Today I Will Also Be the Male Protagonist’s Rival - Chapter 7

“I- I’m… getting a nosebleed?”

Huo Shu’s face flushed red. She tilted her head back and grabbed a tissue from the table to wipe at her nose, overcome with embarrassment.

So disgraceful.

W-What would Su Yu-jie think if she found out?

Su Yu came out while rubbing her long hair. Seeing Huo Shu’s appearance, she couldn’t help but ask, “What’s wrong?”

Blushing, Huo Shu replied quietly, “Nothing…”

Su Yu quickly walked over, bent down, and lifted her chin to examine her carefully. “Too much internal heat?”
(Explanation: “Shanghuo” 上火 or “getting internal heat” is a traditional Chinese medicine concept that refers to an imbalance in the body often caused by diet or stress, leading to symptoms like nosebleeds or sore throat.)

Huo Shu was a little shy and responded with a soft “mm.”

“Silly girl.”

Su Yu chuckled and pinched her cheek. “Drink more water.”

Huo Shu responded with an “Oh.”

Su Yu sat down, still rubbing her hair while starting to change clothes.

“Don’t—”

Huo Shu didn’t have time to stop her. Su Yu’s hands were already on the drawstrings of her robe. The clothes loosened halfway, revealing her beautifully defined butterfly-shaped shoulder blades, which, under the lighting, took on a seductively glowing hue.

Pfft—

The nosebleed flowed even more furiously.

Huo Shu half-collapsed onto the sofa, covering her eyes.

Too humiliating!

“Su Yu-jie, don’t come over here. Let me rest for a bit.”

Su Yu raised an eyebrow in confusion. “Hm?”

Huo Shu didn’t answer.

She was afraid if Su Yu-jie came closer, she’d bleed out and die of bl00d loss.

As Su Yu continued changing clothes, she asked Iron Hammer inwardly, “Iron Hammer, what’s up with this weird little girl? Does she know I’m planning to go after Cheng Chen?”

【Emmmm, little girls… they’re bound to act a little strange every now and then.】

Su Yu suddenly understood.

After finishing dressing, she poured a cup of hot water and handed it to Huo Shu before sitting down. “Does it hurt?”

“No.”

Huo Shu shook her head and took a sip of the hot water.

“Then rest for a bit. Take a shower and we’ll go eat afterwards.”

“Okay.”

Huo Shu rested for a while, then went to take a shower. By the time she came out, it was already 7:30 PM.

The two headed out.

They arrived at the restaurant by 8:00.

When they entered the private room on the second floor, several people were already seated.

Su Yu locked onto Cheng Chen immediately and walked straight over to sit beside him.

Everyone at the table had varying expressions.

This woman really wasn’t shy at all.

Huo Shu followed behind, pouting unhappily.

What’s so great about Cheng Chen?

Why does Su Yu-jie always hang around him?

She huffed and sat down right next to Su Yu.

Cheng Chen casually observed the girl’s movements and chuckled softly.

Still young — she couldn’t even control the emotions on her face.

But, he understood.

He gave a light laugh and turned his attention back. Su Yu tilted her head and looked at him, her eyes full of mirth.

Two flowers — one dazzlingly beautiful, the other elegantly pure — set off each other perfectly, making a stunning scene.

Cheng Chen’s eyes darkened slightly, but he concealed his growing desire well, not letting it show.

The opening dinner banquet didn’t end until 10:00 PM.

After Director Wang left, the rest of the group dispersed. Cheng Chen and his assistant went to the restroom. When they came out, most people had already left.

“Film Emperor Cheng.”

In the dark night, a figure stumbled over. She was wearing a pitch-black long dress, her long hair tied up, with a few strands falling loosely. It made her small face look all the more pitiful.

Su Yu seemed drunk, her body reeking of alcohol. She clutched his sleeve and looked up at him. “Film Emperor Cheng, I… I like you.”

Cheng Chen was slightly stunned.

The assistant’s heart skipped a beat, and he hurriedly pulled her away. “Miss Su, you’re drunk.”

Good grief!

This was the city center, not some remote area — if this got photographed, it would definitely trend.

Brother Cheng never had any scandals. He couldn’t let it all go up in flames because of this seductress Su Yu.

“I really like you.”

Su Yu looked a bit wronged, clutching his sleeve tightly, staring at him with determination. “You don’t believe me?”

Cheng Chen snapped out of it.

Su Yu had incredibly beautiful eyes. Just a single glance could make someone’s heart itch.

And right now, those mesmerizing eyes were filled with only his reflection. He had to admit, at this moment, his vanity was immensely satisfied.

Cheng Chen pressed his lips together, then—against his better judgment—reached out.

Su Yu took a step back, a little sulky. “If you don’t like me, I won’t let you touch me.”

This version of Su Yu, without her usual daytime swagger, seemed suddenly softer.

Cheng Chen’s heart softened too. He reached out to stroke her long hair. “Be good. Listen.”

Su Yu responded softly, feeling secretly pleased.

“Iron Hammer, how was my performance?”

【Host, you nailed it!】

“Of course. You think I got my Best Actress award for nothing? Are my people in position?”

【Yes, they’re already taking photos.】

“Perfect.”

Su Yu understood. She staggered on purpose and let out a little cry.

Cheng Chen reached out to catch her and pulled her into his arms. “Are you okay?”

Su Yu shook her head slightly, her cheeks flushed. “Luckily I have you.”

Her lips were a vibrant red, her eyes glistening like water — it was enough to make anyone’s thoughts wander.

Cheng Chen’s gaze darkened. He leaned down.

Su Yu’s expression shifted.

???

This scumbag’s actually going for it?

She was just acting! She didn’t plan to sacrifice herself!

Just as she was thinking about how to refuse, a sudden cry interrupted them.

“Su Yu-jie, you—”

Huo Shu’s eyes were red as she bit her lip. “You… you said you were going to the bathroom, but then…”

She didn’t finish. Her eyes filled with tears.

Su Yu-jie lied to her.

She said she was going to the restroom. Huo Shu waited and waited, only to be told she had already left.

She was full of grievances, and then she walked in to see this scene.

Su Yu breathed a sigh of relief and used the opportunity to pull away from Cheng Chen.

The girl looked at her under the night sky, her little face full of hurt — as if Su Yu had done something wrong.

Su Yu suddenly felt awkward, her face turning slightly red. “Huo Shu, let me explain.”

Huo Shu bit her lip. “Go ahead.”

“I almost tripped. Film Emperor Cheng just helped me, that’s all.”

Huo Shu glanced sideways, teeth grinding. “Then why was his hand on your waist?”

“Uh… accident.”

Huo Shu was so angry she nearly fainted.

Did Su Yu-jie have no sense of self-preservation?

Did she not know how beautiful she was? How likable?

Cheng Chen just wanted to take advantage of her!

This silly older sister!

Huo Shu gritted her teeth, grabbed Su Yu, and turned around to leave.

Behind them, Cheng Chen smiled faintly.

Jealous?

Huo Shu dragged Su Yu all the way back to the hotel room. Only then did she sit down with a cold expression.

Su Yu looked up at her.

The little girl rarely got this worked up. It was kind of cute.

Su Yu pressed her lips together and sat down beside her. “Huo Shu?”

Huo Shu shifted away, face still cold.

“Huo Shu?”

“A Shu?”

“Talk to me, hmm?”

Su Yu leaned her whole body onto her, smiling teasingly. “A Shu, say something, hmm?”

Huo Shu was fuming.

Even now, Su Yu had no sense of danger. So careless!

Frustrated, she suddenly flipped over and pinned Su Yu down on the sofa, gripping her wrists. “Su Yu-jie, can you be a little more cautious?”

“Cheng Chen is totally lusting after your beauty — stay away from him!”