After We Broke Up, She Started Pursuing Me [Entertainment Industry] 39

Chapter 39

Just those few seconds of being stunned, and Mo Li very “sensibly” retracted her gaze, pretending that nothing was amiss. She silently placed the takeout on the small table in front of them, without even lifting her head.

As she walked over, Zhou Jinsi wanted to break free. She nudged her with her elbow, signaling for Shi Qin to get up. But this person wouldn’t, still clinging to her embrace like she had no bones, with no intention of getting up at all.

Not only that, but this person even went a step further, cupping her face with her hands. Zhou Jinsi was startled by her action and subconsciously glanced at Mo Li. Fortunately, the other was still organizing the items on the table.

But in the next second, Zhou Jinsi heard a certain person’s sultry voice, a seductive voice that seemed to be squeezed from her throat, “Xiao Si~ We haven’t seen each other in so long. I miss you so much~”

A cloying, sickeningly sweet feeling.

Zhou Jinsi looked as if she had seen a ghost, her wide eyes filled with astonishment. Not only her, but Mo Li’s actions of tidying up also paused. She looked up at Shi Qin in disbelief.

But the instigator ignored both of their reactions, blinked at Zhou Jinsi, then turned to look at Mo Li. “What’s wrong?”

Heavens…

It seemed she still didn’t know her own Sister Shi that well. She knew she had a good relationship with Teacher Zhou, but she didn’t know it could be good enough to reveal such a side.

This… oh my, I really can’t take it.

Mo Li cursed inwardly, goosebumps rising on her skin. She put on an awkward smile. “Nothing, nothing.”

“Then I’ll head out. Call me if you need anything.”
“Go on.”

Mo Li very tactfully took her leave.

After the door was closed, Shi Qin finally sat up. Looking at Zhou Jinsi’s ashen face, she couldn’t help but laugh. “What’s with that expression?”

“Aren’t you afraid…”

“Afraid of what?” Shi Qin raised an eyebrow and continued, “To others, we’re just friends. It’s fine for good friends to be a little closer.”

“What is Teacher Zhou feeling guilty about?”

Zhou Jinsi closed her mouth and looked at her silently. After a long moment, she finally spoke, “Are you asking a question you already know the answer to?”

“Mhm?” Shi Qin feigned innocence, then smiled again and said faintly, “Know the answer to what?”

“What does Teacher Zhou think our relationship is now?”

Zhou Jinsi frowned, looking at her in confusion. She silently repeated the question in her heart before she understood Shi Qin’s intention.

The incident on that rainy night, in her eyes, was just a natural progression… and now she wants me to say it…

Zhou Jinsi was momentarily embarrassed and angry, not knowing how to answer. She turned her head away, sat up straight, and no longer wanted to bother with the teasing person beside her.

And seeing her reaction, Shi Qin was naturally delighted.

Indeed, when it came to teasing Zhou Jinsi, she never failed.

…

This Saturday evening, Zhou Lin was attending a private dinner. In the past, he would usually attend such industry gatherings alone.

But hearing that his old friends were bringing family this time, Zhou Lin invited Zhou Jinsi along. After all, she had returned with academic success. It was a rare occasion to attend. In case she changed her mind in the future and took over the family business, it would be good to build some connections in advance.

And so, Zhou Jinsi had planned to leave the set in the evening. But at that time, Shi Qin was filming, and there was no chance to say goodbye in person. Zhou Jinsi stood in the crowd and, using her height advantage, held up her phone and took a picture of Shi Qin.

In the photo, she had her hair in a high ponytail, wearing a white T-shirt and shorts, showing off her long, well-proportioned legs, full of youthful energy. She was turned to the side, talking to the person next to her.

And the person next to her…

Zhou Jinsi’s brow furrowed slightly. She opened the editing function, silently cropped out Ji Chen on the side, and adjusted the dimensions. The originally panoramic photo became a solo shot of Shi Qin.

After looking at the final “product” for two seconds, her brow finally relaxed. Satisfied, she sent the photo to Shi Qin.

: Have a dinner at home tonight, leaving first.

After typing this, Zhou Jinsi stared at it for two more seconds, feeling that the words were too cold. She couldn’t say anything cheesy, so she added a “Good luck” at the end.

Then, she rummaged through the emoji pile, feeling that none of the little yellow faces were suitable. After a final selection, she sent a thumbs-up emoji.

By this time, Zhou Jinsi was already in her car. After waiting for a while and seeing no reply from Shi Qin, she received a call from Zhou Lin instead, reminding her to get ready and head over soon.

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When Zhou Jinsi arrived at the private room in the hotel, Zhou Lin and several of his old friends were already there.

Seeing Zhou Jinsi come in, Zhou Lin quickly stood up and beckoned her over, introducing her to the people at the gathering.

Zhou Lin: “Come, Xiao Si, this is Uncle Lin.”
Zhou Jinsi: “Hello, Uncle Lin…”

Then, Zhou Lin introduced them one by one.

Although he didn’t introduce their statuses, Zhou Jinsi understood that Zhou Lin’s connections were never small figures. Until he introduced the last one, her gaze also fell on the middle-aged man.

The man had a simple buzz cut, slightly dark skin, and strong facial features. Compared to the others, he seemed more imposing and had an extraordinary presence.

Zhou Lin introduced with a warm smile, “This is Uncle Qin.”

Zhou Jinsi lowered her eyes and nodded. “Hello, Uncle Qin.”

Qin Wen nodded and smiled. “Good, good. My daughter is coming over later too. The topics we’re discussing, you young people probably aren’t too interested in. You two can chat then.”

Zhou Lin: “Hey, that’s right. Young people have more to talk about among themselves.”

The few middle-aged men laughed and chatted again. Zhou Jinsi smiled very politely, sitting a little stiffly next to Zhou Lin, silently sipping her tea.

Fortunately, the atmosphere that made her feel awkward didn’t last long. The door opened, and Zhou Jinsi looked over, knowing this must be Qin Wen’s daughter.

“Sorry, uncles. I had a scene to film, so I’m a little late~”

The woman was wearing a mask and sunglasses. Her charming voice made Zhou Jinsi’s mouth twitch. When the woman fully revealed her face, she was stunned again.

Qin Wen: “Alright, we were just waiting for you. Come sit.” He pointed to the empty seat next to Zhou Jinsi.

Hearing this, the woman’s gaze shifted, and only then did she notice Zhou Jinsi’s presence, finding her somewhat familiar.

Seeing the curiosity in his daughter’s eyes, and having observed for a while that Zhou Jinsi was probably a reserved person, Qin Wen helped with the introduction, “Oh, this is your Uncle Zhou’s daughter. It’s a good opportunity today. You two can get to know each other.”

Zhou Lin also chimed in, “Right, Xiao Si, say hello.”

Zhou Jinsi looked up at the woman, then quickly lowered her gaze and said faintly, “Hello, Miss Qin. I’m Zhou Jinsi.”

“Hello, Qin Zhen.”

Zhou Jinsi nodded in response and didn’t look at her again. But Qin Zhen, the more she looked, the more she felt that Zhou Jinsi was somewhat familiar, but she couldn’t remember where she had seen her.

However, Zhou Jinsi felt very uncomfortable with her blatant scanning gaze. Since the incident that morning, she hadn’t had a good impression of this person, and now it was even worse.

“Zhou… Jinsi?” Qin Zhen took the initiative to speak to her.

“Were you also at the set where I was filming this morning?”

Zhou Jinsi shot her a faint look, then nodded. “Mhm.”

“Oh, I remember now,” Qin Zhen said, as if in a sudden realization, her voice rising a little.

“I saw you at Tianyu too. At that time… did you mistake me for an employee there?”

Her tone was a little contemptuous. The reason Qin Zhen had some impression of Zhou Jinsi was not because Zhou Jinsi was special, but because she was overly conceited and hadn’t expected to be mistaken for a stranger and asked for directions.

In her heart, her popularity was already on par with those A-list stars.

Zhou Jinsi suppressed her inner annoyance and replied politely, “No, I’m sorry. I was just trying to find someone to ask for directions at that time.”

“Oh,” Qin Zhen nodded nonchalantly.

Just as Zhou Jinsi was about to continue eating, intending to ignore the person beside her, she felt her move a fraction closer.

Her body subconsciously leaned to the side, but not too much. Zhou Jinsi didn’t know what she was going to do, so she could only wait in silence.

She only heard the person lean close to her ear and say lightly, “You…”

“What is your relationship with Shi Qin?”