NOVEL NEXT Chapter 12 - I Suspect You Want to Send Me Away
Chapter 12 – I Suspect You Want to Send Me Away
Wu Jing was holding a bottle of mineral water in his hand and couldn’t resist approaching, asking, “What’s going on here?”
“This lady is Qu Yin Hua’s daughter. She brought photos and stories of the 1960 mountaineering team,” the assistant director’s words instantly made Wu Jing become serious.
He quickly extended his hand towards Qu Hong, “Hello, hello, I’m Wu Jing.”
“Hello, Mr. Wu Jing!”
“Mr. Wu Jing, please keep an eye on this extra, don’t let him run around. I’ll take Ms. Qu to meet Mr. Zhang Yi,” the assistant director saw Zhang Yi standing in the distance and quickly pushed Yang Fan over to Wu Jing.
“Okay, you go ahead,” Wu Jing said as he slung an arm around Yang Fan’s shoulder.
“Hey, what are you doing here? You’ve been sitting in your office too long, coming down to experience life? Who let you in? Got some guts, huh!?” Wu Jing said.
“Are the reporters even allowed in? Don’t let them know who let me in!” Yang Fan began spinning a tale.
“If I say, I just wanted to experience an actor’s life, then go back and write the most authentic report, and somehow ended up here by accident, would you believe me?” Yang Fan made up a lie on the spot.
Wu Jing didn’t give him any face and directly threw the empty water bottle at Yang Fan, “Do I look like an idiot?”
Yang Fan caught the bottle in mid-air and tossed it back to Wu Jing.
“Hey, you’ve got some strength!”
“I remember now, your physical condition is pretty good. If it weren’t for your quick reaction at the airport, that girl Hao Yue probably would’ve lost her sight.”
“Come on, come on, we’ve got time now. Let’s spar a little. I wanted to try back in Mango City, but there wasn’t an opportunity.” As soon as Wu Jing saw a capable opponent, he got eager to try.
Yang Fan’s eyelids twitched, and he couldn’t help but say, “I suspect you want to get rid of me!”
“Hahaha, as long as you know in your heart, no need to say it out loud.” Wu Jing laughed heartily, amused by Yang Fan.
“We can spar, but what happens if I win, and what happens if I lose? If it’s just for fun, go find someone else. I’m busy.” Yang Fan smiled, looking like he wasn’t interested in anything that would offer him no advantage.
However, if after the sparring, he could wander around the set, randomly interview the main cast members, that was something worth considering.
“Confident, huh? Alright, you tell me, what do you want?” Wu Jing asked, still smiling.
“I’m a reporter, what do you think I want?” Yang Fan didn’t hide his intentions and directly made his purpose clear.
Wu Jing thought for a moment and said, “Well, I’ve got no problem on my end, but you just interviewed me, and from what I can see, you’re not really here for me.”
“I’ll talk to those people over there, but whether they agree for the interview isn’t something I can guarantee. The stars over there are all high-tier, so don’t get your hopes up too much,” Wu Jing said straightforwardly.
Yang Fan nodded. “Alright, if I lose, I’ll leave immediately and won’t cause any trouble!”
“Oh, so confident.” Wu Jing’s pride flared up, and his fist flew towards Yang Fan with great force.
Yang Fan remained calm, extending his hand to firmly grip Wu Jing’s forceful punch.
Wu Jing grinned, realizing the strength wasn’t bad. No wonder he was so confident, but that’s not enough!
Wu Jing used his wrist, applying a technique to try and break free from the grip on Yang Fan’s grip.
Yang Fan, however, maintained his grip, showing no intention of changing tactics.
Wu Jing smiled and said, “You really don’t plan on moving? I’ll add just a little more force, and you won’t be able to hold me.”
Yang Fan flashed a smile, mirroring Wu Jing’s grin. “You’re welcome to try a little harder!”
Wu Jing, filled with confidence, applied more force, muttering, “Yang Fan, you’ve lost. Don’t rush off later. Tonight, all the main cast will go out drinking, and you should join us.”
In his heart, Wu Jing was certain Yang Fan would lose, but he was still determined to help him get an interview opportunity.
Wu Jing owed Yang Fan a favor for the great help he had given him at the airport, and he was determined to repay it no matter what!
Yang Fan tightened his grip and said with a smile, “Mr. Wu Jing, aren’t you speaking too early? Do you really think you can break free from me?”
Wu Jing’s confident expression faltered, and his face turned pale. “Yang Fan, are you holding back?”
Yang Fan hadn’t used his full strength!
It was clear that Yang Fan had been holding back; Wu Jing felt like his “tough guy” reputation had been insulted!
Yang Fan smiled without saying a word, just quietly watching Wu Jing.
Wu Jing continued to struggle, his face starting to turn red.
Yang Fan, on the other hand, continued to apply more force, but remained completely calm.
In a contest between masters, one only needs a moment to understand the difference in skill.
Wu Jing had learned from just one punch that Yang Fan’s skills were definitely no simple matter!
He couldn’t unleash his full strength during filming. If he accidentally injured someone, it would delay the production. That would be a huge loss.
At this rate, he obviously couldn’t win against Yang Fan.
Wu Jing silently relaxed his strength, and Yang Fan released his grip.
“You won,” Wu Jing slapped Yang Fan hard on the back and said without hesitation.
He lost, no excuses. Even though Yang Fan hadn’t used all his strength, Wu Jing was convinced Yang Fan had still held back.
The stars who had arrived late were shocked.
Hu Ge looked horrified. “What did I just hear?”
Jing Boran swallowed hard, unable to suppress his astonishment. “Am I dreaming? Mr. Wu Jing actually said he lost to this guy?”
Zhang Yi, being more direct, immediately rushed up to Wu Jing, extending his hand to check Wu Jing’s forehead, wondering if the tough guy was running a fever.
“Get off, get off, I’m not sick!” Wu Jing was both angry and helpless.
Zhang Yi gave Wu Jing a strange look, then glanced at Yang Fan, curiously asking, “Who is this?”
“Hello, Mr. Zhang, I’m Yang Fan, a reporter from Mango TV Radio,” Yang Fan introduced himself politely.
“Hello, everyone!” Yang Fan greeted everyone.
“You’re the reporter who helped Wu Jing so much at the airport! Hello, hello,” Wu Jing’s good friend Zhang Yi hurried over to shake Yang Fan’s hand when he heard who he was.
Wu Jing’s brothers were his brothers; they were all family!
The chief director, Li Dao, had some reservations about Yang Fan’s reporter status, but since the main cast and Ms. Qu were involved, he couldn’t ask him to leave.
He could only let Yang Fan stay and join the discussion.
In the end, everyone agreed that that particular scene Zhang Yi’s character would portray — the heroic figure of Qu Yin Hua climbing Mount Everest barefoot — must be added to the storyline!
Qu Hong was so moved she burst into tears, and the assistant director hurried over to comfort her.
They discussed the plot seriously once more and, after finalizing the direction, the filming began!
Zhang Yi took a deep breath and, in the freezing snow, decisively took off his shoes and socks.
Yang Fan glanced at the outdoor temperature on his phone: minus 13 degrees Celsius!
Looking at the main cast’s red faces from the cold, then at Zhang Yi’s bare feet, which were shivering, Yang Fan pursed his lips and made a decision that might not be accepted by everyone there!