"Miss Ning, please apply the blush lightly for me. I'm playing a pure and innocent woman who deserves sympathy, unlike some people who are playing seductresses and need to apply thicker blush to highlight their cheap nature. Besides, it's not just about acting like a seductress; their actions are no different from those of one!" Gu Jialan said, elegantly crossing her legs and tilting her head slightly for the makeup artist to help her with the blush, while deliberately making these remarks for Xinran to hear.
Xinran knew that Gu Jialan was being intentional, trying to provoke her. Although she didn't know the reason behind it, she realized that if things escalated, it would not only negatively impact her but also cause trouble for Chen Dao. She valued this opportunity and didn't want it ruined. However, she had to admit that Gu Jialan's words were quite harsh and did not match her appearance at all.
"Miss Ning, could you pass me that eyebrow pencil?" Xinran politely asked the makeup artist without acknowledging Gu Jialan.
"Sure, Miss Xia, please wait a moment!" Ning replied with a smile. She had been a makeup artist on set for many years and had seen all kinds of actors. Many had quarreled over trivial matters or even fought, regardless of how famous they were. For instance, the current actress, Miss Gu, was certainly not easy to deal with, while the provoked Miss Xia was genuinely composed. Thus, Ning had a good impression of Miss Xia.
"Wait, Ning! I haven't used that eyebrow pencil yet; why should she get to use it? She's just playing a seductress role; no matter how beautifully she applies it, it's just to attract men. Hmph!" Gu Jialan suddenly snatched the eyebrow pencil from Ning's hand and slammed it down on the vanity in front of her.
"Miss Xia, maybe you should wait a moment..." Ning awkwardly looked at Xinran.
"It's fine, Ning. I can do without it!" Xinran smiled reassuringly and stood up, planning to step outside. The small makeup room felt stifling because of Gu Jialan's presence. Her behavior reminded Xinran of the Xia sisters, and she really needed to step out to avoid losing her composure and treating Gu Jialan as if she were part of the Xia family.
As she passed by Gu Jialan's seat, Gu Jialan suddenly extended a foot, causing Xinran to trip and fall forward...
Fortunately, she managed to protect her face but landed hard on the floor with her knees hitting the ground painfully. She let out a low groan as her ankle got caught on the leg of a nearby table, sending a sharp pain coursing through her body.
"Ah, Miss Xia! Are you okay?" Ning hurried over to help her up.
Xinran lowered her head and bit her lip, trying hard to stand with Ning's assistance. However, her ankle hurt terribly... When she lifted her head, she unexpectedly saw a man at the door of the makeup room. He was dressed in a sleek black suit that fit his lean frame perfectly; his trousers clung nicely to his strong legs and looked quite appealing. However, Xinran wasn't in the mood to notice how handsome he was or how well-built he appeared. She was certain she didn't know this man and more importantly realized that her ankle was bleeding and likely serious.
Cold sweat quickly formed on her forehead as Xinran forced herself to stand up and sit on a nearby chair. The man remained there; for some reason, she felt as if there was an expression of concern on his face. Was that concern because of her? Did he recognize her?
"Summer, remember this well. This is just a small lesson for you. If you want to climb higher, that's fine, but don't go seducing men who are out of your league. Those men wouldn't even dare to provoke your seniors. What makes you think that as a third-rate star, you have the right? Let me tell you, this is the rule, and you'd better remember it!" Before Xinran could observe more about the man at the door, the instigator Gujialan had already launched into a stormy lecture, a lesson from her so-called senior to her so-called junior.
Xinran knew that the man Gujialan was referring to was none other than Augus!
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