Female Star's Personal Bodyguard

Rumors had it that a renowned director wanted to cast Zhang Hanyu for a film, but he stumbled upon Liu Shihua and was immediately captivated. He then decided to give the lead female role directly to Liu Shihua, which infuriated Zhang Hanyu upon hearing the news!

Liu Shihua's popularity had surpassed Zhang Hanyu's, with even more explosive fame, leading to a significant loss of Zhang Hanyu's fans—all of whom switched allegiances to Liu Shihua!

Zhang Hanyu had been known for her innocent image since her debut, even though her personal life was rather unsavory. However, her public image was always pure and ethereal, an inviolable goddess!

But the meteoric rise of Liu Shihua quickly dimmed her shine. There can't be two tigers on the same mountain; the entertainment industry only needed one innocent goddess!

By the time Zhang Hanyu realized the threat Liu Shihua posed, it was too late. The star power of the great Liu Shihua was firmly established, and even a deity couldn't hinder her advancing footsteps!

However, Zhang Hanyu still had her means. Even under Liu Shihua's sidelining, she managed to thrive in the entertainment industry, forcing admiration for her networking skills.

Zhang Hanyu's tactic was to rely on men—the public's innocent goddess was nothing more than a plaything in the eyes of big shots.

Moreover, this was common knowledge in the entertainment circle, so none of the female artists present stood up to support her during Liu Shihua's scathing mockery, because that's simply who she was!

Ye Chen knew something about the grudge between the two women, but after Liu Shihua's remarks, he could only prostrate himself in awe of her.

In this confrontation, Liu Shihua had undoubtedly triumphed, showcasing the profound depth of our great Huaxia's language. Every sentence was classic, worthy of being included in textbooks for posterity's reverence.

"Liu Shihua, I'm no match for your sharp tongue, but you have been in the entertainment industry for so many years without any romance rumors. Do you like women?" Zhang Hanyu, unable to contain her bitterness, brought up another topic, "I know you have a beautiful female manager, and she hasn't had a boyfriend for years either. Are you two secretly an item?"

"Haha, the big star Liu Shihua likes women—although this rumor has been around for a while, it has never been confirmed. But if someone in authority disclosed it, it would definitely cause an uproar. The public opinion would crush you!" Zhang Hanyu laughed wildly, believing herself to be clever and genius for seizing upon Liu Shihua's Achilles' heel.

Little did she know, as Zhang Hanyu was basking in her glory, everyone else viewed her with contempt, thinking they had never seen someone so foolish!

Even if you were to leak the information, or have someone authoritative disclose that Liu Shihua was into women, stirring up a frenzy and endless public debate, it would only add to Liu Shihua's popularity. All she would need to do is find a man, stir up some romance rumors, then issue a brief statement, and the rumors would crumble on their own!

"What an idiot!" Liu Shihua couldn't help but snicker, Zhang Hanyu, you are truly a unique specimen!

Liu Shihua couldn't understand why Zhang Hanyu was so daft, nor could she fathom how such a woman could become so beloved in the entertainment industry.

Everyone might have thought Zhang Hanyu's words were harmless nonsense, but there was one person who took it seriously—Ye Chen!

"I don't know if Liu Shihua likes women, but Zhang Xinlan definitely doesn't!" Ye Chen said as he made an official statement on behalf of Zhang Xinlan.

This handsome man, rumored to be Liu Shihua's boyfriend, had been silent all this time, quietly supporting her. Even as Liu Shihua and Zhang Hanyu exchanged verbal volleys, he did not show any reaction.

However, when Ye Chen spoke up, all the onlookers were dumbstruck. What were you playing at?

"Who are you to interrupt me when I'm talking!" Zhang Hanyu snapped, showing her shrewish side.

"I am Zhang Xinlan's boyfriend, and they really aren't together!" Ye Chen earnestly explained, surrounded by ravishing beauties, he had no desire to be rough.

"You are Zhang Xinlan's boyfriend, then what are you doing with Liu Shihua? It's utterly nonsensical!" Zhang Hanyu said, eyeing Ye Chen, surprised that this quiet and good-looking guy was Zhang Xinlan's boyfriend.

Zhang Xinlan was notorious for her many scandals, and it was unexpected that her boyfriend would be so handsome, which made Zhang Hanyu enviously resentful.

Ye Chen, dressed in a tailored suit, exuded an extraordinary presence—he had to be the scion of a wealthy family... Zhang Hanyu grew more and more envious.

"I am Zhang Xinlan's boyfriend, as well as Liu Shihua's bodyguard!" Ye Chen declared, but then he suddenly realized he probably didn't need to explain so much.

"Bodyguard?" Zhang Hanyu's eyes widened as he looked at Ye Chen and then glanced at Liu Shihua, before bursting into laughter, "Haha, I'm dying of laughter, screw your bodyguard! If you want to kill two birds with one stone, just say it straight. What's with all this bullshit, I didn't expect Liu Shihua, that you and Zhang Xinlan are actually sharing a boyfriend!"

"Ye Chen, you big asshole!" Liu Shihua cursed in her heart. She had practically sealed the victory, only for Ye Chen's sudden intrusion to ruin it, which infuriated her greatly.

"Are you stupid, or am I stupid?" Liu Shihua was fuming inwardly, but her face betrayed nothing of the sort. She inexplicably smiled, "Who is Zhang Xinlan, after all? How could any ordinary joe deserve her!" Liu Shihua elevated Zhang Xinlan's status to an impossible height, then shot Ye Chen a faint look, "He's called Goudan'er, a beggar I picked up from the streets. He doesn't look half bad and has some strength, so I dressed him up in gold and made him my bodyguard."

Ye Chen's eye twitched. Liu Shihua's storytelling abilities were just too formidable; she could spin a yarn as if it were true. But couldn't she have given him a more dignified name? Why the hell did it have to be Goudan'er!

"Haha, you think you're making a movie, huh? That's way too far-fetched!" Zhang Hanyu laughed heartily, clearly not believing a word.

The actress onlookers were also silently laughing. Liu Shihua's statement was too strained and lacked any persuasive power.

"You don't believe me?" Liu Shihua's face didn't show a trace of nervousness. She looked at Ye Chen and mumbled to herself, "Goudan'er, you do look good, tall and formidable, you're very lovable. Look around, all these older sisters like you!"

Ye Chen had a dark face; he wanted to clarify he was not Goudan'er, but Liu Shihua's stern look stopped him.

"Goudan'er, you're naturally mentally challenged, muddle-headed, have been a beggar and even stolen manhole covers. But wearing these clothes, it's as if you've become a different person. If I said you were simple-minded, nobody would believe me, right?" Liu Shihua said to herself, then turned to ask Ye Chen.

"Are you out of your mind? Would anyone willingly admit they're an idiot? By doing so, wouldn't they really become one!" Zhang Hanyu scoffed.

"That's right, my lord! They are all so silly, they can't even tell I'm an idiot!" Ye Chen said obediently, addressing Liu Shihua as his master and admitting he was a fool.

The atmosphere took a sudden turn; Ye Chen's foolish reveal made the room's atmosphere extremely bizarre.

"Tell me, is your name Goudan'er?" Liu Shihua continued, oblivious to the change in expression of those around her, asking Ye Chen.

"Master, I am Goudan'er!" Ye Chen said.

"Tell me, are you an idiot?" Liu Shihua added.

"Master, I am indeed an idiot!" Ye Chen said, his face nothing but an idiotic expression, as if declaring proudly that he was an idiot.

"Mm, Goudan'er is obedient. Later, master will buy you chicken legs to eat!" Liu Shihua was pleased and patted Ye Chen's head like a dog. She was very satisfied with Ye Chen's performance.

Ye Chen basked in the comfort of his master's touch, showing an intoxicated expression. However, inside he was howling like a banshee: Liu Shihua, do I have a beef with you? You keep glaring at me with those fierce eyes, giving me a look that insists I play along with your act. You're really pushing it!

A moment ago, Zhang Hanyu was on the verge of turning defeat into victory. Liu Shihua, out of desperation, concocted a plan on the spot that cast Ye Chen in a bad light. Meanwhile, she used her authority to pressure Ye Chen into cooperating with her, finally managing to turn the tables!

Observing Liu Shihua's benevolent expression, contrasted with Ye Chen's dim-witted look, everyone seemed petrified. This scene was just too damn melodramatic and legendary!

Zhang Hanyu felt her face turning the color of liver; this was just too embarrassing. The man, decent-looking, was actually an idiot. She lamented thinking about flirting with such a stylish, well-off young man earlier!

"Right, Zhang Hanyu, you like my Goudan'er, don't you?" Liu Shihua suddenly bellowed, as if struck by a thought.

Zhang Hanyu: "..."

"Goudan'er, go on, look at how pretty that sister is. Hurry up and marry her for me, produce a little Goudan'er!" Liu Shihua commanded.

The grand Ye Chen, a man standing tall, was being called Goudan'er by a young woman. He was seething with rage. Yet, Liu Shihua's demands grew increasingly outrageous, now even instructing him to woo a girl. Was he really such a man without principles!?

"Goudan'er, quick, go!" Liu Shihua ordered imperiously, her demeanor full of coercion.