Born as a space beast, Shi Chu possessed a strong sense of self-preservation and was inherently selfish. She revelled in luxury, indulging in fine food and clothing. She rejected phrases like “su...
Chapter 912 Peach Blossom Demon Does Not Want to Sacrifice Herself for Others (9)
Wenwen clicked on a piece of news and stared at it in amazement. She then looked up at the portrait of Tao Shichu on the wall. Finally, she almost threw herself in front of the painting and finally saw Duan Jiuwei's chic and elegant signature in the lower right corner of the portrait.
She stared at the signature on Duan Jiuwei's painting being auctioned in the news on her mobile phone and the signature on Tao Shichu's painting, and finally confirmed in shock and disbelief that Duan Jiuwei who gave the painting to Tao Shichu was indeed the painter Duan Jiuwei whose painting sold for millions in the news.
"Shi Chu, you're rich! This painting of yours is worth millions." Wenwen was so excited that her voice broke.
Tao Shichu glanced at her calmly and said, "A few million dollars made you lose your composure? Which drama didn't I get paid more than him?"
"This, this is different. Duan Jiuwei is really a very famous painter, but most of his paintings are auctioned abroad. No wonder he doesn't seem to be famous in our country." Wenwen said while searching for Duan Jiuwei's information non-stop.
"Shichu, you are so proud to be the inspiration for such a famous painter." The more Wenwen searched for Duan Jiuwei, the more she sighed, "It is said that a painter's paintings are only valuable after he dies, but Duan Jiuwei's paintings were already very valuable when he was alive. This is much better than many of his predecessors, not to mention that he is still young and handsome."
Tao Shichu patted her head for fear of becoming infatuated, and said, "Wake up, no matter how powerful they are, it has nothing to do with us."
"How can it be okay? He gave you this portrait." Wenwen retorted. Suddenly, her eyes lit up. She looked Tao Shichu up and down and came up with a bold guess. "Oh my God! Could it be that he is attracted to such a beautiful woman like you? I heard that artists have very rich emotions and love to fall in love with the person they like, under the pretext of stimulating their creative interest. Is Duan Jiuwei the same?"
Tao Shichu nodded and said, "You still have some brains. Although he didn't directly say that he wanted to develop feelings with me, I can see that he just treats me as prey, even though he uses the name 'Muse of Inspiration' to beautify his behavior."
"Oh, forget it. Artists like these are very fickle and promiscuous. It's better to stay away from them. You're right. No matter how talented he is, he has nothing to do with us." Wenwen quickly came to her senses.
However, Duan Jiuwei is not someone who gives up easily. He is aware of Tao Shichu's cold attitude towards him, but he does not feel unhappy. He believes that the beauty has the qualifications and confidence to show such coldness to her suitor.
Taking advantage of his relationship with Mu Tinghai, he came to the crew of "Ask the King of Mountains and Rivers" every two or three days, treating everyone to drinks and snacks to win their hearts. He also found opportunities to show his courtesy to Tao Shichu every time. So after a few times, everyone knew that Mr. Mu's friend was very interested in Tao Shichu.
"Shichu, are you on good terms with Mr. Duan?" Lin Qingfeng, the actor who plays the male lead, asked Tao Shichu in a low voice during the break.
Tao Shichu quickly shook his head: "I have only met him a few times. I know him, but I am not familiar with him."
"So that's how it is." Lin Qingfeng nodded. "Every time he comes, he takes special care of you, as if he wants to pursue you. If you are not interested in him, then it's best to keep your distance. After all, we are actors, and if we are not careful and cause a scandal, it will affect our image."
Lin Qingfeng spoke very sincerely, and was really kind enough to give Tao Shichu advice. Tao Shichu would not fail to appreciate a kind person, so he said to Lin Qingfeng: "I know, thank you for your reminder."
"You're welcome. After all, if you create a scandal it will affect the crew." Lin Qingfeng smiled.
At this time, Wang Yuling, who had just finished filming her own scenes, came over. Seeing the two of them talking, she asked curiously, "What are you talking about?"
"Let's talk about Mr. Duan, a friend of President Mu." Lin Qingfeng glanced at Tao Shichu, and seeing that she didn't care, he spoke directly.
"Mr. Duan?" Wang Yuling's eyes lit up immediately. "He is very handsome, tall and mighty, and he is unrestrained with a bit of ruffian spirit. Shi Chu, do you like him? If you don't like him, then I will make a move."
"If he doesn't like it, just take action. This will divert his attention away from me." Tao Shichu said without hesitation.
"Then it's settled. I told you in advance, so it doesn't count as poaching your guy." Wang Yuling is a very straightforward woman. If she sees someone she's interested in, she'll make the move.
Lin Qingfeng couldn't help but give her a thumbs up: "Dare to love and hate! A big woman."
"Of course." Wang Yuling raised her head proudly and said.
Tao Shichu gave her a warm smile: "Then when Mr. Duan comes, you must seize the opportunity."
"Okay, okay..." Wang Yuling agreed immediately, "Men like him are exactly what I like."
So when Duan Jiuwei came to the crew again, he was pestered by Wang Yuling.
"Mr. Duan, what are you in? Are you doing business like Mr. Mu?" Wang Yulin asked Duan Jiuwei curiously and took the opportunity to sit next to him.
Duan Jiuwei couldn't help but move a little further away from her. As a man, he couldn't ignore a lady's question, so even though he was anxious to connect with Tao Shichu, he still patiently answered Wang Yuling: "I'm not a businessman, I'm a painter."
"Wow! Mr. Duan is a painter? Can you draw me?" Wang Yulin, like all ordinary people who know that someone around them is a painter, blurted out that she wanted her painter friend to draw her.
But Duan Jiuwei felt that this request was a bit difficult for him, because he was a painter with a strange personality. If it was not a person or thing that aroused his interest, he would not be interested in painting at all. But this time Wang Yulin raised this question so clearly, he felt embarrassed.
Fortunately, Wang Yuling was a person who knew how to read people's faces. She noticed Duan Jiuwei's reluctance and immediately chuckled, "I was just kidding. Mr. Duan, don't feel embarrassed. Otherwise, could you tell me what you've painted recently? It would be even better if you have photos. I can appreciate them with you."
Duan Jiuwei didn't really want to appreciate his paintings with her. After all, the reason he came to the crew was Tao Shichu. But now, not only did he not get to talk to Tao Shichu, he was also entangled by her and couldn't get away. This was not what he wanted.
So he shook his head and said apologetically: "My beautiful lady, I am very happy to appreciate my paintings with you, but now I have more important things to do. I hope you can understand me..."
"Do you have anything more important to do?" Wang Yuling asked somewhat unhappily. As a female star, she was usually flattered wherever she went. This time, she took the initiative but was still despised. She was very unhappy.
(End of this chapter)