Chapter 8

The beautiful woman pouted her lips and asked, "Do you still remember who I am?"

The sea guest sensed a business opportunity and took the chance to say: "I have quite a few people on hand who have not entered the entertainment industry, occasionally taking on advertising promotions"

"Wife." Ning Huoxun's red eyes fixed on her hand, the ring finger bare. "I haven't seen you wear the ring I gave you."

After finishing the hot pot, the two bid farewell at the street corner

He stepped back

Ning Huo rubbed his body and opened his eyes. His crimson eyes shimmered with a drunken glimmer, resembling the rippling surface of a lake under the setting sun. He sat up, his right hand supporting his aching temple.

He was once the flower of spring, a dragon foal and a phoenix chick, but now... he is not serious at all

Talent shows are also a pathway to debut

Huang Yiyan forcefully twisted the flesh in his hand. "Get up."

The waiter pushed open the door and suddenly turned back to glance at Huang Yiyan

For safety reasons, Ning Huo sat on the single sofa and gently called her, "Wife"

"Do the extras still need to shoot on location?" Ning Huo brought over the garlic sauce in a small bowl from Haike and scooped a large spoonful into his own bowl

So it is still hopeless

Greet the waiter

The last time Huang Yiyan saw him drunk was on the day Ming Wangshu left. Tonight, it is likely for the same reason. Recalling his second uncle's high praise for Ming Wangshu, Huang Yiyan chose not to dwell on it.

What are you doing? Hai Ke was taken aback and said: "Don't eat it, give it to me."

Now we are like friends, like partners, but not like a couple

The dejected Haike arranged to meet Ninghuo the next day for hot pot. They dined at the same restaurant as yesterday, the spiciness made them tremble, and the heat caused them to sweat

The wedding ring he gave her back then is still locked in the drawer to this day. She has forgotten how many carats the diamond is, but in any case, it is not something a ride-hailing driver like her should wear

The beautiful woman with red lips said, "I am his friend." Her left hand, adorned with chestnut-red nail polish, gently glided over Ning Huo's chest

A cigarette rested between Huang Yiyan's index and middle fingers, quietly burning

After some contemplation, he answered seriously: "Impossible." He gave a self-deprecating smile and picked up the bottle to pour wine into the glass

He is sleeping on her lap, completely unaware

The first name in the address book is "AAA". With three A's at the top, the weight of importance is clear to the server

Where is the second uncle

The waiter came over to inquire

Both women mentioned the word "home". The waiter lowered his eyes and remained silent

Ning uses wine to dispel her sorrows, while she relies on smoking to invigorate herself

Boarding the train

When it comes to charm, Huang Yiyan is not without it; he simply prefers to wrap it in indifference

Just now, Ning Huo was drunk and broke a cup

Her singing voice is not as brilliant as gold, perhaps related to smoking

Ah. The sea guest said: "I am going to F City Film and Television City to shoot a period drama"

Ning Huo did not drink alcohol; he held a cup of passion fruit tea and took a couple of sips, asking, "Blind date?"

"It's not for fun, I just had some drinks." After clarifying, he boldly moved to sit next to her, the lingering scent of alcohol still on him, and asked, "Wife, are you feeling jealous?"

The beautiful woman raised her eyebrows and patted Ning Huo's face, "Ning Huo, Ning Huo, be good now, let's go home."

"Gaining weight is a good thing," he said. "I will buy you new ones."

Huang Yiyan was unaware that Bei Yu had another bar, and it took him a long detour to finally locate the entrance to the bar

The sea guest cooked the fish slices and asked: "What variety show is this?"

"A program about ordinary people discussing love." Director Ding took a bite of Sichuan pepper, which made his tongue tingle; he gulped down a large mouthful of beer and continued, "Though it is said to be about ordinary people, which audience doesn't want to see handsome men and beautiful women? After much selection, most of them are from within the industry."

You are drunk

In terms of skills competition, Haike stands no chance. He cannot sing, dance, or play basketball. As for beauty, at best he can be described as decent-looking. In summary, he has no prospects except for playing minor roles.

Director Ding looked up at Haike and said, "Hey, hey, I won't be happy if we talk about business during meals"

Haike listed a few names in his mind, "Is it okay for those who have taken e-commerce product photos?"

The waiter closed the door as he left

Director Ding pondered: "Is there anyone from the eighteen-tier background who has never appeared on television? Either male or female is fine. Acting skills do not need to be exceptional"

There is a boxed meal. The implication is that accommodation is at one's own expense. Haike stood up, saying, "I will go get the sauce"

Pain... Ning Huo immediately woke up. "Wife."

Her eyes were pitch black as she asked, "Is there anything concerning me?"

Just as I was enjoying my meal, the phone rang, and it was the assistant director of the variety show. Haike smiled and said: "Good evening, Director Ding, please feel free to advise me on any matters."

Huang Yiyan pressed the lighter, and the cigarette he was biting on released a plume of smoke

The sea guest observed Ning Huo through the steaming hot pot

The half cigarette in her hand fell

Haike has recently met a variety show assistant director, whose surname is Ding. The two have arranged to have hot pot together

Director Ding nodded and said, "You first select the information of a few candidates, we will review and approve it, and then arrange the interviews"

Ning Huo squinted slightly, threw the phone over, and said: "The first one in the contacts." His words were unclear, but the waiter understood.

Ning Huo was half-reclining on the sofa, with the back of his hand resting on his forehead, his eyes tightly closed, and his complexion as pale as that of a warbler.

Oh, you have plans with someone else tonight? Ning Huo seems to be entangled with many women, yet none of them admit to it. Every time Hai Ke thinks of this matter, he can't help but complain: the drought kills the dry, and the flood kills the wet.

Go home

After years of struggle and hardship, the tides of fortune have turned; the aesthetic of the tough guy is now outdated. What captivates young girls is precisely the exquisite and delicate beauty of men like Ning Huo. Haike said, "Director Ding, you must be joking. I am engaged in advertising planning, and I know quite a few people who are somewhat connected to the entertainment industry."

Ning Huo did not dare to accept it

Liu Yongyan said, "Which underground band is not steeped in smoke and rolling in alcohol?"

I glanced up inadvertently

However, Director Ding stated that even ordinary people must be handsome men and beautiful women

She suddenly tugged at Ning Huo's cheek

He truly wants to participate in a reality show for ordinary people to find love

Her eyebrows are slightly raised, concealing a smile, with the corners of her eyes gently drooping and the edges of her thin lips clearly defined. The upper half of her face exudes warmth and gentleness, while the lower half presents a sharp and fierce demeanor

Is it possible

Heaven is truly unfair, bestowing Ning Huo with a fine appearance and then granting him exceptional charisma. If Hai Ke possessed such looks, he would have long since entered the entertainment industry

Is it handsome or not, beautiful or not

The sea guest has returned to their seat, "I have arranged your itinerary for next week, remember not to be late."

"Alright, no more talking, no more talking." The sea guest quickly poured wine for Director Ding, diverting the topic and making Director Ding laugh heartily.

"Let's not talk about dating." He is already married, so what is there to discuss

"Then you must wear it," he said earnestly

In Huang Yiyan's memory, his body was a perfect blend of color, fragrance, and taste—a true beauty.

Huang Yiyan felt that she and Ning Huo were like a pair of lost travelers, forced to journey together in order to escape. However, she never anticipated how to handle their relationship after the escape.

"Haike, you rascal, the opportunity has come." Director Ding's voice was as loud as a bell

The media professional is unwilling to remain confined within the media circle and has been actively networking with various video platforms during this period

"Let's make another appointment another day." The beautiful woman on the left wanted to lean against his chest.

Huang Yiyan took a puff from his cigarette, "his brother." In the current situation, calling her a brother is better than explaining that she is his wife

A hurricane swirled in her eyes

The stunning beauty finally cast her gaze towards Huang Yiyan and asked, "Who are you?"

Tomorrow, I will personally deliver it to you. " Haike hung up the phone, rationally extinguishing his fervent desire to participate in the reality show. He briefly summarized the variety show and encouraged Ning Huo: " You perfectly meet Director Ding's requirements, and your romantic prospects are flourishing.

Huang Yiyan leisurely took out a cigarette case, half sitting and half leaning against the armrest of the other side of the sofa

The beautiful woman leaned down close, her left hand moving up to his face, "Good, we are going home."

Ning Huo leaned one hand against the wooden railing while using the other hand to wipe the sweat from his forehead with a tissue. His brows were relaxed, and his posture was at ease

Ning Huo grasped the hand of the beautiful woman, he moved his lips and murmured a few words

He mentioned the role of a supporting actor, "I will be going out to shoot a film next week, it should take about three to four days round trip"

"Eating causes bad breath." This is a direct quote from Huang Yiyan

She gave him a cold glance, and then heard him call out: "Old Huang!"

Hmm. Then what about those women around him? Upon reflection, those women are probably all listed in his contacts as "Baby." It is likely that Ning Huo himself cannot distinguish one from another.

Director Ding wiped his sweat and said, "After so many years of celebrity reality shows, now there are amateur variety shows emerging. If you say they are amateurs, there must be some requirements for their appearance. The station promoted an unknown internet celebrity from nowhere, whose photos looked quite beautiful, but on camera, it was truly awkward. Now it's too late to fix it, and I shouldn't have said anything. I asked the photographer to avoid shooting her other half of the face. Who would have thought she had quite a temper, felt her self-esteem was hurt, and quit. Now it's too late to fix it, and I shouldn't have said anything. I asked the photographer to avoid shooting her other half of the face. Who would have thought she had quite a temper, felt her self-esteem was hurt, and quit."

He leaned slightly against her shoulder and said, "I am tired"

"So you just ran off to have some fun?" She looked as if she had rolled through the snow in the middle of winter

Her left hand's little finger, adorned with a gold ring, shone in contrast with the black button of his shirt

I do not recognize it; who knows where it came from

Director Ding asked whether there are truly attractive ordinary men and women

Who is that woman

Please advise, Director Ding. The sea guest spat out the garlic in his mouth, fearing that he would scare away the opportunity.

Ming Wangshu said, when fine wine meets fire, laughter and conversation flourish, and one can drink a thousand cups without getting drunk

The beautiful woman in the flowing dress exuded endless charm and blew him a kiss

Huang Yiyan did not stop her, and she took out another cigarette. She has smoked two packs of cigarettes recently

Ning Huo shook his head and inadvertently noticed Huang Yiyan beside him. "Old—" the familiar address was about to slip out.

It is not a blind date; that is called a reality show. Talking about love is much more relaxed. You used to earn small amounts of money, but this time it could be substantial. Haike knows that Ning Huo entered this industry for the money, but Ning Huo is inherently lazy and often stays at home. Haike waved the whip, urging and pushing him like herding sheep up the mountain

The waiter awkwardly turned to the young lady and asked, "May I ask who you are?"

Accommodation and meals included

Hmm. The wife I have taken is legitimate and rightful

Of course, I will take care of your appearance

The ash nearly fell, and Huang Yiyan quickly took the cigarette from her mouth. She extinguished the cigarette and nudged him.

"How are you?" the beautiful woman asked with concern, gazing at him closely.

"Good." Ning Huo chewed a few bites of garlic, and he remembered that Huang Yiyan did not like the taste of garlic. He thought that when he got home tonight, he might have to brush his teeth several times before he could talk to her. Therefore, he poured out the garlic paste from the bowl

Fortunately, he did not engage. He turned around and saw his wife sitting in the position previously occupied by the stunning beauty, also crossing her legs. However, she lacked the charm of the stunning beauty.

The waiter quickly led her upstairs, "Mr. Ning has had too much to drink, and your name is first in his phone's contact list. We notified you to come over."

She reluctantly took a puff; the anesthesia of nicotine could make her thoughts more active. However, the taste was not pleasant, and the underground scene was chaotic, with marijuana and party drugs being used under the pretext of creativity. She still disliked the smell of smoke. Even during the most painful days after breaking up with Liu Yongyan, she did not touch a cigarette. Instead, recently, as the past gradually faded away, she began to smoke easily.

Inside the private room, a beautiful oriole has already flown in. She is strikingly attractive, wearing a fiery red dress with two buttons undone at the neckline, revealing a hint of red lace lingerie. Her right leg is draped over Ning Huo's waist, snow-white and glistening, as delicate as a flower.

Ning Huo did not expect it to be for this reason, he took her hand and said, "Aren't you wearing a size 9 ring?"

He regained his sobriety and saw her extinguishing the cigarette with her foot, twisting her toes left and right. He quickly invited the beautiful woman outside.

He is not bragging; he believes that his boastful mouth is quite capable of charming girls. Moreover, reality shows have elements of scripted performance, which can help him hone his acting skills

Well. Marriage is not a secret; it is just that others do not know the surname and given name of her husband

It is too small and cannot be worn. The smoke from her cigarette swirled between her brows

With her legs curled up, she occupied the long sofa. Her drowsy head kept drooping down until it finally rested on a soft pillow, allowing her to drift off into a comfortable sleep

Number 10

The beautiful woman is truly stunning. "Is it true or not?" However, upon seeing Huang Yiyan dressed in gray and black, there is not much femininity to be found

Surely I don't remember. Ning Huo smiled slightly, "Darling, I have some matters to discuss with Old Huang, so you can entertain yourself tonight."

Hmm. Huang Yiyan did not decline, as she assumed he was drunk. If she could casually say they would obtain a marriage certificate, then a wedding ring was not a significant matter.

Only two couples remain in the private room

Huang Yiyan pressed the lighter, and the tobacco ignited, "I am here to take him home"

In fact, she does not like smoking

No one heard clearly

The sea customer scooped a large spoonful of minced garlic from the sauce area