RBCT Chapter 110 Was I forcibly hugged?
Chapter 110 Was I forcibly hugged?
Unable to resist Shen Yuege's insistence, the two found a hot pot restaurant and booked a private room.
After entering, Shen Yuege took off her sunglasses and mask and let out a long sigh of relief.
"Wearing so many layers every day when I go out is exhausting," Shen Yuege complained as she put her things down. "It's so much more comfortable at home, I can wear whatever I want."
"Hmm." This is also the fundamental reason why Lu Ran didn't want to show his face in this world.
As a big star, paparazzi are everywhere.
Like this show, there will definitely be many paparazzi staking out near the production crew.
However, Shen Yuege has been in the industry for so many years and has basically had zero scandals, which is quite rare.
Lu Ran felt that there must be a reason behind this from his cheap father-in-law.
It seems that her father-in-law is not as cold-hearted and unsupportive of her career as Shen Yuege thought.
It's more likely that he's witnessed the shady dealings in the entertainment industry and doesn't want his daughter to step into that dangerous place again.
Especially as he gets older and his influence diminishes, it will be difficult for him to smooth things over for Shen Yuege.
Looking at Shen Yuege, Lu Ran suddenly felt envious of her.
At home, there is a father's love as strong as a mountain and a mother's love as gentle as water.
As for myself, I have no relatives, whether in my past life or this one.
"What kind of hot pot should we order?" Shen Yuege didn't notice Lu Ran's strange behavior and was looking at the menu carefully.
"Let's have mushroom soup," Lu Ran said after gathering his thoughts.
"Big brother, you're really not going to try the spicy hot pot here in Hunan Province?" Shen Yuege asked in surprise. "I remember you usually like spicy food, don't you?"
"I've quit."
"Quit it? When?"
"just."
Lu Ran's main consideration was Shen Yuege. Although Shen Yuege loves spicy food, the upcoming program was more important.
Shen Yuege seemed to understand Lu Ran's intention and agreed to order the mushroom soup hot pot.
So much so that even the waiter couldn't believe it when he saw the two people's menus.
In their shop, not a single person goes a day without ordering the spicy hot pot, and now I've seen it.
After the ingredients were served, Shen Yuege tied up the hot pot while looking at Lu Ran across from her.
That feeling of happiness that comes from the very core of my being welled up in my heart again.
"Lu Ran," Shen Yuege called out to him.
"Hmm? What's wrong?" Lu Ran asked, puzzled by the unexpected sound.
"How about we renew the contract?" Shen Yuege's voice was a little softer, but Lu Ran could still hear her clearly.
In fact, Lu Ran had long had this plan, but he was never clear about Shen Yuege's thoughts.
After all, he was living and eating at her house for free, and receiving a considerable amount of kickbacks.
Most importantly, after these days of contact, Lu Ran has become content with the status quo, but he is struggling with how to bring it up.
Lu Ran felt that it would be strange if he were to speak up.
"Oh... okay, but..." Lu Ran felt that she still needed to maintain her public image.
"But what?" Shen Yuege asked nervously.
"You need to pay more!"
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Lu Ran was in a very good mood after finishing his meal with Shen Yuege.
The two agreed that after the contract expired, Shen Yuege would transfer one million yuan to his account every month.
Although Lu Ran is not short of money now, he still feels uneasy if he doesn't want anything.
After seeing Shen Yuege off, Lu Ran called Liu Siqi and asked her to come to a nearby coffee shop.
Upon hearing that Lu Ran had arrived in Xiangcheng, Liu Siqi on the other end of the phone was extremely excited.
Less than ten minutes later, a beautiful woman, completely covered up, entered Lu Ran's private room.
It was Liu Siqi, who had just been wronged on "The Voice of China".
However, judging from her current state, she no longer seems to have felt aggrieved at all.
"You even came all the way to Xiangcheng just to write a song for me?" Liu Siqi said first after removing her sunglasses and mask.
"Um...no...that's right." Lu Ran wanted to say no, but couldn't think of a good excuse for a moment, so he could only bite the bullet and admit it.
He was afraid that Liu Siqi would misunderstand, but now it seems that she really is going to misunderstand.
Liu Siqi was clearly agitated after hearing his words.
"Lu Ran, thank you."
Just as Liu Siqi was about to continue expressing her gratitude, Lu Ran handed her a USB drive.
"I'll say thank you later. Let's listen to the song first. If you're not satisfied, I'll revise it."
"Okay, sure."
Liu Siqi plugged the USB drive into the computer she had brought and started listening.
At that moment, Liu Siqi felt as if she had found a backer, someone to rely on.
Even though her ranking is quite low now, with Lu Ran by her side, she feels full of hope.
The two songs on the USB drive are "The Girl with Wings" and "Chasing the Light".
Liu Siqi listened attentively once, then closed her laptop.
"Lu Ran, thank you so much." Liu Siqi stood up excitedly and gave Lu Ran a big hug.
After the hug, I realized it was a bit inappropriate, so I quickly let go of her arms.
The main reason was that she heard these two songs and really liked them.
She felt that the delicate song "Chasing the Light" resonated with her.
Lu Ran was also startled by Liu Siqi's sudden action, but fortunately Liu Siqi only hugged him once.
Lu Ran didn't even dare to think about going any further...
How happy they are.
Ugh, ptooey!
How scared they must be.
After all, boys must take good care of themselves when they are out and about.
If I could be forcibly hugged this time, wouldn't it be... I can't even imagine.
After handing the two songs to Liu Siqi, Lu Ran and Liu Siqi left the coffee shop one after the other.
What neither of them noticed was that a camera shutter clicked just outside the private room window, capturing Liu Siqi embracing Lu Ran.
A week later, the third episode of "The Voice of China" was broadcast live.
The No. 1 studio of Xiangcheng TV was brightly lit.
The audience seats were packed, with fans from each group holding up light boards, turning the venue into a sea of stars. Shen Yuege's blue crescent moon, Liu Siqi's pink heart, Lin Wanting's gold crown, Chen Taisheng's silver microphone... each area represented the appeal of a superstar.
The atmosphere in the backstage dressing room was rather somber.
Liu Siqi sat in front of the makeup mirror as the makeup artist touched up her makeup. The person in the mirror had exquisite makeup, but her eyes showed a hint of fatigue.
"Sister Siqi, don't be nervous," the assistant whispered reassuringly. "You've practiced this song exceptionally well, you'll definitely be fine."
Liu Siqi twitched the corner of her mouth but didn't say anything.
Of the two songs, she ultimately chose "The Girl with Wings".
It wasn't because she disliked "Chasing the Light," but because she felt that "The Girl with Wings" was more suitable for the stage—more powerful and better able to showcase her growth.
"The Light Chaser" could be saved for later issues.
The thought that Lu Ran had flown over specifically for her to sing this song lessened Liu Siqi's nervousness considerably.
Recalling how she had rushed up to protect Lu Ran, Liu Siqi couldn't help but blush, and her thoughts began to wander.
I wonder if Lu Ran has a girlfriend?
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