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A strong coffee splashed onto the million-dollar Bespoke Suit, and Lin Xingyao was so startled that her soul seemed to leave her body, yet she did not receive the expected scolding. He simply looked down at her, his gaze deep enough to draw one in, with a barely noticeable smile playing at the corners of his mouth. "Want to act?"
Lin Xingyao nodded as if grasping a lifeline. In the next moment, he handed her a business card, his tone calm as if discussing the weather. "Come audition for my production in three months."
Lin Xingyao thought she had stumbled upon a stroke of luck, only to find herself falling into an abyss. Later, she would learn that the tenderness in his eyes was reserved for only one person, and that person…
"Your emotional expression in today's scene wasn't quite on point; your gaze needs to be softer." He stood behind the monitor, his focus locked on Lin Xingyao on the screen, his voice deep and magnetic, laced with a hint of unnoticeable affection. Yet she distinctly remembered the rumors circulating just days ago about him and Rising Star; in the photos, they appeared intimate, like a couple.
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"Gu Beichen, you're just an actor; do you really think so highly of yourself?" A harsh voice erupted in the café as a heavily made-up woman pointed at the man in the corner who wore an indifferent expression, her arrogance off the charts.
Lin Xingyao held her coffee cup but trembled slightly, causing the scalding liquid to spill onto the man's expensive suit. Oh no! She had bumped into someone she absolutely should not have angered in the entertainment industry!
The coffee spread along the fine fabric of his suit, creating a conspicuous dark brown stain. Lin Xingyao hurriedly set down her cup and fumbled for an apology. "I'm so sorry! I didn't mean to! Let me clean it up for you…"
Gu Beichen frowned slightly as he looked down at the stain on his suit. Instead of erupting in rage as she had imagined, he remained unusually calm as he pulled out a tissue and began to wipe it slowly. His gaze fell upon a student ID scattered on the floor, which read "Department of Acting," along with Lin Xingyao's name and photo.
He picked up the ID and handed it back to Lin Xingyao with a casual tone. "It's fine." Then, with genuine interest, he asked, "Are you an acting student?"
"Um…" Lin Xingyao took back her student ID, nervously gripping its edge as she nodded slightly, her cheeks flushing. "I... I really like acting." She lowered her head, her voice barely above a whisper, like a frightened little deer.
Not far away, Qin Yuwei, who had witnessed the entire scene, could no longer hold back. She walked over in her high heels, making a sharp "tap-tap-tap" sound.
With her fingers painted a bright red, she pointed at Lin Xingyao and spoke with a sharp, sarcastic tone, "Oh, isn't this our school's little drama queen, Lin Xingyao? With such poor acting skills, how dare you say you love performing? You should take a good look at your own status; do you really think you deserve to get close to Brother Beichen?"
She provocatively lifted her chin, her gaze towards Gu Beichen filled with possessiveness.
Lin Xingyao bit her lip and lifted her head, a hint of stubbornness flashing in her eyes. "Whether my acting is good or not is not for you to decide. I love performing, and I will keep working hard. One day, I will prove it to you."
Though nervous, her tone was firm, and she was not intimidated by Qin Yuwei's imposing presence.
People in the coffee shop began to whisper among themselves, pointing in their direction.
Gu Beichen observed Lin Xingyao quietly; the spark in her eyes reminded him of his younger self.
He took out a business card from the inner pocket of his suit and handed it to Lin Xingyao. "Come for an audition at this address next Wednesday at ten in the morning."
Lin Xingyao froze, staring incredulously at the business card in her hand. It bore the name "Starshine Entertainment" along with Gu Beichen's name and contact information.
She looked up at Gu Beichen, her eyes filled with surprise and confusion.
Gu Beichen smiled slightly, his tone gentle. "I've seen your performance video from the school showcase. You have a natural talent for acting. I hope you seize this opportunity."
After saying that, he turned and left the coffee shop.
Seeing this, Qin Yuwei hurriedly chased after him, grabbing his arm with a feigned pout. "Brother Beichen, wait for me! How could you give that card to her? She doesn't deserve it! You should give the opportunity to me! You know I've always liked you..."
Her eyes were filled with pleading and admiration, her voice trembling slightly.
Gu Beichen gently shook off Qin Yuwei's hand, his gaze instantly turning cold. "Miss Qin, I've made it very clear that there is no possibility between us. I hope you won't bother me again."
His tone was resolute without a hint of hesitation as he walked away without looking back.
Standing there, Qin Yuwei's face shifted between shades of anger and disbelief. She stomped her foot in frustration before storming off.
The coffee shop staff began to clean up the mess on the floor as customers gradually dispersed, restoring the usual calm.
Alone in the corner, Lin Xingyao clutched the business card tightly in her hand as if it were a precious treasure.
She looked down at Gu Beichen's name on the card, her eyes flickering with countless thoughts.
From initial panic to later nervousness and now disbelief, it all felt surreal to her.
But she knew this was an opportunity—an opportunity that could change her fate.
Taking a deep breath, her gaze grew resolute as she stood up and left the coffee shop.
The sunlight outside bathed her in a golden glow, as if she were wrapped in a layer of shimmering light. The afterglow of the setting sun stretched Lin Xingyao's silhouette long across the street. She clutched the business card tightly in her hand, her fingertips turning slightly white from the pressure.
A cool breeze swept by, prompting her to pull her thin jacket closer around herself. The sycamore trees lining the road rustled softly, their fallen leaves swirling down as if cheering her on. She paused, glancing once more at the business card in her hand—the name "Gu Beichen" gleamed brilliantly in the sunset.
Taking a deep breath, she allowed a determined smile to grace her lips. Meanwhile, a black sedan glided smoothly along the highway. Gu Beichen sat in the back seat, eyes closed in contemplation, while Wang Kai occupied the passenger seat, occasionally glancing at Gu Beichen's expression through the rearview mirror.
"Beichen, are you serious about giving that girl your business card today?"
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