Huayu 2015, the Artist of Light and Shadow

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After finishing their meal, Ji Rujing and Huang Yida naturally left together.

"Qiqi, who are you waiting for? Let's go."

When Ji Rujing saw Chen Yuqi sitting there, seemingly waiting for Zhang Ruonan to leave together, he shook his head and smiled, then pulled Chen Yuqi away.

"Sister Ji, we left Xiaonan behind."

Whether Chen Yuqi was oblivious or simply lacked tact, she completely failed to understand the look Ji Rujing was giving her and insisted on waiting for Zhang Ruonan to leave together.

"Xiao Nan is a grown woman, are you worried she'll get lost? Stop looking. Come back with me."

Other agents would definitely oppose their artists dating. Dating consumes a lot of energy, affects career development, and hinders the company's profits.

However, Ji Rujing never objected to this.

If her romantic partner is a reliable man, she would actually be very happy to see it happen.

After all, office romances are a tradition in their company.

……

"Little Zhang, let's go too."

Before leaving, Ji Rujing had already instructed Lu Yunzhou to safely escort Zhang Ruonan back to the hotel.

Lu Yunzhou didn't think much of it.

Zhang Ruonan is like his little sister, so he will definitely take very good care of her.

"Brother Yunzhou, where do you live?"

After asking the question, Zhang Ruonan felt a little embarrassed and subconsciously explained, "I didn't mean anything by it. I just felt that you're all alone in Shanghai and can't get any local specialties from your hometown. If I knew your address, I could send you some seafood specialties, like dried squid or something, if I had the chance."

Upon hearing this, Lu Yunzhou smiled warmly and said, "Thank you. To be honest, I really miss the dried squid from my hometown. I'll send you the address later."

The two chatted as they walked toward the underground parking garage.

With plenty of money left from the filming of the short film, Lu Yunzhou didn't skimp on himself and bought a used car.

However, getting a license plate in Shanghai is a bit troublesome, so he got a Shanghai C license plate for free first, which at least allows him to travel freely in the suburbs without encountering license plate restrictions.

"Get in the car. I'll take you home first."

Zhang Ruonan quickly jumped into the passenger seat, sitting obediently on the surface, but her eyes were already scanning rapidly like radar, and she even subtly sniffed the air.

There was no unfamiliar perfume scent, and no leftover snack crumbs.

As for women's products such as stockings, high heels, and lipstick, they absolutely do not exist.

Safety!

Sister Nan, I'll go first!

The passenger seat is now exclusively for Sister Nan!

Unfortunately, this car is great in every way, except that it's too old.

A used Volkswagen Tiguan, probably driven for five or six years, it's really a shame for my Yunzhou brother.

"I still have to be a rich woman."

Thinking of this, Zhang Ruonan couldn't help but sigh.

If she were a rich woman now, she would have dragged Lu Yunzhou to the Porsche dealership without hesitation and bought him a Panamera.

Zhang Ruonan secretly made up her mind that she must perform well on set, especially when she cries, she must make people feel particularly sorry for her.

That way, everyone will fall madly in love with this show.

She'll become famous, her pay will increase fivefold, and she'll quickly become a wealthy woman.

……

Along the way, Zhang Ruonan gazed out the window, her mind wandering.

If you become popular, should you immediately start live-streaming e-commerce?

If you do well, you can earn 3 yuan a day, which adds up to nearly a million yuan a month. Isn't that more profitable than acting?

Before signing the contract, she specifically checked the relevant terms and conditions, which did not restrict her from live-streaming sales.

Ever since Lu Yunzhou mentioned this, she has been learning about the live-streaming e-commerce market, which is definitely a blue ocean market with great potential.

Taobao just launched its live streaming feature this year, and many ordinary people have made their first fortune through it. She felt that a pretty girl like her would definitely be in high demand in the live streaming market.

Because she seemed like the kind of honest girl who wouldn't lie.

Those housewives who love shopping, and wealthy grandmothers, will definitely be willing to buy the products she recommends.

"Brother Yunzhou, why did you bring me to the mall?"

Instead of taking Zhang Ruonan back to her hotel, Lu Yunzhou took her to a shopping mall and found an Apple store.

"Two of the latest iPhones, the top-of-the-line models."

Lu Yunzhou said something to the sales assistant in the mall, then looked at Zhang Ruonan and asked, "What color do you like?"

Was it bought for me?

Zhang Ruonan's heart skipped a beat, and she replied blankly, "Pink."

At that moment, she realized what Lu Yunzhou's actions meant, and a blush gradually appeared on her cheeks.

"One pink, one black."

After getting the phone, Lu Yunzhou paid the money promptly and then took Zhang Ruonan back to the car.

Lu Yunzhou handed the pink, top-of-the-line iPhone to Zhang Ruonan, then drove away.

As he drove, he casually remarked, "You treated me to coconut water and said you'd bring me some dried squid. As your older brother, I can't just leave without doing anything in return. Here, I'll give you a cell phone."

"I heard this phone has a pretty good camera. You should take lots of nice photos and upload them to your personal Weibo account."

"I remember that every year during the start of the university semester, there would be a national competition for the most beautiful college student."

"You can give it a try."

"You don't need to worry about not getting a ranking."

"I talked to Sister Ji before. As long as you participate in the competition, we will find marketing accounts to help you create hype and give you crazy exposure. We will definitely make you one of the top ten campus beauties in the country."

Becoming one of the top ten campus beauties in the country, and then being discussed on various social media platforms, Zhang Ruonan essentially completed all the pre-debut preparations from an ordinary person.

Isn't this how the "Milk Tea Sister" became famous back then?

At the height of the nationwide discussion on the top ten campus beauties, Ji Rujing will seize the opportunity to announce that Zhang Ruonan has joined the "Death is Coming" project.

Putting aside other groups, college students will definitely be full of anticipation for the TV series "The Day Is Coming".

"Brother, I'll do whatever you say."

Zhang Ruonan touched the rather heavy phone box in her hand, a smile appearing on her lips.

If you want to give me a gift, just say so. Why make up so many excuses?

What an arrogant man.

……

In early September evenings, the weather was no longer so hot.

A gentle evening breeze drifted through the lowered car window. Unlike the sweltering heat of summer, it felt like a cool, smooth silk, brushing against Zhang Ruonan's flushed cheeks and ruffling her hair.

It also stirred up a melody that seemed to have originated somewhere in her heart...

I know you're just as bad at expressing your feelings.

"Imagine the lies woven by your love becoming lax."

"Even the sweetest moments seem to fall like petals..."

Wu Bai's "Tears Bridge" seemed to be imprinted in Zhang Ruonan's mind, and at this moment it started playing without warning.

She turned to look at Lu Yunzhou.

He was intently watching the road ahead, driving meticulously without glancing over at all, but Zhang Ruonan felt that this moment was incredibly sweet.

Clutching her phone, she turned her head, pretending to glance out the window, but then lowered her head and couldn't help but chuckle to herself.

I'm going to use this phone forever!

Click!

Zhang Ruonan turned her head, made a camera lens shape with her hands, gestured to Lu Yunzhou, and made a soft shutter sound.

Although it wasn't captured in the photo album, this sweet moment is deeply etched in her heart.