After Transmigrating as an Alpha, I Paired with the Arrogant Movie Queen and Became a Viral Sensation [GL] - Chapter 9

Ji Mian asked, “The scenes in City A aren’t finished yet.”

Director Gu replied, “We’re going to Dashan Village in City C to film on location. Many production teams film there, and we finally managed to book a time slot, so we can’t waste it.”

Dashan Village was a famous rural tourist area. Because of its beautiful scenery and strong local flavor, particularly the vast fields of blooming rapeseed flowers in spring, it was highly favored by major production teams. Famous dramas from previous years, such as the hit Rural Love Trilogy, The Woman Who Returned to the Village, and the high-rating saga of rural women’s struggles, Tears of the Country Women, were all filmed there. Consequently, the number of tourists had increased sharply over the years, forcing production teams to rent out the locations, and due to limited funding, filming schedules had to be shortened.

Although Ji Mian had never been there, she had heard the scenery was excellent and was secretly pleased. She quickly returned to the hotel to pack her luggage and had Mo Yuan move it downstairs.

There was a knock on the door. Ji Mian assumed it was Mo Yuan and muttered, “Coming, coming, don’t rush!”

Instead, it was Xu Zhixia, who said with a smile, “Will the crew arrange a bus to take you all?”

As a Movie Queen, Xu Zhixia naturally had a private car arranged.

Ji Mian, however, was just a new actress, her assistant was temporary, let alone having a private car.

“Yes, they are.”

“Why don’t you ride in my car? It’s more comfortable.” Xu Zhixia invited her with a continuous smile.

The former Ji Mian might have refused. But the current Ji Mian really wanted to enjoy the experience of riding in a Rolls-Royce, so she readily accepted. After all, her assistant would be there, so even if the paparazzi took photos, people online wouldn’t say much.

Xu Zhixia was very happy, showing off her pearly white teeth.

“Did Fang Ruoya visit you on set last night?”

Ji Mian nodded, “Yes.”

“What did you talk about?”

Ji Mian frowned, “Big Sister, the content of our conversation is probably private. Isn’t it impolite to ask that?”

“Big Sister? You called me Big Sister again!” Xu Zhixia initially wanted to put her hands on her hips to scold her, but her eyes rolled, and she put her hands down instead.

Xu Zhixia hooked her long hair with her pinky finger, her eyes carrying a subtle hint of seduction. She smiled and said, “I haven’t seen her in a long time. Where is she now? I’ll treat you both to dinner.”

Ji Mian was startled, and her body suddenly felt cold. She couldn’t guess what Xu Zhixia was plotting. Because the crew had to transport equipment and set up the scenes there, the actors wouldn’t officially leave for Dashan Village until tomorrow. Therefore, Ji Mian and Xu Zhixia had the day free.

Whether she agreed or not didn’t matter; she had to ask Fang Ruoya.

Fang Ruoya was still at the same hotel. Lan Ziqing had returned home because she had an engagement today. Fang Ruoya immediately put on her disposable slippers and came over when she heard Xu Zhixia was treating them.

“What?! Xu Zhixia is treating us to dinner?” Fang Ruoya found it completely unbelievable. It wasn’t that Xu Zhixia was stingy, but she rarely ate with them. Eating at the same table was usually only necessary when the whole group was attending a variety show or during a group reality show. The fact that she was actively inviting them felt extremely strange.

Ji Mian nodded. Based on the original host’s memory, the times Xu Zhixia ate with them could be counted on one hand.

Fang Ruoya crossed her arms and raised an eyebrow, “Of course, I’m willing. I want to see what kind of trick she’s up to.”

Ji Mian: “…” This girl is addicted to drama. What is she thinking, hosting a ‘Hongmen Banquet’?

In the evening, Xu Zhixia specifically chose a very high-end Western restaurant. Usually, paparazzi and fans couldn’t sneak photos there.

Ji Mian and Fang Ruoya rushed over. The beauty of these two women was comparable, each with their own style, but next to Xu Zhixia, they were slightly overshadowed, as Xu Zhixia had initially become famous purely for her visuals.

Fang Ruoya took off her coat, revealing a pure white dress underneath, looking fresh and refined. Ji Mian was only wearing a camel-colored suit, a very casual style, but on her, it somehow carried the air of an aristocratic young lady.

Xu Zhixia, wearing a black suit, instantly brightened when she saw Ji Mian’s attire.

Xu Zhixia took a sip of red wine and said vaguely, “Mian Mian is also wearing a suit, it matches my outfit quite well.”

Ji Mian: “…” Why did she say that? Is she hinting at something?

Fang Ruoya: “…” Why did she say that? Is it a requirement to wear a suit to this restaurant?

“Thank you for the invitation, Zhixia,” Fang Ruoya deliberately emphasized the name. “I rarely come to such a high-class restaurant.”

Wow… such a sarcastic tone. Ji Mian wiped her sweat. Fang Ruoya and Xu Zhixia had the most explosive tempers in the group. From the talent show to the group’s disbandment, the times they spoke to each other could be counted on ten fingers.

She recalled Fang Ruoya once telling her that she really hated pretentious, superior rich girls. Therefore, when the original Ji Mian was tasked by the company to push the CP with Xu Zhixia, Fang Ruoya didn’t speak to her for several months.

“Then you should thank me.”

Xu Zhixia naturally disliked socializing and spoke her mind directly. She had a reason for inviting Fang Ruoya, otherwise, she would have only invited Ji Mian.

Two sticks of dynamite about to explode. This is deadly… Ji Mian quickly looked down at the menu.

“Zhixia, do you have any dish recommendations?” Ji Mian asked.

Xu Zhixia’s eyes sparkled, and she smiled softly, “Mian Mian, just order whatever you like.”

Mian Mian… Ji Mian twitched her mouth. Is her brain broken too?

“Then we won’t be shy.” Fang Ruoya snatched the menu, looked at it for a long time, and then asked Ji Mian: “What’s an Italian Roasted Chicken Pizza with Fruit?”

Ji Mian rubbed her forehead, “It’s like a chicken pizza with some fruit on top.”

Fang Ruoya nodded and asked Ji Mian to order for her.

Ji Mian ordered two salads, two portions of Beef Wellington, and two glasses of orange juice. She handed the menu back to Xu Zhixia. Xu Zhixia saw the items circled in pairs and smiled, “Mian Mian is ordering for me? I love orange juice too.” It smells exactly like your pheromones.

Ji Mian explained, “Oh, those are for me and Ruoya.”

Xu Zhixia quickly glanced at Fang Ruoya, whose smile looked like a provocation. Xu Zhixia said through gritted teeth, “Then I’ll order the same things as you.”

Fang Ruoya burst into laughter when she saw Xu Zhixia’s expression, drawing a cold stare from Xu Zhixia. Xu Zhixia’s eyes were filled with ruthless intensity, like a savage beast ready to tear apart the timid girl.

Fang Ruoya suddenly shuddered, “I need to go to the bathroom first.”

“I need to go to the bathroom too.” Xu Zhixia dropped the phrase and disappeared with Fang Ruoya from Ji Mian’s sight.

Ji Mian said in confusion, “Do these two never go to the bathroom before leaving the house?”

Fang Ruoya only wanted to touch up her lipstick, so she was meticulously applying makeup in front of the mirror.

However, she saw Xu Zhixia approach her out of the corner of her eye, arms crossed, and not going into a stall.

She turned around confusedly, “Washing your hands?” She looked at the counter next to her, where several sinks were available.

Xu Zhixia slowly walked beside her, rubbing her pale, slender hands together with hand soap until a lot of foam appeared. Her hand color matched the whiteness of Fang Ruoya’s.

“Ruoya, you deliberately came to see Mian Mian when I wasn’t around, didn’t you?” Xu Zhixia said vaguely.

Fang Ruoya was surprised, clearly not understanding why she said that.

“No, I only knew you weren’t here when I asked Mian Mian.”

Xu Zhixia smiled faintly, her eyes clearly showing disbelief.

“Did Mian Mian mention me to you?”

Fang Ruoya paused, remembering that she was the one who kept bringing up Xu Zhixia last night.

She shook her head.

Xu Zhixia seemed relieved, the tension in her face relaxing.

“Then did you two mention me?”

Fang Ruoya: ?? She knew Xu Zhixia was bad at social etiquette and didn’t mince words, which could also be due to her very direct personality, but saying this was too blunt.

Fang Ruoya was also not a timid person, so she admitted frankly, “Yes, I brought you up.”

“I knew it!” Xu Zhixia suddenly gnashed her teeth spitefully, “You were insulting me in front of Mian Mian, weren’t you?”

“Insult you?” Fang Ruoya chuckled. “I only said complimentary things about you. If you don’t believe me, go ask Mian Mian.”

Xu Zhixia was skeptical at first, but she became a little convinced after hearing the final sentence, “go ask Mian Mian.”

She lowered her head and said sulkily, “Why would you compliment me for no reason?”

Fang Ruoya scoffed. She certainly wasn’t going to say she was envious of her. She changed the subject, “I had just finished talking, and then your fans started attacking Mian Mian. You should control your fans instead of blaming me for talking trash.” Although Xu Zhixia had already gone online to educate her fans, Fang Ruoya still felt uncomfortable.

Xu Zhixia was stunned, and she blurted out the question she really wanted to ask: “Who was the other person?”

“Ziqing,” Fang Ruoya said, emphasizing the name to make sure she remembered Lan Ziqing. “Lan Ziqing, the group’s lead vocalist.”

“Oh, oh!” Xu Zhixia nodded, her heart blooming like fireworks. So, I overthought it! I thought Fang Ruoya was bringing a beautiful Omega to introduce to Ji Mian.

Happily, she lightly hugged Fang Ruoya for a moment, then said coldly, “But I advise you not to introduce any Betas or Omegas to her.”

Hearing the “don’t provoke me” tone, Fang Ruoya looked at her, narrowed her eyes, and asked, “What do you mean?”

Xu Zhixia laughed softly, “Because I don’t want any Omegas around Ji Mian.” With that, she walked away.

Fang Ruoya found it odd, watching Xu Zhixia’s seemingly dispirited but actually overjoyed steps. She thought Xu Zhixia must have lost her mind, pouted, and continued to apply her lipstick.

Just then, a Beta woman walked over, stared at her, and gasped in surprise, covering her mouth, then laughed loudly: “You… are you that Ji Mian?”

“What kind of eyesight do you have?” Fang Ruoya felt like crying.

“Then you must be Xu Zhixia, right?”

Fang Ruoya: “…”

“Where’s Ruoya?” Ji Mian asked when she saw Xu Zhixia return alone.

“She’s still stuck in the hole,” Xu Zhixia replied casually.

By then, the dishes were neatly arranged on the table.

Ji Mian cut a piece of steak and glanced sideways at Xu Zhixia’s smile.

What happened that made her smile so wildly after using the restroom?

“Mian Mian,” Xu Zhixia said lightly, “Most of my fans are just ignorant kids; please don’t mind them.”

Ji Mian didn’t mind at all. What celebrity wasn’t criticized? When she was a singer, she had many haters battling on Weibo, and their language was much more vile than now.

“Of course, I don’t mind,” Ji Mian replied with a smile.

Xu Zhixia propped her chin on her hand, watching Ji Mian eat. She felt Ji Mian’s actions were the most beautiful sight in the world and couldn’t help but laugh out loud.

Ji Mian felt a burning gaze fixed on her. Her fingers paused, and she thought uneasily, Don’t keep staring at me.

Author’s Note:

Xu Zhixia is truly a “straight” girl; she knows she has fallen in love with Mian Mian.

Compared to Mian Mian, alas, that worrywart child.