It seemed that her words had reached the two children after all.
Old Master Shen sat upright to one side but quietly leaned in to listen.
These two were finally making progress!
They were both quite elated.
What else could Qiao Xi say? Of course, she acknowledged, "I went to South City for a commercial shoot, and it just so happened that Shen Dang was on a business trip there too."
They were there for business, not for anything else!
But Ran Jing obviously didn’t understand, and she felt relieved, "That’s great, you two should really foster your relationship."
"Give me the phone." Old Master Shen, being eager, reached out his hand, and Qiao Xi heard the old man’s deep voice come through, "Xixi, you should act with the authority of Mrs. Shen, you know? Grandpa will always be on your side!"
Qiao Xi felt a warmth around her eyes.
Her closest kin had never said such things to her, yet the old master firmly stood by her side.
If only she and Shen Dang weren’t in a marriage of convenience...
Unfortunately, there were no ifs, and Qiao Xi quickly snuffed out that thought; she wouldn’t dwell on such illusory things.
Since nothing was clear now, Qiao Xi obediently responded and ended the call after speaking briefly with the old master.
Old Master Shen joyfully patting the coffee table, "It looks like I’m not far from holding my great-grandson!"
Ran Jing patting her thigh, "It looks like I’m not far from holding my grandson either!"
Is it really that simple?
Aren’t you all thinking too far ahead?
But Shen Hongxuan couldn’t dampen their enthusiasm.
Qiao Xi sighed softly, she deceived the old man, feeling a bit guilty inside.
Qiao Xi planned to stay home and read the script, but today was destined to be restless.
Wang Li, sensing the scent of gossip, called her.
"Miss, what’s with that statement on your Weibo? How did you get involved with IDC’s Boss Shen? You two..."
Qiao Xi interrupted Wang Li’s speculations, "There’s nothing between us!" Tʜe sourcᴇ of thɪs content ɪs NovᴇlFir(e).nᴇt
Wang Li was very skeptical, "Then why did you clarify for him? It’s as if you want to stir up more hatred with Jian Yi, right?"
Qiao Xi felt bitter inside; she didn’t want this, but it was because she and Shen Dang were in such a complicated situation now.
Qiao Xi explained patiently, "I owe President Shen a favor, from when I called you that evening, went to meet Director Tang and others, and happened to see Jian Yi trying to frame President Shen, I just happened to help."
Wang Li was speechless, "This ’helping hand’ you gave almost brought disaster upon yourself."
Yes, blame Shen Dang indeed.
Qiao Xi inwardly agreed but maintained a calm and elegant demeanor, "Sister, believe me, there’s really nothing between Boss Shen and me."
After a few seconds of silence, Wang Li suddenly changed the subject, "Baby, I wish there was something between you two, with President Shen’s status, and by the way, I’ve heard quite a few bits of news, he seems to want to acquire GK."
Qiao Xi laughed lazily, "Sister Li, what now, do you want someone to pull some strings on me?"
"You and Boss Shen have some connections, right? If he really acquires GK, wouldn’t you still have resources? This favor, it’s about mutual debts."
Wang Li only had Qiao Xi in her hands, but resources allocated by the company were limited, and she didn’t really have top resources.
Just like the previous cosmetics and fashion endorsements, they came because they discovered Qiao Xi, so they approached her directly.
Qiao Xi never thought Shen Dang could help her acquire resources, "Imagination is beautiful. If I owed President Shen another favor, like today, wouldn’t I be the one in trouble, while his reputation remains unscathed?"
"The evils of capitalism!" Wang Li commented before getting back to business, "Right, I’ve been informed about the production ceremony for ’Blossoms Old Dreams’ which is set for next week, get ready to go to Jiang City."
Qiao Xi was the lead actress, but an important supporting role hadn’t been confirmed yet, hence the filming schedule wasn’t finalized.
Hearing this, Qiao Xi perked up, "Who’s that important supporting actor?"
Wang Li’s tone was somewhat enigmatic, "Ning Xuexi."
Suddenly, Qiao Xi ran out of things to say.
She did not get along with Ning Xuexi, and their fans had openly clashed, to put it mildly, Qiao Xi was resented by the other party.
All because a year ago at a film festival’s red carpet event, both of them coincidentally chose evening gowns that were very similar in color and style.
Qiao Xi, being recognized as the pinnacle of beauty, naturally no one could compare, and once the official photos came out, they inevitably were compared by netizens.
Ning Xuexi, with neither the looks nor the figure to match Qiao Xi, had been ridiculed by netizens for a long time, hence she started bearing a grudge, frequently blackening Qiao Xi via paid announcements.
Ah, the beauty of a fairy is always more likely to incite jealousy.
An enemy encountered by chance.
Qiao Xi curved her eyes, "That’s nice."
Wang Li knew then she needn’t worry, and laughed, "Just remember, you’re the lead actress, no need to be afraid. Oh, how was your chat with Director Tang that night?"
Qiao Xi sighed, "We hardly exchanged a few words, I’m not quite there yet, it was just to familiarize my face."
Also because of that dog Shen Dang, Director Tang took an extra look at her, as if suggesting they had some secrets.
Wang Li knew the capabilities of her own artist, now she just lacked an opportunity to break out.
Although Qiao Xi was popular and had played several leading roles, she hadn’t had a defining role yet.
Qiao Xi touched her delicate, smooth face, "Bei Bei said the same thing. He put it nicely, next time don’t say it, it will make me float."
"Steady, steady." Wang Li laughed heartily, "Just prepare, I’ll accompany you to Jiang City."
Qiao Xi was quite happy, "Sounds good."
After the call ended, Qiao Xi opened WeChat, her cool brows furrowing suddenly.
Qiao Zhenbin wasn’t giving up, he had been messaging her for the past few days, wanting her to plead with Shen Dang on his behalf.
She ignored it, directly deleting the chat box.
Scrolling down, she saw a message from Su Tutu: [Sister, it seems like you and Boss Shen are making progress! Did I miss anything?]
Truly hard on her, bustling through her honeymoon yet still thinking of her gossip.
[Qiao Xi: Fake, it’s all fake.]
[Su Tutu: I see you’ve been apart for two years, and originally were as distant as could be, but now seem like two parallel lines inevitably intersecting, that’s fate, sister, a chance for sustainable development.]
Oh, they weren’t divorced yet.
Failing to take down Qiao Zhenbin through Shen Dang, it might be time to end this marriage.
[Su Tutu: Just use this opportunity to get a good hold of Boss Shen and infuriate those heiresses in Hai City.]
[Qiao Xi: You’re thinking too much.]
Just a statement, clearly everyone was overthinking.
She stood by Shen Dang’s side, now the whole world was against her.
Such a thought was quite annoying!
Annoyed, Qiao Xi leaned back in a recliner and returned Shen Dang’s call.
Shen Dang leaned back in his chair, raising an eyebrow, "Calling me, is there something up?"