You were supposed to have a fake marriage with the diva, so how did you become her father?

Chapter 89 Shen Yuege Comes to Sing a Duet

Actually, these two interviews weren't so obviously targeting Xingyao.

However, online, due to the intentional or unintentional editing and misinterpretation by a large number of self-media authors, it was completely turned into a mockery of Xingyao by the two companies.

After reading it, Xu Manxue frowned slightly: "How could they say that?"

"It's common in this industry," Tan Yu said with a wry smile. "They flatter the powerful and step on the weak. Now that our company is in a weak position, everyone wants to take advantage of us."

Xu Manxue was silent for a moment, then suddenly asked, "Tan Yu, do you believe Teacher Lu?"

Tan Yu was taken aback, then nodded vigorously: "I believe you! I believe Brother Lu!"

"That's enough." Xu Manxue smiled. "What others say doesn't matter."

After a period of transformation, Xu Manxue is extremely confident in her upcoming film, "The Legend of the Condor Heroes".

In addition, the songs Lu Ran wrote for her rekindled her hope for music.

At this moment, Xu Manxue was Lu Ran's most loyal fangirl.

She was willing to believe in Lu Ran unconditionally and forever.

Tan Yu, who was standing next to him, did the same.

...

It was evening at Lu Ran's villa.

After a busy month, Shen Yuege is now enjoying a rare free time. She is currently relaxing on the sofa watching a drama series, specifically the recent Starlight Entertainment production, "Sword's Roar Across the Horizon".

"I must say, the production quality is truly excellent," she objectively commented. "Starlight Entertainment really spared no expense this time."

Lu Ran was cutting fruit in the kitchen, not even turning his head: "Yeah, the investment is definitely substantial. After all, I heard it cost 80 million, so the results can't be bad."

"Aren't you worried?" Shen Yuege turned to look at Lu Ran with a smile. "Right now, the whole internet is saying bad things about you two."

"In a hurry? Why should I be in a hurry?" Lu Ran came out carrying a fruit platter. "You've seen their show too. Besides the excellent production and amazing special effects, give me two more good points."

"The male lead is alright looking," Shen Yuege said with a smile. "Would you consider that a plus?"

"Come on, what kind of eyes do you have? Is that what you call 'okay'? He's a complete sissy," Lu Ran said disdainfully. "He's not even as manly as my brother Chicken, at least he can play basketball."

Shen Yuege covered her mouth and laughed. She was just teasing Lu Ran; she didn't like those weak men at all.

Moreover, that face is... Shen Yuege glanced at Lu Ran.

She's not even half as pretty as Lu Ran, how could she like her?

Without watching any further, Shen Yuege picked up the remote and changed the channel.

This time it's a comedy variety show called "Joyful Night," hosted by Ma Xi. It looks quite interesting.

Lu Ran also sat down on the sofa, almost next to Shen Yuege.

"Actually, our drama has finished filming and post-production is basically done. We're just waiting for the right time to release it."

"When?" Shen Yuege asked curiously.

"tomorrow."

Shen Yuege was taken aback: "Tomorrow? Are you sure? 'Sword's Cry Across the Horizon' and 'Court Intrigue' are currently very popular. If you go on now, aren't you just asking for trouble?"

Lu Ran handed her a piece of apple, saying, "This is exactly the time to serve it."

Why?

"Because..." Lu Ran smiled, "releasing the film when they're at the peak of their popularity will let them know who's really in control!"

Shen Yuege: "..."

Why does this sound a bit cringeworthy, yet somehow kind of cool?

I don't know why, but it feels so inspiring.

Seeing Lu Ran's confident expression, Shen Yuege stopped asking questions.

She believed he would succeed.

At this moment, Shen Yuege suddenly noticed that Lu Ran was acting strangely.

According to her investigation before marriage, Lu Ran was just an ordinary college student, one of her junior classmates.

When did he learn all of these skills—writing songs, singing, writing novels, and writing screenplays?

He's a modern-day Leonardo da Vinci!

Does such a multi-talented person really exist in this world? Especially someone so young!

Shen Yuege kept this question to herself for the time being, and she wanted to find a suitable opportunity to find out more about Lu Ran.

However, she suddenly thought of a question that concerned her.

"By the way, has the theme song been decided yet?" Shen Yuege changed the subject.

"It's settled." Lu Ran felt a little guilty when Shen Yuege asked this question. "Xu Manxue will be singing a duet with a male singer."

"Oh? Which male singer? He wouldn't happen to have the same surname as Lu, would he?" Shen Yuege sensed something was off about Lu Ran's tone.

"Isn't it a coincidence? We really are from the same family." Lu Ran scratched his head awkwardly.

"That wouldn't also be named Ran, would it?" Shen Yuege stared at Lu Ran and asked with a mischievous smile.

"Ahem, things in this world are sometimes just so coincidental. You know, I'm not the only one in our company named Lu Ran." By this time, Lu Ran's feet were practically digging out a basement from his sore skin.

Although he and Shen Yuege didn't have any real relationship, when Shen Yuege asked him this question, he felt like he was being caught cheating by his wife.

"Lu Ran, do you think I'm a pig?" Shen Yuege said irritably. "Is it that old man named Lu Ran again this time?"

"Haha, the moon is so round and bright tonight." Lu Ran knew he couldn't hide it anymore, so he could only try to change the subject.

"..." Shen Yuege was speechless at his clumsy acting: "It's the first day of the lunar month, where did the moon come from?"

"Oh, really?" Lu Ran suddenly realized, "So it's because the streetlights outside are so round and so bright."

"Alright, stop joking." Shen Yuege was amused by him. "It's you, so it's you. I'm not going to eat you."

"Besides, is it beneath you to sing a duet with Andy Lau?"

Lu Ran shook his head.

"I don't feel wronged, but I always feel like I'm cheating on someone when I sing a duet with them. I can't quite get over it psychologically," Lu Ran explained helplessly. "But the company really can't find a male vocalist who's suitable for this song."

"If it weren't for Director Chen Ke's persistent pleas, and my reluctance to ruin such a good song, I wouldn't have agreed."

Lu Ran looked righteous and indignant.

"What song is so important? Let me hear it."

After Shen Yuege started singing, Lu Ran took out his phone and played a clip of the two singing together.

The prelude is the desolate sound of the morin khuur (horsehead fiddle), followed by Xu Manxue's slightly hoarse voice:

"A vague dream seems to have occurred before, stirring up waves in my heart..."

Shen Yuege was a little stunned after hearing this.

She finally understood why Lu Ran valued this song so much.

Shen Yuege dares to say that among all of Lu Ran's works, this song must be in the top three, or even the best one.

Even Shen Yuege couldn't help but hum along after listening to it twice.

Lu Ran, who had initially felt a little guilty, couldn't help but brighten up when he heard Shen Yuege humming.

Shen Yuege can also speak Cantonese, and she is more outstanding than Liu Siqi in terms of emotions.

Then a bold idea popped into his mind.

Let Shen Yuege sing this song with him.

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