"You want to secure investment, but it comes with a price," Jack said, looking at Zhao Xiuning. "Whether this drama becomes a hit or makes money isn't something a simple script can guarantee."
Zhao Xiuning bit her lip, her mind torn. Looking at Jack's handsome face, her heart fluttered. Eventually, she made a decision.
Rather than being forced into something by people she despised, why not let herself be with someone she liked?
"I'll go to the bathroom for a moment," she said, quickly rushing towards the bathroom.
Jack stared at Zhao Xiuning, who was hurrying towards the bathroom, slightly dazed. Could it be that this girl urgently needed to pee? Thinking this, Jack patiently waited.
Suddenly, the sound of running water echoed from the bathroom. Jack turned and stared, dumbfounded. Through the glass, he could see a blurry silhouette, with water from the shower flowing down her beautiful hair to her feet. Jack felt his mouth go dry.
He quickly turned away and switched on the TV to calm himself down. This girl certainly had issues. First meeting, and she's in the shower? Even if she was dirty, she should have waited until she got home.
Jack tried to focus on the TV, but the image from the bathroom kept replaying in his mind.
A moment later, Zhao Xiuning stepped out, wrapped in a towel, her eyes slightly red, as though she had been crying. She looked utterly vulnerable.
Zhao Xiuning stood before Jack, then suddenly unwrapped the towel and stood there completely naked. Jack froze, swallowing hard. He realized that the girl must have misunderstood something.
Jack stood up quickly and wrapped the towel around her body. With a bitter smile, he said, "Miss Zhao, I think you've misunderstood me."
Before she could reply, he continued, "What I meant was, I want you to sign a contract with me—a profit-sharing deal for about ten years."
Zhao Xiuning, upon hearing Jack's words, felt the blood drain from her face. She had misunderstood, creating a huge mix-up.
Jack, sensing the awkwardness, tried to ease the tension. "How much investment do you need for this drama?"
As soon as Zhao Xiuning heard the word "investment," she threw aside everything else and quickly replied, "Around fifty million."
She couldn't help but sigh inwardly. For the past few days, she'd been running around looking for investors, but no one had even been willing to put in a hundred thousand. Today, she had decided to sacrifice herself, but it seemed Jack didn't mean what she thought.
She stole a glance at Jack, silently resigned. It seemed like her investment hopes were going down the drain. Who would invest in a sixth-tier star like her? She was about to get dressed and leave.
"Give me your bank account number," Jack said at that moment.
"Uh?"
Zhao Xiuning froze when Jack suddenly spoke.
"Your account number, give it to me. How else can I send you the money?"
Jack looked at the still stunned Zhao Xiuning.
The sudden good fortune made her unable to react. She hurriedly told him her bank account number.
"Ding dong." Zhao Xiuning's phone beeped with a message.
She picked up the phone and froze.
How much was this? Am I dreaming?
Five hundred million. A full five hundred million.
The happiness came so suddenly that she couldn't help but tear up.
Jack saw her tears and quickly stood up, grabbing a tissue and moving towards her.
Zhao Xiuning didn't take the tissue but instead lifted her head and gently unwrapped the towel, letting it fall. She walked up to Jack, cupped his face with both hands, and kissed him.
Jack's desire was completely ignited. He held her slim waist with both hands, greedily returning her kiss...
An hour later, Jack walked to the window, gently opening it to let the thick air inside dissipate.
He looked at Zhao Xiuning, curled up on the bed like a little kitten, and smiled.
"Regret it?" he asked.
Zhao Xiuning shook her head, gazing at Jack. She realized this man was truly captivating. She was exhausted now, without any energy left.
"I've already ordered food. You'll eat something when you wake up," Jack said as he gently stroked her back.
"But I'm too tired," Zhao Xiuning replied weakly.
"Well, then I'll feed you," Jack said with a mischievous smile.
Seeing Jack's expression, Zhao Xiuning knew he was probably thinking something naughty and quickly added, "I don't want that."
Just then, the doorbell rang—the food had arrived.
Jack helped Zhao Xiuning up, though she didn't want him to, she had no strength left.
Jack assisted her, and as he did, he couldn't help but touch her body, causing her to roll her eyes in annoyance.
Perhaps it was because Zhao Xiuning often practiced dance, but her body was extremely flexible, and Jack found himself unable to resist touching her.
After they finished eating, Zhao Xiuning lay down on the bed to sleep.
Jack stood by the window, watching the sunlight start to fade.
At that moment, his phone rang. The caller ID showed that it was FairyRong.
Jack smiled as he remembered his persistent little girlfriend.
"FairyRong, missing me already?"
On the other end of the line, FairyRong blushed at his directness.
"Mm," she said softly. If Jack hadn't had good hearing, he might have thought it was just the sound of a mosquito.
"Hahaha," Jack laughed, picturing FairyRong's expression.
"You're so mean, laughing at me!" FairyRong scolded him playfully.
Jack stopped teasing her and asked, "No classes this afternoon?"
"I don't have classes anymore. I'm going to do a live stream and sing for a while. I wanted to let you know. Do you have time?" she asked cautiously, hoping Jack would cheer her on so she could perform better in front of him.
"Of course, I'm logging into Doujing Live right now to support you," Jack said, patting his chest. He hung up after.
FairyRong smiled brightly when she heard Jack would support her.
As soon as she entered the live stream, she greeted her audience. But then, suddenly, the screen went black. A golden light appeared in the distance, growing closer. Nine golden dragons danced in the sky, followed by a luxury war chariot. On top of the chariot stood a figure, wearing a golden crown and resplendent armor, exuding a majestic aura.
Behind him, a banner appeared, reading: "Welcome Emperor [Jack Yagebus] to the livestream of [FairyRong is a Little Fairy]."