The Secret of Second Marriage

I filmed in Hangzhou for three months, until almost June, when the weather got hot and the summer heat began to arrive.

The director just announced that my scenes were completely finished and that it was over.

I received flowers on set and took photos with the director and the male lead.

Shen Xing also came to our wrap party.

The director booked a private restaurant in Hangzhou.

It was a very large private room with dozens of dishes on the table. The main actors, production assistants, and producers from the film crew were all there.

The director greeted us with a smile and said, "The movie 'Gone Girl' has finally wrapped up filming. It's not easy for everyone to gather in one crew from all over the country, so as the director, I should treat everyone to a meal."

"Come on, let me drink first! I hope our movie is a huge success and grosses over 100 million!"

"Cheers, box office surpasses 100 million!"

"Cheers!"

"Cheers!"

Shen Xing picked up his wine glass and suddenly looked at me, saying, "Director, this glass is for you! Man is my sister. She's a young woman struggling in the unfamiliar entertainment industry, and she needs someone to take care of her everywhere."

I'll need your help with my sister's future projects. If the production needs any actors, could you please introduce her? She's very dedicated and professional; she's a great actress!

"Since Young Master Shen has spoken, I will definitely take care of Miss Jiang. She is the female lead in our film, and her abilities are obvious to all. I actually admire such a dedicated and responsible actress."

We filmed for three months, and she was always the first to arrive on set and the last to leave. She would study the character's inner feelings again and again for each scene. She was hardworking and had a very natural talent for acting.

If the industry needs to recruit actors in the future, I will recommend her!

The director said politely.

Everyone was just saying nice things, each one trying to outdo the other.

I never expected that Shen Xing would suddenly return from out of town to attend our wrap party, and that he would come all this way just to say a few good words about me to the director.

In the entertainment industry, a world of fame and fortune driven by realism, going it alone means enduring scorn and neglect.

Shen Xing knew I had no connections, but she still protected me in front of everyone, which touched me deeply.

We finished toasting everyone and sat down.

The director glanced at Shen Xing and praised him, saying, "I heard you're very popular now. You just held a concert last month, and this month you're already filming a movie. Young man, you have a bright future ahead of you!"

"Director, thank you for the compliment. I will work hard."

Shen Xing was very polite and humble, like a gentle and kind junior.

His talent agency is currently the largest talent agency in the entertainment industry, having produced many Best Actress and Best Actor winners, as well as some young actresses and popular stars.

After the wrap party, the director and producer went to a nightclub.

The director, well-versed in the unspoken rules of the entertainment industry, specifically told me, "Man, there are many sugar daddies and investors at the nightclub. Dress up nicely, spend more time with the sugar daddies, and be sweet-talking. Maybe you'll be the lead actress in your next film."

Shen Xing glanced at me while drinking.

I politely declined the director's offer.

I said, "Director, I have something else to do, so I won't be going."

The director sighed and said, "Man, you're lucky to be able to play my lead role in your first film. I like to use newcomers because they're paid less and are more obedient."

But the entertainment industry is a murky place. If others are willing to engage in unspoken rules, and you are not, even if there are good roles available, you won't get them.

When you find yourself falling further and further behind others in this circle, you'll realize the importance of social gatherings and connections.

I said, "Director, thank you for your kindness, but I still want to act with a clean conscience."

"You're just too idealistic."

The director, a mature and composed man, looked at me with his hawk-like eyes and realized that I really didn't want to go to a nightclub, a place where all sorts of people mingle.

He seemed to remember something funny, chuckled, and then went to a nightclub with the other investors to drink and socialize.

I personally witnessed many of the young and pretty girls from our crew following the director around excitedly as they rode in his car to a nightclub.

Shen Xing stayed to keep me company.

He said, "Man, filming has wrapped up. When are you going back to Beijing?"

"My flight is at around 8 a.m. tomorrow. I need to go back and pack my luggage first."

I glanced at the time and said.

Shen Xing asked, "Do you want me to drive you to the airport tomorrow?"

"No"

I say.

Shen Xing just stared at me until his agent came over, said he had something to discuss with him, and left.

I returned to the hotel and thought about it; I had spent more than three months on this film set.

I have never been away from home for a business trip this far before.

I sat in my hotel room for a while and then made a video call to Mr. Jiang to tell him that I was going back first thing tomorrow morning.

Mr. Jiang said he misses me and will pick me up from the airport tomorrow.

I chatted with Mr. Jiang for a while, then took a shower, dragged my suitcase out from under the bed, and packed my clothes, shoes, and personal belongings.

After I finished packing my luggage, I lay in bed and suddenly found myself having trouble sleeping.

Habit is a terrible force.

For the past three months, I've been filming day and night. I was so exhausted that I had a high fever and almost fainted. I even spent a whole day soaking in icy water.

I don't know how I got through it. I just felt like my nerves were on edge every day, like I was in a war, and I never had a moment to relax.

But today filming has finally wrapped up.

I could have had a good night's sleep tonight, but I couldn't fall asleep.

I was drowsy, thinking about many things, wanting to wake up, thinking about President Jiang, and finally fell into a deep sleep just before dawn.

I set an alarm and, around 6 a.m., dragged my suitcase to the hotel lobby to check out. Then I took a taxi to the airport by myself.

The plane carried me back to the familiar city.

After I got off the plane, I called President Jiang.

The first call was immediately disconnected, and it wasn't until a while later that President Jiang finally got through.

He proactively explained, "Sorry. I was in a meeting at the company, so I hung up the phone. Man, have you arrived at the airport yet?"

I've arranged for a driver to pick you up from the airport.

My meeting is over. Shall we grab lunch together?

"Okay, sure."

I say.

Mr. Jiang and I had agreed that he would pick me up from the airport the next morning.

However, several important clients came to the company, and General Manager Jiang needed to take care of some matters, so he couldn't come.

He arranged for his driver to pick me up.

I dragged my suitcase out of the airport exit and saw my driver, Uncle Si, waiting for me outside.

My fourth uncle came over, took the suitcase from my hand, and moved it to the trunk of the car.

He opened the car door and invited me to get in.

The car drove to the upscale residential complex where Mr. Jiang and I lived together.

I moved my suitcase to the room. I hadn't been back for three months, but everything in the room was still so familiar.

Mr. Jiang is a very meticulous, thoughtful, and fastidious man.

He kept the whole house in perfect order, and there were several succulents I had grown on the balcony, lush and green, still covered in the morning dew.

After I finished packing my suitcase, I went back to my room and changed into a red dress and white shoes. My long, straight black hair was down, and I wore exquisite makeup.

Her eyes were like autumn water, and her lips were red without any lipstick.

The reflection in the mirror shows me as a classical and gentle beauty.

During this time on set, I learned a lot of makeup and skincare techniques.

At noon, Mr. Jiang ordered a private restaurant near their company.

We just had a simple meal.

I never expected that President Jiang would be so captivated by me the moment he saw me.

He said, "Man, you're becoming more and more like a star. You look so beautiful."

I said, "I'm just an ordinary actor."

I have no assistant, no studio, and no connections or background. All I have is the courage to build my empire single-handedly.

I told Mr. Jiang about the details of my filming.

President Jiang studied in the West and is a man who respects me very much.

He said he would take me to the hotel across from their company, and we booked a room.

Booking a hotel room in the middle of the day—anyone with a normal eye would know what that means.

I blushed.

Mr. Jiang put his arm around my waist, kissed my cheek, and said, "Man, I want it. You haven't been by my side for the past three months. Do you know how much I've missed you?"

As he spoke, he kissed my face passionately.

We were kissing passionately.

Unexpectedly, a waiter suddenly came over with towels. After knocking on the door, I sat in Mr. Jiang's lap with my clothes disheveled and immediately pushed him away, then straightened my clothes.

Both Mr. Jiang and I were out of breath and felt a little embarrassed.

Fortunately, the waiter was experienced and, without saying a word, put down the towel and left the private room.

Mr. Jiang and I had a simple meal.

We held hands and went to a very famous hotel across from the mall, and checked into a room.

To be honest, I'm actually quite naive when it comes to romantic relationships.

I've only ever dated one boyfriend since I was in school, and that was my ex-husband.

I was tricked into marrying him with sweet words, and for so many years I have devoted myself to taking care of my husband and children at home, being a full-time housewife.

After my divorce from my ex-husband, Mr. Jiang became my second man.

But I'm single now, and so is Mr. Jiang, so it's perfectly normal for us to go out to a hotel together.

Mr. Jiang was dressed in a suit and tie, and was handsome and dashing. He was a boss with a net worth of over 100 million yuan.

His secretary had already booked the room number for him.

He took the room key and led me through the elevator to a high-end hotel; we had booked a room for a Chinese-style wedding.

As soon as Mr. Jiang and I entered the room, we saw bright red bed curtains and matching mandarin duck pillows arranged by the hotel.

After closing the hotel room door, Mr. Jiang pinned me to the bed and kissed me passionately, saying he missed me and wanted me!

Our frantic desire to see each other might be a result of the longing that has grown wildly during this time apart.

I feel that General Jiang is incredibly strong.

We stayed in the room for more than half an hour before the battle ended.

President Jiang kissed me and said he loved me.

My face turned red too.

After everything was over, President Jiang said there would be a business banquet that evening.

He wanted to bring me along; he really wanted his business associates to know who his girlfriend was.