Chapter 505: Chapter 505

She started laughing first.

The man had entered without making a sound, and it was unclear how long he had been standing there.

Upon being discovered, Shen Dang approached without hurry and only when he had embraced her did he ask, "Wife, what are you doing?"

Qiao Xi coughed, "Can’t you tell? I’m practicing singing."

"Practicing singing?"

Shen Dang raised an eyebrow, a hint of interest in his eyes.

"Yes, practicing singing."

Qiao Xi then talked to Shen Dang about her work.

Shen Dang’s peach blossom eyes were full of appreciation, his deep voice wrapped in a chuckle, "Teacher Qiao is developing all kinds of skills now."

Qiao Xi’s eyes were cool and elegant as she raised her chin with indescribable pride, "Are you ridiculing me with that comment?"

"Of course not." Shen Dang smiled lazily with a curl of his lips, "I’m praising my excellent wife. Not only can she act, she can sing too. Marrying you is like finding a treasure."

Shen Dang rubbed his jaw against her head, with such fondness and stickiness he seemed to wish to melt her into his embrace.

Qiao Xi was somewhat speechless.

If her mind hadn’t been clear, she might have been carried away by Shen Dang’s praises, floating on air.

This man tossed out compliments easily.

Of course, she knew she was impressive, but she wouldn’t boast about it on the outside.

Being humble is still important.

"Xi Bao, you’re very impressive."

Shen Dang pinched the flesh on her cheek.

"That’s enough." Qiao Xi, at a loss for words, swatted away his presumptuous hand, "Stop blowing smoke my way, go and eat. I thought the restaurant I went to with Brother Jiayuan and the others was good, so I brought some back for you."

Shen Dang’s dark pupils revealed a lazy smile, "Shall we eat together?"

"No, thanks." Qiao Xi declined, "I’ve already eaten, I’m not hungry."

"Then keep me company while I eat."

"How old are you that you still need company?"

Qiao Xi’s eyes conveyed faint disgust, as she glanced at Shen Dang and still sat down beside the dining table to keep him company.

Whatever and Huahua also moved to the side, obediently lying down by their legs.

Qiao Xi looked down, "Let Whatever and Huahua keep you company, I’m going to practice singing a bit more."

Qiao Xi once again marveled at Boss Shen’s talent for naming.

Hearing this, Shen Dang immediately used his foot to push Whatever away, then stated with righteous boldness, "You keep me company."

Whatever opened its doggy eyes, its pupils lifting upward in a look of silent reproach.

It had already sensed its master’s rejection.

So this was possible.

Qiao Xi glanced at the dog with sorrowful eyes, then back at Shen Dang, "You’re playing dirty."

Shen Dang tilted his chin up, a delicate air about him, "How is this playing dirty? Compared to a dog, of course, I want my wife to accompany me."

He was calm and poised, not feeling the slightest inclination that his behavior was dog-like.

Qiao Xi didn’t bother to waste words with him, she simply said, "Alright, stop talking, eat your food."

After finishing the meal, Shen Dang cleared the table.

Qiao Xi also moved to the sofa to continue lounging.

Shen Dang prowled over and wrapped her in his arms, his fingers caressing her shoulders, "How did the singing practice go today?"

Qiao Xi naturally leaned against him, her eyes fixed on the song lyrics on her phone, "I’ve only been practicing for one day, I’ve got more to learn."

"My wife has been working hard."

Shen Dang patted her head.

Qiao Xi looked up at him and smiled, "Not really, it’s much easier than acting."

She just needed to memorize the lyrics well.

She had already committed the tune to heart.

For the next few days, Qiao Xi would spend several hours practicing singing in the recording studio.

Xie Baola was busy editing the movie and couldn’t accompany her, so Qiao Xi brought Bei Bei along with her.

Qiao Xi was progressing smoothly with her singing. One day, when she and Bei Bei arrived at the recording studio, they ran into Nie Anfong.

She had visited several times without encountering Nie Anfong.

Just as they got off the car, they ran into her.

Seeing Qiao Xi, Nie Anfong’s eyes brightened, her face breaking into a smile as she walked towards Qiao Xi.

"It’s been a long time!"

Qiao Xi paused, offering a refined smile, "Indeed, it has been a long time."

She had a rather good impression of Nie Anfong.

Nie Anfong asked with a smile, "Teacher Qiao, are you here to record?"

"No, Sister Xi is here to practice singing."

Bei Bei was the one who spoke.

Nie Anfong looked surprised, "Teacher Qiao can sing?"

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No sooner had she spoken than she realized her faux pas.

Qiao Xi was a senior, well-regarded and famous; her words couldn’t have offended her, could they?

Meeting Qiao Xi’s smiling phoenix eyes, Nie Anfong hurriedly clarified in confusion, "Teacher Qiao, I didn’t mean it that way. I meant it’s amazing that you’re so good at acting, I didn’t expect you to sing as well. Please don’t misunderstand."

"I just think you’re incredibly talented!"

In Nie Anfong’s tone was utter admiration.

Qiao Xi did not respond, and Bei Bei spoke with a sense of shared honor, "Absolutely, Sister Xi even released an album not long after her debut."

And she had even received awards.

If Sister Xi had continued developing her career in the singing industry, perhaps she could have made a name for herself.

Of course, she now had her place in the film industry, which was quite impressive.

Nie Anfong’s round eyes sparkled, "I’m new to the industry, I hadn’t heard about this. Teacher Qiao is really amazing!"

She needed to learn from Qiao Xi!

Qiao Xi spoke slowly, with modesty, "That was a long time ago. I can’t compare to professional singers."

She was humble and low-key.

"Teacher Qiao, may I take a photo with you?" Nie Anfong mustered the courage to ask.

Qiao Xi nodded, "Of course."

Nie Anfong pulled out her phone, stood next to Qiao Xi, and posed for a selfie with a smile.

At 165 cm, she was a bit shorter than Qiao Xi and was overshadowed by her height, but her sweet, lovely appearance was of another style altogether.

A fairy and a cutie, fans had their own preferences.

Nie Anfong then asked, "Teacher Qiao, can I post our selfie on Weibo?"

Now that she also had a collaboration with "Twin Sisters," Qiao Xi did not refuse her.

Nie Anfong was overjoyed, "Thank you so much, Teacher Qiao."

Nie Anfong drew close, grinning broadly at her, "Teacher Qiao, let’s go practice singing then."

They each went to a different recording studio.

Nie Anfong had been busy with other work in the previous days; this was her first time coming to practice singing.

The recording engineer had already adjusted the equipment, and Nie Anfong entered the booth and put on her headphones.

Qiao Xi didn’t go to her own studio but sat outside Nie Anfong’s for a while, watching her practice singing.

Through the monitor headphones, Nie Anfong’s voice sounded pleasant, full of narrative, and her sense of rhythm was remarkably good.

There was indeed a significant gap between her and Qiao Xi, who hadn’t sung in a while.

Nie Anfong had fought her way out of "Dream Chasing Camp" with real talent.

After watching her for a while, Qiao Xi returned to her own studio.

She set the time before entering the recording room.