Chapter 2276 - 22: Qin Song, You Need to Take Your Medicine

For a while, the news about Song Le’s shady rise in the entertainment industry was spreading like wildfire.

Ou Wen even unilaterally issued a statement, claiming that during a dinner, Song Le drugged herself, and he retained the recording as proof while also obtaining the surveillance footage.

Ou Wen then arranged for lawyers to send a legal letter, intending to sue Song Le for the harm incident.

However, Song Le has yet to respond to this matter.

The media pressed Ou Wen about giving out the role, but Ou Wen did not respond.

For a while, there were varied opinions, with some saying nothing is certain in the entertainment industry.

As they were from the same production crew, there were even reports that Song Le had undergone cosmetic surgery to resemble Gu Xiran.

Overall, there was a big commotion, and the media wanted to verify with Gu Xiran, but Sister Ping declined politely.

Sister Ping was unwilling to let Gu Xiran get involved in this mess.

She preferred to let the involved parties tear each other apart on their own.

...

On the set of "The Palace Schemes":

Gu Xiran had not received any notification to stop filming, so she arrived on the set at the scheduled time to do her makeup and change clothes. A new director replaced Ou Wen and set aside all of Song Le’s scenes, prioritizing those of Gu Xiran.

Gu Xiran’s performance was consistent; out of dozens of scenes, she only made mistakes in a few, with the rest being one-takes.

Originally slated to finish at 10 PM, they wrapped up filming by 6 PM.

"Xiran, thank you for your hard work."

"Director Zhou, you’re being too kind, after all, this isn’t our first collaboration..."

Gu Xiran smiled, her entire demeanor radiant and captivating like the stars.

"Yes, last time we worked together, you were just a child, and now you’d be perfectly suited to lead alone; the age span is no problem. ’The Palace Schemes’ is quite the production of the year."

The makeup artist helped Gu Xiran remove her makeup on the side, while Sister Ping chimed in, "That’s because Director Zhou has a good eye, a discerning eye, you’ll have to ensure our Tang Bao looks beautiful in this show, after all, it’s a show about women."

"Sure, no problem."

Sister Ping has been in the industry for years and has impeccable interpersonal skills, something Gu Xiran never has to worry about.

"Oh, Director Zhou, what do we do about Song Le’s scenes? Are we keeping her in this show?"

Noting Sister Ping’s concern, Director Zhou pondered for a moment then said, "She signed a contract, so if we don’t shoot, we’ll be breaching and face a hefty penalty. But considering the nature of this role, Song Le will definitely not be excluded from the cast, and we’re thinking of getting Bai Ge to play the leading role instead."

Gu Xiran had collaborated with Bai Ge before, back when they played sisters, and Bai Ge has a good reputation in the industry, not to mention substantial appeal with both fans and at the box office. It seemed the producer was caught off guard by Song Le’s situation and brought in Bai Ge to save the day.

Gu Xiran was momentarily dazed, then quickly understood.

What producer, how unfamiliar, the producer for this show is from the Gu Family and the one overseeing the entertainment business is Jian Ran.

Bai Ge must have been called in by mommy.

Mommy is amazing; Bai Ge hasn’t done TV shows in three years, focusing solely on movies now.

Any big name in the industry couldn’t be easily invited, but only Jian Ran could make it happen.

Actually, Sister Ping and Gu Xiran had similar thoughts, considering Bai Ge a great co-actor and opponent.

Sometimes, a good opponent is even more important.

With Bai Ge in the crew, she would steal some of Gu Xiran’s spotlight but also offer lots of guidance in acting.

"Understood, Director Zhou. We rely on you for this production."

"Sister Ping, you’re too polite. Ultimately, it depends on Xiran supporting the show..."

...

After Gu Xiran and Sister Ping finished removing their makeup, they returned directly to the Gu Family home. Upon arrival, they saw Jian Ran industriously learning to knit a scarf on the couch.

It’s summer now...

Jian Ran was thinking to herself that with enough effort, she might complete it just in time for Gu Mochen to wear it in the winter.

Gu Mochen sat beside her, indulgently watching her knit, fully aware of Jian Ran’s fleeting enthusiasm, yet consistently supporting her.

Gu Xiran chuckled, "Mommy, you really should consider daddy’s taste, I can’t even bear to look at that."

Gu Mochen’s thin lips pursed into a smile, raising his eyebrow, "It’s fine, I give it three days at most."

"Spot on."

Gu Xiran snuggled into Gu Mochen’s embrace, feeling very close.

"Mommy, Daddy treats you so well..."

Jian Ran narrowed her eyes, tossing the scarf to the side, "I’ve only got one wife, who else would he be good to? He’s got that figured out."

It made so much sense.

Gu Xiran felt she had grown up listening to Jian Ran’s logic.

So down-to-earth, and most importantly, it’s particularly valid, logical.

"Keep it up, daddy."

"Exactly, set a good example for that rascal Qin Jin."

After saying this, Jian Ran raised her eyebrows, "Tang Bao, was the Song Le incident Qin Jin’s doing?"

Gu Xiran: "..."

Sister Ping really talks too much, telling Jian Ran everything.

"Mommy... Qin Jin has feelings for me..."

"Hmph..."

Gu Mochen was unhappy, snorting lightly, evidently disdainful of Qin Jin.

"Daddy?"

"No dating before 25."

"..."

"If that guy wants to marry you, he must kneel three times and kowtow nine times to the Gu Family to propose."

"..."

"I’ve already mentioned this to the old man, and he’s agreed."

"..."

Alright then.

Gu Xiran sensed that everyone was full of disdain and malice towards Qin Jin.

"Mommy, aren’t you going to do something about Daddy?"

"I fully support it."

Gu Xiran: "..."

Alright then.

Gu Xiran leaned affectionately in Gu Mochen’s arms and said with a smile, "I’ll just listen to you all then. Sigh, my poor Brother Jin, Daddy, remember to make sure my share is also avenged. I can’t bear to do it myself, so you handle it. It won’t hurt me to see it..."

Jian Ran couldn’t help but chuckle at Gu Xiran’s slick and talkative manner.

This quirky little girl is truly likable.

"Enough... stop messing around, go cool off on the side."

"Daddy... Mommy is bullying me."

Gu Xiran coquettishly complained to Gu Mochen.

"Mm, I’ve already arranged for Qin Song to have a check-up, it’s set for tomorrow morning. You and Qin Song should set a time to take him to the First Hospital under the Huo Family, where a professional medical team is already waiting."

"Daddy is still the best, I’ll call him right now."

Gu Xiran quickly got up, took out her phone, and dialed Qin Song’s number.

Gu Xiran briefly explained the situation to Qin Song, then added worriedly, "Qin Song, if you don’t get a detailed check-up, I really won’t be at ease. You’ve been looking so haggard recently."

Qin Song was silent for a moment because of Gu Xiran’s words, then after a long pause, he slowly spoke, "If you insist on thinking that way, I have no objections."

"Alright, after the check-up, I’ll treat you to a meal."

Gu Xiran’s playful and charming bell-like voice spilled from her lips, making Qin Song feel quite pleased.

"Enough talk, I have plans tonight... There are so many newcomers in the entertainment industry recently... quite enchanting, don’t you understand why my body can’t keep up?"

Gu Xiran: "..."

Rascal.

Scumbag.

Gu Xiran was full of disdain for Qin Song, muttering quietly, "If you don’t behave tomorrow, I’ll complain to the old man, hmph..."

Qin Song chuckled, then listened to the beeping of the call as Gu Xiran hung up. His dark eyes flashed with a hidden glimmer as he reluctantly hung up the phone.

"Bro... Tang Bao just called me, scheduled me to go to the hospital for a check-up tomorrow morning. I’ll be on time, but you have to handle the results for me."

Qin Song lay pale on the hospital bed, looking at Qin Jin standing beside him, squinting his charming eyes playfully, "Bro... Tang Bao seemed in a good mood..."

"Mm."

Qin Jin nodded, looking at the nurse standing nearby administering an injection to Qin Song.

"How many more shots does he need today?"

"There are three bottles left."

"Mm."

The nurse, seeing Qin Jin’s cold and reticent demeanor, dared not speak further. She continued with her task, quickly leaving the ward after administering the injection to Qin Song.

"Bro, tell me why you like Tang Bao, I want to know what makes her attractive to both of us."

Qin Jin squinted his dark eyes, gaze falling on Qin Song, then said, "Honestly, I’m not sure of the reason, she’s not the type I usually like, yet she’s the one I like."

A beautiful confession.

Qin Song’s thin lips pursed, looking at Qin Jin’s cold and aloof demeanor, a faintly mischievous smile lingering at his lips.

"Bro, I’ve actually known since we were young that you liked her because the look in someone’s eyes when they like someone doesn’t lie."

Qin Jin: "..."

Qin Jin, his secret revealed by Qin Song, pressed his lips together, "Mm, what about you?"

The rare moment of tranquility between the brothers talking about their feelings, Qin Song pondered for a moment before speaking, "Beautiful, adorable, like an angel, though after getting to know her, you realize...it’s different, still...you just like her, madly obsessed, once started, can’t stop."

Qin Jin’s lips curled up at the words, the brothers both hopelessly infatuated with someone named Tang Bao, unable to stop.

Bro, do you know? I actually feel like I’m waiting for a train at the airport now.

Knowing I’ll never wait for it, yet continuing to wait as always, until there’s no hope left, and despair reaches its peak.

Qin Song’s lips curled into a smile of frightening paleness.

"Bro, don’t you think she’s beautiful?"

"Mm."

"And her personality isn’t bad, right?"

"Mm..."

"The main point is, it’s unexplainable, but you just like this girl, her spirit is overwhelmingly abundant."

"Mm."

Qin Jin responded faintly, squinting his dark eyes, looking at the wickedly charming Qin Song beside him, licking his lips slightly.

"Qin Song, shouldn’t you be taking your medicine?"

Qin Song: "..."

Can Qin Jin still be friends with me now?

What kind of brother tells his younger brother to take medicine right off the bat?