This is the second time they shared a bed, and they were both sober.
Jiang Xiao carefully concealed her nervousness. Yes, she was afraid that he would notice.
How much I love you, only I know.
I love you. My heart beats fast, but I have to pretend to be calm and indifferent.
I love you. Standing beside you, even the air feels sweet.
I’ve been restraining these feelings because I’m afraid it’s just my wishful thinking.
But, what does it mean when a man comes to see a woman on a scorching day and even kisses her? Jiang Xiao secretly wondered. It must mean that Zhou Xiulin likes her a little. Yes! A little!
Jiang Xiao thought she wouldn’t be able to sleep, but that night she slept exceptionally well, having a good sleep throughout the night. She even had a dream.
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Finally, she opened her eyes, looking lazy. “Good morn—”
Their eyes met, just a few centimeters apart.
His eyes were filled with her completely.
He said, “Morning. I was just about to call you, and you’re awake.”
Jiang Xiao murmured, “I’ll get up now.” Despite being accustomed to seeing young idols up close, her heart couldn’t help but pound when facing Zhou Xiulin’s face.
He smiled and said, “I”ll wait for you.” His deep and gentle voice echoed in the quiet space, tickling her ears.
Jiang Xiao held her clothes and was about to go to the bathroom, but she hesitated and slowed down. “Aren’t you in a hurry?”
He was buttoning his shirt and replied, “Let’s have breakfast together.”
Jiang Xiao said, “…but I have to accompany Xinran.”
Zhou Xiulin looked at her with a half-smile, and his tone remained unchanged. “Okay, how about inviting Zhao Xinran to join us for the meal? I don’t think she would refuse since, after all, I’m her boss.”
Jiang Xiao replied, “Yes, boss.”
In the end, it was still 2 people having breakfast together.
She wore a hat and large-framed glasses. Having been a celebrity assistant for a long time, she was highly vigilant. Zhou Xiulin glanced at her appearance and asked, “How did you end up getting caught on camera with Jin Zhongbei?”
Jiang Xiao shrugged. “I don’t know. We just chatted casually that night.”
Jin Zhongbei wasn’t someone who casually chatted with others.
“Do you know him from before?”
Jiang Xiao shook her head. “No, how could I? We are completely different people from different worlds. My career has only just started to take off this year, and that’s how I got to meet him.” She looked regretful, indicating that she placed great importance on her career.
Well, he hindered her career.
“Jin Zhongbei is somewhat complicated. Don’t get too close to him.”
Jiang Xiao obediently nodded, but she had a thought in her mind. Little Bean Sprout, is your dad feeling jealous? She looked at him suspiciously.
“What are you looking at me for?”
“Nothing. What skincare products do you use? Your skin looks so good.”
Zhou Xiulin sighed and laughed. “Alright, stop teasing.”
After breakfast, Zhou Xiulin had to go back. Jiang Xiao accompanied him to the intersection, where his car was parked in the distance.
It was summer vacation, and there were many tourists in the film and television city. Some people recognized Zhou Xiulin and took a few photos with their phones.
Jiang Xiao said, “…you were secretly photographed!”
Zhou Xiulin didn’t seem to care. “Just be careful and stay safe.”
Jiang Xiao said, “I was also secretly photographed just now. I might be exposed.”
Zhou Xiulin replied, “They have the freedom to take pictures.”
Jiang Xiao said, “Zhou Xiulin, aren’t you afraid of the consequences if our relationship gets exposed? Have you ever thought about that?”
What consequences? Wouldn’t they be better than the current situation?
Zhou Xiulin chuckled. “Fearing shadows and mistaking a rope for a snake. I’m not Jin Zhongbei. If someone takes my picture and realizes I’m not a celebrity, they’ll naturally delete the photos.”
Jiang Xiao asked, “But what if I get exposed?”
Zhou Xiulin: “When the boss inspects the work, the employees see the boss off, is that not allowed?”
Jiang Xiao gritted her teeth. “It’s allowed. Boss, have a safe trip.”
Later, it was proven that Jiang Xiao had indeed overthought things.
Half a month later, Zhao Xinran finished filming her scenes, and Jiang Xiao’s work also came to an end.
The crew organized a small celebration for Zhao Xinran.
During this period, Zhao Xinran had gained a lot of experience, made new friends, and her acting skills had improved. Farewells always made people feel melancholic. Zhao Xinran posted a still photo from the drama on her Weibo, with her two assistants by her side.
As soon as the photo was uploaded online, the fans started buzzing.
“Xinran looks so beautiful.”
“Congratulations in advance for the success of ‘The Prosperous World’.”
“Wow, the assistant sister is also so beautiful! She can totally debut!”
…
In the evening event, Cheng Ying didn’t attend due to feeling unwell, but surprisingly, Jin Zhongbei went.
Jiang Qin, as the representative of the Huaxia film and television industry, had been stationed at the set for many days and had already become familiar with them. He often discussed acting with the director on set, considering himself a veteran method actor. Even privately, he would demonstrate personally.
With this, everyone felt that Jiang Qin’s appearance on the set of “The Prosperous World” was quite reasonable.
In the private room, there were more than twenty people.
Zhao Xinran greeted everyone one by one, saying many words of gratitude for taking care of her during this time and expressing the desire to stay in touch in the future. Jin Zhongbei’s presence made her inexplicably happy, unable to conceal her excitement on her face.
In fact, Jiang Xiao was quite surprised that Jin Zhongbei could come.
Everyone chatted in groups of two or three.
Unknowingly, Jin Zhongbei sat down next to Jiang Xiao.
Jiang Xiao was eating grapes when she turned her head and saw him. She smiled, her eyes slightly narrowed in a smile. “Teacher Jin…” Other actors called him “Brother Zhongbei” or by his name. These assistants were used to calling him “Teacher.”
Jin Zhongbei asked, “Are you leaving tomorrow?”
“Yes. Xinran still has another project coming up, so she’ll go back and rest for a day or two before she has to set off again. Teacher Jin, I didn’t expect you to come.”
Jin Zhongbei tilted his head. “Why wouldn’t I come?”
Jiang Xiao muttered, “Because you’re a super big shot.”
Jin Zhongbei laughed. “Everyone seems to have lost weight lately, except for you, who seems to have gained some.”
“Really?” Jiang Xiao quickly put down the sparkling grapes and pinched her face.
Her actions amused him.
Jiang Xiao wore a bitter expression, realizing that nowadays girls are considered beautiful only if they are thin.
“It’s not that much weight.”
“Teacher Jin, you don’t need to comfort me.” Jiang Xiao knew it herself that she had definitely gained weight recently.
Jin Zhongbei smiled and said, “You don’t need to be in front of the camera, a little weight gain doesn’t matter.”
Jiang Xiao pursed her lips. “By the way, can I ask you for an autograph now?”
Jin Zhongbei looked at her. “I thought you weren’t interested in my autograph anymore. It’s been a while, and you haven’t approached me.”
Jiang Xiao felt wronged. It was mainly because of the incident with the paparazzi last time. Assistant Jiang kept nagging in her ear, telling her to keep her distance from Jin Zhongbei. If she were exposed again, Jin Zhongbei’s fans would tear her apart.
Jiang Xiao wasn’t worried about that. The main concern was that if something real was exposed, it would be irreparable.
She took out a pen and a notebook from her bag. The cover was pink, filled with a girlish vibe.
“What should I write?”
Jiang Xiao thought for a moment. “Pursue your love without being troubled in your heart. Lin Wu, keep going.”
Jin Zhongbei paused for a moment and earnestly wrote the line, even his signature was in regular script. “Lin Wu is your good friend?”
“Yes. We were high school classmates, and she is a student at Medical College B. She really liked the role you played in ‘True Colors of a Doctor’ back then.”
“Please thank her for me. If there’s a chance, I hope to meet her.”
Jiang Xiao carefully put away the notebook.
“Jiang Xiao, I heard that you’re from Lingnan Town in Jincheng.”
“Yes, Lingnan is my hometown, but I haven’t been back there for many years.”
“You moved away?”
“There aren’t many people there anymore. My father is a painter, quite romantic, always seeking inspiration elsewhere.”
“Do you know your uncle’s real name?”
“My father’s name is Jiang Yi, but he’s not very well-known.”
Jin Zhongbei wasn’t familiar with the art circle, so he didn’t ask further.
The two of them chatted for a while until Assistant Jiang walked over and sat next to Jiang Xiao. “Discussing acting skills with our esteemed Teacher Jin?”
Jiang Xiao’s eye twitched.
Jin Zhongbei composed himself and said, “Jiang Xiao, if you want to enter this industry, I welcome it and will teach you everything I know.”
Jiang Qin’s mouth twitched, and he laughed awkwardly. “Thanks to Jin’s care for our company’s assistants. However, Huaxia has a professional team and resources. If Jiang Xiao wants to be an actress, you can rest assured that our CEO will definitely support her.”
Jiang Xiao replied, “…I really don’t have any plans to become an actress.”
Jin Zhongbei remained calm.
Half an hour later, Jin Zhongbei left. Everyone understood that his presence tonight was also to give face to Zhao Xinran.
Zhao Xinran and the male lead sat together drinking. The male lead was handsome, tall, and handsome. Over the past period, his intentions towards Zhao Xinran were clear.
Jiang Xiao watched from the side, silently sighing.
Assistant Jiang said, “After going back this time, CEO Zhou will have you by his side and temporarily serve as his personal assistant.”
Jiang Xiao turned her head and asked, “Doesn’t that mean I’m taking your job?”
Jiang’s assistant gestured and said, “Welcome.”
“What about Zhao Xinran? How will the company convince her?”
“The company’s arrangements are for her to follow. Rest assured, the company’s arrangements are beneficial to her.”
Jiang Xiao nodded.
“Madam, in the next six months, you will be by CEO Zhou’s side, which is a crucial period for building resources. When you make a comeback in the future, you will have a wealth of resources and connections in your hands. Don’t worry, you’ll become an excellent manager.”
Jiang Xiao was taken aback by Assistant Jiang’s sudden change of tone and could only force herself to say, “Thank you for the reminder, Assistant Jiang.”
“You’re welcome.”
Jiang Xiao: “…”
The next day, Zhao Xinran and her group returned to Jincheng.
Jiang Xiao was dozing off in the car. They had a late night of revelry, and it hadn’t finished until dawn. She received a call from Zhou Xiulin at exactly 11 o’clock.
He said he didn’t have time to pick her up today and asked Jiang Qing to send her home first.
Jiang Xiao nervously spoke a few words and hung up.
She was very tired on this journey. Being pregnant, she couldn’t handle such excitement.
On the way back, Jiang Qing asked, “Madam, do you really miss CEO Zhou a lot right now?”
Jiang Xiao squinted her eyes, half asleep. “I miss the bed at home.” That bed was the most comfortable one she had slept in for years.
Jiang Qing said, “CEO Zhou also loves that bed. When we moved houses, he specifically had it brought over. He can’t sleep soundly on any other bed.”
Jiang Xiao’s mind tightened. “Oh…” At this moment, her phone rang, and she saw that it was a call from Zhou Xiulin.
“Are you home?”
“Almost.”
“Auntie made lunch. I’ll pick you up tonight and we’ll go to my parents’ place. Rest at home in the afternoon, don’t go anywhere.”
“Are you planning to have a showdown tonight?”
“Strike while the iron is hot. My parents are going on vacation abroad in a few days.”
Jiang Xiao looked innocent. “Ah, I’m scared. I’ve never done anything wrong in my life, and this one thing got caught on the spot.”
Zhou Xiulin chuckled, “Do you think Little Bean Sprout is a mistake?”
“Of course not!” Little Bean Sprout was a gift, a gift bestowed by fate.
“Then don’t be afraid. At most, I’ll get scolded by my dad.” The Zhou family pays great attention to their reputation, and Zhou Xiulin knew he couldn’t avoid a scolding.
“See you tonight!”
Zhou Xiulin hung up the phone and couldn’t help but smile.
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She is trying so hard to conceal but in the end …. 🤭🤭🤭. How can you resist such care and attention. He is lovely. But his family statut is a real barrier. At first, I was like just say it but I understand her uneasiness
Yea, I really like the ML here. He’s not very imposing and treats her fairly, pampers her subtly.
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