Today I Will Also Be the Male Protagonist’s Rival - Chapter 13

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Su Yu let out a sigh of relief, casually tossed her phone aside, and patted her flushed cheeks. “Finally scared off that scumbag.”

Ling Qingqing looked complicated.

Who said Su Yu couldn’t act?

Are the people in the entertainment industry all blind?

Cheng Chen, such a sharp guy, was completely played by her—how could someone with that kind of skill be just a pretty face, a so-called ‘vase’ with no substance?

“What are you looking at?”

Su Yu waved a hand in front of her face, then suddenly remembered something and gave her a sideways glance while propping up her head. “Still thinking about Cheng Chen?”

“No…”

Ling Qingqing snapped out of it, tucked her hair behind her ear, and gave a self-deprecating smile. “I just didn’t expect that someone like Cheng Chen, who always prides himself on being smart, would have a day like this.”

Cheng Chen was indeed smart—otherwise, with so many people in the industry, why had no one ever questioned his character?

Su Yu chuckled softly and leaned back lazily. “He’s smart, but I’m not stupid either.”

She paused briefly, then let out a light snort. “Right now, he’s probably lost in his little dream. The ‘devoted lover’ act… tsk, he wants to play that card? I won’t let him!”

Having been in this industry so long, Su Yu knew exactly what kind of game he was playing.

These days, young girls go for that kind of thing. He wanted to use the opportunity to skyrocket his popularity—but did she agree? Not a chance.

Ling Qingqing was silent for a moment before raising her head. “What do you plan to do?”

Su Yu didn’t answer but changed the subject instead. “Before you and Cheng Chen were involved, did he flirt with any other actresses?”

She knew Cheng Chen too well.

That man was arrogant and ruthless—he would never dangle only one woman like Ling Qingqing.

Ling Qingqing’s body stiffened slightly, and she murmured two names, “Ren Qianxia, Yang Bing.”

Su Yu’s eyes flicked open. She did a quick search and curled her lips. “What a coincidence—both committed suicide due to depression.”

There was a hidden implication in her voice, along with scorn.

Ling Qingqing’s face went pale. Her fingers dug into her palms, but she didn’t even notice, lips pressed tightly together.

Su Yu leaned forward, patted her cheek lightly, and let out an indifferent snort. “Qingqing, you’re a smart girl. Whether it was an accident or a coincidence—you should know deep down.”

Cheng Chen had always been careful.

He climbed the ladder using those two, but how could he have left them alive?

In the entertainment industry…

Who can really tell what’s real and what’s fake? The death of a celebrity doesn’t even stir up a ripple.

If he ever sensed danger, Ling Qingqing would be next.

And Su Yu believed Ling Qingqing knew that too.

“I know.”

Ling Qingqing pressed her lips together, her voice barely audible. “Don’t say any more, okay?”

“Okay, fine. But tomorrow you need to visit me on set.”

Ling Qingqing looked confused.

Su Yu tilted her head, her long, beautiful eyes glancing at her meaningfully. “Take a guess… what kind of reaction will Cheng Chen have?”

This version of Ling Qingqing wasn’t what Su Yu wanted.

What she wanted was a Ling Qingqing filled to the brim with hatred for Cheng Chen.

Women, after all, often refuse to give up until they hit rock bottom. They always hope men will still have feelings for them.

Ling Qingqing was smart, but she was still a woman. She couldn’t avoid falling for Cheng Chen.

If Cheng Chen didn’t personally crush her hope, how could she truly wake up?

Ling Qingqing’s expression wavered for a moment.

Cheng Chen.

His gentle and handsome face surfaced in her mind—so vivid even after all this time.

She came back to herself and replied, “Alright.”

9:30 AM, Next Day

Su Yu arrived on set.

Filming was already in progress, everything in perfect order.

When they saw her arrive, Director Wang handed off the directing to the assistant and teased with a smile, “Finally found time to show up?”

“Director Wang, listen to what you’re saying.”

Su Yu curled her lips and smiled politely. “There’s a lot going on at the company. I had to rush around to different gigs. Now that I finally have a break, I hurried over.”

Director Wang had a good relationship with the original Su Yu—something not many in the industry knew.

She’d only just found out. Back in the early days, when Director Wang wasn’t yet well-known, very few actors were willing to take his projects—except the original Su Yu.

Over time, a bond had formed.

No wonder. She had always wondered how Shengshi Media had managed to land the female lead in Director Wang’s film. So this was the reason.

Several staff members noticed her and lit up.

“My idol is here!”

“Pfft, how is she your idol?”

“She rejected Movie King Cheng! If that’s not idol-worthy, what is? Su Yu is awesome!”

Huo Shu also looked over, eyes lighting up as she instinctively took a step forward.

“Huo Shu! What are you doing? You’re filming—why are you getting distracted?”

The assistant director waved his arm and shouted loudly, “Do you want to delay the whole crew’s schedule because you’re being irresponsible?”

His voice was so loud that Su Yu and Director Wang looked over.

Huo Shu’s face turned bright red in an instant, full of shame.

Ahhh what do I do?!

I embarrassed myself in front of Su Yu-jie!

She bit her lip in frustration and apologized, “Sorry, Director Yu. I’ll pay more attention next time.”

“Retake!”

The assistant director snorted and started the shoot over again. This time, thankfully, they passed.

Huo Shu let out a breath of relief, practically jumping for joy as she ran toward Su Yu.

But after a few steps, she suddenly froze.

Standing beside Su Yu was an elegant beauty in a yellow dress, with graceful features and a gentle demeanor—she looked like a proper young lady from a wealthy family.

Huo Shu’s expression darkened.

Damn! Where did this fox spirit come from?!

Note: “狐貍精” (húli jīng) literally means “fox spirit,” a mythical creature often portrayed as seductive and manipulative. In modern slang, it’s used to insult women perceived as flirtatious or trying to seduce men.