Chapter 282: 282: Argument with Xiaobai (Extra update today since QQ recommended!)
However, arguing with Mu Bai was completely meaningless. She didn’t want to listen, no matter what he said.
He didn’t understand what kind of spell Qiao Zhichuan had cast on Mu Bai. Even though she hadn’t fallen in love with him yet, she was already protective of him.
That night, Lu Mingchen was directly kicked out of the room by an angry Mu Bai.
As he stood at the doorway, he didn’t notice a paper butterfly stuck to the wall behind him, flapping its wings slightly.
The next day, an angry Mu Bai ignored Lu Mingchen. After a night of calm reflection, Lu Mingchen finally realized he had been too impulsive last night.
He shouldn’t have started a fight with her.
Originally, he came to talk things over and understand his artist’s mental state. But somehow, as the conversation went on, he got so mad and couldn’t control his emotions.
Sigh...
How could he lose control in front of Mu Bai like that?
Lu Mingchen couldn’t help but ponder.
At first, he didn’t realize it, but the next day when he saw Qiao Zhichuan getting close to Mu Bai again, whether it was her genuine intention or just to rile him up, she was chatting and laughing with Qiao Zhichuan.
Lu Mingchen was so angry he could explode!
Did Mu Bai even take his words to heart? As her manager, would he ever hurt her?
If it weren’t for being on set, with so many people watching, he would have rushed up to separate the two immediately.
Finally catching a moment alone, Lu Mingchen walked up to Mu Bai and said coldly, "Mu Bai, do you even know what you’re doing?"
"Of course, enjoying the pursuit of a handsome guy! Why, are you jealous?" Mu Bai crossed her arms and said.
"You’re going to ruin yourself this way."
Mu Bai shrugged, "Doesn’t matter! I’m not worried about food or shelter, acting is just something I enjoy."
Lu Mingchen was speechless at her indifference.
"If there’s nothing else, I’m off to film!" Mu Bai lifted her chin and walked away.
Lu Mingchen watched her back, realizing he seemed to have messed things up again.
Sigh... Jiang Nuo’s situation is so complicated, and he could handle it. Why does he keep making mistakes with Mu Bai?
"Did your manager come looking for you again?" Qiao Zhichuan smiled as he approached Mu Bai when she returned, and asked in a low voice.
"Yeah, did you see?"
"Yep! I saw you as soon as you walked over to him, so I could guess." Qiao Zhichuan said without hiding the fact he had been watching her, smiling, "Looks like Brother Lu is really strict with you!"
Mu Bai shrugged helplessly, "Yeah! When I signed the contract, there was no ban on dating, just that if there was a relationship happening, I should tell him in advance so he could prepare."
"Definitely more generous than my manager. If I hadn’t insisted back then, I’d have no freedom in my love life now!"
"My manager said he was giving me freedom, but look at it now..." Mu Bai spread her hands.
"He’s doing it for your good, Lu Ge is a renowned top manager in the entertainment industry. So many people are eager to sign with him. Being signed under him, even if you can’t become an international superstar like Jiang Nuo, you can still become a near A-lister."
Qiao Zhichuan wasn’t just flattering Lu Mingchen; he only managed a few artists. Before Jiang Nuo, there were the A-list male Jia You Ting and the near A-list female star Mian Yang. But due to various reasons later on, he only had the international superstar Jiang Nuo left.
In between, Lu Mingchen occasionally helped manage other company artists, focusing mainly on Jiang Nuo. Others were usually managed by other agents, he only initially watched the broader direction.
Even so, the artists he handled were either A-list or headed that way.
But Brother Lu cherishes his reputation, so even with company demands, he evaluates the person before making a decision.
So when Mu Bai appeared and got signed under him, it stirred quite a sensation in the entertainment industry.
Mu Bai smiled mysteriously, "That’s right, how could he refuse the face of my great-aunt? Even if he didn’t want to, my great-uncle and aunt said something, so he had no choice but to accept."
"I’ve always wanted to ask you, who exactly are your great-aunt and uncle? They seem so formidable! I’ve heard you mention them several times but never had the courage to ask."
"It’s no secret. My great-uncle is Jiang Nuo, and his wife is my great-aunt."
Mu Bai looked at Qiao Zhichuan, hoping to see his surprised expression.
And Qiao Zhichuan did not disappoint, showing a surprised look: "You mean your great-uncle is Jiang Nuo?! No wonder Brother Lu is so cautious with you, afraid of you being led astray."
"Hehehehehe... Of course, he’s got to be scared; if something happened to me, how would he explain to my great-uncle and aunt?" Mu Bai lifted her chin proudly.
"You’re lucky to have such a strong backing!" Qiao Zhichuan smiled with slightly curved corners of his lips, looking particularly happy. His eyes, dark with a hint of blue, were alluring and enticing.
Mu Bai looked over, feeling as if she were being drawn into a great vortex, unable to look away, her gaze becoming mesmerizingly hazy.
"Mu Bai, your brother’s on the phone." Suddenly, Lu Mingchen’s voice came through.
"My brother?" Mu Bai was a bit puzzled. Why didn’t her brother call her directly? Apologizing to Qiao Zhichuan, she turned to take the call.
Lu Mingchen glanced at Qiao Zhichuan, showing no expression on his face.
Qiao Zhichuan gave a charming smile in return. However, as the two turned away, his expression became a bit gloomy.
Damn it! He was so close to succeeding, only to be interrupted!
"Ah Rong, why did you suddenly decide to call me? And why did you call Lu Ge instead of my phone?" Mu Bai laughed as she answered the call.
"Master said you were filming and told me not to call you directly but to call Lu Ge first to avoid disturbing you. Hehe... Sis, surprise?" a cheeky voice came from the other end, belonging to Murong.
"Surprise! How could it not be a surprise? Have you been listening to your great-aunt lately? She’s got a temper, doesn’t she? Not in a good mood, she’d whip someone, of course, if you’re obedient, she usually wouldn’t lose her temper."
"Sis, weren’t you the one who often got whipped back then? I hardly got beaten by our great-aunt, she says I’m smarter than you; I learn things fast, and if I work hard, I’ll be better than my senior."
Hearing Murong’s motivated tone, Mu Bai couldn’t help but smile, not minding his teasing, she continued, "That’s a good thing, it shows our great-aunt truly likes you!"