Translator: EndlessFantasy Translation Editor: EndlessFantasy Translation
Gao Xin was puzzled. She asked, âWho else tried to persuade you?â
Xia Xin explained, âLast night, Jing MO also mentioned that Iâd be suitable for the role. But I donât understand anything about it, so Iâm still hesitant.â
Gao Xin clarified, âI know why Jing MO advised you. If you donât want to take on the role, the director can find someone else. But both Jing MO and I believe that you are well-suited for acting. Moreover, this role fits you perfectly. You have a deep understanding of animals, and animals are very fond of you. If you were to imitate a cat, you could certainly do it convincingly.â
Gao Xin made a playful face and said, âI also have a personal motive. I hope to have the chance to work with you. You donât know how boring it is to go to work every day. I need a friend by my side.â
Xia Xin hesitated and said, âBut I know nothing about being a stunt double.â
Gao Xin explained, âThe script revolves around the transformation of a cat before and after. It originally comes from another planet, where it has a certain form. When it arrives on Earth, it inhabits a human body with a different appearance, while I play the human character. So, we need someone to portray the catâs original form on the cat planet, which will be a more cat-like being.â
Xia Xin had seen movies of a similar genre, so she quickly understood the role.
Gao Xin continued, âThe workload isnât very demanding; youâll probably only need to be on set for about a week to finish filming. What do you think? Will you consider it?â
Xia Xin replied, âIâm really tempted. Iâll call the director tonight to confirm my participation.â
Gao Xin happily exclaimed, âIâve recruited another key player for the production. The director will surely treat me to a meal! â
Xia Xin modestly responded, âOh, donât exaggerate. Iâm not that good. Please donât praise me too much.â
The two of them enjoyed their meal tremendously. Afterward, Xia Xin stood by the roadside, rubbing her belly, waiting for Gao Xinâs manager to pick her up.
Originally, Gao Xin had offered to drive Xia Xin home, but Xia Xin declined, saying, âNo, I ate too much today. I need to walk off some calories; besides, itâs not far.â
Gao Xin said, âAlright then. By the way, if you talk to the director about this tonight, youâll probably be on set tomorrow.â
Xia Xin was pleasantly surprised. She asked, âDoes that mean Iâll see you again tomorrow?â
Gao Xin grinned and said, âIâll be at the studio tomorrow, waiting for you. Iâll order some milk tea for you!â
Then, the two ot them reluctantly said their goodbyes.
On her way back, Xia Xin felt happy because she had made a new friend. She was practically skipping down the street. During her walk, she noticed a crowd gathered on the roadside. Among them, a man and a woman were in a heated argument.
Xia Xin wasnât one to enjoy such spectacles and tried to bypass the crowd to head home. However, the crowd suddenly parted, and a disheveled young girl rushed out, colliding with Xia Xin. The girl, in a panicked state, tightly gripped Xia Xinâs arm, tears in her eyes, and pleaded, âMiss, please save me!â
Though Xia Xin was unfamiliar with this situation, she quickly reassured the girl, âDonât be afraid. First, tell me what happened.â
The girl, trembling, pointed behind her and said, âThat man attempted to assault me. I didnât want to, and he hit me. I managed to escape only with great effort, but heâs chasing me!â
Xia Xin looked towards the man now standing among the crowd. He was wearing nothing but a bathrobe and hotel disposable slippers, his face flushed, and he appeared furious.
Based on his attire, Xia Xin didnât need any further confirmation; she knew the girlâs words were true.
The man, upon seeing the girl had found help, grew even angrier and stepped closer towards them. He yelled, âYou, woman, donât meddle in this! It was clearly you who seduced me. I didnât want to, and now youâre falsely accusing me! You vile woman!â
Xia Xin, without a doubt in her mind that the man was the aggressor, didnât bother listening to his words. She quickly placed herself between him and the girl, warning, âI suggest you donât come any closer! Iâve already called the police. If you donât want to be charged with harassment, I advise you to step back!â
The man, clearly frightened, retreated to a safe distance and retorted angrily, âI warn you not to interfere too much.. Do you even know whoâs behind you?
Are you helping her? Donât let her deceive you!â