Song Nanqiao took out a pack of tissues from her pocket, slowed her pace, and walked slowly toward Shu Baiye.
“Don’t cry. Wipe your tears,” Song Nanqiao offered her the tissues.
Shu Baiye was huddled in the corner, her eyes teary, looking particularly pitiful with red eyes. She accepted the tissues with trembling hands.
“Thank you, Ms. Song,” Shu Baiye sniffled and wiped away her tears.
“Is there something you want to tell me?”
Song Nanqiao sat down beside Shu Baiye without any reservation, and Shu Baiye shifted slightly to make room for her. However, Song Nanqiao subtly moved away.
Hmm…
While Song Nanqiao didn’t have any ulterior motives regarding this artist, she was a married woman and needed to maintain a certain distance. She thought about the vinegar jar at home, which only made her more determined to keep her distance.
Shu Baiye seemed like she wanted to say something but hesitated, appearing conflicted.
In the end, she cast a pitiful glance toward Song Nanqiao, whether it was genuine or intentional, it was hard to tell.
“Go ahead; I won’t harm you,” Song Nanqiao said calmly.
“There’s a boss who asked for my phone number…”
“And then?”
“I didn’t… give it to him…”
The girl started sobbing again, making it difficult to speak coherently.
Song Nanqiao was patient and waited by her side.
“Did he say anything to you?” Song Nanqiao asked.
“He said… if I don’t agree, he’ll completely ruin my career… and change my contract so I can’t terminate it.”
As Shu Baiye spoke, she became even more upset. In the entertainment industry, there were people like this everywhere. She had just managed to escape Director Xu’s control, and now, in her new company, a high-ranking executive was trying to take advantage of her.
All the distress and grievances inside her suddenly poured out, and she cried so much that several tissues became soaked.
“The company has clear rules against such behavior. I will handle that high-ranking executive according to the rules. If you encounter such a situation again, just report it to me directly.”
Song Nanqiao hesitated for a moment, then patted Shu Baiye’s back.
The young girl was clearly distressed and wronged.
“Thank you, Ms. Song,” Shu Baiye curled up, hugging herself with her arms.
Apart from expressing her gratitude, Shu Baiye seemed unsure of what else to say. She looked up at Song Nanqiao with her teary eyes. Although she didn’t know what kind of people she would encounter in the future, she believed that Song Nanqiao was genuinely being kind to her.
No matter what, she was just a seventeen or eighteen-year-old girl. No matter how strong she tried to appear, she also wanted to find some influential figures in the industry who could help her and provide a sense of security.
She hoped that Song Nanqiao would protect her and ensure her smooth career path.
“Do you want to have dinner? My treat.” Song Nanqiao checked her watch; it was already 6 p.m. If they had dinner early, there would be time for training later.
She happened to know a good western restaurant with a convenient location. She hoped that after dinner, this girl could relax a bit.
“Yes…” Shu Baiye didn’t refuse. She also wanted to take this opportunity to get along with Song Nanqiao. After all, she was a prominent figure in the industry, and it was always a good idea to establish a good relationship.
“Then go wash your face; I’ll wait for you in the underground parking lot.”
To avoid unnecessary attention, Song Nanqiao chose to keep a low profile.
…
Ten minutes later, Shu Baiye, bundled up tightly, came down from the elevator. After confirming there was no one around, she got into Song Nanqiao’s private car.
“Fasten your seatbelt.”
“Okay.”
After Shu Baiye fastened her seatbelt, Song Nanqiao quickly drove away from the company.
“Do you like desserts?” Song Nanqiao randomly found a topic.
“Umm, they’re alright.”
“Great.”
Once they arrived, Song Nanqiao deliberately chose a spot with a good view and ordered some signature desserts. She had heard that sweets could improve one’s mood.
“Ms. Song, can I ask you a question?” Shu Baiye took a small spoonful of tiramisu and put it in her mouth.
“Sure, go ahead.”
“What’s your relationship with Miss Wen?”
Shu Baiye hesitated for a moment but eventually asked. She was certain that the boss’s relationship with Miss Wen was not ordinary. During their last drinking session, the intense protectiveness and possessiveness in Miss Wen’s eyes were unmistakable, and anyone could sense it.
In Shu Baiye’s view, it was practically an open display of affection.
“You should already know.”
Song Nanqiao’s tone was casual as if she were talking about something mundane.
Anyone who had interacted with Wen Wenyao would know her feelings for Song Nanqiao; her affection was hardly concealed.
“Well… I’m sure many men envy you, Ms. Song.”
Shu Baiye continued, “Miss Wen is like a moonlight that even successful people can’t reach…”
When Shu Baiye had browsed Wen Wenyao’s photos online, she had been awestruck by her beauty. At that time, she had thought that if she could be even half as attractive as Wen Wenyao, she would start worshiping deities.
As they chatted, the conversation flowed smoothly.
Song Nanqiao took out a pack of tissues from her pocket, slowed her pace, and walked slowly toward Shu Baiye.
“Don’t cry. Wipe your tears,” Song Nanqiao offered her the tissues.
Shu Baiye was huddled in the corner, her eyes teary, looking particularly pitiful with red eyes. She accepted the tissues with trembling hands.
“Thank you, Ms. Song,” Shu Baiye sniffled and wiped away her tears.
“Is there something you want to tell me?”
Song Nanqiao sat down beside Shu Baiye without any reservation, and Shu Baiye shifted slightly to make room for her. However, Song Nanqiao subtly moved away.
Hmm…
While Song Nanqiao didn’t have any ulterior motives regarding this artist, she was a married woman and needed to maintain a certain distance. She thought about the vinegar jar at home, which only made her more determined to keep her distance.
Shu Baiye seemed like she wanted to say something but hesitated, appearing conflicted.
In the end, she cast a pitiful glance toward Song Nanqiao, whether it was genuine or intentional, it was hard to tell.
“Go ahead; I won’t harm you,” Song Nanqiao said calmly.
“There’s a boss who asked for my phone number…”
“And then?”
“I didn’t… give it to him…”
The girl started sobbing again, making it difficult to speak coherently.
Song Nanqiao was patient and waited by her side.
“Did he say anything to you?” Song Nanqiao asked.
“He said… if I don’t agree, he’ll completely ruin my career… and change my contract so I can’t terminate it.”
As Shu Baiye spoke, she became even more upset. In the entertainment industry, there were people like this everywhere. She had just managed to escape Director Xu’s control, and now, in her new company, a high-ranking executive was trying to take advantage of her.
All the distress and grievances inside her suddenly poured out, and she cried so much that several tissues became soaked.
“The company has clear rules against such behavior. I will handle that high-ranking executive according to the rules. If you encounter such a situation again, just report it to me directly.”
Song Nanqiao hesitated for a moment, then patted Shu Baiye’s back.
The young girl was clearly distressed and wronged.
“Thank you, Ms. Song,” Shu Baiye curled up, hugging herself with her arms.
Apart from expressing her gratitude, Shu Baiye seemed unsure of what else to say. She looked up at Song Nanqiao with her teary eyes. Although she didn’t know what kind of people she would encounter in the future, she believed that Song Nanqiao was genuinely being kind to her.
No matter what, she was just a seventeen or eighteen-year-old girl. No matter how strong she tried to appear, she also wanted to find some influential figures in the industry who could help her and provide a sense of security.
She hoped that Song Nanqiao would protect her and ensure her smooth career path.
“Do you want to have dinner? My treat.” Song Nanqiao checked her watch; it was already 6 p.m. If they had dinner early, there would be time for training later.
She happened to know a good western restaurant with a convenient location. She hoped that after dinner, this girl could relax a bit.
“Yes…” Shu Baiye didn’t refuse. She also wanted to take this opportunity to get along with Song Nanqiao. After all, she was a prominent figure in the industry, and it was always a good idea to establish a good relationship.
“Then go wash your face; I’ll wait for you in the underground parking lot.”
To avoid unnecessary attention, Song Nanqiao chose to keep a low profile.
…
Ten minutes later, Shu Baiye, bundled up tightly, came down from the elevator. After confirming there was no one around, she got into Song Nanqiao’s private car.
“Fasten your seatbelt.”
“Okay.”
After Shu Baiye fastened her seatbelt, Song Nanqiao quickly drove away from the company.
“Do you like desserts?” Song Nanqiao randomly found a topic.
“Umm, they’re alright.”
“Great.”
Once they arrived, Song Nanqiao deliberately chose a spot with a good view and ordered some signature desserts. She had heard that sweets could improve one’s mood.
“Ms. Song, can I ask you a question?” Shu Baiye took a small spoonful of tiramisu and put it in her mouth.
“Sure, go ahead.”
“What’s your relationship with Miss Wen?”
Shu Baiye hesitated for a moment but eventually asked. She was certain that the boss’s relationship with Miss Wen was not ordinary. During their last drinking session, the intense protectiveness and possessiveness in Miss Wen’s eyes were unmistakable, and anyone could sense it.
In Shu Baiye’s view, it was practically an open display of affection.
“You should already know.”
Song Nanqiao’s tone was casual as if she were talking about something mundane.
Anyone who had interacted with Wen Wenyao would know her feelings for Song Nanqiao; her affection was hardly concealed.
“Well… I’m sure many men envy you, Ms. Song.”
Shu Baiye continued, “Miss Wen is like a moonlight that even successful people can’t reach…”
When Shu Baiye had browsed Wen Wenyao’s photos online, she had been awestruck by her beauty. At that time, she had thought that if she could be even half as attractive as Wen Wenyao, she would start worshiping deities.
As they chatted, the conversation flowed smoothly.
