Chapter 40: Yes, I’m Just Drawn to His Face and Body

Yu Fuqing arranged a suite for Bai Lu—the most luxurious kind. Bai Lu settled in with a clear conscience. In her previous life, how much money had Yu Fuqing made off her? Not even the interest on that sum could be repaid with this.

Yu Fuqing, both openly and discreetly, made every effort to discover where she had been staying for the past five or six days. Bai Lu sneered, “Do you want to personally thank my fans? They may not be willing to see you. Be careful you don’t get scolded again, just like that driver earlier.”

Yu Fuqing smiled faintly. “Little Deer, Fuqing understands—you just don’t want me to get scolded.”

“…”

“Little Deer, your birthday is next month. How about announcing your contract with Yuxing Entertainment on your birthday? Fuqing will hold a grand signing ceremony for you, inviting the media and many in the entertainment industry, so everyone can celebrate together—a double blessing. Does that sound good?”

She was an orphan, with no real birthday. The caretaker at the orphanage had guessed she was born around January. Bai Lu liked New Year's Day, since she could eat treats she didn’t normally have, so she’d chosen that day as her birthday.

Bai Lu yawned. “You decide. I have only one condition—I’ll sign for just one year. After that, I’ll consider renewing with Yuxing Entertainment, but that must be written into the contract.”

Yu Fuqing agreed instantly. “Little Deer, you want to test me—I understand. No problem, I’ll do as you say.”

“…”

Test you, my foot! Within a year, I’ll make sure Yuxing Entertainment is nothing but a memory.

“My fans have found me a lawyer, Yu Fuqing. Don’t even think about pulling any tricks with the contract.”

Yu Fuqing cursed Ye Jingyan’s ancestors several times over in his heart, but kept a pleasant smile. “Alright, whatever you say. Fuqing promises there’ll be no more tricks in the contract—bring your lawyer, I’m not afraid.”

“I’m tired. You should go.”

Yu Fuqing understood she was still angry with him. It would take more than a day or two to coax her back, but he wasn’t worried—he’d take his time. She’d already signed with Yuxing Entertainment—where could she run?

“Little Deer…”

Shen Xinlu hadn’t spoken, and Bai Lu hadn’t even noticed her presence.

“You should go too. I want to sleep.”

Shen Xinlu replied softly, “Alright, get some rest. What would you like for dinner? I’ll buy it for you.”

Bai Lu recited four different snacks, each from a different corner of the city—east, west, south, and north.

“I’ll be sure to bring them all back for you,” Shen Xinlu promised.

Bai Lu sneered.

For the days she’d spent in the tycoon’s apartment, she hadn’t dared go out and spent her time online instead. She’d seen the direction of public opinion. Wu Liping had taken all the blame on herself. The investors had made their move—it was obvious. Every PR piece tried to shift focus onto Wu Liping, downplaying Shen Xinlu’s part as much as possible. They even painted Shen Xinlu as a pitiable daughter constantly berated and beaten by Wu Liping.

In short, all the filth was thrown on Wu Liping, and she was willing to bear it, just to clear Shen Xinlu’s name. With the investors’ intervention, the effect was immediate—a good number of netizens believed it, sympathizing with Shen Xinlu for having such a mother.

But if Shen Xinlu wanted to survive in the industry, she had to curry favor with Bai Lu. The incident where Shen Xinlu had choked her—no matter how much the investors suppressed it, even the general public wouldn’t believe Shen Xinlu, let alone Bai Lu’s fans. Even when Bai Lu publicly exonerated Shen Xinlu on camera, no one believed her. People cursed Shen Xinlu, and after that, always tacked on an insult to “Silly Deer.”

Bai Lu was speechless. She really was enduring humiliation for a greater cause!

So, for the next half month, Shen Xinlu tiptoed around her, trying to please and serve her. Bai Lu took full advantage, treating Shen Xinlu like a maid.

Yu Fuqing visited Bai Lu at the hotel every day during those two weeks. Bai Lu ignored him completely, but Yu Fuqing never lost heart. No matter how coldly she treated him, he stood firm.

Bai Lu: This is absurd.

In a flash, New Year’s Day arrived. Bai Lu’s birthday, and the day of the signing ceremony. To please her, Yu Fuqing made the event as grand as possible, inviting nearly everyone in the industry.

There were three major and four minor entertainment agencies—seven companies in total that dominated the domestic scene. Yuxing Entertainment was one of the top three, and its status guaranteed respect from the entire industry.

That night, the stars gathered. The spectacle rivaled any year-end awards ceremony.

The birthday banquet and contract signing were held right in Bai Lu’s five-star hotel suite. Today was for announcing her contract with Yuxing Entertainment; the actual signing would take place the following day.

Sister Huahua had been summoned by Bai Lu to serve as her personal stylist. Yu Fuqing offered her double the usual fee, but Bai Lu insisted on triple, and Yu Fuqing didn’t dare refuse.

Sister Huahua looked at her in the mirror. “Little Deer, you look gorgeous today!”

Bai Lu blinked. “When do I not look gorgeous?”

Sister Huahua pinched her cheek. “You’re the most beautiful in the world.”

“No.” Bai Lu shook her head. “There are two people whose beauty I can’t compare to.”

“I know, I know—one is Film Emperor Lu, your idol. Who’s the other?”

“I’m not telling! He’s my Celestial Man!”

Sister Huahua laughed. “Such a little flirt.”

Bai Lu admitted, “Yes, I just crave his looks and his body.”

“…”

“Little Deer—”

Hearing Shen Xinlu’s voice outside, both Bai Lu and Sister Huahua’s faces darkened.

“Sit here, I’ll go.” Sister Huahua patted her hand and went out to deal with Shen Xinlu.

Bai Lu pulled out her new phone—the one Sister Huahua had helped her buy—and opened a WeChat chat with no profile picture. The chat history spanned more than a dozen pages.

[It’s the Adorably Unbeatable Little Bai Lu: Ah Sui, I’ve found a place to stay. Thank you and Aunt Li for everything these days.]

[Huo: Mm]

Not even a punctuation mark!

[It’s the Adorably Unbeatable Little Bai Lu: Ah Sui, can I talk to you when I’m bored?]

After that, she’d sent him messages every day, but he never replied again.

Bai Lu was sure Ah Sui was angry at her for leaving without saying goodbye.

She persevered, sending messages every day, but her Celestial Man ignored her.

After much hesitation, she sent another message.

[It’s the Adorably Unbeatable Little Bai Lu: Ah Sui, I’m signing with Yuxing Entertainment tomorrow. Could you introduce a lawyer to me?]

[It’s the Adorably Unbeatable Little Bai Lu: I messaged Dr. Ye, but he’s disappeared and hasn’t replied.]

[It’s the Adorably Unbeatable Little Bai Lu: Ah Sui, I’m begging you, please respond to me.]

[It’s the Adorably Unbeatable Little Bai Lu: My father sold my management contract to Yuxing Entertainment. I only want to sign for a year, but I’m afraid they’ll play tricks with the contract.]

[It’s the Adorably Unbeatable Little Bai Lu: If you don’t answer, I’ll block you!]

Sister Huahua came in to call her. “Little Deer, it’s time.”

Bai Lu had no choice but to lock her screen and hand the phone to Sister Huahua. “Take good care of it for me! If anyone replies, you must tell me right away!”

Sister Huahua teased, “Could it be your Celestial Man?”

“It is, it is, it’s him!” Bai Lu replied eagerly.

Sister Huahua was speechless. This Bai Lu had no sense of restraint at all. She was far too curious—what kind of Celestial Man could so thoroughly captivate Bai Lu?