Second pregnancy, sixth child: The beloved mom's disguise has been exposed again.

Chapter 168 Searching for Someone Behind the Scenes, Encountering an Enemy

Xin Yujue didn't reply, a faint smile playing on her lips.

She didn't think Cui Mengmeng was shameful; these days, who doesn't have a favorite idol?

"I wish I could talk to Senior Shu for a bit. I've always liked him and I want his autograph," Cui Mengmeng muttered to herself, her voice filled with undisguised excitement.

One of the reasons she came to the Communication University was to get closer to Shu Jing'an and become his junior.

As for her other half, it's naturally because she genuinely loves acting and wants to pursue this path she loves in the future.

"We'll just go backstage and ask him for an autograph after the welcome party," Ning Yao said softly.

"But I'm not too sure." Cui Mengmeng shrank her neck, afraid that she would stutter when facing Shu Jing'an, which would be too embarrassing.

"Then I'll go get one for you."

By the way, she also wanted to sincerely apologize to Shu Jing'an.

Shu Jing'an was only trying to help her get to the freshman registration office; it was Wen Tingye who went too far.

"Really? That's wonderful! Thank you, Yao Yao!" Cui Mengmeng's eyes immediately welled up with tears when she heard Ning Yao say that.

"You're welcome." Ning Yao smiled.

After Shu Jing'an went on stage, the audience fell silent. His voice was gentle and pleasant to listen to.

The first half was just some official pleasantries, nothing special, but towards the end, he suddenly paused and cleared his throat.

"As you all probably know, I was fortunate enough to be selected by Director Guo to play the male lead in an urban romance suspense drama. This casting was a huge challenge for me personally, as I was going to play a fugitive murderer."

After Shu Jing'an finished speaking, the audience erupted in an uproar.

"Oh my god, the warm and gentle idol drama senior Shu is actually going to play a murderer! How does he look like a murderer at all? This role is such a huge leap! I can't believe it!"

"That's Director Guo's script after all. Let alone a murderer, I'd be happy to play a corpse!"

"Our senior might be at risk of having his image ruined. He's always been a warm and caring guy since his debut in his first year of high school."

"Director Guo, don't you know? He never chooses popular celebrities to act in his films. The actors he finds are always unexpected."

"That's what makes it exciting. If you just find a male celebrity who looks like him to play the role, the anticipation will be gone."

Ning Yao caught a glimpse of Cui Mengmeng, who was closest to her, with a look of astonishment and death on her face.

It seems that Cui Mengmeng only accepts the "warm man" persona, and is somewhat unhappy about her idol playing a ruthless murderer.

"Excuse me, everyone, please be quiet for a moment. I still have something to say." Shu Jing'an smiled and raised his hand, making a shushing gesture.

The students below the stage quickly calmed down, all wanting to know what Shu Jing'an would say next.

"The female lead for this drama hasn't been decided yet. Director Guo's idea is that the female lead should act alongside me, so I will be in charge of the initial selection."

"Later, I will post the basic requirements for the female lead on the school's online forum. Everyone is welcome to apply."

After Shu Jing'an finished speaking, all the girls present erupted in cheers.

They never expected to be so lucky; they had just entered the Communication University of China and happened to be casting for the lead actress in Director Guo's play.

That's the female lead! If they can land this role and make a name for themselves in the entertainment industry, they'll never have to worry about finding a talent agency to sign them.

Xin Yujue clenched her fists secretly. Like all the girls present, she was also very interested in this role.

Cui Mengmeng was still immersed in the pain of her idol's image being ruined. Seeing her bitter and resentful look, Ning Yao couldn't help but laugh and said, "A good actor can't just play one kind of role for a lifetime. He is an actor, a veteran actor, and he must try a variety of roles in order to hone his acting skills."

Cui Mengmeng knew Ning Yao was trying to comfort her, but she still couldn't imagine Shu Jing'an playing a murderer and couldn't accept it for a while.

"The welcome party is over. Are you still going backstage to ask Shu Jing'an for an autograph?" Ning Yao asked again.

"Yes, of course I'll go, but could I wait for you at the corner of the hallway later? Give it to me when you get there, and I can give you the money!"

"But could you please not ask for too much? I only have two thousand yuan on me right now." Cui Mengmeng looked at Ning Yao with hopeful eyes, her earnestness almost overflowing.

“Okay, but I don’t want your money, I want something else,” Ning Yao replied with a smile.

"Huh? You don't want money? Then what do you want?" Cui Mengmeng had long forgotten about Ning Yao using high-end skincare products.

"I want you." Ning Yao laughed even louder. She quite liked Cui Mengmeng; she was simple and innocent, perfect as a friend.

"You...you like women?" Cui Mengmeng took a step back, her eyes filled with wariness.

"What are you thinking? What I mean is that I want to be friends with you. Consider this autograph as our first gift as friends." Ning Yao raised her hand and gently tapped Cui Mengmeng's forehead, then chuckled.

"May I?"

"Of course you can!"

The two high-fived to reach an agreement, the sound attracting Wenna's attention. She glanced at them indifferently, not taking it to heart.

Just as Ning Yao and Cui Mengmeng got up to go backstage to find Shu Jing'an, Xin Yujue spoke hesitantly.

"I'll go with you."

“Luo Xiyao might be nervous going to see Shu Jing'an alone; having someone with her will give her some courage.”

Although she wasn't as stunningly beautiful as Luo Xiyao, she had her own strengths.

She didn't want to miss any opportunity to get in touch with Shu Jing'an, at least to make a familiar face to him and leave an impression on him.

Ning Yao saw through Xin Yujue's intentions at a glance, but she didn't think there was anything wrong with what she was doing. It was a good thing to create opportunities for herself.

Cui Mengmeng was simple-minded to begin with, and had no idea that Xin Yujue was trying to steal the role.

She thought it wouldn't be good if all three of them went, leaving Wenna alone; it would seem like they were ostracizing her. So, she cautiously looked at Wenna's icy face and asked, "Wenna, are you going?"

Wenna shook her head, yawned, and waved her hand with her back to them.

“I’m not interested in this show, so I won’t try to get a role. You guys go ahead.”

Thus, the two of them became a trio, with Cui Mengmeng holding Ning Yao's arm with one hand and Xin Yujue's arm with the other, both beaming with smiles.

When she reached the corner of the corridor, Cui Mengmeng's smile faded, and she solemnly looked at her teammates' departing figures.

She'll soon have Shu Jing'an's autograph!

Thinking this, Cui Mengmeng's expectations were almost at their peak.

Ning Yao and Xin Yujue were not particularly close, and the two walked silently backstage.

Several girls had already arrived and were gathered around Shu Jing'an, talking to each other. They all had smiles on their faces.