Chapter 17
When Zhu Yu returned to the dormitory, Tan Lingling was also there, sitting at the desk under the bed with her computer screen black, as if she was waiting for someone.
"You're back?!"
Upon hearing the door open, Tan Lingling immediately jumped up and chased after Zhu Yu, affectionately helping Zhu Yu take off her bag and hang it up.
"Thank you so much for what happened last time. If it weren't for you and the other two classmates helping me out that day, I would have been dead!"
Tan Lingling scrutinized Zhu Yu with a bright smile, but her eyes were as dark as ink.
Seeing that Zhu Yu did not respond to her enthusiasm immediately, Tan Lingling's smile froze for a moment, but she immediately smiled even more enthusiastically, took the water glass from Zhu Yu's table, and poured her a glass of water.
"You've helped me so much, and I've been thinking about how to thank you these past few days. But I don't know the other two. How about this: I'll treat you all to a meal, and you can invite them to join us!"
Zhu Yu, who was indeed thirsty, naturally took the water that Tan Lingling poured and took a big gulp.
The person who received help wants to invite their benefactor to dinner.
This is a normal response from someone who knows how to repay kindness, so Zhu Yu ignored the vague unease he had sensed since entering the room.
Before this, the two had never had a close relationship; it wouldn't be an exaggeration to say they were like strangers meeting on the street.
Therefore, Zhu Yu naturally assumed that the slight sense of awkwardness was simply due to the discomfort caused by the sudden intersection between the two, which broke down their boundaries.
Roommates in the same dorm should look out for each other. Let bygones be bygones for those days when everyone was out of sight during off-peak hours!
"No problem, but Zhang Yuge seems to be quite busy lately, so I might not be able to get him to come out."
From Zhu Yu's perspective, it was impossible to fully see the savage glint in Tan Lingling's eyes when she heard the name she already knew in her heart.
She was seriously considering how to make this "thank you banquet" happen.
"I can accommodate your schedule, so please help me find a time when they are all available!"
Tan Lingling couldn't keep her smile to herself, so she quickly and attentively patted Zhu Yu's shoulder before indicating that she was going to wash up.
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The scream that Zhu Yu, Zhang Yuge, and Shi Ru heard after they left that day was from Tan Lingling.
How could someone like Zhou Ye possibly let go of a delicious meal he had already obtained just because of Shi Ru, with whom he already had a grudge?
As for Zhang Yuge, he wouldn't even give him a second thought.
Of the three, the only one he was willing to give any face to was probably the stunningly beautiful Zhu Yu.
The premise is that Zhu Yu is willing to play with him alone.
After the group left the room, Tan Lingling, as the culprit who had disturbed Zhou Shao's mood, was severely punished.
She stayed in the hotel for three days after that day before she had the strength to go back to school.
Fortunately, as a reward for her obedience, Young Master Zhou promised to give her a leading role in a drama series.
If she can accomplish what Zhou Ye asked her to do, it's not impossible for her to get a TV series or even a movie airing.
Thinking about what Zhou Ye had asked her to do, Tan Lingling had hesitated, and even when Zhu Yu pushed open the door and came in, she was still struggling with the decision.
Tan Lingling realized that if she really did that, she would never be able to go back.
However, it seems she never really had a chance to go back anyway.
It would be better to complete the task well, win Zhou Ye's favor, and exchange it for more resources, at least so that she can live a better life.
This thought reached its peak when Tan Lingling saw Zhu Yu calmly allowing her to serve her, helping her hang up her bag and pour water.
Why is it that when she was being humiliated on the ground, Zhu Yu was able to escape unscathed with the protection of two other people of equal status to the one who humiliated her?
Why is it that Zhu Yu spoke rudely, yet she is the one who suffers the consequences?
By what right? Just because he glanced at her, someone as beastly as Zhou Ye actually...
It's unfair, it's all unfair!
Tan Lingling was filled with anger, pain, and resentment. A complex mix of emotions overwhelmed her like a tsunami, pinning her to the beach.
The sand rubbed against her face, and the icy seawater corroded her body.
Heaven knows how much effort she had to exert to suppress the jealousy that almost possessed her when she was talking to Zhu Yu.
Hiding behind the opaque bed curtains, Tan Lingling curled herself up in the position of a fetus still in the womb.
After the initial surge of emotions subsided, a new emotion began to emerge.
Tan Lingling felt a pang of pain in her heart. Of course, she understood that all of this had nothing to do with Zhu Yu, but she dared not hate the real culprit.
Tan Lingling didn't even dare to show the slightest negative emotion in front of that person.
Because that person really would kill her.
But Zhu Yu was different; she was kind and compassionate.
Tan Lingling was stung by her own despicable actions, and buried her head in her arms, almost laughing out loud.
When will fate finally smile upon her?
Compared to Tan Lingling, whose thoughts were in turmoil and who cried herself to sleep, Zhu Yu's thoughts were much more peaceful as she lay in bed.
Are you interested in an encore performance of "Thunderstorm"?
After talking with his uncle and having dinner, Shi Ru returned to his room, and his uncle's words kept replaying in his mind.
As experienced as Shi Fangyue was, Shi Ru's hidden ulterior motives beneath his seemingly inattentive conversation were impossible to conceal.
At first, Shi Fangyue genuinely thought Shi Ru was interested in the entertainment industry, but after chatting for a while, he realized something was off.
It's clear that Shi Ru has indeed developed an interest in this field, but that's precisely where the problem lies.
His question was so specific, it was as if it were something happening to someone or something that had happened to them.
But Shi Fangyue felt that this was not a big deal.
It's not a big deal for a man to like an actress. With Shi Ru's status, he could even date a princess.
For a minor celebrity who hasn't made a name for himself yet, consider this a chance for him to get some experience and practice.
In Shi Fangyue's mind, the person who should be hooked up with Shi Ru should not be too nice.
Be a little greedy, a little vain, a little materialistic, and a little snobbish.
It would be even better if his nephew could fall flat on his face.
After all, even raw jade needs polishing to shine. Shi Ru's journey to where he is now has been far too smooth.
So, after realizing his little scheme, Shi Fangyue casually revealed a piece of information to him.
He was just waiting for Shi Ru to bring the person to him.
This play was a resource that Shi Ru obtained from his uncle. It was only when he watched the musical with Zhu Yu during the day that he learned that there was a hierarchy of contempt among actors.
And stage plays are at the very top of this hierarchy of contempt.
If Zhu Yu could get a chance to act in a stage play, she would be very happy, right?
Shi Ru thought this way, especially since the play was the famous "Thunderstorm".
"Thunderstorm is going to be re-run? How come I didn't receive any news about it!"
For a classic play of this caliber to be revived, the school teachers would definitely send a message asking them to attend.
However, apart from Shi Ru, Zhu Yu has not received any relevant information from any other source.
But given Shi Ru's status, the information he received was certainly not false.
"It's still in the preparation stage. Apart from the roles of Zhou Puyuan, Fanyi, Lu Shiping and Lu Dahai, the other main and supporting roles will be recast."
As he spoke, Shi Ru pushed a business card over: "This is the casting director for this project."
Zhu Yu had actually received the news yesterday that the film crew Zhang Yuge had introduced would officially start filming in two weeks. Originally, she shouldn't have taken on any other work at the same time.
But that's "Thunderstorm"!
Who could refuse a chance to act in the play "Thunderstorm"?
"Yes, thank you!!"
"By the way, my roommate Tan Lingling wants to invite you and Zhang Yuge to dinner. She's the girl from the karaoke bar last time."
Upon seeing this, Shi Ru frowned subconsciously. He disliked anyone who could be associated with Zhou Ye.
"No need, we didn't do anything. Your roommate, thank you is enough."
Zhu Yu thought about it. Originally, it was she who insisted on going in. Shi Ru and Zhang Yuge were just accompanying her. Moreover, many people were trying to get in touch with them, which Zhu Yu knew.
As someone who has successfully squeezed into the circle, Zhu Yu will undoubtedly become the breakthrough point for these people.
She couldn't let them break this rule.
Having convinced herself, Zhu Yu felt refreshed: "Want to play games? I haven't logged in for a long time. I want to try a different class."
"Okay, I'll go get someone."
“Shi Fangyue, stop taking Shi Ru with you to do your underhanded and despicable things. He is…”
After Shi Ru got up and left the restaurant, the atmosphere immediately turned cold.
Having been controlled by his sister his whole life, Shi Fangyue knew exactly what Shi Yaqian wanted to say the moment she put down her chopsticks.
"Sister, you can rest assured. I definitely won't let Shi Ru touch those things, but not touching them doesn't mean he can't know about them, right?"
Seeing that Shi Fangyue's expression was serious and not fake, Shi Yaqian was slightly relieved. Although Shi Fangyue was a bit unreliable, he was still her own nephew, and she wouldn't cheat him.
“It’s fine to understand. Even though he doesn’t use these things, we can’t let others use them to cheat him. You’re his uncle, so you need to pay more attention to this.”
Shi Yaqian is not married. Unlike Shi Fangyue, who has a stable marriage and many mistresses, she is very open and carefree, but no one can become a shackle to bind her.
Shi Ru was born of her own child. It doesn't matter who the father is; as long as it's confirmed that the mother is Shi Yaqian, that's enough.
However, to avoid her child suffering from a lack of family education, Shi Yaqian hired many tutors for him from a young age—all of them were boys.
Graduated from a prestigious university, and is physically strong.
Occasionally, I would develop a slight relationship with a few of them whom I had frequent contact with.
Shi Yaqian didn't care much about matters of love, so even when Shi Fangyue told her that Shi Ru might have someone he liked, she didn't think it was a big deal.
Love is just a tiny, insignificant seasoning in life, and her son will naturally be the same way.
Seeing that Shi Yaqian didn't care, Shi Fangyue knew that it would be difficult for Shi Ru and this girl to get together.
Even after seeing the information Shi Fangyue had sent to his assistant during dinner, Shi Fangyue still didn't have a good impression of Zhu Yu.
This girl is too beautiful, but her eyes are full of ambition, which is really unpleasant.
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