The sweetest in the entertainment industry

Chapter 539 Bizarre Things
Today was sunny and the temperature was not low. A group of young people enjoyed exercising for half a day, drank a lot of water, and worked up a sweat. In the evening, they needed to replenish their energy and wanted to eat something hot. Considering that everyone has different tastes, they went to a hot pot restaurant owned by a senior in the industry, where they could cook whatever they liked.

The shop is in a rather remote location, near the East Fifth Ring Road.

The garden covers a large area and is very beautiful with lush flowers and trees. In addition to the main gate for receiving ordinary guests, there is also a back gate that leads directly to the parking lot, which is specifically for receiving people in the circle who need to keep their privacy.

The most prized things about this restaurant are its fresh ingredients and its spicy and flavorful broth, not its luxurious decor.

The table is a large wooden table, and the chairs are also ergonomic and comfortable wooden chairs, making it perfect for friends to gather and enjoy a meal.

Everyone was a regular customer. After arriving, they quickly ordered their food, and while waiting for the dishes to be served, they started chatting about the upcoming street dance variety show.

Ultimately, people in the industry who are even slightly famous are usually extremely busy all year round. The reason they can put aside other things to get together and have fun is not only because they are compatible and have their own small circle, but also because they share common interests and have a need to maintain their relationships.

The first season of this variety show is planned to have an investment of 200 million yuan, which is a major project even for Hunan TV, a large and well-established company.

In this industry, singers, dancers, movie actors, TV personalities, and talk show hosts all have their own development paths.

In the realm of variety shows alone, even actors have programs that test their acting skills, but there isn't a particularly popular one for dancing yet.

With the internet so prevalent these days, it's becoming increasingly difficult for television programs to capture the attention of young people.

Street dance is a good starting point.

A group of people met during the day, exchanged their opinions, and all had high hopes for the program. They were all in high spirits, chatting and joking around, just like ordinary young people.

Because of the nature of the industry, the oldest people present were only in their early thirties, but the vast majority of them were not married, and not many had even publicly announced their relationships.

After all, not everyone has the courage and confidence of the Lanting couple.

A group of men chatting animatedly is no less lively than a group of women gathered together.

Everyone was chatting enthusiastically, but Lu Nanting mostly sat there absentmindedly, only occasionally chiming in with a few words.

His sitting posture was quite unrestrained, with his right ankle resting on his left knee, his upper body leaning back, and his arms outstretched on the back of the chair, making him look cool.

Even though he seemed quiet, people couldn't help but look at him frequently.

Firstly, he is genuinely handsome, even without makeup, he is so good-looking that you want to look at him a few more times.

Secondly...

Today's gathering was organized with him at the core.

The time was chosen when he was resting, the activities were chosen when he liked them, and even the meals were chosen from places he had been before.

Everyone's attention was naturally focused on him.

In this situation, staring at your phone is obviously impolite. Everyone's phones were turned off and placed on the table, but he couldn't help but glance at his phone screen every few minutes, which everyone noticed.

Seeing others here, their hearts must have already flown away; their friends must be speechless.

"How long has it been since you've been out? Just have a proper meal, don't drink, are you afraid of having to kneel on a washboard when you get back?"

"Come on, let's take a video to let your wife know that there aren't any women around today, so she can relax!"

Since getting married, Lu Nanting has become particularly difficult to meet.

After finishing work, even if it's already midnight, he still has to catch a red-eye flight home to be with his wife. He's known in the industry as a henpecked husband and a clingy person.

Before marriage, Lu Nanting was a spendthrift and wealthy man who frequently treated people to meals and gave them gifts. Now, however, he is stingy and even complained that a bottle of water costing five yuan was too expensive when recording a variety show.

His friends teased and ridiculed him, right? Not only was he not ashamed, he was proud of it, constantly saying things like, "I can't explain it to you, you don't understand without wives," "Being family-oriented is a sign of a mature man," and "Men with a sense of family responsibility should know how to increase income and reduce expenditure"...

Fans rave about him, calling him a role model for good men in the new century, but those around him don't see it that way.

He's clearly not that old, but he likes to act mature for his age. He talks to everyone with the air of someone who's been there all along, which makes people grit their teeth in anger. Every time they see him, they don't want to let him off the hook.

At best, I'd tease him a bit; at worst, I'd jokingly punch him a couple of times.

After finishing our business and exercising for half the afternoon, everyone was feeling a bit lazy when it was time for dinner.

Seeing that he had reached a higher level this time, like someone suffering from separation anxiety, their little mouths, which had been laced with venom, couldn't help but utter a few words.

Lu Nanting remained calm despite their teasing:
"Don't worry, I've already informed them. Of course my wife knows I'm having dinner with you guys. Besides, we don't have a washboard at home, we're super happy, okay?"

No one asked him anything. Lu Nanting looked around smugly and then revealed, "I was looking at my phone because my wife said she's coming to pick me up later!"

What if someone arrives and sends him a message, but he doesn't see it? Wouldn't that make Gu Lanxi wait outside?

"Holy crap! Lu San, can't you be a little more dignified?!"

One wrong move and all the single people are bombarded with dog food (a Chinese slang term for witnessing public displays of affection), and they feel like they're about to die on the spot!
Do you know how awful you look?

"Record it all, record it all, and let his fans see just how henpecked this guy really is in private!"

"No way! His fans love this kind of thing, we can't just give him free followers!"

"Let him treat us to dinner tonight!"

"Forget it! If you pull out nothing but coins, who knows who'll be more embarrassed then."

"Speaking of which, the New Year is just around the corner. We should definitely go and wish him a Happy New Year this year. Isn't it common for married people to give red envelopes to unmarried people? Let's make a killing!"

Being surrounded and teased by a group of people was actually quite amusing, and Lu Nanting couldn't help but laugh.

The waiter knocked on the door and came in. He quickly prepared the hot pot base for everyone, and various ingredients were brought in one after another. After finishing, he didn't disturb us, said "Enjoy your meal" and left.

The waiters here are all used to seeing celebrities; if you want an autograph, just tell the owner, and they won't disturb your meal at all. Each person gets their own mini hot pot, which is clean and hygienic, and you can cook whatever you want—it's super convenient.

Having been with Gu Lanxi for so long, Lu Nanting didn't eat spicy food much anymore. He ordered a mushroom soup hot pot and slowly cooked mutton there.

Halfway through the meal, Gu Lanxi finally replied to the message.

We talked about the script for a long time, then I treated the two teachers to dinner. They'll probably arrive around 8 PM. /heart/heart

Having received confirmation, Lu Nanting put his phone in his pocket, ate his meal in peace, and listened to the gossip along the way.

Gu Lanxi said she would arrive around eight o'clock, but when the waiter led her in, it was exactly seven fifty-eight.

I thought a group of men would drink when they got together, but it turns out they all took great care of their voices.

To protect my teeth, I didn't even drink carbonated beverages, and instead drank barley tea.

Everyone was happy to see Gu Lanxi arrive, as some of them had never even met her before.

Lu Nanting introduced them and found a chair for her to sit down.

Gu Lanxi had already eaten and was just chatting with everyone; no one urged her to eat more.

After sitting for only twenty minutes, Lu Nanting wiped his mouth, and without caring what time everyone was leaving, he simply said that he was going home, picked up his bag and left, looking incredibly smug!
People began to question the ecosystem of the industry—has the era changed, and now the way to become famous is no longer through flirting and creating a single persona, but through sweet love and an excellent partner?
The two had a pleasant day out, and when they left, Lu Nanting generously paid the bill, which was quite a show of generosity.

Once the car was on the road, Gu Lanxi couldn't help but gossip with him: "I heard something bizarre today."

"what?"

"Senior Shen told me about the inspiration for his script, saying that a true story happened in his neighborhood: an elderly couple, the husband suddenly fell ill and passed away. The wife didn't know the combination to the safe and couldn't open it. Not wanting anyone to covet her belongings, she secretly took an angle grinder and started dismantling it. However, she thought the safety shield was in the way, so she removed it without wearing goggles. The flying shards injured her eyes, and her screams frightened the neighbors. The neighbors called the police, saying that the neighbors were committing murder and dismembering the body..."

Lu Nanting touched the goosebumps that had risen on his arm.

"Are you really going to take this role?"

Lu Nanting doesn't really like watching suspense and thriller movies.

But as soon as he saw Gu Lanxi's state, he knew that she was moved by the script.

"We still need to discuss this with Sister Mei; it's not finalized yet. What I mean is, when we get back, I need to take you to see our safe, just in case..."

Lu Nanting's face instantly darkened: "If you keep talking so recklessly, I'll really teach you a lesson!"

Gu Lanxi was stunned for a moment, then quickly swallowed the words she was about to say and weakly said, "I'm sorry."

Lu Nanting gave a disgruntled "humph" and ignored her.

The two arrived home quietly. As soon as they parked the car, Gu Lanxi grabbed his shoulder fiercely, took a long stride, crossed the center console, and sat on his lap facing him.

"Wow, Mr. Lu, you're really something! I heard you're going to teach me a lesson? How? Tell me in detail?"

Before Lu Nanting could even unbuckle his seatbelt, she pressed it down.

He didn't say anything, just stared straight at her.

Gu Lanxi refused to admit defeat, her eyes widening even more than his: "What? You still want to commit domestic violence? Let me tell you..."

Before she could finish speaking, she looked down and her face immediately turned red.

"Is Teacher Lu experiencing spring ahead of schedule?"

Lu Nanting felt no embarrassment at all, and put his arm around her waist, pressing the two of them even closer.

He raised an eyebrow, touched forehead to forehead, and whispered back, "Where you are, it's spring all year round. Have you heard of that?"

Gu Lanxi was amused by him and hugged his neck tightly.

"If you're tired, don't walk."

"Then I'll carry you home."

"Hmm."

The two returned home sweetly.

Lu Nanting took a long, refreshing bath, even washing his fingernails thoroughly.

I came out wrapped in a bath towel, looked around but couldn't find anyone, changed into my pajamas and went downstairs, where I saw the person who was just complaining that he couldn't walk, hitting the sandbag loudly.

After eating poached chicken for lunch and a seafood feast for dinner, the disciplined Ms. Gu is a little worried about gaining weight and is trying to burn off some energy whenever she can.

Seeing him push the door open with wide eyes, he threw down his boxing gloves and pounced on him.

"I'm tired, I need a hug."

It's been almost half an hour, and Ms. Gu has burned off most of her calories for the day, so she doesn't want to move anymore.

Lu Nanting: "..."

What else could I do? My wife said she wanted a hug.

I bought a very interesting book called "Science in Poetry".

Analyzing poetry from a scientific perspective is an angle I never thought of before. I really like it and plan to study it carefully this week. After I finish, I'll tell the kids about it when I pick them up from school.

P.S.: How come a "muscle Barbie" isn't a Barbie?!
Being completely pampered by one's wife is the destiny of someone with a love-struck mind.