246: Chapter 246 Yang Mi's 'Generous'

The two agreed to meet at the entrance of the 'Fortune Hotel' where the crew was staying.

The hotel had everything from single rooms and double rooms to multi-person dorms.

Hotels like this are common in Hengdian, specifically serving film crews.

Business was booming!

Some crews stay for a quarter or two at a time, so they're never short on guests.

Chen Shaoping followed the navigation to the hotel, parked his car, and walked to the entrance.

He saw Yang Mi riding over on a small electric scooter, wearing a cyan-blue costume.

The combination of an ancient costume and a modern scooter created a unique sight.

Truly beautiful!

Seeing Chen Shaoping, she gripped the handlebar with one hand and waved to him with the other.

"I thought you were lying to me; I didn't expect you to actually show up."

"Did you miss your big sister?"

As soon as Chen Shaoping walked up to her, she asked with a beaming, cunning smile.

Chen Shaoping said solemnly, "I don't have time to miss you. I'm here to inspect the work."

"High Goddess Bai Qian, have you already jumped off the 'Zhu Xian Terrace'?"

He looked at Yang Mi's outfit with a playful expression.

"Of course! We're running several units at once right now, trying to speed up progress so the TV series can meet the audience sooner."

Yang Mi was very satisfied with the current filming progress and quality. As the female lead, she had many scenes and basically stayed with the crew unless absolutely necessary.

"I guess 'Emperor Donghua' is already undergoing his trial in the mortal realm, right?"

Chen Shaoping lightly stroked his chin and asked meaningfully.

He was guessing based on Intel 1. It would be easiest for Wang Bo to interact with the actress playing the maid during this mortal realm segment.

As for the heavenly realm, she followed him relentlessly all day.

"Oh! You must have contacted Wang Bo, otherwise how could you have guessed?"

Yang Mi asked with a smile.

"Sigh!"

Chen Shaoping sighed faintly, "So, that guy is all lovey-dovey with your agency's popular starlet, Reba. I'm really envious."

"That's just for the script. If you've taken a liking to Reba, I'll have her go find you tonight."

"She'll definitely agree."

"Don't worry, I won't let you have any lingering concerns."

Yang Mi looked at Chen Shaoping with a grin, her tone casual as if she were discussing something perfectly ordinary.

Chen Shaoping looked shocked, leaning back tactically, thinking to himself, 'Holy cow.'

"Sister Mimi, are you testing a cadre with this? What cadre could withstand such a test?"

Then, he changed the subject, "But Sister Mimi, I don't like girls like Reba."

"I prefer other people's ex-wives."

His eyes remained fixed on Yang Mi's full curves, darting around with a mischievous smile on his face.

"I offer to introduce you to someone young and fresh, but you refuse, insisting on coming after me instead."

"Did you say that because you calculated that tonight isn't convenient for me?"

Yang Mi feigned anger, puffing out her cheeks.

"No, how would I dare to have designs on you?" Chen Shaoping denied, then added, "Let's go, Sister Mimi, let's find a place to eat."

"I'm hungry."

"Aren't we calling Wang Bo and Mengmeng?" Yang Mi asked in surprise.

"How about we call Mengmeng but not Wang Bo," Chen Shaoping said after a moment's thought.

"Alright, whatever you say. It just so happens Mengmeng doesn't have any scenes these next two days; she's been studying on set."

"However, I need to go back to my room and change first. This outfit looks good, but it's really inconvenient to move in."

"Why don't you come with me and help me out?"

Yang Mi looked at Chen Shaoping provocatively, as if she had made some kind of decision.

Chen Shaoping didn't want to engage with her on this, fearing things might get out of hand, but his words remained stubborn.

"No thanks, it's boring."

"Feasting the eyes while the 'eagle' starves—it's too much torture."

"You stinky man, you're so irritating." Yang Mi stomped her foot and walked into the hotel.

Chen Shaoping quickly caught up. "Sister Mimi, wait. Which room is Wang Bo in? I'm going to drop off my things and use the restroom."

He knew which room Wang Bo was in, but he couldn't say it directly.

If Yang Mi asked, it would be hard to explain.

Yang Mi turned around with a look of realization. "Could it be you two...? No wonder you didn't want Reba. I get it now!"

Chen Shaoping poked her head with his index finger. "What are you thinking about all day? Is there nothing in your head but dirty thoughts?"

"He's in Room 108. I'll have the attendant open the door for you."

"I'm in Room 101. Why don't you come stay with me?"

Yang Mi invited him again.

"Not going. I'm afraid a vixen like you will wrap yourself around me." Chen Shaoping shook his head without a hint of hesitation.

"You don't show any consideration for your big sister at all. Just let me die of a drought then." Yang Mi walked into the hotel.

Chen Shaoping followed close behind. As he passed the service desk, he called for an attendant to follow him.

Seeing celebrities, the attendants here acted very calmly.

Because here, you can bump into a celebrity even if you just take a wrong turn.

The attendant opened the door for Chen Shaoping and briskly pulled out a notebook.

"Teacher Young Master Ping, could I trouble you for an autograph?"

Chen Shaoping was a bit taken aback, but he still took the pen and signed seriously.

After signing, he said, "I'm not a celebrity, why do you want my autograph?"

"Teacher Young Master Ping, you may not be a star, but many stars depend on you. Take Wang Bo, for instance; if it weren't for you, could he have become famous so quickly?"

The attendant's expression was sincere, and she saw things clearly; she wasn't just some mindless fan.

"Thank you!" Chen Shaoping proactively reached out and shook the attendant's hand.

When the attendant left, she closed the door behind her.

As soon as she stepped out, she pulled out her walkie-talkie with her left hand and said excitedly, "Xiao Li, Xiao Li! Teacher Young Master Ping shook my hand! I'm not washing my right hand for a month."

Chen Shaoping looked at the somewhat messy room, his brow furrowing slightly.

He felt around everywhere and checked with his phone; there were no blind spots.

He hid his bag in the closet and left the room without touching anything else.

Returning to the hotel lobby, Yang Mi wasn't ready yet, so he found a place to sit.

Before long, a waitress came over with coffee and smiled.

"Teacher Young Master Ping, have a cup of coffee and take your time waiting!"

"I didn't order coffee," Chen Shaoping said calmly.

"It's my treat." She suddenly became a bit bashful. "Tea... Teacher Young Master Ping, could I take a photo with you?"

"Sure!"

After the photo, the waitress left happily.

...

Chen Shaoping waited for a full hour before Yang Mi finally came down leisurely. He had drunk three cups of coffee and greeted three attendants.

"Sister Mimi, what were you doing up there? It took so long."

"I've been waiting so long the flowers have withered!"

He questioned her in a blunt tone.

"You're blaming me? It's all because of you. You wouldn't help me, and the costume is complex; it's hard to take off by myself."

"Besides, I had to touch up my makeup before heading out!"

Yang Mi rolled her eyes, showing no intention of apologizing whatsoever.

"So you're saying it's my fault?"

"If not you, then who? Me? You coward!"

"It's not like you're married."

"Sister Mimi, I'm not married, but I'm planning to be."

"Zhang Ying is so lucky! I'm so envious of her!"

"No, I'm the lucky one!"