The wealthy military officer spoils his wife excessively

Suwen's silence was unexpected; although it didn't meet his expectations, it at least prevented him from being disappointed.

He stood up and patted her on the shoulder: "Girl, we're officially in the same company now, so please take care of me."

When Brother Feng told her to "take care" of him, she felt she couldn't accept it and quickly stood up and bowed deeply.

Back on set, she was already a month behind schedule, so catching up was naturally extremely difficult. Especially for the actors who had previously skipped scenes to rush filming, they had to go over the scenes with her again.

When she had a lot of filming commitments, she simply stayed at the film set instead of going home. The film crew had rented an entire hotel room for actors from other places and for those filming night scenes. She would rush to film during the day and then spend her evenings working on the script in her room.

Even while hospitalized, she didn't sit idle. She read the thick script countless times, and the story was already second nature to her. So much so that the director looked at her with a sense of wonder: "You didn't become rusty in your acting while in the hospital; in fact, your delivery of lines has improved."

Most shots were completed in one take, and the schedule was fast, which naturally pleased the director and relieved the entire crew.

But for Suwen, it wasn't so easy. Lu Zheng rushed to the set that day to take her to the hospital. Although the news was later suppressed, the people on set weren't blind. In addition, the props crew lost their jobs overnight, and now the props team is entirely composed of new staff, who are especially careful when checking Nie Suwen's equipment.

Suwen wasn't stupid; with a quick glance, she knew who was giving the orders behind the scenes.

But this kind of pomp and circumstance offended a lot of people. The crew was full of popular young actors and veteran performers; what was she, a newcomer, compared to them? No wonder the actors from Hong Kong and Taiwan felt wronged, not to mention the other actresses. When the young actors got together, to put it bluntly, they said she had "connections in higher-ups," and no one recognized her talent.

The most composed one was Zhou Xiaochuan, who acted as if nothing had happened. When he wasn't filming, he still liked to joke around with Suwen, while everyone else ignored him. Suwen could only act with this senior from the same school. As a result, Suwen was more popular among male actors than among female actors.

Filming a show is quick; the initial shooting of a 30-plus episode series took less than three months, with the rest depending on post-production. On the day filming wrapped, the entire crew went out for a party. Some got drunk, some talked nonsense, some acted crazy, and some even danced together.

Xing Manzi whispered meaningfully in her ear, "You've always been lucky. This time, you've finally slept with a sugar daddy."

Suwen glanced back at her. Her makeup was alluring tonight, but she couldn't hide the hint of resentment and jealousy in her watery eyes.

Suwen suddenly felt relieved. She wasn't a hundred-yuan bill; she didn't need everyone to like her.

When the event ended, people gathered in small groups. Suwen took the company car home, and just before she got in, Zhou Xiaochuan stopped her and exchanged phone numbers with her.

They also had to collaborate on the end credits song. He waved and said nonchalantly, "Let's keep in touch."

After filming this drama, Suwen was finally able to catch her breath and was just thinking of taking a few days off when Yezi sent her a new script.

The next day, when she returned to the company, she was surprised to see fans holding up signs with her name on them at the company entrance. When she participated in a talent show before, the organizers had also held fan meetings for her, but Suwen always thought that most of them were paid trolls. Given her influence at that time, it was really unlikely that she would have many fans.

With the promotion of the drama and the release of stills online, she actually gained some popularity. The number of members in the official fan club was increasing every day, and fans even sent her letters to the company. This was something Nie Suwen could never have imagined before.

The fans today were all quite young, they looked like high school students, there were both boys and girls, they were carrying gifts for her, and they called out her name as soon as she got out of the car.

Suwen walked over to them and granted their requests for autographs and photos. However, when he saw the gifts, his face hardened slightly, and he lectured them one by one: "You must study hard and not waste money."

The children nodded vigorously, afraid she wouldn't accept the gifts. She smiled and took them, saying, "I appreciate your kindness. Please don't do this again next time."

When I opened it at the office, it was just supplements and fruit. I guess I bought them to help her recover from her recent filming accident.

Suwen had almost fully recovered, and since these tonics were all high in energy, she was afraid of gaining weight, so she had to put them aside. She took out some fruit and shared it with everyone.

Ye Zi munched on a pear, showed her the new script, and clicked her tongue in amazement: "Last time you said no one was asking you to make movies, and here you are! Director Wei has taken a liking to you. If you can act in his films, it will be hard for you not to become famous."

Wei Liao's name is legendary in the film industry. A master of art-house films, he spends four years crafting each film, and every one is a classic. Those who star in Wei's films are either award-winning actors or actresses. Su Wen truly never expected that this internationally renowned director would extend an olive branch to her.

This script really ignited her passion. Set in the Republican era, it's an adaptation of Eileen Chang's famous novel. The male lead has been cast as Xue Shaofeng, but the female lead is yet to be decided. It's likely she was recommended because they're from the same company; Ye Zi said Director Wei saw her in period costume and thought her delicate features suited the character of Wang Jiazhi in her student days, though she lacked a certain mature woman's charm. This film marks Director Wei's return to the film industry after four years, and it's aiming for international awards, hence the extensive casting search regardless of cost.

The actresses vying for this role include many established actresses from Hong Kong and Taiwan, including Ji Xuan from the same company, who is also interested in giving it a try. Although the film was promoted with Xue Shaofeng's name on it, it is a true women's drama, with the female lead carrying the entire film and making it the easiest role to showcase acting skills.

With the company's top female executive in charge, Suwen always felt that the interview was just a formality.

Ye Zi looked at her silently, clearly having something to say.

Suwen blinked at her and asked, "If I said I think this role is perfect for me and I want to take it, would you call me presumptuous?"

Ye Zi was stumped by her question. However, Ji Xuan was also someone she had mentored, and she couldn't show favoritism towards either of them.

Finally, she wrote her a number and address: "Director Wei's hotel in Beijing. The interviews will be held at the hotel over the next two days." There was a certain light in her eyes as she looked at Suwen, clearly telling her to seize the opportunity.

Suwen gripped the address tightly.

After a while, Ye Zi told her, "I showed the novel you recommended to me last time to the director. He thinks it's fine, and I'll contact the author soon to buy the adaptation rights. But since it was your recommendation, would you like to play the female lead?"

Suwen was overjoyed upon hearing this: "Is it all settled? When will filming start? I want to act! I want to act!"

If Zhou Mo knew that her novel would be adapted into a TV series, and that she would be the lead actress, she would go crazy.

Ye Zi patted her shoulder: "Don't rush. This time the boss is investing, so we're definitely going to make it a masterpiece. After buying the rights, there's still a lot to prepare. By the time we officially start filming, it will be after the New Year. You should focus all your energy on Director Wei's movie and prepare well."

It seems that Lu Zheng not only agreed to invest, but is also determined to make her famous through this drama.

While I was talking to Ye Zi about copyright, the door was pushed open, and a young girl poked her head in: "Miss Nie, someone downstairs is looking for you."

She paused, thinking it was another fan. She stood up and said to Ye Zi, "I'll be right back."

After getting off the elevator and walking through the lobby, I saw the figure standing at the company entrance. The middle-aged woman seemed very uneasy; she was sweating as she gripped the strap of her handbag, and she kept looking back.

Her gaze met that of Suwen, who was standing in the hall.

Su Wen composed himself, casually clocked in, walked out of the electronic door, and stood in front of her.

"Out of money?" Suwen's voice was so calm that no emotion could be detected.

Xiang Ru's face turned ashen: "Su Su..."

"I don't know how you found the company. If you need money, just give me a call and I'll transfer the money to your account..."

“Susu,” Xiang Ru interrupted her, the old leather bag strap almost snapping in her hand.

Su Su remembered this handbag. It was a classic style from three years ago, made of checkered cowhide. When Xiang Ru received the bag, her face was beaming with joy, and she would show it off to her from time to time: "It's real leather. Your dad has never bought me anything."

After Xiang Ru was swindled out of all her money, she tried to use this bag as collateral, but it was later found to be counterfeit.

The gigolo swindled Xiang Ru out of 200,000 yuan with a bag worth several thousand yuan.

Even if it's a product, it's the highest-grade item Xiang Ru can currently afford, so she loves to carry it wherever she goes.

"Come home, Susu." Tears seemed to well up in the mother's eyes, and her voice even carried a hint of pleading. "Mom doesn't object to you being a star anymore, come back, okay?"

"..." The words that were about to come out were swallowed back.

"Mom didn't agree at first because you were too young and I was afraid you would be deceived. As long as you are doing well, Mom has no other requests. It's not good for a girl like you to always be out there. Come home, Susu."

Her fists, hanging at her sides, clenched and then slowly relaxed. She couldn't be cold-blooded and ruthless after all.

"I understand..." she nodded. "I'm a bit busy these days and can't go back for the time being. Besides, I need to pack my luggage."

When Xiang Ru saw her nod, her face immediately lit up with joy: "It's okay, you go ahead with your work, come back when you're done."

Suwen opened her bag again, took out two thousand yuan and gave it to Xiangru: "Take this and spend it first. I will transfer it to you at the end of the month." She usually didn't carry much cash with her, and this was all the money she had.