CHAPTER 465: CHAPTER 465 SHE’S A TOP-TIER SINGER, YOU’LL HAVE TO PAY MORE

The dress fell to the ground, leaving Wu Jie in only her pink underwear, exposed before everyone’s eyes.

Although she was currently facing away from Chen Bin, because of the fitting room mirror in front of her, that tender and fair body was clearly visible.

Her shapely chest, slim legs, coupled with that smooth, pale skin—she was nothing short of perfection.

Even though Chen Bin had seen many beautiful women before, faced with Wu Jie in this moment, he couldn’t help but gulp.

Just then, the fitting room door was suddenly pushed open from the outside.

Chen Bin quickly extended his hand to block Wu Jie’s private parts and turned his head, his eyes glaring angrily at a balding, sleazy man outside.

"Oh, I truly apologize, I thought there was no one inside."

After saying this, the man immediately closed the door again.

Evidently, this old man had done it on purpose!

As Chen Bin was preparing to storm out and reprimand him, he realized his hand was now pressing against Wu Jie’s shapely chest.

The soft, springy feeling was truly irresistible.

Wu Jie also widened her eyes, her delicate face filled with shock.

This was the first time since she could remember that she had appeared almost naked in front of a man.

Faced with the warm and firm hand on her chest, Wu Jie hung her head, not knowing what to do.

Seeing her unique mixture of youthful shyness and purity, Chen Bin couldn’t help but feel a wave of heart-racing emotion.

But to maintain his image, he quickly withdrew his hands.

He helped Wu Jie put her dress back on.

"Wait here a moment while I find the staff to fix the zipper. By the way, what’s your shoe size?"

Wu Jie held the dress tightly against her chest with both arms, sneaking a glance at Chen Bin in the mirror before responding shyly.

"Size 38."

Chen Bin nodded and walked out of the fitting room.

He found a staff member and told them that he wanted to rent a gown, but the zipper was broken and needed fixing.

After giving them Wu Jie’s fitting room number, Chen Bin went to a nearby women’s boutique.

He picked out a pair of well-crafted and stylish size 38 high heels, and had the staff recommend a pair of invisible undergarments.

After paying, he returned to the gown store.

The zipper had been fixed, and Wu Jie, now dressed in the gown, looked as radiant as a blooming peony.

Chen Bin opened the fitting room door and said to her, "Hurry inside."

Though Wu Jie was slightly puzzled, she went in.

Chen Bin handed her the shopping bag.

"Put this on."

Upon realizing it was an invisible undergarment, Wu Jie was both surprised and touched.

She hadn’t expected Chen Bin to be so thoughtful.

But recalling the previous moment when his hand had pressed against her chest, her face flushed red again.

Chen Bin gently unzipped the gown from behind her, then turned away.

"Let me know when you’re done putting it on."

Through the mirror, Wu Jie watched Chen Bin as she put on the invisible undergarments.

When she finished, she whispered, blushing, "All... all done."

Chen Bin turned back and zipped up her gown.

Then he took the high heels out of the shoebox, "Try these on and see if they fit."

Since there was no chair in the fitting room, Wu Jie leaned against the wall, seeming a bit awkward.

"Let me help you!"

Chen Bin immediately knelt down and reached out to remove Wu Jie’s shoes and socks.

Then, he placed the high heels onto her exquisitely shaped feet.

Watching this considerate yet handsome man in front of her, Wu Jie felt even more moved.

He seemed to treat her better than her boyfriend ever did...

As Wu Jie silently pondered, she suddenly heard Chen Bin’s voice.

"Walk around a bit and see how they feel."

Wu Jie took a few steps and nodded repeatedly.

"They’re quite fitting."

"Alright, then let’s hurry and go."

It was Wu Jie’s first time wearing high heels, and she struggled to stay balanced.

She wobbled as though walking on stilts.

"Ah!"

With a startled cry, she twisted her foot and fell toward the ground.

Luckily, Chen Bin was quick to react, catching her in his arms.

The scene replayed memories of their first encounter that night.

Chen Bin asked softly, "Are you alright?"

Wu Jie shook her head slightly, "I’m fine."

"First time wearing high heels?"

"Yes."

"Alright, let’s move slower then."

Chen Bin supported Wu Jie as they left the fitting room and proceeded to pay the deposit.

Seeing that time was tight, yet Wu Jie didn’t dare accelerate, Chen Bin gave her a princess carry.

Amid the surprised and envious stares of the surrounding people, Chen Bin ran toward the parking lot.

As a newly of-age young woman, Wu Jie envisioned her future life with excitement.

Her deepest wish was to be carried like this by her husband on her wedding day while wearing her wedding dress.

However, Chen Bin had just fulfilled this dream early.

When they returned to the TV station, there were only five minutes left before rehearsal.

Because this was the final live rehearsal with an audience, Chen Bin wanted everything to mimic the recorded show perfectly.

Which is why he was so unusually meticulous.

When Wu Jie reunited with the other three hosts, a makeup artist stood by furiously touching up her makeup.

Taking this moment, Chen Bin instructed,

"Wu Jie is wearing high heels for the first time, so she might easily stumble. During the performance, female hosts should hold onto the male hosts’ arms to avoid any accidents."

Then, he turned to Wu Jie and said,

"Once you’re on stage, it’s your time to shine. Don’t overthink it, just stride forward with confidence!"

At this point, the executive director reminded Chen Bin that showtime was fast approaching.

Without hesitation, he sprinted to the director’s station.

Picking up the microphone, he checked the time.

"All departments, prepare yourselves. 3, 2, 1, go!"

As Chen Bin’s command rang out, the music began to play.

The opening dance performers leaped onto the stage to the rhythm, bursting into a joyous choreography.

When the song ended, the four hosts stepped onto the stage together.

Wu Jie held onto Zhang Chi’s arm and smiled gracefully.

Her walk was elegant and confident; one could barely tell it was her first time wearing high heels.

Watching Wu Jie reach the center of the stage smoothly, Chen Bin finally exhaled deeply.

The rehearsal proceeded without a hitch. When the audience had left, Chen Bin praised everyone and made a series of reminders.

He encouraged them to rest well and show up the next day in top condition for the recording.

He also informed all performers that they had to be backstage by 9 a.m.

As for the other staff, they needed to arrive by 8 a.m.

When he got home for dinner, Chen Bin suddenly remembered that Wen Wan’s performance contract hadn’t been signed yet.

So he immediately drove to the hotel.

The problem was, he only had Lu Jiali’s phone number.

When he called, Lu Jiali informed him that Wen Wan was already asleep and that the contract would need to wait until the next day.

Though tomorrow was only the recording, Chen Bin didn’t want any mistakes.

After all, this was Yanxi Province’s first Spring Festival Gala, and the pressure was unimaginable.

Despite his dissatisfaction, Chen Bin gritted his teeth and held back.

Returning home, Zhao Nianbing was already asleep.

Chen Bin wrapped his arm around Zhao Xinmei’s slender waist, but his mind was far from at ease.

The show’s routine spun in his mind over and over again like a carousel.

The next morning, after getting up and washing up,

he ate breakfast with Zhao Xinmei before heading directly to the broadcasting hall.

By 8 a.m., all staff members were in place.

Chen Bin gave a brief speech, mostly encouraging everyone to persevere.

After 8 a.m., performers began to arrive at the venue one after another.

By 9 a.m., everyone was in place.

As everyone got into their positions, Chen Bin took the contract to Wen Wan’s dressing room.

"Can the contract be signed now?"

Wen Wan remained silent, but Lu Jiali replied expressionlessly,

"No, there’s a problem!"

"What problem?"

To Chen Bin, the contracts he had provided were identical, except for differing personal details and payment amounts.

But now, there was an issue with Wen Wan’s?

Lu Jiali smirked proudly, crossing her stout arms as she said with a laugh,

"Wen Wan is a top-tier singer, and 2.5 million doesn’t match her worth. 3 million! Change it to 3 million, and I’ll sign right now!"