Chapter 541: 540: The Edge (4)

“It’s only nine-thirty in the evening.” Nine-thirty, for many people, especially those in the entertainment industry, is when the night life is just getting started. Who goes to bed now?

Bo Yan answered, “Director Sun, you came by car, didn’t you? On your way here, apart from a few street lights, was there any other light? I’m really getting ready for bed, and it’s not just me—others are preparing to rest as well. We’ll be waking up at five or six in the morning. Early to bed, early to rise makes a man healthy. Besides, your arrival would disturb the sleep of the host. If it’s not an urgent matter, can we come over and see you after ten tomorrow morning? And think about it—after chatting until eleven or twelve, you’ll have to find your way back, which is quite a hassle. Better to rest up first. We don’t have that many houses here; surely we can’t expect Xia Siyu to clear out a room for you?”

He was confident. If Director Sun had something important to discuss, he probably would have called earlier to give him a heads-up, not just before arriving.

A last-minute call, in all likelihood, meant that he couldn’t find his way. The gullies here crisscrossed each other, and sometimes what looked close was actually quite a complicated route, plus the houses were exceptionally secluded. On his way here, he would have passed by several households, some of which had agreements with the film crew for accommodations.

Director Sun and Bo Yan weren’t working together for the first time. The movie that earned Bo Yan the title of Best Actor was a collaboration with Director Yu Fenfei, and Sun Wujiu served as the executive director. The previous work that launched Shang Feifei to Best Actress, “Moonlight,” was also a powerhouse combination of Bo Yan + Yu Fenfei + Sun Wujiu; they were old friends. Therefore, when Sun Wujiu took on the role of director independently, Bo Yan was very supportive.

Their relationship was good, and as far as he remembered, although Bo Yan was aloof, he always went all in when it came to work. This was the first time he had outright rejected a request from him!

“But… I’m already here,” Sun Director said.

Before he could finish, Bo Yan and Xia Siyu had already heard the sound of a car getting closer and closer. In less than three to five minutes, it would enter the courtyard.

This was serious trouble—if Director Sun caught them, wouldn’t the relationship between him and Xia Siyu be exposed?

Even if Director Sun wouldn’t talk, he certainly wouldn’t have come alone; he must have brought several people with him. With so many people in the know, it would be hard to keep things quiet; word was bound to get out.

Although, he didn’t have that much of an aversion to going public. Going public was fine; staying private was fine too. Even though he was a top star, his abilities were also recognized now; whether it was fans or the general public, they were all willing to support him. But it was different for Xia Siyu. For the long run, it was still better to go public later.

Bo Yan glanced at Xia Siyu, and she immediately responded, “What are you waiting for? Hurry up and go!” As she spoke, she stretched out her hand, pushing against his shoulder.

Bo Yan was actually ready to leave, but hearing Xia Siyu so forcefully urging him, he suddenly wasn’t in a hurry anymore. He grabbed Xia Siyu’s hand that was pushing him, “I wouldn’t mind leaving, but first, give me a kiss.”

Xia Siyu didn’t play coy; she directly wrapped her arms around Bo Yan’s neck, and even deliberately gave him a deep French kiss.

She knew Bo Yan had a sense of propriety and would definitely exit safely. But since he dared to ask for a kiss, she’d let him have it with no return!

Bo Yan’s eyes were shadowy; he was fully aware of Xia Siyu’s little scheme. Initially, he was just unhappy about being pushed away, but he hadn’t expected Xia Siyu to be so forward, so forward that he didn’t want to leave, and yet he had no choice but to leave.