2262 Twins
âWhich company is this artiste from?â someone asked quietly, very curious about Shen Mubeiâs identity.
Hearing this, someone actually felt relieved. âThatâs good, thatâs good!â
If they fought with such an artiste for the male lead role, everyone else would be done for.
After Shen Mubei entered the backstage area, his assistant said in a low voice, âPresident Shen, Miss Zhao is waiting for you in the dressing room.â
âGot it.â After Shen Mubei took a call, he slowly walked toward the dressing room.
Zhao Xinshu, who was putting on makeup, was also an artiste. In the past few years, because of the investment behind her, her career in the entertainment industry had been smooth sailing.
Seeing Shen Mubei walk in, she immediately stood up and said, âMubei!â
âAre you done with your makeup?â Shen Mubei asked. His tone was a little low and gentle. It was obvious that he indulged her.
âYes, Iâve already put on makeup. I even met the director and producer just now. Itâs a pity that you didnât come. Otherwise, I wouldâve heard them sing praises for me.â Zhao Xinshuâs attitude in front of him was gentle and generous. When she spoke, her tone was interspersed with unconscious coquettishness.
âWhat did they say?â Shen Mubei casually found a chair and sat down. His long legs were casually stretched out, and his bold sitting posture made him look even more charming.
âThey saidâ¦â Zhao Xinshu thought for a while before saying, âIs it alright if I donât agree with their thoughts?â
She bent down and squatted in front of Shen Mubei, playing with the brooch on his chest. âCan you give this to me? I like it so much.â
âNo.â Shen Mubei refused without hesitation.
Zhao Xinshu: ââ¦â
Shen Mubei would never reject her request for a trinket like this. An item like this was not that valuable, so why would he reject her?
âLetâs get down to business,â Shen Mubei reminded.
He looked like he was about to get angry.
Zhao Xinshu didnât dare to dawdle anymore. She said, âThe director and producer told me to act as the second female lead. I just donât agree. Iâve always been preparing for the female lead role. Why are they rejecting all my efforts?â
When Shen Mubei heard her words, he looked up at her steadily.
Zhao Xinshuâs voice unknowingly softened. âI just think that the director and producer should consider my opinion⦠Itâs not my first time filming a movie, and my acting skills have been recognized, soâ¦â
Zhao Xinshu felt guilty under his gaze. âThatâs not what I meantâ¦â
Zhao Xinshu: ââ¦â
That was indeed what she meant just now. She wanted to act as the female lead, but under Shen Mubeiâs gaze, she did not dare to voice out anymore.
âHuh?â Shen Mubei raised his eyebrows and questioned lazily.
âI donât mean anything. Iâm just relaying the director and producerâs wishes. I have no problem being the second female lead.â
âThen itâs settled. Letâs get them to sign the contract.â
Zhao Xinshu: ââ¦â
She had planned in her heart for a long time, but this was still the outcome. She could not calm down, but she did not dare to flare up in front of Shen Mubei.
âIf thereâs nothing else, Iâll go out first.â Shen Mubei stood up, tidied his clothes, and walked out.
Zhao Xinshu sat back in her chair dejectedly. Her manager quickly said, âActually, the second female lead is quite good. The image of the second female lead in this movie isnât too bad.â
âBut how can it compare to the female lead? Iâve been aiming for the female lead role from the beginningâ
âThink about it. Isnât it good for President Shen to be so businesslike to everyone? Seeing as he even treats you like this, what more outsiders? We should be at ease.â
The managerâs words comforted Zhao Xinshu. She nodded and said, âIndeed, Mubei has invested in so many movies, but he has never had anything to do with any female artistes. Itâs indeed reassuring. I should indeed be satisfied with such a boyfriend.â
But why did she always feel like she owed him?
She knew better than anyone else that in front of Shen Mubei, she was not a normal person at all. She could not express her emotions and could only show them according to his emotions.
She suddenly thought of something and asked, âHave you found out what I asked you to find out before? Who gave the brooch Mu Bei is wearing?â
âIâve already asked President Shenâs assistant. President Shenâs brooch is a gift from a jewelry company. Itâs Lu Wenhuiâs jewelry company. Every year, the Shen family orders their jewelry from President Lu. President Lu will give President Shen a lot of jewelry in return. Itâs normal.â n/ô/vel/b//in dot c//om
âThatâs not right.â Zhao Xinshu shook her head and said, âMubei rarely wears these things. Even when he attends important events, heâs dressed very simply. Why would he suddenly put on a brooch? Perhaps it was given to him by a seductress! Didnât you see that he couldnât bear to give it to me?â
âNo way⦠Which seductress could get close to him?â
â¦
At the event location of the audition.
The director and several producers had already entered the event location.
Seeing Shen Mubei appear, everyone stood up and greeted him.
Shen Mubei pressed his palm down, indicating for everyone to do their own things and not worry about him.
The director and the others also knew Shen Mubeiâs temperament. Although he would occasionally come to take a look, he would never interfere in specific matters.
He had recommended Zhao Xinshu, and her qualifications were not bad. After everyone agreed, they felt that she was very suitable for the second female lead role. Shen Mubei did not have any objections.
To be able to meet such an investor, the producers and director felt that Lady Luck was on their side.
The audition officially began.
The audition was divided into two. One group was responsible for auditioning minor roles. The casting director and assistant director were the ones overseeing it.
Shen Mubei was in the venue where the executive director, camera director, and producers were. They were screening the main roles.
Qiao Weiyang sat outside and watched people go in and out.
âQiao Weiyang.â
When she heard her name, Qiao Weiyang stood up and walked in.
She saw Shen Mubei sitting in the back row. It was not that she was keeping an eye out for him, but Shen Mubei was indeed too outstanding. He was too conspicuous sitting there.