Because of Tangning's persuasion, Wei An came to a compromise and slowed down the rate of filming.
Taka was quite surprised by this as he said to Tangning in broken Chinese, "I'm quite amazed by you. Why does the production crew always listen to you? Do you know how American directors are like? If you don't perform well, they're the type to kick you out straight away!"
Tangning couldn't help but burst out laughing, "I don't do anything special. I'm simply genuine in front of them."
Taka scoffed and said in a disapproving manner, "You Asians are troublesome."
"You're nothing like us Westerners. If we like something, then we like it; if we don't like something, then we don't. We don't act nice like you guys."
Tangning couldn't deny this statement.
She raised her head and smiled at Mo Ting who was talking on the phone not too far away.
A moment later, Mo Ting returned to Tangning's side and covered her with a jacket, "Fang Yu has organized the first round of promotions for 'The Lost Relative'. Survey results show that it is the second most anticipated film after 'W.H.'. Also, a big American Director has taken interest in you and Bei Chendong."
"Really?" Tangning once again experienced the joys of being an actress.
"I've told you before that you're Hai Rui's future superstar," Mo Ting hugged her and gave her a firm answer. "You deserve it."
"In that case...should I meet with the director?"
"I'm sorry Mrs Mo, I've made you lose the opportunity to pursue the international film stage. I still remember how you gave up on the Victoria's Secret runway because of me too."
Tangning looked at Mo Ting and reached out her hand to trace the curves of his handsome face, "It's not called giving up, it's called working together as a married couple. I don't see you mentioning the fact that you abandoned Hai Rui to take care of me? As long as it is for the sake of each other, it's not considered giving up. Because we gain more than we give."
"I will never regret any decision I make, nor will I stubbornly chase a particular status. You have taught me that there are a lot more possibilities in my life than I can see."
"Giving birth does not mean the end of my acting career. An actor is judged on their acting ability, not their age."
Mo Ting looked at Tangning; at her mesmerizing confidence. His lips slowly curved upwards.
Mo Ting knew how rare someone like Tangning was. Perhaps, there wouldn't be anyone else in the world who viewed everything so clearly.
...
Tangning had stopped appearing as often in front of the public for quite some time, but Hai Rui did not feel worried at all, because all three of Tangning's films were listed in the hottest film rankings.
Although 'Stupid' stopped screening, it had left a lasting influence on the industry. It's unique approach made film fans discover an alternative method of screenwriting.
Most surprising of all, was Tangning. Although she was just a supporting character, the female actress that she created, was extremely memorable. Best of all, she still had two films to release to the world.
Discussions surrounding Tangning did not reduce at all. In fact, she continued to be even more popular than actors that appeared often on variety shows and TV.
No one could explain this phenomenon. There was always someone that wanted to talk about Tangning's past. How she announced a comeback when she was about to get married, and how she became an actress when she was about to become an international supermodel...
It appeared, she always had more surprises up her sleeves. So, her fans were filled with anticipation for what was to come. They especially couldn't wait for 'W.H.' and 'The Lost Relative' to start screening. As a result, the coming year was expected to be very rewarding for Tangning.
But, no one would have imagined that behind-the-scenes she was surrounded by a load of schemes and calculations.
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