Into the Night, Jiao Jiao Gets Kissed by a Business Tycoon
Chapter 86: The Handsome Pool Guy Turns Out to be Xinan’s Ex-Husband

Chapter 86: Chapter 86: The Handsome Pool Guy Turns Out to be Xinan’s Ex-Husband

Han Jibai nodded, "Yes, this was a decision Shasha and I made together."

When Han Jibai said that, Xinan realized that the idea of making a movie must have come from Ran Shasha. But with her status, she could totally find a more popular and accomplished actress... Why would she pick her?

Xinan felt puzzled for a moment.

Seeing the confusion in Xinan’s eyes, Han Jibai explained, "Here’s the thing, after Shasha saw your performance in ’Mist,’ she kept talking about wanting to act in a movie with you. So, we discussed it and decided to invest in making a film, and Lu Jiang will still be the director. Are you interested?"

Acting in a film with Ran Shasha, in dual lead roles, no one would refuse that, especially since the director was Lu Jiang!

Xinan agreed, "Of course, I’m interested. Acting with Sister Shasha is truly an honor."

Han Jibai smiled at her, "Alright, then it’s settled. As for the pay... you can decide that yourself."

"Sister Shasha is straightforward."

Money was exactly what Xinan needed most recently, and Han Jibai’s words were like sending charcoal in snowy weather.

Of course, Xinan wouldn’t price it arbitrarily; she just raised her usual fee slightly.

After settling the work-related matters, Han Jibai then called the waiter in to start ordering food. Following the principle of ladies first, he let Xinan and Ding Lan order first, then he ordered, "Add a steamed bass and a pan-fried crab roe bao..."

After finishing, Han Jibai handed the menu to the waiter.

"Alright, sir," the waiter said respectfully, sneaking a glance at Han Jibai as he left the room; not only was this man tender, but he was also a gentleman.

The restaurant served food quickly, and shortly after, the waiter began bringing dishes to the table one by one.

"Don’t be shy, just help yourselves, and make sure you eat lots," Han Jibai lifted his wine glass, took a light sip of the red liquid, and his lips curled slightly.

Hearing Han Jibai’s words, Ding Lan didn’t refuse. She picked up her chopsticks, grabbed a dish, took a few bites, and exclaimed, "This restaurant really has good food. No wonder I heard that Mr. Han often dines here."

"Is that so? Then eat more," Han Jibai looked at Xinan, "Especially you, Nannan. I see you’ve lost weight again. Shasha also used to control her figure when filming, but she never got as thin as you."

A flicker of distress passed through Han Jibai’s eyes.

"I understand, Brother Ji Bai," a warmth surged in Xinan’s heart.

Han Jibai smiled helplessly and pointed to the fish in front of him, "This tastes pretty good, do you want to try?"

Xinan: "Sure."

Han Jibai then pointed to some shrimp not far away, "That’s good too."

Xinan then also picked up the shrimp.

Seeing that Xinan’s bowl was nearly piled into a small mountain, Han Jibai finally felt satisfied and began to eat his meal.

While eating, Han Jibai suddenly seemed to remember something and asked, "By the way, Nannan, I haven’t seen you around with Ah Yi recently..."

A few days ago, Tan Bo organized a gathering everyone attended, but Xinan was notably absent...

Xinan was momentarily taken aback, her facial expression shifted, unsure of how to respond. But knowing that Han Jibai would find out eventually, after thinking it over, she said, "We... got divorced."

Her words not only shocked Han Jibai but also startled Ding Lan.

Ding Lan looked at Xinan in disbelief, "Nannan, what did you just say?"

Ding Lan didn’t even know when Xinan had gotten married, and now learning that Xinan had gotten divorced really shocked her.

Xinan, with an apologetic face, said to Ding Lan, "I’m sorry, Sister Lan, I shouldn’t have kept it from you for so long."

"When did this happen?"

"I got married in March last year and got divorced at the end of this year." Xinan didn’t directly mention Cheng Yi’s full name.

Having just heard Han Jibai call someone by a diminutive name, it was clear that this person’s identity was no simple matter.

Ding Lan also recalled that Xinan had passed the audition for "Mist," and even played the female lead in "It’s You."

It must have been that person operating behind the scenes.

And the previous trending search about Xinan, it must have been him who withdrew the trend; that "Poolside Hunk" must be this mysterious figure.

Ding Lan had looked closely at that photo; although only the side of the face was visible, she could tell he was an extremely handsome man with a definitely not simple identity, for his aura was truly outstanding...

She had initially thought Xinan was being kept by some tycoon, only to find out that she had married that person and had concealed it for so long.

After a while, Ding Lan hesitantly said, "I read in the news that Fengyi Group went bankrupt, and the former chairman of Fengyi has the surname Xi, so Nannan, what is your relationship with this chairman?"

Ding Lan asking this showed that she had already guessed, so Xinan felt no need to keep hiding it, "He was my dad, but he passed away a few months ago in a car accident."

Mentioning this, Xinan’s mood turned visibly somber, and seeing this, Han Jibai’s brow also furrowed, "Nannan, you and Ah Yi..."

Xinan took a deep breath, "He never liked me. My dad has passed away, and there’s no need for me to stay tied to him."

Xinan pretended to be nonchalant, but only she knew the pain that lingered in her heart whenever she mentioned that person.

Han Jibai gently stroked her head and said in a soft voice, "Nannan, as long as you’re happy, that’s all that matters. Whatever you do, Brother Ji Bai just wants you to be happy."

"Okay."

Ding Lan also hugged Xinan and didn’t inquire further.

Seeing Xinan like this, Ding Lan knew that her relationship with that man wasn’t just for benefit; she must have had feelings for him.

So who exactly was this man?

She had known Xinan for so long and had only heard about her confessing to a senior during her university days, thereafter never hearing about any romance.

Usually, in the crew, apart from occasionally discussing work with male actors, she never had contact with other men.

Ding Lan had even wondered at times if Xinan was uninterested in men, so she simply couldn’t imagine what it was like for her to like someone.

So it took Ding Lan a long time to slowly accept that Xinan was now a divorced actress.

But at the same time, she became even more cautious. Although Xinan had kept the matter very secret, accidents could happen, giving those with intentions a chance to exploit the situation.

Since "Mist" was very popular and Xinan’s popularity was increasing, her fame was surely going to rise even further after "It’s You" was broadcast.

Therefore, Ding Lan needed to prepare in advance for these potential issues, to resolve them as quickly as possible.