I Stole the Male Lead's White Moonlight [Transmigration] - Chapter 56

Zhu Xinya asked, “Xiaoxiao, have you finished breakfast so early?”

Ling Xiaoxiao replied, “I haven’t eaten yet.”

“Then have breakfast at my place. My sister’s cooking is absolutely delicious, you’re in for a treat today.”

Ling Xiaoxiao didn’t dare let Que Hanfu cook for her. “Really, there’s no need. I’ll grab something to eat on my way to the company later.”

Que Hanfu said, “I’m making three portions. Whether you eat or not is up to you,” before turning and heading to the kitchen.

After Que Hanfu left, Ling Xiaoxiao quickly sat down next to Zhu Xinya and whispered, “Yaya, isn’t this your home? Why did Professor Que just say it’s hers?”

Zhu Xinya put down her script and smiled. “Take a guess.”

“I guess!” Ling Xiaoxiao suddenly realized, “You two are roommates! Or did you buy this house together?”

Zhu Xinya blinked. “Xiaoxiao, you’re so imaginative. It’s because we’re family isn’t it normal for us to live together?”

As her agent, after spending some time together, Zhu Xinya felt Ling Xiaoxiao was trustworthy. Now, by telling her about her marriage to Que Hanfu, if the news ever got out in the future, Ling Xiaoxiao could prepare in advance and avoid being caught off guard.

Ling Xiaoxiao clearly didn’t pick up on the hint in Zhu Xinya’s eyes. She exclaimed in surprise, “Ah, so you call Professor Que ‘sister’ because you’re relatives? No wonder you’re so close and live together.”

Zhu Xinya: “Xiaoxiao, we’re not relatives.”

Under Ling Xiaoxiao’s puzzled gaze, Zhu Xinya said somewhat shyly, “Professor Que and I are married.”

Ling Xiaoxiao froze. “What? What do you mean?”

“We’re married, we have the marriage certificate. We’ve started a family now,” Zhu Xinya explained.

Earlier that morning, Ling Xiaoxiao had joked in a group chat that she might have stumbled upon a real-life couple, but she never imagined it was actually true!

Colorful fireworks seemed to burst before her eyes. Ling Xiaoxiao grinned from ear to ear, unable to contain her joy. “The Yafu CP really made it! Ahhhhhhh!!!”

Zhu Xinya laughed. “Are you that excited?”

“Of course I am! I’m your and Professor Que’s die-hard CP fan! You have no idea how happy I am to see my dream come true, wuwuwu.” Ling Xiaoxiao’s eyes welled up with tears.

Zhu Xinya patted her shoulder. “Don’t cry, don’t cry. Who says I don’t understand? I created all three of the Weibo CP fan groups, I was the first fan to experience the joy of shipping a real couple!”

“Holy crap!!!” Ling Xiaoxiao was stunned. “You can do that???”

“Breakfast is ready. Come and eat,” Que Hanfu called out as she approached.

Ling Xiaoxiao quickly composed herself, returning to her professional agent demeanor. She stood up politely and said, “Thank you, Professor Que.”

Que Hanfu nodded slightly. “You’re welcome.”

Que Hanfu extended a hand toward Zhu Xinya. “Yaya, come here.”

Zhu Xinya stood up and hurried over to take her hand, giving it a gentle shake. “Sister, I just told Xiaoxiao about us getting married.”

Zhu Xinya’s voice was sweet and tender when she spoke to Que Hanfu, sending shivers down anyone’s spine. Ling Xiaoxiao thought to herself, This is not the super dedicated, resilient young lady I know!

Que Hanfu’s cool voice carried a hint of warmth. “Mm.”

Looking up at Ling Xiaoxiao, she said, “Yaya will be in your care from now on. Would it be convenient to exchange WeChat contacts? If anything comes up with Yaya, please let me know promptly.”

“Of course, of course!” Ling Xiaoxiao practically idolized Que Hanfu. How could she refuse when her idol asked for her WeChat?

Zhu Xinya watched as Ling Xiaoxiao’s professional demeanor instantly crumbled, replaced by an almost fawning eagerness as she pulled out her phone and approached Que Hanfu. “Professor Que, should I scan your QR code, or would you like to scan mine?”

Que Hanfu replied calmly, “My phone is in the bedroom, so it’s inconvenient to scan codes. Just have Yaya share your WeChat contact with me.”

Ling Xiaoxiao put her phone away, her face flushed with excitement. “Yes, yes!”

Zhu Xinya thought to herself, “My agent has completely forgotten to maintain her image.”

After breakfast, Que Hanfu prepared to leave for work. Ling Xiaoxiao sat on the sofa, waiting for Zhu Xinya to see Que Hanfu off.

However, Zhu Xinya and Que Hanfu lingered at the door for ten minutes, making Ling Xiaoxiao almost want to rush over and see what they were doing.

When Zhu Xinya returned, she was met with Ling Xiaoxiao’s intensely curious gaze.

“Miss, can I ask you a question?” Ling Xiaoxiao couldn’t hold back.

“Go ahead,” Zhu Xinya said, sitting on the sofa and placing the script on her lap.

“What were you and Professor Que doing just now?” Ling Xiaoxiao’s eyes sparkled with curiosity.

Zhu Xinya replied, “You’ll understand when you’re in a relationship.”

Ling Xiaoxiao chuckled knowingly. “Even if you don’t say it, I can guess. It must have been a long, passionate kiss, right?”

Zhu Xinya gave a shy smile, neither confirming nor denying it.

Even so, Ling Xiaoxiao was thoroughly satisfied.

Zhu Xinya began reading the script, titled Love Obsession, a romantic thriller.

The story began with the female lead’s boyfriend’s body washing ashore. The police came to inform her of his death, and she broke down in tears.

Through questioning, the police learned that the female lead and her boyfriend had eloped to the area less than a month ago.

Their relationship was not approved by her family, who had locked her up at home to prevent her from seeing him. As a result, she developed depression and had attempted suicide multiple times.

It was her boyfriend who managed to help her escape to this place. Just as her condition began to stabilize, he met with a tragic accident.

“So, what do you think? Is the script good?” Ling Xiaoxiao asked.

Zhu Xinya replied, “It’s quite intriguing. Who’s the director? When do they plan to start filming?”

Ling Xiaoxiao knew that Zhu Xinya’s interest meant she was considering the role, so she shared her encounter with Yun Ling. “I looked up Yun Ling’s previous works online. She only has two short films, but both are full of depth and charm.”

Zhu Xinya stood up. “Let me get my laptop.”

Together, they watched the two short films Yun Ling had written and directed. Zhu Xinya exclaimed in admiration, “My path to winning Best Actress depends on Director Yun Ling!”

Ling Xiaoxiao hesitated. “But Director Yun said the entire production only has a budget of five million. Yaya, your usual fee is at least eight million.”

Zhu Xinya waved her hand dismissively. “The pay doesn’t matter. What’s important is being able to make a great film!”

Ling Xiaoxiao gave her a thumbs-up. “As expected of our Miss!”

“But having too low a salary isn’t ideal either. I’ll ask Director Yun later if it’s possible for you to forgo the salary and instead count it as an investment in the film. I have a feeling this movie will be a huge hit once it’s made.”

Zhu Xinya nodded. “That works. When we make money, I’ll personally buy you a BMW, and there’ll be a separate bonus on top of that.”

Ling Xiaoxiao nearly dropped to her knees in gratitude. “Miss, I swear, from this moment on, my idols have shifted from Professor Que to both you and Professor Que. What incredible luck brought me to you?”

Zhu Xinya: “Xiaoxiao, you’re more of an actor than I am.” That’s way too exaggerated.

“Miss, you don’t understand the struggles of us common folks. Every word I just said came straight from the heart!”

Ling Xiaoxiao was about to head to the company to discuss Zhu Xinya’s contract with Yun Ling, while Zhu Xinya stayed home to read the script.

It took Zhu Xinya an entire day to finish reading the script for “Love Obsession.”

When Que Hanfu returned from work and stepped into the living room, she found Zhu Xinya hunched over the script, her back curved like a crescent moon.

Que Hanfu walked over and asked, “How long have you been sitting like this? Your neck will hurt.” She placed her hand on Zhu Xinya’s nape and gently massaged it.

“Ah!” Zhu Xinya shuddered slightly and lifted her head. Her bright eyes were brimming with tears, and as she blinked, the tears streamed down her cheeks to her chin, dripping onto her clothes.

Que Hanfu’s expression tightened. “Yaya, who upset you?”

Zhu Xinya blinked rapidly, trying to clear her eyes of tears. Her voice trembled as she replied, “No one upset me. I just couldn’t help crying after finishing the script.”

“Did Ling Xiaoxiao bring you this script?” Que Hanfu pulled a tissue from the coffee table, sat beside Zhu Xinya, and gently wiped the tear stains from her face. “Let me see it.”

Zhu Xinya handed her the script and wrapped her arms around Que Hanfu’s arm. “Sister, I really want to act in this movie.”

Que Hanfu replied, “Let me finish reading it first.” If the script was too dark, she wouldn’t recommend Zhu Xinya taking the role. Acting in such films could cause significant psychological harm to an actor, and that damage might never fully heal.

“Okay.” Zhu Xinya obediently leaned against Que Hanfu, waiting for her to finish reading.

Que Hanfu read quickly, flipping through the pages every two or three seconds. Soon, she reached the last page. Zhu Xinya asked eagerly, “Sister, isn’t this script amazing?”

Que Hanfu nodded. “It’s quite good.”

Zhu Xinya’s eyes lit up. “If I act well, could I win Best Actress?”

Que Hanfu paused thoughtfully, glanced at Zhu Xinya, and said nothing.

Zhu Xinya’s expression fell. “Is it not possible?”

A soft smile curved Que Hanfu’s lips as she kissed Zhu Xinya’s pouting mouth. “Yaya, you’ve always been the Best Actress in my heart, even if you don’t act in this film.”

Zhu Xinya’s cheeks flushed. “Sister, you’ve learned how to tease me. You’re so mean.”

Que Hanfu replied, “This isn’t being mean. It’s called marital flirtation.”

Zhu Xinya felt incredibly shy. Que Hanfu had become increasingly skilled at charming her lately, and Zhu Xinya often found herself unable to resist.

A few days later, Ling Xiaoxiao brought the contract for the female lead role in “Love Obsession.” The entire film revolved around the female lead, with the male lead dying as soon as he appeared. Zhu Xinya didn’t even have to compete for screen time she was the undisputed protagonist.

Before signing, Zhu Xinya asked, “Has the male lead been cast?”

Although the male lead is the female lead’s deceased boyfriend from the beginning, the female lead’s memories contain numerous descriptions of him, making the role difficult to portray. If the actor’s acting skills are lacking, the entire film would undoubtedly suffer.

Ling Xiaoxiao nodded and said, “It’s confirmed. Speaking of which, you know this actor too, it’s Jiang Huai, who starred with you in Facing the Southern Mountain.”

Zhu Xinya looked up in surprise. “Jiang Huai’s salary shouldn’t be low either, right? Why would an idol actor suddenly take on an art film?”

“I just found out that Jiang Huai is actually Director Yun’s nephew her sister’s son. Of the five million yuan in investment Director Yun secured, three million came from Jiang Huai. He’s playing the male lead for his aunt’s film without taking a single penny, it’s purely a family favor.”

“But Director Yun didn’t choose Jiang Huai just because he waived his fee. The main reason is that Jiang Huai’s personality closely matches the male lead’s. Director Yun personally coached him for a month, and Jiang Huai’s acting has improved dramatically. He’s now fully capable of handling the role.”

“That’s what Director Yun told me. To ease your concerns, she also asked me to show you a clip of Jiang Huai’s performance. She said if you’re not satisfied, she’s willing to replace the male lead for you.”

Zhu Xinya replied, “Let me take a look first.”

After watching the clip of Jiang Huai’s performance, Zhu Xinya was amazed. “Director Yun is truly skilled she managed to transform an idol actor like Jiang Huai into a serious performer.”

Zhu Xinya immediately signed the contract.

Ling Xiaoxiao said, “I have a feeling, Yaya, that you’ll win the Best Actress award at the Golden Gold Awards this year.”

“Yaya, once you become a film queen, what’s the first thing you want to do?” Ling Xiaoxiao asked curiously.

Zhu Xinya thought for a moment and said, “Probably come out of the closet?”

Ling Xiaoxiao: “??? So direct?”

“If I’m already a film queen, why should I be afraid of coming out? Besides, same-sex marriage is legal in the country now. The entertainment industry shouldn’t be that intolerant, right?”

Zhu Xinya began to fantasize about the future: “By then, I’ll be showing off my love with my sister every day~”

Hearing her dreamy tone, Ling Xiaoxiao silently forwarded the recording to Que Hanfu.

After Ling Xiaoxiao left with the contract, Zhu Xinya received a call from Que Hanfu.

“Sister, why are you calling me at this time? Aren’t you busy with work?” Zhu Xinya asked.

“I missed you,” Que Hanfu said softly.

After receiving the voice message from Ling Xiaoxiao, Que Hanfu had listened to it dozens of times and still couldn’t get enough. Suddenly wanting to hear Zhu Xinya say something else, she decided to call.

Zhu Xinya was defeated by Que Hanfu’s honesty, blushing as she whispered, “I missed you too.”

Que Hanfu’s throat felt slightly dry. “Shall we have lunch together?”

Zhu Xinya said, “I’m craving hot pot.”

“Then let’s have hot pot,” Que Hanfu replied.

What they ate didn’t matter, what mattered was that she could see Yaya.

After hanging up, Zhu Xinya still couldn’t figure out why Que Hanfu had called her so suddenly.

Que Hanfu was a person with strong self-control. It wasn’t that she hadn’t missed Zhu Xinya before, but she had always called right after work, never at this time.

Soon, Zhu Xinya’s confusion was resolved when Que Hanfu forwarded the recording Ling Xiaoxiao had sent her.

“By then, I’ll be showing off my love with my sister every day.”

Zhu Xinya: “…”

That dreamy voice definitely wasn’t hers!

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