Yang Leshan's expression instantly became panicked, her chest heaving, "Chen Xuan, what are you trying to do?"

"Let go of me! If you dare to mess around, I'll call someone."

Chen Xuan smirked, "Then the next line should be, 'Even if you scream at the top of your lungs, no one will come to save you?'"

Yang Leshan really got scared, struggling hard, "Chen Xuan, you need to consider the consequences."

Chen Xuan chuckled lightly and let go of Yang Leshan, "You've got it backwards. It's you who should think about the consequences of provoking me."

Seeing Chen Xuan not taking further action, Yang Leshan breathed a slight sigh of relief, "I knew you wouldn't dare, you're frightening me on purpose again."

Chen Xuan waved his hand, "It's not about daring or not, but rather I don't want to hurt you, understand?"

Humph!

Yang Leshan threw a disdainful look, "Stop making excuses for yourself. You're afraid of facing consequences, going to jail, ruining your prime years."

"But indeed, you're somewhat a gentleman, able to restrain yourself."

Ha ha!

Chen Xuan laughed out loud, "You're wrong again, buddy—I'm no gentleman."

"If you volunteer yourself, I certainly wouldn't refuse, but don't expect me to take responsibility for you."

"Jerk!" Yang Leshan blurted out, "I can't believe you had the nerve to say it! And with such righteousness!"

Chen Xuan wasn't angry at all, chuckled and said, "So, as long as you understand, don't seek thrills with me, playing this provoking game."

"Who's playing the provoking game with you? You really think I have feelings for you? Such a narcissist!" Yang Leshan got up, rolled her eyes, wrapped her towel tighter, and walked into the bedroom.

Chen Xuan just smiled without saying more.

That night, Yang Leshan lay in bed unable to sleep, with the image of Chen Xuan repeatedly flashing in her mind.

She wasn't even sure if she liked Chen Xuan; she just felt a strange curiosity, wanting to further understand his inner world.

The next morning, after breakfast, they drove to the company.

"Brother Chen."

Liu Wei approached with a smile, looking delighted.

Chen Xuan smiled and nodded, "Well, seeing you come out of the shadow truly makes me feel happy for you."

"This is thanks to Brother Chen's patient advice, which helped me greatly."

Liu Wei smiled gratefully, "I'm heading to the set now and hope to someday treat you to a meal."

"No need to be so formal, just focus on your acting. I believe you'll become a shining star in the future." Chen Xuan said encouragingly, smiling.

Arriving at the office building, Yang Leshan whispered, "Chen Xuan, I think you're intentionally belittling yourself."

"You're definitely not the jerk you pretend to be; that truth can't fool me."

Oh?

Chen Xuan grinned playfully, "Why do you say that? You don't truly know me."

"Don't I have eyes? Do you really think I'm all bust and no brains..."

Yang Leshan glared at him, "Take Liu Wei for instance, she's totally captivated by you. If you wanted to, I'm guessing she wouldn't refuse."

"But you've never crossed that line, never hurt Liu Wei. Also, the situation last night, you said you didn't want to hurt me."

"So, I can conclude, you're definitely not someone who toys with girls' feelings and uncaringly shirks responsibility!"

Chen Xuan chuckled, "What's your point? Could it be you're falling for me?"

"Tonight we might as well get a room, let's see if I'll be responsible afterward. Don't think you know me too well."

Humph!

Yang Leshan rolled her eyes, "Am I crazy to get a room with you?"

"Loving you would be the biggest joke! You can never catch my eye; you're way below my standards."

"Hmm, that's even better." Chen Xuan smiled and nodded.

Yang Leshan was instantly infuriated again, feeling Chen Xuan's flippant attitude was annoying.

He was full of riddles, impossible to see through.

Increasingly, she found herself deeply curious about Chen Xuan.

...

That afternoon, Zhang Biao came to the office excitedly, holding a gourd with grasshoppers in it.

"President Du, I've found the grasshoppers you wanted! Absolute premium!"

"This one is a Green Champion!"

Du Yuzhe took it to examine and nodded with a smile, "Hmm, the quality is indeed quite good!"

"I'm sure President Cheng will like it! Let's go find President Cheng to handle big matters!"

They immediately drove to Film City management, Cheng Kai's office.

"President Cheng, knowing your love for grasshoppers, I've brought you a top-notch one."

Du Yuzhe took it out to show Cheng Kai.

Cheng Kai was instantly overjoyed, "Brother Du, you've gone to great lengths for me! Giving me such a grand gift!"

"Is there something you want from me? Just say the word, our years of friendship make it easy."

Du Yuzhe smiled and said, "Actually, I do have a favor to ask. Please, President Cheng, don't open the shooting grounds for New Moon Entertainment Company."

"Consider it done, I thought it was something complicated." Cheng Kai immediately nodded, "Leave it to me!"

"Good, thank you, President Cheng."

Du Yuzhe smiled broadly, stood up, and left without lingering.

A few days later, after the crew completed outdoor filming, they needed to move to Film City to shoot the remaining scenes.

But then they were notified that Film City refused them entry and wouldn't provide shooting grounds.

Li Jieming felt quite helpless and had to report the matter to Lin Wanxi over the phone.

Lin Wanxi frowned, "Film City doesn't allow us shooting grounds? What's going on here?"

"Logically, it shouldn't be like that! Why are they doing this?"

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