The perfume advertisement officially launched online and offline at the end of the month.
Jiang Mian opened Weibo and saw her endorsement. She skipped the splash screen advertisement and retweeted the official Weibo.
Then she put down her phone, hooked her arm around the man beside her, and blinked with a soft tone, "Didn't you say you'd delete that scene?"
She had just watched it, and it clearly hadn't been deleted.
Ji Zhixiu glanced at her, "The company's senior management had a meeting and said that adding it would make it more complete and the advertisement more outstanding."
Jiang Mian drew out her voice as she responded, "Oh—" not knowing if she believed him.
"What does 'Oh' mean?"
"Oh means oh."
She was already sitting next to the man, and the next second, he pinched her soft waist and pulled her into his arms with a stumble.
Jiang Mian looked up, met his gaze, and said coquettishly, "What are you doing?"
"I want to kiss you."
Jiang Mian curled her lips, tilted her head, and saw the dried fish snacks on the sofa. "This isn't good, someone's watching."
"Who?"
"Dried fish."
"Does he count as someone?"
Jiang Mian couldn't help but laugh, and was about to say something else, but it quickly dissipated between her lips.
...
It was only when Ning Jie arranged a lot of work for her that Jiang Mian realized she had truly become popular thanks to the drama "Lock Heart."
Ning Jie handed her a thick stack of invitations, "These are all scripts I've carefully selected and kept. And they're all for female leads."
Jiang Mian looked at them, "So many?"
Ning Jie smiled, "It's all thanks to you. It wasn't in vain that the drama took so long to film and the post-production took so long. It was all worth it, but I haven't accepted any of them yet, as you're about to join a new crew."
Jiang Mian nodded, "Mm."
Once she joined the crew, she wouldn't have so much time.
Ning Jie hummed, "I've accepted a variety show for you, a long-term guest. It will be broadcast online simultaneously. One episode a week, for a total of twelve episodes."
"What type of show?"
"It's an entertainment game show called 'Heaven and Earth of Entertainment.' You must have seen it." Ning Jie put down her pen. "They used to have a female host who had been married for many years, but she's pregnant recently and hasn't announced it yet. They want to find someone to fill in temporarily, preferably not an in-house host, you know what I mean."
"You're particularly popular right now, so I contacted them, and it actually worked out. Plus, you've never been on this type of show before. Your fans will definitely want to see another side of you. Just relax and be more engaging."
Jiang Mian understood her good intentions, "I know."
Ning Jie continued to look at the contract, "At the end of next month, Lemon Pictures is having a red carpet event, and you've been invited. I've already accepted. Wear the jewelry you're endorsing when you attend."
After signing one last document, Ning Jie looked up, "Good Mianmian, can you get me a set of the 'Destined Limited Fragrance'?"
As soon as the advertisement was released, the pre-order channel was also opened.
Unfortunately, with her speed, she couldn't get any.
Jiang Mian said, "I have some, I'll mail a set to your home later."
Ji Zhixiu had already given her several sets in advance and asked for her opinion.
The one she was using today was one of them, elegant and pleasant.
Ning Jie was delighted, "It feels so good to have connections."
"As long as Sister Ning is happy."
She had so much to thank Ning Jie for.
"Alright, that's all for today's meeting. You should head back early, you're about to join the crew."
Jiang Mian stood up, "Then I'll be going. Please take care of yourself too."
"Go on, go on."
Jiang Mian went downstairs. It was still early.
She remembered she hadn't seen Ji Lanruo in a while, so she called her, "Where are you?"
Ji Lanruo was abroad preparing for skydiving, and the instructor was tying her safety harness.
Ji Lanruo turned on the speakerphone, "I'm abroad, what's wrong? Do you miss me?"
Jiang Mian smiled slightly, "I miss you. You said you'd come to the film festival last time, but I didn't see you."
Ji Lanruo's smile faltered, then she pouted, "Something came up."
She had originally planned to go.
But then she saw Song Xingjia, that man, had also attended.
For some reason, she didn't really want to go anymore.
During his absence, she went from patiently waiting to being unable to hold back and messaging him on WeChat.
Unfortunately, she never received a single reply.
She was unhappy.
But she also knew that her unhappiness was unfounded, as Song Xingjia didn't owe her anything.
So she decided to travel alone.
Her current stop was the Dubai World Islands, a world-renowned skydiving center.
From over three thousand meters high, one could admire the scenery in all directions and see the beautiful Palm Jumeirah.
Ji Lanruo felt that this exhilarating sport was perfect for her.
The instructor, a local, asked her in English if she was ready.
Ji Lanruo took a deep breath and asked him to wait a moment, "This is my fault for not telling you. I'll treat you to dinner when I get back."
"I'm not angry with you, I was just asking. Alright, have fun, I won't disturb you. We'll talk again when you're back."
"Okay, I'll find you in Kyoto."
After hanging up, Ji Lanruo handed her phone to a staff member, "I'm ready!"
"Ok!"
The plane door opened, and led by the instructor, Ji Lanruo closed her eyes and leaped out.
She thought she would be very scared, but after a moment of blankness,
This feeling of freedom made her unconsciously open her eyes, the wind whistling past her ears.
The instructor gestured to her.
Ji Lanruo looked down, and between the vast sky and earth, it seemed all her troubles had vanished.
Song Xingjia! Damn you!
How dare you ignore me! I'll never talk to you again!
The landing was long, and after venting, Ji Lanruo had plenty of time to admire the scenery.
The instructor gave her a thumbs-up, praising her bravery.
Even after landing, Ji Lanruo sat in her chair for half an hour.
The feeling of weightlessness seemed to linger, both thrilling and joyful.
The photographer sent her the recorded video, and Ji Lanruo looked up, "Thank you."
A moment later, the instructor returned and presented her with a brave certificate.
He praised her in imperfect Chinese, "You're the bravest Chinese girl I've ever met! You're amazing!"
Ji Lanruo's confidence soared, and she took the certificate with a sweet smile, "Thank you, instructor."
"Can I have a hug?"
"Of course."
That evening, Ji Lanruo updated her Dubai travel vlog on Weibo.
"Sister is so amazing and brave!"
"I'll try it next time! It looks so exciting!"
"The instructor's eyes are full of admiration for you, hahaha!! Sister is too charming!"
"Where is Sister going next? Do you want to come to Hong Kong? There's so much delicious food in Hong Kong."
When Ji Lanruo saw this comment, she paused. Hong Kong, Song Xingjia seemed to be from Hong Kong.
Last time, Song Xingjia had also sent her specialties from Hong Kong...
Realizing this thought, Ji Lanruo quickly pouted. Why was she thinking about that man again?
In the family group chat.
Eldest brother Ji Lanzhou: "Be safe when you're out, where are you going next? Remember to share your location in the group. Don't let your family worry."
Second brother Ji Lanyu: "I saw your WeChat Moments, are you having fun abroad?"
Third brother Ji Lingling: "I want to go play too! Little sister! How could you bear to leave me behind!"
Ji Lanruo's eyes curved, and she lay on the big bed, long-pressing the voice message. "Thank you, eldest brother, for your concern. I haven't decided where I'm going next yet. It's so much fun! I went skydiving today, it was super exciting. I'll bring second brother next time! Third brother, just focus on your work. I'll bring you back gifts when I return, mua~"
She released her finger and sent the message.
Ji Lanzhou: "Come home soon, we and Mom and Dad miss you very much."
Ji Lanyu: "Do you have enough money?"
Ji Lingling: "Actually, there's something I need you to bring me. The limited edition Iron Man figure this year has been released, but it's out of stock domestically. Good sister, help your brother buy a set! I'll transfer the money to your card! You can use the rest to buy candy!"
Ji Lanruo rolled around on the bed, replying to each of them one by one, quickly forgetting about Song Xingjia.