PDLP Chapter 90 The Female Lead is Pre-selected
Chapter 90 The Female Lead is Pre-selected
Jiang Songchu had already returned to the Rhine Villa by this time.
Grandma Feng and Grandpa Xie were surprised to see Jiang Songchu return early and quickly asked why.
After learning what had happened from Xie Linxiao, the two elderly people were both angry and heartbroken.
Upon seeing this, Jiang Songchu quickly comforted the elderly couple, telling them that the matter had been resolved and they didn't need to worry.
Grandpa Xie snorted coldly, his face full of displeasure, and said, "Hmph! How did Xiao Meng become the principal? He's not as decisive as he was when he was young."
Grandma Feng chimed in, "That's right. Xiao Meng wasn't like this back then. Sigh, people get soft-hearted as they get older."
Listening to their conversation, Jiang Songchu realized that Grandpa Xie and Grandma Feng actually knew Principal Meng.
She was secretly surprised, but maintained a calm smile on her face.
Then Grandma Feng suggested with a smile, "Songchu came back early today, so let's not eat at home, let's go out to eat together!"
Upon hearing this, Xie Linxiao, who was sitting on the sofa, immediately crossed his legs casually and said, "Sure, Songchu, just name what you want to eat, it's on me!"
Jiang Songchu jokingly handed the difficult choice to Xie Linxiao, leaving Xie Linxiao feeling helpless.
After thinking for a moment, he suggested going to a restaurant that Jiang Songchu had mentioned wanting to visit but hadn't yet.
Upon hearing this, Jiang Songchu nodded happily in agreement.
Then, Jiang Songchu picked up Mo Bao, who had just come downstairs.
Mo Bao's bright black eyes kept darting around, making her look very cute.
Jiang Songchu couldn't help but feel a surge of joy. She gently stroked Mo Bao's fur, feeling its softness.
"Ah~ cat fur is so soft to the touch," Jiang Songchu exclaimed. "Especially when the weather gets cool, I wish I could hug this natural hand warmer all the time."
Mo Bao also nuzzled Jiang Songchu affectionately, seemingly in response to her affection.
As night fell, the restaurant's private room was brightly lit and warm, filled with the laughter of a family.
Everyone sat around a large round table, in the center of which sat a steaming copper hot pot, its aroma filling the air.
The hot pot exudes an enticing aroma, and the table is laden with all sorts of ingredients, from tender slices of beef and mutton to vibrant green vegetables and various kinds of meatballs, a colorful and appetizing sight.
A variety of ingredients bobbed up and down in the bubbling red and white broth, making one's mouth water.
Grandpa Xie sat in the main seat, his face beaming with a kind smile. He would occasionally serve food to Grandma Feng beside him and they would chat softly. Their eyes were filled with the warmth of bygone years.
As Jiang Songchu put vegetables into the pot, she vividly recounted her funny stories from school, making the whole family laugh.
Xie Linxiao sat next to Jiang Songchu, eating hot pot, and then changed the subject to the intimidation incident Jiang Songchu had encountered that day.
Lin Jiaru was listening intently, her chopsticks unconsciously tightening in her hand. But when she heard that Jiang Songchu had been threatened, Lin Jiaru's expression instantly turned serious, a flash of anger crossed her eyes, and the chopsticks in her hand almost flew out of control.
She frowned, her eyes flashing with anger and worry, as if she wanted to materialize her resentment and seek justice for her daughter.
But as the story unfolds, she learns that the classmate has dropped out of school, and her anger gradually subsides, but her vigilance and care grow even stronger.
“Songchu, if something like this happens again, don’t hesitate to call your mother. She will fly to your side immediately.”
Lin Jiaru's words were filled with unwavering determination, and her gaze was fixed on Jiang Songchu, as if she wanted to imprint this promise deeply into her daughter's heart.
Seeing this, Xie Zhenghua quickly spat twice, using a humorous tone to defuse the tense atmosphere: "Jiaru, what are you saying! Our Songchu is blessed with good fortune, how could he be so easily bullied!"
His words were tinged with affection, which made Lin Jiaru smile and the atmosphere became harmonious again.
"Mom, don't worry, I won't let anyone bully me! I'm very strong!" Jiang Songchu replied with a grin.
"Mom, I went to stand up for Xiao Chu! Don't you trust me?"
Xie Linxiao, sitting next to her eating hot pot, changed the subject with a slightly aggrieved expression, accusing her mother.
Lin Jiaru's lips twitched slightly at everyone's words. She took a deep breath and calmed her tone, saying, "I misspoke. Yes, Xiao Chu will never do such a thing again."
Then, she turned her gaze to Xie Linxiao, her brows furrowing again, her tone tinged with worry: "Xiaoxiao, is Lao Zhang and the others at Hongtian Entertainment up to something again?"
Upon hearing this, Xie Linxiao frowned. He pondered for a moment before slowly speaking, "Yes, the Zhang faction has indeed made some moves at Hongtian Entertainment, but they are all under my control. What's wrong, Mom?"
Although his answer was confident, a hint of worry flashed in his eyes.
Xie Zhenghua, however, was unconvinced. He snorted coldly, his tone tinged with reproach: "It's all under your control? Did you miss something and let the fish escape without even realizing it!" His gaze was sharp, as if he could see through everything.
Xie Linxiao was speechless for a moment after being choked by his father's words. His mind raced, and his gaze inadvertently swept over Jiang Songchu, who was eating hot pot...
Suddenly, he realized something: "Oh no, 'Red Cloud General'!"
He slapped his forehead and muttered to himself in annoyance, "How could I have forgotten about that?"
He immediately turned to Jiang Songchu and asked anxiously, "Songchu, have the audition results come out yet?"
At this moment, Jiang Songchu was immersed in a sea of delicious food. She took a bite of the marbled beef and squinted her eyes in bliss, seemingly not paying much attention to the conversation around her.
It wasn't until Xie Linxiao mentioned the audition results that she snapped out of her daze, quickly swallowed the food in her mouth, and replied, "No, Sister Yun hasn't informed me yet."
The silence at the dining table was broken by a crisp cell phone ringtone as soon as the words were spoken.
Jiang Songchu glanced at the screen and saw it was Chen Yun calling. He quickly answered the phone.
At Xie Linxiao's suggestion, Jiang Songchu turned on the speakerphone so that the whole family could hear the voice on the other end of the line.
"Sister Yun, what's wrong? I'm having dinner with my family, and the speakers are on. Is there anything I can help you with?"
"Oh, is that so? Then are President Xie and Chairman Xie all here? And President Lin too?" Sister Yun's voice carried a hint of probing and caution.
“Yes, we’re all here,” Jiang Songchu replied quickly.
Upon hearing this, Sister Yun's tone became more formal: "It's like this, Lin Qian called me, and it seems he made a move against President Zhang."
"But the specifics are still unknown. However, it seems that General Manager Zhang has also retaliated, putting a lot of pressure on Lin Qian."
"He demanded that Lin Qian internally decide on Bai Ye'er as the female lead in 'Red Clouds and Glass,' otherwise he would withdraw part of the investment and take back some of the support on behalf of Hongtian Entertainment..."