Huayu 2021: Isn’t he in the technology field?

Chapter 274 Detective Jiang Nan Appears Online

The scene on the set of "Lighter" was briefly quiet for a few seconds.

Zhang Jingyi finally came to her senses when she saw the figure clinging to Jiang Qing like a koala, those almond-shaped eyes with a sly smile, and that pert nose that was almost identical to Jiang Qing's.

Who else could this be but Jiang Nan!
The radiant campus beauty I'd seen in online photos of Tsinghua University is now vividly before my eyes, and in such a lively way.

The phrase "Your Highness" was like a pebble, precisely thrown into Zhang Jingyi's heart, rippling out a wave of shyness.

She felt her cheeks slightly flushed, but almost immediately, the poised and dignified air of an "elder" took over.

She took a deep breath, a bright and sincere smile blooming on her face. She took a step forward, her voice clear and crisp, carrying a hint of affectionate reproach after being teased.

"Oh, it's Jiang Nan! You startled me. I thought it was some enthusiastic fangirl!"

As she spoke, she reached out her hand, naturally intending to help Jiang Nan get off Jiang Qing.

"Get down quickly, so many people are watching."

Jiang Nan clung to Jiang Qing, tilting her head to observe Zhang Jingyi's reaction up close.

From a moment of surprise and shyness to a quick adjustment to poise and naturalness, besides the initial delight at seeing herself for the first time, a hint of... concern for her brother seemed to flash quickly in her bright eyes?
And a hint of happiness at being slightly pleased by the address "Your Highness"? A glint of "smelling gossip" immediately flashed in Jiang Nan's beautiful eyes.

Instead of immediately yielding to Zhang Jingyi's pull, she tightened her grip on Jiang Qing's neck and looked at her with a grin.

"Oh dear, Sister Jingyi, why are you blushing? Did my brother bully you? It's okay, just tell me, and I'll beat him up for you!"

"Jiang Nan!"

Jiang Qing finally managed to pry this overly enthusiastic human-shaped accessory off her and place it steadily on the ground.

He then curled his finger and tapped her smooth forehead lightly, his tone a mix of helplessness and doting affection typical of an older brother.

"How old are you? Still acting like a child! This is a film set, not at home. Watch your image."

As we spoke, I casually straightened her bright orange woolen hat, which had been rubbed askew.

Jiang Nan rubbed her forehead nonchalantly and pouted.

"What's the value of an image? I just finished my last exam yesterday, and I got up at six this morning to catch my flight. I didn't even have time to eat properly, and I rushed back just to see you as soon as possible! And what do you do? Instead of praising me for being thoughtful, you hit me on the head and started criticizing me!"

She glared at Jiang Qing angrily, like a cat with its fur standing on end.

"Okay, okay, you've worked the hardest."

Jiang Qing raised her hands as if surrendering, but couldn't help but smile.

He had absolutely no temper with his younger sister.

Jiang Nan immediately brightened up, ignoring her brother's "nagging," and turned around to affectionately take Zhang Jingyi's arm, the action as natural as if they were best friends who had known each other for many years.

"Sister Jingyi, how was my brother's behavior on set? Was he arrogant and annoying? Tell me about it!"

She pulled Zhang Jingyi towards a nearby bench, completely ignoring Jiang Qing. Her little mouth started chattering, asking all sorts of questions, her eyes shining like searchlights as she scanned back and forth between Zhang Jingyi and Jiang Qing.

Only then did the stagnant air around us seem to begin to flow again.

A series of suppressed gasps and low gasps of surprise rose and fell.

"My God...it's Jiang Shen's sister! The one from Shui Mu!"

"Yes, yes, yes! Jiang Nan! She's even prettier in person than in photos!"

"These siblings are so good-looking...it's simply unfair to everyone else!"

"Her temperament is just too good! So lively and pure..."

"I'm suddenly curious about what Teacher Jiang's parents look like..."

Zhao Zhiwei, Cui Yuxin, and the others stared wide-eyed at Jiang Nan. Her youthful vitality, flawless face, and the unique scholarly air cultivated by her top university combined to create a striking beauty that made it almost impossible for them to look away.

"cough!"

Zeng Keni coughed loudly, crossed his arms, and gave a cool look to the few guys who were obviously distracted. His voice was neither too loud nor too soft, but carried a hint of teasing disappointment.

"Hey! Snap out of it! Wipe your drool! Your eyes are practically glued to that girl, aren't you ashamed?"

She rolled her eyes and launched into a tirade without holding back.

"Wake up, everyone! Do you think you can even dream about that? Look at who her brother is, and look at her own level. She's the goddess of Tsinghua University's School of Economics and Management, the campus's white moonlight! Save your breath, don't overthink it, or Jiang Shen might just use you as code to optimize!"

Zhao Zhiwei and the others blushed deeply, awkwardly averted their gaze, touched their noses, and pretended to look at the script or drink beverages.

A burst of good-natured laughter immediately erupted around them.

Jiang Nan seemed completely oblivious to this little incident, or perhaps she was used to being the center of attention, and simply chatted enthusiastically with Zhang Jingyi.

Zhang Jingyi was also infected by her liveliness, and the two quickly became very friendly, chatting about everything from the weather in Luyang to the crew's boxed lunches, their laughter echoing throughout the set.

After a short break, filming resumed.

Jiang Nan immediately transformed into a curious child, finding a spot next to Liu Junjie where she could see the monitor without getting in the way. She moved a small stool down, rested her chin on her hands, and stared intently at the center of the set.

This was the first time she had ever seen her brother working on a film set.

The script supervisor slammed the clapperboard shut.

"Scene 852 of 'Lighter and Princess Dress,' one shot, one take, Action!"

The lights focused, and the set instantly fell silent.

In front of the camera, Jiang Qing leaned lazily against the computer chair, one long leg propped on the ground, the chair slightly tilted back, exuding that signature arrogant air of not caring about anything.

He was wearing a simple black sweater, with a few strands of hair hanging down his forehead, but they couldn't hide his sharp, somewhat impatient eyes.

Fingers flew across the keyboard, typing code at an astonishing speed, making a crisp clicking sound.

Zhang Jingyi stood beside him, holding a thick stack of documents, her brows slightly furrowed, seemingly trying to understand the content on the screen.

Her makeup was simple and clean, her ponytail was tied neatly, and her pretty face carried the seriousness of a top student and... a feeling of frustration at being annoyed by Li Xun but helpless.

"There is logical redundancy here."

Jiang Qing didn't even look up. She tapped a line of code on the screen with her finger, her voice cold and undisguised.

“Optimize it, and efficiency will increase by 15%, Zhu Yun, don’t you ever use your brain when you do things?” Zhang Jingyi’s face flushed red, both from anger and embarrassment.

She took a deep breath, trying to keep her voice steady, but the last syllable still betrayed a hint of grievance and stubbornness.

“Li Xun! This is a common module for the project team! And this redundancy is for compatibility…”

"Excuse."

Jiang Qing interrupted her, finally turning her head, her deep eyes looking at her with a scrutinizing and oppressive gaze.

"Compatibility is not a fig leaf for inefficiency. What I want is the optimal solution, not a compromise or a complete rewrite."

His tone was firm and decisive, leaving no room for negotiation.

Between the two, one was like ice, and the other was like a small flame burning under the ice. The atmosphere instantly became tense, filled with silent confrontation and tension.

Liu Junjie nodded in satisfaction in front of the monitor.

Jiang Nan watched intently by the monitor screen, her eyes wide and her mouth slightly open, completely captivated by the two actors' performance.

"Wow……"

She couldn't help but let out a small gasp, leaned closer to Liu Junjie, and asked in a low voice.

"Director Liu, Director Liu, is my brother always this... this fierce when he's filming? He looks so intimidating!"

She pointed to the powerful figure on the screen who spoke without any mercy.

Liu Junjie chuckled and answered in a low voice.

"Teacher Jiang gets into character very quickly and captures the state of mind very accurately. Li Xun has that kind of spirit. He is meticulous about his technique and speaks with a sharp tongue, but his ability is really strong. Look how well Jingyi responded. That feeling of not giving up but being helpless against him is just right!"

Jiang Nan nodded, her gaze shifting back and forth between Jiang Qing and Zhang Jingyi.

As she watched, the look of doubt and inquiry in her bright eyes grew stronger.

Something is wrong!
Something is very wrong!

When the camera wasn't on them, or during the brief moments when the director yelled "cut," she keenly captured some fleeting interactions.

For example, when Zhang Jingyi turned around angrily to get the documents, Jiang Qing's gaze would unconsciously follow her back. The coldness and sharpness in her eyes would instantly disappear, replaced by an indescribable focus and... gentleness? Although it was only for a brief moment, Jiang Qing was sure she hadn't seen wrong!

On another occasion, Zhang Jingyi tripped over a loose wire while moving around, causing her to stagger slightly.

Right next to her, Jiang Qingming was still maintaining Li Xun's aloof and unapproachable demeanor, but his arm reached out very naturally and lightly supported her lower back. As soon as she regained her balance, he immediately withdrew it as if nothing had happened. It was so fast that even the stagehands next to them didn't notice, but Jiang Nan, who was observant, saw it clearly!

When Zhang Jingyi turned around, her ears seemed a little red. She glared at Jiang Qing, but her gaze... was more like reproach than anger, and also carried a secret joy of being taken care of.

"hiss……"

Jiang Nan rested her chin on her hand, scratching the ends of her chestnut-colored hair in distress, her delicate eyebrows furrowing into a small knot.

She glanced at her charismatic brother on set, then at Zhang Jingyi beside him, a beautiful and stubborn woman with slightly red ears, and then at the tension between the two on the monitor—tension that almost overflowed the screen and even the director praised… This atmosphere was far more than just colleagues or partners.
This is clearly...something's going on!
But... Jiang Nan's face fell, her eyes filled with conflict.

Another figure immediately popped into her mind—Zhou Ye.

That older sister in Peach Blossom Village, who would shyly hand her brother water, blush at a word he said, and secretly look at him with eyes full of stars.

She still remembers how awkwardly the other person tried to please her, her "future sister-in-law," when they were at the Chinese restaurant.

One is Zhou Ye's sister, who is gentle and considerate, and clearly has deep feelings for her brother.

One is the beautiful and lively Zhang Jingyi in front of me, who sparks with her brother both on and off screen.

Jiang Nan's inner balance was swaying wildly, almost about to crack!
She glanced at the two actors working together seamlessly on set, then thought of Zhou Ye in the distance, and finally turned her reproachful gaze toward her own brother.

"Playboy!"

She puffed out her cheeks and spat softly at Jiang Qing's retreating figure in a voice only she could hear, her eyes filled with accusation that "brother, you've changed."

How is she supposed to choose? Both options seem pretty good?
This distress is both sweet and heavy.

The afternoon's filming was completed smoothly under Jiang Nan's "detective-like" observation. With Liu Junjie's loud "That's a wrap!", the atmosphere on set immediately became lively. Everyone chatted and laughed as they began to pack up their things, preparing to head to the celebration banquet that evening.

Zhang Jingyi changed out of her costume and into her own white down jacket and jeans, then came over to greet Jiang Nan.

"Come on, Nan Nan! Are you starving? I'll take you to eat something delicious!"

She had a friendly smile on her face.

"Yes, yes! Sister Jingyi is the best!"

Jiang Nan immediately put aside her hesitation, put on a sweet smile, and affectionately took Zhang Jingyi's arm.

Jiang Qing also changed back into casual clothes, a simple dark coat and trousers, regaining her usual calm and easygoing demeanor, though there was a hint of fatigue from work in her eyes.

He walked over to the two of them.

"The car is outside, let's go."

The two girls responded, then ignored him and walked on, chatting and laughing.

Seeing this, Jiang Qing shrugged and followed with a helpless smile.

At the parking lot, Jiang Nan said goodbye to Zhang Jingyi. After watching Zhang Jingyi get into the RV, she turned around and glanced at Jiang Qing, then got into the back seat with a stern face.

Jiang Qing paused for a moment, then smiled and climbed into the back seat.

Sure enough, after taking his seat, he turned around and saw Jiang Nan first greet Chen Duo and Zhou Zhengkai in the front row with a sweet smile, then turn around and her expression immediately changed. She glared at him with a fierce look and even pressed a button to raise the partition.

It was a completely convicted attitude!
tsk...

Jiang Qing clicked her tongue, revealing an expression of complete indifference.

However, it just so happened that he also wanted to have a good talk with his younger sister.

After all, in case of any emergency in the future, there will always be a firefighter.

As his sister, this girl was undoubtedly the most suitable candidate.

(End of this chapter)