The male assistant arrived very quickly.
On the second day after Gu Chenyan left, he came to the film set to report to Qiao Shu.
The new male assistant, twenty-seven years old, was named Ou Yinan. He was tall and robust, not one to talk much or smile. His arm muscles were slightly bulging, making him quite intimidating when standing there. Moreover, he was diligent. He not only shared most of Lu Yue’s workload but also voluntarily helped the prop team move props during his free time, earning Qiao Shu’s goodwill.
The morning scenes were finished.
Qiao Shu, shivering in a thin ancient-style robe, greeted Lu Yue who was approaching. He quickly put on a coat following Lu Yue’s movements.
His body instantly warmed up.
Lu Yue handed him a thermos: “Qiao Qiao, have some hot water.”
Qiao Shu: “Hmm.”
The hot water went down his throat, dispersing the lingering cold from Qiao Shu’s body.
The weather in Yancheng was like a roller coaster. Overnight, it transitioned from late autumn directly into early winter, with temperatures dropping below 10 degrees Celsius.
Handing the thermos back to Lu Yue and taking the hand warmer prepared by Lu Yue, Qiao Shu looked around, “Where’s Ou Yinan?”
Lu Yue: “He went to pick up a delivery.”
Qiao Shu blinked, then remembered that it should be the package sent by Fang Zhouyou.
Shortly after Gu Chenyan left yesterday, Fang Zhouyou added him on WeChat.
Lu Yue suddenly approached, nervously saying, “Qiao Qiao, did I do something wrong?”
Qiao Shu was briefly puzzled.
Lu Yue: “You can tell me; I’ll try my best to improve…”
Hearing this, Qiao Shu understood. Lu Yue thought Ou Yinan’s arrival meant he was replacing her.
She felt a sense of crisis.
Qiao Shu chuckled, “Sister Yue, it’s not like that.”
Lu Yue bit her lip.
Qiao Shu explained, “It’s my fault. I forgot to tell you yesterday.”
Lu Yue looked confused.
Qiao Shu smiled and said, “Ou Yinan is,” he paused, with a hint of sweetness and pride, “my husband arranged for him to take care of me.”
Lu Yue: “Mr. Gu?”
Qiao Shu: “Yes, my husband.”
Lu Yue: “…”
Qiao Shu: “So, don’t worry.”
The male lead, Cheng Yunchuan, waved ahead, calling Qiao Shu, who walked towards him.
Lu Yue sighed in relief from behind but then realized something was amiss.
Was Qiao Shu just showing off affection to her?
Lu Yue: “…”
Cheng Yunchuan greeted Qiao Shu as he approached, “The boxed meals should be here. Let’s go, find a place to eat together.”
Tang Ting, the female lead standing on the side, wrinkled her nose, “Hungry, but don’t feel like eating.”
Qiao Shu could relate.
The boxed meals from the crew were genuinely unappetizing. It had been half a month, and they kept rotating the same few dishes.
There was also the garlic that Qiao Shu disliked. Every time before eating, he had to painstakingly pick out each piece.
The three of them walked together with a gloomy atmosphere.
After a few steps, they saw the chief director, who had been missing all morning, striding in from outside.
“Everyone’s here. Today, I have good news to announce to you all!” The chief director, unlike his usual irritable and sloppy appearance, was wearing a neatly pressed suit today. His messy hair was combed neatly, and he even applied some hair gel for styling. He looked much more energetic and handsome. At this moment, his face was full of joy.
Qiao Shu and the others looked at each other in surprise.
Is this the director?
Almost didn’t recognize him!
There were quite a few staff members whose gazes were similar to those of Qiao Shu and his companions.
The chief director, indifferent to the attention, took a megaphone from the production crew nearby. With a wide grin and excited tone, he exclaimed, “Today! Our crew has gained a new sugar daddy!”
“Exciting, isn’t it!”
“We are finally not broke anymore!”
The words “not broke” were almost shouted out, exceptionally loud, with the sound piercing through the sky.
Qiao Shu was astonished.
Before the director could finish speaking, he continued cheerfully, “Our new sugar daddy is not only very generous but also understanding of everyone’s hard work. After learning that our crew’s food was not up to par, he even hired a kitchen team for us! We won’t have to eat boxed meals again in the future!”
“No need to eat today!”
“This afternoon, our sugar daddy treats us to a meal from the city’s five-star hotel, special delivery! And there’s afternoon tea!”
As the director spoke, many staff members in matching white uniforms walked in behind him. Each person held a stack of exquisite insulated boxes.
The set fell silent for a moment.
Then erupted into loud cheers.
Qiao Shu was also thrilled.
The crew had money now! There was a dedicated kitchen team, and today they were getting a special delivery from a five-star hotel!
The insulated boxes were large and deep, containing two vegetarian and two meat dishes, each in its own compartment to avoid mixing flavors. The portions were generous, and as soon as they were opened, the delicious aroma filled the air.
There was also a portion of fragrant and delicious chicken stew with mushrooms.
The three of them sat at a table to eat.
“Wu wu~ so delicious.” Tang Ting, moved to tears, had watery eyes while quickly devouring her meal.
Cheng Yunchuan continued eating without lifting his head.
Qiao Shu: “…”
The power of the crew’s boxed meals was truly remarkable.
In reality, Qiao Shu was also excited and happy, especially when he discovered that the insulated boxes contained all his favorite dishes.
Qiao Shu took out his phone and snapped a picture of the particularly lavish and delicious meal today.
He shared the photo with Gu Chenyan.
Qiao Shu: (Happy piggy turning in circles)
Qiao Shu: Today’s luxurious lunch!
Qiao Shu: Our crew got a big sponsor today, who not only treated us to a deluxe lunch but also, according to the director, provided us with a luxurious kitchen team!
Qiao Shu: Ah!
Qiao Shu: Super excited and happy!
Qiao Shu: Thinking about having delicious food, I’m all fueled up for the afternoon shoot.
Qiao Shu: Have you eaten, Gu Chenyan?
Gu Chenyan didn’t reply.
Qiao Shu didn’t mind either. After happily sharing, he immersed himself in enjoying today’s luxurious lunch.
Qiao Shu: “!!!”
So delicious!
Long live the big sponsor!
Delicious food always disappeared exceptionally quickly.
The three of them leaned back in their chairs, squinting their eyes, patting their bellies in contentment.
Tang Ting: “Wu wu~ For the food from our sugar daddy, I must do well in filming!”
Cheng Yunchuan: “I wonder if those big-budget productions with billions have this treatment?”
Qiao Shu: “They probably do, right?”
Big-budget productions with a budget in the billions usually involve A-list celebrities and likely offer much better treatment than newcomers like them.
Tang Ting clenched her fist: “I’m determined to become famous!”
Cheng Yunchuan: “Me too!”
Qiao Shu: “Let’s do it together!”
The motivation of good food was just that effective.
After resting for a while, Lu Yue came over with a few boxes, happily saying, “Qiao Qiao, there’s fruit after the meal.”
She opened the boxes.
Cleaned strawberries, cherries, freshly cut oranges, and apples.
All of them were his favorites!
Qiao Shu’s eyes lit up: “The big sponsor is the best!”
Lu Yue also helped Tang Ting and Cheng Yunchuan to get their share, just like lunch, each person had a portion of fruit.
Qiao Shu continued happily sharing pictures.
Qiao Shu: The big sponsor is so considerate!
Qiao Shu: All of them are what I love to eat!
Qiao Shu: Happy!
Qiao Shu: (Happy bear pounding chest)
Gu Chenyan responded immediately this time: Glad you like it.
Qiao Shu became even happier: Are you done with work?
Gu Chenyan: Yes.
Qiao Shu: Have you eaten?
Gu Chenyan: Just finished dinner.
Qiao Shu frowned: Drinking? Did you drink a lot?
Gu Chenyan: Not really, just a glass of red wine.
That’s good.
Qiao Shu breathed a sigh of relief, picked up a strawberry, and placed it in his mouth. The sweet flavor spread in his mouth.
Delicious!
It tasted just like the strawberries Gu Chenyan brought him.
Qiao Shu was stunned.
The strawberries Gu Chenyan brought him were the same as the ones they ate at home, both flown in from specialized cultivation areas.
Qiao Shu looked at the strawberry in his hand.
The same taste…
He looked at the fruit box, filled with fruits he loved, and even the lunch he just had was made of things he enjoyed eating.
An idea struck him.
Qiao Shu lowered his head to check the chat records.
“Glad you like it”?
So, it was Gu Chenyan? Gu Chenyan was the big sponsor?
Qiao Shu quickly typed.
Qiao Shu: Big sponsor?
Gu Chenyan didn’t deny it: Yes.
Qiao Shu: !!!
It’s really Gu Chenyan!
The air around seemed to be mixed with honey, and Qiao Shu felt a sweet sensation with every breath.
The smile on his face kept expanding.
Seeing this, Cheng Yunchuan asked, “Qiao Qiao, why are you suddenly so happy?”
The radiant smile was dazzling.
Qiao Shu chuckled, “I encountered something super, super, super exciting.”
After saying that, he lowered his head again.
Gu Chenyan: If you want to eat something, tell Ou Yinan, and he will communicate with the chefs.
Qiao Shu: Okay.
After some thought, Qiao Shu asked: Did it cost a lot of money?
Commoner Qiao Shu suddenly felt a bit distressed, considering it’s a five-star hotel’s special delivery, a team of chefs, and the investment in the film crew!
Qiao Shu suddenly felt a bit nervous.
Qiao Shu: I will work hard to shoot well! I’ll make sure your investment doesn’t go to waste!
In Qingcheng, Gu Chenyan, far away, showed a gentle smile: Good.
Qiao Shu clenched his fist.
Gu Chenyan: It’s very cold in Yancheng today. Is your clothing warm enough?
A sweet smile reappeared on Qiao Shu’s face: Very warm, super warm!
Last night, when Qiao Shu was organizing his suitcase, he noticed that all the clothes Gu Chenyan brought were brand new.
Qiao Shu: I wanted to ask yesterday.
Gu Chenyan: Hmm?
Qiao Shu: Did you pick my clothes?
Gu Chenyan: Yes.
Gu Chenyan: Same style as mine.
Gu Chenyan: Do you like it?
Gu Chenyan didn’t know what type of clothes Qiao Shu would like, so he picked various sizes and colors of the same style.
Qiao Shu: !!!
Why is it so sweet?
Clothes, ointment, investment in the film crew, and a dedicated chef team!
Qiao Shu: Gu Chenyan.
Gu Chenyan: Hmm?
Qiao Shu: You’re breaking all the rules!
Qiao Shu: My smile won’t come off my face.
Gu Chenyan: Well, I like breaking the rules.
Qiao Shu: !!!
Qiao Shu quickly raised his hand, covering his heart!
Ba-dump, ba-dump, ba-dump
His heart was celebrating!
This man! Shooting again out of nowhere!
After a while, Qiao Shu finally managed to cool down his flushed face and slow down his heartbeat. He bit his lip and looked at Gu Chenyan’s words again, repeating them over and over.
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Finally, he took a screenshot to save the moment.
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