Rebirth: I Am the Wealthy Family (GL) - Chapter 32
The matter came to a close, and everyone finished their work. Gu Mingzhu had previously mentioned inviting everyone for a late-night snack, and she was true to her word, booking out the Huaqianshu venue. Chen Qianyu went with Ah He, and soon they met Han Dong’er, who looked quite well. Of course, the ones looking the best were Lang Yue and Lin Budong.
“How can I compare to you, Senior Brother Lin? You were the campus heartthrob, the maiden killer of our school. You wouldn’t believe how popular you were at our school back then. Whenever I mentioned your name in the dorm, everyone went crazy, haha. I benefited quite a bit from having you look out for me back then.” Lang Yue and Lin Budong walked forward arm in arm, and Lin Budong looked at Lang Yue with indulgence: “Oh? Really? Then how are you going to thank me?”
The two were laughing and chatting. Even Chen Qianyu, who was in a bad mood at the moment, felt a little better seeing them together.
“Qianyu, you’re here. I was looking for you for a long time. Why did you disappear just like that, making me search for you?”
Lang Yue immediately broke away from Lin Budong and came to Chen Qianyu’s side, smiling at Ah He. Just as Ah He was about to speak, Lang Yue pointed at him and said: “Ah He, don’t talk. I understand everything you’re going to say, I really do. Don’t worry, I mean, rest assured, I absolutely, definitely, and certainly won’t cause trouble, and I won’t drink this time, absolutely not.”
Ah He finally closed his mouth and said after a moment: “That’s good. You know how bad you are when you’re drunk!”
Of course, Chen Qianyu still didn’t know the full extent. When they entered the third floor of Huaqianshu, Gu Mingzhu had already arranged the private dining rooms. Chen Qianyu, Han Dong’er, Ye Fengzi, and others were in one room, along with other crew members, some of whom Chen Qianyu recognized.
“This is Shen Haiyang, the director of Legends of the Investiture of the Gods. I believe everyone should know him.”
Chen Qianyu had no impression of this person, but Han Dong’er, sitting beside her, was excited, almost jumping up: “Director Shen, aren’t you working in Hollywood? You’ve only ever directed movies. Are you directing a TV series this time? This…”
“Han Dong’er, I’ve seen you act, and it’s very good. Actually, it’s not surprising. Mingzhu and I are old friends. When she asked, I was naturally willing to come. Let’s enjoy the collaboration.” Director Shen raised his glass, and the others naturally joined him in raising their glasses.
“May the series be a huge success!”
After downing a glass of wine, Chen Qianyu stopped drinking. Lang Yue, sitting on her other side, was continuously mixing drinks for herself: “Lang Yue, drink a little less. This wine…”
“Qianyu, don’t you know I love drinking? I really love it!”
She said, drinking in large gulps. Ah He could only shake his head beside her, looking helpless. At this moment, Gu Mingzhu tilted her head, watching the waiter serve the food. They were all common dishes, as it was a late-night snack.
“Director Shen, do you have any suggestions for our drama? Or do you hope I can achieve any breakthrough in my performance?” Han Dong’er was very excited. Collaborating with an international director like Director Shen was simply wonderful.
“I’m just the director. I hope you actors use your own judgment when performing. I’m not the type of director who likes to lecture actors on how to act. It all depends on your own interpretation. However, my standards will not be lowered. You should know that my demands on actors cannot be simply described as harsh.” Shen Haiyang said very seriously, not sounding like a joke at all. Han Dong’er nodded understandingly.
“It’s alright, Director Shen, don’t make it sound so scary. If you keep talking like that, you’ll scare away my actor. Qianyu, right?” Gu Mingzhu smiled slightly at Chen Qianyu. She noticed that Chen Qianyu seemed distracted ever since she came in.
“Qianyu, Qianyu…”
Han Dong’er also noticed Chen Qianyu’s distraction and couldn’t help but remind her. Chen Qianyu finally returned to herself.
“Huh?”
“Qianyu, are you alright? You look very pale.”
As soon as Gu Mingzhu finished speaking, she coughed violently. She subconsciously took out a silk handkerchief to cover her mouth. It was worth noting that Gu Mingzhu’s silk handkerchief was not the common white or pink one used by most women; hers was entirely black. She covered her mouth, appearing very cultivated, yet it always felt like something was off. Finally, the coughing stopped, but Gu Mingzhu’s face turned pale.
“Excuse me, I have a bit of a cold today. Please enjoy your meal. I’m going back to my room to rest first.” With that, Gu Mingzhu hurriedly left the private room and headed towards her accommodation. Chen Qianyu’s gaze followed her the entire time, watching her open the door, leave, and close the door.
Chen Qianyu didn’t eat much during the meal, but Lang Yue beside her drank a lot.
“No, I want more. I can drink more!”
Lang Yue was slightly drunk. She smiled and lunged at Chen Qianyu, “Qianyu, I want more alcohol. Will you give me some? If you give me alcohol, I’ll tell you a secret!”
“How about I take you back, Lang Yue?”
Lin Budong offered to take Lang Yue back, but Lang Yue clung tightly to Chen Qianyu, refusing to let go.
“No need. I want alcohol. Qianyu, give me some alcohol.”
“You go back first. I’ll take Lang Yue back.”
In the end, Chen Qianyu had no choice. She and Ah He prepared to help Lang Yue back. Lang Yue was already completely drunk, reeking of alcohol. She grabbed Chen Qianyu: “Qianyu, I’m sorry, it’s all my fault. I didn’t know I would take that car. It’s all my fault…”
Lang Yue spoke intermittently, and then she started whimpering and crying. Chen Qianyu felt something suspicious.
“Lang Yue, what car?”
“Car? What car? Qianyu, what car? Give me alcohol. I want alcohol. If you give me alcohol, I’ll tell you the secret.”
Ah He also noticed the abnormality and exchanged a look with Chen Qianyu. He handed the bottled water in his hand to Lang Yue: “Here, drink this. Tell me, what exactly happened?” Chen Qianyu asked tentatively. Lang Yue smiled drunkenly and took it. She was very drunk.
“Then I’ll tell you. Actually, your sister’s car accident wasn’t an accident at all. It was deliberate. It was a person…”
“Who was it? Who was it…”
Chen Qianyu became agitated. She grabbed Lang Yue’s arm. Lang Yue smiled foolishly at her: “Haha, Qianyu, you’re so silly. You believe everything I say, huh? But I’m telling you, what I’m saying this time is not false…”
Chen Qianyu was about to continue asking, and the person’s name was about to slip out of Lang Yue’s mouth when Gu Mingzhu suddenly yelled: “Lang Yue, did you get drunk again?”
Lang Yue immediately woke up with a start and turned around to see Gu Mingzhu standing there.
“Director Gu…”