A heartbeat, a lifetime

Chapter 16 Maze (2)
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I thought in my heart, he didn't intend to be a secret, "There is a director, script and actors, but there is a lack of investment."

"So, it's fine as long as Qin Mou brings in the investment, right?" I finished the sentence for him.

He raised the corners of his lips, and there was a thick mist in those bright black eyes, "What should I say about you? It's only 5 yuan, but I need to spend hundreds of times to make up for it. Tsk tsk , this promise."

His words were clear and deep, but it took me a long time to fully understand them.

At that moment, my mind was empty, and I couldn't think of any refutation or irony for a while, I just thought over and over again, so this is the person I have a crush on, and that's how he sees me.I just wanted to throw my head back and laugh.But he frowned and looked at me, and finally said: "Such a childish method, it's better not to use it anymore. Now Li Xin dare not touch you because of me, and without me in the future, she won't have any scruples."

Every single word really hurts someone more than a knife.

I could almost hear the white knife poking in, and with a click, it brought out a bloody mess.

"You believe I did it?" I jumped up, almost pointing at his nose and greeting his family.

He sat quietly, but there was an emotion in his eyes that I didn't understand, maybe it was disappointment, or maybe it was irony.

I remembered the terrible dream last night.In the dream, I made up my mind to have plastic surgery, to separate myself from the emotional entanglement between Shen Qinjun and Qin Mou.

Look, it is really thinking by day and dreaming at night.

I laughed dryly: "I will get out of here and stay away from you all, lest I do something childish to make her sad and make you lose money."

I took my bag and was about to leave. The moment I turned around, he held my hand. His fingertips were warm and pressed right on my small scar. His tone was inexplicably soft, and seemed to be filled with regret, "You... Bai Xi, how did you become like this?"

How did I become like this?
At that moment, my heart really tightened, and the blood flowed backwards, so that my lips trembled, and I said every word intermittently: "I'm stupid, that's why I promised you to accompany you to this point. I became To become like this, to like you so much, is all my fault!"

He looked up suddenly.

I looked at him condescendingly, withdrew my hand forcefully, and said in the most ferocious voice: "Shen Qinjun, this matter is over. If you fuck me again, I'll see you beat me up again and again!"

My colleagues were all surprised by my resignation, and they all came to persuade me to stay.

I think those reluctances are sincere. After all, we have enjoyed getting along during the few months here.The boss invited me into the office, and asked inquiringly, "Bai Xi, what's the matter?"

I lowered my head and thought for a while, and finally said, "I thought I could adapt to a nine-to-five white-collar job."

"What? You still want to go back to do photography?" The boss was a little surprised, "Do you know when you were recruited..."

I forced a smile and interrupted him: "Boss, I know it wasn't easy for me to come in, and thanks to your help. But I have really decided on this matter."

The boss looked at me and opened his mouth, but in the end he waved his hand without saying anything, "Okay, I'll give you a farewell after handover."

When Xu Zhuo found out, he just sighed and said, "Bai Xi, it's no wonder you've done so well in Roewe! Finance is not suitable for you at all! But it's enough for you to get the year-end bonus and camera shots."

My face was full of black lines, "I resigned because of a man!"

She almost laughed out loud: "Come on! I strongly suspect that you are not interested in men..."

I was speechless immediately.

"What's next?"

"Travel first."

"It's so free and easy... What about your man?"

I hesitated and typed calmly, "The man abandoned me."

If you say something like that, no one will believe it.

I really don't know whether to cry or laugh.

I always think that no one in this world can truly know another person completely.

For example, in the eyes of my colleagues, I am able to work without complaining, and I am free from restraint when joking without getting angry; but in the eyes of Xu Zhuo and the others, I am a "floating" person-in their words: "Never I don’t even know what’s going on in Bai Xi’s mind.” The senior headhunter got drunk once and even recited "New Words of the World" and praised me: "Bai Xi looks a bit like the ancients... I went there in a small boat, built a gate and returned without going forward. When people asked why, the king said: "I used to travel when I was happy, and I returned when I was exhausted"..."

I listened by the side, but I could only smile wryly. Is this considered an advantage?

I also want to live in peace and order like ordinary people.

There are elders in their family, they have concerns, they study and work in a regular manner, and they don’t make any mistakes. Although they are worldly, they are also full of warm fun—unlike me, a lonely person who seems to be free, but in fact, the world is full of various forms. , The world is sad, no one knows better than me.

That feeling intensified when my colleagues and I finished our barbecue and sang and returned home alone.

Others can complain to their parents when they lose their jobs or change jobs, but what about me?
I dragged my drunken body and sat by the computer to look up cheap air tickets. Under the warm light in the middle of the night, I tapped the keyboard with my fingertips to make a crisp sound. The scar has faded a lot, and it is no longer hideous.

Everything in this world can heal and fade, and the only thing that can last forever is time itself.

Now I have a terrible headache, and I don’t bother to look at the strategy. I just picked a ticket to Hangzhou and was about to pay when my phone rang.I went to check the caller ID first, it wasn't Shen Qinjun—relaxed, I picked it up, "Master."

After talking to Mai Zhendong, I was healed instantly - many idioms came to my mind instantly.

There is no unparalleled road in the sky; there is another spring in the shadows of the willows; the flowers are bright and the spring is bright; a good man loses his horse; God closes a window for you, and must open a door...

I actually received my first camera invitation in my life!
"V" magazine is currently planning a young line brand "Young", the first issue will be released in the spring, and the production period is very tight.Thanks to Mai Zhendong's recommendation, I shot the most important blockbuster.Because it is a new magazine, the magazine has spared no effort in investing. It is necessary to go to other places to take pictures, but the subject is still to be determined-it is said that several powerful new stars in the circle are fighting for it, but who will win depends on their respective backgrounds and contacts.

For me, it doesn't matter who I shoot.The important thing is that as long as my performance is up to par, I can become a staff photographer for the magazine.This thought kept me awake all night. When I officially received a call from the editor-in-chief of the magazine the next morning, I jumped out of bed, "I'll be right there."

I am used to wearing white-collar attire in Roewe, so I can throw it all aside now.I opened the closet and found those sweaters and jeans from before. Finally, I simply tied up my hair and went out with a swollen face.

As soon as I entered the magazine, I didn't have too many greetings, and the assistant directly led me into the conference room.

The inside was full of people, even the editor-in-chief Su Wen was there. She glanced at me and introduced casually: "Everyone knows Bai Xi, I used to be an assistant, this time I'm the photographer of this set of pictures. In the future If you have any questions, you can communicate with her directly."

It turned out to be a selection meeting.

I took the information in my hand and flipped through it, and there were a few filming locations on it, ranging from the sea to the sea, bamboo forests, deserts... more than a dozen editors were arguing endlessly over the theme.

Su Wen had been listening quietly, and suddenly asked me, "Bai Xi, what do you think is suitable?"

I stopped beating around the bush, "Although it's a women's magazine, the theme of the first issue is forging ahead. So I'm leaning towards Yedong's Waterfall." The more I spoke, the more excited I became, and even the composition of the pictures became clearer, "Lin Yuan The hopeless situation, the endeavor to break through the siege..."

After listening to my description, Su Wen said without much hesitation, "That's it, Yedong Waterfall."

Su Wen did not participate in the discussion of the next details, and left full authority to the executive editor.Taking advantage of the short break in the middle, I pointed to the candidate names and asked, "Who is it?"

The best newcomer at the Golden Horse Awards, the heroine of a hit drama, the otaku goddess who is popular all over the country even though she hasn't had a masterpiece yet... It's really hard to choose.

"The editor-in-chief hasn't decided yet." The executive editor shrugged, "Just wait, it will definitely be decided tonight. Tomorrow the clothing team will finish the clothes, and we will fly to Yedong the day after tomorrow."

I didn't ask any more questions, just try to do my part well.

Checking the equipment, communicating with the new assistant, and confirming the filming location...Unknowingly, I worked overtime at night. The new assistant was a tall and thin boy. He bought rice noodles and coffee and handed them to me. Tell him what you need to pay attention to.

"...By the way, it must be waterproof, and a roll of plastic paper must be prepared..." I was halfway through, when someone called me from a distance.

"Bai Xi, the editor-in-chief asked you to go there, saying that the appointment has been made."

I pushed the door open and went in, "Editor-in-Chief, who's the deal?"

"Qin Mou." Su Wen raised his head from the computer, his movements were elegant and calm, and his tone was flat.

Why is this name so ubiquitous? !

I smiled wryly, "She's not on the candidate list."

"Bai Xi, you understand the rules of our business. Whoever can bring in the advertisement is the priority." Su Wen remained calm, "Besides, she has been in the news recently, and she has a lot of selling points in magazines."

There was a bitter taste on the tip of my lips, and I was silent for a moment, "Does she know that I am a photographer?"

"Of course." Su Wen was a little surprised, "Why do you ask that? I sent all the information when the contract was finalized."

"It's nothing." I also smiled, and my chest was filled with courage like never before—since she didn't feel embarrassed, I had nothing to say—because I had a clear conscience.

Qin Mou had been rushing to make a movie, so naturally he didn't show up at the coordination preparatory meeting the next day.I thought, Shen Qinjun really made a move, the so-called change of roles incident passed away without a sound.

"Will it be dangerous to shoot under the waterfall?" The staff sent by the other party is Qin Mou's assistant, hesitating for a moment, "How to ensure safety?"

"Don't worry, someone will be responsible for Qin Mou's location, and he will definitely not choose a dangerous place. Just in case, we have also insured." The executive editor patiently replied, "We don't want accidents even more than you, right? "

The other party confirmed the brand of the clothing with the clothing editor, confirmed that it could not conflict with her endorsement, and checked each item one by one. When it was over, it was almost off work time.During the whole process, she asked me about photography, and her attitude was very normal, as if I was an ordinary partner.

That's fine, anyway, I've paid a little attention to the entertainment news these days. The so-called "secret door" incident has already "come to light". According to the official statement, it was a security guard who secretly leaked the photos, and Miss Qin couldn't be more innocent.

I packed up my things and was going to eat, when suddenly someone stopped me: "Miss Bai, please let me have a chat with you for a while."

I stopped, "Okay."

I left the editorial office with my assistant, and there was a familiar figure standing in front of the Starbucks on the ground floor.

My scalp is a little numb, it's Li Xin.But now, I can only nod with her and walk into the coffee shop together.

"What to drink?" I asked very politely, but I was actually a little worried, what if she splashed me with coffee again?
"whatever."

After I sat down, I was really hungry. I ordered a large cup of mocha and cake, and started to gobble it up as soon as I sat down.

"Miss Bai, you and Mr. Shen..." Li Xin spoke after deliberating for a while.

"It doesn't matter anymore." I picked up a tissue and wiped the cake crumbs from the corner of my mouth, "We broke up."

"I heard that Mr. Shen dumped you because of the secret filming?" There was a reassuring smile on the corner of her mouth, her tone was gentle, but it sounded gloating.

I glanced at her, thinking that she is really not a fuel-efficient lamp.

"Everyone in our company knows what you have done before. It just so happens that I met you this time. Of course, I won't be as defenseless as before—I just want to advise you, it's better not to go out at night." Li Xin's tone gradually turned harsh, "When they have conflicts, you take advantage of the situation, and maybe Mr. Shen will support you. But now they are engaged, I hope you can take care of yourself."

"Are they engaged?" I was taken aback, no wonder Shen Qinjun didn't respond to his resignation this time.

I lowered my head and continued to eat the cake as if nothing had happened, and said vaguely, "Congratulations to them."

"So forget about some naive tricks." She snorted softly, "It's yours, and you can't take it away. It's not yours..."

Before the words were finished, a girl walked across from me with a cold air.

Li Xin was stunned, and subconsciously looked at his watch, "Yiyi, have you finished filming?"

Qin Mou was dressed in a simple water gray velvet sportswear, with a soft and slender figure, and her long hair was loosely pulled up with a rubber band, making her face look no bigger than a palm.The corners of her lips twitched gently, and she said relaxedly: "I came over after the shooting, didn't I say I want to try on clothes?"

It can be seen that the people around Qin Mou are really kind to her. Li Xin tugged on her clothes and said affectionately: "It's such a cold weather, why do you wear so little?"

She didn't take it seriously, and smiled at me and said, "Miss Bai, we meet again."

I said "Hey", but my eyes were involuntarily attracted by the ring on her hand.

Under the refraction of the light, the main diamond, which is bigger than the fingernail, lingers brightly, surrounded by a string of small diamonds like a chain of beads, dazzling like a star.

If I remember correctly, I saw her the other day and hadn't seen the ring—is it an engagement ring?
Probably noticed my gaze and expression, she smiled, withdrew her hand, and turned to look at the manager: "I want to drink caramel mocha."

"I'll go buy it." Li Xin gave her his seat and gave me a meaningful look.

I buried my head in my coffee.

"Miss Bai, it's really destined to cooperate with you again." Qin Mou leaned on the soft sofa, compared to the few times he saw it before, the corners of his eyes and brows today are slightly pink, as if it is a natural makeup, beautiful and Without losing softness.

I looked up at her out of the corner of my eyes, did she know that I had "framed" her?I glanced at Li Xin who was buying coffee not far away, and I was suddenly relieved—how could she not know? !Having had such a fight with Li Xin, if I were her manager, I would definitely remind her to be wary of me.

Heh, there were only the two of us in the bathroom that day, and I asked her to keep my camera, but in the end some photos leaked out... Now she can still face me with such a pleasant face, is she pure or unfathomable?
"Sister Xin may have a bad attitude towards you, Miss Bai, please don't mind." She lightly folded her fingertips on the table, her voice sincere.

"No, she's talking to me about the next filming plan." I interrupted her, calmly, "The entertainment industry is deep, and it's a happy thing to have someone to protect."

She rolled her eyes and answered the irrelevant question: "Yeah, I haven't been in this circle, so I probably wouldn't have imagined how scary it is." She paused, and said seriously, "It's a dinner with acquaintances. After finishing a glass of orange juice, it was poured in a strange room the next second..."

I could clearly see her expression flinching, her long eyelashes trembling slightly, as if she had thought of something terrible.

"Have you... experienced it?" I asked lightly.

She didn't deny it, and said after being stunned: "That was the first time I experienced this kind of thing, and it was also the last time - I was sent to a hotel room, but fortunately I met Shen Qinjun."

Is this the beginning of their story?

The direction of the story is really like a romance novel!Then it was logical that Shen Qinjun fell in love with her...

Qin Mou's voice finally interrupted my over-imagining of the story, "Miss Bai, do you know? In fact, I am really lucky to be able to make it this far. My temper is not very good. At that time, I always felt that filming I can go back to school if I can’t play, and I have never compromised with production companies and advertisers. I also know that I am self-willed, but every time I make trouble, I am not afraid at all, because..." She suddenly After a pause, her bright eyes and teeth were shining brightly, "I know there will always be someone who will allow me to be so nonsense and self-willed."

(End of this chapter)