After Rebirth, the Cold and Aloof Film Queen Always Wants to Cuddle with Me - Chapter 32
Chapter 32
In that instant, she suddenly froze so hard that even her breath stopped. Her heart was clenched tightly, unable to move for a moment, as a suffocating sensation spread throughout her body. Even the “her” in the dream could feel this pain.
What followed was a cold, endless night—an infinite silence spreading all around her… Then came an even more terrifying dream…
Ye Ruihuan woke up from such a dream, still able to feel that unspeakable pain.
Awake, countless questions lingered in her mind. The latter part of the dream was blurry; too many strange things happened in between that she couldn’t explain. She didn’t know what the message’s content referred to exactly. Was the reason for the breakup really that night’s banquet? Ye Ruihuan didn’t think so. But from the other fragmented dreams, she was at a loss.
Somehow, she suddenly thought of Dong Yulan. Could it be because of that matter? Indeed, she was aware her initial intentions in getting close to Lin Ruijiao weren’t pure. Knowing Lin Ruijiao’s character, it was very likely she found out something.
Yet, Ye Ruihuan didn’t jump to conclusions. The dream provided too little information. She had a feeling she would dream the rest later—she believed it.
As Ye Ruihuan wandered at home, she hadn’t forgotten to have Assistant Li inquire about Lin Ruijiao’s schedule. But all the gigs were minor, or variety shows—events she didn’t like being involved with. In the end, she could only scroll through information about the little bunny online.
“Ye Jie, XX Magazine invited us for a cover shoot…”
“Okay, accept it,” Ye Ruihuan responded immediately. After so long, finally a decent gig. Of course she would go.
Assistant Li kept reporting other invitations, but most weren’t promising. Ye Ruihuan waved them off.
“Ye Jie, it seems XX Magazine also invited Miss Lin.”
Ye Ruihuan raised an eyebrow. “Great, then we’ll go together.” Her eyes lit up instantly.
She hadn’t expected the little bunny was doing quite well in the industry. In just a short time, XX Magazine invited her. For some reason, a sense of pride arose in her heart.
She wondered what Lin Ruijiao had been busy with outside—they hadn’t been home for many days. Thinking of this, Ye Ruihuan sighed softly, suddenly feeling like an empty-nest elder.
Without seeing Lin Ruijiao, Ye Ruihuan’s days dragged on like years—but it had only been five short days.
Finally, the magazine shoot day arrived. Ye Ruihuan was prepared early and arrived at the location, but the little bunny was nowhere to be seen for quite some time.
“Xiao Li, are you sure she’ll be here today?” She took a slow sip of coffee.
“The list says yes; maybe Miss Lin is still on her way.” Assistant Li wiped her nonexistent sweat from her temple. Her skills were solid; the news said Miss Lin should come.
But since so many changes had happened between Ye Jie and Miss Lin, she still felt uneasy. She secretly messaged Jingjing to ask.
Just then, a group of people walked in. The one smiling brightly in the middle was obviously Lin Ruijiao, the one Ye Ruihuan longed for day and night.
Before Ye Ruihuan’s happy expression could appear, her eyes swept and caught an unfamiliar person standing intimately close to Lin Ruijiao. The two were very close, and Ye Ruihuan’s gaze darkened.
She frowned involuntarily, glancing at the woman beside her, who seemed somewhat familiar, but she couldn’t recall her name.
“Ye Jie, that’s Chen Yin from Company A Entertainment. They worked together on the ‘Phoenix’ crew before,” the assistant quickly explained.
As Lin Ruijiao entered, she felt a familiar gaze. Looking up, she saw Ye Ruihuan sitting right ahead. How was she here?
Ye Ruihuan’s public appearances were notoriously picky; their resources were totally unequal. How could they meet here? Well, this was one of the world’s top four magazines, XX, so it was somewhat likely.
Chen Yin was an old acquaintance from the “Phoenix” crew. Later, they’d attended several events together, and in these days, they’d become quite close.
“Ruijiao, Ye Jie is here. Let’s go say hi,” Chen Yin quickly pulled her toward Ye Ruihuan.
Previously, the online rumors had been raging, and Chen Yin’s curiosity was piqued, so she asked Lin Ruijiao about their relationship. The truth was nothing like the rumors. Plus, with seniors around, it was natural to go greet her.
“Hello, Ye Jie,” Chen Yin called sweetly, a polite smile on her face.
“Hello, Ye Jie,” Lin Ruijiao followed softly. Besides keeping some mystery in front of the media, she told her friends that their relationship was neither good nor bad.
So coming over to say hi was a normal procedure.
“Mm.” Ye Ruihuan replied, but her gaze lingered on Lin Ruijiao alone, her eyes flashing with some unnamed meaning.
Her gaze finally locked on their linked arms. Instantly, her lowered eyes darkened again. She had never been so intimate with the little bunny.
Why could you? No matter who else, she was close with them—but not with her. The strong difference created an imbalance that roared wildly inside her.
When Lin Ruijiao saw Ye Ruihuan outside, she always felt uneasy, awkward, guilty, and embarrassed. She never expected to meet her in other places. She quickly pulled Chen Yin away.
Assistant Li took two steps back, knowing it was time to lower her presence. Ye Jie was clearly jealous; it was obvious even from afar.
Jingjing exchanged a glance with her, slightly nodding to convey a message only they understood.
According to the scheduled shooting plan, the makeup artist hurried over to apply makeup. Luckily, the hairstyles were simple—all black and straight—so just straightened and pinned up with an elegant traditional hairpin. But the makeup took some effort, with strong colors and a unique Chinese style.
After Ye Ruihuan changed clothes and came out, the two were already in the middle of the shoot.
Their outfits were ancient-style, luxurious and elaborate. One white, one black, with subtle patterns embroidered on the silk—gold patterns on the black, silver on the white. Jade pieces hung from their waists, exquisitely flawless.
Together they looked like twin flowers, striking in visual impact but both beautiful. Especially Lin Ruijiao in white robes, appearing delicate, pure, and flawless like a standing white lotus—pure and untouchable.
Ye Ruihuan was stunned for a moment. Her eyes were filled with only her, and everything else around blurred away. At the center, Lin Ruijiao was so pure and beautiful that Ye Ruihuan wished she could just step forward and hold her close.