Chapter 575: Chapter 575: The Main Event
Helping Gu Xinyan sit down on a wooden bench by the side of the path, Xu Xiangbei then noticed that Gu Xinyan was wearing a pair of black five-inch high heels, a kind that would add more strain to her leg muscles and make her tire more easily.
"You’re wearing high heels today?"
"Yeah, there’s no scene for me today, so I don’t have to wear the costume. I’m just wearing high heels."
They were a pair of open-toed strappy high heels, with a few snowy white toes like green onion segments peeking out of the front of the black leather shoes.
Gu Xinyan hadn’t applied nail polish; her white, tender toenails were as crystal-clear as white jade. The black straps crisscrossed her petite white ankles, exuding a wild and bold vibe.
Untying the straps and slipping the high heels off Gu Xinyan’s feet, one crystal-clear little foot was revealed, only as big as Xu Xiangbei’s palm. Resting in his hand, he could feel her foot’s delicate softness with a cool hint of chill.
A hint of apology lingered on Gu Xinyan’s face as she stubbornly hadn’t listened to Xu Xiangbei’s advice, which led to her having a muscle cramp.
Xu Xiangbei gently held Gu Xinyan’s tender toes, speaking with an incredibly soft voice, "No need to worry, I’m here with you. Let me give you a massage, and it’ll be fine."
Feeling Xu Xiangbei’s warm, firm hands, a blush crossed Gu Xinyan’s face, "Thank you."
Guiding her toes, Xu Xiangbei alternated between pushing and relaxing Gu Xinyan’s soft foot a few times, stretching the tendons in her legs, significantly reducing her pain.
Xu Xiangbei’s fingers kneaded her ankle, massaging as he moved upward. Soon, his fingers touched Gu Xinyan’s full and fleshy calf, feeling her fine and cool skin.
Wherever Xu Xiangbei’s fingers rubbed, a stream of warmth followed, providing a comforting, spring breeze-like sensation, not only eliminating the feeling of pain but also bringing a faint tickling sensation.
When Xu Xiangbei withdrew his fingers, that tingling sensation also faded from Gu Xinyan’s heart. She felt her cheeks burning and quickly put her shoes back on.
Xu Xiangbei asked with concern, "How are you now, does your leg still hurt?"
Gu Xinyan shook her head, wrapped her arm around Xu Xiangbei’s, and gently leaned on his shoulder, "I can walk now, but I’m tired and want to go back to rest."
A sense of compassion grew in Xu Xiangbei’s heart. Gu Xinyan had progressed from being in a wheelchair all day to now being able to walk freely, which was already quite an achievement.
She had already walked for more than two hours today,
When Gu Xinyan and Xu Xiangbei returned to the set, Dongfang Bai was standing at the entrance of the lounge.
Upon seeing Gu Xinyan and Xu Xiangbei, Dongfang Bai opened his arms and gave Xu Xiangbei a hug, "Brother Xu, long time no see."
"Xiao Bai, long time no see. I heard you went to Yanjing. When did you get back?"
"I just got back last night."
Gu Xinyan teased, "I thought you weren’t coming back. You didn’t even attend the premiere of ’Love in the Sword Rain’, I thought you went to get married. Director Feng is about to replace the male lead for this ’Immortal Spirit Chronicles.’"
Teased by Gu Xinyan, a trace of bashfulness appeared on Dongfang Bai’s handsome face, "Ha, without me, who would dare to act opposite you?"
After filming ’Love in the Sword Rain’, the two became good partners, and for this ’Immortal Spirit Chronicles’, they were working together again. Dongfang Bai played the male lead, while Gu Xinyan played the female lead.
"You hurried back, and the male lead’s scenes haven’t started yet. Maybe the day after tomorrow, your scenes will start."
"I didn’t rush back just for my scenes. Tomorrow our crew is holding a press conference to promote ’Immortal Spirit Chronicles’. Director Feng wants me to join you to announce the selection of the lead actors."
Gu Xinyan asked, puzzled, "There’s a press conference tomorrow? Why didn’t I receive a notification?"
Dongfang Bai handed a few printed documents to Gu Xinyan, "Hehe, wasn’t it me who was supposed to notify you? It’ll be at 9 a.m. in the auditorium. This press conference is an important promotion for ’Immortal Spirit Chronicles’, and there’ll be a Q&A session with journalists. You’ll need to prepare well and follow the content given by Director Feng to avoid saying anything wrong. Let’s work well together."
Gu Xinyan smiled, "Thank you, see you tomorrow."
Gu Xinyan flipped through the documents Dongfang Bai brought, which listed some possible questions journalists might ask, mostly involving the roles in ’Immortal Spirit Chronicles’.
She only needed to memorize the content related to the female lead to handle the journalists’ questions tomorrow.
"Take me back to the villa. I need to pick out the most beautiful dress."
Gu Xinyan spread all of her evening dresses on the bed and spent quite a while, yet she didn’t find one she liked.
For women, even with a room full of clothes, it always feels like there’s not enough to wear.
She frowned slightly, seemingly talking to herself or perhaps seeking Xu Xiangbei’s opinion, "I’m meeting the press tomorrow, which is like meeting the audience. I must dress up well. What do you think I should wear?"
It was the first time Xu Xiangbei saw Gu Xinyan so troubled over choosing clothes. Laughing, she assured her, "You look so beautiful that any outfit you wear will look wonderful."
"You don’t understand. If I wear high-end brands, those reporters will say I’m flaunting luxury. If dressed simply, they’ll call it shabby. If the clothes are tight, they’d claim I’m showing off my figure, seducing men, like a woman of the night. If it’s too revealing, they’d speculate about a breast job or call it flat-chested. It’s really difficult for women to dress appropriately."
Xu Xiangbei smiled and comforted her, "Honestly, no matter what you wear, those reporters will always find something to pick on, like finding faults in a perfect egg. You don’t have to cater to them. Just wear something elegant and confident."
Taking Xu Xiangbei’s advice, Gu Xinyan chose a waist-tied silk dress in purple, perfect in length and style, showcasing her graceful and charming figure. Beneath the skirt, her slender, white legs peeked through as she gracefully twirled around, the hem swaying as if a celestial maiden had descended to the mortal world.
Xu Xiangbei couldn’t help but praise, "This dress looks great and suits you well."
Having found the perfect dress, Gu Xinyan’s brows relaxed, her smile blooming like a daffodil, "Thank you for the suggestion. Now, what makeup should I wear—smoky eyes or a fresh look?"
Xu Xiangbei carefully gazed at Gu Xinyan’s face, causing a light blush to spread, like she’d applied rouge on her cheeks.
Xu Xiangbei laughed, "I think, with your youthful radiance and translucent skin, you don’t need makeup at all. Being unadorned is the best way to dress up. Director Feng chose you for your pure and natural look. There are many beauties out there, but very few can achieve a naturally unadorned, fresh and natural look."
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