11 Chapter 11

Since the cameraman took the photo from below during her kick, her fluttering hair looked like it was almost perpendicular to the ground; due to the angle, the baby fat under her face was enhanced and her clothes appeared messy as it swayed in midair.

"I saw the other photos taken of you that time. All of them were very beautiful. Why didn't they choose among those pictures?" Xiao Su gloomily commented.

Netizen: "Wow, Miss Wanshuang is so pretty. Her red skirt complements her skin well. I love her to death!"

"Film Emperor Hubby is too handsome! My husband, I love you forever!"

"How is it that Miss Wanshuang looks like a perfect match with my hubby when they stand together? Oohh, I'm so sad, but I still give both of you my blessings!"

"Did you see that last photo? What kind of angle is this? Why do I feel like she's gonna crash to the ground like a dog eating sh*t?"

"What's with that last scary photo? Is she supposed to be my hubby's first love? Are you kidding me?"

"Who's Qiao Moyu? Never heard of that name before. Why is she acting Female no.3? Someone find a replacement!"

"She's the Qiao family's adopted daughter. Didn't she steal Miss Ruohuan's spot before? Then the Qiao family discovered that Yu Ruohuan was their real treasured daughter, so Qiao Moyu was kicked out."

"Thanks for explaining. It turned out to be the case of a true pheasant and a fake phoenix. Who knows how she got the role of female no.3!"

Xiao Su trembled in anger after reading these comments. At this moment she understood.

Thinking about it, the investor for this drama was the Xing group. She heard that today's photoshoot pictures will be sent to the Xing company for selection, and yet not one of Qiao Moyu's many stunning photos were chosen. Doesn't that mean choosing an ugly picture was decided by Xing Yichen?

While she fumed, she also comforted Qiao Moyu: "Don't be angry. Once the drama is aired, I don't believe they can intentionally put up second-rate shots of you."

"It's alright!" Qiao Moyu said with a grin: "Don't you think that picture's pretty cute? I really like it. I plan to save it and post it on my desktop."

"What? You're not angry at all?" Since Xiao Su had only accompanied the original host for two days, she wasn't clear about the previous Qiao Moyu's real character. Thus, she failed to notice the incongruent response when the actress before her didn't display any kind of grudge.

"Why, do you want me to be upset?" Qiao Moyu patted Xiao Su's shoulder: "I think I look pretty here!" In her previous life, she had a round baby face, round eyes, and a tall, athletic figure since she practiced martial arts. However, she wasn't considered much of a beauty.

Now that she had a gorgeous body, she couldn't help but admire it at every angle. Why would she need other people's recognition? Life is simple–just be happy with what you have and face what fate and fortune comes to you. You don't have to be too serious or obsessed when dealing with certain matters. For instance, today she may still be Qiao Moyu, but tomorrow she might return to her original world.

Just when some fans had taken her photo and saved it, there was a sudden commotion from the crew.

Qiao Moyu looked up and saw that Xing Yichen had arrived!

He must have come straight from his company since he arrived wearing a white long sleeve, black pants, and a priceless business suit. His outfit contrasted with the historical themed clothing on set, giving people the illusion that he had crossed over to a different time period.

Xing Wanshuang had just finished acting a scene. When she saw the man approach, she smiled sweetly and called out to him: "Big Brother!"

Xing Yichen nodded to her. He chatted with the producer while his sister continued to play the last scene of the morning with Ye Peicheng.

After glancing up at Xing Yichen, Qiao Moyu casually looked back down at the script in hand.

After glancing up at Xing Yichen, Qiao Moyu casually looked back down at the script in hand. While practicing her lines, she pondered which the body language and movements would be most appropriate.

She was actually a fan of Wuxia dramas in her previous life, so she would often act out some scenes with her brother. But now, since she truly was in front of the camera, she needed to study seriously to make up for her lack of experience.

She didn't know how the original host's bracelet ended up with her, but since she promised to achieve that woman's wishes, she would surely put forth 100% effort.

Today, Qiao Moyu and Ye Peicheng will be acting out a scene in the bamboo forest. In the script, the male lead was injured while his childhood friend helped wrap a bandage around his wound.

Since the male lead will have flashbacks of his childhood friend, several scenes will be shot today showing Ye Peicheng and Qiao Moyu as they practice martial arts in the bamboo forest.

The director gave the signal to prepare for the next scene. Xiao Su quickly nudged Qiao Moyu, who finally snapped out of her studies and looked up.

"Come on Sister Moyu!" Xiao Su was a little worried. After all, she also knew that this actress lacked experience.

Qiao Moyu nodded. She placed down the script and walked towards the bamboo grove. Although the white coat she wore today was made with coarse cloth, it actually gave her an authentic taste.

Within the lush bamboo forest, a girl stood there charmingly; her eyebrows were as the distant mountains and her eyes were as clear and serene as water. The snow white skin on her neck was graceful as a swan's, contrasting with her striking black hair that fluttered in the wind. She was like a fairy who was about to be swept away at any moment.

Outside the bamboo forest, Xing Yichen stared at Qiao Moyu's ethereal appearance with a slight frown.

After yesterday's incident, he deliberately ordered his assistant to present him with today's photoshoot takes. He would choose the photos himself. Among the numerous pictures, he noticed the girl in plain clothes at a glance. When he examined it closely, he realized it was Qiao Moyu.

He had to admit that she was very attractive, perhaps slightly more so than his sister. But he was tired of seeing her–she was just like an annoying mosquito that buzzed constantly before his face. He felt like slapping that insect dead with his palm and wiping off its nauseating blood.

That was why he chose the only ugly photo of her without hesitation and handed it to his assistant for the release at 10 o'clock.

Sure enough, when he checked the microblog, there were only praises for his sister and Ye Peicheng. Afterwards, viewers spotted Qiao Moyu's unsightly photo and began to throw all kinds of criticisms at her appearance.

Feeling quite pleased with the result, Xing Yichen smiled in satisfaction. Even after he wrapped up a small meeting, he came to visit his sister's set since he wasn't too far from the studio.

However, he didn't expect Qiao Moyu, who often stuck incessantly by his side, to actually take a mere glance at him today before quietly looking back down on her script. Moreover, she didn't appear unfazed by the harsh comments on Weibo; she still had a light smile.

At this moment, Qiao Moyu stood in the midst of the woods in her plain white dress. When she saw the injured Ye Peicheng, she quickly leapt to his side. The tension on her face seemed convincing.

Xing Yichen sneered and retracted his gaze. He opened Weibo on his phone for another look.

At this time, he saw that the topic '#Sheng Shi drama's Beauty in Plain White'** had suddenly climbed to the hot search online.

(**note: Su Yi 素衣–plain white clothing in ancient china for women. There's different types for young girls and married women. Here are some photo examples below)

Xing Yichen checked out the link and discovered it to be a video that was uploaded by an anonymous source. However, on a closer look, it was definitely a recording of Qiao Moyu!

Author's Afterword: Hey hey, wanna see a certain someone embarrass himself?

Retribution comes quick!

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