“You want me to have dinner at your place? Why?”
Xia Wei Liang heard about this from Director Du.
“For people like them, who are so wealthy, inviting someone for a meal is never just a casual affair; any meal would be banquet level!” Director Du, holding a mug identical to the one Director Song from the neighboring Orange Channel, was scraping the tea leaves off the surface of the water with his large lid.
“As far as I know, the only ones in the industry who have received an invitation from the Han family are Yi Shen and En Ge.”
One is a Film Emperor, and the other is a TV Emperor…
Xia Wei Liang felt, she was capable again.
“I’ll go!”
Xiao Du looked at her disapprovingly. “Hey! Hey, hey, hey! If you don’t want to go, that’s fine, but you can’t curse! We need to fully embody our good conduct!”
Seeing Xiao Du’s subtle old-fashioned demeanor, Xia Wei Liang found it amusing. “I mean, I’ll go.”
“You’ll go? Is it decided?”
“As long as it’s not a quid pro quo, I’m fine.”
Director Du, looking as if she didn’t understand, shook his head and said, “Who would dare to make a move on you now? You’re too exposed; you have someone backing you up!”
No matter how powerful the Han family was, they wouldn’t want to make an enemy of the entertainment industry’s top star.
Although Director Du wasn’t quite clear on Yi Shen’s background.
However, someone who could shake the entertainment industry with a stomp, someone who could command respect from CEOs of all companies – could that be an ordinary person?
Impossible!
Therefore, the Han family’s invitation for the Empress to a family banquet must have involved investigating her background, and they dared not act too presumptuously.
Director Du also considered various possibilities before daring to disclose this matter to the Empress.
He also shared a piece of gossip with her, “Don’t say I’m biased towards you, but I’ve investigated very thoroughly; the young master of the Han family is your fan.”
“A Liang fan?”
Xia Wei Liang had a soft spot for her fans. Upon hearing it was a fan, she immediately became amenable. “I’ll go! We absolutely must go! I can’t let my fans down!”
“Alright, I’ll send a car to take you tonight.”
Despite the conversation, Director Du still felt a bit uneasy. “Should we inform Yi Shen about this beforehand?”
What if something happened, and Yi Shen held them accountable? Neither he nor the company could bear the consequences!
“We haven’t really gotten anywhere yet, you think I should report to him?”
Xia Wei Liang was a genuinely rebellious young woman; she could make her own decisions!
“No one is allowed to say a word! If anyone spills the beans, I’ll have it out with them!”
Her sister was having a temper today.
“Okay, okay, we won’t say anything, we won’t say anything.” Director Du was helpless against her, but he figured not much would go wrong.
“Forget it, I’ll drive you myself tonight. If there’s any sign of trouble, I can rush in without delay!”
“Oh, not bad, Xiao Du! You’ve finally grown under my supervision!” Su Dan Novel Network
“Heh heh…” Director Du gave a dry laugh and then sighed, “Alas! I have to grow quickly, don’t I? I’ve become so upright and honest that I’m practically penniless.”
For some reason, things were improving, and work was becoming more energetic, but his pockets were becoming emptier!
Today he had to subsidize this project, and tomorrow he had to prop up that show!
He was earning less than he was subsidizing, and Director Du was baffled!
He used to drink Da Hong Pao, but now he was drinking high-grade tea…
In short, Xia Wei Liang had this magical constitution; it was difficult for any project close to her to remain unchanged.
Hearing that President Xiao Du would be coming tonight, Xia Wei Liang was naturally reassured.
“Then it’s settled.”
“Wait a minute!” Director Du remembered something and quickly instructed, “Put away your eccentric outfits, please dress like a normal person tonight, okay?”
I’m not asking you to be stunning, just to look like a person.
“No problem!” Xia Wei Liang waved her hand and guaranteed, “I promise you’ll recognize me at a glance.”
This statement, instead of reassuring him, made Director Du more worried. “You don’t need to be so conspicuous; ordinary and plain is best.”
That evening, Director Du drove to the entrance of the residential area himself.
From afar, he saw someone dressed like a Christmas tree walking over.
Director Du silently turned his face away.
Xia Wei Liang opened the car door and sat inside. “Xiao Du, tell me, what do you think of my outfit?”
Xia Wei Liang showed him her red and green ensemble. “Just tell me, isn’t it striking?”
Director Du took a deep breath. “I know you’re taken, but you don’t need to be so defensive. This is clearly over the top!”
Xia Wei Liang’s beauty was universally acknowledged. Whether the young master of the Han family had ulterior motives was uncertain, but given Film Emperor Xiao’s status, he wouldn’t act rashly.
Xia Wei Liang, however, was unconcerned. “With my looks, it’s hard to find even with a lantern. In the villages for miles around, I’m the only one who stands out. What if he falls for me?”
“…”
Director Du was truly in tears.
Why don’t you ask your Yi Shen if he would dislike you for dressing like this?
Instead, he would find it novel, interesting, and cute!
She said no more, started the car, and drove towards the Han residence.
Compared to the flamboyant Xiao family, the Han family was indeed much more reserved. Their mansion was built within a garden in a bustling area, offering tranquility amidst the noise, in a prime location.
After Director Du parked the car, someone immediately came out to greet them.
“You must be Miss Xia? Please come in.”
The greeter was middle-aged, with white temples, a ruddy complexion, and a smiling face towards everyone, exuding an amiable aura.
“I am Old Jia, the steward of the Han family.”
“Hello.”
Xia Wei Liang was a child who respected the elderly and cherished the young; greeting people warmly was her innate upbringing, not a deliberate act.
Old Jia had seen many people and could basically determine a person’s quality at first glance.
His first impression of this female celebrity was very good; she was generous, natural, and unpretentious.
After inviting her in, he led her directly to the hall. “Miss Xia, please wait here for a moment. I will go and invite the master and young master.”
“Alright, please be busy.”
After Xia Wei Liang was seated, someone brought her tea and snacks.
She didn’t hold back and took a few bites of cake.
Unexpectedly, the taste was very much to her liking. It was matcha flavored, which she loved, sweet but not cloying, with fragrant and chewy red beans.
Hmm, delicious!
Xia Wei Liang ate them without reservation, one after another.
As long as Sister Huan didn’t see it, all the snacks in the world belonged to her!
Han Mo Yin sat on the stairs, resting his chin in his hand, gazing at the young lady downstairs with a smile.
He knew her taste well and had specifically instructed the kitchen to make it for her, so of course, she would like it.
Only one piece was left.
Xia Wei Liang silently picked it up.
“Little darling, tell me, how should I eat you?”
The little darling remained quiet.
“Do you like it?”
The sudden voice startled Xia Wei Liang!
Had the pastries turned into spirits?
She turned her head and saw the young man standing behind her, her eyes widened in surprise. “You are…”