After Transmigrating, I Fell in Love with a Top-Tier Movie Queen - Chapter 73

“Here.”

Just that single word finally calmed her long-bothered heart, which had been vexed by Zheng Lanwen, leaving only a feeling of immense joy. Lin Xin happily ran toward Ye Linghua, but Zheng Lanwen, who was beside her, grabbed her arm.

Ye Linghua’s gaze shifted to Zheng Lanwen, who met her look without fear. Their eyes clashed in the air, creating a flash of tension.

Lin Xin frowned, pulled her hand back, and warned very unhappily, “Zheng Lanwen!”

Zheng Lanwen also realized her emotions were too intense and apologized, “I didn’t mean to.”

Lin Xin ignored her, just gave her a glance, then turned and ran toward Ye Linghua under Zheng Lanwen’s gaze. It was just like the past, when Lin Xin, under Zheng Lanwen’s own gaze, left in the rain with an umbrella.

Since then, everything had changed.

Zheng Lanwen clearly knew everything would change, but…

Watching her turn and run, watching her figure grow smaller, watching her use the same eyes that were once infatuated with herself to look at someone else.

It was so unbearable.

Zheng Lanwen’s gaze followed Lin Xin’s movements. Lin Xin ran all the way to the opposite side of the baggage carousel, then stood in front of Ye Linghua.

With her hair slightly messy from running, Lin Xin looked a little innocent. She took a slight breath, then gave Ye Linghua a smile as refreshing as a spring breeze. “You’re here?”

Ye Linghua looked at her, smiled tenderly, and reached out to gently ruffle her hair. “My flight was earlier than yours; I just arrived too.”

Lin Xin acknowledged this with a hum, then looked at the suitcase by Ye Linghua’s hand and said, “Thank you for helping me with it.”

Ye Linghua shook her head. “It’s nothing.”

Meng Keling, standing opposite, slowly walked over, smiled at Ye Linghua, and said, “Long time no see.”

Ye Linghua replied, “Long time no see.”

After the three met, Meng Keling had already retrieved her own luggage. Ye Linghua asked Lin Xin, “Do you have any more luggage?”

Lin Xin nodded. “There’s one more case. I brought you some Youcheng local specialties.”

Ye Linghua was amused. “Did you specifically bring them for me?”

Lin Xin craned her neck to look toward the baggage claim exit and replied, “Mhm, you’ve been away from Youcheng for almost half a year. I was wondering if you might be missing Youcheng…”

Lin Xin had just said it casually and wasn’t expecting any particular response from Ye Linghua.

Yet, she heard Ye Linghua reply, “Compared to Youcheng, I miss the person who’s there more.”

Lin Xin’s face flushed red, and she looked toward Ye Linghua.

Today, Ye Linghua was bolder than usual. Under Lin Xin’s gaze, she not only didn’t back down but even asked Lin Xin, “Do you know who I’m talking about?”

Lin Xin’s face grew redder, but she was too shy to say the answer.

Some things are best left unsaid.

But Ye Linghua’s intention was clearly not to stop there. After speaking, she looked up toward Zheng Lanwen across from them, a hint of provocation in her eyes.

Zheng Lanwen had been staring intently at them since Lin Xin left. Seeing Ye Linghua look at her with such an unfriendly gaze, the hands by her sides involuntarily clenched into fists. She gritted her teeth. Luo Tian, beside her, couldn’t help but exclaim, “She is Ye Linghua!”

Lin Xin’s assistant was already quite famous in the industry.

She was the person who, by following her boss, had successfully created a couple-pairing (CP) hype. With the continuous growth of the CP fans, many companies saw the potential profit.

Some had even started trying to replicate this model to create similar CP hype.

But sometimes, it must be said, that’s just fate.

Lin Xin’s CP with everyone else, even one guaranteed by marriage, couldn’t take off with Zheng Lanwen.

Yet, unintentionally, with just a music video, she successfully created the Morning Star CP. From then on, it became unstoppable. Any interaction with this personal assistant would boost the Morning Star pairing.

The idiom, ‘unintentional planting brings a shade to the garden,’ perfectly described this situation.

Those who deliberately tried to imitate them, on the other hand, were ridiculed.

Because Luo Tian was Zheng Lanwen’s agent, he would instinctively pay attention to Lin Xin’s affairs. Moreover, since the “News CP” never took off but the “Morning Star” one did, Luo Tian had definitely paid close attention to it.

Precisely because of his attention, he admired this person whose name hadn’t even been revealed to the public, yet who managed to create such a massive CP with Lin Xin.

Slowly, the fact that Lin Xin’s personal assistant was named Ye Linghua gradually spread within the entertainment circle.

Luo Tian had not only heard of her but had also always wanted to meet her.

Now that he had met her in person, he had to admit that her temperament was truly outstanding.

It was a pity that this person was not actually in the entertainment industry.

“What a shame.”

Zheng Lanwen could tell the admiration in Luo Tian’s tone and couldn’t help but say, “Some people are gilded on the outside but rotten on the inside; you just look at the appearance and like her already?”

Luo Tian was not a minor agent, so he wasn’t frightened by Zheng Lanwen’s words. His gaze fell on Ye Linghua, and he smiled slightly boldly, saying, “I have some insight. This kind of temperament is built up by money. This person looks quite extraordinary!”

Money?

Zheng Lanwen already disliked hearing about money, and combined with the Lin Xin situation, her gaze toward Ye Linghua became even angrier.

One look was slight and bold, the other was angry. Ye Linghua easily sensed this unfriendly exchange of glances.

She turned her head to look at Zheng Lanwen and Luo Tian, her indifferent expression carrying a look of contempt from above.

This made Zheng Lanwen even angrier, and she wanted to walk over, but Luo Tian immediately grabbed her. He said helplessly, “Don’t forget, as soon as we leave this airport, the production crew will start recording. This time, the crew is working with Douyin for unscheduled live broadcasts.”

Zheng Lanwen paused, looked around, and saw that many people were secretly glancing their way. Furthermore, the advantage of first-class passengers collecting luggage first wasn’t very long, and economy class passengers were already beginning to arrive.

Zheng Lanwen could only angrily go to retrieve her luggage. Only then did Ye Linghua withdraw her gaze and look at Meng Keling. “This is my first time recording a show; there’s a lot I don’t know. So, regarding the show’s matters, I’ll have to trouble Sister Meng to take care of things.”

If it were in the past, Meng Keling might have taken her seriously.

But now, Meng Keling knew that Ye Linghua didn’t need her to worry. Even if her understanding of the entertainment industry was zero, it didn’t mean she was a nobody in the circle.

After Meng Keling returned from Beicheng, the first thing she did was inquire about Zhang Kunshen, and following that, she found out about Shi Tongqi. She learned that there was indeed a Mr. Shi, a big boss who liked to invest everywhere in the entertainment circle.

Looking at it now, this Shi must be Shi Tongqi.

Looking back at the investments in Lin Xin’s company, many of them had Shi Tongqi’s shadow.

Therefore, even though Shi Tongqi didn’t appear in the entertainment circle and didn’t like to get involved in its affairs, he absolutely had a say in the industry.

Actually, even relying on Zhang Kunshen alone would be enough for Ye Linghua to gain some respect on this show.

Therefore, instead of viewing Ye Linghua’s words as a request for help, Meng Keling felt she was being shown some respect.

Meng Keling’s reply was sincere. “It’s no trouble at all.”

So sincere that… Ye Linghua believed her.

“Are we starting the live broadcast now?” the cameraman waiting at the pick-up area asked uncertainly.

The director, Yan Li, confirmed with a nod, “Yes. The live broadcast shouldn’t be too long, and this part will be edited into the later footage. However, filming the arrival of the main guests is a major highlight, especially since this time we have…”

As he spoke, the director’s gaze turned to the pick-up area, a profound smile on his face. “Three people with quite an interesting relationship.”

As soon as he finished speaking, Lin Xin, Ye Linghua, and Meng Keling appeared. Ye Linghua was pushing a luggage cart with three suitcases on it. Meng Keling was pushing one of her own, and Lin Xin, with empty hands, was walking beside Ye Linghua, laughing and chatting.

Yan Li nodded to the cameraman.

Soon, the official Douyin account for The Leisurely Courtyard suddenly went live.

This new live broadcast model was introduced due to the widespread use of Douyin across all age groups.

In the previous seasons, the recording transitioned from the first season’s fully edited format to the last season’s full live broadcast. Although the full live broadcast generated a lot of buzz, the viewership ratings didn’t increase.

Moreover, the full live broadcast had a drawback: once something unexpected happened, it was often difficult to control.

Considering all factors, someone suggested a benefit: unscheduled live broadcasts on the Douyin account alongside the edited broadcast.

After discussion, this was agreed upon. One of the first live broadcast moments was the airport pick-up!

The official Douyin account for The Leisurely Courtyard had accumulated 12.98 million followers over several seasons.

After the official announcement of the guests, many new fans joined, and the individual fans and CP fans of the various celebrities also followed to support their favorites.

Therefore, as soon as the live stream opened, the comment section immediately became lively.

I′m the first!It′s the middle of thed ay;they′relive−streaming?

I saw the official announcement.This kind of live−stream benefit won′t happen everyday or everyhour,so cherish it.

Aaaaah,are they live−streaming Feather?

I didn′t see little GongChen.Wuwuwu.

Then the camera quickly focused on Lin Xin’s direction, and the fans quickly noticed.

Is that LinXin?

It really is her!

Of course, where there was Lin Xin, the person next to her was also noticed.

Aaaah,it′s ∗∗Little Morning Star!∗∗Little MorningStar!!!She′s finally appearing! My life iscomplete.

Huh? It really is her!

Is she back to work?

Wuwuwu,it must be because XinBao missed her,so she was hired back at a high salary.

Aaaah,honestly,Ididn′t think I′d see her and XinBao together again! What should I do? I′m so excited!!!

I′m so happy! I wonder if the camera can capture Little Morning Star during the live stream.I′d be satisfied just to see her occasionally.

Wuwuwu,just live−stream XinBao and her inter acting! The way they are chatting like that on camera is already too much for me.

Sister upstairs,this is just the beginning! You have to hold on.

I haven′t seen Little Morning Star in a long time; she still has such great temperament!I loveher!

Seriously,that elegant,noble feeling,the warm and polite way she looks at people—it′s so captivating.

As the comments flooded the screen, Ye Linghua on camera noticed the production crew people there to meet them and looked over in surprise.

Lin Xin also noticed the camera, turned, and said to Ye Linghua, “They’re here to pick us up.”

Us? You two really came together?

Hahahaha,XinBao is too cute.

XinBao is completely unrelated to her former cold,a loof persona now.

Well,she was abandoned when she was a loof,so isn′t she just learning her lesson?

Immediately, this comment drew the fans’ displeasure, and they thoroughly scolded the user. Fortunately, there were people constantly monitoring the comment section, and the comment was quickly deleted when it was flagged as inappropriate.

Speaking of which, Little Morning Star chose to come back at this time…Could it be that…

I think so too!Is it because∗∗Scumbag Zheng∗∗is here?

Wuwuwu,so touching!She must be here to protect XinBao.

Watching the fans’ comments, Yan Li smiled, then quickly stepped forward to greet Lin Xin and Ye Linghua. “Welcome, welcome! Welcome to Huajin City. I’m the director of The Leisurely Courtyard; my name is Yan Li.”

Hahaha,YanLi orishereally∗∗YanLi∗∗−strict)?

Since it was a live broadcast, there were no subtitles. Fans watched while posting comments. Hearing the director’s name, they all commented with friendly laughter.

The comment section immediately turned into a stream of ‘hahahahaha’ messages.

Lin Xin extended her hand and greeted Yan Li. “Hello, I’m Lin Xin. This is my agent, Meng Keling.”

Meng Keling also shook hands with the director. Guessing the live stream was on, Meng Keling kept her words brief.

After shaking her hand, Yan Li immediately extended his hand to Ye Linghua.

Ye Linghua shook his hand and said with a smile, “Hello, my name is Ye Linghua. Please take care of me.”

Yan Li held her hand, his face constantly smiling. “Hello, hello. Miss Ye, you look like a dragon among men!”

Lin Xin’s face lit up at Yan Li’s praise, as if he had praised herself.

Ye Linghua offered a polite smile and replied, “You flatter me.”

Yan Li patted her shoulder. “Happy future collaboration!”

At this moment, the comment section suddenly reacted…

I felt something was strange just now; was it not an illusion?

XinBao introduced herself and her agent,but not the assistant?

Does the assistant not count?

Morning Star CP is crashing!

The one upstairs,getout!!!

LinXin introduced her agent but not the assistant,so she must look down on the assistant!

Areyouseriouslystupid?−−​∣∣Didn′tyouseethedirectorpersonallygreetLittleMorningStar?Doyoustillnotgetthehint?

???Noway?

Aaaah,please,please,let it be what I′m thinking! I′m willing to lose three years of my life!!!

I′m so excited! Hurry,hurry,hurry!Announce it quickly!

What do you mean?

Dummy,can′t you see it? Little Morning Star didn′t come as an assistant.

The director said′happy collaboration,′so it′snine−out−of−ten confirmed!

Could she becomingto∗∗record theshow∗∗?

Only this would warrant a “happy collaboration” with the director!

However, Zheng Lanwen had just been announced today, and usually, they paused for at least one or two days between announcing guests.

Would they announce it today?

So, quickly, The Leisurely Courtyard‘s Weibo account posted a new announcement.

The Leisurely Courtyard V: Welcome to The Leisurely Courtyard‘s special guest—@YeLinghua!!!

Who is this?

Aaaah,I specifically jumped over to Weibo to check!It′s real,it′s real!

What,what?

YeLinghua,YeLinghua!So Little Morning Star is named YeLinghua!

Wuwuwu,the first time Iknow Little Morning Star′s name! The Little Morning Star who didn′t even have a name in the thank−you credits for∗Sunset∗!

Seriously,so her surname is Ye,and her given name is Linghua.∗∗YeLinghua∗∗—it sounds so niceT_T

What′s going on? I don′t get it?

Douyin live stream, Morning Star CP reunited.This Ye Linghua is,of course,Little Morning Star!

Oh,LinXin′s former personal assistant.

The key is,she′s the one who created the CP hype with LinXin?

The CP hype was really just to get on the show after all!

You judge others by your own standards;please be careful what you say upstairs.

The internet is full of all sorts of people, and people naturally speak their minds when separated by the screen. But soon, the director refuted that fan’s claim.

Everyone quickly jumped back to the Douyin live stream, where Yan Li was still saying to Ye Linghua, “You are truly difficult to invite! I looked everywhere for information about you back then, but there was no news. After you resigned from Lin Xin, it was like you vanished. In the end, I had no choice but to find you through Manager Meng.”

Ye Linghua smiled. “I’m not a local of Youcheng, so that’s why you couldn’t find me.”

Yan Li replied, “Wasn’t it that you just didn’t want to appear in public? Before, I kept urging Manager Meng to arrange a meeting with you, but she never gave a clear answer. Then she later said it was possible; was that because you agreed?”

Ye Linghua listened and smiled widely.

Yan Li then knew it was highly likely to be true.

Meng Keling couldn’t help but complain to her, “I nearly had to kneel for you.”

Ye Linghua looked back at her with a smile. “Sister Meng, you’re exaggerating!”

Lin Xin chimed in, “Not an exaggeration at all.”

Ye Linghua paused, speechless: “…”

Hahahahaha,I didn′t expect the wife to personally refute her.

Little Morning Star′s expression is truly indescribable!

When the two of them are together,it′s soloving!

Yan Li was obviously amused by Lin Xin and Ye Linghua as well and asked, “Did you two come together?”

Lin Xin shook her head. “She came from her home area, and I came from Youcheng.”

Yan Li nodded in understanding. Just as they were talking, Zheng Lanwen walked out from inside.

Yan Li saw her and was about to take the cameraman over. Unexpectedly, Zheng Lanwen also saw them. Since they were all on the same show, Zheng Lanwen had a perfect reason to approach.

Luo Tian didn’t stop her, and Zheng Lanwen, pushing her luggage, walked over from a nearby spot with Luo Tian.

She first glanced at Lin Xin, then smiled and greeted Yan Li. “Hello, Director Yan.”

Yan Li smiled and replied to her, “Lanwen! You must be tired from the flight.”

Oh,whata∗∗cremation site∗∗!

Thestoryofme,myex−wife,and my current girlfriend!

Zheng Lanwen shook her head. “Not at all. This is my agent, Luo Tian.”

So, the two sides exchanged greetings again.

Zheng Lanwen then turned to look at Lin Xin, thinking of greeting her in front of the camera to contribute some content.

Unexpectedly, before she looked over, Lin Xin had already stepped back behind Ye Linghua. While they were chatting, she leaned against Ye Linghua’s shoulder, whispered close to her ear, “Let’s leave first! Otherwise, we’ll end up having to share a car with Zheng Lanwen.”

Ye Linghua only felt a tickling sensation from Lin Xin’s breath on her ear. She wanted to reach up and rub her ear but felt that being filmed while doing so wouldn’t look good. She turned her head to ask Lin Xin if she had called a car.

However, Lin Xin didn’t move away while leaning there. As Ye Linghua turned, their noses touched, and their eyes met. Their breathing mingled together at such close proximity.

They could smell each other’s scent, and even though their lips hadn’t touched, they could feel the warmth of the other person.

Both their hearts thumped loudly, and they froze.

Zheng Lanwen happened to turn around and look at this exact moment and also froze where she stood.

I just want to say,welldone!

Aaaah,aaaaah!Someone-please∗∗push their heads together∗∗!

Hahahaha,thatmustinfuriateScumbagZheng.

Wuwuwu,I didn’t expect the start of the lives tream to be so explosive.

I think Little Morning Star did that on purpose