The Best Actor in the Vase of Meiyu

Chapter 1851 Clearing the clouds and revealing the sun
"...Anson, when your friend asked if I was your girlfriend, should I have answered like that?"

Finally, the words were spoken.

Anne was somewhat annoyed. She didn't like this version of herself, and she hated the unnecessary wild thoughts in her mind, but she still couldn't control herself.

As soon as the words left her mouth, Anne regretted them.

But there's no turning back now, is there?
"Or should I say we're dating, just dating? Even if it's just dating, I'm sincere, I really like you."

Sadness, confusion, bewilderment, embarrassment.

Anne's eyes reddened slightly. She didn't like herself like this. She awkwardly turned her head away, silently annoyed, wanting to turn and leave but unable to take a step.

Then, a pair of arms embraced Anne in a broad, expansive chest.

Anne tried to break free from his embrace, but to her utter surprise, Anson tightened his arms around her, his warmth enveloping her completely.

The dry, fresh scent of soapberry lingered beneath her nostrils, enveloping her completely like an ocean, leaving her utterly captivated.

“Annie, I’m serious.”

I like you, truly.

Thump. Thump.

Anne pressed her ear against Anson's chest, feeling the sound of his heart pounding; the deep, resonant voice hummed like an echo.

Listening quietly to these sounds, those worries, anxieties, and unease subside, and the world seems to quiet down.

The warm breath gently patted their ears, tickling them slightly, as if whispering secrets in their ears, leaving only the two of them in the vast world.

"Thanks for the party, really, you even contacted Luca?"

“I know how much trouble they cause. Last time, for my 21st birthday, Luca rented an entire bar for an ‘Anson Day,’ and every guest got a free ‘Anson Special Drink.’ He wanted the whole world to know I was 21. God, it was so grand and extravagant. I was so embarrassed. I hated that party, every single second of it. But my parents were overjoyed and desperately wanted Luca to keep making things worse. I just can’t take it.”

“I can imagine how much effort you put into persuading them. Please tell me your secret so I can use it to persuade them next time.”

Anne tilted her head slightly, trying to show her resistance and persistence. She did not want to compromise easily, nor did she want to reconcile easily.

But Anson's words flowed gently over her eardrums, and before Annie could even realize it, her thoughts were already drawn into them.

“But Lucas was very cooperative. He agreed as soon as I asked, and even offered to help.”

Anson was exasperated. "Was Luca doing this on purpose?"

I'm speechless.

Anson rolled his eyes. "Anyway, I love the surprise. I was genuinely startled. What was with that cardboard box? Was it Luca's idea? If there are two bunny girls inside, I'm flying to Los Angeles right now..."

As soon as she said it, Annie regretted it. She was about to put on a serious face again, but when she looked up at Anson's jaw, laughter involuntarily burst out of her throat, and her whole face relaxed. "No, no, no, there's nothing inside. It's just an empty box."

Anson looked down at Annie in his arms.

Anne looked back and nodded seriously.

Anson finally felt relieved. "The cardboard box had completely drawn attention, and then you popped out from the side. This is definitely a surprise party."

"I like it, a surprise just for us."

Annie's lips curled into a smile, a hint of shyness mixed with a touch of joy.

If you like someone, you like them; if you don't, you don't. If you like someone, why make them suffer? Doesn't making them suffer also mean suffering for yourself? If you truly like someone, why not cherish the present moment and treasure the happiness you have?

The anxieties and struggles, the reluctance and wavering, slowly unfolded, and her mood soared. Anne still liked it this way.

"I'm sorry, I've been so busy with work lately that I completely forgot about it. My birthday, your birthday, to be honest, I forgot everything."

"Really, I didn't prepare a gift."

"Obviously, I did a terrible job. You're going through a period of anxiety lately, worrying about work and the future, and I should have spent some time listening to that, but..."

Anne tried to stop Anson, saying, "This isn't your fault."

Anson: "But these are difficulties we need to face together, aren't they? Your troubles, your frustrations, your problems, we should face and experience them together. Life shouldn't only be about romance and happiness, there are also many bumps along the way, and I should do better."

"Now it's clear that I didn't do a good job."

Anson paused, his brows furrowing slightly as he scrutinized Annie. "Wait, it can't be just bad, can it?"

The self-deprecating teasing and intense gaze made Annie's cheeks flush slightly. "No, it's not your fault. You're working, and that's all. I should know the nature of this job myself. In fact, I like the way you're so dedicated to your work. You're shining as an actor, and that's my goal too."

Anson, "But..."

Anne shook her head, speaking before Anson could continue, "No buts. I found a job. No, I should say, I got a role."

Anson's eyes widened. This was absolutely unexpected; the impact had come without warning. A mixture of surprise and joy surged from his pupils. "Really?"

Anne could feel Anson's joy, and her spirits lifted again. "Really! That's one of the main reasons I flew to London. I wanted to share this news with you; and I'll be joining the film crew next week, and I might be staying there for another six months or even longer."

"We need to go to the Rocky Mountains, in southern Alberta."

Anson seized on the key phrase, "Alberta?"

That was in Canada.

Anne suddenly realized and giggled, "Sorry, I was in such a hurry to share the good news that I forgot to tell you what it is."

“I got a role in ‘Brokeback Mountain,’ the project directed by Ang Lee.”

Anson stared wide-eyed at Annie, confirming again.

Anne nodded. "Really, the contract is signed. I've already received the script."

"Oh yeah!"

Anson suddenly picked Annie up completely, and Annie leaned against him. After a gasp, laughter involuntarily streamed down her face.

Noah, who had already obediently entered his room, was slightly taken aback when he heard the noise outside. He was completely overwhelmed by the dog food (a Chinese slang term for witnessing public displays of affection).

He lowered his head, put on his headphones, turned on his Walkman, and started playing heavy metal rock.

The joy and happiness were real. Although Anson knew the historical trajectory of his past life, the feeling was ultimately different when he was actually in it.

Especially witnessing Anne's predicament and challenges up close, her confusion and distress were all very real.

In fact, Anson had seriously considered Anne's two projects, "Children of Men" and "Hangover," hoping to help her solve her current predicament.

However, the role was unsuitable. Objectively speaking, unsuitability is unsuitability, and it might even backfire, jeopardizing Annie's acting career.

Now, finally, the long wait is over, and Anne is ushering in a major turning point, arguably the most important turning point in her career—

Its dazzling debut was second only to "The Princess Diaries".

(End of this chapter)