After Being Blackened All Over the Internet, I Ruled the Military Variety Shows
Chapter 481 - 472: Tearing Off the Mask

Chapter 481: Chapter 472: Tearing Off the Mask

"It’s time to go back," Yin Chong glanced at his watch, "make a call to Luan Feng, tell him to come over. Also, inform the sect that Chong Jiu is dead, the exploration mission is halted, and the information has been intercepted by Wu Jue. We need to send someone to restart the mission as soon as possible."

Luan Hua couldn’t hide the smile on her face, "Yes, my lord. With the lesson he learned last time, Xiao Feng will definitely be able to handle the task you assigned."

Their conversation was completely unguarded towards the two sitting in the backseat like quails. Lian Lian and Luan Feng keenly sensed that they had been dragged into something serious.

But the problem was, they had no room for resistance.

There was even a trace of strange excitement in Lian Lian’s heart.

These two people could secretly maneuver her and Li Yan away from Yun Chan, which meant that they were even more capable than Yun Chan.

Not to mention that the person sitting in the front was the most perfect she had ever seen in her life. Just one look made her heart race.

To work for someone like this, she had never even dared to dream about it before!

Seeing someone opening the car door to step out, she hurriedly gathered her courage and spoke, "My lord!"

Yin Chong turned his head to look at her.

Lian Lian’s face instantly turned crimson, "Is there anything I can do right now?"

Yin Chong gave her a slight smile, his voice deep and gentle, "First, take care of your health."

"Ah, yes, okay."

Luan Hua looked at her demeanor and couldn’t help but sneer internally.

She lost the USB drive that Chong Jiu entrusted, and worse, it ended up in Jiang Lingxi’s hands, who was closely connected to Wu Jue. This caused Wu Jue’s action to be one step ahead of them.

That the lord could keep such people around meant only one thing; they were to be used as guides and cannon fodder.

Absolutely no self-awareness.

In the end, they’re more likely to end up dying due to their own foolishness!

*

Back on the set, the large tent was already set up.

Wei Xiao was sitting in the corner of the big tent discussing the scene with Jiang Lingxi. When he saw Chong Yin coming in, he waved.

Jiang Lingxi looked at him as he approached.

Received a smile, a smile that didn’t reach the eyes.

She returned one, hers looking much better than a smile that didn’t reach the eyes.

After discussing the scene, the two moved aside to rehearse.

Yin Chong put the script aside without mentioning the lines to be used later, "Miss Jiang is quite lucky."

Jiang Lingxi naturally knew what he meant by that.

The USB drive was clearly intended to be handed to members of the Changcang Sect. If nothing unexpected happened along the way, it wouldn’t have ended up in her hands.

But who could have expected such an unforeseen event along the way? Indeed, it’s just good luck.

She nodded in agreement, "I think so too."

"But Miss Jiang, don’t rejoice too soon. That person’s strength is also top-notch, yet he still failed in the desert and couldn’t complete his task. Now, your people going there is just paving the way for those who come after. I really admired that Mr. Shen, but unfortunately, our first meeting is our final farewell."

At the mention of ’final farewell’, Jiang Lingxi’s eyes instantly turned cold.

Things had reached this point; everyone’s cards were mostly revealed. There was no need for the previous cautious probing, as inferred from Yin Chong’s words.

Compared to before, this threat was straightforward enough.

Her retort was brief and blunt, "Longevity is but a dream, yet some people refuse to wake up. In terms of self-deception, none compare."

That was outright severing ties.

The faint smile at the corner of Yin Chong’s mouth froze.

Next up was a literary scene, a negotiation in the grand tents between Dayin and Beiman.

Though it was a dialogue-driven scene, it needed to convey the tension of being ready to draw swords at any moment.

Jiang Lingxi and Yin Chong both performed exceptionally, so much so that even Wei Xiao couldn’t help but wipe his brow after the scene.

Intense!

"Good, very good, excellent! No need for retakes on this scene, you two can take a break. Rest a bit and get ready for lunch later."

Jiang Lingxi walked out of the filming tent and, just as she breathed in a gulp of fresh air, she saw Xu Zhao leading Yun Chan and Yun Yi towards her.

She raised her hand and waved.

"Lingxi."

Yun Chan couldn’t help but quicken her steps.

Since watching the surveillance video in the middle of the night, her heart had been uneasy.

Even the daylight hadn’t given her much sense of security.

That person, though acting at night, had such extraordinary prowess that taking someone from her side in daylight was not impossible.

It wasn’t until she saw Jiang Lingxi that her heart eased a little.

"Seeing you, I’m finally assured."

Jiang Lingxi couldn’t help but glance at Yin Chong, who had walked out of the big tent behind her.

Isn’t that assurance a bit premature!

"Please keep an eye on this kid," Yun Chan said as she brought him forward, "since he’s here to be your assistant, don’t hold back. Changning and Zhengzheng are both girls, so leave any dirty work to him!"

Yun Yi scratched his head, feeling a bit embarrassed, "Then, should I also call you Sister Xixi like Changning does?"

This was him naturally slipping into the assistant role.

"You can."

"Eh, who is this?"

Having settled one concern, Yun Chan then noticed Yin Chong standing quietly to the side, "The male lead of your drama? Both appearance and demeanor are outstanding!"

"You’re flattering me," Yin Chong smiled faintly, "however, I am not playing the male lead."

There’s quite a bit of overlap between the entertainment and fashion circles. With such looks and charisma, if he were famous, she would have some impression.

There’s only one possibility left; he’s a newcomer.

"It doesn’t matter if you’re not the lead, once your show airs, you’re bound to become popular."

"I’ll take that as a good omen from Ms. Yun."

Yun Chan didn’t find it surprising that he knew who she was.

She was quite confident in her own fame.

Standing aside, Jiang Lingxi watched the two exchange pleasant words. Yun Chan seemed to appreciate Yin Chong quite a bit, just making her want to facepalm.

"Is Ms. Yun sending your son to be Miss Jiang’s assistant?"

With such a lively conversation, Yin Chong’s curiosity was perfectly timed.

"Uh, this kid loafs around all the time, so I sent him to get some experience."

Under Yin Chong’s gaze, Yun Yi inexplicably felt tense and instinctively found an excuse, "I’m, I’m a fan of Sister Xixi."

"I see, though it’s generally not advised for fans to assist the artists they like. Actually, I’m currently in need of an assistant as well." Yin Chong spoke sincerely, his gaze towards Yun Yi full of satisfaction.

He was still considering if he should get this Yun Yi, who Lian Lian mentioned, for himself. After all, a pregnant woman was undoubtedly less useful than a strong man, and he needed merely a guide and cannon fodder anyway.

Unexpectedly, the opportunity presented itself, only it wasn’t sent directly to him.

Yun Chan briefly wavered when her eyes met with Yin Chong’s; his demeanor and appearance were indeed striking!

But her son’s safety was the utmost priority in her heart, "It’s his first time being an assistant, and he has to start learning from scratch. If you need an assistant, it’d be best to hire someone with experience; Yun Yi is probably not qualified."

Yin Chong nodded with a somewhat regretful expression.

Except for Jiang Lingxi, who was coldly observing beside them, no one could tell what he was truly regretting about!

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