Chapter 21 Lost in Love

「Such style! As expected of Jiang Sui-an's woman.」 Xia joked. She breathed out a sigh. 「The evidence that we have is enough proof that Bai Zhexuan and Jiang Lingyun are in a relationship. It's up to you now.」

「There's no need to publicize it yet. We can wait until they think they've gotten away with it then we strike. I'm thinking about 'Time' production.」 Yan Wen kept coming back to it. 「I feel bad for Director Chen.」

This Yan Wen was so dazzling that the people could not keep their eyes off her. This was why Xia kept following her. This woman was always going to be a breath of fresh air in the entertainment industry.

She might look weak but no one could stop her once she set her mind to it.

Xia blinked. 「Yan Wen, don't you know? Director Chen has been looking for you!」

「Looking for me?」

「Yes, my inbox is filled with emails from his assistant. Seems like he's not angry with you and he's interested to work with you. I thought you knew... It's my fault. I was so busy gathering evidence.」

Yan Wen's eyes lit up. 「Xia, if you could, please meet with Director Chen on my behalf!」

「No problem! Leave it to me.」

When Yan Wen and Xia parted, she headed straight home. She had not realized that Jiang Sui-an was already back until he grabbed her by the waist as she removed her shoes.

He had just finished working out and his hair was still damp from his shower. Frowning slightly, the fine lines in his face even looked dignified; this was a face any woman would be moved by.

He tucked his chin in the crook of Yan Wen's neck, hugging her from behind. 「You took so long...」

There was a hint of jealousy in his possessive tone that made Yan Wen smile.

She was nervous and emotional as she turned around carefully in his arms. She cradled his face in her hands. 「My apologies for letting you wait, Mr. Jiang.」

On her tiptoes, she kissed him lightly in compensation.

Her sweet scent distracted Jiang Sui-an and lifter her up. 「Compensation?」

Yan Wen's eyes grew wide, raising her chin as if to provoke him. She nodded sympathetically. 「Uh-huh!」

Jiang Sui-an fixed his deep eyes on her face and picked her up like a precious jewel, walked to the bedroom where he placed her gently on the double bed.

He caressed her face, her hair, her lips; so close that they could hear each other's heartbeat.

「You should know that bit of compensation isn't enough...」 His hand slowly crept up her thigh.

Awash with emotion, Yan Wen could only hear their breathing intertwined...

「I know that no woman can make President Jiang wait. Since I broke the rules, I'll accept my punishment.」 Yan Wen put her arms around his neck and closed her eyes.

The more assertive she was, the more precious it was to Jiang Sui-an.

He knew it took a lot of determination and bravery for Yan Wen to want to give everything to him. It made him want to give her the best memory and he wanted her heart and love.

「Next time...」 He kissed gently and calmed himself. 「I want every inch of you... But I know you need more time. I believe that day will come soon.」

Yan Wen was touched. 「Sui-an...」

This regard and affection stayed in Yan Wen's heart.

Stroking her long hair, Jiang Sui-an had another taste of her trust and emotion. Even though he really wanted to take Bai Zhexuan apart for her, he knew she wanted to do it herself.

「Come, I have something for you downstairs.」 He stood up, taking the warmth with him. But Yan Wen could tell that he was no less nervous than her.

Downstairs, he stood outside a room, its door ajar. 「I had them set it up. I hope you like it.」

She pushed open the door, revealing a room full of shoes and clothes.

「If you're rejoining the industry, you are going to need these.」

Yan Wen was speechless. 「These... are all for me?」

「Yes.」 Jiang Sui-an said as he switched on the light of the adjoining room. Multiple jewels sparkled under the light, dazzling her. 「This room has only one owner. That's you.」

His words pierced her heart.

「Thank you...」

Jiang Sui-an squeezed her shoulder as he smiled calmly. 「I believe you can succeed.」

She would once again be the brightest star in the night sky that everyone admired. And she would do it on her own terms!

With the PR team working tirelessly under Bai Zhexuan's orders, they managed to contain and hold back further complications and maintain Gran Entertainment's reputation. Even though people were discussing him and Jiang Lingyun online, it could be ignored.

But due to Yan Wen's daring to act and beating the consequences of her actions, the online community paid more attention to her. Someone even started their own fan community and posted a notice encouraging Yan Wen to rejoin the industry.

The investor did not care about public opinion and maintained that Jiang Lingyun would be Zhen-er but the director team was adamant that the secondary lead role would be played by Yan Wen. They sent a representative to discuss this with Grand Entertainment where Bai Zhexuan was full of excuses.

「Yan Wen hasn't acted in two years. Are you sure you want her?」

「Yes, this is a request from the director team. We believe that with her ability, Miss Yan Wen is capable of taking on the role.」 The assistant director continued. 「This is the contract. Please arrange for Miss Yan Wen to join us.」

「But can't it be changed to a cameo?」

Bai Zhexuan already knew what Jiang Lingyun's reaction to this news was going to be. He did not want Yan Wen to rejoin the industry either as that would make it more difficult to control her.

「This is the final decision of the director team. If Yan Wen does not join us, there is a possibility that Jiang Lingyun's screen time will be reduced. We hope that you will consider it carefully.」

Bai Zhexuan gritted his teeth but had no choice.

At the same moment that Bai Zhexuan was trying to find a balance in this situation, Xia had received a copy of the contract. 「Don't worry, Director Chen. I will convince Yan Wen to take this role. She has been looking for a chance to make up for what happened.」

Xia could barely contain her excitement as she hung up the phone.

「Yan Wen, Lady Luck is smiling down on you!」

Yan Wen leaned back on the sofa and looked out the window. She made a satisfied sound; things were going as she had planned.

「Honestly, it's not that simple. Once Jiang Lingyun hears about this, all hell will break loose.」

「That's true. She's even willing to get pregnant in order to secure Bai Zhexuan. Now you're in the limelight with the secondary role which has a third more screen time than her. She's going to be so annoyed.」

「The more annoyed she is, the better it is for us.」 Yan Wen replied with conviction.

She had already mentally prepared herself. No matter what Jiang Lingyun did, she was going to hold fast.

Her mobile screen lit up with a message from Jiang Sui-an.

「Well done, Mrs. Jiang.」