The film was to start shooting in July and was due for release in December. As for the Fei Tian Awards, they would be held in February the next year.
So, 'The Lost Relative' was Gu Heng's biggest hope. Especially since her agency had hinted that they'd try to bribe the judges this year. If she missed this chance, her agency may end up placing their focus on someone else.
Bai Qiusheng was right...She couldn't afford to wait any longer.
Within the industry, who didn't strive for fame and fortune? Didn't Mo Ting also put a lot of 'effort' into helping Tangning? When it came to stepping on others, Hai Rui never held back, right?
...
After becoming an actress, Tangning's appearance in front of the public reduced dramatically. Apart from attending events, she barely stepped foot out of her house because she wanted to spend all her time preparing for her new film. After all, the film this time posed quite a challenge for her.
In order to help Tangning get into her police role, Mo Ting hired an actual police officer to train Tangning like a cadet in a police academy. Whether it was the way she walked, her fighting stance or even the way she held a gun, she tried her best to look exactly like the real thing. As a result, Tangning began to appear more and more heroic. She was so impressive that Long Jie would raise her thumb everytime Tangning grabbed her gun.
"If someone didn't know, they might think you are an actual police officer."
Inside the training grounds, Tangning put down her fake gun and leaned against the wall, "Police are amazing. So, my mission is to show the audience how great they are."
"Well, it's time for a break. Your husband was worried that you'd be hungry, so he told Lu Che to tell me to deliver you a healthy lunch. Don't just focus on training, you should come here and eat some food first."
"OK," Tangning nodded.
Long Jie opened the lunch boxes and sat in the training ground with Tangning, ready to eat. But, just before they picked up their chopsticks, Long Jie suddenly said, "Do you want me to do some investigations regarding the male lead? As for the defeated Gu Heng, she auditioned for female lead but had to settle for the supporting character, I'm afraid she won't just accept the result so easily."
"You finally know how to be cautious," Tangning smiled. "If you have some spare time, you could have a look into it for me."
"OK, I'll look into it after we're done here." After speaking, Long Jie suddenly looked a little awkward.
"Is there something else you want to talk about?" Tangning could sense her hesitation so she prompted her to talk.
"Do you think, as a woman gets older, it's harder for her to get pregnant? I've been trying to get pregnant for a while now, but nothing seems to be happening. I'm a bit worried that there's something wrong with me," Long Jie said worriedly as she put down her chopsticks. "Tangning, I really want to give Lu Che a child as soon as possible."
"Have you done a medical examination?" Tangning asked.
"I'm too afraid to go..."
"It's best you discuss it with Lu Che. This is a matter concerning the two of you. Stop bottling up your worries or something bad might happen. Haven't you learned from your past?"
Tangning was referring to the time that Long Jie was forced to kneel.
Long Jie nodded, "You're right, I'll discuss it with him when I get home."
Tangning watched as Long Jie's head sunk and began to feel a little worried. Why was she so desperate to have a child?
After Long Jie left, Tangning couldn't help but give Lu Che a phone call.
"Madam? Let me get the President on the phone for you..."
"No need. I want to speak to you," Tangning said as she leaned against her desk, "Do you know what Long Jie has been concerned about lately? Her mind seemed to be elsewhere during lunchtime. I understand that the work given to you by Ting is important, but you mustn't forget to take note of the people around you."
Lu Che furrowed his brows questioningly. But of course, he understood Tangning's concern, so he nodded his head, "Thank you, Madam, for your concern."
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