CHAPTER 994: CHAPTER 135: SMOOTH FILMING (PART 2)

Song Ming glared at Yan Yuan, "How do we compete?"

The photographer stepped forward in response, looked at the two arguing, and said, "Is there anything you need help with?"

Yan Yuan pointed at Song Ming and said, "She wants to compete with me in acting skills. You’ll be the judge today. Based on the theme for the cover shoot, whoever delivers the effect you need best wins. Whoever doesn’t, loses!"

The photographer understood, it seemed, why Yan Yuan was deliberately provoking Song Ming.

This was clearly a strategy to provoke, and Song Ming was too enraged to think straight.

Even knowing it was a provocation strategy, she still fell into the trap.

"Fine, Yan Yuan, you said it. If you lose, you’ll have to obediently call me ’senior’ when you see me, pour me a cup of tea, and apologize," Song Ming ground his teeth. Today he was taking all the anger he’d felt over the years in the entertainment industry.

All because he was provoked by a young girl.

If he didn’t vent this anger, he probably wouldn’t be able to act well in the future.

"Deal. If you lose, you’ll call me ’auntie’ in the future," Yan Yuan said without backing down.

An A-list celebrity being challenged by a newcomer.

She wanted to see if this newcomer had what it takes.

So, the shooting began.

Yan Yuan and Song Ming were both competing hard.

As soon as the photographer gave the command, their expressions changed like magic, from unhappy to happy.

From pleasant to elated, from angry to calm.

The photographer was shooting and watching both of them working hard, grinning widely with satisfaction.

Xia Lu also breathed a sigh of relief.

But Song Ming’s manager was speechless while sipping his tea.

Even though Yan Yuan was a newcomer at today’s shoot,

she was leading the whole scene, making Song Ming appear passive.

He had to acknowledge Yan Yuan’s grasp of human nature.

Song Ming wouldn’t normally be provoked this easily.

But now, Yan Yuan not only provoked him, but also got someone so angry that he still had to keep working hard on the shoot...

This was unprecedented.

Within two hours, the interior shots were completed.

"Okay, everyone, take a break, go to the canteen for lunch. We’ll go to the outdoor shoot afterward. At this pace, we should finish before the afternoon is over," the photographer said.

Yan Yuan walked out from under the spotlight, feeling a bit tired.

Xia Lu handed her a glass of water, Yan Yuan took it and drank a sip, "How was the effect?"

After all, she had made a bet with Song Ming earlier.

In truth, she hadn’t planned on surpassing Song Ming.

But no matter what, she couldn’t perform too poorly herself.

The theme of this cover was about two people, two competitors.

If the shoot didn’t go well, it could easily be criticized by the audience.

Though she was pretty, she still needed to capture the essence of the theme.

No matter what, it was her first time shooting a cover, so she was a bit nervous.

Plus, Song Ming was an A-list star, already familiar with being under the lights, his serious attitude was a bit intimidating.

"Great, excellent!" Xia Lu patted Yan Yuan on the shoulder, praising, "Even the photographer couldn’t believe it’s your first cover shoot."

"So between him and me, who’s better?" Yan Yuan asked.

Xia Lu smiled, "Evenly matched, you’re a newcomer but you’ve got momentum, while Song Ming is a senior, naturally with more experience than you."

Yan Yuan pouted; from Xia Lu’s tone, it seemed everyone leaned more towards Song Ming.

However, she had to admit that Song Ming was much stronger when it came to shooting skills.

He didn’t need much direction from the photographer, he could immediately capture the desired emotions.

Whereas her actions and gaze needed prompts from the director.

Perhaps, without anyone else telling her, she also knew that Song Ming was a bit better than her.

However, fortunately, today’s shoot went smoothly.

Everyone was happy, and calling Song Ming "senior" wasn’t a big deal.

After all, he was a senior.

If they had talked nicely when they met today, she would have called him senior anyway.

Was there really a need for all this hassle!

Yan Yuan had just removed her makeup, ready to go eat.

When she heard Su Meili’s flamboyant voice coming from outside the studio.

"Yueyue, Yueyue, are you there?" Su Meili called out while looking everywhere.

Yan Yuan sighed, having no choice but to respond, "I’m here."

Hearing the voice, Su Meili dashed excitedly into the makeup room and, seeing Yan Yuan with her makeup off, charged forward and hugged her.

"Yueyue, I’ve been looking for you forever. You didn’t pick up when I called, have you finished the shoot? Let’s go out and play!" Su Meili hugged Yan Yuan’s arm, shouting.

Yan Yuan took a deep breath, having to admit that the life of kids from wealthy families was good.

Free from worries of food and clothing, their minds filled only with thoughts of having fun every day.

"I still have shooting this afternoon, so I can’t go," Yan Yuan replied calmly.

"When will you be done shooting?" Su Meili asked, displeased, with a frown.

Yan Yuan recalled the director’s words and explained, "Six in the evening."

"Alright, I got it. Today, I’m treating all the staff to lunch. The food will arrive shortly. Eat up, then continue shooting. I have something very important tonight and I need you to come with me," Su Meili said generously.

As her words fell, a variety of gourmet dishes were brought in by a group of waiters.

Instantly, the aroma filled the room, brightening the eyes of the twenty or so staff present.

"A seafood feast!"

"And it’s from Qipin Seafood Restaurant. Thank you, Yueyue, thank you, miss!" Immediately, no one felt the need to hold back.

Su Meili had a table set up.

She pulled Yan Yuan to sit down at the table and said, "I haven’t eaten yet, let’s eat together."

Looking at the table full of dishes, Yan Yuan guessed that Su Meili knew she could eat, so she had arranged extra just for her.

Yan Yuan was speechless.

She waved over the photographer and Xia Lu.

"Come, let’s all eat together!"

The photographer Zhang Peng and Xia Lu, seeing the huge table of dishes that looked even more appealing just from being plated, joined in.

Because they still didn’t know that Yan Yuan could finish a whole table by herself.

Just as Su Meili was about to say something, Yan Yuan quickly grabbed her hand, whispering in her ear, "Don’t mention how much I eat. I’ll try to eat less from now on."

She didn’t want to end up as embarrassed as Yu Heng.

Thinking of this, Yan Yuan suddenly recalled Yu Heng who was secretly hanging above.

This guy was probably starving from craving by now.

Thinking of having to feed Yu Heng, she suddenly felt overwhelmed.

What should she do?

Yan Yuan introduced Su Meili to everyone.

Of course, Xia Lu already knew her.

It was Zhang Peng’s first time meeting Su Meili, but from her attire and accessories, it was clear she was from a wealthy family. Otherwise, who just casually treats everyone to a luxurious seafood feast?

"I want to eat!" Yu Heng finally grew impatient. She swung on Yan Yuan’s hair like a swing, angrily and pitifully.

Yan Yuan coughed and said to everyone, "Hold on, you guys chat. I need to use the restroom."

In the restroom, Yan Yuan removed Yu Heng from her hair.

She immediately turned into a little girl.

"Yueyue, I’m hungry!" Yu Heng waved her tiny fists. "I even helped you this morning, or else I won’t help you next time."

"Alright, alright, let’s eat. I’ll take you to eat right away." Yan Yuan could only lie to everyone.

So, she took Yu Heng out of the restroom.

When everyone saw her returning with an adorable little girl in hand, they immediately exclaimed.

"Who is this?" Xia Lu looked shocked.

Only Su Meili leaped up happily, embracing Yu Heng.

"Ah, sweetie, I’ve been looking for you for so long. I even secretly climbed Jiang Han’s house but couldn’t find you. I didn’t expect Yan Yuan to have you hidden here."

Yan Yuan introduced to everyone, "This is my younger sister. Her name is Yu Heng."