Ouyang Qing lay on the sofa in the villa, watching an interview with Ning Ran on her mobile phone.
Seeing Ning Ran talking freely in front of the camera, looking beautiful and calm, Ouyang Qing’s mood quickly turned bad and she flung the phone from her hand.
This woman is invincible and I just can’t defeat her!
Bai Hua, who was doing meditation on the yoga mat, heard the noise and walked over. She saw Ouyang Qing seething with anger and then saw the phone that had been throw to the corner.
“What’s the matter?” Bai Hua asked as she picked up the mobile phone. The screen was cracked but it was still functioning.
Immediately, Ouyang Qing put on an innocent smile. “It’s nothing. Have I disturbed you?”
“You look unhappy. What happened?” Bai Hua asked her.
“My dad called me and scolded me,” Ouyang Qing replied, putting on a sad face.
“Why did Mr. Ouyang scold you?”
“Some time ago, Dad came to Flower City and met up with Chen to discuss forming a partnership in some business. You do know that my dad loves horse riding so Chen took him to the equestrian club. They agreed to go for lunch after that. However, Chen did not show up. He said he was not feeling well and asked a member of his staff to accompany my dad instead. Later my dad found out that Chen was busy working with Ding Mi. Chen had slighted my dad for the sake of an unknown actress and that made Dad angry. Dad said that the Ouyang family had been put to shame and he doesn’t want me to stay in Flower City anymore. I really don’t care about staying here but I will miss you. If I leave, you will be alone in this city. Who will spend time to chat with you and dine with you?”
As Ouyang Qing told her story, she even managed to force out some tears.
Immediately, Bai Hua got upset. “This really happened? Is Nan Chen so foolish that he has fallen under this woman’s charm?”
“Yeah, I have no idea what that woman has done to get Chen so enchanted. Aunt, I cannot stay here in Flower City much longer. You must take care of yourself.”
Ouyang Qing pretended to be heartbroken.
“No. We had so many plans to get rid of that woman who we haven’t put into action yet. You can’t back out now. Unfortunately, it died away too soon. Those who have scolded her online turned around and supported her!”
“It must have been Chen helping her out. On her own, she wouldn’t be able to turn things around. As long as Chen is helping her, we cannot outwit her. We can only standby and watch her become a member of the Nan family. It does not matter to me, but I feel sorry for you, Aunt. Once she becomes part of the Nan family, your role will become even less important.”
Ouyang Qing’s sad sorrowful pretty face could melt any heart. Furthermore, she used words that sound as if she cared only for Bai Hua. The latter was moved.
Besides, Bai Hua’s situation was not ideal too. She needed an accomplice to help her in her battles.
“Don’t worry, Zhiyuan will be back tomorrow. When he comes back, we will have more strength. Then we will find a way to deal with that little bitch together.”
“Is Uncle Nan arriving tomorrow?”
“Yes, he has taken care of everything in Tokyo. It will be the Nan Zhengde’s birthday in a few days, and we must try to make an appearance at the Old Master’s birthday party. If we can win the Old Master’s forgiveness, then the Nan family will be our family again. Rest assured, as long as I am in the Nan family, no other woman will not be allowed to marry Chen. He is my son. He is under my control!
Bai Hua was indeed a little conceited. She said that she could Nan Chen and that was pure nonsense.
“Since you say so, I’m relieved. That woman’s drama series has just finished production. I’ve found out that they will have a celebration party tonight. Since she is the leading lady, she will definitely be there,” Ouyang Qing said.
“Shall I go to meet her and ask her to stay away from my son?”
“No, if Chen is there, you will get into a dispute with him.”
“Do you have any plans?”
“I think there must be reporters present at a celebration of this type, do you think so?” Ouyang Qing asked.
“Even if there aren’t, it’s easy to arrange for a few. There are lots of paparazzi. It’s easy to find them,” Bai Hua said.
“That’s true. So, I’ll just call a friend and ask her to help get that done…”
Ouyang Qing whispered something into Bai Hua’s ear.
Bai Hua laughed on hearing that. “Haha… I’ve always known you’d have a plan. This is a good idea. It would be perfect if Chen sees that. Wouldn’t that be exciting!”
In the meantime…
Ning Ran was extremely tired after her interview.
It was against her nature to put on a solemn face for she loved being herself, relaxed and easy going.
Wang Yan just came over and told her, “The outcome of the interview is good. Most of the comments om viewer messages are in praise for you.”
Ning Ran replied sincerely, “Thank you, Director Wang, I have learned so much from you while acting in this movie.”
“Please don’t say that. I feel that we are parting ways and it makes me sad,” Wang Yan replied.
Ning Ran laughed, saying, “This movie is done, but there’ll be new ones. We’re in the same industry so we’ll be working together sooner or later.”
“I’m afraid it won’t be so easy.” Wang Yan shook his head.
“Why? Is it because you feel my acting isn’t good and you don’t want to work with me anymore?”
“Of course, not. Your acting is the best among the actors I’ve worked with. However, once this show is broadcast, you’ll be famous.
“You’ll be an A-list megastar and your pay would be a few times higher, maybe even tens of times higher. How could I afford to hire you?
“Hence, this show will be our last movie together. I feel sad just thinking about this.”
Wang Yan smiled and made an exaggerated gesture of wiping away his tears.
Ning Ran laughed, saying, “No, that won’t happen. No matter what changes take place in the future, you’re always my director.”
“By the way, we have a party tonight. The producers, distributors, and other companies involved will be sending representatives. Please get ready to show up too.”
“I don’t want to go. I don’t like wearing high heels and formal gowns. It’s so tiring!”
“You must be there. You’re the female lead. There’s no excuse for your absence.”
High heels and formal wear cannot be avoided. ”When you become a star in the future, you’ll be walking red carpets all the time. You can’t be wearing a pair of sports shoes there, can you?”
Ning Ran moaned, “Heavens! Why does everyone say I’ll be a superstar? How am I supposed to keep up to these expectations?”
Wang Xiaoou, who was standing nearby, added, “You’re like an eagle about to be lifted by rising air currents, you can only fly higher. You can’t come down. You must be a superstar, otherwise, all the money that the company invested in you would be wasted.”
