Chapter 90 He Saw Her

Chapter 90

This wasn't the first time the three of them had gone on a trip, but Jin Ran still took it very seriously.

Specifically, she linked a location-sharing app to Jiang Xuli's phone: "Wei Ya said the venue for this celebration banquet is very large, so I won't get lost."

Jiang Xuli let the woman play with his phone, deliberately misinterpreting her meaning: "Don't worry, I won't lose you."

Jin Ran rolled her eyes, too lazy to argue with a little brat.

Don't think she didn't notice that when she said she could take him along, the corners of his mouth were practically turned up to the back of his head.

Jiang Mingxu looked at it for a while, then handed over his phone with interest: "Give me one too, you know the password."

Jin Ran simply waved her hand and pulled the three of them into the same group.

After the location sharing is installed, you will see small red dots representing the three people in the group. Because the three people are close together, the three red dots are now close together, and two of them are even overlapping.

Upon arrival, Director Chen spared no expense for his comeback film, arranging a celebratory banquet at a mountain resort hotel.

The meticulously manicured hedge maze meandered through the woods, with fountains and sculptures scattered among them. If you weren't careful, you would lose sight of the guide. Just as she was hesitating, her right hand was suddenly enveloped in warmth. Jiang Mingxu naturally took her hand and said, "Stay close."

Jiang Xuli stood on her other side and said exaggeratedly, "Dad, you've got to hold on tight. I don't want to come back looking for someone again."

The three walked side by side, the tall figures of the father and son like two solid barriers, protecting Jin Ran in the middle, looking like the concave letter U from a distance.

As soon as Jin Ran stepped into the celebration banquet hall, she heard someone call her: "Miss Jin! Over here!" Turning her head, she saw Wei Ya walking quickly towards her, lifting her skirt, with a young man in a dark blue suit beside her.

The man had distinct features, and when he smiled, there was a small beauty mark at the corner of his eye. Jin Ran couldn't help but glance at him a few more times.

Wei Ya plays the role of the fourth female lead in the drama, with a role that is basically the same as the third female lead. Today, she also put a lot of thought into her outfit, wearing a champagne-colored dress with an emerald jewelry headpiece and crystal shoes, which made her look elegant and classic.

Many directors and producers have already taken notice, and they will likely extend an olive branch to Wei Ya when the opportunity arises.

Realizing this, Jin Ran felt both grateful and gratified.

As a transmigrator who is familiar with the plot, the female protagonist of the novel is almost like a paper doll she has "watched" grow up. Now that she has witnessed Wei Ya getting better and better, how could she not be happy?

Even the characters in the book, confined by the words, are breaking free from predetermined endings and moving towards a better future.

However, given her recent experience as a wealthy wife, Wei Ya's haute couture gown and jewelry must have cost at least six figures. Although Wei Ya's acting fees are not low now, she probably wouldn't be so extravagant.

Thinking of this, she gave the man another meaningful look.

Jiang Mingxu, who had been standing calmly beside Jin Ran, finally raised his eyes, his sharp gaze falling on the person opposite him.

Chen Baisong sensed something, frowned slightly and looked over. Their eyes met, one sharp and shrewd, the other unfathomable.

After a brief eye contact, the two nodded to each other in tacit agreement, and then looked away.

Jin Ran was completely unaware of this little incident.

After meeting her best friend, men had to take a backseat. She and Wei Ya whispered together for a long time, and no one knew what they said. Then she turned around and abandoned the Jiang family father and son, waving her hand like a scumbag: "You guys have fun first. Xiao Ya and I are going to meet some people over there."

Jiang Mingxu looked somewhat helpless, but didn't stop him: "Okay, don't forget to turn on your phone."

The phone has a newly installed location sharing feature, which was originally intended for Jiang Xuli, but Jin Ran is using it first.

"knew."

Wei Ya also said to Chen Baisong, "Mr. Chen, thank you so much for your help this time. I will definitely do my best to cooperate in any way you need me in the future."

His tone was calm, yet somewhat formulaic, conveying a deliberate sense of detachment.

Jin Ran's ears immediately perked up.

Hmm? The male and female leads had a fight?

She suddenly remembered the plot of the book, where the "original body" had only one scene, where she acted as a passerby to provide a catalyst for the relationship between the male and female protagonists who were in conflict. After learning about the original body's experiences, the female protagonist suddenly realized her true feelings and took the initiative to reconcile with the male protagonist. The two had a heartfelt confession and contributed the passionate kiss under the moon that made readers scream with excitement.

She missed a famous scene, but somehow she encountered it again?

Although she was interested in checking in, Jin Ran hadn't forgotten her main task.

"That's President Jian."

Wei Ya led Jin Ran away from the crowded hall, making several turns until they reached a secluded corner, then pointed in a direction and said...

Jin Ran followed the gaze and indeed saw a strange middle-aged man.

She was certain she had never met the other person.

“These days, the next successor of the Jian family has been involved in one problem after another, the Jian Group’s stock price has fallen, and President Jian has been extremely busy. He probably found out something and asked several people to pass on his message that he wants to meet you.”

"You agreed?"

"No, he got the invitation from somewhere and came by himself."

Wei Ya is a very kind girl, but that doesn't mean she has no principles.

For example, she would never forgive Jian Er and her family for abusing their power and even harming their friends.

"...Jian Er has embezzled company funds and is also wanted for murder. The police have already taken him into custody, and he is unlikely to escape this time. However, it seems that this CEO Jian is still not giving up and is still trying to find a way out." Wei Ya carefully reminded him.

Jin Ran nodded knowingly.

She had heard Jiang Mingxu mention these things a few times, but she only felt the pain when she actually got hit. Jin Ran felt no pity for President Jian. Did he really know nothing about Jian Er's dirty deeds? The fact that the other party tolerated Jian Er and even actively covered for him showed that he didn't respect anyone else.

Merchants with such low moral character should be prepared to suffer the consequences.

Jin Ran had originally planned to meet that person, but suddenly lost all interest and left with Wei Ya without showing up.

He made an excuse when he left, and since it wasn't appropriate to go back right away, he took advantage of the situation and, through Wei Ya's connections, got to know several veteran actors in the entertainment industry, and even greeted Director Chen.

Upon seeing her in person, Director Chen expressed his regret: "Ms. Jin, are you really not interested in acting?"

Jin Ran found it amusing that after others learned of her identity, they often treated her with respect out of consideration for Jiang Mingxu's status, but Director Chen was solely focused on art: "I have no such plans for the time being."

Director Chen misunderstood and frowned: "If President Jiang is unwilling, this old man will go and talk to him! What era are we living in? Still so old-fashioned!"

This is truly a miscarriage of justice for Jiang Mingxu.

Jin Ran felt somewhat helpless about this matter.

It was only after attending several banquets that she realized Jiang Mingxu's reputation in the industry seemed rather terrifying—cold-blooded, a living devil, a business executioner…

Although Jiang Mingxu was mostly calm in front of her, calmness did not mean indifference; the man's true nature revealed his sensitivity and thoughtfulness.

“My husband respects my career plans,” Jin Ran felt it was necessary to clear Jiang Mingxu’s name. Perhaps their relationship had changed, and so had their mindset. She didn’t want Jiang Mingxu, who had gone through so much, to be misunderstood again.

Even if the man doesn't care.

"I've been teaching a competition class lately, so I really haven't been able to find the time."

Seeing her sincere expression, Director Chen finally believed her and sighed regretfully, "Alright, if Miss Jin changes her mind later, she can come to me anytime."

There was no need to refuse, so Jin Ran readily agreed.

After all, who can predict the future? Maybe one day she'll want to experience acting.

Wei Ya seemed to have been quiet since just now.

After saying goodbye to Director Chen, the two went to the outdoor balcony on the second floor. The night breeze gently blew away the sounds of clinking glasses and the revelry below, leaving only a faint background noise. The entire banquet scene was laid out before them.

Jin Ran subconsciously searched through the crowd.

Strangely enough, as if guided by some unseen force, she actually found Jiang Mingxu in the vast crowd.

The man, dressed in a dark blue suit, possessed a striking and distinguished air about him, with broad shoulders and a narrow waist, making him impossible to ignore at first glance.

As he was talking to someone, the cufflinks on his wrist gleamed subtly under the lamplight—they were the ones Jin Ran had personally picked out for him that afternoon.

Just then, fireworks exploded in the sky, illuminating the night with a dazzling display of light. At that moment, Jiang Mingxu seemed to sense something and looked up.

Amidst the deafening sounds of gongs and drums, Jin Ran heard her heart pounding in her left chest.

Through the shadows of many people, she couldn't actually see his expression, but she had a gut feeling that he had seen her.

...

"Miss Jin really likes President Jiang."

Wei Ya's voice, like her, had a cool, clear quality, like the tinkling of a spring.

Jin Ran turned her head to the side: "Why do you say that?"

“Every time, your eyes immediately fall on President Jiang, and President Jiang does the same.” After a pause, Wei Ya continued, “And when Director Chen said something before, you immediately chose to believe President Jiang.”

Jin Ran herself hadn't noticed this detail. After thinking for a moment, she replied, "It's probably because I'm a rather arrogant person."

Upon hearing this, Wei Ya looked puzzled.

"I trust myself more than others. I trust what I see with my own eyes and my judgment of men."

"But... what if I'm mistaken?"

This question is less about Jin Ran and more about asking yourself.

Jin Ran blinked.

She didn't know why the male and female leads had a conflict, nor did she know if the two would make up tonight without the "original body" appearing. She just answered casually, "Wrong? So be it. I don't need him. Does my life have to be ruined just because I misjudged someone?"

"I have hands and feet, I can do what I like, go where I like, and I can support myself, so why should I be afraid?"

Her bright and flamboyant smile, with her eyes slightly upturned like a proud cat, exuded a carefree and unrestrained charm that left Wei Ya momentarily stunned.

If you misread it, you misread it.

Jin Ran got more and more excited as she spoke, eager to pass on all her experience to the female lead: "Besides, there are plenty of men in the world; out with the old, in with the new."

As soon as she finished speaking, Jin Ran saw Wei Ya's somewhat embarrassed expression and suddenly had a bad feeling. She turned around and met Jiang Mingxu, who had just walked up.

The man looked at her and raised an eyebrow: "Out with the old, in with the new?"