After a Contractual Romance with the Scumbag Movie Queen - Chapter 10

Qi Puzhi was fully disguised, dressed inconspicuously with a baseball cap, a mask, and frameless gold-rimmed glasses, sitting in the fifth row.

Originally, she had planned to wear plain black-framed glasses for better concealment, but after scrutinizing herself in the mirror left and right, she simply couldn’t bear it. In the end, she still opted for a stylish pair.

Better than nothing.

The person sitting next to her was likely a new fan of Jiang Tian, sporting a glowing headband with Jiang Tian’s name and holding a fan banner.

Noticing Qi Puzhi’s mysterious demeanor, the fan didn’t mind and only struck up a conversation during the waiting period: “Hey, whose fan are you?”

Qi Puzhi instinctively wanted to say she was just a casual viewer, but after a pause, she murmured, “Jiang Tian’s.”

The fan was overjoyed upon hearing this and eagerly tried to chat with her.

But seeing that this fellow fan refused to turn her head and make eye contact, speaking in an almost inaudible voice, the fan assumed she was socially anxious and tactfully stopped pressing further. Instead, she pulled out a fluorescent support bracelet from her bag and handed it over. “Here, for you.”

“Thank you.” Qi Puzhi accepted it and, after a moment’s hesitation, decided not to disappoint the fan beside her and put it on.

When the performance officially began, cameras positioned throughout the venue captured the entire audience, occasionally zooming in for close-ups of certain fans.

The top idol, serving as the host for the night, stepped onstage to instant screams from the crowd, instantly heating up the atmosphere.

After delivering the opening remarks, the mentors onstage began speaking.

The first performance round was structured as a mentor-led team battle, with each mentor presenting one team per round, followed by a live audience vote.

Perhaps to hype up the crowd, the first performance featured the popular contestant Xu Qinye as team leader.

Her performance song wasn’t her usual sultry style but a cute and energetic one, leaving fans squealing in delight by the end.

After the performance, her mentor smirked triumphantly. “Victory is already in our hands.”

Ahe scoffed. “Oh, so you’re the only one with a style twist?”

“Our team Jiang Tian’s group is up next!”

“Ahhhhhhh!”

The audience erupted in screams, especially the fan beside Qi Puzhi, who shrieked so loudly that Qi Puzhi worried whether her vocal cords would survive the night.

Normally, Qi Puzhi couldn’t stand the noise, but right now, she was too distracted to care. Her own anticipation drew her gaze to the stage.

When Jiang Tian led her team out, the screams grew even louder.

The usually aloof, cool, and elegant figure now stood in a long red dress, resembling nothing less than a lush, dangerous rose.

Qi Puzhi stared in stunned silence as Jiang Tian’s gaze swept across the audience before landing precisely on her.

Seeing the faint smile curl at Jiang Tian’s lips, Qi Puzhi knew, she had been recognized.

Without hesitation, Qi Puzhi boldly raised an eyebrow, her eyes flashing a subtle, teasing glance at the woman onstage.

Jiang Tian’s smile sent the fan beside Qi Puzhi into another screaming fit.

“Oh my god, she rarely ever smiles, but when she does it’s absolutely lethal.”

Jiang Tian’s gaze lingered on the woman in the audience. Despite being fully disguised, her radiance was impossible to conceal.

The gold-rimmed glasses exuded both allure and restraint, her bright eyes shimmering like water.

The deliberate, teasing glint in her gaze was something no one could resist.

Jiang Tian’s throat suddenly felt dry. She averted her eyes and steadied herself.

After a brief exchange, the top idol exited, leaving the stage to the performing team.

Their song was Red Rose, rearranged in a classical dance style.

At the beginning, Jiang Tian turned gracefully in the center of the stage, her wine-red long dress swirling like a blooming rose.

Her elegant and slender figure was perfectly complemented by the red gown.

Yet, she wasn’t the type to exude overt sensuality or allure instead, she radiated a different kind of charm.

This rose belonged to the early morning, its fresh petals still glistening with dewdrops, swaying gently in the breeze without wilting.

Its fragrance wasn’t overpowering but crisp and enchanting.

At a glance, she was beautiful without being ostentatious, captivating yet transcendent.

Everyone longed to pluck her, only to recoil at the sting of her thorns, left yearning and gazing helplessly.

Whether she stood at the center or moved to the side during formations, the audience’s eyes remained fixed on her.

At the very least, Qi Puzhi’s gaze never left her.

Jiang Tian was fully immersed in her performance, never glancing at the audience, wholly devoted to the stage and the cameras.

But when it ended, holding her final pose amidst the screams, she lowered her eyes and met the woman’s gaze.

In that entangled moment, Qi Puzhi felt as though she were touching a rose, one that had once been dangerous with thorns but had now willingly shed them all, waiting to be picked.

These thoughts inexplicably arose from Jiang Tian’s gaze, making Qi Puzhi’s heart skip a beat. Hidden behind her mask, no one saw her lightly bite her lower lip.

After the performance, each team would enter a separate waiting room to await fan votes.

Each fan could vote for their three favorite contestants, and by the end, the teams would tally their total votes to determine the night’s most popular performer.

“Have you finished voting?”

A Jiang Tian fan nearby casually asked.

“Mm,” Qi Puzhi murmured, tucking the voting device away.

In truth, she had abstained. Attending the live show was already an abuse of privilege, voting would have tipped the scales unfairly.

“Captain Jiang, you were amazing!”

As they left the studio, a teammate chattered excitedly, “You even got over a dozen more votes than Xu Qinye.”

“Our team’s first place is all thanks to Jiang Tian carrying us,” another teammate sighed.

“Your votes mattered too,” Jiang Tian replied.

Her tone was gentle but carried an almost excessive calmness.

She showed no joy at being the night’s most popular, nor any shyness at her teammates’ praise.

Watching the tall, poised young woman walk beside them, the teammates couldn’t help but think, Jiang Tian really had an air of distance.

Not the deliberate kind of arrogance, but an innate aloofness, paired with a natural nobility that didn’t feel off-putting just… well, a little Bking, a little cool.

Jiang Tian seemed engaged in conversation, but her mind was elsewhere.

Qi Puzhi had come to watch the show, had she left afterward, or was she still here for other reasons?

But it was already past nine; she probably wouldn’t still be lingering around.

Next, they were headed to another building for a celebration. Along the way, fans followed closely, snapping photos and calling out warm greetings.

“Jiang Tian, look over here!” a fan wielding a high-end camera shouted.

Jiang Tian instinctively turned and in that instant, the shot was perfection.

The young woman, still clad in her red dress, stood under the night sky, her features exquisitely cold. The lift of her gaze was detached, carrying an air of effortless dominance.

The fan photographer was so stunned by the shot that she didn’t even edit it, posting it immediately. Likes, retweets, and comments skyrocketed in seconds.

[Damn, she just wrecked me and that slight hint of world-weariness? Iconic.]

【How is this sister dressed in such a vibrant red dress, yet looks like she could make me lose control with just an expressionless glance…】

【Upstairs, put some pants on. Is there no one left in this online world you care about?】

【Jiang Tian, mom’s cool girl!】

At the same time, a trending topic climbed the entertainment charts.

【Qi Puzhi spotted at the “Stellar Path” live performance, suspected to be a fan of Jiang Tian】

The “Stellar Path” live performance strictly prohibited phones and cameras, so it was unclear how the blogger bypassed security and managed to capture Qi Puzhi’s profile.

Though the woman was dressed modestly, her innate aura was unmistakable, and longtime fans recognized her instantly.

Noticing that Qi Puzhi was even wearing a glow bracelet in support of Jiang Tian on her left wrist, one netizen sharply commented:

【The good news is, Qi Puzhi likes Jiang Tian. The bad news is, Qi Puzhi likes Jiang Tian.】

This seemingly ambiguous statement perfectly encapsulated the complex implications, Jiang Tian’s career might flourish under Qi Puzhi’s favor, but she could also be marked as prey by the notorious heartbreaker before even debuting.

Some fans argued: 【Anyone who knows Qi Puzhi understands she was probably just checking out the hype at her own company’s talent show. The glow bracelet was likely handed to her by a nearby fan, and she wore it for the vibe.】

Qi Puzhi had indeed been like this in the past carefree, playful, and unbothered by minor details.

Meanwhile, some sharp-eyed fans had already quietly started a shipping fanpage.

By the time the celebration banquet for the live performance began, Jiang Tian, as the night’s most popular contestant, was showered with praise the moment she entered.

She nodded politely, maintaining her usual composed and aloof demeanor.

Xu Qinye’s gaze lingered on her, thoughtful but silent.

As the event kicked off, the top idol announced, “Everyone has worked hard preparing for this performance. The feast on the table is your reward.”

Puxing Entertainment was wealthy and had invested heavily in “Stellar Path,” so the spread was lavish with high-end delicacies. The girls immediately dug in with gusto.

But Jiang Tian had little appetite and only picked at a piece of cake after a while.

Since the banquet required minimal footage, the camera crew wrapped up quickly.

As Jiang Tian leisurely wiped her lips with a napkin, someone from the production team tapped her shoulder she was needed for something.

During the recording of a talent show, ad shoots were common, either assigned to top-ranked contestants or unlocked through fan engagement. It was nothing unusual.

Yet, when the staff led her to a conference room, she suddenly had a premonition.

Sure enough, when she pushed the door open, the woman stood by the window and glanced up at her.

Seeing Jiang Tian lock the door behind her, Qi Puzhi couldn’t help but chuckle. “You’re quite cautious.”

Jiang Tian strode over and stopped in front of her. After a pause, she asked bluntly, “Did you come today because of me?”

Her question was startlingly direct.

But Qi Puzhi, ever the seasoned player, sidestepped smoothly, giving her a flirtatious look. “If you want there to be a reason, then there is.”

It was the classic move of a heartbreaker, leaving just enough ambiguity to stir the imagination.

Qi Puzhi was curious how Jiang Tian would respond, but the girl defied expectations, shifting the topic after a moment. With sincere admiration, she said,

“You look really good in glasses too, sister.”

Qi Puzhi pressed her lips together. “I originally wanted to wear black frames for a retro disguise, but.”

She didn’t finish her sentence, but Jiang Tian understood immediately and couldn’t help but laugh.

It was indeed Qi Puzhi.

After not seeing each other for over half a month, Qi Puzhi took a moment to study her young girlfriend.

From afar in the audience earlier, she had already thought Jiang Tian looked utterly charming in this dress. Now up close, she found her even more bewitching and alluring, the deep red accentuated by her fair, delicate skin to an almost intoxicating degree.

Earlier, while browsing Jiang Tian’s fan hashtags, Qi Puzhi had come across a fan-taken photo. The aloof, distant aura in that image was starkly at odds with the obedient, pliant Jiang Tian now standing before her, ripe for the taking.

Lost in this contradiction, Qi Puzhi snapped back to reality after a moment and spoke with deliberate implication: “Jiang Tian, you seem, very different outside compared to when you’re with me.”

Whether in shows or fan videos, she always appeared as what fans called a “Bking” or someone radiating dominant energy.

Jiang Tian met her gaze openly. “Jiejie, I believe I’ve mentioned before, I’m only obedient for you.”

Qi Puzhi fell silent for a beat before leaning in close, studying her intently. “Could it be that you’re just pretending to be obedient, while secretly plotting a rebellion?”

Jiang Tian seemed slightly surprised, even a little innocent. “Jiejie, how could I possibly rebel?”

Qi Puzhi didn’t answer.

How could she rebel? It was simple by turning their agreement on its head.

By possessing her, claiming her, seeing her whenever she wished, tasting her whenever she desire

Jiang Tian: Thanks, jiejie, for the inspiration.