Chapter 33: Openly Confronting Banxia

The same morning, the children went to school.

In the courtyard of the Yuzhu villa, every potted plant was meticulously chosen, simple and symmetrical, highlighting a sense of stability.

The villa was a blend of Chinese and Western design, the charm of Chinese style complementing the details of Western style, creating a pleasing aesthetic and a comfortable living experience.

In the morning sun, Lin Banxia was drying medicinal herbs while listening to Shaoheng report, “Boss, I’ve found out Lin Yiyao’s schedule. She has a filming appointment today.”

Banxia took a few herbs and put them in a basket, then handed them to a nearby maid, “No need to wash them, just boil them directly.”

“Yes, Madam.”

Then, Lin Banxia didn’t go back inside. She clapped her hands, glanced at Shaoheng, and said, “Let’s go meet her.”

Shaoheng turned around and opened the passenger door. As Banxia got into the car, Steward Shen hurried out,

“Madam! Madam, where are you going?”

As he approached, he said to her, “Mr. Zhan said he wants you to be safe.”

“I’m going to see an old friend, I’ll be back soon.” Lin Banxia smiled, “Shaoheng is with me, nothing will happen.”

Where to? Who to see? He wanted to ask, but he felt he shouldn’t, feeling a bit conflicted.

Lin Banxia reassured him, “Don’t worry, nothing will happen.” Six years ago, she escaped death, she’s got a charmed life, it’s not easy to kill her.

However, she felt the concern coming from Zhan Jingting.

The car left the villa, picked up a few more men, and headed towards a luxurious cruise ship docked by the sea.

Lin Yiyaohad signed a short drama yesterday, with six days of filming, all taking place on this docked luxury cruise ship.

“The female lead hasn’t arrived yet, and I don’t know if these clothes will fit.” The costume designer was busy in the dressing room, “I heard that Mr. Ji will come to visit the set today.”

“Of course, I don’t know what happened to Yutong, her phone is unreachable! If this delays filming and angers Mr. Ji, it won’t be good.”

At this moment, Lin Yiyao entered, the previous conversation falling into her ears, “Let me try the costume! The first scene is the female lead’s, and I’ve already memorized the lines.”

She had a sense of rescuing the situation, but in reality, she had been eyeing the female lead role for a long time.

To avoid making the investor, Mr. Ji, wait, the costume designer, after discussing with the director, decided to let her try the costume.

And Lin Yiyao, wanted to seize this opportunity in front of the big boss.

If the short drama performed well, she might even be able to star in the same-named web drama… Sitting in the makeup chair, she closed her eyes and dreamed of becoming a star.

Meanwhile, Lin Banxia sat in the passenger seat of the Maybach, her eyes cold, her whole body exuding a cool and powerful aura.

“Boss, someone tried to set fire to the Su Lin Mansion last night. It was War’s men who caught them red-handed and alerted the police. They’re all at the station now.”

“Who tried to set the fire? Yang Yi-Ming?” Lin Banxia guessed, because he was their current top enemy.

“Still under investigation.”

Lin Banxia didn’t even bother looking at him. “A dog can’t change its spots, ignoring the law.” As long as Uncle Ming was cured, he would be the main witness, and all the things Yang Yi-Ming had done would be brought to justice.

Meanwhile, on a luxurious cruise ship.

“Sorry, sorry!” Yutong rushed into the dressing room, apologizing profusely, but was shocked by the scene before her.

The makeup that was supposed to be hers was now on the second female lead, Lin Yiyao!

“What’s going on?! This look is mine, right?” Yutong questioned everyone. “Didn’t you send me this outfit last night?”

The costume designer, afraid to offend her, just looked at her and didn’t dare say anything. She just continued her work, finishing the final details for Lin Yiyao.

It was because Yutong had described herself as War’s person, someone who could come and go freely in War’s villa. She had even boasted to the crew about drinking afternoon tea at the Yuzhu Villa and showed them photos.

“Are you all deaf?! I’m talking to you!” Yutong took two steps forward, furious.

Lin Yiyao turned her head, looking at her with disgust. “What are you so arrogant about? Are you blind? I’m taking the female lead’s script now! Filming is about to start, you can slowly do your makeup!”

This angered Yutong. Her eyes filled with anger, she was about to rush forward and tear her apart!

Two makeup artists quickly stopped her.

“Don’t, don’t, don’t! The makeup is finally done! Mr. Ji is coming to visit the set! Miss Yutong, please go try on the second female lead’s makeup! This is all approved by the director.”

Lin Yiyao snorted coldly. “Who told you to be late? You think this set is your home?”

As the saying goes, where there are people, there is a world, especially where there are women. Yutong believed she was young and beautiful, and she always thought the female lead role was hers.

So, the two of them started arguing.

“What tricks did you use to get the female lead role?” Yutong was disgusted with her.

But Lin Yiyao didn’t want to argue with her at all, because she was already dressed up beautifully, ready to meet Mr. Ji.

She was about to leave when Lin Banxia appeared at the doorway. Lin Yiyao’s steps faltered, “…” Their eyes met, and she was shocked.

Yutong turned her head and gasped when she saw Lin Banxia. How could it be her?

At this moment, the costume designer saw that both the female lead and the second female lead had calmed down. Not caring who the girl at the door was, she mediated.

“Miss Yutong, we know your big backer is Zhan, but… today is a special situation. Mr. Ji said he’s coming to visit the set, and you haven’t shown up yet, so…”

Use more descriptive language to convey the characters’ emotions.

Clarify the relationship between “Zhan” and the characters.

Translate the Chinese idioms and sayings accurately.

Feather looked at Lin Banxia with a guilty conscience, avoiding eye contact. Lin Banxia knew about her relationship with Zhan Jingting. But Banxia didn’t even bother with Feather, she only glanced at her briefly.

Her eyes were locked on Lin Yiyao, who was still in shock and dressed up beautifully.

The two makeup artists realized something was wrong when they saw the girl at the door stepping inside, followed by several men.

Lin Banxia pulled a chair and sat down, her eyes never leaving Lin Yiyao.

The men blocked her path, their eyes filled with hostility, clearly looking for trouble.

Feather was surprised and clearly stunned, “…” but it was obvious that she wasn’t the target today.

This woman had such a strong aura! What did she have against Lin Yiyao?

Feather cautiously took two steps back, standing in front of the dressing table, holding her breath and watching the scene unfold.

Knowing this was her territory, Lin Yiyao stiffened her neck and puffed up her chest, “Lin Banxia, what are you doing here?!”

“I didn’t want to target you, because I don’t even consider you worth my attention.” Banxia sat in the chair and looked at Shaoheng, “Don’t waste time with him, hit her.”

Shaoheng gave a gesture, and two of his men stepped forward, slapping Lin Yiyao across the face!

The crisp sound of the slap echoed! It shocked everyone present!

Feather even flinched!

The slap landed on Lin Yiyao’s face! It burned with pain, and she erupted in anger, “Lin Banxia! You’re crazy!” She tried to fight back, but her hands were restrained.

“Lin Banxia!” She screamed, struggling, her freshly applied makeup smeared, her neatly styled hair falling loose, “Are you insane?! You’re running wild here!”

The makeup artists had never seen anything like this. They took out their phones and tremblingly dialed the director’s number.

“I’m just being upfront, I don’t do things in secret. If I wanted to get you, I wouldn’t hide behind my back.” Banxia’s soft voice carried a chilling tone, sarcastically referring to the other woman’s underhanded actions last night.