Chapter 134: Gu Qichen Becomes a Body Double
Everyone turned toward the source of the sound. Gu Qichen stood coldly at the door, his icy demeanor lowering the room's temperature several degrees. Perplexity filled the room. Wasn't Mr. Gu exceptionally busy? Why did he always find time to observe the drama group's shooting, especially when this scene didn't involve Shen Manbing? Shen Manbing was present, watching like everyone else, though the scene didn't involve her.
Shen Manbing's face paled slightly upon seeing Gu Qichen. She hadn't expected him to appear. Under everyone's gaze, Gu Qichen approached Xia Yangyang and coldly stated, "No intimate scenes. Use a stand-in."
The room fell silent. Shock registered on everyone's faces. Mr. Gu was forbidding Xia Yangyang from filming intimate scenes? This was significant news. Why wouldn't Mr. Gu allow it, and what was their relationship? Moreover, the renowned Shen Manbing was present. Mr. Gu dared to prevent another woman from filming intimate scenes in front of Shen Manbing, completely disregarding her feelings. All eyes fell on Shen Manbing, who, predictably, looked displeased.
Xia Yangyang felt embarrassed. Had Gu Qichen lost his mind? Was he not concerned about the potential misunderstandings of his actions? Chen Yu, standing beside Xia Yangyang, voiced everyone's question: "Mr. Gu, isn't this excessive? What relationship do you have with Yangyang that grants you control over her scenes?"
Gu Qichen gave Chen Yu a cold look: "You know very well what our relationship is. And Mr. Chen, before attempting to steal someone's girlfriend, consider your own capabilities."
The director, also uncertain about the situation, approached. Chen Yu addressed him directly: "Director Yang, if a stand-in is used, I refuse to shoot. You can choose whomever you like."
Director Yang looked helplessly at Gu Qichen: "Mr. Gu, Yangyang's stand-in isn't currently on set; this is problematic." Although Mr. Gu wasn't heavily involved with the crew, he was the project's main investor.
Gu Qichen stated, "Who said anything about a female stand-in? I'm referring to replacing Mr. Chen's scenes with a stand-in."
Even the director was taken aback. Previously, Shen Shichuan had found a stand-in for Xia Yangyang, but Chen Yu lacked one. Director Yang frowned: "Who could replace Chen Yu?"
Without hesitation, Gu Qichen replied, "Me."
Xia Yangyang was stunned. What was happening? Everyone was equally confused. However, one thing was clear: the relationship between Xia Yangyang and Mr. Gu was undoubtedly complex.
Just as the awkwardness peaked, Shen Shichuan entered—he had arrived with Gu Qichen, observing the unfolding drama from the doorway. As a producer, Shen Shichuan held considerable influence. He whispered something to the director, whose expression changed drastically. The director then said to Chen Yu, "Chen Yu, come here. I need to talk to you."
Shen Shichuan led Chen Yu away, but the director unexpectedly waved his hand and said, "Continue shooting. Everyone back to your positions."
Everyone was dumbfounded. The male lead was gone; what was left to shoot? The director explained, "Mr. Gu will stand in for Chen Yu. Let's begin."
Xia Yangyang was bewildered. What was happening? Why was Gu Qichen, the influential CEO of Shengyuan Company, acting as a stand-in? For an intimate scene, no less. Could it be that Gu Qichen truly wasn't concerned about provoking Shen Manbing's jealousy?