Chapter 110 You’re So Cold

Chapter 110: You're So Aloof

Tang Wei had just remembered Qin Shuyi and never expected the person on her mind to appear so suddenly right before her eyes.

On the day of the program shoot, when she saw the strikingly elegant woman at the entrance of the funeral home, she was stunned.

The information provided by the production team wasn't that detailed. She only knew that among the several special professions featured, there was a theme involving an embalmer, but she had no idea she would coincidentally run into Qin Shuyi.

She was both shocked and delighted.

Seeing Qin Shuyi made her happy, but also a little nervous.

Did this count as violating Master Jue's order? Would she get blacklisted?

Just then, she received a WeChat message from her agent.

"Latest news! There are two investors for the program: one is Master Jue, and the other is the boss of the company you're visiting. For the embalmer segment, the background is solid. Stay sharp and cooperate well!"

Tang Wei, however, breathed a sigh of relief instead.

It's Master Jue, so no problem.

Since she was here and meeting Miss Qin, Master Jue must be aware of it.

If he didn't stop it, that meant he tacitly approved.

Great, great. The psychological burden instantly vanished.

In a good mood, she raised her hand and waved with a bright smile, "Miss Qin, long time no see!"

Qin Shuyi also looked at her and smiled slightly.

Director Tian Lizhi looked at Qin Shuyi with shining eyes, "Miss Qin, do you know Tang Wei?"

Qin Shuyi replied, "We've met once."

Tang Wei chuckled inwardly. Although it was just once, she was more familiar with Miss Qin than anyone else present.

Tian Lizhi wasn't focused on that. Seizing the opportunity, he clapped his hands excitedly, "It's good that you're acquainted! Miss Qin, are you interested in entering the entertainment industry? I can offer you the female lead in my new film."

Tian Lizhi never shied away from using newcomers. He had launched many famous actors and actresses to stardom, and his works almost always swept awards.

As soon as he said this, except for Tang Wei, everyone's expressions instantly changed.

For an ordinary person to be spotted by Director Tian at first glance and given such a big promise—this woman before them was about to take off.

Their feelings were mixed.

There was jealousy, envy, and also pure onlookers.

But no one said she wasn't worthy.

After all, Qin Shuyi's beauty was absolutely top-tier even in the entertainment industry. She didn't pale in comparison among so many big stars, especially with her cool, aloof aura that was unforgettable.

For that alone, Director Tian wanting her on the big screen was perfectly understandable.

Some people are just born for it.

Being a star or a grimy, dusty embalmer—was there even a choice?

However, unexpectedly,

Qin Shuyi refused without hesitation, "I'm sorry, I have no interest in that."

Tian Lizhi wanted to say more, but remembering that Qin Shuyi's name had been specifically mentioned by both major investors as requiring special care, especially by that one...

He sighed regretfully, gave her another reluctant look, and handed her a business card.

"Alright then. But if you change your mind later, you can contact me anytime."

This wasn't someone he could press.

Otherwise, he would have definitely persuaded her to be the female lead in his next film.

Such a pearl, how could it be hidden in a crematorium that everyone avoids?

Later, however, after gaining a deeper understanding of Qin Shuyi and her colleagues' work, Director Tian changed his attitude.

At this moment, everyone was just feeling disappointed and shocked.

Jiang Mulan, who wasn't surprised by Qin Shuyi's answer, finally spoke up with a smile to greet Tian Lizhi.

"Even though you're the director, poaching right in front of me is a bit much, don't you think?"

As an investor, Jiang Mulan had also dined with Tian Lizhi before.

Tian Lizhi laughed heartily. In a few words, the two steered the conversation back on track.

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The program shoot covered eight themes, corresponding to eight special professions: embalmer, lighthouse keeper, odor judge (smell specialist), meteorite hunter, film restoration specialist, underwater inspector, sound healer, and dialect recorder.

The program would faithfully record their work processes, digging into stories from an objective, documentary-like perspective. The celebrity guests would serve as career experiencers, adding entertainment value as the variety show element.

Before coming to Qin Shuyi's location, the production team had already filmed three themes: lighthouse keeper, odor judge, and film restoration specialist.

To be honest, Qin Shuyi's location had the best environment.

After all, Jiang Mulan's company primarily handled private custom services for the wealthy, so the standard had to be high.

The expressions of the celebrities visibly relaxed.

Filming the film restoration specialist was okay, but the other two had really put them through the wringer.

One was mind-numbingly boring, the other stank so badly it made them vomit every day.

However... thinking about the special profession of embalmer, everyone started feeling a bit uneasy.

Dealing with the dead—no matter how you thought about it, it was a bit scary.

Thinking this, their gazes involuntarily drifted toward Qin Shuyi, who was standing with Jiang Mulan and Tian Lizhi.

Such a rare beauty, who could easily make a living with her looks, actually chose this kind of profession.

Qin Shuyi could sense the various gazes falling on her.

From the crew members and from those celebrity guests.

She was no stranger to such looks. Except for one, which was overly brazen.

Her gaze swept over them without a flicker of emotion, meeting a pair of bright, mirthful eyes.

It was Shen Yaochuan, one of the male singer guests.

With Ling Jue's ample funding, and with Tian Lizhi—renowned and skilled—specifically brought in by him, Director Tian had been very careful in selecting the guests himself.

Each participating celebrity had their own unique appeal and considerable fame.

Shen Yaochuan was undoubtedly a standout. Tall and handsome, with golden-dyed hair, he resembled a sunny, energetic young lion.

His nose was high-bridged, his features deep, hinting at some mixed heritage.

Records showed he was only twenty-three this year, yet remarkably talented and long-famous. Coupled with his reportedly privileged background, he was known for being wild, unrestrained, and arrogant, strutting through the entertainment industry without a care.

Now, seeing Qin Shuyi notice him, he didn't avoid her gaze. Instead, he walked over confidently and asked, acting like they were already acquainted, "Why did you turn down Director Tian?"

For a regular person, this was a chance to skyrocket to fame.

Qin Shuyi didn't even lift her eyebrows. "Because I didn't want to."

A smile spread across Shen Yaochuan's face as he looked at her impassive expression. "Hey, has anyone ever told you you're really cold?"

He was, after all, currently the most famous male singer. Not to mention his accolades, just his face alone had captivated women of all ages.

Why was this embalmer so unflappable?

He wasn't afraid of their profession; he was just curious about her.

Qin Shuyi tilted her head slightly, looking up at him. "You can't be an embalmer if you're too emotional."

Shen Yaochuan gazed into those clear, icy eyes and suddenly froze.

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