The fifth point is that to be truly powerful, you must have your own circle.
Gu Mingxia exuded a powerful aura, and her words made Zi Xi's face turn very ugly. She looked at Gu Mingxia coldly.
"Do you believe I really won't film anymore!"
"I believe you, but you also have to believe that if you dare not film, I will immediately send all the trouble you caused during filming and your deliberate breach of contract to gossip reporters. At that time, your acting career will be over, and don't blame me for not showing you any mercy!"
Her eyes were fixed on Zi Xi. After hearing Gu Mingxia's words, Zi Xi's expression changed unpredictably, and her gaze towards Gu Mingxia became filled with hatred.
"Don't tell me you lack professional ethics as an actor!"
Gu Mingxia threw one last sentence at Zixi and then showed no further intention of speaking. Zixi bit her lip, walked under the advertising tent where the shoot was taking place with great resentment, and glared at her hatefully.
"Don't expect me to do any more of your Maoguang's advertisements in the future!"
"Likewise!" Gu Mingxia looked displeased. After hearing Zi Xi's words, she turned to Make and shouted, "Make, keep filming! This commercial must be filmed well this afternoon. If Miss Zi Xi doesn't cooperate, we'll call it a day!"
As the saying goes, evil people will always be punished by evil people! Zi Xi thought that she could make Xiao Yan bow down to her by acting like a big shot, but she underestimated his methods. Xiao Yan didn't even need to show up; Gu Mingxia alone had her completely manipulated.
"Hey, Xiao Yan, your sister-in-law is pretty domineering!"
Liang Yuhao nudged Xiao Yan's arm and gave him a malicious smile.
Compared to a fiery woman like Gu Mingxia, Liang Yuhao felt he preferred the innocent, gentle type of woman. This fiery woman... he couldn't stomach it!
However, Xiao Yan's eyes were full of tenderness and affection, and he couldn't take his eyes off Gu Mingxia. He just liked the fiery Gu Mingxia. What was so great about that delicate, innocent woman? Chili peppers were much more flavorful!
"What's wrong with being assertive if I like it?"
Xiao Yan replied indifferently, then turned and walked out. He completely trusted Gu Mingxia to handle things here! After the divorce, Xiaxia began to gradually return to her former ways. This was the person he remembered!
"Xiao Yan, you're a masochist! What's so great about a strong woman? She's not cute at all!"
As Liang Yuhao spoke in a low voice, he turned to look at Gu Mingxia, who was constantly directing the filming. He imagined what a miserable scene it would be if he found a woman like that. He suddenly shuddered and thought he'd better get out of there quickly. Seeing too many women like that would give him nightmares!
Filming continued until 11 p.m., and Xu Ruixuan sat there until 11 p.m.
When Make announced that the last take was passed, Zi Xi had already stormed out of the area under the lights, while Gu Mingxia walked up to her with a smile.
"This is the six million for the later stage. Thank you, Miss Zixi, for your full cooperation today!"
"snort!"
Zi Xi snatched the check from Gu Mingxia's hand and left the film studio in a very unpleasant mood.
"Send the samples to my office tomorrow!"
Xu Ruixuan walked up to Gu Mingxia, coldly uttered those words, and then quietly left with his assistant.
"Make, thank you for your hard work today. We need to get the demo edited out tomorrow."
"No problem, it's my honor to shoot such a perfect advertisement!"
Gu Mingxia nodded, patted Make on the shoulder, and left the film studio.
When they returned to the villa, it was already one o'clock in the morning, and Xiao Yan was already asleep on the sofa.
For some reason, seeing the living room lights on and Xiao Yan waiting for her to return, Gu Mingxia felt a warm feeling flowing through her heart.
Perhaps, what she has always wanted is this kind of relationship: no matter how late she comes home, there will always be a light on for her, and someone waiting for her return.
"Don't you even know to go back to your room to sleep?!"
She grabbed a blanket from the side and covered Xiao Yan with it. Just as Gu Mingxia was about to get up and go upstairs, she felt a tightness behind her and fell into Xiao Yan's warm embrace.
Breathing in the faint scent of soap emanating from him, Gu Mingxia felt a gentle warmth on her lips.
"Having stayed up this late, is your stomachache better yet?"
"With you caring about me so much, I'd be willing to die from the pain!"
Xiao Yan nestled his head against Gu Mingxia's neck, greedily inhaling her scent. His soft breath brushed against Gu Mingxia's neck, and she tried to dodge, pushing Xiao Yan's head away.
"It's over, the itch is gone!"
Upon hearing this, Xiao Yan tightened his grip on her arm, as if afraid that if he let go, his beloved would fly away.
Gu Mingxia felt his force, and her body stiffened for a moment. Perhaps... he really hadn't forgotten her? But what were the chances of that?
Whether she should continue to reject his feelings or try to believe that he still truly loves her, Xiao Yan didn't know Gu Mingxia's thoughts; he simply held her tightly from behind.
His Xia Xia is truly amazing. Even the usually aloof Zi Xi and the cunning Xu Ruixuan were persuaded by her. Xiao Yan felt that falling in love with such a woman was something to be proud of.
"Xiaxia, you've had a tough day! It must have been exhausting facing Xu Ruixuan all by yourself!"
Nuzzling against Gu Mingxia's neck, Xiao Yan spoke gently. Gu Mingxia suddenly relaxed, letting Xiao Yan hug her from behind.
Is it hard work? It must be very hard work!
But no matter how hard it was, she didn't want to go back to the Gu family. Only when she didn't need anything from the Gu family could she have enough confidence to investigate the real cause of her mother and A-Dong's deaths.
To have that kind of confidence, she had to become strong, to have her own money and network of connections. Only then would she be confident enough to find out the truth.
"Of course I'll be tired, but thankfully Xu Ruixuan isn't as tough as people say!"
Gu Mingxia answered Xiao Yan casually, and Xiao Yan grasped Gu Mingxia's hand, letting her feel the strength in his grasp.
"Xiaxia, with me here, you won't have to work so hard anymore!"
He really wanted Gu Mingxia to live under his protection forever, to be a carefree young lady.
"What are you doing? I have hands and feet, why should I rely on you?"
Gu Mingxia released Xiao Yan's hand and left his warm embrace. Sometimes, warmth can make one lazy, but she had no right to be lazy while still investigating the cause of her mother and A Dong's deaths.
She shifted her position slightly, deliberately creating distance between herself and Xiao Yan. Having already enjoyed his warmth for a while, she knew she couldn't let herself be consumed by his tenderness forever. Sometimes, a woman can only live a more fulfilling life if she is strong.
"Xiao Yan, thank you for telling me that you still love me, but I have things to do, and until those are done, I don't think I'll be in the mood to think about relationships. So..."
"Xiaxia, you don't need to say anything, and don't feel any pressure. Whatever you want to do, I will accompany you until you fulfill your wish!"
Xiao Yan reached out and took Gu Mingxia's hand in his palm, speaking with a serious expression. His eyes were full of doting and love, but he did not put any pressure on her.
It would be a lie to say she wasn't moved. Gu Mingxia smiled gratefully at him and then pulled her hand away from his.
"Okay, I'm going to sleep now. I have an appointment with Director Li of the orphanage tomorrow morning to discuss the donation."
Gu Mingxia stood up and gave Xiao Yan a light, fleeting kiss on the cheek. This single kiss sent Xiao Yan's heart soaring to the clouds. It signified that Gu Mingxia had begun to accept him, but she wouldn't consider their relationship until she had fulfilled her wish.
That's good, because if she doesn't think about herself, she won't think about other people either!
Xiao Yan jumped up, humming a little tune as he entered the bedroom.
Both of them slept soundly that night. The next day, Gu Mingxia wore an extremely simple dress with her long hair draped behind her head. When she went downstairs, she saw Xiao Yan preparing breakfast and immediately smiled.
What should we eat this morning?
"Your favorite pan-fried dumplings and tofu pudding!"
Xiao Yan turned back and smiled at her. After they finished breakfast, Xiao Yan offered to accompany Gu Mingxia to the orphanage. Gu Mingxia thought about it and agreed to his suggestion.
They quickly drove to the orphanage in the city. Director Li and his men were already waiting for Gu Mingxia at the gate. Upon seeing her, they immediately greeted her with a smile.
“Miss Gu, on behalf of all the orphans in the orphanage, I thank you for your donation! You have no idea how timely your donation was; several orphans are currently waiting for this money to save their lives!”
Dean Li's words made Gu Mingxia frown. It turned out that there were many people in the orphanage who were waiting for money to save their lives!
"It would be my wish to help those homeless children. It's just...unfortunately, I don't have the ability to help them more right now!"
Gu Mingxia's words were filled with deep disappointment. Xiao Yan put his arm around her shoulder and looked at Dean Li as he slowly spoke.
“On behalf of Maoguang Group, I am donating 10 million yuan, which will be received together with Ms. Gu’s 6 million yuan.”
"Oh, thank you so much, President Xiao, for your kindness! Now those sick children can be saved!"
Dean Li gratefully grasped Xiao Yan's hand, his face full of surprise. What a wonderful day! Two benefactors had come to donate money.
"The most important thing is to be able to help those children!"
After delivering the check, the two left the orphanage together.
"Xiao Yan, you don't need to donate either!"
"It's okay, as long as you're happy! I noticed you were quite upset when you heard that those orphans didn't have money to save their lives!"
Xiao Yan spoke very casually; in his mind, he would do anything as long as Gu Mingxia was happy!
"Yes, those homeless children are really pitiful. We should help them however we can."
Just as Gu Mingxia was about to continue speaking, the phone suddenly rang. After answering it, her expression turned very unpleasant.
"Okay, remember, whatever you do, don't leak any information!"
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