Chapter 8
"Oh." Wen Zhenni sighed, looking helpless.
Why does everyone who sees her ask her if she is planning to get a divorce?
"We agreed before we got married that if we married, we would live together sincerely, but I had to wait for him for three years. If he agreed, we would get married."
"So you agreed?" Xi Miao found it unbelievable.
Wen Zhenni didn't understand. "Why not agree? Good resources are hard to come by. If I don't take it, it will be given to others."
Mingxia scooped out a fish ball for her and told her the truth, "You two have been separated for a long time, so it's no wonder others think too much."
"There's nothing wrong with separation." Xi Miao spread his hands. "A husband who doesn't come home, endless money to spend, or two of it. Ni Bao isn't even thirty yet, and she's already living the life a woman most hopes for."
"..." Wen Zhenni didn't want to explain too much about those groundless rumors. "It's all in the past. Now that he's back, I have to settle down and officially return to my married life."
Xi Miao sipped his wine. "Come to think of it, aren't you worried that he'll lose his mind and get into trouble with other women while he's abroad?"
There are so many couples in this circle who are incompatible but not harmonious at heart. Everyone knows how extravagantly each of them indulges.
"Then you underestimate my man."
For some reason, Wen Zhenni believed in Ciheng from the bottom of her heart and was completely confident in him. "He comes from a family like this, and he's experienced all kinds of wealth, fame, and fortune. How could he be easily tempted by the world of pleasure?"
"And I'm not bad either."
She counted on her fingers, "I'm beautiful, intelligent, ambitious, emotionally fulfilled, and I can even earn a living to support my family. Tell me, for a girl as outstanding as me, is only a man with superior genes worthy of her?"
Although it was a bit exaggerated, Mingxia nodded in agreement, "Zhen Ni is right."
Looking at his two naive friends, Xi Miao shook his head in disdain, "Emotions really do blind the heart."
During all the years they knew each other, she racked her brains but still couldn't figure out what it was about the young and famous Wen Zhenni that she saw in Ciheng.
That person is reserved, straight, and arrogant.
Even if you have a good appearance and enough wealth to live comfortably, it should not be the only option.
"Is your married life harmonious now? Do you have any practical experience after returning to China?"
Compared to the illusory happiness, Xi Miao was more concerned about her best friend's health. "After a long drought, it's like a drop of rain. Haven't I squeezed you dry these days?"
The meatballs were very hot and Wen Zhenni's lips were burned.
Although they were used to Xi Miao's straightforwardness, the two were still choked by her outspokenness.
Seeing their bewildered looks, Xi Miao was extremely shocked. "You're not just chatting under the quilt, are you? Nibao, is it you who can't do it, or is it him? Don't be embarrassed, I know an authoritative andrologist and I'll introduce him to you."
Wen Zhenni: "..."
It's not that it's not possible, it's that it's absolutely possible.
She hesitated for a moment and changed the subject abruptly, "...I want to eat boneless goose feet."
The goose paw was on Mingxia's side, and Mingxia pushed it into the hot pot. "Don't show off your experience. Eat quickly. Zhenni has to film tomorrow morning."
If we continue, it will become a restricted topic and not suitable for children.
After eating hot pot, it was already late, so a few people simply cleaned up the garbage and waited for the workers to come and clean the table tomorrow.
"It's been a long time since we had such a happy gathering."
After washing up, the three of them, who had eaten and drunk their fill, lay side by side on the big bed in the guest bedroom.
When talking about his time in college, Xi Miao, who was drunk, couldn't stop talking like pouring beans.
She was the one who talked the most, and she was also the one who fell asleep first.
Listening to the snoring next to her, Wen Zhenni whispered to Mingxia, "How are the preparations for your studio going?"
"Almost done. Let's pick an auspicious day and get ready to open."
Mingxia studies fashion design. She is two years older than them and is not in the same class as them.
They met in a charity organization. Because they had similar personalities and interacted more often, they naturally became good friends.
After graduating from university, Mingxia worked as a designer in a well-known domestic clothing company. With her own abilities, she won many awards and made her mark in the industry.
After accumulating a certain amount of resources, she thought carefully and decided to create her own brand, so she resigned last year and began to prepare for a clothing studio.
Xi Miao invested in her studio, so she doesn't have to worry about funds. Wen Zhenni can provide her with plenty of fashion resources.
"Tell me in advance when the business opens, and I will definitely attend."
"I won't forget you." Mingxia urged her to go to bed. "You have to get up early tomorrow, so go to sleep."
It is normal for actors to get up at three or four in the morning and finish work late at night, so any extra rest they can get is a blessing.
Wen Zhenni didn't drink much, but she still felt a little dizzy. She said good night to Mingxia and went back to the master bedroom to rest.
Orange came at six in the morning.
When he found out that she had secretly eaten hotpot in the middle of the night, he went crazy and went crazy.
"Sister, why can't you control your mouth?"
"If Sister Haoran knew you were eating and drinking like crazy, she would definitely scold us both to death."
"Hurry, let me see your face. Make sure it's not swollen."
Wen Zhenni was so sleepy that she couldn't even open her eyes, so Chengzi pulled her out of the quilt.
"Orange, let me sleep for another minute... just one minute."
She was about to lie back down, but Chengzi quickly grabbed her.
I held my face and looked left and right. It was okay, no big problem.
Orange patted his chest and breathed a sigh of relief. The swelling was not obvious and it would be fine after applying a hot towel.
"Hurry up, sister, or we won't have breakfast."
Regardless of whether she was awake or not, Chengzi pulled her out and pressed her against the sink. "We still have an hour left, so we need to finish this quickly. No aerobic exercise today."
I put a toothbrush with toothpaste squeezed into her mouth, then put some hot water in it, wet a towel, and used the hot towel to simply reduce the swelling.
When Chengzi put the makeup mask on, Wen Zhenni was still yawning in a daze.
A phone call came in and she fumbled to swipe the answer button.
"Hello."
With the phone pressed to my ear, the familiar deep male voice flowed through me like an electric current, making my heart numb.
"Moved to Xiangshan Road?"
"Um."
Her nasal voice was hoarse and her throat was dry. She took the mineral water that Orange gave her and took a sip.
The cold water rushed into my stomach, and the moment the cold and heat stimulated my chest, I finally woke up completely.
"Huh? Y-You're back?!"
She glanced at the time on the screen and saw it was just past six.
Rushing back at this point is not like his style.
"Why didn't you tell me you were coming back?"
She covered the microphone and complained in a breathy voice.
"Why, I can't see anyone?"
Ciheng returned to Tianhai in the early morning. He had just landed and had not rested yet. He asked the driver to go off work and drove back to Zhangyuan by himself, but was told that Wen Zhenni had moved to Xiangshan Road.
When the call was made, the Bentley Mulsanne had just been backed into the underground garage.
"It's not that I can't see you, it's that I can't. Xi Miao and Ming Xia are here with me, it's not convenient for you to come up."
The hot pot we made last night hasn’t been cleaned up yet, and Orange is also there.
If he showed his face, how would she explain the presence of a living, grown man in her residence?
Friend? Brother?
Tell one lie and you will have to cover it up with a hundred lies.
The thought of having to explain so much made her scalp tingle.
"Well, don't move. I'll be down to find you soon."
She took a down jacket and went out. Seeing that the other side didn't say anything, she whispered to him coquettishly, "Is it okay?"
The person on the other end of the line was breathing heavily, and it was obvious that he had taken a deep breath.
After a pause of a few seconds, he finally compromised and said, "Garage."
"Okay, give me two minutes."
Wen Zhenni opened the door, and Chengzi chased after her, "Sister, where are you going? It's too late."
There was no time to explain. She said, "Pack your things. I'll wait for you in the car."
She put on the hood of her down jacket, came out of the elevator, and saw a Bentley Mulsanne with three license plates hanging in the parking space.
I ran over with my hat covering my hand, and found the driver's seat where Ciheng was sitting.
“How do you drive yourself?”
Ci Heng gestured for her to get in the car, "Give the driver a day off."
Wen Zhenni got into the passenger seat and leaned over to hug his hand. "You came to see me as soon as you landed? Did you miss me?"
Ciheng coughed lightly and said insincerely, "Grandma asked me to come."
Wen Zhenni didn't get angry with him. She rubbed her cheek against his shoulder and said, "But I miss you."
The ending tone rose softly, which was her usual tone when she was acting coquettishly.
Although it was just sweet words that came out of his mouth.
Ciheng suppressed the corners of his mouth that had been curled up, turned his head to look at her, and found that his hair had been dyed back to black. He couldn't help but take a few more glances.
Then he opened the armrest box and took out a dark green velvet box. "This is for you."
"What?"
Wen Zhenni took the box and opened it with anticipation.
"Wow!"
A striking bright green catches the eye.
The center stone is a 30-carat emerald cut into a teardrop shape, surrounded by a halo of pear-shaped diamonds and platinum.
The color is captivating and the clarity is impeccable.
If I remember correctly, it was the emerald brooch from the Muzo mine.
The brooch is very beautiful and has a high collection value.
Wen Zhenni liked it very much. She held the man's face and kissed him. "It's a beautiful gift. Thank you, husband. It goes perfectly with the dress for our anniversary."
Taihua Group is celebrating its 80th anniversary this year, and she will definitely attend.
However, because of her secret marriage, she was publicly an invited celebrity guest.
The official list of invited stars has not yet been announced, but her invitation letter was delivered at the beginning of the month, and her schedule for that day has been cleared in advance.
"How long will it take to shoot the movie?" asked Ciheng.
"It'll take about a week."
Wen Zhenni finished admiring the brooch and closed the box. "Please take it back to Zijin Bay Villa for me and put it in the treasure room. I'll try it again when I get home."
"Um."
The man responded in a low voice, and suddenly called her full name, "Wen Zhenni."
"What's wrong?"
Wen Zhenni put the box away and turned her head subconsciously. The man's face was already very close.
He leaned his upper body and was suddenly very close to her.
Her bright and sharp facial features were so impactful, and it felt unfair to be so close to her.
Wen Zhenni's heart was pounding, and she subconsciously shrank back, but he grabbed her shoulders and dragged her back.
The breath that was coming towards her was clearly cold, but she always felt like there was a fire burning in her bones, burning her so much that she forgot to move. She stood there in a daze, letting the breath fall on her face.
The atmosphere seemed a little dangerous.
She realized what she was about to do, and unbearably raised her palms to push the chest that was blocking her, "Not now... I still have to film."
Through the suit, her fingers seemed to be lighting fire, burning people's throats dry.
"One minute."
Regardless of whether she agreed or not, the man had already pinched her chin and kissed her.
Wen Zhenni, who was not fully prepared, whimpered twice, and her voice was completely swallowed up.
"Don't, don't do it here. It's not good for people to see us."
"Won't."
The Xiangshan Road Apartments are a place where every inch of land is worth a lot of money. Only celebrities from all walks of life can live here, and the owners enjoy the best privacy services.
The decision to purchase this property was made taking into consideration the special nature of her profession.
Ciheng grabbed the person's wrist and held him in his arms domineeringly.
Wen Zhenni was held between his hard chests, like delicious fresh meat on a chopping board, lying limply on his arms.
He is the kind of person who does whatever he wants and no one can stop him.
"Then hurry up."
Wen Zhenni couldn't resist and let the man take her hand, put it around her shoulders and around his neck.
This kiss lasted far longer than a minute, and when they were released after a long time, their lips were already numb.
The phone in her pocket kept vibrating, and Orange's urgent call reminded her that she had to leave.
Wen Zhenni broke free from his arms and tidied her clothes.
Before getting off the car, she rubbed Ciheng's slightly tired face and said, "You should go to the hotel to rest for a while. Don't drive yourself. Let the driver pick you up. Come back early in the evening."
"Yeah." Ciheng responded stiffly.
"Then I'm leaving."
Wen Zhenni waved through the car window and started a 100-mile sprint holding her cell phone.
Watching her leaving the elevator in a panic, Ciheng smiled helplessly, took the phone and called Lin Nuo.
Xiangshan Road is located in a bustling area, and there is a five-star hotel owned by Taihua nearby.
He rested in the hotel for half a day and got up in the afternoon to deal with work.
Lu Fangyang called to inform him that the incident of the Beicheng factory had started to ferment online and was gaining quite a lot of attention, so he needed to go to the headquarters.
He arrived at Taihua headquarters at two o'clock, and Lu Fangyang briefly explained the situation to him.
"The company's reputation has been damaged, and shareholders are now furious. The board of directors and supervisors have also proposed convening an extraordinary shareholders' meeting to discuss countermeasures."
"Now all the shareholders are here, waiting in the conference room for me to preside over the meeting."
It is understandable that shareholders are emotional, and what we need to do now is to appease them first.
"Got it. I'll attend the meeting."
Ciheng unbuttoned his coat and, before entering the conference room, instructed Lu Fangyang, "Release the statement as planned. Have the PR department monitor public opinion promptly and respond flexibly to minimize the impact before it becomes a hot topic."
Lu Fangyang: "Understood, I'll let them know right away."
Ciheng threw his coat to his secretary and walked into the meeting room.
Regarding this incident, he came forward to explain to the company's directors and announced the final punishment results. He also expressed his determination to optimize the internal management system after taking over.
An hour later, the group's official account released a statement on the platform, admitting its mistake and apologizing for the incident, and promising to assume all penalties. To prevent similar incidents from happening again, the company pledged to strengthen confidentiality education and training for employees.
It was also announced that Ciheng will officially take over as CEO of Taihua Group headquarters at the company's 80th anniversary celebration.
After this statement was released, it and another hot search "Taihua employee arrested" topped the overall list, sparking heated discussions online.
This involves the company's credibility and has a significant impact. In addition, the remarks of some big Vs in the hot searches avoid the important issues and deliberately blur the key points, which can easily create a bad preconceived impression. It will not be so easy to settle the online public opinion in a short time.
And competing companies are likely to take advantage of the opportunity to cause trouble.
Sure enough, before ten o'clock in the evening, a rumor about Tzu-Heng's divorce suddenly became a hot search.
At that time, Wen Zhenni was still filming and was scolded by the director.
I had two scenes with the female lead in the evening, but I couldn't control my emotions well and kept making NGs.
"Do you know how to act? If you can't, don't be an actor. Go back to singing your songs."
The director was notoriously bad-tempered. No matter how famous she was or how brilliant her stage performance was, if she didn't perform well, he would still criticize her harshly.
We've been rushing to finish filming today, and we can't leave until we're done, which wastes the entire crew's time. Although they didn't say anything, their expressions showed resentment.
Wen Zhenni felt quite guilty, so she asked Chengzi to order McDonald's and milk tea and invited all the cast and crew members.
During the days of filming, she never had a quarrel with anyone. Her professionalism and humility were obvious to all. Generally speaking, she had a good relationship with people and no one would embarrass her.
Seeing that she had such a good attitude, the director calmed down a little and softened his tone.
"You can't always play yourself. You have to understand the character's motivations, figure out her inner thoughts, and fully grasp her personality. Got it?"
Wen Zhenni nodded, admitting her mistake sincerely, "Thank you, Director Zhong. I will study the script carefully."
Director Zhong took a deep breath and looked at the time. Tonight's class was indeed a bit long.
"Call it a day, and try to find the feeling yourself."
"Okay, no problem. Thank you for your hard work, Director Zhong. Thank you for your hard work, everyone."
Wen Zhenni looked well-behaved. After saying hello to the staff, she fled from the evil spirit without a moment's delay.
"So scary." Orange was tense the whole time and didn't dare to breathe.
She put her down jacket on Wen Zhenni and complained softly, "Director Zhong is so fierce today."
Who says it isn't.
Wen Zhenni was so frightened that she slapped her chest and said, "My heart is about to jump out of my chest."
But Director Zhong was not wrong in scolding her. She hasn't made any breakthroughs in her acting in the past two years and has significant shortcomings in her performance.
"Little Orange, is my comprehension ability that poor?"
After filming today, Wen Zhenni even started to question her life.
"Sister, don't underestimate yourself. You are a top student from a 985 university."
If it were someone else, with this endorsement, they would have bought a hundred or eighty hot searches to create marketing momentum.
Orange was afraid that she would let her mind wander, so she unscrewed the thermos and handed it to her. "Drink some hot water to warm yourself up, and don't think about it. Who knows, you might wake up tomorrow with a burst of inspiration and make rapid progress."
"All right."
Wen Zhenni rubbed her shoulders. She was so tired that she almost died. She just wanted to put a big bed in front of her and lie down to take a deep sleep.
Let’s talk about other things tomorrow.
"By the way, sister, I've asked the cleaning staff to clean up the room."
"Yeah, okay."
Speaking of this, Wen Zhenni remembered that she hadn't looked at her phone for a day.
I don’t know when Xi Miao and Mingxia left in the morning.
She asked Chengzi for her phone and sent a WeChat message to Xi Miao.
Xi Miao replied with a question mark.
Then came a voice message: "Miss Wen, you didn't even look at the trending searches?"
"?"
Wen Zhenni walked into the changing room confused.
When I clicked on the trending search, I heard the two main actors gossiping after changing into their costumes.
"Did you see the trending search? The one about Taihua Group? I remember you're the spokesperson for one of their jewelry lines. That won't affect you, right?"
"The official statement explained that the situation isn't that serious. Besides, Taihua's PR team is a renowned gold medal team in the industry, so nothing will happen."
Taihua Group's hot searches...
This is like eating the melon at home.
Wen Zhenni quickly refreshed the page without even searching, the first piece of news that popped up was about Taihua Group.
Liu, a core employee of Taihua Group, was arrested at Tianhai Airport on charges of technology trafficking. To satisfy personal interests, Liu disregarded confidentiality regulations and the requirements of a signed confidentiality agreement, providing a large amount of core technology to an overseas company.
Such a big thing happened in the company, but Ciheng didn't tell her.
There are also rumors that he is divorced.
What the hell are they?
Wen Zhenni dialed Ciheng, but when she looked at the time, it was already early in the morning and everyone was probably asleep.
She canceled the call, didn't ask anyone from the studio to send her off, changed her costume, and drove back to Xiangshan Road by herself.
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