The Cold and Distant Actress is Too Obsessive - Chapter 25

The dim storage room, though somewhat cramped, was neatly organized with the film crew’s items. This was the place where props and costumes were stored.

Expensive costumes and props weren’t kept here, but the less valuable ones that were frequently used were piled up in this space.

“Are you sure there won’t be any problems with what we’re doing?”

A man wearing a baseball cap spoke furtively.

“We took the money, so we do the job. Stop with the nonsense.”

One of them pulled out a pair of stage shoes. The uppers were snow-white, embroidered with intricate and delicate patterns. These shoes were stored separately in a cabinet.

The lead actress’s costumes clearly stood out as more refined than the others.

After all, there were times when close-up shots were required, and anything too cheap simply wouldn’t look good on camera.

The man’s large hands removed the insole and placed a thumbtack in the middle of it. The tack would be hidden inside the insole, and as soon as someone stood up and took a few steps, it would pierce through.

“If we get caught, it’ll be bad.”

The other man was still fearful, beads of cold sweat forming on his forehead.

This guy had only told him they were going to pull off a big job but hadn’t specified what it was. He never expected it to be such a despicable act.

“You can back out now if you want, but the money will all be mine.”

The man smirked disdainfully.

“Just a simple move, and we get tens of thousands. That’s way faster than doing odd jobs every day.”

After finishing their task, the two quietly slipped away, with one of them closing the door behind them.

“I really hope if something happens, they won’t trace it back to us.”

Such petty tricks were common in the industry, and the culprits were rarely found. To thoroughly investigate such an incident would mean scrutinizing the entire crew, which was like searching for a needle in a haystack.

“Is it done?”

A woman leaned against the doorframe, watching the two crew members with a lazy tone.

“It’s done.”

“Good. The money will be transferred soon.”

Zhao Xunyan pursed her lips into a smile, unable to contain her joy. For the past two days, the entire crew had been filming her scenes, which suddenly gave her an idea.

What if Xu Youyan got injured again?

Then the female lead’s screen time would definitely be reduced. With the film’s tight schedule and preparations, staying in Hengdian for even an extra day would cost a fortune.

The crew couldn’t afford such losses.

The thought alone made Zhao Xunyan feel immensely pleased.

However, Xu Youyan remained unaware of the impending danger. She had just changed into her boots and taken a few steps when she felt a sharp pain in the sole of her foot.

It was as if something had pierced her skin.

“What’s wrong, Yanyan?”

Bo Zhoucheng, who had been changing into her costume on the other side, noticed Xu Youyan’s pained expression and rushed over like a gust of wind, the accessories on her costume jingling as she moved.

“My foot hurts.”

Xu Youyan sometimes felt she was being overly sensitive. She had just recovered from a cold, and now her foot was hurting.

Luckily, Bo Zhoucheng had a gentle temperament. If it were another actor working with her, they would probably have lost patience by now.

“Let me take a look.”

Bo Zhoucheng knelt down and carefully removed the boot. Inside, Xu Youyan was wearing a pair of bear-patterned socks, similar in style to the bunny socks she had worn a few days before.

Both were gifts from Bo Zhoucheng.

But now, the sock had a small hole pierced through it, and a bright red stain of blood was spreading. As a veteran in the industry, Bo Zhoucheng immediately guessed what had happened.

“There’s a needle in the insole.”

Bo Zhoucheng finished speaking and immediately took out the insole, where she indeed found the thumbtack. The tip of the tack had been sharpened to a fine point, stained with traces of blood.

Clutching the insole tightly, Bo Zhoucheng almost gasped aloud.

Very well!

Someone had the audacity to pull such a stunt in the film crew!

“Bo Zhoucheng, why would anyone target me?”

Xu Youyan’s eyes welled up with tears, her foot throbbing in agony. She had never been pierced by a tack in her life, and today was her first experience.

“Don’t move, I’ll carry you.”

Bo Zhoucheng had no mind for filming at that moment. She scooped Xu Youyan into her arms and strode swiftly into the restroom. The door was slightly ajar, making it inconvenient to open, so she kicked it open with her foot.

Cheng Zhun was stunned, but Su Cha pulled him along to fetch the first aid kit.

Bo Zhoucheng gently placed Xu Youyan on a chair, then carefully lifted and cradled her foot. Xu Youyan’s foot was small, with delicate pink nails, but such a beautiful foot was now bleeding profusely from the sole.

“Youyan, bear with it a little longer. I’ll apply the medicine.”

Su Cha had learned some basic first aid, all for the sake of better caring for Bo Zhoucheng. Bo Zhoucheng often threw herself into her roles with relentless dedication, inevitably suffering scrapes and bruises, and even injuries from wire stunts. Over time, Su Cha had honed these skills.

When the disinfectant touched the sole of her foot, Xu Youyan winced in pain, her fingers clutching tightly at Bo Zhoucheng’s collar.

“It’s alright Yan Yan, it’ll be over soon.”

Xu Youyan’s foot was nearly pierced through, and the pain was unbearable. How could it be over soon?

“Bo Zhoucheng, it hurts so much.”

“Who have I offended? Putting a tack in my shoe.”

Xu Youyan sobbed as she spoke, while Bo Zhoucheng clenched her fists, silently vowing to uncover the audacious culprit.

“Don’t worry, Yan Yan, I will find out who did this.”

Bo Zhoucheng patted Xu Youyan’s shoulder, watching her cry and recalling a moment from many years ago.

Back then, after getting drunk, Xu Youyan had clung to her and wept just like this.

“They all say I killed Xia Qian.”

“But I didn’t do anything. I didn’t even know she was ill. If I had known that taking that role would drive her to despair, I would never have accepted it in the first place.”

At that time, Bo Zhoucheng had also gently patted Xu Youyan’s shoulder.

“It’s not your fault.”

“People who are unwell are more prone to despair.”

“The director didn’t tell you either.”

Bo Zhoucheng comforted her word by word. Xu Youyan reached out and cupped Bo Zhoucheng’s face, her dark eyes filled with sincerity.

“Bo Zhoucheng, you’re all I have left.”

“Even my parents think I’m at fault. Only you believe I’m not.”

With that, she rose on her tiptoes.

The kiss was urgent and swift, tinged with a hint of caution.

At that time, the two were still separated by a thin veil of ambiguity, neither daring to cross the line. After the kiss, Xu Youyan immediately regretted it, fearing she had ruined the delicate relationship she had so carefully nurtured.

“I’m sorry, I was too impulsive just now.”

“I’ll go back now.”

Xu Youyan had barely taken a step when her wrist was seized. Bo Zhoucheng pressed her against the curtain, one hand gripping her shoulder.

“Is this what you meant?”

“What do you mean?”

Xu Youyan tilted her head, not understanding.

“Liking me.”

Bo Zhouchen lowered her head, her eyes brimming with fervor. In truth, she also liked the other person; every time she saw this lonely little kitten, an inexplicable urge to protect her would arise.

“I…”

Even though their relationship was just one step away from taking off, Xu Youyan hesitated.

“Xu Youyan, if you like me, kiss me again.”

Bo Zhouchen didn’t press her further.

She only saw the girl in front of her roll her eyes slightly, then wrap her arms around her neck, rise on her tiptoes, and gently press a soft kiss to the corner of her lips.