Chapter 87: A Bunch of Demons and Ghosts
The recording studio’s waiting room wasn’t large.
After five people entered, it became cramped.
The atmosphere was frozen.
Xu Mochen and Zhou Fu sat next to each other.
He leaned over and whispered to Zhou Fu, “Is your Mr. Huo’s company alright?”
If the company wasn’t in big trouble and desperately needed money, Huo Qingyan wouldn’t participate in this kind of show, right?
If it was for Jiang Su, wasn’t this a bit excessive?
Zhou Fu understood Xu Mochen’s meaning and replied in the same volume, “Don’t worry. Everything is fine at the company.”
He only knew that Mr. Huo was participating because of Mr. Jiang.
As for what Mr. Huo was thinking, he didn’t know.
The atmosphere in the room was stiff.
No one wanted to talk.
Their conversation ended there.
The most difficult person was, of course, Shen Xiumei.
Huo Qingyan and Jiang Su sat at opposite ends of the sofa, with enough space between them for three Shen Xiumeis.
Jiang Su on the left was playing with his phone, and Huo Qingyan on the right was reading a magazine.
Ignoring each other, they seemed like strangers.
Shen Xiumei sat uneasily between them.
“Ahem!”
Shen Xiumei cleared his throat and turned to Huo Qingyan, “The live show won’t be edited, right? The audience watches in real-time.”
Huo Qingyan looked at Shen Xiumei with a “Are you kidding me?” expression. “Do you think I know?”
Shen Xiumei: “…”
He just wanted to remind Huo Qingyan to be careful.
Forget it; good intentions are met with ingratitude.
Just wait to be criticized online.
Shen Xiumei turned to Jiang Su, “Last episode’s effect was good, but we need to give other guests some face. Otherwise, we won’t find guest stars next time.”
Jiang Su didn’t look up. “It’s none of my business if you can’t find guest stars.”
Shen Xiumei: “…”
He felt a slight heart attack.
Shen Xiumei patted his chest to calm himself down.
He comforted himself that it didn’t matter if he suffered a little. This episode would be even better than the last.
In terms of guest status and popularity, it would definitely become the top variety show in the entertainment industry.
—Knock knock!
Along with the knock came a young man’s voice: “I’m Bai Mu. May I come in?”
Bai Mu?
Jiang Su looked towards the door.
This show had a guest star each episode.
The first episode’s guest star was Cheng Xishi, who also only appeared at the start of filming.
Bai Mu was probably this episode’s guest star.
Shen Xiumei happily said, “Come in.”
Finally, someone to break the suffocating atmosphere.
The door opened, and Bai Mu, wearing a white shirt, walked in.
Bai Mu had the face of an idol drama male lead, handsome features, and melancholic eyes. When he focused on someone, it gave a deep feeling.
He greeted openly, “CEO Shen.”
Shen Xiumei moved towards Jiang Su and patted the empty seat next to Huo Qingyan. “Come and sit.”
Bai Mu didn’t seem to notice Shen Xiumei’s gesture and sat between Shen Xiumei and Jiang Su.
“You…” Shen Xiumei was forced to move towards Huo Qingyan.
Damn it, he didn’t want to sit next to Huo Qingyan.
Bai Mu, who had been so open just now, became restrained after sitting next to Jiang Su.
“Teacher Jiang, hello. I’m Bai Mu,” Bai Mu grinned, his melancholic demeanor gone, replaced by a sunny boyish charm.
Jiang Su imitated his tone. “Teacher Bai, hello. I’m Jiang Su.”
“No, no…” Bai Mu quickly shook his head. “Don’t call me Teacher Bai…”
Jiang Su: ??
He hadn’t called him Teacher Bai?
Bai Mu realized what he said and blushed slightly. “Sorry, Teacher Jiang. I really like your movies; I’m a fan. I’m so nervous to meet you in person…”
Jiang Su noticed Bai Mu kept rubbing his knees, gently.
He was clearly very nervous.
“Don’t be nervous…” Actually, Jiang Su was a little nervous too.
This was his first time meeting a fan.
He regretted not following his stylist’s advice and getting a proper hairstyle.
Bai Mu cautiously asked, “Can we take a photo together?”
“Of course.” He regretted not getting a proper hairstyle even more.
Bai Mu happily took out his phone to take a photo.
After taking several selfies, he asked Shen Xiumei, “CEO Shen, could you please take a photo of Teacher Jiang and me?”
Shen Xiumei was willing to take the photo.
But the walking refrigerator next to him might not be.
“We can take photos after the recording. Greet Mr. Huo first,” Shen Xiumei gestured to Bai Mu to greet Huo Qingyan.
But…
Bai Mu simply leaned forward, bypassing Shen Xiumei, and greeted Huo Qingyan. “Mr. Huo, sorry. I was too excited to see Teacher Jiang just now and didn’t notice you.”
Jiang Su: Oh, wow?
This was the first newcomer who dared to ignore Huo Qingyan!
Jiang Su looked at Bai Mu again.
Shen Xiumei was also stunned.
Was this a guest star?
This was a bunch of demons and ghosts.
Wasn’t Bai Mu said to be humble and skilled?
After speaking, Bai Mu didn’t wait for Huo Qingyan’s response and turned to talk to Jiang Su.
“Teacher Jiang, your outfit is really nice…”
“Teacher Jiang, what new movie are you filming?”
“Teacher Jiang…”
“Thwack!”
Huo Qingyan slammed the magazine onto the coffee table, standing up. “Shouldn’t we start recording?”
Shen Xiumei quickly said, “Yes, yes. Let’s go.”
Jiang Su had already brought down Xu Ce.
He was afraid that Huo Qingyan would get angry and deal with Bai Mu right then and there.
It was too hard to find guests.
Shen Xiumei felt that it was too hard to be him.
After seeing Huo Qingyan leave, Bai Mu whispered to Jiang Su, “Mr. Huo is so fierce. No wonder he’s divorced!”
Jiang Su asked with a smile, “Everyone is afraid of him, but you’re not?”
Bai Mu blinked, somewhat embarrassed. “Actually, I’m also a little afraid, but I don’t want to appear too cowardly in front of my idol…”
Jiang Su laughed. “It’s okay, I’ve got your back.”
“Okay.” Bai Mu responded happily.
Huo Qingyan turned around and saw Jiang Su and Bai Mu laughing together.
His already unhappy expression darkened further.
Shen Xiumei whispered to him, “Bai Mu is just a fan of Jiang Su. It’s normal for fans and idols to get along well.”