Xianyu And Protagonist A Are Together Chapter 14
byChapter 14: Should We Team Up?
Wen Mian tossed a french fry into her mouth and replied perfunctorily, “Yes, yes, yes. So, are you going to call the others down now?”
Wang Qiang clenched his fist, then awkwardly relaxed it. Damn it! He had only remembered to mess with Wen Mian and completely forgot about the other guests.
But! As an excellent director, he would never admit his mistake. This was, of course, part of his plan.
Wang Qiang nodded. “Of course I’m calling them, but I won’t be the one doing it. Mian Mian, you go call them.”
Wen Mian crunched on her fry. “I can go call them, sure, but on one condition.”
Wang Qiang had anticipated this and readily agreed. “It’s just one condition, no problem!”
Wen Mian’s eyes widened slightly. She wasn’t going to object this time? Boring.
She simply stood up and headed upstairs. Wang Qiang winked at the cameraman and quickly followed.
*
She first went to the third floor to call Wang Mo and Song Xue, then returned to the second floor and knocked on Zhang Yunxi and Su Shiqiu’s doors.
Zhang Yunxi bounced out, immediately linking arms with Wen Mian, her voice sweet. “Mian Mian, what’s up?”
Wen Mian pointed at Wang Qiang behind her. “We have a new task.”
Zhang Yunxi’s face drooped, and she gave a small “oh.”
Finally, they arrived together at Gu Man’s door. Wen Mian bent her finger and knocked twice. Her slender fingers looked even fairer against the backdrop of the wooden door.
Gu Man lowered her head and opened the door, her narrow phoenix eyes half-lidded, her gaze deep.
A tailored suit fit her figure perfectly, making her look even taller and more statuesque. Her voice was soft. “Thank you for the trouble.”
Wen Mian didn’t immediately react. Trouble for what? She looked up and met Gu Man’s eyes. Her pupils were dark as ink. Wen Mian suddenly realized—oh, she meant the trouble of calling her.
She gently shook her head. “No trouble at all.”
The live stream audience was confused.
Who can tell me what they are talking about?
Trouble for what? How does the distinguished member not know!
Do these two have other interactions, please tell us?
Hmm… I think I understand a little, but I don’t know if I’m right… mainly because it feels a bit ridiculous…
Ridiculous or not, tell me!
She must be thanking Wen Mian for coming to call her?
For a moment, the audience in the live stream fell silent. That’s it? And she said ‘thank you for the trouble’? Are you kidding me?!
Not understanding, and not respecting the silence, everyone continued watching the broadcast.
*
Sitting together in the living room, everyone listened to Wang Qiang ramble on.
“After a busy day of work, everyone must be eager to relax, but how should we relax? Going out to play, we don’t have the energy; staying home is so boring!”
“Therefore, considering the hard work of the farmers, we have decided to host an evening gala full of joy and happiness for them. The gala members will be—all of you talented individuals!”
“As for the performances, everyone can form teams and choose the acts you wish to perform!”
A gala?! Man Man is going to perform? I’m so excited!
Ahhh! My Queen Man Man! Director, I declare my love for you!
I love this, I want to see what Wen Mian performs!
Me too. She can definitely make me laugh.
The Wen Mian who was being discussed frowned, raised her hand, and asked, “Director, although your intentions are good, given that there is still farm work to be done, are you sure everyone will be willing to come watch the gala? Also, I see most people here are elderly. Will they have the energy?”
Wang Qiang’s heart sank. A sudden flash of inspiration hit him. Right! How could he forget that the elderly might not want to watch a gala!
The live stream audience also snapped back to reality and started discussing animatedly.
That’s true. Elderly people are exhausted after a day of farm work. They might not want to come.
Wen Mian is right. Forget the elderly, even I wouldn’t sacrifice my rest time to watch a gala when I have to work the next day.
Then what should we do? Will I not get to see the gala?
Wang Qiang glanced at the rapidly scrolling comments, pondered for a while, and suddenly his eyes lit up. “Since Mian Mian brought up this issue, we definitely need to solve it.”
“How about we make this an agricultural aid gala? Everyone uses their performances to attract an audience, and the resulting aid money will be distributed by you to the farmers.”
Wen Mian nodded thoughtfully. That was a good idea.
Zhang Yunxi broke into a wide smile, her tone excited. “That works! I agree! I can even help them take photos and post them online. The price should be higher that way.”
Su Shiqiu smiled gently. “Definitely. Xi Xi’s photography skills are so good!”
Netizens in the live stream clutched their hearts, indicating they were shipping the pair.
With the problem solved, everyone enthusiastically started forming groups.
Song Xue wore a slightly shy smile and moved toward Gu Man, her voice sweet. “Jie Jie Man, can we sing together?”
Zhang Yunxi pouted, nudged Wen Mian’s arm, and spoke with clear disapproval. “Jie Jie Man? I’m a Jie Jie too!”
Wen Mian quickly glanced at the camera out of the corner of her eye, immediately covered Zhang Yunxi’s mouth, and whispered, “Be careful.”
Zhang Yunxi blinked, nodded, and signaled: I know, you can let go now.
Wen Mian exhaled, no longer looking toward Gu Man, and instead asked, “What are you planning to perform?”
Hearing this, a hint of awkwardness appeared on Zhang Yunxi’s face. She lightly pointed to Su Shiqiu beside her. “That…”
Wen Mian paused, then made an OK gesture. I know you two are inseparable, I understand! I understand everything!
Zhang Yunxi giggled, wrapped her arm around Wen Mian’s, and said affectionately, “I knew Mian Mian was the best!”
Wen Mian extended her index finger and pushed her forehead, a doting curve at the corner of her eye. “Alright, go on, don’t bother me.”
Zhang Yunxi rubbed against her forcefully. “Hmph! I’m going to bother you forever!”
As soon as she said this, a few dark shadows flickered in Su Shiqiu’s eyes. She smiled at Wen Mian and pulled Zhang Yunxi away.
As soon as the two left, Wang Mo immediately leaned in, her peach blossom eyes fixed on Wen Mian. “Mian Mian, should we team up?”
Wen Mian asked curiously, “What are you planning to perform?”
“A skit, maybe. I’m not very good at singing or dancing. My singing is a bit tone-deaf, and as for dancing, it looks like a fight.” Wang Mo scratched her head sheepishly, giving a simple, honest smile.
Haha, I can vouch for that! Mo Mo really can’t sing or dance!
Is it just ‘not good’? It’s a disaster zone!
I say, are you even fans? Can’t you save some face for Mo Mo!
Haha, I might not be a fan, but I really want to laugh! Hahaha…
Mo Mo says: Having you all is my blessing.
The CP fans were not to be outdone and started making noise.
Am I the only one concerned that our “Mo Mian” CP is finally teaming up?!
Sister, you get me! My moms are finally working together again! Ahhh! I’m going crazy!
Wen Mian chuckled, just about to nod in agreement, when a warm breath suddenly brushed past her ear.
“Wen Mian, would you like to perform together?”
Wen Mian’s ear twitched, tinged with a faint red, and the small of her back felt slightly numb. She quickly stepped back and turned to look at Gu Man.
Gu Man calmly straightened up, as if she hadn’t just done that, and repeated the question. “Should we team up?”