The Outcast Heiress’s Secret Identities
Chapter 288 - Chapter 288 0288 has always been

Chapter 288: 0288 has always been Chapter 288: 0288 has always been Su Ran realized what was going on and hastily said, “No need, Zhichen and I have plans.”

Fu Qiyuan’s exquisitely handsome face instantly darkened.

He had just said that no one dared to poach from him, and now wasn’t someone doing exactly that?

That woman, Ye Zhichen, he would one day send her off to Africa.

Qin Feng stood to the side, his brow twitching as he watched the whole process of Su Ran cajoling Fu Qiyuan into a good mood.

Honestly, President Fu’s image, as far as he was concerned, just couldn’t collapse any further.

What Ice-cold male god? He’s a wily, sly, big bad wolf with deep schemes!

After Su Ran hung up the phone, she took a deep breath and, looking at the office’s roses, a hint of a smile flashed in the depths of her eyes.

Su Ran really was busy; Qianran International had a whole pile of matters waiting for her to handle, and she had to spare some attention for Zisu as well.

Since Yun Feng had signed Zisu, her work had gradually come into order. Yun Feng had no important engagements these last two days, and with Ye Zhichen keeping watch, there were no major issues.

Ye Zhichen had a series in the works, planning to find actors and fund it herself. Funding and actors were both problems.

The actor problem could be set aside for now, but funding was a major issue, and she was constantly looking for investors.

Noon.

The two of them ate lunch at a restaurant; Ye Zhichen held her chopsticks, seeming somewhat distracted, and weariness that she couldn’t hide lined her brows.

“Haven’t found an investor yet?”

Su Ran looked at her with concern and asked.

At this, Ye Zhichen let out a sigh, put down her chopsticks, poured a glass of water and took a light sip before speaking faintly,

“Zisu doesn’t have much of a market to begin with in the industry. Although with Yun Feng joining, she got quite a few collaborations, most of them are coming for Yun Feng himself rather than Zisu…”

As she spoke, Ye Zhichen also shook her head.

“You’re right. Zisu’s problem isn’t just the lack of fame; the company doesn’t have any solidly established artists either. I didn’t think it was much of a problem before, but when I actually wanted to work on a series, I realized how difficult it is.”

Su Ran set down her chopsticks, looked at her helplessly, and said,

“Zhichen, I can…”

“No, Xiao Ran.”

Ye Zhichen interrupted Su Ran, her face stern and serious.

“I know you want to help me, but Xiao Ran, I can’t always depend on you. I know you don’t lack the money, but as you’re working hard, continuously moving forward, I can’t always be holding you back.”

Su Ran was stunned, looking at her in surprise.

“Wasn’t your wish before to just be a beautiful freeloader? And always clamoring for me to support you, and now, just when I am capable of supporting you, you’re instead striving to be stronger.”

Thinking back on the green times of the past, Ye Zhichen’s exhaustion vanished, replaced by a thick smile.

“I didn’t want to either, but as the saying goes, ‘Birds of a feather flock together, you will be known by the company you keep.’ Since you’re so outstanding, then I have to be the most outstanding one as well. I don’t want to embarrass you when someone brings up your friend one day.”

Such words were invaluable to Su Ran.

If you win, I am there!

If you lose, I am still there!

When you’re down and out, I’ll never leave your side.

When you’re covered in glory, I’ll stand by you, matching your pace.

They say love can mark the soul, but friendship, once it takes root in the heart, can be as life-defining as any romance.

“Zhichen…”

Su Ran, who was always independent and strong, felt a rare acidness in her throat.

The words of Ye Zhichen undoubtedly touched the softest part of her heart, overwhelming her with emotion.

[PS: Oh my, I’ve just realized, did I end up reversing the character designs for Ye Zhichen and Fu Qiyuan? Fu Qiyuan’s worries are not unreasonable, after all! Who needs love when friendship smells so sweet?]