The previous contract clearly stated everything. Her current situation would attract negative attention to the crew and cause them financial losses, making her the breaching party. The director was being merciful by not seeking compensation from her.
With troubles piling up, Meng Jingwei felt overwhelmed.
At the film studio.
Since Tang Wanxing had accommodation within the crew, she stayed directly at the set.
She knew Meng Jingwei's current situation well, as she and Qiao Ziqian had orchestrated the incident.
She had been waiting for Qing Muye to step forward and clarify things for Meng Jingwei, wanting to test his feelings for her. However, Qing Muye had made no move.
It wasn't until she overheard the director reprimanding Meng Jingwei on the phone and expelling her from the crew that her mood lightened slightly.
"Director Li?"
Tang Wanxing walked over, feigning ignorance as she asked, "What's wrong? Who's angered you so early in the morning?"
Director Li put his phone in his pocket and snorted, "It's Meng Jingwei again, causing all sorts of trouble. Now there are reporters all over the crew, and netizens are directly blasting our production online. Isn't this just attracting negative attention!"
"What's going on? I had no idea."
She put on a surprised expression, opened Weibo on her phone, and looked at the trending searches. A deeper smile formed on her lips, but she quickly concealed it.
"Director Li, you don't need to be so angry. I think it's quite good. Meng Jingwei has brought free traffic and exposure to the crew because of this incident, isn't that better?"
Tang Wanxing came to the set specifically for Meng Jingwei. If Meng Jingwei was kicked out, what would be the point of her filming this drama?
Moreover, Qiao Ziqian wouldn't agree to let Meng Jingwei leave.
Director Li sat on a bench in the corridor and lit a cigarette, fuming, "Don't you see how nasty those people online are being? Some netizens are even saying I'm using Meng Jingwei's popularity for hype. Can you believe what they're saying!"
Everyone in the industry knew that Director Li was arrogant and couldn't tolerate any nonsense.
Tang Wanxing wasn't surprised by his reaction.
"The filming of 'The Orphaned Daughter of a General' has just begun, and the buzz shouldn't die down. But as long as Meng Jingwei is here, she'll remain a hot topic, bringing a lot of free traffic to our crew. These are all good things."
She sat beside Director Li, smiling gently, "And I believe Meng Jingwei is not that kind of person."
Tang Wanxing appeared understanding, her classically beautiful face adorned with a hypocritical smile, making it impossible for anyone to perceive the darkness within her heart.
Director Li stroked his beard and thought for a moment, then sighed, "I've already made my statement. What… what should we do now?"
As he spoke, his eyes, gleaming with shrewdness, cast a meaningful glance at Tang Wanxing, his intention clear.
Tang Wanxing understood immediately and said, "Director Li, don't worry. Meng Jingwei and I have a good relationship. I'll talk to her."
"Hahaha, good, good. Wanxing, thank you for your trouble."
"You're too kind, Director," Tang Wanxing replied politely.
After Director Li left, Tang Wanxing returned to her resting room.
As she stepped inside, Qiao Ziqian followed closely behind.
"You came back so early yesterday. Didn't get my brother?" Qiao Ziqian walked over and sat on the sofa, resting his feet on the coffee table, and casually glanced at Tang Wanxing.
The moment Tang Wanxing thought of last night, a hint of helplessness flickered across her exquisite and stunning face. "He said that we are lifelong friends, and it's limited to being friends."
Taken at face value, the statement itself seemed harmless. However, analyzing it in light of recent events, it was clear that Qing Muye was drawing a line between them.