Chapter 99

The last few days of filming for the movie.The whole production team was in chaos, as they rushed day and night to catch up on their progress.The more it went on, the worse everyone looked at Zhang Rong.Everyone was very tired and was not in the mood to look at Zhang Rong’s aggrieved look.When Mu Xiao visited Zhang Rong several times on the set, he was heartbroken by her haggard appearance.Mu Xiao’s eyes were filled with heartache as he said, ” Look how tired you are. It would be better for you to take a break.”Zhang Rong did not dare to mention taking a break since she was already despised by the whole production team. All she could say was, “No, filming will be done soon. I can’t hold everyone back.”Mu Xiao felt pity for her and reminded her softly, “Remember that you’re still pregnant.”Zhang Rong touched her belly happily. “I’ll protect him well.”Mu Xiao nodded. “When the film crew finishes filming, you’ll be able to have a good rest for a few days.”On the day the film shoot ended, the film crew was overjoyed.The director had organized a wrap party.Sima Qi was also rather emotional. There wasn’t a single person in the entire film crew who wasn’t tired.At night, Sima Qi said to Shi Mo, “I’ve finally finished filming my first movie!”The next thing she needed to do was to wait for the editing, promotion, and release.Sima Qi looked as if she could not wait to sleep for three days and three nights.As the female lead, her role had increased by quite a lot, and she had also worked overtime the most.Seeing her like this, Shi Mo hurriedly said, “Don’t go if you’re tired.””As the female lead, how could I not attend the wrap party?”Sima Qi laid herself on Shi Qi’s lap, intending to nap. “I’ll rest for an hour first. Please wake me up later.”Shi Mo nodded and patted her back gently.Sima Qi fell asleep.Soon, it was dark.When Sima Qi woke up, she realized she had already slept for two hours.”Aiya, I’m late.”Shi Mo said, “Don’t worry, I told the director you would be late! He knew you were tired and even asked that you rest more and told me not to wake you up.”Sima Qi smiled. “Why do I feel like you’re the one who told him that I was too tired and that he should not wake me up?”If it was not for Shi Mo’s reminder, Director Wang would not have even known that she was resting.Shi Mo smiled. “Smart.”Sima Qi rolled out of his arms and went into the bathroom to wash up. Only then did she drag Shi Mo out of the room.”I’ve been sleeping for so long, I’m hungry now!” Sima Qi said.The crew was in a joyous mood when they entered the private room.There were two seats beside the director.Even Mu Ye and Sima Han had been invited to attend.However, Sima Han did not look very happy.When she saw Sima Qi coming over, she quickly approached her and said, “Finally you’re here. Zhang Rong is really in the spotlight today.””What’s wrong?” Sima Qi sat down.Sima Han said, “Mu Xiao has just announced his engagement to Zhang Rong!”Only then did Sima Qi realize that Zhang Rong was looking at her sweetly, with an exceptionally bright smile.A few people beside her were toasting the two of them, as they conveyed their congratulations.Zhang Rong deliberately said, “Sister, I hope you will be able to attend the wedding!”Sima Qi took a sip of wine and smiled, “As your boss?”When Zhang Rong was reminded of Sima Qi’s shares in the company, she smiled perfunctorily, “Sister, you really love to joke.”Mu Xiao looked at Sima Qi coldly, “Miss Sima, please come with me! I have something to discuss with you.”Mu Xiao stood up and walked out.Zhang Rong was delighted.Mu Xiao had just said he wanted to take back the shares in Sima Qi’s hands and give them to her as a betrothal gift when they married.Sima Qi did not move. “What is it that you can’t discuss with me here?”Mu Xiao said, “It’s about the company shares. Isn’t it inappropriate to talk about it here?””Oh?” Sima Qi raised her eyebrows in surprise.Only then did she stand up slowly and go to say a few words to Shi Mo. She then came back very quickly and walked out.On the balcony, Mu Xiao got straight to the point. “I plan to buy back the shares in your hands. This is the share transfer contract!”He produced a contract and handed it to her. “I will get someone to immediately transfer the money into your account.”Sima Qi did not accept it. “Why should I transfer the shares to you? I still need to rely on it for dividends!”Mu Xiao’s face darkened. “Sima Qi!”Sima Qi pulled on her ear. “There’s no need to sound so sincere. In fact, I don’t even wish to go to the company anymore. How about this? You give me twice the market price, then I’ll transfer the shares to you.””What? Sima Qi, you’re asking for too much!””Tsk tsk tsk, can’t you afford it? What’s the point of proposing this deal if you can’t afford it?” Sima Qi shook her head. “Back then, you promised to give me 50% of the shares. Now that I’m asking for double the price, that would only be worth 40% of the shares. You’ll still make a profit, won’t you? Or is it because the Mu family didn’t give you enough money? If you don’t have the ability, don’t act so flashy in front of me! Go back and show filial piety to the Mu family’s Old Master. Maybe you can even get a little more pocket money.”Mu Xiao gritted his teeth and said, “Wait for me!”He quickly took out his phone and sent a message to Mu Ye.Very quickly, Mu Ye replied, “Is this some sort of retaliation?”