Rebirth in the 80s: The Scholar Wife is Cute
Chapter 957 Stealing the Scene

Chapter 957: Chapter 957 Stealing the Scene

Ruan Lingyu said with seriousness, "This is not just about a movie role. If this time they abuse their power just to secure a role for Shen Mianmian, once they open this floodgate, many similar incidents will follow. Such behavior is not permitted in the Ruan Family, it must be corrected immediately."

For a great family to stand unshaken, every step must be taken firmly and securely. One wrong step leads to many, and under no circumstances should they set a precedent just because of Shen Mianmian.

"That’s true," Cheng Xining nodded, then expressed her concern, "Aunt, what if uncle and Brother Yiqian think I instigated this? What should I do then?"

"Don’t worry!" Ruan Lingyu reassured her, "This has nothing to do with you, and nobody is going to sling mud at you. Let’s head back first!"

Ruan Lingyu wanted to go back and deal with the matter as soon as possible, with no intention of staying any longer.

Cheng Xining’s eyes flickered, and she said, "Aunt, you go back first! I just saw an old acquaintance who I haven’t seen in a long time, and he’s also working on a film in the crew. Since I’ve run into him, I might as well say hello."

Ruan Lingyu had no doubts, "Alright then! Be careful on your way back alone."

"Okay."

After watching Ruan Lingyu leave, Cheng Xining didn’t go to find the so-called friend, but instead went to look for Lu Nian.

Lu Nian, who was busy shooting, had not noticed Cheng Xining at all. With the start of the new film, he was directing everything and was utterly swamped at that moment.

"Director Lu."

Cheng Xining approached him, and this time her tone was much more polite than the previous two encounters.

Lu Nian thought an actor was addressing him, but when he turned around, he realized it was Cheng Xining. He froze for a moment before he gathered himself. Despite Cheng Xining’s previous rudeness, Lu Nian, having seen the world, didn’t let his emotions show on his face.

"Miss Cheng, what brings you here?"

"Director Lu, didn’t you come to me for a movie role before? I’ve read the script afterwards, and I quite like it, so now I’m willing to take the part." In Cheng Xining’s view, since Lu Nian previously wanted her for the role and even approached her twice, as long as she agreed, Lu Nian would definitely replace Shen Mianmian.

Thus, her tone carried a hint of arrogance and a suggestion that she was instructing Lu Nian what to do.

Lu Nian couldn’t help but laugh a little, "I’m sorry, Miss Cheng, but as you can see, this film has already started shooting, and the actors have been determined; there’s no possibility of replacing anyone at this point."

Cheng Xining had previously refused Lu Nian, who wanted to save face by putting on an air, which she thought was only fitting. With that in mind, Cheng Xining’s attitude softened somewhat, "Director Lu, I know your film just started today, and it hasn’t even been shot yet, isn’t changing actors just a matter of decision? Didn’t you say before that I was the most suitable lead actress for this film? Now that I’m willing to act, I’m sure the movie will be a hit with me in it."

"Switching actors is no trivial matter, I’ve found someone more suitable for the role than you, and there’s no need for a change. Miss Cheng, if there’s nothing else, please don’t interrupt our shooting," Lu Nian said.

After finishing his sentence, Lu Nian turned back and continued to focus on his busy schedule.

Seeing his unmoved demeanor, Cheng Xining finally realized that Lu Nian truly had no intention of giving her the role.

He had previously stated she was the most suitable, yet in such a short time, he’d found someone even more suitable?

Even an outsider felt that Shen Mianmian was better than her; what kind of magic did Shen Mianmian possess?

Cheng Xining felt as if her heart were burning with discomfort and couldn’t help but ask, "What’s so good about Shen Mianmian? Why did you choose to have Shen Mianmian in this movie? Did she offer you some sort of benefit?"