Chapter 33: Assistant Jun
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The people on the set were quite surprised when Lu Xici suddenly chose a personal assistant.
Especially the crew members.
Before and after the shoot, Lu Xici could feel numerous gazes directed at Jun Youyue. A casual glance revealed people whispering and casting lingering looks at Jun Youyue.
Most of them kept a safe distance, hesitant to approach.
Lu Xici wondered how many of them might be spies, sharing information about their situation with the mortal enemies of the Jun family.
As a close friend of Lu Xici, Song Liufeng dared to approach and observe Jun Youyue.
She had a feeling that Lu Xici's new assistant looked familiar, especially with that unusually aloof demeanor.
She must have seen this person before, but without seeing the face, it was challenging to recognize.
"Why is she wearing a mask?" Song Liufeng couldn't figure out who this person was for a long time, so she had to ask a curious question.
"She has a cold." Lu Xici lied with her eyes open, and then Jun Youyue put on a coat.
Jun Youyue was quite cooperative and coughed.
Song Liufeng bought it. "What about her professional skills?"
Jun Youyue glanced at her.
Song Liufeng always felt the intensity in that gaze, pressing down on her, making her instinctively want to keep her mouth shut.
"I caught two people taking unauthorized photos," Jun Youyue said, withdrawing her gaze.
Why is this person so annoying, disturbing her and her wife's private time?
"Impressive...." Song Liufeng's assistant had been with her for four years and still hadn't developed sharp eyes. At best, she had keen ears and shared the gossip from the crew every day.
"How come you suddenly want to find assistants? Weren't you uncomfortable with them being too close to you before?"
Without Jun Youyue's gaze, Song Liufeng's pressure suddenly dropped.
After asking, she circled around Jun Youyue and finally understood where that sense of discomfort came from.
She felt that this assistant was more like a bodyguard!
Look at this height of 1.75 meters, the somewhat visible muscular arms, and this intimidating aura that repels people from miles away.
Standing next to Lu Xici, 99% of people would hesitate to approach her and cause trouble for her.
"What Lin-jie suggested before, I think it makes sense." Lu Xici said the lines she had thought of.
Jun Youyue's ears perked up. Who is Lin-jie? Is it the colleague who confessed to Lu Xici before?
Hearing Lin Ni's name, Song Liufeng showed a look of realization. It turned out to be the suitor, and it made sense.
"Have you two been in contact these days?"
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“Yes. Why are you gossiping about this?" Lu Xici noticed the change in Jun Youyue's expression, took a step back, and distanced herself from Song Liufeng.
"I'm just curious. After work today, I'll treat you to dinner!"
After the first phase of filming was completed, Song Liufeng actually didn’t have many scenes left.
Her crew arranged a variety show for her almost seamlessly, and afterward, she had to find time in between to complete the remaining scenes.
So this lunch is equivalent to Song Liufeng's final feast.
Lu Xici should agree to it both emotionally and rationally.
She glanced at Jun Youyue and noticed that she still had a cold face, expressionless, not sure if she was listening to their conversation.
Lu Xici decided to skip this topic. "Speaking of which, I feel like someone I recently met is quite similar."
There is still some tacit understanding among adults.
Song Liufeng followed Lu Xici's words and started a new topic.
"Who is it? Is she a sister? Is she fierce? Sister, are you finally introducing me to someone?"
"...She's a straight girl." The type who likes tan, muscular men.
Song Liufeng's expression turned disdainful as she looked at Lu Xici.
"Aren't we close friends? Why are you pushing me into the fire pit?" Introducing her to a straight girl, what a malicious intention!
"I never said I was going to introduce you to someone."
Lu Xici just felt that both she and Taosheng were energetic social cattle, so they should get along.
Song Liufeng shook her head like a tambourine. "Forget it. I need to start preparing for my happiness in the second half of my life. Do you think I should go on a blind date?"
She had high standards, and it was challenging to make genuine friends in the entertainment industry. That's why she was considering something a bit early for her age.
Lu Xici coughed.
"It may not be reliable." Like a wife who might contribute to conflicts.
"But it's not impossible to try." Like reconciling with a wife, both gain a better understanding of each other.
"Teacher Song, you have a scene that needs to be reshot." Cheng Yi shouted on the set.
"Okay, coming—" Song Liufeng had to end the casual chat with her friend.
Lu Xici then entered the dressing room with Jun Youyue.
As soon as the door closed, Jun Youyue removed the obstructive mask and tied up her hair which was also in the way.
She reached out to Lu Xici, and Lu Xici responded to her with a hug.
"It's so hard." Jun Youyue rubbed the soft hair on her girl's head and gave Lu Xici a light kiss on her forehead.
Lu Xici thought she was talking about the assistant's job.
Since she agreed to play the role of an assistant, Jun Youyue followed the crew's staff and did odd jobs for the entire morning.
Given Lu Xici's status, Jun Youyue probably didn't encounter any difficulties.
The crew had prepared a temporary assistant for Lu Xici, but with Jun Youyue's arrival, the responsibilities needed to be handed over.
It's unclear whether the transition of tasks went smoothly or not.
"Sorry, there's indeed a lot going on in the crew." Lu Xici felt a soft touch on her forehead.
But it was too brief for her to think of it as a kiss. She didn't dwell on the possibility, avoiding any awkwardness.
".... You've worked hard." Jun Youyue sighed, massaging Lu Xici's shoulders.
Although today's scenes were not particularly heavy, with only two shots, one involved wirework, and the other would have cold water splashed on her.
Jun Youyue had researched how strenuous wirework could be and felt a lot of sympathy for her.
At this moment, she still doesn't know that Lu Xici will have cold water splashed on her next; otherwise, she might end up feeling heartbroken.
Lu Xici didn't know how to describe this feeling.
A delightful numbness spreads through her chest, accompanied by a warm sensation that makes her head feel a bit hot. She feels a bit floaty, and a smile involuntarily appears on her lips.
Is this overflowing love?
Lu Xici tightened her grip, wanting to be as close to Jun Youyue as possible.
She has liked Jun Youyue for a long time, and today, with Jun Youyue frequently delivering affectionate words, her inner joy couldn't be contained. She wanted to express it through actions.
"You're so kind." Lu Xici changed her position, hugged Jun Youyue's neck, and kissed her cheek to cheek.
In this position, her mouth was right next to Jun Youyue's ear. She finally understood why Jun Youyue liked to play with her ears.
So she also turned her head slightly and rubbed her lips against Jun Youyue's ear.
Having experienced more thrilling moments, Jun Youyue's reaction was much subtler than Lu Xici's.
Although you could see a slight reddening of her ear, her face remained calm.
"I may have to have lunch with Song Liufeng."
Lu Xici still feels a bit shy about pushing further, so instead, she shifted to discussing more serious matters.
"Can I join?" She didn't realize the importance of this before, but now she wants to meet Lu Xici's friends.
Even if she ends up being an annoying light bulb*.
*third wheel
After the morning speculations, Lu Xici now feels a bit on edge, suspecting everyone might be from the opposing camp.
Even though she and Song Liufeng have been friends for five years, longer than her marriage with Jun Youyue, she still doesn't dare to take things lightly.
"I don't know if we can trust...” Lu Xici trailed off, her expression showing a hint of confusion.
If even Song Liufeng can't be relied upon, how many friends does she have that are truly trustworthy?
Understanding her concerns, Jun Youyue reassures herself, “Forget it."
Lu Xici feels a bit sad.
It's not that she's too clingy. On the first day after resolving the misunderstanding and returning to good terms, she just wants to stick with Jun Youyue all the time.
"I'll try to go faster and eat less. We can have another lunch together when we get back."
"I'll try to be quick and eat less, then we can have lunch together when I return."
The first official lunch in their relationship, she still wants to share it with Jun Youyue.
Jun Youyue didn't grasp the significance of this.
She frowned, "Is it necessary? It's too much trouble..."
“...isn't it?" Lu Xici added to what she said, also starting to question the necessity of her own thoughts.
"I'm afraid you'll go hungry," Jun Youyue scolded herself in her heart.
Her wife is Inviting her to share lunch, what was she saying?
Lu Xici grinned again.
“I get it. It's not like I won't eat. Just order a meal, don't make too much fuss, and I'll join you for another meal when I come back~"
***
After the wire action scene, the next scene began.
Without much thought, Lu Xici didn't call for Jun Youyue to avoid.
In the past, when filming, she had jumped over ponds and swam across rivers. Splashing water was nothing; it was like getting caught in the rain.
It was the scene where the modified humans first caused trouble for Mingxi. It was early autumn, and Lu Xici couldn't wear too much.
However, today was indeed a bit cold, and Lu Xici shivered a bit, spitting out the ice cube from her mouth.
Upon hearing that Lu Xici would be splashed with water, Jun Youyue's eyes turned red, tears beginning to well up.
Lu Xici comforted her with a few words in the dressing room and then they both left to start filming.
Jun Youyue's gaze towards her seemed somewhat complicated.
Lu Xici could sense the heartache but couldn't comprehend the source of the pain, a guilt-like suffering.
"It's okay, I'm used to it. Really, don't worry." Before going on stage, Lu Xici comforted Jun Youyue in a soft voice.
Jun Youyue hummed, the anguish in her eyes deepening.
She is feeling guilty for not noticing earlier the hardships Lu Xici goes through while acting. She wonders how many scenes like this Lu Xici has experienced to casually say she's accustomed to it.
In the recent film "Bridesmaid," Jun Youyue vividly remembers a scene where Lu Xici jumps into the river.
Initially, she thought it was a computer-generated effect, but now, considering Lu Xici's dedication, she believes Lu Xici likely did it herself.
She hadn't even visited the set before, and she had never asked Lu Xici about her work or if it was tiring.
No wonder Lu Xici felt that she didn't like her.
Even Jun Youyue herself began to doubt whether her past affection was genuine or not.
She regretted missing out on so much.
Therefore, even though Jun Youyue was somewhat prepared when she saw Lu Xici being splashed with water, her mind went blank. Anger engulfed her, and she rushed out without thinking.
That was her sweetheart she had finally won back, how could she possibly stand by and watch her being treated like this?
Author's Note:
Lu Xici: I'm not clingy.
Still Lu Xici: Eating two meals for lunch, just for the sake of friendship and being a good wife.
Arranging a side CP, black belly senior sister x playful little sunshine, maybe in the extra story.