The three of them walked into the studio. Soon, a well-dressed lady approached.
"Hello, Film Emperor Ye! I'm Wang Ting, the person in charge of this shoot." Wang Ting extended her hand for a handshake.
Wang Ting was truly professional. She acted as if she hadn't seen the large child, Nuannuan, held in Ye Jingxing's arms.
"Hello!" Ye Jingxing nodded slightly.
"Oh, hello Chief Editor Wang. I'm truly sorry, but there was no one at home, so Jingxing brought his niece along to work so he could look after her."
Jesse stepped forward, naturally shaking Wang Ting's hand and explaining Nuannuan's identity.
"As expected of Film Emperor Ye's niece, she's so beautiful. She could even be a little model for us." Wang Ting genuinely thought so.
"Thank you for the compliment, Chief Editor Wang. This would require her father's consent," Ye Jingxing didn't wish to discuss Nuannuan with others.
"Heh, exactly. Chief Editor Wang, let's begin! Jingxing is already here."
"Of course, we know Film Emperor Ye's time is precious. We're all ready. Let's get started with the styling." Chief Editor Wang understood their intentions and played along.
Given Ye Jingxing's status, he naturally had a private dressing room. The group headed directly towards it, with many staff members along the way casting curious glances at Nuannuan.
"Nuannuan, Fourth Uncle needs to get ready soon. Can you go play downstairs for a bit?
Afterward, Fourth Uncle will be working. You'll stay with Uncle Jesse and don't wander off. When Fourth Uncle is done, I'll take you to eat something delicious," Ye Jingxing said seriously after putting Nuannuan down.
"Mhm~ Don't worry, Fourth Uncle, Nuannuan is very good~" Nuannuan patted her chest to assure him.
"Nuannuan, you're so good!"
While Ye Jingxing was getting his makeup done in the dressing room, heated discussions were taking place outside.
"Did you see? Film Emperor Ye brought a child."
"Didn't they say it's his niece?"
"Tsk~ Do you believe that? They look so alike. How many of these celebrities are clean?"
"No way? Film Emperor Ye has a very good reputation. He's never been close to any female stars, not even a scandal."
"You can't judge a book by its cover. The Ye family is powerful; they can suppress anything with money. Who knows what they're like behind closed doors?"
"Hey! What are you talking about?" Huang Manyao felt indignant listening to their hushed whispers.
"What? You dare to do it but not let people talk about it!"
"I know you're a fan of Film Emperor Ye. Your idol is about to fall, and you still have the nerve to provoke me here. Hurry back and brainstorm how to salvage the situation when the news breaks!" The speaker was the one who had been most impolite in the discussion.
"Brother already said she's his niece. I believe Brother. Don't spread rumors without evidence."
Huang Manyao trembled with anger. She had been a fan of Ye Jingxing since his debut. Her brother had always lived up to the expectations of their fans, working hard and maintaining a clean lifestyle.
She would not allow anyone to slander her brother.
"Enough, all of you, shut up. Why are you gossiping during work hours?" Wang Ting walked over and reprimanded the gossiping individuals.
"Sorry, Chief Editor." Seeing Wang Ting, everyone immediately fell silent.
"Get back to work! And more importantly, what is Film Emperor Ye's status? Is he someone you can gossip about?"
"Yes, Chief Editor. Sorry."
"And you," Wang Ting turned to Huang Manyao, "you're here to work, not to chase stars."
"Sorry, Chief Editor. I'm going to work." Huang Manyao was still upset, but she couldn't do anything at the moment.
Inside the dressing room, Ye Jingxing was almost ready. Nuannuan walked over to him and stared blankly at his reflection in the mirror.
It had to be said that Ye Jingxing, as a film emperor, had incredible versatility. He could transform into anyone and embody any role.
The makeup artist had given Ye Jingxing a vampire look. His slender, almond-shaped eyes were adorned with smoky eyeshadow, which didn't look feminine but rather enhanced his allure.
The eyeliner at the corner of his eyes was extended, and his eyebrows were slightly arched. His beautiful lips were painted blood red, with a streak of blood extending from the corner of his mouth.
He wore a demure black tuxedo, with the collar open to reveal his sexy collarbone. The makeup artist also gave him dark red contact lenses.
Ye Jingxing raised an eyebrow at Nuannuan in the mirror. His gaze flowed, his lips curved slightly, and he became vibrant and captivatingly attractive.
"Little Nuannuan, do I look good?"
He leaned his red lips close to Nuannuan's ear, his slightly lowered, magnetic voice making Nuannuan feel dizzy.
Seeing Nuannuan's adorable expression, Ye Jingxing reached out and scratched her round chin. He found the flesh beneath his fingers soft and couldn't help but pinch the soft flesh on her chin.
"Fourth Uncle looks so good, Nuannuan likes it!" Nuannuan wrapped her small hands around Ye Jingxing's hand, her eyes sparkling as she looked at him.
"Heh heh~" His chest vibrated with his laughter, revealing more of his collarbone. Nuannuan stared, mesmerized.
"Kiss me, Fourth Uncle~" Nuannuan, driven by desire, puckered her lips and asked for a kiss from the handsome man in front of her.
"Little flirt~" Ye Jingxing picked Nuannuan up onto his lap and pinched her pouting lips.
"Fourth Uncle has foundation on his face, Nuannuan can't kiss."
Seeing her disappointed look, Ye Jingxing leaned in and gently touched her cheek. He still left a faint lip print on her fair, tender cheek.
"Aow~" Nuannuan excitedly buried her head in her Fourth Uncle's chest. She finally understood what it felt like for a fan girl to meet her idol.
"Heh heh~ Little Nuannuan likes it so much?" Ye Jingxing hadn't expected this little one to be such a little flirt.
"Fourth Uncle is naughty~"
"Alright, it's Fourth Uncle who's naughty. Fourth Uncle has to work now. Nuannuan, be good," Ye Jingxing stroked Nuannuan's little head, wiped the mark on her face, and instructed her.
"Mhm~ Nuannuan wants to watch Fourth Uncle." She rubbed her face against Ye Jingxing's chest.
"Jingxing, we should go out now," the young assistant beside him couldn't help but urge.
"Got it. Jesse, keep an eye on Nuannuan." He then handed Nuannuan to Jesse, who was standing behind him.
"Got it."
Jesse reached out to take Nuannuan, feeling his hands tremble. This was the only young lady of the Ye family at the moment! She was truly heavy as gold!