28: Are you like a piece of chewing gum?

Hu Kailan supported Shen Lian and frowned at Wei Fanchen. "What are you doing?"

Speaking of which, Wei Fanchen was an artist from Chang'an Media, a rival to Star Opening.

Wei Fanchen never expected that one day he would be "set up" by Shen Lian.

"He's faking it! I didn't do anything!"

"I'm not faking. I just feel nauseous seeing you." Shen Lian recovered and didn't hold back his words.

Wei Fanchen's three assistants sensed the wrong atmosphere and gathered around.

"Brother Hu, let's go." Shen Lian didn't bother with nonsense; anyway, he knew exactly what kind of person this guy was.

Compared to the Original Host's "sacrificial" love, no matter how much Wei Fanchen liked Zhou Tangsi, he wouldn't dare gamble with his future. Yet, he wouldn't give up, so he used the Original Host to target Zheng Ge multiple times, proving himself a master at getting others to do his dirty work.

But that was the extent of it. If Shen Lian let himself be used by him even once, it would mean he had lived two lives in vain.

When Shen Lian shot him a low, sweeping glance, the words Wei Fanchen wanted to shout got stuck in his throat.

After another moment of hesitation, Shen Lian's group had already walked far away.

Getting into the car, Shen Lian rubbed the bridge of his nose.

Regarding those images that had suddenly flashed through his mind, he had a vague suspicion.

"Are you okay? The production crew sent me a message; the role of Li Kuan has been decided, it's you," Hu Kailan said.

Shen Lian was surprised. "So fast?"

It hadn't even been ten minutes since he left the audition hall.

Hu Kailan couldn't help but look at Shen Lian several times. "Ahem, your acting... it's quite good."

"It's alright," Shen Lian said modestly.

No! You're the best!! Jiang You screamed in her heart.

They thought the audition process would take a long time and Hu Kailan had even found a teacher, but unexpectedly, Shen Lian's performance was stunning, making Dai Tong nod repeatedly.

"I'm going to the company. What about you? Going home?"

Shen Lian: "Yeah, going home. Brother Hu, you go ahead with your work. Youzi can take me back."

Hu Kailan: "Be safe on the road."

When Shen Lian entered the door, Aunt Fen was pruning flowers and plants. She was surprised. "So early, Little Shen."

"Yeah." Shen Lian had a sixth sense that he had forgotten some important information. The sharp pain in his temples gradually turned into a dull ache spreading across half his head. He showed some fatigue. "Aunt Fen, I'm going upstairs to sleep for a while."

Aunt Fen followed him for a few steps. "Are you sick?"

Shen Lian: "I'll be fine after a nap."

Maybe he would dream of something.

It turned out Shen Lian was overthinking it. The stimulation brought by Wei Fanchen was like a fleeting flash in the pan. He was groggy, and in his daze, he felt someone touching his forehead.

A slightly cool touch. Shen Lian was startled and woke up.

Seeing Chu Yilan standing by the bed, Shen Lian thought he was still in a dream.

It took him a few seconds to realize that Chu Yilan was back.

Shen Lian glanced at the clock on the wall; it was four in the afternoon.

"Why so early today?"

Chu Yilan didn't answer but asked instead, "Uncomfortable?"

"No, it's just..." Shen Lian stopped mid-sentence, then looked at Chu Yilan with a grin. "Did Aunt Fen call you? Are you worried about me, Master Chu?"

Chu Yilan frowned. "Just answer the question."

Shen Lian sat up and patted the spot next to him.

Chu Yilan sat down.

"I'm not uncomfortable. If I had to say, I just met someone annoying."

Chu Yilan: "Who?"

"Wei Fanchen. You should have met him."

Chu Yilan shook his head; he was always face-blind when it came to irrelevant people.

"Did he bully you?"

"How could he? It's just..." Shen Lian thought of those fragmented memories and didn't know how to explain for a moment. "It's hard to say. I'll tell you once I have a better idea, Master Chu."

Chu Yilan raised an eyebrow. What kind of explanation was that?

Shen Lian leaned over, naturally nestling into his arms and wrapping his hands around his waist.

"I'm going to be busy earning money soon, so I won't be able to accompany you like this."

Chu Yilan snorted. "I'm not a child."

Stubborn, Shen Lian thought.

"Did you pass the audition?"

"Yeah, I wowed everyone."

Chu Yilan hadn't seen it, so he thought he was bragging.

Chu Yilan had never told anyone that he had privately "appreciated" the dramas Shen Lian acted in. How should he describe it? The temperament was completely different from now. Even when playing a domineering CEO, he exuded a sense of pettiness. Even with the exact same face, Chu Yilan only lasted three minutes before closing the video.

To be objective, "Shen Lian's" acting was truly terrible.

Since their time together was running short, Shen Lian began to assert his presence aggressively.

He had this ability: he could seamlessly invade your life without ever making you feel annoyed or tired. On the contrary, that face always wore a warm and vibrant smile.

Shen Lian learned a bunch of dishes from Aunt Fen and then made them for Chu Yilan.

The taste was slightly different, but it was delicious.

Time flew by, and soon it was the day Shen Lian was to join the production crew.

During this period, Hu Kailan kept a close eye on Shen Lian, worried that something might go wrong, checking in with texts and calls almost every day.

Early that morning, Shen Lian carried his suitcase downstairs and was surprised to find that Chu Yilan was still there.

"Not going to work?"

"I am." Chu Yilan put down the financial magazine. "Eat first. After eating, I'll take you there."

Shen Lian chuckled. "But my little assistant has arrived with the nanny van."

"Let her follow behind."

Jiang You received Shen Lian's call and understood what to do. Through the glass, she saw Chu Yilan's figure striding into the maybach. His features weren't clear, but his aura was terrifyingly strong. Shen Lian followed behind him, with the driver helping to push his suitcase.

As the maybach started, Jiang You cautiously followed behind.

In the car, Shen Lian was anything but well-behaved.

Although Chu Yilan didn't say anything, personally taking him to the set already showed that he cared.

Shen Lian gloated for a few minutes and then started rubbing against Chu Yilan.

Chu Yilan looked down at him. "Are you a piece of toffee?"

"Yep." Shen Lian said with a smile, "Gotta take the time to stick close. Director Dai is strict; he won't let anyone go until the filming is done."

As Shen Lian spoke, he tilted his head up and rubbed against Chu Yilan's chin.

The man didn't refuse.

The driver, very discerning, raised the middle partition.

Shen Lian sat astride Chu Yilan's lap face-to-face, pressing on the man's shoulders as he kissed him earnestly.

Even if he was just keeping a little bird, there was nothing wrong with a few kisses.

Chu Yilan wrapped his arms around Shen Lian's waist, his large hands gently kneading. He suddenly leaned back slightly and then reminded Shen Lian, "Eat your meals on time at the set."

"Okay." Shen Lian was still in high spirits and hurriedly promised, "I won't get low blood sugar."

After saying that, he went back to nibbling on Chu Yilan's lips.

Chu Yilan couldn't help but let out a low chuckle.

He was truly satisfied with the current Shen Lian.

The two of them kissed like that all the way... until the car stopped, and the driver lightly tapped on the partition. "Master Chu, we've arrived."

Shen Lian let go at the sound. Chu Yilan subconsciously frowned, looking a bit unhappy.

Shen Lian from never let anything interfere with his work, so he smoothed things over with Chu Yilan. "If you miss me, just video call me."

Chu Yilan: "You're overthinking it."

Shen Lian hummed twice, then leaned forward to quickly kiss the scar on his face, saying hoarsely, "Wait for me to come home."

As he got out of the car, Shen Lian seemed to hear a low "Mm."

Chu Yilan only saw Shen Lian to the entrance. The driver helped with the luggage, and Jiang You hurried forward to take it.

The car window wasn't even lowered; it just stayed there for a few seconds before leaving.