Chapter 45 Aren’t married women more attractive?
Su Li was too shy to speak, so she naturally couldn't call him "Dad". Things were different now. Before, when nothing happened between her and Zhou Jinbai, she could call him "Dad" calmly, but not now.
She found that Zhou Jinbai was becoming more and more shameless. He knew very well what she was afraid of, but he still deliberately provoked her. There was an insurmountable ethical issue between them, and yet he asked her to call him "Dad".
It can only be said that once a man's evil taste comes up, he will not think about any consequences, and he may even forget how to write the word shame. However, she really likes to see Zhou Jinbai going crazy in bed. There is a kind of blood and madness that disappears when he gets out of bed.
Naturally, her relationship with Zhou Jinbai would not be severed easily. Even if they were still secretive, at least for now, no one had any thoughts of breaking up. Although Zhou Jinbai said those words to her out of anger, she knew that he was reluctant to let her go.
What man would easily give his woman to someone else? It's heartbreaking just thinking about it. Moreover, she found that Zhou Jinbai was quite extreme in matters of the heart. He either didn't want her or wouldn't let her go if he did.
Su Li didn't want him to let go, because she wouldn't let go easily either. Although she never said she loved him, she had already accepted Zhou Jinbai as her other half in her heart. She just didn't know when she could openly announce him.
Two days later, Su Li went to the local TV station to record a variety show. In order to improve the variety show effect, the production team asked her to interact frequently with Chen Yusheng. This time, the main cast of "The Merchant Daughter of the Qin Family" was invited, and director Huang Sijing also went.
Everyone is quite fond of them. Although Huang Sijing is a bit strict, he is also a dedicated person. He also likes talented actors. This time, Su Li came into his sight by chance, and he was actually very satisfied with Su Li's performance.
Taking advantage of the break of the program crew, Huang Sijing saw Su Li talking to the director team. He walked over and wanted to talk to her alone, asking her if she was interested in working with Chen Yusheng again.
Huang Sijing is going to make a martial arts movie, the style of which is a bit like the early Hong Kong entertainment martial arts style. Huang Sijing has rich experience in making martial arts films. He is good at discovering newcomers and also good at utilizing their strengths.
He felt that Su Li was very suitable for the female lead in his new film. He had not yet communicated with Zhang Qingchi, so he asked Su Li's opinion first.
Of course Su Li was happy that Huang Sijing found her. Among so many directors, there were not many she liked, but Huang Sijing was definitely one of them. His camera language was really amazing.
If this olive branch is thrown to Su Li, she will naturally accept it, but will the male lead still be Chen Yusheng?
Su Li glanced in Chen Yusheng's direction and asked Huang Sijing, "Didn't you tailor-make it for him and me?"
Huang Sijing admitted, "It is indeed tailor-made for you two. Strike while the iron is hot. The effect of your two working together will definitely be good."
Su Li didn't think it mattered. As long as everyone appreciated her acting skills, she agreed. "Then I'll wait for good news from Teacher Huang."
Huang Sijing told Su Li in advance, and then told Zhang Qingchi after the program was recorded. If there was a good resource, Zhang Qingchi would definitely take it, especially since Su Li was currently on the rise, and striking while the iron was hot would make her more famous.
After three days of recording the variety show, everyone was free. Su Li didn't want to stay any longer and wanted to return to Beijing as soon as possible. Zhou Jinbai seemed to have nothing to do all day and just asked her when she would go back.
Su Li didn't want to stay, but someone from the local government invited them to dinner, so they contacted the TV station directly. The TV station program team conveyed the news to Zhang Qingchi. After receiving the notification, Zhang Qingchi knew that something was wrong.
He had no intention of accepting the dinner invitation, but the person in charge of the TV program team said, "Go ahead. We can't afford to offend them. If you don't go, then we don't know if the program will pass the review. Perhaps actress Su Li's career will end here. It's no problem for them to ban a female artist."
Zhang Qingchi, "..."
Chen Yusheng also received this invitation. He asked Chu Zhining if he knew anyone there, otherwise why did he have to invite him?
Chu Zhining explained, "They're a bunch of uneducated, uneducated, and spoiled brats, the sons of officials, who love to be in the hustle and bustle. Basically, every year when new faces appear, they organize this kind of event and invite actresses to the banquet. Most of the actresses who have been to this station have probably been invited."
Chen Yusheng found it interesting. "What will be the consequences if I don't go?"
After looking at him for a few times, Chu Zhining gave his answer, "It's okay if you don't go, but if Su Li doesn't go, it will probably be a big deal."
Upon hearing this, Chen Yusheng realized that this was a setup for Su Li. Although he had originally not planned to go, he decided to go and take a look. He asked Chu Zhining to accept the invitation.
He had heard that some local officials were corrupt and abused their power to do disgusting things, but he had never seen it. Since he had encountered it this time, he would be in a hurry.
Su Li didn't want to go. She had never experienced such a thing, and she didn't know how her presence in the recording of the show would alarm the local playboys.
Zhang Qingchi was well versed in these rules. He gave Su Li the answer, "Someone at the TV station has close ties with these people, so your whereabouts were leaked as soon as you arrived. I think if we don't go, we won't be able to leave this place."
Su Li felt threatened. "What's the purpose? Just to have a meal and have fun? Or is it for..."
Zhang Qingchi looked her over, then turned around and called Zhou Jinbai, "Wait a moment, I'll see what Old Zhou has to say."
At this time, Su Li can only pin her hopes on Zhou Jinbai, but Zhou Jinbai's success in the Beijing circle does not mean that these people will buy his account.
Zhang Qingchi called Zhou Jinbai. This was Zhou Jinbai's first time encountering such a thing, so Zhang Qingchi didn't hold back. He was very straightforward. "They're all the sons of powerful officials. They rely on their families' wealth and power. I've probably slept with countless actresses. To put it nicely, it's a dinner party. To put it bluntly, it's a hunting party for a bunch of rich second-generations and officials. Su Li is a new face in the entertainment industry and is beautiful. I've probably been targeted for a long time. I suspect the TV station invited her to the show this time at the instigation of these people."
Zhou Jinbai was silent for a long time, and Zhang Qingchi was also panicking. "People don't fight against officials, and they can't win. We just want to make some money, and we don't have any extraordinary abilities. Even if we suffer a loss, we can only suffer in silence. There is no way we can do anything to the other party."
Some local officials are indeed so corrupt, abusing their power and not treating people as human beings. In fact, a rather tragic case happened a few years ago, and the people involved were from the entertainment industry.
Some people have been tortured to death by these powerful people, but the truth has been suppressed. No one knows what the truth is, and no one will seek the truth.
It is said that Korean entertainment is dark, and the fate of the entertainment industry is in the hands of chaebols, and those female stars are playthings of chaebols. But isn’t it the same in China? In the early years, which female star in the entertainment industry was not controlled by power?
Those who are mistresses are mistresses, and those who are tools are tools.
It has been a little better in recent years, but most actors have still been harmed by chaebols and powerful people.
Zhou Jinbai was silent for a moment before asking him, "How long until you guys go to the banquet?"
Zhang Qingchi checked the time and replied, "Less than an hour. It'll be dark soon. I guess a special car will be here to pick you up soon."
Zhou Jinbai said directly, "Find Chen Yusheng and ask him to accompany you."
Zhang Qingchi was stunned. "You also know his family's background?"
Zhou Jinbai hummed, "I knew that a long time ago. I can only let him hold out for a while while I think of a solution."
Zhang Qingchi responded, feeling extremely nervous. "Old Zhou, if anything happens, please don't blame me. I will do my best to protect her."
Zhou Jinbai didn't say anything and hung up the phone.
Zhang Qingchi recalled an incident from a few years ago, where a newcomer in the entertainment industry came to this local TV station to record a program and died under unclear circumstances.
Later, there were many rumors that the man was tortured to death. A group of rich young masters and officials' sons played with him like an animal all night long.
Thinking of this, Zhang Qingchi broke out in a cold sweat. It was useless to call the police, as he estimated that everyone above and below him was in cahoots with him.
This incident had a great impact at the time and only temporarily suppressed the arrogance of a group of animals, but the matter was left unresolved and no results were achieved.
I think this is the case. Although there have been no murders in recent years, there are probably many people who have been killed.
Zhang Qingchi took Su Li to find Chen Yusheng. He asked Su Li to stay with Chen Yusheng and not separate from him.
Chen Yusheng heard about the nature of this scheme from Chu Zhining, and naturally he was worried about Su Li, but Chu Zhining said, "I advise you to think twice. If it is revealed that you participated in this scheme in the future, you will never be able to clear yourself even if you jump into the Yellow River."
Chen Yusheng asked, "I didn't do anything, why should I cleanse myself? I want to see how corrupt this local government is. They're so utterly corrupt that they don't even treat people as human beings, right?"
Chu Zhining asked him to calm down. "Don't do something you'll regret because of a momentary impulse. This time, they're not targeting you. They just invited you in. The main character is Su Li."
Chen Yusheng sneered, "Then I'm going to go even more. I want to see what these beasts are up to."
The time was almost up, and Su Li came to find him.
Zhang Qingchi asked him, "Brother Chen, please do me a favor. Someone is inviting us to dinner tonight, but I don't think it's that simple. I hope you can accompany us."
Chen Yusheng glanced at Su Li and replied, "I've received an invitation too. I'll go. Don't worry."
Zhang Qingchi felt a little more at ease. Chu Zhining reminded him, "If this is really a targeted situation, then even if he goes, it will be useless. I guess you will separate as soon as you get there."
Chen Yusheng walked towards Su Li, "Then don't leave me even a step."
Su Li was so scared that her palms were sweating. She grabbed Chen Yusheng's arm and said, "Brother Chen, I'm with you. No one can separate you from me!"
Chen Yusheng heard this and curled the corners of his lips, "Okay."
Although Su Li didn't know the value of Chen Yusheng's identity as a third-generation red, the only person she could count on at the moment was Chen Yusheng.
At about 7:30, the car to pick up Su Li appeared in front of the TV station building. Su Li didn't dress up specially. She didn't even dare to wear a skirt and wrapped herself tightly.
Wearing the ugliest clothes she had.
Chen Yusheng accompanied her into the car. Zhang Qingchi and Chu Zhining stood in the dark, each with their own worries. They were even not allowed to bring their agents.
Zhang Qingchi and Chu Zhining looked at each other for two seconds, and he suggested, "Shall we follow?"
Chu Zhining said, "I've already called his family to report this. If anything happens to him, no one will survive."
Zhang Qingchi breathed a sigh of relief when he heard this. "As expected, no matter how rich you are, you can't compare to an official. Chen Yusheng's value is still rising."
Not knowing what solution Zhou Jinbai had come up with, Zhang Qingchi was extremely anxious.
The party was held in a relatively remote manor villa, far away from the bustling city center.
Fortunately, there was a brave man beside her, otherwise Su Li would have been scared to tears.
After getting off the bus, she sent a message to Zhou Jinbai: [Uncle Zhou, someone wants to harm me.]
Zhou Jinbai quickly replied: [Stay with Chen Yusheng, don't separate from him, and wait for my news.]
Su Li's fingers were shaking as she replied: [Okay, but I'm still scared.]
Zhou Jinbai comforted her: "It's okay. I know the local officials and have already contacted them."
After seeing this, Su Li felt a little relieved.
When she arrived at her destination, she got off the car. The venue was packed with people, many familiar faces.
Su Li didn't expect to see Zhou Zexi here. He was talking to a group of people of similar age.
With her arrival, everyone's eyes turned to her and Chen Yusheng.
Zhou Zexi also looked at her, and Su Li nervously squeezed Chen Yusheng's arm.
Zhou Zexi was stunned. He asked the arrogant man next to him, "Why is she the female celebrity you are talking about?"
The man was in his twenties, with a lewd look on his face. "Beautiful, isn't it? This is the main course for tonight."
Zhou Zexi, “…”
Seeing her holding Chen Yusheng's arm, Zhou Zexi felt an inexplicable rage in his heart. He asked the people next to him, "Can you get that Chen Yusheng away? He's really affecting my mood."
The man nodded. "Okay, we'll separate them later. But looking at them, it seems like something's really wrong. Did they oversleep?"
Zhou Zexi, “…”
Zhou Zexi ignored his words, stood up and walked towards Su Li and Chen Yusheng.
Su Li was also stunned when she saw him, and didn't know what to say for a moment.
Chen Yusheng didn't show any emotion. He just looked at Zhou Zexi with disdain in his eyes, "I didn't expect you to come too."
Zhou Zexi glanced at Su Li, then met his gaze provocatively, "If you can come, why can't I? I love making friends, especially since all the people here are from wealthy families, right?"
Chen Yusheng kindly reminded, "Don't let yourself become a plaything of the powerful."
Zhou Zexi assured him, "Even if you become a plaything, I will never become a plaything."
Chen Yusheng was too lazy to waste words with him and pulled Su Li aside. Soon someone came to entertain them.
He is the famous disciplinary inspector in the entertainment industry, Zhang Zhiqiang.
Although he has never set foot in the entertainment industry, his legends are everywhere in the industry, and his girlfriends throughout the years are also famous in the entertainment industry.
He walked towards Chen Yusheng with a smile, "Hey, Brother Chen is here. This is the female star who has been very popular recently, right? To be honest, she is even more beautiful than she appears on camera. Brother Chen, please come this way. This is the men's party, and the women's party is over there."
As he said this, he wanted to have Su Li taken away, but Su Li grabbed Chen Yusheng's arm and refused to go anywhere.
She smiled calmly and said, "I want to stay with Brother Chen. I won't go there."
The man's expression changed upon hearing this, and then he smiled, "But there's no woman here. When you get here, please follow my rules."
Chen Yusheng stopped and asked him, "What are your rules? She's my girlfriend, I won't let her separate from me, please don't force me."
Zhang Zhiqiang's smile turned strange when he heard this. "Sure enough, you're dating! I told you two are different. But no matter whose girlfriend she is, you have to follow the rules today."
Chen Yusheng didn't retreat. "Are you so aggressive just for a meal? I think it's more than just a meal, right?"
Zhang Zhiqiang smiled again, took a few steps back, clapped his hands, and several security guards in black stood around him.
He looked at Chen Yusheng provocatively, "If you want to walk out of here alive, I advise you to hand this woman over."
Chen Yusheng clicked his tongue. "You want to attack me? Zhang Zhiqiang, how many heads do you have? How dare you attack me?"
Zhang Zhiqiang laughed arrogantly, "How dare you act so arrogantly in front of me?"
Soon a group of second-generation officials gathered around, all of them nonchalant, treating Chen Yusheng as a joke. "You're just an actor, you really take yourself seriously? What are you pretending for? We've seen a lot more than you pretend. Okay, tonight I don't just want to play with women, I also want to play with this ignorant guy. Brother Zhang, tie him up for me, I like this."
Zhang Zhiqiang responded, "Okay, I'll play this with you tonight."
Seeing that they were surrounded, Su Li felt that Chen Yusheng was also in danger tonight.
A dozen people armed with sticks surrounded them, and no one in the circle outside who were watching the excitement called the police.
No one came forward to help.
Zhang Zhiqiang hooked his finger at Su Li and said, "If you serve us well tonight, he will be fine. If you both resist, it might be a disaster."
Su Li swallowed hard and looked at the disgusting man, "You have no respect for the law. I'm going to call the police!"
The group of people who heard this were amused again. "Wang Fa? Why don't you go in and see which other big shots are here today? Su Li, it's your blessing that you're noticed. As long as tonight passes, you'll definitely have endless blessings."
Several people came forward and started to pull Chen Yusheng. Chen Yusheng endured it for a while and then fought back, turning around and punching the security guard.
After seeing him take action, a group of people rushed forward and Su Li was quickly pushed away.
She was worried about Chen Yusheng and wanted to run forward, but was grabbed by a man. Su Li struggled fiercely for a few times, "Let me go!"
Zhang Zhiqiang smiled obscenely, grabbed Su Li's arm and walked towards the villa, "Today I met someone who is wild and untamable. I think everyone will like him. I like to conquer wild horses."
Seeing Su Li being dragged in, Zhou Zexi, who had been watching the excitement on the side, couldn't bear it anymore. He took a few steps forward, grabbed Su Li's other hand, and pulled her over fiercely.
Su Li's arms were hurt by the pulling.
Zhang Zhiqiang turned his head and glanced at Zhou Zexi. "Why are you so anxious? Once they're done playing, you'll naturally have your share. Don't worry, they won't die."
Zhou Zexi dragged Su Li behind him and looked at Zhang Zhiqiang, "Give me a favor and let her go today."
Zhang Zhiqiang was stunned for a moment, then looked around at the men and asked jokingly, "Who brought this idiot in? Does he really think he's that important? Give him some face?"
Zhang Zhiqiang gritted his teeth and kicked Zhou Zexi in the chest. "Who the hell are you? You stinky ass-selling actor. If you interrupt the boss's good thing today, your whole family will be dead."
Zhou Zexi didn't fight back after being kicked. He gritted his teeth, patted his chest, and looked at Zhang Zhiqiang fiercely, "My whole family? Then do you know who my father is?"
Zhang Zhiqiang sneered, "Who is your father? The leader of the country?"
Zhou Zexi endured it, "My father is Zhou Jinbai, I hope you will think before you talk to me."
Zhang Zhiqiang was stunned, but clearly didn't believe it. "Your father is Zhou Jinbai? I've heard of his name, but so what? How can a chaebol from your Beijing circle control my Shanghai circle? Even if your father is the chairman today, it won't help. Give him to me."
Zhou Zexi didn't retreat. "Unless you kill me, don't even think about touching her today."
Su Li stood behind him, not knowing what to feel.
Chen Yusheng had been held down by several people.
Zhang Zhiqiang thought Zhou Zexi was naive. "Do you think they wouldn't dare kill you? Did you see the surroundings? It's very convenient for disposing of the body."
Zhou Zexi was not afraid at all, "I want to see if I will die."
The smile on Zhang Zhiqiang's face became increasingly strange. He nodded and hooked his finger at the thugs around him, "If he wants to die so badly, send him on his way."
Chen Yusheng's phone finally rang. He struggled to break free from the group of people and answered the phone.
He checked the speakerphone and saw that it was his family calling.
Zhang Zhiqiang was about to curse something when he heard a majestic voice coming from the phone.
"Zhang Zhiqiang, let your leader answer my call."
Zhang Zhiqiang was stunned.
Just as he was about to say something, someone came down from upstairs and said to him, "Don't mess with Chen Yusheng. The leader said just kick him out."
Zhang Zhiqiang was stunned again. "If we kick him out, what about that woman? Will the leader still want her?"
The man whispered, "Yes, just kick the two men out and leave the woman here."
Zhang Zhiqiang understood, "Okay."
After receiving the instructions, Zhang Zhiqiang looked at the two men provocatively, "You're lucky. Our leader doesn't want to see bloodshed today. You two can get out of here."
Chen Yusheng hadn't hung up the phone yet, so he deliberately shouted, "Dad, they've targeted my girlfriend. They're trying to kick me out, but they don't plan to let her go."
The man on the other end was silent for a moment. "That female celebrity, right? You know your family has already found a partner for you. We don't want a daughter-in-law from the entertainment industry."
Chen Yusheng, “…”
The male voice continued, "If you can leave, leave quickly. Don't linger."
Chen Yusheng refused to leave. "If she doesn't leave, I won't leave either. I want to see if I can die here tonight."
The person on the other end of the phone was angry. "How long are you going to be so willful? Which woman in the entertainment industry isn't dirty? They are all playthings of the powerful, and you take it seriously! Go home!"
After saying this, the phone was hung up.
Zhang Zhiqiang directly ordered people to throw Chen Yusheng and Zhou Zexi out.
Su Li was instantly isolated and helpless.
Two big security guards dragged Su Li into the villa.
Su Li thought she was doomed, her only savior couldn't stay.
She was taken to the fifth floor of the villa. As soon as she entered, she saw a group of fat, greasy middle-aged men.
Seeing her being brought in, a group of men looked at her.
The man sitting in the middle asked, "Is this today's prey? Why is she dressed so conservatively?"
Zhang Zhiqiang replied with a smile, "It's more fun to wear more clothes, isn't it? You take her clothes off one by one, what a sense of accomplishment."
The man chuckled, a cigarette between his lips. "That's true. She looks quite innocent, and even without makeup, she's beautiful. That's the good thing about being young. Come here."
Su Li was so scared that her palms were sweating. She forced a smile and said, "Hello, uncles. Although I don't know why you like me, I can't hide it from you. I am actually married, but it's a secret marriage."
The men in the circle laughed even more obscenely, "So she's a married woman. Wives are more attractive and know more. I like her."
Su Li, “…”
The man holding the cigarette raised his eyes and looked at her through the smoke. "Are you married? Who is your husband?"
Su Li swallowed, "Zhou Jinbai."
The man who had been drawing cards with his eyes downcast, when he heard Zhou Jinbai's name, raised his eyes again and looked at Su Li, "Zhou Jinbai? The one from the Beijing circle?"
Su Li nodded, "Yes, that's my husband. I don't know if you know him, but he's waiting for my reply now."
The man motioned his assistant over and whispered something to him. The assistant then left. After a while, the assistant came back and said something to the man. The man's expression changed instantly.
"What a fucking bummer."
The expressions on the faces of the people looking at him showed that he was the most distinguished among them.
He threw down the cards in his hand and looked at Zhang Zhiqiang, "Do you know Zhou Jinbai? Do you know why he's so popular in the Beijing circle? You really don't want to live anymore. Well, no one needs to live anymore."
The man looked very angry. He stood up, kicked the stool and left. "If anything happens to me, you will all be the scapegoats. Just wait and see."
Although Su Li didn't know what happened, she knew that Zhou Jinbai's deterrent power worked. She realized how important Zhou Jinbai's reputation was no matter what circle he was in.
She slowly breathed a sigh of relief and was about to ask something when the man who had just walked past her called her, "Mrs. Zhou, your husband will be here soon. If he asks what happened, please testify for me that I didn't do anything."
Su Li was stunned. "He's here?"
The man walked down the stairs and said, "We're almost there."
Su Li thought that Zhou Jinbai came so quickly, she had only been there for less than two hours.
She followed a group of people downstairs and no one stopped her.
A group of people were talking about her.
After leaving the villa, she saw some people get into a car and leave. Looking at the license plate number, she knew that these people's identities were not simple.
Before leaving, the man told Zhang Zhiqiang, "You're the one who caused this mess. Go apologize to the people who caused it. If this fire burns me, I will make you all die with it."
Zhang Zhiqiang was so frightened that he was shaking. "I know, I know, leader."
Su Li watched them walk away in the darkness, then she took out her phone and found that Chen Yusheng had called her several times. She breathed a sigh of relief and sent him a message: [I'm fine, Brother Chen, don't worry.]
Chen Yusheng called again. Before Su Li picked up the call, a black car drove into the manor. It was the car of the man who had just left.
Everyone was curious about why he came back and stared at the door of the car.
I saw the man get out of the car and open the back door.
The first person to get out of the car was a thin middle-aged man wearing a Zhongshan suit.
Then another man in a suit came down. It was none other than Zhou Jinbai.
Su Li was surprised when she saw him. He came as soon as he said?
He said something to the thin man and then walked towards her.
After a while, sirens sounded outside the villa.
Zhou Jinbai walked towards her and hugged her gently. "I'm sorry that our Mrs. Zhou has been wronged. I deserve to die as a husband. I'm sorry I'm late."
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