*

Back at the bridal shop, Jiayi informed them about the successful collaboration with the Island Warrior movie, which left the manager and staff beyond ecstatic.

Seeing everyone’s joy lifted Jiayi’s spirits immensely.

Perhaps the upcoming work won’t be as daunting after all.

Although he became the movie’s big boss and producer, it’s not possible for him to always specifically focus on the costume aspect.

That thought made Jiayi realize she might not have to deal with him that often.

*

After Island Warrior officially started filming, Jiayi also got busy.

She started contacting the costume factory to rush the costumes and then arranged for someone to deliver them to the set according to the filming schedule.

Most of the time, the staff would send the costumes.

But occasionally, if the production team had specific requests, Jiayi would go there herself.

One sunny morning, Jiayi pushed open the glass door of F. WANG Bridal Shop and began her day’s work.

Ever since the collaboration with Island Warrior began, she would come every day to personally oversee the rush of costumes.

F. WANG stood out among the numerous apparel merchants in Yunling and secured the qualification to collaborate with the movie crew. For this reason alone, she couldn’t take it lightly and didn’t want other companies in the industry to scoff at them.

She must handle this business well and satisfy the production team.

After being busy all morning, it was almost noon.

Jiayi rolled up the cuffs of her white shirt, casually tied her long hair into a bun with a pen, bending over in front of a computer screen, discussing a costume design draft with a designer in the shop. Suddenly, she heard the manager on the phone:

"Miss Chu, the production team called. The costume props director is asking you to come over today. There is a problem with a costume for the leading actress, and it will be needed for a scene this afternoon; they need you to make some alterations."

Jiayi straightened up: "Okay, tell the director I’ll be right there."

Checking the time, it was almost noon. Rushing to the set and then altering the costume, time might be tight.

Jiayi didn’t delay, grabbed her handbag, and walked out of the bridal shop.

After hanging up the phone, seeing Jiayi hastily walking towards the door without even having time to tidy her hair or clothes, the manager hurriedly said, "You’ve been busy all morning and haven’t eaten yet. I’ll buy some fast food for Miss Chu, eat something to fill your stomach before you go. The set is too far, and it will take a long time to get there. Once you’re busy, who knows when you’ll be able to eat, be careful not to starve."

"It’s okay, I’m worried I won’t make it in time." Jiayi felt her stomach grumbling, but still, work was more important.

She got her car, sped to the dock as usual, switched to a ferry at the dock, and arrived at the island film set.

Upon entering the set, the director responsible for props and costumes called her over and said, "The leading actress reported that one of the costumes doesn’t fit well. Please check it since it will be needed for a scene this afternoon. If possible, it would be best if you could fix it right now."

"No problem." Jiayi asked, "Director, do you know where the leading actress is right now?"

The director hesitated for a moment, his gaze on Jiayi slightly paused, a mysterious gleam flashed by, and after a while, he responded, "It’s lunch break now; the actors should be in the rest area."

Jiayi nodded and headed toward the actors’ makeup room.

The lead actor’s resting room is also in the villa on the film set.

She had personally delivered sample garments before and taken measurements for several leads in the actors’ resting room, so she was quite familiar with the place.

She ascended to the third floor of the villa, walked down the corridor, and stopped at the door of the room at the end to knock:

"Miss Coco, I am the owner and designer of F. WANG; I’ve been here before. The director said there is a little problem with your costume, and asked me to take a look."

Coco is the leading lady of "Island Warrior Soul" and an internationally renowned Chinese actress, who has starred in several Hollywood productions. Even though her roles have been merely decorative, she remains a highly sought-after star.

In this action movie, which is mainly about men’s roles, Coco still plays a role that requires no real acting skills; her job is just to wear various costumes and look beautiful on camera.

There was silence in the room for a few seconds with no sound. Jiayi pushed the door and entered: "Miss Coco..."

Her speech was cut short.

On the deep crimson leather sofa customized for the star’s rest, Coco sat next to Huo Zhenyang, intimately close, almost able to smell each other’s breath, holding a whiskey glass, occasionally refilling for the man.

Coco, of course, knew about Jiayi’s past relationship with the man next to her. At this moment, her face displayed a bit of embarrassment and a bit of annoyance from being disturbed, she said softly, "Oh, the costume that needs altering is right there."

The man’s tall and upright figure leaned comfortably against the back of the sofa, his shirt collar opened, two buttons undone, his neck’s muscular and smooth curve shining with a bronze luster, his long fingers holding a glass of shimmering golden whiskey, allowing Coco to serve him. At that moment, his deep eyes were fixed on the petite woman by the door.

It seems she rushed over.

Her hair was bundled into a chignon, held by a pen she forgot to remove, wearing a very casual pure white oversized shirt from her store office. Bending over slightly, one could glimpse the lightly strained camisole underneath; her lower body was clad in jeans that accentuated her curves.

Such an effortlessly elegant outfit, yet unbeknownst to her, it held a more fatal attraction for him than the glamorous, provocatively dressed celebrity by his side.

He narrowed his slightly fiery gaze, his lips curling with a hint of playful interest, seemingly preparing to enjoy her reaction.

Jiayi suddenly understood why the director had that look when he saw her just now.

Huo Zhenyang is now the film’s major financier; it’s natural for actresses to fawn over and cozy up to him when he surveys the set.

The room’s air filled with the intense scent of rose perfume as well as an indescribable male and female flirtation aroma.

Jiayi restrained her gaze and calmly said, "It’s fine. I’ll come back later; you can take your time." Having said that, she turned around.

Her indifferent demeanor caused his eyes to sharpen, his handsome face clouded over, and the whiskey glass between his fingers nearly spilled as he sharply said, "Work is a priority."

Coco understood Huo’s intentions and quickly spoke, "Yeah, let’s take a look at the costume first."

Saying this, Coco went over, took out the costume, and handed it to Jiayi: "This is the costume. It fits a bit tight on me, especially around the waist. I’ll trouble you with it."

F. WANG bridal shop working with the film crew was personally appointed by Huo, how could Coco not know?

It seems, in Huo’s eyes, his ex-wife still existed.

Thus, Coco’s attitude towards Jiayi was somewhat polite.

Jiayi received it: "I’ll re-measure Miss Coco’s waist and alter it."