Was Zhou Zhen done for?
She recklessly jumped at Ms. Cai Ni’s throat!
Ms. Cai Ni was someone well-known even outside of the entertainment circle. One with ambition, Zhou Zhen joined showbiz to make it big. That goes without saying that she knew more than anyone the importance of a stylist to an actor. Gong Zhi, the film star, was a good example.
Everyone knew that ever since Ms. Cai Ni became Gong Zhi’s stylist, Gong Zhi became the belle of the ball in every event.
Zhou Zhen imagined herself to be like Gong Zhi and set the film star as her goal. She yearned to reach Gong Zhi’s heights, making herself the most beautiful and radiant of them all in every public appearance.
Of course, it had crossed her mind that she would definitely achieve stardom if Ms. Cai Ni became her stylist. She must have Ms. Cai Ni!
Yet now, Zhou Zhen managed to get on Ms. Cai Ni’s bad side before she even had a shot at fame. Caught in a fluster for a moment, she then approached Shen Xi and was quick to apologize in a manner of utmost sincerity. “I’m sorry, Ms. Cai Ni. Forgive my ignorance for failing to recognize you. Please don’t hold it against me. Everyone knows I speak before I think.”
Shen Xi was surprised that Zhou Zhen knew when to yield. She was sure she had never heard of this person prior to her rebirth. However, Yu Yuanxi did mention that Zhou Zhen had a talent for acting but had yet to sign on to an agency. Still, Shen Xi was not kind to the likes of her. She merely nodded without saying much about Zhou Zhen’s apology.
Zhou Zhen was thrown into panic, knowing well the consequences of offending a top stylist in showbiz. Ms. Cai Ni was not just representing herself, but Ms. Jiang Yin’s connection as well. Judging by Shen Xi’s expression, it was hard to gauge where she stood. Thus, Zhou Zhen smiled ingratiatingly. “Ms. Cai Ni, you can yell at me if you’re still angry. You can hit me as well.”
There were not a lot of people in the dressing room. Apart from Wang Cai and his associate director, there were only Yu Yuanxi and two other makeup artists. The others, especially those who were pushed around by Zhou Zhen, would be pleased to see Zhou Zhen groveling if they were around.
Shen Xi was not one to hold a grudge with such people since they played an insignificant role in her life anyway. What was the point of barking back at a dog? She curled her lips without giving any input.
Anxious, Zhou Zhen turned to Wang Cai to seek help.
Wang Cai did not have the time to get over his mixed feelings. Just a minute ago, he was thinking about how to convince her to stay when he found out from the associate director that the fangirl with great makeup skills was the one who played the role of the little beggar.
It finally struck him, now that he learned about her identity. Shen Xi was truthful when she said she was not short of money. The top stylist in the industry would not earn less than any A-listers.
Moreover, all the hottest stars in showbiz were after her. It was everybody’s dream to have a stylist who could bring out their best profiles. Who would not want to blow people’s minds away in public events?
With Wang Cai snubbing her, Zhou Zhen ran to Yu Yuanxi and whispered, “Yu, please help me put in a good word. Please.”
Yu Yuanxi was older than her and was the leading actor in the movie with great looks and acting skills to match. Zhou Zhen’s attitude toward anyone was determined by their status and unlike the rest of the insignificant actors, Yu Yuanxi was someone she respected.
Yu Yuanxi may seem friendly and easy to get along with, including with her, but Zhou Zhen was aware that he was keeping his distance from her.
“She doesn’t blame you.” Yu Yuanxi answered while adding in his mind that Shen Xi could not be bothered to stoop to Zhou Zhen’s level.
Many a time, Shen Xi could not care less about the things happening around her. Since these people did not deserve her attention, giving the cold shoulder was the best way to attack them.
Zhou Zhen was still feeling uneasy despite the answer. She made up her mind to curry Yu Yuanxi’s favor as Ms. Cai Ni was a fan of Yu Yuanxi. So long as Zhou Zhen was on good terms with Yu Yuanxi, Ms. Cai Ni would not refuse to create a look for her.
Meanwhile, Zhou Zhen’s tardy friend finally arrived and was led in by Zhou Zhen’s manager. Having heard that she was replaced, the furious friend barged through the defending forces of the production crew and into the dressing room. Out of desperation, she angrily exclaimed, “What’s going on, Zhenzhen? Who is the b*tch who is replacing me? What kind of connections did she pull?”
Taken aback by her friend’s sudden bulldoze, Zhou Zhen turned white as a sheet. She was interrupted by a series of interrogations before she could make amends and received the pardon from Ms. Cai Ni. Zhou Zhen quickly apologized to Shen Xi and pinched her friend not to talk while shoving her out.
What was self-respect? Zhou Zhen had no clue anymore nor did she need it. Anything was worthwhile so long as Ms. Cai Ni was able to be the bigger person and look beyond her mistake.
Zhou Zhen was bound to go into showbiz and become a star. Only the most amazing stylist was befitting her fame when she made a name for herself.
She did not want to get on Ms. Cai Ni’s nerves nor lose to others when it came to dropping a bombshell appearance because of this hoo-ha.
That friend of hers was really running her mouth. Despite all the wringing and twisting, it did not stop her friend from moaning and groaning that Zhou Zhen was not a good enough friend. The friend wondered if Zhou Zhen had a say in production since she was replaced for coming minutes late.
Zhou Zhen slapped her arm. “Cut it out. Do you know who she is?”
The friend frowned in bewilderment. “I don’t give a rat’s *ss even if she’s the Queen of England.”
Zhou Zhen replied, “She’s Ms. Cai Ni, the one you looked up to.”
Her friend was called Ruan Sisi and she was a beauty blogger with a following of tens of thousands. She would often post makeup videos and makeup tips on various major platforms.
With the person she most admired being Ms. Cai Ni, Ruan Sisi dreamed of meeting her. Alas, Ms. Cai Ni lived a rather discreet life to the point of not having a single photo of her online. No information of Ms. Cai Ni was ever released to the public, not even her official handle on public platforms. There was no way to locate her.
Ruan Sisi’s eyes popped out. “What the hell? Why didn’t you say so earlier? Do you think I should just perform a harakiri or get on my knees to beg for forgiveness?”
Zhou Zhen rolled her eyes. “…”
What ensued on the set was a spectacle.
The usually cocky Zhou Zhen, together with her sidekick, followed Yu Yuanxi’s fan around like puppies, serving tea and pouring water with a smile. The production team and extras watched with their jaws on the ground.
