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Chapter 1165 - 803 It’s Raining Outside (Second Update! Asking for Monthly Tickets!)

Chapter 1165: 803 It’s Raining Outside (Second Update! Asking for Monthly Tickets!)

"Yang Ni, eat more, you should be in the mood now, right?"

After Wei Dongxu left, Zheng Baosen called out to Yang Ni while winking and making faces.

Yang Ni pursed her lips with a smile, her delicate beauty becoming even more tempting and captivating.

Her goal was never about the lawsuit, nor was it to completely wrestle the child away; the current situation was undoubtedly ideal for her.

"Brother Baosen."

She lifted her glass with a charming smile, gesturing to Zheng Baosen.

Wine does not intoxicate; people intoxicate themselves.

If he were still sitting next to her, Zheng Baosen would surely be unable to restrain his male instincts and make advances.

But now, Xiang Yonghua was in between them.

With Xiang Yonghua there, of course he wouldn’t act recklessly.

"How come you haven’t finished your drink after all this time?"

Watching Yang Ni set down her glass, Zheng Baosen pretended to be dissatisfied.

Yang Ni, indebted to him, could only pick up her glass again and drink the last remaining sip.

She wasn’t familiar with Xiang Yonghua.

No need to guess who invited him.

Zheng Baosen smiled in satisfaction. "Keep it full."

Without a sound, Pei Yunxi passed her a cup of yogurt.

Yang Ni smiled at her.

"Miss Pei, you are even more beautiful in person than you are in the movies."

Xiang Yonghua’s voice suddenly emerged.

Pei Yunxi, merely a guest of honor, responded politely and succinctly: "Mr. Xiang flatters me."

Perhaps they both knew each other.

But tonight was indeed their first meeting.

"Yun Xi, Mr. Xiang has always been quite fond of you. He came over specially tonight after hearing you were here," Zheng Baosen interrupted.

The ’like’ he referred to was certainly not romantic.

Though Xiang Yonghua, dressed in a suit and with a full head of black hair, looked rather young, his actual age was approaching seventy.

Hearing Zheng Baosen’s words, Yang Ni was somewhat surprised.

She thought that he was someone Zheng Baosen called over for show.

Could it be that it was because of Yun Xi’s influence?

Possibly.

With his status, such trifles were unlikely to concern him.

Zheng Baosen probably didn’t have that much clout either.

Pei Yunxi looked at Xiang Yonghua, whom many dare not face directly.

Xiang Yonghua smiled without a word.

"Yun Xi, you must know what Mr. Xiang does. Our Gangcheng film industry once flourished greatly thanks to his significant contributions! Seeing the current decline of the Gangcheng film industry really pains Mr. Xiang. He wants to revitalise the glory of Gangcheng’s film industry. Now we have a script, but lack a leading lady. Mr. Xiang would like to invite you to join," Zheng Baosen articulated.

Make a movie?

Yang Ni’s eyes flickered involuntarily.

What Xiang Yonghua does is well known to everyone.

One of his identities is that of a film tycoon; he has even played roles in his own productions.

His movie company dominated the golden age of Gangcheng cinema, so the decline of Gangcheng’s film industry undoubtedly led to significant losses for him.

His desire to restore the glory of Gangcheng’s film industry is understandable, but why extend an invitation to Yun Xi?

The decline of Gangcheng’s film industry isn’t due to problems in just one aspect. As Zheng Baosen previously likened, making a movie is like operating a high-precision instrument. The current state of decline in Gangcheng’s film industry is an all-around generational gap, not something that can be revived with just one film.

Moreover.

With Yun Xi’s current status, does she need such an opportunity?

It’s fledgling artists who are desperate for such chances. When you’ve climbed to a certain height, you must maintain your reputation and select films carefully.

The logic in this, Pei Yunxi must be well aware of even now, and Yang Ni knows there’s no need to remind her.

"Thank you, Mr. Xiang, for your high regard, but as for this matter, I have no right to decide. Mr. Xiang will need to communicate with my agency," Pei Yunxi stated coherently, neither humble nor arrogant.

While she didn’t state her stance, it was quite easy to read between the lines of her response.

If she were willing, she certainly wouldn’t be using such formal rhetoric.

"No rush, it’s key whether you are personally willing or not. If you aren’t interested, then what’s the point in discussing it with your company?" Zheng Baosen said with a smile, seemingly forgetting how dark the entertainment circle in Gangcheng could be.

In Gangcheng, actors are almost like slaves to their agencies, obliged to take on any given role with no room for choice.

"You’re welcome to state your conditions. Choose any male lead you’d like to work with at will," Xiang Yonghua interjected, his tone calm yet undeniably authoritative.

Choosing any male actor in Gangcheng at whim.

Just how confident must one be to make such a bold statement?

Although Gangcheng’s film industry is on the decline, a dying camel is still bigger than a horse.

The once famous stars who reigned across Jiangnan, they’ve aged but haven’t faded away; their influence remains unmatched by the young, fresh faces from inland areas.

Yang Ni certainly didn’t doubt the sincerity of his words and couldn’t help but glance at Pei Yunxi.

Xiang Yonghua’s invitation was clearly genuine.

For most artists, this would no doubt be a rare opportunity.

But for Pei Yunxi, it was different.

The popularity of "That Blue" has already uplifted her to the clouds; she doesn’t have to cooperate with a controversial and questionable figure.

Moreover, she is from the mainland. The former glory of Gangcheng’s film industry, what does it have to do with her?

Yang Ni was clear about how Pei Yunxi would choose, but she certainly wouldn’t speak for her.

"Yun Xi, Mr. Xiang came tonight especially for you, and you’ve heard his sincerity as well. Not just anyone is worthy of such consideration," Zheng Baosen chimed in: "Plus, Yang Ni could also play a role in it. It’s been a long time since the two of you last appeared together. It would certainly make a great story if it got out, haha..."

It sounded like a duck quacking.

But no one joined in his laughter.

Seeing no response, Zheng Baosen’s laughter gradually faded as he turned his gaze to Yang Ni.

Having just benefited from his generosity, Yang Ni naturally understood that this was his way of pressuring her.

But of course, she couldn’t possibly press Pei Yunxi.

"Mr. Xiang, Yun Xi has just had a tough year and has finally gotten some rest; what do you think about me instead?"

"Yang Ni, you haven’t acted yourself for quite some time, have you?"

Without uttering a word, Zheng Baosen squinted and smiled.

His microexpressions had already betrayed his dissatisfaction with Yang Ni "overstepping."

And, without a doubt, his remark was a reminder for Yang Ni not to say too much.

However, Yang Ni seemed oblivious and tried to smooth things over with an enchanting smile: "Although I haven’t acted for a long time, I don’t see any problem. I used to enjoy watching Gangcheng films as a child."

Zheng Baosen nervously glanced at Xiang Yonghua.

"There will be plenty of opportunities for cooperation in the future. This time, I’d like to talk with Miss Pei."

Xiang Yonghua spoke; although there was no hint of hostility, his words instantly silenced Yang Ni.

She was not the kind who would burn bridges.

Neither did she wish to put her friends in a difficult position because of her own issues.

Thus, she would rather act herself and return this favor.

But it was evident.

Now she carried no weight in their eyes compared to Pei Yunxi.

"Mr. Xiang, regarding film contracts, you can directly discuss with my company."

Pei Yunxi, as if unaware of the subtle shift in the atmosphere, repeated her position identically.

Xiang Yonghua, who likely hadn’t been rebuffed by an artist time and again, maintained his faint smile unchanged.

"Are you saying that talking with you is of no use?"

Refusing the goodwill of those above you is more foolish than outright offending them.

Yang Ni knew, although the opponent seemed indifferent on the surface, they were probably angered on the inside.

"Mr. Xiang..."

She began to speak, only for Xiang Yonghua’s gaze to settle on her.

Without saying a word, the sheer pressure, almost tangible, prevented Yang Ni from continuing her evidently futile speech.

"I apologize, Mr. Xiang, I personally do not plan to start a new project at present."

Pei Yunxi was straightforward and made her attitude clear, as though oblivious to the stature of the person extending the invitation.

Zheng Baosen’s heart sank with a thud, his face showing panic as he anxiously glanced at the powerful figure beside him.

Xiang Yonghua watched with fading amusement as Pei Yunxi’s face turned red with indignation, his normally unapproachable expression becoming serious.

The atmosphere seemed to freeze for a moment.

You could hear a pin drop.

Zheng Baosen’s lips quivered, wanting to speak but too scared to do so.

The same with Yang Ni; her palms were sweating.

"Have you really thought this through?"

Amid the suffocating silence, Xiang Yonghua spoke slowly.

Pei Yunxi was calm, seemingly not heeding the caution in the gaze of Yang Ni beside her.

"Mr. Xiang, if you’re looking to revitalize Gangcheng film, there are many other excellent actors to choose from."

Despair settled into Zheng Baosen’s bones.

Working in the industry for half his life.

He had never seen an artist this "brave" before.

Was she out of her mind?!

As someone from that era, he understood all too well, sometimes disobedience meant facing the firing squad.

"It seems you don’t think much of our small Gangcheng market."

Xiang Yonghua concealed his emotions as he muttered.

But anyone who wasn’t foolish could probably sense his mood at the moment.

"Mr. Xiang, that’s not what Yun Xi meant, you could try communicating with CX Entertainment..."

Yang Ni couldn’t help but speak out, she couldn’t let the situation deteriorate further.

Xiang Yonghua remained silent.

This was the aura of a magnate.

Even without speaking, he could intimidate.

"Sister Yang Ni, I’ve had my fill."

Pei Yunxi indeed had a strong personality, and it seemed she was preparing to leave.

After all, as an actor, choosing what films to partake in was a legitimate right.

But her words only tightened Yang Ni’s anxiety.

They definitely wouldn’t be able to finish this meal.

Yet at this juncture, was it really as easy as just wanting to leave?

Pei Yunxi was still young.

And also from the mainland.

Zheng Baosen, who understood the methods of the people around him all too well, was now too terrified to even breathe, sweat beading on his forehead.

In this tense and oppressive moment.

By the door.

Noise from a conflict arose.

Immediately afterwards.

The private room’s door was pushed open.

A long-haired foreign woman entered.

Behind her, one could faintly see two strong men in pain collapsed on either side of the doorway.

The few people in the private room instinctively looked over.

Pei Yunxi’s brows furrowed slightly.

"It’s raining outside."

The tall foreign woman approached Pei Yunxi, indeed holding an umbrella in her hand.

Yang Ni was stunned.

Zheng Baosen was flabbergasted.

Watching the foreign woman who brazenly intruded, the hitherto expressionless Xiang Yonghua slowly lost his composure.