Xin Ying asked, "Do you mind if I sent it without telling you?"
Lin Leyao asked, puzzled, "No, why would you think that?"
On the other end of the microphone, Xin Ying didn't answer Lin Leyao's question, but instead muttered to herself, "I should have sent it earlier."
Lin Leyao was completely confused, not understanding what Xin Ying meant.
Suddenly remembering something, Lin Leyao said, "I've already bought your gift, it should arrive in the next couple of days, remember to check it."
Xin Ying replied, "Okay."
Xiaomi knocked on the door to wake Lin Leyao up for filming, but the two didn't continue their conversation.
Lin Leyao was washing up in the bathroom, while Xiao Mi was outside packing up the items she would need for filming today. She seemed to be in a good mood, humming a cheerful tune as she packed.
Lin Leyao couldn't help but laugh and asked, "You were so listless last night, how come you're in such a good mood after just one night?"
Xiaomi ran to the bathroom door and asked, "Sister Leyao, didn't you know?"
"Know what?"
"Miss Xin has made an official announcement!"
Lin Leyao paused, her hand still applying skincare products, filled with confusion. How did Xiaomi know about Xin Ying's post on WeChat Moments?
Lin Leyao's doubts were resolved by Xiaomi's words in the next second.
Seeing Lin Leyao's blank expression, Xiaomi immediately said, "Last night, Miss Xin and Huanning Group jointly announced on Weibo that she is married!"
In the film crew's dressing room, Lin Leyao had been looking at Weibo for a long time.
She didn't expect Xin Ying to post it not only on WeChat Moments but also on Weibo.
Lin Leyao touched a small bulge hidden under her clothes on her chest; the cold metal had been warmed by her body heat. Although small in size, it was always there to show its presence.
Su Wenyu, who was standing next to her, had already finished her hair and makeup. She stood up and prepared to leave first, saying to everyone, "I'm going to the film set first."
Lin Leyao looked at her phone, hummed in agreement, and said, "Bye."
Su Wenyu, who had just reached the door, stopped in her tracks.
Ever since Lin Leyao got angry with her, the two haven't spoken to each other except when filming. Today is the first time Lin Leyao has responded.
Su Wenyu turned around and saw Lin Leyao smiling broadly as she looked down at her phone.
She seems to be really happy today.
Su Wenyu withdrew her gaze and left.
In the afternoon, Liu Fang came to visit the set.
Lin Leyao was very surprised to see her.
Unlike his previous appearance in a suit and tie, Liu Fang wore a black hoodie, a gray-green vest, matching cargo pants, and black ankle boots this time.
She was about the same height as Xin Ying, with short, choppy hair, a high nose bridge, and strong facial features. Without close observation, it was easy to mistake her for a handsome young man.
When Liu Fang appeared, the director came over to greet him, asking, "Mr. Liu, what brings you here?"
Liu Fang said with a smile, "I'm here to visit Miss Lin on set today. Last time, I didn't even get a chance to properly explore the film studio after dinner before my company called me away. I'll take this opportunity to explore the film studio properly these next couple of days."
"Oh, okay. Then Le Yao, you have time to accompany President Liu around the town."
Lin Leyao nodded, and the director left quickly.
Liu Fang chatted with Lin Leyao for a few minutes with a smile, and Lin Leyao patiently talked to her, but she was very puzzled.
Although he claimed to be Liu Fang's sister's savior and the two had added each other on WeChat after their last meeting, they had never chatted privately.
Liu Fang said he was visiting me on set today, but he didn't tell me beforehand.
Liu Fang said with a smile, "Miss Lin, after filming is over, would you please show me around?"
Lin Leyao nodded: "Okay. But I still have a few scenes to film, so I might have to trouble you to wait a little longer."
Liu Fang replied, "It's alright, I'll wait here."
Lin Leyao nodded and didn't continue.
The two were not close, and they didn't talk much for the rest of the time.
As the investor and big boss of the production team, Liu Fang was initially treated with great respect by the staff, who kept their distance. However, Liu Fang seemed to have a natural affinity for people, always wearing a smile on her face, and speaking in a cheerful manner, she could quickly strike up a conversation with others.
In no time, many crew members came over to greet her.
While Lin Leyao was filming her next few scenes, Liu Fang was also busy.
She treated the entire crew to milk tea one minute, and oden the next. Before long, she had won over the hearts of everyone on set.
After filming her last scene, Lin Leyao returned to the set's dressing room to remove her hair.
Liu Fang followed as well.
In the dressing room, Liu Fang took a cup of milk tea out of her bag and placed it in front of Lin Leyao, saying, "I specially saved this for you. It's very generous with the ingredients. Drink something sweet and hot to warm up in the dead of winter."
Lin Leyao took it, her eyes crinkling with a smile, and said, "Thank you."
Liu Fang bent down and was stunned when she saw Lin Leyao's smile, but she quickly smiled back.
She took another cup out of her bag and handed it to Xiaomi: "Little sister, I've given you more toppings than others."
Xiaomi grinned and happily accepted the milk tea: "Thank you, President Liu."
Liu Fang also gave a cup to the makeup artist.
Behind them, Liu Fang sat in the dressing room, chatting idly with Lin Leyao.
Xiaomi sat on a small stool in the corner, sipping her milk tea while editing a WeChat message.
[Sister Anqing, someone came to visit Sister Leyao on set today.]
Half an hour later, Kong Anqing replied to the message.
Kong Anqing sent over a WeChat contact card, along with the message: "[This is President Xin's WeChat. From now on, you should speak with Ms. Xin directly.]"
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Author's Note:
Thank you to all the little angels who voted for me or watered my plants with nutrient solution between 00:00:00 on March 1, 2022 and 03:19:14 on March 2, 2022!
Thank you to the little angel who threw the grenade: 55157345 (1 grenade);
Thank you to the little angel who watered the nutrient solution: Xuan (10 bottles);
Thank you so much for your support! I will continue to work hard!
Chapter 42
Lin Leyao only removed her hair, without removing her makeup, and then took Liu Fang to stroll around some famous attractions in the film and television city.
It's midday now, and besides some film crews shooting movies, there are also quite a few tourists dressed in Hanfu taking photos at these scenic spots.
Wearing a mask, Lin Leyao led Liu Fang through familiar alleyways, introducing the nearby attractions to her.
Today is a rare sunny day since the beginning of winter.
The sun was shining brightly, and the sky was a clear blue.
The golden sunlight shone on the vermilion palace walls beside it, giving people a feeling of being in real ancient life.
Liu Fang and Lin Leyao walked side by side. Lin Leyao was wearing a mask. She turned her head and spoke to Liu Fang.
Liu Fang was caught off guard and met Lin Leyao's gaze. Her bright, narrow eyes shone even more brightly in the sunlight.
Liu Fang's eyes glazed over slightly as he heard someone speaking beside him.
"President Liu?"
Lin Leyao stared intently at Liu Fang, her eyes filled with doubt.
Liu Fang quickly recovered and said, "Sorry, I was a little distracted just now. Please don't call me President Liu anymore, just call me Liu Fang."
Lin Leyao nodded, but instead of calling Liu Fang by her full name, she addressed her as "Miss Liu".
Hearing this unfamiliar address, Liu Fang smiled helplessly and didn't suggest that Lin Leyao change her address.
Lin Leyao repeated the question that Liu Fang hadn't heard: "Miss Liu, would you like to take a picture here? This is the most famous attraction in the film studio."
Liu Fang had absolutely no interest in taking photos, but looking at Lin Leyao who made the suggestion, she nodded and said, "Okay. Leyao, thank you for your help."
Lin Leyao smiled and replied, "You're welcome."
Liu Fang handed her phone to Lin Leyao, who took several pictures of Liu Fang from a distance.
After taking the photos, Lin Leyao handed the phone back to Liu Fang, but Liu Fang did not take it immediately.
Liu Fang leaned closer and examined the photos they had just taken with Lin Leyao.
The two people were extremely close, almost touching heads, and could meet each other with just a glance.
Lin Leyao took Liu Fang out to visit the film studio, and Xiao Mi didn't go back to the hotel alone but followed along. However, in order not to disturb the two of them, she stayed at a distance.
From her perspective, Lin Leyao and Liu Fang's backs looked like a very close couple.
Xiaomi looked at the WeChat account she had just added on her phone screen, and her hesitant gaze instantly hardened.
Xiaomi called out, "Sister Le Yao! President Liu!"
The two people, who were originally close, suddenly became separated, and both turned around to look at Xiaomi.
Xiaomi grinned and asked, "Sister Leyao, President Liu, would you like to take a group photo together? I'll take it for you!"
Liu Fang's previously displeased expression softened, and she looked at Lin Leyao and suggested, "How about we take a picture?"
Lin Leyao didn't refuse: "Okay."
Two people stood at the palace gate, with Xiaomi standing not far away holding her phone.
Lin Leyao and Liu Fang stood side by side. Suddenly, Liu Fang leaned closer to Lin Leyao and was touched on her left shoulder.
Lin Leyao reflexively looked towards Liu Fang on her right, her face full of surprise.
Xiaomi, who was taking pictures from a distance, trembled slightly when she saw Liu Fang hugging Lin Leyao.