Chapter 463: Beautiful Woman Cameo

Since ancient times, idle people attract gossip!

But Jing Tian truly has a cheerful, guileless nature; she hardly ever stirs up trouble, and even her temper is rare—she's really that especially sunny, outgoing girl.

Thus, whenever Jiang Heng sees her, he can't help but feel happy.

And when he's happy, he often can't resist the urge to spend money.

"Hey, is there anything you want to buy?"

"Ah!"

Jing Tian blinked, and her smile instantly turned radiant.

"Mm, I want new clothes!"

"Let's go!"

Jiang Heng said let's go and they went; Jing Tian didn't stand on ceremony, nor did she think it a problem to spend his money, because she herself is also very good at making money.

Yet at the peak of her career, for Jiang Heng she went into semi-retirement, earning at least one 'small goal' less each year—buying some clothes and accessories is nothing.

The two took the elevator straight to the underground parking lot, drove a newly bought Range Rover to SKP Mall.

On the way, Jing Tian, sitting in the passenger seat, chatted excitedly when suddenly her phone rang.

She glanced at it and said, "Baby wants to invite me to go shopping together!"

"Then let's invite her along!"

"Really!"

"Have her give a location, then go pick her up directly!"

"Huh? If I say you should go pick her up, you'd have to scare her half to death!"

"Then let's deliberately scare her once!"

"Okay!"

Jing Tian immediately replied to the message, asking where Yang Tianbao was.

At that moment, she was having afternoon tea at an upscale restaurant near Wangfujing.

"Detective Dee: The Dragon King" was hot in theaters; her portrayal of the courtesan 'Yin Ruiji' received much praise, with many netizens commenting, "I never expected the variety-show goddess to have such a beautiful side."

There were also praises for Director Xu Ke, saying he really knows how to film beautiful women.

Although the reputation and box office of "The Dragon King" didn't meet expectations, Yang Tianbao indeed gained fame from this film.

Lately, the scripts and invitations she's received have been increasing.

But after careful selection, she became disheartened again.

Nothing else—the investments are too small, and there's no famous big director.

They're just a bunch of people who noticed her rising fame and want to hitch a ride on her traffic.

The problem is she also wants to hitch a ride on traffic now—she wants to hitch a ride on Jiang Heng's.

"The Heroic Legend of the Armed Forces" sequel is about to start filming; Yang Tianbao knows this, because the character Zhao Xin in it is played by Huang Xiaoming.

But regarding Yang Tianbao's idea of joining the cast, Huang Xiaoming holds a negative attitude.

His view is that he already once asked Jiang Heng to let them cameo in "New Heavenly Sword and Dragon Slaying Saber", and it would really be awkward to ask again.

Furthermore, even if she did appear, it would be only a small role with little screen time, which to him means little significance.

It would be better to accumulate more affection and someday compete for a major female lead role.

Yang Tianbao also agrees with Huang Xiaoming's words, but it's a shame to waste the opportunity like that.

Furthermore, she thinks that only by having more contact with Jiang Heng can she become familiar with him.

Once the relationship improves, she can herself ask for a role instead of going through others—that's her true goal.

Coincidentally, Huang Xiaoming was out attending an event, so she prepared to invite Jing Tian shopping, asking her to speak on her behalf.

When Da Tian Tian said she would come to pick her up, Yang Tianbao didn't think much of it.

Seeing a Range Rover parked at the entrance, she went out to open the passenger door, only to see Jing Tian sitting there, smiling and waving at her.

And the driver turned out to be Jiang Heng. "Director Jiang, you, you came too?"

Yang Tianbao was first startled then delighted, quickly opening the rear door and getting in, secretly sighing at her good luck.

"Mm, I came out to accompany her shopping!"

"Director Jiang really is so thoughtful. Sweetie, you're really enviable!"

Da Tian Tian's smile was warm, and she felt very honored.

"Just idling around, so I came out for a stroll!"

Yang Tianbao really doesn't believe that, because Jiang Heng is not only a famous director but also a big boss with many companies—how could he possibly be truly idle?

"How nice—unlike my family's someone, who disappears after the New Year!"

Da Tian Tian said: "Xiao Ming ge is at the height of his fame; he's definitely busy!"

Yang Tianbao said: "His meager achievements, how can they compare to Director Jiang?"

All the way they chatted about 'mutual business praise,' and soon arrived at SKP Mall.

Jiang Heng's shopping was still quick; Da Tian Tian packed up everything she liked, then paid, and even the few items Yang Tianbao casually glanced at were all settled together.

Yang Tianbao's smile was bright: "How is this kind?"

Jiang Heng said: "You're the variety-show goddess; 'Running Man' has achieved today's success thanks to your considerable contribution—consider this a small reward."

Yang Tianbao bashfully said: "No merit, no reward; Director Jiang, please remember me whenever you need something in the future!"

Jiang Heng didn't think much, just nodded casually in agreement.

Yang Tianbao candidly said: "My acting isn't great, but I'm fine with vase-like roles. If you have such a role, Director Jiang, pick me, pick me!"

Jiang Heng laughed upon hearing that, not expecting her to have such awareness.

After thinking, he said: "In 'The Heroic Legend of the Armed Forces 2', there are actually some vase roles—pure vase, pure cameo?"

"No problem, Director Jiang. You say how to act, I'll act that way; you've seen the previous effect!" Yang Tianbao was somewhat excited.

She played Yang Buhui in the previously filmed New Heaven Sword and Dragon Saber; her acting was naturally just mediocre, and only after Jiang Heng had explained the scenes to her twice did she manage to pass.

But in her view, she still had potential.

Especially her portrayal of Yin Ruiji in Detective Dee: The Dragon King of the Divine Capital, which received considerable praise from the industry and fans! Jiang Heng laughed and said, "Alright, then it's settled!"

Yang Tianbao was overjoyed, thanked him profusely, and Jiang Heng accepted it calmly.

The reason he agreed to Yang Tianbao's request was, firstly, he thought her looks were indeed not bad; secondly, her popularity was currently high, and she could also contribute some box-office draw to the film.

But mainly he felt that letting Liu Yifei play Ding Sitian in Dragon Seeking Secrets also counted as seizing her "qi yun", making up for it a little.

After all, Yang Tianbao has been active for so many years; the only roles that have earned audience recognition are just those two.

Of course, in the sequel to Heroic Soldiers, she could not possibly play any important role.

Jiang Heng's initial idea was to let her play a member of the angels, whether or not she had a name was still up for discussion. After shopping ended, the three of them ate together before sending Yang Tianbao back.

On the way, Jing Tian couldn't help but say, "Actually, I think Baby's acting is not bad?"

Jiang Heng stared, astonished, looking at Da Tian Tian.

The latter, feeling embarrassed from being looked at, coquettishly asked, "What's wrong?"

Jiang Heng said with a smile, "I have the feeling that someone who just barely passed feels that a classmate who scored fifty-nine is also not an ordinary person."

Upon hearing that, Da Tian Tian felt both shy and annoyed, "How annoying, you just barely passed yourself!"

Jiang Heng smiled, then drove on in silence, feeling at ease.

Jing Tian's acting was naturally better than Yang Tianbao's, but not by much.

She could become a hit in this life mainly because she participated in a big-effects blockbuster, Jiang Heng also conscientiously coached her on her acting, and the role itself was very outstanding.

Otherwise, this young lady would probably still be stuck with the label of being unable to gain popularity! (End of chapter)