“There’s no way she could convince me. Nan Xing, you better stop tempting this ignorant middle-aged woman with all these material desires!” Ning Ran was infuriated.
“You’re the damn ignorant middle-aged woman!” Cheng Xiangyun retaliated. “Someone offers you a big house but you reject it. Are you out of your mind?”
“That’s right, you’re out of your mind!” Nan Xing could not agree more.
“Since you’re still a ‘sound’ person, why don’t you go and stay? I’m not going anywhere.” Ning Ran said disdainfully.
“If you don’t go, I will not allow you to stay here. Don’t forget, this is my house!” Cheng Xiangyun was not ready to lose in this argument.
“Oh yes, Ms. Cheng is the owner of this house, she has the absolute right to kick her out of the house!” Nan Xing continued to add fuel to the fire.
“How dare you!” Ning Ran threatened Cheng Xiangyun, “I’m going to be a superstar soon. If you dare to chase me out, I’ll get another manager!”
“Wow, such confidence. You think you can become a superstar without me as your prized manager?” Cheng Xiangyun stepped up her game.
“Oh, Cheng, come on. Let’s not fall for this temptation. Isn’t this house great for us? This place would be left vacant if we move out. Isn’t it a waste?” Ning Ran toned down her approach.
“Not at all, I can rent this unit out for some additional income. With a bigger house to stay and extra money to earn, isn’t it a win-win situation?” Cheng Xiangyun exclaimed.
“Oh my God, I can’t believe a money-minded woman like you exists, and what’s worse is — you’re my friend!” Ning Ran cried.
Cheng Xiangyun ignored Ning Ran and turned her attention to Nan Xing, “Master Nan, I’m ready to pack my things and move!”
“Cheng, you’re a woman with integrity, you will not move out from here. And you will not be blinded by all these vain promises.”
Realizing she was almost on the verge of defeat; Ning Ran changed her strategy. Instead of trying to offend her, she tried playing nice now.
“No, being tempted is my greatest joy in life. Besides, it’s good for the children. They’ll have a more spacious house to grow up in.” Cheng Xiangyun was not moved by Ning Ran’s words.
Ning Ran thought that there was no way she could outtalk her. Cheng Xiangyun is hopeless!
I’ve no choice, I have to seek support from the young ones.
Ning Ran turned around and looked at the children, “My darlings, you enjoy living here, right?”
Erbao looked at Nan Xing first, then looked at Cheng Xiangyun, then switched her attention to her older brother, but dared not to answer.
“We’ll follow where mummy goes.” Dabao suddenly voiced out his thoughts, and Ning Ran was relieved to hear this.
Ning Ran was very touched. Indeed, I know I can always count on you, Dabao!
Erbao resonated, “I’ll follow my brother!”
Cheng Xiangyun scooped the two children up in her arms, “You two traitors, Auntie Xiangyun had been treating you so well, yet you decide to go against me!”
Erbao giggled, “Auntie Xiangyun is the prettiest in the world, I will always support you, okay.”
All of them put aside their differences, and ended the serious topic on a lighthearted note.
After sending the children to school, Ning Ran decided to go to the filming location first, and would visit Zheng Lunlun later.
No doubt the director had to take orders from the Nan family, but we cannot always do as we please.
Nan Xing’s appearance at the site yesterday had already disturbed the filming schedule, and we should not put the project on hold again.
Nan Xing respected Ning Ran’s decision, and sent her to the site.
He initially wanted to stay back and watch, but Ning Ran ordered him to leave.
When Nan Xing was at the entrance and ready to get into his car, he heard someone calling, “Young Master Xing.”
It was Tang Jing, the supporting actress who worked closely with Ning Ran.
Tang Jing was known for her intelligence and beauty, and this was reflected in the way she dressed.
She was wearing a pair of tight black pants that suited her long legs, a suit that fit her body perfectly, coupled with her proper businesslike posture. She did not look like an actress, but a high-rank white-collared employee.
“Yes?” Nan Xing asked.
I didn’t quite notice her yesterday. This actress actually looks quite pretty, and seems to carry herself well.
“I’m Tang Jing, and I wish to have a word with Young Master Xing. Are you free?”
Tang Jing mentioned her name so that Nan Xing could remember.
“Hello, Ms. Tang.”
Nan Xing was used to women striking a conversation with him. So long as they were not hideous, he would entertain them out of courtesy.
“Young Master Xing, Ms. Ding’s acting is superb, and I have learnt a lot from her.” Tang Jing casually used Ning Ran as a conversation starter.
“Oh really? She’s an actress with depth.”
“But there are some unpleasant rumors about her as well. I argued with another actress yesterday over it. She was questioning Ms. Ding for accepting suitors’ flowers, even though she already has a husband.” “I told her, that’s not a bad thing for an actress after all. Besides, Ms. Ding wasn’t the one who took the initiative, how can we blame her.” Tang Jing said all this while observing Nan Xing’s reaction.
Clearly, Nan Xing was interested in this subject, “Does it happen all the time, besides the guy from yesterday?”
“Not a lot actually. Ms. Ding is a very disciplined person, but fans can be a little fanatic at times. During the first few days when I first came in, about seven or eight people came to see her, but Ms. Ding ordered them to leave.” Tang Jing said.
“Seven or eight? So many?”
“Didn’t Ms. Ding tell you? But I guess it’s for the best. She wouldn’t want you to be bothered by this.” “How about this – I’ll help you to watch out for Ms. Ding, and report to you directly if any handsome man tries to approach her? If these people try to fool around, I’ll inform you right away, what do you think?”
“Okay, this sounds good. Report to me if anyone tries to harass her.” Nan Xing agreed to the plan.
“Alright. But… would Ms. Ding be angry with me if I do so?”
“What could possibly go wrong if I don’t tell her?”
“Ah yes, okay. So… how should I contact you, since I don’t have your number?”
Tang Jing finally asked what she truly wanted. It was her intention all along to get his contact.
“Add me on WeChat.” Nan Xing took his phone out.
Tang Jing was so excited that her hands were shaking when she whipped her phone out.
She had finally added Young Master Xing on WeChat – the young master from the wealthiest family in all over Flower City. This was definitely a good start for her!
After adding his WeChat, Tang Jing could not contain her excitement, “Thank you for your trust. Don’t worry, I will keep you informed if anything happens to Ms. Ding.”
“Alright. If anyone bullies her, you have to tell me as well. She tends to keep things to herself, even when she is treated badly.”
“Okay, so this is our secret, yeah? Young Master Xing
, please do not tell Ms. Ding.” Tang Jing reminded him again.
“Don’t worry, I won’t.’
Nan Xing got into his car, while Tang Jing stood there and waved goodbye reluctantly.
