Jin Ying was just about to embarrass Song Xi when the director walked in, followed by a man.
He looked a bit familiar. Jin Ying took a closer look and was stunned.
It was Lu Chenyu, Director Lu!
He had won the New Director Award last year. Although young, his talent was undeniable.
In the past, Jin Ying would have disdained to fawn over him, but times had changed. She couldn't afford to miss any opportunity!
So, she immediately abandoned her sharp and sarcastic demeanor and slinked over with a sway of her serpentine waist.
"You're sick!"
Ye Tian scoffed and continued to help Song Xi hand out cookies.
The staff praised them, everyone was supportive.
Song Xi was touched, feeling that everyone was so kind.
"Director Lu, hello, I'm Jin Ying."
Jin Ying extended her hand proactively, her voice sweet and delicate.
The director felt goosebumps. He had a good relationship with Lu Chenyu and, in front of him, he said to Jin Ying with disdain, "Behave yourself."
Jin Ying's lips twitched, and she ignored the director.
Lu Chenyu nodded indifferently, his eyes scanning the people present, finally settling on the busy figure of a woman.
At that moment, Song Xi walked over.
Upon seeing Lu Chenyu, a fleeting surprise flashed in her eyes. Then, she took another packet of cookies from the bag.
"Director, I'm sorry for causing you trouble during this period."
"You made these yourself? You've put in a lot of effort."
Seeing her sincerity and considering Lu Chenyu's presence, the director decided not to dwell on it.
Song Xi calmly handed another packet to Lu Chenyu. "Director Lu."
Lu Chenyu paused, suppressing the turbulent emotions in his eyes. He took it, his voice a little hoarse, "...Thank you."
It seemed she was resilient and unaffected, which reassured him.
Jin Ying thought Song Xi was deliberately stealing her spotlight and cursed her as a vixen in her heart!
During the meal, the lead actors, director, and producer sat together. As Lu Chenyu was a guest, he naturally sat at the head table.
Jin Ying was displeased and muttered sarcastically, "The second female lead is also considered a lead actor."
"Why not? If you're not satisfied, you can sit elsewhere."
Ye Tian retorted, subtly creating a buffer between her and Song Xi.
Jin Ying gritted her teeth in anger. This Ye Tian was becoming more and more sharp-tongued!
The atmosphere at the dinner table was relatively harmonious.
The director asked, "How was it filming in the desert? I heard the environment there is quite harsh."
"It was fine." Lu Chenyu's gaze flickered towards Song Xi.
She was chatting with Ye Tian.
"Your drama is also about to wrap up, isn't it? What are you planning to film next?" the director asked again.
Lu Chenyu took a sip of water. "I haven't thought about it yet."
Jin Ying seized the opportunity to interject, "Director Lu, I'm your fan. I'm really looking forward to your next drama!"
She had secretly checked online earlier.
Although it wasn't a big production, the male and female leads were visually appealing, and the script was good. If all went well, it should become a minor hit on the platform.
Lu Chenyu's attitude was distant and polite. "Thank you."
"..."
Jin Ying felt a bit defeated. Was this Lu Chenyu a block of wood? Why was he so unresponsive!
Not long after, Qin Feng also arrived.
He was dressed flamboyantly today, like a peacock displaying its feathers. One could smell his overpowering perfume from a distance.
He was partly responsible for the "Song Xi and male actor flirtation" scandal that had broken out. It was his fault, yet instead of clarifying, he let the rumors escalate!
This was why Ye Tian disliked him, even more than plagiarism!
How dare he show his face here?
Ye Tian abruptly stood up.
Song Xi stopped him in time. "Don't cause trouble."
"Director Lu, long time no see."
Qin Feng smiled and tried to get close to Lu Chenyu, but Lu Chenyu didn't fall for it at all. Instead, he asked coldly, "When did we ever meet?"
Qin Feng choked. "Last year, at the red carpet."
Lu Chenyu was unforgiving. "Sorry, I don't remember."