To have someone like that love her, what do you think?

Gu Xizhi thought about this problem all night.

In fact, Gu Xizhi didn't know anything about Lin Zongyao.

During these years abroad, Gu Xizhi has been in touch with Bo Yiqing. Out of concern for her, Gu Xizhi has actually asked about her emotional experiences and even tried to introduce new relationships. However, for many years, Bo Yiqing has always used the excuse of career development and hasn't mentioned anything about emotions.

The name Lin Zongyao is actually a name that she saw in news reports.

In this era of overwhelming online information, it seems like there are no celebrities immune to gossip media's scrutiny. Probably around the end of last year, Gu Xizhi once saw a photo of the backs of Bo Yiqing and Lin Zongyao on Weibo. Regarding this photo, the media spared no effort to add fuel to the fire, and every word was filled with suggestive insinuations. After seeing this news, Gu Xizhi specifically called Bo Yiqing to inquire about the situation. However, Bo Yiqing seemed to have little to say about it and explained that Mr. Lin is a work-related partner, quickly moving on from the topic.

Now looking back, she was indeed too careless.

Does she like him?

Gu Xizhi doesn't know.

Matters of the heart are sometimes uncertain, even to the people involved. She's just an observer; how could she assess these emotions on behalf of someone else?

That night, Gu Xizhi thought about it again and again and finally gave up the idea of ​​calling Bo Yiqing.

She is not qualified to dictate other people's feelings. Although she hopes that she can be happy, she only hopes that happiness will be her most determined choice.

It was Liang Ying who woke Gu Xizhi early the next morning.

The early morning sky was a clear blue, with bright sunlight breaking through the clouds, casting majestic golden shapes in the gentle mist.

During breakfast, Gu Xizhi, feeling drowsy because she woke up ten minutes early, sat on the balcony. Liang Ying kindly handed her a cup of coffee and said, "Wake up, wake up. You're meeting many important people today, so you need to be in good shape."

Gu Xizhi opened one eye and looked at her, "How do you know I'm meeting someone today?"

In fact, Gu Xizhi today was very resentful of Liang Ying and did not want to talk to her at all.

Liang Ying is just a half-grown child. Gu Xizhi couldn't understand why someone her age, who's at the age of loving to sleep in, could wake up so early. She also couldn't understand why, even though her alarm had only gone off once, Liang Ying was already wide awake and had managed to wake her up.

Liang Ying looked proud, "Who am I?

Gu Xizhi tugged at her ear, "Are you going to tell me or not?"

"I'll tell, I'll tell." Liang Ying surrendered quickly, rubbed her ears, and said with an aggrieved face, "I heard from Xiao A'Zhong that there will be two big names guesting on the set today.

Gu Xizhi looked puzzled, "Why would she tell you this?"

"Because one of those big names is someone she cares about." Liang Ying said, "And Xiao A'Zhong also said that she will be on set today to watch Qu Xizhi filming."

Gu Xizhi fell silent.

Even if she didn't want to pay attention to gossip news about Zhong Linshan, she probably knew who Liang Ying was referring to.

The shooting schedule was already set. Today, there would be two heavyweight actors and actresses guest-starring as judges for the violin competition scene. One of the actresses was named Chong Yinghua, a prominent Hong Kong artist with a strong track record in film and television. As for the actor, Gu Xizhi would never forget his name, no matter which day it was.

His name is Xiao Ji, and he was a veteran actor in the entertainment industry long before Gu Xizhi debuted. After so many years, he is still as brilliant as ever.

Gu Xizhi missed Scarlett Li's film that year. Even today, Gu Xizhi still feels regretful about it. However, it was only a little over two years ago that she confirmed that she had lost the role because of a single sentence from Xiao Ji. So, when it came to this person, Gu Xizhi truly didn't know how to face him.

To be honest, there was a time when Xiao Ji was absolutely her favorite actor. He was an extraordinarily talented actor, and professionally, Gu Xizhi didn't think he had any flaws or issues. She had always admired his acting, from the past to today. However, that year he refused to work with her simply because she was born in April, which was absurd and unreasonable.

He rejected him savagely and rudely without even seeing her acting skills, which was very difficult for Gu Xizhi to accept.

She didn't know why he had overturned his principle from years ago to agree to guest-star in this show. However, now that she had the chance to compete on the same stage with him again, Gu Xizhi didn't feel happy at all. Instead, she felt like there was a heavy weight on her heart.

"Xiao Ji?" Gu Xizhi said, pretending not to care, "He's just guest-starring in two scenes."

"That's still a big deal! He's Xiao Ji!" Liang Ying said mysteriously. "And I also heard some insider information that Zhong Linyu will accompany Xiao Ji today. It's really exciting today!" She chatted excitedly, "Anyway, I told Xiao Zhong that she must take me to the set to visit today!"

Gu Xizhi: "..."

Even if she doesn't want to pay attention to this, the aura of a large-scale Shura field* revealed in Liang Ying's words is very confusing.

*a tragic battlefield, among many other situations, it can also be used to describe polyamorous entanglements

Is it like this today?

In reality, in the tense atmosphere of the shoot, any gossipy thoughts get crushed to pieces.

Gu Xizhi was immersed in the fast-paced shooting tasks early in the morning. For a long time, she almost said nothing except her lines. When it was almost noon, the crew arranged for her to have an outdoor scene with an actress. But for some reason, the actress looked obviously in bad condition today.

"That's right. Don't you see my skill? You dare to compete with me?"

Outside the Xinghai Concert Hall, actress Lu Ying, wearing her performance outfit and carrying a violin on her back, stood in front of Yun Xiaoxiao, played by Gu Xizhi, blocking her path, followed by several "junior sisters" behind her.

It seemed that they were performing a scene of "causing trouble for Yun Xiaoxiao", but for some reason, the actress looked very absent-minded today, and her expressions and movements lacked momentum.

Gu Xizhi was an actress who liked to empathize with her co-stars. She glanced at Lu Ying and suddenly felt that she couldn't continue. She reluctantly continued, "If you put it that way." She pointed to some contestants passing by, "They are all competing against you, aren't they?"

"Cut——"

After this line was delivered, Director Scarlett Li called for a halt. She didn't immediately review the scene or ask for a reshoot. Instead, she said, "Let's take a break and have lunch. After the break, we'll shoot the scenes for today's competition."

"Alright," everyone responded and dispersed. Gu Xizhi wearily went back to rest under a sunshade. Scarlett Li quietly asked the crew members on the field, "Is the hall and the extras all set up?"

"Director Jia, everything is ready."

"Good. Have Xiao Ji and Chong Yinghua arrived?"

"Ms. Chong Yinghua arrived an hour ago. She had already eaten and put on makeup. Mr. Xiao Ji just arrived and he was already putting on makeup.

"Okay, I'll go over and say hello."

During the lunch break on the set, the staff received their boxed lunches and quietly ate under the shade. When Gu Xizhi returned to her spot under the sunshade, her assistant had already set up her lunch. She picked up her chopsticks and took a bite, but then she heard Liang Ying's commotion. She instinctively looked to her side.

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At a distance of less than two meters, Zhong Linshan, with Liang Ying, came over to where Qu Xizhi was sitting, carrying lunch boxes. It was Zhong Linshan's first time visiting the set, and many people hadn't seen her in person before, so when the two of them approached, Zhong Linshan attracted quite a few glances.

Gu Xizhi was also looking at her, but her mood was quite different today.

Perhaps due to the influence of Liang Ying's gossip, Gu Xizhi felt that her presence today was anything but ordinary. She had no more interest in thinking about the relationship between Zhong Linshan and Qu Xizhi.

However, Gu Xizhi didn't want to be overly concerned with other people's affairs.

At this point, Xiao Ji and Chong Yinghua should have arrived. She just wanted to focus on her own work and ensure that her scenes went smoothly.

The lunchtime was not long, and soon all the crew members had finished their lunch and began to rest or gather together in twos and threes to chat.

At first, Liang Ying had also come to find Gu Xizhi, but it was clear that the starry sky and the sea were her true destinations. She seemed genuinely interested in the other older brothers and sisters in the crew and quickly got lost in conversations with them.

It seems that Zhong Linshan ordered milk tea for the crew when she visited. When the delivery person brought the milk tea, everyone appeared quite happy and expressed their gratitude to Zhong Linshan.

But people's emotional states are really changeable.

Before Scarlett Li returned to the set, most people were happily chatting and holding their milk teas. But as soon as she arrived on the set, it was as if everyone had entered a different world, completely ignoring their milk teas.

The noon sun was scorching, and the vast music square was fully exposed to the sun. Only a few shady spots under the trees provided relief from the heat.

Three black cars drove along the driveway. The car at the front came to a stop, and Scarlett Li got out of it. However, after she exited the car, the door remained open, indicating that someone else was going to get out.

She waited for a moment, and soon a man's long legs emerged from the car. His trousers were perfectly straight, and his shoes looked spotless, without a speck of dust. As he got out of the car, he casually buttoned up his suit, and his indifferent eyes unconsciously scanned the surroundings, revealing a sense of calm and sharpness.

Many staff members under the awning let out exclamations one after another.

Soon, all three people from the cars had exited, and the crew members swiftly approached to hold up umbrellas and assist them. Chong Yinghua, Xiao Ji, and the person closely following Xiao Ji, Zhong Linyu, walked in the direction of the crew together.

Some of the crew members began talking animatedly to the newcomers, but none of them took out their phones to take photos.

The group arrived at the set, and Scarlett Li was the first to approach in Qu Xizhi's direction and Qu Xizhi was the first to stand up.

Chong Yinghua was the first to notice her and waved enthusiastically, "Xiao Qu, it's been a while! Qu Xizhi greeted back with equal warmth, "Long time no see, Sister Yinghua, Brother Xiao, Linyu..."

….

As the group gathered and exchanged pleasantries, the air was filled with the warmth of reuniting with old acquaintances. Chong Yinghua, in particular, seemed to have a strong liking for Qu Xizhi, embracing her with extra enthusiasm.

The appearance of two heavyweights undoubtedly broke the dullness of the afternoon. The crew quickly introduced everyone to these two stars. The actors appeared quite enthusiastic about the situation, with a few nearly forming a line, waiting for Scarlett Li to introduce them. However, the overwhelming number of greetings made it difficult for everyone to handle. When it came to other people, the two actors' responses seemed rather formulaic. After hearing Scarlett Li's introductions, they simply nodded to acknowledge they'd met them.

Gu Xizhi also greeted the two actors under Scarlett Li's introduction. However, it was clear that the two actors were struggling to remember so many people. Chong Yinghua was more accommodating when Gu Xizhi approached, given her leading role status, and she engaged in a friendly chat for a bit. However, Xiao Ji's demeanor left Gu Xizhi feeling somewhat stifled.

When Scarlett Li introduced her, there was no change of emotion in his eyes when he saw her. His eyes remained emotionless, with a sharp edge in his calm gaze, giving off an unsettling feeling, as if he didn't recognize her at all from start to finish and didn't care who she was.

Gu Xizhi felt suffocated.

It was obviously his fault at that time that made her miss such a good opportunity, his behavior made her feel that he didn't care about these things, and he hadn't remembered her from start to finish.

She felt that she was like grass on the roadside. He had clearly trampled on her, but she would never catch his attention, never get an explanation from him, and certainly not an ounce of apology.

There was still some time before the actual shoot began. A few people sat under another awning, and Liang Ying was undoubtedly the most social cow. Even in the face of someone as serious and cold as Xiao Ji, she dared to approach and make a fuss. However, it was clear that she excelled at observing and adapting. Faced with Xiao Ji's cold expression, her targets for her antics gradually became Zhong Linyu and Chong Yinghua.

But such a scene is really suffocating.

Qu Xizhi and Xiao Ji were seated on both sides of Gu Xizhi. Although Zhong Linshan and Zhong Linyu were sisters, there was no sign of them exchanging greetings.

Even though they didn't greet each other, it felt like sparks were colliding in the air.

Even though she really didn't want to care, she could still feel Zhong Linshan's eyes passing through her and looking in Xiao Ji's direction from time to time. She seemed to be in a very unhappy mood. Even though Qu Xizhi tried to console her, she was still moping on the sidelines.

The other side wasn't much better.

Liang Ying appeared to be somewhat familiar with Zhong Linyu, but no matter how she playfully insisted that Zhong Linyu should go sit with Qu Xizhi, Zhong Linyu politely declined and remained seated next to Xiao Ji.

The behavior of the two sisters really left people feeling unsure.

But even though the current scene was livelier than before, Gu Xizhi's mood had become even more solemn.

Xiao Ji's arrival was undoubtedly a blow to her.

His indifference and lack of recognition felt like another form of rejection. Gu Xizhi thought she could handle Xiao Ji's presence and his bias calmly, but she realized that she still cared.

Even though it had been so long, she didn't expect an apology from Xiao Ji, but she thought that the incident from back then would at least leave some impression in his heart. 

Now, it seemed like it was all her own self-doubt.

The atmosphere was filled with hidden currents, and Gu Xizhi took a deep breath, using the excuse of going to the restroom to head to the music fountain at the corner of the Xinghai Concert Hall.