Seeing Jiang Cheng ask this, Jiang Churan nodded. "Yeah, talent scouts really do hang around our school gates often. There are also some film crews recruiting actors there. Of course, occasionally you run into people trying to pick you up, and some have even offered to support me as a mistress. However, whenever I encounter that, I usually just ignore them and walk away."
Hearing this, a satisfied smile appeared on Jiang Cheng's face.
He stroked Jiang Churan's hair and praised, "You did well, baby."
This intimate gesture made Jiang Churan's heart feel as sweet as honey, and she smiled shyly.
But this scene, reeking of the'sour stench of love,' caused the other two Girls to simultaneously pull sour expressions.
They glanced at each other and let out a simultaneous sound of envy and jealousy, "Eww."
"Jealousy makes you ugly; I must hold it in."
"Bitterness makes one lose the meaning of life; I must hold it in."
Shen Shuang and Xu Yan returned to their initial posture of huddling together for warmth.
There was no trace of the swords-drawn tension that had existed between them just a moment ago.
Jiang Cheng could only conclude that friendships between Girls were truly too complicated.
He admitted he didn't understand it.
Jiang Cheng continued, "You just said Xu Yan's goal is to enter the entertainment industry so she can't date, but what about you? You don't have any thoughts of entering the industry?"
Jiang Churan shook her head gently and replied, "Currently, I just want to focus on stage plays and competitive dance, and work hard to perform them well. As for the future, I don't have a clear plan yet..."
Xu Yan suddenly interjected, "Ranran's talent is top-tier in our school! I'm not like her; I can't even mention competitions, and I don't get a part in choreographed dances at all. So I can only consider the entertainment industry route. If you hadn't introduced me, I might not have even had the chance to act."
Shen Shuang chimed in as well, "Yeah, I'm the same. Big shot, please introduce me too! If I had known Yan Yan would get an acting audition that day, I wouldn't have gone to dance rehearsal; I definitely would have gone to try out too."
Jiang Cheng didn't pay much mind to Shen Shuang's words.
He knew very well that among the three present, Shen Shuang had the most superior family background.
Being a local from Kyoto, her family likely had some resources and connections for her to be studying this.
The corners of Jiang Cheng's mouth curled up as he teased, "You're already being'supported' by so many people, do you still need me to help you find connections?"
Shen Shuang looked at Jiang Churan and complained helplessly, "Chu Ran, I've discovered your man is a total 'Yin-Yang Master' [sarcastic jerk]."
Jiang Churan didn't speak up for Shen Shuang; instead, she agreed, "Shuang Shuang, your family isn't short on connections, so stop bickering with him. You won't win."
Hearing Jiang Churan's words, Shen Shuang felt a bit displeased, but it wasn't easy to lash out.
She fiercely picked up an abalone from her bowl, took a bite, and then continued.
"Hmph, you're such a 'bros before hoes'—or rather, 'man before friends'—type of person."
After saying that, Shen Shuang continued, "Don't be influenced by those bad rumors outside. We Girls at Beijing Dance Academy are very self-respecting! Very few people date, partly because no one has time, and partly because everyone wants to be a star."
Jiang Cheng clicked his tongue and nodded. "Hearing you guys say it, it sounds like your school isn't that messy after all."
Xu Yan also interjected, "Yeah, we have no choice. We don't even look at ordinary guys. Even if we occasionally find someone we like, we have to consider it carefully. After all, you can't have a dark past if you want to be a star. If you're indiscreet in school and someone digs up your past later, how can you survive in the entertainment industry?"
Jiang Churan added, "The top students at Beijing Dance are all very hardworking because the employment pressure in this industry is huge. If you're not careful, all your previous efforts will be wasted. Everyone has a dream of the stage, so everyone cherishes their image."
Shen Shuang nodded and said, "Exactly. Of course, there are also some poor students who want to take'special channels.' Like I said before, there are those who are supported as mistresses. That kind of situation exists in every school, right?"
Hearing the words'supported as a mistress,' Jiang Cheng quickly glanced at Shen Shuang.
He hadn't expected someone would actually want this 'A-cup' Girl.
"I'm actually quite curious, how much can you get a month?" Jiang Cheng suddenly asked.
Hearing this question, Shen Shuang immediately rolled her eyes hard.
She replied crossly, "Don't even mention it! I get angry just thinking about it! Most of those people start by offering fifty thousand a month. I really wanted to just slap them right then!"
Even Jiang Cheng couldn't help but shout that the price was ridiculous when he heard it.
During the meal, the few of them chatted happily, and the atmosphere was very harmonious.
After dinner, since Jiang Churan had to rush back to Beijing Dance for rehearsal, Jiang Cheng drove her back to school.
At dusk, Jiang Cheng arrived at the Kyoto airport right on time.
At the exit, Jiang Cheng saw Zhu Yan from a distance.
Standing in the crowd, she was exceptionally eye-catching.
Zhu Yan also noticed Jiang Cheng; a bright smile appeared on her face as she waved to him.
After walking closer, Zhu Yan greeted him with a smile, "Mr. Jiang, Happy New Year. Thank you for coming to pick me up."
Jiang Cheng didn't respond to Zhu Yan's words directly.
Instead, he paused for a moment, his gaze slowly scanning Zhu Yan from top to bottom.
Zhu Yan felt a bit uncomfortable under his direct gaze, but she maintained her smile.
After Jiang Cheng's gaze lingered on Zhu Yan for a moment, he finally spoke, "Wow, Zhu Yan, you look truly beautiful today!"
Indeed, she was different from the Zhu Yan he usually saw.
Today, she was wearing a long red coat.
The vivid color made her look exceptionally dazzling under the winter sun.
The texture of the coat looked very soft, with smooth lines that perfectly outlined her figure.
Around her neck was a Bvlgari scarf, its color complementing the coat perfectly.
Her jet-black, beautiful long hair cascaded down her shoulders like a waterfall.
A few strands of hair were cleverly tucked behind her ears, revealing her fair neck and delicate earlobes.
She wore two Australian White Pearl earrings, the round pearls shimmering with a warm luster in the sunlight, matching her temperament perfectly.
In her hand, she pushed a small piece of luggage.
Her whole posture was upright and her temperament elegant, as if she radiated a unique charm that was impossible to ignore.
The red coat made her fair skin and red lips stand out even more.
As they say, beautiful women always have good taste in clothes; Zhu Yan was a perfect example.
Seeing Jiang Cheng praise her so openly, a shy blush rose to Zhu Yan's face.
She gently brushed a stray hair by her temple, appearing somewhat embarrassed.
"Thank you. I spent a long time choosing at home, and finally decided that since it's the New Year, I should wear something a bit more festive."