My Wife Became a Top Star After I Came Back from Quick Transmigration - Chapter 87

After filming, Yimei’er treated Lin Mo and the others to dinner. Of course, she also brought Yun Yue along. The four of them found a restaurant near the movie set. The set was a bustling place, with many celebrities of all levels coming and going. The restaurant had good security, so Yimei’er booked a private room to avoid reporters and fan accounts.

The four of them settled into the private room, and the food was brought out. Yimei’er poured a glass of wine and said to Lin Mo, “Welcome to the movie set. This is for you.”

Lin Mo laughed and toasted back. “Thank you. I didn’t know you were here, too.”

Yimei’er looked at Su Qixi and said, “Didn’t she tell you?”

Su Qixi looked up at the ceiling, pretending not to know. She really hadn’t told Lin Mo. For one, Su Qixi’s filming schedule was irregular. Snow scenes were rare on the set, so everyone was rushing to film them. They barely had time to eat, let alone talk about other people. The other reason was that Yimei’er was like family to Su Qixi. Yimei’er wasn’t too fond of Lin Mo, so Su Qixi was afraid if she told Lin Mo that Yimei’er was there, she wouldn’t come. Su Qixi had been waiting for Lin Mo to visit. Their passionate life was suddenly put on hold, and Su Qixi missed her dearly. She couldn’t go back, so she could only wait for Lin Mo to come. She often complained, What is Lin Mo doing? Why hasn’t she come to see me yet? Does she not miss me?

Now, under Yimei’er’s gaze, Su Qixi could only say calmly, “Why are you looking at me? If you want to tell Lin Mo you’re here, just tell her. You have her WeChat.”

Yimei’er: “…” Why would I contact her?!

Lin Mo looked at Yun Yue with interest and said, “What surprised me was that Miss Yun is filming now.”

Yun Yue laughed when she heard that. “Yeah, Mei’er recommended me. I auditioned, and the director said I was good enough.”

“Congratulations.” Lin Mo said with a genuine smile. “I was surprised because I never saw you pursuing acting.”

Yun Yue bit her lower lip, a little ashamed. “My acting isn’t very good.” She confessed honestly. “But the director said this is just a web drama, so the acting requirements aren’t very high. And Mei’er said I should try more things to improve my acting.”

Lin Mo nodded. “That’s true. You have to take the first step to take countless more.”

Yimei’er looked at Lin Mo with suspicion and was a bit distracted during dinner.

After dinner, everyone walked to the hotel together. Yun Yue and Su Qixi walked ahead, as Yun Yue wanted to ask for advice on acting. Su Qixi didn’t refuse and discussed the script with Yun Yue. Yimei’er and Lin Mo walked behind them.

The snow was biting cold. The warm yellow light from the street lamps made the falling snow look like a color of longing. The women were all bundled up in thick coats and scarves, leaving a trail of footprints in the thin layer of snow as they walked back to their hotel. Following behind her loved one, even just a glimpse of their back in the soft, hazy light was enough to warm the heart.

Yimei’er broke the silence. “I’ve noticed you’re very interested in Yun Yue.”

Lin Mo laughed. “We filmed together for a month. We’re friends.”

Yimei’er: “That’s not a very convincing reason, is it? Do you know what Jiang Lun is doing today? Or what drama Wu Qingqing is in?”

Lin Mo found it amusing. “Xiaoxi and I are deeply in love and are cherishing every moment. Is it appropriate for you to be jealous of me and Yun Yue?”

Yimei’er sighed. “Yun Yue is beautiful and has a good personality. It’s no surprise that people like her.”

Lin Mo laughed, her eyes crinkling. She teased, “So do you want me to like her or not?”

Yimei’er was speechless. “Is this about liking her? If you dare to have any such thoughts, I will make you pay for it. Not for Yun Yue, but for Xixi’s sincere love.”

Lin Mo’s smile softened. “Don’t worry about Yun Yue. My heart and eyes are only for Xiaoxi. Yun Yue is just someone an old friend asked me to look after.”

The air suddenly became still. The snowflakes seemed to have weight as they gently fell to the ground, making a rustling sound.

After a long while, Yimei’er finally asked, “Qi Youshan?”

Lin Mo didn’t deny it. Yimei’er was silent for a moment before letting out a scoff. “You and her are truly kindred spirits!” She sighed deeply. “Do you know she went to prison?”

Lin Mo nodded. Yimei’er asked again, “Do you know she applied for medical parole?”

Lin Mo nodded. These things were in the news, so everyone knew.

Yimei’er: “I don’t know how she and Yun Yue got to this point, but I’ve spent time with Yun Yue. I know she’s a kind girl, even if she can be a bit slow. But she would never betray a relationship.”

“If a relationship was painful for her, there was no need to continue it. I appreciate Qi Youshan’s good intentions. I will take care of Yun Yue, so you don’t need to worry.”

Lin Mo wasn’t angry. She laughed as she watched Yimei’er frantically declare her dominance. She then said, “When I chose you back then, why didn’t I consider this outcome?”

Yimei’er frowned. “What did you say?”

Lin Mo chuckled softly. “I said, I’m so happy you and Xiaoxi became friends.”

Yimei’er frowned. “…”

A Storm on the Horizon

The hashtag Lin Mo Visits was trending that day. Fan account managers who had scaled the wall took a picture of Lin Mo in the snow. She stood alone under a bare tree branch, its limbs covered in white. Snowflakes fell on her shoulders, as if little winter spirits were playing around her. The weather was cold, and even though Lin Mo was healthy, she felt a bit chilly. Her hands were in her coat pockets, but her eyes were not on the beautiful snowscape. Instead, they were focused on the person inside, on the movie set. She stood there, a serene and beautiful picture, like a piece of elegant ink painting. The snowy scene was beautiful, the person was beautiful, and their relationship was even more beautiful.

With this picture and the trending topic Lin Mo Visits, her popularity soared. Fans screamed with excitement, calling her a “stone waiting for her wife.” Even casual fans thought her beauty was on par with any celebrity, and her demeanor was exceptional.

For the next few days, as Lin Mo stayed on the set, photos of them drinking hot water and eating lunch boxes together would leak online, and Lin Mo remained on the trending list. The fan community was overflowing with sweet moments from the couple.

As the New Year approached, the Qilin fans were already preparing for their first New Year together. As the first anniversary of the couple, it was incredibly significant. The biggest fans were renting out large billboards in various cities and organizing events. The fan community was a hive of activity, and the fans’ enthusiasm was at an all-time high.

On January 23rd, Su Qixi’s filming officially ended. The crew gave her flowers and a warm send-off. Yimei’er stayed behind to be with Yun Yue. Su Qixi’s assistant, Bai Jin, booked tickets for the same day, and they quietly flew back to Haishi before the fans could react.

As the holiday season began, Su Qixi finished her last bit of work for the year and took a break. The New Year came early that year. The cold air traveled south, and it even snowed a little in Haishi. The snowflakes covered the world in a white veil.

Lin Mo stood on the balcony. In her ear, she heard Zhang Rongyi congratulate her. “The proposal you gave them was approved quickly. But the overseas market is your hard work, so it would be best if you went yourself.”

Lin Mo hummed. “After the new year.” She looked up at the sky. The heavy clouds made the atmosphere a bit oppressive.

Zhang Rongyi laughed. “That works. After the new year, you can focus on work.”

Lin Mo: “I’ll let you know when?”

Zhang Rongyi sighed, but her voice was still amused. “I should be the one telling you! But you are capable. I’ll listen to you. I’ll wait for your message.”

After the call, Lin Mo wrapped her wool scarf tighter. She leaned on the railing and looked out. Haishi was a first-tier city. Even with the New Year approaching, the streets were bustling with traffic.

Su Qixi’s apartment was in a high-end neighborhood. It was a two-story loft with over 900 square meters. The balconies were big enough to walk a dog in the morning and evening, and they were designed so they didn’t block each other’s sunlight. Su Qixi loved to plant flowers and plants, so she had many on the balcony. Now, they were all covered in snow. Though they lacked the vibrancy of spring, they had a sacred beauty.

Lin Mo turned to look back. Through the glass door, she could see Su Qixi preparing food behind the kitchen island. She was slightly hunched over, and the warm yellow light in the room softened her features, making her look gentle. Lin Mo had been cooking for them lately, and Su Qixi had just gotten some free time. She wanted to learn how to cook, so she watched many recipes and videos. That’s why she had sent Lin Mo to the living room today. She wanted to cook a delicious lunch for her.

The soup in the pot wasn’t ready yet when Xiong Jingjing called. Even though Su Qixi had taken a break from work, her studio still had other artists. Xiong Jingjing had been working with them and wouldn’t call Su Qixi unless something was wrong. When she saw Xiong Jingjing’s name on the screen, Su Qixi’s heart sank, and a sudden sense of unease washed over her. She looked up at the balcony and saw Lin Mo looking back at her. Her eyes were warm and smiling, which made Su Qixi feel a strange sense of comfort.

Su Qixi managed to push down her anxiety and answered the phone.

As soon as the call connected, Xiong Jingjing asked with a frown, “What’s Lin Mo’s relationship with her parents like?”

Su Qixi was stunned. “Her parents?”

Xiong Jingjing: “Yes.”

Su Qixi was in a daze for a moment before saying, “I don’t know. Since I’ve known her, she’s never mentioned her parents.”

Xiong Jingjing was also stunned. “You don’t know? You were high school classmates and lived together for a few years. She even went on that variety show for you. You say you love her so much, but you don’t even know about her parents?”

Su Qixi was embarrassed. “She never mentioned it!”

Xiong Jingjing frowned even more. “You never asked?”

Su Qixi pursed her lips. “I didn’t.” It’s true. I don’t know much about Lin Mo’s past.

Xiong Jingjing sighed. “If you haven’t asked, you should now.”

Su Qixi’s eyes instantly turned cold. Xiong Jingjing’s words were clear. Something had happened, and it was about Lin Mo’s parents.

After Su Qixi’s first big hit in college, with Yimei’er’s help, she quickly got new opportunities. Everything was going smoothly, but when she was on the verge of success, Su Yong appeared and almost ruined her career by calling her unfilial. In China, filial piety is a deeply ingrained value, and being called unfilial is a serious accusation.

Xiong Jingjing’s voice on the other end of the phone was filled with worry. “You should check the trending list. Lin Mo is on it.”

Su Qixi’s breath hitched. “Is it bad?”

Xiong Jingjing: “The hashtag is Lin Mo Is Unfilial.”