Chapter 1531: A Big Pig's Trotter!

When people are young, they all hope that life will be a matter of music, chess, calligraphy, painting, poetry, and wine, but in the end, they still cannot escape the daily grind of rice, oil, salt, sauce, vinegar, and tea.

There is always a gap between dreams and reality, and a very large one at that.

Tong Xiaoya once dreamed of meeting a Prince Charming, but now she had to admit that even if she met a prince, she might not necessarily be able to truly get close to him.

By a twist of fate, she had become involved with Tan Kaixuan, but now Tong Xiaoya knew that she couldn't let Tan Kaixuan get dragged into some kind of trouble because of her.

"Um, I'm not very hungry."

Tong Xiaoya smiled at Tan Kaixuan. "Are you doing business here in the capital?"

She could tell that Tan Kaixuan's background was definitely not simple, given that he could put on such a big show and was a close friend of Zhao Fusheng, who had deliberately cultivated a relationship with her teacher.

But even so, Tong Xiaoya felt that she shouldn't cause him trouble.

She knew it was foolish to do so, but she stubbornly believed that this was the right thing to do.

"Yeah, a few projects." Tan Kaixuan nodded and said to Tong Xiaoya, "If you're a sophomore this year, do you plan to become an actress after graduation?"

"Yes, but it's not certain."

Tong Xiaoya thought for a moment and said, "Maybe I'll go back to my hometown after graduation."

She had originally wanted to say she would become an actress, but thinking of what had happened before, she changed her answer.

"I see..."

Tan Kaixuan nodded and said nothing more.

He didn't know what was wrong with him, but inexplicably, he was always at a loss for words in front of Tong Xiaoya.

He wasn't like this when he was in the United States.

Even when facing those Hollywood actresses, he could make them laugh heartily and then get them into his bed.

But now, he was actually shy!

Tan Kaixuan now felt that he seemed to be sick.

And seriously ill at that!

After chatting for a while, Tong Xiaoya seemed to sense Tan Kaixuan's awkwardness and took the initiative to say that she still had classes and needed to go back to school.

Watching Tong Xiaoya leave, Tan Kaixuan felt a strange feeling in his heart.

He didn't know that Tong Xiaoya had been standing at the school gate, watching him get into the car and leave.

Watching Tan Kaixuan drive away, Tong Xiaoya let out a long breath.

Perhaps this was the best outcome for both of them.

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After leaving the Central Academy of Drama, Tan Kaixuan didn't return to his residence in the capital but went straight to Zhao Fusheng's home.

Zhao Fusheng didn't seem surprised by his arrival.

"You called me over for something?"

Tan Kaixuan asked Zhao Fusheng.

The reason he came was that while he was chatting with Tong Xiaoya, Zhao Fusheng had sent him a text message.

"Yeah, something came up." Zhao Fusheng didn't beat around the bush and said directly to Tan Kaixuan, "When Baobao and Zheng Yao first met Tong Xiaoya, there was some unpleasantness. At first, no one paid attention, but later Zheng Yao realized that Tong Xiaoya's attitude seemed a bit strange."

"What do you mean?" Tan Kaixuan frowned, puzzled.

Zhao Fusheng shrugged and explained the situation.

At the time, Zheng Yao and the others hadn't noticed at first, but later, upon reflection, they realized that Tong Xiaoya and her roommate's reactions were a bit too strong.

Zheng Yao and Dong Chenxi were both seasoned in the business world, having encountered all kinds of people. To put it bluntly, Tong Xiaoya's little thoughts couldn't be hidden from them if they thought about it carefully.

On the way back, the few of them thought it over and sensed that Tong Xiaoya's state at the time was completely off!

Even though it was their first meeting, the hostility she showed was a bit too high. At that time, although Zheng Yao and the others had put on quite a show, in fact, they had been very polite to Tong Xiaoya from start to finish.

Under such circumstances, Tong Xiaoya's strong hostility was not a normal reaction.

So Zheng Yao simply called Zhao Fusheng, explained the situation, and finally said, "I always feel that girl seems to be hiding something from us."

Zhao Fusheng fully agreed with Zheng Yao's judgment.

Although he hadn't been there, he knew very well that if it weren't really the case, Zheng Yao wouldn't have specifically called to tell him.

So, after hanging up, Zhao Fusheng sent a text to Tan Kaixuan, asking him to meet.

"You mean she's in trouble now?"

After listening to Zhao Fusheng, Tan Kaixuan thought for a moment before speaking slowly.

Zhao Fusheng nodded: "That's probably it. I also asked Baobao about the situation. Tong Xiaoya's reaction was very strange, especially compared to her later attitude, which made it even more peculiar."

With their experience, they could naturally tell that there was something fishy about this.

"Have someone look into it." Tan Kaixuan didn't hesitate and blurted out.

"Look into who?"

Zhao Fusheng said to Tan Kaixuan with a half-smile.

"Of course... Damn!"

Old Tan immediately realized and looked at Zhao Fusheng speechlessly: "Do you have to be so despicable!"

Zhao Fusheng shrugged: "You said it yourself, I didn't force you."

Tan Kaixuan glared at him: "Are you going to look into it or not?"

"I will, I've already asked someone to look into it." Zhao Fusheng was helpless against this rogue's shamelessness and explained, "I had Old Ye arrange for a thorough investigation. I think there will be news from their school."

Tan Kaixuan nodded: "Let me know as soon as you have news."

Then he frowned: "Do you have her phone number?"

"Phone number?"

Zhao Fusheng was taken aback, then looked at Fan Baobao: "Do you have it?"

"Yes."

Fan Baobao grinned, blinked, and said to Tan Kaixuan, "What, you don't?"

Tan Kaixuan was a bit embarrassed: "Didn't have time to ask."

"Haha, you can be so shy sometimes." Fan Baobao teased him, then said to Tan Kaixuan, "After I give birth, you have to arrange a trip for me!"

Knowing she was 'blackmailing' him, Tan Kaixuan helplessly nodded: "Alright, alright, whether domestic or abroad, you can go wherever you want, take your kid with you, okay?"

Only then did Fan Baobao smile contentedly: "I'll send the phone number to your phone later."

They naturally had each other's private numbers.

"But seriously, what is it about?" Tan Kaixuan turned to Zhao Fusheng again, puzzled. "You said her temperament doesn't seem like someone who would stir up trouble."

Zhao Fusheng smiled: "I wouldn't know that, but my intuition tells me that losing that role of hers is probably related to this matter."

"Role?"

Tan Kaixuan was startled, then remembered that during their chat, Tong Xiaoya had mentioned she had a role in Er Xiaobao's movie 'New Endless Love,' but she said it had been replaced.

At the time, Tan Kaixuan had found it strange that such a thing could happen. Now it seemed there was more to it.

Could it be that someone had secretly pulled strings behind the scenes?

Thinking of this, Tan Kaixuan looked at Zhao Fusheng: "Should I ask Ye Jing for help?"

Zhao Fusheng nodded: "Of course. With his network, he'll probably give you an answer soon."

Tan Kaixuan didn't waste words. He picked up his phone and dialed Ye Jing's number, explained the situation, and then arranged to meet him directly, heading over immediately.

Watching his back, Zhao Fusheng turned to Fan Baobao: "Is he falling in love?"

Fan Baobao burst out laughing: "You men..."

"What?" Zhao Fusheng was puzzled.

Fan Baobao shrugged: "Nothing, just that your mouth says no, but your body is honest..."

This sudden car joke left Zhao Fusheng speechless.