378 A Lure, Invitation From The Director
Ai Tingya felt that Zachary was quite capable after spending a week together. Everyone could see how stunning he was on the first stage after all. Furthermore, Zachary was a director who had come from Shanghai TV Station. It was necessary for the boss to greet him when he came to inspect work.
Luo Feng nodded. âI was too busy previously and didnât even have time to eat. I can take this opportunity to greet him.â
The two of them passed through the lounge area and walked to the staff rest area. This was a place without cameras. At that time, Luo Feng had considered that the contestants would also have special circumstances that did not look like they had entered the country, so he had prepared many lounges here.
The male and female sections were divided into two sides, and the directorâs lounge was at the top of the male section.
The two of them chatted as they walked up. Luo Feng unintentionally saw someone enter the male area.
âSomeone went in just now,â Luo Feng said.
Ai Tingyaâs attention was on Luo Feng. When she looked again, he had already entered. âIs he a staff member?â
âShe should be a contestant,â Luo Feng said. âSheâs wearing a pinkish-gray training suit. Also, she has a large number 15 label on her.â
Ai Tingya immediately perked up.
Wasnât Number 15, Ah Shuang, the girl who had a lot of scenes this time? The program had a clear rule. If there were no special circumstances, contestants had to apply in advance to enter the staff rest area and get permission.
Ah Shuangâs actions were clearly against the rules.
Ai Tingya had a bad feeling when she thought about how many scenes she had on the first stage.
Luo Feng bumped her shoulder and pulled her along. âFollow them and take a look.â
The two of them walked quickly and quickly caught up to Ah Shuang. They fell behind her and followed her up the stairs to the highest floor.
Then, Ah Shuang stopped in front of Director Zacharyâs door and knocked lightly. âDirector, Iâm coming in.â
After Ah Shuang entered, Luo Feng and Ai Tingya quickly followed. They saw that the door had opened a crack and they could see inside.
The directorâs room had one bedroom, one living room, and one bathroom. The moment he entered, he saw the sofa and the difference in price. Zachary was sitting on the sofa with his legs crossed, one hand constantly touching the empty seat beside him.
Ah Shuang stood in front of Zachary and asked, âDirector, why are you looking for me?â
Zacharyâs eye sockets were very deep, and his eyes seemed to be nestled inside as he sized her up. He stroked his chin and said, âI remember that you guys donât allow all communication devices that can be connected to the outside world, right?â
Ah Shuang nodded. âYes, to be fair.â
Zachary took out his phone and placed it on the coffee table. He leaned back on the sofa and said, âDo you want to know about your performance yesterday?â
Ah Shuang fell silent.
Luo Feng and Ai Tingya could not see her expression, but they could tell from her hands that she was very tempted.
After hesitating for a while, Ah Shuang said, âNo⊠No need. Thank you, Director, I have to abide by the rules.â
Seeing that she wasnât going to take the bait, Zachary revealed a determined smile. He patted the seat beside him and said, âSit down and talk slowly.â
Ah Shuang didnât choose to sit beside Zachary. Instead, she sat in another single seat. âDirector, is there anything else? I still have to go back and rehearse for the new stage.â
Zachary didnât answer. Instead, he asked, âI heard that your familyâs conditions arenât very good. Your father⊠isnât in good health either.â
He focused on Ah Shuangâs paralyzed father.
Ah Shuang lowered her eyes. Her face, which was full of vitality, was also covered with a layer of gloom.
âYou guys are going to be sealed here for more than three months. Donât you want to call home and ask?â Zachary continued to guide Ah Shuang.
The first condition was already very tempting. In order to be fair, Ah Shuang refused to look at her phone. However, her family had always been Ah Shuangâs concern. She thought of her aged grandmother and young sister.
She really wanted to hear their voices. She wanted to ask her father if he had watched yesterdayâs show.
Did they feel that she was different on stage?
Ah Shuang pursed her lips and tightened her grip on the corner of her shirt. After struggling for a moment, she said carefully, âCan I really call my father?â
âOf course you can. Otherwise, I wouldnât have asked you to come alone.â Zacharyâs smile widened.
Ah Shuang held the phone with both hands. She was still struggling internally. She looked up and said, âJust three minutes!â
âYou can call as long as you want.â Zachary was very generous.
Ah Shuang dialed the number based on her memory. The few seconds of waiting for the call to connect seemed to be as long as a few hours.
âHello? Hello! Daddy, itâs Ah Shuang. I borrowed the directorâs phone to call you. I only have three minutes!â Ah Shuang started crying. âIâm fine here. How are you feeling?â
âYes, yes. Iâll take care of myself. You and Grandma, too.â
âIf Little Sister is naughty, Iâll beat her up when I get back. Donât worry⊠Mm-hm, itâs fine as long as sheâs obedient.â
âDid you watch TV last night? Thank you, Dad. Iâll keep working hard!â
âRemember to remind Grandma to take her medicine on time. If the leftovers are spoiled, donât eat them. I can already earn money!â
Ah Shuang cried as she spoke quickly, as if she had a basket of words to answer.
Even though Luo Feng and Ai Tingya could not hear what Ah Shuangâs father said, they could roughly guess from Ah Shuangâs answer. It was nothing more than trivial instructions.
Just like every time his parents or Professor Ai called.
No matter how old they were, their parents would always be worried about their children.
âYes, yes. Iâll eat well and wonât lose weight. You guys take care of your bodies too. Iâll work hard!â Ah Shuang sniffed. âThree minutes are up. Iâm hanging up.â
She hung up decisively and stared blankly at the two minutes and 59 seconds of call time on the screen for a while.
Ah Shuang quickly composed herself and handed the phone to him with both hands. âThank you, Director.â
âYouâre welcome.â Zachary held his phone in one hand and wiped Shuangâs tears with a tissue in the other.
âDirector!â
Realizing that the action had crossed the line, she took a tissue and hurriedly stood up to distance herself. She didnât dare to move even if Zachary didnât say that he was leaving. She stared at the tip of her shoe awkwardly.
âHowâs your fatherâs health?â Zachary made small talk as if nothing had happened.
Ah Shuang nodded vigorously.
âHe must be very satisfied with your performance last night.â Zachary leaned lazily against the sofa and said, âItâs no wonder. I gave you the most scenes after all.â
âThank⊠Thank you, Director.â Ah Shuang bowed 90 degrees, her heart beating nervously.
The director obviously had other motives for calling her over. She could not thank him from the bottom of her heart.
âThereâs no need to thank me. After all, your performance is really very good.â Zachary smiled. âBut I also discovered other girls with good performances yesterday. You might not have so many scenes next time.â
Facing the blatant threat and temptation, Ah Shuang bit her lips tightly and did not speak.
Zachary leaned forward slightly and stared at her impressive breasts. âActually, you donât have to work so hard. I have many ways to help you.â
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