A rush of hurried footsteps faded away, followed by the slam of a door, shutting out all sounds.
Mu Yan stared at the dim ceiling, engulfed in endless anger and regret.
When she first entered the entertainment industry, she was just a newcomer, only able to play some minor roles with a low income.
Just when she was at a loss for how to pay her brother's medical bills, she suddenly received help from Zhou Lifen.
She approached Zhou Lifen to repay the money, but Zhou Lifen firmly refused, only saying it was an act of kindness.
And Zhou Lifen's assistant told her that Zhou Lifen was in need of a stunt double.
She never liked owing others, so she recommended herself to Zhou Lifen as a double.
She later found out that her agent had already gotten her a good commercial and two big production scripts.
One of the roles was even the lead female character, which undoubtedly was a good start for her career.
Now it seemed that Zhou Lifen had already seen all of this and deliberately plotted to block her path to stardom.
In fact, Zhou Lifen was not as easy to get along with as she appeared, being strictly critical of her work.
Moreover, there was a part of her private life that she managed for her as well.
She had endured injuries and exhaustion this past half year.
She never complained, because she was indebted to her.
But who would've thought that the gratitude she held dear was nothing but Zhou Lifen's manipulation and exploitation.
Zhou Lifen said she had offended someone she shouldn't have, but she couldn't think of who it could be.
Perhaps, she was talking about herself.
Not just anyone could afford to offend an actress of Zhou Lifen's status!
Mu Yan found it incredibly laughable, her own foolishness!
Suddenly, she felt waves of heat surging through her body.
She casually pulled open her collar, an unspeakable feeling emerging in her heart.
She remembered Zhou Lifen's earlier words with a start, realizing they must have spiked the drink.
Was she to become a stepping stone for Zhou Lifen to climb higher tonight?
No, absolutely not!
No matter what, she couldn't let Zhou Lifen succeed.
Mu Yan forced herself to sit up, staggered to her feet, and headed towards the door.
The door opened, and the blinding light made her head spin.
Not knowing where the elevator was, she walked to the left, leaning against the wall.
After only a few steps, she heard a slightly sleazy male voice from behind.
"Room 516, right? I'm there, okay, I'll go in and unwrap your carefully prepared gift."
Mu Yan froze stiff, room 516 was the very room she had just been in.
This was recited by Chen Fang when opening the door, she remembered.
Could it be that Director Zhu had arrived?
No, she had to leave quickly, she couldn't be caught and taken back.
Mu Yan was in a fluster, her breath quickening, and the strange sensation in her body growing stronger.
Suddenly drained of strength, she leaned against the wall, her vision blurring.
Grinding her teeth, she supported herself against the wall and continued forward.
Suddenly, she bumped into something, causing her body to fall backward.
Just when she thought she was going to fall, a big hand caught her waist.
A light scent of cologne mixed with alcohol wafted to her nose, pleasantly fragrant.
She instinctively looked up, seeing a handsome tall man appear before her.
Jiang Jingheng held her waist with both hands, looking at her disheveled clothes with surprise in his light brown eyes.
"Mu Yan, you..." his voice was somewhat cool.
Suddenly, his pupils tightened slightly, and the warmth spread over his lips, cutting off all sound.
A pair of fair arms wrapped around his neck like vines...