Chinese Entertainment Intelligence King

Chapter 183 The Civil War in Huanzhu: Qin Zhihua vs. Fan Jinsuo

Calm seas

Yan Li put his arm around Qin Lan's smooth, fragrant shoulder, glanced at the messy sofa next to them, and looked slightly smug.

"Luckily I had the foresight, otherwise we would have had to switch rooms."

"do not talk."

Qin Lan reached out and covered his mouth, feeling extremely embarrassed. Her ears were red. Perhaps it was because of the reunion after a short separation, but this time her water magic was particularly powerful.

Yan Li chuckled. Although they had been married for a long time, Qin Lan was still a little reserved in this regard.

However, this also created a unique charm, and Yan Li liked to tease Qin Lan when she was embarrassed.

As they were whispering about what happened afterward, Yan Li's phone vibrated. He picked it up, glanced at it, and answered the call.

"Okay, I'll go back tomorrow."

After hanging up the phone, Yan Li looked at Qin Lan and smiled, "Can you report for duty tomorrow? Otherwise, I'll ask for leave for you so you can stay in the city for a day to rest."

Qin Lan sensed Yan Li's mockery and wanted to teach him a lesson, but she was too weak to do so and could only mutter sullenly.

"Need not."

Although she lacks stamina, she recovers well; at worst... she can just drink more water...

"Sigh, are the people on the film crew easy to get along with?"

Qin Lan took the opportunity to inquire about the film crew, ostensibly asking whether the crew members were friendly, but actually wanting to gauge Yan Li's intentions.

For example, who has a powerful background, who should be ignored, and... whether Yan Li has hooked up with any vixens.

"You're the boss's wife; whether you're easy to get along with is their problem."

Yan Li rested his chin on Qin Lanxiang's shoulder, domineeringly expressing his attitude. Qin Lanxiang was very satisfied with his answer and happily gave him a sweet kiss.

"but……"

Yan Li accepted the list without question, but after a moment's consideration, he added a sentence.

"...Fan Bingbing is a core artist in our company's future. Now she's involved in a scandal with me. Everyone in the crew is watching and trying to give her some face."

Qin Lan looked at him suspiciously, thinking of Wang Ou: "You're not going to sleep with the people right next to you again, are you?"

"What do you mean 'again'? When did I ever eat the grass near my own nest?"

Strictly speaking, neither Wang Ou nor Fan Xiaopang were considered Yi An's people when Yan Li ate them; they were only brought to the side later.

"hehe."

Qin Lan didn't want to pay him any attention. She hadn't settled the score with Yan Li for Huang Shengyi yet, and this bastard wasn't telling the truth at all.

"No sarcastic or obscene remarks allowed."

Yan Li patted her bottom in dissatisfaction: "Don't think nonsense. They work for us, so you have to treat them well. Our company has limited resources. If we treat them harshly, they'll leave."

"Who was being mean?"

Qin Lan muttered something to herself, but she did take Yan Li's words to heart.

She knows that top sales performers get preferential treatment.

Because they could offer limited help to Yan Li in his career, Qin Lan and Dong Xuan shared a principle: not to hinder Yan Li's career.

Yan Li used the company as an excuse and flattered Qin Lan by praising her as the boss's wife, which successfully got her under his control.

Of course, it is also related to the fact that Qin Lan herself is not the type to bully others, and that she listens to Yan Li.

"However, since I'm giving her face, she'd better give me face in return."

Qin Lan also emphasized that although she has a gentle personality, she is not a pushover. She can refrain from bullying others, but others should not provoke her.

"That's for sure."

Yan Li kissed her: "Who provoked you? I'll slap her."

...

The following day, Qin Lan, who played Empress Jiang, officially reported to the crew of "Investiture of the Gods" and later met the three demons of Xuanyuan in the dressing room.

Empress Jiang doesn't have many scenes; she's the first boss Daji encounters after entering the palace. Only after Daji kills Empress Jiang, becomes the sole favorite, and appoints her as empress does she summon the remaining two demons to the palace.

Therefore, Qin Lan has no scenes with Wang Ou or Wu Jiayi; the only character she has scenes with is Fan Xiaopang, who plays Daji.

Fan Xiaopang silently observed Qin Lan. Yesterday, Yan Li said he went to pick someone up and didn't come back all night. The next day, the two of them went to the film set one after the other. She wasn't stupid, so of course she understood what was going on.

However, she had no idea that Qin Lan and Yan Li were related before this.

It seems like the two of them have never acted together before; they just suddenly appeared out of nowhere. I guess that scoundrel of a man picked up some random food somewhere.

Tsk~
As for its appearance, it's acceptable.

As for her figure, it's so-so.

Her temperament is alright.

Fan Xiaopang gave Qin Lan a score of 75, which was only slightly higher than Wang Ou's, and he didn't take it too seriously.

Hmph, abandoning her for such a piece of trash, I'll make sure he can't get into my bed for three days.

Qin Lan was also observing Fan Xiaopang, but compared to Fan Xiaopang's composure, she felt more pressure.

She knew Fan Xiaopang was pretty before, but it wasn't until she actually met her that she could truly appreciate her beauty.

With an oval face, almond-shaped eyes, and a bright yet innocent look, she is captivating with every smile and frown.

She was tall and slender with a graceful figure, possessing a slender yet subtly voluptuous physique, with curves in all the right places, and most importantly, extremely fair skin.

Qin Lan knew that scoundrel's preferences all too well; Fan Xiaopang's fair and smooth skin sent a chill down her spine.

She also secretly glanced at Fan Xiaopang's feet, but since he was wearing silk shoes from the play, she couldn't tell anything.

However, that face, that fair skin, and that alluring aura were enough to make Qin Lan conflicted and wary.

She recalled Yan Li telling her last night not to get into a conflict with Fan Xiaopang, and couldn't help but begin to have doubts.

Is Yan Li trying to take care of an outstanding employee, or are the two having an affair? That bastard has fallen for someone else, forgetting the old and embracing the new, and favoring this vixen.

The two sized each other up, and when they glanced at each other casually, they caught a glimpse of subtle hostility.

Fan Xiaopang raised his eyebrows slightly, and Qin Lan's heart sank as they confirmed their guesses.

"Something really happened!"

"The two are definitely not just having a scandal!"

Fan Xiaopang stood up, took the initiative to come over, and extended his hand: "Hello, I am Fan Bingbing."

Qin Lan shook hands with her: "Hello, I'm Qin Lan."

Fan Xiaopang smoothed a stray hair behind his ear: "I've seen your portrayal of Zhihua, it was excellent. Aunt Qiong Yao still knows how to pick actors so well."

[They know how to pick actors, so they chose a pretentious and scheming woman like you.]

Qin Lan's polite smile faded, and she replied, "Aunt Qiong Yao also praised your portrayal of Jin Suo, saying that you are very talented and your interpretation of the character was spot on."

[What are you pretending to be, senior? You're just a little maid. It's a good thing you're not in the third season, or I'd be the one to stab you.]

"..."

Fan Xiaopang narrowed his peach blossom eyes, his gaze sharp, while Qin Lan met his gaze calmly without backing down.

A dozen seconds later, Fan Xiaopang looked away and warned, "Just focus on filming on set, do your job properly, and don't touch anything you shouldn't."

"Thank you for your concern." Qin Lan's voice was gentle yet firm: "I won't touch other people's things, and I won't let others touch my things."

"hehe."

Fan Xiaopang sneered, turned and left, outwardly disdainful, but inwardly somewhat uncertain.

Given the difference in their status, it's quite illogical that Qin Lan dared to challenge her so humbly and even with a touch of arrogance.

She couldn't help but glance at Wang Ou beside her. The fact that he was intimidated and suppressed by her was the correct way to define their respective positions.

Qin Lan was also not at peace, and she cursed the person in her heart.

That's outrageous! This vixen is actually acting like the empress, implying and claiming Yan Li's sovereignty.

She's never done that before!!!

Fan Xiaopang is so arrogant, she doesn't believe Yan Li wouldn't know and condone it. What does this scoundrel mean?!

The two were preoccupied with their own plans, ignoring Wang Ou and Wu Jiani beside them, leaving the two feeling hurt and confused.

"Sister Ou, what's going on?"

Wu Jiani was confused, but after so many days on set, she had figured out some of the tricks of the trade.

Yan Li had connections with both Fan Xiaopang and Wang Ou, but the former was more favored.

Wang Ou was no match for Fan Xiaopang and could only dabble in her affairs, probably trying to find reinforcements.

Wu Jiani regretted her actions. She should have tried to curry favor with Fan Xiaopang. Now that Fan Xiaopang saw how close she was to Wang Ou, he was much colder towards her.

However, if she were to try to curry favor with Fan Xiaopang, he wouldn't need any reinforcements, and given his domineering personality, it would be difficult for her to even get close to Yan Li.

"Um……"

Wang Ou was also confused about what was going on. He didn't understand where Qin Lan had come from or what gave her the confidence to challenge Fan Xiaopang.

But no matter what, the enemy of my enemy is my friend.

Regardless of Qin Lan's background, since she and Fan Xiaopang were at odds, Wang Ou was going to lend a hand.

"Just you wait and see what happens."

Adopting the demeanor of an older sister to calm Wu Jiani down, Wang Ou smiled warmly and took the initiative to strike up a conversation with Qin Lan, while also taking the opportunity to tease Fan Xiaopang.

"Ignore her, that's just the kind of person she is, hard to get along with. My name is Wang Ou, and I play Feng Lai in our drama."

"Oh, you're the one who makes chicken essence."

Qin Lan's expression of sudden realization almost killed Wang Ou's smile.

This woman is insane, she swears at everyone she sees!
Wang Ou suppressed his emotions and continued to be friendly, but Qin Lan remained indifferent and gave him perfunctory replies.

She didn't like Fan Xiaopang, but she didn't like Wang Ou much either, and even disliked him more.

After all, Fan Xiaopang and Yan Li were creating rumors together, which was a mutually beneficial collaboration. Even if something happened between the two, Fan might not be a good person, but Yan Li wasn't innocent either.

But Wang Ou, a mere model, couldn't think of any other way to rise to the top except by seducing Yan Li with her beauty.

snort!
Casting her as Chicken Essence is absolutely perfect; she's so sassy and flirtatious, and her name even has "bird" in it—she's a total slut.

When Fan Xiaopang saw Wang Ou's attempt to find Qin Lan fail, he couldn't help but laugh out loud.

Wang Ou, already irritated by Qin Lan's cold attitude, couldn't hold back any longer when he heard Fan Xiaopang mocking him, and left angrily.

A vixen and a lunatic, neither of them are good people. It's a perfect opportunity for them to fight like dogs, and she'll cheer no matter who wins or loses.

Once Wang Ou left, Wu Jiani couldn't sit still any longer. She held on for a while, then found a chance to slip away. The makeup artists, sensing the oppressive atmosphere, quickly left after finishing their makeup.

Only the two of them remained in the dressing room. In front of Qin Lan, Fan Xiaopang took out his phone, his voice slightly coquettish.

"Mr. Yan, how about having dinner with me today? Let's go to that Japanese restaurant we went to last time."

Yan Li, who was temporarily busy with important matters on the set of "The Legend of Lu Xiaofeng", put his phone down from his ear and glanced at the caller ID.

It really is Fan Xiaopang!
This woman's gone mad; she talks like she's got half a pound of sugar in her mouth. And when have those two ever eaten Japanese food?

He hates Japanese food the most. It's ridiculously expensive, tastes terrible, and doesn't fill you up. He tried it once and put it on his blacklist. If he wants to eat Japanese food, he'd rather buy some oden from a convenience store.

"I have something to do today, maybe next time."

Yan Li was afraid that the woman would pester him, so he quickly hung up the phone. But before he could even put his phone back in his pocket, it rang again. It was Qin Lan calling.

"Hey honey, I want to eat at that old restaurant we used to go to. When are you done? I'll make a reservation."

Yan Li sensed something was wrong, but couldn't quite put his finger on it, so he had no choice but to agree.

"Okay, you go reserve a table, I'll come find you when I'm done."

Qin Lan has arrived, and she just arrived. Yan Li has no choice but to accompany her, not to mention that Qin Lan mentioned the old restaurant that holds special significance for the two of them.

Back when they were filming "Heroes of Sui and Tang Dynasties", Yan Li and Qin Lan often dined together at that restaurant, and their relationship grew closer and closer.

Qin Lan had erotic dreams about him, and he even suspected that the restaurant owner had drugged her.

Now that I think about it, it's been almost three years. It's a good time to revisit this place and take a stroll in the grove after dinner.

Hmm, two more episodes of "The Emperor of Han Dynasty" starring Huang Xiaoming...

In the dressing room, Qin Lan closed her phone, glanced at Fan Xiaopang, scoffed, plugged in her earphones, and leisurely listened to music with her eyes closed.

Fan Xiaopang tried his best to maintain his composure, his fingers clenched until they turned white, and he squeezed out three words through gritted teeth.

"We'll see."

...

In the evening, Yan Li accompanied Qin Lan to an old restaurant, and then they went to the grove to whisper sweet nothings to each other.

Back at the hotel, Yan Li was about to put on "The Emperor of Han Dynasty" when Qin Lan took out a black cloth and tried to blindfold him.

"What do you mean?"

"surprise."

"Oh!"

Yan Li became interested. The last surprise Qin Lan gave him was a pair of black fishnet stockings that she had asked a friend to buy from Japan. They were very alluring, but they were a bit fragile.

Could it be that she ordered something from Japan again? But why didn't the system trigger?

"Hurry up and cover yourself up."

Qin Lan blindfolded Yan Li and made him lie down. Suddenly, her wrist tightened, and Yan Li was puzzled.

"what?"

"Don't play dumb, you've seen the movie before."

Qin Lan playfully scolded him, and Yan Li's face immediately lit up: "Playing so wildly."

"Don't be so long-winded."

Qin Lan tied Yan Li's wrists together and then used a pair of stockings to tie his feet.

Yan, realizing she'd made a mistake with the gift, called out in her nickname, "Lanlan, stop playing around. I remember there's an urgent package I haven't dealt with yet."

Qin Lan removed the black cloth from Yan Li's eyes, holding the small straight stick that Yan Li had just picked up from the grove in her hand, her face as cold as frost.

"I'm more anxious about this."

Sigrún has taught at the Iceland University of the Arts as a part-time lecturer since and was Dean of the Department of Fine Art from -. In – she held a research position at Reykjavík Art Museum focusing on the role of women in Icelandic art. She studied fine art at the Icelandic College of Arts and Crafts and at Pratt Institute, New York, and holds BA and MA degrees in art history and philosophy from the University of Iceland. Sigrún lives and works in Iceland.

P.S.: I had something to do today, so I'm 1000 points short of the 7000+ mark. I'll make up for it tomorrow.
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