1023 Perplexed and Smitten 83 (1/2)
\”Alright, I'll go along with your arrangements.\”
\”Take this time to get some rest and rejuvenate yourself before working on a new production again. Aside from that, I also want you to post a new thread on Weibo.\”
\”About?\”
\”Post about the news of you having a new handsome bodyguard and attach a photo of him.\”
\”Why must I announce that on Weibo?\” Fang Erlan asked in bewilderment.
\”The media is going to speculate that he's your boyfriend if you show up together everywhere.\”
\”I told Yan Ge that he was my cousin.\”
\”Psht…\” Mei Yangyang burst into laughter and asked, \”Does Xiao Chenyang know about it?\”
\”Not yet.\”
Mei Yangyang instructed, \”Well, don't announce that on Weibo. It's going to be hard to explain if you two become a couple one day.\”
Fang Erlan reiterated, \”There's no way we will ever become a couple. Alright, Sis Yangyang, I'm going back now.\”
\”Alright, go ahead.\”
While leaving the studio, Fang Erlan felt a little hungry and asked, \”Are you hungry?\”
\”A little.\”
\”I want to eat something.\”
\”What would you like to eat?\”
\”Some delicious food.\”
He whipped out his mobile phone and began tapping away furiously. \”What are you doing?\” she asked.
\”Ordering some food for you. The food should be prepared by the time we arrive. We wouldn't have to wait.\”
Fang Erlan was surprised to see how thoughtful he was, for she did not expect that he would be so caring.
The two of them got inside the nanny van and headed to the restaurant.
The moment they stepped foot inside the restaurant, Fang Erlan felt like all eyes were on her. She could not help but think to herself, Could it be that I'm starting to get famous?
She subconsciously tucked her hair behind her ear and smiled at the crowd while waving at them.
However…
All the patrons ignored her gesture, making her feel a little awkward. She took a closer took, only to discover that they weren't looking at her at all. Instead, their eyes were fixed on Xiao Chenyang.
How awkward!
They headed upstairs together. After entering the private room, she said, \”I thought they were all staring at me.\”
He sat down and handed her a pair of chopsticks.
The dishes were served at just the right timing.
\”Isn't it the same regardless of who they look at? Shouldn't you be happier instead?\”
\”Why should I be happy that others are staring at you?\”
\”Because I'm yours, silly,\” he gibed.
\”…\”
\”By the way, my co-star who lives opposite me asked me who you are and I told him that you are my cousin,\” said Fang Erlan, who decided to explain it to him after much consideration.
He sneered, \”Your cousin? Why don't you say that I'm your godbrother who does you all day?\”
Upon hearing his crude remark, she turned red immediately and chided, \”How shameless.\”
\”You're so afraid of being ashamed. Okay, what matters is you're happy. Who cares if I'm your cousin or godbrother. Dig in.\”
She continued, \”If anyone asks you about it in the future, you must tell them the same thing. But of course, if any of my fans ask you who you are, just tell them that you're my bodyguard.\”
\”Do you even have fans?\” he said, exposing her relentlessly.
\”I do! Didn't you see how many followers I have on Weibo?\” she quickly defended herself.
Xiao Chenyang said bluntly, \”They're all fake fans. Those who genuinely admire you will show their support for you through their actions by adding on to your viewership ratings. Actions speak louder than words. You'll know who your true fans are once the television series begins airing.\”
Fang Erlan dropped the subject and scanned her surroundings. \”This is such a classy and elegant restaurant. Have you dined here before?\”
\”No.\”