Chapter 562 Do Not Frighten The Child
Later in the day, Nan Chen came to the Commoner Residence. He had received a call, asking him to come over for dinner and to pick up the twins.
Nan Chen had always been filial. As long as he had the time, he would always come whenever his grandma asked him to.
Sometimes, when he was really busy, he would still make time to have a meal with his grandparents. Then he would rush back to his office to work overtime.
During dinner, Feng Wan brought up the question. “I heard Ning Ran is starring in a movie.”
Nan Chen was quite surprised that this would interest her. He nodded. “Yes, Grandma.”
“I heard there’s a role for a child.”
“Yes.” He nodded again.
“I would like to recommend someone for that role.”
He began to understand what was going on. “Who?”
“My great-granddaughter. She’s pretty and smart, just perfect for the role,” his grandma said.
Nan Chen glanced at Erbao, who bent her head low to eat, pretending not to know what the conversation was about.
This girl is too smart. She came here to ask for help.
“We were just giving this some thought…”
“There’s no need to think about it. Give her the chance to make a movie. It’s like giving her a good childhood memory. When she grows up, watching this movie will certainly be a beautiful memory.”
Feng Wan had already made the decision.
“I think it will work. It’s more meaningful than taking some photographs of the child.” Even Nan Zhengde agreed.
Feng Wan suspected Erbao must have convinced him when she went into the study room just now to play.
“Actually, filming is still a bit risky, and films will be distributed to the public–”
The old lady interrupted Nan Chen’s words. “There is a risk in everything you do. How can you be the head of the Nanshi Corporation if you cannot protect a child?
“It’s settled. My great-granddaughter will make the movie. Nan Chen, I’ve never asked you for anything. This is the first time I’m making a request and you refuse me? I have loved you in vain.”
Nan Chen could not bear hearing those words. “I did not refuse you. I just wanted to ponder over the matter. If this is what you wish, I shall get someone to arrange it.”
At that, Erbao, whose head was still bent low, smiled.
Back at Red Maple City, Nan Chen related to Ning Ran what his grandparents had said.
Ning Ran was surprised. “She even went to Commoner Residence to get help?”
“That’s right. Not only did Grandma pressure me. Even Grandpa got involved. And to think that I was worried he would object if I let her act because she is too young.
“I had not expected her to convince Grandpa. Apparently she is the pet of the Nan family now. We dare not antagonize her.
“Since both Grandma and Grandpa have decided. We have to go along,” Nan Chen said.
Ning Ran rushed into the children’s room and saw Erbao picking out clothes.
She was already preparing which clothes to wear to look more beautiful.
“Ning Sihan, you dare go straight to Great-Grandpa and Great-grandma? In the future, when things don’t go your way, will you go behind our backs to put pressure on us?”
Erbao puffed up her chubby cheeks. “I only went to visit Great-grandpa and Great-grandma…”
“Do you think I don’t know what you’re doing? You’re good! You have such ideas–”
“That’s enough. It’s no big deal. Why are you so angry? You’ll frighten the child.” Nan Chen came upon the scene.
“How could I frighten her? She’s so powerful now nothing can frighten her!”
“Mommy, please don’t scold me. If you don’t want me to act in the movie, I won’t. In the future, I won’t tell Great-grandma and Great-grandpa anything. It’s my mistake; I won’t repeat it.”
Erbao was a smart kid. Now she had achieved her goal. An apology did not hurt.
“Come over here, let’s discuss this.” Nan Chen motioned to Erbao.
So, the family entered the living room and everyone took a seat, just like a formal family meeting.
Nan Chen told Ning Ran, “Erbao wants to act in this movie. So, she needs to bring bodyguards onto the set. I will arrange for this.”
Ning Ran agreed totally.
In the past, when she was shooting with the production team, she had never brought bodyguards along as there was no need to. Cheng Xiangyun and Wang Xiaoou were sufficient to take care of her.
Things were different now with a child on the set.
Even though the production team consisted of tens of members working together, Erbao was an energetic child and she could disappear in the blink of an eye.
It was necessary to have professionals specifically assigned to her, otherwise, real risks existed.
“Erbao, there are some conditions you have to agree to before you can join in the production team.” Nan Chen put on a strict face.
“Fine. I agree. Even if there are hundreds of conditions, I will certainly agree.” Erbao replied quickly.
“First, you cannot eat any food that anyone in the production team gives to you. Other than what Mommy gives, no food given by anyone is to be eaten. Do you understand?”
“I understand.” Erbao nodded. “I agree.”
“Repeat it to me,” her father insisted.
“Other than the food Mommy gives, I cannot eat anything anyone gives to me. What about food given by Aunt Xiang?”
“Yes, you can eat food given by Aunt Xiang, but she must give it to you personally and tell you it can be eaten,” Ning Ran said.
“Okay.” Erbao nodded.
“The second condition is related to the first condition. Water and beverages must not be consumed.”
“I understand. I cannot drink water or beverages,” Erbao repeated.
“You cannot just go away. You must always be where the bodyguards can see you,” Nan Chen said.
“Okay, I cannot go away on my own. I must be sure the bodyguards can see me.” Erbao repeated once.
Then she asked, “What about going to the toilet?”
“This is an exception. I’ll let a lady stay with you all the time. She will go with you to the toilet.”
“Good, I agree.” Erbao nodded.
“The third condition is that you stay away from crowds. If you see a crowd, don’t join in the fun.”
“Okay, I will stay away from crowds and not join in the fun.”
Satisfied, Nan Chen nodded. “You must follow these rules. If you cannot, I will not allow you to make the movie.”
“All right, I will do everything you ask,” Erbao promised.
“Don’t worry. I’ll ask Cheng Xiangyun to watch her throughout the shooting. Nothing will happen,” Ning Ran said.
Suddenly, Dabao spoke up. “What about me?”
Nan Chen and Ning Ran exchanged glances. They had forgotten all about Dabao as they were focused on Erbao’s movie shoot.
“If you want to go with the production team, you can go. It would be great for you to watch your sister.”
Dabao shook his head. “I don’t want to go. I don’t like crowds. I’ll stay at home.”
Ning Ran was speechless. The child was too young to enjoy staying home.
She had not seen a child this age who did not like having fun. He was a rare child indeed.
“Won’t you feel bored staying home by yourself?” she asked.
“No, it’s not boring. I can read or use the computer. Joining the production team would be boring.” Dabao waved his hands.
“That’s fine. When you want to go, just let me know. Otherwise, you can stay. Anyway, you have a nanny to take care of you.”
