Ms. Mu, who had been in the business world for many years, saw through it at a glance. With a smile on her lips, she eyed Meng Rong obliquely.
"Is little Nianchu charming?"
Meng Rong nodded repeatedly. "Auntie, you don't know. Since childhood, many boys have chased after Nianchu. She can play well with boys. I envy her so much."
Ms. Mu looked back at Meng Nianchu and said with a gentle smile, "Little Nianchu has a good personality and is so pretty. If I were a man, I'd like her too."
"The only good thing my son inherited from his father is his excellent taste. Otherwise, he wouldn't have taken a fancy to little Nianchu and shown no interest in you, her elder sister." When saying the last sentence, Ms. Mu let out a hearty laugh. "Just kidding."
"Hehe."
Meng Rong forced a smile that looked worse than crying.
Ms. Mu took Meng Nianchu's small hand and stood up. Looking down at Meng Rong with a somewhat condescending air, she said, "Miss Meng, have a good rest."
"Auntie..."
Ms. Mu pulled Meng Nianchu and left the film crew. The red car sped away. Meng Rong's chest heaved up and down. She grabbed the glass on the table and smashed it to the ground fiercely.
She had intended to seize this rare opportunity when Ms. Mu returned to China to get closer to her. Who would have thought that as soon as she came, she was full of anger and sarcasm.
Meng Nianchu!
It must be Meng Nianchu who had spoken ill of her behind her back. Otherwise, why would Ms. Mu have such an attitude!
Meng Rong trembled with anger. Her hatred for Meng Nianchu grew stronger.
At this moment, Meng Nianchu, who was being cursed by Meng Rong, was on the way to a restaurant with Ms. Mu. The mother - in - law and daughter - in - law were chatting and laughing happily. The scene was so harmonious.
Ms. Mu was extremely satisfied with her future daughter - in - law. She wished she could hold her in the palm of her hand.
Meanwhile, someone in the film crew secretly recorded a video of Ms. Mu and Meng Rong and uploaded it to the Internet using a small account. The relationship between Meng Rong and Mu Junze was currently a hot topic. As soon as this video came out, it caused an uproar.
Ms. Mu's considerate care for her future daughter - in - law and her cold and distant attitude towards her son's rumored girlfriend clearly showed her stance.
The mixed - up online comments were surprisingly harmonious this time. They were all filled with angry remarks like "scheming woman" directed at Meng Rong. The scolding was quite intense.
Everyone in the film crew also saw it. Although they didn't dare to say anything on the surface, they couldn't help but feel disdainful in their hearts.
When Meng Nianchu led Ms. Mu back to the film crew, it happened to be the time for filming. She settled Ms. Mu down to rest on the side, quickly put on makeup and changed clothes, then started her afternoon work.
Ms. Mu sat upright and took the initiative to talk to Cui Lei, who was taking care of Meng Nianchu. Cui Lei said carefully, "Nianchu's acting skills are extremely good. Even the senior actor Zhang in the crew has spoken highly of her. She can handle the most difficult scenes with ease. The other actors in the crew envy her very much."
"Of course. She's going to be a daughter - in - law of our Mu family. How could she be bad?" Her words were filled with pride.
While pouring water, Cui Lei said with a smile, "Auntie, don't listen to those rumors about Miss Meng. Nianchu isn't the kind of girl who has unclear relationships with men. In the few days I've been with Nianchu in the crew, I've seen many men trying to court her. She just casually said that her husband would be jealous, and then she didn't say another word to them."
"If this is considered having an unclear relationship, then I, who play around with men every day, must be a shameless person."
"Really? There are men trying to court little Nianchu?" Ms. Mu picked up the water cup and took a small sip. She scanned the surroundings warily. Sure enough!
She hadn't noticed before. But now, looking closely, every man who looked at Meng Nianchu seemed to have impure thoughts. Ms. Mu sighed and murmured helplessly, "My little Nianchu is too charming."
Cui Lei giggled. Out of the corner of her eye, she saw Meng Rong walking towards them. She swallowed back what she was going to say and instead said, "Auntie, drink more water."
"Auntie, you're back!" Meng Rong gasped as she put down the fruits she had bought specially. She opened the bag and placed it in front of Ms. Mu. "I thought you'd be back soon, so I went to buy some fruits. Auntie, see which one you like. I'll peel it for you."
Ms. Mu replied coldly, "I just had lunch. I'm not hungry yet."
Meng Rong's hands that had been fidgeting with the fruits retracted awkwardly. She forced a smile and said, "Auntie, do you have any plans for tonight? I'll accompany you."
Hearing this, Cui Lei couldn't help but expose her. "Auntie, wherever she wants to go, Nianchu can accompany her."
As soon as the words were out, she received a fierce look from Meng Rong.
Ms. Mu highly approved of Cui Lei. "You're a good talker."
If it were an ordinary person, after being rebuffed repeatedly in front of the same person, they would have run away in embarrassment.
Even though Meng Rong was able to endure humiliation, she still managed to sit beside Ms. Mu gracefully and obediently, struggling hard in the hope of getting a little bit of attention.
After all, this was currently the only way to quickly integrate into the Mu family. She would try her best to worm her way in!
Meng Nianchu passed the scene in one take. Ms. Mu clapped her hands wildly without any reservation. Hearing the sound, Meng Nianchu turned her face and quickly walked over. However, on the way, someone suddenly stepped in and blocked her way.
Ju Zisheng, whom she hadn't seen for a long time, unexpectedly appeared in the film crew. In front of everyone, he walked up to Meng Nianchu and said, "Has Bai Ling been in touch with you?"
"What's wrong?"
Seeing his nervous expression, Meng Nianchu also became worried. She quickly took out her phone. "Can't find her?"
Hearing this, Ju Zisheng looked embarrassed. Feeling the eyes that fell on him intentionally or unintentionally, he lowered his voice and said shyly, "I don't know what I said wrong. Bai Ling is ignoring me. I can't get through to her on the phone. I'm filming nearby, and I remembered you were here too. I was so anxious that I came to find you."
Meng Nianchu almost spat out a mouthful of blood.
She had thought something had happened to Bai Ling.
Letting out a long breath, she waved her phone. "You want me to help you contact her?"
Ju Zisheng nodded. "Please call her for me. I didn't mean it."
To prevent others from hearing, Ju Zisheng got a little closer to Meng Nianchu. However, this very action gave Meng Rong, who witnessed this scene from a distance, an opportunity to make up stories.
She clicked her tongue twice. "What's wrong with Nianchu? There are so many people in the crew, and she's getting so close to a man. Isn't she afraid of being misunderstood?"
After observing Ms. Mu's reaction, she pretended to suddenly realize and said in surprise, "This man is Teacher Ju, who filmed a variety show with Nianchu. He's very famous in the entertainment industry and is well - known for his arrogance. He still comes to find Nianchu privately. Their relationship must be very good. Auntie, am I right?"
"Nianchu is really popular among men." Ms. Mu stared at Ju Zisheng's back.