Chapter 70: Star Family Chapter 9

  "Oh my, who is this? Isn't this our little princess at home? How did her mouth get so high up in the air? Who bullied you? Tell me all about it." Shen Yifeng had just arrived home when he heard from the servant that Tian Mei had gotten into a big fight and then locked herself in her room, not even eating dinner. He quickly rushed upstairs to comfort her, after all, this little girl was Hong's precious daughter and now also his darling!

  As soon as she saw someone who could support her, Tian Mei rushed into Shen Yifeng's arms and cried uncontrollably.

  "Okay, stop crying, you're going to cry your nose off. Hurry up and wipe away your tears, if you keep crying, you won't be pretty anymore. What's the big deal that has you so upset? Tell me what happened in the drama group?"

  Tian Bo looked up at Shen Yifeng with tears in her eyes, holding a tissue to wipe away her tears and snot: "It's all because of Sister Shen Cong! I regret it now, I don't want her as my substitute anymore. I treated her like a real sister, always thinking about her, but she just steals the spotlight from me, always getting in my way. She sucks up to the director, staff and other actors in the group, making everyone shun me, all wanting to give my role to her... Waaahhh... I don't have a single friend on set, everyone is siding with her, it's so hard for me! How can she be so mean?!"

  "You're saying Shen Ning, no way, she's just a small substitute, Mimi you're the real female lead, even if it's just for my and your mom's sake, everyone should be on your side, what's the logic in protecting her? Are you thinking too much, what makes her worthy of competing with you?" Shen Yifeng thought it was unbelievable, that silly Shen Ning didn't even know how to fawn over him, a famous actor and her own father, let alone win over so many people.

  "Ahhhhhhhhh!!!! I don't want to take pictures anymore! I don't want to live anymore! Not even my nose believes me! Everyone likes Shen Ning! I'm just a pitiful worm that nobody wants! Mom!!!” Tian Miao wailed again.

  "Alright, alright, don't be mistaken, I didn't say I don't believe you, it's just that I find it strange. It seems that girl has become more formidable. However, don't worry, I'll call Director Li right now and have him replace her. Let's choose a martial arts double that you like, we won't need her anymore!"

  "No! Absolutely not! You don't know how much Director Li likes her now, he's simply treating her like a treasure. He praises her day and night, and is completely infatuated with her. If you were to suggest replacing her to Director Li at this moment, he would definitely think I'm stirring up trouble, and my days in the group would be even more unbearable." Tian Mei immediately vetoed this approach.

  "You think Director Li has taken a liking to her? Has she been secretly dating him? That's unlikely. From what I know of Director Li, his relationship with his wife is great and he's very family-oriented, never messing around with actresses outside." After Tian Miao said that, Shen Yifeng not only didn't show any concern or anger as a father should, but instead felt a spark of interest. Although he didn't like the girl, he had to admit she was really pretty, and if Director Li had taken a liking to her, maybe they could even use it to their advantage - after all, Director Li's connections and status in this circle were still quite impressive.

  "That's not the case, anyway, don't do that to Li Director, we were the ones who recommended her in the first place, and now you want Li Director to replace her? Wouldn't Li Director think you're being inconsistent? I don't want to make things difficult for him."

  "You're really a good kid, so sensible. You've been wronged but you still think of others. Why don't I call Shen Cong and ask her to quit the filming of 'The Palace' on her own? That way, she won't be in your way anymore and you can finish the filming with a clear conscience."

  When Tian Mo told him that Shen Cong wasn't actually seduced by Director Li, Shen Yifeng couldn't help but feel a little disappointed. But thinking about it, it made sense - Director Li was such an experienced person, what kind of beauty hadn't he seen before? How could he be easily captivated by that little actress?

  Since that's the case, then there's no need to hesitate. It's not worth offending Xiang Hong and her mother for such a small gain, making them unhappy. After all, they're all on the same boat now. When one prospers, all prosper; when one suffers, all suffer.

  "Really? But what if Sister Shen Jing doesn't agree?"

  "She dares! Don't forget who her father is!" Shen Yifeng had completely forgotten that not long ago, he said to cut off all ties with the mother and daughter, and still thought he could play the role of a father.

  "The best nose, I love you to death, muah!" Tian Mu said as she gave Shen Yifeng a big kiss on each cheek, and the "father-daughter" duo laughed and hugged each other tightly.

  "Then I'll call her right away."

  "Uh-huh."

  To satisfy his daughter's wish, Shen Yifeng immediately took out his mobile phone and dialed Su Luo Luo.

  At this time, Su Luo had just finished washing up and was lying on the bed to rest. Today's exhaustion made her feel a bit dizzy. Seeing that it was a call from her father-in-law, she immediately became alert, knowing that nothing good would come of it. However, she wasn't afraid, thinking that trouble couldn't be avoided anyway, so she might as well let it come.

  "Hey, Dad, what's up?" Although he felt that Shen Yifeng had tarnished this title, they hadn't completely fallen out yet, so for now, he still called him that.

  "Xiao Ning, previously when Dad recommended you to film Director Li's movie, it was just to let you practice and didn't think deeply about it. Now that I think about it, this thing isn't quite suitable for you, and being a stand-in won't do you any good in the future either. So for your own career's sake, go find Director Li tomorrow and quit this job, but don't tell him it was Dad who said so, just say you can't handle it physically, got it? After all, Dad also knows him, and it wouldn't be good to make him think I'm being unfair and only considering my own daughter's interests without thinking about his movie. You're such an understanding child, you must also understand Dad's kind intentions.

  In the future, Dad will give you more opportunities to meet famous directors and screenwriters in the entertainment industry, none of whom are worse than Director Li. And next time, you won't have to be a stand-in, you can openly show your face as an actress. If you perform well, who knows, maybe you'll even become the female lead. Dad will work hard to help you achieve that.

  So let's just forget about this time, being a mere stand-in isn't anything to be proud of. We need to look at the bigger picture." Shen Yifeng said to himself, drawing an unrealistic picture for Su Luo. He didn't interact with his daughter much, but based on his understanding of her mother Dong Fang, she must also have a timid and gullible personality. As long as he casually deceived her, she would definitely follow along.

  But he was wrong, his daughter's body now housed another soul, not only did she have no affection for him, but also extreme disgust and contempt.

  As soon as Su Luo heard him say that, she knew it must be Nangong's doing. Although she was scared enough today, just thinking about Nangong's face twisting in anger made her feel refreshed all over, and even the snake didn't seem so disgusting and terrifying anymore, but rather a bit cute, haha!

  "I won't agree to this, not only will it affect the crew, but I also don't want to give up myself. Although it was you who introduced me to this opportunity, in the end, I got it with my own strength and I need it to make a living. We agreed not to interfere with each other, if you really care about me that much, then I'm fine with bringing my mom to see you. If not, let's just mind our own business. Or you can go find Director Li and see if he's willing to replace me. That's it, I need to sleep now, goodbye dad." She didn't want to waste any more words on Shen Yifeng, so she hung up the phone and put him on her blacklist. She believed that he understood the threat in her words and wouldn't dare to bother her again. He was now afraid of offending her, and she also had faith in Director Li, thinking that he was a straightforward person who would not arbitrarily replace her."

  "You... you ungrateful little wretch! How dare you speak to me like that! Have you gone mad?! Hey! Hey!" Shen Yifeng was about to give this daughter of his a good scolding for daring to talk back to him, but then a busy tone came from the other end.

  "She's dead." Originally thought it was foolproof, didn't expect to be played by that stinky girl and turned around to blackmail him, really beyond his expectations. Had no choice but to give up this method and turn to explain to Tian Mi.

  "Waaaahhh~~ Look! She's so formidable, she doesn't even listen to my words, I'm not her match at all. She must have been eyeing my female lead position for a long time, and I'll be squeezed out sooner or later!" Tian Mi started wailing again. No matter what, she wanted to get Shen Yifeng's help, taking advantage of his current concern for the mother-daughter duo. Who knows what will happen in the future? After all, in her past life, he had chosen them because of Shen Cong's talent.

  "You silly kid, why are you crying again? Be good, be good, wipe away your tears. If your mom sees you like this, she'll worry to death. Shen Cong may have won over the crew's favor, but she's just a stand-in after all. The audience still sees you as the female lead. Even if she does appear in the final credits, it's just for one second - what's there to be worried about? Come on, smile, I've got some fantastic news to tell you. You almost made me forget with your tantrum just now. If you don't smile, I won't say a word."

  "What's the good news? Hurry up and tell me! Hehe, is that all?"

  She laughed and cried, the little cat was hanged! Shen Yifeng pampered her by pinching her nose: "Meihua Satellite TV has just introduced a large-scale reality show program from K-country, called 'Celebrity is also an ordinary person', planning to invite our father-daughter duo to participate. With Meihua Satellite TV's strong financial resources and the K-country team's consistently high-quality variety show production standards, it will surely create a viewing frenzy when the time comes. The topic and watchability are not a problem, just in time to help you attract fans before 'The Great Inheritance' is released."

  "Are you talking about that reality show where celebrity families travel, compete and test their chemistry and survival skills?! Is it really being introduced by Mei Hua Wei Shi?! And they're inviting us to participate?! When is it?! I'm a huge fan of that show! The editing is so interesting! It's hilarious at times and touching at others, the MC is my idol! I want to participate! I want to! I want to!"

  "We'll start recording right away, so you go ask Director Li for a week's leave tomorrow. The main director said to film a month's worth first and air one episode per week, and then continue filming later."

  "What?! Let me go ask Director Li for leave! No way! He'll eat me alive! I'm just a little late today and he's already giving me the stink-eye, I don't dare ask him for such a long leave. You'd better help me ask, Nose! Alright, Nose, you're the best!"

  "Alright alright, I'm scared of you, so tomorrow I'll ask Li for a leave."

  "Ah, I'm so in love I've lost my breath!"