Chapter 455: Chapter 455

She was indeed a bit curious.

Which woman, for the sake of getting close to Shen Dang, could even say such things?

And she doesn’t mind my presence?

Has anyone asked if I mind?

"Zhong Xinran," Shen Dang mentioned the name with disdain, "Are you very familiar with her?"

"Snowball" should have also featured Zhong Xinran in its promotions, but since she went to record "Dream Chasing Camp 2," she naturally didn’t join the publicity with the crew.

Qiao Xi actually guessed that Zhong Xinran would harbor such intentions toward Shen Dang, but she didn’t expect her to be bold enough to confront Shen Dang with them.

Qiao Xi still trusted Shen Dang a lot.

Zhong Xinran couldn’t stir up any major trouble.

But why was she feeling a bit annoyed?

Qiao Xi’s voice regained its coolness: "Not familiar at all."

Qiao Xi frowned, "Then first..."

Just as Qiao Xi was about to end the call, Shen Dang suddenly interrupted her; "Xi Bao, I feel dirty."

His voice even sounded pitiful.

Boss, you are a wise and powerful leader, can you please not behave ?

Assistant Gao didn’t expect that one day his own boss would turn into this state, it was unbelievable.

Let alone Assistant Gao, even Qiao Xi felt somewhat speechless when she heard Shen Dang say this.

"Where did you get dirty?"

"That woman dirtied my eyes."

His disgust was unbearable.

For a moment, Qiao Xi was at a loss for words.

Yet, she found it somewhat amusing.

Lifting her eyes, she saw her own face in the mirror, wearing a faint smile: "... Shen Dang, you’re so boring."

"Don’t laugh," Shen Dang frowned, "I’m serious."

Qiao Xi immediately stopped laughing: "Then what do you want to do?"

Shen Dang coughed, "When will you come back?"

What to do would have to wait until she returned.

After a few seconds, Qiao Xi said, "I still need to go to South City before returning to Hai City, so maybe in a few days."

Originally, there wasn’t a promotional event for "Snowball" in South City, but the director group arranged a session there at the last minute.

Someone was calling Qiao Xi from a distance, and she hurriedly said a word to Shen Dang before hanging up the phone.

Shen Dang knew she was busy, but didn’t expect her to be that busy.

The phone call didn’t even last a few minutes.

Shen Dang supported her career very much, but he also wanted her to be by his side.

All he hoped now was for the days of recording "How Can I Not Be Moved" to come quickly.

Once his relationship with Qiao Xi got closer, he wouldn’t have to worry about other women daring to approach him.

Reflecting on what just happened, Shen Dang realized that he hadn’t noticed any signs of jealousy from Qiao Xi.

Thinking about this, Shen Dang’s mood wasn’t too pleasant.

Sheng Chao, who had already arrived at IDC Capital, didn’t see Shen Dang and called him again.

"Haven’t you reached the office?"

Shen Dang picked up the phone, his voice tinged with impatience, "If it’s urgent, just say it on the phone."

"Why are you so irritable?" Sheng Chao chuckled lazily, "It’s not urgent, just wondering."

Shen Dang didn’t say a word, and just hung up the phone.

The car stopped outside the IDC Capital building, and before getting out, Shen Dang coldly instructed Assistant Gao, "Dig up some dirt on Zhong Xinran, gather her negative information, and ensure she’s completely removed from ’Dream Chasing Camp 2’."

Shen Dang wouldn’t allow any uncertainties to ruin his relationship with Qiao Xi.

Assistant Gao didn’t understand why Shen Dang would use his privilege to kick Zhong Xinran out of the program, but he just did as instructed.

Since the boss had spoken, it must mean that Zhong Xinran had indeed offended the boss.

While Zhong Xinran was still feeling pleased with herself, thinking that by clinging to the wealthy Shen Dang, she was about to soar high and even floated when she walked.

Though certain of her success, Zhong Xinran hadn’t thought to inform her agent about this affair.

She planned to inform her agent once everything was set in stone, by then her agent would have to show her respect in order to survive.

Due to this, the talent agency to which Zhong Xinran belonged was unaware that she had offended Shen Dang.

By the time her scandals broke online, it was too late for any PR rescue.

Her popularity plummeted.

Enshrouded by scandals, it didn’t take long for Zhong Xinran to gradually fade from the entertainment industry.

It was already six in the evening when Qiao Xi finished her activities.

The crew had arranged for a meal, and although Qiao Xi didn’t want to go, seeing that everyone else was going, she had to make an appearance.

When she returned to the hotel, it was just past eight.

Exhausted, Qiao Xi collapsed onto the bed. She closed her eyes and suddenly remembered the call from Shen Dang that morning.

Qiao Xi picked up her phone and first made a call to Wang Li.

Wang Li was a bit surprised upon receiving her call, "Aren’t you busy with promotions? What’s up?"

"There’s something," Qiao Xi’s voice was cool, that kind of clear tone.

"Are you following ’Dream Chasing Camp 2’?"

"I am," Wang Li laughed, "I’m following a few newcomers from GK, what would you like to know?"

She had been in the industry for a long time, acted in TV dramas and movies, and now was participating in a trainee talent show, certainly no shortage of topics about her online.

Of course, her popularity was not without the company’s hype, and with all the positive coverage online, her fanbase also grew.

"Her skills are definitely better than those of the outright newcomers, and her reputation among the general public isn’t bad either," Wang Li paused, then suddenly remembered something, "Isn’t she also in ’Snowball’? Why are you suddenly asking about her?"

That was, of course, because Zhong Xinran had disgusted her.

If others don’t offend me, I won’t offend them.

She harbored malicious intentions toward Shen Dang, and indeed, Qiao Xi was annoyed.

Since she was annoyed, not doing something about it wouldn’t ease her feelings.

"Sister Li, can you check if there’s any dirt on Zhong Xinran?"

Wang Li chuckled upon hearing this, "Did she offend you?"

"Not exactly, but Sister Li, just help me look into it and then call me back."

Wang Li willingly agreed, still smiling as she hung up.

The past Qiao Xi had a laissez-faire attitude, never vying or scheming with other artists.

She would immerse herself in filming when she had projects and stay at home reading books when she didn’t, leading a monotonous and simple life. Googlᴇ search ɴo(v)elFɪre.ɴet

Dedicated and laissez-faire.

Now, she was taking the initiative to scheme against someone.

How could she not look forward to it?

Just as she was talking to Wang Li on the phone, Shen Dang had called, and as soon as she hung up, Qiao Xi called him back.

Shen Dang’s languid voice came through, "Who were you talking to?"

Listening more closely, his voice also seemed a bit resentful.

The slight agitation in Qiao Xi’s heart dissipated upon hearing his voice.

She replied leisurely, "Guess."

Shen Dang replied nonchalantly, "Do you think I won’t guess?"

Qiao Xi wasn’t falling for his trick, "Then just forget about guessing."

Why not follow the script?

"I’ll call you on a video call."

Before Qiao Xi could respond, Shen Dang had already hung up the phone, and soon her WeChat video call started ringing.

Qiao Xi sat up from the bed, tidied her hair, and then answered the video call.