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

Chapter 297 The Unexpected Dudu

On a winter afternoon in Hengdian, the sunlight brought a slight warmth, but it couldn't dispel the biting chill in the air.

Filming for "The Long Moon Shines Brightly" is in full swing in the vast palace set.

However, a subtle restlessness is silently spreading among the people.

"Hey, did you hear? That General Manager Jiang is on the set of 'Protecting the Heart' next door! Someone saw him with their own eyes!"

"Zhou Ye's film crew? Tsk, that's not surprising. Those two were already there back in Peach Blossom Village..."

"The strange thing is, do you think he might turn around and come here?"

"Visiting our second female lead on set? Maybe! Don't forget how the 'Yan Zhi You Li' CP name came about!"

"Exactly! Videos of their college debates are still going viral online! Who would believe they have nothing to do with each other?"

"But they're not with Zhou Ye now..."

"You don't understand. Who knows what the world of big shots is like? I think he'll come. Just think about the special treatment our Teacher Chen usually gets on set!"

"It'll be quite a sight when they actually arrive. On one side is [Jiangzhou Fishing Lights], and on the other is [Yan Zhi You Li]. It'll be a battleground!"

"Keep your voice down! Don't let Teacher Chen Duling hear you..."

The whispers were kept low, flowing like background noise during the gaps in the camera's movement and the moments when the actors were touching up their makeup.

Bai Lu had just finished filming a scene. Wrapped in a thick down jacket, she snuggled up to Luo Yunxi and Sun Zhenni, her eyes shining brightly. She lowered her voice, unable to hide her excitement.

"Teacher Luo! Zhenni! Breaking news!"

She grabbed one in each hand.

"Jiang Qing! Jiang Qing is on the set of 'Protecting the Heart' next door! Someone just saw her!"

Luo Yunxi was resting with her eyes closed when she heard this and opened them.

"Isn't it normal for him to come and visit Zhou Ye on set?"

"Oh, that's not the point!"

The egret stamped its feet in frustration.

"The key question is whether he'll come to visit us on set!"

Sun Zhenni also became interested and moved closer.

"Really? Will he come? I've never seen him in person. I've only seen Xiao Heyun on TV and in videos of him giving speeches... It feels so contradictory!"

"Who knows!"

The egret looked inscrutable, counting on its fingers.

"The college debater's ideal man, the poverty alleviation beneficiary and rumored boyfriend of Peach Blossom Village, the founder of a tech unicorn company, and now the male lead in a hit drama at the start of the year! This resume, this range! And the key is that he's handsome! Do you think he'll come? I think he definitely will! With this level of success, wouldn't it be a shame for this CP name, 'The Reason for Beauty,' if he didn't come?"

She became more and more certain as she spoke, and her expression grew increasingly excited.

Luo Yunxi shook her head helplessly.

"You're even more excited than the person involved."

"Of course! This is like a real-life idol drama!"

The egret, with an air of self-righteousness, slyly glanced at the filming area not far away.

In the center of the filming area, Chen Duling wore a flowing costume in the style of Dunhuang flying apsaras, with her towering hair adorned with exquisite hair ornaments and pearls, and her jade earrings reflecting a warm light in the sunlight.

In front of the camera, she has a cool and aloof look, with an otherworldly temperament, like a goddess from the heavens, carrying a sense of detached nobility.

On the edge of the set, Deng Wei, the second male lead, looked at Chen Duling in front of the camera, but his eyes were somewhat unfocused, with a hint of imperceptible anxiety.

The news that Jiang Qing was nearby and could appear at any moment was like a thorn in his heart.

He had long harbored feelings for Chen Duling, but no matter how he tried to win her over, Chen Duling always maintained a polite distance from him.

What frustrated him most was that for every script that required even slightly intimate scenes, she insisted on using a stand-in or a camera trick, her attitude resolute and leaving no room for negotiation.

Moreover, the director would actually go along with her, showing even more respect than he did to the female lead, Bai Lu.

This silent rejection made him realize with absolute clarity that the rumors were true.

The thought that Jiang Qing might appear at any moment burned his heart with intense jealousy and a sense of powerlessness.

Equally uneasy was Wang Xichao, who was waiting in the wings not far away. He played a significant role and was also staring intently in Chen Duling's direction.

He made no attempt to hide his admiration for Chen Duling, yet he was never truly appreciated, even less so than Deng Wei.

At least Deng Wei could get closer to Chen Duling through their scenes together.

Chen Duling read her lines clearly, then turned around, her skirt billowing in the wind.

The director yelled "Cut!" and she breathed a slight sigh of relief, but her gaze unconsciously drifted towards the entrance of the film set.

Distracted?

Maybe a little.

But what surged in her heart was not the anxiety of "whether they will come" that Bailu and the others had guessed, but a firm expectation.

She knew Jiang Qing; now that he was in Hengdian, so close by, he would definitely come.

She was just wondering when he would arrive.

During this time apart, she often thinks of the days she spent in Luyang.

It's so nice to see him every day.

Shopping together, dining together, taking walks together, and so on...

The memory of certain ambiguous scenes abruptly ended Chen Duling's recollection, and her cheeks flushed.

Ugh...that scoundrel!

Just then, a noticeable commotion broke out at the entrance of the film set, with the noise of voices suddenly rising a notch, interspersed with a few exclamations.

All eyes, as if drawn by an invisible thread, were simultaneously drawn to that direction.

coming!

Looking up, Jiang Qing appeared at the entrance, accompanied by Chen Duo and Zhou Zhengkai on either side.

He wore a well-tailored dark coat, stood tall, and walked with ease.

Without any deliberate celebrity pomp and circumstance, his calm and composed demeanor, honed by his long-standing position and the high recognizability brought by the explosive popularity of "The Beginning," instantly drew everyone's attention the moment he appeared.

The winter sun shone on his well-defined profile, highlighting his high nose bridge and deep-set eyes. It shed Xiao Heyun's youthful naiveté and added a touch of mature sharpness.

"Wow……"

Bai Lu instinctively let out a low cry, her eyes widening, and nudged Sun Zhenni next to her with her elbow.

"He's even more handsome in person than in the show! That charisma... wow!"

Sun Zhenni was also somewhat stunned, muttering, "No wonder..."

Director Ju Jueliang immediately stopped filming, put on a warm smile, and quickly went to greet him.

"President Jiang! Oh my, what a distinguished guest! Welcome, welcome! It's such an honor to have you join our 'The Long Moon and the Bright Sun' production team!"

He reached out and firmly grasped Jiang Qing's hand, shaking it gently.

"Director Ju, you're too kind. I'm sorry to have disturbed your filming. I've come to visit Dudu on set."

Jiang Qing smiled and shook hands in return, her attitude humble, but her gaze naturally swept past the director's shoulder, searching the set.

"Not at all! It's our honor to have you here!"

The director was grinning from ear to ear; this guy was a real big shot!

With her "cow" attributes maxed out, Bai Lu couldn't hold back any longer and pulled Sun Zhenni and Luo Yunxi to squeeze forward.

"Hello, Mr. Jiang! I'm Bai Lu! This is Luo Yunxi and Sun Zhenni! We're all fans of the drama 'The Beginning'! Xiao Heyun is so handsome!"

"Hello."

Jiang Qing nodded with a smile, her gaze politely sweeping over the faces of Bai Lu and the other two, her attitude gentle.

"Thank you for your support."

Deng Wei and Wang Xichao stood at the edge of the crowd a little further away, watching Jiang Qing being enthusiastically surrounded by everyone, observing his composure in every gesture, and comparing themselves to him, the jealousy in their hearts grew wildly like vines.

Deng Wei clenched his fist.

Wang Xichao's face was somewhat gloomy, and his eyes darted back and forth between the dazzling figure and Chen Duling with a complicated expression.

Just then, the crowd parted naturally to both sides, like Moses parting the sea.

Chen Duling walked gracefully towards her.

Her elaborate and gorgeous Dunhuang-style white gauze costume accentuated her slender figure, and the hair ornaments on her high-topped hair trembled slightly. Her jade earrings swayed gently with her steps, revealing a hint of urgency.

With her usual gentle smile, her elegant, noble, and unapproachable goddess-like aura did not diminish as she walked toward Jiang Qing; on the contrary, it gained a vivid radiance from the sudden gleam in her eyes.

Jiang Qing's gaze froze the moment it fell upon her figure.

A hint of amazement flashed across his eyes.

As he watched her approach step by step, the radiance she exuded from within, blending the spirit of the character with her own unique scholarly air, captivated him for a moment.

The surrounding noise seemed to vanish instantly, leaving only the figure walking on light before them.

"Coming."

Chen Duling stopped in front of him, her voice not loud, but carrying a familiar and light tone that only he could understand. The corners of her lips curved slightly, and her eyes were filled with a subtle light.

"Yeah, I just finished at the place next door and stopped by to see you."

Jiang Qing's voice was much softer than before, and the polite distance he showed when facing others had quietly faded away. He looked at her intently, with undisguised admiration in his eyes.

"This look... is stunning."

He admired it sincerely.

"Director Ju's aesthetic sense is always on point."

Chen Duling responded with a faint smile, her gaze lingering on his face as if to check on his condition.

"Have you got a meal yet?"

"I've already eaten with Ono."

Jiang Qing answered naturally, then, as if remembering something, turned her head and gestured to Chen Duo beside her.

Chen Duo immediately understood, took out his phone and whispered a few words.

Soon, a luxurious food truck, identical to the one that appeared on the set of "Protect the Heart" that morning, slowly drove into the set and stopped in a prominent position.

The food truck was beautifully decorated, with a huge message printed on it: "Wishing the crew of 'The Long Moon Shines Brightly' a successful filming process."

The staff skillfully opened the vehicle, revealing a dazzling array of exquisite pastries, hot drinks, fruits, and generously packed meal boxes. "Wow! A food cart!"

"How thoughtful!"

"Mr. Jiang is so generous!"

"Thank you, Mr. Jiang!"

A burst of joyful cheers immediately erupted from the crowd.

Ju Jueliang was overjoyed and thanked him repeatedly.

"Oh, Mr. Jiang! You've gone to so much trouble! We can't possibly accept this!"

"This is just a small token of my appreciation. Thank you all for your hard work during filming."

Jiang Qing smiled and waved her hand, her gaze returning to Chen Duling.

Ju Jueliang was a shrewd person. He glanced at the food cart, then at the couple in front of him whose auras were inexplicably harmonious and whose eye contact conveyed a tacit understanding that was difficult for others to penetrate. He immediately spoke up with great tact.

"Dudu, this scene is finally finished. Why don't you spend some time chatting with President Jiang and catching up? Is an hour enough for you? If not, we can extend it!"

"Thank you, Director Ju."

Chen Duling nodded slightly in thanks, a smile on her face.

Just when everyone thought she and Jiang Qing would find a quiet corner on set to sit down, or at most chat in the rest area, Chen Duling's next move surprised everyone.

She simply reached out her hand naturally, not to shake hands or gesture, but to directly grab Jiang Qing's wrist!

The movements were so fluid, as if they had been done a thousand times.

"Let's go, let's talk in my RV."

She spoke calmly, as if she were talking about something perfectly ordinary. She pulled Jiang Qing, who was still slightly stunned, and walked towards her RV parked at the edge of the film set, under the astonished gazes of everyone!
"hiss……"

Bai Lu gasped, so excited she almost jumped up, and grabbed Sun Zhenni's arm tightly.

"They held hands! She just grabbed his hand! And pulled him away! They got into the RV! My God! How can this be considered just ordinary friends?!"

Sun Zhenni was also stunned.

"This...this...Dudu...is too strong?!"

Luo Yunxi watched the two figures walking side by side toward the RV with a thoughtful expression, gently shook her head, and smiled knowingly.

The expressions of the other two instantly turned extremely ugly.

When Deng Wei saw Chen Duling take the initiative to grab Jiang Qing's wrist, and saw the relaxed feeling on her face that only came from when she was facing Jiang Qing, he felt as if his heart had been hit hard by a heavy hammer, and he felt so painful that he could hardly breathe.

Wang Xichao's eyes were even more sinister as he stared intently at Jiang Qing's back, as if he wanted to burn two holes in his back.

But no matter how much resentment and jealousy they felt, under the invisible pressure of the other party's status and aura, they could only turn into silent resentment, lacking even the courage to take a step forward.

Under the watchful eyes of countless people, Chen Duling pulled Jiang Qing along and walked to her spacious white RV as if no one else was around.

She deftly opened the car door and gestured for Jiang Qing to get in first.

Jiang Qing's surprise had not completely faded, and with a hint of curiosity in her smile, she obediently bent down and crawled inside.

Chen Duling followed closely behind and slammed the car door shut with a "bang".

It blocked out all complex views from the outside.

The interior of the RV was spacious and comfortable, with the heating on full blast, filled with a faint, elegant woody scent that Chen Duling often used.

Chen Duling closed the car door behind her, the soft sound seemingly shutting out all prying eyes from the outside.

She turned around, leaning against the cold car door. The aloof, goddess-like mask she maintained in front of everyone melted away instantly, as if a heavy burden had been lifted, and she exhaled with a touch of coquettishness.

"worn out."

She muttered under her breath, with a hint of complaint, and raised her hand to untangle the complicated and heavy hair bun on her head.

Her hair ornaments, adorned with pearls and jade, jingled with her movements. A few strands of hair, damp with sweat, clung to her smooth forehead.

Jiang Qing stood in the relatively spacious aisle, looking at the charming appearance that she only showed in front of him. The surprise he felt when she took his hand on set earlier had now turned into a deep smile in his eyes.

He watched her awkwardly struggle with the hair clips and hairpins, then stepped forward and reached out his hand.

"Don't move, I'll help you."

His voice was gentle, with a natural familiarity.

Chen Duling paused, then looked up at him.

Jiang Qing's fingers deftly probed through her thick hair, carefully avoiding pulling, and began to remove the U-shaped clips and hairnets that were used to secure it.

His movements were very gentle, his fingertips occasionally brushing against Chen Duling's scalp, giving her a slightly itchy sensation.

The RV was quiet, with only the slight clinking sound of the hair accessory being removed and his calm breathing so close to me.

Chen Duling lowered her head slightly, cooperating with his movements. The decisiveness with which she had pulled him away earlier was gone, and a silent intimacy filled the carriage.

"What did you eat with Ono this morning?"

She suddenly spoke, her voice very soft, as if she were chatting casually.

"She ate a lot of Cantonese food, but I was worried she wouldn't feel well while filming in the afternoon, so I chose something light."

Jiang Qing answered as she untangled the last strand of her hair.

He successfully removed an exquisite lotus hairpin and placed it on the small table next to him.

"Oh."

Chen Duling responded with a blank stare, showing no emotion.

She raised her hand and rubbed her finally relieved scalp, letting out a comfortable hum.

As her hair was untied, her thick, black hair cascaded down like a waterfall, draping over her shoulders, instantly softening her overly aloof features and adding a touch of languid charm.

She raised her head, her clear gaze fixed on Jiang Qing, as if trying to see through the smile in his eyes and into the deeper recesses of his being.

She didn't ask any more questions about Zhou Ye, but took another half step closer, making the distance between them suddenly seem dangerous.

She raised her hand, not to hug him, but to extend her slender, white index finger, with a hint of nonchalance yet an undeniable strength, and gently tapped Jiang Qing's chest.

"Jiang Qing."

She called his name, her voice soft, yet like a feather brushing against his heart, the last syllable rising slightly, carrying a hint of barely perceptible coquettishness.

"Tell me honestly...aren't you feeling really panicked right now?"

Her eyes were clear and bright, with an all-knowing understanding and a hint of mischievous smile, as if to say: Don't try to fool me, I know everything.

Jiang Qing's heart skipped a beat at her affectionate gesture.

He looked down at her face, so close to his, at her clean, clear skin, her lips glistening slightly with moisture, and the sly glint in her eyes.

His Adam's apple bobbed unconsciously, but he didn't answer immediately.

The air inside the RV seemed to freeze at that moment, and the whirring sound of the heater became exceptionally clear.

Meanwhile, outside the RV.

The egret, like a gecko, practically pressed itself against the cold car body, its ears perked up, trying to catch the slightest sound inside.

Unfortunately, the RV has excellent sound insulation; apart from a faint sound of wind, you can't hear anything else.

"Oh my god! I'm so worried! What's going on in there?!"

She scratched her head and cheeks, so anxious that she spun around in circles.

"What have you been talking about for so long? You haven't made a sound!"

Sun Zhenni also peered out curiously, but was much more restrained than Bai Lu.

"LuLu, keep your voice down! Don't get caught!"

"So what if they found out! I'm just showing concern for my colleague's love life!"

The egret, with a self-righteous air, moved even closer, almost pressing its face against the surface.

Luo Yunxi stood a few steps away, watching Bai Lu's exaggerated behavior, and shook her head with a smile.

His gaze swept over the closed door of the RV, then over Deng Wei and Wang Xichao, whose faces still looked rather grim, before finally settling on the luxurious support food truck in the distance.

The food truck was surrounded by staff members who were happily receiving snacks and hot drinks, their laughter and chatter creating a stark contrast to the silent tension on the RV side.

Luo Yunxi sighed softly, stepped forward, and patted Bai Lu on the shoulder, who was still trying to "eavesdrop".

"Alright, stop peeking through the door. If you really want to know, just ask Dudu when she comes out."

"ask her?"

The egret suddenly turned its head, its eyes wide open.

"She'd never talk! Look at the way she pulled President Jiang just now, like she was asserting her dominance! Tsk tsk, something's up! Something's definitely up!"

Whether there's a situation or not, that's their business.

Luo Yunxi grabbed Bai Lu's arm and dragged her away from the RV.

"Come on, there's your favorite tiramisu over there in the food truck. It'll be all gone if we don't go now."

Ah! My tiramisu!

Bai Lu's attention was instantly diverted. She let out a mournful cry, took one last reluctant look at the tightly closed RV door, and was finally half-dragged and half-pulled away from the "crime scene" by Luo Yunxi.

Most of the voices and noise outside the RV were filtered out by the thick doors and walls, leaving only a muffled background sound.

Inside the car, the warm air continued to blow gently, and the subtle woody scent in the air seemed to carry a unique tension between the two of them.

Jiang Qing looked at Chen Duling's finger pointing at her chest. The slightly cool fingertip, through the thin cashmere sweater, seemed to carry a subtle electric current.

He slowly raised his hand, not to brush her fingers away, but to gently place it on the back of her hand.

The warmth of his palm carried a soothing quality, gently enveloping her hand.

"Panic?"

He lowered his head, meeting her clear gaze, a mischievous smile curving his lips.

"of course not."

"I don't... um..."

Chen Duling's unfinished words were cut off.

Feeling the warm touch on her lips, she suddenly opened her eyes wide and snapped back to reality as she looked at the face so close to hers.

Almost forgot!

The person in front of me is not the same Jiang Qing from before!
This bad guy!
(End of this chapter)