Reborn in the Hong Kong entertainment industry in the 1980s

Hu Xiaoxiao did nothing else but wait for news about the movie "The Magic Contract." If things went smoothly with Philip and they secured investment, there would be some word about it. They might even create some buzz and generate some pre-release hype for the film.

Meanwhile, Dong Peiyu would call Philip every day or two to analyze the progress of the matter from Philip's words.

Even though Philip was unwilling to reveal the inside story of Hamlet Company to Hu Xiaoxiao and spoke evasively, Hu Xiaoxiao still managed to get what she wanted from various clues.

When Philip finally secured additional investment, which was twice the amount originally planned, even the usually composed Philip couldn't help but show a hint of smugness.

Philip opened a bottle of his prized red wine and lit a beautifully patterned, luxuriously designed vintage cigar, then quietly began to enjoy it.

Holding a glass of red wine in one hand and a cigar in the other, Philippe sat back on the luxurious and comfortable sofa, his eyes slightly closed, listening to the beautiful music with rapt attention.

“Mr. Philip.” This is the carefree scene that Hu Xiaoxiao saw when she arrived at Philip’s residence.

Philip opened his eyes. "Miss Xiaoxiao, you're here too?"

He only knew that Dong Peiyu was there to discuss business, but he didn't expect Hu Xiaoxiao to come along as well. This was the most proactive Hu Xiaoxiao had ever been since he met her.

Philip felt a strange sense of satisfaction when he wondered if Hu Xiaoxiao had taken the initiative to come to him. Was she trying to curry favor after hearing about the huge investment? Was she afraid of losing such a big production?

In this way, he would be in the upper hand.

Thinking of the difficulties Hu Xiaoxiao had caused him in the past, Philip became somewhat vengeful and acted arrogantly. Unlike before, when he would greet Hu Xiaoxiao warmly and politely with words of praise, he continued to sit on the sofa without changing his posture.

"It's an honor to have Miss Xiaoxiao grace us with her presence. Please have a seat." Philip said politely, but his actions showed no respect whatsoever, not even gesturing for his guest to sit down.

Furthermore, after slowly taking a sip of his drink, Philippe also slowly took a puff of his cigar.

Hu Xiaoxiao seemed oblivious to Philip's arrogance, her smile remaining unchanged as she said, "I didn't originally intend to come, but I felt it would be impolite not to say goodbye to Mr. Philip before returning to China, given how long I've known him. So, seeing that Sister Dong was coming to discuss business with Mr. Philip, I came along with her to bid him farewell."

Philip was taken aback: "Saying goodbye? You're going back to your country?"

Everything was agreed upon, everything was settled, the start date for filming was set, and yet she still wants to go back to China?

The sudden news caught Philip completely off guard; he nearly dropped his cigar. Without a second thought, he stood up and asked again, still shocked, "Miss Xiaoxiao, at a time like this, you're going back to China?"

Although he was pleased to secure the additional investment, the product placement with the two major brands was the main condition for him to obtain the additional investment. If Hu Xiaoxiao suddenly resigned from the show and returned to China, what would happen to the subsequent work?

The contracts signed between the two major brands and Hamlet Company designated Hu Xiaoxiao as their representative. Once Hu Xiaoxiao leaves, the investments of the two major brands will be withdrawn immediately.

Philip just wanted to give Hu Xiaoxiao a hard time and get revenge for the previous humiliations he'd suffered; he didn't want Hu Xiaoxiao to drop out of the film. The movie's preparations were in their final stages, and he couldn't afford such a blow.

Hu Xiaoxiao seemed oblivious to Philip's shock, maintaining her elegant and composed smile as she took out her plane ticket from her bag and said, "Yes, I've booked a ticket back to China for tomorrow. I came here today to say goodbye."

At this moment, Philip had no time to enjoy himself or save face. He threw his wine glass and cigar on the table, picked up Hu Xiaoxiao's plane ticket, and saw that it was for tomorrow.

“Miss Xiaoxiao, the movie is about to start filming, what do you mean by this?” Philip asked, suppressing his anger. “Are you dissatisfied with the costumes again? But didn’t you say you would handle the costumes yourself? Are you dissatisfied with your current treatment? What are you dissatisfied with, what else do you want? Just say it!”

Hu Xiaoxiao said with a puzzled look, "How could that be? I'm very satisfied!"

"Then why did you go back to China?"

Hu Xiaoxiao leisurely found a sofa chair and sat down, then asked again, puzzled, "Mr. Philip, why are you so agitated? I said I was going back to China, not that I was quitting the performance."

"But the movie is about to start filming!" Philip was frantic; he almost wanted to kneel down before this old lady.

"It's precisely because the movie is about to start filming that I'm going back to China."

"you……"

Just as Philip was about to lose his temper, Hu Xiaoxiao finally revealed the reason for her return to China: "I returned to China for the sake of the costumes. Although the costumes in the movie are provided by a brand, in order to create an oriental element and fit the image of an oriental wizard, I need to go back to China to choose a costume and select props."

"You returned to the country for this matter?" Philip's heart, which had been pounding violently, seemed to stop for a few beats before it started beating again.

Scared him to death!

It was all because of this.

Hu Xiaoxiao asked him curiously, "Otherwise, what did Mr. Philip think I came back to China for? Oh, was it because he was worried that I wouldn't wear the brand's costume and that would be a breach of contract? Don't worry, I already discussed the costume with Mr. Felix when we were negotiating. Mr. Felix knows about this oriental costume and even recommended a few innerwear pieces to me. So Mr. Philip, you don't need to worry. We've already agreed on the costume, and there won't be any changes."

Philip wiped his forehead; he had even broken out in a sweat from his earlier anxiety.

This time, he dared not be pretentious anymore. He personally took out his treasured wine, poured a glass for Hu Xiaoxiao, and handed it to her. He also poured a glass for Dong Peiyu, and his attitude returned to its previous gentleness and politeness.

“Miss Xiaoxiao, this is a fine wine I’ve treasured for many years. Please enjoy it,” Philip said sincerely. “If I had known Miss Xiaoxiao was coming, I should have prepared even more precious food to welcome her and celebrate our collaboration. I’ve never met a partner as beautiful, capable, and compatible as Miss Xiaoxiao. I’m so lucky. I’ve heard that Miss Xiaoxiao is a gourmet? That’s wonderful! Besides work, I enjoy eating. In this respect, Miss Hu Xiaoxiao and I share the same hobby, which shows how destined we are. I frequent a Michelin three-star restaurant with excellent food. Would I have the honor of inviting Miss Xiaoxiao to share a meal with me?”