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The Beautiful Drama Queen of the Era Novel Tycoon 43.1

Wife, I Feel Awful

 

Wait, is this the main point?  

 

Did Zhou Yinghuai focus on the wrong thing?!  

 

Cheng Fangqiu’s lips moved slightly, and she lifted her eyes to look at the man standing in front of her, only to find that he was staring at her intently, as if unwilling to let go of even the slightest change in her expression. His long, narrow eyes carried a hint of anger, and deeper within, overwhelming emotions surged like a tidal wave.

 

She forced out a dry laugh and quickly explained, “I was young back then and didn’t know any better.”

 

Zhou Yinghuai’s jawline tightened. Watching her cautious demeanor, he pursed his lips, restraining some of the chill around him, but his tone remained stiff and cold. “And what about you?”

 

What about her?  

 

Seeing the faint traces of jealousy and possessiveness on his face, Cheng Fangqiu’s heart trembled, and in an instant, she understood. Her fingertips hooked onto the hem of his shirt, giving it a slight tug as she softly said, “I don’t like him. I only like you.”

 

“Zhou Yinghuai, I have only ever liked you.”

 

Her voice was soft and sweet, yet not cloying, carrying a slightly drawn-out tone, like a sprinkle of sugar frost over cotton candy, making one’s heart melt.

 

Zhou Yinghuai’s long eyelashes trembled slightly. Meeting the woman’s dewy, almond-shaped eyes, shimmering with a gentle smile and deep affection, all the frustration in his heart vanished in an instant. In its place was an uncontrollable throb and tenderness.

 

“Let’s go to another photo studio.”

 

He turned his head away, taking a deep breath. His heartbeat pounded like a drum, his chest rising and falling more visibly. The short hair at his temples couldn’t conceal the gradual flush creeping up his ears. The face that had been as cold as frost just moments ago now seemed as if a spring breeze had brushed past, bringing a full bloom of flowers.

 

“You’re not jealous anymore?” Cheng Fangqiu found it amusing but didn’t dare to actually laugh out loud, her eyes brimming with mirth.

 

She hadn’t expected Zhou Yinghuai to be so terrifying when he got jealous, yet he was so easy to appease—just a few sweet words, and he was coaxed back to calm.

 

Hearing her words, a fleeting trace of awkwardness flashed across Zhou Yinghuai’s face. The usually unfathomable depths of his black eyes flickered with an uncharacteristic touch of shyness. He pressed his lips together and remained silent.

 

Sometimes, silence was equivalent to consent, so Cheng Fangqiu didn’t dwell on it.

 

It wasn’t until later that night, when she was relentlessly tormented into letting out one soft moan after another, that she finally realized—how was Zhou Yinghuai easy to coax? He was clearly a petty and vengeful man!

 

 

“Let’s just take the pictures here. Those people from earlier have probably gone to the nearby photo studios, so we’d have to wait if we go there. We might as well wait here. Besides, the weather is too hot.”

 

Most importantly, she wanted to take a closer look at that camera.

 

Cheng Fangqiu was still tugging at the hem of his shirt. The two of them were already standing close together, and she even mustered up the courage to poke his waist lightly with her fingertip. The curve of her lips was as sweet as honey, making it impossible for him to say no.

 

“Then we’ll wait a bit longer.”

 

The two of them returned to the waiting area. Fortunately, they didn’t have to wait long before the camera was fixed, and Sun Hongyan came over to call them in for the shoot.

 

All three men from the photography team were there. Due to the minor incident earlier, when Li Taoyuan saw Cheng Fangqiu again, a hint of discomfort flickered across his face.

 

Meanwhile, Li Zhiliang, who was assisting on the side, widened his eyes slightly when he saw the couple about to be photographed. Having worked here for so many years, he had seen countless handsome men and beautiful women, and his standards had naturally become more refined. He had thought he was no longer capable of being truly amazed—until today, when this pair of man and woman appeared before him, making him understand what it meant to be outclassed.

 

The woman had skin fairer than snow, tinged with a faint pink hue. Beneath her delicate brows was a pair of stunning, captivating almond-shaped eyes, paired with cherry lips and an exquisite nose. She was dressed in a white blouse and a red-and-white checkered skirt, exuding both elegance and individuality. She looked like the most beautiful model from a magazine cover—her beauty was utterly striking.

 

The man standing behind her was equally eye-catching. He was dressed in a black Zhongshan suit, the tailored fit barely containing the powerful physique beneath it. His thick eyelashes cast faint shadows, and his high, well-defined nose bridge was enviable. He was expressionlessly surveying the surroundings, his every movement further accentuating his cold and noble aura.

 

Their appearances were truly too exceptional—flawless, without a single flaw to pick at. He could hardly imagine just how stunning the final photos would turn out.

 

Master Zhang, who had just finished repairing the camera, hadn’t left yet. He wanted to observe a little longer to ensure the camera wouldn’t malfunction again. Unexpectedly, he ended up witnessing such a perfectly matched couple coming in for a photoshoot, and he couldn’t help but steal a few extra glances.

 

It wasn’t until he noticed the red dress Cheng Fangqiu was wearing that he suddenly recalled seeing them briefly at the entrance earlier. However, he had been in a rush to fix the camera at the time and hadn’t looked closely.

 

“Are you planning to take individual shots first or couple shots?” Li Taoyuan was the first to break the silence.

 

Cheng Fangqiu pointed at Zhou Yinghuai. “Start with him.”

 

“Alright, comrade, just take a seat on the chair,” Li Taoyuan instructed before preparing to adjust the tripod to accommodate Zhou Yinghuai’s height. However, just as he moved his hand, he caught sight of Cheng Fangqiu standing quite close to him, peering over to watch what he was doing.

 

A trace of discomfort flashed across Li Taoyuan’s face. What was with this female comrade? Staring at him so blatantly in front of so many people—wasn’t she embarrassed?

 

Besides, he was old enough to be her father…

 

Without making a fuss, Li Taoyuan took a discreet step back, avoiding Cheng Fangqiu’s gaze. Only then did he suddenly realize—rather than looking at him, she was actually staring at the camera in his hands!

 

Realizing this, his old face flushed slightly. He let out a small cough and, after adjusting the camera height, began directing Zhou Yinghuai. “Comrade, shift slightly to the left. Keep your back straight. Can you smile a little?”

 

Zhou Yinghuai was sharp—he understood everything after a single instruction. The only issue was the smile; no matter how he tried, it felt stiff and unnatural.

 

“Don’t smile,” Cheng Fangqiu interjected. From her position, she could see the image in the camera’s viewfinder. She stopped Zhou Yinghuai just as he was about to force a smile. The moment she spoke, he immediately relaxed his lips, erasing the attempted smile.

 

“How can you not smile for a photo?” Li Taoyuan frowned, feeling that Cheng Fangqiu was making unnecessary trouble.

 

“Who says you have to smile for a photo?” Cheng Fangqiu retorted. “If the smile looks stiff, it’s better not to smile at all. Besides, his face has that refined, indifferent charm—keeping a neutral expression makes him look even more attractive.”

 

After finishing, she grinned and playfully winked at Zhou Yinghuai, adding in a coaxing tone, “Of course, you look great when you smile too.”

 

Saying something so embarrassing in front of everyone—only she could do that. A hint of helplessness flickered in Zhou Yinghuai’s eyes, but the tips of his ears gradually turned red.

 

“Hmph.” Li Taoyuan snorted. Since the customer had insisted, he had no reason to argue further. He pressed the shutter. But he had to admit—somehow, the neutral-faced version did indeed look much better than the forced smile.

 

This female comrade seemed to have a knack for this. In fact, she clearly had a solid understanding of photography.

 

This impression was further confirmed in the following moments.

 

“There’s too much empty space here—can you zoom in a little? Yes, just press that button to adjust the size.”

 

“This composition and angle are off. He’s 1.88 meters tall, but the way you’re shooting makes him look like he’s only 1.58 meters.”

 

“Comrade, don’t set up the lighting from this side—try it from over there instead.”

 

Cheng Fangqiu didn’t intend to interfere with someone else’s work, but she held back as much as she could. When she saw how badly Zhou Yinghuai was being photographed, she couldn’t resist speaking up.

 

She had thought that the man before her would react just as he had earlier—lashing out at her or even kicking her out directly.

 

But surprisingly, he uncharacteristically fell silent and adjusted everything according to her suggestions.

 

Cheng Fangqiu glanced at Li Taoyuan in surprise. Not only was she shocked, but even Li Zhiliang and Master Zhang beside them looked as if they had seen a ghost.

 

Master Zhang, in particular, discreetly moved to stand behind Li Taoyuan. When he saw the image displayed in the camera lens after Cheng Fangqiu’s adjustments, his mouth slightly parted in disbelief. He turned to look at her, his eyes quickly filling with undisguised appreciation and delight.

 

This female comrade was a real gem!

 

If she could come work at Hongmeng, perhaps she could reverse its current decline…

 

But judging from the looks of these two, money was clearly not an issue for them. Would she even be willing to work at Hongmeng?

 

“All right, Qiuqiu, it’s your turn,” Zhou Yinghuai spoke. He didn’t particularly enjoy the feeling of being “positioned at will” under the scrutiny of the camera, so seeing that they had taken enough shots, he quickly stood up.

 

His gaze swept over Cheng Fangqiu’s face, which still held an expression of lingering interest. His eyes darkened slightly.

 

Qiuqiu seemed to really enjoy this.

 

Was she simply fond of taking pictures, or was there something more…?

 

Zhou Yinghuai recalled the boy she had mentioned before. His hand, resting at his side, subconsciously clenched into a fist, his lips pressing into a firm line. Deep in his gaze, an obscure, almost maddening emotion flickered.

 

“Hold my bag for a moment.” Cheng Fangqiu hadn’t noticed Zhou Yinghuai’s sudden shift in mood. Seeing him walk over, she naturally handed her bag to him.

 

Sensing her casual trust and reliance, the restless jealousy in Zhou Yinghuai’s heart was immediately quelled. A faint smile tugged at his lips as he replied, “Okay.”

 

In fact, he had always been the one carrying her bag. She had once said that when going out, a man should take the initiative to help a woman with her bag, and that maintaining a relationship often came down to these seemingly trivial details.

 

Since then, he had kept those words in mind.

 

Cheng Fangqiu’s photo session was much faster than Zhou Yinghuai’s. It was as if she instinctively knew how to pose in a way that captured her best angles. Every expression she made was lively and beautiful.

 

Her solo shots went smoothly, and when it came time for the couple’s photos, with Cheng Fangqiu guiding Zhou Yinghuai by her side, the process was quick and effortless.

 

“Leave a contact number. Once the photos are ready, we’ll call you to pick them up,” Li Taoyuan said as he retrieved a pen and paper from the counter and handed them to Cheng Fangqiu.

 

Without thinking much about it, she passed them to Zhou Yinghuai, who wrote down the contact number for the mechanical factory family compound.

 

The two continued chatting as they finished up, unaware of the odd expressions on Sun Hongyan and Li Zhiliang’s faces nearby. Only Master Zhang gave a knowing smile—seemingly having the same thought as Li Taoyuan.

 

“Thank you, then. We’ll be leaving now.” Once the contact information was written down, Cheng Fangqiu and Zhou Yinghuai left the photo studio.

 

After they had gone, Sun Hongyan finally asked curiously, “Master Li, our studio doesn’t usually notify customers, does it? Should we start offering that service now?”

 

In the past, customers always came to pick up their photos at a predetermined time—there was never any notification service. That was why she and Li Zhiliang had been so surprised when they heard Li Taoyuan suggest it.

 

“No need.” Li Taoyuan didn’t explain further. Instead, he impatiently strode toward the second floor. “I’m heading to the darkroom. If anyone comes for a photo, come get me.”

 

He could hardly wait to see how the photos would turn out.

 

“Oh—okay.” Sun Hongyan and Li Zhiliang exchanged glances. It was the first time they had seen Li Taoyuan this eager.

 

Master Zhang, however, simply smiled without saying anything. After bidding farewell, he also left.

 

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