The Patron

After hearing that, Chen Zheng felt he could no longer back down. He was certain he had to keep this girl by his side. He liked Lin Xiao Xiao's sweetness and her coquettishness. Every expression, every gesture, and every word seemed to hit all of his preferences.

With an ambiguous gaze, Chen Zheng replied, "To be Xiao Xiao's Godfather, I couldn't ask for more!"

Lin Xiao Xiao knew this fatal preference of Chen Zheng's all too well. In her heart, she thought that since she had returned, she would definitely play with his heart until she was satisfied!

Thinking this, she put on a bashful smile and said gently, "Godfather is the best!"

Her words were just loud enough for everyone around to hear. Although they were all seasoned veterans in the industry, hearing her speak made everyone marvel inwardly. They all thought that this girl, Lin Xiao Xiao, was not simple at all; only eighteen or nineteen years old yet so skillful, making Chen Zheng soften with just a few words. Chen Zheng was no different—a man more than ten years older than her, yet so easily swayed!

Lin Xiao Xiao and Chen Zheng continued to "support each other" while eating; she fed him a bite of food, and he poured her a sip of wine, leaving the people around them feeling awkward. Even Luo Bing—someone so experienced—couldn't help but think: "Heavens, is this really the daughter of Lin Jian Guo and Huo Jia? How can she be this proficient?"

When the party ended, Lin Xiao Xiao was tipsy. Chen Zheng took the opportunity to invite her to his suburban villa to "view the night scenery." She happily agreed.

At Chen Zheng's villa, the two had an emotional night, from viewing the night scenery to viewing other things. Afterward, Chen Zheng felt that this time, he had truly fallen for this girl. He had never seen anyone who could play the role of "Godchild" while being so interesting at the same time.

The next morning, Lin Xiao Xiao wore the new clothes Chen Zheng had prepared for her and limped into the company office, only to face Song Cheng Ling, whose face was dark with anger. She hurriedly grabbed Song Cheng Ling's arm and acted spoiled, "Good sister, don't be angry! I promise there won't be a next time!"

"You still dare to have a next time?" Song Cheng Ling glared at her sternly.

Lin Xiao Xiao shook her head vigorously, "No, no, I wouldn't dare!" Truly, her body was still aching; there wasn't a single spot that didn't hurt. But now wasn't the time to worry about that.

She continued to act spoiled, pleading with Song Cheng Ling, "Little sister, you're the best. If my mom calls later, you must help me out. Just say I stayed at your place overnight. Otherwise, my parents will kill me!"

Song Cheng Ling couldn't help but feel for the poor girl and finally helped her one more time, providing cover for her with her mother.

After handling the call from Huo Jia, Lin Xiao Xiao intended to lie down in the company's break room. Her body was truly uncomfortable. But Song Cheng Ling sat down seriously beside her and said, "Xiao Xiao, I know you have ambition, but this method isn't the way to go far in the entertainment industry. You're young; I hope you focus on honing your acting, from small roles to supporting ones. If you persevere, success will come!"

Hearing this, Lin Xiao Xiao couldn't hold back her tears. In her heart, she remembered her previous life, where it was Song Cheng Ling—with her persistence and integrity—who had saved her once from a trap-filled love net. She resolved that in this life, she would definitely not let Song Cheng Ling sacrifice herself for her again.

Lin Xiao Xiao covered her face, her voice choked as she said, "I'll listen to you, Sister Cheng Ling."

Seeing the girl's eyes turn red, Song Cheng Ling didn't have the heart to scold her further and comforted her, telling her to rest.

After Lin Xiao Xiao fell asleep, Dong Gang received a call from Luo Bing, informing him that Xiao Xiao would take the lead female role in the movie "Feng." Dong Gang was overjoyed but kept a calm face, as he understood all too well that it was all because Lin Xiao Xiao knew exactly whose lap to "rest her head" on.

Immediately after ending the call, Dong Gang sat silently looking out at the busy streets outside the window, his heart full of conflict. He knew this world had no absolute fairness, but in his soul, he still couldn't quite accept it.