Trial Marriage Husband: Need to Work Hard

Chapter 657: Embarrass Annie

Translator: Yunyi Editor: Yunyi

The pre-screening was to be held at 8pm at one of Beijingʼs biggest theaters.

As one of the most influential actors in Beijing, there was no doubt that there were plenty of attendees at the pre-screening. Amongst them were friends from the industry, big names in film and television, as well as people like President Wang who relied on contacts to get their hands on an invite.

Tangning did not enter via the red carpet and did not undergo any interviews. After all, she was pregnant, and as a surprise guest, she was naturally led into the venue via a secret entrance.

However, something was a little different tonight. The person accompanying her was not her husband, but the nimble young lady, Chen Xingyan.

To match Tangning, Chen Xingyan was dressed in a little black dress. Although she wasnʼt as dazzling as Tangning, underneath her usually baggy clothes was a surprisingly good figure.

On the way to the pre-screening, Tangning sat opposite Chen Xingyan and smiled, ”With you protecting me, I feel quite relaxed.”

”As long as you arenʼt worried that I will attract trouble,” Chen Xingyan replied honestly.

”What kind of trouble could you attract?” Tangning teased.

”I might embarrass you...”

”Sheng Ge is my friend and could be considered as my mentor. On his territory, even if you were to cause trouble, Iʼm sure heʼd give me some face and go easy on you. Of course, that only applies if you donʼt kill someone.”

”Good,” Chen Xingyan nodded.

Around 7pm, Tangning arrived at the theater. But, due to the fact that she was a surprise guest, Lin Shengʼs manager arranged for her to wait inside a special waiting room.

While Chen Xingyan was in the bathroom, Tangning said to the manager, ”Iʼm afraid I need to ask you for a favor.”

”Oh Tangning, you donʼt need to be so polite. We are like family. Go ahead and tell me what you need,” Lin Shengʼs manager had a relatively high-pitched voice, like an exaggerated supporting actor in a Thai drama. He was extremely stylish, but his feminine persona did not effect his performance in the industry because he always handled matters smoothly and efficiently. This was one of the main reasons why Lin Sheng advanced steadily in his career.

Tangning pulled the manager closer and whispered in his ear. After listening to Tangningʼs instruction, the manager did an ʼOKʼ gesture.

”For you to actually ask for assistance in dealing with someone, that person must be horrible. Donʼt worry, the pre-screening tonight will be spectacular.”

”But, will this have a negative impact on Sheng Ge?”

”Of course not,” the manager shook his hand as he looked at Tangning, ”This will happen before the pre-screening starts. Plus, the little nobody will end up being scolded by Shengʼs fans.”

”Thank you, Mr Luo.”

”Why are you being so polite? Our Sheng gained a whole heap of resources because of ʼStupidʼ.”

It was obvious that Lin Shengʼs manager was a grateful person. He knew that Hai Rui had invested a lot of resources into ʼStupidʼ, otherwise, the great results that followed wouldnʼt have been possible.

Although Lin Sheng had won Best Actor three years in a row, he tried to keep a low profile, so just like Bei Chendong, he didnʼt get many international opportunities. Bei Chendong was weird, so he didnʼt care, but Lin Sheng strived for better opportunities and roles. Hence, he did not eliminate the possibility of working overseas.

And ʼStupidʼ opened him up to these possibilities.

”In that case, Iʼll wait for the good news...”

A moment later, Chen Xingyan stepped out of the bathroom to find Tangning all alone in the waiting room.

”In a moment, you can head into the pre-screening first. Luo Ge has already arranged a special seat for you.”

Chen Xingyan was still clueless as to what was happening, so she simply nodded her head, ”Ok!”

7:40pm, the guests piled into the theater. Whether they were big shots or mere fans, they all had the right to enter. Of course, the invite in Chen Xingyanʼs hand was for VIPs only. So, when the staff saw it, they were extra accommodating towards her.

It didnʼt take long before Chen Xingyan located her seat. However, a moment later, someone else found their way to the same seat. As their eyes met, Chen Xingyanʼs face turned red in anger. The person that had arrived was Annie.

President Wang had already seated himself beside Chen Xingyan, so he looked up at Annie and said, ”Tell her to get up...”

As the enemies met, there was bound to be tension. But...this was not the right place to argue, so Chen Xingyan decided to seek Annie for revenge after the event was over.

Annie never expected to see Chen Xingyan at a place like this. As she remembered Chen Xingyanʼs helpless state the day before, she couldnʼt help but laugh, ”You sure are persistent. Who allowed you in here? Also, did you make a mistake? You are sitting in my seat.”

Chen Xingyan responded with a cold stare as she stood up and pointed to the name on the seat, ”Open your eyes and take a good look at whose seat this is.”

Annie looked down at the name and looked back at Chen Xingyan with doubt. She then scanned the entire theater and realized there were no seats left. How could this be?

”Chen Xingyan, what right do you have to be here? Youʼre just a lousy stunt double who has obviously stolen my seat as revenge. Get lost!”

Seeing the two women were beginning to argue, President Wang stood up and said, ”This seat belongs to my partner. Are you at the wrong seat? Do you want me to call security?”

Chen Xingyan laughed in response, ”Go ahead.”

”Chen Xingyan, donʼt ignore whatʼs good for you!” After speaking, Annie gestured for the security and said to him, ”This is my seat, but sheʼs stolen it.”

The security looked at the situation and immediately apologized, ”Sorry, Iʼll go confirm with the organizers.”

”Hurry,” Annie rushed. She didnʼt want to continue standing in such an embarrassing way.

Meanwhile, President Wang directly tore Chen Xingyanʼs name off the seat to let Annie sit down.

Chen Xingyan glared at Annie as she looked back at her arrogantly.

However, at this time, the security hurried back apologetically, ”Iʼm sorry, but this is indeed Miss Chenʼs seat. Please return the seat to her.”

Annieʼs face turned pale.

”Then, what about my seat?”

”Tell the organizer to come see me,” she ordered.

”Iʼm sorry, our organizer told me that all the seats have been allocated to our guests and Miss Chen is a VIP guest. I donʼt think you have the right to see our organizers.”