Chapter 200 Madam Tan

Because of Old Master Bai's plea, Bai Xiyuan's incident at the police station was not leaked. Song Ni didn't have any objections. As far as she was concerned, Bai Xiyuan's career in entertainment was ruined. As for her reputation, she didn't care. She had never wanted to waste too much energy on irrelevant people. However, while Song Ni was indifferent, Song Jing did not let her off. After a week of being held at the police station, Bai Xiyuan received a USB drive upon her release. It contained the reasons behind all the resources she had obtained when she first debuted. As a newcomer with no background, and not yet having returned to the Bai family, there was only one way to get ahead, the most common method in the industry. Looking at the contents of the USB drive, Bai Xiyuan broke out in a cold sweat. She didn't know if this was done by the Song family, or... by Tan Zheng, but seeing these things made her realize that she could no longer stay in the entertainment industry. But she only had a position in the entertainment industry; nothing else was hers. Now... she couldn't even stay in the entertainment industry, and Old Master Bai had even issued an order forbidding her from going out. Hah. One Song Ni, and her decade of struggle was ruined just like that. Bai Xiyuan could no longer hold back, her expression twisting into a grimace, her eyes cold. ... Song Ni's final week of filming was finally over. She no longer needed wires, and it was just some simple emotional scenes. Strangely, Song Ni completed the action scenes very quickly. With over a month of experience, these emotional scenes should have been easy, yet Song Ni had to do two or three takes for every scene. Director Jiang truly doted on Song Ni when he liked her, and was truly harsh when he scolded her. However, the scolded Song Ni didn't take it to heart and could even joke around. "Director Jiang, it can't be helped. I'm too invested, and I feel guilty towards my husband." Director Jiang: ... What the hell, guilt. Despite her words, Song Ni professionally completed all the emotional scenes. Compared to her action scenes, they weren't outstanding, but they met Director Jiang's standards. On the day Song Ni wrapped up her filming, the crew went out for a celebratory dinner. Coincidentally, it was at the same hotel where she had a gathering with Tan Zheng's friends last time. What had happened in the lobby that day had already spread throughout the hotel. So, when Song Ni and her group entered, the hotel manager immediately recognized Song Ni and rushed forward, bowing. "Mrs. Tan." Song Ni: ... Director Jiang: ... Other actors: ???????? Su Jingxi stood with his arms crossed, watching the show. For a moment, Song Ni felt awkward. She had always been very low-key her entire life. Apart from people in the industry who knew she was doted on by the Song family, she had never relied on her background in public. The owners of every place she went to merely thought she was some young lady, but they didn't know her name. This was the first time she had been addressed in front of so many people, and to be called Mrs. Tan. Song Ni coughed and nodded. The manager, however, did not leave. Upon hearing about the private room they had booked, he led the way. By the time they reached the door of the private room, the hotel owner had also come to greet them and even personally opened the door for them. "Mrs. Tan." Song Ni: ... The entire group was once again bewildered by this reception. Director Jiang smiled awkwardly, looking at Song Ni, and teased, "Today, we're all benefiting from our Song Ni's prominence." Su Jingxi added in a low voice from the side, "What Song Ni? Today, she's Mrs. Tan." Song Ni immediately glared at Su Jingxi. "You all go ahead, no need to mind us." The owner and manager bowed slightly. "Mrs. Tan, please do not hesitate to let us know if you have any requests." Song Ni tapped her temple and nodded. The discerning owner immediately led the manager away. Once everyone was seated in the private room, the murmuring began. The actor playing the second male lead was quite bold, and since it was Song Ni's last day on set, and she wouldn't be participating in future promotions, it was unclear if they would meet again. He directly asked, "Sister Ni, are you really married?" Song Ni raised an eyebrow. "Could this marriage certificate be fake?" Everyone chuckled. The male actor touched the back of his head and chuckled foolishly. "Sister Ni is so young and beautiful. If we don't hear it from you directly, we really don't want to believe it." Song Ni's eyes flickered, and she recalled that this second male lead happened to be absent on the two occasions Tan Zheng visited the set. As it was a send-off for Song Ni, all the topics naturally revolved around her. Everyone began to address her by the nickname fans had given her, "Eldest Miss." The attitude of the hotel owner and manager had already indicated that Song Ni's identity was not simple. They weren't so indiscreet as to ask which Tan Mrs. Tan was. However, they did ask some questions that fans were curious about. For example, whether Song Ni would take on any more roles in the future. And how long the Eldest Miss planned to stay in the industry. Song Ni answered honestly, "I don't know about taking on roles. In any case, these two months have exhausted me. I need a good rest." Her words implicitly complained about Director Jiang's unreasonable filming methods. Director Jiang felt wronged. "Ask the others, was I not good to you?" Song Ni thought of the wires she had been on for nearly two months, and her mouth twitched slightly. "That's because I acted well. You weren't exactly sparing with your scolding." Director Jiang: ... "You're quite good at praising yourself." Song Ni blinked her eyes, then slowly added, "Mainly, Director Jiang guided me well." Others: The change of face was too fast. Director Jiang snorted, but the smile at the corner of his mouth couldn't be hidden. "Are you interested in my next film?" As soon as he said this, everyone in the private room, except for Director Jiang himself, Su Jingxi, and Song Ni, became serious. Director Jiang's films were something everyone in the industry craved. Unless one passed Director Jiang's test, no amount of money would suffice. If Director Jiang hadn't seen the video of Song Ni's training, he wouldn't have agreed to Lu Fang's grueling arrangements. However, Song Ni refused without hesitation. "Not interested." The smile on Director Jiang's lips immediately fell. Those at the table: ... This... she refused Director Jiang's film too? And refused so decisively? "Have you thought about it? The script is already out. Let's take a look first." Song Ni still shook her head. "Director Jiang, I'm really not interested right now. I just finished filming; who would want to continue suffering?" Director Jiang snorted. "Then take your rest. You can refuse after looking at the script, and I'm not in such a hurry to start anyway." Song Ni raised her eyebrows, not refusing any further. We'll see then. After all, no one could force her to do something she didn't want to do. Director Jiang felt a bit annoyed. Others cherished his films immensely, yet Song Ni not only didn't cherish it but he even sensed a hint of disdain! As if seeking validation from Song Ni, Director Jiang asked again, "Then why did you decide to film this one?" In Director Jiang's eager anticipation, Song Ni gracefully said, "As I told you, Lu Fang forced me to. I made a deal with him." Director Jiang: ... Should he even continue eating this meal? Just as Song Ni was about to say a few nice words to appease Director Jiang with a smile, the sound of a violent collision suddenly came from the doorway.