Why Does the Seductive Film Queen Keep Flirting with Me? - Chapter 39

Tang Wangyue was always trying to figure out what Yun Chuxian was thinking.

Yun Chuxian, on the other hand, seemed to anticipate so much—her collaboration with Jingwei Video and her subsequent development plans.

Oh, and she had also reached an agreement with Yun Jie, selling the final script she considered decent for 150,000 yuan per episode.

The remaining scripts were acceptable but not exceptional, so she decided not to sell them.

This sudden surge in copyright sales made Tang Wangyue instantly wealthy, netting her over ten million yuan after taxes.

Of course, this was the result of selling four scripts she had accumulated over several years. She likely wouldn’t earn such a sum in a single deal again.

She wondered what to do after the film crew wrapped up shooting—novels or scripts?

For her, writing novels took less time than crafting scripts, which required extracting the essence of her novels.

Perhaps she could write novels and then adapt them into scripts herself. Once Jingwei Video filmed her scripts and she had completed works to her name, her voice would carry more weight.

Just like Teacher Yun, a screenwriter of such caliber could influence entire film crews and even hold sway against capital.

Tang Wangyue hadn’t exactly been lying flat before, but she hadn’t been particularly diligent either. Now, however, she felt a genuine desire to work hard.

Yun Chuxian had a film scheduled for release during the Spring Festival holiday, reportedly aimed at securing her final Best Actress award and making a push for international recognition.

With numerous acclaimed works and a substantial collection of awards already under her belt, Yun Chuxian now needed a grand slam of accolades to solidify her position in the film industry. Achieving this would elevate her status beyond being just another Top Tier’s shadow, establishing her as a true peer among the industry’s elite.

Her greatest advantage was her youth. Still in her twenties, Yun Chuxian was younger than many actors in their early thirties who were still considered part of the new generation. The sheer volume of awards and representative works she had amassed at such a young age set her apart.

In this industry, the key was to be unique—irreplaceable.

While no one is truly irreplaceable, the higher one climbs, the less likely they are to be replaced.

Yun Chuxian had also founded her own company, promising even greater success in the future.

Having already reached the pinnacle of her acting career, she was now venturing into new arenas.

It could be said that Yun Chuxian never stopped progressing, even after reaching her current heights.

Tang Wangyue aspired to stand shoulder-to-shoulder with Yun Chuxian, at least in the realm of screenwriting. After all, reaching the same level as their teacher in this industry was nearly impossible.

She thought, If I work hard enough, I can become one of the industry’s benchmarks. Then, Yun Chuxian and I will be a perfect match in every way.

No one knew her plans, but some could sense a hint of her ambition.

When Mo Lai learned that Tang Wangyue had signed a three-script deal with Jingwei Video, she immediately sought her out.

A Yue, what were you thinking? Signing so many scripts at once with Jingwei Video? Don’t you know that if you’d signed just one script, and it became a hit, your market value would have skyrocketed?

Oh, my silly little sister, how could you be so naive?

Tang Wangyue tilted her head. But wouldn’t that be a gamble? What if it flopped? The scripts would be much harder to sell.

Mo Lai rolled her eyes. Others might not know you, but I do. Your talent speaks for itself.

One script at 12 per episode, the other two at 15 per episode.

Hearing the per-episode price, Mo Lai’s mouth snapped shut. She leaned closer. Jingwei Video is willing to pay you that much?

Thanks to Teacher Yun.

Tang Wangyue hadn’t asked Yun Chuxian about this, nor had Yun Chuxian volunteered the information.

Tang Wangyue knew in her heart that Ye Lingxi’s sudden change in attitude must be because of Yun Chuxian.

Yun Chuxian? Her?

Mm-hmm.

Tang Wangyue didn’t voice her suspicions, instead recounting what Yun Chuxian had taught her in the RV.

Mo Lai raised an eyebrow, shaking her head in amazement. I never imagined Yun Chuxian would help you.

She recalled the way Yun Chuxian had flirted with her sister last time, their gazes locking in a lingering, almost magnetic pull before the crowd.

Could they be secretly seeing each other?

Mo Lai’s suspicious gaze settled on Tang Wangyue’s face. A Yue, you two…?

Though she didn’t finish the question, Tang Wangyue understood her implication perfectly.

We two what? Tang Wangyue blinked innocently, feigning ignorance.

Mo Lai studied her for a moment before asking, Did you know that after Guan Ming returned home, he told his family he wanted Yun Chuxian blacklisted? Amazingly, the Guan Family actually agreed. The trending topics online were Guan Ming’s doing, but they quickly backfired. His company is now facing a massive crisis. The Guan Family pulled every string they could, only to discover they’d offended someone they shouldn’t have. Now they’re planning to make Guan Ming apologize to her.

The person she offended was Yun Chuxian. Yun Chuxian’s background is even more formidable than anyone suspects. Your godmother believes she might have taken her mother’s surname. Yun Chuxian once let slip a hint during an interview. If she’s a Yun, only the Yun Family of the capital wields such immense power. The Yun Family of Jing City boasts a lineage comparable to a museum, with many members in politics. You should search for Yun Teng, Yun Chuxian’s uncle.

Tang Wangyue opened a search bar and typed in Yun Teng. A Wikipedia entry appeared almost instantly.

The page featured only a passport photo. Since the person captured in the paparazzi shots that day had their face obscured, it would be difficult for anyone unfamiliar with the situation to connect the two.

But once you knew, comparing the profile in the paparazzi photo to the passport photo revealed an uncanny resemblance. The more you looked, the more obvious it became.

Yun Teng held a high-ranking position. If he was indeed Yun Chuxian’s uncle, everything that had happened recently suddenly made sense.

So, you’re saying Yun Chuxian is far more than she appears to be?

Tang Wangyue knew what Mo Lai was implying that she and Yun Chuxian were mismatched, perhaps even worlds apart. A family like Yun Chuxian’s would never accept their child having a same-s3x partner.

The obstacles to their being together were multiplying endlessly.

Mo Lai nodded. Yes, A Yue. I saw how you two interacted last time. Yun Chuxian is wonderful, but you need to prepare yourself. Even if you manage to be together, the pressure you’ll face will be an unbearable weight for your entire lives.

She had said these things countless times before, so she didn’t elaborate further. She merely posited how much resistance a family like Yun Chuxian’s would bring.

Tang Wangyue understood that Mo Lai meant well, but she and Yun Chuxian hadn’t even taken the first step yet. For now, Yun Chuxian’s attitude toward her was merely ambiguous.

Tang Wangyue’s greatest fear was that Yun Chuxian only wanted to flirt, not commit.

Many on-set couples grew close during filming, only to lose touch after production wrapped.

She believed Yun Chuxian wasn’t that kind of person, but the way Yun Chuxian acted—as if Tang Wangyue were a large pet to be teased—made her wonder if Yun Chuxian might simply give her away or put her up for adoption when she tired of her.

It wasn’t that Tang Wangyue didn’t want to take the initiative she simply lacked the right to do so. Without any sense of security, she knew that disrupting their current fragile balance would jeopardize their entire relationship.

There was one thing Mo Lai hadn’t considered her acquaintance with Yun Chuxian stemmed from a blind date, implying Yun Chuxian’s family approved.

Sis, Yun Chuxian and I didn’t meet on set. We met at a blind date before that.

A blind date? Mo Lai exclaimed in shock. You mean… the one Aunt Tang mentioned? The blind date you both liked was Yun Chuxian?

Perhaps overwhelmed by surprise, Mo Lai’s words lacked coherence.

Yes, Tang Wangyue replied, recounting the blind date with Yun Chuxian without reservation.

Mo Lai froze completely. This was too bizarre. Yun Chuxian on a blind date? And with Tang Wangyue? What kind of coincidence was this?

Yet the truth remained they had indeed gone on a blind date.

Wait a minute… Yun Chuxian likes women. With so many beautiful women in the industry, many of whom are lesbians, why didn’t she find someone within the circle?

Perhaps many celebrities prefer not to date within the industry.

What remained baffling was the sheer coincidence of Yun Chuxian ending up on a blind date with Tang Wangyue.

Aunt Tang had said they both liked each other and were preparing to meet each other’s families to discuss marriage arrangements.

If Mo Lai hadn’t witnessed how Tang Wangyue’s eyes could only see Yun Chuxian whenever she was around, she would never have believed A Yue could fall for a blind date.

But if the blind date was Yun Chuxian, that was a different story altogether.

If it was Yun Chuxian, and they were already discussing marriage, it felt utterly surreal.

How could Yun Chuxian possibly get married? Marrying at the peak of her career, as an actress, would have such a massive impact.

Then again, Yun Chuxian was just an actress with a large fanbase, not an idol who relied on fans for her livelihood. She was simply an actress, so marriage might not be such a big deal after all.

Still unable to believe it, Mo Lai asked again, Are you saying Yun Chuxian wants to marry you?

No.

That made sense. Yun Chuxian had no need to marry. Even if she wanted to pursue something with A Yue, they’d start by dating. Aunt Tang must have gotten carried away and misunderstood.

Tang Wangyue murmured, I don’t know what she means.

At first, they had indeed planned to marry. But after Tang Wangyue rejected the proposal, their relationship had taken an awkward turn, leaving them as ambiguous acquaintances with no other connection.

Mo Lai clicked her tongue twice. Your parents have already picked out wedding dates, and you two haven’t even started dating yet. I don’t even know what to say.

What wedding dates?

Aunt Tang had several dates chosen and was planning to let you two pick from them.

Tang Wangyue …… She was at a loss for words.

The truth was, their families assumed they were already sleeping together and would inevitably marry. Only the two of them knew their relationship hadn’t reached that point.

Oh, and now Mo Lai knew too.

Mo Lai took a deep breath. I was going to try to talk you out of it, but since Aunt Tang and the Yun Family have already agreed, I have nothing more to say.

She wanted Tang Wangyue to be happy. This was the path A Yue had chosen for herself, so what could she possibly say?

Tang Wangyue smiled. Don’t worry, I can handle it.

Then that’s all that matters.

The children had grown up and were forging their own paths. All they could do now was protect and support them.

Just then, the doorbell rang. Tang Wangyue was about to answer it when Mo Lai waved her hand. I’ll get it. I was just about to leave anyway.

The door opened to reveal Yun Chuxian standing outside.

Mo Lai’s eyes widened as she quickly pulled Yun Chuxian inside, then glanced around nervously like a thief.

Before she knew about their relationship, she wouldn’t have thought twice about it. But now, she couldn’t shake the feeling that getting caught would be disastrous.

In truth, both Yun Chuxian and Tang Wangyue had initially felt a bit guilty, like they were doing something wrong. But since they were both girls, no one would ever suspect anything.

Mo Lai gave Yun Chuxian a meaningful look, then sighed. Never mind. I’m leaving now. You two talk.

Finally, the third wheel had the sense to give them some space. A rare occurrence indeed.