Chapter 2382: Chapter 1508: So Disappointing

"..."

"..."

Both the performers and the audience fell silent.

Luo Li’er, on the other hand, didn’t mind.

Looking at someone who appeared so serious, it’s likely Pei Yunxi was a bit dazed at this point, questioning whether there truly was someone named Chen Jiang in this world.

There is always a higher mountain.

True master-level actors are never on screen.

She was willing to play background for this person.

"When did you meet that guy?"

Luo Li’er started to arrange the timeline, not sure if there was a wavering.

The most impressive part came. Jiang Chen didn’t respond immediately, but rather furrowed his brows in recollection, confirming before speaking, highlighting sincerity.

"I met him in the second year after I graduated, at an overseas cocktail party. He’s a major figure in the fashion industry and helped me a lot. He also provided a lot of support when filming ’That Blue.’"

Brilliant.

Absolutely brilliant.

Even Pei Yunxi, who was originally the female lead, was gradually captivated by his performance.

Jiang Chen looked nostalgic, "Perhaps it was because of ’That Blue’ that he was shocked and overwhelmed by your sister’s charm, leading K.E Group to sign your sister as the global ambassador... I don’t need to explain what happened next, do I?"

"You were able to enter the K.E Headquarters and launch your own perfume, thanks to his assistance."

Was this really an unrehearsed, impromptu performance?

The director really lives up to the title.

Doesn’t even need a script.

Luo Li’er’s beautiful eyebrows furrowed and relaxed several times, it was evident that she was struggling internally.

Jiang Chen held the water glass, striking while the iron was hot, "The reason you were urgently called back today was because he abruptly notified me. Business battles can be cruel, and with K.E Group being an international fashion empire, there are too many competitors. Recently, some senior figures in K.E have been targeted by well-organized and purposeful assassins, and Chen Jiang has also received death threats. He asked me to arrange for your return because he didn’t want you caught up in this turmoil."

Pei Yunxi tilted her head back.

Mhm.

She started looking at the ceiling.

As for why she was looking at the ceiling.

When someone is at a loss for words, they tend to want to distract themselves.

Of course.

This was also a reflection of deep admiration.

If she weren’t the female lead, she would probably be imprisoned by someone’s terrifying storytelling ability and become his follower.

Okay.

Pei Yunxi began to space out, involuntarily revisiting every moment since she met him, and every word he ever said.

— The worst actors go into movies.

A saying heard somewhere.

Strikingly vivid.

"Then... can you make a video call with him?"

Obviously.

Luo Li’er, who originally thought they were lying, was severely shaken, but her trust in her own judgment had not completely collapsed.

Making a video call was definitely not possible.

Even if they found an actor instantly, it still wouldn’t be easy, as not everyone has the ability to perform without a script. Once the video is out, the truth would undeniably be exposed.

"He’s currently overwhelmed with the death threats, so I think it’s best not to disturb him. If he weren’t unable to spare the energy, he wouldn’t have asked me to bring you back."

Jiang Chen took a sip of water, "Let’s wait for K.E to handle this danger first. There will be plenty of opportunities in the future."

A perfect ending.

From his expressions, actions, to his lines... flawless, even the timing of drinking water was perfectly controlled.

Luo Li’er’s mouth was shut tight.

Indeed.

The man is facing a death threat; making a casual video call at this time would be an international joke, wouldn’t it?

Not everyone is like her good senior, willing to come and dispel her doubts in the middle of the night.

Oh.

Even though it’s daytime in France right now.

"Sis, when do you plan to tell Uncle?"

This isn’t a one-man show.

The male lead needs to take a rest sometimes.

Luo Li’er’s gaze shifted to Pei Yunxi.

Because she’d been playing the background for too long, Pei Yunxi wasn’t able to get into character immediately. It took a few seconds before she realized her role as the lead, responding with a serene demeanor, "No rush."

"Sis, how much longer do you plan on keeping Uncle in the dark? They’re really worried about your love life."

Still fell for it.

The old ginger really is spicier.

But Luo Li’er wasn’t to blame.

Considering who laid the trap, being fooled isn’t shameful at all.

"They’ve been anxious for so long anyway. A little longer isn’t going to matter."

"..."

"..."

The air fell silent.

Luo Li’er couldn’t help but look at her senior.

But her senior wasn’t omnipotent, and with a helpless shrug, he indicated he couldn’t do anything about it.

"Sis, why don’t you say something? It’s obviously a good..."

Luo Li’er paused.

Is it really a good thing?

Not necessarily.

She still knew nothing about that guy.

Having money and status doesn’t equate to having good character.

And what about his looks?

Thinking of Westerners being hairy all over made Luo Li’er uncomfortable, not to mention black people. She was even resistant to white people. Unlike some women who idolize foreigners, she still found Eastern men more pleasing to the eye.

"How old is he?"

Luo Li’er asked with concern, really worried that her sister might blurt out a forty or fifty-year-old.

Though such things aren’t surprising in today’s times, she still felt a bit unable to accept it.

Pei Yunxi didn’t reply, but looked at Jiang Chen, already having developed a path dependency.

"Thirty-three."

Jiang Chen replied effortlessly.

Director, after all.

If he doesn’t take charge, who will?

Thirty-three?

Luo Li’er secretly breathed a sigh of relief. Of course, even if that guy turned out to be an old man, she couldn’t vehemently oppose it, as ultimately it’s her sister’s private matter, and she, as a younger sister, has no right to interfere. But fortunately, that dreadful scenario didn’t occur.

Achieving such high accomplishments at this age is already considered young.

"...Is he handsome?"

Luo Li’er tentatively asked again.

"Shallow."

Jiang Chen chuckled, "What use are good looks? You can’t live off them. Only young girls like you care about these things; mature women like your sister don’t concern themselves with that. Aren’t handsome guys abundant in the entertainment industry? The most important thing for a man is if he can provide material security, emotional value, and a sense of safety."

Eloquent and skillful.

But ultimately reasonable.

Luo Li’er gazed at him, "Senior, my sister already has a boyfriend, so why are you flattering her?"

Jiang Chen was surprised, then laughed as if not catching the hidden meaning in Luo Li’er’s words, "I’m not flattering her. Your sister’s excellence is evident to all. So don’t worry, she will definitely take good care of herself."

Luo Li’er gently sighed.

"What is it? Didn’t you always want your sister to date? Now that your wish has come true, shouldn’t you be happy?"

Luo Li’er forced a smile, "I’m happy, but..."

Her tone lowered.

"Why does it have to be a foreigner..."

Jiang Chen was intrigued.

Having seen many girls who admire foreigners, suddenly encountering someone like Luo Li’er, who is biased against them, was a novelty.

"You don’t like foreigners?"

Luo Li’er sneakily glanced at her sister and dared not speak directly, "No, I just think our country’s men are quite good too. And some of them are really excellent."

"Indeed."

Jiang Chen nodded, then with a similar sigh, "It’s all about fate, I guess. Your sister marrying abroad does feel somewhat of a loss for us Shen Zhou men, a kind of national shame too."

"Do you know what you’re saying?"

Pei Yunxi chimed in.

Wearing a mask for too long can easily make one forget it’s not their real face.

Many actors struggle to break free for this reason.

It seemed Jiang Chen was caught in such a problem, unknowingly swept into the act, deeply absorbed.

Fortunately, Pei Yunxi reminded him in time.

"Sorry about that."

Luo Li’er didn’t notice anything unusual and exchanged looks with Jiang Chen. Their eyes met, sparking a "great minds think alike" moment.

However.

What difference does it make if they both think it’s a pity?

Whom she dates is her sister’s choice, and no one can force that upon her.

"Sigh."

Luo Li’er shook her head, murmuring to herself, "So disappointing."