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Chapter 134: When Your Male Companion

Chapter 134: Chapter 134: When Your Male Companion

August 20th, Xinan was nominated for the Qingyi Award for Best Female Lead for her outstanding performance in "Mist."

The Qingyi Award is one of the top five Chinese awards, with the other four being Purple Gold, Silver Dragon, Moon Flower, and Wu Tong.

The Qingyi Award ceremony is one of the most influential award ceremonies in the country, held every two years and broadcast live by major satellite TV channels and online platforms, with celebrities from all walks of life in attendance. Its influence is unparalleled, comparable to the Oscars abroad.

The best works nominated this time include "Mist," "Nightfall," "Ru Yuan," and "High Platform Bright Moon".

And all four works have been hot favorites.

Everyone is speculating who will take home the Best Female Lead this time, with Xinan obviously being the center of attention.

Over the past year, her performance has been there for all to see, whether as the female assassin in "Mist" or as the female college student in the recently released "My Name." She has been flawless in every role.

Thus, many are betting she will be tonight’s Qingyi Award Best Female Lead.

In addition, Cheng Yi, the president of Yifeng Group, has been invited to attend the ceremony, as well as Ran Shasha, the three-time Best Actress winner, serving as one of the judges for this year’s awards.

For a time, the internet was abuzz because the president of Yifeng Group had never made a public appearance at any event before, so there was minimal reporting about him. Everyone knew him only as a mysterious and low-profile man, therefore Cheng Yi’s appearance also became the focus and highlight for everyone.

In this world, there are few who can cause a stir both domestically and across the whole of Asia, and Cheng Yi is certainly one of them.

And with Ran Shasha’s participation, the award has been pushed to its climax—after all, she is a three-time Best Actress winner.

When Xinan heard that Cheng Yi would also attend the award ceremony, she was extremely surprised, considering how rarely he showed his face in public. This time, he was willing to stand under the spotlights to be photographed by the media, which made Xinan wonder if he was possessed.

When Cheng Yi saw her shocked expression, he couldn’t help but chuckle and said, "What, don’t you want me to go?"

Xinan snapped out of it and shook her head, "No, it’s just that when you’re there, everyone will focus on you. Won’t that affect you?"

Because this meant that Cheng Yi’s personal life would be exposed under the spotlight,

"Fool, I’m not a vampire. I didn’t want to attend these events before because I dislike bringing my private affairs into the public eye, but now I don’t care."

"Why?" asked Xinan.

"Because our Nannan is bound to become famous, and as your boyfriend, your future husband, I should be by your side all the time. Take this event, for instance; if I don’t go as your male companion, who would you want to accompany you?" His voice was pleasant and magnetic, as if it could melt anyone.

Xinan was taken aback and then responded, "Male companion? You’re going to be my male companion?"

At events like these, female celebrities usually bring a male companion, and the status and identity of the male companion indirectly reflect the status of the female celebrity in the industry.

Xinan hadn’t planned on bringing a male companion at all, as her relationship with Cheng Yi was special. If the media dug it up, it would certainly cause unnecessary trouble.

She did not mind, but feared that some extreme fans might disrupt Cheng Yi’s life.

Cheng Yi’s gaze carried indulgence, tenderly fixated on Xinan, as if one more glance would cause you to fall in and be unable to extricate yourself. He slowly said, "Yes, this is a highlight moment in our Nannan’s life. How could I miss it?"

The tenderness in his eyes seemed about to overflow, his voice sounding like sweet nothings, "And besides, I have a surprise for you that I’m going to give you then."

"Surprise?" Xinan looked at him puzzled.

Cheng Yi’s smile grew brighter, "Yes, it’s a secret for now, but you’ll find out then."

Xinan had been rather nervous about the award ceremony, but now, because of what Cheng Yi said, she began to look forward to it, even hoping that day would come sooner.

The award ceremony would start at eight o’clock in the evening.

But as early as nine o’clock in the morning, fans had already arrived at the venue to show their support, with colorful banners flying in the air, and the entire square was buzzing with excitement.

Xinan arrived early at the hotel designated by the organizers for makeup. This was her first time attending such a grand event, and more importantly, she was a candidate for the Qingyi Award for Best Female Lead this year, so nothing could go wrong.

Soon, the hotel room door was knocked on, and Ding Lan led in the makeup artist and stylist.

"Miss Xinan, hello." The two greeted Xinan upon entering.

Xinan nodded at them and said, "I’m relying on you for my styling today."

"No problem."

The makeup artist first checked Xinan’s skin condition and couldn’t help but compliment, "Miss Xinan, your skin is just too good, smooth and delicate like a peeled egg. I’ve applied makeup to so many stars, but yours is the best."

Xinan laughed, "You’re exaggerating a bit."

"I’m not exaggerating at all; I’m just telling the truth."

The makeup artist’s movements were skilled. She first squeezed some foundation onto her hand, spread it out, and then lightly and repeatedly dipped a brush to apply it to Xinan’s cheeks, and finally used a puff to smooth it out.

Then came the eye makeup. Since Xinan was a bold-beauty type of woman, the makeup artist gave her a luxurious and fierce look, both cool and striking.

Of course, the stylist was also busy, doing Xinan’s hair, and finally giving her a high crown French twist, making her look both lazy and charming.

"Okay, next we’ll try on the gown." The stylist stood up and clapped her hands.

Xinan nodded and followed the stylist into the dressing room.

The stylist picked up a gold sequin mermaid gown and passed it to Xinan, "Try this one."

When Xinan walked out of the dressing room dressed in it, everyone present was stunned.

The gown featured a thigh-high slit that showcased the curves of Xinan’s hips, and the rhinestone decoration at the bust, which combined to make her look like a glittering mermaid, impossible to look away from.

The stylist nodded in satisfaction, "This gown seems tailor-made for you; it’s just too beautiful."

Meng Qiu couldn’t help but say, "Sister Xinan, you’re surely going to steal the show in this dress today."

With her heart blooming with praise, Xinan decided to wear the gown.