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Chapter 230 Change of Heart

Chapter 230: Chapter 230 Change of Heart

After a heated verbal spar.

With a single "I" from Xu Ling’an, the office fell silent.

"Mr. Liu, I’m sorry, I choose Hua University."

As soon as he said that, Mr. Zhang couldn’t help but laugh, "Great choice, Xu, welcome to Hua University!"

Although Mr. Liu was a bit disappointed, he still gave a comforting smile to Xu Ling’an, "Then we’ll look forward to you applying to Jing University for your graduate studies in three years."

Mr. Zhang immediately scowled, "Even for graduate studies, it’ll be a direct entry into Hua University’s program!"

After signing the intent contract and stamping his thumbprint, the university selection matter was finally settled.

After seeing off the two teachers who came racing to recruit him, Xu Ling’an glanced at the remaining time and turned to Wei Xiao, who had accompanied them out, "Director Wei, I’d like to call my grandmother to tell her about this."

Wei Xiao waved happily at her, "Go ahead, you should share this good news with the elderly."

Xu Ling’an jogged to the side to make the call, while Jiang Lingxi and Wei Xiao headed back to the film set.

"Your sister is impressive. This is the first time I’ve seen a top exam scorer in real life. I didn’t know she was doing so well in her studies when I suggested she apply to the Film Academy."

Jiang Lingxi didn’t shy away from being a proud guardian, "Yes, she’s excellent."

"We’ve actually got a top scorer actor in our crew. There’s a scene tomorrow on Wanchao Street with a top scorer parade, maybe we should let An’an play the role, the part isn’t big anyway..."

As Wei Xiao mumbled while walking to the monitor, he was met with several gossip-laden glances before he could ask the assistant director where they were with the shoot.

"Director Wei, I just saw two cars parked outside the set, seemed like they had the Jing University and Hua University logos?"

"And that Xu Ling’an... what’s the deal here..."

Many in the crew, not just the assistant director, noticed someone specially came to find Xu Ling’an, but Wei Xiao didn’t plan to keep it a secret. After all, what’s there to hide about good news? So, when asked by the assistant director, he responded proudly and candidly.

The few who were eavesdropping around: "..."

Their initial reaction was disbelief, but upon further thought, they realized there was no reason to lie about this.

It was true.

Their crew really had a top exam scorer!

Jiang Lingxi also received urgent inquiries from Lu Zhengzheng and Wei Minmin.

She glanced at them, "Didn’t you already guess it!"

"Really," Wei Minmin couldn’t help but widen her eyes and cover her mouth, "To have Jing University and Hua University competing for her, An’an’s exam scores must be incredible. Do we know the exact score now?"

"733, top exam scorer."

The folding chair Lu Zhengzheng sat on suddenly tilted. If not for Jiang Lingxi’s quick reflexes, she would have hit the ground. Barely having time to thank her, she exclaimed in a daze, "Top exam scorer, I’ve finally seen one in real life, and she even calls me Sister Zhengzheng, haha!"

Wei Minmin hummed softly, her eyes full of laughter, "An’an calls me Sister Minmin too."

The two of them felt proud.

Jiang Lingxi shook her head with amusement as she watched the two, meeting eyes from all around.

As expected, this news would soon spread throughout the crew.

Which is good!

After finishing her call, Xu Ling’an returned only to be pulled aside by the makeup teacher for a touch-up. Then she hurried to the camera to practice her scenes.

Wei Xiao watched her through the monitor, nodding in satisfaction.

At this age, having just found out she was the top scorer and being accepted early by Hua University, he expected her mind to be restless and unfocused, yet Xu Ling’an remained so composed.

"All crews, get ready!"

In the close-to-noon weather, the actors were dressed in heavy costumes and were drenched in sweat after shooting a scene under the sun.

Before Jiang Lingxi could instruct them, Lu Zhengzheng had already rushed over with an umbrella, cooling tea, and tissues like the other assistants, immediately shading their artist, handing over tissues and cool tea.

Xu Ling’an’s face was flushed from the sun, eagerly taking a big gulp from the cup, "Thank you, Sister Zhengzheng." She then took the tissue to wipe off her sweat.

Lu Zhengzheng viewed Xu Ling’an like she was looking at a heavenly talent, her sweet call of ’Sister Zhengzheng’ in the heat was like drinking a bottle of ice water, so refreshing. She quietly added, "I haven’t had the chance to congratulate you yet."

"Huh?"

"Top exam scorer," Lu Zhengzheng raised a thumb, "That’s amazing."

Xu Ling’an knew her sister must have already told Sister Zhengzheng.

She didn’t expect this congratulations to be just the beginning.

As Director Wei called for everyone to take a break, while Xu Ling’an walked towards where Jiang Lingxi was resting, in that short distance, quite a few people came by just to congratulate her, some even discreetly touched her costume sleeves before leaving contentedly.

Xu Ling’an: "..."

Even when she reached the folding chair and sat down, before she could say anything to her sister beside her, the actor playing the Emperor approached, "Congratulations, Miss Xu, on achieving the top scorer accolade."

Xu Ling’an quickly stood up, "You’re too kind, Mr. Huang."

"Actually, I have a small request. My eldest son happens to be taking his high school entrance exam tomorrow. I wonder if I could have a pen you’ve used to get some of that top scorer’s aura."

Facing the sincere gaze of the actor senior, Xu Ling’an, a bit bewildered, handed over a used pen which her sister had given her while tutoring, "Best wishes for Mr. Huang’s child to have a successful exam and excellent results."

Mr. Huang carefully pocketed the pen, "Thank you, I’ll take your auspicious words."

As she watched her actor senior leave, Xu Ling’an sat back down only to be met with her sister’s smiling eyes beside her.

"Sister..."

"It’s okay, I’ll give you another one."

Holding the new pen in her hand, Xu Ling’an hesitated as she played with it, "Why is everyone acting... a bit strange?"

"Not strange," Jiang Lingxi patted her hand, "You underestimated the weight of being a top exam scorer."

From the moment Xu Ling’an was unexpectedly chosen by Wei Xiao to play Princess Jin’an, even though Jiang Lingxi hadn’t paid special attention, she could feel the subtle undercurrents in the crew.

She knew many were secretly unhappy, questioning why someone as inexperienced as Xu Ling’an could be cast in such an important role while they had more acting experience yet remained secondary. Unwilling, indignant, even jealous and hostile.

Even if this crew was run solely by Wei Xiao, he couldn’t control the voices in people’s hearts.

An’an, sensitive as she was, would naturally sense these emotions.

Luckily, with her openly protecting her and Wei Xiao’s appreciation, along with Wei Minmin’s support, any discontent they harbored privately had to be stifled.

However, human nature is inclined to admire strength. The one they once envied and envied is now wearing the nearly unattainable title of top exam scorer, contested by two top universities, which evokes involuntary respect, naturally changing perspectives.

Imagine working alongside the top scorer for their shoot, what complaints could they have now!

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