Ch 33: Is There Really Such a Good Thing? [QT]

Shen Yunxuan hadn’t expected Qian Yue, despite being reborn, to remain so impulsive. Just a few remarks from others had made her so angry—it was clear that even after an entire lifetime, her personality hadn’t changed much. Shen Yunxuan calmly said, “How about heading back to the dorm? I still have some bread from this morning that I need to eat before it goes bad. Besides, I’d like to read the novel again and familiarize myself with the character.”

Qian Yue frowned. She didn’t want to return to the cramped six-person dormitory where she’d likely hear more whispers and mocking laughter. She couldn’t even retaliate properly without worsening the situation. Today should have been a joyous day for her rebirth, so why ruin it? Instead, she replied, “You go ahead. I’ll find someone else to celebrate with. I won’t be back tonight.”

Shen Yunxuan nodded and parted ways with her. Qian Yue, failing to notice anything unusual about her, left the campus and hailed a cab to a bar. She had been given the chance to change her life and even become young again—of course, she had to celebrate in style and party all night.

Dancing freely in the club, Qian Yue’s mood gradually improved. The joy of being reborn returned, and she felt like the only sober person in a world of drunkenness. Everything around her looked immature, as if she were an adult watching children, her gaze filled with indulgence.

Meanwhile, Shen Yunxuan had no interest in what Qian Yue was doing. Their connection had already ended with Qian Yue’s attempts to switch their roles earlier in the day. From this point on, as they began filming their respective projects, they would truly part ways.

Instead of returning to the dorm immediately, Shen Yunxuan wandered the campus leisurely, taking in the sights along the smaller paths. The stroll helped her reconnect with the youthful energy that belonged to her current age—a vitality radiating from within.

She recalled how, in her later years, people had complimented her on her vitality. She now understood that it was the youthful spirit rooted deep within her. Who wouldn’t want to remain young forever? Thankfully, having been reborn, she resolved to savor every moment of her youth and make the most of this precious time.

After enjoying a meal at the cafeteria—a dish she had loved as a student—she finally returned to the dorm. After greeting her roommates, she began packing her belongings.

One of them asked in surprise, “Yunxuan, are you moving out?”

“Yes,” Shen Yunxuan replied while packing. “Living on my own is more convenient than staying on campus.”

“Where will you be moving to?” another asked.

With a smile, Shen Yunxuan shook her head. “I haven’t decided yet. I’ll start looking for a place tomorrow.”

“What about Qian Yue? Are you two planning to rent a place together? Renting on your own is expensive.”

Shen Yunxuan paused. At this point in time, she and Qian Yue were still considered good friends by others. She wasn’t sure what Qian Yue’s intentions were or if she had any schemes, but Shen Yunxuan had no desire to waste her time or energy on her. Sharing a place with Qian Yue was out of the question.

Casually, she replied, “We’ll see. I’m thinking of finding a place where I can live with a manager or assistant in the future—it’d be more convenient for filming.”

Her roommates found her reasoning sensible and didn’t press further. They let her continue packing in peace.

As Shen Yunxuan packed, she remembered something from her previous life. After graduating, she had worked as a stand-in for Zhao Yajing before landing a few minor roles. Eventually, she was recommended to join Xingchen Entertainment, where she was managed by Li Tian.

Xingchen turned out to be a poor choice. The company didn’t provide resources, focusing instead on signing numerous newcomers. Li Tian even tried to introduce her to a sponsor, and when she refused, he stopped managing her entirely. It wasn’t until Zhao Yajing invited her to play a supporting role in a film that Li Tian assigned her an assistant.

That assistant, Su Ye, had her own ambitions of becoming a top manager but had previously offended people, leaving her stuck in an assistant role. Despite this, Su Ye was highly capable, resolving many issues independently when the company was uncooperative. They had been through tough times together, sharing a mutual understanding. Years later, after Shen Yunxuan left Xingchen and earned her place in the entertainment industry with several awards, Su Ye became her official manager, and they opened a studio together.

This time, Shen Yunxuan decided to find Su Ye early and see if she could recruit her right away to work independently. There was no way she was going back to Xingchen Entertainment. One of the advantages of being reborn was avoiding past mistakes and pitfalls.

Feeling optimistic, she finished packing and went to bed early. She had one of the most peaceful nights of sleep she’d had in years.

The next morning, refreshed and energetic, Shen Yunxuan headed straight to a safe and affordable apartment complex to rent a place. She had already contacted an agent in advance and was familiar with the area, having lived there in her previous life. After an hour of viewing apartments, she quickly made her choice and called a cab to return to the dorm for her belongings.

When she arrived to pack, the dorm was empty. She left a bouquet of flowers and a card on the table, written in elegant handwriting: “Wishing us all bright futures!”

It was the best blessing she could give to her fellow graduates.

When Qian Yue woke up from her hangover and returned to the dorm in a groggy state, she was jolted awake upon seeing Shen Yunxuan’s empty bed and cleared-out wardrobe. “Where’s Shen Yunxuan?” she exclaimed.

One of the roommates replied curiously, “She moved out. Didn’t she tell you? Where were you? We thought you went to her new place today.”

Qian Yue picked up the card left by Shen Yunxuan, frowning deeply. What’s going on? In her previous life, Shen Yunxuan had stayed in the dorm until the film started shooting before moving out. Why did she leave so suddenly this time without even mentioning it?

She immediately walked out to the balcony and called Shen Yunxuan. As soon as the call connected, her tone was sharp. “Why didn’t you tell me you were moving out? Are we even friends anymore?”

Shen Yunxuan silently chuckled, unsure of what Qian Yue was trying to achieve. She calmly replied, “It’s just moving out. We’re graduating, and everyone will move eventually. I just wanted a quieter space to study the character and prepare myself.”

Qian Yue thought she understood. In their previous life, Shen Yunxuan hadn’t been in a hurry to move because all she had was a stand-in role—not much better than being an extra. Naturally, she hadn’t felt the need to act decisively. Now, with a good role, Shen Yunxuan was getting arrogant. And who wouldn’t? Anyone starting from such a good position would feel emboldened. Still, Qian Yue resented losing control over the situation. But when she thought about it, why should she care if Shen Yunxuan told her or not? If she had been informed, she might have been dragged into helping with the move, and she certainly didn’t want to play the part of a helpful friend.

However, Qian Yue suddenly remembered that in their previous life, Shen Yunxuan had risen to become the top actress in the industry. This meant Shen Yunxuan’s career luck was undeniably strong. Given the chance to relive this life, it was unwise for Qian Yue to distance herself. She should remain close to Shen Yunxuan—if her luck held, it might benefit Qian Yue too. Fate was unpredictable, after all.

Unwilling to risk missing this opportunity, she forced a change in tone and said warmly, “Oh, I see. I just thought we were close sisters. If you had told me, I would’ve skipped going out and helped you move. By the way, where did you move to? Send me the address, and I’ll come over with some hot pot ingredients to celebrate.”

“There’s no need,” Shen Yunxuan replied with a light laugh. “I just got into the right mindset and want to spend a few quiet days honing my craft. You go ahead and do your thing. I’ll hang up now.”

Her voice was pleasant, and despite ending the call promptly, it didn’t come across as rude. Instead, it sounded like she was genuinely focused on her acting and wrapping up the conversation to get back to work.

Though annoyed, Qian Yue didn’t dwell on it too much. Shen Yunxuan had always spent her time in libraries and practice rooms rather than socializing. Now that she had landed such a good role, of course, she would put all her energy into perfecting her performance.

This thought filled Qian Yue with a secret sense of anticipation. The harder Shen Yunxuan worked, the harder she would fall when the drama flopped. Qian Yue couldn’t wait to see the look on her face then.

Back in the dorm, the roommates asked Qian Yue, “So? Did Yunxuan move out because she signed with a company?”

“Sign with a company?” Qian Yue repeated, startled, her mind already racing through the major companies from their previous life.

“She mentioned wanting to live with a manager or assistant for convenience when filming. Didn’t she move in with someone?” another roommate said.

Qian Yue suddenly remembered that in their past lives, Shen Yunxuan didn’t gain much recognition right away since the film hadn’t been released yet. After working as a stand-in and taking minor roles, she signed with Xingchen Entertainment, where she quickly gained resources to shoot movies, each project better than the last.

How could I forget something so important? Qian Yue thought, panic rising. Did Shen Yunxuan move into a company dorm after signing with Xingchen Entertainment?

She abruptly rushed out of the dorm, leaving her stunned roommates behind.

“What’s with her? She didn’t even answer our question and has been acting so weird these past two days,” one said.

“Forget about her. We’ve never really gotten along anyway,” another replied.

Ignoring the gossip, Qian Yue headed straight for Xingchen Entertainment to recommend herself as an artist under Li Tian. She was determined to replicate Shen Yunxuan’s path. How could I forget something so crucial? Drinking really messed me up. I should’ve found a quiet place yesterday to write down all the major events from my past life.

At the same time, Shen Yunxuan was already waiting outside Xingchen Entertainment. She had been there when Qian Yue called, staking out the building until she finally spotted Su Ye.

In the sweltering heat, Su Ye carried large bags in both hands, her head down as she walked out. At the company, Su Ye often handled errands like this. Shen Yunxuan remembered Su Ye once saying she had nearly given up back then, but working as Shen Yunxuan’s assistant had reignited her passion for her dreams.

This time, Shen Yunxuan approached Su Ye early.

She helped Su Ye deliver the items and then invited her to a nearby café for a chat. Over coffee, she asked if Su Ye was interested in working as her assistant and eventually becoming her manager.

In their previous life, they had hit it off instantly. Even though this meeting was earlier than before, Su Ye still decided to give it a try, mainly because she believed in Shen Yunxuan’s potential. She also saw Shen Yunxuan’s upcoming role as a great opportunity. After all, anything was better than her current situation.

While they were talking, two people sat at a nearby table. Hidden by flowers and a corner wall, Shen Yunxuan couldn’t see who they were, but as soon as they spoke, she recognized the voices: Qian Yue and Li Tian.

Qian Yue said, “Brother Li, thank you for agreeing to be my manager.”

Li Tian chuckled. “With your looks and potential, you’ll definitely become a star. It’s an honor to work with you.”

Qian Yue, feigning humility, quickly added, “By the way, have you signed a newcomer named Shen Yunxuan? She’s my classmate and mentioned joining Xingchen soon.”

Li Tian thought for a moment before shaking his head. “Never heard of her. She probably hasn’t come by yet. Why? Are you two close? Do you want to recommend her?”

Relieved to hear Shen Yunxuan hadn’t come, Qian Yue smiled. “Not exactly. I just wanted to give you a heads-up—don’t sign her. She’s not worth it.”

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