Translator: Atlas Studios Editor: Atlas Studios
There was only one stylist in every makeup room. It was clear that Yan Bingqing was out to make things difficult for Yun Shishi.
Mu Xi led her artiste to her seat first before she hastily went over to Yan Bingqing.
âSister Bingqing, can you let our Shishi go first?â
She snorted indignantly. âWhy should I do that?â
âShishi is scheduled to go first on the film set. Director Lin will be angry if sheâs not ready by then.â
The woman snorted again and retorted sharply, âShe only needs a simple makeover; canât she do it herself?â
With that, she turned to signal Ding Ning with a look. âAm I right, Miss Ding?â
The makeup artist felt awkward when she saw her shoot her a sharp glare. Shuddering, she agreed readily, âThatâs right. The lead is to have a nude look, so no eye shadow is required. Piling her face with foundation will do. Iâd better do Sister Bingqing first since styling her is more tedious!â
She was a lowly stylist; how would she dare rebel against someone like Yan Bingqing?
Mu Xi was about to rebut when someone pressed on her shoulder.
She looked over and was startled to see Yun Shishi smiling at her. The latter pulled her to the back and turned to face Yan Bingqing, the graceful smile not leaving her lips. âSister Bingqing, you are my senior and I know that, according to rules, you have the right of way before me.â
The words worked like magic to Yan Bingqing. Thinking she had subdued this junior, her brows loosened.
However, Yun Shishiâs next words had the effect of infuriating her. âBut then again, even though I am new, Iâm still the female lead in this film. Iâm scheduled to go first for todayâs trial shoot on-set, so Miss Ding has to do my makeup first.â
Yan Bingqingâs smile froze on her face.
âWhat did you say?â
Ding Ning, who was standing behind her, was too stunned for words; meanwhile, Mu Xi tried to control her shock.
âI believe my message is clear to Sister Bingqing. I have a leading role and you only have a supporting role. For today, I am to go first.â
Her voice was gentle and her tone composed. Every word was enunciated clearly, loudly, and confidently.
The words shot straight to the womanâs chest. Almost hyperventilating, she furiously got up and walked over to Yun Shishi. âDid you just tell me that youâre the lead and Iâm just a supporting cast so you should go first?â
âIs there a problem?â Yun Shishi countered. âIâm just stating a fact; Iâm truly the lead and youâre only a minor character.â
âYou!â
âBesides, Miss Ding is originally my stylist; this is my makeup room, too. Iâve given up half of my room for your use out of respect, but if you also want to snatch my stylist...â She pouted with a look of frustration and then broke into a fake smile. âHow about this; letâs have Director Lin judge if Sister Bingqing should go first today.â
âHow dare you... use Director Lin to put me down?!â Yan Bingqing was fuming, but not wanting to damage her public image, she could only stare daggers at this newcomer.
The latter did not retreat from her death glare and merely asked, âYour words are interesting, Sister Bingqing. Arenât you the one trying to put me down in reality? It is true that Iâm new here, and Iâve shown you respect. On the contrary, your actions seem to be bullying a newcomer...â
These words came tumbling casually out of her mouth, but the message in them was loud and clear.
The womanâs mouth twitched for a while as she scrutinized the newbie. Finally, she showed a sneer. âWell, well, well. This is interesting. Watch your back, Yun Shishi!â