorly seated son.


    How could she have raised a son who only ever thinks of outsiders?


    Old Mr. Fu sipped his tea, his brows and eyes carrying a hint of severity: "I raised Xiao Chen. You left cleanly back then, and didn¡¯t seem to care whether he lived or died."


    "This..."


    Fu Yin was suddenly at a loss for words, "Dad, you know the reason for what happened back then; I also had my unspeakable difficulties."


    Old Mr. Fu did not engage with his son¡¯s words but instead turned his gaze to the quiet woman beside him, his voice faint, "What does it mean for you to bring an outsider to the family banquet today?"


    "Are you trying to embarrass me?"


    Luo Xi bit her lip, her expression uneasy; she hadn¡¯t expected Old Mr. Fu to put her in such an awkward position.


    She nervously looked towards her aunt.


    Ye Zi held her hand to reassure her, "Dad, Xiao Xi calls me and Fu Yin aunt and uncle. Naturally, she is family. I watched her grow up. It¡¯s been a long time since west met when she returned."


    Fu Zerong¡¯s lips twitched, and from his phone came a sound of "victory."


    "We don¡¯t even keep in touch that often, how close can we really be..."


    Ye Zi red at her son again; what was going on today, always undermining others.


    Didn¡¯t this boy know to be nicer to his own cousin.


    Fu Zerong pouted, shrugged indifferently, and nced towards the door.


    "Grandpa, why haven¡¯t big brother and sister-inwe back yet?"


    Old Mr. Fu checked the time¡ªit should be soon by now.


    Uncle Wang nodded slightly, leaning closer to whisper to Old Mr. Fu, "ording to the schedule, the young master and the Young Madam should arrive shortly..."


    "Grandpa Fu!"


    A pleasant and melodious female voice came from outside the door.

 Chapter 192: Before the Storm

    <h4>Chapter 192: Chapter 192: Before the Storm</h4>


    "Here theye."


    Fu Jingcun beamed, leaning on his cane as he prepared to stand up, assisted by Uncle Wang.


    The others at the table also rose to their feet.


    All eyes were drawn to the entrance in unison.


    Jiang Mian, arm in arm with Fu Sichen, looked the picture of a loving couple.


    Fu Sichen leaned in slightly, whispering with a smile close to Jiang Mian¡¯s ear, "Mrs. Fu, there¡¯s no need to hold on quite so tightly for the act."


    "..."


    It seemed she might have overdone it a bit.


    Her lips curved into a subtle smile as she replied softly, "It¡¯s fine, the image is set firmly for today."


    After the pair entered, they brushed past the people below, and Jiang Mian stepped forward to assist Fu Jingcun, "Grandpa Fu, have you been waiting long?"


    Fu Jingcun looked at his granddaughter-inw, still as endearing as ever, his eyes creased into joyful lines, "Not long at all. You must have had a tiring journey. Grandpa has prepared a meal; it¡¯s all your and Xiao Chen¡¯s favorites."


    Jiang Mian¡¯s eyes sparkled as she smiled radiantly, "Really? Thank you, Grandpa!"


    "Big brother!"


    Fu Zerong, with great joy on his face, approached to greet Fu Sichen.


    Fu Sichen looked down at his much younger half-brother, his lips curving slightly, "You¡¯ve grown quite a bit taller."


    Jiang Mian nced over, and Fu Zerong stared at her for a long time. That face was so familiar, "So this is my sister-inw, so beautiful. You and my brother are truly a match made in heaven."


    Fu Sichen¡¯s half-brother seemed to be someone Fu Sichen did not dislike.


    And the kid seemed a little silly, afflicted with adolescence.


    Butpared to Fu Sichen, he certainly had a sweet tongue.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s lips formed a polite smile, "Thank you for thepliment, you¡¯re quite the charmer."


    "You must be Xiao Chen¡¯s wife, I am his mother."


    Jiang Mian noticed the sudden change in Fu Sichen¡¯s expression and took the initiative to loop her arm through his, her slender hand gently hooking his.


    The next second, a soft and lovely voice echoed in the main hall, "Husband, I remember our mother being very beautiful."


    Ye Zi¡¯s face turned sour instantly; she hadn¡¯t expected Fu Sichen¡¯s wife to be so sharp-tongued.


    Clearly, she wasn¡¯t about to make it easy for Ye Zi to save face.


    Just as she was about to speak, Fu Sichen gave her a figurative p in the face, "Yes, she¡¯s very beautiful, but this one isn¡¯t."


    Jiang Mian voiced a meaningful "Oh~," giving Ye Zi a top to bottom look, "No wonder."


    "Miss Lin, are you hungry? Let¡¯s go have a meal."


    Jiang Mian supported Fu Jingcun, and with Fu Sichen beside them, the trio headed straight to the dining room.


    "Stop staring; let¡¯s go eat."


    Fu Zerong scurried after them.


    "Husband, look at Xiao Chen and his wife. They¡¯re clearly not putting us in their eyes."


    Fu Yin watched Jiang Mian¡¯s retreating figure and found himself at a loss for words, as he had just heard his father call her ¡¯Miss Lin.¡¯


    Could it be...


    He soothed her, "Alright, let¡¯s eat first. We can discuss this afterward. After all, we don¡¯t know them yet. We¡¯ll introduce ourselves over dinner."


    During the meal, Fu Jingcun took Jiang Mian by the hand and seated her next to himself, while Fu Sichen naturally took the seat next to Jiang Mian.


    Luo Xi tried to sit next to Fu Sichen, but was quickly preempted by Fu Zerong, "Big brother, I want to sit next to you."


    Seeing that Fu Sichen wasn¡¯t averse to his brother, Jiang Mian struck up a conversation, "You¡¯re still in school, right?"


    Fu Zerong nodded, "High school. Sister-inw, my name is Fu Zerong, but you can call me Xiao Ze."


    Jiang Mian covered her mouth, giggling lightly, "You can also call me Sister Jiang Mian."


    Just as Fu Zerong was about to say it, he caught sight of his elder brother and quickly corrected himself, "No, no, that wouldn¡¯t be proper. I should call you sister-inw."

 Chapter 193: Battle of Wits and Bravery

    <h4>Chapter 193: Chapter 193: Battle of Wits and Bravery</h4>


    Fu Yin and the others walked in through the door.


    Fu Jingcun was the first to move his chopsticks, "Alright, let¡¯s all eat."


    Fu Sichen picked some hard-to-reach dishes for Jiang Mian, "Eat more, grandpa prepared your favorite."


    Although others at the table didn¡¯t speak up, their ears were all perked up.


    Jiang Mian smiled and nodded her head, "Thank you, husband."


    What¡¯s going on?


    Eating but still a lovey-dovey couple.


    Fu Sichen, don¡¯t get me involved.


    Not speaking while eating and sleeping is important inrge families.


    Before Jiang Mian married into the Fu Family, Ms. Jiang had informed her about several families, among which the Fu Family had the strictest rules.


    But since Fu Sichen¡¯s father¡¯s generation faced some issues, changes increased significantly within the Fu Family.


    Seeing this, Ye Zi teased, "Xiao Chen has been married for over a year, why is there no movement in madam¡¯s stomach yet?"


    "Young people should have children earlier, it¡¯s good for recovery, and we can help take care of them."


    "The old man must be eager to see his great-grandson too."


    Jiang Mian slightly pursed her red lips, not intending to speak first.


    The next second, Fu Jingcun spoke, "Why so much talk at dinner? Forgot all the manners after a few years abroad."


    Ye Zi choked, feeling somewhat aggrieved.


    However, Fu Yin by her side just kept eating, and instantly her appetite decreased substantially.


    Fu Jingcun looked kindly at Jiang Mian, "Miss Lin, don¡¯t feel pressured, we¡¯re not in a rush. I can live much longer, definitely long enough to see my great-grandson."


    Jiang Mian lightly nodded, "I know, grandpa. You will definitely live a long life."


    Fu Sichen nced at Ye Zi, a flicker of emotion crossing his eyes.


    After dinner.


    Fu Jingcun felt a bit tired and asked Uncle Wang to help him rest.


    Fu Sichen received an important call unexpectedly and stepped out to take it.


    Jiang Mian sat on the couch, head down ying with her phone, paying no mind to the few people in front of her.


    Jiang Xiaomian: "[I met the biological father and evil stepmother from the novel.]"


    Susu Big Baby: "[Fu Sichen, the stepfather (no biological father anymore), and stepmother are back, huh?]"


    Jiang Xiaomian: "[It¡¯s truly torturous; I can only be a non-contentious heiress.]"


    Jiang Mian curved a smile, typing on her phone, her eyes and brows slightly tired.


    She was full and wanted to sleep.


    Why is Fu Sichen taking so long on a call?


    Tired until dawnst night, her back is still sore.


    Jiang Mian just wanted to sprawlzily on a sofa and take a beautiful nap.


    Susu Big Baby: "[Just afraid some people like to stir up trouble.]"


    Just as Jiang Mian saw this message from Su Lixing, she heard a male voice, "Lin Xuan?"


    Jiang Mian, hearing her nickname, looked up, "Mr. Fu, what is it?"


    Fu Yin paused, surprised by Jiang Mian¡¯s cold response, then lightly smiled, "It really is you. I heard back then that Xiao Chen was betrothed to the Lin Family¡¯s daughter. Never thought we¡¯d have such fate."


    Lin Family¡¯s daughter?


    Ye Zi and Ye Luoxi exchanged a nce, understanding.


    Other than the one from Su City, there couldn¡¯t be another called Miss Lin.


    "Turns out it¡¯s Miss Lin, you and our Xiao Chen really match well..."


    Jiang Mian had lost interest in the ttery that followed.


    Sure enough, once there¡¯s a stepmother, there¡¯s a stepfather too, Su Lixing was right in saying that.


    It¡¯s just that the stepfather and stepmother in Fu Sichen¡¯s household are not to be underestimated.


    Especially today¡¯s silent woman beside him.


    Soon after, everyone dispersed to do their own things.

 Chapter 194: Two Slaps

    <h4>Chapter 194: Chapter 194: Two ps</h4>


    Mian hadn¡¯t been idle either.


    Thest time she came to the old mansion, she hardly had a good look around, so she walked along the pebble path and heard the sparse sound of running water.


    She followed the sound all the way inside and saw a rockery waterfall in the distance.


    "Xiao Xi, we really didn¡¯t know about this matter. When we brought you back to the country, we had thought about introducing you to Sichen. After all, the Fu Family is now in his hands. It would be best if you could marry into the Fu Family."


    "Only, we didn¡¯t expect..."


    Ye Luoxi pursed her red lips, her mind still filled with Jiang Mian and Sichen¡¯s loving appearance: "Auntie, you promised me that you would ensure I marry into the Fu Family. That¡¯s why I left behind all my admirers toe back to the country with you."


    She hadn¡¯t anticipateding over today only to be humiliated by Old Mr. Fu and left without a way to step down.


    She had never suffered such indignity since childhood.


    Ye Zi had a temper too, and upon hearing this, she immediately grew unhappy: "Ye Luoxi! Could the Ye Family have its status today if it weren¡¯t for me? Don¡¯t go around thinking you¡¯re the princess now."


    "Without me, you¡¯re nothing."


    Jiang Mian had wanted to walk further away, but their voices grew louder and louder, not bothering to lower their voices at all.


    Her beautiful and striking face curled into a smile.


    What a long life this had been.


    Dog eat dog, interesting.


    Right as Jiang Mian was about to step away, she heard the following conversation¡ª


    "Auntie, yes, you¡¯re right. If it weren¡¯t for you climbing up to the Fu Family, we wouldn¡¯t be where we are now."


    "Driving the legitimate wife into depression and angering her to death, so indeed having you in the Ye Family is a blessing for us."


    "So, I must marry into the Fu Family, even if just like you once did..."


    "p¡ª"


    A loud p resounded, and Ye Luoxi¡¯s head was stunned.


    The delicate handprint crisply marked her face.


    The two were somewhat clueless at the sudden appearance of Jiang Mian.


    Ye Luoxi looked up at the woman standing in front of her, the beautiful eyes glowing fiercely, not a trace of smile on her delicate face.


    She stepped back two steps, her expression somewhat fierce.


    "You? Hit me?"


    "How dare you hit me?!"


    Ye Zi hadn¡¯t expected Jiang Mian to be here, so their conversation just now...


    "Miss Lin, that..."


    Jiang Mian bypassed Ye Zi and backhanded another p on Ye Luoxi¡¯s face.


    Now the two p prints were symmetrical.


    Ye Zi was at least an elder, but Ye Luoxi couldn¡¯t help herself from retaliating, feeling justified as Jiang Mian.


    A cold smile spilled from Jiang Mian¡¯s red lips: "Who else if not you."


    Living a pampered life from childhood, Ye Luoxi couldn¡¯t stand such treatment and raised her hand to hit Jiang Mian.


    "Going to hit my wife?"


    Jiang Mian¡¯s wrist was suddenly grabbed and pulled backward, a familiar figure appearing in front of them.


    The air instantly solidified.


    Sichen¡¯s eyes were slightly deeper, his voice devoid of warmth: "You dare?"


    Ye Luoxi¡¯s hand froze mid-air.


    Seeing Sichen arrive, tears began rolling down her face, the bright red p mark on her fair face starkly visible: "President Fu, Miss Lin hit me first. Just because she¡¯s your wife, that doesn¡¯t mean she can bully people like this."


    Jiang Mian crossed her arms, hating this kind of drama queen the most.


    Even the angle of her cries was tailored to her man¡¯s preferences.


    Seems like she has practiced a lot.


    Sichen bent down and caressed Jiang Mian¡¯s palm, the tingling sensation making Jiang Mian a bit itchy.


    The cool fingertips were particrly soothing against her slightly reddened palm.


    The man said with some concern: "This has swollen..."


    Jiang Mian¡¯s brain suddenly jolted, his words sounding eerily simr to something he would say at night.


    She shivered.


    Bearing Sichen¡¯s burden almost changed her.


    What was she thinking, Jiang Mian?

 Chapter 195: Applying Medicine for You

    <h4>Chapter 195: Chapter 195: Applying Medicine for You</h4>


    Fu Sichen interlocked his fingers with Jiang Mian¡¯s hand, "Next time, just find someone to handle such matters. It¡¯s not worth hurting your own hands."


    Jiang Mian met Fu Sichen¡¯s calm gaze, her eyes brimming with emotion.


    "Xiao Chen, no matter what, you shouldn¡¯t hit people like that. Xiao Xi is a guest. This way of treating guests might damage your reputation."


    Reputation?


    Near the rockery, Fu Sichen¡¯s voice was chillingly harsh, "Does the Fu Family still have a reputation? You¡¯re not even qualified to talk about reputation."


    Before the Fu Family encountered that incident, its branches used to be quite close.


    Ever since Fu Yin¡¯s affair that drove Fu Sichen¡¯s biological mother to her death, the Fu Family had fallen apart.


    Had it not been for Fu Sichen¡¯s grandfather, who had supported the Fu Group up till now, handing it over to Fu Sichen,


    there might not have been a Fu Group anymore.


    "Just know that taking down the Ye Family only requires a word."


    Fu Sichen took Jiang Mian and left.


    But thest sentence he dropped left Ye Zi shivering all over.


    Fu Sichen.


    He had be more terrifying.


    No wonder after returning to the country, people said that the current CEO of the Fu Group was ruthless and that the Fu Group had transformed overnight, seemingly wanting to regain its position as the top group.


    What a pity it was that someone who grew up orphaned and neglected.


    Due to this debacle, the two of them went straight back to the Beijing Mansion.


    Inside the bathroom, the semi-translucent frosted ss was covered with water droplets.


    Jiang Mian immersed herself, with the white fog all around, barely hiding her beautiful figure.


    Everything Fu Sichen had experienced before...


    She looked somewhat mncholic, "Ah..."


    Howe she felt a bit of heartache for this man?


    Jiang Mian held her breath and submerged herself in the water, needing to clear her mind for a while.


    "Jiang Mian!"


    There was a knock at the door.


    !!!!


    Jiang Mian was startled, seeing the anxious Fu Sichen in front of her, then she looked down at herself.


    Ah!


    "Fu Sichen! Get out quickly, what are you doing barging in while I¡¯m bathing?"


    Seeing that Jiang Mian was energetic, Fu Sichen put her back, his voice lower, "I thought Mrs. Fu was upset by the afternoon¡¯s words and was trying to end it all."


    ???


    Am I that kind of person?


    Impossible.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s face was flushed from the heat of the water, her voice soft and nasally, "That Ye what¡¯s-his-name Xi isn¡¯t worth worrying about. I didn¡¯t even care."


    She only regretted not hitting her harder today.


    To actually curse such a beautiful and kind person to depression and death.


    Truly a venomous heart.


    Very wicked.


    Ten minutester, Jiang Mian exited the bathroom, steam billowing behind her.


    Dressed in a silk slip dress, her semi-concealed figure was outlined, her slender hands still misty, exuding azy air.


    She looked up at the man sitting on one side of the sofa, his bathrobe slightly open, showing perfectly aligned abs, clear and eye-catching.


    Jiang Mian couldn¡¯t help but swallow.


    Not always in the office, how are his abs so well-maintained?


    "Come here."


    Fu Sichen closed the file in his hand and picked up a yellow spray bottle, "I¡¯ll apply some medicine for you."


    Jiang Mian hadn¡¯t even thought a few seconds before the man gestured to her with his hand.


    Was this using the Beauty Trap?


    Jiang Mian walked over, and Fu Sichen held her wrist and looked down, a faint dark shade surfacing in his clear eyes.


    "Fu Sichen, be gentle."


    Fu Sichen paused in his movement, softened his tone, "Yeah, I¡¯ll be gentle."


    He opened the spray lid and sprayed it directly.


    "Hiss¡ª"


    "It hurts!"


    Truly swift, urate, and ruthless, the pain was deep in Jiang Mian¡¯s heart.


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 Chapter 196: The Magical "Dream

    <h4>Chapter 196: Chapter 196: The Magical "Dream</h4>


    Fu Sichen calmly put the lid away, "Learned your lesson about pain, huh? Next time you hit someone, remember to find some help."


    Jiang Mian¡¯s skin was already soft, and pping Ye Luoxi twice today was truly a case of injuring the enemy by a thousand and losing eight hundred herself.


    "There wouldn¡¯t have been time to find someone."


    Such unpleasant words were only heard by her. If her parents had heard them, those two with the surname Ye would definitely have been dragged off to be dunked in a pig cage.


    Fu Sichen directly picked up Jiang Mian, "Mrs. Fu, it¡¯s time to sleep."


    "p¡ª"


    The bedroom light abruptly went out.


    Jiang Mian listened to the rustling of the quilt next to her, and the warm breath swept over her all at once.


    Then the bedroom returned to its peaceful state.


    ???


    Today, Fu Sichen had an awakening of conscience.


    He actually wanted to sleep?!


    And it was the kind of obedient sleep at that,pletely indifferent to his vividly vibrant wife beside him.


    Fu Sichen, sensing the woman¡¯s movements beside him, wrapped his hand around her slender waist, his thin lips slowly curving into a smile, "Is Mrs. Fu feeling¡ª unsatisfied today?"


    Unsatisfy your basketball.


    Jiang Mian was about to fiercely p herself.


    What kind of mindset was this?


    She actually found herself thinking about giving Fu Sichen¡ª


    Hmph, sleep.


    Just as Jiang Mian¡¯s thoughts settled down, preparing to fall asleep,


    The strap on her shoulder unconsciously slid down.


    Huh???


    She reached out to pull it up, but couldn¡¯t manage to do so.


    What a dream, this was magical.


    Her beautiful eyshes trembled slightly as she struggled to open her eyes.


    !!!


    What kind of position is this?!!


    How did she end up on top of Fu Sichen?


    Jiang Mianzily yawned, deliberately saying, "President Fu actually has this kind of fetish."


    Just a moment ago he said sleep, now he¡¯s stirring people up.


    Must like the feeling in the dream, huh?


    Unexpectedly, Fu Sichen smiled, his crisp voice somewhat husky, "Yeah, just you move."


    ???


    This is like being an armchair boss.


    She only saw Fu Sichen¡¯s hands go limp, presenting himself as ready for the taking.


    What is this?!!


    The room¡¯s temperature was very low, and in the vague distance, the soft tones of a young girl could be heard¡ª


    "Tired..."


    "Fu Sichen!"


    ...


    Until the deepest part of the night, it fell into silence.


    *


    The next day


    Jiang Mian slowly woke up from the big bed, and as expected, the person beside her was no longer there.


    Only a faint woody fragrance lingered in the room.


    She was just about to sink back into sleep when a knock on the door sounded.


    Jiang Mian was the first to speak, "Auntie, leave breakfast there, I¡¯ll eat itter."


    "What auntie, I¡¯m your mother."


    ?!!!


    Jiang Mian bolted upright in bed.


    Ms. Jiang came?!


    Then another urgent knock on the door, "Hurry up and get up, no more sleeping, I¡¯m waiting for you downstairs in ten minutes."


    "Oh!"


    Jiang Mianzily acknowledged, rolling over in bed, the quilt wrapped around her in a swirl.


    Why is my own mother here?!!!


    After ten minutes,


    Jiang Mian sat obediently at the dining table, with Ms. Jiang and Old Lin examining her from head to toe.


    "Stop looking, you can¡¯t say anything about me, it was all Fu Sichen¡¯s doing."


    Just ten minutes to wash up was almost enough, there was no time left to apply some concealer.


    Fu Sichenst night was considered to be gentle, probably anticipating today¡¯s magazine shoot, guessing that wherever it showed, happened just by ident.


    Jiang Yutian¡¯s eyes curved into a smile, "I won¡¯t say a thing, I won¡¯t say a thing, your father and I are too happy to see the two of you so loving."


    Jiang Mian¡¯s lip corner twitched slightly, happy that your grandchild is a step closer to you guys.


    "Why have youe?"


    Always with the surprise attacks.


    Jiang Yutian, "Came to North City to handle some things, and by chance heard that Fu Sichen¡¯s father and that stepmother returned, have you met them?"


    Jiang Mian took a sip of soy milk and nodded, speaking indifferently, "Met them, yeah. Yesterday I even pped his stepmother¡¯s niece twice, my hand still hurts from it."

 Chapter 197: Jing Forest

    <h4>Chapter 197: Chapter 197: Jing Forest</h4>


    Jiang Yutian and Lin Shengqiang exchanged nces. "Have you seen a doctor for your hand?"


    There¡¯s nothing like the concern of one¡¯s own parents.


    "Fu Sichen applied medicine to it yesterday."


    Both of them knew their daughter probably had a bit of a temper, but she was not the impulsive, unreasonable type.


    They suspected that the other two were no easy opponents.


    Lin Shengqiang peeled an egg. "Look how thin you¡¯ve gotten. Eat more. If you feel wronged, just fight back. We¡¯ve got your back."


    Jiang Yutian said with a heavy heart, "Xuanxuan, that stepmother of yours is quite cunning. Be a bit more careful yourself. If worsees to worst, we aren¡¯t afraid of breaking the along with the fish."


    Jiang Mian bit into an egg. "I know, Mom. Your daughter isn¡¯t one to just suffer in silence."


    The ps she had given yesterday were also a warning to them.


    They probably wouldn¡¯t dare to make trouble for a while.


    The doorbell rang outside.


    Lin Shengqiang stood up to answer the door.


    It must be Sister Ting and Yangyanging to pick her up for the magazine shoot.


    "Ah! You... you are... the Lin¡¯s International Bank¡¯s... President Lin?"


    A woman¡¯s surprised voice came from outside.


    Jiang Mian chuckled softly; Yangyang was still making a fuss over everything.


    "Who is it?"


    "My agent and assistant. We¡¯re going to have a photoshoot soon."


    Soon Lin Shengqiang returned with a somewhat awkward Yangyang following him.


    "Go ahead with your ns; we¡¯ll leave first."


    Lin Shengqiang barely sat down before his wife pulled him up.


    Jiang Yutian pointed at her own neck. "Be careful."


    "I know, Mom. You and Dad be careful on the road."


    She stood up to see her parents out and then sat back down at the dining table.


    Parents??


    Yangyang¡¯s head was a bit slow to catch up. "Sister Mianmian, your parents are...?"


    "That was them."


    !!!


    Yangyang moved forward, pulling up a chair to sit down. "You¡¯re the heiress of the Lin Group."


    Oh, my God.


    Another huge scoop.


    Everyone knew of Lin Chen, the young master of the Lin Group.


    But this young mistress had hardly been seen by anyone; her identity was a mystery.


    Turns out she had her mother¡¯s surname.


    Luo Ting watched the marks on Jiang Mian¡¯s body and helplessly scratched her head¡ªliving together always leaves traces.


    *


    This time, the magazine Jiang Mian was shooting for was promoting a top-tier brand.


    "Teacher Jiang, I¡¯m sorry, there¡¯s been a bit of a mimunication with the venue."


    Jiang Mian¡¯s eyes lightened, the makeup making the corners of her eyes shimmer with finesse; her white chiffon long dress with scattered straps, elven ears and breeze-tossed hair ornament, all gave her the appearance of a woond elf.


    The staff member paused in his speech, momentarily mesmerized.


    "Do you need me to wait?"


    Realizing hispse, the staff member quickly nodded. "Yes, yes, and I can¡¯t guarantee we¡¯ll get it done today either."


    "Okay, I understand."


    Jiang Mian looked at the supervisor walking back and forth in the distance. "What happened?"


    Luo Ting wasn¡¯t sure either. It happened just as Yangyang came dashing over. "Sister Mianmian, it seems that this area, including arge private forest and garden, is privately owned."


    Jiang Mian frowned slightly. "Was this notmunicated before?"


    "The supervisor had no idea; he thought it had all been confiscated and didn¡¯t expect they wouldn¡¯t allow entrance now."


    A sudden thought crossed Jiang Mian¡¯s mind.


    When she had gotten married, she remembered several properties in North City, including one with a small forest and a garden.


    "What is this forest called?"


    Luo Ting and Yangyang spoke in unison: "Jing Forest."


    Jiang Mian stood up, lifting her skirt.


    "Where are you going?"


    Luo Ting grabbed Jiang Mian¡¯s wrist. From the look on her face, it was clear this was no simple matter.


    "Of course, I¡¯m going tomunicate about the rights to use this forest."

 Chapter 198: Delivering Afternoon Tea to Husband

    <h4>Chapter 198: Chapter 198: Delivering Afternoon Tea to Husband</h4>


    Back then, Ms. Jiang had stuffed her with quite a few things, saying they were good for her body.


    Now that she thought about it, they must have been precious items given to the Young Madam of the Fu Family by Fu Sichen.


    However, Jiang Mian had not really taken care of them, and now Fu Sichen still probably had someone managing them.


    "Wait for me."


    Luo Ting and Yangyang were speechless for a moment in front of the skyscraper.


    Wasn¡¯t it about the rights to Jing Forest...


    Why had shee to the building of the Fu Group?


    "Sister Ting, could it be!"


    Luo Ting gave Yangyang a slight nod.


    Seeing Miss mastermind both the purchasing of afternoon tea and a man¡¯s tie...


    The owner of Jing Forest seemed obvious now.


    Jiang Mian, wearing high heels, walked straight into the building, her makeup still fresh and donning a vibrant multicolored rose-print chiffon dress, radiant under the zing sun.


    The reception was instantly attracted by Jiang Mian, but s, she had already entered the CEO¡¯s private elevator.


    ! ! !


    There would be trouble.


    But the elevator doors had already closed.


    The receptionist immediately made a phone call to Xu Lai, "Secretary Mi, a woman has taken the CEO¡¯s elevator, and we couldn¡¯t stop her."


    A woman?


    Xu Lai unconsciously thought of Jiang Mian¡¯s figure.


    "Very beautiful?"


    Receptionist: "I didn¡¯t see her face clearly, but she has a strong aura, legs so slim and white, definitely a stunning beauty..."


    The more the receptionist thought about it, the more familiar this description sounded.


    It seemed like the description of Mrs. Fu circting outside.


    She suddenly nced at the CEO¡¯s elevator.


    Mrs. Fu wouldn¡¯t really havee, would she? ! !


    "Ding¡ª"


    The top-floor CEO¡¯s elevator doors suddenly opened, and Xu Lai, catching a glimpse of that bright and unrestrained face, immediately hung up the phone and straightened himself to greet her, "Madam."


    Jiang Mian walked past him towards the office, "Where¡¯s President Fu."


    Xu Lai respectfully guided Jiang Mian to a nearby sofa, "Madam, please have a seat. President Fu is inside, having a meeting with some executives."


    Jiang Mian looked at Xu Lai¡¯s nervous appearance and intentionally joked, "What¡¯s there to be nervous about? Unless the legitimate wife has encountered her lover inside."


    Xu Lai had never seen Jiang Mian visit the Group before; today¡¯s surprise visit was definitely a severe alert.


    She had also brought exquisite gift boxes and afternoon tea.


    He wiped the sweat from his forehead, "How could that be, President Fu has only you and his work."


    The next second, the office doors opened.


    Several neatly dressed executives walked out, still talking¡ª


    "Next month is going to be tough."


    "Who knew that project would be soplex..."


    Their voices suddenly paused, their attention captured by a stunningdy.


    "Madam, you can go in now."


    And so, the executives watched as Xu Lai carefully escorted Jiang Mian inside.


    Once the office door closed,


    The executives immediately pulled Xu Lai aside, "Mrs. Fu?"


    Xu Lai, ncing at the closed doors of the office, nodded, "Yeah."


    "So it¡¯s true what they say about Mrs. Fu being fair-skinned and beautiful."


    Xu Lai firmly took Jiang Mian¡¯s side, "Of course, it¡¯s true. Mrs. Fu¡¯s beauty exceeds so many in the entertainment circle."


    They believed it.


    Fu Sichen¡¯s office was sleek and clean, with a ck and silver color scheme, cold and mysterious, inadvertently exerting a bit of pressure.


    Jiang Mian set up the afternoon tea on the coffee table, arranging it meticulously.


    Fu Sichen took off his wire-rimmed sses, hands braced on his desk, silently watching the woman¡¯s movements.


    "Husband, I brought you some afternoon tea."


    Fu Sichen¡¯s lips curved into a slight smile, "Miss Jiang, if you have something to say, just say it."


    Miss Jiang? ! !


    This man was being so distant! !

 Chapter 199: Repayment in Flesh Is Possible

    <h4>Chapter 199: Chapter 199: Repayment in Flesh Is Possible</h4>


    Jiang Mian took a deep breath, for the magazine!


    She lifted her red lips, her brows and eyes curved, "I¡¯m not that kind of person."


    Jiang Mian stepped forward and pulled Fu Sichen down to sit on the sofa, "There¡¯s just a tiny little favor."


    Fu Sichen¡¯s brows and eyes slightly lifted, signaling her to continue.


    "That time when we registered our marriage, there were a few ces that I thought were troublesome, so I let you handle them. Today¡¯s photoshoot is at Jing Forest, and the person in charge didn¡¯tmunicate properly, so they won¡¯t let us in."


    Fu Sichen stared at the young girl in front of him, the delicate makeup at the corner of her eyes, and her ears that moved as she spoke, the very image of a little sprite out for a frolic in the forest.


    A fleeting smile crossed his face, his thin lips parted slightly, "You want Jing Forest?"


    Jiang Mian nodded obediently, her pretty peach blossom eyes filled with anticipation.


    "The documents in the second drawer¡¯s file bag all belong to you."


    Jiang Mian quickly sprang up from the sofa, pulled open the second drawer, and found a whole thick kraft paper file bag.


    A single pinch was all it took to know that inside were property certificates.


    Fu Sichen looked at Jiang Mian, whose eyes were brimming with joy, and smiled, "Mrs. Fu isn¡¯t joining me for afternoon tea?"


    Jiang Mian, resting her palm on the desk, standing on ten-centimeter high heels, her red lips slightly upturned, "President Fu, better find someone else."


    "Use it and throw it away, Mrs. Fu, this habit of yours isn¡¯t good."


    Their eyes met, and Jiang Mian¡¯s voice was clear, soft, and lingering, "President Fu can reuse, it¡¯s efficient."


    Xu Lai¡¯s hand on the armrest tightened, his mind already running through the most heartbreaking incident of his life.


    His face twitched as he forced down augh.


    Such agony!


    Fu Sichen resumed his dignified and elegant posture, his voice deepened, "Come in."


    "President Fu, the quarterly meeting starts in five minutes."


    "Mhm."


    Jiang Mian stood up straight and waved at Fu Sichen, "No need to thank me for a great favor."


    Fu Sichen watched Jiang Mian¡¯s smug little face with a smile that was not quite a smile, his voice unchanged, "Payment in kind is also eptable."


    !!!


    Jiang Mian, in her high heels, quickly left the office, feeling her ears getting hot.


    That afternoon, word spread throughout Fu Group¡ª


    "Really, really, really beautiful!"


    "She¡¯s so gorgeous it¡¯s almost blinding, I don¡¯t dare to look directly."


    "She even brought afternoon snacks, my goodness, who says arranged marriages aren¡¯t real love?"


    "Ahhhh why was I so busy today, I missed it."


    "In fact, apart from the top executives and the receptionist, no one saw Mrs. Fu today."


    "Today¡¯s quarterly meeting, even President Fu wasn¡¯t stern, pleasee more often, Mrs. Fu."


    ...


    The group chat went wild with discussion.


    In summary, their CEO¡¯s wife is fair-skinned and beautiful, like a celestial being descended to Earth.


    And she even personally delivered afternoon tea to President Fu; the couple seemed very affectionate, truly enviable to others.


    *


    In just two days, the photoshoot of Jiang Mian in Jing Garden wasunched across the major CBD malls.


    Under the sunlight, the young girl¡¯s bright and beautiful smile shone, her hair glistened, lively and spirited.


    "Insanely beautiful!!! Who says Jiang Mian only has one style? Come out and get hit!!!"


    "Tears are about to fall, I¡¯m driven mad by beauty for the first time."


    "The beauty of the entertainment circle isn¡¯t just a saying."


    ...


    For a while, Jiang Mian became the hottest topic of discussion on the entire inte, and her poprity soared.


    She became a sizzling hot ¡¯little flower¡¯ with a rapid fanbase growth that broke through thirty million.


    Luo Ting¡¯s studio phone was about to explode over the past few days.


    "Join a production, arrange for you to join a crew quickly!"


    Right now, the only standout work that Jiang Mian has apart from "Linghua" is not much else.


    She needs a good work to maintain this poprity and get the favor of high-end luxury brands; bagging an award would be even better.

 Chapter 200: Husband Is Getting Better and Better at It

    <h4>Chapter 200: Chapter 200: Husband Is Getting Better and Better at It</h4>


    Jiang Mian¡¯s slender fingers scrolled through the onlinements when she suddenly saw a flurry of @messages for her.


    [Don¡¯t look at these meanments, Mianmian!]


    [Don¡¯t look, don¡¯t look, please don¡¯t look]


    Meanments?


    Jiang Mian was intrigued and clicked on them¡ª


    [What¡¯s the use of being pretty if, in the end, she has to act in those kinds of movies, tsk tsk tsk, such a pity.]


    Movies.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s red lips curled into a faint smile, who would act is still undecided.


    "Sister Ting, it¡¯s Monday today, right?"


    "Yeah, it is."


    Luo Ting was still organizing some workflow processes when she suddenly pped her forehead, "You didn¡¯t mention it and I totally forgot. This morning an employee from Mu Yi¡¯s team contacted us to prepare for the start-up ceremony at 1 o¡¯clock."


    Jiang Mian¡¯s gaze fell just above her phone.


    12:59 just changed to 1:00


    The start-up ceremony at this moment.


    Mu Yi was beside himself with anxiety, "Haven¡¯t you contacted Jiang Mian yet?"


    The staff shook their heads, "Her agent¡¯s phone has been busy, and as for Jiang Mian herself, we don¡¯t have her contact information."


    "Director Mu, about this..."


    Mu Yi checked the time. "Forget it, just let the male lead go on stage, and as for Jiang Mian, we¡¯ll just say she had somethinge up and will join the productionter."


    Other crews might experience such issues now and then, where the schedules of the male and female leads don¡¯t match, but not often.


    However, at thest minute, there was no reaction from Jiang Mian at all, and Mu Yi couldn¡¯t shake off an uneasy feeling.


    "Let¡¯s wee our lead actor on stage."


    Only the male lead walked onto the stage, while the crowd murmured among themselves until Mu Yi spoke up, "Our lead actress couldn¡¯t attend the start-up ceremony due to a scheduling conflict, but she will join the productionter."


    Before he finished speaking, he heard a clear female voice from the crowd: "Director Mu, I¡¯m right here, aren¡¯t I?"


    Everyone looked towards the voice in the crowd.


    Xu Yanzhi?!!


    "Wasn¡¯t it said that Jiang Mian was the female lead?"


    "Yeah, how did it be Xu Yanzhi?"


    "I thought she was cklisted with all her scandals, and yet she¡¯s still appearing."


    Mu Yi¡¯s face turned sour at once, a thought suddenlying to mind.


    He had been set up!


    Xu Yanzhi emerged slowly from the crowd and walked onto the stage: "Director Mu, isn¡¯t it quite clear in the contract that I¡¯m the female lead in this drama?"


    Mu Yi stood at the front of the stage: "I¡¯m sorry, but this start-up ceremony is canceled."


    By the afternoon, news about the start-up ceremony had hit the hot searches¡ª


    [Please, that was signed by the ex-CEO of her formerpany without even asking Mianmian]


    [Yeah, Mianmian has turned it down many times already]


    [So the wicked get their due]


    [Deserving of a big round of apuse]


    The start-up ceremony ended abruptly, and Mu Yi announced on the spot that the production of the movie would be put on hold.


    Everyone had been gossiping about it for a long time.


    Luo Ting came over: "Mu Yi¡¯s call came directly to me."


    Jiang Mian put away her phone, her pale, slender fingers holding a fruit fork, her tonezy: "Don¡¯t worry about it, whoever dealt with it initially should handle it."


    Unfortunately, Zhao Pingjian, who had handled it, was probably in a ce without inte ess now.


    A great satisfaction.


    Susu Big Baby: [You¡¯re ruthless, just ruined someone¡¯s movie like that]


    It would be tough for Mu Yi to even think of shooting this film in the future.


    Jiang Xiaomian: [I also have to thank Miss Su for her help]


    This incident could bepletely detached from herself, only by pulling the strings of the Su Family.


    Susu Big Baby: [Your husband personally spoke up, of course my cousin would have to act]


    Jiang Mian¡¯s mood lifted a bit, as she skewered a piece of fruit.


    The watermelon today was quite sweet.


    Fu Sichen, this husband, was getting better and better at this.

 Chapter 201: The Bigger the Storm, the Pricier the Fish

    <h4>Chapter 201: Chapter 201: The Bigger the Storm, the Pricier the Fish</h4>


    *


    After the "Linghua" crew officially wrapped up filming, Ming Lang had already been urging everyone to work overtime on editing.


    They had to make sure it premiered during the winter holiday.


    "You¡¯re not even looking at the script. If you don¡¯t seize this poprity to shoot a few more productions, you won¡¯t have anything to watch next year."


    The emperor was not in a hurry, but the eunuch was.


    These past few days, Luo Ting had given Jiang Mian many scripts, but Jiang Mian had not shown any interest.


    Aside from business shoots, Jiang Mian truly did not have any scripts lined up for uing projects.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s gaze fell on a script in the corner of the coffee table, and with a graceful flick of her slender finger, her red lips slightly lifted, "I want that one."


    Luo Ting¡¯s eyes followed Jiang Mian¡¯s finger to rest on the cover of the script.


    !!!


    "Floating Life"


    Luo Ting¡¯s eyes widened considerably in disbelief as she stared at the woman before her, "Are you sure about this one?"


    The reason this script was in the corner was that it had extremely high demands in all aspects, and the lead roles had not been cast after a long selection process.


    There would be no issue with Jiang Mian taking on any of the other scripts.


    It¡¯s just that this one required much more consideration than "Linghua."


    It was the final work before retirement of Producer He Guang¡¯s brother, He Lei, whose movies under his direction always won awards, and whose film crews were always prosperous. But the requirements were also very high.


    Many movie queens and emperors had faced rejection when auditioning.


    Jiang Mian took a sip of the tea before her, "I want to try it."


    She could ept any other script easily because there wasn¡¯t any challenge.


    But this one¡ª


    It was said that the bigger the risk, the greater the reward.


    By taking on this film, it would skyrocket her to fame, and she wouldn¡¯t have to worry about other scripts in the future.


    Luo Ting understood Jiang Mian¡¯s idea and agreed, "Then I¡¯ll go negotiate for you and contact the staff on that side."


    A few minutester.


    Luo Ting hung up the phone, "It¡¯s all set. They¡¯ll notify you about the audition. Besides acting, you need to start losing weight for this role."


    The female lead in the script is initially portrayed as a frail beauty, inevitably invoking sympathy in the viewer.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s long eyshes lifted, her tone extremely light, "Hmm."


    This ancestor¡ª


    Was about to exert her powers.


    Luo Ting knew that Jiang Mian had always been very opinionated and had never failed to get what she wanted.


    This time, she hoped it would also go smoothly.


    The news of Jiang Mian preparing for "Floating Life" somehow got leaked.


    The online discussions about it intensified.


    [Jiang Mian just shot one slightly famous series, and now she¡¯s getting ahead of herself.]


    [It seems rather over-ambitious. Director He¡¯s dramas always feature very famous female leads.]


    [Right, she¡¯s at best a budding actress, how can she take on such a big IP production?]


    [It feels like ever since she started her own studio, it¡¯s been vacant. The studio¡¯s not working out.]


    ...


    "Xu Lai."


    Xu Lai hurried in, "President Fu, what can I do for you?"


    Fu Sichen¡¯s tone was heavy, as he mmed the tablet onto the table with a thud, "What¡¯s going on with these online messages? Is everyone in the studio overlycent?"


    Xu Lai¡¯s heart skipped a beat.


    "President Fu, here¡¯s the situation: It has been just half a month since madam wrapped up filming, during which she¡¯s been attending various business and brand events."


    "Now someone has revealed that madam wants to star in the renowned Director He Lei¡¯s final work, so online there are people saying madam is biting off more than she can chew, overestimating her abilities..."


    Xu Lai¡¯s voice grew softer as he lowered his head, fearing the look from his boss.


    Fu Sichen¡¯s voice was low and maic, "What movie?"


    "¡¯Floating Life,¡¯ it¡¯s currently in pre-production. They contacted us a while back to see if we wanted to invest."


    "Bring the details here for me to look at."


    Xu Lai¡¯s spirits lifted, "Okay."


    That day, when Xu Lai had asked President Fu about it, President Fu had said to set it aside and there hadn¡¯t been any further discussion.


    Now, for his wife, he would surely invest.


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 Chapter 202: Stop It, Wife

    <h4>Chapter 202: Chapter 202: Stop It, Wife</h4>


    Fu Sichen closed the folder in his hands, "By the way, buy a ticket for the flight to Su City tonight."


    "Okay, President Fu."


    Xu Lai stepped out and slowly exhaled.


    President Fu finally decided to return to Su City.


    Since his wife¡¯s filming had ended, if business matters weren¡¯t in North City, he went straight back to Su City.


    The two hadn¡¯t seen each other for half a month and President Fu¡¯s face was so cold he could probably freeze ice pops; how he had held it in was beyond knowledge.


    Su City


    "The current online public opinion really isn¡¯t easy to determine; it looks more like someone¡¯s malicious agenda."


    Not many people knew about Jiang Mian¡¯s involvement with the script.


    Now, it had spread that she wanted this script so much that she rejected all others.


    This kill-two-birds-with-one-stone strategy had offended everyone.


    Under the intense white light in the room, Jiang Mian¡¯s delicate profile seemed to be coated with a thinyer of cold light.


    "Ding¡ª"


    Her phone vibrated once, and Jiang Mian opened the message at the top.


    Lin Chen: [I checked for you, it¡¯s Mu Yi]


    Jiang Mian let out a low scoff, still holding onto the grudge from thest movie incident.


    Who knew the director could be so petty back then?


    "Sister Ting, about Mu Yi."


    "What?!!"


    Luo Ting¡¯s voice involuntarily rose a few notches on the phone, "He¡¯s held a grudge until now?"


    It seemed a bit petty for a man, especially a well-known director.


    Jiang Mian massaged her temples; these past few days with physical sses, acting sses, and scripts, her head was a bit sore, "Come to Su City tomorrow. Let¡¯s discuss a solution in person; the studio will reimburse your ne ticket."


    Luo Ting agreed, "Okay, there¡¯s actually a brand spokesperson in Su City that I was nning to meet tomorrow. After this incident, I heard from the spokesperson that they might want to slow things down today."


    "Okay."


    Jiang Mian washed up early in the evening andy down in bed to read the script.


    She had been going to bed very early these days to lose weight, as anyter and she would be too hungry.


    Late at night.


    The bedroom door was gently opened.


    The man stepped forward, watching the woman on the bed breathing gently, her distinct jawline, slightly curled long eyshes, and moist tender lips irresistibly tempting to him.


    She had lost so much weight after not seeing her for half a month.


    His gaze then fell on the script in the woman¡¯s hand, his deep ck eyes thoughtful.


    After a while, the man got up and entered the bathroom.


    Under the night sky, the clear moonlight was soft and bright, scattering mottled istion on the floor.


    The next day.


    Jiang Mian woke up from her dreams, her eyshes trembling, staring nkly in front of her for a long time.


    Then¡ª


    Ah!!!


    She abruptly sat up.


    Why was there an extra hand around her waist!!


    "Stop fussing, wife."


    ?!!!


    Jiang Mian turned to look at the man lying on the pillow.


    Fu Sichen?!!


    Fu Sichen¡¯s deep ck eyes were tinged with red blood vessels, his voice tired and hoarse, "Sleep a bit more."


    The hand around her waist tightened slightly, pulling her down directly into the man¡¯s embrace.


    "How did you get here?"


    Fu Sichen¡¯s eyes faintly veiled, his tonezy with a hint of sleepiness, "I missed you."


    Jiang Mian stiffened all over.


    Her goosebumps rose; she was only revisited once every half a month, wasn¡¯t she?


    At ten o¡¯clock sharp.


    Jiang Mian and Fu Sichen finally came downstairs, dragging their feet.


    Three people sat very constrainedly in the living room.


    Jiang Mian looked puzzled, "How did you find this ce?"


    This time back in Su City, she didn¡¯t stay in Sujing Garden but chose to stay at Lake Vi, which was even bigger than Sujing Garden, mainly because the security measures were very strict, normally not even a fly could get in.


    Let alone a person.


    Lake Vi was like a maze; without someone leading, how could one find the way?

 Chapter 203: Starting with Post-Meal Exercise

    <h4>Chapter 203: Chapter 203: Starting with Post-Meal Exercise</h4>


    "Up already?"


    ?!!


    Jiang Mian almost passed out in Fu Sichen¡¯s arms.


    How did Ms. Jiang end up springing another surprise?


    From the kitchen, Jiang Yutian brought out some breakfast: "I just ran into them at the door and brought them in."


    Jiang Mian looked at the three people sitting upright on the couch andughed, "Why are you all speaking so little today?"


    The kids were scared.


    At that time, Luo Ting was still worried about Jiang Mian going back to Su City alone, in case being photographed might not be very good.


    But then this youngdy said she was going back to Su City to live in her new home; not to mention being photographed, she hardly saw anyone.


    Well, today she knew.


    Lake Vi was entirely a private vi; aside from Ms. Jiang bringing them in by car, the entire vi was surrounded by theke, with several artificial hills with flowing water in the back.


    Not far away, there was argewn with two private nes parked on it.


    In short, what they saw was probably just a small part of the center.


    Lake Vi, if taken as a scenic spot, could be explored for a whole day without necessarily seeing everything.


    Don¡¯t mention Yangyang, even Luo Ting was a bit anxious.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s hardest days were probably the over a year she spent in the entertainment circle.


    She really had it tough.


    Jiang Yutian brought out several sets of dishes and utensils: "Alright, everyonee to eat. Don¡¯t be shy, eat together."


    "Stop daydreaming, let¡¯s eat together."


    If they didn¡¯t eat, these three could sit on the couch all day.


    Fu Sichen poured some milk for Jiang Mian and Jiang Yutian.


    Jiang Mian took a sip: "Where¡¯s Old Lin, didn¡¯t hee with you?"


    Jiang Yutian took off her apron: "How could he, he¡¯s inside ying golf."


    "Xiao Chen, drink on your own, I¡¯m going to find your father-inw first. The two of us need to go abroad for a while, using your private ne."


    Jiang Mian almost choked on her egg.


    She knew her mother¡¯s cooking was up to no good.


    Fu Sichen stood up to see off Jiang Yutian, "Do you need a pilot? If needed..."


    "No need, we brought one with us. You guys eat well, and also Xuanxuan, if you lose any more weight, it will be too much. If you haven¡¯t gained weight by the time Ie back from abroad, I¡¯ll kidnap you back home to be your wealthy wife."


    "Mom, if you don¡¯t leave now, you¡¯ll miss your show abroad."


    Jiang Yutian checked the time: "Right right right, I¡¯m leaving first. Enjoy your meal."


    After Fu Sichen sat down, he took out a card from nowhere and ced it on the table.


    ???


    "What are you giving me this for?"


    As if making idle conversation, Fu Sichen took a sip of water: "Pocket money."


    The three people in front of him were shocked!


    The ck gold card on the table had a credit line starting from nine digits.


    Mom, nine digits of pocket money.


    When can such extravagant wealth fall into their ownp?


    Jiang Mian paused for a few seconds, immediately took the card, and smiled beautifully, "Thank you, husband. My whole day today is yours, we can do anything."


    Fu Sichen¡¯s lips slightly curved, Mrs. Fu¡¯s greediness really was...


    "Let¡¯s start from the post-meal exercise."


    !!!!


    The three of them should probably leave.


    In front of others, Jiang Mian¡¯s face flushed at what Fu Sichen had said and she instinctively blurted out, "Shameless."


    The atmosphere around the dining table grew increasingly strange.


    Xu Lai was the first to stand up: "President Fu, Mrs. Fu, I just remembered some work I haven¡¯t dealt with yet, I will head back first."


    Luo Ting, pulling Yangyang along, immediately stood up, "I¡¯m going to talk to the person in charge about a cooperation matter."


    The three of them rushed out, leaving only a gentle knock on the door behind.

 Chapter 204: Thank You

    <h4>Chapter 204: Chapter 204: Thank You</h4>


    "Mrs. Fu, let¡¯s take a walk after dinner to aid digestion."


    !!!!


    Mommy!! Help!!


    She hadn¡¯t seen him for a year before and it wasn¡¯t like this.


    How could it be just half a month...


    Jiang Mian¡¯s beautiful eyes misted over with a thinyer of moisture, and the morning sunlight seemed somewhat diffused...


    Jiang Xiaomian: "Let¡¯s go out day after tomorrow instead."


    Su Lixing waspletely confused, wasn¡¯t it said at noon that they were going out to have fun tomorrow?


    What about the funds in hand, the blissful life of luxury and decadence.


    Jiang Xiaomian: "I can¡¯t get out of bed, thanks."


    Who could have thought that Fu Sichen would be able from morning till night, even remembering to cook lunch in between.


    That¡¯s too tyrannical!!!


    Susu Big Baby: "Okay, see you day after tomorrow."


    As soon as Jiang Mian put down her phone, she received another message from Su Lixing.


    Susu Big Baby: "If I may ask so boldly, the medicine?"


    Jiang Xiaomian: "You can go now!!"


    Fu Sichen came out of the bathroom, cotton swab and ointment in hand.


    !!!!


    The cool fingers of the man gently grasped her delicate ankle.


    Jiang Mian shuddered, and her phone dropped under the bed.


    "I¡¯m going to apply the medicine."


    Jiang Mian¡¯s lips twitched, her eyes still red, her voice somewhat hoarse, "Do I have to..."


    "How else will you go out to y?"


    ...


    Jiang Mian had no choice but topromise.


    A cool sensation shot through her nerves, "Is it done?"


    "It¡¯s done."


    Fu Sichen tossed aside the cotton swab and climbed into bed, pulling Jiang Mian into his embrace, "I¡¯ll be gentler next time."


    "..."


    Sleep!!!


    ¡ª


    Jiang Mian and Su Lixing flew out of the country to enjoy themselves, while attending various exhibitions and auctions.


    "Alright! Congrattions to thisdy for acquiring the green agate."


    "Congrattions again to thisdy for acquiring this precious ruby."


    "Congrattions!! The only intact yellow diamond in the world was won by this mysteriousdy."


    ...


    "Eh, these pink jade bowls and chopsticks are really pretty."


    That day, the two of them went to an exhibition of Hua Country¡¯s treasures.


    Su Lixing looked at the bowls and chopsticks in front of her, luminous and clear, not losing any shine despite their age.


    She could already anticipate the next words from her ancestor¡ª


    "I¡¯ll take this."


    "Look over there, quick!"


    Jiang Mian pulled Su Lixing over to another exhibit.


    Whoever said that marriage is the graveyard of love.


    Looking now, no freaking way!!


    With Jiang Mian¡¯s ability to spend money like it¡¯s dirt, who would call it a graveyard? It¡¯s heaven.


    Back in the country, Xu Lai received the bill for Mrs. Fu¡¯s extravagant spending.


    She must have gone out to y.


    Is she nning to buy the neighboring countries and be their president?


    "President Fu, this is Mrs. Fu¡¯s bill for the past two days."


    Fu Sichen put down the document in his hand and took the long strip of receipts from Xu Lai.


    He chuckled softly, his voice tinged with indulgence, "Hmm, if it¡¯s not enough on her side, transfer some more to her card."


    !!!


    "Alright... Alright, President Fu."


    Xu Lai nearly walked out with tears, vowing to choose his next life wisely.


    All that money, still transferring!!!


    After making her purchases, Jiang Mian¡¯s gaze was drawn to an exhibit tucked away in the depths.


    An ivory jade fan, its patterns all carved to vividly depict buildings and figures, with an emerald set in the center, and rumored to have a cooling sensation when held in the palm.


    Jiang Mian and Su Lixing paused in front of the fan, "It¡¯s so beautiful..."


    The attending staff exined that the Jade Fan came from the previous era of Hua Country and had been preserved by the museum here, disyed today.


    Without a second thought, Jiang Mian¡¯s eyes sparkled, "I must have this piece, no matter the cost."

 Chapter 205: I’ll Definitely Give You More Kisses When I’m Back

    <h4>Chapter 205: Chapter 205: I¡¯ll Definitely Give You More Kisses When I¡¯m Back</h4>


    Fu Sichen was in a meeting at thepany when Xu Lai decisively knocked and entered, "President Fu, a call from your wife."


    He answered, and a coquettish tone came from the phone, "Honey, I saw a fan that I really, really liked, and it¡¯s even made in our own country."


    "But I¡¯m a little short on funds..."


    Jiang Mian¡¯s tone suddenly weakened, "Oh, but I really can¡¯t bear to see our own things fall into other hands; I can spend a little bit of money and then benefit all mankind."


    Fu Sichen thought back to the bills he had seen not long ago, his thin lips slightly upturned, "A little bit?"


    Jiang Mian¡¯s eyes curved, her voice soft and clear, "About eight figures, this time I even took out my own savings to secure it, but unfortunately, I still need your support."


    "Okay, I¡¯ll have someone transfer it to youter."


    "Wow! Thank you, honey! I¡¯ll give you extra kisses when I get back!"


    Fu Sichen smiled as he looked at the hung-up call. No one could waste money quite like Mrs. Fu.


    But they could afford it, so let her spend.


    Making money was all for her to spend.


    Fu Sichen handed the phone back to Xu Lai, "Give her whatever amount she asks for."


    "Okay, Mr. Fu."


    Xu Lai said this while his heart was bleeding.


    Eight figures! Again, eight figures!


    This ancestor spends money like it¡¯s mere eight dors, without even blinking an eye.


    He had to see what kind of fan was worth this price.


    After Xu Lai finished his search¡ª


    Sorry, Mrs. Fu.


    I thought too small, transferring the money right away.


    The senior executives in the meeting room, having overheard the recent conversation, were a bit embarrassed.


    Mrs. Fu was not quite like what they¡¯d imagined, but rather more lively.


    No wonder President Fu loved her so much.


    With beauty, body, and such a proactive personality, what man wouldn¡¯t like her.


    It¡¯s just the spending...


    Only President Fu could afford to indulge her.


    After the meeting, in the Fu Group¡¯srge group chat (without President Fu)¡ª


    [Big news, a word from Mrs. Fu, and President Fu transferred eight figures]


    [My goodness! I don¡¯t know whether to envy Mrs. Fu or President Fu]


    [It sounds like Mrs. Fu is out having fun, wanted to buy something, and ran out of money, so she made a sweet call and President Fu transferred it]


    [Xu Lai,e out, we need the inside scoop]


    [@Xu Lai]


    ...


    Below were numerous tags of @Xu Lai.


    Xu Lai: [President Fu gave Mrs. Fu a ck gold card as pocket money for outings, everyone please understand.]


    [ck gold card?! Pocket money?!]


    [Forgive my ignorance]


    [I don¡¯t understand the joys of the wealthy]


    The group chat exploded again.


    Xu Lai, looking at the chat records, realized everyone was the same.


    It¡¯s just that President Fu and Mrs. Fu were born with bugs, ordinary people can¡¯tpare.


    *


    A few dayster, Jiang Mian received an international call from Luo Ting.


    "Jiang Mian, you must return to the country tomorrow."


    Jiang Mian pulled out a chair and sat down, "What happened?"


    "Xia Sheng has returned to the country, purportedly to take on the movie ¡¯Floating Life,¡¯ and someone even captured photos of her dining with Director He."


    Xia Sheng¡¯s name was not unfamiliar to Jiang Mian.


    Former huge influencer in the entertainment circle, had once defiantly gone overseas when she could have won Movie Queen.


    Now, she was involved in big production movies overseas.


    This sudden return probably caused quite a stir back home.


    After all, she was the unattainable dream of a generation.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s eyebrows slightly furrowed, feeling that there was more to this.


    Her tone was calm and light, "I¡¯ll be back tomorrow morning."


    Early the next morning, Jiang Miannded in North City via private ne, and the items she¡¯d bought were escorted to Beijing Mansion.

 Chapter 206: What I Desire Can’t Be Given

    <h4>Chapter 206: Chapter 206: What I Desire Can¡¯t Be Given</h4>


    On the ne, she had already scrolled through Weibo¡¯s hot search¡ª


    #Xia Sheng Returns to China#


    What followed was the word "explosion."


    [Sheng Sheng!!!]


    [Who understands, ah!! To see Bai Yueguang return in my lifetime, sob!]


    [She truly is my Bai Yueguang, I thought she would nevere back]


    [During the five years she was in the entertainment industry, no one could rece her, and afterwards, there hasn¡¯t been anyone either]


    [I think Jiang Mian is capable, but when I see Sheng Sheng, I can¡¯t help it]


    ...


    About the online revtion iming she¡¯d cooperate with Director He Lei, the inte discussion hit a frenzy because Xia Sheng¡¯s debut movie, which made her an overnight sensation, was precisely Director He Lei¡¯s maiden work.


    Now, hereback was also with Xia Sheng, what people say, "what starts well, ends well."


    Netizens call it "the lethality of Bai Yueguang meeting Bai Yueguang."


    Even if the movie was still in the nning stage, it already had a significant wave of poprity. If it were filmed and released, one could imagine itsmercial value, and capitalists were not ignorant of the pros and cons.


    It was a case of strong coboration.


    There were even yxh ounts belittling Jiang Mian, taking advantage of the situation, and had severely mocked her.


    Luo Ting put the tablet aside, looking at the woman in front of her with her red lips slightly pursed.


    Not sure if it was an illusion or some feeling, but she felt that after this ancestor went out to y and came back, she seemed even thinner, making one feel especially sorry for her.


    She seemed to have gradually immersed herself into Jiang Mian¡¯s persona...


    "The grapevine says that Director He Lei is quite satisfied with Xia Sheng, but it hasn¡¯t been confirmed yet, so we still have a chance."


    Jiang Mian lookednguid, her tone light, "What I set my sights on, I won¡¯t give up."


    For nearly a month, Jiang Mian had turned down all script invitations, solely to prepare for auditioning for this movie.


    In the end, she was told that the female lead might be predetermined, and she might not even get a chance to audition.


    It was like telling her she was just there to make up the numbers.


    "The yxh studios online belittling you have been handled by PR, and thewyer¡¯s letters have been sent."


    Jiang Mian stood up and headed straight to the back garden, "I¡¯m going to tend the flowers."


    Luo Ting watched the woman¡¯s slender back, the proud swan facing a setback.


    She felt a bit of reluctance.


    Luo Ting took out her phone, searched for a contact, and sent a message¡ª


    Luo Ting: [There¡¯s something I think President Fu should know. The person who leaked information about Jiang Mianst time was Mu Yi]


    Luo Ting: [Now yxh is belittling her again, and some of thewyer¡¯s letters are very arrogant]


    Luo Ting: [I suspect it¡¯s Mu Yi causing trouble again, but it¡¯s not convenient for us to intervene too overtly]


    Xu Lai: [President Fu has already intervened on this side. They¡¯re ying the long game; Mu Yi may be driven to desperation]


    Xu Lai: [I¡¯ll speak to him immediately]


    *


    That evening


    Mu Yi sat nervously in a small office at the Fu Group headquarters.


    In the afternoon, someone informed him that they had traced the origin of the recent issues, and he immediately came over.


    But he never expected to be at Fu¡¯s headquarters.


    He couldn¡¯t figure out when he had offended anyone here.


    Mu Yi rose to fame at a young age and enjoyed smooth sailing, but recently all his investments were withdrawn, and not a single script he offered was epted, leaving him in aplete standstill.


    Proud and arrogant, he attributed the entire situation to starting with Jiang Mian and that movie,


    Could it be!!


    Suddenly, the door opened.


    The man walked in a ck suit, his face devoid of much expression, his every move exuded an innate grace and arrogance.


    Mu Yi stumbled to his feet, "Pres... President Fu."


    He didn¡¯t expect the person to really be Fu Sichen.

 Chapter 207: You Shouldn’t Mess with My People

    <h4>Chapter 207: Chapter 207: You Shouldn¡¯t Mess with My People</h4>


    Mu Yi clenched his teeth and stepped forward to ask, "I don¡¯t know when I offended President Fu by failing to recognize Tai Shan. I apologize to President Fu on my part."


    He had never spoken so subserviently in front of anyone before.


    The tension in the small, silent office was particrly palpable.


    After a long pause,


    Fu Sichen¡¯s voice was cool and detached as he finally spoke, "The person you owe an apology to isn¡¯t me."


    "You shouldn¡¯t have messed with my person."


    Before his words had fully faded, a soft sound of a door closing could be heard.


    Mu Yi¡¯s head reeled, and he slumped into a chair, Jiang Mian¡¯s image flooding his mind.


    How could it be her¡ª


    Jiang Mian.


    That night, those yxh who had trampled over Jiang Mian all came out to apologize and deleted all the videos and articles detrimental to her.


    [My God, witnessing the yxh apology reshuffle for the second time!]


    [What¡¯s with Jiang Mian¡¯s background? It¡¯s giving me chills!]


    [She¡¯s really scary, it¡¯s like she owns the entertainment circle.]


    [We Gingers must say that our Mianmian has been unfairly ckenedtely, the studio has sued quite a few already.]


    [Right, the power ofw, not just powerful connections.]


    ...


    Following that, everyone saw Mu Yi¡¯s apology Weibo post¡ª


    Mu Yi v: [Due to personal reasons, I failed tomunicate properly with Miss Jiang Mian and the team during the previous movie production, leading to misunderstandings.]


    [My resentment led to the purchase of numerous malicious press releases. I will make appropriatepensation for the damage caused to Miss Jiang Mian¡¯s reputation and I apologize here.]


    [I¡¯ve taken up a lot of PR resources recently, sorry!]


    This Weibo post was immediately pinned to the top of Mu Yi¡¯s profile.


    The inte exploded once more¡ª


    [I can only say I¡¯m lost for words...]


    [Living to see this!! It¡¯s Jiang Mian again!!!]


    [I can¡¯t tell what¡¯s real or fake, but I can only say Jiang Mian is quite pitiful.]


    [The pain of a beautiful woman lies here.]


    [Never seen Director Mu Yi appear so humble, can only say he had iting.]


    At that time, in a private apartment in North City, the living room still had a faint light on.


    "Shengsheng sister, this Jiang Mian is the actress I told you before who is also looking into the script ¡¯Floating Life.¡¯ Besides her face, the famous dramas she filmed this year haven¡¯t been broadcast, and she has no other works."


    "I don¡¯t know what kind of ability she has topete with you, but I heard her backing is very strong."


    Xia Sheng looked at the woman¡¯s photo on the tablet, her lips curving into a casual smirk, "Indeed very beautiful."


    Her slender fingers switched off the photo and tossed the tablet onto the sofa, "However, it¡¯s a pity that I¡¯m determined to secure this film."


    The assistant, Mengmeng, was still somewhat skeptical, "Shengsheng sister, I still can¡¯t understand why you want toe back to the country to film this movie."


    "You even intentionally turned down an invitation from an international big production, if you finished that movie, you would have had the chance..."


    "No need to say more."


    Xia Sheng cut off the assistant¡¯s words, picking up the Western liquor in front of her, "What I want is that person."


    Mengmeng had a rough idea and didn¡¯t say anything further.


    *


    Beijing Mansion


    When Fu Sichen got home, he didn¡¯t see Jiang Mian in the bedroom.


    He immediately called Xu Lai, "Did the madam have an event today?"


    "To my knowledge, the madam didn¡¯t leave the house today."


    Fu Sichen hurriedly hung up the phone, his expression showing some concern.


    Not until he saw a faint light in the greenhouse in the back garden.


    A woman with deep drowsiness curled up on the swing chair, holding a script that had been revised multiple times.


    Fu Sichen¡¯s eyes softened with concern as he stepped forward to pick up Jiang Mian.


    Familiar scents intertwined at his nose; Jiang Mian snuggled into Fu Sichen¡¯s embrace and fell back into a deep sleep.

 Chapter 208: Of Course, Relying on a Man

    <h4>Chapter 208: Chapter 208: Of Course, Relying on a Man</h4>


    ¡ª


    The next day.


    Jiang Mian awoke on the central bed, looking around in a daze.


    Didn¡¯t she fall asleep in the conservatory yesterday?


    How did she end up back in bed?


    "Mrs. Fu, are you awake yet? The items from yesterday¡¯s auction are still in the living room, unattended."


    Jiang Mian rubbed her hair and threw off the covers, getting up: "I¡¯ll be down in a moment."


    When she came downstairs, she saw a dignified and graceful man sitting in front of the dining table, with the financial newspaper and a ss of milk before him.


    This scene...


    Was quite pleasing to the eye.


    Noticing Jiang Mian¡¯s gaze, Fu Sichen looked up, his chin gesturing toward the transparent ss box in front of the sofa with an ivory jade fan inside, his dark pupils tinged with a hint of a smile, "What does Mrs. Fu n to do with this fan?"


    Jiang Mian stepped forward for a closer look: "Donate it! Just give it to the National Museum."


    !!!


    The auntie nearby was somewhat shocked; the fan clearly was of considerable value.


    Fu Sichen¡¯s lips curved into a smile, seemingly not too surprised: "Aren¡¯t you afraid your identity will be exposed?"


    Jiang Mian pulled out a chair and sat down, her eyes smiling at the man before her: "At times like this, of course, it depends on the man."


    Fu Sichen put down the financial newspaper, his brows raised slightly, the smile not leaving his lips: "Oh?"


    "Donate it in Mrs. Fu¡¯s name, and you can represent it, publicly dering Mrs. Fu prefers to keep a low profile."


    Mrs. Fu likes to keep a low profile?


    That was hardly inconspicuous.


    Within a couple of days, the news that the ivory jade fan lost abroad had returned to Hua Country, now housed in the North City National Museum, was celebrated nationwide. The donor, in particr, drew everyone¡¯s attention.


    [President Fu personally appeared, saying his wife insisted on donating to the nation]


    [I¡¯m already tearing up, this fan is so beautiful, it¡¯s giving me goosebumps]


    [Don¡¯t care, no one canpare, I¡¯m only a fan of Mrs. Fu, please show your face]


    [Mrs. Fu has always been low-key, otherwise, why would only President Fu appear on her behalf?]


    [Truly beautiful inside and out]


    At the same time, someone trawled through foreign websites and found a trail¡ª


    "Recently, there¡¯s been this mysterious Eastern woman on the foreign websites, who at the auction was Throwing Thousands of Gold, scooping up various jewels and pieces of jewelry into her collection."


    "There was also an exhibit (hot tip: the fan was at this exhibit), so this couldn¡¯t possibly be Mrs. Fu, could it?"


    [Can only say rich people are really rich]


    [Don¡¯t talk about Mrs. Fu; at least she remembers to bring back treasures when she shops]


    [Exactly! She deserves to be rich]


    Even then, some people began searching for traces of Mrs. Fu.


    Unfortunately, there were few clues to find Mrs. Fu¡¯s whereabouts, even many from the wealthy circles had little information.


    Until Xia Sheng posted on social media¡ª


    Xia Sheng v: [Some snippets of life {photo}]


    She posted nearly 18 photos, all records of her life overseas.


    Scenery, food, people ¨C they were all there.


    Then someone dug out some clues.


    [Doesn¡¯t it feel like a few photos from the exhibition and auction?]


    [I¡¯ve been to that exhibition, yes!!!]


    [So could it be her?]


    [Cold fact: our Sheng Sheng would have been a bona fide rich and beautiful heiress even if she hadn¡¯t debuted]


    [My goodness, could it really be Mrs. Fu?!]


    At the same time, Jiang Mian was in her studio today, looking at uing business activities and magazine shoots that she was interested in and thought rather good.


    Luo Ting rushed in, panting and gulping down a big swig of water.


    "What¡¯s the matter?"


    She had just taken a call; why was she looking like this?


    "Do you know who thergest investor in ¡¯Floating Life¡¯ is?"


    Hmm?


    Jiang Mian¡¯s limpid eyes suddenly filled with curiosity.

 Chapter 209: Impersonating "Mrs. Fu

    <h4>Chapter 209: Chapter 209: Impersonating "Mrs. Fu</h4>


    "President Fu, your husband!"


    She had just received the news herself.


    Luo Ting took another big gulp of water, "I just had dinner with He Lei today, probably discussing investment matters, but there¡¯s a piece of news that¡¯s not very favorable to us, to be precise, two pieces, and one of them is rted to your love life."


    Jiang Mian¡¯s beautiful brows furrowed slightly.


    What¡¯s going on? She was a bit confused.


    Luo Ting swiped her tablet on, tapped into Weibo¡¯s hot search, "Take a look."


    Jiang Mian took it and saw the prominent hot search topic¡ª


    #Xia Sheng Mrs. Fu#


    ????


    What kind of strange topic was this?


    Luo Ting signaled her to click on it and have a look.


    It all started when Xia Sheng shared eighteen pictures of her daily life, and then someone dug up that it happened to be at the scene of an auction and an exhibition.


    How tantly climbing the popritydder.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s slender fingers leisurely swiped across the screen; evenizens had dredged up her overseas timeline and whatever oveps it had with Fu Sichen.


    A trace of coldness surfaced on her exquisite face.


    She thought it might be some pure white moonlight, but it seemed more like a white lotus.


    The pinnacle ofizens¡¯ curiosity was reached when a fan asked Xia Sheng on Weibo.


    [Darling Shengsheng, are you and President Fu really together?!!]


    Xia Sheng v: [I¡¯ve known President Fu for many years.]


    WTF?!!


    Xia Sheng¡¯s response was ambiguous, yet it tied her to Fu Sichen.


    Now, everyone wentpletely crazy, thinking they had be fans of a wealthy socialite madam.


    "Sister Mianmian!"


    Yangyang hurried in again, breathless, "Look at this."


    [OMG OMG, someone in a private tea house in North City snapped a photo of President Fu and Xia Sheng together!! And He Lei, is it a done deal?!]


    An ordinary person had posted a photo online, which captured these three, including an image of Fu Sichen and Xia Sheng seemingly chatting andughing together.


    The focus shifted entirely from who the female lead was to¡ª


    The real couple is so adorable!


    Xia Sheng is Mrs. Fu!!


    They are killing me with their sweetness!!


    [So it was Xia Sheng who donated that fan!!]


    [OMG! Truly beautiful and kind-hearted, she¡¯s my white moonlight indeed.]


    [I¡¯m totally a fan now, Floating Life must have Xia Sheng, no one else can do.]


    ...


    "I¡¯m so angry I could die! And to think I used to like Xia Sheng!"


    Yangyang was red in the face, hands on hips, too angry for words.


    As an insider, she was shocked by this news, not to mention otherizens who still had the white moonlight filter for Xia Sheng.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s eyelids drooped slightly as she scoffed, "Quite the little strategist."


    But Fu Sichen¡ª


    To think he was smiling so happily at another woman!


    No sense of manly honor!


    "Sister Ting, contact the staff of ¡¯Floating Life¡¯ and see what they say."


    Not entirely reassured, Luo Ting gave the person in front of her a look, "Okay."


    Susu Big Baby: [What white moonlight, more like a little green tea, this hype is stepping on your reputation.]


    Susu Big Baby: [Just so all the benefits end up with her, huh.]


    Susu Big Baby: [I¡¯m so mad, I just want to expose her right now.]


    Jiang Mian¡¯s red lips curled slightly, and her slender fingers typed a few characters.


    Jiang Xiaomian: [The counterfeit rich girl better not dirty Miss Su¡¯s hands.]


    Susu Big Baby: [Counterfeit?!!]


    Su Lixing was a bit stunned by the message, this youngdy must have done her research to be so clear about things.


    Jiang Xiaomian: [Just let her gloat for a couple of days.]


    Jiang Mian had been busy with various sses these past days, and there was a dance segment in "Floating Life."


    Although she had a background in dance, she hadn¡¯t danced for several years, so she needed to practice a bit in the next few days to regain her bodily coordination.

 Chapter 210: He’s Just in a Marriage Alliance

    <h4>Chapter 210: Chapter 210: He¡¯s Just in a Marriage Alliance</h4>


    *


    North City Private Tea House


    The private box was suffused with the scent of tea, andughter could be heard from time to time.


    He Lei, "I didn¡¯t expect you two knew each other, what a coincidence. I believe if we were to cooperate..."


    "Director He."


    Fu Sichen put down his teacup, causing a crisp sound on the tabletop.


    His voice was measured, "It seems a bit premature toe to a conclusion without an audition."


    Hmm??


    He Lei looked at Xia Sheng with a face full of confusion, "Isn¡¯t it you two..."


    He couldn¡¯t quite figure it out.


    Logically speaking, since Xia Sheng and President Fu knew each other, they would certainly be more willing to work together; he himself was somewhat partial towards Xia Sheng. The cooperation between these three people should make everyone happy just right.


    Now, listening to President Fu¡¯s words, was he dissatisfied with Xia Sheng??


    Fu Sichen¡¯s gaze darkened slightly, "She isn¡¯t the only one who wants to audition; we need to see others as well."


    He Lei¡¯s heart sank.


    He was in a dilemma.


    He hurried to pour more tea for Fu Sichen, "What President Fu said is right."


    After seeing off Xia Sheng and Fu Sichen, He Lei sighed with a gloomy face.


    He Guang came back and happened to witness this scene, "Brother, what¡¯s wrong with you?"


    "Even Floating could reach a deal, but it seems President Fu doesn¡¯t want to work with Xia Sheng."


    On one hand was Xia Sheng, with whom he was tacitly satisfied, and on the other was the major investor and big shot he couldn¡¯t afford to offend.


    But he wanted both.


    Now he didn¡¯t know what to do.


    "Xia Sheng? Isn¡¯t it being rumored online that she is Mrs. Fu?"


    Is that so??!!


    He Lei immediately scrolled through his phone, then put it down after a brief nce, appearing somewhat thoughtful.


    "She is not Mrs. Fu."


    What??


    He Guang pulled out a chair and sat down, "The rumors online are as good as the truth, how do you know?"


    Fu Sichen was famous for doting on his wife, and the ring on his ring finger never left his finger when he was outside.


    Today at the meal, he indeed deliberately maintained a distance from Xia Sheng, a subconscious action.


    "We¡¯ve seen enough of the loving manner between our parents. It¡¯s an unconscious action, Xia Sheng is not it."


    He Guang thought about it, seeing his brother talk like this, he probably had a clue.


    "Then this is a self-directed and self-performed act by Xia Sheng¡¯s team."


    These past few days, Mrs. Fu¡¯s poprity and reputation had grown significantly, and since she had been quite lowkey, no one had managed to dig her out, not even a single photo; this had given them an opportunity to exploit.


    He Guang¡¯s words were not unheard of by He Lei, who waved his hand, "Alright, let me think about this by myself."


    These years, Xia Sheng seemed to have lost the feeling of the past.


    Was he being too stereotypical?


    *


    "Sichen."


    Xia Sheng caught up to Fu Sichen, her smile Yingying, her beautiful eyes curving, "We really haven¡¯t seen each other in a long time. I wonder if you have time to have a meal together."


    Fu Sichen stopped in his tracks, his gaze indifferent, "Didn¡¯t you drink enough tea just now?"


    Xu Lai stood by the side, silently bowing his head and holding back augh.


    His forehead was sweating, and the veins on his hands involuntarily stood out.


    President Fu¡¯s mouth really only had sweet words for his wife.


    Xia Sheng¡¯s smiling face suddenly stiffened, but she quicklyughed again, "It¡¯s been a few years, and you¡¯ve changed quite a bit."


    Xu Lai nced at Fu Sichen¡¯s somewhat impatient look and promptly stepped forward to remind, "President Fu, you have a meeting in half an hour, we need to go back now."


    Fu Sichen bent over as he got into the car, "Excuse me."


    Xia Sheng watched the car drive away, standing in ce with a not-so-good expression.


    "How are things going with the stuff online?"


    The assistant spoke softly from the side, "The hype is huge, and they¡¯ve also dug up some clues, now the topic of you being Mrs. Fu is at the top of the inte."


    Xia Sheng hooked her red lips, her beauty teasingly radiant, "He¡¯s just in a strategic marriage without affection, and yet he indulges me to be so unruly."


    So¡ª


    President Fu.


    Where exactly is your bottom line?

 Chapter 211: Pampering the Wife

    <h4>Chapter 211: Chapter 211: Pampering the Wife</h4>


    Inside the car.


    Xu Lai proactively handed the tablet to Fu Sichen, "President Fu, the online rumors about Miss Xia being your wife are getting more intense. I¡¯m afraid Mrs. Fu has already seen them."


    Fu Sichen rubbed his forehead and slowly opened his eyes, his gaze falling on one article after another.


    And on Xia Sheng¡¯s responses.


    "Where is Mrs. Fu now?"


    Xu Lai paused, "Mrs. Fu was in the studio just now, and she seems to be still in a performance ss at this time."


    Fu Sichen¡¯s eyes darkened, "Handle Xia Sheng¡¯s team properly, and keep reporting on Mrs. Fu¡¯s schedule. Book a ticket to Ning City."


    To Ning City?!


    Shouldn¡¯t President Fu be going back to appease Mrs. Fu at this time?


    "Alright, President Fu."


    *


    "Aren¡¯t you going to do something about what¡¯s happening online?"


    Su Lixing watched anxiously, such women should not cross her path, otherwise, she¡¯d take them out directly.


    Jiang Mian squinted her eyes, enjoying the massage, andzily uttered two words, "No time."


    She was busy with various sses and going back to study the script, she had no time to waste on Xia Sheng.


    Su Lixing clicked her tongue lightly, "What about President Fu, isn¡¯t he taking action?"


    Bearing the name of Mrs. Fu, how could President Fu endure this!


    Jiang Mian gestured with her hand for the masseur to stop, who respectfully exited.


    She sat up, her tone soft and clear, "Him? Forget it, after all, Xia Sheng is his old me."


    "No way, what¡¯s really going on here, I don¡¯t understand any of this."


    How Xia Sheng even knew Fu Sichen.


    Su Lixing had racked her brain before but could never figure out such a person existed in the wealthy circles.


    And a youngdy from a wealthy family she hadn¡¯t heard of.


    The result was someone who turned out to be a fraud.


    "The Fu Family previously sponsored several children from poor families for their education, Xia Sheng was one of them."


    Hearing Jiang Mian say this, everything clicked into ce.


    So, Xia Sheng indeed knew Fu Sichen, to put it bluntly, she was coveting the young master.


    Human greed is boundless.


    Xia Sheng¡¯s ambitions were truly grand, even wanting to take on the identity of Mrs. Fu.


    Jiang Mian had thought about this too, but her getting involved would easily draw suspicions onto herself.


    She didn¡¯t want to expose herself so soon.


    It was best left to Fu Sichen.


    But Fu Sichen...


    That scoundrel didn¡¯t even know where he was gallivanting off to, as all calls to him were met with a switched-off phone.


    Never mind him, he frolics about, I shall too.


    Meanwhile, in Ning City at the same time.


    "Alright, let us congratte this gentleman for once again acquiring this rose crown adorned with 927 diamonds."


    The atmosphere below today¡¯s auction wasnguid.


    Except for the man sitting in the main private box on the second floor.


    Xu Lai looked at the flowing money with heartache.


    He didn¡¯t mention that Mrs. Fu was extravagant; President Fu¡¯s splurging was not inferior to Mrs. Fu¡¯s.


    Tonight, every piece of jewelry, especially those with gems and diamonds, was pocketed by Fu Sichen.


    Absolutely insane!


    "President Fu, are you the one who ¡¯Threw Thousands of Gold¡¯ to acquire so much collectible-level jewelry, and for what reason?"


    The entrance was swarmed with numerous media reporters, all eager for a glimpse of this personage, only to see Fu Sichene out.


    Fu Sichen paused in front of the reporters, the shlights in the deep night illuminating the entire entrance of the venue.


    The man¡¯s voice was as usual¡ªfaint and calm, his lips curving into a smile, "To indulge Mrs. Fu."


    This statement caused a slight stir at the scene.


    A bold reporter even continued to ask, "President Fu, there are rumors online that Mrs. Fu is Xia Sheng. Is that true?"


    Everyone¡¯s gaze turned here, and even some people who were leaving the auction stopped.


    This gossip piqued everyone¡¯s curiosity.


    Fu Sichen¡¯s voice, low and cold, reverberated around the venue, "No."

 Chapter 212: Does It End Early?

    <h4>Chapter 212: Chapter 212: Does It End Early?</h4>


    "Good heavens! So Xia Sheng is hyping it up?"


    "Those rumors this afternoon went viral, just like real."


    "Yeah, I even asked my friends in the industry, and they said it¡¯s mostly true."


    ...


    Fu Sichen¡¯s words dropped like a bomb among the crowd, instantly stirring up a buzz.


    "Mrs. Fu is upset someone is using her name, and now he¡¯s going to go back and sweet-talk his wife. Excuse me."


    The bodyguard blocked the surging crowd, and Xu Lai said to the reporters, "Please be careful with your words, or you¡¯ll receive a timely letter from Fu Group¡¯swyers."


    The reporters and onlookers watched as the low-key car drove away, and the venue instantly buzzed with lively discussions, some even posting online.


    [Who remembers when he was Captain Fu? I¡¯m crying!! So doting!!]


    [Someone¡¯s getting pped now, capitalizing on this hype]


    [Don¡¯t insult! Our Sheng Sheng just said they knew each other, didn¡¯t im to be Mrs. Fu]


    [Exactly, it¡¯s all in your heads]


    [I don¡¯t believe they didn¡¯t see the tant hints. Guess they¡¯re riding on the poprity wave!]


    The online world was nearly erupting in arguments because of this.


    Xia Sheng¡¯s fans were very cohesive, quick to deflect any criticism.


    Still, many who were led on thinking they were Mrs. Fu¡¯s fans were livid.


    "Hey, Mianmian, Mianmian, your husband!"


    After their massage, the twoy down for a foot soak.


    Jiang Mian was nearly asleep when Su Lixing shook her awake.


    Her beautiful eyes were still a bit misty, her brows slightly furrowed, her voice sleepy, "Su Lixing, leave me alone..."


    "Just look at this."


    Su Lixing shook her phone, "Your husband went to the Ning City auction and bought back jewelry and even dered he¡¯d pamper you, clearing up the rumor about Xia Sheng being Mrs. Fu."


    "So satisfying, that woman got a p in the face, she must be fuming."


    Jiang Mian woke up a bit more, scrolled through the phone, and then got up.


    "What are you doing!"


    Why did she suddenly stand up?


    Her red lips curved slightly, showing a mischievous smile, "Waiting for my husband to pamper me."


    ???


    Just abandon me like that?!!


    Women!


    You prioritize love over friendship!!


    *


    When Fu Sichen arrived in North City, it was already 10 pm.


    Jiang Mian got home, freshened up, and nestled into her nkets to join their group¡¯s online Werewolf game.


    "Where¡¯s your husband? Ditched me to go home and await your hubby¡¯s pampering. Isn¡¯t it about time for some couple¡¯s fun, or did you finish early today?"


    Jiang Mian, holding the fortune teller card, yfully used Su Lixing, "Brother, manage your woman; she might be feeling it too, trying to satisfy a rutting maiden. It¡¯s not good for her body."


    Lin Chen, having a rare early leave from work, was also pulled in to y the game.


    "Can¡¯t manage; just have to spoil her."


    "What?! You two, when did this happen, Lin Chen! She¡¯s my sister."


    Su Yuchuan bristled at the conversation, flustered by the thought that the Su Family¡¯s prized ¡¯cabbage¡¯ had been snatched.


    Pei Jingyue chirped in, "You guys made up again?!"


    "What? Again?!"


    Su Yuchuan¡¯s mind was no longer on Werewolf, "What have you two been hiding from me!"


    Su Lixing spoke into the mic, "I¡¯m online begging President Fu toe back quickly and shut you up."


    "Click¡ª"


    The bedroom door suddenly opened.


    Jiang Mian looked up. The man¡¯s figure was tall, his superb lines making him look somewhat sexy.


    "Why don¡¯t you make any sound when you walk! I nearly lost half my life!!"


    Jiang Mian nced down at her phone screen.


    [Room dismissed]


    Well, everyone sure scurried off fast.

 Chapter 213: I Only Have You

    <h4>Chapter 213: Chapter 213: I Only Have You</h4>


    Jiang Mian looked up, and in an instant, she was embraced in the man¡¯s arms. The coldness of the winter air still clung to his clothes, soothing her inadvertently.


    Fu Sichen looked down, his voice calm as ever, "Need me to shut you up?"


    ???


    How could this man say those three words without even blushing?


    Not embarrassed in the slightest.


    Must be listening to that nonsense from Miss Su Lixing.


    A flood of messy events from the day shed through Jiang Mian¡¯s mind, and she immediately pushed Fu Sichen away, her hands crossed over her chest as she asked usingly, "Were you outside cozying up with an old me and only remembered your wife after?"


    Fu Sichen was caught off guard by Jiang Mian¡¯s sudden usation.


    He smirked at Jiang Mian¡¯s somewhat haughty little face, "What old me? You are the only one for me."


    Pfft!


    Believe that, and you¡¯ll believe anything.


    "The gifts for Mrs. Fu are all over here..."


    Before Fu Sichen could finish, a soft body had already draped itself on him, "I believe in my husband so much; I have the best husband in the whole world."


    Jiang Mian clung to Fu Sichen like a ko.


    The ability to assert and yield is truly a great woman¡¯s deed.


    The man smiled softly, his wife was the best at changing her face.


    Carrying Jiang Mian, they descended to the living room downstairs.


    There was still a faint light shimmering in the living room. Jiang Mian looked at the assortment of items on the coffee table and the protectiveyers of velvet gift boxes on the carpet, unsure of where to start unpacking.


    She jumped out of Fu Sichen¡¯s arms and sat directly on the carpet, surrounded by the collected items.


    Fu Sichen looked at the scene unfolding before him, a faint smile spreading across his thin lips.


    This little ancestor just loved these things.


    He took out his phone and snapped a photo of Jiang Mian, who was busy unwrapping the collectibles with her head bowed.


    The dim light obscured her face, and her slightly curled long hair shadowed her profile, the red lips curved into a joyful smile.


    Fu Sichen¡¯s Weibo post: [Mrs. Fu is very happy with the pampering {Photo}]


    [Aaaaah! Kids who haven¡¯t slept get candy]


    [President Fu, shouldn¡¯t you pamper Mrs. Fu in bed?]


    [You don¡¯t understand, the living room is more thrilling]


    [I also want to unpack these gifts, envious tears!!! Some fans must be feeling embarrassed now, even without a face, they know they aren¡¯t the real deal]


    [Really, even a casual snapshot shows how graceful Mrs. Fu is]


    [Why does this person look so much like Jiang Mian??]


    Although thisment grabbed some attention, it was quickly overwhelmed by others.


    Meanwhile, the unsleeping Yangyang stealthily infiltrated the "Chen Mian couple" super topic.


    It felt like the beginning of a minor celebration there as fans started dissecting details.


    Such as¡ª


    Though not capturedpletely, the living room in Jiang Mian¡¯s house and the one shown by President Fu seemed almost identical inyout.


    Also, Mrs. Fu¡¯s face wasn¡¯t fully shown, but the overall feel was strikingly simr to Jiang Mian.


    Some even pointed out that the teacup in the living room matches one previously seen at Jiang Mian¡¯s house.


    ...


    The more they dug, the more chilling the spections became.


    Almost everyone was on the verge of dering Jiang Mian as Mrs. Fu.


    Jiang Mian and Fu Sichen lingered in the bathroom for ages before emerging, and she fell into bed, ready to sleep at any moment.


    Buzz¡ªbuzz¡ª


    Her phone vibrated continuously.


    Who could it be thiste?


    Jiang Mian fumbled around and grabbed her phone.


    [Sister Ting]


    A call from Sister Ting at this hour must be important.


    Jiang Mian answered, and after a few seconds of silence from her end, she finally spoke¡ª


    "Did I disturb you?"

 Chapter 214: #Jiang Mian Suspected Mrs. Fu#

    <h4>Chapter 214: Chapter 214: #Jiang Mian Suspected Mrs. Fu#</h4>


    Luo Ting didn¡¯t call for a long time, fearing she might disturb their married life.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s mouth twitched, and she replied with a somewhat helpless and hoarse voice, "Sister Ting, it¡¯s really not that serious. If it weren¡¯t for this call, I could have been sleeping my beauty sleep by now."


    Hearing her voice, Luo Ting was relieved; it was after the event.


    "President Fu posted a photo, and your couple fans dug up a bit too much. Now there¡¯s another trending topic that you are Mrs. Fu."


    Jiang Mian¡¯s gaze leisurely turned towards the man who had juste out of the bathroom.


    Fu Sichen, drying his ck hair, met his wife¡¯s reproachful eyes with a faint smile, "What¡¯s wrong?"


    Everything was just fine a moment ago.


    Could it be a post-event debrief and then dissatisfaction?


    "You caused trouble tonight."


    Trouble?


    Fu Sichen raised his eyebrows slightly, quickly grasping the meaning behind Jiang Mian¡¯s words, "Did people online link you with Mrs. Fu?"


    Nonsense!!!


    His own doing.


    Fu Sichen took his phone and went straight to the balcony to make a call.


    Listening to the conversation of the two hoarse-voiced people over the phone, Luo Ting¡¯s face inexplicably heated up.


    Knowing too much¡ªIs it a good thing or a bad thing!!!


    It was also a relief that Jiang Mian didn¡¯t have any business activities recently, or else it would be another waste of concealer.


    "However, it¡¯s only spection online because of Xia Sheng¡¯s precedent, and it¡¯s hard for people to link you with President Fu, especially since it originally started with a military variety show."


    "Netizens kept a cautious eye, more careful now, but the super topic indeed went a bit crazy."


    Jiang Mian nodded, "Hmm, I know, Fu Sichen is handling it."


    "Hmm, we are working on public rtions on our end, waiting for any updates from you two."


    The best method now was still to wait for Fu Sichen to show up.


    Only the bell ringer can untie the bell.


    Jiang Mian yawnedzily, "Alright, alright, it won¡¯t turn into a big issue, I¡¯m going to sleep."


    She hung up the call andy down, scrolling through the trending topics on Weibo.


    #JiangMianSuspectedMrsFu#


    Do we really need to repeat this topic like with the little green tea scandal?


    [Everyone disperse, it¡¯s just another clout-chasing attempt]


    [Although I think this one is more credible than Xia Sheng¡¯s, and it was posted by President Fu himself]


    [It looks like Jiang Mian, but I can¡¯t bring myself to believe it. These two are so different, how can I ship this!]


    [Sisters above, go hard on shipping! Wee to join the Chen Mian super topic, and you¡¯ll definitely get hooked]


    [Not to say, but Mianmian¡¯s home indeed looked like this in the variety show she filmed before, way before President Fu posted this photo]


    ...


    All sorts ofments followed, even Jiang Mian¡¯s own fans, the Gingers, were somewhat reluctant to believe their idol was Mrs. Fu.


    Worried about causing trouble for their idol, they kept a silent attitude.


    At the same time, a new trending topic appeared on Weibo.


    #FuGroupStatement#


    Fu Group¡¯s Weibo: [Please have mercyte at night, everyone! Otherwise, the corporatewyers will personally deliver a cease and desist letter!! Thank you for your cooperation!!]


    [Attached is a message from President Fu: My wife prefers peace and quiet, low profile, do not disturb!]


    [I¡¯m dying ofughter; I can feel the worker¡¯s anger through the screen]


    [Being woken up to work at this hour by the boss, I¡¯d be angry too]


    [With the legal notice out, President Fu really spoils his wife]


    [So, who is Mrs. Fu REALLY!!!!]


    Someizens even directly tagged Su Yuchuan, leaving messages under his Weibo posts.


    It¡¯s well known that Su Yuchuan is their only connection within the elite circles and is also good friends with Fu Sichen.


    Oddly enough, Su Yuchuan, Su Lixing, and Pei Jingyue really stirred things up for them.

 Chapter 215: Don’t Move

    <h4>Chapter 215: Chapter 215: Don¡¯t Move</h4>


    Su Yuchuan v: "I don¡¯t know about others, but Mrs. Fu is indeed beautiful!"


    Su Lixing v: "Of course, how could my bestie not be gorgeous? Blown away!!"


    Pei Jingyue v: "Yo yo yo, I have two beauties who are as lovely as celestials as childhood friends, what a blessing."


    This brought many lurkingizens out into the open.


    It was okay for Su Yuchuan and the others, but the two people below them were really rarely seen.


    They seemed to be from powerful circles too.


    Some people were asking who the two below Young Master Su were.


    "Let¡¯s enlighten you, Su Lixing, the one and only daughter of the Su Family, a truedy born to privilege!"


    "Pei Jingyue, the prodigal son of the Pei Family, said to be an explorer, ruggedly handsome."


    Pei Jingyue: ?? Did I offend anyone?


    Xia Sheng¡¯s fans were a bit intolerant and started ndering in thements below.


    "This Mrs. Fu is definitely better looking than Jiang Mian."


    As everyone knows, Jiang Mian made her debut with her good looks and is acimed as a goddess of beauty in the entertainment circle.


    Ever since her debut, there has not been a single unattractive photo of her.


    No matter how she¡¯s caught on camera, it¡¯s 365 degrees of wless beauty.


    For this reason, many rivals wanting to smear her didn¡¯t stand a chance.


    The fact was right there.


    If Mrs. Fu were prettier than Jiang Mian, that would be a massive face-p.


    Su Lixing v: "They¡¯re both beauties; there¡¯s no need for nder!"


    Su Yuchuan v: "The entertainment circle¡¯s ¡¯goddess of beauty¡¯ isn¡¯t just an empty title."


    The way these siblings talked was like they were speaking in riddles.


    Just who was more beautiful? Theizens watching online were somewhat confused.


    ¡ª


    The onlinemotion soon passed, and tonight Jiang Mian was to attend an invite to a brand event.


    "Xia Sheng will be there today."


    Jiang Mian opened her beautiful eyes, her smilezy with a trailing tone, "Oh?"


    Finally, they would meet face to face.


    Luo Ting, upon hearing this news, was absolutely worried.


    She feared that her ancestor would go berserk and directly tear Xia Sheng to pieces.


    After all, Xia Sheng¡¯s tactics were no joke, otherwise, he couldn¡¯t have maintained the image of everyone¡¯s pure moonlight for so long, and this image was hard to shatter.


    She was worried thedy would be sttered with feathers that couldn¡¯t be shaken off.


    "Ancestor, for your movie¡¯s sake, you must, must, must refrain from getting physical."


    Jiang Mian curled her slender fingertips, looking down with a smile, "For the movie¡¯s sake, it¡¯s all the more reason to take care of it."


    !!!!!


    Luo Ting nearly passed out.


    The youngdy was impervious to the mundane world!!


    She watched with concern as Jiang Mian¡¯s red figure stepped onto the red carpet, muttering: I can only hope she¡¯ll restrain herself a bit.


    Looking at her, she seemed more like she was going to start a fight.


    Luo Ting contacted the PR team from the agency to be on standby for any incident.


    Jiang Mian, in a red mermaid dress, the high slit design revealing her slender and glowing white legs, exuding charm and grace with every subtle movement.


    The cameras immediately zoomed in on Jiang Mian for a close-up; her natural beauty was upromised by the red dress, which instead made her look strikingly vivid, leaving people breathless.


    For a moment, the red carpet went quiet, then erupted into enthusiastic cheers.


    "Ah ah ah ah! Sister! You¡¯re too beautiful!"


    "Next life, I beg this face to be on mine."


    "Absolutely stunning! Jiang Mian! This face assures you a lifetime!"


    The lights at the venue were shing non-stop, and Jiang Mian waved and smiled at the cameras.


    At the same time, the live broadcast online was going wild¡ª


    "The only regret is not being able to kiss that face, right?"


    "Jiang Mian doesn¡¯t have regrets, with that face what¡¯s there to regret! Crazy beautiful!"


    "Ah ah ah! Going insane, I can¡¯t withstand the ¡¯red carpet killer¡¯s¡¯ shots!"


    "Purely fell into the pit because of Jiang Mian¡¯s looks, once you see her face you¡¯ll have the impulse to keep looking."


    ...

 Chapter 216: How Can a Fake Become Real?

    <h4>Chapter 216: Chapter 216: How Can a Fake Be Real?</h4>


    After entering the venue, the gazes upon her had never left.


    "Indeed, money nurtures people."


    Yu Xinting carried two sses of wine and walked over towards Jiang Mian.


    Jiang Mian took a ss, her red lips slightly pursed, and her eyes shimmering, "You look radiant, I suppose you¡¯ve been having a series of happy eventstely."


    Yu Xinting lowered her voice, "Shh! Keep it down, I didn¡¯t expect you to be so well-informed."


    Seeing Yu Xinting¡¯s nervousness, she chuckled lightly, "The two of you only dare to be so brazen because of your status."


    One an actress, the other, an agent.


    It¡¯s perfectly normal for them to make public appearances together.


    Who would think more of it?


    Besides, Yu Xinting¡¯s agent, Jiang Zhiyu, had returned to the country with her initially, and in the eyes of the fans, he was a genuinely good agent to Yu Xinting.


    Over the years, everyone hade to see their rtionship as just a very good artist and agent.


    During their conversation, Jiang Mian became aware of an evaluative gaze,


    She looked up, and it was Xia Sheng.


    Noticing Jiang Mian¡¯s strange expression, Yu Xinting also looked over.


    The real and fake Mrs. Fu on a collision course.


    "This woman really dares. If I didn¡¯t know the inside story, I¡¯d believe it was true."


    They were also gradually learning about the online drama, and for those who knew the truth, one could only say that a certain "bright moonlight" had rather unseemly eating habits.


    "Holy crap, she¡¯sing!"


    Yu Xinting lowered her voice, subconsciously grabbing Jiang Mian¡¯s arm.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s voice was tinged withughter, "Perfect, I¡¯d like to meet her too."


    But to Yu Xinting, it sounded a bit like a prelude to a fight.


    Before Yu Xinting could react, Xia Sheng had already stood firm in front of them, "Miss Jiang, it¡¯s better to see once than to hear a hundred times. Let¡¯s get acquainted, I am Xia Sheng."


    She reached out her hand with a smile, brimming with warmth.


    Jiang Mian nced imperceptibly at the extended hand, her red lips curving slightly, "Sorry, I¡¯m not particrly interested in getting to know you."


    ?!!


    Yu Xinting¡¯s eyes widened as she looked at Jiang Mian.


    This sister is crazy!!


    Much as Xia Sheng is disliked, her fans are even more so. If this gets out, Jiang Mian is going to get sted.


    Even those present were somewhat surprised by Jiang Mian¡¯s response.


    Xia Sheng was quite a figure; they wanted to meet her but didn¡¯t have the chance.


    What was Jiang Mian up to now?


    Xia Sheng¡¯s expression stiffened slightly but soon regained herposed smile, "Sorry, my apologies, I was presumptuous. Does Miss Jiang behave this way because of the movie ¡¯Floating Life¡¯?"


    Well done, this step back had positioned Jiang Mian as someone small-minded and hot-tempered.


    Jiang Mian remained calm, smiling faintly, "That movie hasn¡¯t been confirmed yet. Are you so sure it¡¯s yours? Miss Xia, you seem a little too confident in yourself."


    Civil confrontation and the art ofnguage can be more powerful indeed.


    Yu Xinting felt like apuding.


    She moved closer to Xia Sheng and sneered in her ear, "Fake will always be fake, how can it be real?"


    As soon as she finished speaking, Jiang Mian pulled Yu Xinting away.


    Xia Sheng¡¯s color changed slightly, her nails unconsciously digging in as she watched the brilliant figures move away.


    What exactly does she know, and how much?


    No, she couldn¡¯t let Jiang Mian ruin her ns.


    It wasn¡¯t until a sharp pain struck her brain that Xia Sheng snapped back to reality.


    Taking advantage of the lull, she went to the restroom and sent a message¡ª


    [Find out more about this Jiang Mian, ASAP!]


    With her phone put away, her sullen expression quickly returned to calm.


    Xia Sheng adjusted her makeup and hair in the mirror, lips curved in a slight smile as she set out again.

 Chapter 217: Enchanting Night Colors

    <h4>Chapter 217: Chapter 217: Enchanting Night Colors</h4>


    "Awesome!" Yu Xinting gave Jiang Mian a thumbs up after pulling her to the rooftop.


    This older sister was truly fierce just now.


    "Hey, what did you say just now? I think Xia Sheng¡¯s expression was even a bit frightened."


    It was funny to see Xia Sheng on the losing end for once.


    The cool breeze of early autumn sobered Jiang Mian quite a bit, and she lifted her beautiful red lips, with the bright lights in the distance dazzling: "I threatened her a bit, told her to behave herself."


    Only Jiang Mian, a.k.a. Jiang Duidui, could say something like that.


    Yu Xinting didn¡¯t ask any further. The woman before her was both Mrs. Fu and the youngdy of the Lin Family; Yu had already witnessed her capability.


    "Isn¡¯t it cold for you to be out here alone in the wind?"


    A ck suit jacket was ced on Jiang Mian¡¯s shoulders from behind, bringing warmth.


    Hmm???


    She turned her head to see Fu Sichen standing behind her, with deep ck eyes that seemed profound under the moonlight.


    A gentle breeze passed, carrying the faint scent of rich wood.


    Yu Xinting consciously took the hint and excused herself from being the third wheel.


    "Why are you here?"


    To think President Fu, busy with thousands of daily duties, would attend such a brand event.


    With one hand in his pocket, Fu Sichen spoke in a deep voice, "The brand¡¯s owner is a recent partner of Fu¡¯s; I came to take a look."


    It was rare for President Fu to stoop to attending such ces.


    Fu Sichen¡¯s gaze, from the corner of his eye, was fixed on the swirling figure in the red dress; his Adam¡¯s apple bobbed slightly: "When it ends, wait for me in the small street outside."


    Xu Lai bit his teeth and braced himself for the challenge: "President Fu, could you make an appearance on the second floor?"


    Fu Sichen nodded slightly: "It¡¯s cold at night, don¡¯t take it off."


    Jiang Mian¡¯s hand, which was about to remove the suit jacket, paused and then wrapped it tighter around herself.


    Indeed, it was a bit cold.


    Men¡¯s clothing was indeed warmer, and it carried Fu Sichen¡¯s scent, familiar andforting.


    A shadow passed by not far away.


    Xia Sheng received several messages¡ª


    [Sorry, Sister Sheng, Jiang Mian¡¯s information seems to have been deliberately hidden from us; we couldn¡¯t find anything.]


    [All I know is that she had great resources from the start; if there were any traps or negative trending topics, they would disappear immediately from social media.]


    [In short, everyone in the circle is somewhat wary of her now.]


    ...


    Xia Sheng¡¯s grip on her phone tightened unconsciously, her mind reying the scene on the rooftop.


    Her phone vibrated again.


    [By the way, the trending search yesterday mentioned she¡¯s Mrs. Fu {link}]


    Xia Sheng clicked on the sent link, her eyes dimming with emotions that flickered by.


    Jiang Mian...


    It¡¯s you.


    She found another contact and drafted a message¡ª


    [Reach out to Director He and say I need to travel abroad for an emergency; I hope to arrange the signing as soon as possible.]


    Jiang Mian slipped out early in the evening, her dress trailing behind her in the night, moonlight casting a gentle radiance on her fair skin.


    Xu Lai, standing by the car, spotted Mrs. Fu from a distance and quickly stepped forward to open the door and bowed: "Madam."


    Jiang Mian bent down and got into the car.


    The man inside the car closed his eyes slightly, massaging his temples, a look of exhaustion on his handsome face.


    The man sure was quiet today.


    "President Fu?"


    "..."


    "Fu Sichen?"


    "..."


    "Brother Xiao Fu?"


    Xu Lai paused in his action of getting into the car.


    I¡¯m just an innocent baby; why do I have to listen to these weird nicknames every day?


    Especially ¡¯Brother¡¯?!?!


    Xu Lai shivered unconsciously and, expressionless, raised the partition in the middle.


    Today I can drive in peace.

 Chapter 218: Hold for a While

    <h4>Chapter 218: Chapter 218: Hold for a While</h4>


    Fu Sichen¡¯s eyes drifted downwards, his eyelids slightly lifted, and hiszy gaze fixed directly on the radiant woman in front of him. "Does Mrs. Fu want to experience it in the car?"


    The man¡¯s smile was deep, beguiling and seductive, whispering into the ear.


    Cunning men often use threats as their tactics.


    Jiang Mian adjusted her skirt, her tone somewhat serious, "Were you in a bad mood today?"


    She leaned back against the seat, her face expressing an "I¡¯m all ears" attitude. "Do you want to talk about it?"


    Suddenly asked, Fu Sichen slightly raised his eyebrows in surprise.


    After a long pause,


    "Why are you looking at me like that?"


    Jiang Mian felt a bit goosebumpy, as Fu Sichen at this moment resembled a wilted, pitiful puppy.


    Fu Sichen curled his lips slightly, his voice faint, "Xuanxuan, are you concerned about me?"


    The term "Xuanxuan" alone made Jiang Mian uneasy, and coupled with the word "concern," her earlobes heated up instantly.


    What the heck!


    Her eyes were a bit frantic as she nced away, "I¡¯m worried it wouldn¡¯t be good for a young widow."


    Fu Sichen¡¯s current expression showed signs of depression; Jiang Mian even feared he might look for a ce to bury himself.


    The atmosphere around them was oppressively mncholic, nearly suffocating.


    "Can you apany me to a ce?"


    Jiang Mian suddenly met Fu Sichen¡¯s gaze; his deep ck eyes glimmered, less sharp than usual and much softer.


    "Okay."


    To refuse now would truly seem heartless.


    The car returned to quiet, Jiang Mian¡¯s phone vibrated.


    Luo Ting: [A little bird told me Xia Sheng is pushing Director He to sign the contract.]


    Luo Ting: [Jiang Xiaomian, your husband is such a big shot and you¡¯re not cozying up to him?]


    Luo Ting: [I¡¯ll try to stall for you here.]


    Jiang Mian nced at other messages on her phone and then shut it off, casting it aside.


    Once the car stopped, Jiang Mian looked out.


    Silence and depth, her gazended on the sign at the front.


    [A Graveyard]


    Fu Sichen has brought her here in the dead of night?!


    A fleeting thought crossed her mind.


    Fu Sichen draped his coat over Jiang Mian, "Join me to see my mom."


    The graveyard at night was still, only the "squeaks" of branches swayed by the breeze breaking the silence, the view eerily oppressive.


    It gave one involuntary shivers.


    Fu Sichen led Jiang Mian by hand through the familiar route to a grave.


    The woman on the tombstone looked gentle and graceful, her smiling eyes and brows resembling Fu Sichen¡¯s.


    "Mom, happy birthday."


    !!!


    Jiang Mian was taken aback, no wonder Fu Sichen had been broody today; it was because...


    She gently held his arm, a silent form offort.


    "Mum, I¡¯m Jiang Mian, your daughter-inw. I¡¯m sorry to meet you for the first time like this; happy birthday."


    Jiang Mian looked up, her gaze smoothly transitioning across Fu Sichen¡¯s, then she squatted down. "Rest assured, Fu Sichen and I are doing well, don¡¯t worry about him. We miss you."


    Fu Sichen stared at the softly smiling woman in front of him, his eyes flickering slightly, his thin lips pressed together.


    Jiang Mian, holding Fu Sichen¡¯s hand, stood up next to him, neatly and delicately, "Do you want to talk to Mom?"


    Fu Sichen shook his head slightly, suppressing the emotion welling up inside.


    The woman before him understood everything; he chuckled softly, "Mrs. Fu has said it all for me."


    !!!


    Jiang Mian¡¯s waist was suddenly grasped, pulling her into Fu Sichen¡¯s embrace, the man tightly holding her close.


    Fu Sichen buried his head in her corbone, his voice very soft, "Hold me for a while."


    The moonlight parted the clouds gently casting a subdued glow, asionally the sound of animals from the mountains afar.


    Their breaths intertwined, and in that moment, it seemed only the two of them existed.

 Chapter 219: Hot Spring

    <h4>Chapter 219: Chapter 219: Hot Spring</h4>


    When Fu Sichen and Jiang Mian came out, it was already after midnight.


    Xu Lai had also noticed today that his boss¡¯s mood was off, but it seemed much rxed after they came out.


    It seemed that Mrs. Fu was indeed useful.


    "President Fu."


    Fu Sichen stopped walking and looked at Jiang Mian beside him, "Shall I take you to soak in a hot spring?"


    Jiang Mian¡¯s beautiful eyes lit up.


    At this time, soaking for a while seemed to beautify the skin, and going to sleep directly after would be quitefortable.


    Fu Sichen smiled and chuckled softly, "Let¡¯s go to Su Bath Spring."


    Su?


    Jiang Mian got back into the car, quite warmed up, "The Su family¡¯s property?"


    "Yeah, Su Yuchuan invested in ying with it, let¡¯s check it out."


    At this moment, Jiang Mian had no idea what she would faceter.


    "President Fu, President Su had instructed, this hot spring pool is specially arranged for you two. Call us if you need anything."


    The staff led them to a rather secluded room, where the door opened to a hot spring water flowing down from a rockery, with rose petals emitting a charming fragrance in the middle.


    After the two stood still, the staff tactfully left, and at the same time, a door outside was closed.


    Jiang Mian looked around¡ª


    Red wine, fruit te.


    Transparent ribbons.


    And even...


    She had an ominous premonition.


    "Mrs. Fu?"


    Jiang Mian paused in her step, raising her eyes pitifully to look at the man in front of her, her voice clear and soft, "Hubby, I suddenly don¡¯t feel like soaking anymore."


    Can I still run away now?


    The warm mist veiled Jiang Mian¡¯s cheeks, turning them slightly red, burning all the way to her earlobes, "We didn¡¯t bring anything, we even need swimsuits."


    Fu Sichen pulled Jiang Mian with one hand, sinking down into the water with her.


    He wrapped his arm around Jiang Mian¡¯s slender waist, his voice lowered, grinding enticingly, "We¡¯re husband and wife."


    !!!


    Jiang Mian coughed lightly, her earlobespletely fired up, her whole fair face blushing.


    Just now she was disinterested, now what was this hungry wolf pouncing?


    Shouldn¡¯t have cared about his life and death.


    Fu Sichen chuckled softly, whispering into Jiang Mian¡¯s ear, "Xuanxuan, shall we start?"


    The sshes blocked out the petals, Jiang Mian¡¯s eyes reddened at the corners, her gaze slowly bing hazy, the breeze gently stirring up a tumult of floral heart.


    The atmosphere was set.


    Jiang Mianpromised...


    The curling vapor tinted the nearby rockery, the rose branches hung high, the mountain range was enchanting, and their ovepping figures resembled an ancient oil painting.


    The pool caused rippling waves, rose petals had already scattered around, and the hot spring periphery emitted an ambiguous scent.


    Still the refined schr, aplete scoundrel!


    Totally a wolf in sheep¡¯s clothing!!!


    "Fu Sichen..."


    She mustered the energy to call out a few times, "I¡¯m dying!!"


    The man chuckled softly, his dark pupils bottomless, "Endure it."


    Dammit!!


    Do you think I¡¯m a Ninja Turtle?!


    Even Ninja Turtles don¡¯t endure like this!!!


    As expected, Jiang Mian woke up the next day already at noon.


    She had slept deeply, the sunlight filtering through the woodentticed window, casting speckled shadows, carrying a hint of sandalwood scent.


    Fu Sichen had just hung up the phone, "Awake?"


    Jiang Mian didn¡¯t respond, burying her head into the nket.


    She didn¡¯t want to see this man now.


    Fu Sichen half-smiled with a hint of a hook on his lips, his voice husky, "Baby, are you mad?"


    Jiang Mian pouted, pushing the man in front of her away, her voice angry yet hoarse, "Fu Sichen!!"


    Right now, she wished she could immediately tape this man¡¯s mouth shut.

 Chapter 220: Jiang Duidui

    <h4>Chapter 220: Chapter 220: Jiang Duidui</h4>


    "Luo Ting said she couldn¡¯t reach you, so the call came to me."


    Hmm??


    Jiang Mian poked her head out of the nkets, feeling stiff all over: "Where¡¯s my phone?"


    She remembered that she had turned it off yesterday and left it in Fu Sichen¡¯s car.


    Did she not take it out?!!


    "Here, Xu Lai delivered itter."


    Jiang Mian took her phone and turned it on¡ª


    And then she was greeted with so many messages that the phonegged upon startup.


    99+ WeChat messages.


    Plus Luo Ting and Yangyang bombarded her with thirty or forty calls.


    What¡¯s going on?


    Just as Jiang Mian was about to call back, Luo Ting¡¯s call came through again.


    She instinctively tapped to answer.


    "Ancestor! You¡¯ve finally turned on your phone. How can you turn it off at such a critical time? You¡¯re not even at home; are you trying to ascend to heaven?"


    Since early morning at six o¡¯clock until now, Luo Ting hasn¡¯t been able to reach Jiang Mian; she even went to her house looking for her, only to be told by the housekeeper that President Fu and his wife were not home for the night, and she wasn¡¯t sure where they were.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s brow furrowed slightly, feeling like something was up.


    Her throat was still a bit sore, and her voice was husky: "What happened?"


    Holy shit??


    Luo Ting nearly blurted it out.


    What on earth did this ancestor go through yesterday? Her voice is totally unrecognizable.


    It seemed somewhat understandable that she slept until this time.


    After a two-second pause, Luo Ting said: "We¡¯ve already managed the PR for what happened with Xia Shengst night, but her fans are tough nuts to crack¡ªit won¡¯t get better anytime soon."


    "And Xia Sheng posted a photo of her having tea with Director He, subtly revealing the behavior of a done deal."


    "Now everyone thinks Floating is confirmed, and her fans are all the more eager to curse you out."


    Jiang Mian mustered the strength to sit up.


    Hiss¡ª


    A million ¡¯mmp¡¯s flew through her mind.


    Some man had no sense of sportsmanship.


    Jiang Mian opened Weibo and found herselfpletely besieged.


    Little green tea¡¯s pets sure are clingy.


    [Jiang Mian suspected of falling out with Xia Shengst night {Photo}]


    [She¡¯s just fighting over resources, this woman has such a petty, damsel temper]


    [Damn it! She actually did that to our Sheng, speechless]


    [Our Sheng is so polite, yet she tantly said she didn¡¯t want to, who gave you the face?]


    ...


    This was a Weibo post from the middle of the night.


    Jiang Mian had scrolled only twice when the page went nk.


    Hmm??


    Jiang Mian scrolled again, and the page was really gone.


    Someone had cleaned up the za again.


    Jiang Mian looked up to see the man lounging carelessly in front of her: "Was it you?"


    Fu Sichen responded with a casual smile, proudly and without humility: "It was necessary."


    Xia Sheng v: [Seeing an old friend, the joy is exceptional {Photo}]


    [Congratting our Sheng on sessfully securing Floating]


    [Sheng is so amazing, some people¡¯s looks are all hype, just a vase]


    [Just relies on connections, what can I say, every day it¡¯s all about cleaning up the za and manipting hot searches]


    [Hate! So disgusting, who knows how many men she¡¯s slept with]


    With the za gone, her fans started to alternate between praise and diss on Xia Sheng¡¯s Weibo post.


    Some even went straight to Jiang Mian¡¯s super topic and to her Weiboments to curse her out.


    She rubbed her temples, feeling a headachee on.


    What are Xia Sheng¡¯s leg hairs, undeveloped elementary schoolers or what?


    "President Fu wouldn¡¯t have cleaned up the za, would he?"


    Jiang Mian immediately edited her Weibo: "Yeah, that¡¯s his handiwork."


    Violently unreasonable.


    Luo Ting was thinking of a way to respond, her voice excited on the phone: "Jiang Mian! Look what you¡¯ve posted again!!"


    Jiang Mian v: [Firstly, it¡¯s not about resources, making friends is about chemistry, no need to waste it on unnecessary people; secondly, regarding the hot search, it was also a surprise to me, maybe some kind-hearted person couldn¡¯t stand it and stepped in (thanks!).]


    [Lastly, pursue your idols rationally, adults should be responsible, and minors need to establish good values even more, I won¡¯t hesitate to send out cease and desist letters one by one, thanks for cooperating!]

 Chapter 221: Complete Tonic Soup

    <h4>Chapter 221: Chapter 221: Complete Tonic Soup</h4>


    Jiang Mian finished posting on Weibo and then went to the Super Topic tofort those fans who had been scolded.


    "I didn¡¯t say anything wrong; it¡¯s all true."


    Luo Ting didn¡¯t have the heart to look at thements below.


    "Sister Ting, it¡¯s okay, it¡¯s okay, now theizens are mainly ying the rebel role."


    Yangyang¡¯s voice suddenly came through the phone.


    Jiang Mian logged out and scrolled through thements below¡ª


    [Makes sense, I really like Jiang Mian¡¯s mouth!]


    [Just a passerby, but I can¡¯t stand Xia Sheng¡¯s fans either, even though I think she¡¯s okay]


    [The idol and fansplement each other; without proper restraint, trouble is bound to happen eventually]


    [Jiang Mian lives up to the name Jiang Duidui, much more straightforward]


    The online reviews were still decent up to that point, with no significant troubles.


    "Sister Ting, I¡¯m going to sleep some more; I can¡¯t take it anymore."


    Luo Ting felt sorry for her: "Alright, continue sleeping."


    Jiang Mian hung up the phone, tossed it aside, wrapped herself in the nket, and red at Fu Sichen, "Stop staring. Yourdy needs to rest a bit more, don¡¯t disturb me."


    Falling asleep at dawn with the crowing of the roosters and sleeping a little more now is hardly excessive.


    It should be fine.


    Fu Sichen stepped forward, gently ruffled Jiang Mian¡¯s hair, and said indulgently with a smile, "Hmm, I¡¯ll go outside and see what to eatter."


    *


    By the time Jiang Mian got ready and sat down in the restaurant, it was already past one o¡¯clock.


    "Dear guests, please give your feedback on our services."


    Su Yuchuan received the messagest night that Fu Sichen and Jiang Mian would being, and immediately had someone prepare the hot spring pool.


    He came early this morning just to watch the show.


    He pulled out a chair very naturally and sat down in front of them.


    Jiang Mianzily nced at Su Yuchuan and leisurely dabbed her mouth with a napkin, "Not very good, especially at corrupting children."


    Su Yuchuan immediately knew what thedy meant andughed out loud, "No worries, Sister Jiang, we prepared it specially for you. The hot spring and the room are exclusive to you."


    Listening to Jiang Mian¡¯s tone, it seemed President Fu had a veryfortable day yesterday.


    Su Yuchuan got the waiter to serve two small cups of something.


    "VIP-level treatment."


    He pushed the two small cups towards Jiang Mian and Fu Sichen with a smile on his face.


    An ominous feeling came over Jiang Mian; she focused her gaze on the cup in front of Fu Sichen.


    The cover was lifted, and the steam spread.


    !!!


    What kind of nourishing tonic is this?


    Fu Sichen¡¯s lips curved slightly, and with narrowed eyes, he looked up at Su Yuchuan, who was enjoying the show, "President Su has indeed thought everything through."


    Thought through my ass.


    Just woke up and drinking this; not worried about bleeding from all orifices?


    "More suitable for your male physique; President Su can keep it for himself."


    Two men sharing a cup each would be perfect.


    Just as Su Yuchuan was about to back away, he caught a glimpse of a familiar figure: "President Lin?"


    ?!!!


    At the same time, Jiang Mian and Fu Sichen turned their heads, and all eyes met, seeming to quiet down for a moment.


    Big brother?!!


    He was supposed to be at thepany recently, running off to North City for no good reason.


    And she waspletely clueless about it.


    Surprise also flickered across Su Yuchuan¡¯s eyes; as he was about to get up with a smile, he heard a pleasant female voice sounding a bit coquettish, "Lin Chen, how could you not wait for me."


    What the fuck?!!


    Bloody hell!!!


    Su Yuchuan abruptly got up and pulled over the woman walking towards Lin Chen: "Su Lixing! What is going on!"


    Seeing her cousin, Su Lixing¡¯s beautiful eyes widened in shock, "Bro, what are you doing here?"


    "I own it; why can¡¯t I be here?"


    "You¡¯re usually too busy toe here..."


    She muttered under her breath, then suddenly realized something was wrong and stopped herself immediately.

 Chapter 222: You Must Take Responsibility After Sleeping with Someone

    <h4>Chapter 222: Chapter 222: You Must Take Responsibility After Sleeping with Someone</h4>


    Hearing that remark, Su Yuchuan¡¯s gaze flickered over to Su Lixing¡¯s fair neck. His expression changed slightly, and he gritted his teeth, "So when I¡¯m not around, you take the opportunity to visit with President Lin?"


    His sister had even inquired about his absence.


    She had brazenly brought someone right to their doorstep.


    Caught red-handed, Su Lixing simply threw caution to the wind, looped her arm through Lin Chen¡¯s, and dered proudly, "What about having my boyfriend here?"


    "You!!"


    Su Yuchuan was so angry he couldn¡¯t find the words to speak.


    He turned and walked back to where he had been standing before.


    Su Lixing¡¯s eyes narrowed slightly with a touch of pride, about to say something more to her cousin, when her expression suddenly changed.


    "Good noon, handsome guy and beautifuldy."


    Jiang Mian flicked her red lips up, waving at them with a face full of interest.


    What the hell?!?!


    Su Lixing immediately lowered her head, pulling Lin Chen and trying to head outside, "Let¡¯s slip away, now¡¯s our chance."


    Lin Chen chuckled softly and pulled Su Lixing back, "Even an ugly bride needs to meet the family."


    !!!


    Lin Chen!


    Who are you calling ugly!


    You¡¯re the ugly one!!!


    Miss Su couldn¡¯t stand it when others called her ugly in her presence, and she immediately stood up arrogantly.


    A minuteter, the five of them sat down at a table. Jiang Mian took a sip of water and cleared her throat, "You two sneaking around behind our backs, brother, since when did you start liking this kind of drama?"


    Such a low-key romance wasn¡¯t Lin Chen¡¯s style.


    Lin Chen had an egg in his hand that he was peeling, "She likes it."


    Unspoken was, if she likes it, that¡¯s enough for me to y along.


    "..."


    This is my tough big brother??


    Just like a sweet and obedient little wife.


    Tsk tsk tsk.


    Su Lixing, the person concerned, was burying her head in her food, trying to hide from everyone¡¯s scrutiny.


    Especially her cousin¡¯s resentful nces and her best friend¡¯s questioning looks.


    She felt so embarrassed she could die, never in her life had she felt this awkward.


    Unexpectedly, Fu Sichen once again brought the focus back to her.


    What¡¯s with this man!


    Is he trying to kill me!!


    She nced up at Jiang Mian, "I didn¡¯t mean to not tell you on purpose, we haven¡¯t been together that long."


    "Not for long?"


    "Yes!"


    Su Lixing reached out under the table to hold Lin Chen¡¯s hand, signaling him to keep quiet.


    But before she could stop him, she heard the man¡¯s deep voice next to her, a dangerous tone lurking within, "Su Lixing, you have responsibilities after sleeping with someone, how long have you not..."


    "Eh!!"


    "Let¡¯s eat breakfast, let¡¯s eat breakfast."


    Su Lixing quickly covered Lin Chen¡¯s mouth with her hand, "Shh! We can talk about private stuff behind closed doors, let¡¯s keep it low key."


    I can¡¯t take this!!


    Su Yuchuan stood up abruptly, "You eat, if you need anything, ask the staff."


    Dog-love on disy, each couple more painful to watch than thest.


    Especially having to watch his own garden¡¯s cabbage being ruined by a pig.


    Su Yuchuan couldn¡¯t bear to listen to another word.


    "Cousin!"


    Before Su Yuchuan left, he dropped a line, "Hide it better. If the family finds out, President Lin is going to suffer."


    As the Su Family¡¯s only girl, from a young age her cousins and elders had doted on her.


    Finding out that their carefully protected treasure now belonged to someone else, they surely wouldn¡¯t feel much better than he did.


    "And one more thing, Lin Chen, she¡¯s my sister."


    Jiang Mian and Fu Sichen got up to leave, "Alright, we won¡¯t bother you anymore, but you owe me an exnationter."


    "Sure, sure, I¡¯ll report everything to you in detail."


    Lin Chen nced at his sister, "This is your sister-inw."


    Jiang Mian red back without any courtesy, "This is my best friend!"


    Sister-inw still has her say.

 Chapter 223: I’ll Contact Personally

    <h4>Chapter 223: Chapter 223: I¡¯ll Contact Personally</h4>


    Su Lixing interrupted the siblings¡¯ conversation, "Stop, it¡¯s my fault. Mianmian, you go ahead, I¡¯ll handle your brother."


    Jiang Mian, having slightly gained the upper hand, proudly walked away with Fu Sichen.


    All that was left were Lin Chen¡¯s aggrieved eyes.


    "Why, she¡¯s your sister, and who knows, she might be my sister or even my best friend. Why are you so petty?"


    "Su Lixing, she will definitely be your sister."


    What uncertainty?


    There¡¯s no chance.


    "President Fu, Director He called from the other side, saying he wants to sign Xia Sheng and wants to contact us to sign the contract."


    After sending Jiang Mian to her acting ss and handing her over to Luo Ting, Fu Sichen headed back to thepany.


    On the way, Xu Lai briefed him on the matter.


    Just now, the wife was worried she¡¯d be upset and under pressure.


    Anyone with eyes could see Jiang Mian¡¯s fondness for this film.


    It wasn¡¯t for work, but genuine love.


    "Hmm?"


    Fu Sichen¡¯s monosybic sound made Xu Lai shiver unconsciously.


    What kind of reaction was that from the CEO?


    "Director He said Miss Xia needs to go abroad due to timing issues and wants to settle the contract beforehand. After starting the shoot, she will stay in North City for a while."


    Nice words, all given to her.


    Since learning that Xia Sheng¡¯s team had intentionally impersonated Mrs. Fu, Xu Lai hadn¡¯t had a good impression of this ¡¯moonlight over the inte¡¯.


    Seeing Fu Sichen silent, Xu Lai continued, "ording to my investigation, the other producers of the film are quite satisfied with Miss Xia. It seems Miss Xia has personally been approaching him recently."


    Xu Lai opened up a page on his tablet and handed it to Fu Sichen, "President Fu, this is the professional evaluation of Miss Xia and the wife by industry experts."


    The analysis on it was very objective and rational.


    "The professionals say that one has been overseas for years and her acting skill is unpredictable, and the wife¡¯s ¡¯Linghua¡¯ hasn¡¯t been scheduled for release yet, so it¡¯s hard toment on the acting skills. Miss Xia might have a slight edge."


    "However, the wife¡¯s topicality is on par with Miss Xia, and in terms of beauty, she definitely takes the lead."


    Xu Lai couldn¡¯t help feeling quite proud as he spoke.


    Both scored an overall 97 points.


    The implication was that both were suitable, each with pros and cons.


    Fu Sichen¡¯s expression darkened, his knuckles bent, tapping the tablet, making a "dong dong" sound.


    Xu Lai¡¯s heart tightened with the tapping.


    Hurry up and say something to relieve him, it¡¯s too scary.


    "Go find someone to check on Xia Sheng¡¯s matters abroad, and alsopile all the data on her that Fu Family has directly helped with."


    "Yes, President Fu. And about Director He..."


    "I will contact him personally."


    After Jiang Mian¡¯s acting ss ended, Luo Ting looked at her with a troubled expression.


    "You say."


    Jiang Mian somewhat guessed it.


    Luo Ting sighed deeply, then spoke with a hint of regret, "I asked a friend to inquire from Director He¡¯s side. They say Director He and Xia Sheng will sign a contract, it¡¯s pretty much settled, and they might officially announce it in a couple of days."


    Seeing Jiang Mian silent, Luo Ting continued, "I really don¡¯t understand why Xia Sheng, doing fine overseas, muste back to intervene here."


    Otherwise, Jiang Mian would have had a great chance at ¡¯Floating Life.¡¯


    "But it¡¯s also theirck of discernment. We won¡¯tck these opportunities in the future."


    Jiang Mian¡¯s lips slightly pursed, suddenly letting out augh, "Truly foolish."


    With those brief three words, Luo Ting could feel the suppressed emotions in Jiang Mian.


    The calmer this youngdy appeared, the more it signaled there was an issue.


    "Everyone is fooled, never seen actors y so realistically in real life..."


    "Sister Ting, I need to think."


    Think about what?


    Before Luo Ting could speak, she saw Jiang Mian pull out her earphones and eye mask, leaning on the Soft Pillow, turning her head to the other side.

 Chapter 224: Baby, I’m also wronged

    <h4>Chapter 224: Chapter 224: Baby, I¡¯m also wronged</h4>


    Luo Ting didn¡¯t say much more.


    At this time,forting her artist might just add to the stress.


    Better to focus on finding good resources for her.


    She couldn¡¯t believe she couldn¡¯t outdo Xia Sheng!


    Sooner orter, she would show that little white flower!


    Thinking of this gave Luo Ting, the agent, some motivation.


    At nine o¡¯clock at night.


    Beijing Mansion.


    Jiang Mian had gone to bed early, and when Fu Sichen lifted the nket andy down, he naturally ced his hand on the woman¡¯s waist.


    The woman in his arms shrank to one side slightly, her voice faint, "Stay away from me."


    ??


    Fu Sichenughed angrily, Mrs. Fu¡¯s temper was ring up, and she was cutting off all rtions.


    "Because of Floating?"


    Jiang Mian pursed her red lips slightly, not saying much.


    "I just found out about it this afternoon too, it was their side doing things on their own."


    Fu Sichen grasped her slender waist again, whispering in Jiang Mian¡¯s ear, "Baby, I¡¯m also wronged."


    Whew!!!


    Jiang Mian¡¯s ears instantly turned red, along with her whole pale face, and her heartbeat unconsciously quickened.


    What was this damn man doing!!!


    Didn¡¯t he see she was in a bad mood today!!


    Jiang Mian pushed Fu Sichen away, "Shut up, I don¡¯t want to hear you talk."


    Especially the words "baby."


    Who could stand it?


    The mobile phone on the bedside suddenly vibrated, Jiang Mian didn¡¯t even feel like answering.


    Fu Sichen took it and answered on speaker.


    "Jiang Mian! Audition! Floating audition!"


    Luo Ting¡¯s voice on the other end was exceptionally excited.


    !!!


    Jiang Mian nced at the phone¡¯s caller ID, immediately got up, and took over the call, "What did you say? Wasn¡¯t it decided for Xia Sheng?"


    She was somewhat surprised, even worried that they were ying tricks on them.


    "Really! I just got the call and confirmed it three times. Xia Sheng¡¯s side didn¡¯t say much, just asked us to be ready for the audition tomorrow."


    "They said thest-minute notice was a bit interrupting, but they already sent the address and time."


    The phone also caught other sounds from coordinating work, "Alright, get some rest early; I¡¯ll pick you up tomorrow."


    "And, uh, be mindful tonight."


    The marks from yesterday were still there.


    If anotheryer was added tonight, concealer might not even save her tomorrow.


    Luo Ting immediately hung up, leaving Jiang Mian somewhat stunned by the news.


    What a tremendous turnaround.


    A done deal, yet could change like this?


    "Now, will you still want me to stay away from you?"


    Fu Sichen wrapped his arms around Jiang Mian¡¯s slender waist from behind.


    Jiang Mian paused for two seconds, then suddenly thought of something, her red lips lifting into a bright arc.


    "As close as you want."


    She took the initiative to snuggle up to Fu Sichen,pletely devoid of her earlier temperament.


    So soft it was killing him.


    A posture entirely at his disposal.


    Fu Sichen curved his lips and tucked her properly under the nket, "Let¡¯s sleep."


    ??


    Just sleep??


    Fu Sichen was actually willing to abstain tonight.


    The next second brought a meaningful threat from the man, "Mrs. Fu, keep looking at me, and you¡¯ll truly miss the audition tomorrow."


    "Or do you want to hear ¡¯baby¡¯ all night?"


    No, no.


    Jiang Mian adjusted the nket and fell into a deep sleep, cuddling with Fu Sichen.


    The moonlight was soft; the breeze was gentle.


    A good night¡¯s sleep...


    ¡ª


    Audition site for "Floating Life"


    Green Room


    "Sister Mianmian, Sister Mianmian!"


    Yangyang rushed in, "I just heard that Xia Sheng wasn¡¯t satisfied with Director He¡¯s audition; she might not even show up now."


    Jiang Mian raised her eyebrows slightly, pausing her script flip, "A threat?"


    She lifted her lips in a smile, her voiceced with a casual sneer, "Let¡¯s see if Director He buys into her act."

 Chapter 225: Audition

    <h4>Chapter 225: Chapter 225: Audition</h4>


    Jiang Mian wasn¡¯t the only one auditioning today; He Lei had picked five or six good candidates from the actors he was in contact with for a collective audition.


    No wonder, Xia Sheng would be dissatisfied.


    Who would be happy to see the duck that¡¯s almost in their mouth fly away?


    It¡¯s just that He Lei was ate bloomer, only achieving sess in his thirties, and now approaching fifty, he may not necessarily be willing to resort to these tactics, even if that person was also very important to him.


    Xia Sheng was gambling.


    But this was a gamble she was bound to lose.


    "Almost time, it¡¯s our turn."


    Luo Ting came over to urge Jiang Mian after receiving a notification from a staff member.


    Jiang Mian closed the script and stood up.


    "Rx, don¡¯t be nervous; with that nearly worn-out script you have, you¡¯ll know whatever you draw."


    The audition involved randomly drawing content from the script, but the actors auditioning had all switched to in white clothes, aiming to create an immersive feeling for the viewers.


    Luo Ting and Yangyang watched the slender figure head off, thinking how this youngdy had really endured a lot.


    The scene Jiang Mian drew was one of a push-and-pull nature.


    The female lead was a ck-hearted rabbit in sheep¡¯s clothing, outwardly docile but actually very harsh.


    The scene was a true test of an actor¡¯s gaze, as most of the dynamics were hidden within the details.


    There were three people sitting in front of her: Director He Lei, an old actor with a thoughtful expression, and someone who appeared to be the editor of the film.


    He Lei introduced Jiang Mian softly to the old actor by his side.


    She lifted her gaze and sized her up, a pretty girl indeed.


    Just hope she¡¯s not just a vase.


    He Lei said, "We can begin now."


    To enhance the overall feel, they had specifically chosen a fitting bgm for the audition.


    As the music started, Jiang Mian¡¯snguid and beautiful eyes instantly transformed, bing cool and sharp.


    Her facial expression remained unchanged, her fingertips pressing lightly against the pads of her fingers.


    Then she smiled, her pleasant and melodious voice sounding, "You and me?"


    Her voice, rolling leisurely with a seductive undertone, her clear and clean eyes shimmering, "Meaning nothing at all?"


    The three sitting down shifted their expressions as they watched the woman be the character in a split second, a sh of amazement in their eyes.


    Everything around them seemed to make them more like outsiders.


    The old actor¡¯s frown rxed, and a pleased smile appeared on his face.


    When the music stopped, Jiang Mian slowly emerged from the character, nodding slightly.


    He Lei looked at the materials in his hand, "I¡¯ve heard from my brother that you¡¯re quite good; today, upon seeing you, it¡¯s truly a revtion. Have you lost weight?"


    Jiang Mian answered honestly, "Yes, I¡¯ve controlled my weight intentionally. The female lead is cold and frail; I did it to better fit the role."


    He Lei nodded, then whispered something to the scriptwriter beside him.


    The old actor suddenly asked, "How old are you?"


    Jiang Mian was somewhat surprised, "24."


    The old actor said nothing more, "The path of acting is long; you have the talent and the willingness to work hard, so give it your all."


    "Yes, thank you."


    He Lei waved his hand, "You can go out and wait for notification, call the next one in."


    When Jiang Mian came out, she was somewhat surprised. The audition was over this quickly?


    Luo Ting and Yangyang greeted Jiang Mian immediately upon her exit, "How did it go? You didn¡¯t get scolded, did you?"


    Huh?


    "Weren¡¯t you supposed to havee out being scolded?"


    Jiang Mian shook her slender fingertips, "How could that happen? They praised me."


    Due to the presence of other people, Luo Ting and Yangyang held back their emotions too.


    It looked like a sure thing.


    When it was finally announced that Jiang Mian was confirmed for the female lead in "Floating Life," she herself was somewhat in a daze.


    So fast!


    "Don¡¯t space out, get some rest, you¡¯ll have to start getting ready to join the crew."


    During this nearly month-long break when Jiang Mian wasn¡¯t joining any crew, the entire inte was waiting to see her excitement, and now she had decisively pped those faces¡ªit was all very exhrating.

 Chapter 226: Turbulence

    <h4>Chapter 226: Chapter 226: Turbulence</h4>


    "Floating Life" announced its female lead as Jiang Mian on the same day.


    Below was a video, just a small clip of Jiang Mian¡¯s audition.


    In just a few seconds, it was gripping and heart-wrenching.


    This stirred up another frenzy.


    [Jiang Xiaomian! Amazing!!]


    [Damn! Can I just say Jiang Mian has slimmed down a lot, already beautiful, and now her bone structure is just stunning]


    [What¡¯s going on with your movie! Wasn¡¯t it supposed to be Xia Sheng, and now you¡¯ve sumbed to capital again?]


    [Exactly, Xia Sheng was about to sign the contract, and now you¡¯ve changed faces too quickly]


    [The video is here for fairpetition, would Mianmian need a powerful backer to spend over a month studying?!]


    After Jiang Mian secured "Floating Life," her fans were justifiably shing head-on with Xia Sheng¡¯s fans.


    After all, they were the ones being pped in the face.


    Soon, Xia Sheng¡¯s fans single-handedly made this incident trend on social media.


    #FloatingLifeXiaSheng#


    [The director team sumbed to capital, Xia Sheng had the contract signed, and now the lead is switched, the entertainment industry is still dominated by capital, can only talented people without connections get buried?!!]


    Followed by one usation after another.


    Yangyang was sitting in the car, couldn¡¯t help but speak up as he saw the rapidly evolving situation online: "Xia Sheng really indulges her fans."


    "She¡¯s not indulging them, she¡¯s using them as a shield."


    Securing the lead for "Floating Life" brought even more coboration requests for Jiang Mian.


    Luo Ting was also trying to reach out to higher-end brands, Jiang Mian indeed needed the support of big names now.


    "Quick, Director He must be so headache-ridden by now, he¡¯se out to speak."


    All three focused their attention on the Weibo post from He Lei¡ª


    He Lei v: [Casting was fair, just, and open. Everyone¡¯s audition videos exist, only released Jiang Mian¡¯s to protect other actors, but it can still be used as evidence forwsuits]


    [Regarding Ms. Xia Sheng¡¯s fan¡¯s statements, your principal was absent without reason, and our staff has been unable to reach her despite constant attempts]


    [Opportunities go to the prepared, no point in further discussion, judge for yourselves]


    He Lei even released the chat records of the staff trying to contact during the audition period, including notifications sent to the assistant and other team members.


    But there was no response whatsoever.


    [Xia Sheng¡¯s fans must feel silly, their principal let them down, and they ended up being used as a shield]


    [It¡¯s been so long, and she still hasn¡¯t said anything]


    [I¡¯ve always thought Xia Sheng¡¯s fans were impressive, but they chose the wrong person, Xia Sheng really doesn¡¯t seem to care about her fans]


    [What if something happened to our Sheng Sheng, an emergency so she couldn¡¯t see it]


    ...


    After Jiang Mian¡¯s audition, she grabbed Su Lixing for a little catch-up that night.


    Actually, it was more like an interrogation.


    The two tacitly chose a sauna room, and after sweating it out, they sat down in the lounge.


    "I¡¯ve told you everything I know."


    Jiang Mian wasn¡¯t curious about these things,zily said, "When do I think about going back to see my parents."


    Seeing her own brother like this, he probably wouldn¡¯t let go.


    Su Lixing shook her head: "Not so soon!"


    This meant meeting the parents would soon lead to talks of marriage.


    Their parents getting together, Lin Chen and herself would probably go mad.


    Pressured into marriage.


    Su Lixing browsed through her phone, suddenly changed the subject: "Xia Sheng¡¯s fans must have smearedrd on their eyes, acting crazy everywhere, I¡¯ve really had enough, they even say they saw you entering high-end venues with a sugar daddy."


    "Fuck, spreading rumors, their mouths stink."


    Jiang Mian looked at this negativement, truly a nasty one sent towards Xia Sheng¡¯s fans.

 Chapter 227: Fans Love Watching

    <h4>Chapter 227: Chapter 227: Fans Love Watching</h4>


    People below were expecting a follow-up scandal,


    but to their surprise, Jiang Mian personally got involved.


    Jiang Mian v: "What upscale ce is that, I want to hear too!"


    "OMG OMG!"


    "The star herself is here, Jiang Mian is really tough"


    "This sister is so genuine, obviously sitting in an untainted heart, not a shred of guilt"


    "Any clear-headed person knows this is nonsense"


    ...


    The negativements were immediately washed away.


    "Jiang Mian! What are you doing! Ancestors, that¡¯s not how you should use Weibo."


    Luo Ting was still immersed in Jiang Mian securing an S+ big IP film production a second ago, and the next second she was harshly pulled back to reality.


    Thisdy¡¯s boldness was just too immense.


    "Fans love it."


    Luo Ting gasped.


    A straightforward female celebrity encountering rebelliousizens.


    She let it be.


    *


    After the female lead was confirmed, the male lead of "Floating Life" was quickly settled as well, being the rising popr actor Bai Yu, who previously starred with Yu Xinting.


    Regarding this, Yu Xinting even joked, "Bai Yu is forever, the female leadse and go."


    It¡¯s just that neither of the CPs were easy to hype.


    One didn¡¯t dare to hype, the other couldn¡¯t be hyped.


    These past few days, Jiang Mian had been busymunicating with the staff of "Floating Life" about makeup and other issues, including makeup tests, and she had moved directly into thergest film and television base in North City.


    He Lei¡¯s efficiency was high, and after all preparations were done, he announced the official start of the shoot.


    At the opening ceremony, Jiang Mian saw her husband whom she hadn¡¯t seen for a while, and next to him was Xia Sheng.


    Damn??


    Yangyang couldn¡¯t help but curse inwardly.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s eyes narrowed slightly, she nced in their direction and quickly looked away.


    Disgusting things.


    Fu Sichen: ?? Scolded Mrs. Fu.


    "Miss Jiang."


    Suddenly a polite, reservedugh came from not too far away


    Jiang Mian turned her head, and what caught her eye was the graceful and elegant Bai Yu, his facial features smooth and superior under the sunlight, utterly charming.


    From afar to near, he seemed like a refined young master stepping out of a painting.


    Standing beside her, Yangyang suppressed the excitement in his heart.


    No wonder his fans hyped his appearance to the skies.


    He did look handsomer in person than in photos.


    Saying his appearance, temperament, and abilities coexist wasn¡¯t exaggerated at all.


    Jiang Mian smiled politely, responding, "Young Master Bai?"


    Bai Yu suddenly burst intoughter, people from outside rarely called him ¡¯Mr.¡¯, more ustomed to calling him ¡¯Young Master¡¯, the sessor of Lu Yunzhou.


    A refined young master, gentle as jade.


    "Looking forward to learning more from Teacher Jiang in the future."


    "Nice to meet you, you¡¯re too kind, Teacher Bai."


    Bai Yu was a bit surprised, the rumors outside said Jiang Mian was a bit of a spoileddy, hard to get along with.


    It seems the entertainment circle¡¯s rumors really hurt people.


    "The staff over there said they want both of you to take a few groups of photos for the movie¡¯s publicity."


    Bai Yu stepped aside, slightly smiled, "Teacher Jiang, please."


    Jiang Mian nodded slightly: "Thank you."


    The staff walked satisfied beside them.


    Such cooperative male and female leads are hard to find!!


    Polite small talk, maintaining a pull, calling each other ¡¯Teacher¡¯ back and forth.


    A pair of handsome men and beautiful women.


    She had already started secretly preparing for the future sugar-hitting.


    "Sichen, Jiang Mian isn¡¯t as great as you think, you see..."


    Fu Sichen and Xia Sheng stared at the two departing figures.


    Fu Sichen¡¯s voice was very deep, with a hint of coldness: "Xia Sheng, I haven¡¯t intervened in things you¡¯ve done, but it doesn¡¯t mean I haven¡¯t seen them, especially don¡¯t mess with Jiang Mian, she¡¯s someone you can¡¯t afford to provoke."


    "You weren¡¯t like this before, what spell did she cast on you?"


    Fu Sichen¡¯s eyes and expression softened a lot: "No spell has been cast, I¡¯m willing, she is my light."

 Chapter 228: Scumbag

    <h4>Chapter 228: Chapter 228: Scumbag</h4>


    Xu Lai stood to the side, tearfully moved.


    Then he nced at Xia Sheng standing nearby, wishing he could join them.


    Why wouldn¡¯t this woman just disappear?


    It had nothing to do with her, yet she came to stir up excitement.


    Unfortunately, the president of herpany had bad luck and bumped into her right at the entrance.


    Obviously, Mrs. Fu had seen everything.


    "Sister Mianmian, it seems like Xia Sheng came today to apologize to Director He."


    After Jiang Mian finished taking a few sets of photos, she went back to the lounge to sit for a while.


    She chuckled lightly, her voice carrying azy tone, "pping someone then giving them candy, she¡¯s really used to ying this game."


    "I don¡¯t know, but she was smiling and offering to buy milk tea for the crew, acting as if she owned the ce; I really don¡¯t know what status she¡¯s assuming here."


    Ever since Yangyang became Jiang Mian¡¯s assistant, she was the first to know the gossip once they entered a set.


    Luo Ting was quite relieved to let her follow Jiang Mian.


    "Ding¡ª"


    Jiang Mian¡¯s phone vibrated twice, and she received a few messages on WeChat.


    Lin Chen: "Here¡¯s all the information on Xia Sheng, take a look yourself."


    Lin Chen: "Asking your husband would have been faster; the Fu family knows more about their sponsored students."


    Jiang Xiaomian: "Asking him about his old me, I¡¯m not that generous."


    Jiang Mian lowered her gaze and opened several files with attached images.


    Besides the information about Xia Sheng, her elder brother had investigated more about her dealings abroad.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s eyes brightened as she focused on a particr detail.


    "Xia Sheng has a mixed-race son, 3 years old this year."


    This piece of news would definitely be explosive in the entertainment circle.


    Her phone vibrated again, and Lin Chen sent another message.


    Lin Chen: "What does Su Lixing like?"


    ???


    Such a random question left Jiang Mian somewhat bewildered.


    Just as she was about to reply, another message popped up.


    Lin Chen: "Never mind, she likes me."


    ?? What an illness!


    Jiang Mian¡¯s lips pursed into a line, wishing she could give her own brother a good beating.


    Acting all high and mighty because he¡¯s in love!


    And unting it too!!!


    Jiang Xiaomian: "Don¡¯t make me show these chat logs to Ms. Jiang / knife emoji."


    Lin Chen: "Farewell."


    "Knock knock knock."


    A knock sounded at the door: "Teacher Jiang, our Sister Sheng is offering milk tea to the entire crew and has sent a cup for you too."


    Yangyang went to open the door.


    It was Xia Sheng¡¯s assistant.


    Yangyang graciously thanked them, "Thanks for Ms. Xia¡¯s kind gesture, but our Sister Mianmian isn¡¯t feeling welltely and can¡¯t have anything cold, sorry."


    The assistant looked a bit troubled, and Yangyang¡¯s phone rang, prompting her to answer immediately, "Hello."


    She hinted to the assistant that she was busy and then she closed the door of the lounge again.


    Jiang Mian ended the call: "Improvement, seems like Sister Ting taught you quite a bit."


    Yangyang, slightly embarrassed by the sudden praise, responded, "With all of you being so capable, I certainly can¡¯tg behind."


    *


    Today had been uneventful, and Jiang Mian returned early from the set to her hotel.


    Upon opening her room door, a familiar figure was sitting on the sofa, muttering something from time to time.


    Yangyang wisely chose not to follow in, instead closing the door herself.


    Jiang Mian crossed her arms and sat down directly on the sofa, her gaze paused on the milk tea on the coffee table, and she muttered, "Jerk."


    Spot on, Fu Sichen ended his video conference, his voice slow, "Mrs. Fu, that¡¯s not quite right to say."


    ?!!


    Wasn¡¯t that man wearing headphones?!


    He could still hear.


    Not focusing on the meeting, and multitasking.

 Chapter 229: Male Green Tea

    <h4>Chapter 229: Chapter 229: Male Green Tea</h4>


    She was righteous and indignant as she pointed at the milk tea on the coffee table. "I always berate people to their faces; receiving milk tea from that little vixen outside and daring to bring it home, it¡¯s as if President Fu doesn¡¯t even see me as his legitimate wife."


    Fu Sichen stepped forward, closing the distance to Jiang Mian, his thin lips slightly curved as a faint chuckle emerged from his throat. "You¡¯re jealous..."


    Jiang Mian weakly pushed Fu Sichen away. "Jealous of what? I¡¯m not a vinegar jar."


    She awkwardly smoothed her hair and nced away.


    "I ran into Xia Sheng on my way here; she insisted on following me, and this milk tea wasn¡¯t even my idea. She forced it on Xu Lai, who left it here when he reported for work."


    Fu Sichen squatted in front of Jiang Mian, his deep ck eyes radiating innocence. "It wasn¡¯t mine..."


    Jiang Mian¡¯s hand stiffened, and the green tea sloshed around. No matter how you looked at it, Fu Sichen was also green tea now.


    Male green tea is terrifying.


    And the kind that ys the victim.


    What¡¯s going on!!


    "Alright, alright."


    Jiang Mian pulled Fu Sichen to his feet, unable to bear the look in that doggish man¡¯s eyes.


    "Bzzz¡ª"


    The phone on the coffee table suddenly started to vibrate.


    Fu Sichen¡¯s eyes lifted slightly as he looked over.


    [Su Yuchuan]


    He pressed the answer button and then switched on the speakerphone.


    "You and Jiang Xiaomian really know how to have fun, turning each other green right in front of each other!"


    "Tsks tsks tsks, I¡¯m really impressed."


    ???


    Jiang Mian and Fu Sichen exchanged a nce.


    What is this person talking about?


    Turning each other green??


    What the hell is that.


    When there was no noise on the phone, Su Yuchuan said, "Hello? Can you hear me?"


    "Or are you really out on a date with another woman?"


    Before Fu Sichen could speak, Jiang Mian beat him to it. "How can you be more dramatic than me, the actor? It¡¯s a pity you¡¯re not on stage."


    "..."


    The other end was silent for two seconds as the brain rapidly switched characters.


    "Jiang Xiaomian, where¡¯s your husband?"


    Jiang Mian¡¯s tone rose, light and lively. "Right beside me, we¡¯re very close. Why are you so nosy?"


    How could he know about such things?


    Young Master Su¡¯s connections are indeed wide.


    "It¡¯s not that I¡¯m nosy, you go and take a look online, the photo posted by the fan ount. There you are, not even acting yet,ughing and talking with the male lead, and I didn¡¯t expect that behind you there¡¯s your husband and that Xia Sheng."


    Turns out it¡¯s the man behind it all.


    Su Yuchuan couldn¡¯t help but tease a few words.


    Jiang Mian no longer paid attention to the conversation between the two men; she busied herself with opening Weibo.


    #PhotoTogetherBaiYuJiangMian#


    [Fan ount photos are amazing!!]


    [Wow! There¡¯s a strange sense of unfamiliarity, but weirdly, they look like a married couple]


    [To the person above, they¡¯ve just started filming, don¡¯t start pairing them up]


    [No, no, look at the couple in the back, the pair in front, fan ount you¡¯re so good at taking pictures]


    ...


    Susu Big Baby: [I¡¯m dying ofughter]


    Susu Big Baby: [Did they not see President Fu and Xia Sheng¡¯s eyes in the back, both ready to murder?]


    One wants to knife Jiang Mian, the other wants to knife Bai Yu.


    Where¡¯s the couple? They must be crazy.


    Susu Big Baby: [I don¡¯t get it, how could that little green tea still be lingering around like a ghost]


    Jiang Mian¡¯s lips twitched as she observed the back-and-forth jabs from her cousin and his sister.


    Jiang Xiaomian: [She has a son]


    Susu Big Baby: [!!]


    This is some juicy gossip.


    Lixing harbored no doubt about what Jiang Mian said, probably already investigated it.


    This gossip is definitely legit.


    Susu Big Baby: [If outsiders knew she had a son, where would her innocent image go?]


    Jiang Mian didn¡¯t say much else, figuring if Xia Sheng behaved herself afterward, she might let her off the hook.


    If not, someone naturally would take care of it.

 Chapter 230: I Won’t Allow It Either

    <h4>Chapter 230: Chapter 230: I Won¡¯t Allow It Either</h4>


    *


    The evening¡¯s kickoff banquet unfolded as expected, with Xia Sheng also making an appearance.


    Moreover, she sat beside He Lei,ughing and chatting with him¡ªone side the director, the other the producer.


    The other actors were all seated below, burying their heads in their food.


    Jiang Mian couldn¡¯t stand the atmosphere anymore and stood up, heading to the bathroom.


    "Whoosh¡ª"


    She rinsed her fair and delicate hands for a long time, the running water slid past, lifting slow droplets.


    "Jiang Mian."


    Hearing the noise, Jiang Mian turned off the faucet and turned around.


    Xia Sheng was standing to the side with a smile brimming with meaning, looking her up and down with a scrutinizing gaze that made Jiang Mian feel somewhat ufortable.


    She pulled several paper towels to dry her hands, casually threw them in the nearby trash bin, and walked out on her high heels, nodding slightly, "Mhm."


    ???


    Xia Sheng was baffled by Jiang Mian¡¯s reaction.


    She stepped forward and blocked Jiang Mian¡¯s path: "Miss Jiang seems a bit rude."


    Jiang Mian¡¯s red lips bent slightly, casually uttering an "Oh": "Some people who have no concept of time are ruder than me."


    Xia Sheng held back her frustration; Jiang Mian sure knew how to provoke.


    "Miss Jiang shouldn¡¯t judge things she doesn¡¯t understand."


    Jiang Mian¡¯s red lips leveled out in indifference. At this critical moment, she really didn¡¯t want to interact much with Xia Sheng.


    It¡¯s just a waste of time to engage in these battles of wits.


    "What does where I go have to do with you?"


    Her gaze fell, and a hint of mockery appeared at the corner of her mouth: "A good dog doesn¡¯t block the path. Miss Xia doesn¡¯t seem to know this saying..."


    "Oh." Jiang Mian covered her mouth, feigning surprise in her tone: "Perhaps living abroad for so long, it¡¯s normal not to know such proverbs."


    You!!!


    Xia Sheng was so infuriated she felt unwell all over; she had never expected Jiang Mian to have such a temperament.


    To be Mrs. Fu, one should be a greatdy of grace and poise.


    Xia Sheng tried to calm herself down, bending her red lips into a smile: "I didn¡¯t expect you to be so eloquent. I wonder if President Fu knows? Mrs. Fu..."


    Jiang Mian truly admired Xia Sheng¡¯sposure.


    No wonder she had climbed to her current position, unshaken in the eyes of others.


    She¡¯s not a little green tea; she¡¯s a fully-bloomed, thousand-year-old white lotus.


    Hearing the words "Mrs. Fu" from Xia Sheng¡¯s mouth, Jiang Mianughed, her tone winding yfully: "President Fu certainly knows, and there¡¯s even more he knows that you don¡¯t. Want me to share with you?"


    "Jiang Mian, you¡¯re really not worthy of Sichen. What does he even see in you?"


    What does he see in me?


    Jiang Mian¡¯s brows lifted slightly, her eyes gleaming with a flush, righteous and bold: "He likes that I¡¯m beautiful, that I¡¯m young; you can call this an old man doting on a young woman."


    Nearby, the swaying shadow of a man chuckled warmly, the sound deep and low.


    Xia Sheng was at a loss for words to Jiang Mian¡¯s proud and confident tone.


    The man she secretly revered in her heart¡ªhow did he be valueless in Jiang Mian¡¯s mouth?


    "I remember someone impersonating me at the auction. Oh right, those auction sessions were all reimbursed by my husband. He¡¯s very good to me."


    Outying the green tea role so well that the original can¡¯t even find her path.


    "Jiang Mian! You¡¯re going to ruin him like this, you¡¯re using him, you don¡¯t really love him!"


    Jiang Mian looked at Xia Sheng as she gradually fell apart, her smile unrestrained, her beautiful eyes somewhat defiant and fierce: "Using him? When you exploited the title of Mrs. Fu for hype, wasn¡¯t that you using him?! You wish!"


    "From start to finish, it was only you using him, Xia Sheng, you¡¯re not worthy, and I won¡¯t allow it."


    Fu Sichen, he¡¯s always been untouchable.


    No one can tarnish him.


    "Also, of course I love him, and he loves me very much. Otherwise, why would he insist on exercising with me every day, and by the way, he¡¯s amazing in bed."


    Xia Sheng¡¯s face turned red and white, speechless.

 Chapter 231: It’s Just Right for Us to Go Back

    <h4>Chapter 231: Chapter 231: It¡¯s Just Right for Us to Go Back</h4>


    "Mrs. Fu, speaking so poorly of your husband every day outside, he might not be able to stand it."


    A deep, maic voice spoke, and both Jiang Mian and Xia Sheng looked over.


    "Husband~"


    Without hesitation, Jiang Mian stepped forward and looped her arm through Fu Sichen¡¯s, her voice clear and gentle, devoid of the arrogant pride from moments before.


    When Xia Sheng saw the approaching man, her expression turned ugly.


    When had he arrived, and how much had he heard, how much had he seen?


    She stuttered twice, "Sichen... I..."


    "Miss Xia, please have some self-respect."


    "I..."


    Fu Sichen drew Jiang Mian into his embrace, "If you want to keep your son safe, don¡¯t touch what you shouldn¡¯t. This is thest warning."


    His words were cool with a hint of coldness, leaving Xia Sheng feeling as destitute as if she had been fished out of water.


    She really couldn¡¯t hide anything from him.


    Fu Sichen looked down at the woman in his arms, her triumphant expression earning a doting smile from him, "It seems Mrs. Fu is not so surprised. Have you been investigating?"


    "Of course, if you¡¯re unting your affair in front of me, how could I not give myself some insurance? If you dare cheat on me, I¡¯ll bury you both together."


    "Know thyself and know thy enemy, and you will never be in peril. That¡¯s what President Fu himself taught me."


    Fu Sichen tapped Jiang Mian¡¯s head gently with his finger, "It¡¯s like teaching the apprentice starves the master."


    "But since Mrs. Fu likes me so much alive, perhaps tonight we have an opportunity to review that."


    "..."


    Suddenly, Jiang Mian¡¯s smiling face froze slightly, realizing she might have taken it too far.


    "Um, you can let me go now. We¡¯re about to enter the private box."


    "They¡¯ve finished."


    Hmm??


    That quickly!


    She hadn¡¯t been gone for very long either.


    Fu Sichen¡¯s tone was casual, slowly speaking, "I told them to disperse."


    Great.


    Before Jiang Mian had time to react, Fu Sichen whispered in her ear, "Let¡¯s go, we¡¯re heading back..."


    "Just perfect."


    Boom!!!


    Jiang Mian¡¯s head exploded into chaos.


    It was all a jumbled mess in her mind after that.


    She didn¡¯t even know how she survived that ordeal.


    Fu Sichen definitely lived up to the name of a bastard dog!!


    Was he that excited?!!!


    She still had filming tomorrow, wuu wuu...


    Gathering thest bit of her strength, Jiang Mian sent a message to Luo Ting.


    Jiang Xiaomian: [Sister Ting, the concealer is in the studio, please bring me some tomorrow (I forgot...)]


    Luo Ting: [Jiang Mian, you! You have filming!! Do you have to be so brazen?]


    ¡ª


    The next day, Fu Sichen didn¡¯t stay but went back to work.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s filming progressed exceptionally fast. She and Bai Yu were a good match, and many of their scenes satisfied everyone after just two or three takes.


    Perhaps because Xia Sheng had threatened Fu Sichenst time, things had indeed quieted down a lot since.


    Even Yangyang said everything felt strangely off.


    During the National Day holiday, He Lei gave them a short break.


    After the relentless workload, Jiang Mian came home and copsed into a whole day¡¯s sleep.


    Then the next day, she dragged Su Lixing off on a vacation.


    "Tell me, can¡¯t you spare me and go bother my brother instead?"


    Jiang Mian lifted her eye mask on the private jet, her eyes still red with vestiges of sleep, her eyebrows and eyes holding a hint of grumpiness from just waking up.


    "You¡¯ve slept for a day already and still not enough? We need to find a ce to rx."


    This National Day trip was because Pei Jingyue had found a beautiful ind and directly bought it.


    This time it was an invitation for everyone toe and have fun.


    But when a few men get together, they always talk about work, and Pei Jingyue was off messing around alone somewhere.


    Now Su Lixing was bored to death on the ne.


    So she had no choice but to pester Jiang Mian.

 Chapter 232: President Fu’s Words and Deeds

    <h4>Chapter 232: Chapter 232: President Fu¡¯s Words and Deeds</h4>


    "Hey, how has it been filming with Superstar Bai recently? I saw online that he¡¯s charming, handsome, and has the whole package. When can I visit the set to meet him?"


    Jiang Mian removed her eye mask and took a sip of water, "Look at you, you¡¯re definitely not satisfied by my brother."


    Aaaah!!!


    Su Lixing subconsciously covered her ears, "Jiang Xiaomian! When did your brain turn into trash?"


    Jiang Mian watched Su Lixing¡¯s face gradually flush andughed even harder.


    Looks like Brother is doing alright.


    "I just woke up, let me weigh in."


    Weigh in on what.


    They really need President Fu to take care of them.


    No, it¡¯s probably President Fu leading by example.


    Forget it, you can¡¯t get two kinds of people from one quilt.


    "So, how much longer do you have on this film? After it¡¯s done, I¡¯m thinking of going abroad in December..."


    Su Lixing blinked at Jiang Mian.


    Sure, Jiang Mian could already guess the next words, "Come with me, will you?"


    "Come with me, will you?"


    The two of them spoke the words simultaneously.


    "Reason."


    Jiang Mian probably wouldn¡¯t join a new project in December since it¡¯s close to the end of the year, and it¡¯d be rushed to take on a new role then.


    Probably just waiting for "Linghua" to officially announce its release date, along with some end-of-year business and red carpet events.


    There would indeed be quite a lot of free time.


    "In December, I know there¡¯s a big jewelry exhibition in North Country, happening once every twenty years. You¡¯ll definitely regret missing it."


    Jiang Mian pressed her lips slightly together, Su Lixing took advantage of the momentum, "I mainly want to see a fashion show, where you can buy what you like directly. If you don¡¯t go, what if you find something you like for the red carpet? You¡¯ll need it."


    "Okay! Just let me know the time in advance."


    "Of course, shopping is always more fun with girlfriends. Men just slow down my shopping pace and mood."


    During the conversation, Jiang Mian received a message from her supreme mother.


    Ms. Jiang: [What¡¯s happening with your brother and Lixing? Are they dating?!]


    What the hell??


    Jiang Mian looked up at Su Lixing.


    Su Lixing was still nning for December, seeing Jiang Mian¡¯s confused expression, she asked, "What¡¯s wrong?"


    Jiang Mian helplessly raised her phone.


    "What the hell?!!"


    Trouble!!!


    "How could your mom know about us keeping things so low-profile!"


    Jiang Mian lifted her chin and nced at the man talking on the sofa in the distance.


    Lin Chen?! For real!


    Jiang Xiaomian: [Mom, where did you hear all this nonsense?]


    Ms. Jiang: [What nonsense, I can tell with your brother. Suddenly putting on a clear phone case, stuffing several pictures of Lixing inside, I may be old but I¡¯m not stupid.]


    What is this.


    This is called being lovestruck.


    Big brother has been so happy every day after falling in love¡ªyou¡¯d think he won the lottery.


    Jiang Mian looked helplessly at her best friend, "No help for it, my brother can¡¯t keep things hidden."


    Especially happy news like this.


    If it weren¡¯t for Su Lixing holding him back, he might have dered it to the world by now.


    Especially happy news like this.


    If it weren¡¯t for Su Lixing holding him back, he might have dered it to the world by now.


    Right afternding on the ind, Su Lixing went straight to settle ounts with Lin Chen.


    "Hmm, then in a couple of days, we¡¯ll go back home when Grandpa calls."


    Fu Sichen hung up the phone, and Jiang Mian sat down: "What¡¯s up with Grandpa?"


    "Nothing much, he just keeps telling us toe home for dinner."


    Jiang Mian found afy position and sank into the sofa, "Then let¡¯s vacation for a couple of days and then go have dinner."


    "Hmm."


    Before she finished speaking, Jiang Mian¡¯s tired eyelids began to droop heavily.


    So sleepy, feels like I could use a nap.


    "Mmm..."

 Chapter 233: Vacation

    <h4>Chapter 233: Chapter 233: Vacation</h4>


    Fu Sichen!!


    What are you doing!


    A chill suddenly crossed Jiang Mian¡¯s soft red lips.


    She opened her eyes wide, and the man had already firmly locked her in his arms.


    Jiang Mian pushed Fu Sichen away, "Back off, I¡¯m dead tired."


    "Later, I still want to take Susu for a stroll by the beach."


    Fu Sichen leaned close to her ear and whispered in a low voice, "Do you think Su Lixing can escape from your brother¡¯s grasp?"


    "..."


    There seemed to be only one answer to this question.


    That¡¯s not an excuse for you to want to exercise in broad daylight!!


    In the end, Jiang Mian yielded to the "Dark Force."


    "Where are they?"


    After taking a stroll outside, Pei Jingyue only saw Su Yuchuan lying alone on a beach chair, drinking red wine and looking quite content.


    Su Yuchuan lifted his sunsses slightly, his tone cold and a bit mncholic, "What do you think, young married couples and lovers in hot romance both disappearing at the same time."


    Pei Jingyue didn¡¯t ask further, his gaze shifting towards the slightly moving curtains of the two vis not far away.


    Great stamina.


    When everyone finally gathered, it was almost sunset.


    Su Lixing and Jiang Mian took quite a few pictures.


    Su Yuchuan looked at the twoters somewhat sarcastically, "Fine, having the family in tow, while us single folks just deserve to sit and enjoy the breeze all afternoon."


    He didn¡¯t know how many times he had dozed off and woken up again, finding this ind truly boring.


    Fu Sichen sipped on some red wine, a slight smile curling on his lips as a low chuckle escaped his throat, "Didn¡¯t your family arrange for you? You chose not to."


    Lin Chen chimed in, "Really, don¡¯t be too picky, Miss Ye from the Ye Family isn¡¯t bad at all."


    Tsk.


    Always bringing up what should be avoided.


    He had agreed toe here just to avoid the chaotic blind dates his family had set up during the National Day holiday, otherwise, he wouldn¡¯t havee even if he were killed.


    "Alright, alright, I¡¯ll shut up."


    Su Yuchuan¡¯s eyes were somewhat dazzled by the scratch marks on the necks of the people before him.


    Damn.


    Just couldn¡¯t bear to look.


    I can¡¯t stand this!!!


    Suffering here as well as suffering back home.


    Might as well jump into the sea and drown.


    At Luo Ting¡¯s request, Jiang Mian also posted a few pictures on Weibo¡ª


    Jiang Mian v: [Happy holiday {picture}{picture}]


    [Ahhh, baby looks so beautiful!]


    [Jiang Xiaomian, do you have to be so gorgeous!!]


    [Did you go to the beach? The scenery and the people are beautiful!!]


    ...


    All thements werepliments for Jiang Mian.


    After posting on Weibo, she just tossed her phone aside.


    In the evening, they lit a bonfire on the beach and made merry until deep into the night.


    *


    During the return flight on a private ne, Su Lixing and Jiang Mian sobbed, both of them sleepy.


    God knows what the two of them had been through these days.


    Is this called a vacation?!


    More like being tortured in a different ce.


    After returning, Jiang Mian and Fu Sichen changed into cleaner clothes and went straight to the Fu Family¡¯s old mansion.


    "Grandpa."


    "Ah, Miss Lin,e here, it¡¯s been a while since you visited."


    Fu Jingcun waved at Jiang Mian, his face filled with a kind and affectionate smile.


    He looked over Jiang Mian carefully, frowning slightly, "You¡¯ve gotten thinner, has Xiao Chen not been letting you eat properly?"


    "Grandpa, it¡¯s for a film role, I won¡¯t restrict my diet after it¡¯s done."


    Fu Jingcun gently patted the back of Jiang Mian¡¯s hand, "Then don¡¯t hold back today, eat plenty."


    "Of course, Grandpa!"


    The other people seated around werepletely ignored, watching the deep affection between the grandfather and his granddaughter-inw.


    Ye Luoxi unconsciously gritted her teeth.


    Ye Zi nced at Ye Luoxi beside her, signaling her not to be so obvious.

 Chapter 234: Everyone Cares About My Central Air Conditioning

    <h4>Chapter 234: Chapter 234: Everyone Cares About My Central Air Conditioning</h4>


    *


    After dinner, Jiang Mian apanied Old Mr. Fu to the study to write for a while.


    "Miss Lin, Fu Sichen took you to see his mother some time ago, right?"


    Jiang Mian stood by and looked up, pausing for two seconds before nodding her head, "Yeah."


    Old Mr. Fu felt there was no need to hide this matter.


    "Sichen, this child, has always acted beyond his years since he was a child, hiding everything in his heart and not sharing with anyone. Now that you two are married, he has started to smile more. Before, he really was as stern as could be."


    Fu Jingcun continued, "He lost his mother at a young age and did not like his father, let alone those strangers..."


    Jiang Mian listened to Old Mr. Fu going on and on about Fu Sichen for a long time.


    She stood to the side, but her heart felt a bit tight.


    Why does it...


    Feel a bit ufortable?


    When Jiang Mian found Fu Sichen, he happened to be sitting in the courtyard drinking tea.


    "Did Grandpa go to sleep?"


    Fu Sichen naturally poured a cup of tea for Jiang Mian, the fragrance of the tea overflowing, wafting distantly.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s tense expression slightly rxed, the crisp scent permeating her nose, very pleasant to smell.


    She took a light sip of tea, "Yeah."


    The sounds around them suddenly quieted down, and Fu Sichen noticed that the woman in front of him was not in the right mood, "Unhappy?"


    Jiang Mian shook her head, looking up and meeting his gaze, her voice slightly soft as she pursed her red lips, "Fu Sichen, you..."


    "If there¡¯s anything going on, just talk to me about it, don¡¯t keep it to yourself."


    Jiang Mian couldn¡¯t think of anything else to say, feeling awkward with every additional word.


    Fu Sichen was startled for a moment, thenughed, "My wife, are you showing concern for me?"


    Damn it!


    Good thing I didn¡¯t let those words out, or this man would definitely be over the moon.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s lips curved into a slight smile, "I¡¯m like central air conditioning, I care about everyone."


    Fu Sichen¡¯s lips thinned into a light smile, and he didn¡¯t say much, feeling rather pleased.


    It seems that when there¡¯s time, I should bring my wife back home more often to see Grandpa.


    Good for marital rtions.


    A figure flickered in the distance.


    ¡ª


    After the National Day holiday, Jiang Mian returned to the set and continued filming as usual.


    ording to He Lei, he had never been a part of something that went so smoothly.


    "Cut!"


    He Lei stood up, "Good, if you continue to work together like this, I could wrap up by the end of October. I even think that some shots can be taken again to refine them further."


    Jiang Mian and Bai Yu stepped forward to watch the footage they had just shot, the intery of nces and details were on point.


    "Get ready for the next scene, we can change locations now."


    Jiang Mian remained standing, wishing to study the scene further, but Yangyang came directly over and pulled Jiang Mian aside.


    ???


    Jiang Mian nearly lost her bnce, looking at Yangyang with confusion, "What¡¯s the matter? Is there a problem again?"


    She could practically predict what Yangyang would say next.


    Yangyang started to speak, then suddenly faltered, stopping mid-sentence.


    Jiang Mian crossed her arms, not particrly perturbed, took a sip of water, "What happened?"


    Yangyang tiptoed and whispered a few words in Jiang Mian¡¯s ear.


    "Cough cough cough!"


    "Sister Mianmian, take it easy; don¡¯t choke."


    Jiang Mian sensed the surrounding stares and sent Yangyang back to the dressing room.


    What a situation.


    A legally married couple: one used of infidelity within marriage, the other knowingly involved.


    Didn¡¯t she and Fu Sichen just dispel those rumors before? Why are people bringing it up again?


    Jiang Mian slightly lifted her eyelids, her voice a bitnguid, "Let¡¯s hear it, what ¡¯evidence¡¯ did the Inte dig up this time?"


    Yangyang conscientiously handed over the phone, his tone a little weak, "This time they¡¯ve even posted photos."

 Chapter 235: Exposure

    <h4>Chapter 235: Chapter 235: Exposure</h4>


    The first photo: At the kick-off banquet, Jiang Mian and Fu Sichen were seen talking andughing as they headed back to a private room.


    The second photo: The two were sitting in a pavilion, drinking tea, still talking andughing, with Fu Sichen refilling Jiang Mian¡¯s tea.


    There was also a summary by aizen: "Suspected that Jiang Mian spent the National Day holiday with President Fu, as the photos they posted on Su Yuchuan¡¯s end perfectly matched the ones from the ind. So, the credibility of this trending search is pretty high."


    Now, things escted as part of the fans who defended Mrs. Fu swarmed in¡ª


    "Sister, open your eyes, this man is not worth it."


    "Damn, damn, damn! President Fu, you¡¯re this kind of man!"


    "Damn! I had a feeling something was off while he was in the army, and now he doesn¡¯t care at all after he¡¯s discharged, huh?"


    "Because it¡¯s not illegal to cheat after you¡¯re discharged."


    "I¡¯ve had enough!!!"


    ...


    Of course, many people still took a neutral stance, thinking it was too early toe to a conclusion.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s incidents always took a dramatic twist; every time they finished criticizing, they got pped in the face.


    Even the Gingers were diligently defending Jiang Mian, quickly countering the negative opinions.


    Having learned from previous experiences, they were quietly waiting for the protagonist to turn the tables dramatically.


    "Let them make a fuss for a while."


    Jiang Mian suddenly felt like remaining silent today. She could guess who took those two photos just by using her toes.


    But she didn¡¯t expect Ye Luoxi to be so bold.


    Or maybe Ye Luoxi got in touch with Xia Sheng, and it was pretty harmonious when rivals met.


    "Sister Mianmian, about this..."


    "It¡¯s okay, we don¡¯t need to worry about it."


    Just as Yangyang was about to say something, his phone rang; it had to be Sister Ting at this hour.


    "What? Silence is golden. If I keep silent any longer, I¡¯ll end up on the Cambridge bridge tonight, not seeing tomorrow¡¯s sun."


    Jiang Mian dismissed it directly without skipping a beat: "Because it¡¯s going to rain tomorrow, Sister Ting."


    "Didn¡¯t you forget something? If this gets blown up to our families, knowing how much the Fu Family and your family care about reputation, beware your parents might just step in and im you each for themselves."


    "You, the princess experiencing human suffering, should go home."


    Luo Ting always felt that thedy had been too buoyanttely, floating so much she lost all sense of proportion with President Fu.


    All clingy and sticky. The look in the photo, who would believe it¡¯s fake?


    It has even be stringy.


    No wonder theizens were stirring up, the happiest right now are probably their couple fans.


    "I¡¯m contacting President Fu immediately."


    Jiang Mian indeed hadn¡¯t thought so much; in the end, it was theizens who ended up red-faced, watching these two act was really getting boring.


    Every day the same old tricks.


    And clearly, it was time to tear off the masks.


    Looking at the elders at home, she really could see them pulling off iming her.


    Before Jiang Mian could make a call, someone already came out to im it.


    Su Lixing v: "Excuse the interruption, Jiang Xiaomian is my industry connection, the ind trip was my initiative {photo}"


    Su Lixing directly posted a photo of the two of them from that day on the ind.


    "Now it all makes sense, quite normal. It¡¯s totally normal for Su Lixing as Su Yuchuan¡¯s cousin to have connections with President Fu."


    "What I care about is that these two knew each other, dream crossover!"


    "So, Mrs. Fu might have been there too that day, considering Su Lixing and she are best friends."


    "The story takes a turn for the better, good thing I didn¡¯t curse today, hahahaha."


    ...


    Susu Big Baby: "Your brother said if he doesn¡¯t help you out, your mom Ms. Jiang is about toe storming over."


    Who could stand hearing their daughter being cursed as a mistress and their son-inw as a scumbag?


    This outrageous news would definitely set Jiang Yutian off.

 Chapter 236: Strike Again

    <h4>Chapter 236: Chapter 236: Strike Again</h4>


    Just when the online public opinion had started to shift for the better, a new hot search suddenly surged¡ª


    #XiaShengSon#


    "What the fuck? Seeing this entry I can hardly believe it¡¯s about the Xia Sheng I know."


    "I thought it was some kind of prank."


    "How could this be, wuu wuu wuu, my unattainable crush, the son doesn¡¯t look young at all."


    "What unattainable crush, he¡¯s long been someone else¡¯s."


    Someone online suddenly exposed that Xia Sheng had given birth to a son abroad, who was now already 3 years old.


    This was followed by a series of her dark pasts and acting critiques from overseas.


    Thispletely pushed Jiang Mian¡¯s trending search to the bottom as everyone¡¯s focus shifted here.


    The most fatal blow was regarding Xia Sheng¡¯s background¡ªshe had never been the daughter of a wealthy family; she was just a poor student sponsored by the Fu Family, who leapt several social sses with their help.


    The reason for her departure abroad was also to escape her birth family.


    "I¡¯m shocked, this is the real deal."


    "The reading volume¡¯s too high, too real; my heart can¡¯t handle the roller coaster."


    "In the end, the unattainable crush is nothing, huh."


    "My youth, fed to the dogs."


    Jiang Mian¡¯s red lips curved slightly at the speed of the unfolding events.


    There was no need to make a phone call, Fu Sichen¡¯s efficiency was indeed impressive.


    Buzz buzz¡ª


    Her phone vibrated a few times.


    A few anonymous text messages with no caller ID.


    Just by reading the content, Jiang Mian could already guess who it was.


    "Jiang Mian, why? By what right! Apart from your background, you have nothing. Could you have married Fu Sichen if it were not for your family? Was your marriage merely an alliance?!


    "And here I¡¯ve been working so hard, barely able to reach his social status. Now? It¡¯s all been ruined by you, and my poor son; I hate you!"


    Jiang Mian deleted the messages and blocked the sender without a moment¡¯s hesitation.


    Keeping junk messages was disrespectful to the phone itself.


    He Lei gave the entire crew the day off today, ostensibly because "the progress is too fast, we can take it easy."


    In reality, he probably reckoned that everyone would be too busy gossiping today.


    Jiang Mian also received a message from Director He.


    Director He: "How about an interview with our lead actress, how much insider info can you spill?"


    ???


    Excuse me???


    Director He was somewhat polite, but not by much.


    Since when did he be so gossipy!!


    Aren¡¯t you a renowned director?!!


    He Lei: "I¡¯m getting old, looking for some fun. You young folks talk gossip without including me, I can¡¯t keep up."


    Jiang Xiaomian: "I am a victim..."


    He Lei: "You think I believe that?"


    Whispers of Jiang Mian¡¯s uncanny incidents had circted a bit in the circle, and he had caught wind of some rumors.


    Yet, having dealt with her, it didn¡¯t seem she had any powerful support; he had never seen it.


    But he couldn¡¯t believe her constant good fortune was just a matter of luck.


    He believed in science.


    Jiang Mian didn¡¯t reply to Director He and dly went about her free time.


    Unexpectedly, another big event broke the next day, and Director He directly cornered Jiang Mian on set.


    "You should have told me before you pulled off something big, you know how much money I¡¯ve lost this morning?"


    What??


    Jiang Mian was utterly bewildered, having just woken up.


    "The Ye Family, their stocks crashed this morning, and I had just bought them recently; it killed me."


    So what?


    Jiang Mian frowned slightly: "How should I know?"


    "This has definitely something to do with you, an old man¡¯s intuition."


    "Pfft¡ª"


    Old man¡¯s intuition now?


    Jiang Mian surrendered with both hands: "Really, look at me. I only found out because you told me. If I were that powerful, would I still be here? I¡¯d have gone to y the stock market, making and losing millions in minutes."


    "How could it be the Ye Family? I¡¯ve inquired already, President Fu¡¯s stepmother is from the Ye Family; no matter what, with the backing of Fu¡¯s corporation, it should be stable."


    Hearing this, Jiang Mianughed out loud, speaking earnestly: "Since when did President Fu acknowledge that?"


    "..."


    That seemed to be true.

 Chapter 237: Farce

    <h4>Chapter 237: Chapter 237: Farce</h4>


    He Lei¡¯s heart was bleeding.


    "Old man, y less with stocks, your heart can¡¯t handle it. Once the moviees out, rest assured, you¡¯ll make back your money in minutes."


    He Lei clutched his chest; Jiang Xiaomian¡¯s words were like a p followed by a piece of candy.


    At such a young age, those words sounded remarkably confident.


    Jiang Xiaomian: "President Fu is really decisive."


    Disappearing without regards for the feelings of his biological father and stepmother.


    Fu Sichen: "They got what they deserved."


    By now, Jiang Mian could imagine how chaotic the Fu Mansion must be.


    "Ye Luoxi! What did you provoke Jiang Mian for? Now look, you¡¯ve ruined the entire Ye Family. Still dreaming of being the darling daughter? Forget it!"


    Once Ye Zi learned the whole story, she was furious, berating Ye Luoxi with desperation.


    "Have some brains when you act. The moment that photo was released, Fu Sichen found out immediately. You thought you could escape! Jiang Mian pping you twice didn¡¯t wake you up; after all these years, you haven¡¯t progressed at all."


    Originally, Xia Sheng contacted her iming she had a way to ruin Jiang Mianpletely, just needed to snap a close photo of them.


    Ye Luoxi agreed to whatever was asked, never forgetting the two ps from Jiang Mian.


    Little did she expect that Fu Sichen would ruthlessly drain the Ye Family of everything, leaving nothing but an empty shell.


    "Aunt, it¡¯s all Xia Sheng! She manipted me to do this, and I can¡¯t leave, Dad will definitely kill me if I go back."


    This morning, the entire Ye Family hade to denounce her. Her father even dered she should never return to Ye Family, better fend for herself outside.


    Ye Zi shook off Ye Luoxi¡¯s hand: "The Ye Family can¡¯t shelter you, you think the Fu Family will? Can¡¯t you see how much the old master likes Jiang Mian? Leave before they drive you out if you know what¡¯s good for you."


    "No! I can¡¯t leave!"


    Ye Luoxi knew once she left, she¡¯d truly have nowhere to stay; cut off financially, without a ce to go¡ªshe might as well be dead.


    "If it weren¡¯t for you luring me to the Fu Mansion, iming Fu Sichen¡¯s marriage was just an alliance, promising if I caught the eye of the Ye Family I¡¯d soar high, even bragging how you snatched Uncle down and killed his first wife, telling me I could too, even teaching me."


    Ye Luoxi defiantly broke down: "What? Now that I am useless to you, you want to discard me?!"


    "p!"


    Ye Zi pped Ye Luoxi across the face: "What nonsense are you spouting!"


    Ye Luoxi covered her face, utterly disgraceful: "Nonsense? You killed the first wife, knew all the moves, now sending for me, telling me to use your old methods to infuriate Jiang Mian, allowing me to rise in rank, perhaps the Fu Family could surpass the Ye Famil¡ª"


    "Bang!"


    The room door suddenly got kicked open.


    Ye Zi and Ye Luoxi instantly looked over.


    !!!


    The three men at the door looked stern. Fu Sichen¡¯s deep dark eyes were filled with chill, his gaze piercing as if seeing through someone, cold and intimidating.


    "Husband! Listen to my exnation, Luoxi was just scared and spouted nonsense..."


    "Ah!!"


    Fu Yin stepped forward and kicked, Ye Zi¡¯s hair became disheveled as she copsed to the ground, tears streaming down her face.


    "How can you be so vicious, after all these years, I never realized it."


    Fu Sichen¡¯s lips curved slightly, his voice tinged with a cold mocking tone: "Isn¡¯t that what you always liked?"

 Chapter 238: Going to the Draft?

    <h4>Chapter 238: Chapter 238: Going to the Draft?</h4>


    Fu Yin was at a loss for words, not knowing what to say.


    His rtionship with his eldest son had never been good.


    And now, hearing these words...


    "Husband, husband, I was young and foolish. Please forgive me for Xiao Ze¡¯s sake. I will behave properly from now on and take good care of our home."


    She immediately pushed Ye Luoxi away and assured, "Don¡¯t worry, I have nothing to do with the Ye Family."


    "Aunt! What are you saying!"


    Ye Luoxi couldn¡¯t believe the wordsing from Ye Zi.


    If Ye Zi had nothing to do with the Ye Family, then the Ye Family would never recover, and she would definitely be killed.


    "If it weren¡¯t for you randomly sharing photos of President Fu and his wife, none of this would have happened."


    "It¡¯s not even..."


    "Enough!"


    Fu Jingcun tapped his cane, emitting a dull sound.


    His tone unfriendly and his brows furrowed, he said, "Everyone leave! The Fu Mansion wees none of you."


    "Uncle Wang, see the guests out."


    "Alright, Old Mr. Fu."


    Fu Yin watched the old man and his own son leave, then he turned away from Ye Zi, "The divorce papers will be delivered to you tomorrow. Xiao Ze is mine. Take care of yourself."


    "No, no, no..."


    Ye Zi broke down crying, her voice eventually fading away.


    Fu Jingcun rubbed his brow, feeling a tightness in his chest, and he sighed heavily, "Sichen, don¡¯t take those words to heart. You did the right thing with the Ye Family matter."


    Everyone knew about what had happened back then, but hearing it firsthand inevitably took its toll.


    "Grandfather, it¡¯s okay, let them be. You, however, should take care of your health."


    Old Mr. Fu¡¯s health was deteriorating year by year. Even with regr supplements, he still appeared very weak.


    Fu Sichen¡¯s eyes darkened, but he quickly regained hisposure.


    ¡ª


    The weather was gradually getting colder, and with the significant temperature difference in autumn, Jiang Mian, after filming night scenes, wrapped herself in a thick coat and sat under a rest tent to drink hot tea.


    "Why are you here today? Isn¡¯t it cold at night?"


    Luo Ting pulled up a chair to sit down, "Look, a season of ¡¯Fleet,¡¯ I think it¡¯s quite suitable for you so I epted it directly."


    "There¡¯s also a guest role from the drama next door, ying a beautiful, aloof woman, and that historical IP is not bad either, so I epted that as well."


    Jiang Mian flipped through the two documents Luo Ting handed her and put down her mug of hot water, "I suddenly don¡¯t feel like seeing you."


    "What are you talking about? Seeing me means you¡¯re in demand."


    Jiang Mian looked down at the script in her hand, "Even without seeing you, I know that."


    Luo Ting knew the kind of projects Jiang Mian liked. She had straightaway epted this script as it was convenient since filming was wrapping up nearby.


    As for participating in the variety show, appearing for one season provided valuable experience.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s personality was perfect for variety shows, where she could blend in and attract a huge fan base.


    This was an outdoor challenge variety show, and the production team would go out of their way to make challenges tough, but the past seasons¡¯ high ratings were partly because such iconic scenes tended to happen.


    "Go for it."


    Jiang Mian didn¡¯t think much else, and simply agreed.


    "There¡¯s another script that I can¡¯t decide on. Need your opinion."


    What?


    Luo Ting nced around and lowered her voice, "Going on a talent show?"


    Huh???


    Yangyang almost yelled out loud, instinctively covering his mouth.


    Have Sister Mianmian join a talent show? What the heck was that?!!!


    Luo Ting tapped Yangyang¡¯s forehead with a folder, "What are you thinking? As a mentor."


    "Oh... What?"


    That¡¯s just as absurd!

 Chapter 239: Either Fainted or On the Verge of Fainting

    <h4>Chapter 239: Chapter 239: Either Fainted or On the Verge of Fainting</h4>


    "The production team wants to find a witness, someone akin to an initiator, and they¡¯re thinking of having topical, popr celebs with huge followings. I¡¯m a bit worried about you..."


    Jiang Mian raised an eyebrow slightly, "Worried that I can¡¯t dance?"


    Luo Ting suppressed augh and nodded.


    This youngdy was like a hexadecagon warrior, yet of all things, she could not dance.


    It was as if her limbs had just met and just been tamed.


    Indeed, the heavens were fair¡ªwhile they had bestowed her with everything else, they had uniquely withheld the gift of dance.


    "You could consider it; the producers really like you. Shooting a reality show like this while filming in the second half of the year could be quite nice."


    "Go for it! Sister Mianmian, don¡¯t think it over, you must do it!!"


    Yangyang, looking at the proposal in his hands, suddenly sounded extremely determined.


    Ah??


    Yangyang excitedly pointed to the list of candidates in the proposal: "100 young hotties!!! Ages between 18-23!!"


    The recording wouldst for 3 months.


    That¡¯s way too long!!!


    months spent every day facing these handsome young men, like choosing a consort.


    Yangyang¡¯s mouth corners involuntarily curled upwards, hardly able to suppress his excitement.


    months... his eyes would be dazzled!!


    "It¡¯s not you going, why are you so excited?"


    "I get to admire them one by one."


    Luo Ting patted Jiang Mian, "Think it over carefully, this is the country¡¯s first male idol group selection show. It¡¯s sure to be unprecedentedly popr. The opportunity is there; it¡¯s all up to you now."


    "If you¡¯re not interested, no problem. There are some other scripts and variety shows you could take a look at."


    What she didn¡¯tck right now was resources.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s beautiful eyes held some depth, her red lips slightly pursed, as she took the proposal from Yangyang.


    !!!


    Jiang Mian rose and headed toward the resting room.


    Stammering, Yangyang tried to contain his excitement, "Sister... Sister Ting, does this mean she¡¯s willing to take it on?!!"


    Luo Ting watched Jiang Mian¡¯s retreating back and shook her head, "Hard to say."


    Not to mention Jiang Mian herself, there was also her husband, a jealous type, at home. If President Fu didn¡¯t agree, the show might be nixed right away.


    And this ancestor was proud; if she really had to dance, burying her alive would be a better option.


    Yangyang sighed, "Such a pity, all those men, such a great idol selection show, all younger brothers, too, wuwu."


    "What?!! What did you say?!! Say it again, men?! Idol groups?! Young hotties!!!"


    "Damn! If you don¡¯t go for it, it¡¯s not just one guy; it¡¯s a hundred, Jiang Mian."


    "Hesitating even for a moment is disrespect to those younger brothers. So what are you conflicted about."


    Jiang Mian watched Su Lixing getting increasingly excited on the video call, her red lips twitching slightly, "Please, why are you so psyched? If my brother knew how obsessed you are with handsome guys, you¡¯d be in danger of not getting out of bed for three days."


    "I haven¡¯t seen Lin Chen in so long, long-distance rtionships are painful, you know."


    Jiang Mian¡¯s lips curled into a smile, "Then hurry up and marry him."


    "Don¡¯t change the subject; even if you¡¯re married, it¡¯s not like you see President Fu every day."


    Something suddenly urred to Su Lixing, and her lips curled into a mischievous smile, "No, that¡¯s not right; if you two were together every day, you wouldn¡¯t manage."


    Huh??


    Jiang Mian didn¡¯t immediately catch Su Lixing¡¯s implication.


    Then she heard the next sentence, "You¡¯d get dizzy, either fainting or on the verge of fainting every day."


    Jiang Mian was rendered speechless.


    Because she had been busy filming, especially with many night scenes, she hadn¡¯t seen Fu Sichen in a while.


    As for that man, he apparently didn¡¯t bother to check in with her.

 Chapter 240: The Old Man

    <h4>Chapter 240: Chapter 240: The Old Man</h4>


    "I¡¯ll definitely convey your idea to my dear brother," she said teasingly.


    "You¡¯ve convinced me, I fully support this talent show! Very supportive! Remember to give me a spot when you visit the set, plus I¡¯ll take a VIP front-row seat, thank you."


    "..."


    Goodnight!!


    No more topics to talk about.


    After hanging up the phone, Jiang Mian found the man hidden in her chat list.


    Jiang Xiaomian: [Surprise inspection! President Fu is so busy, yet he¡¯s willing to leave his delicate wife at home, sob sob]


    Slutty Dog: [President Fu is drinking, I¡¯m Xu Lai]


    ???


    Drinking?!!


    She¡¯s here working hard on filming, and he¡¯s having such a leisurely time.


    Jiang Xiaomian: [Sister Ting! No more hesitation, I¡¯m in! Let the show team know, I might not stay in the training camp all the time]


    Luo Ting: [?? That was quick?!]


    What¡¯s gotten into you.


    Luo Ting: [Are you sure? You haven¡¯t been drinking, have you?]


    Jiang Xiaomian: [...]


    Luo Ting: [Alright, I¡¯ll contact the show team]


    Before going to sleep, Jiang Mian changed Slutty Dog¡¯s contact name to Old Man in her phone.


    Yeah, that feels better.


    She put down her phone and fell into a deep sleep.


    When Fu Sichen came out, Xu Lai nervously handed over the phone: "President Fu, your wife sent you a message, I... I replied..."


    Before his boss went in, he had left his phone with Xu Lai, instructing that if there were any messages to say he was socializing and drinking.


    That¡¯s what they would say no matter who it was.


    But he didn¡¯t expect his wife to send a message today.


    Fu Sichen rubbed his slightly heavy brow and looked down at the brief chat history on the phone.


    "Cancel all of tomorrow¡¯s appointments."


    Ah?


    "Go to the set¡ª"


    "To see my wife."


    Xu Lai breathed a sigh of relief; President Fu finally knew how to take a break from work.


    The days without his wife were simply too hard for them.


    *


    The next day


    Today¡¯s scene for Jiang Mian involved a mild intimate moment with Bai Yu.


    She sat under the resting tent, looking at the script.


    It wasn¡¯t anything too explicit, but it still felt a bit odd.


    She was somewhat nervous.


    Her left eye had been twitching all morning, giving her an ominous premonition.


    Suddenly there was a stir in the crowd.


    Yangyang came running over and whispered, "Sister Mianmian, President Fu just arrived."


    ??


    Of all times toe, he just had to pick this scene.


    Jiang Mian slightly lifted her eyes and saw the man in a ck suit with long legs walking slowly in from the entrance.


    His well-defined fingers were rested on the button of his suit jacket, and his deep ck eyes were calm and natural.


    Fu Sichen quickly noticed Jiang Mian and his gaze found her, lingering for a long time until she lowered her head.


    What¡¯s there to see, nothing to gawk at.


    "President Fu has arrived, please have a seat."


    He Lei immediately invited Fu Sichen to sit next to him, right in front of the monitor that was showing the live camera feed.


    "Today happens to be the day of our male and female leads¡¯ intimate scene. I also thought, seeing as we¡¯re nearing the end of filming, the two of them should have some chemistry."


    Fu Sichen¡¯s fingertips yed with the cold edge of his phone. His voice was cool, carrying a profound tone with a trailing note, "Oh?"


    "Yes, they¡¯ve developed an excellent rapport during filming. Many shots are perfect in one or two takes. We thought we might not finish until mid-November, orter if it took longer, but at this rate, we should definitely wrap up by the end of the month."


    He Lei began to prattle on about some recent developments, eight out of ten sentences were to praise the male and female leads.


    Xu Lai, standing to the side, stealthily nced at Madame under the resting tent, and then at the male lead Bai Yu on the other side.


    Director He, tone it down a bit.


    Otherwise, both of them are going to have a rough day today.


    One during the day.


    The other at night.

 Chapter 241: Jealousy

    <h4>Chapter 241: Chapter 241: Jealousy</h4>


    "Alright, all departments, get ready."


    Director He shouted through a megaphone, and all the staff hurried to their positions.


    Yangyang took the script from Jiang Mian¡¯s hands and held an umbre for her, "Sister Mianmian, it¡¯s our turn."


    Jiang Mian suddenly felt a heaviness in her feet; she always felt an unfriendly gaze upon her.


    The two of them stood under the shade of a tree, and Bai Yu noticed Jiang Mian¡¯s expression, "What¡¯s wrong, Teacher Jiang, you don¡¯t look very well."


    "It¡¯s nothing, maybe it¡¯s because the sun came out today and the temperature is a bit high; it makes me feel a bit dizzy."


    He Lei sat in front of the camera, watching the two people who came out of the director¡¯s booth couldn¡¯t be more delighted.


    "President Fu, look at them, standing together they look just like a painting."


    "A match of talents and beauty! They have such a CP feeling."


    "When this movie airs, there¡¯s no need to hype it up deliberately; just having them in the same frame will lead to wild fantasies, I believe this movie will be a huge hit, you can rest assured, I stake my reputation on it."


    "What do you think, President Fu?"


    After He Lei¡¯s spiel, Xu Lai watched President Fu¡¯s face sinking with some worry, scared that he would stand up and flip out right there.


    "President Fu, where are you going?"


    As soon as He Lei finished speaking, Fu Sichen stood up and walked out.


    "I don¡¯t want to disturb your filming."


    Xu Lai greeted He Lei, "Director He, please continue filming, President Fu has a temporary matter to attend to."


    Though He Lei was puzzled, he didn¡¯t say anything and looked toward the camera.


    "How are you all prepared, if you are ready we should start now..."


    "All departments get ready, 3¡ª"


    "2¡ª"


    "1¡ª"


    ...


    "Cut cut cut!"


    "Jiang Mian! What¡¯s the matter with you today, you went out of character?!"


    Jiang Mian hung her head in frustration, "Director, may I have a sip of water?"


    "Go ahead, everyone take a five-minute break, then we¡¯ll continue."


    Yangyang stepped forward and handed Jiang Mian a bottle of water, "Sister Mianmian, I feel like you¡¯re off today, is it because of President Fu?"


    Nonsense!


    Who else could it be.


    Feeling awkward performing intimate scenes with another man in front of a legal husband, although not particrly intimate.


    "He had to show up just today..."


    Jiang Mian nced around; the spot next to He Lei was already empty.


    He left?!


    "When did Fu Sichen leave?"


    Yangyang looked at the empty spot, "He left before we started shooting."


    Hmm??


    She had worried for so long.


    If he¡¯s not here, then it¡¯s fine.


    "Jiang Mian! Is the break over, are we good to continue or shall we just do it tomorrow since we have time?"


    Unexpectedly, the filming was sticking here at the end.


    Jiang Mian handed the water bottle back to Yangyang, "We¡¯re good to go, Director He."


    "President Fu."


    Xu Lai followed Fu Sichen back to the car, hardly daring to breathe.


    "Pat."


    "Pat."


    Fu Sichen, with his knuckles bent, tapped gently on the leather seat beside him.


    Each tap was like a heavy blow to Xu Lai¡¯s defenses.


    Too scary.


    He felt like the next sentence would be to tell him to get lost.


    Fu Sichen¡¯s voice was somewhat low, with no variation, "Book a private room and invite the crew to join us for a meal, consider it an early wrap party."


    "Alright, President Fu."


    Xu Lai was curious but dared not ask.


    He wondered what President Fu was really nning.


    *


    "Just a sip of water and you nailed it in one take, this water magic is so powerful."


    He Lei watched Jiang Mian¡¯s ability to adjust so effortlessly was impressive.


    It wasn¡¯t the magic of water.


    It was because the Great Demon wasn¡¯t there.


    Everything was easier to deal with.

 Chapter 242: Getting Rich by Sitting

    <h4>Chapter 242: Chapter 242: Getting Rich by Sitting</h4>


    "Eh, Jiang Mian, Bai Yu, you two are free tonight, right?"


    Jiang Mian looked at Bai Yu with some confusion, and the two shook their heads in unison: "Director He, we don¡¯t have ns."


    "That¡¯s good." He Lei waved his hand grandly and decided, "President Fu is treating the crew to dinner, sort of an early wrap party celebration, everyone shoulde, it¡¯s settled then."


    He Lei¡¯s gazended on Jiang Mian and Bai Yu, "Especially the two of you, the main actors, we can¡¯t have you missing."


    "Teacher Jiang, see you tonight."


    Jiang Mian chuckled bitterly, "See... see you tonight."


    "Sister Mianmian!"


    Yangyang had just heard the news and came running over, "You know about tonight, right?"


    She headed straight for the dressing room, "Yeah."


    "What does President Fu mean by this? I just bumped into Xu Lai and he was saying that Director He¡¯s mouth is better off shut, talks too much, he doesn¡¯t know some things shouldn¡¯t be said."


    "I even asked a couple more questions, but all he said was he didn¡¯t know what kind of medicine President Fu was selling in his gourd."


    Jiang Mian took off her jewelry in front of the mirror, her lips curved slightly as she said indifferently, "Poison."


    The kind that kills two with one dose.


    In the evening, Jiang Mian and Xu Lai checked on Fu Sichen¡¯s timing and intentionally staggered theirs.


    He just so happened to have a meeting to attend, which might end veryte.


    By then, just pick the seat farthest from the central spot.


    "Jiang Mian, why are you sitting so far away? Come sit closer."


    The moment Director He entered, he saw Jiang Mian sitting by the door and pulled her forward to sit closer.


    "Director He, Director He, this spot is good, I believe in this, it brings wealth, and it¡¯s also good for career advancement."


    Director He looked puzzled, nced at the door, then back at Jiang Mian¡¯s determined expression and slowly started, "Then take a look at mine, where should I sit to get rich?"


    ???


    Jiang Mian almostughed out loud.


    Such a well-known director, still about to retire and actually believing in this stuff.


    She pursed her lips, looked seriously for a moment, then pointed at the position next to the main seat, "Right, there, next to the main seat suits you well, sit there."


    Director He scratched his head, though somewhat uncertain, he still sat down.


    He seemed to always sit there when eating.


    Really? Wealthy?


    Jiang Mian wore a rxed and calm expression, firmly upying her own spot.


    Emmm...


    Might as well believe it, better to trust it¡¯s true than false, what if, right? He¡¯s still losing money now.


    After the others had gradually arrived, they weren¡¯t sure how to get seated and just froze in ce.


    "No worries, no worries, just sit wherever you like, don¡¯t be constrained."


    Bai Yu walked over to Jiang Mian and whispered, "Why aren¡¯t you sitting higher up, sitting here?"


    Jiang Mian was currently looking down, messaging Su Lixing, "I prefer this seat, it¡¯s fine, listen to Director He, just sit anywhere."


    Jiang Xiaomian: [Sit by the door, far from Fu Sichen]


    Susu Big Baby: [This killed me, you guys didn¡¯t really get close in your intimate scenes, did you?]


    Jiang Xiaomian: [You try kissing a guy in front of my brother and see how he reacts]


    Susu Big Baby: [...Forget I said anything, good luck to you]


    After everyone had arrived, only one position at the main seat was left open.


    No one touched their chopsticks, just chatted sporadically.


    At this point, Jiang Mian looked at the people who had already sat down next to her, feeling quite delighted.


    Staying away from Fu Sichen, cherish life.


    "President Fu, this way."


    Suddenly, a waiter¡¯s voice was heard outside, and the next second, the door opened.

 Chapter 243: I Miss You

    <h4>Chapter 243: Chapter 243: I Miss You</h4>


    Fu Sichen arrived fashionablyte, his gaze resting on Jiang Mian for a moment, a smile flitting across his lips as he headed straight for an empty seat.


    Director He was the first to stand, and others followed suit, "President Fu, you¡¯ve arrived, please have a seat."


    Jiang Mian let out a sigh of relief, thinking it was good he had gone over.


    Xu Lai looked at his wife¡¯s seat, slightly bewildered.


    Why would she sit by the door?


    It seemed like she was avoiding President Fu??


    Fu Sichen stopped in front of the main chair without further action.


    "President Fu, you... what¡¯s this?"


    Fu Sichen¡¯s voice was nonchnt as he raised his eyes to Jiang Mian, "Change seats."


    What??


    Jiang Mian nced away from Fu Sichen¡¯s dark pupils ufortably, her heart involuntarily skipped a beat.


    He Lei waspletely confused, wondering why everyone suddenly didn¡¯t want to sit at the front? Were the seats at the back that magical??


    Recognizing the situation, Xu Lai quietly asked the opinion of the person next to Jiang Mian, "Can you take the main seat? This position is ideal for our President Fu and it¡¯s prosperous."


    What???


    He Lei nced at Jiang Mian, then at Fu Sichen.


    Had these two recently had their fortunes told?


    Both to prosper.


    Jiang Mian saw the person beside her stand up, then looked at Fu Sichen¡¯s expressive eyebrows.


    This smug man.


    "Director He, you take that seat. I¡¯m feeling quite uneasy."


    It¡¯s just that a minor actor like her could be overwhelmed by such a seat.


    He Lei waved it off, "Don¡¯t worry, we¡¯re all friends here. Just sit, otherwise, it¡¯d indeed make you uneasy."


    Bai Yu noticed some change in Jiang Mian¡¯s expression, "Teacher Jiang, how about I swap seats with you?"


    Xu Lai internally shouted: Damn! Are you crazy!! Shut up!!!


    He unconsciously looked towards President Fu, his face bearing a more meaningful smile.


    Jiang Mian was startled by Bai Yu¡¯s sudden suggestion.


    Seeing her reaction, He Lei joked, "Jiang Mian, you surely wouldn¡¯t want to give up this spot that you said could bring wealth. Could it be that Teacher Bai has also taken a fancy to it?"


    "That¡¯s not the case."


    Fu Sichen sat down next to Jiang Mian, his eyes dropping to look at her hands resting on herp, his voice deep and steady, "Just sit still then."


    Things felt like they were turning into a battlefield.


    "Let¡¯s eat, everyone, please don¡¯t be shy."


    People around the table started picking up their chopsticks one after another, and Jiang Mian, feeling hungry as well, ignored the man beside her and began to eat.


    Her phone was buzzing incessantly.


    She frowned slightly.


    That Su Lixing, gossiping without even turning off her vibration.


    Jiang Mian found an excuse to go to the bathroom.


    She listened to about a dozen voice messages from Su Lixing, then spoke into her phone¡ª


    "Can¡¯t hide, can¡¯t hide, Fu Sichen said sitting next to me would bring prosperity, I really thank him."


    "How should Mrs. Fu thank..."


    ?!!!


    Jiang Mian¡¯s phone nearly fell into the sink.


    The man was standing right behind her.


    "Fu Sichen! Could you possibly walk any quieter? Trying to scare someone to death?"


    Fu Sichen grasped Jiang Mian¡¯s wrist, pinning her against the sink, his voice calm and unhurried, "The innocent have nothing to fear from ghosts knocking at the door, so? Are you avoiding me today?"


    "I...I¡¯m not avoiding you!"


    Jiang Mian stuttered briefly before asserting righteously, "Why are you mimicking me, always following me around... the main seat¡¯s right there yet you insisted on squeezing next to me..."


    "I missed you."


    Before Jiang Mian could finish speaking, she heard the man¡¯s deep, indulgent voice.


    She suddenly paused, staring at the man in front of her as her lips slightly parted.


    Her fair neck grew warm, eventually blooming into a flush that spread upwards.


    "Does Mrs. Fu not miss me at all?"


    Fu Sichen¡¯s cool breath drew closer, and Jiang Mian felt like her heart was about to burst out.


    What was this man up to!


    Why was he acting so coquettishly again?

 Chapter 244: This Is My Wife

    <h4>Chapter 244: Chapter 244: This Is My Wife</h4>


    "You... you two..."


    Suddenly there was a noise from behind.


    Jiang Mian lifted her eyes and looked over.


    "..."


    Director He.


    Fu Sichen straightened up and immediately grabbed Jiang Mian¡¯s hand, his thin lips slightly curved, "Director He, this is my wife."


    ???


    What the hell???


    He Lei felt like his jaw was about to dislocate as he stared with wide eyes.


    "Fu Sichen, what are you doing! Who is your wife!"


    Such a lousy man, not considering the situation, not knowing to keep a low profile.


    Not even trying to hide it, but directly calling her his wife.


    It somehow sounds so proud.


    Fu Sichen, with a perfectly neutral tone but somewhat aggrieved said, "Why wouldn¡¯t she be? Legally certified, do you want me to show it to Director He?"


    He Lei suddenly waved his hands continuously, "No need, no need."


    This is mind-blowing!!!


    He just wanted to go to the bathroom.


    Stumbling upon this will shorten his lifespan!! He just wanted to be a happy middle-aged retiree.


    Jiang Mian looked at He Lei¡¯s expression andughed, "Director He, don¡¯t mind him, he is just like this. Go to the bathroom if you need to, we¡¯ll be heading back first."


    How could he not mind.


    Even though He Lei had been in the entertainment circle for many years, he still had some reservations about Fu Sichen who suddenly appeared.


    Just now, that was nothing like the President Fu they knew.


    Capable of acting coquettishly!! And showing grievance!!


    He dared not recall the dialogues he had just heard.


    "Director He, I am taking away your leading actress; could you please exin it over there in the private room?"


    He Lei nodded, "Of course."


    Better leave quickly, if he went back to the private room and saw the two of them, he was afraid he might spill the beans.


    "Hey, Fu Sichen! What are you doing!"


    "You didn¡¯t even ask for my opinion..."


    Jiang Mian gave Fu Sichen a one-armed lift, their voices fading into the distance.


    He Lei watched the two figures disappearing, running everything through his mind again.


    Now it all made sense.


    Jiang Mian indeed had a backer, but it was all legal.


    As smooth as it get; aside from her own efforts and talents, President Fu had always been there to protect and support her.


    No wonder Jiang Mian was destined to rise.


    It was meant to be.


    When He Lei got back to the private room, everyone was almost full.


    Xu Lai peered outside, wondering how Director He could have returned but not President Fu and his wife.


    Could those two have...?!


    After sitting down, He Lei looked at Xu Lai, "President Fu said to go to the car now, he will meet you there. Jiang Mian wasn¡¯t feeling well so she left first."


    "If everyone is done eating, you can disperse."


    They were curiously respectful not to ask anything.


    It always felt like Director He had been shocked by something after returning from the bathroom.


    Just as Xu Lai was about to leave, He Lei quickly stopped him, "Assistant Xu, what I said this afternoon was purely unintentional..."


    He Lei suddenly remembered he had spoken in front of President Fu about pairing his wife with another man as a grand scheme.


    No wonder President Fu had left abruptly.


    Going on and on at the focal point of a blunder, really digging his own grave.


    Xu Lai immediately understood, he politely said, "Director He, don¡¯t worry, President Fu won¡¯t say anything."


    Though the wife had to suffer a bit on the way home.


    Xu Lai had a sudden epiphany, whispering, "Director He, if you really feel guilty, why not give the crew a day off tomorrow; President Fu and his wife haven¡¯t seen each other in a long time."


    Director He immediately nodded, "Definitely, I will notify the whole crew to take a day off tomorrow!"


    Xu Lai nodded in agreement; this way he could also take a day off.


    Thank God for the wife!


    Long live the wife!

 Chapter 245: The Little Money Lover

    <h4>Chapter 245: Chapter 245: The Little Money Lover</h4>


    *


    Jiang Mian just brought Fu Sichen back to the hotel like that.


    When she was ced on the big bed, she bounced back a little.


    Jiang Mian propped herself up and sat up, her beautiful eyes somewhat annoyed and angry from the scare, "Fu Sichen!"


    Fu Sichen¡¯s thin lips curved slightly, his voice carelessly tinged withughter, "Mrs. Fu looks... somewhat adorable."


    ???


    Whoo!!


    Jiang Mian¡¯s cheeks flushed again, she grabbed a pillow from the bed and threw it directly at Fu Sichen, "Pervert!"


    Such words coulde out of this abstinent and ruthless man¡¯s mouth.


    Truly a sight to behold.


    Fu Sichen naturally began to undo his suit buttons, his wrist with prominent veins throbbed with a dangerous aura.


    Jacket.


    White shirt buttons.


    Jiang Mian: "..."


    Could you not be so eager?


    "Fu Sichen! You! There¡¯s none of that... here!!"


    In a moment of urgency, Jiang Mian blurted out, her whole little face blushing with shame.


    Damn!!


    How could she let herself say such things?


    Fu Sichen hooked his lips, a deepughter rolling in his throat, "Xuanxuan, I¡¯m just a bit hot."


    Jiang Mian looked up at Fu Sichen, his shirt cor was only unbuttoned by two buttons.


    ???


    She had already figured out where to bury him.


    This is too socially embarrassing!!


    Being hot is no excuse for such weird actions that lead to wild thoughts.


    "Here."


    What???


    Fu Sichen took out a card from his pocket and passed it to Jiang Mian.


    "All of your spending money is with me."


    ???


    Jiang Mian, in order to enter the entertainment circle, had been cut off financially by her family, without a penny to her name, and only got by with the help of Lin Chen and Su Lixing during the hardest times.


    Now everything was with Fu Sichen.


    "The money given to me by my mom a while ago, now it¡¯s been merged into a supplementary card for you."


    Suddenly, Jiang Mian felt the man before her grew muchrger and even appeared to shine, "Your supplementary card."


    "What else, Mrs. Fu?"


    Fu Sichen stepped forward, tapping Jiang Mian¡¯s forehead gently with the card.


    Little money-grubber.


    Jiang Mian immediately hooked her arms around Fu Sichen¡¯s neck, deftly taking the card, "Thank you, hubby! Love you so much!"


    Fu Sichen¡¯s eyes darkened, his voice deepened, "Mrs. Fu, say it again."


    Uh?


    Say what?


    Jiang Mian, not letting go of the warm supplementary card, said somewhat half-heartedly, "Thank you, hubby!"


    "The next sentence."


    Jiang Mian¡¯s brow furrowed slightly, sensing something amiss.


    She let go of Fu Sichen and got out of bed, "I refuse to say it again, it loses its meaning the second time."


    !!!!!!


    Jiang Mian¡¯s wrist was suddenly seized, and she was pulled into the man¡¯s embrace.


    "Snap!"


    The supplementary card fell to the floor.


    Not good!!


    That look in his eyes seemed a bit dangerous.


    "Hubby, hubby, I love you the most!!"


    "Love you so much!!"


    Fu Sichen lowered his head to pinch the woman¡¯s neck, and he kissed her deeply, an invasive and forceful wave of desire sweeping over them.


    "Mmm!!"


    "Toote now, Mrs. Fu..."


    Just as Jiang Mian braced herself to sumb to the inevitable, Fu Sichen stopped.


    ??


    What¡¯s going on?


    She stared somewhat stunned at the man¡¯s halted hand.


    He wouldn¡¯t be teasing her, achieving his goal, and then leaving her to suffer alone, right?


    "The hotel dimensions don¡¯t fit."


    "..."


    Jiang Mian pushed Fu Sichen away, "Move, move."


    A bit of a mood kill.


    But Fu Sichen¡¯s consideration wasn¡¯t entirely without reason.


    The first time she was with Fu Sichen had been truly painful, and without his customized dimensions, Jiang Mian resisted with all her heart and soul.


    After all, nobody wants to lie in bed all day.


    Enduring that sort of physical and mental torment.

 Chapter 246: Don’t Take My Photo! I Want to Sleep

    <h4>Chapter 246: Chapter 246: Don¡¯t Take My Photo! I Want to Sleep</h4>


    Fu Sichen slowly got up and picked up the mobile phone from the bedside table, dialing a number, "Xu Lai, there¡¯s a box in the car, covered in English writing. Bring that box up here."


    Jiang Mian, upon hearing this phone call, had a look of rm in her beautiful eyes.


    Everything was prepared in the car, could this man actually be thinking of doing something with her in the car...


    Five minutester.


    Xu Lai hurriedly brought the item over, then scurried back.


    This was terrifying, absolutely terrifying!


    Why did he recognize those specific measurements?


    It was the first time he regretted knowing too manynguages from his education.


    President Fu was truly President Fu.


    In a word¡ª


    Impressive!


    And as for his wife, that really was also in one word¡ª


    Pathetic!


    "Once this movie is over, I¡¯ll take you out to y..."


    y, y, y.


    What y!!


    She really wanted to know now.


    When will all this be over!!


    Fu Sichen¡¯s voice was hoarse, and his deep, bubbly tone reached Jiang Mian¡¯s ears: "It¡¯s far from over."


    Jiang Miany on the bed, her body limp, her red lips slightly parted, like a mermaid about to suffocate and drown.


    "Don¡¯t rush, take it slow."


    ???


    Are you made of steel and concrete, so hard!!!


    After a while, Jiang Mian, with a distracted expression, stared at a sliver of lighting through the curtains.


    Fu Sichen!!


    I must stand against you.


    She still had to film today, s...


    Jiang Mian clenched her teeth and reached for her mobile phone, sinking heavily into the bed.


    She hadn¡¯t seen such new sunlight in ages.


    "Floating Life" work group¡ª


    He Lei: [Understanding everyone¡¯s hard work, we ate quitete yesterday, so the whole crew will rest today!]


    Crew Member 1: [That¡¯s great! Director He, what about tomorrow?]


    Normally when He Lei sent messages about taking a break, he would clearly state how many days off and when work would resume.


    Today¡¯s message was a bit ambiguous.


    He Lei: [Thest scenes only involve the two main characters, let¡¯s see if they need a rest.]


    "Director He" patted "Bai Yu"


    "Director He" patted "Jiang Xiaomian" Don¡¯t pat me! I want to sleep!


    He Lei: [The lead actress said she still wants to sleep, so we¡¯ll see when our lead actress is ready to rest.]


    ???


    That¡¯s so nonchnt.


    She was just a tap is all.


    Director He must have been threatened by Fu Sichen yesterday.


    Jiang Mian scrolled through the recent trending searches, finding them uninteresting, and was just about to catch up on sleep when Luo Ting called.


    "Hello?"


    "..."


    Luo Ting paused for two seconds, unable to resist joking, "Your voice is bing more charming by the day."


    No wonder Director He notified the crew to rest today.


    Anyone could tell from Jiang Mian¡¯s voice what she had been up to yesterday.


    Jiang Mian lowered her eyes, her longshes still dewy, "If you keep nagging, you¡¯ll get to hear me sleep..."


    Say no more, or I¡¯ll hang up immediately.


    "Hold on, hold on, if things go quickly, you¡¯ll wrap up next week, then at the end of the month, there¡¯s a photoshoot for a top-tier international magazine, and while we¡¯re at it, let¡¯s touch base with the international high-end brand LMAL, I¡¯m working on getting your invitation right now."


    Jiang Mian¡¯s eyes cleared up a bit, and she said with a soft chuckle, "Sister Ting, you¡¯re quite ambitious yourself."


    "Don¡¯t use me, as if you don¡¯t want the batch of top luxury brands you¡¯ve marked in the studio."


    Of course, she wanted them.


    Jiang Mian was someone whose ambition was evident on her face, and when she set her eyes on something she wanted, she wouldn¡¯t let go.


    If there was a chance to sign on, then whether it was beauty, jewelry, or even haute couture, she could ess top-tier resources globally as a brand spokesperson.

 Chapter 247: Big Sister!

    <h4>Chapter 247: Chapter 247: Big Sister!</h4>


    Jiang Mian had only been in the industry for two years, and there were some people who might not even reach her level in a decade or more.


    "Alright, alright, I¡¯m going to sleep now. I wish myself a smooth time ahead."


    ¡ª


    A weekter, "Floating Life" officially wrapped up.


    Jiang Mian didn¡¯t make it to the official wrap party; instead, Luo Ting took her directly to North Country.


    The magazine side suddenly said they needed to move up the schedule, which meant that the top luxury brandunches would also be moved up.


    "Has LMAL replied yet?"


    Luo Ting looked at her phone messages; she had set it to refresh every five minutes, "No, but that¡¯s okay, there¡¯s still two days, let¡¯s wait and see."


    "Today we¡¯re shooting the magazine¡¯s gown."


    Jiang Mian¡¯s gaze fell on the gown being wheeled in. Under the dressing room lights, the diamonds sparkled with fine brilliance, captivating one¡¯s gaze momentarily.


    "Quick, go try it on, I can¡¯t wait any longer."


    After a while, the changing room curtain was pulled open.


    Jiang Mian carried a light blue deep-V mermaid gown, with pearl and rhinestone outlining, its lines graceful, making her look like a mermaid from the deep sea.


    "Oh my God, you are going to be the death of me in beauty."


    Luo Ting¡¯s red lips parted slightly, her eyes sparkling as she gazed at Jiang Mian for a long time.


    In Hua Country, Jiang Mian¡¯s gowns were usually of a grand type, but this one had a full sense of cool elegance; her beautiful eyes bold and clear, exuding an indescribable morous magnificence.


    "Miss Jiang?"


    "Oh! So beautiful!"


    The photographer responsible for the shoot, a blonde woman, knocked on the door to inquire but was stunned by the scene before her.


    The cool gown she wore burst into dazzling beauty.


    As sets of photos were taken, the photographer pped her hands in approval, causing some staff members toe down to sneak a peek.


    They heard that a very beautiful Chinese beauty hade.


    It even drew the attention of the brand¡¯s director.


    A blonde Westerner.


    "Miss Jiang, hello."


    Jiang Mian paused for two seconds and offered a polite smile, "Hello, your Mandarin is very good."


    "I have spent a few years in Hua Country, and you are truly beautiful. I think you are suited for a bigger stage."


    Huh???


    As soon as he spoke, the man pulled out an invitation and handed it to Jiang Mian, "The day after tomorrow¡¯s brandunch, I hope to see you there. Your beauty needs to be seen by more people."


    !!!


    LMAL¡¯s brandunch invitation.


    "For me?"


    Jiang Mian was also somewhat surprised.


    The director nodded, "Ourpany has some coboration with LMAL brand, and they gave us some invitations. This one is meant for someone with destiny, and I think you are very suitable."


    Having said that, Jiang Mian epted it, "Thank you, see you the day after tomorrow~"


    On the way back to the hotel, Jiang Mian looked at the invitation in her hand, feeling incredibly good, "It seems even the heavens want to feed me."


    Luo Ting was already making international calls, instructing the people in the studio to get everything ready, to release everything timely the same day after tomorrow, and they must hype Jiang Mian¡¯s beauty to the skies.


    As soon as they arrived at the hotel, Luo Ting immediately received an urgent @ from the studio group.


    Yangyang: [Sister Ting! Sister Mianmian¡¯s magazine behind-the-scenes photos are out! Plus three retouched images! Absolutely gorgeous!!]


    So fast?!


    Luo Ting immediately opened Weibo¡ª


    [Jiang Mian¡¯s prime magazine shoot behind-the-scenes and retouched images {photo}{photo}, what does everyone think?]


    [Divine beauty is truly invincible!!!]


    [Wow! Sister is so beautiful! Sister has big (I¡¯m talking about the eyes)]


    [Thement above, you¡¯re right, I can¡¯t take my eyes off /drooling.jpg/]


    [First time I¡¯m head over heels for a woman, let me shout, wife you are gorgeous!!!]


    ...

 Chapter 248: Recently Preparing for Pregnancy with My Wife

    <h4>Chapter 248: Chapter 248: Recently Preparing for Pregnancy with My Wife</h4>


    "President Fu, Mrs. Fu is also in North Country, after this is over should we..."


    Fu Sichen, dressed in a sharp ck suit with a neat bow tie, perfectly ironed clothing, said, "No need for now."


    Today¡¯s business banquet was very grand, a spectacle of glittering opulence, with intersecting crystal chandeliers dazzling onlookers. Fu Sichen moved through the crowd with an indifferent ease.


    "President Fu, I¡¯ve heard so much about you, may I have the honor of sharing a drink with you?"


    Fu Sichen¡¯s dark eyes were inscrutable as he nonchntly ran his fingers over the ring on his ring finger, "Sorry, but Mrs. Fu and I are nning for a baby soon, so I better not drink."


    Xu Lai: ??? What kind of bombshell is this!! nning for a baby!!


    Many in the room were from Hua Country, and when they heard what Fu Sichen said, they all turned to look.


    There were whispers in the crowd: "nning for a baby, that seems rather quick."


    "Isn¡¯t that the truth, a marriage alliance might require the next generation."


    The executive who had offered Fu Sichen a drink held his ss in the air, smiling awkwardly, "Well, let me congratte you in advance then, President Fu, and hopefully, we can share a little bit of that joy when the timees."


    Fu Sichen responded with a smile, "Of course."


    The executive didn¡¯t continue the conversation, and moved on to mingle with others.


    Xu Lai trailed carefully behind Fu Sichen, daring not to ask another word.


    *


    "President Fu! Here in North Country too?!!"


    Luo Ting was swiping through real-time news on the inte when a trending search caught her eye.


    #FuSichenTheRefinedRascal#


    Jiang Mian popped her head out, "Hmm?"


    "Your husband¡¯s here too, didn¡¯t you know?"


    Jiang Mian¡¯s gaze fell on the phone Luo Ting handed to her.


    If these two are supposed to be a ¡¯contract marriage¡¯ couple, their act looks more genuine than real gold.


    But if they¡¯re a real couple, neither knows the other¡¯s schedule.


    The ¡¯Refined Rascal¡¯??


    She wanted to see just how ¡¯refined¡¯ and ¡¯rascal¡¯ he was.


    The photograph was taken by the media and even retouched a bit.


    In the photo, Fu Sichen was stepping out of a low-profile Bentley. Under the cover of night, the man looked noble and elegant, his profound dark eyes as deep as the sea, his handsome features as cold and distant as ever, his long fingers ying with the ring on his ring finger.


    His slightly curled smile had a carefree grace, the very epitome of a business tycoon.


    These photos could rival magazine spreads.


    [Aaaahh!! Dammit!! Can this man be any more handsome!!]


    [Today, I am Mrs. Fu!!]


    [Let me call you hubby!]


    [Hi there, hubby!!! Did you forget your wife is still out here?]


    [Set as wallpaper, to drool over every day.]


    ...


    "Is he really that handsome? Bunch of fair-weather fans."


    Jiang Mian also spotted a fewizens who had just been calling her wife.


    Apparently, he yed for both teams.


    She scrolled with her pale fingertips to the next image.


    "..."


    Jiang Mian unconsciously swallowed.


    She spoke too soon with thatstment.


    Damn! How does this man seduce women all the time?


    In the second photo, Fu Sichen was captured somewhere, his shirt with the top two buttons undone, his sexy Adam¡¯s apple slightly moving, his distinct fingers tapping on the table, and a touch of indolence tinged his aloof expression.


    Jiang Mian reined in her emotions and handed the phone back to Luo Ting.


    "Aren¡¯t you going toment?"


    What was there to say?


    She was the legitimate Mrs. Fu.


    That night, Jiang Miany tossing and turning in bed, unable to fall asleep.


    Damn it!!


    Fu Sichen!!


    She unlocked her phone, found the contact, and started typing rapidly¡ª


    Jiang Xiaomian: [So tell me, when are you going to get a new Mrs. Fu?]


    Jiang Xiaomian: [Now, with so many Mrs. Fus to choose from, one each day still wouldn¡¯t satisfy you.]


    Jiang Xiaomian: [And I had to learn from the trending news that you sneaked off to North Country!!]

 Chapter 249: The Only Mrs. Fu

    <h4>Chapter 249: Chapter 249: The Only Mrs. Fu</h4>


    Fu Sichen¡¯s Weibo was nowpletely conquered, one after another reporting in as Mrs. Fu.


    The tally had reached the 55,626,000th mark.


    Even more than the number of followers on her own Weibo.


    So infuriating!!


    He was worried even for his next life.


    Jiang Mian had just sent a message when the reply came back instantly.


    Old man: "Open the door."


    Huh??


    Open what door?


    Old man: "I¡¯m at your room door."


    !!!


    Jiang Mian got up and opened the door.


    "Um!!!!"


    The man wrapped his arms around her slender waist, bowed his head and kissed her tender lips, gentle and lingering.


    Jiang Mian was pushed against the door, and Fu Sichen¡¯s trench coat still carried the chill from outside, which sobered her up quite a bit.


    She breathed slightly, "You... how did you get here?"


    Fu Sichen looked down and kissed her lightly, his voice deep and husky, "You are the only Mrs. Fu."


    "This time I brought..."


    ...


    Satisfied, Jiang Mian held her phone and logged into her Weibo alt ount,


    andmented under the trending Weibo post about Fu Sichen¡ª


    "I am the legit Mrs. Fu, President Fu is as good as ever!!"


    Below, a crowd of "Mrs. Fus" flooded in.


    "Sister, I know he¡¯s good too!!"


    "I¡¯m not lying to you, President Fu is right next to me right now."


    "What are you talking about, I just kissed him."


    ...


    Jiang Mian looked at thements on her alt and muttered, "I am Mrs. Fu..."


    You guys are definitely not!!


    Sooner orter I¡¯ll show you!


    *


    The next day, there was a knock on the door.


    "Sorry to disturb you, police!"


    Jiang Mian struggled to open her eyes, her pupils misty with sleepiness, her whole being still radiating the difort of being awoken.


    "Who is it?"


    She turned over and watched Fu Sichen go to open the door.


    "Good day, we are from the joint police force stationed in North Country. After investigation, someone is suspected of organizing prostitution atst night¡¯s banquet. We need to take the relevant personnel for testing and investigation, pleasee with us."


    The two police officers outside showed their badges.


    Fu Sichen¡¯s dark pupils sank slightly, his maic voice deep and husky, "Let me change my clothes."


    The door closed again, and Jiang Mian sat up abruptly from the bed.


    What she had just heard...


    "Fu Sichen..."


    She dared not continue the thought, her heart suddenly racing, fearing something might go wrong.


    Fu Sichen tousled her hair, "I didn¡¯t touch a drop of alcoholst night, there¡¯s nothing to worry about. I¡¯ll go with them and be back for breakfast."


    Jiang Mian watched as Fu Sichen and Xu Lai were taken away, and her heart inexplicably tightened.


    Luo Ting was also taken aback early in the morning and hazily figured out what had happened.


    The news spread on the inte on its own.


    "A major business gathering in North Countryst night involved in the ck industry has now been intervened by the police. It is understood that Fu Group¡¯s President Fu Sichen has also been taken to the police station for sample testing."


    "No way!! Did the business tycoon copse just like that!!"


    "All those Mrs. Fus fromst night disappeared."


    "Damn! Official news ah, there¡¯re photos, is this solid proof then!"


    "The entertainment circle copses fast, the Capitalists even faster!"


    ...


    A storm was already brewing online.


    "Forget about this, didn¡¯t President Fu tell you to wait for him for breakfast? I¡¯ll contact the front desk to order some breakfast up."


    Who was in the mood to eat?


    Jiang Mian sat on the sofa, her fingertips unconsciously clenching.


    "Hisss¡ª"


    "It¡¯s okay, it¡¯s okay, President Fu came from the army after all, he must be careful with this sort of training."


    Jiang Mian knew that Fu Sichen would definitely not be involved with these things, but it was hard to guarantee that someone wouldn¡¯t try to set him up.


    No matter how clever or capable he was, he couldn¡¯t guard against the deliberate schemes of others.

 Chapter 250: The Kitten’s Possessiveness

    <h4>Chapter 250: Chapter 250: The Kitten¡¯s Possessiveness</h4>


    The online rumors were getting more serious by the minute.


    Time ticked away, second by second.


    "Buzz¡ª"


    Jiang Mian¡¯s phone suddenly rang. She thought it was Fu Sichen, but it turned out to be a call from her older brother.


    "Brother."


    "Don¡¯t worry, I¡¯ve asked around. Fu Sichen left earlyst night, didn¡¯t eat or drink anything, just went to give a statement and get tested."


    Even though her big brother and Fu Sichen had both said this, she was still a bit nervous until the results came out.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s lips pursed slightly: "Okay, I know it..."


    "Rx, everything is fine, we¡¯re all here."


    Lin Chen said a few more words, and Jiang Mian¡¯s mind was a bit scattered.


    After hanging up the phone, her gaze swept over the time disyed on her phone.


    It had been an hour already.


    If it really didn¡¯t work out, she would have to call Grandpa.


    The next second.


    Her phone vibrated again, and this time it was Fu Sichen.


    Jiang Mian immediately answered: "Fu Sichen..."


    There was a low chuckle on the other end, soothing and pleasant: "It¡¯s okay now, I¡¯m on my way back."


    Jiang Mian breathed a sigh of relief, trying to sound casual: "Really, first thing in the morning, you made my little heart almost get sick."


    There was a chuckle from Fu Sichen¡¯s throat: "I¡¯ll rub it for you when I get back."


    Shameless.


    "Then be careful on the way, and go back to sleep for a beauty nap."


    Once Jiang Mian was sure that nothing was wrong with Fu Sichen, she returned to her room and quickly fell asleep.


    "President Fu, the PRpany has already issued a statement,"


    Fu Sichen¡¯s well-defined fingers massaged his temples, his voice carrying a hint of fatigue: "Mhm, and there¡¯s another thing."


    What?


    Xu Lai looked over.


    "About the onlinements on Mrs. Fu, handle them."


    No wonder his little kitten got temperamental¡ªthere were so many "Mrs. Fu¡¯s."


    A lowugh suddenly escaped from Fu Sichen, thinking of his kitten¡¯s strong possessiveness...


    Fu Group¡¯s official Weibo ount: "Our President Fu abides by thew, rest assured, no building copse."


    The official ount directly released several pieces of evidence from the police station, including the details of that evening.


    As his personal secretary, Xu Lai always had the foresight to preserve evidence during such events.


    Theplete video of their entrance and exit was released, proving that Fu Sichen had kept his distance from others at the banquet and hadn¡¯t consumed anything¡ªnot a drop of water, nor had he touched any food.


    "This man¡¯s damn sense of propriety makes me love him even more"


    "Husband!! When can I find your *** (sensitive word alert)"


    What??


    What was that??


    Theizen was bewildered, and so were the others.


    What¡¯s going on.


    "I only sent ¡¯It¡¯s too sunny today¡¯ (146)!! What¡¯s happening!"


    "So *** is a sensitive word!"


    "No way, it¡¯s real! He¡¯s head over heels."


    While everyone was still discussing the sensitive word, those who saw the end of the video exploded.


    "President Fu and his wife are preparing to conceive!! Oh my god!!"


    "Rich and powerful couple¡¯spetitive love, and now nning a baby, I¡¯m crying!"


    "If I can¡¯t have President Fu, I¡¯ve already been waiting for his son."


    "If we¡¯re not allowed to say *** then I¡¯ll be Young Madam Fu"


    "Hahaha, the person above is a genius, count me in!"


    ...


    Waking up, Jiang Mian was forced to sit down and have breakfast.


    The dining room was unusually quiet, with Xu Lai and Luo Ting focusing on their breakfast.


    Xu Lai¡¯s OS: President Fu can¡¯t let loose in front of outsiders.


    Luo Ting¡¯s OS: Jiang Xiaomian just woke up, her brain isn¡¯t in gear yet.


    Xu Lai/Luo Ting: Who can save this atmosphere!!!


    Jiang Mian¡¯s phone on the table vibrated incessantly.


    Even Luo Ting¡¯s phone started vibrating.


    What was going on?

 Chapter 251: Is It Respectful or Fake? Having a Baby!

    <h4>Chapter 251: Chapter 251: Is It Respectful or Fake? Having a Baby!</h4>


    Jiang Mian picked up her phone and nced at it, all the messages were from WeChat¡ª


    Susu Big Baby: "I can¡¯t believe I¡¯m going to be a godmother!! And I had no clue!!"


    Ms. Jiang: "You must have been busytely, I¡¯ve sent over some nourishing supplements for you, eat them on time, mom and dad are not in a rush and are waiting."


    Pei Jingyue: "I¡¯ve recently found another ind, I¡¯ll give it to you as a presentter."


    ???


    What the heck.


    Baby Yu: "Wow wow wow! Congrattions in advance, are you nning on revealing your Mrs. Fu identity?"


    Wen Qianning: "You two are really fast, remember to share the good news with me when it¡¯s time~"


    Jiang Mian¡¯s brows furrowed as she read on.


    What¡¯s with all of them.


    Jiang Mian hadn¡¯t had time to reply to the messages when a call came in¡ª


    Grandpa Fu.


    She nced at Fu Sichen and picked up the call on speakerphone.


    "Grandpa."


    "Miss Lin, you¡¯re with Xiao Chen, right? When will you two be returning to North City? Grandpa has asked people to prepare some of your favorite foods."


    Huh?


    Jiang Mian looked at Fu Sichen: "Grandpa, I might still be busy with work these days."


    Fu Jingcun sounded somewhat worried over the phone: "Oh dear, let Xiao Chen handle the work. You¡¯ve been working so hard, and you shouldn¡¯t be overworking yourself if you¡¯re nning to have a baby."


    What the hell?!!!


    Having a baby!!!


    Jiang Mian¡¯s mind raced, matching up the messages she¡¯d just read.


    So, everyone thinks she¡¯s pregnant!!


    Who started this rumor!!


    She was definitely going to find a team ofwyers to sue that person furiously!!!


    Luo Ting chuckled awkwardly a couple of times and pushed the tablet in front of Jiang Mian, signaling her to take a look.


    #President Fu and his wife are preparing for pregnancy#


    What the heck!


    What sort of trending search was this?


    Fu Sichen chuckled quietly, "Grandpa, you shouldn¡¯t ask like that, Xuanxuan will get shy and blush.


    ???


    I¡¯m blushing from anger because of you.


    The trending search was ringly obvious as something Fu Sichen had said himself.


    Who does this to their own wife?!


    As soon as Grandpa Fu heard his grandson¡¯s voice, heughed out loud, his relief and excitement palpable through the screen: "Alright alright, I won¡¯t talk about it anymore. You treat Miss Lin well, I have already asked people to prepare some things to nourish her body and blood."


    "When you twoe home, I¡¯ll have someone send them over. You must eat them, or you won¡¯t have the energy."


    Jiang Mian scrolled through thements on Weibo and red at the man with slightly curved lips in front of her.


    Having elders bring up this kind of topic was beyond embarrassing.


    And this damn man looked like he was in a very good mood about it.


    "Yeah, grandpa, isn¡¯t it gettingte for you? You should rest early."


    "Yes, yes, take good care of Miss Lin."


    Fu Sichen acted as if she was already six months pregnant.


    Damn man!!


    What on earth are you doing!!!


    Even He Lei messaged to check in.


    He Lei: "Distinguished Madam! Are you having a baby?!! The leadingdy!!"


    Jiang Mian angrily tapped on her phone.


    Jiang Xiaomian: "Fake news, fake news, spread rumors again and you¡¯ll be getting awyer¡¯s letter."


    Director He, a man past his fifties, sure surfs the inte quickly.


    He Lei: "So what are you and your husband up to?"


    He Lei: "Forced love? Marital fun?"


    Jiang Mian: "..."


    Director, you sure know a lot.


    Jiang Xiaomian: "Your thoughts are very dangerous/knife.jpg./"


    He Lei: "I have to edit the film quickly, to release it sooner!"


    If Jiang Mian were really pregnant, for the following promotional activities, given President Fu¡¯s temperament, he would definitely not let her appear in public. And even if she did, that big boss would insist on ying the dutiful husband and stay by her side.


    A bit frightening, indeed.

 Chapter 252: Birthday Gift

    <h4>Chapter 252: Chapter 252: Birthday Gift</h4>


    ---


    "Ha ha ha ha ha, I¡¯m really going to die ofughter, I feel for our Mianmian."


    Su Lixing came all the way from Hua Country to hang out with her.


    Just a few days ago, Jiang Mian wrapped up her recent work and also met with the chief designer of LMAL, expressing her intention to coborate.


    Do your best and leave the rest to fate.


    Luo Ting flew back to the country first, as she still had business dealings to discuss for Jiang Mian¡¯s uing coborations.


    Fu Sichen stayed for two more days before returning home.


    During these two days, Jiang Mian could only describe her predicament as utterly unbearable.


    The two of them were soaking in the hot spring, and Su Lixing couldn¡¯t help but click her tongue twice when she saw the white marks on Jiang Mian¡¯s neck.


    "You guys are really gearing up to prepare for a baby, huh?"


    Jiang Mian nced at Su Lixing¡¯s look of amusement, "Your beautiful back and mine are in the same boat."


    "I was just saying, with your career on the rise, you wouldn¡¯t be willing to go home and have kids. It scared me so much I had to ask right away."


    Jiang Mian sipped her rose tea and spoke calmly, "You¡¯re just afraid that if I get pregnant, your wedding day won¡¯t be far behind."


    "Please, I¡¯m begging you, stop talking, give me a break."


    Ever since the news of her rtionship with Lin Chen got out, her parents have been going crazy, even nning outings together every day for the past few days.


    The horror.


    Su Lixing was terrified that one day they¡¯d suddenly notify her of her wedding date and remind her to attend.


    The two of them rxed and lowered their gaze for a while, when suddenly a date shed through Jiang Mian¡¯s mind.


    "Oh no! Fu Sichen¡¯s birthday ising up!!"


    Su Lixing said leisurely, "Haven¡¯t figured out what to give him?"


    Jiang Mian had no idea what to give him; she had never celebrated Fu Sichen¡¯s birthday since they got married.


    She had learned about the date fromizens online.


    "stic couple" confirmed!


    Su Lixing suddenly sat upright, "I¡¯ve got an idea for you."


    What?


    "Wrap yourself up as a gift and present yourself to him. President Fu would definitely like that sort of thing."


    Jiang Mian: "..."


    "Next time it¡¯s my brother¡¯s birthday, you could try that."


    Always with the sly suggestions.


    Jiang Mian set the matter aside and went on a serious shopping spree with Su Lixing.


    Before returning to her country, she took a photo of the design sketch on the table and sent it to the male jewelry private customization staff in North Country.


    Jiang Xiaomian: "[An ice blue gemstone brooch, thank you]"


    Jiang Mian stared at the sketched brooch, her mind involuntarily picturing the face of a particr man.


    She truly is the virtuous and wise Mrs. Fu.


    She didn¡¯t forget to prepare a birthday gift for Fu Sichen while shopping.


    He would surely be moved to tears if he found out.


    ---


    After returning to her country, Jiang Mian threw herself back into work.


    Filming for a reality show.


    "Shh!"


    Wei Zhouchen was a regr on this show, woken up by the crew early in the morning, with the task of waking up all the members.


    Naturally, his gaze fell on Jiang Mian, who was just getting up.


    "[Who understands! I struggled to get up¡ªthe production team is so inhumane]"


    "[What time is it, five o¡¯clock, I was just about to go to sleep]"


    "[Aaaah, Zhouzhou¡¯s beauty attack]"


    The production team would often surprise everyone with a live broadcast, and this time was no exception.


    "Beep¡ª"


    Wei Zhouchen swiped his card gently and tiptoed inside.


    !!!!


    Holy crap??


    He nearly let out a culturally rich expletive.


    Even the cameraman was startled.


    The curtains in the room were pulled open, and the faint light falling through the floor-to-ceiling windows illuminated the slender figure of the woman.


    Her legs stretched out, her entire body as soft as a line.


    There was soothing, rhythmic music ying in the background.


    "[What the hell?!! Who is this!!]"


    "[Crazy! Early morning yoga]"


    "[This flight, she¡¯s got such an amazing figure]"


    As the cameraman moved closer, everyone clearly saw the woman¡¯s beautiful and clean face, feeling the intense charm through the screen.


    "[Aaaaah! It¡¯s Jiang Mian!!]"


    "[So, this is the gap between me and a beauty]"

 Chapter 253: She and I Died Together

    <h4>Chapter 253: Chapter 253: She and I Died Together</h4>


    "Sister Mianmian, what are you up to this early in the morning?"


    Jiang Mian was also startled by the sudden arrival of the group, "How did you all get in?"


    The entrance waspletely blocked.


    They were starting filming already??


    So sudden!


    Jiang Mian sat up, took a sip of water, and greeted the online viewers in front of the camera, "Hello everyone, I¡¯m Jiang Mian, too bad you can¡¯t see me just woke up."


    [HAHAHAHAHAHA Jiang Mian you¡¯re going to kill meughing]


    [Don¡¯t tell me there¡¯s a script, she¡¯s too calm]


    [You must be new here, as everyone knows, the director team has a rebellious heart, no matter who you are]


    [Jiang Mian, can you go on variety shows more often, I love watching them]


    [Right! With Jiang Mian, it¡¯s so much more fun!!]


    Director: ?? So annoying!! It¡¯s so rare toe by and we missed out on the hottest topic of a female star¡¯s bare face.


    Wei Zhouchen was the first toin, "Director, they made me y the bad guy to wake you all up."


    Jiang Mian¡¯s gaze fell on the string of room cards in his hand and she smiled, "Let¡¯s go, wake them up."


    Wei Zhouchen: "Ah?"


    "What ¡¯ah¡¯? I¡¯ve done my calctions, the production team must be holding back a big move, and when the timees there will be some punishment for running overtime..."


    Jiang Mian had reviewed the content of the previous episodes beforeing to familiarize herself with the general flow of the variety show.


    Based on the production team¡¯s usual tactics, it wouldn¡¯t be that easy.


    The production team looked at each other in dismay: Did you spoil it?? Exactly the same!!


    How could that be!!


    [See that? Their PD faces couldn¡¯t keep up, haha]


    [I guess she figured it out]


    [Production Team: You really invited a bug over]


    Wei Zhouchen and Jiang Mian went one by one to wake up the other guests.


    The director held a megaphone and said somewhat downheartedly, "Time taken: 28 minutes 31 seconds, challenge passed."


    ???


    The guests were baffled.


    When did they sneakily give them an order again?


    The production team smiled and waved their hands, "As usual, first let¡¯s wee our special guest for this episode, Jiang Mian!"


    "Hello, I¡¯m Jiang Mian!"


    "Okay, we¡¯ve arranged for everyone to have breakfast."


    [Thanks for the support everyone, we¡¯ll wait for the main broadcast for the following content]


    Cutting off abruptly was always the style of the production team.


    [Hurry up!!! I want to watch it tomorrow!!]


    [What is it that I, your esteemed VIP, can¡¯t do]


    [You production team have no heart!!]


    ...


    After everyone had moved on, Jiang Mian looked at the production team pushing up everyone¡¯s surrendered phones and felt a bad premonition.


    The production team held up a megaphone, "This morning¡¯s task is to call someone close to you and say, ¡¯I want to buy something but don¡¯t have the money,¡¯ to see how much they¡¯re willing to sponsor in friendship, and it must be transferred to your ount on the spot."


    While everyone was discussing fervently, the live broadcast was cut.


    The first few guests either got nothing, or just a small amount like a thousand or a few hundred. When it came to Wei Zhouchen, he received a friendship sponsorship of one cent, which caused everyone tough.


    stic friendship.


    One more ruthless than the next.


    When it was Jiang Mian¡¯s turn, she wasn¡¯t sure who to call.


    Online interest was unprecedentedly high, and several topics revolved around Jiang Mian.


    The director decided to quietly start the live broadcast during Jiang Mian¡¯s call.


    She directly called Su Lixing; as soon as it was connected, "Jiang Xiaomian, what¡¯s wrong?"


    Jiang Mian frowned slightly, something was off about the woman¡¯s voice, "What¡¯s wrong with your voice? Are you sick?"


    From the other end of the phone came soft rustling sounds, and soon a male voice: "She¡¯s with me, hanging up."

 Chapter 254: Jiang Mian, You are Capable Now

    <h4>Chapter 254: Chapter 254: Jiang Mian, You are Capable Now</h4>


    Holy shit??


    Jiang Mian looked somewhat shocked, and the people beside her wore expressions of rapt attention.


    The bulletments went wild¡ª


    ["Hahahaha Jiang Xiaomian¡¯s expression is hugely shocked"]


    ["Am I the only one who thinks this guy¡¯s voice is really nice ahhhhh?!"]


    ["In broad daylight, makes one have fanciful thoughts"]


    ["No, that voice sounds off hahaha, I¡¯m changing colors"]


    Jiang Mian looked at the Director, "This... counts as an ident?"


    Who would have known she was with her elder brother during the day.


    If the crew didn¡¯t cut this part, it would be hrious when aired.


    Miss Su would be utterly embarrassed.


    The Director hadn¡¯t expected such a situation either; Jiang Mian couldn¡¯t be handled so carelessly, "Try another call; this one doesn¡¯t count."


    The live broadcast had started; they still needed to present some highlights.


    Call another...


    But whom could she call?


    Jiang Mian looked down and hesitated for a long time, scrolling through her VX contacts.


    Suddenly, a clear, amused voice spoke up beside her:"Teacher Jiang, you seem to have an ¡¯old man¡¯ with whom you are quite familiar; you could try calling him."


    Old man?!!


    The crew members were shocked! For a moment, they didn¡¯t know how to react.


    It¡¯smon for actresses to have backers in the industry, but bringing it up during a live broadcast was bound to incite major issues.


    Jiang Mian looked up at another woman, Meng Anan, beside her, whose innocent smile seemed somewhat guiltless.


    ["Oh my!! Spill the beans!!"]


    ["Is it the ¡¯old man¡¯ I¡¯m thinking of?"]


    ["So explosive, did Jiang Mian just crash and burn?"]


    ["Hard to say, let¡¯s keep watching."]


    The Director looked a bit uneasy, fearing potential issues, "Teacher Jiang, is it possible?"


    The crew had already ordered to cut the broadcast again, not exceeding five minutes.


    [Ahhhh, you really have no heart!!]


    [My appetite!!]


    [I might just die in front of your program]


    [Could it really be trouble that made it like this?]


    [I¡¯m gonna make a scene! I really want to watch!!!]


    Jiang Mian¡¯s lips curled slightly, showing little change in emotion, "Of course it¡¯s possible, but whether he¡¯ll answer, I don¡¯t know."


    The WeChat call connected quickly.


    Jiang Mian had already thought through her wording.


    Since Lin Chen and Su Lixing were together, she might just directly call Fu Sichen "elder brother."


    A brother-inw is still a brother.


    She was about to call out "Brother" when a deep, amused voice came from the other end, "Old man?"


    Shit!!


    Jiang Mian looked around quickly, he couldn¡¯t be at the venue, could he?


    Her tone was soft and slightly coquettish, "Brother."


    The man on the phone almostughed, his voice brimming with mirth, "Jiang Mian, you¡¯ve got some nerve."


    For the show! To borrow money!


    She had to endure!


    Jiang Mian¡¯s eyes curved, her tone sweet, "Brother~ I was wrong."


    "What do you want to buy this time?"


    What do you mean by ¡¯this time¡¯?!


    The crew was quite surprised; the previous few broadcasts hadn¡¯t been aired, how could her brother have known.


    Then everyone on-site heard the next shocking statement.


    "What¡¯s the task assigned by the crew?"


    Director: ??


    This person must be watching from just outside the broadcast room.


    The Director gestured slightly at Jiang Mian.


    "No task, just finished recording, want to buy something, but I¡¯m out of money..."


    Fu Sichen chuckled lightly, his voice appealing and maic, eliciting excitement from the female staff on site.


    "What about the supplementary card? Hit the limit?"


    It was clear that Fu Sichen was doing this on purpose!!

 Chapter 255: Your Old Man is Waiting for You at Home

    <h4>Chapter 255: Chapter 255: Your Old Man is Waiting for You at Home</h4>


    Jiang Mian, now running out of patience, continued, "I can¡¯t swipe a card, only ept transfers."


    "What do you mean I can¡¯t swipe a card for whatever it is, transfers won¡¯t be enough, WeChat has a limit of 20k per day, and Alipay is capped at 200k, that¡¯s not even enough for the spare change needed to buy whatever you¡¯re getting."


    ?!!!


    What kind of spending level does Jiang Mian have!!


    220k is just spare change.


    Oh my god!!!


    At this point, everyone¡¯s expressions were unpredictable.


    And there was this brother.


    His tone was indulgently pampering, to say the least.


    "220k is more than enough, thanks a lot, brother!"


    Fu Sichen smirked with amusement, "No need to thank me, give your thanks in person if you really want to."


    The man¡¯s voice was deep, with a hint of enticement at the end that made one irresistibly itch.


    Jiang Mian immediately hung up the phone, and soon her phone kept vibrating, the transfer notifications kept popping up.


    "Teacher Jiang, you really keep your cards close to your chest, your brother really treats you well."


    It was Meng Anan again.


    Jiang Mian curved her lips into a smile, her tone light and leisurely, with a casualugh, "Miss Meng, I don¡¯t need to report my affairs to you, talk less, work more, or you might mess up."


    Her breezy wordsnded heavily on Meng Anan.


    Meng Anan¡¯splexion turned sour, she pursed her lips and lowered her head, feeling wronged and innocent.


    Even flying I have to encounter such low-tier green tea.


    "Once everyone receives the transfer, that will be your funds for today¡¯s activities. Since Teacher Jiang has both WeChat and Alipay, our limit today is 2000, and you won¡¯t be able to use the rest for the time being."


    The director¡¯s team came up with a temporary solution, with the 220k, she wouldn¡¯t need to record today, she could win the first ce just by lying down.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s red lips twitched, "You guys are too heartless."


    220k, ruthlessly reduced to 2000 yuan.


    The director was smug, enjoying the upper hand.


    It wasn¡¯t as difficult as Director Xu had made it sound.


    Surely it was because hisst set of rules weren¡¯t perfect, that¡¯s why there were so many bugs.


    After this episode, he¡¯d definitely have to p Director Xu¡¯s face a bit, he was the one who had advised not to let Jiang Mian on the flight, or else he would have lost his hair from frustration.


    But for the subsequent recordings, the directorpletely fell apart, with Jiang Mian turning that 2000 yuan into an attitude worth 20k.


    Terrifying!!


    Director Xu: I told you to listen to me.


    Director: I admit, she¡¯s a bug.


    *


    After recording, Jiang Mian returned to the car and received a call from Su Lixing that was practically lethal.


    "Wu wu wu! I have lost my reputation."


    "Why did you have to start live streaming when you called!!"


    "It just had to be my clip, even your husband¡¯s part was cut off, I hate this!!"


    Su Lixing went to sleep for a while and when she woke up, she found her WeChat had blown up. Even the family group had personally forwarded the live video, adding subtitles and background music to it.


    A public execution.


    There was a family gathering in a couple of days, and right now Su Lixing was thinking of excuses not to go.


    Wu wu wu.


    "Who would have known that you and my brother would be in such high spirits during the day, ancient emperors dyed the morning court for a beauty, today President Lin skipped work for you, hahaha."


    Jiang Mian could even pause for a moment just hearing her brother¡¯s voice over the phone.


    Surprised but not at all unexpected.


    "Come and stay at the hotel with me tonight."


    Su Lixing didn¡¯t even want to go back home now, it was too embarrassing.


    She then fiercely cursed Lin Chen.


    It was as if he had yed and then vanished.


    Jiang Mian yawnedzily, "I¡¯m not going, I¡¯m going to go home for a beauty sleep."


    "You want to sleep for beauty¡¯s sake, you evenbeled President Fu as ¡¯old man¡¯ in your contacts, your ¡¯old man¡¯ is already waiting for you at home, hahahaha."


    Theughter from Su Lixing on the phone was merciless, echoing with the undertone of a spectator¡¯s mockery.

 Chapter 256: Might Be Several Nights Oh~

    <h4>Chapter 256: Chapter 256: Might Be Several Nights Oh~</h4>


    Jiang Mian unconsciously moved her phone away a bit.


    She felt offended.


    Lixing continued tough, "Come on, what man can stand hearing the word ¡¯old¡¯? You want your beauty sleep, I suggest we stay in a hotel together, away from men, otherwise you can forget about sleeping tonight."


    "Not just tonight, possibly several nights, Jiang Xiaomian~"


    Jiang Mian paused for two seconds, "The usual ce."


    "Okay, see youter, my darling!"


    Jiang Mian hung up the phone and said to the driver, "Turn around."


    Luo Ting, handling work affairs next to her, looked up, "Where to?"


    "To Beijiang Hotel."


    Luo Ting¡¯s expression carried a deep meaning, and her lips curled into an aunt-like smile, "Changing ces with President Fu? You two really redefine my concept of an arranged marriage couple."


    That "old man" today blew up spectacrly.


    Jiang Mian: "..."


    She shook her head and feigned a tone of helplessness and regret, "I now believe you¡¯ve been solo since birth, calling a man an ¡¯old man¡¯ means your days are numbered."


    Going back would mean...


    Luo Ting couldn¡¯t help but give Jiang Mian a thumbs up, "That¡¯s why you and President Fu are a match made in heaven. Others deliver you; you two have marital fun."


    Tough talker all over.


    *


    North City, an upscale dance hall on the second floor


    "A rare guest indeed, I didn¡¯t expect two busy people like you to grace my ce today."


    Su Yuchuan rushed over as soon as he heard Fu Sichen and Lin Chen were in his dance hall and put aside what he was doing.


    The bottle of foreign liquor on the table was already empty.


    Su Yuchuan picked it up and looked at it for a long time, heartbroken, "Brothers, if you drink, just drink, do you even know how many bottles of this are in the world?"


    "Only ten bottles! I haven¡¯t even had one!"


    "I have three at home, I¡¯ll send you one."


    Fu Sichen lowered his gaze and took another sip from his ss, "Coincidentally, I have three bottles too, I¡¯ll give you one."


    Such luck!!


    Su Yuchuan promptly poured thest bit from the bottle for himself.


    An extra two bottles; he also wanted to taste it first.


    "Why bothering here if you¡¯re not looking for a wife? I really don¡¯t get it..."


    Su Yuchuan stopped mid-sentence suddenly, "Oh~ Jiang Xiaomian might be avoiding you, after all, not everyone can handle those three words."


    Thinking about the trending topic that afternoon was hriously funny.


    Can say this girl really has guts.


    Fu Sichen¡¯s deep ck eyes nced over at Su Yuchuan, who immediately shut his mouth and sat down.


    "Not to criticize, brother-inw, but you and Su Lixing really need to rein it in. You¡¯ve scared her away from going home today; the family chat group was buzzing."


    "They keep saying my uncle and aunt won¡¯t be long before they can be grandparents and hold a child."


    Lin Chen¡¯s voice was faint, tinged with a smile, "Then your parents are even more anxious, it¡¯s necessary to arrange some other heiresses for blind dates with you, besides the Ye Family¡¯s heiress, any Wang or Li family¡¯s are possible."


    "If need be, we brothers can help your uncle and aunt with this trouble."


    "Bang~"


    A crisp and pleasant sound of clinking sses resonated through the air.


    Fu Sichen¡¯s lips curved slightly, Lin Chen was in a good mood.


    Su Yuchuan, looking at the two men still clinking sses in front of him, could only swallow his frustration.


    Still had to resort to women to rectify thewlessness.


    Blind dating was like a death sentence for him, better to jump into the sea.


    Couldn¡¯t bear it.


    Su Yuchuan pulled out his phone and started tapping away¡ª

 Chapter 257: Bringing the Young Wife Home

    <h4>Chapter 257: Chapter 257: Bringing the Young Wife Home</h4>


    Su Yuchuan: [This is an actualint, your husband is at the nightclub drinking and watching pretty girls, suggesting domestic discipline!]


    Su Yuchuan: [This is a real usation, your boyfriend is at the nightclub drinking and watching pretty girls, suggesting you break up with him!]


    Jiang Mian and Su Lixing received Su Yuchuan¡¯s messages at the same time at the hotel.


    Both of them nced at the message, looked up and exchanged eye contact, understanding each other¡¯s thoughts: "Su Yuchuan?"


    One used her husband, the other her boyfriend.


    Su Lixing replied with her head down: "He¡¯s probably being driven crazy by matchmaking."


    Su Lixing: [Perfect, I¡¯m also checking out handsome guys /spinning.jpg/]


    Jiang Mian leaned back on the couch andzily sat up, her red lips curling into a smile as she typed a line of text.


    Jiang Xiaomian: [No problem, I just happen to be using his money to find some fresh meat]


    Buzz¡ª


    Buzz¡ª


    Su Yuchuan received both messages at the same time.


    He was eager to see what these two would say, to punish the two brazen,wless men in front of him.


    The result¡ª


    Both were heartless!!!


    Women are scarier.


    What handsome guys.


    Spending his money to find other fresh meat.


    Su Yuchuan sadly nced at the two men drinking.


    Let them drink.


    If the alcohol would make them happy, then it was worth it.


    *


    "Knock knock knock."


    "Knock knock knock."


    There was a knocking sound outside the door.


    There were two clean and pretty women lying on the bed, with the remains of two sses of red wine next to them.


    Su Lixing¡¯s eyshes trembled slightly as she nudged Jiang Mian beside her: "Someone¡¯s knocking on the door..."


    Jiang Mian turned over: "Hmm..."


    The room fell silent again.


    "Knock knock knock."


    Another round of knocking shattered the silence.


    "Who is it so early in the morning..."


    Jiang Mian was a light sleeper, with tears still pooling in the corner of her eyes and a frown on her brow that hinted at the crankiness of being awakened early.


    They hadn¡¯t called for room service, and staff at a five-star hotel usually wouldn¡¯t disturb guests without calling first.


    What could be happening this early today?


    Su Lixing slowly sat up, still sleepy: "I don¡¯t know."


    She better not find out it was just some trivial matter, or she would lose it.


    She first slipped on her sandals, while Jiang Mian followed behind, head hanging low, her beautiful eyes barely open, as she clutched Su Lixing and walked towards the door.


    The door opened.


    !!!!!!


    Su Lixing sobered up quite a bit, pushing Jiang Mian who was leaning on her back: "Mianmian, stop sleeping..."


    "Who is it! What¡¯s the time."


    Jiang Mian stuck her head out and nced up to see a familiar figure.


    ?!!!!


    She rubbed her eyes. She wasn¡¯t seeing things, was she?


    Fu Sichen and Lin Chen.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s voice was soft and a bit hoarse: "Why are you here."


    "Here to take my little wife home."


    The man¡¯s low chuckle was seductive and hauntingly intimate.


    !!!!!!


    Jiang Mian stepped forward and covered Fu Sichen¡¯s mouth.


    tant indiscretion in public.


    Fu Sichen embraced the woman into his arms, tender and precious.


    He took Jiang Mian¡¯s hand that covered his mouth and looked down at her with a smile that wasn¡¯t quite a smile: "Throwing yourself into my arms."


    Delusional!!


    Seeing this, Lin Chen picked up Su Lixing and headed towards an empty room inside: "We¡¯ll leave you two here, we¡¯re going in."


    "Ah ah ah! Lin Chen, what are you doing! Don¡¯t go crazy!"


    Su Lixing was enjoying watching the scene unfold when suddenly she felt weightless as Lin Chen carried her into the next room.


    "Bang!"


    The door was firmly closed.


    Jiang Mian was too sleepy to care about the old rules anymore.


    She reached out to pull over Fu Sichen, her voice soft and coquettishly pleading: "Let me sleep a bit more, I¡¯m so tired..."


    As for everything else, they could talk about it after waking up.

 Chapter 258: Let You Have Your Say Afterwards

    <h4>Chapter 258: Chapter 258: Let You Have Your Say Afterwards</h4>


    Jiang Mian woke up again on therge bed at Beijing Mansion.


    Lazily sitting up, the zing light filtered through the gaps in the curtains.


    The bedroom door was slightly ajar, and the sound ofughter and cheerful voices drifted up from downstairs.


    That voice...


    It sounded a bit like Ms. Jiang.


    Jiang Mian listened more carefully.


    Huh???


    It sounded like Grandpa Fu was there too.


    She bolted upright, changed into a clean and appropriate long dress, and slowly made her way downstairs.


    "Miss Lin is up."


    A standard smile appeared on Jiang Mian¡¯s beautiful face: "Grandpa, mom and dad, what brings you here today?"


    "We came to see you, and remember to drink everything on the table."


    Jiang Mian¡¯s gaze followed Jiang Yutian¡¯s hand and herposed smile suddenly froze.


    What are these??!!


    Pork rib soup, carp soup, and some sea cucumber supplements.


    This isn¡¯t pregnancy preparation, this is a fattening n.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s plea for help fell on Fu Sichen.


    The man stood up unhurriedly and pulled Jiang Mian to the dining table: "Mom is right; it¡¯s the thought of the elders."


    Fu Sichen leaned down and whispered in Jiang Mian¡¯s ear: "Isn¡¯t that right, little wifey?"


    Eww~


    Jiang Mian shivered involuntarily, getting goosebumps all over.


    This man really held a grudge.


    Jiang Mian took out her phone and threw it in front of Fu Sichen, lowering her voice: "I was wrong~ you fix it!"


    This old man is really high-maintenance.


    Fu Sichen turned off the phone with his hand, his breath deepening, and the corner of his mouth curving into a dangerous smile: "It¡¯s too early now, I¡¯ll let you have your fillter."


    "..."


    Jiang Mian now had these words involuntarily looping in her mind¡ª


    "I want to escape~"


    "But I can¡¯t escape~"


    She¡¯s bewitched, it¡¯s lethal.


    That night, Jiang Mian couldn¡¯t escape and was thoroughly schooled.


    She couldn¡¯t bear to hear the words "I was wrong~" anymore.


    *


    As the weather slowly turned colder, "Linghua" released its first trailer, setting a new record for views.


    Jiang Mian attracted countless fans just with her several Cheongsam outfits featured in the trailer.


    "We¡¯ve hit 50 million, Sister Mianmian!"


    Yangyang clutched the phone, watching the constantly refreshing fan count on Jiang Mian¡¯s Weibo.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s eyshes fluttered; she leaned on the studio couch, slightly dozing off, and asked in azy voice, "Time to prepare some fan service?"


    At that time, Luo Ting mentioned, with so many fans, they definitely had to prepare something for breaking fifty million.


    Yangyang moved to sit next to Jiang Mian: "The 50 million fans are waiting."


    To be so popr with just a few simple images and lines, even before the broadcast.


    If "Linghua" officially sets an airdate, the discussion and fan count could be unimaginably high.


    Jiang Mian scrolled on her phone, her eyes drooping, feeling somewhat sleepy.


    "Sister Mianmian, are you off to go shopping again?"


    Yangyang watched as Jiang Mian browsed through various luxury brands¡¯ new season products, dazzling to the eye.


    And she saw Jiang Mian saving one item after another.


    In ackadaisical tone with a hint of depth in her beautiful eyes, Jiang Mian responded, "Nope, just looking at the fifty million fan service."


    ???


    Other people¡¯s fifty million fan services involve a dance or something, but with this scale, it seems like you¡¯re nning to give away fifty million.


    It¡¯s so good to be a fan of Jiang Mian.


    "It just so happens we haven¡¯t had any major fan services recently, so let¡¯s make this one a bit better. When the drama airs, by then we might directly do the fifty or sixty million fan service all together."


    Many bespoke luxury items can¡¯t be obtained immediately; even if ordered now, it may be some time before they are received.


    Eyes sparkling, Yangyang asked, "Can I apply for an internal reward?"


    "When the timees, you guys pick first."


    Yangyang almost hugged Jiang Mian: "Boss Jiang, I¡¯m gonna love you to death."

 Chapter 259: Wuuu, Something Is Going to Happen

    <h4>Chapter 259: Chapter 259: Wuuu, Something Is Going to Happen</h4>


    Jiang Mian¡¯s eyes were somewhat unfocused, her head felt heavy.


    "Sister Mianmian, have you been too idletely? I mean, you¡¯ve been getting sleepy quite easily, and you seem to have plumped up a tad. Sister Ting will certainly scold you when she gets back."


    Jiang Mian yawned, her vision slightly blurry, and after pausing for a while, she became more alert, "What did you say?"


    Yangyang¡¯s voice became much softer, "Haven¡¯t you noticed that you¡¯ve been wanting to sleep a lot recently?"


    In the studio, I don¡¯t even know how many yawns I¡¯ve refrained from.


    Wrapped in a pillow on the sofa, aside from sleeping, it was just ying with her phone.


    Still, we should wait for Sister Ting toe back and arrange some work for Sister Mianmian¡ªthese days have been toofortably idle.


    "No, I¡¯m talking about the next sentence."


    Ah?


    "Are you sure?"


    "It¡¯s fine. I just want to make sure."


    Yangyang tentatively said, "I think you¡¯ve gotten a little bit chubbier recently."


    Jiang Mian looked at herself in the clothes she was wearing.


    Isn¡¯t it just that the weather has gotten colder and I¡¯m dressing more warmly?


    Jiang Mian has always been slightly cold-natured since she was young. As soon as the weather turns cold, she can¡¯t wait to wrap herself up from head to toe.


    Seeing Jiang Mian¡¯sck of reaction, Yangyang even gestured with her hands, "Right around your face, maybe because you slimmed down too much for ¡¯Floating Life,¡¯ and by now it should be back to normal."


    In her mind, Jiang Mian thought about recent times¡ª


    "Jiang Xiaomian,e out for drinks."


    "Refused, this youngdy needs to catch up on sleep."


    Susu Big Baby: [Woman, woman, woman, hurry up ande shopping with me.]


    Susu Big Baby: [Finally free from your brother¡¯s ws, Sister is back, let¡¯s go have fun tonight!]


    Jiang Xiaomian: [Don¡¯t want to move, lying down.]


    Susu Big Baby: [What¡¯s the matter with you, lying down every day!]


    Jiang Mian suddenly sat up from the sofa.


    How long has it been like this?


    The ultimate culprit for being so sleepy and tired thesest few days was¡ªthe damn man.


    Nocturnal wailing...


    A sudden sh crossed Jiang Mian¡¯s mind.


    Did I gain weight?!!!


    It¡¯s been a while since Ist weighed myself.


    When did my periode???


    A series of questions made her expression fluctuate.


    Yangyang looked at Jiang Mian, "Sister Mianmian, what¡¯s wrong with you?"


    Why does it feel like yourplexion is getting worse?


    "Do you need to go to the hospital?"


    Jiang Mian tried to calm herself down. It couldn¡¯t be that bad.


    A high frequency doesn¡¯t mean good luck, and the precautions were safe.


    "Yangyang, do me a favor."


    What?


    Jiang Mian lowered her voice, "Go to the pharmacy and buy a pregnancy test."


    !!!


    Yangyang was thoroughly dumbfounded by that sentence, utterly shocked.


    "Sister Mianmian..."


    Her gaze unconsciously fell on Jiang Mian¡¯s stomach, "It can¡¯t be."


    They had only seen President Fu joking about preparing for pregnancy on the inte before, but what was the situation now?


    She was really pregnant.


    "I don¡¯t know, but the signs..."


    Jiang Mian certainly couldn¡¯t go to the hospital now, she could only rely on a home test first.


    Yangyang suppressed her own emotions and then agreed, "Wait for me, I¡¯ll go buy it for you."


    Jiang Mian slumped on the sofa, her mind full of various possibilities.


    Ptui, ptui, ptui, just tired.


    But one shouldn¡¯t normally be this sleepy.


    Rest assured now, trust the precautions, otherwise, I¡¯d directly report the product.


    But such things also have idents.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s inner conflict mounted.


    She took out her phone and unleashed a barrage of messages at Fu Sichen.


    Jiang Xiaomian: [Bastard!! Dog of a man!!]


    Jiang Xiaomian: [Wuwuwu, something bad is going to happen]


    Jiang Xiaomian: [Fu Sichen!! You¡¯re done for!! No, it¡¯s me who¡¯s done for.]


    ...

 Chapter 260: Have You Tested It?

    <h4>Chapter 260: Chapter 260: Have You Tested It?</h4>


    Fu Sichen was on a business trip to a neighboring city when Xu Lai held the wildly vibrating phone that felt particrly hot to the touch.


    Today was an important business meeting, after which long-term cooperative development was immeasurable if things went well.


    But there were messages from his wife.


    Seven or eight in a row¡ªit absolutely wasn¡¯t a small matter.


    Xu Lai was sweating with anxiety at the entrance.


    Just then, the door to the meeting room opened, and Fu Sichen fastened a button on his suit jacket with one hand, the other hand shaking with the CEO in front of him, smiling, "It¡¯s been a pleasure doing business."


    "It¡¯s been a pleasure doing business."


    After the group left, Xu Lai immediately approached him, "President Fu, there¡¯s a message from your wife, seems like something happened."


    Fu Sichen took the phone, his brows slightly furrowed as he read the nonsensical, sporadic messages from Jiang Mian, "How long will it take to drive back?"


    Xu Lai thought for two seconds, "Probably between seven and eight in the evening to get home."


    "Let¡¯s head back immediately."


    "Alright, President Fu."


    *


    North City


    7:00 PM


    Jiang Mian sat in the bathroom without moving for a long time.


    What to do if she really was pregnant?


    To have or not to have the baby.


    She really wasn¡¯t prepared, this child was unexpected.


    After much hesitation, she clenched her teeth and tore open the package.


    The door opened.


    !!!


    "Thud!"


    The brand-new pregnancy test stick fell to the floor.


    Fu Sichen¡¯s eyes followed its fall.


    He bent down to pick it up, his deep ck eyes roiled with emotion, his voice trembling slightly, "Did you test?"


    "I haven¡¯t..."


    His body still carried the chill of the cold wind, and Jiang Mian hammered him several times, "It¡¯s all your fault! So annoying! Fu Sichen!!"


    "I¡¯ll take you to the hospital."


    With that, Fu Sichen moved to carry Jiang Mian downstairs.


    "No, no, getting caught on camera would cause a scandal."


    At this time, both "Linghua" and "Floating Life" were in season.


    Next year¡¯s schedule was even busier.


    Because of this issue, Jiang Mian couldn¡¯t feel happy at all when she heard that the LMAL contract had been officially signed that afternoon.


    Fu Sichen¡¯s lips were thinly set, his sharp eyes now showed a hint of worry.


    Heforted the woman in his arms, "It¡¯s a private hospital, I¡¯ll have Chen Yanyu work some overtime."


    Chen Yanyu: Thanks, you really are a good friend.


    Private Hospital


    After going through all the procedures, Jiang Mian nervously grasped Fu Sichen¡¯s hand.


    "It¡¯s fine."


    Fine my ass.


    Of course, you¡¯re fine!!


    If I really am pregnant, I¡¯d have to carry this baby for ten months!!


    I¡¯m only 24 years old, boo hoo.


    "Buzz Buzz¡ª"


    Both Jiang Mian¡¯s and Fu Sichen¡¯s phones started ringing at the same time.


    [Ms. Jiang]


    [Grandfather]


    Jiang Mian handed the phone to Fu Sichen, "You take it."


    They probably both knew that we were at the hospital and had visited the gynecology department at this time.


    She didn¡¯t want to face this right now.


    Fu Sichen pressed the answer button on both phones at once, speakerphone on, "Grandfather, Mom, if you¡¯re both asking about the same thing, we still don¡¯t know yet."


    Ms. Jiang was the first to speak, "How¡¯s Xuanxuan?"


    "Mom, she¡¯s right next to me."


    Fu Jingcun¡¯s voice on the phone still sounded sleepy, "When will the results be out?"


    "Grandfather, it¡¯ste, you should rest early. I¡¯m here, and Xuanxuan is fine."


    "The results are out;e with me."


    Chen Yanyu, holding a dozen or so report sheets, headed straight to the office.


    There was a slight darkening in Fu Sichen¡¯s deep ck eyes, "Grandfather, Mom, we¡¯re going to hang up now, we¡¯ll let you know as soon as we have news."


    The two sat in the office, with only the rustling noise of Chen Yanyu flipping through the papers.


    He arched an eyebrow andughed at the tense couple in front of him, "What are you so nervous about, rx."


    Fu Sichen spoke in a deep voice, his tone fluctuating with tension, "What¡¯s the result?"

 Chapter 261: Wishing You a Happy Life

    <h4>Chapter 261: Chapter 261: Wishing You a Happy Life</h4>


    Chen Yanyu feigned nonchnce, "Nothing to worry about, eat and drink as usual, your wife isn¡¯t pregnant."


    Not pregnant!!


    Jiang Mian¡¯s tense face suddenly rxed, "Are you sure?"


    "It¡¯s true, but your recent fatigue is causing you to feel sleepy often. Plus, with the heating on now, it¡¯s all normal. You¡¯re a little anemic."


    Chen Yanyu¡¯s gaze fell upon Fu Sichen, "It¡¯s the same old issue, just restrain yourself a bit. Your wife is delicate and precious; you¡¯re really worse than beasts."


    Jiang Mian breathed a sigh of relief, and listening to Chen Yanyu put it that way, she felt especially relieved.


    Fu Sichen, impably dressed, yet no better than a beast.


    Chen Yanyu began packing up his things, "What? You look a bit disappointed."


    This couple is too much.


    Always stirring up troublete at night.


    Fu Sichen stood up, reached for Jiang Mian¡¯s warmed hand, and said unhurriedly, "Thank you for your hard work, Dr. Chen."


    Chen Yanyu watched the couple¡¯s retreating figures and shouted excitedly, "I am the Director!! Director Chen."


    So disrespectful, no manners.


    Jiang Mian got back into the passenger seat, swinging her feet in a good mood.


    Fu Sichen¡¯s voice was low and maic, tinged with amusement, "Feeling happy?"


    "Of course! I¡¯ve been keeping this a secret so well. Once I get pregnant, I could finally rx and expose everything. It¡¯s just too magical."


    Jiang Mian¡¯s voice softened a little, muttering, "Besides, I¡¯m not ready yet."


    If she really was pregnant, she wouldn¡¯t even know what to expect.


    Susu Big Baby: [How did it go?!!]


    Susu Big Baby: [Am I really going to be a godmother waaaahhh]


    Word spreads fast.


    Jiang Xiaomian: [Dispelling rumors, sis is still a flower, a beautiful flower!]


    Jiang Xiaomian: [Why are you crying? I, the one involved, am not crying.]


    Susu Big Baby: [I wasn¡¯t prepared for this either.]


    Jiang Mianughed at the message Su Lixing sent back.


    This prospective godmother seemed more nervous than the mother herself.


    Susu Big Baby: [By the way, I thought these things wouldn¡¯t be used.]


    What things?


    "Dingdong¡ª"


    Fu Sichen¡¯s phone on the side vibrated, a text message popped up on the screen.


    Both of them looked over¡ª


    [Your intimate lifestyle products are rushing to you¡ªwishing you a joyous and blissful life~]


    Thest four characters were especially ring.


    Fu Sichen looked away, curving his lips and murmuring with a smile, "Is this what Mrs. Fu wishes?"


    What¡¯s this?!!


    "I would never throw myself into the fire like that."


    Amusement rumbled in Fu Sichen¡¯s throat, his distinct finger joints tapping on the steering wheel, his mood very bright.


    Susu Big Baby: [I specifically asked your big brother for President Fu¡¯s number, I believe he¡¯ll be very happy.]


    Jiang Xiaomian: [?? Thank you so much!!]


    Susu Big Baby: [You¡¯re wee, I only wish for my sister¡¯s bliss.]


    Jiang Mian directly took Fu Sichen¡¯s phone, found the corresponding shop based on the text, contacted the customer service, and ced an order with the edited address and telephone number.


    It was done swiftly without dy.


    Five minutester.


    Susu Big Baby: [You¡¯re so cruel!!! Waaahhh...]


    Susu Big Baby: [I¡¯ll be sent away immediately.]


    Jiang Mian¡¯s lips curved, it seemed like big brother got the message quickly.


    Jiang Xiaomian: [My sister, I also only wish for your bliss.]


    She put down her phone, its screen frozen on the recent chat with the customer service.


    [Dear, please send a text for confirmation and make it a bit more affectionate, thank you!]


    [Sure, no problem, we¡¯re happy to serve.]

 Chapter 262: Ice Blue Brooch

    <h4>Chapter 262: Chapter 262: Ice Blue Brooch</h4>


    ¡ª


    Fu Jingcun and Jiang Yutian regretted a little, even as they said it was no big deal after finding out it was all just a misunderstanding.


    Thus, it turned out to be just a misunderstanding.


    "I almost died of fright when Yangyang mentioned it to me that day."


    Having just signed with LMAL and then finding out she was pregnant, she had no idea how to exin it to the director.


    Fortunately, it was nothing but a false rm.


    Jiang Mian looked down modestly while putting on makeup, as she was set to shoot a promo magazine and posters that very day.


    "There¡¯s a reality show called ¡¯Life Under the Spotlight¡¯, documenting and filming the daily lives of actors. It looks quite popr and well-nned."


    Jiang Mian raised her eyes to look at Luo Ting, her voice husky, "Sister, do you think my house is presentable?"


    Luo Ting: "..."


    That was a good question.


    If they really started filming, probably more than half of Jiang Mian¡¯s house would be off-limits.


    There would even be a man who couldn¡¯t return home.


    "I didn¡¯t t out refuse on my side. I left the option open. They¡¯re not in a hurry anyway, they¡¯re probably starting after the New Year. You can still consider it beforehand."


    "Buzz buzz¡ª"


    Jiang Mian¡¯s phone vibrated.


    Picking up the call, she said, "Hello."


    The voice on the line spewed out protocols, and Jiang Mian pondered with her eyes cast downward. After a moment, "Just send it directly to Fu Group, marked for Fu Sichen¡¯s personal collection."


    "Of course, Miss Jiang."


    After hanging up, Jiang Mian¡¯s red lips pursed slightly as she nced at the date on her phone.


    Today was November 22.


    "Sister Ting, you have Xu Lai¡¯s contact information, right?"


    Luo Ting nodded, "What¡¯s up?"


    Jiang Mian¡¯s lips curled up slightly, her intentions obscure, "Ask him about Fu Sichen¡¯s schedule today, and make sure not to say I¡¯m the one asking."


    "Ah... Sure, I¡¯ll ask."


    The missus was being secretive as always; there was certainly something afoot.


    *


    Fu Group


    There was a knock on the office door: "President Fu."


    "Come in."


    The man lowered his gaze to the document in his hand, eyes slightly furrowed, his chill aura instilling a touch of fear around him.


    Xu Lai walked in, carrying a gift box and ced it on the desk: "President Fu, this is for you."


    Fu Sichen¡¯s eyes lifted slightly, taking in the royal blue velvet packaging, the golden sp.


    His eyes fell on the golden thread logo embossed on the top, a well-known brand for private customization for men abroad.


    Generally speaking, orders needed to be ced more than a month in advance, and the wait could be as long as half a year.


    Fu Sichen penned a powerful signature at the bottom of a file, his voice level and calm: "Who sent it?"


    "They just came down and said it was sent over from Mrs. Fu."


    Fu Sichen¡¯s hand with the pen paused, and he removed his sses.


    He took the gift box, his slender fingers deftly unlocking the ornate sp.


    Under the incandescent light, an ice-blue translucentpel pin rested within the silk-lined indent.


    The gem¡¯s cut was smooth, brilliantly lustrous like the dazzling coast, opulent and prestigious.


    Throughout his time shadowing his boss, Xu Lai had an insight into Mrs. Fu¡¯s level of spending.


    He had seen many exotic treasures.


    Thispel pin¡¯s gem resembled the pure gemstone that Mrs. Fu had bid on earlier; it was wless, and even holding it gave a cooling sensation to the touch.


    Back when Mrs. Fu had won the bid, she couldn¡¯t have been more pleased, holding onto it dearly, even dering that this gem was her recent favorite, rivaling even aplete set of pink diamonds in stature.


    Fu Sichen¡¯s fingertips stroked thepel pin softly, his demeanorposed, a faint smile gracing his usually cold features.


    No wonder she¡¯d been so secretive, cradling her phe at night.


    Sometimes she¡¯d even have to spend half an hour in her own gemstone room.


    He had thought Mrs. Fu had taken a fancy to some new treasure and was rearranging to make space for it.


    But it turned out...


    "President Fu, should I go ask?"


    Fu Sichen¡¯s voice was deep and unruffled: "No need."


    He closed the box: "You can go out now."


    "All right, President Fu."

 Chapter 263: Preparing for President Fu’s 28th Birthday

    <h4>Chapter 263: Chapter 263: Preparing for President Fu¡¯s 28th Birthday</h4>


    Xu Lai¡¯s phone began to vibrate several times as soon as he stepped out of the office door.


    Luo Ting: [Is President Fu having any other nster?]


    Huh??


    Why is everyone acting so mysterious today?


    Leaving him out of whatever it is.


    Xu Lai: [There might be a cocktail party to attend tonight]


    Xu Lai was about to say more when the office door opened.


    He immediately pocketed his phone: "President Fu."


    "Cancel the cocktail party tonight. Where is my wife?"


    Xu Lai was stunned, then quickly followed: "The madam had a magazine shoot this afternoon, and she should probably be finishing up and heading home around now."


    "Tell the organizers to postpone tonight¡¯s cocktail party, I¡¯m heading home."


    "Yes, President Fu."


    Luo Ting: [If President Fu is about to head back, please send me a message, thank you!]


    Xu Lai: [President Fu won¡¯t be attending the cocktail party tonight; he¡¯s on his way back now.]


    Luo Ting read Xu Lai¡¯s message verbatim: "President Fu won¡¯t be attending the cocktail party tonight; he¡¯s on his way back now."


    What??


    Jiang Mian had just finished the shoot and was sitting in the nanny car.


    "What¡¯s gotten into you today, inquiring about President Fu¡¯s schedule and all that, sneaking around?"


    Luo Ting narrowed her eyes: "Is there something going on?"


    It can¡¯t be that simple.


    Jiang Mian nced down, busy coordinating something in a chat, her eyes glistening with a sly smile: "Tomorrow is Sichen¡¯s 28th birthday, just making some preparations for him."


    "Oh! When did you be so thoughtful?"


    Luo Ting couldn¡¯t help but tease her own artist: "I don¡¯t recall who it was that said our marriage was just for show¡ªI¡¯ve never seen anyone celebrate their stic husband¡¯s birthday."


    "No, no, no."


    Jiang Mian extended her pale, slender finger and waved it: "That ¡¯stic husband¡¯ isn¡¯t President Fu. I need to keep on the good side of President Fu."


    Luo Ting: "..."


    I believed another one of your tall tales.


    "After all, I spent so much of his money recently, I should repay him."


    "So what will you use to repay him?"


    Jiang Mian¡¯s lovely peach blossom eyes curved with a smile: "You¡¯ll know in a couple of days."


    Tsk tsk tsk.


    Being all mysterious now.


    "Don¡¯t go back to Beijing Mansion, head to Beijiang Hotel."


    Huh??


    "Why are you going to the hotel to celebrate President Fu¡¯s birthday... not going home?"


    Luo Ting regretted her words as soon as they were out: "Never mind, you don¡¯t have to say. I understand."


    Understand what?


    With an aunt-like smile, Luo Ting patted Jiang Mian¡¯s hand: "The romantic whims of a young couple. Just remember to post about the LMAL endorsement deal when you wake up tomorrow. I won¡¯t disturb you the rest of the time."


    "..."


    Jiang Mian almost rolled her eyes at her own agent.


    Jiang Mian choked on her words: "There would be no surprise if he came home, so I had to change the location."


    Luo Ting dropped Jiang Mian off at the hotel, helped blow up some balloons to set the atmosphere, and then left.


    Jiang Mian neatly ced the cake on the table, turned off the main lights, and lit a few candles.


    Just as she was about to go into the bathroom in the bedroom to wash up, she saw the white bedspread covered in red rose petals.


    ???


    Sister Ting sneaking around with this again.


    Jiang Mian checked the time, worried she wouldn¡¯t finish in time, and hurried into the bathroom to wash up.


    "Still haven¡¯t found the madam?"


    Sichen sat on the sofa, his gaze deep, still holding the exquisite velvet gift box in his hand.


    Returning home, he couldn¡¯t find any trace of Jiang Mian. After several calls, they all said she wasn¡¯t in.


    The clock on the wall struck eleven o¡¯clock sharp.


    Sichen looked down at the undialed numbers on his phone, his brows slightly furrowed, his expression dim.


    Xu Lai finally got through to Luo Ting: "Hello? Sister Ting, are you with the madam?"

 Chapter 264: Happy Birthday, Fu Sichen!

    <h4>Chapter 264: Chapter 264: Happy Birthday, Fu Sichen!</h4>


    "Jiang Mian? Shouldn¡¯t you be with President Fu at this time?"


    Xu Lai immediately exined, "Madam¡¯s phone has been unreachable. Do you know where she is?"


    Luo Ting paused and nced at the time on her phone.


    It seems that Jiang Mian¡¯s phone had run out of battery and had not been charged yet.


    "Sorry, sorry, Jiang Mian¡¯s phone must have run out of battery. I was also busy and turned off my phone without noticing. She¡¯s at the Beijiang Hotel. Please tell President Fu not to worry, Jiang Mian is fine. Please ask him to go there."


    Beijiang Hotel?


    Xu Lai looked at Fu Sichen.


    Fu Sichen stood up and grabbed his suit jacket draped on the sofa, "Let¡¯s go to the Beijiang Hotel."


    "Okay, President Fu."


    As Xu Lai made a call and walked out, "Sister Ting, thank you, I¡¯ll hang up now."


    "Mm, alright."


    Jiang Mian finished washing up and then charged her phone.


    After turning it on, there were about twenty missed calls.


    All from Fu Sichen...


    She redialed one and it quickly connected.


    Fu Sichen¡¯s deep voice came through the phone, "Jiang Mian."


    It had been a long time since Jiang Mian had heard Fu Sichen call her in that tone.


    Trouble.


    Fu Sichen might be angry.


    "My phone ran out of battery..."


    Listening to the slightly coquettish and soft tone of the woman on the phone, Fu Sichen slightly rubbed his temples, "Stay there, don¡¯t move. I¡¯m on my way."


    "Mm! I¡¯ll wait for you~ Honey!"


    Driving, Xu Lai also sighed in relief after hearing his wife¡¯s voice.


    President Fu¡¯s aura was too frightening just now.


    Jiang Mian watched the seconds tick by on her phone,


    until the time jumped to 11:58.


    There was a knock at the door.


    She immediately ran to the door, and as she opened it, she ced her hand in front of Fu Sichen¡¯s eyes.


    "Don¡¯t look! Close your eyes first."


    She pulled Fu Sichen in, then turned around and closed the door.


    "Don¡¯t y disappearing games next time."


    She scolded, being nerve-wracking for three hours as if gone without a trace.


    "I understand."


    The girl¡¯s scent was sweet, and as she moved around, the gentle fragrances of shampoo and perfume tantalized Fu Sichen¡¯s senses, very pleasant.


    After leading Fu Sichen to stand in front of the dining table, Jiang Mian took her hands away. The time was exactly 0:00.


    "Happy Birthday."


    ...


    "Happy Birthday!"


    "Fu Sichen, Happy Birthday!!"


    The man slowly opened his dark eyes, and there was a beautifully decorated cake on the table with the words¡ª


    "Happy Birthday, Mr. Fu"


    The candles on the table were a bit dazzling, Fu Sichen felt an involuntary tug at his heart.


    "Why don¡¯t you make a wish? Blow out the candles after you wish!"


    Afraid that Fu Sichen might not know, Jiang Mian even made a wishing gesture with his hand, "Close your eyes and make a wish."


    The man slightly closed his eyes and after a while, he opened them, his gaze deep and tender.


    Fu Sichen looked at the happy woman in front of him and his lips curved slightly, "Xuanxuan, thank you."


    "Why so touched as if perplexed?"


    Jiang Mian wasn¡¯t sure if it was her illusion, but she felt Fu Sichen¡¯s mood was off.


    It seemed like he was moved, yet something else lingered.


    "Hurry up and blow out the candles, then we can eat the cake."


    Perhaps the room¡¯s heating was high, causing a blush to rise on Jiang Mian¡¯s cheeks, her cheerful and crispughter filling Fu Sichen¡¯s ears.


    He leaned down and gently blew out the candles.


    Jiang Mian pped her hands enthusiastically, "Happy birthday, congrattions, President Fu, on turning 28!"


    "Did you see the brooch? I designed it myself. You can¡¯t disparage it, treat my ¡¯ice blue gemstone¡¯ well."


    Fu Sichen looked at the woman in front of him who had a somewhat proud tone, his lips letting out hints of a smile.


    "Fu Sichen, why do you look so unhappy?"

 Chapter 265: Thank You, I Love You Very Much

    <h4>Chapter 265: Chapter 265: Thank You, I Love You Very Much</h4>


    Fu Sichen rubbed Jiang Mian¡¯s hair strands, "No, let¡¯s have some cake."


    Jiang Mian hummed softly. This man¡¯s words were so perfunctory.


    The atmosphere in the room was a bit strange, and Jiang Mian pursed her red lips without saying a word.


    Fu Sichen stood up, took off his tie, and went straight to the bathroom, "I¡¯m going to take a shower."


    ???


    Damn!!


    So angry.


    She spent so much time preparing a surprise for that jerk, and this was the response she got.


    A thought suddenly shed through Jiang Mian¡¯s mind.


    Fu Sichen had said he didn¡¯t celebrate his birthday.


    She thought it was because no one had celebrated it for him, and he didn¡¯t like birthdays.


    But today¡¯s reaction...


    Jiang Xiaomian: "Fu Sichen doesn¡¯t celebrate his birthday?"


    Su Yuchuan: "Yeah! Wait! You didn¡¯t go celebrate Old Fu¡¯s birthday, did you?"


    Everyone knew that Fu Sichen had been looking for news of Jiang Mian.


    Now that he thought about it, it was possible she had secretly prepared some birthday surprise for him.


    Su Yuchuan: "He never celebrates his birthday because his birthday is the day his mother passed away."


    Jiang Mian stared at thest two words for a long time. They were particrly ring.


    Her fingertips trembled on the keyboard.


    So that exined everything.


    He didn¡¯t celebrate his birthday, but he came across his own birthday surprise unexpectedly.


    Fu Sichen forced a smile, but couldn¡¯t resist the emotions deep inside him.


    He didn¡¯t celebrate his birthday or like his birthday, because this day would constantly remind him it was another year since his mother¡¯s death.


    Su Yuchuan: "What¡¯s the situation with you guys now?"


    Su Yuchuan could probably guess that Jiang Mian had already celebrated Fu Sichen¡¯s birthday.


    Just that the result...


    Jiang Xiaomian: "It¡¯s okay, I understand now."


    "Whoosh¡ª"


    The bathroom door opened, and Fu Sichen¡¯s wet hair was still dripping water, tracing down his neck to his well-defined abs.


    Their eyes met, and Jiang Mian¡¯s beautiful, limpid eyes lingered on him for a long time.


    Fu Sichen, with a smile, wiped his hair, "Mrs. Fu, staring at me like that, I¡¯ll get shy."


    "Fu Sichen, are you stupid!"


    The man paused, his deep ck eyes locked onto Jiang Mian¡¯s gaze, his voice low and tinged with a bitter smile, "You know now."


    "Why didn¡¯t you tell me? At the very least, we are..."


    Jiang Mian was about to blurt out "husband and wife," but the words felt awkward on her lips.


    Fu Sichen casually tossed the towel aside and walked straight toward Jiang Mian. With a long arm, he pulled her tightly into his embrace, "I¡¯m sorry... let me hold you for a while."


    "On my seventh birthday, the anticipation turned into the news of my mother¡¯s departure, followed by the rumors about my father¡¯s affair..."


    "That¡¯s why I don¡¯t like my birthday. It seems like the day I have no family."


    Fu Sichen buried his head in Jiang Mian¡¯s shoulder, his voice very slow and soft, "I haven¡¯t celebrated my birthday since. I did like today¡¯s birthday, just the surprise and all sorts of emotions mixed up, making you unhappy."


    "Xuanxuan, thank you, I love you very much."


    Jiang Mian¡¯s body stiffened, listening to the man¡¯s intermittent words and the final confession.


    Oh my!


    What a bewitching man.


    In the spacious presidential suite, the heartbeats of two people gradually synchronized, silently elerating...


    ¡ª


    The next morning.


    Jiang Mian woke up feeling warm. Her slightly curledshes trembled, the corners of her eyes tinted with pink.


    She caught a glimpse from the corner of her eye of the neatly ced floral sundress on the nightstand, along with a small card. Her slightly upturned red lips quickly ttened.


    She wouldn¡¯t be moved by this small act of kindness.


    She reached for the phone by the bed¡ª


    99+ messages.


    Whoa, everyone¡¯s gone crazy!!

 Chapter 266: Wife-Watching Maniac

    <h4>Chapter 266: Chapter 266: Wife-Watching Maniac</h4>


    Su Yuchuan: "Wow wow wow, truly Jiang Xiaomian!"


    Susu Big Baby: "OMG, sis! You¡¯re still the one with the blissful sex life."


    Grandpa Fu: "Miss Lin! Xiao Fu is actually willing to celebrate his birthday!"


    Luo Ting: "Tsk tsk tsk, so sweet I could die, it¡¯s totally mushy."


    ...


    A stream of greetings followed one after another.


    She had made such a movest night and now so many people knew about it.


    Jiang Mian suddenly thought of something and logged onto Weibo¡ª


    #FuSichenBirthday#


    Fu Sichen v: "Mrs. Fu is steadfast till death, I only love you {Photo}{Photo}"


    One of the photos was the one Jiang Mian had ordered yesterday; the other was of the two¡¯s hands, fingers intertwined.


    The matching rings on their ring fingers glinted in the dim light.


    They were all on top of a white nket as the main background.


    "Happy Birthday!! My husband!!"


    "Hahaha, be careful upstairs, sis, ¡¯husband¡¯ might be a sensitive word."


    "They did it, they did it!!!"


    "Isn¡¯t this normal though!! I¡¯m totally shipping them, who gets it!!"


    "Who exactly is Mrs. Fu, I¡¯m so envious I could die."


    "That diamond ring, my eyes are blinded..."


    ...


    Jiang Mian caressed the matching ring on her ring finger; it was the most ostentatious one she shared with Fu Sichen, a unique global custom piece, with each diamond individually cut, exquisite and luxurious.


    Her lips slightly upturned, a pink blush arising on her fair cheeks.


    After the birthday, Fu Sichen and Jiang Mian were each busy with their things, no different from usual.


    But some feelings seemed to be sprouting quietly on their own.


    Luo Ting organized Jiang Mian¡¯s schedule, arranging for her to make a cameo in an indie film for half a month.


    "That Summer"


    Jiang Mian yed the role of the fourth female lead¡ªit wasn¡¯t a big role, the famously gorgeous school belle, who tragicallymits suicide by overdosing on sleeping pills.


    Onlyter did people understand the stress and burden behind her morous appearance.


    The role required a powerful emotional output, a real test of acting.


    Jiang Miany in the RV resting, the dark circles under her eyes hard to conceal.


    "Why does it feel more sinful the more I act."


    Everyone else is supposed to be a vibrant high school student, but she felt increasingly like a seductive little demon.


    Luo Ting handed Jiang Mian a ss of water: "You¡¯re telling the truth, you definitely pass as the school belle; not to mention, even I, a woman, am charmed."


    Jiang Mian checked the calendar on her phone: "My part is almost wrapped up, right?"


    "Yep, almost there, then it¡¯s preparing for New Year¡¯s and such, there¡¯s a red carpet event to attend."


    Susu Big Baby: "Don¡¯t forget!! The fashion show!!!"


    Jiang Xiaomian: "Couldn¡¯t forget even if I tried."


    After Jiang Mian officially wrapped up, Luo Ting had her post the wrap-up photo on Weibo, as she hadn¡¯t updated for a while, and the fans below were eagerly awaiting.


    Jiang Mian v: "Wrapped up {Photo}"


    The girl in the photo, with a high ponytail revealing a pretty and fair face, a simple white shirt with a bowtie, a pleated skirt, and her slender, straight legs underneath, holding a bouquet, radiated innocence.


    Jiang Mian smiled happily, the spitting image of a high school girl.


    "Ahhh my wife you¡¯re so beautiful!!"


    "Jiang Mian is really etched onto my heart!!"


    "How can someone be so passionately beautiful and yet so innocent?"


    "Any director got a script for me!! She¡¯s no different from 18."


    ...


    "President Fu, the wife and Miss Su have gone to North Country."


    Fu Sichen stared at the photo of the girl, his lips curving into a faint, barely noticeable smile: "Hmm."


    Xu Lai caught a glimpse of President Fu¡¯s gaze out of the corner of his eye.


    Tsk tsk tsk.


    The obsessed wife-watcher.

 Chapter 267: Woman, You’ve Completely Fallen

    <h4>Chapter 267: Chapter 267: Woman, You¡¯ve Completely Fallen</h4>


    "Madam, if the additional card¡¯s bnce limit is reached, you can directly attach it to my ount for reimbursement," said Xu Lai decisively, affirming that this was the madam.


    She could indeed do it.


    "Alright, President Fu."


    After Xu Lai left the office, Fu Sichen pressed and held on his phone¡¯s screen to save a photo, setting it as his wallpaper.


    He looked at the white folder, and the silhouette of that young girl unexpectedly appeared in his mind.


    Fu Sichen smiled slightly and then started to look through the contents of the documents.


    *


    North Country Fashion Show


    "Some of the new releases are really distinctive," Jiang Mian remarked as she sat beside Su Lixing, carefully assessing each dress that passed by.


    She didn¡¯t delve deeply into fashion, but having spent enough time with Su Lixing, she had picked up the basics.


    As the music progressed, a model appeared in a strapless long dress.


    The edge of the strapless top featured vintage embroidery with a strong three-dimensional feel, and the irregr fringed hem of the dress fluttered elegantly with each step, revealing the model¡¯s pale, long legs intermittently, creating a stunning visual.


    Jiang Mian and Su Lixing looked up and were instantly captivated.


    "Mianmian, this dress would suit you perfectly."


    After seeing so many pieces with little interest, Jiang Mian, who rarely liked something, smiled with a slight curve of her red lips, and smiled as she said, "Yes, I really like it."


    Su Lixing was momentarily dazzled; he felt as if he had just glimpsed Fu Sichen.


    Indeed, couples tend to grow simr over time.


    That tone was just too simr.


    The pieces that followed were not as impressive as that one.


    Except for one champagne-colored dress shimmering with light, devoid of excessive adornments, the silk satin flowed effortlessly, dazzling under the lights, and the model¡¯s fair skin made the dress particrly radiant.


    "Hey, Mianmian, this dress seems tailor-made for you," Su Lixing imagined Jiang Mian wearing the dress.


    Her delicate profile and her beautiful eyes shined with a fragmented glow.


    Without saying, Su Lixing knew; the youngdy also fancied this piece.


    The auction took ce after the fashion show, and the two women got their catalogues, with Jiang Mian flipping directly to the pages featuring those two dresses.


    "Not hesitating at all, when did you be so decisive?"


    Jiang Mian ced the booklet on a side table, her gaze tinged with a hint of blushing as she scanned the crowd gradually entering below: "I learned it from my husband."


    Oh~


    Su Lixing couldn¡¯t help but shudder, feeling a chill.


    She teased, "Jiang Xiaomian, you keep mentioning your husband, woman, you¡¯repletely smitten."


    What arranged marriage.


    Pah.


    Hard-mouthed as ever, but those eyes couldn¡¯t deceive anyone.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s lips pursed slightly, her dark and glossy eyes misted with a touch of white, she halted the instinctive denial she was about to say.


    "Tsks, let me analyze for you; starting from when you publicly called President Fu ¡¯husband¡¯ online, your jealousy was unbearable. You secretly prepared for Fu¡¯s birthday. You have never been this diligent even for my birthday, and also..."


    "The auction has started."


    Jiang Mian interrupted Su Lixing, the smile at the corner of her mouth slightly subdued but not entirely smoothed out.


    The two women separately struck, securing most of the dresses at the auction.


    In the following days, Su Lixing apanied Jiang Mian to attend thest, rather grand auction of the year¡ª


    "Conquering all sides,"


    Even the news reached back home.


    [Two Hua Country women recently made a remarkable achievement at a North Country auction, ording to informed sources, from fashion show dresses to auction items, they left no stone unturned]


    Photos of various auctioned items and dresses even circted online.


    Someone had also captured these two Hua Country women.


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 Chapter 268: Fan Benefits

    <h4>Chapter 268: Chapter 268: Fan Benefits</h4>


    Netizens feasted on the photos and pushed this matter to the trending searches¡ª


    "Holy shit, it¡¯s Jiang Mian! Does a female celebrity really rake in 208k a day?!!"


    "Fun fact, even earning 208k a day it would take years to buy all these."


    "How much did Jiang Mian buy??!"


    "It¡¯s not necessarily Jiang Mian, though. She just got famous; where would she get that much money?"


    "It must be Miss Su, Jiang Mian is just carrying the bags, kowtowing to the powerful and stomping on the weak. Since when did these two get so chummy?"


    ...


    Upon seeing various messyments, Su Lixing couldn¡¯t stand it anymore and directly shot back in anger.


    Su Lixing v: "Spread rumors again and beware of awyer¡¯s letter, our Jiang Xiaomian is actually a hidden wealthy girl."


    Fu Group


    Xu Lai was looking at the bills sent back, his heart ached unimaginably.


    A gut-wrenching pain.


    When would such opulence evere my way?


    The wife sure knows how to splurge.


    "President Fu, this is the wife¡¯s expenditure in North Country."


    Fu Sichen looked at the bill handed over by Xu Lai, his voice gentle and clear, an indulgent chuckle escaping his throat, "She has been quite low-key this time around."


    Low-key my foot.


    These figures are still frightening.


    And it even hit the hot search.


    "President Fu, the wife made it to the trending searches."


    Fu Sichen reached out for the tablet from Xu Lai and swiped up and down, "No worries, take care of any negativements online."


    Our president really dotes on his wife.


    Death by cuteness!!


    Jiang Mian v: "Not earning 208k a day, but indeed I have some money."


    "Sister! Is that a bit?!!"


    "Is the main character behind me a wealthy beauty??"


    "Jiang Xiaomian never fails to shock with her words."


    "First time seeing someone so Versailles sob sob sob..."


    "Ancestor, why are you posting on Weibo AGAIN!!"


    Three minutester, Jiang Mian received an international call from Luo Ting.


    Jiang Mian, looking at a car full of spoils, couldn¡¯t feel happier: "rifying rumors."


    "..."


    Need to confiscate her Weibo for a while when the ancestor goes abroad next time.


    Unsafe, unsafe.


    *


    After Jiang Mian returned to North City, the weather grew even colder, with a big snow making roads slippery and the air filled with bitterly cold mist.


    "Linghua" was scheduled for Christmas Day,unched on a popr satellite tform with the first 8 episodes, immediately soaring to the top in poprity.


    Jiang Mian, as the leadingdy, had her Cheongsam look going viral at the same time.


    Two dayster, "Floating Life" was scheduled for New Year¡¯s Day.


    The first day Box office hits all-time high.


    "I need to apologize¡ªI went to cleanse my eyes with Jiang Mian¡¯s good looks on New Year¡¯s Day, only to be blown away by the acting and plot!!!"


    "Really amazing!!! Especially the end, my tears were worthless."


    "Ladies, rush, I¡¯m even taking my family for a second watch."


    "She¡¯s so stunningly beautiful."


    ...


    Meanwhile, Jiang Mian¡¯s follower count quietly shot up to 60 million.


    "Sister Mianmian, you can organize some fan benefits now; your follower count is increasing too fast."


    Jiang Mian scrolled through her phone, then had the housekeeper go to the cloakroom to take pictures of some new season bags and perfumes.


    She then edited a post on Weibo.


    Three secondster.


    "Damn!! Sister Mianmian!!! I¡¯m crying!!!"


    Yangyang scrolled through thetest special attention¡ª


    Jiang Mian v: "Gingers, look here~ all these benefits for you, click the link below for a draw {Photo}{Photo}"


    Jiang Mian directly uploaded several pictures, all featuring luxury new season bags and perfumes.


    "My God, sob sob sob!!! I am a Ginger!!!"


    "Sob sob I¡¯m not yet a hardcore fan."


    "I¡¯m crying to death, Jiang Xiaomian I really love you!!!"


    "Which female star gives out benefits starting with five figures?!!"


    ...

 Chapter 269: Award Ceremony

    <h4>Chapter 269: Chapter 269: Award Ceremony</h4>


    Because of the blockbuster sess of the movie and its continued rise in poprity, "Floating Life" was nominated mid-January for a series of awards including Best Picture, Best Director, and Best Actress.


    Jiang Mian was nominated for Best Actress, and the calls for her winning were incredibly loud and fervent.


    She was in the hottest dramas and movies at the moment, all receiving high praise.


    The gown she wore on the red carpet was the strapless, fringed long dress that Jiang Mian had brought back from North Countryst time.


    Everyone knew that Jiang Mian¡¯s red carpet look was anything but understated this time.


    Even the ne on her neck, the earrings on her ears, and the rings on her hands were all extraordinary.


    "Jiang Xiaomian!!!"


    "Girl, you¡¯re going to kill me with your beauty."


    "It¡¯s absolutely stunning, my God!!"


    Outside the red carpet, Jiang Mian¡¯s fans were there; she lifted her skirt slightly, her red lips curved in a greeting to them.


    Under the shing lights, the woman, with eyes shimmering and demeanor graceful, was simply breathtaking.


    At the same time, the livestream¡¯s bulletments on Weibo were rolling in real-time.


    [Jiang Mian!! Best Actress!!]


    [She¡¯s really so beautiful]


    [I¡¯m tired of saying this, the only one who can beat Jiang Mian is Jiang Mian herself]


    ...


    After entering, Jiang Mian was seated next to Bai Yu, since they were the lead actors of "Floating Life" and currently a popr couple.


    One, a hot new Movie Emperor, the other, a trending actress; they were the "Bai Mian" couple that even passersby would mention.


    "Teacher Jiang, you look beautiful today."


    Jiang Mian curved her lips in a smile, politely responding, "Thank you, Teacher Bai, so do you."


    The camera suddenly focused on them, capturing both with smiling lips as they exchanged words.


    [My Bai Mian!! I¡¯m totally shipping them]


    [Not gonna lie, they¡¯re really cute together!!!]


    [Look at their lip-reading; they¡¯re calling each other teacher ¡ª it¡¯s so flirty]


    Yangyang was backstage looking at her phone, somewhat annoyed, "Sister Ting, how can they even start shipping them when they¡¯re both just respectfully calling each other teacher?"


    She muttered softly, "Chen Mian is obviously a better ship."


    Yangyang clicked into the Chen Mian couple¡¯s super topic.


    What the heck??


    She had been busy recently and hadn¡¯t followed the super-topic, and now the number of people had dropped.


    [Sorry, but President Fu and his wife are too good not to ship, I have to leave them]


    [Yes, yes, I know it¡¯s supposed to end badly, but seeing how President Fu looks at his wife, I really can¡¯t help but ship them]


    [I know it¡¯s supposed to end badly, I¡¯ve really given up, President Fu¡¯s married, can only wish them to be lovers in another life]


    Wasn¡¯t it quietly spected that Sister Mianmian might be Mrs. Fu?


    Can¡¯t hold on, can¡¯t hold on.


    Yangyang looked at the super topic, now only at 2101 members, and shook her head.


    No, she had to be the ultimate, strongest shipper; once President Fu and Sister Mianmian make it official, she would be a founding-level shipper.


    Luo Ting clutched her phone, her palm sweating nervously, "Are you still in the mood to look at this? The awards are starting soon."


    "Don¡¯t worry, Sister Ting, Sister Mianmian is definitely winning Best Actress."


    Before the results were out, Luo Ting always had an indescribable feeling.


    This year thepetition was fierce, and she worried that Jiang Mian, relying on just two works to break out, might have a tough time securing Best Actress.


    Especially since herpetitors had been in the industry for four to five years, working nonstop all year round.


    The award ceremony officially began.


    Best Director Award ¡ª He Lei


    Best Costume, Makeup, and Production Design ¡ª "Floating Life"


    Best Picture Award ¡ª "Floating Life"


    ...


    Up until Best Actor, which unsurprisingly went to Bai Yu, the apuse below was thunderous.

 Chapter 270: You Can’t Oh~

    <h4>Chapter 270: Chapter 270: You Can¡¯t Oh~</h4>


    Jiang Mian, as the leadingdy, naturally got up to congratte Bai Yu.


    Bai Yu smiled, his voice light, "I look forward to being on stage with Teacher Jiangter."


    Jiang Mian smiled politely, "I hope to be as fortunate as Teacher Bai."


    It wasn¡¯t true that she wasn¡¯t nervous. When Bai Yu was up there giving his eptance speech, Jiang Mian sped her hands together, suppressing the anxiety within.


    Luo Ting stood backstage, watching the fleeting shots on the director¡¯s screen, and felt a bit nervous too. "Jiang Xiaomian is nervous too."


    The screen on stage switched, introducing each nominee for Best Actress one by one.


    The presenter, a seasoned veteran actress, opened the envelope, her smile amiable as she nced around at the audience.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s hands involuntarily tightened.


    "The Best Actress award goes to¡ª"


    "Let us congratte Guan Xinyu."


    The audience erupted into enthusiastic apuse.


    Jiang Mian let out a small sigh of relief, a fleeting look of regret vanishing from her beautiful eyes as she quickly regained herposure.


    She chuckled softly, looking down.


    It was indeed a bit far-fetched to think she could win the award.


    At the very least, the actress standing on stage was outstanding, having starred in no less than ten ys, definitely a top-tier leading actress in the entertainment circle.


    It made sense that Jiang Mian didn¡¯t win.


    After the award ceremony, since the "Floating Life" crew had swept the awards, He Lei suggested they have dinner together to celebrate.


    Everyone agreed.


    He Lei walked over to Jiang Mian and whispered, "It¡¯s okay. With only two IP dramas under your belt and such good results, give it time. You¡¯ll stand in a higher ce, not just limited to Best Actress."


    Jiang Mian nodded lightly, her dark, lustrous eyes sparkling beautifully, "Yes, thank you Director He."


    They were all words offort, and Jiang Mian took them to heart.


    At the celebration dinner, Jiang Mian drank quite a bit and stood up alone to get some fresh air on the balcony.


    "Sister Mianmian, Sister Mianmian, it¡¯s cold outside, let¡¯s go inside."


    Yangyang, seeing Jiang Mian staggering a bit, quickly came up to support her.


    When the news broke, Luo Ting immediately took Jiang Mian¡¯s phone away, fearing that the youngdy might not think straight and look up all sorts of messyments online.


    Stepping on someone to elevate oneself is quitemon in the entertainment circle.


    Especially given Jiang Mian¡¯s current poprity, those against her would not miss a chance to trample on her as they passed.


    "I¡¯m not drunk at all! It¡¯s too hot, I don¡¯t want to wear it!"


    Jiang Mian spoke as she removed the cloak Yangyang had brought for her.


    "Teacher Jiang, you¡¯re drunk."


    A warm voice came from behind, possibly more maic due to a bit of alcohol.


    He took off his suit and was about to drape it over Jiang Mian when the woman agilely dodged andughed with a sly and innocent sparkle in her eyes, "Nope~"


    "My husband..."


    "Hey!"


    Yangyang instinctively stepped forward and covered Jiang Mian¡¯s mouth, "Sister Mianmian, you¡¯re drunk."


    She could cause so much trouble.


    If she spoke any more, the secret of her secret marriage might not stay secret.


    Bai Yu, watching the odd interaction between Jiang Mian and her assistant, was somewhat puzzled, "Teacher Jiang, what you just said..."


    "It¡¯s nothing. Sister Mianmian talks nonsense when she¡¯s drunk."


    Yangyang, making sure Jiang Mian had calmed down, cautiously let go of her.


    Really afraid that this youngdy would blurt out too much and give away her secrets.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s clear eyes sparkled faintly, her voice unconsciously softer, "I¡¯m not talking nonsense. It¡¯s all true! I really am¡ª"


    Yangyang knew how Jiang Mian acted when drunk¡ªwithout someone to hold her back, she definitely would have caused a scene.


    Seeing this, Bai Yu stepped forward to help, but a low voice came from behind, "Jiang Mian."

 Chapter 271: You Are My Light, Forever and Always

    <h4>Chapter 271: Chapter 271: You Are My Light, Forever and Always</h4>


    Three pairs of eyes turned in unison.


    Yangyang: "Wuwu, my savior has arrived!!!"


    Bai Yu: "What¡¯s happening? Why is President Fu here??"


    Jiang Mian lifted her gaze and plunged directly into the man¡¯s arms, rubbing her head against Fu Sichen¡¯s chest, saying innocently, "Husband, why have you only just arrived? I want to go home."


    Bai Yu watched Jiang Mian; even his usually calm face seemed a bit unsettled.


    Fu Sichen picked up Jiang Mian with one arm, curling his lips into a slight smile, "Yeah, let¡¯s go home."


    Yangyang stopped Bai Yu: "I¡¯m sorry, Teacher Bai, please pretend like what you just saw didn¡¯t happen."


    Bai Yu looked somewhat dazed, still shocked by the recent events.


    He hemmed and hawed, his throat felt dry: "So, she¡¯s Mrs. Fu."


    Yangyang nodded: "Yeah."


    She quickly followed them out.


    Bai Yu looked out into the deep night, his smile filled with helpless frustration.


    It seems it was all his own misunderstanding.


    When Fu Sichen brought Jiang Mian home, she had sobered up quite a bit.


    She pushed open the door; the living room was as bright as daylight, surrounded by a sun-like warmmp hanging high, its rays hitting the velvet carpet.


    There were even Jiang Mian¡¯s support sticks and fan banners in her fan colors.


    Magazines from over the years, and movie posters from her film "Floating Life."


    Jiang Mian rubbed her eyes, wondering if she was hallucinating from the alcohol.


    "Fu Sichen."


    She had just turned around when the man behind her had already taken her hand and walked her to the center of the living room.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s eyes widened, her heart racing.


    This was not a hallucination.


    "What is all this..."


    Everything from her debut until now...


    Where did he get all these?


    Fu Sichen¡¯s deep ck eyes shed a faint smile, dragging out his words: "Do you like it?"


    Jiang Mian¡¯s lips uncontrobly curled into a smile, responding honestly: "I like it."


    The man smiled indulgently, stepping forward to caress Jiang Mian¡¯s hair, his tone turning much more serious: "With me, you are always my leadingdy."


    At these words, Jiang Mian¡¯s smile stiffened slightly.


    Her heart uncontrobly began to race.


    She lifted her eyes to the man in front of her, unable to resist moving closer.


    In the moment Jiang Mian was still in a daze, the man had already stepped forward and pulled her into his embrace, his chin resting against her hair: "Why are you spacing out?"


    The teasing voice in her ear deepened: "Going to cry again? Hmm?"


    Crying what tears.


    Jiang Mian blinked lightly, looking up at the man before her, and emphasized: "Not at all! I¡¯m very strong!"


    Fu Sichenzily smiled, leaned down, and kissed her, his voice muffled and brief: "I know."


    "Xuanxuan, I love you."


    "With me, you are the exception, and my only one..."


    Snow fluttered through the air, settling in front of the French windows, covering the dead trees in the yard withyers of white blossoms.


    The temperature inside the house rose constantly, the air filled with an ambiguous scent, decadently enticing...


    ¡ª


    The next day


    The snow had stopped, sunlight reflecting beautifully off the thinyer of snow through the gaps in the curtains onto the centralrge bed.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s eyshes quivered, the ring sunlight forcing her to open her eyes.


    The bedsheet next to her still held some warmth.


    Her phone had been with Sister Ting all night; she hadn¡¯t had the chance to check it. Lying down, Jiang Mian browsed through her phone.


    #PresidentFuLateNightDerationToWife#


    What was this trending topic?


    Jiang Mian clicked in, it was a post made by Fu Sichen five hours earlier, just after their moment had ended.


    Fu Sichen V: [Mrs. Fu, you are my light, and you always will be {picture}]

 Chapter 272: Expressing Love Under the Splendid Fireworks

    <h4>Chapter 272: Chapter 272: Expressing Love Under the Splendid Fireworks</h4>


    The photo showed the silhouette of a girl, about ten years old, her long hair flowing as she ran forward, her skirt lifted. The light that shone on her was dazzling.


    Jiang Mian recognized the girl¡ªit was herself.


    She just didn¡¯t expect that Fu Sichen would have it.


    Thement section had gonepletely mad¡ª


    [So they are childhood sweethearts, innocent young friends?!!!]


    [Damn! Forget arranged marriages, the more they reveal the sweeter it gets]


    [Does anyone understand that President Fu is like a peacock showing off his feathers, continuously confessing to his wife]


    [His Weibo posts are all about his wife]


    [Wuwuwu, which direction do I knock to get a man like this?]


    ...


    Jiang Mian stared at the words Fu Sichen had posted on Weibo for a long time, her red lips curling slightly, barely hiding her smile.


    Just then, Luo Ting called.


    "From the sound of you, yesterday¡¯s event didn¡¯t affect you at all."


    Jiang Mian slowly sat up, her gaze falling on the evening gown hanging beside the bed, and her lips curled into a smile, "I indeed don¡¯t have many works, winning an award would be strange."


    To say she wasn¡¯t disappointed would be a lie, but she knew she needed the polish of certain scripts to elevate her stature.


    The words of Fu Sichen were involuntarily echoing in Jiang Mian¡¯s mind.


    Each word was like a whisper in her ears, lingering and intimate.


    Her fair cheeks involuntarily flushed with a rosy tint.


    "I should discuss the schedule after the New Year with you. The talent show might start in a couple of days, and they are directly spending the New Year at the training base. You will also need to go and record a few episodes, including for the rankings announcement."


    "It mightst intermittently until April, but in the meantime, you can join a film crew, as there¡¯s nopulsory requirement to stay at the base."


    Jiang Mian felt somewhat regretful.


    Why did she impulsively agree to this reality show? Now if Fu Sichen were to find out...


    She shook her head, not daring to think further.


    Luo Ting had also been selecting scripts for Jiang Mian recently: "Consider an ancient costume IP, but it¡¯s really hard to schedule. The inte really hopes you¡¯ll take on a youth campus drama."


    Jiang Mian¡¯s red lips pursed, and after a two-second pause, she said, "Sister Ting, I still want to do movies."


    She really enjoyed filming "Floating Life."


    This time, she wanted to try different genres as well.


    As for ancient costume dramas, they generally had more episodes, requiring longer filming time, which would affect both her performance and the shooting schedule if she had to shuttle between the film set and the base.


    "Let¡¯s talk about the ancient costume drama after the boy group part ends."


    "Mm, I¡¯ll keep that in mind. If you¡¯re talking about movies, you remember Director Ming, right? He¡¯s been preparing for a movie recently, filming in Ping City. The environment might not be that great, but it¡¯s a top-level production team and also aims for nominations. I¡¯ll contact him for you."


    Jiang Mian gave a quick affirmative without much thought: "Mm."


    *


    In a rest room in North City.


    "Bro, I¡¯ve seen you staring at President Fu¡¯s Weibo for quite a while. Don¡¯t tell me you¡¯re thinking about dating as well, envious of their love."


    Bai Yu smiled bitterly and turned off his phone screen.


    "So they¡¯ve been childhood sweethearts..."


    Huh?


    The assistant was somewhat confused, not quite understanding.


    Bai Yu quickly regained hisposure, and with a light smile, said, "It¡¯s nothing, I wish her happiness."


    Fu Sichen loves her very much.


    He even offers her things that Bai Yu couldn¡¯t give.


    This year, the New Year was spent by Fu Sichen and Jiang Mian together.


    They took vacation trips, in addition to running back and forth between Fu Mansion in North City and Jiang Mansion in Su City.


    The New Year¡¯s bell rang out at midnight.


    Fu Sichen nted a gentle, deep kiss on Jiang Mian¡¯s red lips, "Mrs. Fu, Happy New Year."


    As the man¡¯s kiss grew deeper, Jiang Mian tipped her toes up, her red lips slightly upturned, her voice carrying augh, musical and pleasing to the ears, "Happy New Year!"


    It wasn¡¯t their first kiss.


    But it was their first under the splendid fireworks, endlessly expressing their love for each other.

 Chapter 273: Wanting Them to Call Me Sister

    <h4>Chapter 273: Chapter 273: Wanting Them to Call Me Sister</h4>


    ¡ª


    After the New Year, the idol group talent show that the whole inte had been paying close attention to officially started recording.


    However, the initiator that everyone was interested in had yet to make an appearance.


    Jiang Mian sat in the dressing room, getting her makeup done.


    "Teacher Jiang, your skin is getting better and better, like it could break with a blow," said the makeup artist who had been following Jiang Mian all this time without a change. They shared a good rapport, "It seems like you had a nice rest over the New Year."


    Standing beside her and scrolling through her phone, Luo Ting almostughed out loud.


    Thisdy wasn¡¯t just well-rested.


    She was pampered to perfection.


    To put it in a nutshell, her husband was rather impressive.


    Luo Ting browsed her phone and suddenly froze, sending a few voice messages to the public rtions team of the studio.


    "Keep an eye on the direction of the online discourse, there¡¯s no major impact at the moment."


    "Send out those that we¡¯ve prepared before."


    "And if there¡¯s anything else, remember to call me in advance."


    Jiang Mian nced up at Luo Ting, who had entered work mode, her tone somewhat indifferent, "So I¡¯ve been spotted here?"


    "Yep, but it¡¯s no big deal, someone will release footage from today¡¯s recording anyway."


    Since the announcement of the show, the coaches for the contestants were revealed one by one, but the only mysterious figure was that of the witness. The whole inte was specting, and some even started polls guessing who it might be.


    Jiang Mian looked down and browsed through the messages on Weibo¡ª


    [Scoop! Scoop! It¡¯s Jiang Mian!! Someone has already captured Jiang Mian going there {photo}]


    [Watching handsome guys and beautiful girls, my eyes are blessed]


    [Jiang Xiaomian, you wouldn¡¯t be scouting for men, right?!]


    [Nonsense, this woman is all about her career]


    [Sisters, don¡¯t let money blind you]


    ...


    Jiang Mian¡¯s previous extravagant giveaway had elevated her image even further among her fans; her detractors were the first to cause a stir.


    But for the team fighting back against the csh, their efficiency and speed went through the roof after this stimtion.


    Luo Ting even joked that with these benefits, Jiang Mian had built herself an indestructible body¡ªshe was impervious to all nder.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s slender fingers caressed the edge of her phone, actually hoping that Fu Sichen would be busier so he wouldn¡¯t see this.


    Susu Big Baby: [Wow wow wow! When can you take me with you]


    Susu Big Baby: [{photo}{photo}{photo} So handsome sob sob]


    Su Lixing directly sent several photos to Jiang Mian, and she opened them to have a look.


    Jiang Xiaomian: [You¡¯re pretty fast]


    She hadn¡¯t seen a single one herself, yet Su Lixing already had photos of them.


    Susu Big Baby: [I want to hear them call me ¡¯sister¡¯]


    Jiang Mian¡¯s red lips curled, murmuring a silent prayer for her brother for three seconds.


    Jiang Xiaomian: [Woman, you¡¯re ying with fire]


    Susu Big Baby: [Your brother, the strong silent type, can only plead with me]


    Jiang Xiaomian: [I suggest bringing some props on this side, a beating will do]


    Lixing: ???


    I¡¯m not clean anymore!!


    Susu Big Baby: [Jiang Xiaomian!! If you and President Fu are having fun, don¡¯t include me]


    Jiang Xiaomian: [Innocent/jpg./]


    At this time, at the Fu Group.


    Xu Lai was taking his lunch break and casually browsing Weibo, checking the trending topics.


    Unexpectedly, he saw hisdy¡¯s name up high again.


    Huh??? What¡¯s this about?!


    #JiangMianInitiator#


    #JiangMianMaleGroupTalentShow#


    Xu Lai clicked in to take a closer look.


    He barely managed to stop himself from eximing "Damn."


    men, all of them like little brothers!


    President Fu was about to take on 1v100...


    Xu Lai nced at the firmly shut door of the office. His boss was still oblivious, like the calm before the storm.

 Chapter 274: Taste If It’s Sour

    <h4>Chapter 274: Chapter 274: Taste If It¡¯s Sour</h4>


    *


    The first episode¡¯s initial evaluation was recorded quitete, so by the time it was finished, it was nearing midnight.


    She felt drowsy, her whole person a bit muddled.


    Luo Ting leaned over and whispered in Jiang Mian¡¯s ear, "President Fu is at the entrance."


    Her sleepiness vanished on the spot, and she became much more alert, "What... what expression is he wearing?"


    Caught red-handed, right at the door.


    Jiang Mian inexplicably felt guilty.


    Rarely seeing this ancestor so scared, Luo Ting couldn¡¯t help butugh, "I remember when someone decided to join this variety show, they were so resolute, not allowing any objections."


    That was just to piss off Fu Sichen.


    Now that the two of them had made up,ing over here¡ª


    To tantly chase after the young and fresh meat.


    The old cured meat back at home would definitely be stewing in jealousy again.


    After dilly-dallying for half an hour, Jiang Mian finally reached the safety exit. Under the curtain of night, which seemed like it would swallow someone whole in the next second, the cold wind whistled, and the ck car parked by the road was low-key yet solemn.


    Her feet seemed unwilling to move, fixated on the car as her steps faltered.


    The next second.


    The rear window rolled down, and the man¡¯s handsome, icy features gazed over, "Aren¡¯t you getting in?"


    Oh no.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s heart skipped a beat.


    His tone carried no warmth, no inflection; even his face seemed as impassive as if it were AI-generated.


    Luo Ting had no interest in participating in the "sweet bickering" of this little married couple and pulled Jiang Mian into the back seat.


    If they dawdled any longer, the paparazzi could snap up an entire melodramatic scene.


    Luo Ting took the passenger seat.


    Xu Lai, sitting beside her, naturally pulled up the partition in the middle, not wanting it to affect his driving.


    A lesson learned from previous experience, he had to be cautious.


    The car¡¯s heater warmed Jiang Mian considerably, and she shed her thick outer coat, taking the initiative to hook Fu Sichen¡¯s hand.


    Hiss¡ª


    So cold.


    "President Fu?"


    The man beside her remained indifferent, his deep ck eyes fixed on the shimmering sequins beneath the woman¡¯s eyes.


    Her high-twin ponytails were adorned with sparkling ribbons, exuding youthful charm.


    "Oh, it¡¯s all your fault."


    Jiang Mian released Fu Sichen¡¯s hand, crossed her arms over her chest, and muttered, "During filming, you don¡¯te to see your wife for several months, then you enjoy your drinks alone. In a fit of anger, I just..."


    Fu Sichen let out a low chuckle, "Mrs. Fu is jealous."


    You¡¯re the one who¡¯s jealous!


    Just as Jiang Mian was about to turn her face away, Fu Sichen reached out and pulled the girl in front of him closer, his defined hand cradling the back of her head, their hair entwining as he leaned down to kiss her.


    !!!


    Jiang Mian¡¯s beautiful eyes widened in shock, "Fu Sichen, what are you doing..."


    Fu Sichen stroked Jiang Mian¡¯s hair, his ck eyes glinting with an indulgent smile, "Just seeing if it¡¯s sour."


    Jiang Mian: "..."


    She shouldn¡¯t have said so much.


    "I¡¯m jealous too."


    ???


    Catching her off guard with such a remark, Jiang Mian looked up into Fu Sichen¡¯s serious, aggrieved expression.


    His eyes didn¡¯t look like that a moment ago??


    He should go be an actor.


    His eyes could perform a multitude of expressions.


    Jiang Mian quickly caught on, her clear and translucent eyes gleaming, the hint of bright color at her eye corners flickering subtly.


    Shezily closed her eyes and drawled, "Oh."


    Then, Jiang Mian¡¯s voice rose carelessly, "You¡¯re my husband. They¡¯re just the young and fresh meat, no big deal."


    To Fu Sichen¡¯s ears, that tranted to¡ª


    Husband is the husband, but that doesn¡¯t prevent me from admiring the young and fresh meat.


    These are two different matters.


    "Then we can also forget about that Ruby."


    Fu Sichen produced a delicate box, seeming as though he wanted to take it back.

 Chapter 275: Of Course, Showing Off Affection

    <h4>Chapter 275: Chapter 275: Of Course, Showing Off Affection</h4>


    Jiang Mian grabbed his hand firmly, her beautiful eyes swirling as she capitted, "I barely interact with them. Wildflowers can¡¯tpare to the scent of those at home. Of course, my husband is the greatest."


    These words flowed from Jiang Mian¡¯s lips without the slightest hint of guilt or hesitation.


    Fu Sichen rxed his grip, and the box naturally fell into Jiang Mian¡¯s hands.


    Upon opening the box, she found a ruby hairpin encircled by a ring of diamonds that made the wless central ruby resemble the sun.


    This...


    "Sapphires and rubies go well together."


    Jiang Mian caressed the polished, refined gemstone, her red lips turning up unconsciously.


    She suppressed the sparks of joy leaping within her heart.


    "Ahem."


    Jiang Mian coughed lightly twice, "Thank you, President Fu, I really love it."


    Fu Sichen watched Jiang Mian¡¯s shifting emotions, a fleeting smile disappearing from his lips, "I like it too, because it¡¯s a perfect match."


    Jiang Mian carried the hairpin cheerfully all the way home.


    Jiang Xiaomian: [Took a shower today, felt so good {photo}]


    Susu Big Baby: [...] "Just say you want to show off your hairpin."


    Upon receiving Jiang Mian¡¯s selfie, Su Lixing saw the lustrous ck hair adorned with an exceptionally eye-catching ruby hairpin.


    Tsk tsk tsk.


    Susu Big Baby: [You¡¯re willing to part with it? That ruby must be starting at eight figures for its smoothness and color alone, using it as a hairpin rather than keeping it in a collection? Only you would carry a vi on your head.]


    Jiang Mian: "..."


    Only Su Lixing could say such a thing.


    Fu Sichen had juste out of the bathroom, drying his dripping hair, a towel loosely wrapped around his waist, with his merman-like body lines clearly defined and visible.


    Jiang Mian swallowed hard, suddenly pausing.


    What was she about to do again...?


    Susu Big Baby: [That must be from President Fu.]


    With such a generous gesture, it could only be her husband.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s conversation with Su Lixing pulled her thoughts back, her eyes curving as she looked towards Fu Sichen, "Where¡¯s your brooch?"


    Fu Sichen fetched it from the jewelry box in the nearby walk-in closet, "Here it is."


    Jiang Mian took it and ced her ruby and sapphire together, snapping photo after photo.


    "Mrs. Fu, this is..."


    "Of course, it¡¯s to show off our love."


    Fu Sichen¡¯s defined brows slightly furrowed, his lips curving into a faint smile.


    Jiang Xiaomian: [Give and take, so gorgeous {photo}]


    The photo showed the red and blueplementing each other¡ªone bright and passionate, the other deep and mysterious¡ªyet somehow they meshed together perfectly.


    It was like the deep sea under the night sky, fearlessly crashing into the brilliant sun.


    Susu Big Baby: [Jiang Xiaomian, oh Jiang Xiaomian, a couple¡¯s set, eh? Over a year of marriage and some people are still as sweet and sticky as newlyweds.]


    It was a bit choking on dog food.


    Su Lixing looked down and sent another message¡ª


    Susu Big Baby: [You¡¯re utterly in love.]


    Jiang Mian gazed at thest three words, her lips slightly pursed, and ced both pieces of jewelry back into the gift box.


    If she was utterly in love, so be it.


    Right now, she was quite happy indeed.


    Late at night


    Yangyang finished his work and feeling a bit bored, logged onto his Weibo to check the long-missed Chen Mian couple fandom.


    Huh??


    "Holy shit?!!"


    Yangyang¡¯s originally sleepy eyes suddenly brightened.


    An hour ago, a neer had appeared out of the blue, posting a drawing.


    A deep blue sea collided with a dazzling sun.


    On the bottom of the image was a sapphire brooch and a ruby hairpin.

 Chapter 276: The Deep Sea Collides with the Sun

    <h4>Chapter 276: Chapter 276: The Deep Sea Collides with the Sun</h4>


    President Fu¡¯s photos from major events these past few days had all featured him wearing this pin.


    Now the entire inte knows that his favorite is this brooch, and some people have evenpared his appearances at events.


    It began right after his birthday, he¡¯s worn it every day.


    Some are specting it was a gift from Mrs. Fu.


    Yangyang suddenly realized she hadn¡¯t gossiped about this topic with Sister Mianmian.


    But this ruby...


    She scrolled through some of the topments¡ª


    [Sister, what do you mean? Hurry up and tell us!!!]


    [President Fu has worn the pin, so does that mean Jiang Mian has the same ruby hair clip??]


    [So if Jiang Mian has it, is that confirmation?!!!]


    [Sister, are you an insider? Tell us quickly!!!]


    Yangyang racked her brain for a while.


    She couldn¡¯t seem to recall Sister Mianmian ever wearing this ruby.


    But¡ª


    It would really match!!!


    Especially the copywriting.


    [Though it was the deep sea under the night sky, it recklessly collided with the dazzling sun]


    Wait a minute!!


    Sister Mianmian¡¯s pet name is Xuanxuan.


    Which means bright and brilliant.


    So, you could say¡ª


    Yangyang¡¯s face broke into an auntie-like grin, and she decisively followed the blogger who posted the picture and left a flurry ofments.


    This is too true!!


    Definitely an insider, turns out others like her are secretly shipping them, sob sob.


    ¡ª


    The next day


    To celebrate the hit series "Linghua" topping the charts and breaking the website¡¯s record for number one poprity,


    Ming Lang directly scheduled a live interview, which was also a way to treat the fans.


    Wen Qianning and Lu Yunzhou became much more low-key after officially announcing their rtionship, and this time, they joined forces on camera quite generously.


    "Sister Mianmian, this is the floral tea Teacher Wen sent you."


    Yangyang held a straw from her milk tea in her mouth while carrying a beautifully packaged bag.


    She ced the bag on the table and suddenly choked.


    "Cough cough cough."


    "I choked on my drink, must be because you look stunning."


    Jiang Mian said this while winking at Yangyang.


    Today¡¯s broadcast was a simple one, but Ming Lang had also instructed to dress a bit more formally since there might be some picture-taking thereafter.


    Jiang Mian wore a low-key yet exquisite satin gown with a shawl draped over it, elegant yet respectful.


    Her lustrous ck curls hung softly, and her eyes seemed like those of azy, noble Persian cat.


    Except for the striking ruby hair clip in her hair.


    Yangyang pointed at the clip on Jiang Mian¡¯s head, her tone swallowing: "Sister, that ruby clip looks quite nice."


    More than nice!!


    Every detail was identical to the hand-drawn illustration from yesterday.


    Absolutely amazing.


    Jiang Mian touched her hair clip and her red lips curved slightly, her mood was quite good.


    But seeing how Yangyang was acting made her suspicious: "If it looks good, it looks good, what¡¯s with your sillyughter?"


    "It¡¯s nothing, it¡¯s nothing."


    Yangyang waved her hand and was about to say something when Luo Ting entered: "It¡¯s almost time, get ready for the live show."


    Jiang Mian stood up to leave, when suddenly Yangyang pulled her aside: "Sister Mianmian, wait a second."


    Hm??


    What¡¯s up??


    This morning¡¯s muttering.


    "The hair clip on your head isn¡¯t suitable for the camera."


    Luo Ting took a couple of nces: "It¡¯s okay, her image as a little richdy who loves jewels has already been exposed, it looks good on her, although it looks expensive, but that¡¯s called understated luxury, keep it on."


    Yangyang paused for a moment, it seemed like this hair clip wasn¡¯t conclusive proof of anything.


    At most, it gave a sense of a ¡¯CP¡¯.


    Without solid evidence, it¡¯s possible that girl just had a premonition about Sister Mianmian having the ruby.


    Their fan forum kept a low profile, usually keeping these kinds of things a secret and to themselves

 Chapter 277: How Dare to Talk About Love

    <h4>Chapter 277: Chapter 277: How Dare to Talk About Love</h4>


    During the live broadcast, the real-time barrage kept rolling.


    After thest time, Jiang Mian didn¡¯t hold back at all in disying her jewelry.


    Other than the hair clip on her head, the matching Ruby rings on her hands were somewhat eye-catching.


    [Jiang Xiaomian: Aren¡¯t those gems a bit blinding haha]


    [Jiang Xiaomian: Do you like them? I really adore them]


    [That top celebrity couple is so addictive!! I am going crazy!! I love them so much!!]


    [It really smells like money, you can smell it through the screen]


    ...


    The host still followed the old routine and asked some simple questions.


    Everyone also joked about Wen Qianning and Lu Yunzhou, the affectionate young couple.


    When it was Jiang Mian¡¯s turn, it was quite a different scene.


    Her supporters tantly queued Jiang Mian: "Teacher Jiang, did you secretly ship Teacher Wen and Teacher Lu before they went public?"


    Jiang Mian¡¯s eyes slightly lifted, and after ncing at Wen Qianning and Lu Yunzhou, she then turned to the camera, "Of course I shipped them, but I directly shipped the real married couple."


    It was clear to everyone what she meant¡ªJiang Mian knew a lot earlier.


    "Seeing their love, have you thought about dating?"


    Jiang Mian: "..."


    It was one question after another, non-stop.


    Luo Ting stood backstage watching the situation on the live broadcast; none of this was in the script.


    Who knows what this ancestor might say.


    Jiang Mian spoke righteously, without any hesitation, "How dare I even think about that?"


    With the marriage certificate in hand, to go out and date?


    She was, after all, aw-abiding good citizen.


    Wen Qianning lowered her head and smiled; that mind of hers was indeed nimble.


    "Sister Ting, Sister Mianmian¡¯s statement is really profound."


    Those who knew could tell that this remark further emphasized Fu Sichen¡¯s status while casually unting their affection.


    As for those who didn¡¯t know¡ª


    [What kind of messy question is this? No need to think about the answer]


    [Our Mianmian is definitely focused on her career]


    [Baby, you are still young, mom won¡¯t allow it!!]


    [Good, just grow up a bit more then you¡¯ll be fine]


    ...


    Even after their official announcement with Fu Sichen, no one could criticize her for that statement.


    After all, she was telling the absolute truth.


    How could she date if she was already married?


    During the live broadcast, Chen Mian couple quietly started setting off fireworks in celebration.


    [Sis, you are truly my sister!!]


    [OMG!! She must be someone close to Jiang Mian; just came outst night, and now I see her in the live room]


    [Insider=Confirmed]


    [Shh!! Keep it down!]


    It was the first time to see a CP super topic celebrate so discreetly.


    Yangyang was backstage browsing Weibo, silently putting away his phone with a smile tugging at his lips.


    Too sweet!!


    ¡ª


    In the following period, apart from handling variety shows at the base, Jiang Mian was pulled into cameo roles of various beauties by multiple drama crews, cycling through seven or eight appearances, each in different styles.


    To quote Luo Ting, it was as if she had touched upon every genre.


    Though they were cameo roles, Jiang Mian also enjoyed herself.


    "Take a look at this; Director Ming gave it to me, he is interested in you too, and if possible, we can finalize the contract early. Your selection show is already in the middle tote stages, I¡¯ve asked the production team, and it seems you¡¯ll just need to attend on the night of the formation."


    Jiang Mian flipped through the script Luo Ting handed over and meticulously began to read.


    "Lu Fireworks"


    A movie filled with love for family and country.


    Ming Lang¡¯s movies are generally big productions, finely crafted in every aspect.

 Chapter 278: The Big Reveal of the Popular Actress’s Financial Backer

    <h4>Chapter 278: Chapter 278: The Big Reveal of the Popr Actress¡¯s Financial Backer</h4>


    Jiang Mian¡¯s red lips pursed slightly, her interest visibly piqued.


    "Hey, watch all you want, but the shoot in Lu City is going tost over two months, and the conditions might be a bit rough. Just wanted to give you a heads up."


    Jiang Mian nodded repeatedly, "Mhm, I know. Contact Director Ming and don¡¯t even consider it¡ªI¡¯ll take it."


    When it came to good scripts, Jiang Mian was never one to back down easily.


    "Sister Ting, this is bad. Some paparazzi leaked something on the inte - a major scoop at 12 PM today."


    Jiang Mian and Luo Ting instantly looked up at Yangyang, who was slightly out of breath, "This might be rted to Sister Mianmian; the inte is going crazy with discussions right now."


    Therge screen in the conference room projected the trending headlines on Weibo.


    #CelebrityBackerBigReveal#


    The subscription numbers for the paparazzi¡¯s live room shot up.


    "Today at noon, we will expose the backer behind a current hotshot female celebrity in the entertainment industry. So many female stars have fallen before her, yet she somehow always manages to turn the danger around. If you want to know who she and her backer are, don¡¯t miss our live broadcast at 12."


    This statement was just shy of naming names.


    It was basically like broadcasting Jiang Mian¡¯s ID number.


    "Is it who I¡¯m thinking of?"


    "I knew Jiang Mian¡¯s gift-giving couldn¡¯t be ordinary when I saw the scale of it."


    "I guess the backer can¡¯t save her now. Looks like she¡¯s about to be ruined."


    "Nobody said who it is yet, and you¡¯re already pointing fingers at Jiang Mian. Do you all have some kind of fantasy disorder?"


    "Perhaps Jiang Mian¡¯s now floating high with young popr actors, and her backer has abandoned her."


    ...


    Just as Luo Ting was about to speak, her phone rang. She looked at the unknown number, pressed the speaker button, andid the phone on the table.


    "Hello, may I ask who¡¯s calling?"


    A man¡¯s voice came through the phone, tentative, "Ms. Luo, the agent?"


    Luo Ting¡¯s eyebrows furrowed and she immediately started recording the call: "This is me. Who is this?"


    The man on the other end chuckled, his tone imbued with malice: "You¡¯ve seen the expos¨¦ on the inte, haven¡¯t you? We¡¯ve got some dirt on your client, Jiang Mian."


    "How much do you think this secret, that everyone is talking about, is worth?"


    Jiang Mian had had ess to far more resources than the average person since her debut.


    Her mysterious background remained a matter of widespread curiosity online.


    Now, these paparazzi had the audacity to call and confidently proim on Weibo they would go live and reveal their information¡ªmeaning they must have something.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s eyes lifted slightly, her red lips curving in a dangerous smile, "I¡¯m actually a bit curious to see which backer you¡¯ve dug up for me. If you¡¯re wrong, libel willnd you in jail for a good while."


    Luo Ting simply couldn¡¯t stop Jiang Mian; her ancestor¡¯s mouth was just too quick.


    The paparazzo on the phone was momentarily stunned; they hadn¡¯t anticipated Jiang Mian would confront them directly.


    "Bro, don¡¯t worry, she¡¯s just bluffing."


    "Are the photos we have all fake?"


    The paparazzo¡¯s whispered exchange was clearly audible in the meeting room.


    Yangyang looked at Jiang Mian and Luo Ting, tapping his temple, indicating confusion: these two¡¯s brains weren¡¯t quite right.


    And here they were, brazenly calling now to extort money.


    The time on the phone turned to 11:30 AM.


    Only half an hour left until the 12 PM live broadcast.


    Yangyang watched as the number of online reservations kept increasing.


    Even live chatments were popping up from people saying they had bought food and were sitting tight, waiting for the update.


    After discussing amongst themselves for a while, the paparazzo cleared his throat twice and spoke up, more seriously, "Since you don¡¯t believe us, let me give you a little hint. Lin Group¡¯s President Lin Chen¡ªyou know him, don¡¯t you, Ms. Jiang Mian?"


    !!!!!!

 Chapter 279: Preparations for the Young Lady’s Return

    <h4>Chapter 279: Chapter 279: Preparations for the Young Lady¡¯s Return</h4>


    Jiang Mian frowned. Could it be that her true identity had been dug up?


    That seemed unlikely.


    Their surnames were different, and she hadn¡¯t been home since the New Year.


    They couldn¡¯t have uncovered so much; not much was known outside about the Lin Family having a daughter, let alone what she was called or what she looked like.


    After two seconds of silence, the paparazzi thought they had hit the nail on the head, and couldn¡¯t contain their glee, "Teacher Jiang Mian, you must be very familiar with this person, right? Tell us, is this powerful backer behind you going to offer a good price?"


    Backer??


    Jiang Mian exchanged a nce with Luo Ting.


    Luo Ting spoke up, "You must have taken some intimate photos of my artist and the President of the Lin Group."


    "Of course! Hand in hand getting into the car, President Lin even thoughtfully opened the door for her ¨C tsk tsk tsk."


    Hearing Luo Ting ask directly, the paparazzi couldn¡¯t help but disclose a bit more, "But Teacher Jiang Mian is really lucky. Among all the backers we¡¯ve photographed, President Lin has both looks and money."


    "Don¡¯t forget our contributions if you really marry into a wealthy family one day."


    The more Jiang Mian listened, the more interesting it got, and she nearlyughed out loud.


    Turns out they really believed she had a thing with her brother.


    Luo Ting left the decision to Jiang Mian, as though the most important backer, who should be of utmost significance, hadn¡¯t shown up.


    At most, it might be a revtion of her true identity as the esteemed young miss of the family.


    Jiang Mian thanked them politely and with courteous tones said, "Don¡¯t worry, I¡¯ll definitely keep it in mind and tune into the live broadcast at 12."


    As her words fell, she hung up the phone directly.


    Paparazzi: ???? WTF! So arrogant!!


    Luo Ting/Yangyang: ??? What is she nning!!


    "It¡¯s fine, let them expose it."


    With so much gold and jewelry at home, it was good for everyone to be prepared when things get exposed.


    After all, revealing her identity as a rich heiress wouldn¡¯t be such a big deal.


    It wouldn¡¯t have much impact on Jiang Mian¡¯s career as it stood.


    Their family had rtively few assets in the entertainment circle, so there wasn¡¯t much scope for any major behind-the-scenes maniption.


    As long as the fact she was married remained hidden, everything else was minor.


    After her identity as the Lin Group heiress was exposed, she would no longer have to be so careful in her actions.


    Jiang Mian lowered her head and sent a few messages to her warm and affectionate family chat group, her lips curling slightly, "Perfect, now I can show off my wealth openly."


    Luo Ting/Yangyang: This ancestor is moreposed than us.


    Jiang Xiaomian: [Have you seen the trending search? Prepare for the young mistress¡¯s return.]


    Old Lin, who dearly loves Ms. Jiang: [Your mother and I are on vacation, away from the inte.]


    Jiang Mian: "..."


    Blood rtives.


    Lin Chen: [The paparazzi want to expose something about you and me?]


    His elder brother¡¯s mind worked fast.


    Jiang Xiaomian: [Yeah, they just called Sister Ting for hush money.]


    Lin Chen: [As long as you¡¯ve decided, that¡¯s good.]


    Jiang Xiaomian: [I¡¯m going to exin it to my darling.]


    When the live broadcast starts, it wouldn¡¯t be great if her significant other turned out to be her backer.


    Lin Chen: [That¡¯s your sister-inw!]


    Jiang Xiaomian: [It¡¯s not that fast, brother, you have to work hard!]


    Jiang Mian had a direct conversation with Su Lixing, who didn¡¯t mind at all, and even cleared his schedule to watch the rumored live broadcast at 12.


    The pre-order for the live broadcast on Weibo had already broken eighty million.


    The guy backstage skipped his lunch to fix and support the system.


    [I¡¯m so excited I can¡¯t stand it!!]


    [I¡¯m not nning on sleeping this afternoon!!!]


    [I¡¯m so thrilled; who understands me]


    [So many people, it¡¯s really buzzing.]


    ...


    Yangyang also brought some fruit and snacks to the meeting room.


    He projected the live broadcast directly onto the screen.


    Jiang Mian casually scrolled through her phone, as if the matter had nothing to do with her.


    The time jumped to exactly 12 o¡¯clock, and the live broadcast room officially opened.

 Chapter 280: Live Stream Exposes Secrets

    <h4>Chapter 280: Chapter 280: Live Stream Exposes Secrets</h4>


    A paparazzo wearing a mask sat in front of a cell phone, warmly greeting everyone, "Hello everyone, sorry for the wait; this issue is about the mysterious wealthy sponsor in the entertainment circle that everyone has been so curious about."


    "Recently, Xiao Gua managed to get a hold of some substantial evidence. Let¡¯s share and uncover the wealthy backer behind Jiang Mian, the popr actress in the entertainment circle."


    [Holy crap!! It really is Jiang Mian!!]


    [I heard, I heard. My ears heard it all!]


    [Who gets it! Our entire office is into it. We were all about to doze off, but now everyone is super excited.]


    [So, she does have a wealthy sponsor, huh.]


    ...


    With just one sentence from the paparazzo, it almost nailed the confirmation, pressing Jiang Mian firmly onto the fact that she had a wealthy sponsor.


    At this time, the Fu Group was also particrly lively.


    "Is it true, oh my God, I¡¯ve started to like Jiang Mian a lot recently."


    "No way, just like that, it¡¯s all copsing."


    "Hey, hey, what do you expect from the entertainment circle¡ªyou think anybody is super clean? Keep listening to find out which old man is her sponsor."


    "Cough cough."


    Xu Lai had just left the president¡¯s office and arrived on the administrative floor, discovering that the office was unusually bustling.


    "Aren¡¯t you guys sleeping today?"


    Everyone was as if injected with adrenaline.


    Each person was wearing headphones, clutching their phones, while some were huddled together watching on a tablet.


    The office had intermittent sounds of discussion and noise.


    One of the administrative staff waved at Xu Lai, "Assistant Xu,e check this out. There¡¯s a huge scandal in the entertainment circle today. It¡¯s explosive."


    Xu Lai looked puzzled. What could be so explosive that it¡¯s worth everyone staying up during lunchtime to watch together...


    His thoughts were racing when he already saw the ring headlines in the live broadcast¡ª


    [The Big Reveal of Jiang Mian¡¯s Wealthy Sponsor]


    Holy crap??


    Xu Lai nearly eximed out loud.


    What the hell is going on.


    The administrative staff saw Xu Lai¡¯s expression and was somewhat smug, "See, I told you. It¡¯s really hot news. You should check it out. I can¡¯t talk anymore, I have to keep watching."


    Missing out on this would truly be a miss.


    This was first-hand information.


    Xu Lai pulled out his phone and started searching as he walked towards the elevator.


    He had been busy all morning; no time to keep up with this stuff.


    He needed to hurry up and tell President Fu.


    Big trouble was brewing!!!


    A paparazzo yed a few pictures in the live broadcast room, zoomed in on one, and said, "I don¡¯t need to introduce the woman in the photo, do I?"


    [Jiang Mian!! That face!! There¡¯s no second one like it in the world.]


    [To be honest, the man is pretty handsome!!]


    [Emmm... it¡¯s not what I imagined.]


    [I thought it would be some old guy.]


    ...


    The paparazzo continued, "The man in the photo is a bit blurry, but let¡¯s look at the next one, and I believe everyone is familiar with this face¡ªLin¡¯s International Bank¡¯s young master and current President, Lin Chen."


    Jiang Mian looked up at the two pictures broadcasted in the live room and tried to recall.


    This picture seemed to be from the time when Ms. Jiang¡¯s birthday wasing up; she had taken a liking to a gift in Ning City but needed someone to retrieve it in person. It happened that her elder brother was going on a business trip there, so she had asked him for a favor.


    Her hanging on his arm was certainly pleading, but she¡¯d always been like that since she was little.


    Throwing a tantrum was just like being a spoil-sport.


    As for getting into the car, wasn¡¯t that just basic chivalry?


    What on earth are people thinking.


    Jiang Mian lowered her eyes and entered the live room using her own major ount, casually sending a flurry of rockets.


    The projected live room immediately disyed a banner¡ª


    [Jiang Mian has sent rockets x5 to the live broadcast.]

 Chapter 281: Shouldn’t I Be the Sponsor Anymore?

    <h4>Chapter 281: Chapter 281: Shouldn¡¯t I Be the Sponsor Anymore?</h4>


    Luo Ting and Yangyang exchanged nces, then both looked at the woman beside them¡ªJiang Mian was casually tapping on her phone screen.


    Holy shit??


    Luo Ting immediately grabbed Jiang Mian¡¯s phone, their eyesnding on the top name¡ª


    [Jiang Mian]


    The barrage hadpletely gone crazy.


    [The person herself is here]


    [What does this mean, I¡¯m a bit lost]


    [Jiang Mian really dares, the number one person in the entertainment industry]


    [She¡¯s made herself the top big bro, holy moly]


    [So what¡¯s the situation now, I can¡¯t keep up anymore]


    ...


    The paparazzi were watching the rockets on the screen and were a bit stunned.


    Jiang Mian had actuallye to the live stream.


    "Wow! Jiang Mian actually joined the fray herself."


    "Badass, this woman, I¡¯m suddenly confused, but I think she¡¯s so cool."


    "So what¡¯s the real scoop?"


    Fu Group waspletely in an uproar, this noon was destined to be restless.


    President¡¯s office


    Xu Lai stood by, his mouth slightly agape as he watched the movements in the live stream.


    He nced sideways at the president sitting at the desk.


    His expression was indifferent, his fingers with distinct joints twirling a pen.


    It seemed like...


    it didn¡¯t matter??


    "Keep an eye on the online public opinion through the PR department, and be ready to step in if necessary."


    Xu Lai nodded, "Okay, President Fu."


    President Fu still cared deeply about his wife.


    Fu Sichen picked up his phone and found a contact to send a message.


    Fu Sichen: [Shouldn¡¯t I be the sponsor?]


    Luo Ting¡¯s phone vibrated, and she inadvertently caught a glimpse of the note above¡ª


    [Brother]


    Shouldn¡¯t I be the sponsor??


    This brother seems...


    Luo Ting handed the phone back to Jiang Mian and spoke calmly, "Your dear brother is looking for you."


    Jiang Mian took a bite of watermelon, leisurely took the phone and looked at the message Fu Sichen sent.


    Her red lips curved slightly, the live stream continued to reveal scoops in front of her


    Jiang Xiaomian: [Your little lover has threatened me/cry.jpg/]


    Jiang Xiaomian: [When will sponsor daddyfort my injured and frail heart]


    Fu Sichen stared at the messages on his phone, his thin lips barely curving into a slight smirk.


    The paparazzi in the live room hadn¡¯t stopped talking.


    Even listed a whole timeline of Jiang Mian and Lin Chen.


    False rumors!!!


    Pure false rumors!!


    Xu Lai looked at this timeline and almostughed in anger.


    These paparazzi could be an editor or a novelist with their storytelling skills.


    Such a big imagination, and a mouth that can spread rumors.


    He was just about toin to Fu Sichen about something when he saw the man lightly raise his eyebrows, looking to be in a good mood.


    The only thing that could make President Fu this happy was his wife.


    Yet, how could the two people involved chat so nonchntly?


    It¡¯s like their pants are on fire!!


    It¡¯s a case of the emperor is not in a hurry while the eunuch is.


    The one-hour live broadcast around midday finally concluded, and few office workers managed to take a nap.


    The afternoon saw a surge in coffee shop delivery orders.


    Jiang Mian scrolled through the hot search, every single term was about her.


    #JiangMianSponsor#


    #JiangMianLinChen#


    #DoesThisMeanJiangMianCrashedHard#


    [To be honest, if they were officially dating, there would be no issue]


    [If it were some boss, sure it¡¯d be a crash, but now...]


    [Sorry, but looking at the photos, the two of them match well]


    [But the Lin Family seldom involves with the entertainment circle, Jiang Mian¡¯s influence feels very strong]


    [Fun Fact: President Lin, President Fu, and President Su get along well, thetter two are in big sectors]


    ...

 Chapter 282: Lin Chen and Su Lixing’s Engagement

    <h4>Chapter 282: Chapter 282: Lin Chen and Su Lixing¡¯s Engagement</h4>


    The meeting room was silent, with only asional voice messages from Jiang Mian and Su Lixing.


    Luo Ting stared at the online trends, her brow slightly furrowed.


    Not good, but not bad either.


    Strange tendencies.


    Surprisingly, many people thought that being Lin Chen¡¯s sugar daddy wasn¡¯t very happy and spected that Jiang Mian might be freely in love with Lin Chen.


    Jiang Mian stayed put, seemingly without any idea of what to do next, leaving Luo Ting unable to make a decision either.


    She had even secretly inquired about Xu Lai¡¯s situation.


    And got the same answer¡ª


    The couple seemed not to care.


    They were happily sending messages,pletely unaffected.


    The plot was getting weirder and weirder.


    Susu Big Baby: "Check Weibo!!"


    What¡¯s that??


    Jiang Mian scrolled through Weibo¡¯s trending topics and suddenly saw a new entry.


    #Lin Chen, Su Lixing Engaged#


    What the heck??


    Jiang Mian clicked on the trending topic.


    Lin Group V: "Pay less attention to media marketing, everyone is wee to keep a close eye on President Lin and Miss Su Lixing¡¯s engagement party {photo}"


    Me?


    Damn??


    Jiang Mian waspletely baffled and looked at the photo closely for a long time.


    It was her own brother and her best friend.


    No mistake.


    But what was with this huge diamond ring and the wedding photo, how did she not know anything about it?


    And this engagement party scheduled for the end of this month.


    When did this happen, such a big decision and she found out with theizens?!


    Jiang Mian checked the time; it had been half a month, these two had kept it really tight!!


    Jiang Xiaomian: "Are you pregnant??"


    Susu Big Baby: "You are the one who¡¯s pregnant!!"


    Jiang Xiaomian: "Then why the rush?? There wasn¡¯t even a hint! When did my brother propose!!"


    Jiang Mian¡¯s mind was filled with a hundred thousand whys.


    Half an hourter, Su Lixing was sitting in front of Jiang Mian, elegantly eating the fruit in front of her.


    "You two just went ahead and did something big quietly."


    Jiang Mian then remembered the meaning of Lin Chen¡¯s words earlier that "she¡¯s your sister-inw."


    Su Lixing took a bite of a strawberry: "At that time you were busy, and I didn¡¯t even know about the proposal. He arranged everything by himself, just the two of us, and the wedding photo was just snapped. This is only the engagement, the wedding will definitely be more grand."


    Watching Su Lixing¡¯s demeanor, Jiang Mian held back from clicking her tongue twice, "You really are happy. Yourplexion is rosy; looks like my brother is taking good care of you."


    "You too, you don¡¯t seem to care about the news online."


    Jiang Mian¡¯s beautiful eyes carried azy charm: "If you don¡¯t care, why should I?"


    The wife-to-be doesn¡¯t mind, so why should she, the sister-inw and a married young woman, care?


    Wait a minute!


    A thought suddenly shed in Jiang Mian¡¯s mind: "You mention this now, my brother ns to reveal my identity on the day of his engagement."


    Su Lixing raised her milk tea and gently clinked it against the milk tea in front of Jiang Mian: "You finally caught on."


    "It was about time to announce it to the public anyway, and we needed to tell you too, today just seemed like the right moment."


    Now the inte must be in a frenzy again.


    "What kind of drama is this!!"


    "Aren¡¯t Su Lixing, Miss of Su Family, and Jiang Mian best friends!!"


    "A love triangle, then President Lin choses marriage over his lover?"


    "After all, considering the interests involved with the Su Family, to put it bluntly, Jiang Mian is just an actress, not shy enough for the elite circle."


    ...

 Chapter 283: Coming to Take You Home

    <h4>Chapter 283: Chapter 283: Coming to Take You Home</h4>


    Within three minutes, all the maliciousments in thement section were cleared out.


    Only some well-wishes for the engagement were left.


    Now theizens were all defiant, directly @¡¯ing Su Lixing.


    "Official wife,e and see this"


    "People are about to get engaged and you¡¯re still protecting your lover"


    "President Lin is such a dashing gentleman, and it ends like this, ugh!!"


    "The circles truly are chaotic"


    And Su Lixing, being equally defiant, directly posted a tweet.


    Su Lixing v: "Thank you everyone for your concern and blessings, Lin Chen and I are doing well, and I¡¯m also good with Jiang Xiaomian, some youxianhuo stop spreading rumors"


    Su Lixing sent this tweet in front of Jiang Mian.


    Her main message was that no one can bully her future sister-inw and her own close girlfriend.


    Netizens were confused.


    "So what¡¯s the script now?? A big triangle?"


    "3??P??"


    "No way, can the scale be this big?!"


    "I¡¯m so confused, reversal upon reversal, what are these rtionship dynamics, it¡¯s too much"


    ...


    The discussions about this matter did not cool down at all.


    Jiang Mian has been staying at the base these past few days, and although trainees¡¯ phones were confiscated, some chatter still managed to leak out.


    Even the looks the mentors gave her were somewhat off.


    "Have some tea¡ªI wanted to meet with one of our investors today."


    Ming Lang poured Jiang Mian some tea, his brows and eyes mild and steady.


    Jiang Mian expressed thanks with a slight sip, feeling a bit puzzled.


    Themotion online was huge, yet Jiang Mian¡¯s resources in all areas maintained a status quo.


    Everyone was waiting for a leader to make a decision.


    But it turned out Ming Lang wasn¡¯t asking her about themotion online.


    Just to meet an investor.


    The next thing Ming Lang said made Jiang Mian realize, "President Su, technically speaking, he¡¯s also the boss of your previous entertainmentpany."


    Jiang Mian¡¯s brows lifted subtly, her demeanorposed, "Hmm."


    "So, when do you n to officially announce?"


    Hmm??


    Jiang Mian looked up at Ming Lang, that auntie¡¯s smile on his lips...


    "When did you find out?"


    No sooner had she spoken, the door to the private room opened.


    Both turned their heads to look, and beside Su Yuchuan stood a man dressed in a ck silk shirt, his noble and detached demeanor casting a pale long shadow outside the door.


    Fu Sichen.


    Howe he¡¯s here, too?


    Ming Lang immediately stood up to greet them both, "President Fu, President Su."


    Jiang Mian sat in her ce, with no intention to rise.


    Su Yuchuan walked in first and sat beside Ming Lang, "Sister Jiang Mian, you don¡¯t even get up to say hello to Brother Su."


    Jiang Mian nced at Su Yuchuan and saidzily, "You¡¯re such a sieve."


    After thinking it over, it could only be Su Yuchuan.


    Su Yuchuan was taken aback and soon burst intoughter, "This is all for you. Which investor wouldn¡¯t check the recent trends of the actors? Director Ming must be quite rxed for not minding this situation."


    At that time, Ming Lang was indeed a bit restless and made several phone calls.


    It waster that Su Yuchuan reassured him, saying that he¡¯d practically watched Jiang Mian grow up.


    After that, Ming Lang probably had an idea in his mind, and when he talked about it with He Guang, He Guang just directly said that Jiang Mian is Mrs. Fu.


    When his brother He Lei found out, he was scared senseless.


    "Why are you here?"


    Jiang Mian looked at Fu Sichen as he walked straight towards her.


    Fu Sichen sat down and naturally took the woman¡¯s hand, "To take you home."


    Eh~


    "Director Ming, you see that, the smell of sour grapes."

 Chapter 284: Our Young Lady

    <h4>Chapter 284: Chapter 284: Our Young Lady</h4>


    Ming Lang smiled faintly as he poured more tea for Fu Sichen and Su Yuchuan, "I really didn¡¯t anticipate this at first. Please do forgive me."


    "Husband, I¡¯m a bit sleepy."


    Jiang Mian blinked her eyes and leaned directly against Fu Sichen¡¯s chest.


    Fu Sichen stood up, swept Jiang Mian into his arms, "Then let¡¯s go home."


    "Mm."


    Su Yuchuan had already gotten used to their routine and waved them off with a casual hand, "Drive safely."


    Ming Lang didn¡¯t even have time to speak before they vanished from sight.


    "You¡¯ll get used to it. Besides, with Fu Sichen around, Jiang Xiaomian is the kind who holds grudges. If you don¡¯t trust her and she¡¯s unhappy, just not giving you face is the lightest form of revenge she could take."


    !!!


    Ming Lang hadn¡¯t even considered that.


    He really thought Jiang Mian was a bit sleepy and wanted to go home to rest.


    "So now I..."


    "No need, no need, just enjoy your meal and drinks. Just take a little extra care when filming."


    Ming Lang took a big gulp of tea without having the time to savor it.


    Felt like he had brought an ancestor onto the set that he would need to fuss over.


    He couldn¡¯t tell what the future held, his life seemed to hang by a thread.


    ¡ª


    By the end of this month,


    the engagement party of Lin Chen and Su Lixing was set.


    Media had been staking out early outside.


    Su Lixing was a bit weary, her lovely eyes misting up with yawns, "Whoever told me the engagement is just a formality is killing me with exhaustion."


    Waking up at four in the morning.


    Who could bear it?


    Jiang Mian rushed over early in the morning to Su Lixing¡¯s ce after taking family photos at home.


    Having to be both the bride¡¯s and groom¡¯s family was truly challenging.


    She fed Su Lixing some breakfast, "You, as the soon-to-be bride, should really eat something to keep your strength up."


    Su Lixing wore a dramatically despairing expression, "If I ever get married, I¡¯m definitely not waking up early. We¡¯ll have a fun night, skip all the fetching-the-bride ceremony."


    What a suffering.


    At this time, a paparazzo posted a Weibo about the photo of Jiang Mian leaving the Jiang Mansion in the morning to rush to the Su Mansion.


    "Who exactly is Jiang Mian?"


    "Moving in high circles, and then buttering up the bride, oh my god!"


    "No way, Chairman Lin and his wife aren¡¯t unreasonable people."


    "Such juicy gossip!"


    ...


    As everyone was abuzz with spection, the official ount posted the morning¡¯s group photo.


    Lin Group v: "Looking forward to good news {Photo}"


    "What does this mean??"


    "??!! Could it be that Jiang Mian is part of the Lin Family??"


    Everyone dared not guess any further.


    Until the official ount directly replied to onement¡ª


    "Who exactly is Jiang Mian to all of you?"


    Lin Group¡¯s reply: "Our youngdy."


    !!!!!


    Later, someone quickly dug up that the wife of Lin Group¡¯s chairman¡¯s surname was Jiang, and Jiang Mian simply followed her mother¡¯s surname.


    The final conclusion was that Lin Chen was Jiang Mian¡¯s full brother by the same parents.


    Luo Ting quickly contacted the reporter who had asked them for money that day, and yed the recorded conversation from before.


    The paparazzi immediately issued an apology, stating they had spread rumors and ndered Jiang Mian without understanding the full situation.


    Public opinion shifted once again.


    "No wonder Jiang Mian is wealthy; if your family owns a bank, how couldn¡¯t you be?"


    "But she is really so low-key, she never uses her family¡¯s status to her advantage."


    Jiang Mian saw this Weibo and directly replied with ament: "I¡¯d love to be high-profile too, but my elders think it would be embarrassing..."


    "Hahahaha, I¡¯m dying ofughter."


    "She really doesn¡¯t put on any airs."


    "So the toughest time for Jiang Mian was during that ¡¯Enlist, Rookie!¡¯"


    "No wonder her agent begged her to go on variety shows, turns out it was really ¡¯Undercover Boss¡¯ hahahaha."


    ...

 Chapter 285: Just Bear It a Few More Times

    <h4>Chapter 285: Chapter 285: Just Bear It a Few More Times</h4>


    Su Lixing and Lin Chen¡¯s engagement party was a grand affair, although paparazzi were not invited inside, videos from the guests who attended still made their way online.


    The Lin Family and the Su Family made sure to take care of the paparazzi camped outside by preparing parting gifts and some desserts for them.


    The goodwill of the paparazzi soared, with several of them posting lengthy articles to praise and thank the families.


    Following the conclusion of the engagement party that evening, Jiang Mian¡¯s identity as the Lin Group heiress was officially exposed.


    Not only were the Gingers ecstatic, their own idol truly was the genuinedy of high rank, but the Chen Mian couple¡¯s super-topic also set off its own fireworks.


    Yangyang was thoroughly enjoying everyone¡¯s analysis inside.


    "This is more like it, everyone¡¯s thinking on the right track."


    Some couple fans had already started to believe that Jiang Mian was very likely to be Mrs. Fu.


    After all, the marriage between the heiress of the Lin Group and Fu Sichen made perfect sense, a match of equal social standing.


    President Fu had mentioned childhood sweethearts and innocence before.


    [I¡¯m dead!! Jiang Mian is Mrs. Fu!!]


    [Chen Mian couple are the real deal!!!]


    [Shush, sisters! Keep it down]


    [Yes, yes, they probably don¡¯t want to announce so early]


    ...


    Yangyang was rolling on the bed withughter.


    Could it be any more amusing?


    She was scrolling through when she suddenly came across an analysis post by one of the sisters and sat upright.


    Original text¡ª


    The sister who sent out the mealsst time was called Twinkle Twinkle Little Star, please!! Let¡¯s take a moment¡ªIs Jiang Xiaomian¡¯s close friend not Su Family¡¯s miss, Su Lixing? Everyone, think it over!!


    [OMG!! There¡¯s definitely something to it]


    [That exins it, the BFF would know some insider info in advance]


    [That¡¯s it, confirmed!!]


    Weibo¡¯s super-topic was abuzz with excitement, and that evening Jiang Mian was once again tormented throughout the night...


    How can someone have so much stamina!!


    So frustrating!!


    The sound of running water "whooshed" in the bathroom, and Jiang Mian reached for her phone on the bedside table, turning on Baidu¡ª


    How to deal with physical exhaustion


    What to do if a man is somewhat abnormal in that aspect


    What to do if someone has too much stamina


    Jiang Mian browsed through Baidu for some tips, her eyebrows slightly furrowed.


    These are all so bizarre.


    Completely useless.


    Jiang Mian suddenly thought of something and sent a brazen message to Su Lixing.


    Jiang Xiaomian: [Big Baby, you definitely haven¡¯t gone to sleep at this hour, right?]


    After her brother¡¯s engagement party, he wouldn¡¯t let her off the hook so easily.


    Susu Big Baby: [Dead. Do not disturb.]


    Susu Big Baby: [Why is President Fu so merciful with you?]


    Jiang Xiaomian: [You¡¯ll get used to it after a few times.]


    Still too young, with too little experience.


    Jiang Mian had practically been in a state of out of body experience for almost half an hour.


    Even though it was Su Lixing and her big brother¡¯s engagement party, it made it seem like she, too, had gotten engaged today.


    Crazy, just crazy!


    Susu Big Baby: [Surely, you aren¡¯t messaging me at this hour just to check in on me.]


    Jiang Xiaomian: [Quickly ask my brother Chen Yanyu for his contact info, if you can.]


    Susu Big Baby: [Your husband also has it]


    Susu Big Baby: [Jiang Xiaomian, you¡¯ve got issues!]


    Jiang Mian sent her an emoticon of a fist.


    This woman was still in the mood for gossip even after being so tired.


    If it weren¡¯t sote, she wouldn¡¯t bother asking her BFF to contact her brother for her.


    After five minutes, Su Lixing sent a string of numbers.


    Jiang Mian sent a verification message straight away, and to her surprise, it was instantly epted.


    Chen Yanyu: [Do you think Old Fu knows you¡¯re secretly adding me?]


    Jiang Xiaomian: [Remember to keep it secret, I need to ask you something.]


    Chen Yanyu: [???]


    There was an ominous feeling brewing.

 Chapter 286: I Am Ill, She Is the Cure

    <h4>Chapter 286: Chapter 286: I Am Ill, She Is the Cure</h4>


    Chen Yanyu frowned slightly as he held his phone and looked at the chat history.


    This woman couldn¡¯t possibly be up to something harmful, could she?


    After all, he had heard a bit about Jiang Mian¡¯s antics.


    Before he had a chance to ponder for a few seconds, a message from the other end had alreadye through.


    Jiang Xiaomian: "Is there any medicine that suppresses duration, to make someone feel weaker?"


    Chen Yanyu: "Cough, cough, cough, cough, cough..."


    He almost choked to death on his own saliva.


    Chen Yanyu seriously read each word.


    He recognized them all.


    But why did it sound so strange when he read them together?


    Chen Yanyu: "??? Is there something wrong with my understanding?"


    Jiang Xiaomian: "It¡¯s exactly what you¡¯re thinking, Fu Sichen is sick, needs treatment."


    Others are too weak, and it¡¯s a problem; he¡¯s overly capable, and that¡¯s a disease that needs treatment, too.


    Chen Yanyu: "[Photo] Take a look for yourself. He¡¯s born with it, using medicine might impact his functionality, which wouldn¡¯t be good."


    Jiang Mian opened the photo that Chen Yanyu sent.


    She nearly spat out a mouthful of national treasure.


    What kind of physical examination was this? Jiang Mian didn¡¯t understand the professional terms, but the dataparisons made her slowly sit up.


    Most of the values were above normal.


    Her gazended on a certain row, and her face suddenly flushed red.


    "Sizerger than average."


    ...


    The bathroom door opened, and the man walked out wiping himself down.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s gaze involuntarily dropped down, and her mind filled with the four words she had just seen.


    Her pretty, fair face turned even redder.


    "Mrs. Fu?"


    "Jiang Mian?"


    Jiang Mian snapped back to reality, colliding with Fu Sichen¡¯s deep, dark eyes, the man¡¯s handsome face adorned with an indulgent smile.


    "Ah?"


    "What¡¯s the matter?"


    Jiang Mian rolled the quilt and slowlyy down, "Nothing, I¡¯m just sleepy, going to sleep soon."


    Fu Sichen chuckled softly and went straight to turn off the light.


    Just before lying down, his phone flickered twice.


    Fu Sichen¡¯s brows furrowed.


    At this hour, few people would look for him, and if they did, it was probably something serious.


    He opened his phone and nced at it; his profound ck eyes suddenly darkened, his gaze shifting towards the delicate spine.


    "Mrs. Fu, you want me to feel weaker?"


    !!!!!


    Jiang Mian¡¯s back stiffened suddenly, an eerie sense of wrongness washing over her.


    At this moment, pretending to be asleep was the only option!!


    Fu Sichen lifted the quilt and wrapped his arms around the woman¡¯s slender waist. Jiang Mian screamed in fright, "Don¡¯t! I¡¯m already exhausted!"


    Theughter spilled from the man¡¯s throat, his voice deep and rumbling, "I¡¯ll just hold you. What is Mrs. Fu thinking, hm."


    Damn!!!


    Sold out by Chen Yanyu!!!


    Sure enough, he was Fu Sichen¡¯s good brother, crafty to the core.


    She should not have trusted him so much.


    The man¡¯s warm breath was gently blowing on Jiang Mian¡¯s back, "Having you is enough."


    Such a nonsensical statement.


    What kind of talk was that?


    "I¡¯m sick, and you¡¯re the cure."


    Jiang Mian: "..."


    She rolled up the quilt, her voice clear and soft, somewhatining, "Ah, how cheesy. Aren¡¯t you tired yet~"


    "Let¡¯s sleep..."


    Fu Sichen gently stroked the hair of the girl in his arms. A fleeting smile of indulgence and gentleness graced his lips.


    Beside them, the phone screen dimmed¡ª


    Chen Yanyu: "As a brother, just giving you a heads up, your wife is out to harm you."


    Chen Yanyu: "[Chat screenshot]"


    Fu Sichen: "Hmm."


    Chen Yanyu: "??? Are you really sick?"


    Who reacts so nonchntly, is that even Fu Sichen?!!


    Fu Sichen: "As long as she is my cure, it¡¯s fine."


    Chen Yanyu os: Damn it, I¡¯m speechless, harassed in the middle of the night, and now I have to swallow a mouthful of dog food.


    This couple is sick!!!

 Chapter 287: I’ll Come to Pick You Up

    <h4>Chapter 287: Chapter 287: I¡¯ll Come to Pick You Up</h4>


    ---


    Afterwards, everyone was wary about Jiang Mian¡¯s identity, but as time went on, things seemed to return to how they were before.


    As the talent show was drawing to a close, Jiang Mian and Ming Lang¡¯s contract to officially fly to Lu City to shoot a movie was set to start at the end of April.


    On the night of the group formation, Jiang Mian posted a group photo.


    Jiang Mian v: "Youth with you, the future is boundless {photo}"


    In the photo, 100 contestants were present, with Jiang Mian standing right in the middle.


    "Wow! So many men!!"


    "They¡¯re all so handsome; not a single ugly one in sight!"


    "Jiang Xiaomian is so lucky, able to start her own harem!!"


    "The only regret is not getting to see Jiang Xiaomian dance hahaha"


    Jiang Mian replied: "Don¡¯t cue me!!"


    Fu Group


    The incandescent lights in the President¡¯s office were all turned on, and Fu Sichen was somewhat dazzled by the photo at the top of his phone screen.


    His long fingers scrolled through thements below the phone.


    His expression turned slightly dark: "Xu Lai."


    Xu Lai hurriedly entered: "President Fu."


    It was yet another month-end hectic period, and almost every department in Fu Group was working overtime collectively.


    Due to the Labor Day holiday, their monthly meeting, usually at the beginning of the month, was moved to the end of April.


    The entire building had an air of somberness.


    Fu Sichen nced at the time on the screen: "Go contact the stylist."


    Hmm??


    Xu Lai didn¡¯t dare to ask more: "Okay."


    "And have everyone leave work now. Tomorrow¡¯s meeting is canceled and postponed until after the Labor Day holiday."


    !!!!!!


    Xu Lai¡¯s dim eyes suddenly lit up, feeling revived!


    "Okay, okay, President Fu, I¡¯ll notify everyone immediately."


    Five secondster, cheers erupted floor by floor, and Fu Sichen, picking up his coat, got up: "First, get a makeover."


    Xu Lai was still immersed in the joy, grabbed his bag, and immediately followed him.


    Fu¡¯s Group chatroom (without President Fu)


    Employee 1: "What happened!! Long live President Fu!!!"


    Administrative Supervisor: "I just saw President Fu and Xu Lai going down."


    Employee 2: "There must be some story we don¡¯t know about."


    HR Receptionist: "Hurry up and punch out!! Go home!!!"


    ...


    The chatroom suddenly became lively. Some people even @Xu Lai, wanting to know the inside scoop.


    Ten minutester, Xu Lai sneakily chimed in.


    Xu Lai: "If I¡¯m not mistaken, it has something to do with the Mrs."


    Xu Lai covertly nced at President Fu, who had just changed clothes and suddenly paused.


    !!!!!!


    Three secondster, he hastily tapped on his phone¡ª


    Xu Lai: "It¡¯s not just a possibility! It definitely has something to do with the Mrs.!!!!!!"


    What did he see!


    President Fu had put on a ck hoodie!!!


    Xu Lai gently pinched his own flesh.


    Hiss¡ª


    It hurts!! Not an illusion.


    The stylist was still discussing hair options with Fu Sichen, and Xu Lai, touching the handrail beside him, found a support point and sat down.


    Since following Fu Sichen, Xu Lai had never seen President Fu dressed down from his suit and leather shoes (except for the robe he was forced to deliverte at night).


    Now this hoodie was something new.


    Xu Lai didn¡¯t know what he was thinking but instinctively opened Weibo.


    Trending¡ª


    #GroupFormationNight#


    #JiangMianGroupPhoto#


    #YouthFinaleGroupPhoto#


    ...


    Xu Lai clicked on one and was captivated by that group photo.


    No wonder President Fu had to get styled; the Mrs had already entered the den of fresh meat. He had to dere his authority.


    Brother: "Where are you?"


    Jiang Mian was still at the base preparing for some additional shooting and received Fu Sichen¡¯s message.


    Jiang Xiaomian: "Still at the base, I guess I¡¯ll return quitete."


    Brother: "I¡¯lle to pick you up."


    Jiang Xiaomian: "Okay! /Hugs husband jpg./"

 Chapter 288: The Scent of Youth

    <h4>Chapter 288: Chapter 288: The Scent of Youth</h4>


    "Teacher Jiang, we need to conduct an interview over here."


    The show¡¯s PD knocked on the door and Jiang Mian put down her phone and followed him.


    The interview room was a small, separate booth. After Jiang Mian took her seat, the Director began to ask some standard questions. As they neared the end, he pulled out a box.


    "Teacher Jiang, onest question for you to draw."


    Jiang Mian paused for two seconds, looked into the Director¡¯s eyes with a sudden smile, and reached into the box, "You guys definitely didn¡¯t have good intentions."


    The production team all chuckled but said no more.


    They had heard a bit about Jiang Mian¡¯s previous interviews, especially ones like this that fans loved to watch.


    Everyone watched as Jiang Mian pulled out a piece of paper.


    "Among all these contestants, is there your ideal type?"


    Jiang Mian¡¯s lips twitched as she handed the paper to the director.


    A slight gasp echoed through the interview room.


    This question...


    was a bit sensational.


    The woman in front held her red lips slightly pursed, her voice clear and light, "No."


    So decisive!!


    Not a single one among a hundred.


    Her ideal type was said to be a "milk dog" before, and here were so many young idols, each milkier than thest.


    An image unexpectedly popped into Jiang Mian¡¯s mind, her lips slightly curled, and she added, "They¡¯re too young. Young idols suit younger girls better. I prefer someone older than me, handsome, and can be both puppy-like and wolf-like..."


    Luo Ting, standing to the side, felt more anxious as she listened¡ªher ancestor was about to sketch this person out entirely.


    She could have just named President Fu.


    She coughed lightly and Jiang Mian followed her gaze to the camera, "Is this okay?"


    The Director was pleased with her responses and felt this interview was going to be explosive.


    "That¡¯s perfect, Teacher Jiang. We hope to coborate again in the future."


    Jiang Mian smiled politely, "Certainly."


    After escorting Jiang Mian out, Luo Ting lowered her voice, "Xu Lai said President Fu is over by the roundtable."


    Jiang Mian unconsciously quickened her step, her skirt fluttering with the wind, her fair, long legs a striking view under the night sky.


    Hearing the noise behind him, Fu Sichen turned around.


    The girl¡¯s high ponytails, streaming in the wind, gleamed faintly under the moonlight.


    Fu Sichen smiled and walked towards Jiang Mian.


    Jiang Mian slowed her pace, her eyes confirming the man in the distance.


    Was this...


    Fu Sichen??


    Her husband???


    The man casually dressed in a ck sweatshirt, one hand tucked into his pants, hair unstyled but clean and smooth, carrying a subtle scent that wafted in the breeze, presented a youthful air.


    Luo Ting finally caught up to Jiang Mian,ing to an abrupt stop.


    She stood beside Xu Lai, "Is that President Fu??"


    Xu Lai nodded frantically, "Hard to believe, right? I haven¡¯t been able to wrap my head around it ever since President Fu started styling."


    Luo Ting nodded as well.


    She couldn¡¯t dare blink.


    Was that President Fu??


    Clearly, he looked just like a typical college student, too tender.


    Luo Ting unconsciously thought back to what Jiang Mian had said during the interview¡ª


    "They are too young... both milky and wolfy."


    And now, the person in front of her...


    After standing before Jiang Mian, Fu Sichen hooked the tip of her ponytail, lips curving into a light smile, "Mrs. Fu?"


    Jiang Mian stared for a long while, then slowly spoke, "Why are you dressed like this?"


    She lowered her gaze and swallowed.


    This man was outrageously handsome!! How could he be so attractive!!

 Chapter 289: Proactively Kiss You

    <h4>Chapter 289: Chapter 289: Proactively Kiss You</h4>


    Fu Sichen had yet to speak when a soft body suddenly plunged into his arms, "I kinda like you, what should I do?"


    The man stiffened suddenly, embracing the girl into his arms.


    He bent down and chuckled deeply, "Then I¡¯ll wear it more often."


    "Only for you to see."


    Jiang Mian suddenly snapped back to reality, lifted her eyes to stare at Fu Sichen, the corners brimming with a sly smile, "Fu Sichen, you can¡¯t possibly be jealous, can you?"


    Thements under today¡¯s group night Weibo were all cheeky.


    Even Su Lixing messaged to tease herself about not being taken to see so many men.


    Fu Sichen¡¯s lips slightly pursed, and he directly carried Jiang Mian towards the circr tform.


    !!!!


    Feeling the weightlessness below, Jiang Mian clung tightly around Fu Sichen¡¯s neck, her voice clear and soft,ced withughter, "Jealous look is quite cute."


    "Mrs. Fu..."


    Fu Sichen¡¯s voice was deep, tinged with a dangerous tone.


    Jiang Mian did not say anything more, otherwise it would bring retribution.


    Fu Sichen put Jiang Mian down, then nced at the time on his phone.


    "What¡¯s wrong??"


    Xu Lai looked at the timer on his phone, muttering to himself¡ª


    "Ten."


    "Nine."


    "Why are you timing."


    Xu Lai pointed to the darkened night sky, "Quick, look, what President Fu prepared for his wife."


    What is it.


    Three secondster, the sky bursts forth with the sounds of fireworks.


    Attracted by the sounds, Jiang Mian watched as brilliant colors exploded across the sky.


    And a few lines ofrge words¡ª


    [I love you]


    Jiang Mian¡¯s beautiful eyes glimmered, her gaze shifting to the man in front of her before leaping into Fu Sichen¡¯s arms, "Yours?"


    Fu Sichen, holding Jiang Mian draped over him, chuckled deeply, his voice rich and deep, "For you, does Mrs. Fu like it?"


    Jiang Mian¡¯s stunning eyes shimmered like water, her hands resting on Fu Sichen¡¯s shoulders, her red lips curving into a bright arc, "Of course I like it!"


    No sooner had the words left her mouth than Jiang Mian leaned down to kiss him.


    "Holy crap, holy crap!!"


    Xu Lai could no longer keep a straight face, the wife had initiated a kiss with President Fu.


    Such a perfect moment to witness!!!


    He thumped the wall to suppress the excitement bubbling inside from shipping the couple.


    Luo Ting couldn¡¯t help but pull out her phone to snap a photo.


    Under the bright moonlight, you and I kissed amidst the brilliant burst of fireworks.


    This was the second time.


    *


    Late into the night,


    Jiang Mian struggled to plead for mercy, like a stranded mermaid, gasping for air.


    She looked resentfully at the man sitting on the couch, calm and collected.


    He still had the mood and energy to deal with work.


    Fu Sichen¡¯s ck robe hung loosely, the faint outline of muscles creating an appealing visual.


    Jiang Mian, propping her head, began to admire him thoroughly, her eyes and lips curving involuntarily.


    No wonder she found him so handsome, even working looked good on him.


    The mobile phone by the bed vibrated wildly.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s brow furrowed, struggling to get up.


    Fu Sichen put down theptop from his legs and stood up to hand her the phone, then pulled the covers over her.


    "Thanks, President Fu~"


    "Don¡¯t mention it, Miss Jiang."


    Jiang Mian looked at the phonebel.


    [Sister Ting]


    Looking further up.


    1:59.


    It was nearly two in the morning, what was Sister Ting thinking.


    She answered the call, "Disaster!! A big disaster!! You and President Fu were caught on camera, and it¡¯s blown up the trending searches."


    A trending search sote at night, one could imagine how dramatic it was.


    Jiang Mian propped herself up and slowly sat up, "What got caught?"


    Luo Ting: "..."


    "What else could it be? Under the fireworks, the two of you kissing so well."


    Luo Ting found it a bit much to watch towards the end.


    Force-feeding herself dog food.

 Chapter 290: Jiang Mian’s Romance

    <h4>Chapter 290: Chapter 290: Jiang Mian¡¯s Romance</h4>


    Jiang Mian¡¯s red lips parted slightly, "Then let¡¯s make it official."


    Ah???


    "You¡¯re giving up on your dream of bing the Movie Queen."


    With her identity as the Lin Family¡¯s young miss exposed, if she were also to take on the double buff of Mrs. Fu...


    Jiang Mian could indeed tranquilly go home and y her role as the wealthy wife.


    She nced at the man on the sofa, got out of bed, walked over to him, naturally took the notebook off his knee, and settled onto hisp, "They already caught us mouth to mouth, how could we still argue?"


    Netizens aren¡¯t stupid.


    Luo Ting let out a lightugh.


    Laughing at what???


    "The good news is that only your face was captured; President Fu¡¯s face wasn¡¯t caught at all, so everyone can only see you being lovey-dovey with some man."


    Jiang Mian: "..."


    That¡¯s quite embarrassing.


    Jiang Mian opened the trending searches¡ª


    #JiangMianRtionship


    #JiangMianFireworkKiss


    #WhoIsJiangMian¡¯sBoyfriend


    And connected with those were three or four other rted to her.


    Don¡¯t these people need to sleep?


    These terms are still so hot at this hour, and everyone¡¯sments are exploding.


    She opened one and skimmed through; it was about some fans who lingered near the Night Base to take photos for memories and material but didn¡¯t leave on time.


    Then they heard the sound of fireworks, and the long-focus camera caught a clear shot of Jiang Mian kissing a man with a youthful vibe in a ck hoodie.


    The fans in private groups shared it around, each iming if it was their idol.


    After all, the attire was too reminiscent of a fresh-faced pop idol.


    They naturally turned their attention and spections to the 100 contestants of the current talent show.


    Eventually, someone posted it on Weibo, and the trending hit exploded.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s face was too distinctly captured, no way to mistake it for another.


    This was the ultimate confirmation.


    Speaking in a clear, gentle voice, with a hint ofughter and teasing tone, Jiang Mian said, "Those fans¡¯ cameras are indeed remarkable."


    Howe she didn¡¯t have such devoted fans?


    Fu Sichen looked over, his voice rough and tinged with deepughter, "The kiss was pretty beautiful."


    !!!


    Jiang Mian reached out to cover Fu Sichen¡¯s cool, thin lips, "Don¡¯t talk."


    The situation wasn¡¯t handled yet.


    On the phone, Luo Ting coughed lightly, signaling that someone was still on the line.


    Just in case this couple starts ying around and forgets someone is on the phone.


    "Sister Ting, sorry to trouble you with the PR, I¡¯ll post on Weibo in five minutes."


    Luo Ting hummed in acknowledgment, sensing the prelude to something big.


    "Be careful with what you post, don¡¯t put out anything unnecessary."


    "Don¡¯t worry."


    Five minutester, Weibo started bustling again.


    Nearly crashed.


    The little brother working backstage at Weibo muttered, "Damn wage workers getting up to work at this ungodly hour, I¡¯m only filled with rage!!"


    Jiang Mian v: [Not some fresh-faced pop idol, just a boyfriend who dressed young on purpose because he was jealous, but actually, he¡¯s pretty fierce.]


    Jiang Mian¡¯s Weibo post instantly exploded a wave ofizens.


    [I¡¯ve lost all desire to sleep!!!]


    [Ahhhhh! It¡¯s actually a rtionship!! I¡¯m crying!!]


    [How dare someone defile my goddess!]


    [Jiang Xiaomian isn¡¯t an idol, it¡¯s normal for her age to be in a rtionship]


    [Help!! This is kind of cute!! Dressing young on purpose because of jealousy, this guy knows what¡¯s up.]


    [We approve of this son-inw, when will you bring him out to meet us, we want to see his face]


    ...


    At two in the morning, Weibo was unusually lively.


    Tonight was destined to be a sleepless night.

 Chapter 291: Mrs. Fu Support Group

    <h4>Chapter 291: Chapter 291: Mrs. Fu Support Group</h4>


    ¡ª


    The next day


    Ms. Jiang: "You had an affair during your marriage??"


    Ms. Jiang: "Xiao Chen is such a good person, if you have any difficulties, talk to Mom about them."


    Ms. Jiang: "With your announcement being so mboyant, have you two secretly divorced already?"


    ...


    Jiang Mian was woken up early in the morning by her mother¡¯s messages.


    She frowned and tossed her phone to Fu Sichen next to her, "My mom is biased, you rify quickly..."


    What divorce, she couldn¡¯t even recognize her own son-inw.


    Jiang Mian rolled overzily, ced her hand on Fu Sichen¡¯s neck, and swung her leg over his body.


    It was all Fu Sichen¡¯s fault for that outfit yesterday, not just Ms. Jiang, even he hesitated for a long time when he saw that face.


    The thought even crossed his mind that maybe Fu Sichen had an identical twin brother.


    Fu Sichen looked at the phone, then typed a few lines.


    Jiang Xiaomian: "Mom, Xuanxuan is still sleeping, no affair,st night that was me."


    Ten minutester, the phone vibrated again.


    Ms. Jiang: "Oh, that¡¯s the case. When you both have time,e home more often for meals. I¡¯m starting to not recognize you..."


    Jiang Xiaomian: "Okay, we will."


    Fu Sichen put down the phone, Jiang Mian slightly opened her eyes, "All set?"


    "Yeah, it¡¯s still early, you can sleep a bit more."


    Jiang Mian looked out the window, the sunlight was piercing through the curtains.


    The sun is already shining on our butts and it¡¯s still called early.


    "President Fu doesn¡¯t have to work today?"


    It seems the emperor doesn¡¯t hold morning court either.


    Fu Sichen nodded lightly: "Yeah, need to appear somewhat frail and delicate."


    Jiang Mian: "..."


    Still remembering that old matter.


    In a couple of days, Jiang Mian was set to fly to Ping City, a rather remote ce, and the two of them would probably spend a long time apart again.


    Today, Fu Group was unusually lively.


    Besides everyone gossiping over the celebrity Jiang Mian¡¯s love life, it was also because their boss was absent.


    It was unprecedented for the workaholic President Fu not to be seen till now.


    Even Xu Lai got to the office veryte today.


    Employee 1: "What¡¯s going on! President Fu is actually noting to work today."


    There are so many documents that need to be signed and approved, and based on President Fu¡¯s usual temperament, he¡¯s someone who would stayte to get it all done.


    Employee 2: "@Xu Lai you¡¯re the only one who knows, our inside man."


    Yesterday, he let everyone go home without workingte, and today he just didn¡¯te to work.


    Definitely some insider news.


    Xu Lai: "Apanying Mrs. Fu."


    This morning when he woke up, he received a message from President Fu¡ª


    "Today I¡¯m noting to work, you can go inte."


    !!!!!


    Xu Lai¡¯s three words instantly exploded the chat group.


    "Thanks, Mrs. Fu!!!"


    "I¡¯m even more curious about what Mrs. Fu looks like, what kind of woman has made President Fu leave early and note to work."


    Xu Lai: "A woman whobines beauty with intelligence, very charming!!"


    With just these few phrases from Xu Lai, the chat group burst into an uproar.


    Unfortunately, President Fu keeps Mrs. Fu too well-protected, nobody other than Xu Lai had seen her face, even the senior management only caught a glimpse of her figure during meetings.


    These were the only descriptive words they had.


    Really dying of curiosity!!


    After this episode, their group name had been changed to "Love Mrs. Fu, May Mrs. Fu Appear More Often."


    Some even stuck a piece of paper over their desktop idol stands.


    It read¡ª


    "Mrs. Fu"


    Xu Lai: ???


    Mrs. Fu, with her own capability, has directly won over the employees?!


    This is no longer Fu Group, it¡¯s clearly Mrs. Fu¡¯s fan club.

 Chapter 292: Super Topic

    <h4>Chapter 292: Chapter 292: Super Topic</h4>


    *


    On the airne


    Su Lixing had gone to some fashion exhibitions in other cities two days ago, having missed the debut night of the boy band.


    Already annoyed, she now had also missed such lively gossip about Jiang Mian.


    By the time she came across the trending news, half a day had already passed.


    I hate it!!!


    To think I wasn¡¯t at the forefront.


    She doodled on her tablet for quite a while, seemingly venting her pent-up emotions on the digital brush.


    The flight attendant approached Su Lixing with a polite smile, "Miss, hello, may I help you with anything?"


    Su Lixing paused in her drawing, "No, no, it¡¯s nothing."


    Noticing the drawing on the tablet, the flight attendant smiled lightly, her voice pleasant and melodious, "You¡¯re drawing Jiang Mian and her boyfriend, aren¡¯t you? It¡¯s really beautiful."


    "Thank you, they indeed look very good."


    The flight attendant was startled and took a few more looks at Su Lixing, finding her eyes familiar. Afterposing herself, she nodded and walked away.


    Damn it, how does everyone know about this.


    Feels like I¡¯ve missed out on billions.


    Su Lixing made quite a few revisions to her drawing, eventually adding facial features to the man in the picture.


    Perfect.


    Yangyang scrolled through the Chen Mian couple¡¯s super fanmunity, feeling unusually heavy-hearted.


    What¡¯s going on with these people, flipping sides like they are nothing.


    Some make sense though, maybe just people close to Sister Mianmian knew about that hairpin before posting it or something.


    Now one is married with ady wife, and the other has officially announced a boyfriend, a young, fresh piece of meat at that.


    Who would put these two together.


    If it wasn¡¯t for the fact that she had confirmed it with Sister Ting in the morning, she would have doubted if that person was President Fu.


    Yangyang pursed her lips and scrolled through the fandom posts. The anonymous artist wife had just updated a new picture a second ago.


    It was clearly the same photo that had been posted on Weibost night.


    Just from a different angle, the woman¡¯s profile and the man¡¯s profile.


    Jiang Mian and Fu Sichen.


    Oh my god, oh my god!!!


    Yangyang excitedly jumped up from her seat.


    Luo Ting walked up to her, looking at the excited child, "What¡¯s up, near tearing the roof off?"


    Yangyang hemmed and hawed, "Can I say it, um..."


    What¡¯s with this can or cannot.


    Luo Ting furrowed her brows slightly and nced at the still glowing screen of Yangyang¡¯s phone.


    "If it¡¯s rted to our Jiang Xiaomian, then you should say it."


    If it¡¯s not rted, Yangyang probably wouldn¡¯t be so secretive.


    Yangyang handed her phone to Luo Ting, "Sister Ting, you remember the super talk page for President Fu and Sister Mianmian, right?"


    Luo Ting nodded. That super talk about the Chen Mian couple indeed red up for a bit when they were shooting the variety show.


    After it ended, and especially after President Fu publicly announced his wife, it seemed nobody really paid attention to that super talk page anymore.


    A lot of people probably left.


    Luo Ting looked at the super talk count, it read 1770.


    Why are there still some people?


    "I didn¡¯t expect people still followed this super talk."


    Yangyang anxiously took out her phone and opened the photo gallery, "It had over 2000 before, it¡¯s dropped a lot after Sister Mianmian¡¯s announcement."


    Luo Ting pulled Yangyang to sit on the sofa, her attention quickly drawn to a photo someone had posted on the super talk page minutes ago.


    Under the fireworks, the intricate and beautiful profiles of a man and woman gave off the feel of an exquisite movie poster.


    This drawing looked too simr to what she had seen with her own eyesst night.


    This person¡ª


    Luo Ting involuntarily shuddered, feeling goosebumps rising.


    She had the look of someone in the know.


    "Do you know this person?"

 Chapter 293: Good Things Should Be Shared

    <h4>Chapter 293: Chapter 293: Good Things Should Be Shared</h4>


    Yangyang shook his head, "Sister Ting, do you also think this person knows the inside scoop? She hasn¡¯t been in the super topic for long,st time she entered and immediately posted a photo of President Fu¡¯s sapphire brooch and Sister Mianmian¡¯s ruby hair clip."


    "I thought about it all night when I saw the photo and couldn¡¯t figure out when Sister Mianmian got that hair clip. I didn¡¯t expect Sister Mianmian to wear that hair clip the next day."


    Luo Ting clicked into this person¡¯s homepage and scrolled for a while.


    Apart from the photo Yangyang mentioned, it was just the one that was posted earlier.


    "Right, earlier some sisters analyzed that it might be Sister Mianmian¡¯s bestie, Miss Su."


    Luo Ting stared at the screen thoughtfully for a few seconds, then handed the phone back to Yangyang, "It is very likely."


    I should find some time to talk to Jiang Xiaomian about this issue.


    Currently, there is nothing else going on.


    "Do you also ship them?"


    Yangyang said with a proud expression, "Of course, I¡¯m the mini host of the super topic!"


    All the other couples, real or not, she believed hers was the real married couple, protected by nationalw.


    Definitely not in the loss here.


    Luo Ting lightly clicked her tongue, "You, just be careful and protect your vest well."


    If that gets exposed and you fall off, it really won¡¯t be so easy to solve public rtions issues.


    "Don¡¯t worry, Sister Ting!"


    ¡ª


    It wasn¡¯t long before Jiang Mian flew to Ping City to film.


    Working with Ming Lang for the second time, both of them had built quite a rapport.


    This movie didn¡¯t have noticeable romantic narratives but focused more on national and familial sentiments.


    The biggest challenge for Jiang Mian was doing several wire fu scenes and scenes involving guny.


    Various scenes had left Jiang Mian sore all over after half a month.


    "Wuwu... my hands are getting chafed."


    Jiang Mian showed her pale palms, with some chafed red marks, to Fu Sichen through the camera.


    In the recent days, Ming Lang had arranged for a coach for them.


    It was just that Jiang Mian¡¯s skin was somewhat tender, and she was struggling with the handgun initially.


    Fu Sichen, wearing gold-rimmed sses, seemed to still be working as he looked at the video. His eyes and brows expressed concern, "You¡¯ve applied the ointment, right? Otherwise, it might leave scars."


    He couldn¡¯t stand seeing any mark on his beloved wife, who was extremely beauty-conscious.


    "Yangyang has helped me apply it, still have to do wire fu tomorrow, wuwu."


    To say she wasn¡¯t nervous, Jiang Mian was actually somewhat scared.


    Being so high up, if it were unsafe and she fell, it would really be disastrous.


    Jiang Mian chatted with Fu Sichen for a while more, then hung up.


    Right after hanging up, she received a message from Su Lixing.


    Susu Big Baby: [Jiang Xiaomian, you¡¯re awesome! Only you would dare to do such a thing to your own husband.]


    What happened??


    Susu Big Baby: [I thought you had something else up your sleeve that night, turns out you were just asking Chen Yanyu for medicine.]


    Jiang Mian choked; Chen Yanyu, the bbermouth.


    She better not meet him next time, otherwise she would sew his mouth shut herself.


    Just as Jiang Mian was about to type something, Su Lixing sent another message.


    Susu Big Baby: [Got any? I want some too!! Good stuff should be shared!! You can¡¯t bear to see your little sister suffer, right?]


    Jiang Xiaomian: [My brother would be heartbroken hahaha.]


    Lin Chen sneezed twice in session.


    A bit of a cold...


    Susu Big Baby: [From one woman to another, you can surely understand.]


    Jiang Xiaomian: [Get my brother a checkup, Chen Yanyu said Fu Sichen is born with it, my brother is very likely the same.]


    Been strong like a bull since childhood, probably something in the genes.


    Su Lixing seemed topromise, and as Jiang Mian was about to sleep, she received another message from her.

 Chapter 294: CP Fan Leader

    <h4>Chapter 294: Chapter 294: CP Fan Leader</h4>


    Susu Big Baby: [[photo] You¡¯re wee~ A Labor Day gift]


    It was a fan art of a fireworks kiss drawn by Su Lixing, based on a photo from Weibo, except in this drawing they both showed their side profiles, and the colorbination was like that of a movie poster, exceptionally beautiful.


    Jiang Mian stared at the fireworks and the red lips of the kissing pair subconsciously curled up.


    She set this picture as her home screen and used the photo that had leaked online as her lock screen.


    Then, contentedly, she fell asleep.


    ¡ª


    The next day on set.


    Jiang Mian sat under the rest tent looking at the script, her phone screen asionally lighting up. Jiang Mian nced downward, opened it, saw it was just a bunch of messy messages, and went back to the home screen.


    Yangyang, who stood by, caught a glimpse and asked with some excitement, "Sister Mianmian, where did you get this picture?!"


    Jiang Mian looked at the picture on her screen, remembering that night, her mouth curving into a slight smile, "Susu drew it for me, said it was a May Day gift."


    Although Su Lixing said it like that, Jiang Mian knew it was her way of sending blessings.


    She had been drawing since elementary school; this picture was the most basic level for her.


    Jiang Mian purposely opened the original picture Su Lixing sentst night to show off to Yangyang: "Pretty, isn¡¯t it."


    Yangyang nodded, "Pretty."


    She might have seen this photo even earlier.


    This really confirmed it; that twinkling star was Miss Su.


    "Why do you look like you are trying not tough? Something on your mind?"


    Yangyang opened a super topic she was following, "Sister Mianmian, actually I might have seen it earlier than you, this must be Miss Su, right?"


    Unexpectedly, the ship had sailed right by her side!!!


    Jiang Mian¡¯s smile stiffened.


    She hadn¡¯t checked the Chen Mian couple supertopic for a long time, wondering how it was still there.


    After all the messy incidents before, she thought that supertopic had been shut down.


    And what in the world was that supertopic avatar?


    It was specifically the photo of her and Fu Sichen kissing, blown up.


    They even put a heart in the middle of their kissing close-up.


    Toxic!!


    Jiang Mian also opened the fan fiction section.


    "..."


    How had it gotten even more risqu¨¦?


    Yangyang grinned, "These authors are getting more skilled now; they write it really well."


    Those details were enough to make one blush.


    Jiang Mian clicked on one and immediately backed out.


    What had she seen?!


    Squeezing...


    Licking...


    Jiang Mian¡¯s fair cheeks quickly reddened.


    Oh, mama.


    Getting a bit overwhelmed.


    Are you sure this won¡¯t get banned?!


    She quickly took a screenshot and sent it to her phone, then found Su Lixing.


    Jiang Xiaomian: [Exin this, Miss Su [photo]]


    Susu Big Baby: [Hehe, didn¡¯t expect you to browse too.]


    What am I browsing!


    Jiang Xiaomian: [Yangyang is a junior host...]


    She really should thank everyone around her, Jiang Mian had just checked again.


    There was someone named Tingting Yuli, ranked so high, one nce at the IP and no need to guess it was Yu Xinting¡¯s side ount.


    Another close friend, these people read novels in the supertopic.


    Susu Big Baby: [I knew it looked familiar! Turns out your assistant is into it too, just sharing some drawings.]


    Susu Big Baby: [No other meaning, saw your CP fans running off, just reinforcing things a bit for you and President Fu.]


    Jiang Mian was just about to reply when suddenly there was amotion not far away.


    A lot of people had headed over; among them, Ming Lang ran the fastest.


    Who could it be.


    Such a big show.

 Chapter 295: Comedy of Errors

    <h4>Chapter 295: Chapter 295: Comedy of Errors</h4>


    She looked up to see a crowd of people, with Su Yuchuan at the forefront, followed by a group dressed neatly, each carrying a box in hand.


    Jiang Mian recognized those behind¡ª


    The Fu Family¡¯s medical team.


    Su Yuchuan¡¯s gaze quickly fell on Jiang Mian, and he walked straight over.


    "Is it just you who came?"


    Su Yuchuan: "..."


    What do you mean by ¡¯just me¡¯?


    That was such a heartless thing to say.


    Jiang Mian gestured towards the medical team behind, and Su Yuchuan understood immediately.


    He pulled out a chair and sat down leisurely, "You know better than I do how busy your husband is with the monthly meetings at the beginning of the month."


    Indeed.


    She had seen her father and elder brother practically sleeping at thepany before the monthly meetings, and now it just happened to be the month of May, which marked the end of a quarter.


    Busy on top of busy.


    Su Yuchuan knocked on the table, "Snap out of it, take a look at this."


    He took a gift box out of his pocket and pushed it towards Jiang Mian.


    Jiang Mian looked at it with some suspicion, then reached out and opened it¡ª


    A pair of sunflower earrings, each center adorned with a ruby.


    They were from the same line as the hair clip that Fu Sichen had given her some time ago.


    She picked them up and looked at them for a long time, her eyes and brows curving, her eyes betraying her fondness.


    Su Yuchuan, who had watched the whole thing from start to finish, teased a bit, "Tsk tsk tsk, you two got mushy with each other and ended up getting along for real."


    Jiang Mian put the gift box away, stood up, and dropped a light sentence, "None of your business."


    Su Yuchuan covered his mouth and chuckled. Sister Jiang seemed as sweet as if she¡¯d been filled with honey recently.


    Just like Su Lixing.


    The two best friends were being silly together.


    Su Yuchuan: [I came all this way to deliver something, and your wife didn¡¯t even say thank you.]


    Fu Sichen: [I¡¯ll thank you on her behalf.]


    Su Yuchuan: [Forget it, forget it. We¡¯re brothers, it was just a handy thing to do.]


    He dared not ask for an extra word of thanks from Fu Sichen.


    It would be too much to handle.


    Jiang Mian had her first experience with wire stunts in filming today, and it didn¡¯t go smoothly, getting stuck several times.


    By the time it ended, it was already veryte.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s whole body felt a bit weak, and as soon as she came down, Yangyang immediately came forward to support her.


    The medical team immediately came forward.


    "Ah, I¡¯m fine, you all disperse, I just need to go back to my room to rest."


    With such a crowd swarming towards her, anyone who didn¡¯t know better would think something was wrong with her.


    Yangyang supported Jiang Mian and lowered his voice, "Sister Mianmian, President Su has reserved a private room over there, saying he¡¯s invited everyone from the crew..."


    "Su Yuchuan will understand."


    Yangyang got the message, "Okay, I¡¯ll speak with President Su in a moment."


    Just as the two of them got back to the hotel, Yangyang received a call from Sister Ting.


    "Hello, Sister Ting."


    The phone was on speaker: "Is Jiang Mian there, with you?"


    Jiang Mian took a few sips of water, then took over the phone, "What¡¯s up, Sister Ting?"


    "You and President Su are trending online."


    What now?


    What could she and Su Yuchuan possibly be trending for?


    "The inte is abuzz with people saying that your boyfriend is President Su."


    Excuse me???


    The next second, Jiang Mian¡¯s phone began to vibrate.


    [Su Yuchuan]


    "Remember to plead with your husband for me; I¡¯ll definitely handle the trending issue."


    Su Yuchuan was eating when suddenly faced with this ordeal, on top of hearing that Old Fu wasing to Ping City tonight; he instantly lost his appetite.


    Jiang Mian was taken aback.


    "I¡¯m going to look at the online situation."


    Jiang Mian hung up the phone and opened Weibo, and several new entries appeared¡ª

 Chapter 296: Missing You

    <h4>Chapter 296: Chapter 296: Missing You</h4>


    #Suspected Su Yuchuan is Jiang Mian¡¯s boyfriend#


    #Su Yuchuan visits the set#


    [That animated GIF hit me right in the feels!!]


    [They both were smiling, and since the Su Family and the Lin Family are a good match, didn¡¯t Lin Chen and Su Lixing just get engaged?]


    [It¡¯s very likely, double happiness!!]


    [For real, there were even gifts, a Ruby!!! It¡¯s part of the same set as Jiang Mian¡¯s previous hairpin!!]


    [Today, with Jiang Mian wearing wires for stunts, he even brought Fu¡¯s medical team over, I¡¯m dying!!]


    [Remember thest surprise at the talent show, when Jiang Mian said she liked someone both cute and wild? That¡¯s President Su!!!]


    ...


    Now mostizens think it¡¯s practically confirmed.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s lips curved slightly, no wonder Su Yuchuan was anxious.


    The Fu¡¯s medical team and ear essories were arranged by Fu Sichen.


    Now he¡¯d not only used Fu Sichen¡¯s name but also "stolen" his wife.


    That jealousy at home was indeed brewing.


    While Luo Ting¡¯s call hadn¡¯t ended yet, Jiang Mian was about to say something when a knock sounded from outside.


    Who could it be at this hour...


    Yangyang ran to open the door, and a man in a ck coat, travel-weary, followed by Xu Lai pushing a suitcase, looked somewhat exhausted.


    "Sister Mianmian..."


    Just as Yangyang turned to say something, a figure dashed past her.


    !!!!


    By the time she turned back, Jiang Mian was already clinging tightly to Fu Sichen: "How did you get here!"


    Fu Sichen, holding Jiang Mian, stepped inside, his deep ck eyes held a light smile: "I missed you."


    Xu Lai, with a suppressed grin, pushed the suitcase inside.


    "About the stuff online..."


    Before Jiang Mian could finish, she heard Fu Sichen¡¯s deep voice: "I know."


    Su Yuchuan had already posted almost 99+ exnatory messages.


    It was like he had written an 800-word essay, thoroughly repeating the whole process from meeting to Jiang Mian filming.


    Luo Ting, reluctant to disturb the couple¡¯s date, hung up the call.


    Yangyang, watching thements online, couldn¡¯t help butugh.


    "Hm? What¡¯s so funny?"


    Realizing her slip, Yangyang immediately handed her tablet to Jiang Mian: "Sister Mianmian, look what President Su posted."


    Su Yuchuan v: [You can take your snapshots! But stop spreading rumors!!! Jiang Xiaomian is my sister!!! A sister I watched grow up! Don¡¯t talk nonsense!! Her boyfriend is very handsome! Treats her very well! I¡¯m not worthy!!! The gift box was just me delivering it! Spread rumors again!! Beware of thewyer¡¯s letter!!!]


    [You can tell President Su is really angry!]


    [I believe you, so many exmation marks haha]


    [This is serious, I shouldn¡¯t beughing haha]


    [Even President Su says he isn¡¯t worthy, how impressive must Jiang Mian¡¯s boyfriend be]


    [Considering Jiang Mian¡¯s status, not many men could match her, probably talking about looks, but money-wise I¡¯m with President Su!]


    ...


    Jiang Mian let Fu Sichen put her down, she took out the ear essories and put them on, along with the previous hairpin, and immediately started a live stream.


    Yangyang: Sister!!! What are you doing!!


    Luo Ting: Ancestor! A little heads-up on your actions would be nice!! This PR move is too hasty.


    Netizens hearing the news flocked into Jiang Mian¡¯s live stream.


    It was her first time hosting such a stream on her own, somewhat unfamiliar with the process, and she felt dizzy looking at the pop-ups on her phone.


    "Slow down on thements, I just started a spontaneous live stream to clear up some stuff online."


    The pop-ups on Jiang Mian¡¯s phone were turned off, and Yangyang handed her another phone where she could see the real-timements.

 Chapter 297: My Man

    <h4>Chapter 297: Chapter 297: My Man</h4>


    Jiang Mian ran her fingers through her hair in front of the camera, revealing her ears and smiling with her red lips slightly raised, "First of all, take a look at this, it¡¯s the thing that was exposed online. Let me rify, it wasn¡¯t from President Su; he was just running an errand for my man."


    Fu Sichen¡¯s eyes were teasingly lifted, and a hint of a smile lingered on his lips as he watched the somewhat proud woman.


    Her tone sounded more like she was dering her territory.


    Yangyang and Xu Lai stood by, their faces bursting withughter, trying hard not to let themselvesugh out loud.


    What¡¯s going on,ing over every day to exercise our cheek muscles.


    [Ahhh my man!!]


    [Girl, you¡¯ve been glowing recently, you¡¯re in the honeymoon phase!!]


    [I¡¯m so jealous!! Which man is it? Step out and let¡¯s duel!!]


    Jiang Mian nced at the barrage and continued to speak towards the camera, "Also, everyone, don¡¯t cause any trouble for President Su. He¡¯s the investor for this drama, and I only found out after joining the cast."


    "He¡¯s watched me grow up with his cousin since we were little, who is now my sister-inw. We¡¯re all family, so I don¡¯t want to see any messyments, they will be deleted."


    "And finally, I hope the resellers take note of their behavior, thank you!"


    As Jiang Mian looked up, ready to end the live stream, morements started flooding in.


    [Don¡¯t leave, don¡¯t leave!!!]


    [Gingers are here, let¡¯s chat for a bit, Jiang Xiaomian!!]


    [Jiang Mian!! Look at us!!!]


    Jiang Mian paused and nced at the time, then lifted her eyes to look at the man sitting on the other end of the sofa.


    Fu Sichen nodded, signaling it was okay for her to continue. Jiang Mian turned to her phone, "Then let¡¯s chat for a little bit longer."


    Jiang Mian looked down at the screen, reading the barrage of questions aloud, "How did you meet your boyfriend?"


    At the mention of this, her lips curved gently, and her mind seemed to wander, "Met in a crowd, love at first sight??"


    Even Yangyang was curious about Sister Mianmian and President Fu¡¯s initial story, so he pulled up a chair and sat down to listen.


    How joyful it is to be openly spoiled by the one I¡¯ve been shipping right in front of me.


    Jiang Mian hesitated for a moment, "Our story is a bit different; you could say we¡¯ve known each other since we were kids, but we reconnectedter on in a crowd."


    [OMG!! That¡¯s so sweet!!!]


    [What fate! To know each other since childhood, wow]


    [Are they really nobody famous, I¡¯ve racked my brain and still can¡¯t figure out who it could be]


    [Jiang Xiaomian, you¡¯ve kept it hidden so well, I must say]


    ...


    Jiang Mian swallowed, feeling a bit thirsty.


    Just as she was about to turn around to get some water, the man¡¯s hand had already appeared in the frame.


    "Drink water."


    As soon as his voice faded, Fu Sichen returned to his original seat on the sofa.


    [Man!!!]


    [Oh my!! Her man is in the filming crew apanying Jiang Xiaomian!!]


    [Where, where? I really want to go and watch]


    [That voice, that hand, I¡¯m gone...]


    [I¡¯m very satisfied with this son-inw. I¡¯ve revived my orthopedic career, imagining that face]


    Jiang Mian curved her lips and took a sip of water¡ªit was surprisingly sweet.


    "It¡¯s him, just arrived not long ago."


    She lifted her eyes to check the time, "It¡¯ste already, I¡¯m going to log off now. Let¡¯s chat another time, okay?"


    After turning off the live stream, Jiang Mian ran and sat on Fu Sichen¡¯sp, "What if we¡¯re discovered?"


    "Mrs. Fu, am I so shameful?" he teased.


    Jiang Mian pretended to think, "Let me consider..."


    The man¡¯s voice deepened, tinged with danger, his Adam¡¯s apple moving slightly, "Jiang Mian..."


    "Alright, alright, I¡¯m hungry now..."


    Fu Sichen checked the time, "I¡¯ve ordered food to be sent up, it should be arriving."


    Xu Lai and Yangyang couldn¡¯t stand to watch this couple¡¯s sweet disy, so they very consciously excused themselves.

 Chapter 298: Earthquake

    <h4>Chapter 298: Chapter 298: Earthquake</h4>


    Yangyang still needs to discuss the current situation with Sister Ting, and Xu Lai¡¯s heart inexplicably lifted.


    Tomorrow morning, who knows how many paparazzi will squat here.


    Perhaps even tonight there will be some.


    Leavingter will be a headache.


    This issue will need to be discussed with Director Ming to see if the crew has a back door or a safe passage.


    *


    In the room


    Fu Sichen was applying medicine to Jiang Mian¡¯s hand with lowered eyes.


    "Hiss¡ª"


    "It hurts!!"


    Fu Sichen blew gently, "This will make it better. Next time your gun-handling technique improves, it should hurt less. I¡¯ve prepared some patches for you to stick on the palm of your hand; they won¡¯t be noticeable and will prevent further abrasion."


    Jiang Mian¡¯s skin was delicate, and the sight of her abrasions, red and swollen, was particrly heart-wrenching.


    Fu Sichen¡¯s phone rang, and he answered it, his expression slightly heavy and his tone subdued, "Yes, I know. Have the tech department prepare a Level Two Contingency n. I¡¯ll head back immediately."


    "What happened?"


    "It¡¯s something at thepany. I need to go back."


    Jiang Mian nodded, then lifted her head to kiss Fu Sichen¡¯s thin lips, "Wait for me to finish shooting."


    Normally, Fu Sichen wouldn¡¯t personally handle matters unless they were serious; it seemed this time there was indeed major trouble.


    "Mm."


    Fu Sichen stroked Jiang Mian¡¯s hair, "Call me if you need anything."


    Jiang Mian stood up and embraced Fu Sichen, "Okay."


    Xu Lai was still outside the door, anxious about how to deal with tomorrow¡¯s departure, when the door opened.


    "Back to North City."


    !!!!


    Just as Xu Lai was about to say something, his phone vibrated continuously and he immediately understood, "Alright, President Fu."


    In the end, Fu Sichen returned using Su Yuchuan¡¯s private jet.


    He left just before an influx of paparazzi arrived.


    In the following week, paparazzi frequently gathered around the crew. Sometimes while filming, Jiang Mian would look up and see someone perched on a nearby tree with a camera.


    They were all so desperate.


    Su Yuchuan had left just two days ago, and the paparazzi utterly failed to capture anything substantial.


    Privately, there were rumors about possibly mixing in with the crew.


    Since the crew¡¯s only exit was known, they could track everyoneing and going.


    Thus, there was only one conclusion: Jiang Mian¡¯s boyfriend was still around.


    Eventually, Jiang Mian couldn¡¯t stand it and specially posted on Weibo.


    Jiang Mian V: [Everyone stop squatting out here. My man left very early. Staying further will dy you and our work process.]


    [HAHAHAHA, perseverance.]


    [It has been a week and not a single photo has leaked online.]


    [That photo of the fireworks kiss is already getting ridiculed online.]


    Despite everything, the paparazzi were stubborn, thinking it was a diversion. After another week, they gradually all left.


    The crew¡¯s schedule then returned to normal.


    On thest day of shooting in May, Jiang Mian¡¯s scene once again involved using a gun.


    Compared to previous times, she was now very skilled.


    "Cut!"


    "Good, very well. You cane down from the third floor."


    Jiang Mian breathed a sigh of relief, about to step forward when the ground slightly trembled.


    Everyone¡¯s expressions changed.


    Jiang Mian immediately ran towards the downstairs as the shaking grew stronger.


    Panic arose in the crowd, "Quick! Run to an open area!"


    Luo Ting and Yangyang were anxiously watching downstairs, "Sister Mianmian!"


    Boom!!


    In an instant, the building copsed.


    Dust rose in the air, making it hard for people to keep their eyes open.


    Ping City is geologically located on a highly active seismic zone, and the shooting location was in an old, unstable building, causing it to copse immediately.

 Chapter 299: Afraid

    <h4>Chapter 299: Chapter 299: Afraid</h4>


    "Jiang Mian!"


    "Sister Mianmian!"


    Luo Ting and Yangyang wanted to step forward, but a few rational people pulled them back, "It¡¯s too dangerous here, we have to get out first."


    The expressions on the faces of those present turned somewhat pale.


    Everyone else was outside, except for Jiang Mian and another male actor who hadn¡¯te out yet.


    "Jiang Mian is still inside!"


    "We have already contacted the rescue team, but before they arrive, please everyone remain calm and assure your own safety; otherwise, we won¡¯t have the capacity to save others."


    *


    "President Fu."


    Xu Lai hurriedly knocked and entered the conference room, as nces shifted towards him.


    Fu Sichen looked up.


    Xu Lai immediately stepped forward and whispered in Fu Sichen¡¯s ear, the man immediately rose to his feet and dropped a line, "Cancel the meeting for now."


    !!!


    "Sorry, we need to cancel today¡¯s meeting. Everyone go back and await further notice."


    After speaking, Xu Lai immediately followed Fu Sichen and ran out.


    The conference room was abuzz withmotion.


    "What¡¯s the matter? Why is President Fu in such a hurry?"


    It was rare for the senior leaders to see President Fu lose hisposure like this, his entire face paled suddenly.


    "Look, a 6.4 magnitude earthquake in Ping City, oh my God!"


    Everyone hastily pulled out their phones and checked the trending topics.


    "How much damage will this cause..."


    "Could President Fu¡¯s urgency be rted to the earthquake?"


    "That¡¯s hard to say, we should disperse and get back to work properly."


    At this time, the Lin Family also received the news.


    "Mom and Dad, don¡¯t worry. Lixing and I will be right there to check."


    Jiang Yutian was especially worried on the phone to the point that tears were about to fall, "What if something happens to Xuanxuan..."


    As Lin Chen and Su Lixing were on their way to the private airport, "Mom, don¡¯t overthink it, nothing will happen. Rest assured, I will bring Xuanxuan back safely."


    Lin Chen also arranged for rescue materials to be sent to Ping City.


    Fu Sichen made one phone call after another on the ne.


    Except for the cold female voice saying "Sorry, the number you dialed is temporarily unreachable..."


    There was nothing.


    Xu Lai also tried contacting Luo Ting and Yangyang, but the calls didn¡¯t go through, nor were messages returned.


    "President Fu... it might be due to poor signal."


    Fu Sichen¡¯s lips tightened, and his handsome face wore a trace of weariness, tinged with gloom.


    "Keep calling."


    Call until they answer.


    On social media, the news about the "Huasheng" film crew spread quickly.


    "[During the earthquake in Ping City, Director Ming Lang¡¯s film ¡¯Huasheng¡¯ was shooting there, and the filming process experienced a building copse, trapping Jiang Mian and another male actor inside]"


    "[No! Please be safe!!!]"


    "My Jiang Xiaomian, I just fell in love with this woman, she can¡¯t die!!"


    "[Please be safe!]"


    "[Please be safe!]"


    Below was a flood of messages wishing for safety.


    After the shaking gradually stabilized, Ming Lang had already contacted the rescue team, and pulled a few men from the crew to search for Jiang Mian.


    Yangyang was muttering frantically, "Sister Mianmian must be safe, must be safe. I¡¯ll spend my life not fawning over good-looking guys, just praying for Sister Mianmian¡¯s safety!"


    Yangyang had pleaded with heaven and earth for safety.


    From a distance came the "roaring" sound of a helicopter, drawing everyone¡¯s attention.


    The helicopter hovered in the sky as its door opened. A figure in a ck coat, with decisive and swift movements jumped down.


    That silhouette...


    "Sister Ting! It¡¯s President Fu!!"


    Yangyang excitedly grabbed Luo Ting¡¯s arm.


    President Fu is here!! Sister Mianmian will definitelye out safe!

 Chapter 300: She is Waiting for Me

    <h4>Chapter 300: Chapter 300: She is Waiting for Me</h4>


    Ming Lang rushed to greet President Fu¡¯s figure and, before he could open his mouth, the man had already grabbed Ming Lang by the cor, his voice low and urgent with a hint of anxiety, "Where¡¯s Jiang Mian?"


    Xu Lai immediately stepped forward to hold back Fu Sichen, "President Fu... President Fu!"


    Fu Sichen slightly regained some reason and let go, "Sorry, where is Jiang Mian?"


    Ming Lang hesitated, his voice bing softer, "She had just finished a scene when the earthquake hit, Teacher Jiang was heading downstairs from the third floor, and now..."


    He didn¡¯t finish the sentence, "We¡¯re already looking for her."


    Fu Sichen¡¯s deep ck eyes stared at the sea of ruins, a hint of redness surfacing in his eyes, "Xu Lai, bring me the detector, have the medical team stand by here."


    "Right away, President Fu!"


    Xu Lai felt a sudden tightness in his heart as he looked at the ruins in front of him.


    The Missus must be blessed by fate and will be unharmed.


    Coincidentally, the rescue team arrived and began to disperse the crowd, "Everyone, please leave the area, to prevent aftershocks, please evacuate to a safe ce."


    "Captain Fu!"


    The leader of the rescue team focused his eyes on the man who was bent over, fiddling with the detector, and his eyes brightened.


    Fu Sichen looked up, "Lin Chuan, do you have enough people? My wife is trapped under the rubble and needs rescue."


    Lin Chuan was taken aback, his expression instantly turned serious, "We have a full team, we will search the entire areaprehensively."


    The crowd quickly dispersed, and a series of detections were conducted in the area.


    The sky gradually darkened, and lights were set up around the area.


    When Lin Chen and Su Lixing arrived, they just ran into a male actor being carried out; he had been hit by a falling wooden frame during the earthquake and had died on the spot.


    "Mianmian!"


    Su Lixing dared not contemte what came next.


    Lin Chen, holding back his emotions,forted Su Lixing and ced her with Yangyang and Luo Ting, then joined Fu Sichen in the search.


    [Thetest report update on the ¡¯Huasheng¡¯ drama crew, it is reported that a male actor has been rescued, unfortunately, he has already lost his life signs, only 27 years old, the whereabouts of Jiang Mian are still unknown]


    [Don¡¯t cry!!!]


    [The actor was so young, rest in peace]


    [Gingers, no news is good news!]


    [It¡¯s said that Jiang Mian¡¯s brother has arrived at the scene, the Lin Family has also provided personnel support, and even the Fu Family¡¯s medical team has been mobilized]


    [Safe and sound, that¡¯s all that matters!]


    ...


    The inte was already in a mess, and Luo Ting simply had no mind for these things, her heart was especially heavy.


    Yangyang was left with nothing but sobs.


    Seconds and minutes ticked by.


    The sky grew darker.


    Lin Chuan stepped forward to hold back Fu Sichen, "Captain Fu, take a break, have some food; your sister-inw would be worried about you too, you need strength."


    Fu Sichen shook off Lin Chuan¡¯s hand, his dark eyes dull but with a faint glimmer, "She¡¯s waiting for me."


    He knew.


    So he had to endeavor to find her.


    "Mianmian..."


    Bits of the copsed structures were moved away piece by piece, the scope of the work growingrger, and Fu Sichen, ording to Luo Ting and Yangyang¡¯s description, sought just around one particr spot.


    Jiang Mian had beening down from the third floor, ensuring her safety, she would most likely be at the triangr corner of the stairwell.


    And near the spot where the male actor had just been rescued.


    He determined a point and knelt down, using the detector and shifting away the copsed rubble above.


    "Jiang Mian!"


    "If you can hear me, give me a sign."


    Seeing this, Lin Chuan said nothing, but stepped forward to help Fu Sichen with the moving.


    From beneath the rubble came a faint sound, "Fu Sichen..."

 Chapter 301: I’m Here

    <h4>Chapter 301: Chapter 301: I¡¯m Here</h4>


    The Life Detector suddenly responded.


    Lin Chuan shouted for several people, "Come over here, there¡¯s a situation!"


    A line of people surged forward, even Su Lixing and Luo Ting stood up, their gazes tightly fixed on that part of the crowd.


    Soon, an entrancerge enough for entry was cleared, Fu Sichen stood up but was quickly grabbed by Lin Chuan, "Captain Fu."


    "If it¡¯s Captain Fu, then let go."


    Fu Sichen had also participated in previous rescue operations and was not unfamiliar with the procedures.


    Behind him, Lin Chen grabbed Lin Chuan, "Let him go."


    At this moment, Jiang Mian wanted nothing more than to see Fu Sichen, and he felt the same.


    Lin Chen instructed Xu Lai to bring up the medical team and to have stretchers ready.


    He also arranged for a helicopter to stand by in a clear space, ready to fly back to North City for treatment at any sign of trouble.


    Anxiety tightened in the hearts of those outside.


    Wearing a safety helmet, Fu Sichen descended into the entrance, his gaze quicklynding on Jiang Mian curled up ahead of him.


    "Jiang Mian."


    "Fu Sichen, I¡¯m here."


    When the earthquake struck, Jiang Mian went down to the second floor and realizing there wasn¡¯t enough time, quickly found a position that could form a solid triangle.


    This building only had three stories, so the copse wouldn¡¯t result in a veryrge pile of debris. As long as she secured her own safety, she just needed to wait for rescue.


    Fu Sichen woulde looking for her.


    Only after verifying that Jiang Mian was not injured, did Fu Sichen breathe a sigh of relief, "Don¡¯t move from there."


    Fu Sichen slowly moved forward, ensuring the copsed materials were stable before reaching out to grab Jiang Mian¡¯s hand.


    The moment they touched, a sh of distress crossed Fu Sichen¡¯s eyes; her hand was really cold.


    "It¡¯s okay now; let¡¯s take our time getting out."


    Jiang Mian, somewhat shocked, followed behind Fu Sichen.


    When they were close to the exit, Fu Sichen gently pushed Jiang Mian up ahead.


    "She¡¯s out, she¡¯s out!"


    A crowd gathered, and Lin Chen reached out to pull his sister up.


    The moment Fu Sichen extended his body to climb out, the ground shook again.


    "It¡¯s an aftershock!"


    "Everyone, be aware of the open spaces!!"


    Cries of rm echoed from the crowd.


    Jiang Mian reached out to pull Fu Sichen, but as the man exerted himself to crawl out, suddenly, debris from above copsed onto his legs.


    "Fu Sichen!"


    He fell to the ground, blood seeping into his dark pants.


    Fu Sichen¡¯s lips turned pale, and he clenched his teeth,forting Jiang Mian, "It¡¯s nothing."


    It¡¯s nothing, my ass!!


    He was still trying to act tough at a time like this.


    Lin Chen and others quickly came forward to remove the debris from his body, and the medical team swiftly transferred Fu Sichen onto a stretcher.


    "Back to North City, the helicopter isn¡¯t far off."


    The group moved hastily, making sure his sister was mostly unscathed, Lin Chen and Su Lixing stayed to handle the aftermath and to coordinate resource assistance.


    Other crew members who were unaware of the situation were still in a daze.


    President Fu¡¯s wife is Jiang Mian???


    Jiang Mian was the daughter of the Lin Group.


    Upon recalling the anxious expressions Jiang Mian and Fu Sichen had for each other...


    Soon everyone also came to the realization.


    Jiang Mian wasn¡¯t just the young mistress of the Lin Group, she was also the curious subject of the entire inte, Mrs. Fu.


    They even began to recall the online exposure of Jiang Mian¡¯s boyfriend.


    That was President Fu.


    With this understanding, everyone breathed a little easier.


    Ming Lang wiped the sweat off his forehead from earlier worries, thinking that if this ancestor really had had any misfortune, the few prominent families in North City would have undoubtedly flipped this ce over.

 Chapter 302: I Love You Too

    <h4>Chapter 302: Chapter 302: I Love You Too</h4>


    ¡ª


    After receiving Jiang Mian¡¯s full body examination report, Luo Ting finally breathed a sigh of relief and then went to address the situation online.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s personal studio v: [Jiang Xiaomian has been rescued and there is no danger to his life at the moment, thank you for your concern.]


    [Whimpering... Tears are reallying out now.]


    [The heart that was hanging in suspense has finally been put down.]


    [So great!! Finally, some good news.]


    [Jiang Xiaomian, take good care of your health, we are waiting for you!]


    "Whimpering, Fu Sichen, you need to wake up. Wake up soon."


    "Damn man, just when I¡¯m about to fall for you, you¡¯re trying to leave!"


    ...


    At this moment, a session of sobbing sounds came from the hospital room.


    Jiang Mian leaned against the hospital bed and watched the man who showed no signs of waking up half an hour after the surgery, and her tears instantly spilled over.


    The doctor had said he should wake up within half an hour.


    Jiang Mian kept watching the clock, yet Fu Sichen showed no signs of awakening.


    She shook Fu Sichen¡¯s hand: "Fu Sichen, if you don¡¯t wake up, don¡¯t expect me to visit your grave every year or keep myself pure for you. I might just find some guy and get married."


    Suddenly, a deep chuckle sounded: "Little ungrateful one."


    !!!!


    "Fu Sichen! You¡¯re awake! I¡¯m going to call the doctor."


    Just as Jiang Mian was about to press the call button, her hand was grabbed by Fu Sichen: "No need, I¡¯m fine."


    He stared at Jiang Mian with a smile: "I heard everything you just said. I¡¯m not going to give you that chance."


    Jiang Mian was about to say something when she heard his next words: "I love you too."


    "..."


    Jiang Mian paused for two seconds and resolutely pressed the bell: "I¡¯m calling the doctor."


    Fu Sichen watched Jiang Mian¡¯s ears slowly turn red, suppressing a smile on the corner of his mouth.


    The doctor came in and examined him for a while: "President Fu¡¯s leg needs good care, otherwise it might develop rheumatism when the weather gets cold. When his wounds are better, he can receive massages."


    "You can also walk aroundter, but you should avoid any intense long-distance running and high-strength training from now on."


    Jiang Mian¡¯s lips tightened slightly as she nced at Fu Sichen.


    Relieved that he was retired, but saddened he might feel regret.


    All those years of sacrifice...


    The doctor said a few more words and then left.


    Fu Sichen waved Jiang Mian over: "What are you spacing out for,e here."


    Jiang Mian reluctantly walked over, pouting slightly.


    Fu Sichen reached out and pulled her into his embrace, gently stroking the girl¡¯s hair: "Before, I was relentless because my life belonged to the nation, but now I belong to you, so don¡¯t feel sad for me."


    "Jiang Mian, for you, I am willing."


    Fu Sichen couldn¡¯t dare think about what would have happened if they hadn¡¯t found Jiang Mian today, or if it had been like that actor¡¯s situation.


    What would he have done afterward? His once bright life would have plunged into darkness.


    As for him...


    He might¡¯ve followed Jiang Mian, or taken her to a ce where only the two of them could be.


    Thankfully.


    They were still together.


    The person he was holding in his arms was the real her.


    The online news about the earthquake was still developing, and Jiang Mian¡¯s thoughts remained focused on herself and Fu Sichen.


    After they had assured their parents and grandfather at home, the elders were slightly relieved.


    Fu Sichen rested here for several days, and Su Lixing and Lin Chen also returned from the disaster area first.


    "Jiang Xiaomian!"


    Su Lixing entered, and the first thing she saw was Jiang Mian lying on the hospital bed.


    "What happened to you!!"


    It was just some scratches on the outside that day, and she could walk and stand; how had she ended up in a hospital bed after just a few days?

 Chapter 303: Hospital Ward Play

    <h4>Chapter 303: Chapter 303: Hospital Ward y</h4>


    Jiang Mian watched as Su Lixing suddenly burst in and couldn¡¯t help but pull up her nket, feeling a sudden warmth all over her body.


    Why so sudden!


    All hustle and bustle.


    "It¡¯s not like that, let me see where you¡¯re hurt."


    Su Lixing caught a glimpse of Jiang Mian¡¯s hospital gown and immediately wanted to tug at her nket.


    "You¡¯re already dressed in a hospital gown."


    Su Lixing sounded anxious; it couldn¡¯t be some kind of aftereffect of the earthquake that only manifested dayster.


    Jiang Mian clutched at her nket, muttering, "Hey, really, I¡¯m fine, don¡¯t pull my nket, it¡¯ll be cold."


    Can¡¯t this missy just settle down for a while.


    Wearing the hospital gown was just...


    It¡¯s a long story.


    The more Jiang Mian acted like this, the more worried and anxious Su Lixing became.


    For sure this woman has something to hide; if there¡¯s no problem, why all this pulling and clutching.


    Afterst night¡¯s ordeal, Jiang Mian hardly had any strength left in her hands, and Su Lixing pulled away the nket in one go.


    During the tussle, Jiang Mian¡¯s hospital gown got somewhat disheveled, with two buttons at the necklineing undone.


    Su Lixing¡¯s gaze swept over for a moment, then promptly turned away and carefully covered Jiang Mian with the nket.


    She shifted her gaze elsewhere, her tone somewhat unnatural, "I didn¡¯t mean to..."


    From what she¡¯d just seen, it suggested that the two had both the mood and energy to leave marks; it seemed they were both recovering well.


    She was worrying over nothing.


    Su Lixing pulled out a chair and sat down, casually sipping water, "A hospital room y, huh? You really know how to have fun."


    Jiang Mian stuffed a few orange slices into Su Lixing¡¯s hand, "Even food can¡¯t shut your mouth."


    Last night was just the sessful lighting of the fire, but it was put out midway.


    Jiang Mian, concerned about Fu Sichen¡¯s health, stopped him directly; in the end, it just resulted in her delicate hands suffering.


    This darn man, even when sick, doesn¡¯t n to let me off.


    Her hands were still trembling with a slight, sour ache.


    There was no y at all.


    "Oh, right, about the stuff online, your fans are camping out under my Weibo. When you have a moment, maybe take a picture and post it on Weibo."


    These few days in the hospital, Jiang Mian, besides reassuring her family, had just left her phone aside.


    She reached for her phone and logged into Weibo, with a deluge of private messages popping up.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s phone stuttered a bit.


    "How can my brand-new phone begging again, it¡¯s really a headache."


    Su Lixing nced up at Jiang Mian, clicking her tongue, "Tsk, tsk, tsk, always showing off your wealth."


    Jiang Mian v: [I¡¯m fine now, thank you to the Gingers and everyone for your concern, praying for Ping City /candle jpg./]


    [Baby!! Seeing you post on Weibo finally put me at ease.]


    [Praying for Ping City¡¯s safety and peace!!]


    [Jiang Xiaomian is truly kind-hearted, even while sick she¡¯s still donating and providing aid.]


    [Beautiful and kind-hearted, with such righteous values¡ªwhere else can you find someone like this!]


    ...


    After the earthquake, the crew of "Huasheng" took a collective break for a while.


    Ming Lang was also quite shaken up; thankfully, all the shooting at this location wasplete, it¡¯s just a pity that this scene could now only be seen in the movie.


    And their movie would serve as thest record of this ce.


    To ensure that Fu Sichen and Jiang Mian could properly recuperate, Fu Jingcun had people clean up Fu¡¯s Vi for them to stay and recuperate in peace.


    When Xu Lai, Luo Ting, and Yangyang brought the two over, they were shocked beyond belief.


    This ce,pared to a scenic area¡ªwhat¡¯s the difference? It takes twenty minutes to drive around it.


    There are mountains and water, even an underground wine cer, and the spray from the central fountain under the light, shimmering with the waves, looks exceptionally beautiful.


    Just how much wealth does the Fu Family actually have...


    The Novel will be updated first on this website. Come back and


    continue reading tomorrow, everyone!

 Chapter 304: Promised a Year Ago

    <h4>Chapter 304: Chapter 304: Promised a Year Ago</h4>


    Jiang Mian directly let the three of them take a small car and stroll around inside.


    There were special personnel responsible for cleaning and such.


    After tidying up, Jiang Mian found a lounge chair to lie down on, her fair long legs shimmering under the shade of the trees, drawing beautiful lines.


    Ping City was rebuilding after the disaster, and as Jiang Mian looked at the news online, there finally seemed to be some good things happening.


    "Mianmian¡¯s rescuer that day was so handsome! What a great physique!! {Photo}"


    Jiang Mian was browsing her secondary ount on the forum and saw this trending microblog post.


    She clicked on the photo, the man¡¯s silhouette as he ventured into the ruins was bathed in shadow, undeterred.


    "Holy crap! Really handsome! Just the silhouette alone is so unbeatable."


    "Just for him saving our Mianmian, this man now has an exceptionally grand image in my mind."


    "He¡¯s really handsome, I heard he got injured in the aftershockster."


    ...


    The forum was originally full of fans swooning, but suddenly, some inexplicable trolls began flooding in.


    "He risked his life, Jiang Mian should be responsible for him for a lifetime."


    "He got injured, she definitely has to take responsibility. The youngdy¡¯s life is so valuable."


    "A drop of water shall be returned with a spring, then for this life-saving grace, in ancient times, one had to offer themselves in marriage."


    The forum¡¯s moderator immediately started blocking these trolls, but suddenly arge number of people joined, seemingly prepared.


    Because of this matter, it even made the trending searches.


    Jiang Mian switched to her main ount to reply to that "offering oneself in marriage"ment.


    Jiang Mian v: "I promised him a year ago."


    What the hell?!


    A minuteter, Xu Lai drove up rapidly to where Jiang Mian was.


    Luo Ting got out of the car cursing and swearing, "Ancestor, I just went through that too and need to recuperate; your constant startling is going to scare me to death."


    Jiang Mian looked innocently around, "Sister Ting, you¡¯re the one who¡¯s startling everyone here."


    Luo Ting: "..."


    What a handful this ancestor is.


    Jiang Mian casually sipped some honey water, "My husband saved me, it¡¯s right that I offered myself in marriage."


    What kind of logic is that?


    That¡¯s mixing up two different things; Jiang Mian almost got tangled in it.


    "Sister Ting, actually, the reviews online are quite good."


    Jiang Mian lifted her fair, bright face, a somewhat haughty tone in her voice, "I told you, those trolls just can¡¯t stand it..."


    "Sister Mianmian..."


    Yangyang hesitated, her voice bing soft, "Most of thements are praising your boyfriend, President Fu."


    Jiang Mian¡¯s smile stiffened as she switched on her phone and scrolled through.


    "So this is Jiang Mian¡¯s boyfriend!!"


    "How can her boyfriend be both cute and fierce; even though it¡¯s just a silhouette, how can it feelpletely different?"


    "Jiang Xiaomian is so lucky, her boyfriend can change types, solving everything in one go."


    "Am I the only one who finds this silhouette so familiar..."


    Jiang Mian saw thisment, but it was lost among many others.


    Now, how areizens acting like detectives?


    Yangyang sneakily dived into the Chen Mian couple¡¯s forum, almost shouting in excitement.


    They¡¯ve dropped new content!!!


    Twinkling stars: "Under the bright light, reflections in pairs {Photo}"


    Yangyang couldn¡¯t hold back anymore, "Oh my god!!"


    Both Jiang Mian and Luo Ting looked over, "What¡¯s up?"


    Yangyang, somewhat hesitant, clutching her phone, "It¡¯s nothing, just saw something rather..."


    She racked her brains but couldn¡¯t think of how to exin.


    "Okay, I¡¯ll be honest, Sister Mianmian, there¡¯s new content about you and President Fu in your forum, specifically, Miss Su has outdone herself again."

 Chapter 305: Fu Sichen, play with me~

    <h4>Chapter 305: Chapter 305: Fu Sichen, y with me~</h4>


    Jiang Mian took Yangyang¡¯s smartphone, this photo...


    Her fair cheeks quickly flushed a shade of red.


    Su Lixing really needs to work on his thoughts; they¡¯re bing more and more deviant.


    The picture showed a wolf in a patient¡¯s gown and a sly fox, the gown casually draped over its body.


    The wolf¡¯s eyes were drawn particrly expressively, its deep and dark pupils suffused with a dangerous aura, intently staring at the fox below.


    Jiang Mian, looking at the photo, had the scene from that night already ying in her mind.


    Oh my, I¡¯ve sinned.


    She cleared her throat softly and handed the phone back to Yangyang, "Send me a copy of the photo."


    Huh??


    Yangyang immediately understood, saving and sending it in one smooth action.


    Xu Lai, standing to one side, snuck a peek and his face instantly turned red.


    Not suitable for children, definitely not suitable.


    He simply couldn¡¯t fathom that image in his head.


    Suddenly, the phone started vibrating non-stop as a call came in.


    Xu Lai saw the caller ID read "President Fu" and his face couldn¡¯t help but turn red.


    That picture is too much!!!


    Xu Lai took the call and quickly moved away from this den of trouble.


    Jiang Xiaomian: [Su Lixing! Pull yourself together!!! This is going to kill me!!!]


    If Fu Sichen saw these things, there would definitely be trouble.


    This man might even print them out and hang them on the wall, then torment himself with them while admiringte into the night.


    Susu Big Baby: [An artist¡¯s inspiration, want me to give you this ount?]


    Jiang Xiaomian: [What¡¯s the use for me?]


    Susu Big Baby: [Your drawing is not bad either, create your own pictures and bless the fans.]


    Jiang Mian: Am I crazy??


    She pondered for a moment before sending a line of text.


    Jiang Xiaomian: [Makes sense, thank you, I¡¯ll take overter.]


    It¡¯s safer to keep the ount with her first; whether or not to feed the fanster is another issue.


    Better safe than sorry.


    *


    Main building, second floor.


    Xu Lai hurriedly came to ask Fu Sichen to sort out some documents.


    Many files hadn¡¯t been approved due to the days he spent in the hospital, leading to all sorts of spection within thepany.


    After all, it was President Fu and Xu Lai who had both vanished, and although Xu Lai asionally came to the office, he left quickly, which inevitably led to gossip.


    Fu Sichen sat in front of theputer, his expression unruffled as he conducted a high-level meeting, his deep ck eyes still cool and detached.


    Especially since he had been away, everyone had be a lot more rxed.


    Meetings that should have happened at the start of the month were now pushed to today.


    Apart from the man¡¯s asional deep voice and the sound of papers turning, the study was eerily quiet.


    The heads of departments on theputer screen kept their heads very low.


    President Fu¡¯s presence was overwhelmingly oppressive.


    "Knock, knock, knock."


    Suddenly, there was a knock on the study door.


    The next second, Jiang Mian peeked in, her voice soft and coaxing, "Fu Sichen,e y with me."


    It¡¯s too boring here, this ce is so huge, and Sister Ting and Yangyang have been busy with these matters these past few days, leaving a lot behind at the studio.


    Now they¡¯ve rushed back to continue dealing with their work.


    Each executive looked up in unison; they heard something.


    Mrs. Fu was being coy, and even called President Fu by his full name.


    Fu Sichen nced at the screen, his voice calm and without much inflection, "That will be all for today¡¯s meeting. Everyone go improve your department proposals; if I don¡¯t see new ones by next Monday, you can say goodbye to your bonuses."


    As soon as the words fell, Fu Sichen ended the video conference.


    "Mrs. Fu, I¡¯m a patient, my legs are not so good."


    Jiang Mian, with a smile in her eyes, stepped forward and pushed Fu Sichen¡¯s wheelchair, "Mr. Fu, hello, I am your most caring Xiao Jiang. I will be providing you service from now on, remember to leave a five-star review."


    Fu Sichen¡¯s lips curved in an almost imperceptible smile.


    Actor Jiang got into character quite quickly.


    "It¡¯s time for Mrs. Fu to go back to acting."


    At home, there was simply no suppressing her craving for drama.

 Chapter 306: Registering an Alternate Account

    <h4>Chapter 306: Chapter 306: Registering an Alternate ount</h4>


    "Madam, Miss Su from downstairs hase to see you."


    !!!!


    Jiang Mian let go of Fu Sichen¡¯s wheelchair in a sh,


    "Ah? Su Lixing?"


    The butler nodded respectfully and politely,


    "Yes, she said you might be bored here, so she especially came to visit you."


    The Fu Mansion wasn¡¯t often visited, and this was her first time here since she got married.


    At this moment, Jiang Mian could practically hear the calctions Su Lixing was making in her head.


    "President Fu, please continue with your meeting; I won¡¯t disturb you."


    Jiang Mian gently closed the door of the study; a faint scent that was hard to detect wafted through the air, carrying her fragrance. It was very pleasant.


    Fu Sichen moved his own wheelchair over to the desk.


    "President Fu, there¡¯s something I still need to discuss with you."


    If it weren¡¯t for the butler mentioning Miss Su, Xu Lai would have almost forgotten this matter.


    Hm?


    Xu Lai proactively opened the tablet, tapped on it a few times, and ced it in front of Fu Sichen,


    "President Fu, this is the ¡¯super topic¡¯ for you and Madam¡¯s couple page, take a look..."


    Fu Sichen¡¯s gaze fell on the top-rated photo.


    A fleeting smile shed in his deep, dark eyes; he held down on the image to save it.


    Wait a second!!


    This tablet isn¡¯t a personal one, President Fu.


    Before Xu Lai could even react, Fu Sichen had already taken out his own phone.


    "Register a new ount for me with my other mobile number."


    ???


    Xu Lai: I feel like something explosive is about to happen.


    Three minutester, a brand-new Weibo ount appeared in front of Fu Sichen.


    "President Fu, it¡¯s ready. You can set the username and profile picture yourself."


    Fu Sichen looked down and changed the username to¡ª


    [X2]


    Then, he went to his album to choose the picture of the fireworks kiss as his profile photo.


    His first move was to follow Jiang Mian and the Chen Mian couple.


    "Xu Lai, when you have time, ask the PR department about ways to quickly gain followers for a super topic like this."


    ?!!!


    Xu Lai even doubted if his ears were clean.


    What did he just hear.


    Gaining followers for a super topic?!


    And it¡¯s a couple fan super topic.


    President Fu is truly in love!!


    Xu Lai: "President Fu, I have some rough ideas. It¡¯s about generating more data, and there also needs to be people who specialize in creating content, like writing fanfiction, editing videos or making graphics, or even spreading certain pieces of juicy exclusive news."


    Fu Sichen¡¯s gaze remained fixed on the photo in front of him, his voice spilling out with an "Mm."


    ¡ª


    A week into her recovery, Jiang Mian took the initiative to send a private message to Ming Lang.


    Ming Lang: [Are you sure you don¡¯t want to rest a bit more? It¡¯s only been a week. Healing tendons and bones takes 100 days, slow down.]


    Jiang Xiaomian: [???Director Ming, maybe you should get checked.]


    Ming Lang: [You little girl, your mouth is really sharp.]


    Under Jiang Mian¡¯s "poisonous" influence, Ming Lang confirmed that the production team would fly to Lu City to continue filming.


    The schedule for "Huasheng" had been nearly halved before; now, one third of the intense schedule that was supposed to end in less than half a month had been dragged out to a month.


    "We¡¯ve been filming for three consecutive days¡ªlet¡¯s take a break tomorrow, have a day off, everyone rx."


    Jiang Mian: "???"


    There hadn¡¯t been a day off in the previous three weeks.


    "How are you feeling? You have to go into the water today. We could use a double or not¡ªif not, I¡¯ll warm the water for you."


    Jiang Mian: "..."


    "It¡¯s okay, take a rest if you¡¯re tired; we¡¯re not in a hurry."


    Jiang Mian: "Director Ming, don¡¯t ask me, I¡¯m scared..."


    If he kept asking, #Huasheng Star Diva# would definitely trend on the hot search.

 Chapter 307: Adults Look Forward to June 9th

    <h4>Chapter 307: Chapter 307: Adults Look Forward to June 9th</h4>


    "Let me go, I¡¯m fine. You might as well worry about which male actor to find for the reshoots instead."


    The spot of the male actor who perished in the earthquake was suddenly vacant, and although this was a major film production, everyone had their reservations.


    After all, someone had just died, some people might find it to be a bad omen.


    Of course, there were also fears of affecting one¡¯s public appeal with usations of profiting from others¡¯ misfortune.


    Quite a few actors were itching to step in, but they were all still in a wait-and-see stance.


    At the mention of this, a proud expression suddenly appeared on Ming Lang¡¯s face, "Of course we found someone, this is the time to rely on connections."


    As soon as he finished speaking, a familiar voice suddenly came from a distance, "Director Ming, Sister Jiang Mian!"


    Jiang Mian knew without looking who was causing such amotion.


    Wei Zhouchen rushed in with the script in hand.


    Ming Lang patted him on the shoulder, sized him up, and showed a satisfied smile, "You look pretty spirited, you¡¯re going to be the busiest person next."


    Wei Zhouchen¡¯s previous scenes all had to be reshot, and as for the settings, they would be shot against a green screen, then rece the previous footage, a real test of acting skill.


    "It¡¯s all good with Director Ming and Sister Mianmian around."


    Wei Zhouchen didn¡¯t mind at all, the moment Director Ming contacted him, he agreed without a second thought.


    He evenined that if it weren¡¯t for his schedule conflict, maybe the role would have been his in the first ce.


    After Wei Zhouchen joined the crew, the shooting of "Huasheng" expedited a lot under Jiang Mian¡¯s urging.


    Susu Big Baby: [Woman, your birthday ising, my wallet is going to be empty again /hand on cheek.jpg./]


    Jiang Mian was about to wrap up herst few scenes and she nced at the calendar.


    It was already the 6th of June.


    She¡¯d been so busy filming that she¡¯dpletely lost track of time.


    Jiang Xiaomian: [Damn!! I missed Children¡¯s Day again!!]


    She hadn¡¯t asked her dad, mom, brother, and husband for gifts.


    Filming had made her miss the chance for treasures, wuwu.


    Susu Big Baby: [Only kids celebrate Children¡¯s Day. Adults should look forward to June 9th.]


    Jiang Mian puzzled for two seconds, then murmured to herself.


    "..."


    Little naughty!!!


    Jiang Xiaomian: [Then I¡¯ll just wish you and my brother a very happy "adults¡¯ day" in advance!!]


    Susu Big Baby: [You¡¯re just wanting to send me off, say it directly.]


    Susu Big Baby: [Hope you make good use of the ount I gave you, I¡¯m gonna eat now!! Hungry hungry!!]


    Jiang Mian: "...you won¡¯t burst from overeating."


    No, this won¡¯t do!!


    Jiang Mian, looking at the Children¡¯s Day on her phone, decided she couldn¡¯t just let it pass by; she wanted to go out and have fun!!


    "Hey, Yangyang, I don¡¯t have any scenes this afternoon, do I?"


    Yangyang nodded, "Yeah, we¡¯ve been shooting Teacher Wei¡¯s partstely, so you¡¯ve been forced by him and the Director to stay here."


    Forced nothing, she was going out to have fun.


    Jiang Mian put down the script in her hand, picked up her phone, and very naturally put on her mask and hat, "Let¡¯s go, we¡¯re going out to have fun."


    !!!!!!


    Yangyang: "For real?!!"


    Jiang Mian pulled Yangyang along, "Of course it¡¯s for real! Making up for Children¡¯s Day."


    They slipped away, and by the time Ming Lang and Wei Zhouchen came looking for them, there was only a message left on WeChat.


    Jiang Xiaomian: [Out to celebrate Children¡¯s Day, do not disturb]


    Ming Lang: It¡¯s the 5th of June today!!!


    Are you trying to turn back time?!!!


    "Director Ming, Director Ming, Sister Mianmian doesn¡¯t have any scenes this afternoon. Usually, her presence is just for resting, lying down, and casually chatting with us."


    Ming Lang: "..."


    Gone mad too early.


    Now my face hurts.

 Chapter 308: I’ll Help You

    <h4>Chapter 308: Chapter 308: I¡¯ll Help You</h4>


    Lu City Film and Television Base had lots of fun things outside, and Jiang Mian¡¯s gaze was quickly drawn to the balloon shooting game nearby.


    "Little girl, want to y? Ten bullets per round."


    Jiang Mian weighed the gun in her hand and felt that it was a bit harder to control than the ones used in shooting scenes.


    Because of filming the movie "Huasheng," she had learned shooting for a good long while.


    Now...


    "Bang!"


    All of a sudden, there was a loud explosion, and Jiang Mian¡¯s moist, beautiful eyes took on a fierce look.


    "Wow!! Sister Mianmian!"


    Yangyang stood by, his eyes practically sparkling, thinking this woman was kind of cool.


    Jiang Mian casually took off her mask, finding it a bit troublesome.


    Then the second shot...


    the third...


    all the way to the tenth.


    The air was exceptionally quiet, with only the asional sound of bullets whizzing through.


    Jiang Mian/Yangyang/Owner: "..."


    This was a bit awkward.


    Jiang Mian cleared her throat lightly, "Another ten bullets."


    She didn¡¯t believe it; otherwise, what would make up for these ¡¯wounds¡¯?


    The owner loaded another ten bullets for Jiang Mian, and a minuteter, the air was still deathly silent.


    ...


    "Sister Mianmian, let¡¯s y something else."


    If this continued, Yangyang felt that Sister Mianmian might demolish the ce.


    Her luck really must have been horrid when she left the house today.


    "Owner, another ten bullets."


    "Another ten bullets..."


    "No, continue!"


    ...


    Yangyang noted the sky was getting darker; it seemed like it might rain.


    "Sister Mianmian, it¡¯s going to rain soon; we should head back, we didn¡¯t even bring umbres."


    Yangyang could already sense Sister Mianmian¡¯s mood was as stormy as the weather, on the verge of exploding.


    Out of sympathy, the owner handed a panda doll to Jiang Mian, "Here, little girl, take this. I¡¯m giving it to you. It¡¯s going to rain, and, well, I need to pack up and head back."


    Jiang Mian didn¡¯t ept the doll, "Owner, I¡¯lle back in a few days."


    She didn¡¯t believe it; she was definitely going to practice shooting when she got back.


    Jiang Xiaomian: [Wuwuwu, my Children¡¯s Day isn¡¯t happy...]


    Fu Sichen had just finished a meeting and chuckled as he looked at his phone screen.


    Brother: [What¡¯s not happy?]


    Jiang Xiaomian: [I only hit one balloon, and I¡¯ve been ying all afternoon!!!!!]


    Even through the phone screen, Fu Sichen could imagine the girl¡¯s slightly indignant and aggrieved expression.


    Brother: [I¡¯ll help you]


    Fu Sichen finished his message, "Xu Lai."


    Xu Lai, who was standing nearby, put away his phone, "President Fu, what is it?"


    "What¡¯s so funny?"


    Xu Lai suppressed the smile on his lips and carefully replied, "My wife went to shoot balloons this afternoon and, apart from the first hit, she missed for over an hour."


    "Netizens have dubbed her the indestructible cockroach, showcasing her persistent resilience."


    Fu Sichen opened Weibo and clicked on the trending topic #JiangMianShooting#.


    [Jiang Mian¡¯s shooting is really funny, cool yet hriously awkward {Video}]


    [Hahahaha, really funny]


    [The first few seconds were so cool, the rest was hrious]


    [Jiang Xiaomian let me know that someone can actually act out looking cool with a gun]


    [Hahahaha, "Huasheng" has a lot of gunfights, Director Ming must be crying silently]


    ...


    "Xu Lai, cancel all of tomorrow¡¯s schedule. We¡¯re going to Lu City."


    Xu Lai nodded, secretly relieved on behalf of everyone, as the next day¡¯s meetings could be taken a bit lighter.


    "Okay, President Fu."

 Chapter 309: Big Brother Has Your Back

    <h4>Chapter 309: Chapter 309: Big Brother Has Your Back</h4>


    *


    Jiang Mian had not expected that, upon her return to the film crew¡¯s hotel, she would be greeted by Wei Zhouchen¡¯s mercilessughter¡ª


    "Hahahahaha, Sister Mianmian, what¡¯s with your luck!"


    "I¡¯m telling you, Director Ming saw this and said you should go back and take several more shooting lessons."


    "Look at your glorious and handsome back in the first shot; I was looking forward to your performance after that, but I didn¡¯t expect hahahaha."


    Jiang Mian: "..."


    This person is annoying me!!!


    "No, but how did you know I went shooting?"


    And he even knew I hit the target with the first shot and was aware of the unlucky luck that followed.


    Yangyang silently raised his phone: "Sister Mianmian, you¡¯re trending."


    ?!!!


    She had scouted the area, and there weren¡¯t many people around.


    And this got filmed?!


    Which tree did this paparazzi climb this time?


    Jiang Mian casually scrolled through thements.


    Oneughter was louder than the next.


    It¡¯s just some balloons I didn¡¯t shoot...


    "Jiang Mian is really too funny!!"


    "Hahahahaha, my mood went up and down and then gradually calmed, and by the end, the video waspletely on mute."


    "Boss: Business is great today!!!"


    "Mainly because the boss¡¯s final gift was heartbreaking hahahaha."


    Jiang Mian replied to a randomment online¡ª


    Jiang Xiaomianv: [Stopughing, your drool is going tond on my face]


    To her surprise, thisment made theughter in the replies even more boisterous.


    Jiang Mian: The secr noise has nothing to do with me.


    She turned her head immediately to tattle¡ª


    Jiang Xiaomian: [Sob sob sob, being mocked]


    Jiang Xiaomian: [They¡¯re allughing at me sob sob sob, I¡¯m really so mad!!!]


    Brother: [Brother has your back]


    Jiang Xiaomian: [Yeah, yeah!]


    "Jiang Mian! What kind of nonsense are you posting again?"


    Luo Ting had already gotten used to the ancestors suddenly popping up with one surprise after another.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s eyes curved, and she smirked cunningly: "There¡¯s more nonsense."


    Five secondster, Luo Ting¡¯s voice came from the phone: "Ancestor, this is Weibo!"


    Jiang Mianv: [My brother said he has my back/smug pg./{screenshot}]


    The screenshot was the chat record with Fu Sichen just now, only she had cropped out the avatars.


    [As everyone knows, this brother is not any ordinary brother]


    [President Lin: Misced]


    [Oh boy! Can¡¯t take it, why have you started showing off your love]


    [This man saved your life, I can only bear it]


    ...


    *


    The next day, Jiang Mian officially finished filming.


    "Teacher Jiang, congrattions on wrapping up the shoot!!"


    "Teacher Jiang, congrattions!"


    Jiang Mian epted everyone¡¯s flowers and blessings one by one: "Thank you, thank you!"


    "Jiang Mian, your lovey-dovey brother hase to support you!"


    Ming Lang, catching a glimpse of a figure in the corner of his eye, shouted into a megaphone toward Jiang Mian.


    All eyes turned toward the entrance not far away.


    Fu Sichen was dressed casually today, his brows and eyeszy and weary, adding a hint of softness.


    What lovey-dovey brother.


    In front of so many people, Jiang Mian¡¯s face started to feel a little hot.


    She looked up, got up, and hugged the man, nuzzling into his embrace: "Why did youe today?"


    Fu Sichen¡¯s throat overflowed withughter; he reached out to rub Jiang Mian¡¯s fine hair: "I¡¯m here to support you."


    "Fuck!!"


    "What¡¯s going on?"


    Wei Zhouchen had just changed clothes and came out, hearing that Jiang Mian¡¯s lovey-dovey brother had arrived, he certainly wanted to join in the fun.


    He wanted to see what kind of man had fallen for their Sister Mianmian to this extent.


    And then...


    Sister Mianmian was holding on to President Fu.


    What a bizarre scenario.

 Chapter 310: Going to Pop Balloons

    <h4>Chapter 310: Chapter 310: Going to Pop Balloons</h4>


    Wei Zhouchen blinked his eyes, "Is... is this your beloved brother?"


    He couldn¡¯t help but speak up to confirm.


    Jiang Mian curved her lips into a smile, took the initiative to hook Fu Sichen¡¯s arm, and leaned on it, "My husband."


    !!!!


    "Holy shit..."


    A myriad of images shed through Wei Zhouchen¡¯s brain.


    Husband?!!


    This is your husband?!!!


    Wait, I need to process this.


    Wei Zhouchen looked around at the other people¡¯s calm faces with even greater surprise, "Aren¡¯t you guys... surprised or curious??"


    It¡¯s just him who seems like a lunatic.


    Laughter gradually began to spread from within the crowd.


    They had already got over the shock.


    They had personally witnessed President Fu¡¯s frantic behavior during the earthquake, calling her his wife again and again.


    And Jiang Mian¡¯s demeanor.


    But they had all signed confidentiality agreements, and such matters had to remain secret until they went public.


    Wei Zhouchen, who hade in as a substitute, was the only one here who didn¡¯t know.


    "Let¡¯s go."


    To where??


    Fu Sichen lightly grazed Jiang Mian¡¯s nose, "To shoot balloons."


    Jiang Mian¡¯s eyes lit up; she waved toward Ming Lang, "Then Director Ming, we¡¯ll take our leave first. See youter."


    After the wrap, Ming Lang watched the couple leave and then, mercilessly, picked up the loudspeaker¡ª


    "Everyone get ready, let¡¯s do this scene in one go!"


    The rest are the various scenes that Wei Zhouchen had to reshoot.


    Before leaving, Jiang Mian put a mask and hat on Fu Sichen to prevent any messy photos and videos from leaking.


    She herself was not disguising at all anymore.


    "Boss, I¡¯m back again."


    The boss was all too familiar with Jiang Mian¡¯s face; aside from being beautiful, her impression from thest time was indeed very deep.


    His gaze shifted to Fu Sichen, "Your boyfriend?"


    "My husband."


    The corners of Fu Sichen¡¯s lips curved up subtly behind his mask.


    "Boss, today he will take my ce, and he¡¯s really skilled..."


    Before Jiang Mian could finish speaking, a loud "bang!" rang in the air.


    A balloon was hit.


    The boss praised, "Not bad, young man. I hope for your next..."


    Another "bang!" followed quickly.


    After five balloons had been hit in a row, the boss dared not make jokes.


    This young man was different from the youngdy; he had genuine skill.


    Ten bullets, all on target.


    Jiang Mian happily took the plush toy that the boss handed over, the little fox she had refusedst time.


    "Wow!!!"


    Her eyes suddenlynded on arger wolf, "That one looks so cool."


    Before Jiang Mian¡¯s words could drop¡ª


    "Bang, bang, bang!"


    Three balloons exploded in session.


    The sound of the air bursting like fireworks, another ten balloons all hit.


    The boss passed the little wolf to Jiang Mian, and couldn¡¯t help but ask curiously, "Youngdy, what does your boyfriend do?"


    He has been shooting for so many years; such precise technique and high uracy rate, he must be quite familiar with guns regrly.


    "Oh, him? He¡¯s in charge of making money so I can splurge."


    A smile flickered in Fu Sichen¡¯s deep ck eyes as his gaze caught sight of a white Persian cat in the corner, "Boss, that one, I¡¯ll take it."


    Before the boss could react, another round of shots fired: "Bang, bang, bang!"


    All hits!!


    The boss wiped the sweat from his forehead and handed over the Persian cat to Fu Sichen, "Whatever you guys want, just tell me; I might as well give it directly to you."


    His job of setting up balloons wasn¡¯t easy, and since they were all going to be hit anyway, he might as well give them away.

 Chapter 311: No Way

    <h4>Chapter 311: Chapter 311: No Way</h4>


    Jiang Mian held the "war booty" with immense pride.


    "I really love it!!"


    The stall owner watched their retreating figures and quickly packed up his stall.


    He must have neglected to check the almanac before leaving home today; it wasn¡¯t a good day. He needed to pack up quickly and head back, or if he encountered another one like them, he would bepletely out of luck today.


    *


    Evening


    Jiang Mian sat on therge hotel bed, surrounded by all of today¡¯s war booty, feeling extraordinarily happy.


    With her phone in hand, her eyebrows lightly arched and azy,nguid look in her eyes, she asked, "The thing on the inte?"


    Over the phone was Luo Ting: "Nothing much, just wanted to talk to you."


    Luo Ting had gradually gotten used to this ancestor-like figure who could trend online without spending a penny.


    It was a good thing, although sometimes it was too much for the heart.


    Jiang Mian didn¡¯t need to think to guess that she and Fu Sichen were probably caught on camera while ying with the balloons today.


    #JiangMianAndBoyfriendyingWithBalloons#


    It was the same angle from thest video, only this time the person holding the gun was Fu Sichen, with Jiang Mian standing beside him, looking exceptionally happy.


    At first, thements section of the video was flooded with¡ª


    "Wow!! So cool!! Howe no one has captured his face when he¡¯s out and about every day!!!"


    "I¡¯m smitten!! I love this couple so much, they should be crowned royalty!!"


    "OMG!! Hit on the first shot, hope he doesn¡¯t start strong and then fall like Mianmian did"


    "Sisters, hahaha, that¡¯s possible!"


    Suddenly, the barrage of messages at the start of the video switched to [Iing high energy]


    What followed was a moment of realization for everyone.


    "Bang bang bang!!!"


    Sounds of balloons bursting could be heard in the video.


    They even gave a special close-up to the stall owner and Jiang Mian¡¯s faces.


    One nearly couldn¡¯t hold hisposure, the other simply couldn¡¯t be happier.


    "Hahahaha I¡¯m dying ofughter!!!"


    "Help! Jiang Xiaomian kinda wants to steal your husband"


    "My boyfriend is in the army; he says this technique is trained"


    Thisment by theizen instantly brought a buzz to the Chen Mian couple¡¯s super topic.


    "It¡¯s like a holiday, it¡¯s like a holiday!!!"


    "Hahahaha who understands, I¡¯mughing my head off"


    "I really can¡¯t, there are too few sisters having fun together"


    Previously, the couple¡¯s super topic lost a lot of fans, but now it was back to around 2000 people.


    This number was still less than some of their individual fans.


    The major supporter of the super topic changed their personal signature to: [Growing bigger and stronger]


    When Fu Sichen came out of the bathroom, his gaze fell on the woman sitting in the middle of the bed, admiring the circle of war booty, with a slight smile on his lips, feeling very content.


    Jiang Mian was still on the phone with Luo Ting: "Nothing much, I have to return to North City tomorrow."


    "Mhm, there¡¯s no need for me to pick you up."


    With her husband beside her, she waspletely at ease.


    Luo Ting suddenly remembered something and brought it up: "Isn¡¯t it your birthday when youe back? This year, some fans have prepared a few things for you, so I¡¯m thinking about what you..."


    Jiang Mian pondered for a moment and nced at the calendar.


    She didn¡¯t realize her 25th birthday wasing up so soon.


    Last year at this time, she celebrated with Su Lixing; there was no such thing as fans.


    "Well then, maybe I can throw a birthday party and invite them over..."


    "No way!"


    Before Jiang Mian finished speaking, the man¡¯s deep voice cut her off.


    Hmm???


    "Why not?"


    Jiang Mian lifted her eyes to look at Fu Sichen, drops of water still falling from his body, the defined lines of his torso clearly visible.

 Chapter 312: A Bit of Inspiration

    <h4>Chapter 312: Chapter 312: A Bit of Inspiration</h4>


    Fu Sichen casually threw the towel in his hand onto a nearby chair, his gaze heavy with a dangerous aura, "Shouldn¡¯t Mrs. Fu spend her birthday with me?"


    Luo Ting¡¯s inner thought: Should I hang up or not?


    There¡¯s a feeling that if I keep listening, I¡¯m going to lose control.


    Jiang Mian propped her hands on her waist, her eyes curving into a smile, the corners of her eyes upturned with a sly twinkle," Are there a lot of gifts?"


    "Of course, an entire cruise ship is yours."


    A cruise ship...


    Jiang Mian thought about it and didn¡¯t seem particrly attracted to the idea.


    Just as she was about to say something, she heard the man add the next second, "All the gifts are waiting for you to unwrap them on the cruise."


    !!!!


    Jiang Mian immediately switched allegiances and picked up her phone: "Sister Ting, prepare some fan benefits or something like that when the timees."


    Luo Ting heard everything clearly and knew that actually holding a birthday party could be quite troublesome.


    If President Fu took charge, it would be easier to handle.


    "Mhm, make sure to enjoy your birthday these next few days."


    Luo Ting checked the schedule and, coincidentally, there was suddenly a seven-day gap for resting after wrapping up the shoot.


    It¡¯s a somewhat inexplicable coincidence.


    "Mhm, you should get some rest early too, Sister Ting."


    "You too."


    This was Luo Ting¡¯s biggest blessing for Jiang Mian.


    Maybe it really was just wishing her to get some rest soon.


    That night, Jiang Mian was like a mermaid drained of all vitality, not a hint of life in her.


    Fu Sichen got up and walked straight towards the door.


    "What are you doing!"


    Jiang Mian looked suspiciously at the man¡¯s retreating figure, sensing a feeling of irresponsibility after the fact.


    Fu Sichen¡¯s Adam¡¯s apple moved slightly, his voice saturated with a husky, maicugh, "I got a bit of inspiration."


    ???


    Something secretive and mysterious.


    "You go to sleep first, goodnight~"


    Jiang Miany back down, she wasn¡¯t curious at all.


    Dead tired.


    Sleeping was more important.


    ¡ª


    The next day.


    When Jiang Mian woke up, Fu Sichen wasn¡¯t beside her. She had felt the warmth next to her in the middle of the night.


    Just where had he gone this early in the morning?


    By the time Jiang Mian finished getting ready and went out, only Yangyang was sitting in the living room watching a series.


    "Where¡¯s Sichen?"


    This early in the day.


    Yangyang looked at the woman with her hair down, wearing a white strap nightgown, and her face couldn¡¯t help but turn red.


    She pointed at her own corbone: "Sister Mianmian, your... this..."


    Jiang Mian casually took a shawl from the couch and wrapped it around herself: "Sister Ting is used to it, you¡¯re still not ustomed."


    It¡¯s not about bing ustomed.


    Yangyang lowered her eyes, "Sister Mianmian, I¡¯m a pure love warrior, I¡¯ve never been in love, please understand."


    Jiang Mian poured herself a ss of water: "Mhm, you¡¯ll get used to it once you have a man."


    "Beep¡ª"


    The sound outside was that of a card swiping, and Fu Sichen walked in, wearing an old man¡¯s vest, a radiant aura engulfing the space around him.


    His forehead was still dotted with fine sweat, and after a while, Xu Lai came in, hands on hips and panting.


    What had happened?


    Fu Sichen had gone for a run, but Xu Lai looked as if he hade back from battle.


    But in that suit and shoes...


    He must have suffered.


    "Why did you go for a run so early today?"


    Fu Sichen took a towel and wiped the sweat from his forehead, "The air is fresh, met up with Director Ming."


    The air at the Lu City filming base was indeedfortable, it was just that few people got up early for a run.


    "And Secretary Xu is..."


    Xu Lai immediately straightened up: "Mrs. Fu, I¡¯m fine, just gave President Fu a work briefing, I justck exercise, couldn¡¯t keep up."


    Jiang Mian and Yangyang exchanged a knowing smile, already picturing Xu Lai following behind Fu Sichen, reporting on work while trying to keep pace.


    A model of hard work.

 Chapter 313: Birthday Cruise

    <h4>Chapter 313: Chapter 313: Birthday Cruise</h4>


    Xu Lai: I¡¯m suffering so much...


    For the madam¡¯s birthday, President Fu insisted on clearing the entire uing week¡¯s schedule.


    You have no idea how hard it is to coordinate once a week¡¯s workflow has all been arranged.


    Besides the various meetings that have already been notified, there are also many dining engagements.


    These events have to be re-coordinated with future dates, and we have to re-prioritize everything ording to the urgency and importance of each matter.


    In other words, this month¡¯s entire itinerary for President Fu will have to be overturned and restarted.


    This morning, I was still thinking of coordinating with President Fu, hoping to discuss and find some middle ground, but I ended up being led around the film set by him for several rounds.


    Men can be quite frightening when they¡¯re being sneaky and hold a grudge.


    "President Fu, I will definitely coordinate it well, you can rest assured, I guarantee the task will bepleted."


    Fu Sichen nodded lightly: "Hmm."


    By the time Jiang Mian arrived on set to say goodbye to everyone, it was already that time in the afternoon.


    Aside from Wei Zhouchen and a few group actors who still needed to work scenes with him, there were no other actors around.


    Ming Lang was scolding Wei Zhouchen vigorously: "Wei Zhouchen, your eye acting still isn¡¯t up to par."


    "Eye acting should give off the feeling that there¡¯s a story, you know."


    "Right now, you just look transparently stupid."


    "Pfft¡ª"


    When Jiang Mian and Fu Sichen entered, this line had just clearly reached their ears.


    Director Ming¡¯s mouth was as venomous as ever.


    Every sentence hit right in the feels.


    Everyone heard the noise and looked over.


    "President Fu."


    "Sister Mianmian, you can stillugh, but Director Ming¡¯s words really hit home and pierce the heart."


    Fu Sichen swept over them with one icy look.


    "Hiss¡ª"


    Wei Zhouchen shivered involuntarily; why did he feel a chill down his spine?


    "Director Ming, we¡¯re leaving now."


    Jiang Mian and Fu Sichen had specificallye to greet them and then left via the set¡¯s emergency exit.


    At this time, there were many fans and paid photographers there to capture shots of Wei Zhouchen.


    Plus, the fact that Jiang Mian¡¯s boyfriend hade to Lu City to be with her the day before was known across the inte, so there were definitely some paparazzi lurking around.


    After Director Ming got up and exchanged a few words with Fu Sichen, he saw them off.


    "All departments, prepare, let¡¯s continue!"


    ...


    "What sort of shady dealings do you have with Director Ming?"


    Fu Sichen wrapped his arms around Jiang Mian, his gaze slightly lowered, his voice softly doting, "Mrs. Fu, rest assured, your husband only engages in legitimate, legal transactions."


    Tsk tsk tsk.


    After returning to North City, Jiang Mian took a few days to recuperate.


    On the 6th of June, Fu Sichen vanished early in the morning.


    In the afternoon, it was still Xu Lai who came by car to pick up Jiang Mian.


    No matter what Jiang Mian asked on the road, Xu Lai kept his lips sealed.


    What a tightly shut mouth.


    "Fu Sichen¡¯s schedule is all arranged, clearing out seven days?"


    Xu Lai: "..."


    Suddenly, a heart-piercing sound resonated in the chest.


    He raised the very topic that should not be mentioned.


    Xu Lai awkwardly smiled, "Madam, rest assured, everything has been handled. I should suffer a bit for your and President Fu¡¯s happy life."


    Who could resist the temptation of a lush year-end bonus?


    A little hardship is to be expected.


    After driving quite a distance, the car steadied to a halt at a port.


    Jiang Mian got out of the car, and a massive white cruise ship was docked at the shore, beside it arge "J" embellished.


    This was Jiang Mian¡¯s "Jiang."


    Just as Jiang Mian was about to ask Xu Lai "Where¡¯s Fu Sichen?",


    All she was left with was the receding view of the car.


    What¡¯s going on, why did he leave so quickly?

 Chapter 314: Wishing You Ebbs and Flows

    <h4>Chapter 314: Chapter 314: Wishing You Ebbs and Flows</h4>


    Jiang Mian nced back for a moment; the man¡¯s ck suit and the sapphire pin on his chest added a touch of tenderness to his cool demeanor.


    Fu Sichen slowly walked towards Jiang Mian, "Mrs. Fu, would I have the honor of inviting you to dinner?"


    Jiang Mian¡¯s lips slightly lifted, and she ced her hand on Fu Sichen¡¯s, "Absolutely delighted."


    The cruise ship was set up neatly and refreshingly. After Jiang Mian strolled around, her eyes caught sight of a locked wardrobe.


    Just as she was about to approach it, Fu Sichen stopped her, "No hurry."


    Is there a problem?


    Jiang Mian, hooking her arm around Fu Sichen¡¯s neck with a toneced with a teasing smile, asked, "My birthday gift?"


    Fu Sichen¡¯s Adam¡¯s apple bobbed a little, his voice deep and chuckle-like, tingly, "Since it¡¯s a birthday gift, it must be opened on the birthday."


    Jiang Mian pouted slightly as she looked up at the clock on the wall.


    There were still six hours until midnight; the wait was agonizing.


    Jiang Mian felt the cruise ship starting to move.


    Seven days on the sea...


    She suddenly shivered¡ªseven days!


    That meant...


    Oh, Jiang Mian!


    You¡¯ve boarded a pirate ship.


    Fu Sichen temporarily took a call, and Jiang Mian pulled out her phone¡ª


    Jiang Xiaomian: [Boarded a pirate ship, can I escape??!!]


    Susu Big Baby: [Hahahaha, you¡¯re setting sail, even mom can¡¯t save you now]


    The news about Fu Sichen organizing a cruise ship birthday celebration for Jiang Mian had already spread among them.


    With this precedent set, Su Lixing also told Lin Chen that he wanted his birthday celebrated to the same standards.


    As a result, he got thoroughly lectured that night.


    He dared not make such suggestions anymore.


    Thepetitive nature of men only spells consequences for women.


    Susu Big Baby: [Then I wish you ups and downs]


    Jiang Mian: "..."


    Might as well not have such blessings.


    Jiang Xiaomian: [Then I¡¯ll wish my brother climbs even higher]


    Jiang Xiaomian: [My mom recently started preparing tonics for him, so be careful]


    Su Lixing: "..."


    Do we have to be so self-destructive?


    Su Lixing: [I¡¯m packing my bags right now, ready to flee]


    When Fu Sichen returned from the call, he found Jiang Mian lying on the bed doing leg slimming exercises, her mouth curling into a triumphant smile.


    He leaned casually against the door, his voice carrying a yful tone, "What mischief were you up to?"


    Jiang Mian looked up at Fu Sichen, put away her phone, and sat up unhurriedly, "What mischief? It¡¯s clearly a good deed."


    A good deed benefiting future generations of the Lin Family, promoting a higher birth rate.


    Fu Sichen stepped forward and scooped Jiang Mian up horizontally, "Taking you to dinner."


    "Eh!!"


    Who carries someone to dinner like this!!!


    Jiang Mian didn¡¯t object vocally; she thoroughly enjoyed being carried to the dining table by Fu Sichen.


    Candles, steak, petals...


    This was a perfect candlelight dinner.


    When Jiang Mian sat down, Fu Sichen naturally took out his phone.


    Huh?


    "To take a photo of you."


    !!!!


    Her man really hade to his senses.


    Hearing "photo," Jiang Mian, out of professional habit, immediately posed for the camera, swiftly controlling her expression.


    Fu Sichen watched her instantly transform, his thin lips curving slightly.


    "What are youughing at!"


    "Laughing because I married a wife so beautiful, it makes me happy."


    It felt somewhat like an old peacock showing its feathers...


    Jiang Mian lightly "humphed."


    Fu Sichen put away his phone, and after they finished dinner, they went to the deck to lie down, enjoying the breeze, and admiring the stars and the moon.


    At this moment, the sky was very dark, the moonlight bright, the stars twinkled, everything was exceptionally peaceful.

 Chapter 315: No Right to Speak

    <h4>Chapter 315: Chapter 315: No Right to Speak</h4>


    I don¡¯t know how much time passed, but Jiang Mian¡¯s phone started vibrating continuously.


    ?!!!


    She nced at the time on her phone¡ª


    0:00.


    Jiang Mian was about to say something when a gentle kissnded on her cheek.


    "Jiang Mian, happy birthday!"


    Fu Sichen rarely called her by her full name; every time he did, she felt an indescribable sense of weightlessness.


    The sound of water flowingplemented the breeze in the air, creating a very quiet atmosphere.


    "I love you..."


    The room on the side of the cruise ship was dimly lit, and Jiang Mian, with a hoarse voice, eventually let go.


    Fu Sichen!!!


    I won¡¯t believe in men anymore!!


    Her eyes shimmered with tears, and she nced sideways at the half-closed wardrobe.


    What gift!!!


    Clearly, it was all for Fu Sichen¡¯s happiness.


    In the middle of the night, Jiang Mian listened to the sparse sound of water in the bathroom and struggled to touch the phone by her bed.


    Her gaze lingered on the torn fabric on the floor for a moment before quickly moving away.


    Such a pity for such a pretty dress...


    Suddenly, it shed in her mind, seven items in the wardrobe...


    Damn!!!


    Men!!!!


    She had definitely been yed.


    When she woke up, she was determined to make all six remaining items sink to the bottom of the sea.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s phone lit up again.


    AM.


    Who could it be at this hour?


    Susu Big Baby: [Happy Birthday Mianmian!! (Sorry for not being punctual, I just came back to life!!)]


    Jiang Mian exited the page and remembered seeing her brother¡¯s timely birthday greeting.


    Sent at 0:00.


    Jiang Xiaomian: [How did my brother manage to send a timely birthday greeting /holds chin jpg./]


    Jiang Mian replied to everyone else¡¯s blessings and then logged onto Weibo.


    Her Weibo waspletely overrun with various birthday wishes.


    Su Lixing seemed to have realized something and sent a message.


    Susu Big Baby v: [Okay, I get it now]


    At first, Lin Chen was holding his phone, sending something, iming to be handling work.


    Turns out, he was sending a birthday greeting to his sister while simultaneously tormenting his own girlfriend.


    This man is really ruthless!!


    Jiang Xiaomian: [Understood what?]


    Jiang Mian regretted sending that message as soon as she did.


    Susu Big Baby: [Your birthday blessing was sent over my dead body sob sob...]


    Su Lixing¡¯s mood changed quickly, and immediately he sent another message¡ª


    Susu Big Baby: [What did President Fu give you?]


    Jiang Mian, sleepy-eyed,zily lifted her phone and snapped a picture of the floor.


    Jiang Xiaomian: [A pile of rags and a wardrobe]


    Susu Big Baby: [Damn! A limited edition mermaid gown!! And that¡¯s how you treat it?!!]


    What limited edition, she had a whole wardrobe of them, changing colors daily, only to end up as torn fabric sprawled across the wilderness.


    Jiang Mian already foresaw their fate.


    Jiang Xiaomian: [Hostages have no right to speak]


    Sob sob...


    I really want to escape~


    But I can¡¯t~


    Jiang Mian returned to Weibo, where many people had tagged her in a video.


    Itsted half an hour.


    She clicked on it, and the screen flickered for a few seconds.


    Huh??


    The phone broke!


    Soon, the Happy Birthday song came out of the phone, and her photos slowly appeared...


    This was the birthday surprise prepared by Sister Ting and the Gingers.


    About ten minutes in, Jiang Mian¡¯s eyes began to moisten.


    Why did they have to make it so emotionalte at night?


    When Fu Sichen entered the room, he saw the woman sitting on the bed holding her phone, with tears in her eyes.


    He rushed over, "What happened?"

 Chapter 316: The Painting on the Wall

    <h4>Chapter 316: Chapter 316: The Painting on the Wall</h4>


    Jiang Mian wiped away tears and sobbed, "Wuu, getting sentimental in the middle of the night."


    Fu Sichen nced at the video on his phone and quickly understood. He reached out and hugged Jiang Mian into his arms.


    Jiang Mian seemed like a carefree character, a little princess who grew up spoiled and doted on.


    But her journey through the entertainment circle had not been smooth sailing. She had indeed experienced a lot.


    Until now...


    She had a group of fans who loved and supported her, creating a mutual feeling of rushing toward each other.


    No wonder she shed tearste at night.


    "In theing years, they¡¯ll be there, and so will I..."


    Jiang Mian didn¡¯t even know how she was coaxed to sleep afterward.


    The next day, she struggled to open her eyes under the intensity of the sea¡¯s sunrise.


    Without even looking in the mirror, Jiang Mian knew just how swollen her eyes must be.


    Jiang Mian turned on her phone and switched to selfie mode.


    ...


    Oh my god!


    Her eyes were as swollen as walnuts!


    Luo Ting: [Sneaking into the fan forum in the middle of the night, not even bothering to use an alternate ount, happy birthday, Jiang Mian]


    Luo Ting: [They are waiting for your response]


    Jiang Mian v: [Cried my eyes outst night, thank you Gingers for the surprise~ I don¡¯t have any special wishes, just hope everyone is safe and happy!]


    [If you say your wish out loud, it won¡¯te true, Jiang Xiaomian!! But I wish all the sisters peace and joy!!]


    [Stayed up until 3 am, I guess what you¡¯ve been up to woman]


    [Sisters upstairs, we all know very well haha]


    [Happy birthday!! Jiang Xiaomian!!]


    ...


    Jiang Mian got up after receiving the birthday presents and red envelopes from her parents and Grandpa Fu during the day.


    She freshened up and went to the deck just to see a man sipping coffee and wearing Bluetooth headphones, asionally uttering foreignnguages.


    How is it that this man constantly exudes his charm, tinged with a hint of sexiness?


    Fu Sichen looked up from the corner of his eye upon seeing the drowsy girl standing not far away.


    He waved his hand at her and then spoke to the person in the video: "sorry, my wife is awake."


    The person in the video quickly understood, and the two decided to continue their conversationter.


    Fu Sichen put aside his earphone and closed hisptop.


    Jiang Mian naturally hooked her arm around Fu Sichen¡¯s neck and sat on hisp.


    "That doesn¡¯t count! Not a bit! I didn¡¯t get any birthday presents."


    Fu Sichen lowered his gaze and chuckled softly, yfully toying with Jiang Mian¡¯s fingers: "Mrs. Fu¡¯s present could never be just those."


    !!!!!!


    "I¡¯ll take you to see it."


    Fu Sichen picked up Jiang Mian and headed inside.


    The two arrived at another room on the yacht. When the door opened, it wasn¡¯t much different from the room they slept in the night before, except for arge painting on the wall, covered with a cloth.


    Fu Sichen put down Jiang Mian and yanked the cloth off in one stroke.


    !!!!!!


    Holy shit shit shit!! (Jiang Mian censored herself)


    She instinctively covered her eyes; the painting¡¯s "color" was too much!


    Under the azure sky, on the golden beach, a stranded mermaid gasped for breath, her red lips slightly parted, searching for the breath of life, her beautiful eyes somewhat powerless, flickering with a faint light.


    Even the mermaid¡¯s scales were identical to the ones from the night before.


    Jiang Mian immediately covered the painting again: "Fu Sichen, you, you, you..."


    "How are you not embarrassed at all!!"


    The audacity of that man to paint a post-intimacy scene.


    And to hang it so tantly on the wall, was he harboring some bizarre thoughts?

 Chapter 317: Feeding Personally

    <h4>Chapter 317: Chapter 317: Feeding Personally</h4>


    Fu Sichen¡¯s gaze swept over Jiang Mian¡¯s gradually blushing ear, his lips curling into a faint smile, "Does Mrs. Fu have a better method? I¡¯m all ears."


    ???


    What method!!


    The best method would be to throw it outside and sink to the bottom of the sea together!


    Jiang Mian looked at Fu Sichen¡¯s somewhat teasing smile and guessed that the bastard was doing it on purpose!!!


    An idea suddenly struck her.


    It¡¯s just a painting, after all¡ªshe could do that too!


    Jiang Mian¡¯s eyes lightly danced, her voice yful and seductive, "I have one, of course you need to have one too."


    No sooner had her words fallen than Jiang Mian pulled Fu Sichen outside.


    Her eyes soft and bending, she intoned word by word, "Afterward, we can admire it together."


    Over the following days, Jiang Mian still experienced Fu Sichen¡¯s extraordinary stamina.


    She was almost dead tired, yet this bastard didn¡¯t seem to feel a thing.


    Jiang Mian looked at the steadily reducing pile of mermaid gowns in the wardrobe, and thought, isn¡¯t it her birthday!!!


    Why was she the one suffering so miserably, wailing.


    No way! She had to hurry and paint, she couldn¡¯t let the bastard get the upper hand.


    It¡¯s just a painting, after all¡ªshe had learned painting too!


    The cruise ship was fully equipped, and Jiang Mian was exceptionally satisfied with her own painting.


    On the canvas were two silhouettes, the man¡¯s gaze slightly lowered, his broad shoulders and narrow waist, the fine sweat on his skin rendered extraordinarily vivid.


    What stood out the most was the box he held aloft in his hand.


    My god!! That¡¯s brilliant!!!


    Jiang Mian almost cried out loud.


    Only, why did it feel like the more she looked at the painting, the more it resembled Fu Sichen being a spokesperson?


    She went ahead and had the painting color-printed, then found a frame and mounted it, deliberately taking down her own painting.


    Jiang Mian stared at the painting on the wall, extremely satisfied.


    This painting was truly a passionate work of art.


    Before Jiang Mian had long to admire it, her phone suddenly vibrated.


    Susu Big Baby: [OMG OMG! You and your hubby sure know how to y!!]


    Susu Big Baby: [What¡¯s called ¡¯the real deal personally feeds you,¡¯ now I¡¯ve seen it]


    What the heck??


    Howe she recognized all these words but strung together they became a total blur?


    Susu Big Baby: [{Forwarded Weibo}]


    Susu Big Baby: [The fan forum is dishing out again. I got evidence this person is most definitely your husband]


    ?!!


    Jiang Mian saw that ID¡ª¡ª


    X2.


    Xuanxuan?


    An image posted half an hour ago, under the halo, a woman in a ck strapless long dress, a man pinning the woman against the cab, one hand bracing against the cab, the other hand gripping the woman¡¯s slender waist.


    The slightly lifted red lips and the cool thin lips almost touching in a tentative caress.


    The tension was palpable.


    Although the faces in the picture weren¡¯t fully shown, everyone could clearly tell it was definitely Jiang Mian and Fu Sichen.


    [AAAAAH!!! I¡¯m really going insane!!]


    [After ¡¯Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star,¡¯ here¡¯s another feed for the fans]


    [Help, I can¡¯t handle this level of heat!!]


    At the same time, Jiang Mian received a message from Luo Ting.


    Luo Ting: [The entire cast of ¡¯Floating Life¡¯ sent you birthday wishes, except Movie Emperor Bai. Now your ship¡¯s fans are jumping around again]


    There¡¯s a saying in the entertainment circle, the real couples are the ones who keep their distance most conspicuously.


    Jiang Mian and Bai Yu¡¯s ship was particrly lively.


    Although it hadn¡¯t made it to the trending searches, Luo Ting still nned to talk to Jiang Mian about it.


    Just in case President Fu saw it and had questions for her.


    The next second, Luo Ting sent a flurry of messages¡ª


    Luo Ting: [What did you guys do! Yangyang is going crazy!]


    Yangyang was so excited that he showed Luo Ting the picture, saying it leaked in the fan forum.

 Chapter 318: Go Easy

    <h4>Chapter 318: Chapter 318: Go Easy</h4>


    Jiang Mian: "President Fu recently got into 8G surfing, what else can we say, this man is jealous."


    She had just checked the time, and it was exactly at that moment.


    Luo Ting: "I beg President Fu!"


    Dealing with Miss Su was already troublesome enough, and now the main character had directly joined the Super Topic.


    It was more painful than asking for her life.


    Ever since she learned about this Super Topic, Luo Ting tried everything to prevent its notifications, watching the number of fans increase day by day.


    She felt a chill in her heart.


    Jiang Xiaomian: "Sister Ting, just turn a blind eye to the Super Topic."


    ???


    Five secondster.


    Luo Ting: "Is this what you call turning a blind eye?!!!"


    Luo Ting almost fainted.


    In the studio, Yangyang had gonepletely crazy, having two bowls of rice, feeling extremely full tonight.


    Twinkling Stars: "Under the lights, it¡¯s only with you {photo}"


    "Damn!!! I need a respirator!!!"


    "How did this get approved!!!"


    "So erotic, great ones, write quickly!!! I want to see!! The inspiration is here!"


    ...


    While everyone was having a wild celebration, the painting on the wall changed from one to two.


    A harsh sound swept through the air.


    Fu Sichen¡¯s voice was deep, his tone husky and seductive: "Xuanxuan, be gentle."


    When are you ever gentle?!!!


    The seven days finally ended at the moment the boat docked.


    Every day she opened her eyes to Fu Sichen next to her, and those two pictures on the wall in front...


    Jiang Mian had never wanted so badly to join a film crew.


    In short, she didn¡¯t want to see the bastard anymore.


    When she saw Luo Ting and Yangyang, she almost got scared by their faces.


    One looked like they had gone through major setbacks, worn out by life, and the other was spirited and joyful.


    "Sister Ting, what happened to you? It feels like you¡¯ve aged seven years in seven days."


    Luo Ting almost burst into tears: "Spare me, ancestors, keep it low-key."


    Who knew handling a Super Topic would be so hard.


    Because of those two photos, the number of people in the Super Topic had almost doubled.


    Now it was chasing 4000.


    Who knew where all these people came from.


    After ending the seven-day birthday trip, Jiang Mian joined the crew again.


    This time she got the role of the third female lead. The female lead was an old drama queen who had been in the entertainment circle for over twenty years, and the second female lead was Wen Qianning.


    The film had a lot of potential, and ording to Luo Ting, Jiang Mian ying the third lead could really shine if performed well.


    The production generously booked an eight-star hotel as the crew¡¯s exclusive amodation.


    Yangyang was shocked to the core: How much money did this sponsor pour into this, even they got to benefit.


    Along the way, Luo Ting greeted various people, and Jiang Mian had to nod and smile too.


    The adult world was exhausting their faces.


    The staff led Jiang Mian to her room: "Miss Jiang, this is your room."


    Yangyang looked around: "Isn¡¯t this just the fifth floor, a standard room?"


    In the past, Jiang Mian always stayed in the presidential suite on the top floor when filming.


    Howe this time in an eight-star hotel the treatment was even worse than before.


    The employee apologized: "I¡¯m sorry, Miss Jiang, the top floor is reserved for Teacher Qi Ping and his staff, the rest is for Teacher Yu, please bear with us."


    Yangyang muttered twice: "Even top celebrities can¡¯t abuse their power like this..."


    Jiang Mian smiled: "Okay, understood, thank you for your hard work."


    "It¡¯s our duty."


    The employee was very distressed and somewhat nervous.


    After all, the woman in front of him was not only an actress but also a formidable figure as the heiress of Lin Group.


    At that time, he was curious why the room assigned to Jiang Mian was so basic.

 Chapter 319: Someone is Targeting You

    <h4>Chapter 319: Chapter 319: Someone is Targeting You</h4>


    Jiang Mian swiped her card to enter the room.


    No matter what, the standard room in an eight-star hotel wouldn¡¯t be too bad, but it felt oddly damp here, significantly reducing the overall ambiance.


    It seemed almost intentional.


    "Sister Mianmian, they are using their power to bully others."


    Jiang Mian nced around the room, her red lips curling slightly with a hint of sarcasm.


    In Hai City...


    She wondered if she owned a house here; if yes, she would rather stay in her own ce.


    Wen Qianning: [Why haven¡¯t I seen you? What¡¯s your room number?]


    Jiang Xiaomian: [I¡¯m on the fifth floor.]


    Wen Qianning: [??? How dare they!]


    Wen Qianning had never seen an important lead actor staying in a lower-floor room in all her years of acting.


    Standard rooms were generally reserved for the crew.


    Wen Qianning quickly realized.


    Wen Qianning: [Someone is targeting you.]


    Jiang Mian knew that too but hadn¡¯t figured out who it was yet.


    Wen Qianning: [You cane up and stay with meter if you want. I have three rooms here, they¡¯re big. We could even have your assistant and my assistant share a room.]


    Jiang Xiaomian: [Thank you, Sister Qianning.]


    Luo Ting checked the time, "We have the kick-off banquet soon. Let¡¯s get ready now, and we can talk about thister."


    The movie "Throwing Thousands of Gold" had gathered various top directors and producers in the industry, even dressing and set design staff were top-level in their circles.


    All the actors involved were renowned, making the banquet a true congregation of stars.


    Carrying a low-key silver-white dress with an irregr slit, Jiang Mian found a spot and sat down.


    She was not suited for this social scene; better to let Sister Ting handle it.


    "Why are you sitting here alone?"


    From afar, Wen Qianning spotted Jiang Mian, whose face, no matter how subtly dressed, dominated the scene upon entrance.


    "You know I¡¯m not cut out for these asions."


    Wen Qianning naturally sat beside her, nodding toward someone not far off, "What¡¯s with you and Bai Yu? I suggested saying hello together, but he refused."


    If Wen Qianning remembered correctly, these two had a quite good rtionship while filming "Floating Life."


    Jiang Mian nced at Bai Yu who happened to look over as well, holding her gaze briefly before she nodded slightly with a smile.


    "Keeping a distance."


    Keeping a distance from what?


    At thest birthday of Jiang Mian, Bai Yu was notably absent in sending wishes, only sending a very formal er.


    Jiang Mian sipped her champagne, her lips curled, "I drank a bit too much since I was upset at thest awards show. He tried to help me, just when President Fu arrived."


    Afterward, Bai Yu was well aware of their situation.


    He had indeed been keeping a cautious distance.


    Though Jiang Mian didn¡¯t particrly hold it to heart, perhaps just an adult¡¯s dignity.


    Wen Qianning didn¡¯t ask further.


    Suddenly, the door opened, and a group of people surrounded a man walking in.


    The crowd turned their eyes en masse.


    Jiang Mian narrowed her beautiful eyes, recognizing the man in the center, looking in his early forties and wearing sunsses topped with a leather jacket.


    This looked...


    Quite interesting.


    "Who is that guy?"


    As soon as Jiang Mian spoke, Wen Qianning nervously looked around and quickly lowered her voice, "Shh! You don¡¯t know him? He¡¯s the veteran actor Qi Ping."


    Veteran?


    How old was he?


    "Don¡¯t be fooled by his outfit, he looks like he is in his forties, but he could be old enough to be your grandfather."

 Chapter 320: Scum

    <h4>Chapter 320: Chapter 320: Scum</h4>


    Jiang Mian¡¯s gaze lingered on Qi Ping for a moment before quickly shifting away.


    The crew members had mentioned this morning that he was such a big shot, most of the top floor was reserved for his team.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s red lips curved into a slight smile, "He doesn¡¯t look like a good person."


    She was one to hold a grudge.


    "Shh!"


    Wen Qianning quickly covered Jiang Mian¡¯s mouth with her hand.


    This youngdy had no filter on what she said.


    Their slight movements had attracted Qi Ping¡¯s attention, and his eyes narrowed slightly as he asked the producer beside him, "Who are those two? I haven¡¯t seen them before, are they neers?"


    The producer looked where Qi Ping was pointing, "Ah, those two, Teacher Qi might not be aware, one is the newly crowned Movie Queen Wen Qianning, and the other is the currently popr actress Jiang Mian."


    "They will also be participating in the filming of the movieter on and will have the opportunity to work with you, Teacher Qi."


    Qi Ping paused for a moment, his smile deep, "A force to be reckoned with, indeed."


    The producer chuckled, "Exactly as Teacher Qi says, please, right this way."


    After everyone arrived, the kick-off banquet officiallymenced.


    Jiang Mian, as the third female lead, happened to sit with the director and a few main actors.


    Both Qi Ping and the other lead actress Yu Shuhua were present.


    Aside from Wen Qianning, she didn¡¯t recognize anyone else at the table.


    "Teacher Qi, a toast to you."


    After sitting down, Qi Ping¡¯s gaze remained on Jiang Mian.


    "You are..."


    The producer quickly spoke up, "Teacher Qi, this is Jiang Mian."


    He lowered his voice, adding, "The one I mentioned before, the heiress of Lin Group."


    Jiang Mian suddenly became the focus, lifting her gaze and offering a polite smile, "Hello, Teacher Qi."


    The producer nervously made jokes, concerned Qi Ping might cause a scene.


    On one side was a major actor of the drama, and on the other, the heiress of the Lin Family.


    It was tricky to offend either side.


    Qi Ping stared at Jiang Mian, a meaningful smile spreading across his face, "You look just like your mother, what a pity she didn¡¯t fancy me back in the day and married your father instead. It¡¯s surprising you still share ast name with her."


    ???


    Jiang Mian frowned slightly at his words, which sounded odd.


    Weren¡¯t her parents each other¡¯s first love, and hadn¡¯t they dated for many years before getting married?


    "Indeed, I wasn¡¯t a match for her back then, Lin Qisheng was much richer and more powerful than me. It was natural for her to look down on a poor boy like me."


    His words seemed to carry ill intent.


    Off to the side, she thought she heard a scoff.


    Jiang Mian forced a smile, "I had no idea about this history."


    Under the table, she was already messaging Ms. Jiang.


    Jiang Xiaomian: [Mom, do you know Qi Ping? He¡¯s saying you didn¡¯t fancy him back in the day.]


    Her parents were so loving; this sounded like a bunch of lies.


    Just as Jiang Mian was leaving the chat, she received a message from Wen Qianning.


    Wen Qianning: [Jiang Xiaomian, be careful. Qi Ping is famously dangerous in the industry, many young girls have suffered after drawing his attention.]


    Jiang Mian looked up and exchanged a nce with Wen Qianning sitting beside her.


    Wen Qianning gave a slight nod.


    Although Jiang Mian hadn¡¯t delved into all the gossip, she figured Wen Qianning¡¯s warning was not without reason.


    While she was pondering, her phone vibrated gently in her hand.


    It was a message from her mother.


    Ms. Jiang: [Are you with him right now?? Stay away from him, that scumbag!!!]


    Ms. Jiang: [Are you filming or what!!]


    Jiang Mian was about to reply when a video call from Jiang Yutian popped up.


    !!!!


    Jiang Mian immediately hung up.

 Chapter 321: Have a Drink with Me

    <h4>Chapter 321: Chapter 321: Have a Drink with Me</h4>


    Jiang Xiaomian had never seen her mother this anxious before; the call came through directly.


    Jiang Xiaomian: "Mom, I¡¯m at the wrap party, he¡¯s the male lead of this movie, and I¡¯m the third female lead, we¡¯re at the same table."


    Jiang Xiaomian: "Then he started making these insinuations about you and Old Lin."


    Mentioning this made Jiang Mian seethe with anger¡ªit was the first time she had heard someone speak of her parents like that.


    Ms. Jiang: "Scum, how many young girls were ruined by him back in the day. Now he¡¯s old and still can¡¯t control himself."


    Ms. Jiang: "It¡¯s a long story, and in the end, your mother gave him a piece of her mind. I reckon he¡¯s set his sights on you now."


    Ms. Jiang: "If it reallyes to it, don¡¯t take this film. I¡¯ll cover the penalty for breaking the contract."


    It was the first time Jiang Mian had heard Ms. Jiang speak so emotionally.


    She had never interfered with her work before, and now she was even saying to turn down the film to the point of being willing topensate for the breach of contract herself.


    Qi Ping could only be imagined.


    Jiang Mian tactically took a sip of water to collect her thoughts.


    She had no idea that in the next second¡ª


    "Jiang Mian, you can¡¯t be drinking water at an asion like this. Come on, have a drink with me, as if it¡¯s on behalf of your parents."


    How unlucky.


    How did he manage to see her just taking a sip of water?


    Qi Ping¡¯s words caused the lively banquet to suddenly quiet down.


    Not to mention their table, even the people at the surrounding tables pricked up their ears to listen.


    This wasn¡¯t about having a drink.


    Anyone with clear eyes knew that Qi Ping had taken an interest in Jiang Mian.


    All of his youthful misdeeds were known by the veterans in the entertainment circle.


    It was just that the inte wasn¡¯t as developed back then, and the stories didn¡¯t spread much; it was mostly industry insiders who knew.


    Even now, he harried young girls, but thanks to Qi Ping¡¯s team which covered the sky with one hand, any whisper of scandal was cleaned up spotless.


    Seeing Jiang Mian remain silent, the whispering began at other tables.


    "Qi Ping is still the same, a leopard never changes its spots."


    "He¡¯s even reaching out to Jiang Mian now, taking advantage because she has no status or background. His appetite sure has grown."


    She was, undeniably, a wealthy heiress.


    "But look, Jiang Mian isn¡¯t even speaking. She might be cautious of him too."


    "Are you kidding? Jiang Mian is known for never backing down, quite resolute in her actions."


    As the murmuring died down a bit, Jiang Mian lifted her red lips into a faint smile, "Sorry, I can¡¯t drink today."


    Thinking of how he had been calling her ¡¯Teacher¡¯ so nauseatingly just before, Jiang Mian felt absolutely disgusted.


    Qi Ping continued without saying much more, the corners of his mouth still curled into a smile, a smile that was like a hidden knife, making one extremely ufortable.


    "Are you not nning to give me face?"


    Advancing step by step, Jiang Mian was just about to say something when she heard a female voice beside her, "Teacher Qi is still sharp as ever. Any man with a good tolerance can do the drinking and apanying. Why make it hard for a young girl?"


    It was Yu Shuhua.


    Jiang Mian looked her way to express her thanks.


    Yu Shuhua¡¯s gaze was indifferent, her facial expression showing no significant change.


    Qi Ping was quiet for a moment, showing no intention of giving Yu Shuhua any face.


    Normally he might have, but this girl was Lin Shengqiang¡¯s and Jiang Yutian¡¯s daughter; he had no intention of letting her off the hook.


    As soon as he joined the crew, he heard that their daughter was also part of it, and he even made sure she was only given a standard room.


    He intended to get back at her for all the things her parents had done in the past.


    The banquet suddenly fell silent.


    The stand-off between the leaders left no room for leniency, and the atmosphere instantly turned stiff.


    No one dared to speak out for fear the next target of attack would be themselves.

 Chapter 322: Ban, are you worthy?!

    <h4>Chapter 322: Chapter 322: Ban, are you worthy?!</h4>


    Seeing the atmosphere like this, Qi Ping¡¯s gaze paused, falling upon Wen Qianning, who stood beside Jiang Mian, "Since it¡¯s like this, it might be embarrassing alone, so let the girl next to you join in too, what¡¯s her name again..."


    The producer, with a strained expression, said, "This is the newly crowned Movie Queen Wen Qianning, who will also act with youter as the supporting actress. However, Teacher Qi, she is getting married..."


    It was clear from the producer¡¯s words that offending these two women due to Qi Ping could be a great loss.


    But they had to coddle this big shot since he still held a significant position in the circle.


    Qi Ping raised his voice with a hint of teasing, "So what if she¡¯s getting married, will drinking a ss of wine with me prevent her from getting married?"


    He had no intention of letting everyone save face.


    The producer¡¯splexion looked uneasy, as he wiped the sweat continuously beading on his forehead.


    While everyone else was silent, Jiang Mian slowly approached Qi Ping, holding a ss of wine.


    Under thevish lighting, the young girl¡¯s red lips slightly curved, her beautiful eyes brimming mysteriously and seductively.


    Qi Ping leaned back on his chair somewhat smugly, after all, he felt she was still naive.


    Your parents didn¡¯t teach you the rules of society, so let him teach you.


    Wen Qianning looked anxiously at the woman¡¯s retreating figure.


    The faces of others present varied, news of the Lin Family¡¯s Miss apanying for drinks leaking out...


    That would be a bit disgraceful.


    While various thoughts arose in everyone¡¯s minds, Jiang Mian had already reached Qi Ping¡¯s side.


    He was wearing a proud smile and was just about to speak.


    Jiang Mian picked up the red wine from the table, her bright and graceful smile instantly turning frosty with a chill.


    Without hesitation, she tilted the red wine over Qi Ping¡¯s head, the red liquid drenched his white shirt, dripping down.


    Qi Ping looked considerably embarrassed.


    Wow!


    What the fuck!


    Wen Qianning¡¯s lips parted slightly, unable to restrain a delightful swear word, "What the fuck!"


    Suddenly it felt quite thrilling.


    Qi Ping came to his senses, standing up furiously, "Where did you get the courage to do this?!"


    Yet, Jiang Mian blinked innocently, "Didn¡¯t you ask me to pour you a drink? Isn¡¯t this what you meant?"


    Yu Shuhua barely held back augh, thinking this young girl would be easilypromised, but she turned out to be tough.


    Everyone had different thoughts, and some smiles on their faces were particrly stiff.


    For a moment, they weren¡¯t sure whether tough or not.


    "Jiang Mian!!"


    Qi Ping reached out, intending to grab Jiang Mian¡¯s neck, but she stepped back and fiercely smashed the wine bottle on the floor.


    "Crash!"


    In an instant, the bottle and the marble collided, shattering everywhere.


    Tiny shards wildly sshed, some directly flinging onto Qi Ping¡¯s face, causing several gashes.


    "Blood!"


    "He¡¯s bleeding!"


    Someone in the crowd pointed at Qi Ping¡¯s face and eximed, drawing everyone¡¯s attention to him.


    Within just a few seconds, the scene became extremely chaotic.


    Qi Ping touched his face, and pain quickly swept over him, he stepped forward and roared at Jiang Mian, "You fucking don¡¯t want to survive in this industry, Jiang Mian! Wait to be cklisted!"


    Jiang Mian, with a look of disdain, picked up a wet towel from the table and wiped her hands, her beautiful eyes shing coldly, "cklist? Who¡¯s going to cklist whom is not yet certain, what makes you think you qualify!"


    The venue once again erupted into noise.


    Nobody expected Jiang Mian to openly tear off the fa?ade, but Qi Ping indeed brought it upon himself.


    He truly deserved it!

 Chapter 323: Just Jiang Mian’s Husband

    <h4>Chapter 323: Chapter 323: Just Jiang Mian¡¯s Husband</h4>


    The producers were instantly bewildered, and the directors present began to stand up, intending to pull people apart.


    Chaos ensued.


    "Grab Jiang Mian for me, bring her over here to kowtow several times. Otherwise, this matter won¡¯t be easily resolved, and this movie won¡¯t be filmed either. Withdraw the investment!"


    Qi Ping was both the main actor and an investor in this movie.


    As soon as these words came out, the producers and the director became disoriented, their gazes turning toward Jiang Mian.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s beautiful eyes shone piercingly, her slender back proud and radiant, "In your dreams."


    Just as a few men started walking toward Jiang Mian, the doors of the banquet hall opened.


    All eyes turned to look.


    Jiang Mian also subconsciously looked up, and the first thing she saw was that handsome face.


    Fu Sichen wore an exquisitely tailored ck suit, his figure elongate and under the lights, a certain fear-inducing frostiness was partially concealed by a halo of radiance.


    Bodyguards trailed behind him, surrounding him, that presence giving off an indescribable sense of oppression.


    Wen Qianning caught a glimpse from the corner of her eye of the woman nearby, her red lips curving slightly.


    The support had arrived.


    "Isn¡¯t that President Fu? What is he doing here?"


    "Yeah, I remember he wasn¡¯t invited."


    "I have a bad premonition about this."


    The people present all wore different expressions, but Qi Ping didn¡¯t care who anyone was, his face seething with rage as he red at Jiang Mian: "If you don¡¯t apologize today, don¡¯t even think about leaving this door."


    "Or else¡ª"


    The man suddenly smirked with a hint of malice: "Spend one night with me, and I¡¯ll¡ª"


    "p! p!"


    Before Qi Ping could finish his sentence, a figure shed through the air and two crisp, satisfying ps were heard.


    The hall fell silent, everyone too stunned to react.


    Two symmetrical, swollen red p marks were already imprinted on Qi Ping¡¯s face.


    !!!!!


    Everyone recognized Fu Sichen and saw clearly that the person who had struck was none other than one of the bodyguards beside him.


    This was...


    What was happening now?


    Qi Ping was hit so hard that his head buzzed twice, nearly losing his bnce, and in that moment, hepletely lost it, trapped in his own world, regardless of who was around him.


    "Who the hell is this brat? Where are my bodyguards, what, are you vegetarians?!"


    Qi Ping¡¯s bodyguards looked at each other, hesitant to move.


    Qi Ping might not recognize him, but that didn¡¯t mean they didn¡¯t know who he was, especially given that President Fu had a military background, and the bodyguards with him were well-known in the field.


    The director and producers were already sweating bullets.


    Fu Sichen¡¯s gazended on the young girl beside him, walking straight over to pick her up and sit down on the sofa with her quite naturally, a trace of heartache crossing his features.


    The familiar scent enveloped her, and Jiang Mian¡¯s heart settled down a bit.


    Fu Sichen yed with Jiang Mian¡¯s hair, his throat emanating a deep chuckle steeped in mockery, "Not just any brat. Just Jiang Mian¡¯s husband, here to take up her grievances."


    Holy shit?!!!


    Husband?!


    Aside from Wen Qianning, who wasn¡¯t particrly surprised, the faces of everyone present were quite a sight to behold.


    Nearby, Qi Ping¡¯s assistant, with sharp foresight, tugged on Qi Ping who was about to explode: "Teacher Qi, this is President Fu, who has been dominating the financial sector for more than half the year."


    Qi Ping¡¯s expression suddenly shifted.


    He might not recognize the man, but he had heard the name many times before.


    "Did he bully you?"


    Jiang Mian, soft and pliant, leaned into Fu Sichen¡¯s embrace, her voice tenderlyining, "He was being condescending, even belittling my parents, and just now, he bullied me and Sister Qianning..."


    The drama was unfolding swiftly, with even a mist forming in her beautiful eyes.

 Chapter 324: You Don’t Have to Film, I’ll Invest When We Get Back

    <h4>Chapter 324: Chapter 324: You Don¡¯t Have to Film, I¡¯ll Invest When We Get Back</h4>


    Qi Ping was at a loss for words; his entertainmentpany had just been established, and he knew all too well that Fu Sichen could actually bring it down.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s beautiful eyes moved as her voice, tinged with a mocking sweetness, asked with a chill, "Should I kneel or..."


    Before she could finish her sentence, there was a "thud" from the venue.


    "I was wrong! President Fu, I shouldn¡¯t have momentarily disparaged your inws and your wife."


    "Please, oh great one, forgive my pettiness, forgive me."


    Oh my god!!


    This really was something you don¡¯t see every day.


    "We don¡¯t have to shoot this movie, when we go back I can invest in another one for you."


    Fu Sichen spoke, adoringly ying with Jiang Mian¡¯s delicate fingers, his eyes and brows softened, not showing any of the previous coldness.


    Jiang Mian pouted her lips, "Nah, I said I won¡¯t rely on you."


    "Fine, don¡¯t rely on me. Let¡¯s get this sorted out today, and thene home with me to rest for a few days."


    "Mhm."


    Lastly, everyone witnessed the Director and the Producer stopping Jiang Mian, all humbly apologizing to this ancestor.


    Luo Ting was anxious about what had happened and finally realized something when she saw Qi Pinging out with a swollen face.


    News about the incident quickly leaked online.


    usations of Jiang Mian bullying her seniors and being arrogant were brought up.


    Soon, staff released what had happened at the venue, along with videos from before and after Fu Sichen¡¯s arrival.


    Public opinion quickly reversed.


    [At least Jiang Mian is a miss of the Lin Family, but Qi Ping didn¡¯t give her any face at all]


    [Everyone older knows Qi Ping¡¯s style is really poor]


    [The miss really is ridding the people of a nuisance!!]


    [This video is satisfying!! Heard that Qi Ping was dragged out with a beaten face haha]


    ...


    After taking some time off, Jiang Mian still liked the movie, and considering there were also a few seniors she wanted to learn from, she ended up taking part in the film.


    At first, everyone was somewhat wary of her because of her background, afraid of identally offending her.


    Aside from working with Wen Qianning, no one else dared to talk much with Jiang Mian on set.


    Eventually, her drinking buddy group with Wen Qianning grew, and people gradually came to realize that Jiang Mian was genuinely kind-hearted and had a good nature.


    Even Luo Ting mentioned that this period of work on set had greatly improved her acting and connections in every aspect.


    "There¡¯s a brand event interview, it just so happens to be in Hai City, I¡¯ll pick you upter, and I¡¯ve already informed the set."


    At the set, sometimes Luo Ting hadn¡¯t even spoken before the Director or Producer readily gave approval for time off.


    After finishing her scenes, Jiang Mian had a call with Luo Ting discussing the approximate flow of the uing interview.


    Yangyang helped her get ready, and a group of them went to another studio base.


    Jiang Mian looked at some of the interview questions in her hand, flipped through them casually, and set them aside.


    "Aren¡¯t you going to look at them again?"


    Jiang Mian lifted her brows slightly, her voicezy, "They arranged a special interview, I have no idea what the brand is thinking."


    Luo Ting thought: This ancestor doesn¡¯t need any hints, clear as crystal.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s previous solo interviews or question sessions always generated a lot of buzz.


    This time she earned a new title¡ª


    [Queen of Interviews]


    Every interview guaranteed golden quotes and memorable moments.

 Chapter 325: Wheat-Colored Skin Really Hits Me

    <h4>Chapter 325: Chapter 325: Wheat-Colored Skin Really Hits Me</h4>


    Quotable moments and famous scenes were guaranteed during the interview.


    "Alright, let¡¯s wee our brand ambassador Jiang Mian to the stage."


    The host cued Jiang Mian, who lifted her gown slightly, smiled at the camera, and sat down.


    "Hello everyone, I¡¯m Jiang Mian."


    ...


    The usual routine questions followed, alongside introductions to the brand¡¯s philosophy.


    The procedure gradually moved forward until the host began to cue into Jiang Mian¡¯s daily life¡ª


    "It¡¯s a coincidence that Teacher Jiang is also filming in Hai City right now, how do you find it?"


    Jiang Mian honestly replied, "I¡¯ve learned a lot, and everyone really gets along well. The guidance from other teachers on improving my acting is something I couldn¡¯t get anywhere else."


    "Throwing Thousands of Gold" was indeed meaningful to her.


    Many from the production team sat together watching Jiang Mian¡¯s live broadcast.


    "I¡¯m really about to cry from being so touched."


    "I¡¯mpletely a fan now, this woman¡¯s charisma is too great."


    After the host gradually asked a few more questions, she paused for two seconds, "Teacher Jiang, it¡¯s well known all over the inte that you have a boyfriend, may I boldly ask how you two first met?"


    "Since everyone seems to favor the idea of a youthful, milk-and-wolf kind of guy."


    People in the know in the production team outrightughed in front of the screen.


    What youthful feel?


    When her boyfriend gets fierce, who can withstand him?


    That youthful feel on the inte doesn¡¯t match President Fu at all.


    When it came to her boyfriend, Jiang Mian¡¯s eyes curved, her red lips smeared with a faint smile, "To rify, he doesn¡¯t have that youthful look everyone sees, we met purely because he was very manly!! His wheat-colored skin really attracted me!!"


    Tsk tsk tsk.


    People in the know understood which time Jiang Mian was talking about.


    "Hey, so the two really got together by a fluke from that variety show, huh?"


    Some people from the production team started discussing it.


    "President Fu said earlier about being childhood sweethearts with his wife, there were many viewers rooting for them during that variety show, and both seemed to pretend not to know each other."


    ...


    Wheat-colored???


    The host was a bit startled, "In photos, your boyfriend looks quite fair."


    Jiang Mian raised her slender index finger and waved, "Now hecks a bit of the manly vibe from back then, missing a bit of that vor."


    Wow...


    Jiang Xiaomian really has guts to say anything.


    "Really, who would have thought President Fu was like this in private, plus Teacher Jiang really speaks viciously."


    Not sparing her own husband at all.


    The discerning Qianning faintly smiled, "What they have is called marital fun."


    After the interview, Jiang Mian started to check trending topics on Weibo, and her own name was already listed.


    Susu Big Baby: "[{photo} You¡¯re wee. I made this while watching the live broadcast.]"


    Jiang Xiaomian: "[???]"


    Susu Big Baby: "[Do you understand putting food on the table! I haven¡¯t updated my ount for over two months now, look at your child starving to death]"


    Jiang Xiaomian: "[...]"


    Jiang Mian looked at the drawing by Su Lixing, showing a man and a woman with significant skin tone contrasts, embracing under a streetlight, restrained yet lost.


    Under the light and shadow, other than their figures, everything around them became a backdrop.


    Rich in atmosphere.


    This photo had a prototype; shortly after they registered their marriage, Fu Sichen was about to leave for the army, which might be for a long time.


    He took the initiative to hug Jiang Mian that night; they stood under the streetlight for a long time.


    With the breeze brushing past her ears, she only heard each other¡¯s heartbeats.


    "Yangyang, how¡¯s the fan count for the Chen Mian couple super-topic now?"


    Hmm??


    Yangyang looked up, feeling momentarily misheard.


    Sister Mianmian was actually taking the initiative to ask about the Chen Mian couple¡¯s super-topic.


    She checked it and said, "It¡¯s already 5,000. As far as I know, many from the production team are following it."


    Jiang Mian¡¯s red lips twisted, her tone careless, "Do you need me to repeat the daily promotional script you¡¯ve been pushing?"

 Chapter 326: President Fu Goes Dark for Love

    <h4>Chapter 326: Chapter 326: President Fu Goes Dark for Love</h4>


    Ever since the crew found out about Jiang Mian and Fu Sichen¡¯s rtionship, Yangyang really turned into a spinning top with a loudspeaker, constantly wandering around and vigorously promoting the fanmunity at every opportunity.


    At least two-thirds of those 5,000 fans could be credited to her efforts.


    Presently at Fu Group.


    After watching the live stream and checking the trending topics, Fu Sichen opened his phone.


    "Sister Mianmian, just doing my job hehe."


    Fu Sichen: "Is being tanned more manly?"


    The reply on the other end came instantly.


    Su Yuchuan: "Wow, caring about what your wife thinks, huh? After dating, their impression of soldiers changedpletely."


    Su Yuchuan: "Just like Jiang Xiaomian spotting you in the crowd, in addition to your features, your skin tone back then was truly handsome."


    At that time, Su Yuchuan himself wanted to tan just like that, plus have abs.


    No wonder it would set a woman¡¯s heart racing.


    Fu Sichen pondered over the conversation, and after a long moment: "Xu Lai."


    Xu Lai hastily entered: "What is it, President Fu?"


    Fu Sichen checked the time: "Book me a beauty salon that does tanning."


    ?!!!


    Xu Lai couldn¡¯t hold back and blurted out reflexively: "What?"


    Tanning?!


    Beauty salon?!!!


    His mind immediately connected this to what his wife had said during the live stream.


    Fu Sichen lifted his gaze, his deep ck eyes somewhat inscrutable, his voice slightly deep: "Problem?"


    "No... no problem."


    Xu Lai took out his phone to make a note: "President Fu, when would you like to schedule the appointment?"


    "My wife¡¯s movie is about to wrap up, right?"


    Xu Lai checked the memo on his phone and nodded: "Yes, if everything goes as nned, the shoot should wrap up by the end of this month, which is in two weeks."


    He nced at some notes about tanning and added: "President Fu, if you want it to look natural, it¡¯s best if you go in the next two days."


    In two weeks, when his wife returns, he should have a perfect wheatish tan.


    Fu Sichen¡¯s naturalplexion was fair, only tanned from his time in the army, and after he was discharged, he regained his paleplexion quickly; almost a yearter, his skin was already on the colder side of pale.


    "Then let¡¯s schedule it for tomorrow."


    "All right, President Fu."


    Xu Lai confirmed the details of the beauty salon and the exact time for tomorrow with Fu Sichen and then left the office.


    He pulled out a piece of paper, busy trying to wipe the sweat from his palms.


    This news, if it got out, would absolutely cause a sensation.


    Xu Lai even had a hot search term in mind.


    #PresidentFuTansForLove#


    Short for purely in love warrior, a husband infatuated with his wife.


    ¡ª


    Jiang Mian¡¯s film schedule progressed smoothly, and working with these talented actors made everyone¡¯s workflow quite fast.


    The wrap-up came ahead of schedule.


    "Teacher Jiang, looking forward to working with you again in the future."


    After working together for over two months, both the director and producer grew exceptionally fond of Jiang Mian.


    Jiang Mian nodded slightly: "Thank you, Director and Producer, for your care these past few weeks."


    Yangyang followed behind, distributing gifts to each of them, all personally prepared by Jiang Mian, from actors to crew members, no one was left out.


    "Sister Qianning, see you in North City, looking forward to your and Teacher Lu¡¯s wedding."


    Wen Qianning hadn¡¯t wrapped up yet; after this film, she would almost immediately start preparing for her wedding with Lu Yunzhou.


    "See you in North City, remember to bring more of your family¡¯s fine wine."


    Ever since she tasted it, Wen Qianning had been thinking about it incessantly.


    Apart from Wen Qianning, the person Jiang Mian was most grateful to was Yu Shuhua; she had learned a lot from her during this time and also taken many of her suggestions.


    While still young, one should seize the opportunity to study more and strive more, not to worry about rankings; good scripts and character designs will bring different challenges, which is what one should grasp most right now.


    Yu Shuhua stepped forward and hugged Jiang Mian: "I also thank you, it¡¯s been a wonderful two months working together."


    Jiang Mian handed the gift she had prepared to Yu Shuhua: "Your gift, the moment I saw it, it seemed like it had your name on it."


    "Thank you."


    ...


    Due to time constraints, Jiang Mian didn¡¯t linger over long goodbyes with everyone and hurried to catch her ne back to North City.


    The Novel will be updated first on this website. Come back and


    continue reading tomorrow, everyone!

 Chapter 327: You and President Fu Really?!!

    <h4>Chapter 327: Chapter 327: You and President Fu Really?!!</h4>


    ---


    In the nanny van


    Jiang Mian was looking down, sending a message.


    Jiang Xiaomian: "Surprise inspection, what are you up to, man!"


    The chat history between the two of them was still where it had beenst time.


    Fu Sichen didn¡¯t reply to the message, and Jiang Mian put away her phone.


    Luo Ting couldn¡¯t help but tease, "Missing your hubby?"


    Jiang Mian¡¯s red lips curved slightly, her tone bold and legitimate, "It¡¯s perfectly legal and reasonable for me to miss my husband."


    But that damn man, who knows what work he¡¯s busy with.


    Luo Ting had already messaged Xu Lai privately and asked him in secret.


    Xu Lai: "Wow, Madame finished filming so early?"


    Luo Ting: "Just want to give your boss a little surprise."


    Xu Lai: "President Fu has a coboration in Li Country; he may not be back that soon..."


    Luo Ting looked at the schedule, and Jiang Mian just happened to have an event at Li Country¡¯s Fashion Week. It seemed feasible to depart early as there was quite a gap in her schedule.


    "I¡¯ve booked my flight to Li Country¡¯s Fashion Week for tomorrow morning."


    Hmm??


    That¡¯s so sudden!


    Just as Jiang Mian was about to say something, her phone vibrated.


    Susu Big Baby: "I¡¯m in Li Country,e y {photo}"


    The photo showed Su Lixing having justnded, taking a selfie with a man who was on the phone in the background.


    Susu Big Baby: "Jiang Xiaomian, hurry over, your hubby¡¯s here too! And there¡¯s an auction! Bright Moon Star! @Jiang Xiaomian"


    !!!!!


    Jiang Mian¡¯s gaze settled on thest four words.


    "Bright Moon Star."


    She had set her sights on this ne since high school, but at that time, it had been bought by a private buyer and then seemingly vanished.


    Now it had turned up at an auction, and Jiang Mian definitely wouldn¡¯t let it slip through her fingers this time.


    Pei Jingyue: "What a coincidence, I¡¯m also in Li Country. There¡¯s a minor explorer¡¯s event that I¡¯m joining in on for the fun."


    Jiang Mian: "I¡¯m just shooting a movie, and somehow it¡¯s all in Li Country."


    Luo Ting, sitting nearby, added, "To my knowledge, your husband is also in Li Country."


    Big Brother had also justnded in Li Country, probably for some major financial conference.


    Jiang Mian checked the auction timing; it was tomorrow evening...


    "Let¡¯s go, tonight."


    "Sure... huh?"


    Luo Ting pondered Jiang Mian¡¯s words from a moment ago, "Tonight?"


    "We fly tonight and will get there past midnight. We can sleep on the ne."


    The flight from Hua Country to Li Country takes around five to six hours, even longer with transfers.


    Jiang Mian looked at a flight around ten o¡¯clock at night and directly booked two first-ss tickets.


    Jiang Mian let Yangyang go back to rest for a few days since she had been with the crew the whole time.


    *


    Big Brother: "Have you wrapped up the shoot?"


    Jiang Mian received a message from Fu Sichen on vx when she arrived at the airport.


    Big Brother: "I¡¯m on a business trip these days, just taking a mid-meeting break."


    Big busy man.


    Jiang Mian was about to reply with a slight smile on her lips when she heard someone shout from the crowd, "Jiang Xiaomian!"


    Luo Ting jolted and looked around nervously. Their trip to Li Country was supposed to be public only in a couple of days.


    Today was meant to be a secret trip, and they hadn¡¯t alerted the airport ahead of time, so if people swarmed them, the consequences could be bad.


    Jiang Mian looked up and saw a few girls waving at them from a distance.


    They must be Gingers.


    Jiang Mian, her face hidden by a mask, subtly gestured to the women not far away, cing her slender index finger to her lips.


    "Right, right, we¡¯re too loud."


    The three girls jogged up to Jiang Mian, and Luo Ting instinctively positioned herself in front of Jiang Mian, "Shush! Keep it down, it¡¯s a private trip."


    What private trip??


    The three girls looked at each other, bewildered.


    One of the girls looked around, even more cautious than Jiang Mian and Luo Ting: "Jiang Xiaomian, is it true with you and President Fu?!"

 Chapter 328: Change Seats?

    <h4>Chapter 328: Chapter 328: Change Seats?</h4>


    As soon as these words came out, Jiang Mian and Luo Ting were dumbfounded.


    Three warriors had arrived.


    Before the two could figure out how to respond, one of the girls continued, "We are fans of you and President Fu¡¯s couple, we support Chen Mian couple through thick and thin."


    Luo Ting immediately responded, "Sorry, this is Jiang Xiaomian¡¯s private life."


    The group still wanted to insist, but a gentle voice came from the broadcast, "Dear passengers, from North City to Li Country¡¯s Mi City..."


    "We need to board first, thank you for your support~"


    Having said that, Jiang Mian and Luo Ting rushed off to catch their flight.


    Once everything had settled and they werefortably seated, Jiang Mian found a cozy position, put on her headphones, and nced at Sister Ting, who was still on her phone, "What¡¯s up with you? The ne is about to take off."


    "Just checking out the online activity."


    Luo Ting was already intimidated by the fervent fans of the couple; there might even be updates about Jiang Mian¡¯s itinerary online.


    Just as Jiang Mian was about to put on her eye mask and prepare to sleep, a pleasant female voice came from not too far away, "Teacher Jiang."


    Hmm??


    Jiang Mian looked up, finding the woman somewhat familiar.


    The woman in front of her took off her mask, her face all smiles, "Long time no see, Guan Xinyu."


    Jiang Mian had a faint recollection, the woman she was nominated withst time, the one who had won the award.


    "Long time no see, Teacher Guan."


    Guan Xinyu did not speak.


    Luo Ting politely started, "Teacher Guan, is there something you need?"


    With an embarrassed smile, Guan Xinyu¡¯s agent spoke, "We have an awkward request. The flight was booked hastily, only economy ss was avable. By chance, we saw Teacher Jiang and Agent Luo at the registration. I wonder if we could switch seats with you and Xinyu."


    "Agent Luo and I could also discuss some experiences about managing artists."


    Luo Ting thought to herself: Damn! Don¡¯t try to stick close, my artist is different from yours. What¡¯s there to discuss? No need!


    Jiang Mian gave Luo Ting a meaningful look and said with a light smile, "Teacher Guan, Sister Ting is pretty tired these days, she probably just wants to flop down and sleep, she bought her own ticket, why are you asking me?"


    Luo Ting thought to herself: I¡¯m crying my heart out here!!


    Guan Xinyu stayed quiet, and her agent looked towards Luo Ting, "Agent Luo, I wonder if..."


    Luo Ting yawned lightly, "Really sorry, Teacher Jiang and I have some matters to discuss, and we really need to restter, I apologize."


    With Jiang Xiaomian backing her, Luo Ting felt even more justified.


    Besides, she had been in the agent circle for so many years, certainly carried some clout, who could just switch like that.


    At thest minute, the flight attendant came over smiling, her voice sweet, "Ladies, hello, the ne is about to take off, please take your seats~"


    A fleeting strange look in Guan Xinyu¡¯s eyes, she smiled, "I¡¯ve said it, sister, this is too troublesome for everyone, we¡¯ll go back to our own seats."


    Before leaving, she gave Jiang Mian a meaningful look, "Sorry for disturbing you, Teacher Jiang, see you at the Fashion Week."


    "No disturbance, see you at Fashion Week."


    As the two left the first-ss cabin, Luo Ting started to talk openly, "How can she have no sense of boundaries."


    Pretending to be so familiar right off the bat.


    Obviously, Jiang Xiaomian and her artist were almostpetitors, definitely the allure of the first-ss cabin.


    Jiang Mian pulled down the eye mask and lying down murmured, "You¡¯ll be busy when wend."


    What??


    Luo Ting didn¡¯t catch it, almost about to ask what that meant, but then she saw Jiang Mian had fallen asleep.


    That was fast.


    Might as well get some sleep too, she¡¯ll have to deal with the jetg once they reach Li Country.

 Chapter 329: It’s not like there are no private jets at home

    <h4>Chapter 329: Chapter 329: It¡¯s not like there are no private jets at home</h4>


    *


    By the time the airne hadnded and the two of them had gotten into the car, it was already past four in the morning in Hua Country, while in Li Country, the sun was just setting.


    The rosy glow of the sky cast off itsst flush.


    After turning on her phone, Jiang Mian needed to find out about Fu Sichen¡¯s whereabouts.


    Jiang Xiaomian: "Are you alone right now, or with my brother?"


    Susu Big Baby: "Hotels are so boring, their business meeting is dragging on forever."


    If it wasn¡¯t for the fact that she could hang out with Lin Chen here after it ended, she wouldn¡¯t havee by herself.


    Who would have thought the meeting wouldst all day!!


    She¡¯d been duped!!


    Jiang Xiaomian: "Which hotel?"


    Generally, the hotels for their business meetings were all booked by the organizer, all in the same ce.


    Fu Sichen was probably in the same ce too.


    Susu Big Baby: "{Location}"


    A few secondster, Jiang Mian received a crazed literary dispatch from Su Lixing.


    Susu Big Baby: "You¡¯re in Li Country now!!! Hurry up ande keep mepany!!"


    ???


    Jiang Mian¡¯s brow furrowed slightly; she and Su Lixing weren¡¯t exactly telepathically linked to that extent.


    "Jiang Mian, you¡¯re trending again."


    Luo Ting was scrolling through her phone, liaising with thepany¡¯s Public Rtions department, mainly dealing with some minor fluctuations in impact.


    Guan Xinyu v: "Made ast-minute decision, sweet dreams in economy ss~{Photo}"


    A selfie of Guan Xinyu.


    Thements below were uniformly praiseful and adoring.


    That wasn¡¯t the issue, but then suddenly, a fan mentioned in passing¡ª


    "Isn¡¯t Jiang Mian also on the ne? I remember her flight to Li Country wasn¡¯t scheduled for today."


    At the same moment, people from the first ss section of the ne came out and said: Today on the ne, they encountered Jiang Mian and Guan Xinyu; the two were so stunning they couldn¡¯t be ignored.


    Some had seen Guan Xinyu and her agente over to ask Jiang Mian and her agent to switch seats.


    Guan Xinyu¡¯s agent was quite friendly, talking about discussing celebrity-handling and such, but Jiang Mian¡¯s group declined, saying they needed to rest.


    Later, when the ne was about to take off, the stewardess asked them to return to their own seats, and the attitudes on both sides were pretty good.


    Guan Xinyu didn¡¯t pull a long face or anything because she was refused; all in all, they were both beautiful and generous.


    Theizens were being objective, but it sparked dissatisfaction among a small portion of Guan Xinyu¡¯s fans.


    "What tired and need to rest, our Guan Guan has also been filming back-to-back and catching flights non-stop."


    "Both trips are sudden, so howe one gets first ss and one¡¯s in economy ss? Missy, don¡¯t bully usmon folk."


    "A six-hour flight, I feel bad for our Guan Guan."


    ...


    Jiang Mian scrolled through thements, her tonezy: "See, got stuff to deal with the moment we get off the ne."


    Guan Xinyu had climbed to her position not only through her own efforts and appearance but also with significant support from her team, which entailed a bit of cunning and tactics.


    It¡¯s just that this incident had literally dropped into Jiang Mian¡¯sp while she was sitting quietly at home.


    Susu Big Baby: "Howe when you fly to Li Country, people curse at you?"


    Jiang Xiaomian: "Fame brings trouble/unable.jpg./"


    Jiang Mian directly sent the screenshot of the ticket purchase to Luo Ting: "Prove that it was bought through official channels, quick hands, nothing to be done about it."


    Back then, there were indeed only two first ss tickets left, and Jiang Mian had snagged them on impulse.


    Jiang Mian Personal Studio v: "ns were quitest-minute, but obtained by legal means through official channels {Photo}"


    The studio¡¯s Weibo had just been posted when it was immediately retweeted by the Lin Group¡¯s official ount.


    Lin Group v: "Our youngdy has no need for underhanded maneuvers to secure a first-ss seat, the family doesn¡¯tck private jets after all."


    Checkmate!!!


    The official ount¡¯s words wereid out nonchntly, but the face-p stung resoundingly.

 Chapter 330: Wife’s Brain

    <h4>Chapter 330: Chapter 330: Wife¡¯s Brain</h4>


    "[Others didn¡¯t grab it, but they¡¯re morally kidnapping us. Some fans really went too far]"


    "[In this matter, Jiang Mian is clearly the most innocent, she bought her own ticket and took her own seat, yet she has to face sanctions for others]"


    "[The official ount is boss, I wish I could have a private jet too, sob!]"


    "[Yeah, if someone has a private jet, why bother with all this mess]"


    ...


    Jiang Mian was stunned for two seconds by the speed of the reposts from the official ount; wasn¡¯t her brother in a meeting? How could he follow the drama this quickly?!


    Could it be over? Then Fu Sichen would know.


    Susu Big Baby: "[Where are you, girl? There¡¯s still two hours left in their meeting, oh my god, I¡¯m gonna starve to death.]"


    Capitalists aren¡¯t about a few million here and there.


    How much money was lost today.


    Still two hours...


    Then this matter¡ª


    was the work of the two elders at home.


    Jiang Mian curved her red lips and sent a message on WeChat to her parents.


    Jiang Xiaomian: "[Children with parents truly are treasures.]"


    Old Lin: "[Nonsense, you are a treasure, the kind that¡¯s the apple of my eye.]"


    After Jiang Mian arrived at the hotel, Su Lixing immediately gave her a big hug downstairs.


    "You¡¯re finally here, I was so bored."


    Jiang Mian¡¯s suitcase...


    "Do you know which room Fu Sichen is in?"


    Su Lixing shook her head; she had been escorted in by Lin Chen and couldn¡¯t distinguish north from south.


    The hotel had strict security check-ins; Jiang Mian and Luo Ting wouldn¡¯t have been able to enter if Su Lixing hadn¡¯te down to fetch her.


    Just as the three of them reached the elevator, they were stopped again: "Miss, please show your invitation."


    What invitation??


    Su Lixing, arm in arm with Jiang Mian, confidently said, "Can¡¯t you tell? Jiang Mian, President Lin of Lin Group¡¯s own sister."


    The staff member remained impassive: "I¡¯m sorry, Miss. President Lin registered only you as family, ording to the rules, we can¡¯t let them go up."


    Su Lixing/Jiang Mian: "..."


    Thoroughly conscientious.


    Standing behind, Luo Ting took out her phone: "I¡¯ll contact Xu Lai to see."


    Soon, the call went through, and after a brief conversation, Xu Lai arrived in a hurry with a pass: "Madam."


    That was sudden.


    Xu Lai spoke a few words with the staff, then made a new registration and handed the room card to Jiang Mian, preparing to watch the group go upstairs.


    "Don¡¯t tell Fu Sichen I¡¯m here, want to surprise him."


    "Of course, madam."


    Xu Lai wiped the sweat from his brow after the elevator doors closed.


    What a surprise.


    Maybe the madam will be the one surprisedter.


    The business meeting finally ended, and people gradually started leaving.


    Lin Chen walked over to Fu Sichen and joked, "Long time no see, President Fu. Did you go to inspect work in Africa?"


    It hadn¡¯t been long since theyst met, but Fu Sichen had be the brightest presence in the meeting.


    His tan skin was irresistible to look at.


    Among the crowd of fair and yellow skin tones, he stood out distinctly.


    Fu Sichen responded with a smile rather than anger, his thin lips curved in a slight grin: "My wife likes it."


    Your wife? Jiang Mian??


    Lin Chen¡¯s smile suddenly stiffened; when did this happen?


    The assistant cleverly pulled out his phone and found the live interview video Jiang Mian had done and showed it to Lin Chen: "President Lin, it¡¯s this one."


    After Lin Chen watched it, Fu Sichen and Xu Lai had already walked far away.


    He stared at Fu Sichen¡¯s retreating back and couldn¡¯t helpughing.


    Fu Sichen, this brother-inw, sure did listen to his own sister.


    Truly henpecked.

 Chapter 331: My Wife Likes It

    <h4>Chapter 331: Chapter 331: My Wife Likes It</h4>


    *


    "Is thedy here?"


    Xu Lai fell silent for two seconds. Wasn¡¯t President Fu in a meeting? How did he get the information so quickly?


    Fu Sichen nced at his phone and said, "The timestamp shows she checked in an hour and a half ago."


    A misstep, the contact binding on their end meant President Fu would immediately get a notification.


    Xu Lai nodded, "Yes, thedy might be with Miss Su."


    Because this business conference was particrly grand, the surrounding area was tightly controlled, so it¡¯s likely that thedy and Miss Su could only move around the hotel vicinity for now.


    Fu Sichen¡¯s thin lips slightly curled, he was about to walk out.


    "President Fu, there are a lot of reporters outside today, you going out like this..."


    Now that the business meeting had ended, the ce was definitely swarming with major media, and one couldn¡¯t avoid a barrage of interviews and questions.


    However, since Sichen had tanned, he¡¯d been away on a business trip until today and hadn¡¯t been in the public eye much.


    Today¡¯s business conference, however, had shocked many.


    Throughout this day of meetings, President Fu had no idea how many secretive nces he had received from others.


    Sichen¡¯s steps didn¡¯t slow down, and Xu Lai immediately followed him.


    The shbulbs outside the door didn¡¯t stop, and the bustling sound, slightly overwhelming, filled the air.


    An alert reporter caught a glimpse of someone walking out: "Quick, quick, someone else ising out."


    Many media had already set up their heavy cameras, microphones at the ready, poised to greet whoever came out.


    When Fu Sichen and Xu Lai appeared before the crowd, the noisy group fell silent for a few seconds.


    Even several burly security guards couldn¡¯t help but turn back for a second look.


    What an imposing presence.


    This silence was much more effective than a loudspeaker.


    A few secondster, still not quite believing it, whispers began to spread through the crowd.


    "Is that President Fu?"


    "I don¡¯t dare ask, but wasn¡¯t President Fu fair-skinned when he came back? Howe he¡¯s got a military tan now?"


    A few young girls had stars in their eyes: "Oh my god, a suit and a tan, so sexy."


    "Hey, hey, focus on work, don¡¯t swoon."


    Xu Lai had not expected the scene at the door to be like this.


    Escorted by his bodyguards, Sichen was already approaching the car door.


    Xu Lai was about to open the door for Sichen when the media,ing to their senses, surged forward¡ª


    "President Fu, you¡¯ve returned to your previous skin tone after reappearing in the public eye, what¡¯s the reason for this?"


    "President Fu, is this skin color due to artificial effects or sunburn?"


    With such an even tan, everyone had already ruled out thetter possibility.


    The press each fired off their questions, the bodyguards almost got squeezed in the fray.


    "Keep your distance! Maintain distance!! Everyone, pay attention to safety!!"


    Fu Sichen looked at the camera lenses, his voice calm andced with slight amusement, "My wife likes it."


    No sooner had he spoken than he bent over and got into the car.


    Xu Lai quickly moved to the driver¡¯s seat up front and expertly drove off.


    They had left him sweating from the tight squeeze of the crowd just now.


    As everyone watched the car drive away, the crowd burst into a frenzy, with media already contacting their domestic offices to hurry and release news to seize the headlines.


    "Quick!! ¡¯President Fu tans for love¡¯ ¨C that¡¯s the theme!! Don¡¯t hesitate, get on it!"


    "Damn, that was so cool!!"


    "Hey!! Did you see what I sent you? Pass it along, get the press release out, fast!!"


    The battle for the headline¡¯s heat was on to see which mediapany would publish first.

 Chapter 332: You... Why have you turned dark?

    <h4>Chapter 332: Chapter 332: You... Why have you turned dark?</h4>


    A group of reporters hadpletely forgotten about the several CEOs and board directors who came out behind.


    Lin Chen got into the car and smiled faintly, "This is the first time I¡¯ve had such a smooth exit."


    The feeling of not having microphones thrust in my face is really nice.


    Plus, I¡¯ve got my brother-inw to thank for that, as well as my sister¡¯s good training.


    "President Lin, Miss Su and the young miss seem to be ying at the hotel¡¯s swimming pool right now."


    The young miss.


    So, my little sister is here.


    No wonder Fu Sichen was strutting like a peacock.


    Lin Chen didn¡¯t say much, "Let¡¯s go, heading back."


    The news spread quickly and was immediately broadcast across the entire domesticwork.


    #President Fu gets a tan for his wife#


    The ssic moment was the sentence he said, "My wife likes it."


    [Ahhhh! The God of Pure Love has fallen at the sound!]


    [I don¡¯t even know how many times I¡¯ve soul-transposed into Mrs. Fu; who exactly is Mrs. Fu?!]


    [I didn¡¯t notice when President Fu was in the army, but who would¡¯ve thought that this wheatish skin color goes even better with suits (just wiped my phone screen clean)]


    [Lady hooligans everywhere in thement section hahaha, sorry I¡¯m one of them too!]


    ...


    Meanwhile, the Fu Group was particrly lively.


    With both the CEO and his assistant away, they had some reprieve after finishing their projects, and the entire building started to get into the gossip.


    "Hey hey, look quick, oh my god, is that our President Fu?"


    A few people gathered around to watch videos, animated GIFs, and a series of photos from various media.


    "Keep it together, don¡¯t drool all over."


    There were a few younger female employees in the group whose eyes were filled with unabashed adoration.


    "With that face and that figure, President Fu could be a tough guy in the entertainment circle. Rich, handsome, and a god of pure love¡ªholy crap! If I ever find out who Mrs. Fu is, I¡¯ll literally kneel before her every day."


    Jiang Mian: Really no need, I¡¯d like to live a few more years.


    "President Fu really held back a big move, he¡¯s been away on business for half a month, right? It¡¯s like he disappeared, and then he shows up in public with a different skin tone. I¡¯m already looking forward to what President Fu will look like when he returns to the country."


    ...


    Jiang Mian and Su Lixing had swum in the hotel pool for a while before resting on the sun loungers wrapped in bath towels.


    "Seriously, they¡¯re all having such an easy-going, enjoyable time, while we¡¯re here in the hotel getting bored."


    Su Lixing took a sip of juice and naturally reclined on the sun lounger.


    This huge swimming pool was practically deserted.


    "Holy crap! Mianmian! Your husband..."


    Su Lixing happened to open Weibo, saw the top trending topic, and clicked on it right away.


    Suddenly, footsteps were heard in the distance, and Jiang Mian instinctively looked up.


    !!!!!!


    "Mianmian, Mianmian."


    Su Lixing grabbed Jiang Mian¡¯s arm excitedly, "Holy crap! Your husband got a tan!!!"


    Seeing that she got no reaction from Jiang Mian, Su Lixing also looked up.


    The man from the phone was now standing close by.


    Damn...


    He¡¯s looking fierce!


    How did President Fu from the phone get in front of us so suddenly?


    Su Lixing¡¯s gaze swiftly shifted to the man walking casually behind them.


    "Husband!"


    She wrapped herself in a bath towel and trotted towards Lin Chen.


    The man slightly bent down and picked up Su Lixing, "Take it easy when running."


    "You¡¯re finally back, I¡¯ve been so bored to death..."


    As Su Lixing spoke, she also gave Jiang Mian a meaningful look, and their voices faded in the distance.


    Now, only Jiang Mian and Fu Sichen were left at the poolside.


    How...


    This man got a tan?!


    Fu Sichen watched Jiang Mian, who was still standing in ce, not yet back to her senses, and slowly approached, his voice low and chuckling, "What? Don¡¯t recognize your husband anymore?"


    "Fu Sichen, you... how did you get so tanned?"

 Chapter 333: I’ll Check

    <h4>Chapter 333: Chapter 333: I¡¯ll Check</h4>


    "Weren¡¯t you supposed to be on a business trip? Did you go mining for coal instead?"


    He¡¯spletely changed his skin.


    Oh my God!!!


    Fu Sichen looked down with augh bubbling in his throat at the woman in his arms, "Didn¡¯t you say you liked the wheat-colored skin tone?"


    ???


    So you went and got a tan!!!


    Jiang Mian felt a surge of emotions¡ªthis man...


    Her tone suddenly serious, Jiang Mian pulled Fu Sichen towards the bedroom, "Let¡¯s go to the room, I need to inspect."


    Inspect what?


    "To see if the tan is even."


    Fu Sichen smiled indulgently, helplessly allowing Jiang Mian to lead him outside, "It¡¯s uneven."


    ???


    Jiang Mian paused, turning her head to look at Fu Sichen.


    The technique wasn¡¯t up to par?


    Fu Sichen stepped forward and scooped Jiang Mian into his arms, "Everything is fine except for one area that only Mrs. Fu can inspect."


    !!!!!


    Jiang Mian¡¯s fair cheeks instantly flushed red, and she buried her face deep into Fu Sichen¡¯s shoulder.


    That remark¡ª


    So embarrassing!!!


    *


    Jiang Mian was forced to inspect him all night long, until dawn.


    "Fu Sichen! Enough is enough!!"


    Like a floodgate had opened, non-stop!


    Fu Sichen held Jiang Mian¡¯s hand, soothing her, "Alright, alright."


    Jiang Mian and Fu Sichen lingered for a while longer before the sound of running water finally echoed from the bathroom.


    She suddenly thought of Su Lixing¡¯s reaction that evening and impulsively checked her phone.


    #PresidentFuTannedForLove#


    That trending hashtag was still at number one.


    Jiang Mian clicked on the video; the man¡¯s deep, maic voice filled with indulgentughter echoed, "My wife likes it."


    Those five words resonated around the spacious room.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s lips slightly curved in an undetectable smile.


    Susu Big Baby: [I really didn¡¯t see thising, President Fu got a tan!!]


    That woman had just finished her rest.


    Su Lixing¡¯s mind was still filled with the scene from earlier; the wheat color was too sexy.


    She even wanted Lin Chen to get a tan.


    Jiang Xiaomian: [Aren¡¯t you tired, and still thinking about this?]


    Susu Big Baby: [I¡¯m very efficient {photo}]


    The moment Jiang Mian saw the picture, she didn¡¯t know how to describe it.


    Should she say her efficiency was high, or her brother was too lenient towards her.


    This woman had even drawn a contrast image of herself and Fu Sichen in ck and white.


    Susu Big Baby: [Last time¡¯s painting was just a teaser, this is the real deal]


    Su Lixing¡¯s painting had only sketched a rough atmosphere and left the two figures in the middle untouched.


    Susu Big Baby: [You take over the rest, Painter Jiang, the magic is yours to create]


    Jiang Xiaomian: [Thank you so much, I¡¯m about to die of exhaustion]


    Susu Big Baby: [Don¡¯t worry, your husband knows CPR]


    Despite what Jiang Mian said, she slowly got up, took her tablet, saved the photo, uploaded it, and opened the drawing app.


    When Fu Sichen came out of the bathroom, he saw the girl with her hair scattered, head down, and drawing on the tablet.


    "Drawing at this time..."


    Fu Sichen walked over, unhurriedly, his gazending on the tablet and immediately stopped in his tracks.


    Jiang Mian finished detailing, lifted the tablet and asked, "Pretty, isn¡¯t it?"


    "Pretty!"


    Fu Sichen took the tablet, his lips curling in a slight smile, "Didn¡¯t get enough of touchingst night..."


    What a mix-up,pletely different things!


    "Susu, got inspired again, sketched an atmosphere, left two people for me to handle."


    Fu Sichen naturally transferred the photo to his phone, saved it, and set it as his wallpaper.


    !!!!!!

 Chapter 334: Auction

    <h4>Chapter 334: Chapter 334: Auction</h4>


    "Fu Sichen, have you lost your mind? This is the lock screen!!"


    This wasn¡¯t something just anyone could see as soon as the phone lit up.


    "No one touches my phone. I¡¯ll carry you to wash up. Tomorrow, I¡¯ll take you to the auction."


    Mention of the auction brought Jiang Mian¡¯s thoughts straight to it.


    In her mind, there was only the "Bright Moon Star."


    If she could get it tomorrow, she definitely wanted to sleep with it all night...


    ¡ª


    At a high-end auction


    Jiang Mian was a bitte to the auction because she had some business activities to deal with Yangyang during the day.


    She told Fu Sichen not to wait for her and that they could meet upstairs at the auction.


    Luo Ting apanied Jiang Mian to the entrance, only to be stopped at the door: "Miss, please present your invitation."


    She had forgotten about this part. Fu Sichen always entered by facial recognition, and she usually did the same. It seemed she indeed had no invitation.


    The staff, seeing the expression on Jiang Mian¡¯s face, quickly understood: "I¡¯m sorry, miss, but we can¡¯t let you in without an invitation."


    Just as Jiang Mian was about to send a message, the sound of high heels came from behind.


    "Excuse me, could you move aside?"


    Jiang Mian and Luo Ting turned their heads at the same time¡ª


    Guan Xinyu


    There was a man in his early thirties beside her.


    "Isn¡¯t that Teacher Jiang? Trying to get in without an invitation."


    The man beside her nced at Jiang Mian and quickly spoke up, "Hey, don¡¯t talk nonsense. She¡¯s the young mistress of the Lin Group. How could she not get in?"


    "Indeed. Well, we¡¯ll be heading inside first."


    The man with Guan Xinyu handed over the invitation, and Guan Xinyu slowly disappeared into the distance.


    Luo Ting was itching with anger: "It seems,pared to before, those people¡¯s acting was nothingpared to Guan Xinyu¡¯s."


    Guan Xinyu had a very good reputation in everyone¡¯s eyes.


    Even Luo Ting had a positive impression of her before, genuinely congratting her when she won the Best Neer award.


    Even Jiang Mian herself felt that she needed to hone her skills. Her acting was not enough.


    Jiang Mian took out her phone and sent a message, her red lips curving up slightly: "Otherwise, how could she have won the Best Neer award?"


    Soon, someone came out to fetch Jiang Mian: "Sorry, sorry, Miss Jiang."


    He also gave a bit of a lecture to the staff at the door and then respectfully led Jiang Mian and Luo Ting inside.


    "President Fu is in the second-floor private box."


    The first floor was surrounded by a ring of desserts and various types of champagne and wine, with the separate auction seating areas in the center.


    The auction hadn¡¯t started yet, and everyone was mingling in the middle.


    "Teacher Jiang, you were stuck at the door just now. How did you get in now?"


    Guan Xinyu¡¯s sharp eyes identally caught a glimpse of that familiar figure.


    Luo Ting lowered her voice: "Now I¡¯m sure, she isn¡¯t just holding a grudge over airne seats; she¡¯s clearly looking for trouble with you on purpose."


    Thinking of the uing "Bright Moon Star," Jiang Mian felt pretty good: "How could I, the young mistress of the Lin Group, not get in? You rely on a man, I rely on my parents. Six of one, half a dozen of the other."


    "Miss Jiang, Xinyu is my girlfriend, not what you think," the man with Guan Xinyu replied.


    Jiang Mian looked at the man; he seemed familiar.


    He looked a bit like a director from Fu Sichen¡¯spany.


    She shrugged nonchntly, "No need to exin to me."


    As she finished speaking, Jiang Mian, in her high heels, moved to ascend the stairs, while Guan Xinyu wanted to say something more but was directly blocked by the staff at the staircase: "Sorry, but the upstairs is not essible to just anyone."


    "What about Jiang Mian..."


    The man next to Guan Xinyu pulled her back, signaling her to speak less: "After all, she¡¯s the heiress to Lin¡¯s International Bank."


    As far as he knew, President Lin was also there, so it waspletely reasonable for Jiang Mian to be able to go upstairs.

 Chapter 335: Take All the Shots You Can

    <h4>Chapter 335: Chapter 335: Take All the Shots You Can</h4>


    Jiang Mian had just ascended to the second floor when she heard the familiar sound, "Forget everything else, nobody is allowed topete with me for this Xi Zi porcin piece."


    Leisurely standing at the door, she watched Su Lixing talk to her older brother with a proud and spoiled tone and couldn¡¯t help but speak out, "Tsk tsk tsk, sister-inw, you¡¯re a bit domineering."


    "Little sister, you¡¯ve walked into the wrong room, your husband is next door."


    Jiang Mian¡¯s red lips curved slightly, her tone light and yful, "I know."


    In the next room, the coffee table had been set with the brochure for today¡¯s auction.


    As Jiang Mian entered with her high heels, Fu Sichen had already turned his head, their gazes meeting, and the man reached out to pull Jiang Mian to his side, "Take a look at whatever you like."


    Jiang Mian took the brochure and started circling items with a pen.


    Luo Ting, sitting on the side, suddenly felt a bit relieved; there were not many items marked this time, it seemed that their little ancestor knew to restrain herself, bing frugal and thrifty.


    Fu Sichen took the brochure, nced over it, and his thin lips curved slightly, "So you don¡¯t want what¡¯s circled?"


    !!!!


    Luo Ting nearly slid off her chair.


    There were only a few items circled.


    Jiang Mian took a sip of the fruit wine passed by Fu Sichen and said, "Mm, we can consider the others, but keep a close eye on the Bright Moon Star."


    Fu Sichen closed the brochure and set it aside, a light smile on his lips, "Mm, we¡¯ll bid on them all."


    Jiang Mian naturally leaned on Fu Sichen and began toin, "Since when did my Lin Family miss¡¯s title be worthless?"


    Fu Sichen knew what Jiang Mian was referring to, and his distinct fingers curled around a lock of Jiang Mian¡¯s hair, "Miss, you should go out more and show your face."


    The Lin Family was very protective of Jiang Mian, to the point where she was hardly seen in public before, and even her age was unclear to the outside world.


    In addition, the Lin Family¡¯s businesses had seldom involved the entertainment circle; their position in foreign trade economics was quite intimidating, which was precisely why Jiang Mian had insisted on entering the circle and signing with the Su Family¡¯s entertainmentpany.


    Jiang Mian was just being coquettish and didn¡¯t take it too seriously, "I think I ran into a department director from yourpany downstairs."


    Fu Sichen¡¯s expression remained unchanged, "Mm."


    The two were sticking close together, being annoyingly affectionate, provoking envy in others.


    Even Luo Ting wanted to take out her phone to snap a picture and send it to Yangyang.


    Her CP fan¡¯s (Couple Pairing fan¡¯s) head would surely be grinning from ear to ear.


    Not long after, the auction officially began.


    Jiang Mian showed little interest in the first few items, until the main events came up one by one.


    "Wow! My taste, this actual piece is much nicer than in the pictures."


    Fu Sichen looked at Jiang Mian¡¯s starry-eyed expression and a gentle smile spilled out, "Bid on it."


    "Let us congratte bidder number 27..."


    "This one, this one looks so pretty too!"


    "We can bid on it."


    "If you like it, bid."


    "Bid!"


    ...


    The emotionless "Bid" from President Fu.


    "Congrattions to number 27!"


    "Let us once again congratte number 27..."


    Even the auctioneer¡¯s mood had gradually calmed down.


    Luo Ting and Xu Lai sitting beside were getting dizzy from listening.


    The word "bid" was starting to lose its meaning to them.


    Yet the two people, one overly ecstatic and the other speaking "bid" with an unchanging face.


    Xu Lai was frantically calcting the expenses, feeling his heart cool.


    The grand finale hadn¡¯t even arrived, and the money was flowing out like water.


    He was already preparing to tap into the emergency funds.


    Saying she was tired, Jiang Mian sat on the sofa peacefully looking forward to herst piece, the Bright Moon Star.


    "Not bidding anymore?"


    Jiang Mian nodded, "Tired, the first half was mine, the second half is time for my big brother to bleed."

 Chapter 336: Number 27

    <h4>Chapter 336: Chapter 336: Number 27</h4>


    All sorts of gemstones and diamonds were in front, and jade and some porcin followed¡ªall favorites of Lixing.


    Many were brought for her to appreciate and inspire her painting.


    Soon, a staff member holding the auction items respectfully knocked on the door, "President Fu, sorry to disturb you, but your auction items are all here."


    Jiang Mian looked at the auction items in front of her, her red lips curved slightly, and she actively kissed Fu Sichen on the face, "Thank you, hubby~"


    After verifying the items, they discreetly left.


    The auction downstairs was still zing hot.


    "Let us congratte bidder number 21 once again!"


    "Congrattions to number 21!!"


    ...


    "Jiang Xiaomian! The video of you and President Fu is all over the inte."


    ???


    Luo Ting got up and yed the video for them.


    Jiang Mian and Fu Sichen both focused on the phone.


    "When I first met him, he was so manly! He really got me!"


    ...


    "My wife likes it."


    Besides the dialogue cut-scenes, even the various images were carefully chosen.


    A full 40-minute episode of a TV drama was directly edited.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s red lips curved slightly, her voice somewhat nonchnt, "This¡ª"


    "If we use it as an MV for ater wedding ceremony, it would be fitting and save money."


    Luo Ting/Xu Lai: "..."


    Mrs. Fu¡¯s frugality was indeed unique.


    The items just brought in could have been used to record and edit countless such MVs.


    "Alright, the next item is indeed the center of everyone¡¯s attention. After disappearing for five or six years, it has reappeared before the public."


    "As far as I know, many of the buyers here came specifically for this¡ª"


    "Bright Moon Star, with a starting bid of 10 million!"


    As soon as the host finished speaking, there were sessive bids from below.


    Luo Ting looked at the rxed Jiang Mian somewhat puzzled. What was this ancestor waiting for?


    Her most favored item, yet she showed no reaction.


    "Xuanxuan has loved this since high school, how can she remain so calm, while the neighbor doesn¡¯t make a sound either?"


    Lixing returned, fully satisfied, leaning in Lin Chen¡¯s arms watching the "battle" below.


    She spokezily, "Not yet, Bright Moon Star will wait until the people below can¡¯t bid any higher, then Jiang Xiaomian will speak."


    In a moment, Bright Moon Star was bid up to 50 million.


    The back-and-forth bidding noises had reduced considerably, sparse and scattered.


    "52 million once!"


    Jiang Mian¡¯s red lips curled slightly, now they were stuck, and she raised her sign, her pleasant voice ringing out: "60 million."


    Lixing¡¯s eyebrows slightly raised, here it came.


    A gasp arose from the crowd, everyone¡¯s gaze lifted to the screened second-floor box number 27.


    "Oh my, who¡¯s number 27, so wealthy."


    "Stop, today one number 27 and one number 21 really took two-thirds of the auction items."


    "Shush! Upstairs there¡¯s a President Fu and a President Lin, that voice just now was probably Mrs. Fu."


    ...


    "60 million once!"


    "60 million twice!"


    "62 million!"


    Jiang Mian chuckled softly; someone else also loved the Bright Moon Star as she did.


    She casually raised her sign: "70 million!"


    "Hiss¡ª"


    Luo Ting couldn¡¯t bear to watch such scenes, her heart ached, the raw kind.


    She suddenly looked at Xu Lai with some sympathy; no wonder the kid looked much older after each auction.


    Guan Xinyu listening to those two voices just now furrowed her brows slightly; she was familiar with that voice.


    "Is the person in box 27 President Lin?"


    The executive next to her turned slightly and nodded: "No, it¡¯s President Fu."


    Others might not know, but at every major auction, President Fu¡¯s box number was invariably 27.


    27, for his beloved wife.

 Chapter 337: The Lady Likes it

    <h4>Chapter 337: Chapter 337: The Lady Likes it</h4>


    After all, after attending a few auctions, everyone knew that President Fu often bid on items for his wife, while bidding for himself was few and far between.


    But...


    She had clearly heard Jiang Mian¡¯s voice.


    A possibility suddenly shed through Guan Xinyu¡¯s mind, herplexion shifting slightly, "Have you ever seen President Fu¡¯s wife?"


    The department director Wen Bin shook his head, "Haven¡¯t seen her face properly, I caught a glimpse of her figure during a meeting once, quite beautiful."


    The conversation took a turn as Wen Bin looked at Guan Xinyu, "Of course, in my eyes, you are the most beautiful."


    Right now, Guan Xinyu wasn¡¯t in the mood to care.


    Naturally wary of Jiang Mian, she nevertheless found herself wanting to best her inexplicably.


    Considering her boyfriend was a senior executive at the Fu Group and could give her a boost in the entertainment circle, it was like having a powerful connection.


    The Lin Group¡¯s standing in the foreign trade and economic sector was not to be underestimated, yet the entertainment circle was not a formidable backing for Jiang Mian.


    While she might be wary of Jiang Mian¡¯s identity, sometimes she could still gain the upper hand.


    If it turned out that Jiang Mian was not only a youngdy but also Mrs. Fu of the Fu Group...


    "Alright, let us congratte bidder number 27 for acquiring the Bright Moon Star for 70 million again."


    The audience burst into a roaring apuse.


    Luo Ting finally breathed a sigh of relief¡ª it was over atst.


    The guests on the ground floor began to trickle out, with Fu Sichen and Lin Chen heading downstairs first, while Jiang Mian and Su Lixing were still upstairs appreciating the auction items.


    Wen Bin eagerly approached, "President Fu, President Lin."


    Fu Sichen, "Director Wen seems to be in good spirits."


    Fu Group was not short of people with good family backgrounds and exceptional abilities, and Wen Bin was among them.


    Wen Bin gave a respectful smile, "All to see President Fu¡¯s elegance."


    Fu Sichen¡¯s thin lips curved slightly, a doting smile gleaming in his deep, ck eyes, "The wife likes it."


    Wen Bin nced behind Fu Sichen, "I wonder where Mrs. Fu is right now..."


    "Honey, I¡¯m tired, I want to go back and lie down."


    Suddenly a clear, soft female voice rang out from behind him, the sound of high heels echoing steadily.


    Guan Xinyu¡¯s heart tightened inexplicably; that voice¡ª


    It was unmistakably Jiang Mian¡¯s.


    Soon enough, she saw Jiang Mian willingly loop her arm through Fu Sichen¡¯s, leaning into his embrace with a slightly coquettish tone.


    The man too, lips curving at the corners, ran his fingers through her hair, "Hmm, let¡¯s head back. We¡¯ll have them put everything on the private jetter."


    "Director Wen, will you continue?"


    Wen Bin watched as Fu Sichen and Lin Chen departed, "President Fu, President Lin, take care."


    "I never imagined, Jiang Mian really is Mrs. Fu."


    If not for just witnessing it, Wen Bin never would have even considered this.


    Guan Xinyu went a bit pale, "She¡¯s both a youngdy and now Mrs. Fu..."


    Wen Bin tried to reassure her, "Jiang Mian doesn¡¯t seem that difficult to get along with, right? She seems quite approachable."


    "Just normal interactions should be fine, no problem."


    Jiang Mian had only justin down in the hotel when she received a message from Luo Ting.


    Luo Ting: [Are you threatening Guan Xinyu?]


    Jiang Mian: ???


    Jiang Xiaomian: [She¡¯s not afraid of my threats.]


    Ever since her identity became public knowledge, it seemed like everyone gradually lost interest.


    Mainly because Jiang Mian herself didn¡¯t want to leverage her family¡¯s clout, thankfully the Lin Family¡¯s involvement with the entertainment circle wasn¡¯t profound.


    As for Fu Sichen...


    That might have been one reason why.


    Luo Ting: [Then her agent contacted me to apologize, saying they were ignorant, mentioning Guan Xinyu¡¯s somewhatpetitive nature, etc.]


    {Photo}


    Luo Ting forwarded the chat screenshot.


    Jiang Mian nced over it but didn¡¯t say much.


    Jiang Xiaomian: [Got it!]


    Luo Ting: ?? Why does that sound so official all of a sudden.


    Jiang Mian didn¡¯t bother with her phone after that; she was in too good a mood today to care about such matters.

 Chapter 338: That is the Place Closest to My Life

    <h4>Chapter 338: Chapter 338: That is the ce Closest to My Life</h4>


    ¡ª


    After Fashion Week ended, Jiang Mian and Fu Sichen returned to their home country.


    The lives of the two resumed their normal work tracks; Jiang Mian took on an ancient costume pce drama which had more than 60 episodes, divided into two parts.


    What Teacher Yu Shuhua had told her before came to mind¡ªthere was time to continue to polish her acting skills and let them settle.


    Being an actor wasn¡¯t just about talking; it was built up through role after role, where the improvement and enhancement of acting skills were extremely important.


    At the same time, Jiang Mian won the Best Neer award, making her one step closer to the Best Actress award.


    One day, near the end of filming on set.


    "Holy shit!"


    Yangyang suddenly eximed, attracting the attention of many, including Jiang Mian who was startled.


    "What happened?"


    Yangyang had been like this for so long, still so brash and loud.


    "Sister Mianmian, hasn¡¯t President Fu¡¯s skin lightened a lot recently? Why is there such a big color difference near his wrist, closest to the pulse?"


    Yangyang lowered his voice and handed his phone to Jiang Mian, "Netizens dug up that this color difference, the two ces on his itinerary are the sun."


    Ahhhh!!!


    Yangyang was about to go crazy with excitement.


    Who didn¡¯t know that Sister Mianmian¡¯s nickname was Xuanxuan.


    President Fu was really clever!!


    Jiang Mian wasn¡¯t surprised at all, flipping through the script with her red lips slightly upturned, her voice light, "Exactly, that¡¯s me."


    Help!!!


    Get me an oxygen machine.


    Howe these two aren¡¯t hiding anything anymore, so openly disying their affection and it¡¯s killing me!!


    It was then, when Jiang Mian first noticed the color difference and found it strange.


    Latter Fu Sichen said, "I¡¯ve engraved you near where my pulse beats the strongest."


    I love you, hidden deep within my heart.


    Imprinted near my pulse.


    Because that¡¯s the closest ce to my life.


    For the fans eagerly waiting for updates from the Chen Mian couple, they were almost knocked out by the sudden surge of material.


    During these past few months, Jiang Mian had been busy filming, with Yangyang following along doing all sorts of chores.


    Meanwhile, Su Lixing was busy with the preparation of a series of designs, bustling around like a spinning top.


    The superfans even lost some followers; the kids were starving to death.


    [This is what I deserve!!!]


    [They¡¯re not hiding anymore, right! The kids are full now, very satisfied!]


    [Did you two forget to make the official announcement, why does nobody believe me!!!]


    [If they aren¡¯t real, then I must be fake.]


    ...


    In a video, reporters noticed the color difference on his hand.


    Fu Sichen¡¯s response was, "This is my most beloved person."


    I treasure her like a gem.


    Everyone somewhat guessed that this person should be Mrs. Fu.


    The love story between Fu Sichen and Mrs. Fu once again topped the hot search.


    "What happiness, I am so envious."


    Guan Xinyu brought a cup of coffee over to Jiang Mian.


    They were now on the same film set acting together, and after their past issue was rified, there wasn¡¯t much awkwardness between them anymore.


    Jiang Mian thanked her and took the coffee, "Director Wen treats you the same."


    Jiang Mianter found out that Guan Xinyu and Wen Bin had been in a rtionship for quite a long time, and had kept their underground romance well hidden.


    "We... he likes me but his parents don¡¯t like me."


    The Wen Family, a family of schrs, had a bit of pride in them. Learning that their son was dating an actress, his parents had always been opposed.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s red lips slightly pursed, not saying much else, she just gently clinked her cup with Guan Xinyu¡¯s, "Then I wish you happiness, and you will surely find it."


    "Thank you."

 Chapter 339: Nomination

    <h4>Chapter 339: Chapter 339: Nomination</h4>


    ¡ª


    After finishing the shooting of the movie, Jiang Mian nned to take a break for a while. Period dramas really took a toll on her, and they had greatly improved her acting skills.


    After the release of "Huasheng," it received a lot of praise¡ª


    "Sob sob sob, it¡¯s absolutely stunning!! I cried so much my emo came out."


    "Who understands! I lost 6 pounds just from watching it."


    "I¡¯ve already seen it a second time, took the whole family with me."


    "Jiang Mian¡¯s acting has improved so much, the shooting scenes and the balloon scenes feel like they were performed by two different people."


    ...


    As Jiang Mian scrolled through thements, her red lips suddenly twitched; these people always had to bring up the things better left forgotten, couldn¡¯t they just forget about the balloon incident?


    Since "Huasheng" was released, it took just a short week to make a blockbuster hit at the box office.


    Initially, Jiang Mian was an eighteenth-tier actress who no one cared about, with hardly any positive online sentiment, but now, she was showing signs of bing a box office queen.


    Ultimately, "Huasheng¡¯s" box office soared past 5 billion, and the entire crew was overjoyed.


    Especially since the movie had been through a lot during its filming, including an earthquake where individuals lost their lives.


    Therefore, everyone especially cherished it.


    Ming Lang made a call to congratte Jiang Mian continuously as "Huasheng" had been nominated for many film awards, including her as the Best Actress.


    Winning this trophy would be the greatest recognition of Jiang Mian¡¯s acting, and a milestone in her movie career.


    Once the news broke out, Jiang Mian had already received countless premature congrattions.


    Susu Big Baby: "Wow wow wow, crazy hugs to the future Movie Queen."


    Baby Yu: "Ahhh!! Our Gingers have finally been waiting for this!"


    Wen Qianning: "Congrattions, Jiang Xiaomian! You have to treat us to a few drinks after you grab that award."


    Wei Zhouchen: "Sister Mianmian!! Congrattions! I¡¯ve really hitched myself to the right star."


    ...


    Jiang Mian read these messages, her red lips slightly curved, she was much more mature and securepared to her times as the best neer.


    She was nominated alongside many formidable actresses.


    These people might get overly excited...


    "Huasheng" became the crowd¡¯s favorite, and it got nominated for every big and small category, including Wei Zhouchen for Best Supporting Actor.


    The entire cast and crew were preparing, and Ming Lang had even booked the hotel for the celebration party.


    Everything was ready, just waiting for the film festival awards ceremony.


    During this period, Jiang Mian also went back to Fu Mansion with Fu Sichen, facing all kinds of talks about urging her to get pregnant.


    Originally thinking


    "Jiang Xiaomian, you¡¯re not nning to quit the circle afterwards, are you?"


    Luo Ting had been obsessed with this question recently, feeling that things had not been right with her ancestortely.


    Speaking of her rtionship with President Fu, the two were sickeningly sweet together, almost caught by the media several times.


    After the big period drama, Jiang Mian had rejected many offers for other roles.


    iming to the public that she wanted to rest for a while.


    Jiang Mian nced at Luo Ting, her red lips spilling a faint smile: "What are you thinking, my career has just started to shine."


    She hadn¡¯t had enough of the entertainment circle to think about retiring so soon.


    Luo Ting breathed a sigh of relief; her risk of unemployment was now saved.


    She tentatively asked Jiang Mian again, "So, you don¡¯t want to film recently, shall I check if there¡¯s any suitable variety show for you..."


    "No! I want to rest!!"


    The grand period drama had worn her out thoroughly, it took Jiang Mian a long time to step out of that role.


    She had delved too deep into the character, and had be significantly quieter recently.


    "You and President Fu aren¡¯t nning to prepare for pregnancy?!"


    Jiang Mian¡¯s face suddenly changed and fell: "Spit spit spit, don¡¯t talk nonsense."


    That was not even considered, such things should not be said or even thought about, lest theye true.

 Chapter 340: Film Festival Awards Ceremony

    <h4>Chapter 340: Chapter 340: Film Festival Awards Ceremony</h4>


    Luo Ting grabbed Jiang Mian, sizing her up and down, "You couldn¡¯t already be pregnant, could you?"


    Jiang Mian shook off Luo Ting¡¯s hand, wrapping her coat tighter around herself, "Knock on wood quickly, if you keep saying I¡¯m pregnant you¡¯ll be responsible."


    ???


    Luo Ting half-believed and half-doubted as she knocked on the wooden table in front of her three times, "Spit, spit, spit."


    She murmured to herself under her breath, "Isn¡¯t it your husband who should be responsible for this kind of thing, how could I nt the seed..."


    The more she spoke, the more ridiculous it became.


    Jiang Mian felt certain that it was because she had been too idletely, leaving Sister Ting with nothing to do.


    She decisively used her connections to arrange for an agency training course and sent Luo Ting in for an intensive half-month program.


    By the time Luo Ting finished the training and came out, the resentful look on her face had vanished. She couldn¡¯t stop praising Jiang Mian.


    "You have no idea who the agents there were, the instructor even trained several Movie Emperors and Movie Queens before, the idol of agents."


    "Jiang Xiaomian, your eye for talent is truly impable!!"


    ...


    The day after Luo Ting emerged was the film festival award ceremony.


    Yangyang was so nervous that he couldn¡¯t sleep all night, and even in the car, he kept muttering non-stop¡ª


    "Dear heavens, I¡¯ve never asked for much, I¡¯d trade five years of being single for Sister Mianmian winning an award."


    "If, if it really doesn¡¯t work out, I can give up three years of my life, no more though, I still want to live a few more years to check out handsome guys."


    "But if a few months could be sacrificed for Sister Mianmian winning an award, I¡¯d still be happy to do it."


    As the film festival neared, everyone in the studio was on edge.


    Either they were deathly nervous or excited beyond measure, with the PR team reviewing drafts daily, ready with all sorts ofplimentary words for after winning the award.


    Even the stylist would fall asleep looking at the day¡¯s gown, wishing they could just sleep embracing it.


    The entire Fu Group, with Xu Lai directly rallying the wholepany to vote online for Jiang Mian daily, prompting the employees to secretly ask in the big group chat for a reason.


    Employee 1: [Secretary Xu, it couldn¡¯t possibly be at your own discretion to use public resources, could it?]


    Xu Lai: Wronged!!!


    Wen Bin, the only one in the know, very tactfully came out to give an exnation.


    Wen Bin: [Secretary Xu¡¯s intentions must certainly be that of President Fu¡¯s, after all, Jiang Mian is a prot¨¦g¨¦ personally trained by President Fu, it¡¯s only right for a teacher to help a student.]


    Xu Lai nodded to himself at Director Wen¡¯s words, praising inwardly the art of speaking that befits someone in charge.


    Manager 2: [It¡¯s probably President Fu¡¯s intent, considering President Fu previously booked a whole theater for employees to vote for Jiang Mian.]


    PR Department Manager 1: [Rumor has it, if Jiang Mian wins an award, our President Fu might be the one presenting it.]


    Damn!!!


    That is some juicy gossip!!!


    Before others could say much else, arge group of female employees was already crazily voting to boost Jiang Mian¡¯s poprity.


    Male: ??Crazy??!!


    Female: It¡¯s been too long since we¡¯ve seen President Fu at a formal event in a suit, it¡¯ll be like he¡¯s a walking magazine again!!!


    Male: Shallow...


    When Jiang Mian walked the red carpet, the surrounding noisepletely engulfed her.


    In her mind, she was still caught up in Sister Ting joining in with Yangyang¡¯s incessant chanting before they got out of the car.


    Jiang Mian took a deep breath, forcing herself to calm down.


    "Jiang Mian ahhhh!!!"


    "Mianmian, you¡¯re too beautiful!!! Goose, you¡¯re going to kill me with your beauty!!"


    "Next life, please, let me be born looking like you!! So beautiful it kills me!"


    ...


    The host originally wanted to engage in a bit more small talk with Jiang Mian on the red carpet, but the overwhelming crowd forced them to let her in instead.


    The Novel will be updated first on this website. Come back and


    continue reading tomorrow, everyone!

 Chapter 341: Best Actress Jiang Mian

    <h4>Chapter 341: Chapter 341: Best Actress Jiang Mian</h4>


    After taking their seats, the "Huasheng" production team sat together, surrounded by familiar faces.


    "Movie Queen, Movie Queen..."


    "Going to win awards, going to win!!"


    "Everyone must win awards! Definitely possible!"


    She looked confused and pointed at Ming Lang and the producer in front of her, "Have these two gone crazy too?"


    Having juste out of a group blessing session, here was another one.


    Anyone unaware would think they had joined some strange organization.


    She looked confused and pointed at Ming Lang and the producer in front of her, "Have these two gone crazy too?"


    "They¡¯re just nervous, never mind the Director and the producer, I have something for you."


    Huh???


    Jiang Mian looked at Wei Zhouchen with skepticism as he acted mysteriously.


    The next second, Wei Zhouchen pulled out a brocade bag and stuffed it into Jiang Mian¡¯s hand.


    ???


    Wei Zhouchen patted his chest with conviction, "This, I went up the mountain to get it before, and it¡¯s said to be very effective. Hold onto it, and you¡¯re sure to win an award!!"


    Unable to help butugh, Jiang Mian epted it, although everyone¡¯s approach was a bit too...


    But her heart felt exceptionally warm.


    It seemed like everyone was congratting her in their own way.


    The award ceremony progressed quickly, and Jiang Mian found herself standing up and congratting others countless times.


    "Huasheng" lived up to expectations and won a series of awards.


    Wei Zhouchen couldn¡¯t stop smiling when he won the Best Supporting Actor.


    "Sister, it¡¯s almost your turn."


    The Jiang fans in front of the screen couldn¡¯t be more nervous.


    [Rx, rx!! No matter what, Mianmian is awesome!!]


    [At least she was nominated, it¡¯s really impressive]


    ["Huasheng" was so good it made me cry!!]


    ...


    Luo Ting and Yangyang stood backstage watching the live broadcast, also feeling nervous.


    After all, this situation felt eerily familiar.


    It was like "Floating Life" back then; everyone won an award except for Jiang Mian¡¯s Best Neer.


    Now, only the "Best Actress" award remained unannounced.


    Before long, snippets shed on the screen, and Jiang Mian felt her nose tingle.


    The ssic ending of "Huasheng" added the scenes after the earthquake...


    That grand copse took everyone¡¯s hope but also ushered in a new dawn.


    The figure that shed in her mind came from the darkness, rescuing her engulfed in the shadows, finally plunging into the embrace of light.


    "Let us wee the special awards guest, President Fu Sichen of Fu Group."


    A sudden stir, the figure on stage bing more familiar, the man slowly moved to the center stage.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s beautiful eyes flickered with surprise. This man had kept it a secret too well; not a hint of it had leaked.


    She watched the man with a chilled brow adjust the microphone, the sapphire pin on his chest giving off his indolent nobility.


    Her heart, just settled, burst into bloom again.


    People in the know asionally dropped their gazes on Jiang Mian.


    Sitting beside her, Wei Zhouchen tantly nudged Jiang Mian¡¯s arm with his elbow, "Hey! Mianmian, this award must definitely be yours."


    For President Fu to personally appear, it wouldn¡¯t be for anyone else except Jiang Mian.


    Fu Sichen opened the card, his gaze lingered on Jiang Mian for a moment, his lips curved slightly, "Let us congratte the lead actress of ¡¯Huasheng,¡¯ Jiang Mian!"


    The audience erupted into a thunderous apuse.


    "Mianmian!!"


    "Jiang Mian! What are you waiting for, get up and ept the award."


    Jiang Mian¡¯s thoughts gradually came back as her photo was already on the screen, the frozen frame not fading for a long time.


    [Best Actress Jiang Mian]

 Chapter 342: In the Deep Sea Searching for Light, I Will Embrace You

    <h4>Chapter 342: Chapter 342: In the Deep Sea Searching for Light, I Will Embrace You</h4>


    Her eyshes lightly trembled, slowly she stood up, her eyes brimming with sentiment, dazzlingly bright.


    Jiang Mian steadied herself, her skirt swaying gracefully as she walked up to the award podium.


    Under the central spotlight of the podium, Jiang Mian in her blue-ck gradient dress outlined her slender waist, the ruby on her chest vividly attractive, her skin pale, immacte.


    Rather, under the shining lights, she glowed radiant.


    The audience broke into a fiery apuse again, the barrage went wild.


    [Damn, my tears just burst out!]


    [My Mianmian, it really hasn¡¯t been easy for you toe this far!!]


    [Only they know what they¡¯ve been through with this movie]


    [So, this means Jiang Xiaomian hase through great adversities forter blessings.]


    ...


    The most excited were the couple¡¯s fans.


    [I¡¯m crying to death!! These two are so perfect for each other!! Someone bring over the bed quickly!!]


    [Hahahaha it must be real!!]


    [Today¡¯s a great day!! Announce it quickly!!!]


    Fu Sichen handed the golden trophy to Jiang Mian with slightly curved lips: "Congrattions, Movie Queen Jiang."


    Jiang Mian¡¯s eyes blinked slightly, slowly receiving the trophy: "Thank..."


    !!!!!!!


    The next second, she was tightly embraced by the man, causing a wave of gasps from the audience.


    It wasmon for award presenters and recipients to hug, but their hug was especially different, even carried an indescribable tenderness.


    The familiar scent lingered on Jiang Mian¡¯s nose, her lips slightly curved, she hugged back Fu Sichen.


    Wei Zhouchen nudged Ming Lang: "Director Ming, don¡¯t tell me today is the day..."


    Ming Lang shook his head. He didn¡¯t know either. Couldn¡¯t they see it?? It was so real!!


    Sitting beside Yu Xinting was Bai Yu, who joked with a smile: "Let¡¯s interview Teacher Bai, how do you feel now?"


    Bai Yu, looking at the beautiful couple on stage, his eyes smiling: "Envious, but even more so happy, they are a perfect match."


    Look at that.


    His words were smooth and impable.


    Initially, he thought it was just a marriage alliance, but when Fu Sichen was willing to risk his life and everything for Jiang Mian, he understood, he was the only one stuck in ce.


    Fu Sichen¡¯s voice was deep and maic, whispering softly: "Congrattions, my Xuanxuan."


    Jiang Mian, you can be your own "sun", to venture, to challenge, and I¡¯ll always be by your side,


    Just as "deep sea" seeks the light, I will embrace you.


    The award ceremony was broadcast live, this scene alone, not to mention the couple¡¯s fans, the whole inte was about to explode.


    Sapphire and Ruby.


    The cool, noble CEO and the stunning actress.


    [Dammit, are they really fine together?!!]


    [Damn! When I got married, I didn¡¯t even hug my husband this deeply, you two must be real!!]


    [Did President Fu not get married?!!]


    [Everyone dare to imagine, could it be that Jiang Mian is Mrs. Fu... damn?!!]


    ...


    Netizens¡¯ imaginations andments had flown wild.


    The two parties concerned were sitting in the car, Jiang Mian¡¯s pale slender legs draped over Fu Sichen¡¯s,zily leaning in his arms, scrolling through her phone.


    Luo Ting/Xu Lai/Yangyang: Can¡¯t bear to look at the backseat.


    Trending searches were flooded with #JiangMianBestActress##"Huasheng"Grand m##JiangMianFuSichen#...


    Jiang Mian¡¯s tone was lethargic, carrying a carefree smile: "It¡¯s all so obvious, yet they¡¯re still not thinking big enough."


    "No, Sister Mianmian, your and President Fu¡¯s discussions have already boldly imagined bedroom scenes for you two tonight."


    ?!!!!!


    Just as Luo Ting was about to cover her outspoken mouth, s, she was few seconds toote.

 Chapter 343: Official Announcement

    <h4>Chapter 343: Chapter 343: Official Announcement</h4>


    Jiang Mian¡¯s red lips curved upwards, hooking around Fu Sichen¡¯s neck, a sly smile in her eyes, "You¡¯re right, we really should celebrate, let¡¯s stay up all night together."


    Fu Sichen caressed Jiang Mian¡¯s fair and delicate skin, a faint smile spilling from his throat, "Mhm, let¡¯s celebrate properly."


    Yangyang: Ahhhhh! I¡¯m still young!!! But you guys are like this! I love to watch and listen!!!


    Luo Ting/Xu Lai: Calm as still waters, no joy, no sorrow.


    Susu Big Baby: [Eh! You¡¯re already like this?! And this isn¡¯t considered an official announcement! What exactly do they want to see?!]


    The thing Su Lixing regretted most right now was that he handed over his "personal feeding" Weibo ount to Jiang Mian.


    It had been so long since they hadst updated, and quite a bit of fans had left.


    Fortunately, today¡¯s drama instantly regained a good number.


    Jiang Xiaomian: [They want to see something more exciting.]


    Were she and Fu Sichen really such a mismatch? Or were his fans protective like over a husband, calling him theirs?


    Gingers: "Taking away our Mianmian, no flirting if you¡¯re taken!"


    Fu Sichen¡¯s girlfriend fans: "The legit wife is still here, don¡¯t mess up the CP for clout."


    Only the loyal fans were strong.


    "Ding-dong¡ª"


    "Ding-dong¡ª"


    Luo Ting¡¯s phone vibrated several times in a row, her expression changing slightly after she checked it.


    Those words...


    Jiang Mian quickly noticed the unusual look on Luo Ting¡¯s face, "What¡¯s wrong?"


    Luo Ting dared not look at President Fu, chuckling awkwardly twice, "The second season of the boy group talent show has started, and they¡¯re still quite fond of you. They¡¯re asking about our schedule..."


    Before Jiang Mian could speak, a man¡¯s low, maic voice sounded, "We¡¯re not avable."


    Thest time with those 100 fresh young men was purely by chance, if Fu Sichen agreed to let Jiang Mian go again, he might as well write his name backward.


    "Sister Ting, hope you understand what this means."


    Last season was a moment of impulse, and now Jiang Mian¡¯s approach to acting and variety shows was to look for more challenges and fun.


    Luo Ting rejected the organizers right away.


    The three of them watched as Fu Sichen and Jiang Mian left, Luo Ting¡¯s eyelids twitching unusually fast.


    She had a bad feeling.


    Late at night, Weibo¡¯s trending searches exploded.


    Weibo¡¯s tech team went crazy, "Can you please not include us in your couple y?! Who understands the pain of being woken up in the middle of the night to fix servers?!!!"


    Fu Sichen V: [The deep sea will seek the light, and I will embrace you {photo}]


    Fu Sichen V: [I love you, Mrs. Fu {photo}]


    Fu Sichen V: [Goodnight, Xuanxuan {photo}]


    Fu Sichen sent out three Weibo postste at night.


    The first photo was from the award ceremony scene, two photos of them embracing.


    The second photo was of the two of them in a red background wedding picture.


    Thest one was in a dimly lit room, Jiang Mian hanging onto Fu Sichen and falling asleep on him, a man¡¯s picture to the mirror, which although quite blurry, given the first two posts everyone could guess who it was.


    As a man with eighty million followers, he directly set off a storm.


    [In the middle of the night, for a moment I felt like I was still dreaming...]


    [Damn!! I knew there was something between the two! Jiang Mian is Mrs. Fu!!!]


    [Official announcement! Chen Mian couple takes up the banner, we don¡¯t have to be frustrated any longer!!!]


    [My sister called me and woke me up, crying...]


    [F*ck, President Fu just spurts out sweet nothings as he pleases, I went around the Chen Mian super topic and fell into the pit...]


    ...

 Chapter 344: The Sun Will Illuminate the Deep Sea, and I Will Always Love You

    <h4>Chapter 344: Chapter 344: The Sun Will Illuminate the Deep Sea, and I Will Always Love You</h4>


    Luo Ting thought that after receiving her award, she could have a peaceful sleep, but a nighttime call woke her up, and now the whole studio was brightly lit.


    No wonder that couple said they would pull an all-nighter.


    Damn it, making the whole country¡¯sizens stay up with you.


    Our lives matter too!!


    Although this incident had a more positive than negative impact on Jiang Mian, it was totally unexpected and caught everyone off guard.


    Just as Luo Ting was about to call Jiang Mian to ask about her ns, she fell silent upon seeing the third photo...


    Forget it, President Fu might still be the one to answer, better to ask tomorrow.


    Luo Ting nced over at Yangyang who was sitting in front of theputer, extremely excited, and rubbed her forehead.


    She had never seen her work with such focus and seriousness.


    The charm of the Chen Mian couple was truly immense.


    One side was reveling in a nationwide frenzy, while the other side, at Beijing Mansion, was sleeping soundly...


    ¡ª


    The next day, sunlight gently spilled onto the wooden floor.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s eyshes trembled slightly, and she slowly opened her eyes, her brain freezing for a moment.


    After the award ceremony the night before, the stress and tension of the past few days had eased, and she had slept exceptionally well andfortably.


    The bedsheets next to her were still warm, and just as Jiang Mian was about to get up, the bedroom door opened.


    Fu Sichen walked in with a ss of honey water, "Mom and Grandpa just called, they said we shoulde home for a meal together sometime."


    Another meal??


    This must be anything but a simple meal.


    Jiang Mian turned on her phone to check the time, and saw that her phone was bombarded with a mess of notifications and dozens of unread messages.


    Seemed like she wasn¡¯t fully awake yet.


    What, Jiang Mian is Mrs. Fu.


    President Fu¡¯ste-night confession to his wife.


    These were the topics dug up by who knows whom.


    Jiang Mian became significantly more alert, immediately opening the Weibo notifications first, but as soon as she logged in, her phonegged again.


    Why so many private messages?!!


    Jiang Mian¡¯s gazended on the trending hashtags #JiangMianIsMrsFu#


    #FuSichenJiangMian#


    #ChenMianCouple#


    ...


    Everyone¡¯s reactions are a beat slow, huh? Holding together at night and only revealed in the dead of night?!!


    It wasn¡¯t until she clicked on the hashtag and saw the familiar terms and photos.


    !!!!


    "Did you do this??"


    Did Fu Sichen make the official announcement himself?!!


    Jiang Mian clicked into his Weibo and liked thest three posts.


    A different kind of moisture welled up in her beautiful eyes.


    How could her eyes still get sand in them so early in the morning?


    Five minutester, Weibo, which had barely calmed down, erupted again.


    Weibo tech staff: "I just took a break!!!! At least give a heads-up, damn it!"


    Jiang Mian v:[The sun will illuminate the deep sea, and I will always love you @FuSichen]


    Compared to Fu Sichen¡¯s barrages of photos, Jiang Mian¡¯s direct shout-out and straightforward confession solidified her identity as Mrs. Fu.


    Fu Sichen¡¯s phone suddenly vibrated, and he lowered his gaze to the special attention notification on his phone, his thin lips curling slightly.


    The man stood at the bedside, looking down at the woman sitting on the bed, the sunlight casting a cold, long shadow behind him.


    Fu Sichen¡¯s lips curled slightly: "I love you too."


    [Ahhhh!! Got a response!! Can¡¯t handle it!!]


    [They¡¯re so sweet, my smile hurts!]


    [Fun fact, Jiang Mian just woke up; she must be exhausted]


    [Who knew staying upst night would mean falling for the Chen Mian couple; thoseizen wives really nailed it!]


    ...

 Chapter 345: Couples Variety Show

    <h4>Chapter 345: Chapter 345: Couples Variety Show</h4>


    Jiang Mian had not sent her message long before Luo Ting called her.


    "Hello?"


    Luo Ting tentatively asked, "Can you open the door?"


    Half an hourter, Jiang Mian elegantly descended from the upstairs.


    Looking at the radiant and rosy-cheeked woman, Luo Ting felt inexplicably stabbed in the heart several times.


    She herself was disheveled...


    Ah! Sooner orter, this ancestor will drive me crazy.


    Jiang Mian, with a smile brimming in her eyes, pushed the tea toward Luo Ting, "Sister Ting, this is premium white tea, it¡¯s cooling."


    Luo Ting found herself speechless, she couldn¡¯t me Jiang Mian for this situation after all.


    It was President Fu who was in heat at midnight, after all.


    Luo Ting pulled out a thick stack of documents from her bag: "Pick one, Movie Queen, there¡¯s a variety show that would be perfect for you."


    Hmm??


    Jiang Mian looked up at Luo Ting, curiosity in her gaze, "Let¡¯s hear it."


    "It¡¯s a couples¡¯ variety show. Just yesterday after President Fu posted on Weibo, their production team contacted me at three in the morning..."


    Luo Ting pulled out the document for the couples¡¯ variety show and handed it to Jiang Mian, "Take a look, the previous seasons were quite sessful, this time Movie Queen Wen and Movie Emperor Lu are confirmed to participate, along with an old artist and his wife."


    This was something that only needed Jiang Mian¡¯s approval; President Fu would certainly listen to his wife.


    Luo Ting leisurely sipped her tea, savoring the sweet aftertaste.


    "Yangyang has been working on data organization from midnight till now to promote your couple¡¯s moments, Chen Mian couple really needs you to step in and sprinkle some sweetness."


    ???


    Those topics on social media, Su Lixing is just short of pping their faces with her and Fu Sichen¡¯s wedding photos.


    Still not sweet enough.


    "I even scrolled through social media this morning and saw someone saying your marriage is an alliance between families, and now the love is just a publicity stunt."


    Jiang Mian: "..."


    Ms. Jiang: [Officially announced, let¡¯s find a time to make up for the wedding ceremony]


    Ms. Jiang: [I heard you¡¯re not busy with work recently, timing is just perfect]


    Ms. Jiang: [Your dad, Uncle Fu, and I are picking out dates recently]


    Jiang Mian nced at the three messages sent by her mom on WeChat and decisively grabbed the document: "Here, it¡¯s being filmed soon, right?"


    She remembered Sister Qianning had mentioned a couple of months ago that she and Teacher Lu were going to participate in a couples¡¯ variety show soon.


    A bit more leisurely for retirement, and the two would have more time together.


    ???


    Your attitude changes faster than flipping a book.


    "Are you sure? No backing out?"


    Luo Ting was worried the young miss might impulsively change her mind.


    Jiang Mian also took a small sip of tea, with a tone light yet firm, "Of course, what you said about giving them some sweetness."


    Luo Ting quietly contacted the show¡¯s producer tomunicate.


    What sweetness, just don¡¯t get choked by the dog foodter.


    At this moment in Fu Group.


    Xu Lai almost got scared by the office decorations when he was reporting work coordination at various floors.


    Most employees¡¯ desks were covered with Mrs. Fu¡¯s standees and all sorts of cards, even the TV shows they watched during breaks were all Mrs. Fu¡¯s shows.


    They were even nning to hang posters everywhere.


    Oh my goodness, what¡¯s happening to this world?


    Even her own personal studio wasn¡¯t like this.


    "Guys, be mindful of the impact, if President Fu sees this, he¡¯s definitely going to clean house."


    "Why would President Fu mind, he¡¯s all about his wife now."


    Everyone couldn¡¯t have imagined that Jiang Mian was their Mrs. Fu, with all the clues right there, why didn¡¯t anyone think in that direction?

 Chapter 346: The Main Wife Enters Through the Front Door

    <h4>Chapter 346: Chapter 346: The Main Wife Enters Through the Front Door</h4>


    After the meeting, several high-level leaders were all smiles heading to the office.


    It had been a long time since such a scene was witnessed.


    "Seriously, President Fu is always in a good mood when ites to his wife."


    "That tanned skin and the sunburn on his wrist from before, tsk tsk."


    "Stop, my desktop is full of Mrs. Fu¡¯s standees, just worshiping them mightnd you a man like him."


    ...


    A group of employees had rushed to offline stores overnight or pulled strings to purchase merchandise rted to Jiang Mian, with more still on the way.


    Meanwhile, Jiang Xiaomian was in the studio negotiating an endorsement deal with the brand.


    "Miss Jiang, if I may be so bold, since you are Mrs. Fu, would you consider doing a review of our newly released product as a favor?"


    What does that have to do with anything??


    The brand presented a whole new product line, "This series features whitening products, as President Fu has been wanting to lighten his skin tely..."


    The brand¡¯s representative hesitated to continue.


    Recently, there had been a lot of buzz online about President Fu supporting his wife¡¯s tanning, and unexpectedly, she turned out to be their brand ambassador.


    Jiang Mian nced at the set of brand products in front of her, deep in thought.


    Luo Ting suddenly remembered the recent interaction with the couple¡¯s reality show, where they mentioned providing videos or photos of their everyday life.


    "We could use it as an extra for your reality show."


    The brand quickly followed up, "Miss Jiang, what reality show are you going to film? If needed, we can directly discuss sponsoring the show."


    They dreaded hearing a "no" from Jiang Mian.


    Jiang Mian epted the first-release gift box of the new products. "I¡¯ll give it a try."


    If he were to appear on the program, Sichen would probably need makeup, and with his current skin tone, the foundation would need to be exceptionally light.


    It was necessary to prepare in advance.


    After finishing the negotiations, Jiang Mian, feeling somewhat bored, made some food and drink reservations and headed to Fu Group.


    "Hey, there are still paparazzi lurking around the entrance of Fu Group."


    Luo Ting was particrly sensitive to the presence of paparazzi, especially those with long lenses which were clearly visible.


    Jiang Mian took out her mirror, touched up her makeup, and with a slight lift of her red lips said, "After all, it¡¯s the first day since the announcement; of course, I want to see the situation."


    Since they couldn¡¯t lurk at our doorstep, they hade here.


    Unfortunately, the security system at Fu Group was meticulously robust. Apart from patrols around the perimeter, the high precision of the infrared detectors at the entrance meant that security would be alerted if anyone other than employees got too close.


    Luo Ting noted that Jiang Mian clearly intended to enter through the front door.


    "Just as they wished."


    Besides, why would the legitimate wife take the side door?


    That was the biggest conclusion Jiang Mian had drawn from filming historical dramas.


    The nanny van parked steadily at the entrance, quickly drawing the attention of the security and paparazzi.


    "That¡¯s Jiang Mian¡¯s car, isn¡¯t it?"


    "It looks like it. I knew we could definitely catch her or President Fu."


    For them, capturing either spouse was a profitable, no-loss situation; a direct shot would be a jackpot.


    The car door opened swiftly, and Jiang Mian, without any attempt to conceal herself, stepped out in high heels, her slightly curled long hair fluttering with the faint scent of roses in the breeze.


    Today, Jiang Mian wore a sheer rose long dress, radiant and proud under the sunlight.


    "Quick, get the shots!!!"


    "Jiang Mian isn¡¯t hiding at all."


    "You¡¯re silly, they¡¯ve made the official announcement; what¡¯s there to hide?"


    ...

 Chapter 347: I Didn’t Take the Wrong Path, Did I?

    <h4>Chapter 347: Chapter 347: I Didn¡¯t Take the Wrong Path, Did I?</h4>


    Jiang Mian nodded slightly and headed straight for the CEO¡¯s elevator entrance.


    Luo Ting and Yangyang followed right behind her; there was still a pile of food and drinks on this side that needed their contact and coordination.


    The two girls at the reception desk excitedly clutched each other¡¯s hands, "Jiang Mian is really here!!"


    "It¡¯s clearly our Mrs. Fu."


    The reception desk made a direct call to the CEO¡¯s assistant, "Assistant Xu, Mrs. Fu is here."


    ?!!


    Xu Lai nced at the tightly closed door of President Fu¡¯s office and the messy documents on the desk.


    "Mrs. Fu just got on the elevator and should be arriving any moment."


    As soon as the receptionist finished speaking, from the elevator exit: "Ding¡ª"


    Xu Lai hung up the phone, tidied up the documents quickly, and promptly went to greet her, "Mrs. Fu, what brings you here so suddenly?"


    Jiang Mian looked up at the closed door, "Is there someone inside?"


    Xu Lai steadied himself and nodded, "Yes, President Fu is inside discussing business."


    Jiang Mian thoughtfully looked at the office door, then sat down on the sofa next to it to rest, "You go ahead with your work, I¡¯ll just sit and rest for a while."


    Xu Lai stood on one side, indecisive, President Fu was discussing business inside, and it was agreed that no one should disturb him first.


    But this Mrs. Fu...


    "Is there something else?"


    Xu Lai shook his head desperately, "No, no, let me pour you some tea, Mrs. Fu."


    Jiang Xiaomian: [It¡¯s over, my sixth sense tells me that Fu Sichen is hiding something from me, he¡¯s going to change his heart.]


    Susu Big Baby: [??? Are you sick?!]


    Even with Fu Sichen¡¯s devotion to his wife being public knowledge, Su Lixing would rather believe her best friend had changed her heart.


    Fu Sichen could only be that person who would rather shatter thanpromise for love.


    Susu Big Baby: [You¡¯re at thepany now, aren¡¯t you? Weren¡¯t you supposed to be resting for a while?]


    Jiang Xiaomian: [I¡¯m at Fu Sichen¡¯spany, and then I smelled a scent from another woman.]


    Jiang Mian had been exposed to such things from a young age, especially perfumes.


    Such a high-profile, elegant smell could only belong to a woman, and a rather tasteful one at that.


    Looking again at Xu Lai¡¯s anxious demeanor just now, there was definitely something fishy behind that office door.


    Susu Big Baby: [President Fu must deal with female elites all the time, getting jealous over a man, Jiang Xiaomian, that¡¯s not you~]


    Exactly!!! It must be because I¡¯ve been too idletely.


    Coincidentally, Jiang Mian received a message from Luo Ting, saying that the afternoon tea they had ordered was already delivered and waiting on the first floor.


    Jiang Mian replied to Luo Ting¡¯s message and then stood up and headed towards the elevator.


    "Mrs. Fu, where are you going?"


    Jiang Mian pressed the elevator button and walked in, her voice pleasant and melodious, "Just going down for a stroll."


    Xu Lai: Mrs. Fu¡¯s ssic dangerous smile.


    Luo Ting and Yangyang directly borrowed a cart, and after the first-floor staff finished distributing, they sessively sent it upstairs.


    They ran into Jiang Mian on the tenth floor.


    The sound of the cart quickly caught everyone¡¯s attention.


    Staff member: "What the heck?!!"


    Jiang Mian / Luo Ting / Yangyang: "What the heck?!!"


    "It¡¯s Jiang Mian! Mrs. Fu is here!!!"


    Jiang Mian¡¯s inner monologue: I¡¯m pretty sure I didn¡¯t take the wrong path, so why does it feel like my fan club has arrived to sweep the building?


    Is this still Fu Group??


    It¡¯s full of my photos, and even the desktops have various standees and stickers of me.


    "I didn¡¯t take the wrong turn, did I?"


    A few employees had already stood up to respond, "No mistake, this is the ce! Mrs. Fu, we¡¯ve been looking forward to seeing you."


    Jiang Mian was somewhat stunned.


    Looking forward to seeing her for what.


    She was not good at work either.

 Chapter 348: Afternoon Tea

    <h4>Chapter 348: Chapter 348: Afternoon Tea</h4>


    "Mrs. Fu, you¡¯re truly our savior! Previously, whenever something involved you, either President Fu would be in a good mood or the meetings would go by without him nitpicking us."


    "Yeah, you even managed to get President Fu, the workaholic, to take a week off from work."


    Back then they had seen Xu Laiing in early and leavingte, busy as a spinning top, with all matters being coordinated by Xu Lai, not catching even a glimpse of President Fu.


    Later, they dug up a bit of news that he was apanying his wife.


    "What¡¯s that, I think the suntan is explosive. Mrs. Fu, does President Fu really not intend to lighten his skin anymore?"


    Jiang Mian couldn¡¯t help but chuckle at the image that sprung to her mind: "How could he? I¡¯ll make sure he lightens up."


    "Hahahaha."


    No one could even begin to imagine what that would look like.


    Jiang Mian helped Luo Ting and Yangyang distribute afternoon snacks, and everyone was especially happy.


    "Mrs. Fu, you really should visit ourpany more often; otherwise, President Fu¡¯s yin energy is too strong..."


    It needs the bnce of yang energy.


    That sounded odd.


    "My yin energy is too strong?"


    Suddenly, a familiar deep voice came from behind, startling everyone.


    The office suddenly became quiet, only the soft sound of Jiang Mian¡¯s hush: "Look at that, you¡¯ve scared everyone silent."


    Fu Sichen naturally wrapped his arms around Jiang Mian¡¯s slender waist: "What brought you here today?"


    She was greeted by Fu Sichen¡¯s crisp scent mixed with the fragrant aroma she had smelled at the office door just before.


    Jiang Mian frowned slightly and muttered with pouting lips: "Who says it¡¯s full of yin energy, there¡¯s yang energy as well."


    Mrs. Fu¡¯s words...


    They sounded a bit bizarre.


    He understood quickly and lowered his gaze to gently stroke her hair: "The partnership we were just discussing is with a nningpany. They all have the same scent on them ¨C it¡¯s their brand signature."


    The others watched with keen interest; such scenes were rare.


    Especially seeing how patiently President Fu coaxed his wife, fearing she might get angry.


    Tsk tsk tsk.


    So interesting!!


    "Bored at home, eh? I¡¯ll take you to the riverside tonight to have some fun. Old Su has arranged a barbecue party there."


    Jiang Mian¡¯s beautiful eyes lit up with interest.


    "I¡¯ll take a portion of Mrs. Fu¡¯s afternoon tea, too."


    Xu Lai tactfully handed over a share.


    Fu Sichen surveyed the exquisite packaging and his thin lips subtly curved without a sound: "Enjoy the rest of it, I¡¯m taking Mrs. Fu away now."


    Enjoy?!!


    Sure enough, with Mrs. Fu around, one could hear some unexpected words from President Fu¡¯s mouth.


    The news of Jiang Mian¡¯s visit to Fu Group spread quickly on Weibo, and her ability to trend instantaneously was demonstrated once again, topping the trending searches.


    [Jiang Mian came to Fu Group, walked right through the main entrance, greeted by respectful security, followed by an abundance of afternoon snacks sent to her, seems Jiang Mian is asserting her position as Mrs. Fu]


    [Who is it that got to eat Mrs. Fu¡¯s afternoon snacks? It¡¯s me]


    [Me too!]


    [Mrs. Fu is even more beautiful in person than on screen, truly a legendary beauty of the entertainment circle]


    ...


    The Fu Group¡¯s various prominent figures stood out in the Weiboments.


    Boasting about the afternoon tea, bragging about seeing Mrs. Fu, even chatting with her, their snacks were personally served by Mrs. Fu, which ignited collective envy.


    [@President Fu Sichen, please manage your employees, they are showing off all the time]


    [What¡¯s with all these talented people being so conspicuous?]


    [At this moment, aside from envy and jealousy, there¡¯s only resignation.]


    Envious and jealous that they could meet Jiang Mian and enjoy the afternoon snacks, but resigned, because they simply didn¡¯t have the same capital to show off ¨C entering Fu Group was not so easy.

 Chapter 349: My Eyes Only Seek You

    <h4>Chapter 349: Chapter 349: My Eyes Only Seek You</h4>


    ¡ª


    Evening


    The beachside bonfire zed cheerfully, with the surrounding noise unusually lively.


    The sound of clinking sses and conversations apanied by the sea breeze made everyone feelfortable.


    Jiang Mian and Su Lixing sat by the seaside, drinking. It had been a long time since they had been so unrestrained.


    One was a woman who had just finished receiving the Movie Queen award; the other, a woman who had just wrapped up a series of fashion designs.


    "Has your mom been in touch with my parents?"


    Su Lixing took a sip of her drink, "Are you talking about the wedding?"


    "Of course, they¡¯re checking for auspicious dates every day. But Mianmian, I¡¯m honestly not ready to get married yet. I can¡¯t put my finger on it, it¡¯s not that I don¡¯t love your brother, I¡¯m just afraid that the mess after the wedding won¡¯t let me be in control of my own life."


    Jiang Mian downed a big gulp of her drink, deep in thought. It seemed like she had always been doing what she wanted after getting married, whether it was anything she desired, she felt even more at ease than before her marriage.


    "My brother won¡¯t do that, he will let you do as you wish."


    Jiang Mian knew that Su Lixing had been somewhat resistant to rtionships because her parents had been busy with work since her childhood, and she had always been independent.


    If it hadn¡¯t been for her growing up with Jiang Mian, she probably would have been a stranger to her.


    As for her own older brother, the man who unexpectedly disrupted her rhythm, he had indeed caused her to change a lot, from being averse to marriage to slowly being willing to ept it.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s lips curved slightly, "You, you¡¯ve already made a big change, I know, and my brother knows. Getting married, you know, is a headstrong thing; the more you think about it, the more anxious you be."


    Su Lixing clicked her tongue lightly, her gaze sizing Jiang Mian up and down, "Are you still the Jiang Xiaomian I know? Getting a Movie Queen award, and now you talk differently."


    "Hey~ I¡¯m just speaking my honest, heartfelt truth."


    The bonfire was thriving, and both of their gazes shifted towards the group of people chatting not far away.


    Fu Sichen held a drink in his hand carelessly, his eyes slightly downcast, with the dark shadow of the light casting multiple reflections over him, giving off a sense of abstinence and cool detachment.


    She couldn¡¯t help but take out her phone to snap a photo of him.


    Upon clicking the camera button, Jiang Mian checked the photo and unexpectedly saw that his gaze was directed towards her.


    His thin lips curved into a faint, indulgent, and alluring smile.


    Jiang Mian put down her phone, just in time to fall into Fu Sichen¡¯s gaze.


    "Old Fu, what are you looking at? Go on, go on, I¡¯m done. They¡¯re all cheaters; they need you to handle them."


    "You call me Old Fu, they are cheats, but you haven¡¯t seen a hack yet."


    The smile on Fu Sichen¡¯s lips didn¡¯t diminish a bit as he was dragged away by a bunch of people, and Jiang Mian withdrew her gaze.


    Beneath the moonlight, amidst the noisy crowd, my gaze only seeks you.


    Jiang Mian and Su Lixing had quite a bit to drink and were soon imed by their respective families.


    "Fu Sichen..."


    Jiang Mian¡¯s fair cheeks were tinged with red, her beautiful eyes slightly blurred, and she staggered a few steps.


    Fu Sichen stepped forward and swept Jiang Mian into his arms. "I¡¯m here."


    Jiang Mian lifted her eyes and ced her hand on Fu Sichen¡¯s lips, "Shh¡ªdon¡¯t talk, listen to me."


    "Okay, I¡¯ll listen, I¡¯ll carry you back."


    Jiang Mian was now swaying so much that she couldn¡¯t walk at all, walking circles in ce.


    Fu Sichen easily lifted Jiang Mian onto his back, her heavy head resting straight on his shoulder, softly humming, "The stars in the sky hang low, shining brightly together..."


    "The buzzing of the insects, the flying of the insects..."


    "That¡¯s not right!"


    Jiang Mian suddenly lifted her head, paused for two seconds, then burst outughing, "It should be husband carry, husband carry, I¡¯m thinking of you."

 Chapter 350: You Can See How Much I Love You

    <h4>Chapter 350: Chapter 350: You Can See How Much I Love You</h4>


    Fu Sichen chuckled lightly, "Mrs. Fu hopes you¡¯ll have a bit of a ckout tomorrow morning."


    "What!"


    Jiang Mian waved her hand and lifted her head with a justified tone, "I¡¯m not drunk at all, my mind is very clear right now, otherwise I wouldn¡¯t let you carry me."


    Jiang Mian suddenly buried her head on Fu Sichen¡¯s shoulder, her broken hair making his neck particrly ticklish.


    She whispered into Fu Sichen¡¯s ear with a soft, warm breath that permeated the skin of his ear.


    "I remember you¡¯re my Brother Fu," Jiang Mian murmured.


    Only Brother Fu would carry her like this.


    Fu Sichen¡¯s voice was indulgent and gentle, patiently saying word by word, "Yes, I¡¯m your Brother Fu, I was before, I am now, and I will be in the future."


    "Fu Sichen..."


    Hmm?


    Her soft and glutinous voice was light, falling into Fu Sichen¡¯s ears, "I love you too, not any less than you do..."


    Fu Sichen was about to say something when he felt the breathing by his ear grow steady; he curved his lips into a smile.


    Mrs. Fu was really the same as always after drinking.


    "I know you love me, and I love you too, forever and ever."


    The sound of the waves surged, a gentle breeze brushed over the footprints left on the beach, and the two figures in the distance gradually faded away.


    Sometimes boisterous, sometimes tranquil, our love is deep.


    ¡ª


    The next day, the wind and waves roared, and the sunlight was perfect.


    Jiang Mian almost woke up scared.


    How did she end up sleeping in front of the floor-to-ceiling window all night long, the transparent ss nearly scared her to death.


    She sat up dizzily, her head really hurting.


    Before she could get her bearings, the door opened.


    Fu Sichen walked in with a ss of honey water, "Drink some, your mouth must be dry after drinking so muchst night."


    ?!!


    "I didn¡¯t say anything I shouldn¡¯t have, did I?"


    Fu Sichen¡¯s lips unconsciously lifted at the thought ofst night¡¯s vision of Jiang Mian, "What would count as something you shouldn¡¯t have said."


    "Fu Sichen!!"


    Fu Sichen delivered the straw of the honey water to Jiang Mian¡¯s lips, "You sang ¡¯The Insect Flies,¡¯ but then you said that isn¡¯t how the song goes, however, what was most memorable was Mrs. Fu¡¯s confession technique."


    What did I say??


    What did I confess to Fu Sichen?!


    "Mrs. Fu, you said you love me a lot."


    Oh, that.


    Fu Sichen¡¯s gaze lingered on Jiang Mian¡¯s slightly red earlobes for a moment without a sound and then he bent his lips, continuing, "You said you love me more than I love you."


    Jiang Mian¡¯s face flushed red and after a long pause, she proudly took a sip of honey water, "Then you¡¯ve got to catch up and love me even more."


    "Mrs. Fu can see that."


    See what?


    Fu Sichen casually ced the water cup aside, lowered his head to support the back of Jiang Mian¡¯s head, and tenderly dropped a kiss, "You can see that I love you very much."


    It wasn¡¯t until noon that Jiang Mian and Fu Sichen leisurely emerged from their room.


    "What¡¯s going on? We agreed toe over for breakfast in the morning and y a few rounds of pool. You two are just in time for lunch."


    Jiang Mian cast a resentful nce at Fu Sichen, "President Fu, exin."


    The dog man can never change his ways; not getting what he wantedst night, he was as good as dead by morning!!


    A faint smile overflowed from Fu Sichen¡¯s throat, "Sorry everyone, I was a bit slow."


    ???


    Damn! So unreal!!


    To hear ¡¯sorry¡¯ from Fu Sichen¡¯s mouth.


    The sun must have risen from the east today.


    "Tsks, those who know, know. Let¡¯s eat."


    Su Yuchuan immediately interrupted the topic, knowing if it continued, they wouldn¡¯t be eating food anymore.


    But dog food.

 Chapter 351: Finding a Husband to Accomplish Great Things

    <h4>Chapter 351: Chapter 351: Finding a Husband to Aplish Great Things</h4>


    ¡ª


    Several dayster, "We¡¯re Getting Married 3" officially announced its cast, which besides previously rumored Wen Qianning and Lu Yunzhou, as well as seasoned artist Meng Zhixuan and his wife Wang Ya, there was another pair no one sawing¡ª


    Yu Xinting and Jiang Zhiyu.


    As soon as this news broke, it soared to the top of trending searches.


    Yu Xinting v: [Disying our love to the public @Jiang Zhiyu]


    Jiang Zhiyu v: [My private romance @Yu Xinting]


    [You two hid it so well!!!]


    [Manager and actress, my Baby Yu!!!]


    [These two secretly got their marriage license, there have been so many marriages in the entertainment circle recently, all people I adore, sob]


    [Who knew, despite all the vignce, it turned out to be Baby Yu¡¯s manager who¡¯s in and out with her]


    ...


    When a manager and artist are seen together, even if captured on camera, no one would think too much of it, especially since Jiang Zhiyu had been by Yu Xinting¡¯s side since her debut, and her fans were very pleased with their manager.


    Even now that their marriage was public, they had no issues; they wholeheartedly approved of this brother-inw.


    Jiang Mian chuckled holding the wedding invitation in her hand, "Didn¡¯t expect them to move so quickly."


    They¡¯d managed to pull off a major surprise discreetly.


    Out of nowhere, Yangyang popped up, "Sister Mianmian, when will it be you and President Fu?"


    !!!


    "What¡¯s the matter with you, little host, sharing quite a few things on the fan forumstely, huh?"


    Even though it was all within the scope of Luo Ting and Jiang Mian¡¯s permission, Yangyang had be quite the social connector on the forums.


    Luo Ting was still preparing for another announcement to be officially revealedter, "Later the production team ns to ce youst without direct disclosure, but to sprinkle subtle clues, with the program itself revealing them at broadcast."


    On one hand, it increased the show¡¯s heat and impact, because even without adding Jiang Mian, this season¡¯s lineup was particrly strong.


    If it were to be Jiang Mian and Fu Sichen revealedst on the live show, the surge in viewership would be even greater.


    Jiang Mian looked at her phone, her beautiful eyes thoughtful¡ª


    [Skin Whitening Review]


    On camera: Jiang Mian and Fu Sichen.


    Tonight, I need to find a way to get Fu Sichen on board, although my hubby has indeed be a lot fairer recently, returning to his previous skin color will still take some more time.


    Jiang Mian picked up her bag and headed out, "I¡¯ll head back first, the production team shouldn¡¯t be revealing anything any time soon."


    "Hey, isn¡¯t a brand representative supposed toe over this afternoon..."


    This missy said in the morning she¡¯de to take a look, now what¡¯s this new drama?


    "Going home to take care of big matters with hubby."


    Big matters?!!


    What big matters!!


    Luo Ting¡¯s mind suddenly shed, this couldn¡¯t possibly¡ª


    It shouldn¡¯t be, Jiang Xiaomian said recently there were no such ns.


    No, no, this woman changes her mind faster than flipping a book; her actions are purely mood-based.


    This...


    "Sister Ting, the brand representative will be here soon."


    "Go tidy up the conference room, we¡¯ll talk there."


    Forget it, forget it, I¡¯m just a humble employee.


    Online discussions about the show¡¯s lineup were particrly heated.


    [Looking at past seasons, shouldn¡¯t there be four couples? But they¡¯ve only announced three so far]


    [There must be one more couple, is the production team still in negotiations or holding back a big move]


    [Yu Xinting and her manager¡¯s sudden announcement barely ranks third, how explosive must the fourth couple be]


    [@¡¯We¡¯re Getting Married 3¡¯ Official Weibo speed it up, can¡¯t wait!!]


    ...

 Chapter 352: Possessiveness is a bit overbearing

    <h4>Chapter 352: Chapter 352: Possessiveness is a bit overbearing</h4>


    The officialment section waspletely overwhelmed, and in the end, the official Weibo ount had to introduce the next couple themselves.


    We¡¯re Getting Married 3 official Weibo v: "The fourth couple is our mystery guest, very sweet, everyone please look forward to it {photo}"


    The production team even deliberately put up a photo, showing only the ck silhouettes of two people, without even their facial features visible.


    "Don¡¯t get your hopes up, hurry up and reveal it!!! Don¡¯t make me rush straight to your headquarters"


    "Weren¡¯t all the previous three couples sweet? You¡¯re spouting nonsense"


    "I heard on Weibo that it¡¯s Jiang Mian and President Fu."


    "Really? I don¡¯t think President Fu would participate in this kind of variety show."


    "He wouldn¡¯t, but he would for his wife hahaha"


    ...


    The style of thements was starting to veer off, something was amiss, and the Chen Mian couple¡¯s superfans were dreaming of a variety show featuring both of them together.


    As a junior host, Yangyang issued a statement.


    Yang Yangyang, obsessed to death: "Keep calm, let¡¯s look forward to it"


    "Ahhhh! Could it really be true!!"


    "Sis, my only connection, don¡¯t worry, the fourth couple is definitely Jiang Xiaomian and President Fu."


    "Chen Mian couple fans are ecstatic, don¡¯t stop ahh!"


    This statement from Yangyang was approved by Sister Ting, and the production team was also aware of it.


    Releasing some information in advance was beneficial for maintaining visibility and poprity.


    Luo Ting and her production team hade to genuinely admire them after their interactions; no wonder the previous seasons had done so well¡ªthey knew how to seize hot topics and create buzz.


    *


    When Fu Sichen arrived home, he immediately pulled his dear wife onto a chair, with a cellphone stand in front of her, surrounded by a ring of white lights.


    Sitting in the spotlight, Fu Sichen¡¯s deep ck eyes gleamed with amusement, "Wife, what¡¯s the act today?"


    Jiang Mian took out a gift box with a smiling, gentle voice, "Husband, it¡¯s for work, help me out."


    Fu Sichen¡¯s eyes were gentle, quietly watching Jiang Mian fiddling with the gift box, his voice low and maic, "A couple¡¯s variety show, Mrs. Fu? I wasn¡¯t aware."


    Trouble.


    I forgot the dog of a man could also go online and read the news.


    "Well, now you know."


    Fu Sichen¡¯s lips curved slightly, showing indulgent exasperation, "Really can¡¯t handle you at all."


    Jiang Mian¡¯s eyes twinkled as she leaned in and nted a kiss on Fu Sichen¡¯s lips, "Thank you, husband! I knew you¡¯re the best!"


    She picked up the two bottles of the whitening set in her hands and examined the man sitting on the chair.


    Something felt odd.


    "Go change your clothes."


    That suit is too concealing to show any whitening contrast.


    Ten minutester, Jiang Mian started recording the video¡ª


    "Hello, everyone, today I received a set from the brand, a new upgrade in whitening, and of course, I want to see how effective the new product is, so I¡¯ve enlisted a guinea pig for everyone to evaluate."


    The guinea pig looked emotionlessly at the camera and then at the whiteb coat on himself.


    This review video was definitely yed clear and straightforward by Mrs. Fu.


    "Firstly, let¡¯s look at President Fu¡¯s skin tone, widely known to be quite dark. To verify the whitening effect, I¡¯ll start with giving President Fu a facial spa using the product, and for his body we¡¯ll use the special body whitening lotion from their brand."


    "Of course, I won¡¯t show this part; everyone take a screenshot of President Fu¡¯s arm now, andter we¡¯llpare."


    Unexpectedly, Fu Sichenughed out loud, "Mrs. Fu, this possessiveness of yours is quite domineering."

 Chapter 353: Only I Can Kiss

    <h4>Chapter 353: Chapter 353: Only I Can Kiss</h4>


    "My beauty routine is not for others to see."


    Fu Sichen¡¯s face, however, is another story¡ªI can¡¯t help that it¡¯s always on disy outside.


    "So is your face okay for others to see?" Jiang Mian didn¡¯t hesitate for a moment, "Sure, your face is always seen by others, but¡ª"


    She paused for two seconds, suddenly revealing a sly smile, "only I get to kiss it."


    Fu Sichen¡¯s lips curved into a smile, his mood quite uplifted.


    What followed was a barrage of industry jargon from Jiang Mian that Fu Sichen could barely understand, as well as her thering all sorts of stuff on her face for what¡¯s colloquially known as a spa.


    Until the closing remarks, "Alright, that¡¯s it for today¡¯s review session; we¡¯ll witness President Fu¡¯s transformation next time."


    Fu Sichen, with a pale face, removed the facial mask, and his deep ck eyes simmered with a dangerous air, "Mrs. Fu, it¡¯s over."


    Jiang Mian, tidying up the array of bottles and jars on the floor, nodded, "It¡¯s over! Thanks for cooperating, hubby, mua~"


    Before Jiang Mian could put everything away, she suddenly felt her lower body lift, and the sensation of weightlessness washed over her.


    Instinctively, shetched onto Fu Sichen¡¯s neck, "Ah! What are you doing? I haven¡¯t finished cleaning up."


    Fu Sichen headed straight for the room, his voice deep and heavy, "Collecting a debt."


    ...


    In the moments of silence, Jiang Mian¡¯s voice softened, "Stop! What debt are you even collecting..."


    "A debt of favor; shouldn¡¯t the Mrs. repay it properly?"


    "..."


    So petty!!!


    Even this trivial matter had to be ounted for.


    Fu Sichen leaned in with augh, a hint of mirth bubbling from his throat, a deep maic timbre, "Focus..."


    Luo Ting was very pleased when sheter received the video from Jiang Mian.


    Luo Ting: [I can¡¯t believe President Fu was actually willing to appear and shoot this video]


    A tool man, no doubt.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s eyes were lifeless as she listlessly typed a reply on her phone.


    Jiang Xiaomian: [I¡¯m about to lose half my life here / soul leaving body jpg.]


    Luo Ting: [Just enjoy the process, it was a sessful revolution,rade, you¡¯ve worked hard]


    Jiang Xiaomian: [ ...I don¡¯t want this agent, really]


    Luo Ting took the videos for the studio¡¯s publicity department to edit and then arranged to send them to the brand for discussions on releasing the video simultaneously during the live broadcast of "We¡¯re Getting Married 3."


    Luo Ting: [Be mindful about which rooms at home can¡¯t be entered, and which ones can]


    Luo Ting: [The production team says they will likelye to install surveince and such these few days]


    Luo Ting: [From what they say, it seems they¡¯re nning to do a surprise live broadcast in these next few days]


    Luo Ting had already thoroughly researched the tactics used in previous seasons.


    Jiang Xiaomian: [Got it]


    Knowing that the couple would be on a variety show, Fu Jingcun specially had the butler who normally managed the vie over to Beijing Mansion for a while.


    After all, the young couple might not handle things as thoroughly.


    Thus, Jiang Mian wasn¡¯t worried in the slightest and nned to joyfully showcase her wonderful life.


    Not only could she make money but also be happy.


    ¡ª


    The next day


    [Wow, so wealthy! What ce is this?!]


    [Someone from North City, please introduce Beijing Mansion to us¡ªit¡¯s worth its weight in gold, truly a residence for the top-tier elite.]


    [Who¡¯s the fourth couple, anyway?!]


    [Isn¡¯t it rumored to be Jiang Mian and President Fu? Jiang Mian¡¯s house is here, if I¡¯m not mistaken.]


    Today, the production team nned tounch a surprise live broadcast, which doubled as a teaser trailer.


    It was a pity they were stopped right at the gate; when asked which building they were visiting, they were at a loss for words.


    Who¡¯d have known security would be so tight¡ªhow were they to know?


    Out of options, the Director openly exined their purpose and cited the names of Jiang Mian and Fu Sichen.

 Chapter 354: Treat Well

    <h4>Chapter 354: Chapter 354: Treat Well</h4>


    The security directly contacted their house, and the butler answered the phone.


    The butler had previously heard from the Young Master and Young Madam about the program recording, so he let the security register them and let them in.


    [I¡¯m dying ofughter, it¡¯s the first time I see someone stopped at the door]


    [The surprise attack failed, they just directly notified the homeowners]


    [Hahahaha, I would love to understand the director¡¯s mindset]


    ...


    The butler nced at the tightly closed door on the second floor and continued to instruct the staff to tidy up the inside.


    The staff sent by the program team got lost on the way, circled a big half before even asking some residents who were out for a morning run, before they found their house.


    The program team even took some close-up shots of the details.


    [No need to guess, it¡¯s Jiang Mian¡¯s house!]


    [Back when Jiang Mian filmed that military reality show, this was her house]


    [This woman said it was rented, her face unblushing, heart unstirring¡ªher acting is so good]


    [Jiang Mian: I am an actor, that¡¯s a belief]


    ...


    The staff took a deep breath and pressed the doorbell, soon the butler came out to open the door: "Pleasee in."


    "Okay... okay..."


    They were all prepared to catch a glimpse of Jiang Mian or President Fu, but they didn¡¯t expect another person to answer the door.


    "I¡¯m sorry for disturbing you abruptly, you are..."


    The butler was polite and courteous, inviting them to sit down on the sofa in the living room: "I am the butler, I was the one who contacted you before; the Young Master and Young Madam are still resting. Please, take a seat and have some tea, you might have to wait a little longer."


    Everyone exchanged looks, none daring to sit down.


    A few knowledgeable staff members had already noticed the various collectibles and antiques ced in the living room.


    Every piece was priceless, probably irreceable.


    They all consciously stayed far away, afraid of identally touching anything.


    The team leader tentatively asked: "They will probably..."


    The butler quickly understood what they meant and brought over some tea: "I can¡¯t say for sure; normally the Young Master gets up earlier, the Young Madam a bitter. Today"


    [Hahahaha, I¡¯m dying, the humility after the surprise attack]


    [As arrogant as they were earlier, they are equally miserable now hahaha]


    [I can see there¡¯s really no script, and the butler, having received the message in advance, didn¡¯t bother waking them up]


    [Butler: The rest of the Young Master and Young Madam is more important hahaha]


    ...


    While talking, the butler nced at the wall clock: "At this point, the Young Master should..."


    "Click."


    Before the butler could finish, a sound of a door opening came from the second floor.


    The staff promptly turned the camera toward the staircase.


    Soon, a man appeared in view.


    Fu Sichen, just awakened, was dressed in a white bathrobe, broad-shouldered and narrow-waisted, his eyes sleepy, hair somewhat messy.


    "Fu..."


    Before the staff could speak, Fu Sichen walked straight past them.


    He opened the refrigerator, took out honey water, scooped a spoonful, poured boiling water, and stirred, his movements fluid and practiced, holding the water ss as he headed upstairs.


    He casually dropped a remark: "Uncle Wang, treat them well."


    "Of course, Young Master."


    Everyone watched as Fu Sichen disappeared upstairs.


    "Click."


    The door was closed once more.


    [My gosh, I am swooning!!!]


    [Thatzy, just-woke-up look, I really don¡¯t know whether to envy Jiang Mian or President Fu]


    [It¡¯s just too perfect, sob!!]


    [In other live streams, you can see the couple¡¯s sweet interaction, here we can only hear the door sounds hahaha]


    [That ss of honey water, looks like he¡¯s practiced, must be for Jiang Mian]


    ...

 Chapter 355: Variety Show Live Broadcast

    <h4>Chapter 355: Chapter 355: Variety Show Live Broadcast</h4>


    Jiang Mian was woken up by the noise downstairs.


    Who is it, this early in the morning?


    Jiang Mian sat up, her cellphone at the bedside kept vibrating.


    She picked it up and nced at the caller ID before pressing the answer button.


    "You might want to pay attention to any marks on your body, the production crew is gonna surprise you today..."


    Before Luo Ting could finish speaking, Fu Sichen came in through the door, his deep ck eyes carried a hint ofzy drowsiness, and as usual, he held a cup of honey water in his hand.


    "Is the production crew already downstairs?"


    Fu Sichen stepped forward and ruffled Jiang Mian¡¯s hair, "Drink some honey water. Are you still sleepy? Want to sleep some more? It¡¯s still early."


    On the phone, Luo Ting thought: This little couple is really ying it cool.


    She checked the live broadcast situation, and the butler had already started giving them a tour of the Beijing Mansion¡¯s back garden.


    Jiang Mian slowly sipped her honey water, naturally wrapped her arms around Fu Sichen¡¯s slender waist, and his well-defined profile instantly stood out.


    She leaned against him, her eyes half-closed, "They¡¯re still downstairs..."


    Fu Sichen, who usually considered silence as agreement, said, "No worries, Uncle Wang is with them. You had ate night; sleep a bit more."


    Jiang Mian remembered she hadn¡¯t hung up the phone and picked it back up, "Sister Ting, what¡¯s the situation in the live broadcast room?"


    Finally, you remember me.


    "Other three couples are already up and doing interviews and interactions, as for you guys, the butler¡¯s giving everyone a vi tour."


    Seems quite unique; at least, the poprity is the highest right now.


    Jiang Mian pondered for a moment, then struggled to sit up, "Time to get up."


    It wouldn¡¯t be nice for them not to show up while the production crew had been waiting downstairs the whole time.


    Jiang Mian hung up the phone with Luo Ting and she and Fu Sichen tidied themselves up.


    As they came downstairs, the staff had just finished their tour and were resting on the sofa.


    When the staff heard movements, they immediately turned their cameras toward the staircase.


    [Here theye!]


    [The mysterious couple ising!]


    [What mystery, let¡¯s wee the Chen Mian couple!!]


    [Such an attitude, it¡¯s rude to make people wait.]


    [Please, why are there so many trolls these days? It¡¯s clearly an unannounced surprise; how do you expect people to be ready?]


    [Exactly, what¡¯s not considerate here? If I was woken up like that, I¡¯d be angry too.]


    ...


    Jiang Mian, dressed in an apricot-colored long house-robe, with her hair slightly up, the loose strands adding a unique charm and ir, had little makeup on her clean, fair face, revealing her top-tier bone structure.


    Her lips curved slightly, her voice soft and pleasant, "Sorry for keeping everyone waiting, we really didn¡¯t expect you to surprise us today. Have you had breakfast? If not, would you like to join us?"


    The staff immediately waved their hands, "No worries at all, Teacher Jiang. Just keep going about your morning; we¡¯re here to film. Also, would it be alright if we set up some surveince, and are there any inconveniences?"


    "Uncle Wang, can you take them around?"


    Jiang Mian addressed the few staff members about to set up the surveince, "Just follow Uncle Wang; he¡¯ll let you know where you can¡¯t install cameras."


    "Mm, okay."


    Fu Sichen had already brought out breakfast from the kitchen, but looking at the amount...


    Uncle Wang must have prepared quite a bit for the staff too.


    Jiang Mian pulled out a chair to sit, Fu Sichen brought out another huge portion and ced it on the counter, his voice deep and brisk, "Everyone, please eat. We¡¯ve prepared for all of you."


    Coming over for a surprise visit so early, it seemed like they hadn¡¯t had much breakfast themselves.

 Chapter 356: The Treasure Room

    <h4>Chapter 356: Chapter 356: The Treasure Room</h4>


    Jiang Mian saw their hesitation and took a sip of milk, "If you don¡¯t eat, it¡¯s really just a waste of food."


    "Thank you, Teacher Jiang, thank you, President Fu."


    The staff took turns dividing the breakfast buns and pancakes.


    "This is really good."


    "Can¡¯t believe how delicious breakfast can be."


    "Teacher Jiang eats this every day and still maintains such a good figure, I would get fat."


    ...


    The online viewers in the live stream room watched as several people ate deliciously, even making some sounds, making everyone feel hungry.


    [Howe! The couple¡¯s variety show has turned into a mukbang]


    [So fragrant, I feel like I can smell it through the screen.]


    [But they eat so down to earth]


    [Otherwise, who eats abalone and sea cucumber early in the morning without risking a nosebleed]


    The camera then switched from the breakfast scene to setting up surveince, leaving the breakfast to be included in the main show and in additional footageter.


    "Butler, hello, this room means¡ª"


    The few staff setting up the surveince stared at the text above for a long time.


    Howe each word, when read together, feels so off?


    [Treasure Room]


    The butler smiled politely, "This is where the Young Madam keeps some rare treasures; it¡¯s literally as the name suggests. We have a special monitoring system inside. If any other electronic devices enter, an rm system will be triggered, so it¡¯s inconvenient to install surveince here."


    Using a room to store treasures, they must be incredibly wealthy.


    "These are some of the auctioned items that the Young Madam has collected recently, not a lot, most of them are still mainly kept in Fu¡¯s Vi."


    The staff boldly asked, "We¡¯re not installing surveince, can we take a quick look and shoot a bit?"


    The butler had received instructions from the Young Madam earlier: aside from the study and the areas where Sichen normally works, which were off-limits, other areas where surveince couldn¡¯t be installed were alright to have a look.


    She could guess the production team¡¯s curiosity about this room.


    The butler gestured invitingly, "You can, just try not to touch those; those are the Young Madam¡¯s favorites, and she¡¯d be heartbroken if they were damaged."


    The staff understood well.


    Heartbroken, eh? If anything gets damaged, probably they couldn¡¯t afford it even if it took several generations.


    The next second, the door to the room opened, and what appeared were dazzling, eye-stinging diamonds and gemstones, each neatly disyed inside transparent ss cabs, clear and lustrous, with colors bright and craftsmanship of the highest purity.


    Their steps involuntarily paused in ce.


    This is considered ¡¯not a lot¡¯? The entire room, all the way to the end, had cabs on both surrounding walls filled with a variety of items, and the central walkway held sets of priceless jewelry and crowns.


    This was no mere treasure room; it was a genuine rare treasures exhibition.


    [Damn, my eyes are assaulted...]


    [If these aren¡¯t considered many, then how much treasure is there in Fu¡¯s Vi]


    [I study jewelry appraisal, any single item here could be worth a whole set of vis, and many are priceless]


    [Was I a murderer or arsonist in my past life? Why can¡¯t I be one of the rich in this life, it¡¯s killing me!!]


    ...


    The live stream was only halfway through, and Jiang Mian and Fu Sichen¡¯s individual searches already constituted a third of the trending searches, with new entries continually rising.


    The Director of "We¡¯re Getting Married 3" was nearlyughing his head off; they hadn¡¯t spent a penny, yet their show¡¯s trending entries were almost dominating the entire hot search chart.


    The poprity to follow was easily imaginable.

 Chapter 357: That day was the culmination of my long-awaited plan

    <h4>Chapter 357: Chapter 357: That day was the culmination of my long-awaited n</h4>


    At the same time, the official Weibo ount of the brand Jiang Mian endorsed also released a whitening video featuring their spokesperson.


    In the video, apart from Jiang Mian, what captured everyone¡¯s attention even more was Fu Sichen¡¯s appearance; for a while, the newlyunched products sold outpletely, and even the inventory in the warehouse was cleared out for reservations.


    The brand was bbergasted, "The selling power of this video is just too strong."


    Thepany¡¯s executives had already contacted the manufacturers to work overtime and produce more: "We all know Jiang Mian¡¯s influence, and with President Fu joining her, these two are definitely movers and shakers capable of stirring up the trending searches."


    Luo Ting: [Remember to retweet the brand¡¯s video.]


    Jiang Xiaomian: [Okay.]


    Jiang Mian retweeted a Weibo post during the live broadcast of the show.


    After the meal, the group moved to the back garden for the routine interview session. While other families were nearing their wrap-up, this household was just getting started.


    "I¡¯m curious to know the reason why Teacher Jiang and President Fu agreed toe on our show; everyone is quite interested in this."


    After all, President Fu has the look of someone who is generally unapproachable, who would be unlikely to agree to be filmed and followed around daily.


    Fu Sichen intertwined his fingers with Jiang Mian¡¯s slender ones, his gaze resting upon her: "I joined her in participating."


    Just like the previous military variety show.


    Because he was there.


    The smiles on the staff¡¯s faces at the scene were uncontroble.


    This couple, as long as they¡¯re in the same frame sitting together, it¡¯s like they¡¯re constantly showering each other with sweetness, way too sweet!!


    Hearing Fu Sichen¡¯s reply, the staff naturally turned their gaze upon Jiang Mian: "Since President Fu said so, Teacher Jiang, what¡¯s your reason for agreeing to this show?"


    Jiang Mian paused for a moment, pondering.


    It seemed that back then it was because Ms. Jiang had mentioned something about a wedding, not that she resisted getting married, but rather the push for having children after the wedding that led her to agree.


    Now...


    Jiang Mian looked up just in time to meet Fu Sichen¡¯s gaze, and she curved her lips: "I wanted to take a break, or else the affection between husband and wife might fade."


    ???


    If you two call this fading, you¡¯re only a step away from a passionate ze of romance.


    No different from a pair of lovebirds deep in romance.


    "I heard from President Fu about his wife before, saying that you two were childhood sweethearts. Teacher Jiang, so what serendipity brought you two to decide to get married?"


    Serendipity...


    Jiang Mian¡¯s mind involuntarily conjured up that unexpected figure she had encountered.


    "I was at my grandfather¡¯s ce at the time; we knew each other from childhood, andter on, when I went off to study, he did too; we actually hadn¡¯t seen each other for a while. The reunion was indeed a serendipitous one, where I spotted him in a crowd."


    "I didn¡¯t recognize him, but he recognized me, and after that, everything fell into ce."


    At that time, Jiang Mian was simply yearning for a handsome partner to appease her parents.


    But such things must, of course, be kept to oneself.


    The next second, she heard the man¡¯s low, doting voice beside her ear: "That day was a long-awaited moment for me."


    The staff on site managed not to let out a squeal.


    Damn!! This is too sweet!!!


    The barrage ofments was a series of screams:


    [Ahhh!! I¡¯m so smitten!!]


    [My jaw hit the floor, it¡¯s so sweet!! Help!!]


    [Someone, please pick up my jaw from outer space.]


    [I can¡¯t hold it in, they truly love each other!]


    [Help! So you¡¯re telling me that President Fu has been waiting for Jiang Mian all these years, I¡¯m so full, so sweet wow...]


    Hearing these words from Fu Sichen again, Jiang Mian felt her heart beating excessively fast, a blush spreading from her ears across her cheeks.


    The staff whispered among themselves.


    "Look, Teacher Jiang is blushing."


    "Never mind Teacher Jiang, my face is turning red from bothughing and blushing."


    These two are such a perfect match!!

 Chapter 358: I Still Owe Her a Wedding

    <h4>Chapter 358: Chapter 358: I Still Owe Her a Wedding</h4>


    The staff member who asked the question lightly coughed and said, "I wanted to ask the two of you if there¡¯s anything you regret not having done before because of your identities, or something you wish to aplish now that you¡¯re free to do so."


    Without any prior consultation, the two in perfect ord said two words, "Wedding."


    !!!!!


    The staff members looked at each other, finding the sweetness of today¡¯s conversation overwhelming.


    A couple of them even ran off to finish their excitedughter beforeing back.


    Fu Sichen spoke first, his gaze never leaving Jiang Mian, "I still owe her a wedding."


    At that time, the two hastily got their marriage certificate. Combined with Fu Sichen¡¯s military duties and Jiang Mian¡¯smitments in the entertainment circle, there simply was no time.


    And afterwards, due to their work and public profiles, they never really considered it.


    Now that everything was out in the open, there was nothing left to hide; they would have their wedding, it just had to be nned slowly.


    "She deserves the best, so everything has to be prepared properly."


    Jiang Mian added a few words, "Yeah, we¡¯re not in a hurry. I believe we will definitely have our own wedding."


    The staff received a notification from the show¡¯s crew telling them to cut down on the questions; asking too many might result in Jiang Mian and Fu Sichen dominating the entire trending searches, and while high traffic was good, monopolizing it wasn¡¯t what the crew wanted to see.


    Theseizens really knew how to make a scene.


    "Thest question, on behalf of theizens, Teacher Jiang and President Fu, have you considered having children? We¡¯re going to have a spin-off show about dads taking care of babies."


    "That question is currently not within our considerations."


    As for bing a mother, Jiang Mian hadn¡¯t given it any thought or nning.


    Plus, she and Fu Sichen surely deserved to enjoy some time as just the two of them for a good while yet.


    Jiang Mian looked toward the camera, her voice feigning grievance, "You guys, man, my husband just got discharged a year ago, and we had to sneak around for dates, barely seeing each other."


    "Now we can be open about it, and you won¡¯t let me enjoy some quality time with him? Be careful, or when I do have a child, you might not see me at all."


    Thements started streaming in immediately.


    [It¡¯s not us saying it!! It¡¯s clearly the show¡¯s crew making us take the fall]


    [The final wrap-up question for every group is the same]


    [The Movie Queen just won her title, she definitely wants to focus on her career now!!]


    [Exactly, I prefer watching them being sweet together, thinking about kids can wait haha haha haha]


    ...


    "Alright, thank you, Teacher Jiang and President Fu, for your cooperation."


    After the questioning ended, the preview live broadcast for today came to aplete close.


    The full episode would be releasedprehensivelyter.


    Fu Sichen didn¡¯t go to work today; he handled some work matters in the study.


    Jiang Mian, on the other hand, started browsing the onlinements.


    She hadn¡¯t scrolled far when she received a call from Ms. Jiang.


    "Hello, Ms. Jiang, what¡¯s up?"


    Jiang Yutian spoke in an unusually soft voice, "What¡¯s going on with you and Xiao Chen, your dad¡¯s birthday is tomorrow, and today not one of you hase back."


    "Old Lin has been emo on the couch the entire day."


    Crap!!!


    She remembered before, right after bing the Movie Queen, it was all about rxing and variety shows, and this brain...


    "Mom, it¡¯s his birthday tomorrow. It¡¯s about giving Old Lin a bit of disappointment so he¡¯ll be happier when we do show up."


    Jiang Yutian said, "...you are my own daughter."


    With that mouth of hers, how could she not know.


    She didn¡¯t say anything more, "Just don¡¯t forget, you muste back, otherwise your dad will really cry."


    "Don¡¯t worry, Ms. Jiang, mission will definitely be aplished! And I¡¯ll give my brother a nudge."


    This onepletely forgot his dad after getting a wife.


    Wishing she could just move the headquarters to North City.

 Chapter 359: Mrs. Fu’s Extravagance

    <h4>Chapter 359: Chapter 359: Mrs. Fu¡¯s Extravagance</h4>


    Despite both working in Su City, during this period, he¡¯s been soaking himself daily at the North City branch, under the beautiful pretext of expanding the branch¡¯s size.


    In reality, it¡¯s all for the convenience of finding his wife.


    Jiang Xiaomian: "Bro, you wouldn¡¯t have forgotten Old Lin¡¯s birthday, have you?"


    Lin Chen: "Coming back in the evening."


    Tsk tsk tsk.


    Dodging the topic is his forte.


    Jiang Xiaomian: "You¡¯re bringing Susu back with you, right?"


    Lin Chen: "Hmm."


    ???


    Eldest brother is really bing colder, having no love for this sister at all.


    Jiang Mian "pattered" up to the second floor: "Hubby~"


    Fu Sichen was wearing gold-rimmed sses, flipping through documents, while hisptop screen was also lit up.


    The man looked up to see the woman who popped her head in. Jiang Mian walked straight in and naturally curled up on Fu Sichen¡¯sp.


    Her tone was soft and slightly whiny: "Can¡¯t we just strike from work for today..."


    What¡¯s the difference between not going to work and working from home.


    "Ms. Jiang is asking us to return for a bit, tomorrow is Old Lin¡¯s birthday, she said it would be too pitiful if we didn¡¯t go back."


    "And my big brother, after eloping with my best friend, he seems like he wants nothing except for his wife and thepany."


    ...


    Fu Sichen cleared his throat lightly, then looked towards the video conferencing: "You¡¯ve heard what Mrs. Fu has said, right? Let¡¯s pause the meeting for now, we¡¯ll notify youter when to continue."


    !!!!


    Jiang Mian caught a glimpse from the corner of her eye, all the many heads on theputer screen were stunned.


    She was having a meeting!!!


    Her head buried in Fu Sichen¡¯s shoulder, her ears immediately turned red.


    After calming down for a while, Jiang Mian tried to stand up but Fu Sichen pulled her back into his embrace: "You¡¯ve sat down already, where are you running to."


    "You¡¯re in the middle of a meeting, show some restraint."


    Fu Sichen closed hisptop, a faint smile spilling from his throat: "It¡¯s over now, Mrs. Fu."


    "Busy man President Fu."


    Hmm?


    Fu Sichen yed with Jiang Mian¡¯s hair, his voice low and clear: "Need to earn money for Mrs. Fu to splurge."


    "First going to Fu¡¯s Vi, then back to Su City together to celebrate dad¡¯s birthday."


    Fu¡¯s Vi...


    What¡¯s wrong?


    Fu Sichen¡¯s thin lips slightly curved, and he lightly flicked Jiang Mian¡¯s upturned nose: "If it weren¡¯t for mom¡¯s call, you would have forgotten dad¡¯s birthday, right? Let¡¯s go to the vi to pick some gifts to take home."


    The things here are all the jewelry and gemstones Jiang Mian loves, but for elders, it¡¯s more appropriate to choose something from inside the vi.


    At this moment, the small group chat of Fu Group was particrly lively¡ª


    Manager 1: "Now I¡¯ve seen it all, no wonder there¡¯s the saying that beauty is troublesome."


    Director 2: "Raging for beauty, we watched their live show in the office in the morning, and now what, real-life coquettish behavior in the afternoon."


    Manager 2: "Honestly, just seeing Mrs. Fu¡¯s coquettish ways, even as a woman I can¡¯t stand it, let alone President Fu!!"


    Employee: "Next time, I suggest recording the screen, we low-level employees want to see too!!!"


    Xu Lai: "Stop watching! Do you know how much work President Fu has assigned this meeting..."


    Tears were almost falling from Xu Lai¡¯s eyes, how could President Fu forget there was such a pitiful assistant.


    They still have the mood to be so sweet, while the content of this meeting is overwhelming to absorb.


    So deadly!!!


    After tidying up, they arrived at Su City and at the gate just happened to meet Lin Chen and Su Lixinging home.


    "What a coincidence, running into you right at the door."


    Jiang Mian directly went up and pulled Su Lixing: "If we don¡¯t go in soon, dad won¡¯t be able to sleep tonight..."


    Before Jiang Mian and Su Lixing reached the door, the gate opened.

 Chapter 360: Diary

    <h4>Chapter 360: Chapter 360: Diary</h4>


    Jiang Yutian opened the door and saw four familiar figures waving them in, "Come in quick,e in quick. We¡¯re all together now, preparing a surprise for your dad."


    She deliberately shouted inside, "Old Lin, Mianmian and the others are back."


    Jiang Mian stepped forward to change shoes and asked Ms. Jiang quietly about her current situation.


    Jiang Yutian nced inside and whispered, "Your father hardly ate tonight, he keeps mumbling about how everyone has grown up and doesn¡¯t want to stay home. It¡¯s sad for empty-nest elderly."


    Jiang Mian smiled softly. At fifty, his temperament was still like a child¡¯s.


    Su Lixing changed his shoes and called out, "Mom."


    "Eh, Lixing, have you lost weight recently? Is work too hard, or is Lin Chen not treating you well?"


    "No, no, I¡¯ve actually gained weight, I haven¡¯t slimmed down, Mom, don¡¯t worry."


    Su Lixing was about to walk inside when Lin Chen pulled her back, "Let Jiang Xiaomian handle it inside. She¡¯s the best at appeasing Old Lin."


    From childhood to adulthood, Jiang Mian had never failed¡ªshe was sure to soothe anyone.


    By the time the three of them had put away their things and entered, Lin Shengqiang¡¯s eyes squinted happily, his lips smiling widely.


    Done.


    He was already cheered up.


    "Dad."


    The three entered and were immediately ushered to sit down.


    Fu Sichen and Lin Chen put everything they brought on the carpet and the sofa.


    Lin Shengqiang nodded and looked at the full coffee table and carpet, "You didn¡¯t need to bring all this. It¡¯s too much."


    "Dad, birthdays should be ceremonial. You love tea, and these are all antiques. There are also some calligraphy and paintings; you can study them when you have time."


    Jiang Yutian poured some water and didn¡¯t pamper the old man¡¯s temper, "The kids don¡¯te and you get upset, then they doe and you act all polite."


    Lin Shengqiang suddenly felt warm, "Don¡¯t talk about these things in front of the children."


    "Xiao Chen and Lixing, if you two have things to do, go back to your rooms for a while. Many aunties have also prepared things. Check if anything is missing. Leave your dad to us."


    The two sat there with not much to do and probably felt constrained, so Jiang Yutian sent them back to their respective rooms.


    Fu Sichen went to Jiang Mian¡¯s room, which was neatly tidied with no excess decoration.


    He opened the wardrobe to check if anything was left behind or missing, and his gaze fell on a neatly ced box.


    He recognized the teddy bear inside at a nce.


    It was the one he had given to Jiang Mian years ago. Fu Sichen picked it up and carefully examined it for a long time, his thin lips quietly curling slightly, "Well preserved."


    Underneath the teddy bear was a notebook and a wish bottle, which Fu Sichen picked up.


    "Snap¡ª"


    As the notebook opened, a scattering of photos fell to the floor.


    They were all their photos together from back then.


    ying in the garden, visiting amusement parks, and some photos that Fu Sichen himself didn¡¯t even know about.


    It was Jiang Mian¡¯s sneak shots of him doing his homework.


    His gaze fell on the page that was turned¡ª


    [7.2 Grandpa Fu, the neighbor next door, has a handsome little brother today. Grandpa Fu said he is his grandson and from now on he is my brother. Little brother said I should call him Brother Xiao Fu]


    [7.13 Today I watched Brother Xiao Fu do his homework, I took a lot of photos secretly, he¡¯s really handsome, he can only have me as his little sister]


    Fu Sichen suddenlyughed upon reading this.


    Mrs. Fu had always had such a strong possessive instinct since she was little.

 Chapter 361: If Brother Xiao Fu Could Marry Me, That Would Be Great

    <h4>Chapter 361: Chapter 361: If Brother Xiao Fu Could Marry Me, That Would Be Great</h4>


    [8.1 Brother Xiao Fu and I went to the amusement park, and I was so, so happy. We took a lot of photos. Some uncles and aunties we met on the way even praised us for looking good, which made me even happier.]


    [8.12 Today an auntie said she wanted Brother Xiao Fu to be her son-inw, and I instantly disliked that auntie. I find her so annoying, Brother Xiao Fu is clearly mine! If only Brother Xiao Fu could marry me in the future.]


    ...


    Jiang Mian had a habit of keeping a diary when she was young. Fu Sichen continued flipping through it until he reached thest entry.


    [9.2 Mom said to record life and the people and things I like in the diary, but Brother Xiao Fu is going to a very, very far ce. Grandpa Fu said that he wille back, but I know it¡¯s going to be a long time, and he might meet new people and might forget me.]


    [I feel so terrible, and Grandpa said it doesn¡¯t matter, we will see each other again in the future. He said Xiao Fu went to study hard, and I should also work hard because only good people will meet other good people.]


    This was the longest diary entry Jiang Mian had ever written. He couldn¡¯t help but recall the childish tone of her voice and the little girl who followed him around at that time.


    At the end of the diary, she wrote¡ª


    [Myst entry, I won¡¯t write anymore!]


    Fu Sichen chuckled softly as he organized the scattered photos on the ground, feeling a bit of a sting at the tip of his nose.


    "Click¡ª"


    The door suddenly opened, and Jiang Mian walked in with a bright smile, "Surprise inspection, what are you doing¡ª"


    Her words trailed off as she saw the photos in Fu Sichen¡¯s hands, as well as the diary and the wish bottle on the floor, and her mouth suddenly stiffened.


    Ah ah ah ah!!


    She immediately stepped forward and hugged these items into her arms, "A little girl¡¯s diary isn¡¯t something you can just read."


    When she got married and moved out, Jiang Mian did not know that Fu Sichen was Brother Xiao Fu.


    While organizing the room and clothes, these items had been sorted and put in this box and locked in the closet.


    She had intended to deal with themter but got busy and forgot about it.


    But now...


    Jiang Mian suddenly looked up, her eyes meeting Fu Sichen¡¯s slightly smiling ck ones, and she tentatively asked, "You didn¡¯t read all of it, did you?"


    Fu Sichen, with a yful curl of his lips and a meaningful tone, said, "So Mrs. Fu is the long-desired one."


    What?!!


    I did not.


    "That... that was when I was young and silly, plus when I saw someone handsome, I used to fall in love with every one of them!"


    Jiang Mian¡¯s face turned slightly red¡ªFu Sichen had read all these embarrassing diaries!


    "Oh~"


    Fu Sichen intentionally elongated the sound, "Then Mrs. Fu kept only my photo."


    "..."


    Why did I keep all these photos together? I should have burned them right away.


    "You¡¯re stillughing, stopughing!"


    What¡¯s so funny.


    Fu Sichen¡¯s shoulders shook slightly from his suppressedughter, "Alright, alright, I¡¯ll stopughing."


    He neatly arranged the photos and tucked them into the diary, cing it tidily on the bedside table.


    "They shouldn¡¯t just be stuffed back in the box and closet."


    "My photos, shouldn¡¯t they be taken home? Jiang Xiaomian had a remarkably high talent for photography at that time, it would be a shame to leave these beautiful photos here."


    Jiang Mian was about to say something else when Fu Sichen led her to the bathroom, "It¡¯s gettingte, wash up and rest soon, tomorrow we still have to celebrate dad¡¯s birthday."


    The two entered the bathroom and their eyes fell on the square box on the washbasin and the note underneath¡ª

 Chapter 362: I Approached Her First

    <h4>Chapter 362: Chapter 362: I Approached Her First</h4>


    "The old residence has poor soundproofing, so be mindful; there are no supermarkets nearby, so use what you¡¯re prepared with."


    "..."


    Jiang Mian could already imagine Ms. Jiang¡¯s tone from her handwriting.


    Suddenly, there was a hint of awkwardness in the air.


    What¡¯s happening!!!


    Such matters left to the concern of her own mother.


    Fu Sichen set the box aside, "Take a bath first, and rest early after washing..."


    Steam slowly rose, enveloping the entire bathroom.


    An ambiguous, unusual atmosphere permeated the air...


    After dawdling for over an hour, the two of them came out one after the other.


    Jiang Mian sat in front of the dressing table while Fu Sichen was helping her blow-dry her hair.


    Susu Big Baby: "You guys definitely have it in your room too."


    This item couldn¡¯t possibly be found in just one room.


    Jiang Mian instantly understood, the corners of her lips curved helplessly, and she almostughed out loud.


    Jiang Xiaomian: "My mom treats everyone equally, and even thoughtfully prepared little notes."


    Susu Big Baby: "We have some here too, if not enough, we will share with you generously, don¡¯t be shy."


    Jiang Mian: "..."


    No need, really.


    Jiang Xiaomian: "President Fu was very considerate to me today; if you guys need more, we can sponsor {happy coboration jpg.}"


    Jiang Mian browsed through Weibo before bedtime, and a Weibo mention of her kept refreshing.


    What is this??


    Fu Sichen v: "From the childhood of Mrs. Fu {photo}{photo}{photo}..."


    A nine-picture grid?!!!


    The scoundrel had actually posted the photos she had taken before on Weibo, including some he took sneakily and a few of their outing together.


    "Late at night, even thete-night snacks aren¡¯t appealing anymore!!"


    "You feed us dog food during the day, and still serve us a meal at night; this buy-one-get-one-free tactic is really ruthless."


    "Never mind, we, Chen Mian, love to watch; perfectly matched, life-saving!"


    "Childhood, could it be Jiang Xiaomian liked President Fu since childhood?"


    ...


    Jiang Mian "tap-tapped" her phone, below¡ª


    Jiang Mian v: "I just really appreciate good-looking guys..."


    She didn¡¯t deny that Fu Sichen had been handsome from a young age and, as he got older, he possessed an indescribable charm.


    Fu Sichen directly replied to thement about "Jiang Mian liking President Fu since childhood"


    Fu Sichen v: "It was me who approached her first!!!"


    "HAHAHAHA, President Fu really loves."


    "I¡¯m dying ofughter, aren¡¯t this couple togetherte at night, chatting withizens on their phones?"


    "President Fu: I¡¯m definitely more in love than my wife HAHAHAHA"


    Jiang Mian was still browsing her phone when the door to the room opened, and Fu Sichen walked in with documents and aptop in hand.


    "President Fu can multitask even during meetings."


    Fu Sichen put down the documents andputer, his thin lips curving slightly: "Mrs. Fu¡¯s matters alwayse first, just a modest show of our love."


    Jiang Mian¡¯s lips curved up, hooking around Fu Sichen¡¯s neck and pulling him into her arms, her eyes twinkling mischievously: "Fu Sichen, do you love me this much?"


    Fu Sichen propped himself up, staring at the woman in his arms, his thin lips curved, his voice low and pleasant: "Of course."


    I love you very much, even willing to give you my life.


    "I love you too..."


    Jiang Mian tilted her face up, initiating a kiss on Fu Sichen¡¯s lips.


    "Mrs. Fu, this kind of thing should be done by me..."


    The man lowered his head and kissed her again, gently and tenderly.


    The night was deep, the moonlight bright, the breeze gentle, everything peaceful and serene.


    Only a dim yellow light remained in the bedroom...

 Chapter 363: Not Enough, I’ll Ask Someone to Buy Some More

    <h4>Chapter 363: Chapter 363: Not Enough, I¡¯ll Ask Someone to Buy Some More</h4>


    ¡ª


    The next day


    When Jiang Mian came downstairs, a full table of food was alreadyid out.


    Lin Shengqiang didn¡¯t really like making a fuss, so birthdays were usually just the family cooking some nice dishes and then having a simple meal together.


    "Wow, Ms. Jiang, your cooking skills have really improved a lot recently!"


    Jiang Yutian doesn¡¯t cook often, the one certainty being Old Lin¡¯s birthday.


    "Eh, why don¡¯t I see anyone else around?"


    Jiang Mian looked around downstairs and, besides the auntie and her own mother, there was no sign of anyone else.


    The person who had been by her side when she woke up in the morning had long since disappeared, leaving Jiang Mian to wallow in bed with a body soreness for a good long while.


    Yesterday Ms. Jiang¡¯s square box had been emptied...


    Jiang Yutian wiped her hands, "Xiao Chen and your dad are ying chess in the backyard garden, your brother went to get the cake, and Lixing was just resting, ording to your brother a moment ago. I guess she¡¯s been too tired these past few days."


    Tsk.


    Jiang Mian could imagine what kind of tired they were.


    She didn¡¯t believe for a second they had held backst night.


    Suddenly Jiang Yutian thought of something and pulled on Jiang Mian, "Are you guys nning to stay over tonight too?"


    What¡¯s with that??


    Jiang Mian was caught off guard by Ms. Jiang¡¯s seemingly random question.


    What¡¯s that about?


    "We can go back, or stay another night, depending on Fu Sichen¡¯s work schedule. He¡¯s been pretty busytely."


    That man must have a lot on his hands, otherwise he wouldn¡¯t have spentst night dragging executives into a meeting.


    "If staying one more night is enough, that¡¯s fine, otherwise, I¡¯ll get someone to buy more."


    ?????


    Her own mother saying this in front of her...


    "Stop right there, Ms. Jiang, you don¡¯t have to worry, there¡¯s no problem."


    Jiang Yutian, "I just don¡¯t want you young ones getting too carried away. No matter how young you are, you should still exercise some restraint, especially with the uing variety show filming."


    "Understood, Ms. Jiang."


    "Mom, I¡¯m going to go check out the backyard, you¡¯ve worked hard!"


    Jiang Mian found an excuse to slip away, just as she was about to give Jiang Yutian a big hug, she was blocked by an elbow, "Go on, go on, don¡¯t get in the way here."


    And you were the one who pulled me over to talk just now.


    Jiang Mian, "...You¡¯ll get used to it."


    She took out her phone and started texting while she walked to the backyard.


    Jiang Xiaomian: [Just checking in, is Miss Su feeling alright?]


    Jiang Xiaomian: [Do you need me to lend a helping hand?]


    There¡¯s probably no concealer avable at the old house¡ªsomething Jiang Mian always carried with her¡ªand she didn¡¯t know if Su Lixing had any.


    Just in case there were any marks that needed a bit of covering up.


    Su Lixing hadn¡¯t replied to her messages, presumably still asleep at this hour.


    Her gaze quickly found the two men sitting at the stone table.


    The gentle sunlight sprinkled on the chessboard, casting a warm silhouette of Fu Sichen.


    "You two are the mostfortable in the whole house."


    Jiang Mian pulled up a small chair and sat down beside them.


    Fu Sichen¡¯s lips curled slightly, his distinct fingers moving a chess piece forward, "But the mostfortable person is you, who just woke up..."


    Did she have to be so ruthlessly exposed?


    Jiang Mian, "I just woke up because of..."


    Before she could finish, Lin Shengqiang lightly coughed, "Cough, cough, let¡¯s not say too much."


    Jiang Mian¡¯s inner thoughts: I was almost too quick with my mouth.


    She red at Fu Sichen¡ªit was all his fault for starting this topic, that dog of a man!


    Fu Sichen chuckled, "Mrs. Fu, one needs to be quiet while ying chess, and even quieter while watching."


    Lin Shengqiang moved a piece on the board, nodding in satisfaction, "Mmm, that¡¯s well said."


    "..."


    The two men who loved her mostined she was too noisy...

 Chapter 364: Just Speaking of Physical Strength, There’s Quite a Gap

    <h4>Chapter 364: Chapter 364: Just Speaking of Physical Strength, There¡¯s Quite a Gap</h4>


    Jiang Mian¡¯s phone vibrated, and she nced at it before getting up and leaving.


    The person she had been ying with had finally woken up.


    Susu Big Baby: [Ah ah ah ah help! Overslept]


    Susu Big Baby: [Died before being able to show my skills, sis was already half in soul heavenst night]


    Jiang Mian couldn¡¯t help butugh, it seemed Miss Su had given her big brother a tough time.


    Jiang Xiaomian: [I wonder who it was that imed they needed to borrow ours yesterday, you guys probably didn¡¯t have enough]


    Susu Big Baby: [Have mercy, my face hurts so much right now]


    She got pped in the face.


    Some things, you can¡¯t brag about too soon.


    Otherwise, it can lead to trouble.


    Susu Big Baby: [Quick! I urgently need your help, irond concealer!! I forgot to bring mine...]


    Jiang Mian¡¯s concealer was custom-made, specifically to block these kinds of problems, and its effectiveness was amazing.


    Later on, Fu Sichen had someone mass-produce it, and there was still a whole box in the storeroom at home.


    Su Lixing had also asked Jiang Mian for quite a few before.


    Susu Big Baby: [No wait, I¡¯ve almost used up mine, gotta freeload from your ce again]


    Susu Big Baby: [I suggest you should just patent it and sell it online, it¡¯s so effective!!]


    Jiang Xiaomian: [Get dressed and tidy up, I¡¯lle deliver it to you]


    She definitely didn¡¯t want to see any weird things in the room.


    Jiang Mian chatted while heading to her room, and when she came out, she bumped into her big brother who was just preparing to return to his room.


    "Big brother, perfect timing, this! You give it to Susu, she¡¯ll know what it is."


    Jiang Mian shoved the concealer to Lin Chen and went downstairs without looking back.


    Early in the morning, if she encountered both of them, she would definitely be force-fed dog food, better to cut it off early.


    Lin Chen had seen her use this at Su Lixing¡¯s before and immediately understood what it was.


    *


    At noon, everyone sang a birthday song for Lin Shengqiang, and after his aunt helped them take a big family photo, they began to sit down for the meal.


    Fu Sichen¡¯s gaze fell on a te of prawns with an attractive color; he picked a few and put them on his te, and naturally began to peel them. Lin Chen also picked up some hairy crabs that Su Lixing liked and started to extract the meat.


    "With three men at the table, and two already so rolled up, what is this birthday boy to do?"


    At this point, Jiang Mian definitely stood by Ms. Jiang¡¯s side: "Dad, your skill is unparalleled, after all these years, surely today can be a little exception, right?"


    "You have to know¡ª"


    Jiang Mian deliberately drew out her intonation, speaking with gravity: "You only get to be the birthday star for one day a year, but you have to be Ms. Jiang¡¯s husband for 365 days, surely you aren¡¯t exempt today."


    Lin Shengqiang simply couldn¡¯t argue with his daughter and went to pick up some prawns proactively. Right when the te was brought in front of him, Jiang Yutian turned it away.


    "It¡¯s fine, your daughter is just joking with you. After so many years as an old couple, I know. We¡¯re not in such a hurry. We¡¯ll go traveling in a while. I want to wear a bikini, so I¡¯m dieting recently and controlling my diet."


    "They¡¯re young, whypare yourself with them, we can¡¯tpete with that, especially in terms of physical strength."


    Thatment...


    It sounded kind of strange.


    Fu Sichen dipped some sauce and ced it in Jiang Mian¡¯s bowl: "Eat your shrimp, don¡¯t think about anything else."


    Lin Chen pushed the crab meat towards Su Lixing with a deadpan face: "Eat your crab, it¡¯s all meat."


    Lin Shengqiang smiled faintly at the two couples eating their meal: "Let¡¯s eat, just eat."

 Chapter 365: Your Family’s Child

    <h4>Chapter 365: Chapter 365: Your Family¡¯s Child</h4>


    After dinner


    Jiang Mian directly posted a photo on Weibo.


    Jiang Mian v: "Happy birthday, Old Lin. Your daughter still loves you a lot {photo}"


    "Wow, this is my dad too, happy birthday!"


    "Happy birthday!! Amazing, the good looks in this family!"


    "Have kids quickly, leave us some descendants"


    Seeing thisment, Jiang Mian couldn¡¯t help but reply¡ª


    Jiang Mian v: "What ¡¯leave us some descendants¡¯!!! No, no, no! We n to live long lives!!"


    "Hahaha, sorry, I really can¡¯t help butugh"


    While Jiang Mian was still bantering withizens, Luo Ting called.


    "Hello, Jiang Mian, when are youing back?"


    At that moment, Jiang Mian was still packing in the room. Ms. Jiang had no idea how much stuff she had stuffed them with, always worrying they¡¯d run out of supplies once they returned.


    "Not yet, leaving in a bit, I¡¯ll be in North City tomorrow."


    Fu Sichen had meetings piled up, and Jiang Mian felt a bit bad, so he spoke with Old Lin and Ms. Jiang and decided to go back first and visit them again when possible.


    Jiang Yutian couldn¡¯t wait for them to leave: "It¡¯s best that you go now, your dad and I are supposed to start a tour tomorrow. Otherwise, we would have to dy it and pay extra."


    Jiang Mian thought: Leaving is probably for the best, the additional costs are nothingpared to them.


    "The production team asked us, they want to start filming the first episode tomorrow. Due to some issues with Teacher Meng¡¯s work, he might not be able to attend the first group recording."


    A group recording on the first day?


    The rules had changed this season.


    Jiang Mian tentatively asked: "The production team isn¡¯t nning any tricks, are they?"


    "I¡¯d like to know too, but they are keeping tight-lipped."


    Before this, Luo Ting and Jiang Mian had quickly caught up on this couple¡¯s reality show. In previous seasons, everyone filmed separately, butter on, they might have a group recording.


    This season starts with a union; the director might be nning something big while the show is hot.


    Another big overhaul.


    "Then you go home and rest well today, tomorrow you will probably have to go somewhere else to join them."


    Jiang Mian ended the call and looked sympathetically at Fu Sichen, who was still packing.


    Noticing Jiang Mian¡¯s gaze, Fu Sichen¡¯s voice was clear and pleasant: "What¡¯s wrong?"


    With two ¡¯cks¡¯, the suitcase closed and Fu Sichen walked over to Jiang Mian¡¯s side: "Recording the program tomorrow?"


    "What about your work? You¡¯re so busy."


    Suddenly a bit regretful.


    Jiang Mian always regretted his impulsive decisions.


    Fu Sichen gently stroked Jiang Mian¡¯s hair: "It¡¯s fine, just changing the location of the meeting."


    A couple¡¯s reality show mostly revolves around their interactions, no matter how tired, there wouldn¡¯t be any extreme wilderness survival tasks.


    "Mm."


    Both had no idea what they were about to face tomorrow...


    ¡ª


    The next day


    Knowing that the production team was going to film today, Jiang Mian didn¡¯t sleep much and got up early to have breakfast at the dining table.


    "Ding dong ding dong."


    The doorbell rang.


    Jiang Mian took a piece of bread and went straight to open the door.


    "..."


    Outside stood a little boy with a mushroom haircut, his round cheeks plump, looking exceptionally adorable.


    Jiang Mian paused for two seconds, then looked at the cameraman holding big equipment and the program¡¯s director behind.


    "Whose child is this, quite cute?"


    Someone in the crowd suddenly said: "Teacher Jiang, he¡¯s from your family."


    ?!!!

 Chapter 366: You must be my Daddy Fu

    <h4>Chapter 366: Chapter 366: You must be my Daddy Fu</h4>


    "Hey, you can¡¯t just say things like that, you can go without food, but spreading rumors is another thing."


    Jiang Mian said this deliberately to the camera, then casually asked the staff, "We¡¯re just recording today, right? Not live broadcasting?"


    Their PD showed a meaningful smile.


    Great, the crew¡¯s old tricks.


    The bulletments were going crazy¡ª


    [Hahaha, Jiang Mian got so scared]


    [Since when did they have such a big kid?]


    [Based on age, the child would have been born right after Jiang Mian graduated from college, right?]


    ...


    The production team had specifically chosen to mix live broadcasts with recorded segments.


    Not only did this maintain the show¡¯s poprity and ensure scheduled trending topics during the recordings, but it also kept the audience¡¯s appetite whetted with content following live broadcasts.


    It was truly an all-out effort from the entire staff.


    A little glutinous rice dumpling that only came up to Jiang Mian¡¯s thigh tugged at her clothes, and said in a babyish voice, "Aunt Jiang, I¡¯m your family¡¯s child, can I call you Mommy?"


    ?!?!


    Jiang Mian almost dropped the toast in her hand from shock.


    What the heck?!


    How did my seniority suddenly climb so fast?


    "Mommy, why aren¡¯t you weing me?"


    Jiang Mian nced at the staff who were collectively trying to hold in theirughter, she roughly had the idea.


    "So you guys got a kid for me to look after, huh."


    Apparently, the show¡¯s trump card was right here.


    Fu Sichen had just finished with a morning meeting and came down from the second-floor study. He saw a crowd of people at the door and came straight over, "Why aren¡¯t youing in?"


    "Wow! Uncle, you¡¯re so handsome, you must be my Daddy Fu."


    A milky voice drew Fu Sichen¡¯s attention, and he looked down to see a little boy holding onto Jiang Mian¡¯s clothes.


    A trace of surprise crossed his handsome face as he looked up at Jiang Mian.


    Jiang Mian lifted her chin towards the staff in front of her, "Them."


    Fu Sichen¡¯s deep ck eyes suddenly swept over them, causing the staff to shiver subconsciously.


    They hadn¡¯t realized that President Fu was actually a ruthless and decisive person in his actions.


    They had been "deceived" by him being with Jiang Mian.


    They were going to give him a child...


    Would he end up simply cancelling the show on the spot?


    [I really can¡¯t imagine what it would look like for President Fu to take care of a child]


    [Hahaha, I¡¯m curious too, but the look in President Fu¡¯s eyes just now scared me]


    [This kid is so cute, I want to hug him, will President Fu end up making the dumpling cry?]


    [Sisters above, I think it¡¯s possible hahaha]


    ...


    "I¡¯m hungry... Do you guys have food, Baby Yu hasn¡¯t had breakfast."


    Jiang Mian looked at the staff and deliberately dragged out, "Ah, so those uncles and aunts didn¡¯t give you anything to eat, huh? From now on, don¡¯t listen to them, you need to listen to what Mommy and Daddy say, understand?"


    "Come, Sister Jiang will take you to have breakfast."


    Jiang Mian took the little boy¡¯s soft hand and walked inside.


    The staff who had been teased all looked at each other and scrambled to their positions.


    Reaching the dining table, Jiang Mian hesitated for two seconds.


    There were no children¡¯s chairs in the house, how was he going to eat breakfast?


    Jiang Mian took out her phone and found the WeChat group¡ª


    Jiang Xiaomian: [How do we solve the kid¡¯s meal issue {headache.jpg}]


    Jiang Xiaomian: [There are no children¡¯s seats]


    Wen Qianning: [Teacher Lu can hold him]


    Baby Yu: [Jiang Zhiyu can hold him]


    Jiang Mian looked up at Fu Sichen.


    Let Fu Sichen hold him??


    She actually found it difficult to imagine that scene.

 Chapter 367: Want a Hug

    <h4>Chapter 367: Chapter 367: Want a Hug</h4>


    Fu Sichen and Jiang Mian locked eyes, immediately understanding each other.


    He squatted down and waved at the little boy, signaling him toe over. Just as the staff was about to smile contentedly, the man¡¯s deep and maic voice casually sounded, "How old are you this year?"


    The little boy gestured with his fingers and somewhat skillfully shed a "4," saying, "Daddy, I¡¯m 4 years old."


    A hint of unease flitted across Fu Sichen¡¯s serene andposed face. He lightly coughed and said, "As a man, you should eat by yourself."


    Jiang Mian couldn¡¯t help butugh; she had overestimated President Fu.


    [Hahaha, I¡¯m dying ofughter]


    [President Fu is really trying to keep a serious face and speak with patience]


    [I feel like the baby didn¡¯t understand at all haha]


    The next moment, everyone heard the child¡¯s granny-like tone, "I¡¯m not a man, I don¡¯t have a wife."


    He even waved his chubby hand while saying it.


    It seemed like he was trying to disassociate quickly, "Daddy Fu is a man, Mommy¡¯s husband."


    The staff nearby couldn¡¯t help but give auntie-like smiles.


    They regretted not cuddling him more just a moment ago; this child was indeed too adorable.


    Fu Sichen was momentarily at a loss for words.


    "Let¡¯s just hold him while he eats this time, andter have Uncle Wang prepare a children¡¯s seat."


    The spot where the group recording was scheduled to happen might already have it prepared.


    Upon hearing this, the little boy¡¯s face immediately lit up with a smile, "Daddy Fu hold, want huggy."


    Jiang Mian suddenly thought of something and asked the crew, "What¡¯s this child¡¯s name?"


    [Hahaha, Jiang Xiaomian, you finally remembered]


    [If these two really have a kid in the future, the kid would need to be self-sufficient haha]


    [Hrious, no one really noticed what the child¡¯s name was; the other two groups are unusually affectionate calling out names]


    ...


    "My name is Chuanchuan."


    The staff nodded, "Yes, Teacher Jiang, everyone calls him Chuanchuan."


    "What¡¯s his full name?"


    Chuanchuan suddenly bowed his head, and Jiang Mian sensed something was off. The lead PD took Jiang Mian aside, "Here¡¯s the thing, Teacher Jiang, the three children on this show are from an orphanage."


    "Chuanchuan was left at the orphanage door with a note simply bearing the name Lu Chuan."


    "Most children at the orphanage are abandoned by their parents due to health issues, but Chuanchuan was checked thoroughly and found to be entirely healthy, yet his parents never turned up, and he has been there ever since."


    "The director gives each child entering the orphanage another name, so Chuanchuan was subsequently named Yunchuan, sharing the same spelling as his original name, one tomemorate, and two, hoping each child has a beautiful new start."


    Jiang Mian slightly pursed her lips, her gaze drifting towards Chuanchuan, who was obediently drinking milk at the table, feeling an inexplicable ache.


    Lu Chuan.


    Peace everywhere.


    Parents who pick such a beautiful name with deep meanings, why would they leave their child at an orphanage?


    After learning more about the child from the PD, she heard a "pitter-patter" running out from the inside, "Mommy Jiang, I¡¯ve finished eating, aren¡¯t you hungry? Let¡¯s go eat together."


    Hearing the word "mommy," Jiang Mian yfully pinched Chuanchuan¡¯s cheek, "Call me sister."


    "Mommy, let¡¯s go in, daddy is waiting."


    Jiang Mian: "..."


    What could she do? She just had to follow his lead.


    [Wuu wuu, a second ago I was heartbroken, the next I burst outughing]


    [He¡¯s really sensible, just four years old, so mature]


    [Jiang Mian is brooding over being called sister hahaha]


    [Jiang Xiaomian: I¡¯m still young]


    ...

 Chapter 368: Fu Sichen, you’ve worked hard

    <h4>Chapter 368: Chapter 368: Fu Sichen, you¡¯ve worked hard</h4>


    After dinner, the production team was still preparing some things, and Luo Ting hurried over to sync up with Jiang Mian on the uing procedures.


    The poprity of the show surged unprecedentedly, leaving Luo Ting¡¯s PR and copywriting teams struggling to keep up.


    The three groups of guests arrived early at the filming location to record with the children for nearly three episodes, after which Teacher Meng and his wife would join for thest two episodes.


    Then, it would just be normal married life for the couples.


    The children were the biggest highlight of this season, and it seemed like the production team had perfectly timed their focus on these four pairs of parents.


    One pair was a DINK couple who had been married for many years but had no children because of work reasons, and sometimes they regretted missing out on the experience after the show made them reconsider.


    One pair was the stable and emotional Wen Qianning and Lu Yunzhou, the Movie Emperor and Movie Queen couple.


    Then there was the newlywed couple.


    And finally, thebination of Jiang Mian and Fu Sichen.


    If there were children, these four families would definitely offer different points of interest and encounters.


    Beyond the disy of marital affection, maybe we¡¯d see other unique behaviors.


    Fu Sichen went to deal with work matters while Uncle Wang was apanying Chuanchuan as they yed in the back garden.


    He looked at all the new and different items in the yard with great fascination and joy.


    "This chessboard is only halfway yed," remarked Chuanchuan, pointing at the board and looking at it for a long while before turning to Uncle Wang with a cocked head.


    Uncle Wang nodded: "This belongs to...," he paused for two seconds, then added, "Your Daddy Fu."


    Sometimes when Fu Sichen encountered something at work, he would sit down alone to y chess here as a form of rxation, and perhaps at times it served as an alternative route out.


    Chuanchuan looked attentively at it for quite some time, and Uncle Wang, noticing the child¡¯s interest, took him inside.


    After a bit of rummaging, Uncle Wang brought out a brand-new set of Go: "If you like it, you can have it."


    Chuanchuan hesitated for a long time, but eventually shook his head: "I can¡¯t ept this, thank you Uncle Wang."


    "Take it, Chuanchuan."


    Jiang Mian, having just finished packing her suitcase, came down from the second floor.


    Chuanchuan looked up, his round ck eyes glinting with fine tears, clear and bright: "Mommy Jiang."


    Jiang Mian didn¡¯t mind the title anymore; she descended the stairs and ced the Go set into Chuanchuan¡¯s hands.


    "If there¡¯s anything you don¡¯t understand, you can ask your Daddy Fu; he¡¯s quite good at it."


    Hearing what Jiang Mian said, Chuanchuan happily epted: "Thank you, Mommy!"


    Once Fu Sichen had finished his work, the group boarded a coach bus to head to the location the production team had arranged for filming.


    Susu Big Baby: "Tsk tsk tsk, bing a mom without the pain! I want to cuddle this kid!!!"


    Susu Big Baby: "It¡¯s a pity you have to go into seclusion for filming."


    Jiang Xiaomian: "I¡¯ll cuddle him plenty for you."


    After sending the message, Jiang Mian instinctively looked up at Chuanchuan, who was fast asleep in the child seat beside her.


    She naturally leaned on Fu Sichen¡¯s shoulder, her voice light: "Fu Sichen, you¡¯ve worked hard."


    Fu Sichen¡¯s lips curved into a slight smile, and his hand reached up to guide Jiang Mian¡¯s head onto his shoulder as he leaned in: "With you here, it¡¯s not hard."


    Jiang Mian was all too aware of how exhausting the morning had been with so many people around and how tired she felt from minding the child, not to mention Fu Sichen asionally having to deal with work.


    She had noticed the bags under his eyes growing deepertely.


    Jiang Mian raised her head to whisper in Fu Sichen¡¯s ear: "You can restter; I¡¯ll cover for you."


    Their conversation was very soft, lost in the background noise.


    The anticipation of fans watching the live stream and the director in front of the screen was palpable and full of anticipation.

 Chapter 369: A Family of Three

    <h4>Chapter 369: Chapter 369: A Family of Three</h4>


    "Teacher Jiang and President Fu, what¡¯s going on, where are the staff? Is the microphone not working? If it isn¡¯t, go fix it quickly."


    The staff apanying them on the coach nced at the young couple in the back seat and couldn¡¯t bear to disturb them.


    "Director, you saw them too. Who would dare to approach looking like that?"


    Ruining someone¡¯s marriage is wrong, but disturbing this newlywed couple is also a sin, a sin indeed.


    "Ah ah ah ah, is there anything that our esteemedizens can¡¯t listen to!"


    "I can¡¯t take it anymore, I¡¯m really curious."


    "What are these two smiling so broadly about? We can¡¯t even see their lip movements. I hate this!"


    "I can really picture Jiang Xiaomian having kids in the future."


    "Parents were true love, children were an ident haha."


    ...


    Jiang Mian leaned on Fu Sichen throughout the entire journey, and when they arrived, she opened her eyes to find round, curious eyes analyzing her.


    !!!


    Jiang Mian nearly jumped up in fright.


    This Chuanchuan really is something.


    She turned her head and nuzzled into Fu Sichen¡¯s arms for a while before getting up to look around.


    "Are we there?"


    Chuanchuan tugged on Jiang Mian¡¯s sleeve: "Mommy, look, there are other kids over there."


    Jiang Mian followed Chuanchuan¡¯s gaze and spotted several familiar figures.


    "Let¡¯s go down."


    Jiang Mian held Chuanchuan¡¯s hand and went down first. Fu Sichen subconsciously wanted to pull Jiang Mian into his arms, but then he suddenly noticed Chuanchuan beside him.


    He reluctantly crouched down, took Chuanchuan to one side, and with his other arm around Jiang Mian, they walked straight ahead.


    The directing team immediately switched the live broadcast camera to the rear, and from afar, they looked just like a family of three.


    "This scene is really pleasant for me."


    "This is truly the peak of love-focused shows, the director really knows his stuff this season."


    "Hahaha, everyone else is holding their kids, and there¡¯s Chuanchuan: ¡¯I¡¯m walking.¡¯"


    "I didn¡¯t expect your family to have a boy."


    Jiang Mian approached and saw clearly that Jiang Zhiyu and Lu Yunzhou were holding adorable baby girls.


    Wen Qianning and Yu Xinting came forward and embraced Jiang Mian right away, the three women walking inside while chatting andughing.


    "Haven¡¯t you guys looked at the house yet?"


    "Yeah, we just got here not long ago and have been waiting here for you guys."


    The three women¡¯s figures gradually moved away, leaving three men and three kids behind, standing around in the breeze.


    The production team never expected this love-centric show to take such an odd turn.


    "Seriously, three women make a drama, did they forget about their husbands and kids haha?"


    "Hahaha, there¡¯s a sense of destion."


    "I really love the scenes with beautiful women together."


    "Doesn¡¯t matter, these three families are really pleasing to the eye, such unbeatable beauty!"


    Just as everyone was discussing enthusiastically, Chuanchuan let go of Fu Sichen¡¯s hand and trotted over to Lu Yunzhou and Jiang Zhiyu: "Uncle, uncle, can you put them down? I want to y with them."


    These three kids were brought over from three different orphanages and didn¡¯t know each other well.


    The little girl in Lu Yunzhou¡¯s arms blinked her eyes and scrutinized Chuanchuan: "What¡¯s your name?"


    "My name is Chuanchuan, can I invite you to y with me?"


    The little girl in Lu Yunzhou¡¯s arms nodded: "My name is Xiao Yu, daddy, put me down, I want to y with brother Chuanchuan."


    The two kids joined hands and went over to invite the little girl in Jiang Zhiyu¡¯s arms too.

 Chapter 370: Years of Peace

    <h4>Chapter 370: Chapter 370: Years of Peace</h4>


    Lu Yunzhouughed, his demeanor as carefree as a cloud: "Now that the kids have ymates, why don¡¯t we go in and take a look too?"


    Fu Sichen¡¯s lips curved slightly, his voice low: "Let¡¯s go. I was thinking the same thing."


    The production crew could only watch as they tantly left the children behind and then the three disappeared into the far end of the house.


    Director: "..."


    Is this really what I had in mind?!!!


    "Director, Director, don¡¯t be angry. After all, this is a romance reality show. In addition to taking care of the kids, they surely also want to see scenes of marital affection."


    As for the children, these people had it all figured out.


    The production crew had arranged a children¡¯s y area, which was live-streamed throughout, and staff members would be keeping an eye on them.


    [I really saw what they would look like in the future]


    [Who understands!! It feels like the parents are true love and the child is an ident]


    [That¡¯s because they¡¯re not their real parents, they don¡¯t care]


    [Jeez! Some people should really watch their mouths, what are you all saying, if you don¡¯t like it just leave, nobody wees you]


    ...


    Jiang Mian and Fu Sichen¡¯s house was right between Yu Xinting and Wen Qianning¡¯s, with another house next to Qianning¡¯s set aside for Teacher Meng and his wife, Teacher Wang Ya.


    The backyards of the four houses were all connected, with each house having two rooms, a children¡¯s room and a parent¡¯s room.


    To prevent any child from not being used to sleeping alone or being afraid of the dark, there was a door between each parent¡¯s room and the children¡¯s room that could be directly connected.


    When Fu Sichen found Jiang Mian, she was already lying in bed.


    "I haven¡¯t snapped out of it yet..."


    He stepped forward and pulled Jiang Mian into his embrace, gently stroking her hair.


    The room was very quiet. Jiang Mian lowered her head and nodded; she had just woken up on the bus ande down, her head still felt a bit dizzy, and her whole body hadn¡¯t recovered yet.


    "Eh! Where¡¯s Chuanchuan, weren¡¯t you looking after him?"


    Jiang Mian got up and looked behind Fu Sichen, but there was no sign of the child following.


    Fu Sichen patted Jiang Mian and kissed her forehead lightly: "Chuanchuan is ying with the two girls, and the production crew is watching. It¡¯s fine."


    Production crew??


    "Have the others gone back too?"


    "Mm."


    Jiang Mian suddenlyughed out loud, thinking these three men would really be rxed if they had to take care of kidster.


    "Go back to sleep for a while."


    Fu Sichen knew that Jiang Mian was on her period these past two days, and her entire body was soft and appeared particrly weak.


    It pained him to see her like this.


    Knowing what Jiang Mian was thinking, Fu Sichen added: "Don¡¯t worry about Chuanchuan, I¡¯m here."


    Jiang Mian let out a light "mm" and directly got into bed, falling asleep quickly.


    Fu Sichen left the room for quite a while, and when he came back, he was holding a notebook and some documents.


    The room was exceptionally quiet, with only the asional sound of Fu Sichen flipping through the documents.


    This scene was clearly captured by the production team and viewers in the live stream.


    [These two might not know there are cameras here]


    [It looks like they don¡¯t know at all. The production team even moved the camera to prevent President Fu¡¯s documents from being leaked]


    [In these peaceful times, I¡¯m starting to believe in love]


    [With no interaction, my jaw is going to fall off from smiling]


    The staff of Jiang Mian¡¯s personal studio were also watching the live stream, and Luo Ting¡¯s worried heart finally settled down.


    Good thing the two of them didn¡¯t do anything untoward.


    When Jiang Mian wakes up, she has to message this ancestor to be mindful of the camera in the room.


    "Mommy, Daddy."


    Suddenly, a milky voice rang out from outside the door.

 Chapter 371: A Bit Dazed

    <h4>Chapter 371: Chapter 371: A Bit Dazed</h4>


    Fu Sichen got up to open the door, and Chuanchuan¡¯s fair cheeks had flushed a great deal from the roughhousing just now.


    He stuck his head in to take a look and quickly understood.


    Just as Fu Sichen was about to say something, Chuanchuan trotted to another room and, after a good while, came back with a book in his hands.


    His soft, milky voice said cautiously, "Daddy, you work, I¡¯ll read, Mommy sleeps."


    A trace of a smile, almost imperceptible, crossed Fu Sichen¡¯s lips as he reached out to ruffle Chuanchuan¡¯s hair, "Mm."


    [Boohoo, Chuanchuan is really too sensible.]


    [Such a small child growing up without the love of his parents, I¡¯m really heartbroken.]


    [I¡¯m getting old and can¡¯t stand to see these things, tears won¡¯t stop flowing.]


    ...


    The production team temporarily cut off the live broadcast, partly because all three families were napping and resting, and this segment of the content wasn¡¯t particrly entertaining. Another reason was to save it for the main show as extra contentter on.


    When Jiang Mian woke up, she followed the delicious smell downstairs.


    She sniffed, and it refreshed her.


    Fu Sichen was cooking!!


    In the kitchen, the silhouettes of tall and small figures made Jiang Mian feel a momentary dreamlike disorientation.


    When the show¡¯s crew saw Jiang Miane downstairs, they immediately switched the camera to her.


    While the kitchen was still bustling, Jiang Mian was called out by the PD for a solo part.


    "Teacher Jiang, when you saw that scene just now, your expression seemed to change. Did it evoke some thoughts?"


    Jiang Mian curved her lips into a smile, her eyes softened, "It was just a little surreal."


    She had never really considered what it would be like for Fu Sichen to be a father.


    Today, after seeing his back along with Chuanchuan¡¯s, she unexpectedly found herself looking forward to what it would be like if they truly had children.


    "Does President Fu cook at home?"


    The crew had observed Fu Sichen cooking just now, with every move, from chopping vegetables to washing them, looking like a visual feast.


    "Not often, if we both get busy with work, it¡¯s rare for us to even see each other."


    Not to mention Fu Sichen having time to cook, it was a challenge for the two of them to sit down and enjoy a meal together.


    The crew was about to follow up on her answer when Jiang Mian¡¯s red lips curved, adding, "But whenever he has time, he will cook for me. As long as he¡¯s home, I can gain quite a few pounds in those few days."


    [Why can¡¯t I stop smiling? Because I¡¯ve had an overdose of sugar!!]


    [Really, truly, even though it¡¯s just everyday life stuff, why does it sound so sweet when Jiang Xiaomian says it?]


    [Family, remember this is a romance reality show!!! Don¡¯t be fooled by the kids!!]


    [I can¡¯t help it, after seeing President Fu cook, I went and ordered some snail noodles because it made me hungry...]


    After answering a few more questions, the PD let Jiang Mian go back inside the house.


    The little figure immediately ran towards Jiang Mian, "Mommy, Mommy, look!! Look at all the dishes Daddy made, I helped be his sous-chef."


    Jiang Mian ruffled Chuanchuan¡¯s hair, "Chuanchuan is awesome."


    After dinner, Chuanchuan, who had been traveling all day, went to bed early in his room.


    "Daddy, Mommy, good night!"


    Jiang Mian was a bit worried; it was the first night alone - could he manage?


    "Chuanchuan, don¡¯t you want to..."


    "No Mommy, Daddy said that as a man, I must be like him. I need to sleep by myself; Chuanchuan is a boy and is not afraid of the dark."


    Jiang Mian eyed the man sitting on the sofa, nonchntly brainwashing even the child.


    "Then Chuanchuan, if you¡¯re scared at night, remember toe find Daddy and Mommy."


    "Mhm, good night!"


    Chuanchuan closed the door himself, and the room next door quieted down.


    Jiang Mian sat at the vanity to apply her moisturizer, then slipped under the sheets.


    "Finally, I can rest properly."


    Why is filming this romance show so exhausting?

 Chapter 372: Let’s Have a Child After This

    <h4>Chapter 372: Chapter 372: Let¡¯s Have a Child After This</h4>


    Jiang Mian found afortable angle and, resting her cheek on her palm, watched the man working overtime¡ªhis gold-rimmed sses, his distinct fingers...


    She couldn¡¯t help but swallow.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s voice was clear and soft, tinged with a coaxing tone, "Wife is here, and yet all President Fu sees is work."


    Fu Sichen¡¯s eyes and eyebrows lifted slightly, his thin lips subtly curved, and he closed hisptop, "Do you also want to join me for an overtime session tonight?"


    Jiang Mian¡¯s ears turned hot instantly, she rolled over and wrapped the nket tighter around herself.


    "Be careful, Chuanchuan might hear us."


    A faint smile escaped Fu Sichen¡¯s throat as he walked directly towards Jiang Mian, his tone steady, "Let¡¯s try and see if he can¡¯t hear us."


    The atmosphere in the room suddenly became much more ambiguous.


    "Fu Sichen, let¡¯s have a child afterward."


    !!!


    Clearly, Fu Sichen was somewhat stunned by her words.


    Jiang Mianughed, "I¡¯m not joking. Seeing you with Chuanchuan today made me suddenly look forward to our child. If it¡¯s a daughter, she¡¯d call Chuanchuan ¡¯brother¡¯ and you ¡¯dad,¡¯ and then..."


    For the first time, Jiang Mian visualized such a scene in her mind.


    Fu Sichen¡¯s deep, ck eyes were filled with an indulgent smile, "Hmm, but¡ª"


    "I need to study more first."


    Study what?


    "How to be a good dad."


    Fu Sichen was about to lean in for a kiss when Jiang Mian¡¯s phone rang.


    At the same time, a mechanical sound came from the room.


    !!!


    No way?!!!


    Jiang Mian sat bolt upright.


    She grabbed the phone from the bedside, nced at the note, "Sister Ting."


    Jiang Mian answered the call, "Sister Ting."


    "The live broadcast isn¡¯t over yet; you two be careful."


    The level of this content could get the program¡¯s entire set of live broadcasts banned.


    Fu Sichen got out of bed and followed the sound to open the camera hidden in the room¡¯s stuffed toy.


    !!!!


    Jiang Mian and Fu Sichen exchanged nces.


    Nobody told her there were cameras in the room!!!


    "It¡¯s always been there, everyone knows by default, the broadcast ends at 9:00."


    But Luo Ting hadn¡¯t expected that they would rest so early today while other families were still enjoying their parent-child time, ying and storytelling in a lively manner.


    Here, they were about to hit the highway and realize what a couple¡¯s variety show should entail.


    Jiang Mian nced at the time on her phone.


    Emmm...


    It was only eight-thirty, they were indeed early today.


    Jiang Mian looked at the camera, and Fu Sichen quickly covered it with a ck cloth, "It¡¯s fine now, they can¡¯t see us."


    [But we can still hear you!!!]


    [I¡¯m dying ofughter, what are these confused eggs up to, President Fu, did you forget you are also Captain Fu?]


    [Hahaha, really no script at all, very real]


    [You can tell the program team is scared haha, just one second away from catching a ride sob...]


    ...


    Even though the live broadcast from Jiang Mian and Fu Sichen¡¯s end was just a ck screen, it didn¡¯t stop theizens from enthusiastically discussing.


    The live broadcast¡¯s poprity soared once again.


    Manyizens hade over from trending searches, confused by thepletely ck screen, but they naturally mingled in after seeing the barrage of discussions.


    Some even shared screen-recorded videos.


    "Be a bit more careful; even if the camera is gone, it still picks up sound; I need to handle the online videos now."


    Luo Ting didn¡¯t bother the young couple anymore.


    After hanging up the phone, Jiang Mian and Fu Sichen looked at each other.


    "Alright, President Fu, you work seriously, I¡¯ll read the script, and we¡¯ll meet again in half an hour."


    [No way! They are serious!]


    [Don¡¯t be like that!!]


    They ended up watching half an hour of a ck screen and silence in the live room, at one point even thinking their phones had gone mute.

 Chapter 373: Just Saying!

    <h4>Chapter 373: Chapter 373: Just Saying!</h4>


    The staff members of the program team nced at the Director several times along the way, not daring to speak.


    "Director, this..."


    The Director was sitting there with his beard awry, what could he do!!!


    "Are you suggesting that you go and ask Teacher Jiang and President Fu to remove the cloth and make some noise?"


    This matter indeed put the program team somewhat at fault, at the very least they hadn¡¯tmunicated well in advance.


    However, the other families could see this surveince, Teacher Jiang and President Fu had really great nerve.


    It wasn¡¯t until nine o¡¯clock sharp that the camera made a deliberate "beep" sound, and the live broadcast officially ended.


    Jiang Mian breathed a sigh of relief, took a closer look, and then dumped the doll at the room¡¯s entrance: "Hmm... I¡¯lle in tomorrow."


    The program team: "..."


    Such defense against us.


    Jiang Mian got back into bed and nced at her cellphone.


    Ms. Jiang: [Ah? Having a child? When? You two better not sneak around and keep it from us, eh]


    Ms. Jiang: [Pregnancy definitely requires various supplements and various check-ups, your mom¡¯s been through it, she¡¯ll definitely help you]


    Ms. Jiang: [Don¡¯t keep it secret, I just stopped your dad, he was about to pack up and head home]


    Jiang Mian chuckled softly, her own parents really...


    Before Jiang Mian could finish replying to the messages, Luo Ting¡¯s hungry messages popped up one after another.


    Luo Ting: [I didn¡¯t watch it seriously just now, are you and President Fu nning for a baby?!!]


    Luo Ting: [Can your body keep up? Why don¡¯t I cancel those coborations for you, so you can prepare with peace of mind]


    Jiang Mian: "???"


    Why is everyone more anxious than the concerned parties.


    Luo Ting: [The brand side has contacted me, they said it¡¯s okay, they¡¯ll wait for youreback, even mother and baby big brands want to talk to you about cooperation]


    Jiang Mian: "I was just saying!!!"


    She looked at the room door, all because of that hidden camera.


    "Did mom and dad send you messages?"


    Fu Sichen put down the work at hand and naturallyy down on the other side, his phone screen still lit.


    His voice was clear and pleasant, tinged with a husky undertone, "Grandpa also sent a message asking just now."


    Fu Sichen¡¯s thin lips curved slightly as he ruffled Jiang Mian¡¯s hair, his mouth bearing a trace of a smile, "Do you really want kids that much?"


    She did indeed want them just now, but now that the whole inte knows, it seems not so much.


    Jiang Mian cuddled in Fu Sichen¡¯s arms, muttering, "I actually feel a bit sorry for Chuanchuan."


    Even just one day of being together, she seemed to like this child for no reason.


    Fu Sichen¡¯s deep ck eyes warmed a few degrees, his voice steady and quiet, "He¡¯s a talented kid."


    From today¡¯s session with Uncle Wang analyzing that game of chess, he had some idea in his mind.


    "Let¡¯s visit him more in the future, and when we have time, bring him to our side."


    "Alright, get some rest."


    As for the matter of children, Fu Sichen had other ns in mind.


    At least he wouldn¡¯t before the wedding.


    Many things had to follow a proper sequence, at least in his opinion, a wedding was absolutely necessary, and it had to be the very best kind.


    ¡ª


    The next day.


    Jiang Mian was woken up by the whistle blowing downstairs.


    "At ease!"


    "Attention!"


    ?!!


    Jiang Mian turned over in a daze, how could someone be military training in such a ce early in the morning.


    "All present, jog twops around."


    !!!!


    Jiang Mian suddenly sat up.


    She walked barefoot to the window and peered downstairs.


    In the middle of the four families¡¯ backyards stood four little kids, a familiar figure catching her eye.


    The man wore a white, old-fashioned shirt and shorts, lookingzy and tired from afar, yet exuding a charismatic presence.

 Chapter 374: Daddy Fu is a Kissing Monster

    <h4>Chapter 374: Chapter 374: Daddy Fu is a Kissing Monster</h4>


    "It¡¯s Mommy."


    Chuanchuan instantly looked up and saw Jiang Mian¡¯s figure on the second floor.


    The other children also looked up, and the photography teacher immediately lifted the camera to capture the fair face of the woman by the second-floor window.


    Jiang Mian had just woken up, her hair somewhat disheveled, and the hint of a blush at the corners of her eyes made her look innocently seductive.


    [AAAAAH, my wife¡¯s sleepy face! She¡¯s too beautiful without makeup!!]


    [Under this light, I see my first love, the white moonlight, sob.]


    [This couple really takes turns tempting me; I don¡¯t even know who to look at anymore.]


    ...


    Jiang Mian met Fu Sichen¡¯s intense gaze, lightly curved her red lips, and after a moment of eye contact, Fu Sichen looked at the four children, "Alright, everyone¡¯s here. Jog around the yard twice."


    After the children started running, Fu Sichen nced at the staff present, and they immediately nodded in understanding.


    The viewers in the live-streaming room and the children watched as Fu Sichen jogged back inside and went up to the second floor. By the time the camera pointed at the second-floor window, Jiang Mian had ruthlessly drawn the curtains closed.


    Staff: "..."


    We¡¯re not thieves; there¡¯s no need to be so defensive!!!


    Seeing Fu Sichen leave, the kids started whispering among themselves.


    "Chuanchuan, why did Daddy Fu go back inside?"


    Chuanchuan put on an adult-like demeanor, "Of course, to apany Mommy. Daddy Fu is really clingy with Mommy. Aren¡¯t your dads all like that too? I bet Uncle Jiang and Uncle Lu are still not up."


    Fu Sichen, due to his routine, always woke up at a fixed time. When he came downstairs, he didn¡¯t expect the three children to be awake, plus Teacher Meng and his wife had arrived early, bringing another child with them.


    All the children were crowding around them.


    However, Teacher Meng and his wife had a hard night¡¯s flight and were feeling exhausted, so Fu Sichen took the four kids out for an exercise run in the morning.


    Xiao Yu chimed in, "Yeah, I was scared sleeping between Mom and Dadst night. When I woke up in the morning, Mom was in the middle, and I almost fell off the bed, but Dad was always holding Mom."


    As the children discussed "parental" behaviors that the camera couldn¡¯t capture, the staff could barely contain theirughter.


    Indeed, out of the mouths of babeses the most unguarded truth.


    "Yeah, Daddy Fu is such a kiss monster, no matter what, he¡¯s always asking Mommy for kisses. Mommy even covers my eyes and says kids shouldn¡¯t watch, but I know anyway."


    [HAHAHAHAHA, I¡¯m seriously going to dieughing.]


    [They have no idea their image ispletely spilled out by the kids HAHAHAHA.]


    [I just can¡¯t imagine President Fu asking for kisses HAHAHAHA.]


    [Keep talking kids, your sister wants to hear more HAHAHAHA.]


    ...


    Thements in the live chat went wild withughter.


    After the children finished running, the conversation turned into apetition of "whose parents are more clingy."


    Four little heads huddled together, murmuring secrets, not knowing that the microphones picked up every word.


    The staff could hardly keep fromughing out loud, and the camera operator struggled to keep his camera steady.


    Jiang Mian and Fu Sichen came out and, curious, approached to listen to what the four little heads crowded together were discussing so eagerly.


    "My dad also calls Mom ¡¯baby¡¯, it¡¯s so cute to call her ¡¯baby¡¯."


    Xiao Yu¡¯s milky voice reached everyone¡¯s ears.


    Chuanchuan immediately followed with, "I don¡¯t think I¡¯ve ever heard my dad say that. I¡¯ve only heard Mom call Daddy Fu by his full name, and then she¡¯d act coyly and say ¡¯husband¡¯ when she wants something."


    "HAHAHAHA, I love Aunt Jiang Mian so much, she¡¯s so pretty and really funny."


    The four childrenughed with their childish, milky voices.

 Chapter 375: Beggars Can’t Be Choosers

    <h4>Chapter 375: Chapter 375: Beggars Can¡¯t Be Choosers</h4>


    The staff member tried hard not tough out loud at the sight of the two figures standing behind the children.


    Just imagine the scene when the involved parties hear these words.


    After a burst ofughter, the children suddenly went silent.


    "But we can only stay with them for a few days, and I already don¡¯t want to leave, Chuanchuan, Shitou, Xiaxia, don¡¯t you miss mom and dad? But the headmistress said my mom and dad have gone to a very, very faraway ce."


    Chuanchuan gently patted Xiao Yu¡¯s back: "I miss them too, but the headmistress also said, what¡¯s lost wille back in another form, just like I met you all, as well as Daddy Fu and Mommy Jiang, and the other uncles and aunties."


    [Boohoo, wasn¡¯t I watching a romance show? Why does this cut so deep?]


    [My heart aches so much!!]


    [Can I adopt a child? My husband and I don¡¯t have children, I really want to adopt, I feel so heartbroken]


    Jiang Mian looked at them with a full eyes ofpassion, and soon she raised her red lips: "Who did I just hear say they like me, and evenpliment me on being pretty? So sweet-tongued this early in the morning."


    The children all turned their heads together.


    "Mommy Jiang!"


    "Auntie Jiang Mian!"


    The children ran towards Jiang Mian and hurled themselves straight into her arms.


    "The teacher said we need to go to bed early and rise early: you all slept in, we¡¯ve been so bored."


    Jiang Mian, with her lips raised, rubbed the children¡¯s heads: "Hungry, right? Go have Uncle Fu make you breakfast."


    She looked over at her husband with a smiling, mischievous glint in her eyes.


    Fu Sichen¡¯s lips curved subtly, and he stepped forward among the children and scooped Jiang Mian up: "Then you¡¯ll have to keep mepany."


    "Awesome, awesome, Daddy/Fu Uncle is so strong, so cool!!"


    "That¡¯s fantastic, that¡¯s fantastic!"


    A few were still at the same spot, cheering and pping.


    [Ahhh, herees the romance!]


    [I was about to make breakfast and then cuddled back into bed]


    [I just love these plots!! Chen Mian couple, hurry and give us more sweetness!!]


    ...


    When the camera cut away, the children were ying in the backyard, leaving Jiang Mian and Fu Sichen to prepare breakfast in the kitchen.


    Jiang Mian leaned against the sink, drinking honey water, and couldn¡¯t help swallowing as she watched the man effortlessly move around.


    Four words inexplicably popped into her head: "Hunger doesn¡¯t choose food."


    "Mrs. Fu, seems like you didn¡¯t get enough to eatst night."


    The smile at the corner of Jiang Mian¡¯s mouth suddenly stiffened, then she nced over at the staff standing outside.


    The upward curve of their lips suddenly ttened.


    This couple really was surreptitiously whispering sweet nothings.


    Suddenly, a flurry of Chen Mian couple fans flooded the live broadcast room.


    [What delish stuff did you two eatst night, not sharing with us!!!]


    [Sis, if they¡¯d said, the live room would be shut down]


    [Not suitable for children, not suitable for children]


    [Okay, we all get that you two ate really wellst night hahaha]


    Jiang Mian gritted her teeth: "President Fu, cook properly."


    Having said that, she then went out, the kitchen is important territory, it¡¯s better to stay away.


    Jiang Mian returned to her room and started ying with her phone, and incidentally started chatting in a small group chat with Su Lixing and Pei Jingyue.


    Pei Jingyue: [My mom would love it if Chuanchuan was her grandchild /cry jpg./]


    Susu Big Baby: [Aren¡¯t you on a romance show, it¡¯s made my mom start pressuring me for babies!!!]


    Jiang Xiaomian: [I¡¯m caught in a dilemma...]


    She had only wanted to escape the push for marriage and childbirth, buting here had actually hastened it.


    Pei Jingyue: [It¡¯s good my mom¡¯s only hope is for me to be alive, but now she¡¯s nagging about wanting a kid to y with]


    Pei Jingyue: [Shall I conjure one up from the ground for her?]


    Jiang Mian looked at the chat history andughed out loud.


    There was suddenly a noisymotion downstairs.


    "Jiang Xiaomian, time for breakfast."


    That voice...


    It seems the neighbors have alle over.

 Chapter 376: Tired from taking care of children? I don’t believe it!

    <h4>Chapter 376: Chapter 376: Tired from taking care of children? I don¡¯t believe it!</h4>


    Jiang Mian came downstairs to find they had unabashedly taken their seats already.


    "Acting like this is their own home."


    They just woke up and came over to mooch food and drinks.


    Jiang Mian pulled out a chair and looked around, "Howe I don¡¯t see Teacher Meng and Teacher Wang Ya, and Fu Sichen?"


    Yu Xinting poured a cup of soy milk for Jiang Mian, "President Fu went next door to deliver breakfast to Teacher Meng and Teacher Wang Ya. All the kids went over there, too¡ªTeacher Meng seems to have brought a lot of food."


    Wen Qianning¡¯s eyes looked a bit tired, "That¡¯s good. These past few days, I feel like I¡¯ve done nothing much, just a constant sense of weakness. I¡¯m not up to the mark at all¡ªit¡¯s been really hard on Teacher Lu."


    So Lu Yunzhou was still resting in the morning, and Wen Qianning didn¡¯t wake him, letting him rest a bit more.


    Yu Xinting nodded in agreement, "Same with my man."


    Jiang Mian scrutinized them with a skeptical face, "Are you sure it¡¯s from taking care of the kids?"


    [Hahahaha I could dieughing]


    [Jiang Xiaomian, this is the dining area, not a deserted ce]


    [I noticed that this couple gets fierce once they start driving, haha]


    [Jiang Xiaomian is all timid at President Fu¡¯s but throws hard punches elsewhere, hahaha]


    Wen Qianning nced at the camera and then withdrew her gaze, her tone calm, "I¡¯ll need to have Teacher Lu exercise more. Otherwise, he can¡¯t keep up, unlike President Fu¡ªwho¡¯s got you looking so radiant."


    What?!


    "It¡¯s clearly my natural beauty."


    Yu Xinting took a bite of her bun and chimed in, "Well, President Fu is indeed impressive. Working, making breakfast, taking care of kids, and at night he still has to..."


    She paused for two seconds, "I must say, President Fu is still President Fu."


    Wen Qianning pulled down the mic on her chest, then whispered into Jiang Mian¡¯s ear.


    With that little conspiratorial look and sense of mystery, not only were the viewers in the live stream itching with curiosity, but even the staff present at the scene.


    After Wen Qianning¡¯s muttering, Jiang Mian suddenlyughed out loud, her fair face turning slightly red, "What nonsense. I even secretly got prescription medication for suppression, but the doctor said it¡¯s natural."


    What suppression medication?


    What¡¯s natural??


    Yu Xinting, sitting on the side, was utterly confused by the conversation.


    Jiang Mian covered her ears, "You¡¯re still young; whether you need to worry about this depends on your Big Agent Jiang."


    [You guys!!!]


    [I think I might have imagined a whole drama worth several hundred thousand dors]


    [Am I thinking what it sounds like, for real!!!]


    [Ahhhh my face is actually blushing!]


    Suddenly, a deep chuckle came from behind, "Mrs. Fu is brainwashing them in my absence again, I see."


    After Fu Sichen came in, Lu Yunzhou and Jiang Zhiyu appeared behind him.


    Jiang Mian pulled Fu Sichen to sit down beside her, "Not at all."


    She raised her eyes to look at Lu Yunzhou, "Teacher Lu, manage your own."


    With a heartyughter, Lu Yunzhou elegantly hooked a strand of Wen Qianning¡¯s hair, "As for me, I always listen to her."


    Tsk, tsk, tsk.


    Jiang Mian couldn¡¯t bear to watch and averted her gaze; this couple was quite the lovebirds.


    Then there was Yu Xinting and Jiang Zhiyu, where Yu Xinting was almost glued to Jiang Zhiyu.


    Jiang Mian nced at the staff and several PDs encircling them and smiled lightly, "With them being so lovey-dovey, you all must feel helpless. You¡¯ve probably had your fill of dog food by now."


    You and President Fu are just the same!!!


    After the meal, Lu Yunzhou, still not at ease, took Wen Qianning to the hospital. Afraid of any incidents, the production team shut off the live stream.


    A staff member knocked cautiously on Jiang Mian¡¯s door, "Teacher Jiang, are you busy? We need to review the uing schedule. Chuanchuan and the others might be going back the day after tomorrow."

 Chapter 377: Sister Qianning Has Good News

    <h4>Chapter 377: Chapter 377: Sister Qianning Has Good News</h4>


    !!!


    So fast!!


    Jiang Mian and Fu Sichen exchanged nces, put down what they were holding, and looked towards the staff member who had juste in.


    "Right, and the broadcasting authority has recently demanded that such young children cannot appear on public camera without a guardian."


    This was a dilemma for the production team.


    With the rising poprity and momentum of the reality show, they had wanted the child to stay a few more days, but a sudden decision changed that.


    The staff member pulled out a notebook and pushed it in front of Jiang Mian and Fu Sichen: "Teacher Jiang, President Fu, for the uing scenes to present a more realistic couple-oriented reality show, we have decided to separate each couple and have them focus on their work."


    "We will use hidden cameras for the entire process, rest assured, it definitely won¡¯t disrupt your normal work flow or any personal privacy issues."


    The production team, having done several seasons of the reality show, was particrly understanding of these issues.


    Fu Sichen knew what Jiang Mian was thinking at that moment, reached out and held her fair hand gently, nodding slightly with tender eyes.


    "As for the finale, we will decide which couples to bring together, and the specific locations are being kept confidential by the director for now."


    Jiang Mian¡¯s phone vibrated several times.


    She looked at it, puzzled, her tension suddenly drawn away.


    Wen Qianning: [...]


    Wen Qianning: [/It¡¯s over.jpg/]


    Wen Qianning: [/Really going to cry.jpg/]


    Baby Yu: [You didn¡¯t win a prize, did you?!!!!!!]


    Wen Qianning: [...]


    Jiang Mian suddenly chuckled softly, typing away on her phone.


    Jiang Xiaomian: [No escape now, what about your reality show...]


    Before Jiang Mian could receive a reply from Wen Qianning, a staff member in front of her received a message, bing visibly agitated and hurried out first.


    Fu Sichen was just as confused watching this unfold.


    Jiang Mian, with her lips curved up, stood up to change into her clothes to leave, pulling at Fu Sichen: "Where to?"


    "Sister Qianning has some good news."


    Fu Sichen understood immediately.


    *


    An hourter, the production team had no intention of continuing the live streaming.


    Online viewers were eagerly waiting.


    The director, producers, Jiang Mian, and Yu Xinting were all gathered at Wen Qianning¡¯s ce, while Teacher Meng and Teacher Wang Ya were taking care of the kids.


    The room was somewhat quiet, with Lu Yunzhou still enveloped in a stunned joy.


    "What¡¯s going on, it¡¯s so quiet."


    Wen Qianning and Lu Yunzhou¡¯s agent rushed over after receiving the news; despite it being good news, the atmosphere in the room was strangely somber.


    "Sister, you¡¯re here."


    Wen Qianning¡¯s agent immediately made her sit down to rest properly: "Hey, hey, don¡¯t move around, just sit."


    The agent couldn¡¯t help but nce at Lu Yunzhou¡¯s previously anxious demeanor.


    Everyone was already briefed on the situation; Lu Yunzhou was considering leaving the show, wanting Wen Qianning to focus on her pregnancy since it was just two months along and the doctor had said the pregnancy was not very stable and needed rest.


    But they had all thought to wait until after three months to announce the pregnancy, guessing that the viewers could figure it out by then, and besides, Wen Qianning quite enjoyed filming.


    Next to her, the father of the child was extremely nervous, wanting not only to cancel or postpone Wen Qianning¡¯s work but even his own.


    Jiang Mian, with a slight purse of her lips, suggested: "Why not change from live to recorded broadcasting, and by the time it broadcasts, Sister Qianning¡¯s pregnancy could be more stable, and it would be good timing for an official announcement."


    Wen Qianning nodded: "I think that¡¯s a good idea, record it and we can watch at home while I take care of my pregnancy."

 Chapter 378: Adoption

    <h4>Chapter 378: Chapter 378: Adoption</h4>


    "And then there¡¯s the joint segment..."


    Lu Yunzhou had indeed considered all aspects, and everyone¡¯s gaze simultaneously fell on the Director and the producer; such a decision also had to wait for their say.


    "Let¡¯s do it this way, push back the joint segment and make it a live broadcast, which can be considered a follow-up service. By then, Teacher Wen will be four or five months along."


    "Sounds good, that works, Teacher Lu has no objections."


    Wen Qianning was afraid to discuss any further, lest this man start nning all the way until the birth of the child.


    Feeling extremely anxious.


    "I¡¯m sorry for taking up so much of your time, thank you for your hard work, you all can go back now, we still have to record the show."


    Wen Qianning also heard the news that the children might be leaving the day after tomorrow, so there wasn¡¯t much time left to spend with them.


    On the way back, the production team had already started filming.


    At the same time, the official website also posted an announcement.


    "We¡¯re Getting Married 3" official Weibo v: [In order to better present the production of the show and maintain a level of surprise and mystery, after discussion with the production team and the teachers, it has been decided to record the show instead of live broadcasting, except for some behind-the-scenes footage which will not be seen for the time being]


    [In the very end, the joint segment will be live broadcast!! Please look forward to it...]


    [Ahhh my spiritual sustenance is gone]


    [How can my beloved variety show make me wait!!]


    [Hurry up and bring it on, I really can¡¯t wait at all!!!]


    [There must be a big event happening, otherwise why would they not broadcast live with such great poprity]


    ...


    "Chuanchuan can be given to Uncle Pei and Aunt Pei to raise, registered under their names."


    !!!!


    As the two of them walked back, Fu Sichen suddenly blurted this out, and Jiang Mian was momentarily stunned.


    She paused in her steps, "Did I hear that wrong?"


    Even the staff behind them were a bit shocked.


    If there hadn¡¯t been someone to support the cameraman, the camera might have even wobbled.


    The Pei Family??


    Pei Jingyue...


    Damn, they really didn¡¯t dare to continue that thought.


    "I just contacted Uncle Pei and Aunt Pei a moment ago, they have indeed been watching the live broadcast these past two days, they really like this child."


    Chuanchuan has a unique talent among these children.


    Having him raised by them might mean that the two of them would actually have less to worry about.


    The Pei Family is known for its schrly background, and even though Pei Jingyue¡¯s behavior might be carefree, his schrly research is at a professorial level, not to mention Mr. Pei and Mrs. Pei.


    "Chuanchuan and Pei Jingyue would be of the same generation??"


    It¡¯s one thing to register him under Pei Jingyue¡¯s name, but under Uncle Pei and Aunt Pei¡¯s name.


    This...


    One second they¡¯re calling her Mommy Jiang, and the next second they¡¯d have to start calling her Sister Jiang.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s mind was suddenly in a turmoil, unsure whether this was a good or bad thing.


    After dinner, having learned that it was confirmed they would be leaving tomorrow, Jiang Mian and Fu Sichen spent a good while with Chuanchuan before returning to their room to rest.


    She initiated a voice chat in the group.


    "Young Master Pei, are your parents really nning to adopt Chuanchuan?"


    Jiang Mian confirmed it over and over again, afraid that there might be some mimunication or misunderstanding.


    The signal from Pei Jingyue was choppy, "If the elder one is raised to waste, then raise a younger one. If it wasn¡¯t for the fact that my parents could only have me, I reckon... I reckon they would have tried for another child when I was eighteen."


    Aunt Pei developedplications giving birth to Pei Jingyue early on;ter, she miscarried a boy six months into her second pregnancy and could not conceive after that.


    This might also be the guilt they have carried all their lives, the inexplicable heartache and fondness for Chuanchuan could be the reason.


    "Registering him under their names, having more people to show me filial piety, is quite good."


    Pei Jingyue didn¡¯t have any major concerns; as long as they were happy, that was enough.


    After chatting for a bit, Jiang Mian conveyed the idea to the production team as well.

 Chapter 379: Sneak to See Him

    <h4>Chapter 379: Chapter 379: Sneak to See Him</h4>


    The next day, while the other children tearfully said their goodbyes, Chuanchuan followed Jiang Mian and Fu Sichen back to North City, making a point to meet with Uncle Pei and Aunt Pei. After several conversations, they grew even fonder of the child.


    They also asked about Chuanchuan¡¯s wishes, to which Chuanchuan expressed his desire for a home.


    In the following period, Jiang Mian and Fu Sichen confidently left Chuanchuan¡¯s matters in the hands of Uncle Pei and Aunt Pei.


    The adoption procedures were rtively smooth, and in just over a month, Chuanchuan had already settled into the Pei family home.


    Uncle Pei and Aunt Pei devoted all their time to the child, using all their knowledge and experience to educate him.


    The Pei family changed Chuanchuan¡¯s name, giving him the middle character "Jing" from Pei Jingyue¡¯s name, and kept his original surname "Yun."


    Pei Jingyun


    His nickname remained Chuanchuan.


    They still hoped that he would be safe and peaceful everywhere he went.


    Whenever Jiang Mian and Fu Sichen had the time, they woulde to visit Chuanchuan. Though the child was initially a bit reserved, he soon improved significantly and wasn¡¯t so alienated from them anymore.


    During a program recording, Jiang Mian made cameos in several movies and television dramas.


    "Take a look at this."


    Luo Ting pushed a script across to Jiang Mian.


    It was a script for an international film production with a strong cast.


    Jiang Mian had already won the Best Actress Award and, aspiring to step onto the international stage, this film production was undoubtedly the best springboard for her.


    "The character does suit you perfectly, a total natural role for you, but the challenge is also quite significant."


    The Director was seeking an actress who could bring an antique charm to the Cheongsam and required exceptional acting and linguistic skills.


    Jiang Mian nced at her red lips curving slightly, "Mhm."


    Luo Ting understood immediately, "Alright, I¡¯ll go talk to the liaison. They specifically asked for you, and after the variety show ends, we¡¯ll prepare to go abroad and join the crew."


    ?!?!!


    Jiang Mian: An overwhelming fortune hasnded upon me.


    Luo Ting was quite surprised when she received the invitation and even more so when the other side emphasized repeatedly that they were willing to wait for Teacher Jiang¡¯s schedule and make any adjustments needed to amodate her.


    Such treatment made Luo Ting even question whether there was some behind-the-scenes maniption involved.


    "Take a good look at the script; once this variety show ispletely over, there will be no chance for you to prepare, as you¡¯ll be going straight to the crew to start filming."


    That meant Jiang Mian was taking many acting and physical training sses during this time.


    Fu Sichen was also busy with business trips and meetings, many of which he couldn¡¯t even leave the country for. Despite it being a couples¡¯ variety show, the two of them seemed to be doing their own thing, as if they were on the brink of divorce.


    "Teacher Jiang, please help us out, could you give us some material to work with..."


    Today, just after finishing an acting ss, the staff with gritted teeth came up to her, nearly clinging to Jiang Mian¡¯s legs in tears.


    !!!


    Jiang Mian was almost startled, "The busy one isn¡¯t me."


    She said with feigned resentment, "Clearly, it¡¯s that damn man who never stays home!!!"


    Just two days ago, Fu Sichen was flying around domestically, but it seemed like he had already left the country today.


    The crew was forcibly divided into two groups, one following Jiang Mian and the other following Fu Sichen wherever he went, making things extremely difficult.


    An idea immediately popped into a staffer¡¯s mind, "You could secretly go see him."


    Jiang Mian cast a slyly smiling nce towards the camera, "Director, are travel expenses reimbursed?"


    Director: "..."


    Damn it!! Your husband is a capitalist, you¡¯re a wealthy heiress!! And you¡¯re asking me for expenses?!!

 Chapter 380: All Compensations to You

    <h4>Chapter 380: Chapter 380: All Compensations to You</h4>


    Jiang Mian already had the Director¡¯s expression in mind as she added, "You know, my husband works so hard to earn money for our family, so of course, I, as his wife, have to be frugal."


    She said this without blushing or skipping a beat, even managing a particrly heart-wrenching look in her eyes.


    The staff collectively bowed their heads, stifling theirughter: Teacher Jiang¡¯s acting sses were indeed effective.


    Such scenes came naturally to her, truly deserving of their newly-crowned Movie Queen.


    After the Director spoke through the headset of the PD in charge of Jiang Mian, the PD stepped forward and nodded, "Teacher Jiang, go ahead with the expense, rest assured."


    What¡¯s the big deal with reimbursing, it¡¯s just a ne ticket after all.


    As long as the couple could be together, everything else was trivial.


    The two of them together generated enough heat to buy a ne, no pain no gain.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s flight was the next day. After discussing her schedule with Sister Ting in the evening, Luo Ting reassured her and let her go. Recently, it had all been various sses and script polishing, so it was good for the young miss to get out and about.


    In the evening, the staff were filming Jiang Mian packing her luggage ¡ª


    "Honey, I can¡¯t find that ne fromst time..."


    "It¡¯s in the dressing room, on the secondyer of my jewelry."


    "Honey, where did you put my white nightgownst time?"


    "It¡¯s hanging in my closet."


    Jiang Mian went over and opened the closet, silent for a long while.


    The photography Director quickly noticed something amiss and zoomed in with the camera.


    Good, they were all silent for the moment.


    The white nightgown hung on the hanger, but it was entangled with a wrinkled tie, and one of the gown¡¯s straps was broken, barely hanging on the hanger.


    "When did it break, I didn¡¯t even know."


    "Does Mrs. Fu need me to recall that night?"


    Jiang Mian was about to say something, then nced at the staff and camera behind her and forced a smile, "No!"


    She closed the wardrobe expressionlessly, her tone slightly petnt, "President Fu, don¡¯t forget topensate me for another one!"


    Her favorite nightgown, gone...


    Her favorite nightgown, as long as she wore it, couldn¡¯t survive three days by Fu Sichen¡¯s side.


    Fu Sichen¡¯s casualugh came through the other end of the phone, infused with a charming and husky tone, "Hmm, I¡¯llpensate you for all."


    The staff in the control room wanted to shout out loud, even the Director, who was in his forties, blushed slightly, the smile never leaving his lips.


    "I told you, Teacher Jiang and President Fu are definitely a sight to see."


    Even without being together, just a phone call and they were sweet talking. Once they met, the poprity would skyrocket;izens loved this kind of thing.


    The Director nced at the editing staff behind him, "Select some of these clips, edit them, and post them on the official blog, make sure to pique everyone¡¯s curiosity."


    The editing staff immediately grasped the Director¡¯s intent and returned to their posts, grinning from ear to ear.


    Having edited so many videos recently, their faces were almost frozen in a smile, feeling like their cheek muscles had grown a lot.


    The staff realized this family truly couldn¡¯t function without President Fu.


    Jiang Mian hadn¡¯t informed Fu Sichen in advance that she would be visiting him tomorrow, keeping it as a surprise.


    After hanging up the phone, just before the recording ended, a few of the home staff suddenly became excitedly discussing something that caught Jiang Mian¡¯s attention.


    "Hmm? Any gossip?"


    Their excited whispering definitely meant something was up.


    One of the staff members whispered, "Teacher Jiang, check Weibo, President Fu has posted."

 Chapter 381: Good Night from Various Countries

    <h4>Chapter 381: Chapter 381: Good Night from Various Countries</h4>


    What¡¯s this?


    Jiang Mian opened Weibo with a puzzled face, and suddenly there were a lot of her messages, even continuously refreshing.


    What had Fu Sichen posted again?


    Fu Sichen v: "This Weibo post is just for her (¡¯Good night¡¯ from various countries)."


    Fu Sichen had set this post to allow only himself toment, and even though it was posted yesterday, it was only released today.


    There were already twoments from Fu Sichen himself below.


    Fu Sichen v: "Good night, Mrs. Fu."


    The IP address showed it was from Hua Country.


    Fu Sichen v: "I missed you a lot after hanging up the phone, good night, I love you Xuanxuan."


    Thisment was made shortly after they had hung up.


    The IP address showed it was from North Country.


    This was Fu Sichen¡¯s first stop, and he would have to visit various countries after this.


    A wave of warmth surged in her heart, and her nose slightly tingled with emotion. Jiang Mian replied to Fu Sichen with curved red lips¡ª


    Jiang Mian v: "I love you too, good night @Fu Sichen."


    "Ah ah ah ah, we are just a part of their y."


    "Really don¡¯t care about us singles in the middle of the night."


    "Post more, love to see it, I¡¯m already on insulin injections!!!"


    "Director, quick, release it to me, I want to watch, can¡¯t take it anymore, it¡¯s too sweet!"


    ...


    ¡ª


    The next day, when Jiang Mian arrived in North Country, the staff members from both sides met and brought Jiang Mian to the hotel where Fu Sichen was staying. They also contacted Xu Lai to arrange her amodation.


    Everything was ready except the east wind.


    Jiang Miany on the bed scrolling through her phone, not appearing anxious at all.


    The staff in the director¡¯s room were confused.


    "Isn¡¯t Teacher Jiang going to prepare? So calm."


    Wasn¡¯t it supposed to be a surprise? Why is she so leisurely?


    At the same time, the program team received a message from Fu Sichen¡¯s apanying staff: "President Fu is on his way back to the hotel."


    Jiang Mian¡¯s staff received the message and immediately looked towards the calm woman lying on the bed: "Teacher Jiang, President Fu ising back!"


    Jiang Mian: "Hmm, I know."


    ???


    Am I not excited enough?!!


    "Teacher Jiang, your husband! President Fu! He¡¯s on his way back!"


    Jiang Mian held up her phone towards the camera and waved: "Chatting, chatting."


    ???


    Director: "Wasn¡¯t it supposed to be a surprise?!! You certainly gave us a surprise!"


    But the cameraman still clearly captured the note above.


    "Please live well, my husband has poor stamina."


    "Director, Teacher Jiang¡¯s note is enough to get theizens pumped."


    They¡¯re already pumped now.


    Many staff in the director¡¯s room blushed.


    Even begun imagining a hundred thousand words of... cough cough...


    Jiang Mian¡¯s light and pleasing voice carried a casual pride: "What kind of person is President Fu, how could I not sense his presence."


    Xu Lai was running back and forth earlier, and Fu Sichen¡¯s side must have received the message.


    Rather than waste time preparing something messy, better to tell my husband about where I want to go.


    When Fu Sichen arrived at the hotel, he was immediately greeted by a figure rushing towards him, Jiang Mian with a soft and beautiful posture, looking up wanting a kiss.


    Fu Sichen smiled gently and dropped a kiss on Jiang Mian¡¯s red lips: "Tired?"


    Jiang Mian¡¯s timing to North Country, Fu Sichen could guess it was probably an early morning flight.


    "Journey reimbursed by the government, of course not tired."


    Fu Sichen looked at the staff behind him, his lips curling into a faint smile: "What has Mrs. Fu done that the program team agreed to a government-funded trip?"


    This little spendthrift, once she goes abroad who knows how much she will splurge.

 Chapter 382: Loving Someone is Like Raising a Flower, You are the Investment

    <h4>Chapter 382: Chapter 382: Loving Someone is Like Raising a Flower, You are the Investment</h4>


    Director/Staff: ???


    There¡¯s an ominous premonition.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s eyes curved with a smile, her red lips brimming with joy, "Maybe I seemed too pitiful, so they let mee to see my husband and even reimbursed me on the side."


    The more they listened, the stranger it seemed, and the Director suddenly realized, "Quick, tell her that only the ne ticket is reimbursed. The shopping show crew is so poor they clink when they walk."


    The staff immediately ryed this to Jiang Mian, who couldn¡¯t help butugh, "And here I thought shopping was reimbursed too."


    With such heirloom items, any single one would cost all the fortunes of everyone here.


    Shopping reimbursement? The Director breathed a slight sigh of relief, nearly averting a disaster.


    After the couple joined, the show crew had much more content and material to shoot.


    However¡ª


    "Congrattions to bidder number 27 for winning the Purple ze Bottle."


    "Once again, congrattions to bidder number 27 for winning the pink-purple gemstones."


    "Congrattions to bidder number 27 for winning the purple diamond set."


    ...


    This couple went directly to the "purple" series auction in North Country tonight; many of the auction items were rted to the color purple, and even the entire venue felt purple.


    Due to the limited number of invitations to the auction, only one staff member and a photographer could enter. Through their lens, everyone in the control room was already gaping.


    Some staff even started typing on theirputers.


    So much!!! These start in the millions.


    That¡¯s a lot of money!!!


    The Director breathed a sigh of relief: Thank goodness, we made it clear it was just the ne, if it had been the whole trip reimbursed, selling me wouldn¡¯t cover any of the auction items just now.


    What Chen Mian couple, they should be called the extravagantly generous couple.


    He¡¯d never seen so much money in his life.


    It felt like they were showing the show crew a glimpse of the world, the footage from inside the venue was their first time seeing aplete and even firsthand view of each collectible.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s most scarce items in her treasure room were purple, anding today was indeed a grand disy of capabilities, even dipping into her personal savings.


    Staff: Now I understand why President Fu is a workaholic.


    Without proper work, he really couldn¡¯t afford this wife!!!


    Others nurture love like tending flowers, but for President Fu, it¡¯s about shattering his fortune.


    Jiang Mian returned to the hotel fullyden, and the staff tactfully left since there were cameras in the room; it was better not to have people present.


    To prevent what happenedst time, the camera was ced in a very conspicuous spot, and Jiang Mian and Fu Sichen were informed right away.


    They definitely saw.


    But just as the show crew¡¯s staff had left, the screen in the control room went ck.


    "Beep¡ª" and then there was no response whatsoever.


    ??!!


    "Don¡¯te back just yet, go find out what happened."


    The screen went ck all of a sudden, even the sound was cut off.


    The staff retraced their steps and were about to knock when the Director suddenly had a thought, "Never mind,e back."


    Huh???


    The staff looked bewildered.


    "Let the young couple have their private time, don¡¯t disturb them."


    Everyone understood.


    Today¡¯s material was almostpletely full, no need to edit.


    The Director seemed much brighter-eyed, only to suddenly remember all the money that had poured out that night.


    His heart inexplicably ached.


    Next life, it¡¯s his turn to be born into a good family!!!

 Chapter 383: Fusion

    <h4>Chapter 383: Chapter 383: Fusion</h4>


    ¡ª


    The next day


    Fu Sichen woke up and nced at the camera covered with a ck cloth by the room door, just as he was about to stretch his arm, a knock on the door sounded.


    He went straight up to open the door, where several staff members cautiously probed, "President Fu, good morning. We¡¯re here about the camera, we need to start recording footage, but it¡¯s still dark on your end."


    "So... we came to see if there might be a problem with it for you and Teacher Jiang."


    Fu Sichen let them in, and everyone¡¯s gaze fell simultaneously on the camera covered with a ck cloth at the room¡¯s entrance.


    Director/staff: A moment of silence for three minutes.


    It seems that no one else but this couple would dare to treat a camera like this.


    It hadn¡¯t been many days before Jiang Mian followed Fu Sichen flying through several countries, and the director was exceptionally satisfied with the recorded material.


    Even when President Fu went to attend meetings, and Jiang Mian was home alone reading scripts, not allowing too much content to be filmed, theirbined footage was simply too rich.


    Every day under Fu Sichen¡¯s Weibo, people waited for his "Goodnight" and collected IPs from various countries.


    When they couldn¡¯t rush Fu Sichen, they¡¯d go ask Jiang Mian.


    Some even started the topic #DidPresidentFuSayGoodnightToday#


    [No!!]


    [Still no!!!]


    [President Fu, have you forgotten your wife far away in Hua Country?!!]


    [If President Fu secretly doesn¡¯t remember, just tell us next time, we¡¯ll remember for you]


    [I want to eat some dog food, I can¡¯t take it anymore!!]


    ...


    Just as everyone was eagerly waiting, the official ount directly posted a photo for them.


    We¡¯re Getting Married 3 official Weibo v: [Have a good sleep~ Goodnight {Photo}]


    The photo showed Jiang Mian leaning on Fu Sichen¡¯s shoulder, the two of them nestled together on the balcony, with a nket over Jiang Mian.


    Even though it was just an ordinary back-view photo, it radiated with sweet affection.


    [OMG, they¡¯re together!!!]


    [President Fu said goodnight in person!!!]


    [Ahhh! Don¡¯t force me to beg you, program team, please post more, I love it!!]


    [Hurry up with the variety show, life is a bit bitter, need something sweet.]


    ...


    By the time Fu Sichen had almost finished his meetings in the surrounding countries, Wen Qianning¡¯s pregnancy was about to reach four months.


    Fans had already spected about it online, but they hadn¡¯t responded.


    Aftermunicating with the show¡¯s crew, they decided to officially announce before the live broadcast of the program, and then participate in the finalbined live recording.


    The finalbined recording location was set on an ind in the Bin Country, and the crew also prepared a bonfire and a series of equipment, along with a star-gazing room by the sea, where you could directly look up at the stars through the roof.


    The day before thebined segment, Wen Qianning and Lu Yunzhou announced the joy of pregnancy¡ª


    Wen Qianning v: [Daddy and I are looking forward to your arrival {Photo}]


    Lu Yunzhou v: [Mommy and I are looking forward to your arrival {Photo}]


    The photo showed Wen Qianning¡¯s slightly bulging belly, with Lu Yunzhou¡¯s hand gently resting on top.


    [She¡¯s really pregnant!!!]


    [Ahhhh, the goddess is pregnant!!]


    [Seamless transition hahaha, after the couple¡¯s variety show is done, you should go straight to parenting programs]


    [Thebined variety show is tomorrow ahhhhh! I¡¯m going crazy with anticipation]


    ...


    That evening was filled with congrattoryments, and fans had even gone to the official ount to shout for a live broadcast to start right now.


    They couldn¡¯t wait another moment.


    The heat for We¡¯re Getting Married 3 reached unprecedented heights once more.


    One, because of Wen Qianning¡¯s pregnancy announcement, and two, because everyone was looking forward to tomorrow¡¯s livebined segment.

 Chapter 384: The Most Recent Kiss Just Happened

    <h4>Chapter 384: Chapter 384: The Most Recent Kiss Just Happened</h4>


    ¡ª


    The Couples¡¯ Ind live stream began the moment they stepped off the ne.


    As soon as the live room opened, a flood of people rushed in, all eager to get a glimpse.


    Especially since Wen Qianning and Lu Yunzhou announced their pregnancy yesterday, everyone wanted to see what the goddess looked like pregnant.


    [Ahhh, they¡¯re here, they¡¯re here!!]


    [I¡¯ve been waiting for so long!!]


    As the live stream began, the camera showed Jiang Mian and Yu Xinting gently touching Wen Qianning¡¯s belly, murmuring something unintelligible, all of them chatting happily.


    "Ladies and gentlemen, please wear your mics, our live broadcast is starting, and we need to prepare for sound recording."


    Once everyone was mic¡¯d up, the live room immediately became lively with sound, exceptionally bustling.


    "It¡¯s growing pretty fast. Last time it wasn¡¯t even noticeable."


    Wen Qianning had be much softer in appearance since bing pregnant, exuding a gentle motherly love: "Yes, it changes every day, watching it grow."


    Lu Yunzhou, concerned that Wen Qianning standing for too long would be tiring, stepped forward to support her: "Will it be too tiring, if it¡¯s too much, we can find a ce to rest."


    Their group was still waiting for the program team¡¯s car; it seemed there was a traffic jam, and they had to wait a little longer.


    "It¡¯s fine, no need to be so delicate."


    In these few months, Lu Yunzhou had been treating Wen Qianning as if she were a precious ancestor, afraid she would bump into anything.


    Finally out for some fresh air, she wanted to rx properly.


    After the group arrived at the filming location, the staff announced some instructions for this joint session.


    The first game they encountered was ¡¯Room Distribution.¡¯


    The best one was the sea view room, followed by three starry sky rooms, though the quality of the starry rooms varied quite a bit.


    Because of Wen Qianning¡¯s pregnancy, thepetition was rather light-hearted, testing the couples¡¯ rapport during filming.


    And the task was handed over to the live audience.


    Once this rule was announced, everyone exchanged nces; the program team was always good at creating hype.


    The live room audience immediately exploded with excitement.


    Such luck!!!


    The staff distributed white boards to each participant.


    Then they cast the live feed onto a big screen: "Our staff will take random screenshots when I say ¡¯start,¡¯ and you all can start suggesting questions. The selected viewer will receive a lovely gift from us."


    [Ahhhhh, forget it!! It¡¯s all mine!!]


    [You guys have some nerve, I¡¯m definitely going to ask something explosive!]


    [Forget it hahaha, sugar rush ecstasy!!]


    The Director shouted "start" with a megaphone, and the barrage ofments in the live room sped up dramatically.


    The several couples present felt a bit of nervous tension due to the atmosphere, and after a few seconds, the Director shouted "stop."


    The staff quickly took screenshots, and soon the images from the screenshots were disyed on the screen.


    All four couples looked at the screen at the same time.


    Four questions quickly appeared on the screen.


    The Director, trying to contain a smirk, loudy read out the first question: "Ladies and gentlemen, when was your most recent kiss?"


    Fu Sichen smiled, pulled Jiang Mian¡¯s head over, and nted a kiss: "Just now."


    Jiang Mian with her red lips slightly upturned, quickly wrote on the whiteboard¡ª


    [Just now]


    Fu Sichen, calm and collected, wrote down the same two words.


    The production team hadn¡¯t even had a chance to react before this couple had alreadypleted their answer.


    Just as the other couples were about to follow suit, the Director immediately spoke into the megaphone: "Starting now, kissing doesn¡¯t count."


    This couple was the best at exploiting loopholes.

 Chapter 385: It’s Not Our Fault the Live Stream Got Banned

    <h4>Chapter 385: Chapter 385: It¡¯s Not Our Fault the Live Stream Got Banned</h4>


    Fu Sichen and Jiang Mian sessfully passed the round, while the other three teams were hanging their heads writing on their answer boards.


    The barrage had already gone crazyughing.


    [Hahaha, President Fu¡¯s reaction is so fast!]


    [It was so quick I even forgot to screenshot!]


    [They must have no idea how many times they kissed today]


    [After all, President Fu is a kissing fiend hahaha]


    ...


    Everyone clearly remembered what the child had said before.


    The answers from the other teams were almost identical.


    [Morning]


    [This morning]


    This question was smoothly passed by all teams, each gaining a point.


    The director¡¯s gaze fell on the second question, his expression suddenly wanting tough, but he held back.


    He coughed lightly twice then shouted at the camera and them, "The second question is about what nicknames you give each other, what you call each other in private!!"


    "Affectionate nicknames!! It must include what you call each other, and what they call you!!"


    The director himself became somewhat excited as he spoke.


    The barrage exploded with joy¡ª


    [Hahaha, that¡¯s really brilliant!]


    [The director is more excited than us, he must know a lot that we don¡¯t]


    [Ahhh, please release the main footage soon]


    ...


    Several people quickly started writing "brush brush brush" a lot, and time was up.


    The first to hold up their boards were Teacher Meng and Teacher Wang Ya.


    Their mutual nicknames were extremely formal, yet also bore the honorifics of older generations of artists.


    [Mr. Meng]


    [Miss Wang]


    And for Yu Xinting and Jiang Zhiyu, it went¡ª


    [Baby Yu Wife Baby]


    [Zhiyu Brother Hubby]


    On Wen Qianning and Lu Yunzhou¡¯s side, there were additional terms like kid¡¯s mom, kid¡¯s dad, but the rest were simr to how they usually address each other in public.


    Everyone¡¯s gaze fell on the much-anticipated Jiang Mian and Fu Sichen.


    These two took a bit longer to write, spiking everyone¡¯s curiosity about what they wrote.


    Fu Sichen opened his board, and it was filled with words.


    [Busy: Brother Xiao Fu Sweetheart, Free: Fu Sichen President Fu]


    [Xuanxuan Wife Mrs. Fu]


    Jiang Mian¡¯s board flipped over¡ªthe content was quite simr, and the second question was also passed by everyone with added points.


    The production team was a bit worried about what they would do if it ended in a tie.


    Until they saw the third and fourth questions.


    Holy shit???


    Can this even be broadcast??!!


    Are we sure the live streaming won¡¯t get blocked?


    At this point, the director could no longer hide his smile, the staff instinctively centered their gaze on the couple who lookedposed and rxed.


    "The third question, remarks you have for each other! Answer truthfully, we will check each teacher¡¯s pher."


    As soon as the director finished speaking, the camera operator sensibly zoomed in for close-ups one by one.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s expression suddenly stiffened.


    What¡¯s going on??!!!


    She nced at Fu Sichen, it¡¯s over!!


    She had recently forgotten what nickname this jerk had given her.


    [Hahaha, who came up with this question, we sisters finally hit the nail on the head]


    [Except for Teacher Meng and Teacher Wang who calmly began writing, the other three teams hesitated hahaha]


    [They have no chance to change it, I¡¯m really looking forward to it!!]


    [Also, seeing the remarks might just reveal their chat backgrounds, maybe...]


    ...


    The first two questions were quite trivial, they hadn¡¯t thought much before writing them down.


    Seems like the remarks are more interesting.


    "That director, if the live streaming gets blocked, don¡¯t me us."


    Jiang Mian¡¯s offhandment utterly exploded the live stream.

 Chapter 386: Really Want to Kiss and Hug My Wife

    <h4>Chapter 386: Chapter 386: Really Want to Kiss and Hug My Wife</h4>


    The Director was momentarily stunned, thenughed and waved his hand, "No worries, we have plenty of people, we can just switch to another channel and continue."


    Jiang Mian picked up the pen and began to write, then could be heard muttering something to Fu Sichen.


    The Director cleared his throat, "Some couples should pay attention please."


    The staff had already ced their phones on the table, and one by one, the cameras swept over them, creating an indescribable tension, much like awaiting the results of a lottery.


    [Hurry up, I want to see!!]


    [I can¡¯t wait!! It must be explosive]


    [I can¡¯t take it, hurry up, I¡¯m already preparing the corners of my mouth]


    ...


    After the Director called "stop,"


    they revealed their answer boards one by one, Teacher Meng¡¯s and Teacher Wang Ya¡¯s were pretty much the same as how they addressed each other.


    The notes for Yu Xinting and Jiang Zhiyu were okay too.


    One was [Baby]


    One was [Husband]


    But eagle-eyedizens spotted something off about the two¡¯s chat backgrounds.


    [OMG, the chat background, I want to see!!!]


    [Did I see it right? It¡¯s Baby Yu in a ck strappy dress, and Jiang Zhiyu¡¯s arm around her slender waist]


    [This photo is kinda risqu¨¦!!!]


    [I, this female hooligan, want to see the original image/drooling.jpg.]


    ...


    Yu Xinting nced at the barrage on the screen and smirked, "Private photos, no use to old hooligans."


    Jiang Mian and Wen Qianning couldn¡¯t help butugh out loud.


    Jiang Mian suddenly thought of something and her smile stiffened. She reached out and pulled Fu Sichen closer, "Your previous wallpaper..."


    She didn¡¯t have the habit of looking at Fu Sichen¡¯s phone. This man had nothing on his phone, a cold work machine.


    But this man liked to change wallpapers.


    And he really liked to change wallpapers!!!


    Lock screen, home screen, and then to chat background.


    Jiang Mian couldn¡¯t help feeling panicked.


    Fu Sichen gave a faint smile and his profound eyes softened, "No worries."


    When it came to Wen Qianning and Lu Yunzhou, it was a different story altogether.


    No one expected that the courteous appearance of Movie Emperor Lu hid a nickname like¡ª


    [My Warm Warm Baby]


    [Ahhh! Help!! An aristocratic gentleman turned upside down]


    [I¡¯m so good at imagining!!]


    [Can¡¯t handle it, their wallpapers must be a photo of the two of them from before they knew each other]


    [This young couple really knows how to do it hahaha, love watching!!]


    ...


    When it was Fu Sichen and Jiang Mian¡¯s turn, even the production crew was looking forward to it.


    After all, they couldn¡¯t forget Jiang Mian¡¯s note to this day.


    [Please, good-in-bed husband, just a bit more stamina]


    No one could havee up with such a note.


    When Jiang Mian and Fu Sichen flipped over their answer boards, the Director instinctively nced at the live stream.


    Thank goodness, they weren¡¯t put into a ¡¯small dark room¡¯ ban.


    However, due to a sudden surge in viewers, the live stream began tog.


    Everyone¡¯s eyes fell on the answer boards of Fu Sichen and Jiang Mian.


    The set went quiet for two seconds.


    One said [Please, good-in-bed husband, just a bit more stamina]


    The other said [Really want to kiss and hug my wife]


    Two secondster, a wave ofmotion swept through the set.


    Even Wen Qianning and Yu Xinting burst intoughter.


    Trust Jiang Xiaomian toe up with that.


    Following that, the staff proceeded to verify the couple¡¯s notes in their phones.


    They suddenly looked stunned, then quickly turned off the phones.


    Netizens, ready to take screenshots, managed to capture the moment during the staff¡¯s brief pause.


    The barrage went crazy¡ª


    [Ahhh, am I allowed to see this!!!]


    [Kids shouldn¡¯t look around! But I¡¯m an adult!]


    [President Fu is really living the good life!]


    ...

 Chapter 387: Countless

    <h4>Chapter 387: Chapter 387: Countless</h4>


    Before everyone had chatted for a few moments, the live broadcast screen suddenly went ck.


    [The live room has been closed due to suspected vitions]


    "..."


    Without the noise from that end, the set quieted down quite a bit.


    Jiang Mian wore a carefree smile, the corners of her eyes slightly upturned, "See, I told you it would get banned."


    Director: I can¡¯t believe I have no way to handle her.


    There was one final question. Netizens were swarming on Weibo, calling for the broadcast to resume and find their organization.


    Five minutester, the show¡¯s crew made some adjustments and started broadcasting again.


    As soon as everyone entered the live room, they saw the Director¡¯s helpless expression and the calm and collected couple beside him.


    "Alright, alright, let¡¯s see thest question."


    Every couple present looked over.


    And then¡ª


    There was silence for a moment.


    The expressions on the Director¡¯s face were quite entertaining.


    The barrage was exceptionally excited¡ª


    [Ahhh sisters, you deserve the Tai Temple!!]


    [Director¡¯s team, get ready for the next live ount haha]


    [I can¡¯t take it, my face is a bit stiff, I¡¯mughing like crazy]


    [Truly invincible]


    The Director¡¯s mouth twitched slightly, and the gaze of the four couples settled on him.


    Jiang Mian couldn¡¯t help but curve her lips a bit.


    This question was indeed difficult to ask outright.


    Teacher Mengughed, "Director, if you say this question out loud, the live room might get shut down again."


    The Director was also in a difficult position, with the agreed four questions short by one¡ªbut this one...


    Who asked it!!!


    They wanted to boost the poprity, but they weren¡¯t supposed to roast me over a fire.


    [No way, it must be asked!!]


    [Ask first, we¡¯ll protect with the barrage!]


    [Don¡¯t worry, don¡¯t worry! We¡¯ll protect, the tform won¡¯t see it]


    tform: Do you think I¡¯m blind...


    The Director sighed and then pointed to the question above, "Teachers, I won¡¯t ask. You can just answer it yourselves, or you can choose to refuse, but this will still count toward your total score."


    The scores from the first three questions were too evenly matched among the four couples.


    We could only see if this question could widen the gap.


    [How many times did you sneakily get busy during the recording of the show in the evenings!!!]


    The Director just wanted to end the live broadcast ASAP¡ªit was too frightening!


    Jiang Mian nced at Fu Sichen, and the couple exchanged a knowing smile.


    Then, she quickly wrote something on her answer board.


    The staff couldn¡¯t help but be curious about their answer board.


    While the other three couples were still hesitant, this couple was so decisive about the question.


    If that¡¯s the case...


    "Then let¡¯s have Teacher Jiang and President Fu show their answer board first."


    Everyone¡¯s gaze turned over, and Jiang Mian and Fu Sichen¡¯s answer boards came into view.


    !!!!!!


    Four bold characters were written on it.


    [Can¡¯t Count]


    Jiang Mian smiled at the camera, her red lips curving, "Just to rify, it wasn¡¯t sneaky at all."


    [Wow, tantly haha!]


    [Help, help, I¡¯m really breathing rapidly, I urgently need an oxygen tank]


    [Mom! Someonee save my cheeks, I can¡¯t take it!]


    Unable to help himself, the Directorined into the megaphone, "You keep taking the camera off and throwing it at the door every day!"


    "Hahaha"


    Everyone present couldn¡¯t help butugh out loud.


    The other couples gradually unfolded their own answer boards.


    Apart from the question from Jiang Mian and Fu Sichen that made everyone¡¯s head spin, the other couplescked their previous understanding.


    Either they left it nk or simply wrote that they couldn¡¯t remember.


    In the end, Fu Sichen and Jiang Mian took first ce, but they voluntarily gave up the sea view room.


    "Teacher Meng and Sister Qianning, you guys go stay in it."


    She had already set her sights on a starry sky room with just the right location, given the fine weather today, and was expecting a beautiful starry night.


    Eventually, after some discussion, the rooms were divided. The sea view room wasrge, so Wen Qianning and Lu Yunzhou took one room, and Teacher Meng and his wife took another.


    The remaining two starry sky rooms close to each other were chosen by Jiang Mian and Yu Xinting respectively.

 Chapter 388: I can do it now...

    <h4>Chapter 388: Chapter 388: I can do it now...</h4>


    After deciding on the room, several people tidied up a bit.


    Jiang Mian really liked this starry room, especially when she opened the curtains overhead andy in bed gazing at the stars in the sky¡ªit was incredibly enjoyable.


    "Teacher Jiang, rest here for a while, we¡¯ll meet at our original ce by the seaside when the sun sets in the evening, and remember to change into swimwear."


    The staff nced at the camera, then paused for two seconds, "Our cameras will always be on."


    Jiang Mian lifted her eyes to the camera, and the staff in the control room shivered subconsciously.


    What¡¯s going on, why does her gaze suddenly seem a bit wary?


    Jiang Mian¡¯s lips curved slightly, a polite smile gracing her face, "Mm, taking care of public property is everyone¡¯s responsibility."


    Satisfied that their message was conveyed, the staff closed the door upon exiting.


    Between the recent back-and-forth fun and staying upte for several nights, Jiang Mian was extremely sleepy and promptly fell asleep in Fu Sichen¡¯s arms.


    Seeing that everything had quieted down on several screens, the staff also heaved a sigh of relief.


    The director pointed and said, "Check the arrangements for this afternoon again."


    "It was originally supposed to be a couplespetition, but with Teacher Wen¡¯s situation, it can only turn into a husbands¡¯petition now."


    The director felt it was alright, "Each has its own highlights. It¡¯s a pity we can¡¯t broadcast it live."


    It¡¯s unknown how they will dress for thepetition in the sea.


    Anyway, the tform will definitely have restrictions, it¡¯s better to edit some footage for the preview.


    "Do you think President Fu will go without wearing anything?"


    "Holy cow, don¡¯t even mention it. Apart from President Fu, Teacher Lu¡¯s physique is also super good. And there¡¯s Agent Jiang, he¡¯s the top handsome guy in the agent circles."


    "Are you all dreaming? These three men have good bodies, but they are also famously virtuous. I bet a box of spicy sticks they will definitely be well-dressed when theye out."


    "I¡¯m actually curious if President Fu got a tan, it¡¯s been a long time since I saw that sun tattoo on his arm. That one before really killed me, it was incredible!"


    Several of the younger staff members chatted animatedly.


    "Fu Sichen, I¡¯m going to wear it!"


    A clear, soft, coquettish female voice traveled through the microphone into the control room.


    Everyone¡¯s gaze was drawn over.


    The director spoke a few words into the walkie-talkie, "Teacher Jiang¡¯s team, be ready at any time, on stand by. She¡¯s up now, the rest can start getting ready."


    Jiang Mian took a white strappy swimsuit dress out of her suitcase. The pleatedce had an indescribable yfulness and vivacity.


    With a waist-cinching ultra-short skirt design, Fu Sichen couldn¡¯t help his Adam¡¯s apple bob as he gazed at the woman before him.


    He reached for a tulle cape from the bed, his tone full of helpless indulgence, "Then put this on."


    He was torn between admiring how she looked and the torment it brought upon himself.


    "Suddenly I¡¯ve lost all interest in men¡¯s bodies, Teacher Jiang¡¯s figure is really incredible too!!!"


    "Don¡¯t put it on, I really love looking!!"


    "Sorry, I¡¯m salivating like crazy."


    The staff in the control room suddenly switched allegiances.


    "I¡¯m at the seaside now, is it wrong to want to dress nicely? I wouldn¡¯t mind even if you didn¡¯t wear anything."


    Fu Sichen chuckled softly, his breath warmed Jiang Mian¡¯s ear as he leaned in, "Mrs. Fu, if you don¡¯t mind, I can deal with it right now..."


    The rest of his words were light and leisurely, but theynded precisely in Jiang Mian¡¯s heart.


    She obediently put on the tulle, "Then you should dress properly too."


    A faintugh escaped from Fu Sichen¡¯s throat, his voice low and pleasant, "Mm, I¡¯m very well covered."


    This segment, when broadcastedter on, sparked widespread spection online.

 Chapter 389: How Could You Not Know When Kissing Every Day

    <h4>Chapter 389: Chapter 389: How Could You Not Know When Kissing Every Day</h4>


    At that time, a new term even popped up #What exactly did President Fu say to Jiang Xiaomian#


    [I boldly guess President Fu drove!]


    [President Fu surely threatened Jiang Xiaomian]


    [Jiang Xiaomian, tell us what your husband did]


    [It¡¯s been a while since we¡¯ve seen Jiang Mian so obedient and well-behaved, hahaha]


    ...


    Of course, that was all toeter.


    The staff in the control room felt a bit deted when they saw Fu Sichening out of the bathroom wearing a white old man¡¯s shirt and shorts.


    Although this was to be expected, there was still a bit of disappointment.


    As a result, after several groups of guests came out, one was more bundled up than thest.


    Director: Didn¡¯t I tell you to wear clothes that are convenient for getting into the water?!!!


    Now you all seem desperate to wrap yourselves up like zongzi¡ªare you afraid of catching a cold?!!!!


    Byparison, Jiang Mian and Fu Sichen¡¯s group seemed rtively more open.


    "Alright, teachers, are we sure we¡¯re going in the water like this? Dinner depends on it."


    The Director had just finished speaking when he saw Wen Qianning about to say something and quickly added, "This time, it¡¯s a contest between the husbands, the wives just need to cheer from the side."


    The Director¡¯s words had barely dropped when Yu Xinting came over andtched onto Jiang Mian¡¯s arm.


    Jiang Mian: ???


    What¡¯s this all about?


    "I¡¯m clinging to your coattails."


    "No, actually, I¡¯m just trying to curry favor, hoping to snag a share tonight."


    Jiang Mian: "..."


    "Hey, hey, hey, and take care of me too, a pregnant woman shouldn¡¯t worry when President Fu takes the field, the oue is certain."


    When ites to physical strength, who canpete with President Fu?


    After all, his own wife begs President Fu every day to slow down and even asks for medicine.


    Tsk Tsk Tsk.


    One can only imagine...


    Listening to their conversation, the Director picked up a megaphone and announced: "Don¡¯t worry, bet on love."


    Soon, they saw the props prepared by the crew for their segment.


    For the water pouring challenge, the husbands sat under buckets of water, and the production team had prepared many photos, from which the husbands had to select their wives¡¯.


    In theory, it wasn¡¯t very difficult, but searching among over twenty close-ups of mouths still presented some challenge.


    The screens lit up with the pictures at the same time.


    "This one, I don¡¯t even know which is my mouth."


    The production team especially selected ones with simr colors, over twenty matching shades of lips...


    Before Jiang Mian and the others could figure out which was theirs, someone had already pressed the buzzer.


    Holy shit?!!


    Who¡¯s that fast?


    Everyone¡¯s gaze turned over, and, as expected, it was Fu Sichen.


    Following closely were Lu Yunzhou and Jiang Zhiyu, leaving Teacher Mengst.


    Everyone¡¯s timing was pretty close.


    Even the crew members were momentarily stunned.


    That was fast!


    This should be quite challenging, howe these guys are all so quick?


    Fu Sichen was the first to reveal his answer board, ording to the rules.


    "Number 7."


    Jiang Mian also looked at the picture of mouth number 7.


    That mouth did seem to be hers.


    After announcing the correct answer, even the staff eximed in surprise.


    The Director immediately dered: "President Fu did not cheat, we have no inside information. After all, as everyone can see from the expressions of the wives, they also haven¡¯t found their own."


    "So, I want to ask President Fu, how did you find it so quickly and with such high uracy?"


    Fu Sichen looked up at Jiang Mian not far away, his lips curving in a fond smile, "How could I not know when I kiss it every day."


    Holy crap!!!


    Dog abuse!!!


    "Help, help! It¡¯s so sweet, I¡¯m dying!!!"


    "Oh my god, I really can¡¯t help but want to scream, it¡¯s really so sweet!!!"


    Several young staff members were practically twisting together.

 Chapter 390: Soaked Through

    <h4>Chapter 390: Chapter 390: Soaked Through</h4>


    Qianning couldn¡¯t help but tug at Jiang Mian¡¯s sleeve, "Hey, if you and President Fu keep being so clingy every day, you¡¯re going to draw some hatred."


    Jiang Mian¡¯s gaze fell on Qianning¡¯s stomach, "You and Teacher Lu have the fruit of love right here, and you call us clingy."


    "Jiang Xiaomian, you really don¡¯t know you¡¯re living in bliss, my mouth is about to split from smiling."


    Yu Xinting moved her facial muscles up and down.


    If she keptughing, her muscles would truly be stiff.


    The Director originally wanted to assign a penalty, but all four of them had already chosen toe out.


    "See, the dramatic effect the Director wanted is gone."


    "With these questions, I guess there¡¯s no way to tell the results, the Director still doesn¡¯t get the trickiness."


    In the end, their predictions were urate, it ended in a tie, and unexpectedly, it all turned out so peaceful and loving for the crew.


    After the game ended, the Director let them go y in the water, and Sichen took Jiang Mian for a long ride on a jet ski in the sea.


    "Wow! Sichen, is there anything you can¡¯t do?"


    Sichen, pressing against Jiang Mian¡¯s slender back, curved his thin lips and sped up the jet ski, casting a heavy spray of water, swinging their figure out of everyone¡¯s sight.


    "Where¡¯s Jiang Xiaomian!!"


    "Director, Director, President Fu and Teacher Jiang are missing!"


    The cameraman stumbled, barely catching their figures before the jet ski tipped over.


    The Director stood up anxiously, and the maritime rescue was immediately dispatched.


    Everyone suddenly got tense, all eyes looking in that direction.


    Yu Xinting tried tofort herself verbally, though she was still somewhat worried, "No way, Jiang Xiaomian is a good swimmer, and so is President Fu, they both have life jackets on."


    No sooner had she spoken than two figures surfaced.


    Sichen pulled her onto the jet ski and climbed up himself.


    The two of them noticed the surrounding gazes and the many rescue boats heading their way, getting a bit dazed.


    "It¡¯s okay, Director, someone just failed to show off."


    Jiang Mian spoke while ncing back at the man behind her.


    Sichen chuckled indulgently, "Yes, yes, yes, my fault."


    Director: I¡¯m so frustrated with you!!!


    After they reached the shore, Sichen grabbed a bath towel and shielded Jiang Mian as she took off her life jacket, then quickly threw the towel over her.


    Cameraman: ??? What was that just now.


    "Sichen, it¡¯s fine, I¡¯m still wearing clothes."


    Sichen expressionlessly wrapped Jiang Mian up, his voice calm, "You¡¯re all soaked."


    Then it was Sichen¡¯s turn, he simply walked towards the room wearing his life jacket and Jiang Mian.


    Director: "Hey, President Fu, that life jacket..."


    "I¡¯ll change clothes and bring it backter."


    ???


    Jiang Mian couldn¡¯t help butugh out loud. Sichen¡¯s shirt underneath was a white old man¡¯s shirt, nowpletely soaked through. If he took off that life jacket...


    During the broadcast of this episode, thements were full of praise for President Fu, the "manhood ceiling", and even where he could teach sses, wanting to take their boyfriends there too.


    [I could dieughing, first shield the wife, then just not take it off himself]


    [If President Fu took it off, thements would definitely be another color haha]


    [I was just about to take a screenshot, and then??? Nothing]


    ...


    Of course, this was all talked aboutter.


    After dinner, considering their day¡¯s schedule and the afternoon¡¯s tiring recording, the crew didn¡¯t arrange any other activities and just let them rx on their own.

 Chapter 391: Join Me in a Play?

    <h4>Chapter 391: Chapter 391: Join Me in a y?</h4>


    The online spection about today¡¯s recording was all over the ce.


    Netizens were flooding the official Weibo, urging the production team to start live streaming, even if just for a bit.


    [Everyone¡¯s going crazy for the kids!!]


    [Please, I¡¯ve never wanted to watch something so badly in my life]


    [I need to eat, pleasee out, it¡¯s the perfect show to apany meals, sniffle]


    ...


    One of the staff members suddenly had an idea and walked up to the Director with their phone:"Director, look at the loud requests below, how about we secretly go live?"


    She continued after a quick nce at thements on the official Weibo: "Look at the high demand below, and since all the teachers are busy with their own things, a sudden live might yield unexpected show effects."


    As the Director was stroking his phone and pondering, a few staff members pointed at the monitor above:"Director, Teacher Wen and Teacher Jiang¡¯s screens have gone ck, they probably covered the cameras."


    The audio technician immediately adjusted the sound: "To be precise, they turned off the mics as well."


    Following that, Yu Xinting and Teacher Meng sessively experienced screen ckouts and audio cuts.


    "Go live! The original four groups, get ready."


    It was only a few points past the hour, and each group had agreed to finish recording after nine at night, and it was only seven now; something was definitely off.


    The live stream was within regtions.


    They had no idea what they were about to face.


    Jiang Mian was quite tired from ying in the water today and hadin down to browse through her phone after washing up.


    Susu Big Baby:[Big news!!!]


    Susu Big Baby:[When are you finishing the recording? I¡¯m going crazy]


    Jiang Mian:[???]


    Before Jiang Mian could react, Su Lixing sent a photo.


    Jiang Mian clicked on the photo and immediately sat up.


    "Holy shit!!"


    Jiang Mian:[You hit the jackpot!! When did this happen, do you feel ufortable anywhere?]


    Susu Big Baby:[It just happened, I¡¯m on my way to the hospital, my wedding!!!]


    She and Lin Chen had already registered their marriage, and both families were discussing the wedding date, which they had been evading.


    Now, well, she had hit the jackpot.


    Jiang Mian directly called her: "Where¡¯s my brother? You two hit the jackpot."


    Su Lixing was in tears on the other end: "It¡¯s a firsthand experience, don¡¯t skirt around it!"


    It was just recently that she and Lin Chen didn¡¯t do that thing, thinking a one-time outside wouldn¡¯t matter.


    But then...


    It was so sudden!!!


    Jiang Mianforted Su Lixing: "It¡¯s okay, go to the hospital to check first. Pregnancy tests can sometimes be inurate. Also, I¡¯ll be back the day after tomorrow, no rush!"


    The two didn¡¯t talk much before Su Lixing hung up as she reached the hospital.


    "Is she pregnant?"


    Fu Sichen overheard some of it and more or less guessed what was going on.


    "Yeah, it really is a surprise."


    Jiang Mian messaged Sister Ting to inquire about her own uing schedule. If her best friend really was pregnant, it was bound to trigger a series of events, big and small.


    Luo Ting:[Once you¡¯re back, you¡¯ll almost be joining the group, seamlessly flying to North Country]


    Luo Ting:[What¡¯s up? Any news with you?]


    She instantly sensed something unusual; the way the young missus asked was peculiar.


    Jiang Mian immediately cleared any misunderstandings.


    Jiang Xiaomian:[Don¡¯t worry, it¡¯s not me. Sleep early, good night]


    Jiang Mian, looking at her phone¡¯s screen that had gone dark, had no idea about the situation with her best friend.


    She looked up at the man who was typing on his keyboard on the couch, her eyes mischievously smiling, "President Fu, care to join me in a scene?"

 Chapter 392: Raid Live Broadcast

    <h4>Chapter 392: Chapter 392: Raid Live Broadcast</h4>


    Fu Sichen¡¯s gaze fell on the script in Jiang Mian¡¯s hands, knowing it was for an uing shoot.


    The script was so precious and cherished by her, the A4 paper was filled with colors from various highlighters and densely packed notes.


    Suddenly, Jiang Mian thought of something, got up, and pulled out a dark green cheongsam from underneath her luggage, its hand-embroidered patterns vividly lifelike.


    Before long, she emerged from the bathroom, barefoot, her slightly disheveled hair enhancing her graceful figure, exuding an indescribable charm and allure.


    A flicker of emotion passed through Fu Sichen¡¯s deep ck eyes as he set down his notebook and stood up.


    Jiang Mian leaned against the wall, her red lips lifted in a smile, her tone yful as she twisted the end of her sentence, "Mr. Smith, long time no see."


    The character Jiang Mian yed was a ssic beauty from Hua Country who had lived abroad for a long time. She loved wearing cheongsams, which, while simple and elegant on others, added an air of radiant allure on her.


    The kind that catches your eye in an instant, which was exactly why the Director had taken a liking to Jiang Mian instantly.


    At that time, he even praised Jiang Mian in Huanguage for quite a while, the word "beautiful" appearing most frequently.


    Fu Sichen stepped forward, wrapped his arms tightly around Jiang Mian¡¯s slender waist, and pulled her close, his voice low and husky with a hint of sensuality, "Days have not met, and the beautifuldy has be even more stunning."


    Jiang Mian was slightly surprised, not expecting Fu Sichen to have some memory of the script¡¯s broad content.


    She went along with it smoothly.


    Jiang Mian attempted to gently push away the man in front of her, butcking in strength, Fu Sichen¡¯s grip on her waist only tightened, his gaze deepening.


    Meanwhile, a group of staff, unaware of their presence, was making their way towards their starry sky room.


    "Shh, everyone quiet down, keep thements low, don¡¯t startle them."


    The Director¡¯s teamunched a surprise live broadcast, fearful that too much noise would alert the agents and allow them to call their clients during brief windows.


    Thus, the Director had them start the broadcast close to the door, catching thempletely off guard.


    Once the broadcast started, people flooded in, and more kepting.


    The number of viewers and poprity soared.


    [Ahhh, the broadcast is on!!!]


    [What¡¯s this dark blur?]


    [What¡¯s the production team up to? It feels so mysterious.]


    A staff member quietly exined, "We¡¯re secretly starting a live broadcast for everyone, shh! Let¡¯s see what our couples are up to."


    [Ahhh you¡¯re serving right, production team!!]


    [Absolutely brilliant, I just love this kinda stuff haha]


    [Perfect timing for bed, just love watching these after winding down]


    ...


    As Jiang Mian¡¯s team slowly entered, the Director suddenly nced up, grabbing the walkie-talkie, "Close-up at the door!"


    The cameraman and staff, confused, nced at the door but soon realized.


    Good, the camera was again covered with ck cloth at the door.


    As the cameraman zoomed in for a close-up, a staff member exined, "This should have been the camera inside the room."


    This announcement stirred even more excitement in thements.


    [Could there be a high-energy alerting up haha]


    [Help, my heart can hardly take the excitement]


    [Roar roar roar, I see dim lighting, the lights are still on, they definitely haven¡¯t slept yet]


    [The camera¡¯s gone, definitely some sneaky big moves tonight]


    Chen Mian couple fans were already writing stories.


    This time the staff hardly dared to breathe, afraid to disturb the people inside.


    A few steps in, they heard the conversation inside the room¡ª

 Chapter 393: My Cheongsam is very expensive! Don’t...

    <h4>Chapter 393: Chapter 393: My Cheongsam is very expensive! Don¡¯t...</h4>


    "Fu Sichen, you¡¯re wrong, the lines aren¡¯t like this."


    Lines???


    The crew looked at each other, wondering what the little couple was up to.


    Director observed the movement of several pairs in real time: "Jiang Mian¡¯s group, don¡¯t make noise yet, keep listening."


    They too were curious as to what the couple was doing.


    Fu Sichen¡¯s voice was low and clear: "No, it¡¯s exactly like this."


    [Holy crap, I¡¯m going to get pregnant]


    [His voice really sounds amazing, President Fu¡¯s voice is several notches lower at night than during the day, so sexy it kills!!]


    "What the heck!!" Jiang Mian¡¯s high-pitched tone came from the room, with a petnt and coquettish air: "The script says to sit on the sofa and chat over drinks, what do you mean by pinning me to the bed?"


    The crew felt a "thump" in their hearts, worried they were about to walk in on something they shouldn¡¯t...


    Barragements from online friends blew up the chat in protective mode.


    [I just love to watch this ahhh!!!]


    [I can¡¯t take it, in the middle of the night, this is too much, far too much!]


    [This couple really knows how to y, like, with the script, that kind of cosy, ahhh!!]


    [I¡¯m losing my mind, this is worth my VIP haha, Sichen Sichen!]


    While the crew was unsure of what to do, Fu Sichen let out a sultry chuckle from inside: "Mrs. Fu, there¡¯s a saying¡ª"


    "ying the part for real..."


    Ahhhh!!!


    "Fu Sichen! My Cheongsam is very expensive!! Don¡¯t you dare..."


    Several crew members¡¯ faces started to redden, and quickly retreated dozens of meters back.


    Director: "Never mind,e back, let¡¯s not disturb them."


    The cameraman immediately turned off the live broadcast, and even though the screen went ck, no one wanted toe back.


    [I¡¯m blushing to death, Cheongsam, oh my god, I can¡¯t with my lips]


    [Can they both not be so yful!!]


    [I¡¯ve already imagined ten thousand words,dies grab your pens, I want to read and see pictures, I¡¯m begging for stuff to be published]


    [The inspiration is here, arrange it quickly!!!]


    ...


    ¡ª


    The next day, Jiang Mian was blinded by the sunlight shining down on her.


    She had forgotten to draw the curtains after stargazingst night.


    Her eyes were hurt first thing in the morning.


    Fu Sichen groaned and got up to press the switch above, making the room much morefortable instantly.


    Jiang Mian nced at the Cheongsam hanging at the corner of the bed.


    Good, good, her baby was still alive.


    "Sleep a bit more."


    Last night, they had made amotion until quitete, ending their night watching the stars in the night sky, almost falling asleep with the stars, and they couldn¡¯t quite remember the exact time themselves.


    "Ding-dong."


    "Ding-dong."


    ...


    On the bedside table, Jiang Mian¡¯s phone kept vibrating, and she reached to pick it up.


    [Susu Big Baby]


    She became a lot more alert, probably the test results were out.


    After opening the chat interface.


    Jiang Mian: What is this???


    Susu Big Baby: [Hahahaha, it¡¯s still you and President Fu openopen!]


    Susu Big Baby: [{Video}]


    Jiang Mian subconsciously clicked on the video, then¡ª


    "ying the part for real..."


    "Fu Sichen! My Cheongsam is very expensive!! Don¡¯t you dare..."


    A jumble of sounds, these two sentences clearly reached the ears of Jiang Mian and Fu Sichen.


    It felt like the conversations fromst night were being repeatedly dug up and whipped.


    Jiang Mian decisively logged onto Weibo, and the trending search included the program group¡¯s tags, as well as those regarding her and Fu Sichen.


    #JiangMianPresidentFuReallyKnowHowToy#


    Motherfucker!! Who came up with this title!!!


    Clicking into the various videos and quotes almost made Jiang Mian pass out.

 Chapter 394: President Fu’s Peaceful Years, Do Not Disturb

    <h4>Chapter 394: Chapter 394: President Fu¡¯s Peaceful Years, Do Not Disturb</h4>


    "The drama with this couple is so much, hahaha!"


    "Iughed till I fainted, thank goodness I didn¡¯t missst night¡¯s live stream, the terrified look on the staff as they quickly backed away was really hrious."


    "Real couples really are the best, who understands, I was squirming in my bedst night like a maggot."


    "Jiang Xiaomian: An actor¡¯s conviction, acting alongside her husband hahaha"


    ...


    Jiang Mian threw her phone at Fu Sichen, her tone sullen, "This is all your fault!"


    The scene fromst night had gone off track.


    Fu Sichen suddenly burst outughing at his wife¡¯s appearance; evidently, he had no idea who had been the naughty little impst night.


    He contacted Xu Lai to have the trending topic removed from the inte.


    Xu Lai had already seen the trending search that morning and felt neither joy nor sorrow.


    They hadn¡¯t seen enough.


    Luo Ting even sent a message to ask about Jiang Mian¡¯s mood at the moment.


    Jiang Xiaomian: "Loving the drama and not afraid of exaggerating, as my agent, aren¡¯t you worried?"


    Luo Ting: "You haven¡¯t broken anyws, and real couples have been officially announced, it¡¯s all legal and reasonable."


    The top fan of Chen Mian couple, hugely engulfed in the trending topic, had no intention or thought of working.


    The entire studio was immersed in tasting the sweetness of candy.


    Luo Ting: "If I hadn¡¯t experienced great storms, I would be just like them."


    Privately, Luo Ting and Xu Lai had experienced far more than this.


    In summary, one phrase: you¡¯ll get used to it.


    It wasn¡¯t long before Luo Ting sent another message.


    Luo Ting: "What the heck? President Fu made a move!!!"


    ???


    What stuff??


    Jiang Mian looked at the man next to her who was still resting with his eyes closed and typed a reply on her phone.


    Jiang Xiaomian: "President Fu is so tired he¡¯s still resting."


    Indeed, even a constantly active man can get exhausted.


    Luo Ting: "Then howe your trending search was removed, was your husband¡¯s Weibo ount hacked??"


    What trending search removed, what Fu Sichen¡¯s Weibo ount?


    Jiang Mian opened special attention.


    Two minutes ago.


    Fu Sichen V: "I¡¯m thin-skinned, removed the search, stop discussing."


    "?? Is President Fu¡¯s ount hacked??"


    "12 words revealing a morning fury."


    "President Fu really sounds like he¡¯s losing patience, hahahaha."


    "President Fu: Annoying, we are just living normally, stop using us for your marketing."


    When the Director saw this Weibo post and knew the trending search had been removed, his heart raced a bit faster.


    The live broadcast was the production team¡¯s invitation, but the trending search wasn¡¯t their doing, it¡¯s just that the current online popce was too capable, they wouldn¡¯t even sleep.


    "Director... this."


    "Are Teacher Jiang and President Fu awake yet?"


    The staff shook their head, "Looking at the door movements, except for Teacher Meng who is already awake and has gone to shoot with the first group, there are no signs from the other groups."


    The Director suddenly thought of something, "Go, contact Teacher Jiang¡¯s agent."


    It wasn¡¯t long before Jiang Mian received another message from Luo Ting.


    Luo Ting: "The production team says they¡¯re really scared."


    Jiang Mian looked at Fu Sichen breathing steadily, the man was truly asleep.


    Jiang Xiaomian: "President Fu enjoys peace and quiet, don¡¯t disturb."


    Luo Ting ryed this message exactly to the production team, and they all agreed that morning, not to disturb them and to wait until they woke up by themselves.


    So, the other two couples also slept until they naturally woke up.


    It was only when the Chen Mian couple really straggled out that the other two couples were already sitting down for lunch.


    The two of them arrivedte, causing the production team to slightly rx.


    Thank goodness, everything seemed fine.

 Chapter 395: I Think I Should Spend More Time with Her Afterward

    <h4>Chapter 395: Chapter 395: I Think I Should Spend More Time with Her Afterward</h4>


    Fu Sichen pulled out a chair, and Jiang Mian yawned and sat down.


    "You¡¯ve been sleeping all morning and you¡¯re still tired."


    Jiang Mian took a sip of warm water to moisten her throat, "My body isn¡¯t what it used to be."


    She looked around, "Where¡¯s Teacher Meng?"


    Wen Qianning took over, "Teacher Wang Ya seemed to have caught a cold, so Teacher Meng took her back first."


    "Last night¡¯s live broadcast from the production team was really scary."


    Speaking of this, the corners of Jiang Mian¡¯s eyes lifted yfully as she gazed at their group¡¯s crew members.


    The crew immediately turned their heads to the side: It wasn¡¯t our fault.


    Wen Qianning smiled at Jiang Mian and Yu Xinting, "We can only say that it was too rushed."


    Not only were Jiang Mian and Fu Sichen amazingst night, but the other team of Yu Xinting and Jiang Zhiyu was also spectacr.


    Only, they were interrupted by a phone call, but judging from the previous conversation, they were probably on the verge too.


    Jiang Mian looked up at Yu Xinting and then at Jiang Zhiyu, "You two were also... yesterday?"


    "Almost, almost."


    Yu Xinting emphasized "almost," "But we still have to thank you for pulling the hot search, now that entry is basically untraceable."


    "It fermented all night, those who should see and hear it already know."


    Fu Sichen chuckled softly as he spread jam on Jiang Mian¡¯s toast, "Mrs. Fu¡¯s mindset is pretty good now."


    "Watch your words, President Fu."


    The banter between the husband and wife was clear to all who listened.


    After the meal, the production team did some simple final recording as a wrap.


    After Jiang Mian and Fu Sichen sat down, a member of the show¡¯s crew posed a few questions with a cue card¡ª


    "Teacher Jiang and President Fu, what different gains have you had from the time you spent recording the program?"


    Jiang Mian locked eyes with Fu Sichen for two seconds, her lips curved into a slight smile, "If you talk about gains, it¡¯s probably that we¡¯ve spent a lot more time together."


    Both had been busy with their own work before, and during this time they practically clung together.


    Jiang Mian knew from how Fu Sichen slept in this morning, it wasn¡¯t that Fu Sichen had too much energy, but rather that he hadn¡¯t been tired enough before.


    With frequency, even President Fu could get tired.


    "Thank you, President Fu, for sacrificing your work time to apany me."


    The depth of Fu Sichen¡¯s dark eyes settled on Jiang Mian, she immediately understood and quickly corrected herself, "Hmm, I shouldn¡¯t say thanks to my husband, it¡¯s his duty, as it should be, but I do feel a bit sorry for him."


    "Next question for President Fu, during this period, do you feel there have been any changes between you two through the program?"


    Fu Sichen¡¯s crisp and pleasant voice sounded, "We¡¯ve always been like this, before and after the program, if there¡¯s a change, it is that I think I will apany her more in the future."


    Help!!!


    Some of the female crew members on site were so excited they were nearly in tears.


    From which direction could one bump into such a man?


    Both were shining stars in their respective fields, busy in their own right.


    Yet President Fu didn¡¯t ask that they each take time out for each other, but said he should apany Teacher Jiang more.


    After a few questions, the crew members looked toward the couple whose love was about to spill over the screen, "Teacher Jiang, President Fu, you can p the board."


    Jiang Mian met President Fu¡¯s gaze, sharing a smile, "Jiang Mian/Fu Sichen p."


    After wrapping up the shoot here, they said goodbye to the other couples.


    Jiang Mian and Fu Sichen flew back to North City at top speed.


    It was confirmed that Su Lixing was pregnant, Jiang Mian needed to get back early to see how things were now.

 Chapter 396: Workaholic Young Couple

    <h4>Chapter 396: Chapter 396: Workaholic Young Couple</h4>


    "Jiang Xiaomian, you¡¯ve finallye."


    Jiang Mian looked at the fruits and various foods in front of Su Lixing¡ªthat treatment¡ª


    No wonder people say being a queen for ten months, though she was usually treated like a princess.


    But whyin over the phone.


    "I¡¯m going to die of boredom..."


    The word "die" had barely left Su Lixing¡¯s mouth when she quickly covered it with her hand.


    Then Su Lixing¡¯s mother¡¯s gaze shot over: "Tsk tsk tsk."


    Su Lixing stuck out her tongue: "Mom, you¡¯re busy, go ahead."


    "Tsk tsk tsk."


    Su Lixing touched her belly, which hadn¡¯t changed much yet: "The prenatal education must be done right."


    The elders are a little superstitious about certain words during the first three months.


    Jiang Mian casually inquired about the wedding ns, only to be told by Su Lixing that it was their wedding.


    "What?!!"


    "I heard from your brother that your parents and Grandpa Fu are discussing having your wedding first to avoid any idents like Lin Chen and I had, and I¡¯ll have mine after I give birth."


    In the first three months, Lin Chen dared not let Su Lixing exert herself too much, not to mention nning a wedding¡ªa task that requires a lot of energy and physical strength.


    After three months, when she would be noticeably pregnant, Miss Su would certainly not like the idea of wearing a wedding dress with a huge belly.


    So after much discussion, they decided to wait until after the birth, when the baby could also be a flower child, which would be much more fun.


    It was truly a case of ¡¯when the city gates catch fire, the fish in the moat suffer.¡¯


    Jiang Mian nced at the time on her phone: "I have to join a filming crewter, and I probably won¡¯t have time."


    "I said the same thing, but who knows what their ns are."


    Of course, Su Lixing unconditionally supported her best friend, understanding the feeling of wanting to avoid the hassle of a wedding while also looking forward to it.


    Then she was straightforwardly sent back home by her older brother.


    The reason: Don¡¯t disturb your sister-inw¡¯s prenatal care.


    Jiang Mian didn¡¯t stay in North City for a few days before flying directly to North Country to join the crew.


    Producing movies abroad is much more difficult than in the domestic market, not only due to acting requirements but also because of the significant demands on pronunciation andnguage.


    Jiang Mian picked up her foreignnguage skills again, filming in the mornings and practicing hernguage in the evenings.


    Even Luo Ting dared not speak too much.


    This ancestor was about to start showing her power.


    Even when "We¡¯re Getting Married 3" was officially scheduled to air, and the other three couples were actively promoting and reposting, everyone still couldn¡¯t spot a single move from Jiang Mian and Fu Sichen.


    [What is this couple doing!!]


    [No, hot knowledge, this couple are workaholics]


    [Right, Jiang Xiaomian is currently in seclusion it seems]


    Luo Ting also feared the random spections and negative media on the inte, so the studio specially reposted the program¡¯s Weibo¡ª


    Jiang Mian personal studio v: [Support Jiang Xiaomian (she is in seclusion), just go watch {//:Repost}]


    After the variety show aired, Chen Mian¡¯s fanmunity gained countless new followers, turning from just a handful of people into amunity with millions, ranking first in daily activity and firmly upying the position of a top fan club.


    The number of writers and artists who joined was countless, producing loads of content every day.


    Even fans dug up past interactions and sweet moments of the two before they officially announced their rtionship.


    In short, there was too much "food" every day, leaving people stuffed.


    Even Su Lixing often released some "food" in themunity.


    After getting pregnant, Lin Chen was very anxious about her, wishing he could be around her 24 hours a day.


    To let him work with peace of mind, and because Su Lixing had been feelingzytely, she would sometimes draw and chat with fans in themunity.

 Chapter 397: Running Out of Money

    <h4>Chapter 397: Chapter 397: Running Out of Money</h4>


    Fansmented under her posts every day, eager to see if there were any recent sweet moments to enjoy.


    After all, everyone knew about her identity as a close friend.


    Su Lixing said that they indeed hadn¡¯t seen each other much recently, both spouses being workaholics, and that it was best to let them watch variety shows in peace.


    During this time, their sweet moments were sustained by a single variety show, their appearances marking the start of thousands of fan fiction stories.


    Jiang Mian waspletely unaware of what was happening back home, immersed in her filming.


    It wasn¡¯t until the wrap-up of filming that "We¡¯re Getting Married 3" finally concluded itsst episode.


    She looked at the onlinements and the number of topic followers.


    "How long have I been out of touch? The outside world has turned upside down, hasn¡¯t it?"


    Before her seclusion, her topic only seemed to have a few hundred thousand fans, but now it was about to break ten million, with countless new posts every day.


    Luo Ting and Jiang Mian nned to confirm their schedules again, "Fu¡¯s hasn¡¯t gone bankrupt, has it?"


    ???


    Jiang Mian: "Ptooey, ptooey, ptooey."


    "So your schedule doesn¡¯t even give you time to breathe, and you¡¯ve passed that onto President Fu, too, aspiring to be workaholics?"


    Jiang Mian didn¡¯t take it easy after wrapping up the shoot, and though she didn¡¯t take on new roles, she didn¡¯t miss anymercial endorsement activities.


    The Gingers followed Jiang Mian everywhere she went, and the candid shots of her activities were more numerous than the whole of her previous year.


    [What¡¯s with Jiang Xiaomian, so addicted to work she can¡¯t extricate herself]


    [I checked the schedule, oh my god, it¡¯s really seamless!!]


    [When do this couple meet!! I want to see your lovely dovey moments]


    [Sisters above, you¡¯re going to make meugh to death]


    Not to mention anyone else, even Su Lixing, who hadn¡¯t been out and about for a rare five months, wanted to hang out and have some fun.


    It¡¯s just that her close friend didn¡¯t leave any room in her schedule.


    That day, Su Lixing directly ambushed Jiang Mian in her nanny car, and the two finally sat down to have some time to chat over a meal in a private room.


    "I¡¯m saying, what¡¯s with you recently, arranging so much work for yourself?"


    If Jiang Mian herself didn¡¯t want to, Luo Ting certainly wouldn¡¯t have arranged so much work for her.


    Su Lixing looked at Jiang Mian¡¯s face, which had slimmed down, her oversized leisure sweatshirt hanging loosely on her body, her lightly curled hairzy and casual, exuding a sense of leanness.


    Jiang Mian took a sip of water, casually saying, "I¡¯m short on money."


    ?????


    "You?"


    "Short on money??"


    Su Lixing could hardly believe these words wereing out of Jiang Mian¡¯s mouth.


    She was the daughter of the Lin Group, and her husband was the President; she was short on money??


    If there was anything this youngdy had nevercked since childhood, it was this.


    Jiang Mian served Su Lixing a bowl of soup: "Fu Sichen¡¯s birthday ising up, and I want to buy him something nice."


    Su Lixing fell silent for a moment, it did seem to make sense.


    No wonder this youngdy had been as busy as a bee recently.


    "This year, I want to give him a grand birthday gift."


    To make up for his past regrets.


    Jiang Mian swiftly changed the topic, her gazending on Su Lixing¡¯s slightly noticeable belly: "How¡¯s it going? Is my big nephew behaving well? My brother hasn¡¯t been curious about the baby¡¯s gender?"


    Su Lixing touched her belly with a tender expression: "He said it doesn¡¯t matter either way, so I didn¡¯t tell him."


    Lin Chen might not be curious, but Su Lixing had known for a while that it was a boy in her belly.


    At first, she felt a bit upset for a while, but now she spent her days happily shopping for baby boy things.


    "With the colors of the things you buy every day, my brother could probably guess already. Who knows which girl he¡¯ll sweep off her feet in the future."


    Su Lixing pretended to sigh, "It¡¯s a pity, your house can¡¯t be swept up anymore, we¡¯re rtives now."


    The two chatted amiably, and by the time they parted, Jiang Mian even personally made sure Su Lixing got home safely before she felt at ease to leave.

 Chapter 398: Preparing a Gift for President Fu

    <h4>Chapter 398: Chapter 398: Preparing a Gift for President Fu</h4>


    ---


    Jiang Mian would get incredibly busy, and so would Fu Sichen.


    "Phew, finally I can breathe easy."


    Yangyang let out a long sigh in the nanny car, watching the crossed-off schedules on the tablet screen made her feel much more rxed: "I need a good rest, a holiday!!"


    Luo Ting nced at Yangyang, who was sitting in the backseat, and teased, "Do you dislike work that much?"


    As soon as Yangyang heard that, she sat up straight: "How could that be! Sister Ting, don¡¯t go spreading rumors, I¡¯m just feeling sorry for Sister Mianmian."


    In this period of busyness, Jiang Mian visibly lost weight.


    Even her clothes seemed to flutter weightlessly on her.


    Luo Ting suddenly thought of something: "Did you have a fight with President Fu?"


    Putting such a packed schedule on herself, she hadn¡¯t seen President Fu at all during this time¡ªthese two didn¡¯t seem to know what they were doing with each other.


    Just the other day they were lovey-dovey, and now it feels like they¡¯re a couple on the brink of divorce.


    ???


    Jiang Mian was taken aback by that sudden remark, wondering where it came from.


    "Driver, straight to Fu Group."


    Huh???


    Luo Ting realized she had asked the wrong question when she then heard Jiang Mian¡¯s casual, lighthearted tone with a hint of a smile, "We wouldn¡¯t fight."


    "Then you..."


    "I was preparing a birthday gift for President Fu."


    !!!!!


    Yangyang looked up at Jiang Mian with wide, shining eyes, as if she¡¯d heard something incredible.


    "Don¡¯t leak the news to the super topic earlier; it¡¯s a surprise. Once Fu Sichen¡¯s birthday is over, you can say whatever you want."


    Yangyang covered her mouth and nodded vigorously.


    So the whole inte was wondering why Jiang Xiaomian was working so hard, running business events.


    It turns out it was all for President Fu¡¯s birthday!!!


    Mind blown!!!


    But she had to keep it to herself for now, although she really wanted to tell everyone...


    At this moment, in Fu Group


    Fu Sichen rubbed his temples while looking at the documents in his hands.


    He was about to reach for his coffee cup when he realized it was empty: "Xu Lai."


    Xu Lai hurried in, his state of disarray apparent: "President Fu."


    "I need more coffee, extra strong, the previous wasn¡¯t stimting enough."


    Xu Lai nced at the empty cup, hesitating to speak: "President Fu, it was already extra strong."


    The president had already had several cups in a row; if he kept drinking, even President Fu¡¯s body wouldn¡¯t be able to handle it.


    It waste at night already.


    Xu Lai, for one, hadn¡¯t returned home in two or three days, staying overnight at the office.


    For this project, thepany had been working overnight for who knows how many nights.


    Worried about any incidents, the Fu Family¡¯s medical team was on standby, ready to assist at any moment.


    Even Madam had been out of sight for days.


    Fu Sichen paused for half a second, looked at the empty coffee cup, and spoke with a hoarse voice, "Get a different brand."


    As Xu Lai was about to go out, he saw thedy of the house walking in.


    The savior has arrived, wuwu!!


    Jiang Mian looked at the documents scattered all over the office, as well as the messy desk at the doorway where Xu Lai sat.


    Thinking back to when she first came in, it felt as though the ce had been raided.


    "Madam."


    Xu Lai politely greeted her and conscientiously took President Fu¡¯s coffee cup to leave, closing the door behind him.


    As Fu Sichen heard the noise, he instinctively looked up, their gazes met, and Jiang Mian was genuinely startled.


    "Fu Sichen! What happened to you?"


    It had only been a short while since theyst saw each other, but her man had aged, looking worn down and exploited.


    Even when he exploited himself, Fu Sichen never looked like this!!!


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 Chapter 399: Let’s See If I Can Do It

    <h4>Chapter 399: Chapter 399: Let¡¯s See If I Can Do It</h4>


    Fu Sichen¡¯s eyes swept over Jiang Mian with a hint of heartache in his gaze as he spoke in a deep, slightly irritated voice, "Mrs. Fu, where has the flesh on your body gone?"


    She had been messaging him that she was busy with worktely and might not be able to video chat. He hadn¡¯t expected her to be so thin upon seeing her.


    Fu Sichen stood up and swept Jiang Mian into his arms, cing her on the couch, "Were you off to work or to lose weight?"


    Jiang Mian reached out to touch the slight stubble by Fu Sichen¡¯s lips, her voice light and amused, "And what about you, working or wearing yourself out? With such dark circles under your eyes, does President Fu want me to be a widow at such a young age?"


    As soon as she entered, she smelled the strong scent of coffee that filled the office, deducing that he must have drunk quite a bit. Their appearance all but confirmed they had pulled an all-nighter.


    "What big client has made President Fu so willing to exhaust himself? If you copse, I¡¯ll just have to find another man."


    Fu Sichen¡¯s hand gripped her slender waist, skinny to the point of fragility, a soft smile seeping through his throat, "Mrs. Fu, watch your words. You won¡¯t have the chance..."


    Before he finished speaking, Jiang Mian¡¯s lower body suddenly felt weightless as Fu Sichen hoisted her horizontally into his arms.


    "What are you doing..."


    His voice floated down lightly, "Going home¡ª"


    "To see if I can handle it."


    Xu Lai had just poured some coffee when he came face-to-face with President Fu carrying Mrs. Fu toward the elevator.


    !!!!


    "Let¡¯s put work aside for now, send everyone home to rest this afternoon, paid leave for half a day, and we¡¯ll continue tomorrow."


    !!!!


    Xu Lai watched with suppressed excitement as Fu Sichen and Jiang Mian entered the elevator.


    Then¡ª


    Xu Lai: [President Fu¡¯s decree: everyone can leave work and rest at home, paid leave for half a day!! Continue tomorrow!!]


    Xu Lai¡¯s single message turned the listless group chat lively in an instant.


    [Ahhhh, President Fu is wise!!!]


    [What happened!!! Xu Lai, you must have some inside information]


    Just two days ago, President Fu¡¯s intent was that the project had to be resolved andpleted; everyone had been busy recently.


    The Fu Group building was brightly lit all night long, even experiencing a power outage at one point.


    Xu Lai: [Mrs. Fu has arrived]


    With those four short words, everyone was already clear on the implication.


    [This incredible couple has finally agreed to go home]


    [Thanks to Mrs. Fu for taking President Fu away]


    [President Fu really proved the saying, ¡¯When the wife¡¯s away, thepany is my home¡¯]


    [Mrs. Fu has finally finished her work]


    ...


    Everyone outside knew that Jiang Mian was busy like a frantic warrior these days, but the employees inside Fu¡¯s knew that aside from Mrs. Fu, President Fu was also like a frenzied warrior.


    It was terrifying how possessed this couple seemed.


    When Jiang Mian woke up, the sky was already dark outside; it had been a long time since she had such a restful sleep.


    Yet, she had ruined another piece of clothing...


    She turned to stare at the tranquil sleeping figure beside her.


    Fu Sichen¡¯s eyshes were long, adding a touch of softness.


    Just as Jiang Mian thought to move her legs, she froze.


    Why was this damn man not the slightest bit modest about such matters, clearly a man who had pulled several all-nighters.


    The phone on the bedside vibrated suddenly.


    Jiang Mian sneakily grabbed it and saw the message.


    Pei Jingyue: [Everything you asked for has been arranged, it¡¯s stopped at the port, ced next to yours {photo}]


    Jiang Mian opened the photo Pei Jingyue had sent, liking it more as she looked.


    It was still pink.


    Fu Sichen and pink...


    Such a perfect match!!!

 Chapter 400: I Love My Husband the Most

    <h4>Chapter 400: Chapter 400: I Love My Husband the Most</h4>


    Jiang Mian was still admiring the cruise ship in the photo, feeling extremely happy.


    Her design sense was truly exceptional.


    Her phone vibrated again shortly after.


    Pei Jingyue: "Miss Jiang, you¡¯ve fallen in love."


    At that time, Pei Jingyue had even doubted his own ears when he received this request.


    A cruise ship???


    Thisdy wanted to buy a cruise ship, and even a customized one.


    Back then, Pei Jingyue had tested her: "Miss, do you know how much it costs?"


    This ancestor¡¯s little treasury was all real estate, where would so much liquid cashe from.


    Once those were moved, not to say Sichen, even her uncle and aunt would immediately notice.


    Where would the surprise be then.


    Jiang Mian responded: "I can work hard, and if all else fails, I¡¯ll sell something from my treasure room."


    ???


    Pei Jingyue: "It¡¯s over, aren¡¯t they a married couple, this delight came too quickly."


    Fu Sichen was really the first person who could make Miss Jiang willing to bleed for him.


    Pei Jingyue had doubted her promise to work hard, but thedy actually did all the business shoots and attended various endorsement events day and night.


    The fans online even thought it was some kind of fan-service benefit she was giving.


    Pei Jingyue wished he could say: She¡¯s just doing it for her husband.


    Jiang Mian: "Yes, yes, I love my husband the most."


    Pei Jingyue: "???"


    I choose to lie back on the bed and sleep some more, I must have been half-asleep to read that message.


    Just as Jiang Mian put down her phone, strong warm hands wrapped around her slim waist, Sichen¡¯s voice was deep and slightly groggy, "What are you looking at so early in the morning, you seem so happy."


    "Secret."


    "Hungry?"


    Jiang Mian touched her stomach, and upon mentioning it, she felt a bit hungry indeed.


    A savory smell wafted gently from the kitchen, Jiang Mian was sitting at the dining table, talking about work with Luo Ting.


    Jiang Xiaomian: "I¡¯m pushing off work these few days, I¡¯m busy!"


    Luo Ting: "I know, I know, I haven¡¯t arranged any work for you these days."


    This ancestor was so busy she had be this skinny, I have no heart to send her to work.


    Plus, everyone knew that President Fu¡¯s birthday wasing.


    They shouldn¡¯t disturb this couple¡¯s loving life.


    Sichen served a bowl of steaming noodles, Jiang Mian took a picture and posted it on Weibo¡ª


    Jiang Mian v: "Good evening (made by hubby!) {photo}"


    "Okay, okay, we know you two just made up!!"


    Jiang Mian almost burst outughing when she saw thisment, her fans were saying things out loud, where did they hear that from!!


    The followingments were¡ª


    "Finally, you two in the same frame, those rumors online are nonsense."


    "Damn it, if someone else messes up and says our Chen Mian broke up, I¡¯m losing it."


    "If these two broke up, then I¡¯m fake."


    Amidst the many fans, suddenly a prominent usermented.


    Pei Jingyue v: "Their PDA could suffocate someone, still breaking up, just don¡¯t break the single dogs and we¡¯ll be thankful."


    Pei Jingyue even attached the chat record with Jiang Mian from the morning.


    That line "Yes, yes, I love my husband most" prominently fell into everyone¡¯s eyes.


    Jiang Mian v: "Really a good friend, but not wrong, I do love Fu Sichen."


    Jiang Mian¡¯s straightforward confession stirred up the wholework again.


    Originally, the fans who had been hungry for days suddenly had a feast, it already felt like the New Year in the fan circles.

 Chapter 401: My Skills Are Very Stable

    <h4>Chapter 401: Chapter 401: My Skills Are Very Stable</h4>


    ¡ª


    Jiang Mian had not gone to work for the several days following, staying at home to recuperate. Her vitality had restored significantly.


    The day before Fu Sichen¡¯s birthday, the project he was working on came to an end, and the entire Fu Group took a three-day paid leave topensate their hard work over the period, and the project bonuses were directly handed out to everyone.


    On the day of Fu Sichen¡¯s birthday, Jiang Mian deliberately changed into a silk red dress, the ribbon around her slender, fair neck entuating a charming curve.


    Even Fu Sichen had beenmanded to switch into a formal suit.


    He curved his lips, his voice indulgently helpless as he gazed at the woman before him, "Mrs. Fu, this might be a bit too formal."


    The attire of the both of them resembled that of a couple walking down the aisle.


    Jiang Mian, holding her proud and radiant face, stated, "Today is your birthday, you need to listen to my arrangements."


    No sooner had she spoken than Jiang Mian untied a red ribbon from around her waist, the rose embroidery carrying a subtle fragrance from her body that was particrly pleasant, soaked with a mysterious and alluring air.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s beautiful delicate fingers tied a neat butterfly knot, then she took Fu Sichen¡¯s hand and walked outside.


    She had specifically asked Uncle Wang to drive her white, limited edition sports car out of the garage.


    She would do the driving herself.


    Uncle Wang saw the young coupleing out, his lips curving, especially upon seeing the young master¡¯s expression while barely holding back hisughter, "Young Madam, here are the keys."


    Jiang Mian thanked him and settled Fu Sichen in the passenger seat before taking the driver¡¯s seat herself.


    From the side came a deep maic chuckle, "It¡¯s rare for Mrs. Fu to offer to drive."


    Jiang Mian buckled up her seatbelt, her red lips slightly curved, her eyes gleaming with pride, "My driving is very steady."


    "I know."


    Jiang Mian, !!!


    "I¡¯m the one driving, don¡¯t go driving me crazy."


    No sooner had she spoken than Jiang Mian pressed down on the elerator¡ª


    Boom¡ª


    The car drove off.


    The ribbon on Fu Sichen¡¯s face fluttered in the wind, the solemn ck suit contrasting with the bright red ribbon creating an indescribably restrained allure.


    His lips lightly curved, inhaling the familiar scent at the tip of his nose as the breeze brushed past his ear.


    After a dozen minutes, the car came to a smooth stop.


    Jiang Mian adjusted her messy hair, the wind truly being too strong.


    Fu Sichen¡¯s voice, unhurried, rose, "Is this the harbor?"


    ???


    Jiang Mian¡¯s hand paused while fixing her hair, feeling as though her surprise had been exposed.


    She got out of the car, took Fu Sichen by the hand, then reached out to remove the ribbon from his face.


    Fu Sichen¡¯s deep, dark eyes brightened, somewhat astonished by the sight before him, his emotions incrediblyplex.


    "Do you like it? I designed this myself, then had someone bring this yacht here, and had another person remodel it."


    Jiang Mian loved all sorts of jewelry, while Fu Sichen cherished yachts and airnes, owning several valuable ones.


    However, to support his beloved wife, he hadn¡¯t been collecting these for a long time.


    Fu Sichen met Jiang Mian¡¯s beautiful peach blossom eyes, his thin lips forming a slight curve, "Yes, I really like it."


    Just as Jiang Mian was about to pull Fu Sichen onto the yacht, she was suddenly pulled into his embrace.


    !!!!!!


    The man nted a tender, lingering kiss, and Jiang Mian readily met it.


    "Jiang Mian, I love you too."


    This was a reply to Mrs. Fu¡¯s outspoken confession from the day before.


    And this kiss was his uncontroble affection.


    "We must go inside, it¡¯s much more beautiful inside than out."


    While the outside was buffed to a macho pink, the interior was designed ording to Fu Sichen¡¯s preferences.

 Chapter 402: His Favorite Gift is You

    <h4>Chapter 402: Chapter 402: His Favorite Gift is You</h4>


    Silver metallic lines exuded a sense of modern technology, leading directly to the partially-open end.


    The bright red roses in the vase juxtaposed with modern technology created an indescribable shock.


    Fu Sichen¡¯s gaze quickly got drawn to something hidden behind a ck cloth.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s lips curved slightly, finally seeing thisrge object.


    Fu Sichen stepped forward and lifted the ck cloth, revealing arge puzzle framed behind it.


    The puzzle depicted a photo of him and Jiang Mian embracing under a streetmp.


    Fu Sichen lowered his eyes, his fondness evidently overflowing as their gazes met. Jiang Mian was startled for a second.


    That look¡ª


    Somewhat serious.


    Fu Sichen wouldn¡¯t be taking himself for an idol now, would he?


    She suddenly felt quite unustomed to it.


    Jiang Mian extended her slender, delicate hand, her tone yfully coquettish, "It took me several days. Searching for puzzle pieces made my eyes hurt, and my hands too."


    This framed puzzle consisted of thousands of pieces.


    Before she finished speaking, Fu Sichen hastily stepped forward, held Jiang Mian¡¯s hand gently, massaging it, and dropped a kiss near the corner of her eye.


    "Mrs. Fu, how much more about you do I not know?"


    Jiang Mian wore a proud little smile, "That depends on President Fu¡¯s performance."


    The man¡¯s thin lips slightly curved, a faintugh escaping his throat, deep and enticing.


    Minutester, their positions changed, and Jiang Mian was carried onto the table.


    She hooked her arm around Fu Sichen¡¯s neck, her eyes misty, her voice soft, "Fu Sichen, I¡¯m out of breath!!"


    Jiang Mian was breathing heavily, like a beached mermaid.


    The man¡¯s maicugh sounded, his thin lips curling at the ends, "Looks like Mrs. Fu needs more exercise."


    What the¡ª!


    Looking down on someone¡ª!


    Remembering how Fu Sichen had been exhausted just a few days ago, Jiang Mian knew this man wasn¡¯t made of iron either¡ªif she could just wear him out...


    Without another word, she pulled at the cor of his shirt, drawing him forcefully into her embrace, enunciating each word, "Then let¡¯s take it slow."


    There was plenty of time.


    As the ribbon around her neck slowly slid off, Fu Sichen brushed Jiang Mian¡¯s hair tenderly, his soothing voice tinged with a misty breath, "Mrs. Fu, don¡¯t hold it in."


    "You¡¯re such a devil!!!"


    Damn it!!! Intolerable man!!!


    His thin lips slightly parted, he said methodically, "Just being thoughtful, Mrs. Fu..."


    Jiang Mian almost couldn¡¯t bear it.


    She was clearly on a cruise ship!!! How did it turn into a car ride?


    Ripples spread across the sea, long and lingering...


    *


    When Jiang Mian woke up again, she heard the wind by her ears. Had the cruise ship started moving???


    Just as she tried to sit up, pain shot through her, and she slowly propped herself up.


    Where was Fu Sichen???


    Who was piloting the cruise ship? That wasn¡¯t mentioned in the rules.


    Jiang Mian quickly grabbed her phone to send Pei Jingyue a message.


    Jiang Xiaomian: [Was it your doing that the cruise ship is moving at sea?]


    Pei Jingyue replied instantly¡ª


    Pei Jingyue: [Of course. For President Fu¡¯s birthday, his favorite gift is you. Wishing you a joyful life together]


    Jiang Mian: Talk about friends stabbing you in the back.


    She threw on a coat and went to find Fu Sichen.


    The man was d in a loose white bathrobe, piloting the cruise below, his hair blown messily by the wind, exuding an indescribably youthful charm.


    Jiang Mian couldn¡¯t resist taking out her phone to snap a picture of Fu Sichen from behind, mumbling to herself, "It¡¯s one thing to know how to pilot a cruise ship, but who knew he could be this handsome."


    She stared at the photo for a long time, unable to fully hide the love in her eyes.

 Chapter 403: Nomination

    <h4>Chapter 403: Chapter 403: Nomination</h4>


    Five minutester, everyone on the Chen Mian couple¡¯s fan forum saw the message that the person in question had dropped in.


    Jiang Mian v: "Mmm, my husband is so handsome *drool jpg.* {Photo}"


    The man¡¯s proud and impressive figure couldn¡¯t be hidden in the photo.


    "Aaaaaah, I can¡¯t take it anymore, this man can actually sail a yacht!"


    "Fun fact, President Fu can also pilot a ne."


    "I want to soul-swap with Jiang Xiaomian every day, I¡¯m such a fickle woman."


    "Jiang Xiaomian has really mastered the art of unting her love."


    ...


    The two of them yed on the yacht for a whole day and didn¡¯t return until the next day.


    After celebrating Fu Sichen¡¯s birthday, Jiang Mian wasn¡¯t as busy as before, but with the movie¡¯s uing release, besides the overseas announcements and promotions, most domestic activities involved Jiang Mian¡¯s participation.


    asionally, she also needed to make appearances for other TV dramas she was in to promote with the crew.


    The overseas movie "CRIME" (Sin) was released worldwide, and with her solid acting skills and outstanding looks, Jiang Mian quickly captured the overseas market.


    The domestic box office broke new records, and internationally, the sales started high and went crazy, as expected.


    Without any surprises, this movie Jiang Mian starred in was another grand m.


    Luo Ting watched the foreignmentaries online with a smile so wide her mouth couldn¡¯t close.


    She felt like watching her own daughter grow up sessfully.


    Suddenly, she thought of something, "No, no, I need to sign up for a ss."


    Jiang Mian herself was still immersed in the nervousness of the uing international film festival in the near future.


    This time she was nominated straight for Movie Queen from the best actress category, instantly bing a hot favorite for the crown amongizens.


    Just a few years into her career, Jiang Mian¡¯s growth was visibly rapid.


    If she could win, she would be the youngest Movie Queen in history, her status in the entertainment circle could be recorded as legendary.


    Jiang Mian originally wasn¡¯t particrly nervous, but surrounded by the atmosphere and the wholework¡¯s attention, she inexplicably also became a bit anxious.


    What if she doesn¡¯t win?


    They¡¯ve hyped her up too much, haven¡¯t they?


    And there¡¯s all the various preparations by the studio, busying themselves.


    "Hey, miss, what are you daydreaming about? Do you think I should sign up for a ss?"


    Jiang Mian pulled her thoughts back to look at the cheerful Sister Ting, "What ss?"


    Luo Ting shined her phone in Jiang Mian¡¯s face, "An IELTS or TOEFL preparatory ss."


    Jiang Mian: "..."


    It¡¯s this kind of weird atmosphere everyone is in.


    She picked up her bag and walked outside.


    "Hey, where are you going? Weren¡¯t we going to have dinner togetherter?"


    "No, I¡¯m afraid I won¡¯t be able to eat."


    Away from thisnd of trouble, if she were to go to dinner too, Jiang Mian¡¯s heart wouldn¡¯t calm down.


    She returned home and for a moment couldn¡¯t find anyone to apany her.


    These past few days, her bestie had been taken out by her big brother for pregnancy care, and it was as if she had lost contact with the world.


    Pei Jingyue was who-knows-where on some deserted ind.


    Sister Qianning was in herte pregnancy; Jiang Mian didn¡¯t dare to bother her easily. Yu Xinting and Jiang Zhiyu were off honeymooning in who-knows-what country.


    Even Fu Sichen was mysteriously busytely, leaving early and returningte.


    Why is she so miserable!!


    Her phone suddenly vibrated.


    !!!!!!


    Someone remembered her.


    Susu Big Baby: "Your big brother has agreed to let me go out and y with you for a few days, Jiang Xiaomian. Are you up for it?"


    Su Lixing was in the mostfortable months of her pregnancy, with no morning sickness, eating deliciously, and she was so restless at home that Lin Chen simply took her out for a trip.


    Without hesitation, Jiang Mian replied, "Let¡¯s go!"


    The two women went from discussing where to go for fun to talking about Fu Sichen¡ª

 Chapter 404: Eve

    <h4>Chapter 404: Chapter 404: Eve</h4>


    Jiang Xiaomian: "I feel like something¡¯s been off with Fu Sichentely, like he¡¯s getting tired of me."


    Previously, Jiang Mian hade across expert analyses on this subject, saying that if a couple is too affectionate, the man might get sick of it eventually.


    Susu Big Baby: "Cut it out, there¡¯s nothing off between you two."


    Susu Big Baby: "You¡¯re just bored."


    Susu Big Baby: "So it¡¯s really necessary for you to go out with me to clear your mind."


    Jiang Mian: "???"


    It sounded weird hearing these words.


    When had Su Lixing started contradicting her three times for every one thing she said, constantly defending Fu Sichen?


    Jiang Xiaomian: "What benefits did you receive from Fu Sichen to be so biased?"


    Susu Big Baby: "We¡¯re all family here, there¡¯s no bias."


    Susu Big Baby: "I¡¯ll decide on the time, I¡¯ve looked at ces already, Pei Jingyue rmended them, let¡¯s go and see."


    Though Jiang Mian couldn¡¯t pinpoint what felt weird, she agreed nheless.


    The following days were business as usual until, five dayster, the moment Jiang Mian stepped onto the private ne...


    Weren¡¯t just the two of them supposed to be going out? Where did all these people on the private nee from?


    One by one, a team dressed in ck lined up orderly, and Jiang Mian even spotted the Fu Family¡¯s royal stylist team.


    She pulled Su Lixing aside abruptly, "What¡¯s going on, do we need to be dressed up like this just to visit Pei Jingyue¡¯s ind?"


    This spectacle looked less like a casual outing and more like an emperor traveling incognito.


    Su Lixing dragged Jiang Mian to a makeup table, "Ah, Pei Jingyue emphasized repeatedly, saying this ind is different, there are people living there, and the people on the ind are very refined, dressing up beautifully every day."


    Jiang Mian furrowed her brows, what kind of ind was this? She¡¯d never heard of it before.


    It sounded more like a made-up story.


    "Pei Jingyue said the first time he visited, he was almost chased away, so this time he insisted that we attend formally, the more beautiful we are, the more it shows respect to them."


    Su Lixing¡¯s final words somewhat convinced Jiang Mian.


    Cultural differences might just manifest this way.


    Without much thought, she let the makeup and styling team apply a full set of makeup while she sat.


    An hourter, Jiang Mian donned a white satin gown that flowed from the strapless top to the hem, devoid of excess decoration but exuding azy luxurious beauty.


    Su Lixing pulled out a box of pearl nes from somewhere. After putting on the whole set, Jiang Mian stood there like a stunning vista, irresistibly capturing everyone¡¯s gaze.


    "Wow!! So beautiful!!"


    Underneath her lightly curled hair, Jiang Mian admired her slightly upturned red lips.


    She was indeed looking beautiful.


    Her gaze shifted to Su Lixing beside her, "You¡¯re dressed like this??"


    Light makeup, wasn¡¯t this supposed to be a grand attendance?!


    In the end, she turned out to be the most borately dressed one here, more so than any red-carpet event she¡¯d attended.


    She was curious to see how well-dressed the people on this ind could be.


    Su Lixing pointed to her own belly, "Pregnant women have privileges."


    Fine then.


    Jiang Mian couldn¡¯t find the words to argue.


    Gazing through the ne window, Jiang Mian looked out with a bewildered expression.


    What kind of Immortal Realm was this?!


    Red and blue roses blossomed in alternation, filling her sight with a sea of flowers.


    She could faintly make out the bustling crowd moving about.


    In the middle of the flower sea, a white piano nestled among them.


    Before she could snap back to reality, the ne was already smoothlynding, and after it stabilized, the cabin door opened.

 Chapter 405: She is Heading to Her Own Deep Sea

    <h4>Chapter 405: Chapter 405: She is Heading to Her Own Deep Sea</h4>


    Jiang Mian was just about to support the pregnant woman beside her, but she was directly refused.


    "Mianmian, you go ahead."


    Huh???


    Jiang Mian had just reached out when Su Lixing suddenly interrupted.


    "I¡¯m a bit inconvenienced, going to the restroom."


    Jiang Mian¡¯s brows involuntarily furrowed slightly, her close friend seemed unusually nervous today.


    "It¡¯s okay, I¡¯ll wait here for you, no rush."


    "Oh, just because you¡¯re not in a hurry doesn¡¯t mean others aren¡¯t, you go ahead, we can¡¯t be rude, Young Master Pei was urging just now."


    Su Lixing pushed Jiang Mian to go ahead first, she would follow shortly.


    "Then send me a message once you¡¯re done."


    Even though Su Lixing would have someone apanying her, Jiang Mian was still somewhat worried.


    "Don¡¯t worry, don¡¯t worry, I¡¯m a grown-up, and there are so many people here."


    Jiang Mian skeptically grasped her dress hem and walked down from the cabin.


    From a distance, a long red carpet stretched out to the endless horizon.


    Alongside, neat rows of blue roses nked both sides of the red carpet.


    Where was Pei Jingyue?


    Why is there a red carpet? Was it prepared for a simted film festival ceremony?


    In the distance, fireworks blossomed, dazzling and beautiful.


    Jiang Mian held her dress hem and stepped onto the red carpet, the lights growing brighter as she vaguely heard a few familiar voices.


    Around the corner, Jiang Mian saw several blurry figures gradually approaching.


    As the lights fell, she clearly saw the approaching people.


    Pei Jingyue and Su Yuchuan, both in tailored high-end suits, looked more formal than usual.


    Each of them was holding a bouquet of roses.


    "Look at Young Master Pei, all dressed up today."


    Pei Jingyue: "..."


    Nothing nice to say as soon as she opened her mouth.


    He haughtily turned his face away, handing the roses to Jiang Mian: "When am I not well-dressed? I¡¯m just too kindhearted..."


    As the two were about to start chatting, Su Yuchuan quickly handed his roses to Jiang Mian: "Jiang Xiaomian, take these, keep walking."


    He then consoled Pei Jingyue next to him: "Get your grievances addressed by your husband."


    "That makes sense."


    Pei Jingyue nodded repeatedly: "Her husband is definitely easy to talk to today."


    Jiang Mian: "What are you two talking about with all this nonsense?"


    When she saw Su Yuchuan, she thought he was just bored and came to join in the fun, but she also heard about Fu Sichen.


    Pei Jingyue continued escorting Jiang Mian inside: "Hurry in, there¡¯s an even bigger surprise inside."


    Jiang Mian¡¯s brows furrowed tighter, and a daring thought suddenly surged in her heart.


    She hadn¡¯t walked far when two more familiar figures approached.


    Lu Yunzhou was supporting Wen Qianning, whose belly was notably showing, and her face bore a smile of joy mixed with gentleness.


    "Sister Qianning, why are you..."


    Before Jiang Mian could finish, her spective thoughts had already been confirmed in her mind.


    "Thank you, Sister Qianning, Teacher Lu, I¡¯ll go inside first."


    She grasped her dress hem and hastened her steps, gradually breaking into a run.


    Along the way, she also encountered Yu Xinting, Jiang Zhiyu, and other friends.


    The bouquet of roses in Jiang Mian¡¯s arms grewrger as she went further inside, her heart racing, eager to see that figure.


    The girl¡¯s white dress fluttered in the wind, her slightly curled hair brushed across her face, surrounded by the faint scent of roses.


    She was rushing toward her own deep sea.

 Chapter 406: Will You Marry Me?

    <h4>Chapter 406: Chapter 406: Will You Marry Me?</h4>


    Jiang Mian stopped before a grand archway of flowers, at the center of the curved stage was a cluster of red roses that surrounded a circr tform, in the middle stood a white piano.


    And Fu Sichen sat before the piano, d in a white suit, the sapphire brooch on his chest highlighting his noble elegance.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s beautiful peach-blossom eyes began to mist over, and other than the echoing of the ocean waves, it seemed as if they only had eyes for each other.


    After a long gaze, the piano music started to y slowly.


    The moment the prelude began, Jiang Mian¡¯s tearful eyes immediately moistened.


    A while back, Sister Ting mentioned that a producer wanted to discuss a movie shoot in the future and had brought over a demo of the theme song, asking Jiang Mian if she liked it and if there was anything she wanted to change.


    From the beginning, Jiang Mian was captivated by the prelude and voluntarily made a few changes herself.


    She had not heard theplete piece after that.


    It was probably because the producer was nning to release it during the movie production, so she didn¡¯t think much of it.


    But she never expected to hear it here...


    The piano music was melodious, at times contemtive and tranquil, at timesnguidly entwined, telling an endless tale that drew one in.


    Jiang Mian held the roses in her arms, her tears streaming down.


    The man in her eyes was elegant and noble, and at this moment, he unceasingly conveyed his deep love for her.


    It felt like this moment belonged only to the two of them.


    The piano¡¯s tune slowly moved towards the end, the final notes softly fading away as Fu Sichen looked up at Jiang Mian.


    He stood and walked towards Jiang Mian, holding a white crown veil in his hand.


    Fu Sichen gently fastened the veil on Jiang Mian¡¯s head and tenderly wiped away her tears, "I have finally waited for you."


    The man¡¯s deep and maic voice was especially moving and pleasant in the quiet of the night.


    He held Jiang Mian¡¯s hand and took a step back, kneeling on one knee, pulling out a beautiful gift box from his embrace and opening it to reveal a sparkling diamond.


    Jiang Mian recognized at first nce that the diamond was valuable, the smaller stones surrounding the centerpiece diamond created a breathtaking effect of blooming beauty, much like the scenes she had passed through today.


    Suddenly, the backdrop shot up with the image of deep sea waves, and under the gentle breeze, the sound of ocean waves near Jiang Mian grew even clearer.


    The man¡¯s voice was tender yet earnest, his deep ck eyes filled entirely with the woman in front of him, "Thank you for willing to bring your brilliance to light up my life, Xuanxuan, will you marry me?"


    Jiang Mian felt surprised, she thought today was a wedding, but then couldn¡¯t understand why there would be a wedding at night.


    She hadn¡¯t expected Fu Sichen had organized such a grand marriage proposal for her, it seemed the whole world knew, except for her.


    This was a proposal that had been nned for a long time.


    Trembling, Jiang Mian reached her hand out, "Of course, I will."


    Apuse erupted from the crowd, "Yes!!"


    The lights suddenly brightened behind her, casting their rays straight onto the deep sea waves, refracting shimmering, glittering ripples that looked exceptionally beautiful.


    Just like the sun will light up the deep sea, I will embrace you.


    Fu Sichen rose and engulfed Jiang Mian tightly into his embrace.


    After a while, he bent down and ced a tender kiss on Jiang Mian¡¯s red lips.


    The surrounding noise was deafening, with the sound of champagne celebrations and lively conversations.


    But all they could hear was each other¡¯s heartbeat.


    "Miss Jiang, thank you for being willing to love me."


    Jiang Mian smiled in Fu Sichen¡¯s embrace, "And thank you, for being willing to wait for me, and for always loving me."

 Chapter 407: You’re Getting Married Today!

    <h4>Chapter 407: Chapter 407: You¡¯re Getting Married Today!</h4>


    ¡ª


    The next day.


    Jiang Mian was awakened by the sound of voices, still groggy, she could hear Ms. Jiang¡¯s voice.


    She must not have fully woken up yet, as she could still hear her mother¡¯s voice.


    It was so surreal.


    But why was the voice so clear? And¡ª


    "Jiang Mian, it¡¯s sote and you¡¯re still asleep. Get up, do your makeup and get styled. The bridal party will be here soon."


    What wedding??


    Jiang Mian was ready to turn over and continue sleeping when a strong hand pulled her up.


    She reluctantly turned on and struggled to open her eyes.


    Jiang Mian¡¯s head was still dizzy, and the room felt crowded with people.


    This wasn¡¯t where she and Fu Sichen slept, how could there be so many people...


    "Jiang Xiaomian, you¡¯re getting married today!!!"


    What??


    Married?!!!


    Jiang Mian suddenly became much more alert, her eyes wide open, only to meet several pairs of eyes staring at her.


    Her own mother was sitting at the head of the bed, and Su Lixing was also there, her slightly pregnant belly visible.


    At the door stood Sister Ting and Yangyang, with a dense, well-dressed styling team behind them.


    "What are you all doing so early in the morning..."


    Jiang Mian muttered a few words. Fu Sichen treated her very "kindly"st night and did not make it veryte, but she inevitably still wanted some rest.


    "What wedding are you talking about, don¡¯t mess around, I¡¯m already married. Let me sleep a bit more, you guys go out and have fun."


    She was about to lie down again when Jiang Yutian pulled her up: "Today you are the bride, hurry and get your makeup and styling done, Xiao Chen will be here to fetch the bride soon."


    Fetch the bride??


    Me? The bride?


    Jiang Mian nced at Su Lixing who nodded.


    Then she looked towards Sister Ting at the door, Luo Ting was also full of smiles, and when she saw Yangyang, she knew the news was true.


    This child¡¯s mouth was so wide with a smile that it couldn¡¯t close.


    No wonder Fu Sichen didn¡¯t torment her muchst night and after they bathed, he even tidied up the room and fetched a brand-new nightgown for her.


    Turns out this darn man had everything prepared and still kept it so tight.


    Five minutester, only Su Lixing and Jiang Mian were left in the room.


    Jiang Mian, in front of the mirror washing up, mumbled unclearly with toothpaste in her mouth: "Ohe on, keeping it all from me, what if my skin condition wasn¡¯t good during this time? How would I wear a wedding dress."


    Being a bride waspletely unprepared.


    A proposal yesterday, a wedding today, Fu Sichen¡¯s surprises were apanied by shocks one after another.


    Su Lixing, holding her belly,ughed: "That¡¯s impossible, the manicure on the ne yesterday, haven¡¯t you noticed you¡¯ve been taking a lot of beauty treatmentstely?"


    Hearing Su Lixing say this, Jiang Mian seemed to recall that recently, under the pretext of attending various events, Luo Ting firmly dragged her to several sessions of massages, beauty and skincare treatments, not sparing any part of her body.


    "So what I¡¯m saying is, President Fu¡¯s preparations were long-nned. He¡¯s definitely going to make you a stunning bride."


    The more she spoke, the more excited Su Lixing got, and she even mentioned: "If your brother wasn¡¯t this romantic, I wouldn¡¯t even want to have a wedding."


    Jiang Mian washed her face. "Okay, calm down. You¡¯re pregnant, watch your emotions."


    When Jiang Mian came out, another wave of eyes looked over.


    This scene...


    Even Jiang Mian, who had seen big events, was a bit overwhelmed.


    She also saw some elders of the Lin Family there and politely greeted them before Su Lixing pulled her to get styled.

 Chapter 408: Mrs. Fu, I’m Here to Take You Home

    <h4>Chapter 408: Chapter 408: Mrs. Fu, I¡¯m Here to Take You Home</h4>


    Jiang Mian was getting her makeup done when she saw Su Lixinge out in a new dress and almost got scared.


    She immediately asked the makeup artist to stop, "My ancestor, are you going to be a bridesmaid?"


    Fu Sichen had not informed her about the wedding preparations, and with Su Lixing being pregnant, she knew nothing.


    Jiang Mian had already assumed there would be no bridesmaids at this wedding.


    But when Su Lixing appeared in that outfit, Jiang Mian almost got scared again.


    Su Lixing turned around, "Does it look good? Don¡¯t worry, the best man is your elder brother; he knows."


    If being pregnant meant she couldn¡¯t be Jiang Mian¡¯s bridesmaid, this child born would owe his godmother (aunt) an apology.


    "Ah, continue with the makeup, the bridesmaid was already agreed upon, and there¡¯s nothing for me today, just trying on for fun."


    Seeing Su Lixing talk like this, Jiang Mian didn¡¯t say much, guessing her elder brother must have agreed too.


    Otherwise, where would such a fitting bridesmaid dresse from?


    She still hadn¡¯t seen the main wedding dress and didn¡¯t know what Fu Sichen had prepared, but ording to Su Lixing, that main dress must be the most beautiful in the world.


    The stylist adjusted her into the Phoenix Crown and Cape, a deep red traditional dress with golden threads woven through it, the full rhinestone fringe making it hard to look away, disying an elegance and grandeur on Jiang Mian.


    Even the stylistmented that it was rare to see someone emanate such a bright and noble aura.


    The headpiece pressed down on Jiang Mian¡¯s head, feeling a bit heavy. She looked at herself in the mirror, wearing the Xiuhe Dress, not expecting Fu Sichen to have chosen something so beautiful.


    Soon, there was a knock at the door.


    Su Lixing excitedly went forward and grabbed the doorknob, "Red envelope."


    Lin Chen, outside, stuffed the red envelopes in, "Su Lixing, take this, then step back and stand nicely."


    Jiang Mian watched as the red envelopes were slid under the door.


    The staff next to her helped pick up the red envelopes and handed them to Su Lixing.


    "Alright, alright, step back."


    Jiang Mian was also a bit worried; if the door suddenly opened, Su Lixing might get hurt.


    Su Lixing suddenly held the heavy red envelopes, not knowing how to open her mouth.


    Pointless.


    Lin Chen didn¡¯t cooperate at all.


    Seeing Su Lixing move next to Jiang Mian, Jiang Mian shouted to the outside, "Alright,e in."


    The door opened.


    Many people stood outside, including a photographer with a camera.


    The moment Fu Sichen and Jiang Mian¡¯s eyes met, both their hearts skipped a beat.


    So handsome! / So beautiful!


    Lin Chen came in and pulled Su Lixing next to him, "Enough ying, stay by my sideter and don¡¯t wander off."


    Su Lixing pouted, "Are you worried about me, or the baby boy in my belly?"


    "Of course I¡¯m worried about my wife, whatever is in the belly."


    The baby inside, Lin Zirui: I am your son!!! What am I?! Are you really my dad?


    He kicked Su Lixing¡¯s belly.


    Su Lixing suddenly bent over, "Your son kicked me, see? He heard what you said."


    Lin Chen gently patted Su Lixing¡¯s belly, "Behave, or your butt is in trouble when youe out."


    Lin Zirui: "..."


    I choose to sleep.


    Meanwhile, Fu Sichen stepped forward and took Jiang Mian¡¯s hand, his lips slightly curved, eyes full of tenderness, "Mrs. Fu, I¡¯vee to take you home."


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