Chapter 962


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    Ning Ran woke up early the next day.


    She felt much better after a two-day rest.


    Although the incident with Rong Xiao still lingered in her mind, she pushed herself to focus on her work


    with utmost dedication.


    Today, she had been invited for an exclusive interview and photoshoot for a renowned fashion


    magazine.


    The fashion magazine was highly renowned in the country. While traditional print media had seen a


    decline, certain top-tier magazines still held significant influence, merging their print presence with the


    digital realm.


    Only the top stars could appear on the covers of these top-tier magazines for promotional materials.


    Generally, only appearing on the covers of the top three ranked fashion magazines could be


    considered breaking into the top tier.


    Hence, thepany, including Wang Xiaoou, stressed the importance of this opportunity and urged


    Ning Ran to be in her best form for the interview.


    Ning Ran had extra time in the morning to prepare, as the children were at Commoner Residence and


    didn''t need to be dropped off at school.


    As the children were not around, she opted for a simple breakfast, heating a few slices of bread and


    pouring herself a ss of milk.


    However, Nan Chen, who had be ustomed to borate breakfasts, looked at her with a hint of


    disappointment.


    Amused by his reaction, Ning Ran jokingly said, “If you can''t bear to eat this, you can always ask Jiang


    Zhe to deliver a deluxe breakfast from a fancy restaurant to the office. There''s no need to force yourself


    to eat it.”


    Taking a bite of his bread, Nan Chen inquired, “You have work today, right?”


    Ning Ran nodded. “Yes, I have an interview with ''The Star''.”


    “And do you have to shoot the cover as well?” Nan Chen further inquired.


    “Yes, the sponsor will provide the outfits; there are ten sets to choose from.”


    Curious, Nan Chen requested, “Do you have any pictures? Let me have a quick look.”


    Ning Ran found his request a little unusual. She wondered why he wanted to personally vet the


    magazine cover shoot outfit.


    “No, I don''t have pictures, but the sponsor is a renowned international brand. The outfits are bound to


    be impressive,” Ning Ran replied.


    “You are known as a talented actress, and you are also a mother,” Nan Chen said, his tone serious.


    Feeling perplexed by his words, the woman questioned, “And so? Are you implying that just because


    I''m a mother, I can''t shoot for fashion magazine covers?”


    “That''s not the case.”


    “Then what do you mean?”


    Nan Chen''s expression remained serious. “Don''t wear the outfit if it''s too revealing. Backless outfits are


    also off-limits.”


    Ning Ran chuckled. “Those top fashion brands often have daring designs. They wouldn''t expect me to


    dress all covered up, would they?”


    He ced his cutleries on the table and said, “Even so, you can''t reveal too much. Show me the


    clothes you''re going to wearter, and I''ll help you choose.”


    Ning Ran let out a wail. “Come on, Mr. Chen! There are so many staff watching. Do I really have to take


    pictures of the outfits and get your approval before wearing them? That''s so embarrassing!”


    However, Nan Chen remained firm in his stance. “This concerns your image. You are a signed artist of


    thepany, and your public persona is crucial for your career and thepany''s interests. So, of


    course, I need to be consulted!”


    Given Nan Chen''s firm stance, Ning Ran found herself with no recourse but to acquiesce.


    As the formidable owner of Star Entertainment, he had the right to interfere with any matters,


    regardless of Ning Ran''s consent.


    Moreover, he didn''t need to handle the matter himself. He could simply issue instructions to Jiang Zhe,


    and everyone in thepany would be obligated to follow his directives.


    After taking a sip of her milk and wiping her mouth, Ning Ran looked at Nan Chen.


    The man caught her gaze and returned a cold nce.


    “I didn''t know you were so petty, Mr. Chen. You are concerned that I might wear something too


    revealing for the shoot, huh? The protocols these days are so strict. Even if I wanted to bare it all, it


    wouldn''t pass the approval anyway. So, why are you so worried?” Ning Ran teased.


    “I''m not worried. I''m just looking out for thepany''s interest,” Nan Chen hissed.


    “All right. Thank you for the concern, Mr. Chen.”


    Just then, Ning Ran''s phone rang. It was a call from Lu Jingyuan.


    She had taken a day off and invited Ning Ran to watch a movie together.


    Ning Ran replied, “Oh, what a coincidence. I have to work today, so I won''t be able to apany you.”


    Upon hearing that Ning Ran was going to shoot a fashion magazine cover, Lu Jingyuan immediately


    expressed her desire to join and be a part of the excitement.


    Ning Ran readily agreed without hesitation, as it was rare for someone as reserved as Lu Jingyuan to


    disy such enthusiasm.


    When the call ended, Ning Ran found Nan Chen staring at her.


    “What''s the matter? Why can''t Jingyuan join me at work and have some fun?”


    Nan Chen remained silent as he rose from his seat.


    After a few steps, he turned around and said, “Don''t tell Jingyuan that I wanted to see your attire.”


    Ning Ran burst intoughter. “You''re aware that it makes you seem petty. Are you afraid of being


    laughed at?”


    The man let out a cold snort, offering no response.


    Initially, Ning Ran nned to leave with Nan Chen. Since Lu Jingyuan was on her way, she had to wait


    for her.


    After a while, Lu Jingyuan arrived. She headed straight to the meeting ce after dropping off her child


    at school.


    As Ning Ran entered Lu Jingyuan''s car, she received a message from Nan Chen: Remember to take


    photos of the outfit and show them to me!


    Unable to contain her amusement, Ning Ran let out a soft chuckle.


    Lu Jingyuan turned her head. “What''s so funny?”


    “Oh, nothing. I was reminded of something Nan Chen said,” Ning Ran replied.


    “Oh, what was it? You two are so affectionate that youugh whenever you think of him.”


    Ning Ran teased, “Nan Chen was saying something rted to you.”


    “Really? What did he say? Did he criticize my performance at work?” Lu Jingyuan asked, her curiosity


    piqued.


    Ning Ran waved her hand in response. “No, not at all. You''re so exceptional that it''s impossible for you


    to perform poorly. What Nan Chen said was rted to something else.”


    The woman grew even more intrigued. “What could it be, then?”


    “Nan Chen mentioned that once, Nan Xing got drunk and called him, seeking advice on how to deal


    with unrequited love.”


    Lu Jingyuan paused for a moment. “What do you mean?”


    Ning Ran chuckled. “Clearly, he was referring to you. Are you really so oblivious that you didn''t catch


    on?”


    Joining in theughter, Lu Jingyuan said, “No way! He must have been talking about someone else. It


    wasn''t me.”


    “Why not?”


    After pondering for a moment, Lu Jingyuan replied, “I can''t quite put my finger on this, but Nan Xing


    has had numerous girlfriends. I don''t appreciate his flippant attitude toward rtionships. And let''s not


    forget; he once mentioned his intention to pursue me and discard me. Would I really give him the


    satisfaction? He''s deluding himself!”


    Ning Ran let out a sigh. “Nan Xing''s downfall lies in his obsession with maintaining appearances and


    enduring unnecessary suffering. His words were clearly meant in jest. You don''t have to take them to


    heart!”


    “No, I do take them seriously,” Lu Jingyuan said resolutely.


    I need to find a way to help Nan Xing. They seem like a well-matched couple, and I can''t let their


    connection go to waste.


    Just then, the text message from Cheng Xiangyun interrupted Ning Ran''s thoughts.


    Cheng Xiangyun informed Ning Ran that the filming team had already prepared the shooting location.


    Hence, she wanted Ning Ran to avoid going to the office and head straight to the set.


    After reading the message, Ning Ran discreetly sent a text to Nan Xing: Jingyuan will be joining me for


    work today. Do you want toe?


    Nan Xing promptly replied: No.


    Ning Ran was ovee with irritation, witnessing Nan Xing''s unyielding pride.


    However, Nan Xing sent another message in less than two minutes. Tell me the location!


    It was evident that he was trying to maintain his pride earlier.


    Ning Ran replied: If you''re noting, I won''t disclose the location.


    Unexpectedly, Nan Xing transferred ten thousand to her bank ount.


    Ning Ran couldn''t help but chuckle at his ingenious move.


    She replied: Another ten thousand, and I might reconsider.


    Nan Xing immediately transferred another ten thousand.