Chapter 41: The CEO and the Movie Queen

"Yancheng Matters" does not have a fixed studio; locations are determined based on the program and the guest. For instance, the award-winning actress Lin Qian chose her own home, claiming it would make the conversation more relaxed.

Yun Chuxia had been busy reviewing her materials, scribbling notes on her notepad, until the driver announced they had reached their destination. Lin Qian was already waiting at the entrance of the villa.

The cameras were rolling. Lin Qian wore an approachable smile, her delicate face framed by striking features—it was no wonder she was a favorite in the eyes of every major director.

However...

Yun Chuxia and Lu Yao exchanged a look, and both saw something amiss.

A beige trench coat over a white knit dress, paired with nude heels—wasn't that exactly what Yun Chuxia had been wearing in the private room? Or rather, it was the exact outfit worn by the woman in the photograph with Si Yuchuan.

Lu Yao fell into deep thought. It was no secret in the industry that Lin Qian had been chasing after Si Yuchuan. It seemed that after the photo of him was leaked, she had grown anxious.

Lin Qian enthusiastically led them on a tour of the villa, repeatedly reminding the cameraman, "My legs are very beautiful; make sure to get plenty of shots of my legs." The photographer was more than happy to oblige.

Lu Yao kept checking her phone. Sure enough, people were already speculating whether the person with the CEO of the Si Corporation yesterday was Lin Qian. A surge of Lin Qian’s fans flooded the live stream, quickly pushing the program to the top of the trending topics.

Everything now depended on whether Yun Chuxia could keep her composure.

Once they finally sat down for the interview, Yun Chuxia had expected Lin Qian to be eager to discuss her work, yet Lin Qian repeatedly steered the conversation toward her own love life.

"Ms. Lin, your fans are very concerned—do you have any plans to join a new project soon?"

Lin Qian tucked a strand of hair behind her ear, showcasing her best profile. "Not at the moment. I want to save some time for romance lately."

Yun Chuxia asked, "So, do you have a boyfriend?"

Lin Qian lowered her head with a shy smile, not denying it. In fact, she seemed perfectly willing to keep talking about it.

Yun Chuxia had no choice but to follow up. "Is he someone in the industry?"

Lin Qian replied, "No, but he’s more handsome than many actors. Even the candid photos taken by paparazzi look like magazine spreads."

Yun Chuxia pressed, "Are you planning to announce your relationship now?"

Lin Qian shook her head. "Oh no, Si..." She hurriedly covered her mouth in surprise, the corners of her eyes crinkling playfully. "He’s very low-key, and we don't want too many people to disturb us."

Predictably, the fans in the live stream caught this "slip of the tongue" perfectly.

[It’s definitely CEO Si! A CEO and an actress—a perfect match, the ultimate power couple.]

[Is this just a publicity stunt?]

[Please, they were already photographed. That tall, slender figure is exactly like the actress.]

[As career-focused fans, we aren't buying it.]

[Wait, who is this host next to her? How is she even prettier than Lin on camera?]

The best lighting and angles had been reserved for Lin Qian, yet Yun Chuxia managed to stand out purely through her beauty. It was an undeniable, striking beauty. Her features were vibrant and exquisite, and her skin was several shades clearer and softer than Lin Qian's. Her modest makeup and somewhat dull suit did not diminish her looks; instead, they made her appear remarkably poised.

Her questions were measured and tactful, and her thorough knowledge of the actress's career and works showed she had done her homework. Even Lin Qian's fans couldn't help but approve of her.

Lu Yao nodded to herself and put her phone away: This is in the bag.

After the broadcast ended, Lin Qian insisted on keeping Yun Chuxia and Lu Yao behind for a few more words off-camera.

"I know your team from Jiutian was at F Club for a team-building event yesterday. Do you happen to know who that girl beside CEO Si was?"