Chapter 349: A Bold Idea
Wenqing held a newcomer event every year, and every year, talented newcomers would rise to the top. But every year, many old-timers would also decline. Some people would peak at their debut, some could be popular for a while, and some would never be popular at all.
And Shion-sensei was a typical example of the first kind.
She was also popular at her debut, but after the peak, very few people would remember her.
After the meeting at Wenqing, Chen Xi had a headache, facing a pile of documents. The meeting had also talked about Shion-sensei’s status, saying that she had been unable to write good works recently, and her works were gradually becoming mediocre. Regarding this matter, Chen Xi had said that she was just not in a good state and hoped that everyone would give her time, but her words had not been taken seriously by everyone.
In short, Wenqing had also made its stance clear. Next time, if she still handed in a manuscript like The Magician, it could only be rejected. After all, no one wanted to do a losing business.
Chen Xi had thought of this result early on. She had wanted to help Yu Linna fight for a chance, but had not succeeded.
In the commercial era, profit was everything. If you couldn’t bring in profits, then you could only say sorry.
Chen Xi had managed many authors, and it was not as if there were no authors who had peaked at their debut. She had seen many such authors. But this author, Yu Linna, was rather special. She liked her more, and had more personal feelings for her. At the same time, she also knew that she shouldn’t bring her personal feelings into her work.
Soon, she would be going to Japan to study for a period of time. Hopefully, she would be able to learn something there. Wenqing would not give her too much time to grow. Once she could not produce any value, then that was it. This was how reality was.
Chen Xi opened the document and prepared to continue working.
…
Speaking of Yu Linna, she was now happily playing with An Xiayue at home. And An Xiayue seemed to have gotten addicted, staying at her house and not leaving, having stayed for a week. But Yu Linna didn’t feel anything bad at all. On the contrary, she was very welcoming. They were together every day. If they wanted to go out, they went out. If they didn’t want to go out, they would play some poker at home, or play Monopoly. When she was hungry, Yu Linna would cook. When she was lazy, An Xiayue would order takeout. Life was really good.
Gradually, their relationship became better and better, and also closer.
“Look, look, my life is perfect. I have a car, a house, three children, and a stable salary. I win this round.”
“I’m already the CEO of a company, with an annual income of over ten million, a real big boss. I make more money than you.”
“But you don’t have a partner, and no children. So I win.”
“Mmm… damn Monopoly.”
After playing a round after another, Yu Linna lost the game again and could only sullenly put down the dice.
An Xiayue had played several rounds and felt quite happy. She wanted to play a few more rounds. Suddenly, a call came. She had no choice but to put down the dice and answer the phone.
“Hello?… Oh, I see. Got it.”
After An Xiayue came back from the phone call, her face was full of conflict. She was thinking about how to start. Yu Linna put away the Monopoly pieces and the map and thought for a moment.
“The company is looking for you?”
“No, it’s my agent. She said she has already taken on a few scripts for me and wants me to go back and take a look. They’re all scripts for a female lead.”
To put it simply, An Xiayue’s vacation was over. She had to go back to filming.
Originally, An Xiayue was an actress, and her job was acting. She had already rested for a long time. It was time to get back to work.
“Work is important. You should go back when it’s time to go back.”
“Mmm, I really don’t want to go back to work…”
“Don’t be willful. Be a good girl and go back.”
“Alright, I can only come and find you next time.”
An Xiayue was helpless and had no choice but to go back to her room to pack her luggage, preparing to buy a plane ticket for this afternoon. This damn agent actually wanted her to go back to work. Dammit, she clearly still wanted to play with the cutest Nana. They had just deepened their relationship. It was really not worth it to just leave.
Looking at that beautiful blonde hair, and those eyes that were so similar to hers, An Xiayue really didn’t want to leave just like that. She still wanted to continue to play with her. Because when she was with her, An Xiayue was very relaxed and very happy.
“What are you in a daze for? Aren’t you going to pack your luggage?”
“Ah… okay.”
An Xiayue packed her luggage, putting her things in one by one, and then she packed the things in her bag. Actually, she hadn’t brought much. It was finished in a few strokes. She bought her plane ticket, and then she had to go out and take a car. Yu Linna saw her off.
“The wonderful vacation is over…”
An Xiayue really didn’t want to go back to work. Wasn’t it good to stay here? She didn’t want to go back at all!
Yu Linna knocked her on the head.
“Your fans will cry if they hear you say that.”
“Sigh…”
After booking a Didi driver, An Xiayue just had to wait for him to come and pick her up. These few days with Yu Linna had been very happy, very joyful. If possible, she would find her again next time. By the way, didn’t Yu Linna say she was alone? Then next time during the New Year, she would ask her to go to her grandparents’ place. Anyway, everyone would be free at that time.
“By the way, Nana, I’ll tell you a secret before I go.”
“What secret?”
“Actually, the name An Xiayue is my stage name.”
“This, I know. Someone on the internet said so.”
“Which person said it everywhere…”
An Xiayue was very frustrated.
But she quickly smiled.
“Next time I’ll tell you my name. Next time you also tell me your name.”
“Mmm.”
After making a mutual promise, An Xiayue left a smile and then got in the car and left. Their summer vacation was officially over.
An Xiayue looked through her phone’s photo album, looking at the group photos. In the photos, two blonde girls had their arms around each other’s shoulders, smiling at the camera, especially the shorter little girl, who was smiling so happily.
Looking at it like this, the two of them really did look a bit alike.
An Xiayue chuckled, as if she had thought of something happy.
…
After An Xiayue left, Yu Linna returned to her life alone. Actually, she was quite unaccustomed to it. With An Xiayue around, she suddenly felt very happy. She had even thought that it wouldn’t be impossible to live with her, but she had left.
Yu Linna patted her cheeks, telling herself not to think too much. It was already the end of the month. She would be going abroad soon. The procedures were almost done. It should be time to set off soon.
Just after sending An Xiayue off this day, Ye Zhiyun’s phone called again. She could only answer it.
“What is it, Zhiyun?”
“Um, um… the crew is off for a day tomorrow.”
“And then? Do you want me to come over?”
“No, no, that’s not what I mean… I’m coming to Guangnan to find you tomorrow. I want to talk to you about something. It’ll be quick. I’ll find you tomorrow and go back at night. It’ll be quick. Are you… free tomorrow?”
Ye Zhiyun’s tone seemed very nervous, so exaggerated it was as if she were going to meet the parents. She really didn’t know what she was doing.
“Okay. You can come if you want. I have plenty of time.”
“Oh, I see. That’s great… see you tomorrow. Wait for me!”
Then she hung up the phone.
Yu Linna looked at her phone, feeling baffled. Had Ye Zhiyun taken the wrong medicine? What was she doing?
She completely couldn’t understand this person.
…
At the same time, in Shenzhen.
“Wenqian! I got her!!!”
In the meeting room, Ye Zhiyun held her phone, howling as if she couldn’t help herself, her face red.
Dai Wenqian wanted to cover her ears. It was always her, Dai Wenqian, who caused trouble and bothered others. When did it become Ye Zhiyun’s turn to bother her? This was really uncomfortable.
“You, a dignified Miss Ye, isn’t it just a confession? What are you so afraid of?”
“Yeah, yeah.”
Zendaya silently nodded on the side.
Ever since they had heard that Ye Zhiyun wanted to confess, they had been encouraging her to go up and be direct with her. Anyway, she liked her so much. It was better for her to be a little more proactive.
As the saying goes, being timid can’t accomplish big things. Only by taking the initiative can you achieve success.
But Ye Zhiyun was also very nervous.
“What if she doesn’t like me… what if she says she likes men…”
Yes, although Ye Zhiyun was reliable in her work and had outstanding work ability, could talk business, take photos, and even be a director, with multiple roles, she was always hesitant when it came to feelings, not daring to move forward.
Otherwise, she had liked Li Muqing for three years, had spent three years chasing him, and had not been able to win him over. The main reason was that Ye Zhiyun was too hesitant when it came to feelings.
“Miss Ye, you’ve already asked her out. Are you still afraid of failure? Isn’t there a saying, if you don’t succeed the first time, try a second time. If you don’t succeed the second time, try a third time. If you don’t succeed the third time, try ten times, until you succeed. To be a person, your skin has to be a little thicker.”
Dai Wenqian said with her hands on her hips, “with a lot of experience,” although she herself was also a novice. But to play the role of an experienced person and pass on knowledge and solve problems, she felt very satisfied.
“I understand. I believe I will succeed… but I heard from Nana that she rejected that roommate’s confession. She won’t reject mine too, right…”
“What are you thinking again! Didn’t I tell you, if you don’t make a move soon, your girlfriend will become someone else’s girlfriend! If you’re scared, then just go for it. Do you think I approved your one-day vacation for no reason? It was all for you! Ye Zhiyun, if you don’t go and confess, then don’t come back!”
Dai Wenqian was truly disappointed that she couldn’t live up to her expectations.
This person was showing off her love here, and was even shamelessly saying she wanted to confess, but in the end, she was a coward. How outrageous. Dai Wenqian really wanted to say…
Pissing me off!
She already has a partner and is still so hesitant. Is she mocking me for not having one!
The black girl, Zendaya, made a cup of coffee on the side, preparing to savor it slowly. At this time, it was still necessary to maintain a normal heart. Ye Zhiyun’s crush on a girl, mmm, hopefully she could succeed. Just as Dai Wenqian had said, pestering her, being a little thicker-skinned.
Ye Zhiyun had also made this decision with great determination. She couldn’t wait any longer. Just as they had said, if she didn’t make a move soon, her girlfriend would become someone else’s girlfriend. She couldn’t accept such a fact!
“But should I get a perm, or change into a new dress or something?”
“You… if you’re like this again, do you believe I’ll cancel your vacation right now and not let you go tomorrow!”
“No, no, no, let’s talk nicely, talk nicely. I’ll go, I’ll go…”
Dammit!
When it came to matters of love, Ye Zhiyun was like an idiot. Dai Wenqian was so angry she could explode.
In short, if she dared not to go, she would definitely blow her up.
