Becoming The Bigshot's Only Love After Breaking Her Engagement-Chapter 589: The CEO’s Desperate Pursuit in the Flames of Regret
Wan Tianning received a message from Ye Ningwan and felt uneasy in her heart.
First, she sent her a congratulatory message and then asked her to send a picture of the baby.
Seeing the soft, adorable little baby, Wan Tianning was also tempted and immediately sent a cute emoticon.
"Since you think it’s cute and Lin Yue likes kids so much, marry early and have one. Otherwise, he’ll envy others and won’t even get to touch one."
Ye Ningwan quickly replied with a message like this.
Wan Tianning sighed.
She also wanted to marry Lin Yue early, or she wouldn’t have agreed to his proposal.
However, many things were beyond her control.
For instance, coming to the Berlin Film Festival now, although she had won many awards since her debut, she had never won such high-quality and prestigious awards.
Now that she finally had this opportunity, how could she bear to give it up?
Originally she had agreed to marry Lin Yue, but now she ran away, making her even too afraid to contact him.
"Knock, knock, knock."
"Come in."
"Mr. Wan hasn’t rested yet?"
It was Director Li Zhuo who came in.
Wan Tianning immediately stood up and hurriedly replied with a smile: "Um, Director Li, what can I do for you?"
Director Li Zhuo smiled and said: "When I came to see you, you should have guessed the reason. I didn’t expect you to come here without even letting Lin Yue know. Now he’s even calling me."
Wan Tianning felt embarrassed and quickly said to Director Li Zhuo: "Sorry to bother you."
"No worries, no worries, to me, Lin Yue is like... my nephew, so it’s all in the family. You should take some time to contact Lin Yue, so he doesn’t worry."
"I was just thinking of contacting him but haven’t been able to reach him." Wan Tianning said awkwardly.
"Actually, apart from Lin Yue’s matter, there’s another thing I want to discuss with you." Director Li Zhuo said seriously.
Being suddenly serious, Wan Tianning couldn’t help but feel nervous.
"Director Li, just tell me what it is."
"We may not win an award at this film festival." Director Li Zhuo slowly said.
Wan Tianning’s heart sank. She had already guessed this result, but it still made her feel bad.
Also nominated alongside their film was a work by the famous director Charles.
His heroine was the well-known actress Milan, who hadn’t won an award for ten years. Now, after a decade-long hiatus from filmmaking, she’s been nominated again, and there’s a good chance she’ll be the best actress winner this time.
In fact, she had analyzed this with Lan before coming.
But she still didn’t want to give up, hoping to come in person to try her luck.
Hearing Director Li Zhuo say this, it seemed this matter was already confirmed, and it was inevitable to feel a bit lost.
"Don’t be too upset, after all, there’s still a gap between you and Milan, and that’s an undeniable fact. Also, our film is well-received but not a box-office hit; since its release, the box office hasn’t been good, even though it has a good reputation. But to have one award would already be good, wanting to get the best film award and best actress award is still somewhat difficult."
"I know, I know there’s still a gap between me and Milan." Wan Tianning said bitterly.
Director Li Zhuo added: "Although you can’t win an award this time, your performance has been recognized by the industry. You’ve successfully transitioned; you’re no longer just a flowery artiste."
Wan Tianning nodded.
She was aware of this, but without a major award, there was always a sense of inadequacy.
Director Li Zhuo perceived her thoughts and said softly: "The other reason I came to find you today is to discuss the next film with you."
"The next film?" Wan Tianning was surprised.
Director Li Zhuo nodded.
"Actually, a few years ago I noticed a script and wanted to make it into a film. But the author kept refusing, no matter how many times I approached. It wasn’t until today that he contacted me, wanting to sell me the script’s rights, hoping I could make a movie he liked. And the heroine of this film is practically tailored for you. I promise you, once this film is made, the next time you attend the Berlin Film Festival, you’ll definitely be the best actress."
Wan Tianning was both surprised and moved.
Director Li Zhuo was always a meticulous person, rarely making promises to actors.
Yet now, he was making such a promise?
Most importantly, he was willing to work with her again.
It’s known that Director Li Zhuo generally only collaborates with an actor once, and making one film every three years has become an unwritten rule.
But now, he’s willing to film consecutively for her.
"Director Li, why are you..."
"Besides you being a good actress, worthy of my effort, another reason is Lin Yue. As his girlfriend, I naturally hope you’ll achieve great things." Director Li Zhuo answered truthfully.
Wan Tianning opened her mouth but didn’t know what to say.
He still harbored feelings for Lin Yue’s mother, which was why he acted this way.
Sadly, his unrequited love was tragic and sorrowful.
"However, making a film requires a lot of preparation and time. During this long period, are you willing to cooperate and wait?" Director Li Zhuo asked again.
Without any hesitation, Wan Tianning nodded: "Yes, I’m still young and not in a hurry for the best actress award. I also want to make better films to prove to everyone that I, Wan Tianning, am the true best actress."
"Good, very good, then discuss this with Lin Yue." Director Li Zhuo said.
Wan Tianning nodded and got up to see Director Li Zhuo out.
However, neither of them knew that Director Li Zhuo’s visit to her hotel room was captured by the stalking paparazzi, who soon posted an insinuating article stating that Wan Tianning was favored by Director Li Zhuo because she slept her way to the top.
By the time Wan Tianning saw this news, it was already a day later, and she was furious.
Lan angrily asked: "Mr. Wan, should we sue this media outlet? They have no idea what they’re writing, it’s simply insulting."
"Forget it, the more we clarify such things, the more complicated they get. We have a clear conscience." Wan Tianning said.
But unexpectedly, the media quickly published a follow-up.
Like writing a short essay, it reported that Wan Tianning agreed to marry the President of Lin Group, Lin Yue. However, she then ran to the Berlin Film Festival with Director Li Zhuo, implying she regretted accepting Lin Yue’s proposal and eloped with her true love.
That was something Wan Tianning could not tolerate.
She already felt guilty for running away from her marriage. If Lin Yue saw this piece of news, wouldn’t it make him furious?
"Sue them, sue them immediately, and make sure they pay for this." Wan Tianning said, seething with anger.
Lan nodded and quickly went to contact the manager and lawyer.
After Lan left, Wan Tianning took out her phone again, bit her lip pondering, and still decided to dial Lin Yue’s number.
She still wanted to personally explain to Lin Yue.
Running away was one thing, but she couldn’t let him misunderstand; that’s another.
