[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-the-fake-heiress-turns-out-to-be-a-true-tycoon":3,"chapter-the-fake-heiress-turns-out-to-be-a-true-tycoon-the-fake-heiress-turns-out-to-be-a-true-tycoon-chapter-1241":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","The Fake Heiress Turns out to Be a True Tycoon!",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":19,"prevChapterSlug":20,"totalChapters":21,"novelImage":22},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":15,"volume":16,"translator":17,"content_hash":18},1893234,2516,"Chapter 1239: Extra Story: Ariel Zimmerman & Gregory Xander 2","the-fake-heiress-turns-out-to-be-a-true-tycoon-chapter-1241",1241,"\u003Cp>Liancheng Film and Television Base.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ariel Zimmerman returned to the crew overnight, and went straight into work the next day.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Having taken a few days off, her schedule was already tight, and with all emotional scenes concentrated, Director Ian was initially worried that Ariel wouldn’t immediately get into character.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Unexpectedly, Ariel’s state was even better than before her leave.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Especially in her scenes with the male lead, despite playing a gentle and sweet girl-next-door, her presence completely overshadowed the male actor.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It seems that taking a break has its benefits.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Cut!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Director Ian called out, and for once cast a look of appreciation at Ariel,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Ariel’s emotional outburst just now was spot-on. Max, gather your emotions again, and let’s do one more take.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The actor called Max nodded to show he understood, and looked at Ariel with a somewhat wry smile,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Teacher Zimmerman, your presence was a bit overwhelming just now, could you give your junior a little break?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ariel, however, wasn’t her usual diplomatic self; instead, she gave him a sidelong glance and said,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Don’t talk to me right now, I’m not in the mood for men.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Max was visibly surprised by her words, and his face immediately took on a gossipy look, completely forgetting the first part of her sentence,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Someone actually managed to upset our Teacher Zimmerman, who could it be?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Don’t worry about it, focus on your scene,\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>said Ariel, ignoring him and turning around to return to her spot for a break.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The manager knew where she had been last night, and it was the first time they had seen their artist cry so pitifully.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Originally wanting to persuade her to rest for a couple of days before resuming work, they found she wouldn’t listen, determined to devote herself to the crew.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The manager had mixed feelings.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Both relieved by her dedication and somewhat worried about her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Handing over a cup of milk tea, they said,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Here, full sugar with milk and pearls for you.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ariel’s eyes widened as she looked at the large cup of milk tea presented before her. Just about to take it, she hesitated,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Wait, full sugar?! Aren’t I only allowed to have one-third sugar?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This cup’s sugar content was clearly excessive, wasn’t it?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The manager shrugged, \"Just this once, it’s fine. For your hard work and determination.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Pausing, they added,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Also, having something sweet can help lift your spirits.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That last point was obviously the main reason.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ariel smiled a little, her smile almost returning to its usual charm.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Without hesitation, she took the milk tea, poked it open, and took a big sip.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The next second, her face showed a satisfied expression from the sugar boost.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ariel took another sip, sighing deeply before saying,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Don’t worry about me, I’m in great form now. As the saying goes, without a man in one’s heart, the sword becomes divine by nature. My goal now is to become the Best Actress!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Who cares about those lousy men? She didn’t miss them at all.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the entertainment industry, there’s no need to be in a relationship.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>From this point on, she, Ariel Zimmerman, would focus solely on her career!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As she said this, she picked up the script beside her and began to study it earnestly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The manager looked at her with a bit of helplessness.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If she truly didn’t care, why would a phone-addicted girl intentionally leave her phone behind, not even asking about it during her break today?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Instead of lingering, the manager turned to head towards the RV.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The assistant was still organizing Ariel’s things, and Ariel’s flashy phone was on the car.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With a pout, the manager asked,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Did anyone call for Ariel on her phone?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>During work, the phone is usually kept by the assistant. Hearing the manager, the assistant nodded immediately,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"There were many calls, the crew’s PR manager, Mr. Lester from the company, Mrs. Zimmerman, and...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After hearing a list of messages from the assistant, not hearing the one they wanted, the manager couldn’t help but interrupt,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Did that person send any messages?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Who?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The assistant was a bit confused, and after exchanging glances with the manager for a while, the manager simply waved it off,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Never mind, even if that person contacts her, don’t let Ariel know. We don’t want to disturb her current state.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With that, they turned to leave, pausing to add,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"But you can tell me.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As her manager, they were truly concerned about their little star.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ariel had no idea what the manager was doing. At this moment, she was sitting with milk tea, staring blankly at Max’s retake.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As she watched, under the lights, Max’s face seemed to blur into another solemn, stern figure with a hint of aloofness in his voice.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Realizing her distraction, Ariel shook her head, turned away, not watching any further.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Having just come back, Director Ian didn’t schedule any overnight shoots for her, but even so, by the time Ariel returned to the hotel room, it was already dark.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>There were always fans waiting for her at the door as she went to and from work.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>No matter what emotions she felt inside, Ariel always presented a sweet and friendly face to the fans.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Smiling and waving goodbye to fans, the moment she turned around and got into the car, she thought she caught a glimpse of a familiar figure among the crowd.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But before she could take a closer look, that figure was swallowed up by the crowd.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sitting in the car, Ariel berated herself for being useless.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her gaze fell on the phone the assistant handed over, but Ariel didn’t take it immediately, instead asking,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Was there anyone looking for me?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The assistant repeated what they had previously told the manager.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Not hearing the name she hoped for, her chest filled with a sense of disappointment that she tried to suppress. Finally, she couldn’t resist picking up her phone.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Quickly scrolling through, she found neither chat messages nor calls from that person. Her heart sank a little. Out of frustration, she tossed the phone onto the seat and slumped angrily to the side.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At that moment, she seemed to have forgotten that she had blocked that person just the day before.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But even if she remembered, what difference would it make?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If he truly wanted to contact her, even blocked and deleted, he would always find a way to reach her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The lack of messages signified that he had no intention to explain or contact her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She should have known it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Despite knowing, she still felt saddened.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Silent, she returned to the hotel, and after entering the elevator, she simply leaned back with her eyes closed. Her assistant assumed she was tired and didn’t disturb her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just as the elevator doors were about to close, she heard a ding.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The elevator was reopened from outside.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ariel stood up instinctively, opened her eyes, and was taken aback by the sight of the man standing outside.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Outside the elevator, Gregory Xander dressed casually, with a backpack, and a calm yet firm expression, looked at her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Their eyes met, Ariel was just questioning whether her eyes were playing tricks on her when his steady voice from outside the elevator asked,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"May I come in?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even as he asked, he was already stepping into the elevator without hesitation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the small space, with the familiar face so close, Ariel finally realized this was no hallucination.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gregory Xander, he had indeed come.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Came to find her...\u003C\u002Fp>",1249,"2026-06-10T07:19:05.091Z",1,"novelbin.me","2fb6b1dc19e9eeb02e9119c4d7b511b6e27a1ba1eafc41597c1ff2e238aefe9a","the-fake-heiress-turns-out-to-be-a-true-tycoon-chapter-1242","the-fake-heiress-turns-out-to-be-a-true-tycoon-chapter-1240",1286,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fthe-fake-heiress-turns-out-to-be-a-true-tycoon-cover.jpg"]