ROSGT Chapter 133: This Fat Guy Deserves to be Single Forever!
## Volume 1, Chapter 133: This Fat Guy Deserves to be Single Forever!
Ye Ling signed the contract, which was for a year. Jin Yun Records promised to treat her with first-rate star treatment. With Ye Chui's hit songs and Ye Ling's skills and sweetness, she would undoubtedly rise to fame.
Zhang Jinyun personally took her to tour the company. With the contract signed, Ye Ling was officially a part of the company. The company had places for practicing dance and rehearsing songs, along with a dedicated recording studio. Although not as professional as some top-tier studios, it was quite good.
Due to Ye Chui's leg inconvenience, he didn't join the tour but sent Zhou Ming and Fang Xi along. He and Fang Nan stayed in the reception room.
After chatting with Fang Nan for a bit, Ye Chui began recalling the plot of the movie *The Eagle Shooting Heroes*. Although it borrowed characters from *The Legend of the Condor Heroes*, it had little to do with the original story. The movie was extremely humorous, with many classic scenes and a catchy theme song.
Initially, Ye Chui had been upset with Song Tianpeng's attitude, but now he genuinely wanted to bring *The Eagle Shooting Heroes* to life. Deep in thought about the movie, his expression grew serious.
Chu Qingci, who had stayed in the reception room hoping to chat with Ye Chui, saw his demeanor and thought he was displeased about the meeting with Li Mingxian and Song Tianpeng. Seeing no opportunity for conversation, she tactfully left.
"What a missed opportunity. Why did Zhang Jinyun bring those two along? Sigh!" Chu Qingci muttered. She had helped Ye Chui today and was hoping to ask for a song, but Song Tianpeng had ruined it. However, she understood Zhang Jinyun's intentions. Adapting a novel into a film wasn't a chance everyone got. Under normal circumstances, Ye Chui should have been pleased, but who knew he would reject Song Tianpeng's adaptation so thoroughly?
"He said he would write the script himself? Not everyone can write a script, but... considering the miracles this man has already shown, I wouldn't be surprised if he managed to impress even Song Tianpeng with his script. Ye Chui is quite impressive, though it's a pity about his legs," Chu Qingci thought as she found Ye Ling and the others.
At that moment, Zhang Jinyun was showing Ye Ling a dance practice room where some of the company’s key trainees were practicing. Fang Xi stood outside the room, ogling them.
"This pervert!" Chu Qingci couldn’t help but despise Fang Xi’s lecherous behavior. However, another thought struck her. "Fang Xi seems close to Ye Chui. He brought him along today... I refused his dinner invitation out of anger last time, but maybe I should use this chance. He's easy to manipulate and could help me out. And if he lost weight, he might actually be handsome."
With this in mind, Chu Qingci approached Fang Xi with a charming smile. "Fang Xi, you look like you've lost a lot of weight. You’re looking more handsome."
Fang Xi, engrossed in watching the dancing girls, was startled by Chu Qingci’s words. Turning to see her, he chuckled, "Of course. I've been working out every day. I've lost over ten pounds in the past twenty days."
"You have such willpower! I feel like I've gained some weight recently. Could you share your weight loss tips with me? How about we go to a seafood restaurant I know? It's really good," Chu Qingci suggested, thinking he would eagerly accept her invitation.
"No way!" Fang Xi refused seriously. "Seafood makes you gain weight. We shouldn't go to a seafood restaurant."
"Um..." Chu Qingci was taken aback. She quickly adjusted, "How about a vegetarian restaurant then?"
"Even worse! Vegetarian restaurants use a lot of seasonings and excessive vegetable oil to improve taste, which can make you gain weight even faster," Fang Xi lectured.
Chu Qingci was getting annoyed. "Then where do you suggest we go for dinner?"
"Dinner at restaurants isn't good. Homemade organic food is the best way to control fat intake," Fang Xi continued.
Was he indirectly refusing her dinner invitation? Chu Qingci was furious but restrained herself. "How about we watch a movie then?"
"Watch a movie? Movies aren't as fun as games. How about we go to Golden Sun Arcade instead? They’ve got *Double Dragon* and *Fatal Fury* on the machines now. I can teach you how to beat them," Fang Xi suggested enthusiastically.
"..." Chu Qingci was at a loss for words. She was angry. This fat guy would rather play games than go out for dinner or a movie with a pretty girl? He deserved to be single forever!
"Forget it. I have no interest in going out with you," Chu Qingci said coldly, walking past Fang Xi into the dance room. She decided it would be better to build a relationship with Ye Ling. This fat guy could go to hell!
Fang Xi, watching her back, wasn't angry. Instead, a faint smile appeared on his face. One day, he would make this woman who once scorned him regret it.
He had never wavered in this resolve.
...
After the contract signing, Zhang Jinyun suggested going out to eat, but Ye Chui declined, and Zhang Jinyun didn't insist. He personally saw Ye Chui off.
Fang Nan had arranged a taxi, which was already waiting outside the company. As Fang Nan helped Ye Chui into the car, she thought, "It's such a hassle taking a taxi every time we go out. We should just buy a car... I won't tell Chui and Fang Xi for now. I’ll surprise them when I get it."
Ye Chui struggled into the back seat, thinking, "Taking taxis is a pain, but if Fang Nan drives, it might be dangerous. For now, taxis are safer."
Fang Xi sat in the front passenger seat while Ye Chui sat in the back between Fang Nan and Ye Ling. As the taxi started, Ye Ling waved goodbye to Zhou Ming through the window.
Seeing this, Ye Chui was a bit unhappy. "So, something is going on between my sister and Zhou Ming?" However, remembering Zhou Ming’s behavior today, he was quite pleased. The kid had good character, so he’d give him a chance. Besides, with the song *999 Roses*, Zhou Ming was bound to become popular once he officially debuted, making him a suitable match for Ye Ling.
Thinking of this, Ye Chui suddenly asked Ye Ling seriously, "Xiaoling, has Chu Qingci been in touch with you a lot recently?"
"Yes, Qingci-jie often contacts me. She even asked me to go shopping with her," Ye Ling replied cheerfully.
Ye Chui frowned. "Xiaoling, you shouldn’t get too close to her. It’s not good for you."
"Why?" Ye Ling was puzzled.
"She's too shrewd. I'm afraid you'll suffer if you get too close," Ye Chui explained. Seeing Ye Ling’s confusion, he elaborated. He recounted how Chu Qingci had appeared loyal by standing with Ye Ling against the company, even threatening to terminate her contract. But in reality, she knew Ye Chui was a Music Godfather, and that Zhang Jinyun would appease him. She didn't really risk losing her contract. It was all a calculated move to earn favor without any real loss.
"She acts decisively, but it’s all carefully planned. Like today, when she contacted the company’s lawyer instead of a private one. She knew the company’s lawyer would inform Zhang Jinyun, ensuring he would step in and resolve everything. She played Zhao Fugui and that Zhao Ling like fools."
After Ye Chui's explanation, Ye Ling and Fang Nan both looked enlightened. Their impressions of Chu Qingci had changed; she was more cunning than they had thought.
Fang Nan remarked, "But if Xiaoling signs with this company, won’t she be at a disadvantage?"
"Not necessarily," Ye Chui shook his head. "Although Chu Qingci is shrewd, she can be useful. Like today, she helped us deal with Zhao Fugui because she needed me. She’ll assist Xiaoling in many ways. We’re using her too. Just remember, Xiaoling, don’t get too close to her or treat her as a friend."
Ye Chui held Ye Ling's hand and said earnestly, "The entertainment industry is like this. You need to be cautious."
"Okay, I understand, brother," Ye Ling nodded thoughtfully.
Ye Chui glanced at Fang Xi in the front seat, impressed. The fat guy hadn't seemed surprised by his explanation, indicating he had good judgment. He deserved praise!
As the car drove on, Ye Chui planned to drop Ye Ling home first before heading to the studio. But as they neared the neighborhood, Ye Ling hesitated and said to Ye Chui, "Brother, there’s something I’m not sure if I should tell you. I noticed Dad seems to have some problems at work lately. He’s been very worried and has a lot more gray hair. He won’t tell me what's wrong though..."