Chapter 1691: Beiping Old Dreams: The Beauty Actor Overpowers the Big Shot 06

Jin Chen spent the whole afternoon at the small western building with Pei Yinnian; although nothing happened that Yun Cunxuan had teased about, he still ended up staying overnight.

The next morning, a servant called Jin Chen down for an early breakfast.

Strictly speaking, this was the first proper breakfast Jin Chen had since arriving in this world over half a month ago.

That two-faced class monitor not only forced him to lose weight and skip meals, but also made him practice basic labor chores in the morning, so when facing Pei Yinnian he inevitably ended up complaining.

Pei Yinnian stirred porridge in a white porcelain bowl; hearing this, he lifted his eyes and glanced at the aggrieved-looking Jin Chen, unusually showing a bit more patience.

"Then eat more, so you won't be hungry when you return to the theater."

Jin Chen stuffed another xiaolongbao into his mouth, suddenly remembered something, shifted slightly toward Pei Yinnian's side, and asked quietly.

"Can Mr. Pei send me back to the theater today, if you're not busy?"

This was his first request since arriving at the small western building—not some precious jewelry, and he didn't even want banknotes.

Pei Yinnian couldn't help but admit that he really didn't find this attitude troublesome.

"Sure."

Moreover, he had to go to the dock to discuss business today, and passing by the Weiyang Weiyang Xiyuan Theater was just along the way.

Although Jin Chen hadn't mentioned it, when leaving the small western building the butler who saw him off slipped him some banknotes—clearly whose idea it was—but Jin Chen didn't make a fuss, merely clutching the banknotes as he gazed at Pei Yinnian walking from the gate.

During this period the weather in Beiping was fine; under the sunlight, the handsome young man standing by the car was already eye-catching, let alone Jin Chen's scorching gaze.

Pei Yinnian slightly turned his face, made eye contact with Jin Chen then shifted away, and got into the car from the other side.

"Mr. Pei, thank you."

Pei Yinnian knew what Jin Chen meant, glanced back at him and said calmly: "Do you want fame or money?"

This brought back the original question of whether to follow him or to support him.

Jin Chen suddenly leaned in, his long fingers lightly resting on Pei Yinnian's wrist, a hint of heat; Pei Yinnian leaned back slightly, hearing Jin Chen say: "I want fame, and I also want to follow you."

"Mr. Pei, you will like me very much."

After saying that, Jin Chen clearly noticed Pei Yinnian's pulse quickening slightly, so he smiled even more innocently, yet alluring.

How could Pei Yinnian not sense his tentative probing? He couldn't help thinking he was really bold, clearly someone with no experience at all.

He raised his hand, his slightly cool fingers pinching Jin Chen's chin, as if teasing yet indifferent: "Do you know what it means to follow? Following me will be very dangerous."

"I know; being able to follow you, I fear nothing."

Jin Chen smiled, covered his hand with his own, tilted his head and lightly kissed: "I can."

Pei Yinnian: "……"

He frowned, his eyes darkened a bit, lifted his gaze and coldly asked: "Do you have experience?"

"No," Jin Chen hastily denied; half a moment later he slightly lowered his eyes, his lashes casting a shadow underneath, inexplicably looking somewhat pitiable.

"Mr. Pei, I have no home, but... they all say I'm good-looking."

Jin Chen didn't elaborate further, but in chaotic times, outstanding beauty alone invites a certain fate, especially since he was born in Hu Cheng, which is even more tumultuous than Beiping.

Even if there were nothing else, the vulgar talk around his ears probably never ceased.

Pei Yinnian fell silent, a fleeting pang of sympathy flickering in his eyes; as he withdrew his hand, he lightly patted Jin Chen's cheek.

"In Beiping, no one will dare to bully you."

Jin Chen gave a soft hum, turned his head and exhaled.

Pei Yinnian's fingers curled, his cool gaze softening a bit.

【Villain triggered Heartbeat Value detected, Heartbeat Value +5, total 5!】

Ling Gun Gun nodded as if having learned, heartache truly is the beginning of love!

A black Buick stopped at the Weiyang Weiyang Xiyuan Theater; when the license plate was seen, the troupe's miscellaneous worker sweeping at the entrance was startled, one rushed over to greet, another darted off quickly to fetch the office class monitor.

The class monitor had been waiting since early morning, knowing the Pei family would send Jin Chen back; he originally intended to properly apologize, and from now on there would be many days relying on this little ancestor.

He could have anticipated this, but never expected the person sending Jin Chen back to be Mr. Pei! Startled, the class monitor instead took Xu Nanchun, who had caused trouble yesterday, out together to prepare to apologize.

Outside the gate, the troupe members all peeked from inside, and seeing Jin Chen take Mr. Pei's hand and step out of the car, they exclaimed it was pure favoritism!

Many young male and female role players gritted their teeth, for that Mr. Pei is practically the undisputed big shot of Beiping; the loose change that slips from his fingers is wealth ordinary families could never attain in half a lifetime, and no one has ever been able to stay by his side.

How did such a good thing end up being snatched by Jin Chen? This is more enviable than picking up gold on the street.

But looking at Jin Chen's truly disaster-bringing face, any jealous thoughts could only be hidden in the heart—who let one's own appearance fall short of others?

The principle of first respecting the appearance then the soul is crystal clear for their profession.

"Mr. Pei, regarding yesterday's matter... I'm sorry, I spoke without thinking, and I will absolutely not do it again."

Xu Nanchun, no matter how unwilling, had to soften up; sensing Pei Yinnian's gaze lowering onto him, his clasped palms broke out in a fine cold sweat, and his voice trembled as he spoke.

He was born delicate and lovely; this appearance especially evoked pity; Jin Chen glanced sideways, tightened his grip on Pei Yinnian's arm, as if lacking a sense of security.

Pei Yinnian knew Jin Chen had also been wronged yesterday; perhaps influenced by the recent sympathy, he also defended Xu Nanchun in a similar manner, saying softly: "From now on, Mr. Xu just needs to keep his mouth shut—trouble comes from speech, as the saying goes; Young Master Xiao should teach you more."

Xu Nanchun: "……"

He stared up in surprise, and upon meeting Pei Yinnian's icy gaze, his face turned deathly pale as he lowered his eyes, "Yes…."

The class monitor opened his mouth but ultimately dared not speak.

Mr. Pei's words were not just a superficial reprimand; they meant letting Xu Nanchun act less—clearly a move to promote Jin Chen.

This kid Jin Chen really has good luck.

Without looking at the class monitor and Xu Nanchun's grim faces, Jin Chen, seeing the situation was good, wrapped it up; after saying a couple of words to Pei Yinnian, he saw him off as he got into the car and left, and even when Pei Yinnian looked over through the window, he didn't forget to flash a smile.

Pei Yinnian had to go discuss business at the dock; although those chamber of commerce members all harbored ulterior motives, as long as the Xiao family wasn't involved there was little danger, so Jin Chen didn't accompany him.

After the car left, those who got along well with Jin Chen came over asking, "Did you really latch onto Mr. Pei? You surely didn't sleep with him last night, did you?"

Jin Chen wasn't unaware of the envious, jealous, hateful gazes; he decided to nip all potential rivals in the bud.

His delicate fingertips lightly tapped his temples, his tone somewhat husky and bewitching, as if a drama queen had possessed him.

"So Mr. Pei specially sent me back, worried that riding a rickshaw would be too tiring."

Look at what nonsense is being said!

Now even taking a rickshaw feels too tiring!

Xu Nanchun took a deep breath, gave Jin Chen a cold, gloomy look, then turned and left.