txolops Chapter 339: Gathering the Great Tang Poet Immortals
Chapter 339: Gathering the Great Tang Poet Immortals
Liu Shishi stood up again, took her wine glass, and walked to Fu Yibai's side.
This time, she moved even closer, her body exuding a faint scent of gardenias mixed with the aroma of red wine, filling the small space between them.
By the third cup, Liu Shishi's face was completely red.
The red wine was quite potent, and combined with the warmth of the private room and her tense mood, a thin layer of sweat appeared on her forehead, a few strands of hair clung to her temples, and her breathing became a little more rapid than before.
Liu Shishi held the wine glass, her body swaying slightly.
Fu Yibai reached out and held her wrist.
Her wrists were slender, her skin warm and smooth, and her pulse throbbed rapidly under his fingertips, as fast as a startled bird.
"Please sit down."
Fu Yibai took the wine glass from her hand and placed it on the table.
Liu Shishi was stunned for a moment, then obediently sat down in the empty seat next to her.
She didn't go back to her own seat, but sat next to Fu Yibai with her head down, her ears as red as burning coals.
Cai Yinong saw all of this, and the smile on her lips was meaningful.
"Director Fu, Shishi is a down-to-earth girl who is also willing to endure hardship."
She's just been unlucky; she hasn't encountered a work that can truly make her famous.
You are the most discerning director in the industry, so I won't say more.
If you think she's alright, keep an eye on her for suitable roles in the future.
Fu Yibai did not respond.
He picked up his glass and took a sip.
As the dinner was drawing to a close, Cai Yinong checked the time and stood up.
"Director Fu, I have some things to attend to at the company, so I have to go ahead."
We had a very pleasant chat today. I'll have someone send the contract to Mr. Zhao tomorrow.
She picked up her bag, walked over to Liu Shishi, and patted her on the shoulder.
"Shishi, please escort Director Fu back to the hotel."
Liu Shishi raised her head, met Cai Yinong's gaze, her lips moved, but in the end she just nodded.
After Cai Yinong left, the atmosphere in the private room was noticeably different.
Liu Shishi sat next to Fu Yibai, twisting the hem of the tablecloth between her fingers.
She tried to say something, but opened her mouth several times without making a sound.
Fu Yibai glanced at her.
"Let's go."
The two walked out of the restaurant.
In November, the night breeze in Shanghai carries the dampness of the river.
The car was already waiting at the door.
The driver of the black minivan stood by the door and immediately opened it when he saw Fu Yibai get out.
Liu Shishi followed Fu Yibai into the car.
The car drove into the night.
The lights of the Bund receded further and further in the rearview mirror, replaced by the towering office buildings and silent residential areas of Pudong New Area.
The streetlights outside the car window swept past one by one, their orange-yellow light flickering in and out of the carriage, illuminating Liu Shishi's face and highlighting her stiff profile.
She remained silent.
Fu Yibai leaned back in his seat without saying a word.
The car came to a stop in front of the hotel.
Fu Yibai got out of the car, and Liu Shishi followed behind him.
Once inside the elevator, the doors slowly closed, leaving only two people in the enclosed space.
Liu Shishi stood next to him, very close.
She lowered her head, her stray hairs obscuring half of her face.
Fu Yibai swiped his room card, pushed open the door, and the suite's lights automatically turned on.
Liu Shishi stood at the door, took a deep breath as if she had made a major decision, and stepped inside.
The door closed gently behind her.
Fu Yibai sat down on the sofa and patted the seat next to him.
"come over."
Liu Shishi hesitated for a moment, then walked over and sat down next to him.
Her body was stiff, her back was straight, and her hands were placed neatly on her knees, like a primary school student waiting for a teacher to scold her.
Fu Yibai leaned back on the sofa.
How old are you this year?
"Twenty-two."
How many movies or TV shows have you acted in?
"Eight parts".
Do you enjoy acting?
Liu Shishi did not answer immediately.
Her hands were clasped together, her fingers intertwined, and her lips were pursed repeatedly.
"like."
Her voice was soft, but her tone was firm.
"Then perform well."
You have good qualities, what you lack is a good role.
Good roles can't be rushed.
For a moment, Liu Shishi's expression showed a blank look.
In her mind, staying tonight was probably for some unspoken mission, and Fu Yibai's reaction was completely unexpected.
She remained silent for a long time before speaking, her voice even softer than before.
"Director Fu, you...you don't want me?"
What do you think?
Liu Shishi's face turned bright red instantly.
She lowered her head, her ears burning red.
Fu Yibai reached out, cupped her chin with his fingers, and gently lifted it up.
Eyes facing each other.
Her eyelashes trembled slightly, her lips were pursed, her breathing was light and rapid, and her chest heaved more and more.
Fu Yibai's fingers slid from her chin to behind her ear, his fingertips caressing the delicate, soft skin at the base of her ear.
Liu Shishi paused for a moment, then closed her eyes.
Fu Yibai leaned down and kissed her lips.
Her lips were soft and warm, with the astringent taste of red wine.
After an unknown amount of time, Liu Shishi finally ran out of breath, turned her head to the side, and gasped for air.
Her face was flushed, her eyes were glistening with tears, her lips were slightly swollen from being kissed, and she curled up in his arms like a cat that had been stroked for a long time, so soft that she had no strength left.
"Should I shower first or you?"
Liu Shishi's voice was as soft as a mosquito's buzz.
"Why not together?"
Liu Shishi didn't say anything, she just lowered her head even further.
Hot water poured down from the showerhead, and steam condensed into a layer of white mist on the glass partition.
Water droplets slid down Liu Shishi's spine, leaving fine streaks on her smooth skin.
The water diluted the smell of alcohol and the fragrance of gardenias, leaving only the most primal touch of the skin.
She was in the water with her eyes closed, water droplets clinging to her eyelashes, her lips slightly parted, and her chest rising and falling with her breath.
"Hmm~"
Liu Shishi was held tightly in Fu Yibai's arms, her arms wrapped around his neck.
"Director Fu..."
"Call me by my name."
Her lips moved, her voice barely audible, like the buzzing of a mosquito.
"Yi Bai..."
From the bathroom to the bedroom, from the wet floors to the soft sheets.
After an unknown amount of time, the room fell silent again.
Liu Shishi curled up beside Fu Yibai, her face buried in the crook of his neck, her body still trembling slightly.
He put his arm around her shoulder, his palm against her bare back, patting it gently, like soothing a cat that had just weathered a storm.
Her breathing gradually calmed down.
The distant sounds of cars outside the window faded into the distance, leaving only the ticking of the wall clock.