Chapter 3

Alas, one must bow one's head when under the eaves.

Thanks to Teacher Meng's intervention, I was able to smoothly terminate my contract with Taifeng Entertainment. Not only did he cover a substantial amount of the penalty for me, but he also comforted me, saying, "You are only twenty years old; do not live like a ascetic. Your career has just set sail, and there is still a long way to go. Cheer up."

In this light, it is highly likely that Tang Yike did not let others know what she had written in the document

Before opening the document, Wang Yaxin had never imagined she would read such content: the melancholy experiences of a girl, as well as the secrets behind a female star's rise to fame

As long as I am reading or browsing the internet in the living room, no matter what I do, his gaze will be fixed on the carpet, feeling a sense of accomplishment whenever he finds a single hair. At first, I was also very cautious, but the place that allows one to relax both physically and mentally, to shake off constraints, is what we call 'home'

Seeing that I was being fooled by him, he said, "Aren't you going to write a book? Hurry, write it down.

The colleague leaned in closer, curiosity gleaming in their eyes, "Can you show me?"

Wang Yaxin believes that the answer is certainly no need. In her impression, Tang Yike has always been a qualified image of a film actress, as there is no trace of her in variety shows. Apart from the roles she has played, there is hardly any topic to discuss about her. When mentioning her, she is simply the charming young actress in the films, and no other adjectives come to mind.

The young female colleague approached with great curiosity, "Tang Yike?"

This encouragement truly moved me, and I couldn't help but open my heart to him. At that time, I was preparing to move out of the apartment I had been living in, but I did not want to return to my grandparents' house. I did not want my family to know that I had ended up in this situation; they only needed to remember the image of me before leaving home, confidently promising that I would take good care of myself and that I would earn a lot of money to come back.

At the age of twenty-three, Tang Yike possesses a face characterized by smooth lines and delicate features, adorned with a very clean makeup. Beneath her subtly defined brow bones, her eyes are exceptionally clear and full of spirit, entirely unrelated to the notion of gaudiness. Her beauty transcends mere skin and bone; it lies in the atmosphere she exudes, a blend of gentleness and resilience, making her akin to a white rose quietly blooming under the eaves of a rain-soaked roof.

Over time, I have become accustomed to being watched, and now I enjoy lying on the velvet sofa, squeezing a cheese sandwich in one hand while reading a book, completely able to ignore him

Director Chen said that I am too thin

"You will see it when it is released," Wang Yaxin said, teasingly. She then turned back to the notebook screen, preparing to contact the editor for revisions. After a moment's thought, she set this matter aside and first opened the document she had just been working on.

Although I added Tang Yike on WeChat, she has only communicated with Tang Yike's team. The message prior to this WeChat message was still a reminder for friend verification.

How could Tang Yike know that she had not finished reading? With this question in mind, she continued to read on

Thus, I moved in here to become his cat, no, rather, a resident, without ever paying rent

No matter how beautiful the chocolate is, it still needs to be tasted by someone. Even if you do not eat it, it will eventually expire. But as for Teacher Meng, he insists on keeping it as a collectible and does not allow me to eat it, reasoning that, "You are about to go to the mainland to film, and if you become accustomed to this chocolate, what will you do when you can't find it? Just eat some from the supermarket instead."

I did not intend to delve into anything, but Teacher Meng could not help but talk to me about the past—his family did not support his dream of becoming a singer and insisted that he study medicine; otherwise, the family door would be closed, leaving him to fend for himself. At that time, he had just entered the industry and had completed a film, but the money he earned was not enough to rent a place, and he had not encountered a kind-hearted boss. He had no choice but to sleep in McDonald's, and when he could not sleep there, he had to study medicine instead.

During her first phone call with a celebrity, Wang Yaxin couldn't help but sit up straight in a serious manner. She quickly uttered "no" and "hello" a couple of times before getting to the point, which was to repeat the WeChat message she had sent.

Discussing the matter of writing a true book, she is quite a nice person said Wang Yaxin without hesitation

The gossip radar of women is truly remarkable. Wang Yaxin vaguely said, "Um, it was an old friend of hers."

After listening, Teacher Meng said to me, if you don't mind, I have a vacant room at my home

I did not make a mistake in the title of this section. Teacher Meng's original name is Meng Pingsheng. I wonder if it is because the pace of life in Hong Kong is too fast that people glance at his name and mistakenly call him Meng Shengping. He has been wronged since childhood and has harbored this grievance, thus he adopted Meng Shengping as his stage name.

However, does Tang Yike need to take risks and rely on self-explosion to attract attention

Perhaps thinking of him, Wang Yaxin unconsciously asked, "Do you know about her and Fang Bo'an's affair?"

She seemed to have heard Tang Yi chuckle, and then said in a cheerful tone, "You definitely haven't finished watching."

A colleague displayed her phone screen, which should be a photo taken by a fan

After hanging up the phone, she recalled Tang Yike's voice, which was quite pleasant, neither sharp nor hoarse, and combined with her calm speaking pace, it resembled the delicate texture and hazy color of organdy

Wow, what was said

I can shop online

This is my writing | True writing

Wang Yaxin silently read the message she had sent several times, yet still received no reply, before finally detaching her thoughts from it and turning to do other things

Contradictorily, Teacher Meng is also very enthusiastic about charity, never hesitating in this regard. In earlier years, he served as the president of a charitable organization. Every year before the winter vacation, he takes New Year gifts to visit the school for visually impaired children that he supports. The next day, I have to rush my schedule, so I can only accompany him the night before to help him affix Braille labels on his new album.

In addition to being enthusiastic about cleanliness, Teacher Meng is also particularly frugal. For instance, the editor-in-chief I met while shooting for a magazine sent two boxes of brand-name chocolates from France, which are renowned as the most beautiful chocolates in the world, costing one hundred dollars per pound

If Meng Shengping becomes famous, it will be a source of pride; if not, it will be seen as "Look, what a bad name this is!"

As her first reader, Wang Yaxin strangely developed a sense of affection for her... What on earth is this little girl thinking?

When I untied the ribbon on the chocolate box, he suddenly had a bright idea and said, "Hey, aren't you on a diet?"

Indeed, she is quite good

Mr. Meng's dream in his youth was to sing and release albums. At the age of seventeen, he signed with a record company. Because he was quite handsome, the company recommended him to act in television dramas, and subsequently in films, becoming a popular star in the entertainment industry for over a decade. Now, in his forties, he is fully dedicated to his singing career, holding concerts at the Hong Kong Coliseum every year, with the goal of winning the Golden Needle Award

Wang Yaxin nodded

The days of being homeless brought him unease, fatigue, and confusion, which he has always found difficult to forget, and he fears he will carry them to his grave, resulting in a strained relationship with his family to this day

I foolishly asked, is the trophy of the Golden Needle Award just a needle? He raised his hand as if to hit me, but I dodged to the side, and he gave up and went to make coffee. While in the kitchen, he felt the need to explain, "You should carefully consider my image; I am a person with a strong sense of responsibility and a great sense of mission"

If it were printed and circulated in the market, how much news would it generate? One might inadvertently provoke a defamation lawsuit, dragging even the publisher into the fray, while the only ones truly pleased would be the entertainment media platforms, boosting their readership.

Editor Yaxin? I am Xiaoke. I have poor internet on the road. Is it convenient to call? I hope I am not disturbing you

Wang Yaxin felt a sense of relief in her heart and naturally agreed wholeheartedly

Listening to the tone of maintenance, Wang Yaxin couldn't help but ask her, "Are you her fan?"

When I became aware of this story, I did not intend to write it down. However, Teacher Meng said that this is how things are in the world: when you first hear it, you find it intriguing, but upon further reflection, it truly seems uninteresting. Ultimately, how it is will have to wait for several years, allowing those who revisit this story to decide.

The polite lie was exposed, and Wang Yaxin felt a moment of embarrassment. Before she could raise any questions, Tang Yike said, "I would appreciate it if the editor could make more revisions for me. If it really doesn't work, I can rewrite it."

I noticed that he has a small habit; every time he puts up a sticker, he gently taps it twice, as if to give it a kind of assurance

Wang Yaxin did not scroll down the document any further. She opened the WeChat page and sent a message to Tang Yike: "Xiao Ke, I have received your email. After a brief look, I was surprised at how well you wrote. However, some content can still be omitted, as we need to cater to the public. Being cautious and meticulous is always a good approach. If you agree, I will have the editor modify and polish your original manuscript, which may involve significant cuts. If you think of anything you want to add, feel free to let me know."

He had no more words to say

"Who?" A colleague shook their head, "Actually, I am just a casual fan of her looks, and I don't know much about her. Who are you talking about? The person she mentioned? Her first love?"

Mr. Meng's home is an old-fashioned English townhouse with a history of over 100 years, one of the buildings that is much cheaper than the villas in Mid-Levels. However, the charm of the garden apartment is profound, with its plaster-white walls, simple eaves, and symmetrical windows, everything is so elegant and steady. In the morning, you can brew a pot of coffee, allowing the aroma to fill the sunlit room facing the small garden, then select a piece of your favorite vinyl, place it on the turntable, and enjoy a captivating moment away from the hustle and bustle.

Although he did not become a doctor, he has developed the habits of a doctor, striving to keep his hands dry and clean. However, I believe this habit is innate, as his way of relieving stress is through organizing and cleaning.

Until a strange number called her mobile phone

At such a young age, it is rare for her team to remain composed, and she is about to participate in the filming of a movie produced by an overseas distribution company. The film is directed by the internationally renowned Chinese director Zhang Ren. It is easy to imagine that when the movie is released, her value will soar, and her future will be bright.

After a period of time during which we often crossed paths without directly seeing each other, I noticed that regardless of whether he was closing his computer or shutting a book, he felt compelled to wash his hands thoroughly after using them. His frequent handwashing reminded me of the moment I witnessed him at the MV shooting site, where he carefully wiped his hands with a wet tissue after shaking hands with someone.

Fang Bo'an has a keen eye and speaks directly to the point; this is a face that tells a story

He likes his home to resemble a museum, with furniture arranged in an orderly manner, free from dust, and he wishes he could cover all the decorative items with glass domes

She was initially concerned that Tang Yike would stubbornly insist on showcasing her unique life experiences, and that it would take considerable effort to persuade her to agree to edits and deletions. To her surprise, it was so effortless, and it was not in vain that she felt a sense of familiarity.

However, living alone, although comfortable, he occasionally feels lonely and really wants to have a cat, yet he is allergic to cat fur

I suppose so, I have been following her Weibo, and I feel she is quite an interesting girl. Mainly, I am very taken by her looks; she is my phone's lock screen.