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DTBS – Chapter 95

Chapter 95: Movie Offer

The kiss came very suddenly, even unexpectedly.

Tao Qiuyun was holding Qin Qingshang, letting her playfully mess around...

She felt the woman in her arms was very cute, like a cat that clearly had no claws but insisted on baring them, making her want to pet her, and even more, kiss her.

Just as this thought popped into her head, she felt a hard bump on her back. Immediately after, her lips felt a softness – her lips had actually landed on the cheek of the woman in her arms.

The smooth, delicate sensation traveled from her lips to her brain. Tao Qiuyun even thought she faintly smelled the shampoo in Qin Qingshang's hair, causing her to lose focus for a moment.

Qin Qingshang was also stunned. She hadn't expected Tao Qiuyun to kiss her in front of so many netizens in the live stream!

Damn it! Why kiss my cheek? If you're so capable, why don't you kiss my mouth!

"I'm so sorry! I'm so sorry!" The girl who accidentally bumped into Tao Qiuyun was very apologetic. "I was just messing around with my friend and didn't notice I bumped into you. I'm really sorry."

Tao Qiuyun had her back to her, and the girl hadn't seen her and Qin Qingshang's posture at the time. Her mind was solely focused on apologizing to this sister.

"It's okay," Tao Qiuyun turned her head slightly, her lips brushing Qin Qingshang's cheek intentionally or unintentionally. She shook her head at the girl. "I'm fine, just be careful next time."

Qin Qingshang snapped back to reality, realizing that Tao Qiuyun hadn't kissed her because she couldn't stand being teased, but because she was accidentally bumped into.

Cat regrets...

Damn it, I should have turned my head right then! Wouldn't that have been mouth-to-mouth!

【Oh my god! This passerby sister is truly a divine assist!】

【Hahahahahaha, help! I'm dying from the sweetness】

【Over ninety episodes, everyone, they finally kissed! Even if it's just the cheek, I have to scream about it】

【Over ninety episodes? Hahaha, are you watching a variety show like a drama?】

【Ahhhhhh, I wish I could rush in and push their heads together, kiss hard, kiss until their lips are raw】

【I'm dying of laughter, one day I'll definitely die laughing at the comments】

【They kissed! They kissed! Ahhhhhh, why don't you kiss a little longer】

【What are you worried about? Maybe after the live stream is off, these two kiss until midnight every day】

【I'm bold, I bet they kiss until dawn!】

"Aren't you going to show your face to the two female leads?" 029 asked.

"I'm not sure if Jiang Lihe showed Qin Qingshang my photo," Bai Xiaoxiao shook her head. "I'll sort out the plot when I have time, then I'll show my face to them."

"Why?"

"Why?" Bai Xiaoxiao smiled. "Finding a stand-in is a particularly excessive thing in a relationship between two people. Jiang Lihe treated Qin Qingshang as my stand-in, and I know Tao Qiuyun. If I rush forward, I might make Qin Qingshang dislike me, which wouldn't be worth it."

"So now?"

"Before, the 【Location Card】 told me Qin Qingshang was here. Now I've seen her with Tao Qiuyun, the female lead of the Yuri novel, so the goal is achieved. I was wondering why the plot was so strange, but now the confusion is cleared. Let's go, I'm going back to sleep and organize my thoughts. I estimate the Bai family will spread the news of my return. Let's resolve the Jiang Lihe matter first."

"Host, you're really reliable."

"I can only say it's a good thing you're a plot-driven system. Didn't you say before that the host your junior system found was doing relationship missions and seemed to have interfered in someone else's family? If it were me, I'd probably just wait to die in this world."

"Yes, we odd-numbered systems handle plot-driven missions, and even-numbered systems handle relationship-driven missions. Everyone is saying that system's host is amazing."

"Indeed, amazing in a 'cuckolding' kind of way." Bai Xiaoxiao sighed with emotion.

Being able to sleep with three people, that's truly amazing!

The cat who received an unexpected kiss was very happy. The night she returned to the hotel and ended the live stream, she sought out Advisor Ming to share.

"Uh... okay, at least the overall effect is still within my expectations." Ming Siwen looked at the clearly happy Qin Qingshang and suddenly felt that her relationship with Tao Qiuyun was very enviable.

Feeling ecstatic from a simple touch, it's rare to see such a pure relationship between adults. This kind of thing usually happens during the first stirrings of love in school, pure liking, reckless passion, intense and sincere emotions...

Wait, it seems they are each other's first love.

Ming Siwen suddenly wasn't so envious anymore.

"Qingshang," Ming Siwen pursed her lips. "Although I know you're having a great time with CEO Tao on this show, and it's rare for you to set aside your external identities, the director talked to us today while everyone was using the restroom. You and CEO Tao were out, so he hasn't contacted you yet, but I estimate he'll notify you soon."

"Talk about what?" Qin Qingshang was startled.

"Jiang Lihe withdrawing from the romance show, it must be said, still has some impact. Although most people online think it's fine, there are still some who feel another guest should be found to make up the numbers. The production team has now communicated with the investors and is preparing to suspend this season of 《Super High-Speed Heartbeat》."

"What?!" Qin Qingshang was shocked. She frowned slightly, "The production team can just suspend it? Are they ignoring the opinions of so many guests?"

"Actually, this matter was first proposed by Ai Yi's management company, and Brother Meng's company was the first to agree," Ming Siwen sighed. "After all, not everyone is unafraid of Sufeng Entertainment, and not everyone knows that 'Qiu Yi' is Tao Qiuyun. When the path ahead is unclear, everyone will choose to protect themselves."

"Even if Ai Yi and Meng Wuzhong's companies promote them, they can't afford to offend Sufeng Entertainment and the Jiang family just for them. So they took a step back, hoping Jiang Lihe's anger wouldn't affect them."

"What about Sister Ding?" The cat was depressed.

"Sister Ding's company isn't afraid of Sufeng Entertainment, but Qingshang, think about it, if both Ai Yi and Meng Wuzhong withdraw, what will the show's reputation become? It will forever leave a mark on Director Lu's resume. That's why he hopes to end it promptly. They say it's suspended, but it's actually an indefinite halt to the show."

"The entertainment industry isn't complicated at all, it's just about fame and fortune," Ming Siwen poured her a glass of water. "If CEO Tao is willing to reveal her identity and say she is Tao Qiuyun, then everyone else's worries would disappear, and the show could continue. But is that possible? If her identity is exposed, would you still dare to openly date her?"

"I..." Qin Qingshang lowered her head, falling silent.

"Actually, Qingshang, sometimes I think you're quite foolish. CEO Tao is such a great resource. Only a fool like you would let your lover hide their identity and make things difficult for yourself." Ming Siwen handed her a script. "But I also clearly understand your concerns. After all, the beautiful illusion brought by identity might shatter in an instant."

"What do you mean?" Qin Qingshang looked at her.

"Do you know what some big shots in the industry say about my Golden Film Best Actress title?" Ming Siwen gave a mocking smile. "They say this award was given entirely because I was Tao Qiuyun's lover, meant to please Tao Qiuyun. It's ridiculous and powerless, isn't it? The achievements I worked so hard for all these years were defined like that. My acting skills and efforts were denied. Everything I have seems to be because of the title of Tao Qiuyun's lover. I originally just wanted to use this identity to get resources and a stable environment free from coveting, but... only when the beautiful dream shattered did I realize how foolish I was."

"My assistant came to find me today. She said Director He Zhiwei watched this show and was very impressed with you. He also felt you were a good fit for the female lead in his new movie, but he didn't have your contact information. Seeing that I have a good relationship with you, he asked me to give you the script."

"Movie?" Qin Qingshang's pupils contracted slightly.

"Yes," Ming Siwen placed the script in front of her. "Your acting and fight scenes in 《White Robed Minister》 earned his recognition, and your discussion of movies on the show also received his affirmation. So he wants you to try this film. It's a martial arts art film, aiming for awards... It's a dual female lead film. If you don't mind me being your co-star, perhaps you can take it on."

Her eyes were burning. "Together, we can give this restless, quick-money-making entertainment industry a shock, and give the increasing amount of 'pampered wife' literature a shock. Girls are clearly very capable fighters. Tell them, don't look at us as delicate and weak; weakness is just a label. We refuse to be defined, and we can hit people very hard too."

Ambition and pride shone in Ming Siwen's eyes. "Qin Qingshang, I admit, acting opposite you is exhilarating. I've made many mistakes, and I've hesitated about the future, but I will never give up any opportunity. Director He has already confirmed me as one of the female leads. If you agree, you will be the other female lead."

"Of course I agree." Qin Qingshang's expression was firm as she picked up the script in front of her. "Only competition between equals makes people stronger. I hope, Teacher Ming, you will always be my opponent on my acting path. Don't fall behind."

"You too, I hope you don't retire from the entertainment industry just because you marry into a wealthy family."

"I won't. The Tao Qiuyun I like is someone who will always respect my choices."

"That rock that will move itself and always love you?" Ming Siwen smiled. "Looking at it now, CEO Tao is truly rock-solid when it comes to love, literally rock-solid."

Cat was speechless.

Returning to the headache-inducing relationship issue, Ming Siwen offered advice again: "Tomorrow, the production team will likely announce the suspension of the romance show. Maybe they'll have the guests make a farewell meal. If things go as I expect, I'll take Sister Yuyan and Zhou Linwan out. That way, the only female guests left will be you and CEO Tao. The male guests probably won't bother you either. You two can be in charge of making some cake or something, try to create some beautiful memories."

"After all, it was agreed that after the romance show ends, filming for the final chapter of 《Fluttering Butterfly》 would continue. Now that Director He has sent an invitation, preparations for joining the new crew also need to begin."

"Making cake?" Qin Qingshang was a little worried. "I wonder if Qiuqiu can do it."

"What? Can't CEO Tao cook?" Ming Siwen hadn't heard Tao Qiuyun's conversation with Wu Shenfeng last night.

"Her cooking skills," the cat hesitated, "even a kitten might say it's about to die after eating it."

"What about the big cat?" Ming Siwen was curious.

"...The big cat hasn't eaten it yet." The cat answered honestly.

After all, Big Bold tried it first.

Jumping around, like they were poisoned.

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