Chapter 612: Definitely the number one scapegoat

I have to say, Da Mimi herself can play the innocent, mix a bit of seductiveness into that innocence, and just as easily let go to become completely alluring. Who knew she’d also have such high skill points in being a wingman!

Da Mimi has her own little schemes in mind. Even if she can’t have any future development with Bai Liang and won’t participate in the fight for the top spot, that doesn’t mean she’s just going to slink away in defeat~

This intention is plain as day.

Taking advantage of the moment Bai Liang went to the restroom.

"Reba, you’re still young. You need to take advantage of your career peak and really push yourself. Our peak years as actresses aren't very long."

This heartfelt advice actually had nothing wrong with it.

It’s just that coming from Da Mimi’s mouth, it felt a bit strange.

Reba couldn't help herself, "Sister Mi, your peak hasn't passed yet."

Ah, this~

Da Mimi’s old face flushed red. She didn't know if she should feel embarrassed or proud, after all, she has indeed been famous for quite a long time.

Fortunately, Reba was sensible and immediately added: "I definitely won't be able to be as famous as you for as long, Sister Mi. I know that."

To be honest, Da Mimi didn't think that was necessarily true.

With Reba’s current momentum, it’s very possible she’ll be famous even longer than her. It’s hard to say if she’s even reached her peak yet; after all, she’s starring in *The Wandering Earth 2* at the end of this year, and her status in the fashion world is rising day by day.

She’s constantly on magazine covers, looking very much like she’s on her way to becoming a fashion queen. Among post-90s actresses, she is almost unrivaled in the fashion field.

Of course, Da Mimi isn't bad either. In the fiercely competitive group of "85-flowers," being able to maintain such an exaggerated level of competitiveness is already inhumanly fierce~

After a brief round of commercial mutual flattery, the two were chatting quite happily. Everyone has a bright future!

"Why has Dabai been in the restroom for so long?" Reba complained casually, seeing that Bai Liang hadn't returned.

"Men are all like this. You’ll know once you get married," Da Mimi said, offering advice as someone who’s been there.

Reba was stunned by this, "Why?"

"Men are made of shit. They love to take shits!"

Reba: ...

Isn't that a bit too crude?

But this did touch upon a brand-new piece of knowledge she hadn't known before. She really hadn't paid attention to this aspect in the past.

Now that she thinks about it carefully, it does seem to make some sense.

She might not know about others, but how could she not know about Bai Liang?

He has this annoying habit of habitually checking into the restroom every time he arrives at a new place. Anyway, every time Reba went to an event with him, there wasn't a single time this guy didn't go to the restroom.

Who knows where he gets so much shit to take?

Bai Liang: ...

He just went to the restroom, and he’s being gossiped about as soon as he comes out?

However, regarding "shit-taking literature," he indicated he had something to say.

"I eat a lot. You guys eat less than cats. It’s not even certain if you can take a shit at all."

He really wasn't spouting nonsense; Bai Liang had "statistical data" on this.

According to his observations, none of the young ladies in the entertainment industry he knows eat as much as Xiaobao.

When Xiaobao eats cat food, he gobbles it up in big mouthfuls. One of his meals is enough for these actresses for an entire day, maybe even more.

Under these circumstances, of course they have no shit to take.

And besides... it’s not just that they eat little; Bai Liang knows how "popular" glycerin enemas are in the industry.

Da Mimi might not know, but Reba really does have a need for that stuff and carries it wherever she goes.

After being pointed out like that by Bai Liang, Reba and Da Mimi immediately didn't dare to gossip about his restroom habits anymore.

It would be impolite to keep talking about it!

It feels somehow wrong to associate a glamorous female celebrity with constipation.

It suddenly got a bit smelly~

Quite shameful.

"Brother Liang, what are you guys talking about~"

At this time, the other creators of *A Writer's Odyssey* came over to say hello.

Dong Zijian is the most familiar with Bai Liang, so he naturally took the initiative to start a conversation.

At this moment, Bai Liang was "very sensible" and opened his mouth, ready to say something auspicious, just in time to send some blessings for the New Year.

"I’m here to see the box office champion... woooo~"

Hearing his opening line, the expressions of everyone else changed in an instant.

Da Mimi reacted the fastest. She didn't even care that Reba was right next to her; she lunged at Bai Liang and covered his mouth with her hand.

"Don't you dare say it!"

"Sister Mi, what are you doing..."

Reba wasn't happy now. They were talking fine, why did she have to get physical?

Her Dabai hadn't done anything wrong, and she was being so fierce to him!

However, the reactions of the others told her just how popular Da Mimi’s "spell interruption" was.

"Good heavens, thank goodness we didn't let him say it. My heart was in my throat just now!" Lei Datou said, still feeling a bit of lingering fear.

Director Lu Yang also nodded belatedly, "I didn't react in time just now, but now I’m breaking out in a cold sweat."

"Great Immortal, please withdraw your divine powers! What kind of grudge or enmity is this? I’ll treat you to dinner tonight, okay~"

Dong Zijian wiped the non-existent sweat from his forehead, also feeling a sense of shared fear.

Bai Liang: ...

He was actually fine; Da Mimi’s hand smelled quite nice~

But how should he tell these people that poor box office and word-of-mouth are problems with the movie itself, and have nothing to do with his "blessings"?

Da Mimi felt her palm get wet and knew the younger brother was being naughty again. She secretly winked at him and sent him a jolt of electricity. She didn't let go immediately, but instead "warned" him first, "You are not allowed to say it! Otherwise, I’ll keep covering your mouth!"

Bai Liang blinked to show his agreement, and only then did he regain the right to speak.

"It’s not that serious..."

"No way, you’re too ominous. I have to be on guard. I should have told you about this in advance. When reporters interview us later, I’ll stay by your side to avoid them tricking you into saying something you shouldn't."

Da Mimi’s arrangement showed the responsibility of an older sister, and incidentally, she found a very suitable reason to stay with Bai Liang.

She wasn't doing it for herself, nor did she have any improper relationship with Bai Liang; it was entirely for the movie!

Others: Well-reasoned and convincing!

Reba’s eyes were strange. She nudged Bai Liang with her elbow and whispered, "Dabai, everyone still remembers your reputation as a 'poisonous milk' (jinx). I had almost forgotten about that."

"Because they actually have a movie being released, their interests are involved, so of course they remember."

Bai Liang could understand. After all, people pray to gods before starting a film, and the premiere is the final push, so naturally, they want to avoid any ominous or strange external influences.