Translated by Serena Love

TLCed by Pure

Edited by Azure

Chapter 16: Let Me Try

Regardless of whether they were actors or behind-the-scenes crew, people rushed to Tang Qiaoqiao's side and lined up, while only a handful of people remained by Master Fan's side, paying him compliments out of obligation. The supporting actress, initially hoping to use this opportunity to drive Tang Qiao Qiao away, was now seething with frustration at the unfolding scene.

Both the producer and director savored their bowls of food with evident satisfaction. After finishing, they felt invigorated, brimming with energy to tackle several more overnight shoots without any issue.

The producer was full of praise, "Little Tang, I really didn't expect your cooking skills to be so good. It almost seems like a waste for you to be an actress.”

"Thank you, you’re too kind." Tang Qiaoqiao was very humble, but the corners of her mouth couldn't help but raise.

The director ate a bowl and wanted seconds, but Tang Qiaoqiao strictly refused with the rule of a bowl per person.

"Okay, fair and just. Little Tang,  I suddenly think your role could be expanded a bit more, adding greater depth to your character. What do you think?”

Tang Qiaoqiao saw right through the director's intentions. “Are you trying to give me more scenes, or are you keeping me here to continue cooking?”

The director laughed happily. It was the first time he had eaten such delicious braised pork rice. Wouldn't it be a shame for Tang Qiaoqiao to leave after filming today?

"Seriously, after I filmed your first few scenes, I found that you do have a talent for acting. It would be a waste just letting you leave with only a few cameo appearances."

For a new actor, it was naturally desirable to have more scenes. Tang Qiaoqiao didn't refuse but said, "It's okay, but as planned, I will go home once I finish the filming today. I can’t handle staying overnight today."

"Why, is there something else at home?"

"There's a cat at home. I must go back and feed him. If I don't feed him, he won't eat and starve himself to death." Tang Qiaoqiao straightforwardly used Shen Yue as an excuse without even blushing.

"Your cat is quite pampered."

"Very pampered." Shen Yue's pickiness was not comparable to ordinary people.

Director: "Okay, I'll let the assistant send you the adjusted notice."

Tang Qiaoqiao's braised pork rice was quickly robbed, and she walked to Master Fan. "It's time for you to honor your bet."

Master Fan said stiffly, "I'm not convinced. They are just used to my cooking. They only prefer yours because of novelty."

Tang Qiaoqiao looked at him. Almost two-thirds of his braised pork was still sitting in the pot. She smiled sarcastically. "You not only have a loud voice, but also have no shame."

The people next to them all booed at this moment. "If you can't pay the bill, don't gamble."

The producer had a headache for this relative. He usually pretended to be ignorant of Chef Fan’s antics, but it was really shameful today. He calmed down, and scolded Master Fan to quickly apologize, so the matter would be settled.

Master Fan held back for a while, gritted his teeth, and said, "You win this time."

Tang Qiaoqiao: "What I want is an apology."

The producer pushed Master Fan again, and Master Fan snorted with anger. He turned his head to the side and said three words stiffly, "I am sorry."

"It's not over yet. Reimburse the crew for the very cheap chicken you bought." As long as you thought about it, finding where the money went was quite easy.

"Yes, take it out. What kind of meat do you usually buy for us? Are you greedy for money?" For the crew members on the scene, this was the most important point.

Master Fan pointed at Tang Qiaoqiao and shuddered. "Don't be too much. It has nothing to do with you."

Tang Qiaoqiao smiled slightly, stepped back, and gave her position to the excited staff members.

The staff immediately surrounded Master Fan and the producer, asking them to give an explanation. They had stayed with the crew for a few months, but the crew gave them poor-quality meat, and the other ingredients may have similar deficiencies. It doesn't matter if they don't know, but it is a big deal once they know.

At the same time, this matter was also on the hot search. The netizens flooded into the official Weibo of the crew and asked them to deal with Master Fan.

Because not only did the staff eat the food. Many actors also ate the food cooked by the crew's chef. Fans, being the most empathetic group, couldn't help but feel concerned. The mere thought of their beloved idols possibly eating something unsavory made their hearts ache.

The producer, overwhelmed and exasperated, rushed to calm the crew while also dealing with the fallout from Master Fan's actions, which was infuriating.

At this point, he could no longer pretend to be deaf and dumb. The production team quickly released a statement announcing Master Fan's dismissal and promised to overhaul the catering for the crew.

However, the situation didn't settle down there. News emerged that the chef had been accepting kickbacks, prompting staff from other productions to come forward with similar accusations. Such incidents were not uncommon, affecting not just kitchens but also props, costumes, and other areas, revealing a multitude of dark secrets, including some from well-known productions. Netizens were thoroughly entertained by the unfolding drama.

As a result, Tang Qiaoqiao found herself jokingly dubbed the “First Person to Combat Corruption in the Industry of the Year” by online commenters.

Tang Qiaoqiao: '...It feels like the cute and charming personality set I want is off track again.'

'Why did it become like this?'

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After Tang Qiaoqiao filmed two scenes in the crew of "The Evil Demon Lord's Three Generations of Love, " the capital rained heavily for two days.

After the rain and the sky cleared, Tang Qiaoqiao rushed to the back garden. By this time, the spinach, cabbage, and lettuce in the vegetable field had grown lush and green.

These types of vegetables were originally growing the fastest, usually within ten to fifteen days from seed to harvest. Now with her spiritual blessings, they grew even faster.

The vegetable leaves were plump and juicy, with crystal water drops hanging on their leaves. A breeze blew by. The water drops swayed gently, rolled down the leaves, and fell into the soil.

Other peppers, eggplants, carrots, beans, etc., also began to sprout or climb vines.

Tang Qiaoqiao looked at the vibrant vegetable garden with the satisfaction of an old farmer.

Shen Yue had a disbelieving expression. Her vegetables could actually grow!

"How come it grows so fast? Did you use some ripening chemicals?"

Tang Qiaoqiao was angry. "They are definitely pure, natural, and pollution-free organic vegetables, without using any fertilizer or pesticide. Let's talk about it. Have I ever used chemicals? You look at me upstairs every day, aren’t you aware?"

"Who looks at you every day ." Shen Yue refused to admit it.

"Well, you didn't look at me. You only looked at the glass, right?" 'Will you die if you are not so arrogant?'

Shen Yue: ...

Tang Qiaoqiao went to the vegetable garden and picked a handful of spinach, cabbage, and lettuce. At noon, she made spinach and pig liver soup and stewed tofu mixed with lettuce and cabbage.

"Master Shen, today's meal is a conditioning meal specially prepared for you." Tang Qiaoqiao said with joy.

Shen Yue's expression was complicated. "This is the diet therapy you are suggesting? I have never heard of a diet therapy involving eating a bunch of cabbage." Even if there was no ginseng, it should include at least some at least some angelica root.

"Well, this is my exclusive treatment. There is only one in the world. This old woman will not deceive you."

'I can’t believe I actually believed her!'

After all, it was just some leafy greens; they wouldn’t kill him. Shen Yue picked up a bite of the bok choy with some skepticism. He closed his eyes to savor it. It was tender and sweet, with a refreshing taste. The spinach and lettuce had their own unique fragrance, and after one bite, he found himself unable to stop.

He had expected such ordinary vegetables to be bland and tasteless, yet the freshness lingered on his palate. Oddly enough, he felt a warm current flowing through his five meridians and eight channels.

Without saying a word, Shen Yue devoured two large bowls of rice.

Tang Qiaoqiao propped her chin on her hand, watching him with her eyes crescent-shaped with delight.

Feeling uncomfortable, Shen Yue turned his face away.

After eating, Tang Qiaoqiao was excited and geared up.

“Next, let me see your leg.” Traditional Chinese medicine emphasizes warming and unblocking the meridians to invigorate blood flow. She intended to address both internal and external issues simultaneously.

Shen Yue flatly refused, “No way.” His leg had become a taboo that no one could touch—not even a doctor.

Tang Qiaoqiao: "Didn't you say last time that you would let me treat you with diet therapy and acupuncture?"

“I never agreed; you just assumed that.” Having eaten his fill, Shen Yue turned his wheelchair, attempting to retreat to his room.

Tang Qiaoqiao stepped in front of him, her gaze intense. "You are afraid, aren’t you?"

Shen Yue: "I'm afraid? What a joke."

"Then let me see. You evade the doctor and won't let me treat you. You are just a coward." Tang Qiaoqiao provoked him.

Shen Yue's lips pressed tightly.

"Anyway, you have already faced the worst-case scenario. It won't be worse than it is now."

Tang Qiaoqiao slowly squatted down in front of him, looked up at him, and said softly, "You believe me, let me try it."

'Believe her?'

What kind of person was she? She was just a woman whom he had married for less than two months. She was just used for Chongxi.

There were no feelings between them at all. Why does she want to help him?

Shen Yue had a lot of words in his heart to question her, but when he saw the woman squatting in front of him with no trace of impurities in her clear eyes...

He suddenly didn't know what to do.

Shen Yue didn't speak for a while. Tang Qiaoqiao only treated this as his acquiescence.

She slowly rolled up his trouser legs. His calves were very slender. They were pale and thin with no exercise and no sunlight for a long time, and blue veins were faintly visible.

There was a scar on the inner side of the right leg, a mark left from a car accident.

The scar is so long and hideous, she could imagine the tragic car accident at that time.

Tang Qiaoqiao's fingertips touched the scar lightly. "Does it hurt?"

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