Feng Zhongliang's refusal really took Jiang Se by surprise. She was not in the country when "Devil" was released. Later, when she returned to China, she heard Xiao Liu mention that Feng Zhongliang went to the cinema to watch her midnight premiere for the first time.
This shows her grandfather's support for her. She originally thought that when "A Glimmer of Hope" was released, Feng Zhongliang would watch it regardless of the content and significance of the film, and he would watch it with her. However, she did not expect that when she made this suggestion, Feng Zhongliang directly refused.
The phone had been hung up by Feng Zhongliang, and Jiang Se was holding the phone, a little dazed.
"Sese, after the interview, should I send you home first, or go back to the company first?"
Mo Anqi turned around and said that Jiang Se's trip back to China was not kept secret. The media had received the news earlier. With the recent big news about her and the upcoming movie, the media would not miss the opportunity to get in close contact with her.
The makeup artist came over with a suitcase to touch up her makeup. After leaving the airport, the media might swarm over. Jiang Se sat on the suitcase. Many of the passengers returning home noticed Jiang Se and took pictures with their mobile phones, but seeing the large number of accompanying personnel, no one came to disturb her for the time being.
"No, just take care of your own things first. Ayi has already driven over here."
Jiang Se decided to go to Feng Zhongliang first. Feng Zhongliang’s sudden refusal made her feel a little uneasy.
Sure enough, there were already a large number of media waiting outside the airport. When Jiang Se came out, reporters from major portals had already received the news and quickly surrounded Jiang Se, asking him all kinds of questions.
Most of the questions were related to the recent 'negative news' about Jiang Se, from her initial 'weight gain' and 'ugly clothes', to the news of her 'discord' with Xia Chaoqun, and the recent rumors about her 'stealing the role' from Tao Cen, sparking a status dispute between the two top actresses of Century Galaxy.
She wore a dark-faded one-shoulder pullover and pencil pants from Adeele, the brand she endorses. Her long legs were straight and slender, and her waist seemed to be able to be circled with a light pinch, showing off her good figure easily.
As for the recent rumors about her gaining weight, the reporters naturally dispelled them the moment they saw Jiang Se.
Jiang Se still stands the test in front of the camera. She did not dress up as carefully as she did when she walked the red carpet at the French Film Festival. Her long hair was braided into loose pigtails, hanging in front of her left chest, revealing half of her perfect side profile.
The feather earring on the side of her ear adds a lot to her low-key outfit, making her look ladylike and elegant, yet beautiful and romantic.
"Recently, I've been asked about my 'weight gain'."
Jiang Se held a bunch of interview microphones representing various media outlets and answered with a smile:
"I am an actor. In addition to acting, I have to control myself, manage my body and image, and control some things about myself. It is my responsibility to bring positive influence to fans. So unless one day the role I play requires me to appear in an image of gaining weight, I will manage myself well and not appear in an image that will worry everyone."
"Sese, why didn't Ms. Xia accompany you back to China this time? What do you think about the rumors that there is a rift in your relationship?"
This time after returning from France, Jiang Se went back to China first to promote "A Glimmer of Hope", while Xia Chaoqun stayed in France to negotiate an endorsement for Jiang Se for a French women's handbag.
With Jiang Se signing with Federer for three consecutive years and becoming the Chinese spokesperson for Federer, the fashion circle seemed to have opened a door for Jiang Se. In addition, she was nominated for the "Best Actress" at the French Film Festival for two consecutive years, and Cesare appreciated her. Even after their collaboration in "Salvation of the Divine", Jiang Se also came into the sight of more brands.
It’s just that Jiang Se and Xia Chaoqun did not return to China at the same time. At such a critical juncture, it is inevitable that it will become a topic and be asked about by reporters.
"Fake."
She didn't really want to answer this kind of news, so she quickly dismissed the question with two brief words.
Such a willful attitude made Mo Anqi, who was standing beside him, stroke her forehead and smile bitterly.
"Two days ago, major media reported that the role of 'Tang Jing' that you played in 'A Glimmer of Hope' was actually snatched from Tao Cen. Does this rumor bother you?"
"No." After Jiang Se said this, Mo Anqi winked at her. This answer obviously could not get rid of the reporter. She reluctantly explained a few more sentences:
"Maybe the major media will be troubled." First the news was reported, and then clarified afterwards. At this point, she explained seriously: "I think everyone should know the whole story, but since you asked, I will explain it again. It is a very pleasant surprise for me to be able to work with "A Lifeline" and Director Zhang. I also signed the contract to join the crew through a normal audition."
"Before the official filming began, Director Zhang arranged a two-month training period."
From a timing perspective, Tao Cen was still in the crew of "The Lost City" at the time, doing the final reshoots, so it cannot be said that Jiang Se snatched Tao Cen's role away.
After this matter was explained clearly, it really didn't seem like the two actresses had torn their faces for the role. Some reporters were still unwilling to give up and asked Jiang Se if she had anything to say to Tao Cen. Jiang Se smiled and said:
"I respect Miss Tao very much. Instead of asking you if you have anything to say to Miss Tao, I would like to ask you to help me and see if Miss Tao can give me some advice."
She quickly sent the reporters away, and after leaving the airport, she separated from Mo Anqi and the others. After shaking off the reporters who were following her, Pei Yi had been waiting for her in the parking garage for a long time.
He leaned against the car, and the lights from the underground parking lot cast a long shadow on him.
After working, Pei Yi's image has changed a lot. His hair has grown up a little from its original short haircut, and now sticks neatly on his head. He wears a white shirt, but he doesn't button it up properly. Instead, he leaves two buttons unbuttoned, revealing his Adam's apple.
He rolled up his sleeves a little, revealing his muscular forearms. With his hands in his pockets, he had a tall and slender figure and a pleasant look on his face.
He is at the best age, between adolescence and youth, still with some of the carefreeness of his youth, but also showing some maturity after working. Jiang Se took a bite like an apple, and the sweet and sour taste filled the whole mouth. When she saw him, it seemed that even the worries that surged when she called her grandfather earlier were squeezed out of her mind, and she couldn't help but smile. (To be continued)