Free Web NovelChapter 1864: Chapter 1851: Invitation (2)
If she doesn’t agree, what else can she do? She’s already taken the initiative, so what’s the next step?
Bo Yan pretended to be in a dilemma: "But during that time, I might still need to..."
Before he finished speaking, Xia Siyu suddenly sat up from his embrace, looking all righteous: "You won’t watch it, huh? You really want to force me, huh?"
I, for one, am not a delicate little damsel. If you don’t agree to watch it with me, then I’ll force you to watch it with me!
This guy just pulled a face-changing act like in Sichuan opera. With his acting skills, it’s such a waste to only have received two awards in China. No wonder even Shang Feifei is afraid of her.
"Okay, okay, let’s watch it." Anyway, he isn’t afraid of it; if she wants to watch, then he’ll watch too. It’s rare to see the fearless Xia Siyu actually get scared. When the horror scenes appear, won’t she just snuggle into his arms out of fear, achieving two goals with one move?
Only then was Xia Siyu satisfied, and she lay back down with a smile. After the little interruption earlier, Bo Yan swiftly and comprehensively applied her body lotion all over. On returning from washing his hands in the bathroom, Xia Siyu was already snuggled up with a pillow, sleeping soundly.
Originally, Xia Siyu is like a reincarnated pillow; if she doesn’t have work, she needs ten hours of sleep every day. Recently, she’s been going to the film set every day, scaring everyone into upping their efficiency. They usually start shooting at nine in the morning and wrap up before ten at night. Unless they’re filming night scenes, it’s rarely dragged into the wee hours.
During this period, Xia Siyu has been sleeping only seven hours each day, which is her minimum requirement to stay alert. She wakes up early to practice, doing shoulder stretches and a half-hour of acting expressions—watching birds, fish, or even elders playing table tennis at the local park, training her eyes on the ball’s flight trajectory.
After practice and breakfast and getting ready, it’s almost nine o’clock, time to head to the film set, where she continues practicing on the side. If tired, she stops to read scripts and study materials.
She arranges her time very fully. She doesn’t feel it while working, but once she relaxes, she instantly unwinds, especially with him by her side. Xia Siyu has always had the ability to sleep instantly; she can count her insomnia experiences on one hand. Feeling sleepy, she can sleep at any time.
Even now, before falling asleep, she managed to put on her pajamas, although the blanket wasn’t yet over her, just resting on her waist.
Bo Yan came over to tuck her in. She furrowed her brows slightly, mumbling a bit in discomfort. Bo Yan chuckled, knowing they had an early start the next morning, and turned to tidy up her things. While doing so, he noticed there were indeed quite a few criminal psychology books piled underneath her bedside table. They weren’t just bought to gather dust; a few seemed to have food stains, likely read during meals.
Next to them were some "Introduction to Drama" type books, with key points marked inside, indicating she truly put effort into studying them, not just practicing aimlessly.
This guy has made tremendous progress in just a few years. Hard to imagine, a few years ago Xia Siyu was still mocked in variety shows, lacking in basic knowledge to an unbelievable degree, and known as "Nine Falling Fish". Not just no common sense, her acting was mocked consistently as merely a pretty face with no other merits.
Honestly, even Bo Yan hadn’t expected that in just a few years, Xia Siyu would transform so much. She was like a piece of uncut jade; even before being polished, she was an exceptional treasure. After refinement, she emerged from her ignorant state.
Though her innate arrogance and innocence remain unchanged, she is a totally different person. Moreover, whenever Bo Yan thinks Xia Siyu is outstanding enough, she somehow surpasses his expectations, becoming even more exceptional. To quote a line from TV, "How many surprises do you have that I don’t know about?"
If he doesn’t work hard, he really won’t be deserving of her.
Once, his feelings for Xia Siyu may have been mixed with resentment for being dumped, a desire to catch up with her, or perhaps admiration for her looks—she was beautiful. It might’ve been appreciation for her always exuberant attitude, never compromising when faced with difficulties. Perhaps it was his knowledge of the falseness of those scandals she never bothered to explain, just shrugging them off with a smile.
But now, he regards her with admiration and awe, even a bit of respect. He probably understands why Shang Feifei changed her opinion so drastically; making such a proud person capitulate is indeed impressive. frёewebnoѵēl.com
Bo Yan lowered his head and kissed her cheek. Xia Siyu, slightly annoyed by his hair tickling her, slapped him gently, muttering "mosquito..." as she turned over to sleep in another position.
Hit by her, Bo Yan chuckled helplessly, ending with a resigned laugh: "Goodnight."
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Early the next morning, the two flew to the TV station.
This time, they were invited by the same TV station they collaborated with before for the Small New Year’s Eve stage. Xia Siyu and Bo Yan’s drama has been completed and is waiting for approval. Once approved, it can officially be promoted by the station. Due to the prior relationship and partnership, they were invited again for this event.
Xia Siyu also took on the role of promoting "Overthrows the Country and the City." Actually, the film directed by Wang Ju is quite average; Xia Siyu’s acting is good, but there isn’t much breakthrough. The one commendable aspect is Xia Siyu’s stunning appearance, suited in ancient costume for once. With golden hairpins and shaking steps, her role as a bewitching consort is truly fitting of the phrase "Overthrows the Country and the City." Although the plot isn’t very innovative, the story is clear. The box office managed to hit 1.2 billion unexpectedly, even bringing a small profit over the investment.
For Xia Siyu, it’s not extraordinary, but it’s good enough, at least the reputation wasn’t tainted. Bo Yan also came to promote his upcoming film, which is similarly of the ancient costume genre.
Both wearing costumes, Bo Yan sang while she danced.
For Xia Siyu, dancing posed no difficulty. She had practiced that part numerous times for the film, and with her daily training, though not specifically dance, the stretching and basics were well-maintained, making it easy to perform.
For Xia Siyu, it’s not extraordinary, but it’s good enough, at least the reputation wasn’t tainted. Bo Yan also came to promote his upcoming film, which is similarly of the ancient costume genre.
Both wearing costumes, Bo Yan sang while she danced.
For Xia Siyu, dancing posed no difficulty. She had practiced that part numerous times for the film, and with her daily training, though not specifically dance, the stretching and basics were well-maintained, making it easy to perform.
