Chapter 318

"You don't have to run away as soon as you see me. With so many people around, I won't do anything to you," Shen Kai said with a cold face, but his tone was very gentle, even a little aggrieved.

"Oh."

"What does 'oh' mean?"

Shen Kai had imagined many possible responses from her - consent, reluctant consent, refusal, firm refusal - but not "oh."

"I mean...if you have anything to say, just say it. I'll try my best to cooperate with work-related matters."

Shen Kai followed up by asking:

"What about non-work related matters?"

The question was a bit distracting for Qin Wei's meal. She frowned and turned to look at Shen Kai:

"We are colleagues. After work, of course we each go back to our own homes."

"I'm not going to give up."

Shen Kai said,

"You know what I'm talking about."

Qin Wei put down her chopsticks and handed the remnants of her lunch box to Li Liang. She really couldn't eat anymore.

Might as well make things clear.

But she was also worried that further contention between them would affect the filming over the many days yet to come.

Because of the previous incident, both her and Su Yang's reputations had taken a hit. Su Yang was fine, but the backlash had started to negatively impact her work. Even this drama had suffered misfortune because of her. Qin Wei really didn't want any more problems affecting the show.

Strictly speaking, Shen Kai was here to save the day. She shouldn't be adversarial towards him.

After carefully weighing her options, stepping back appeared to be the only approach.

"You can say whatever you want."

The scolding on the tip of her tongue transformed into a gracious smile.

"I'm well rested now. If possible, let's film this morning and wrap up early so we can rest sooner."

Shen Kai was a little surprised but didn't object.

...

After finishing up filming for the day, Qiao Sixiao was already on her way to the airport, so she only left a message informing them. Qin Wei changed her clothes and went back to the hotel straight away. But as soon as she closed the car door, it opened again - Shen Qingqing got in, hugging Qin Wei and crying bitterly.

No need to ask, she was clearly heartbroken over romance troubles. After busily preparing a lunch date all morning, Shen Kai had casually brushed her off.

"Wah..."

As Shen Qingqing cried, she said,

"He didn't even properly eat the food, and even dismissed me offhand...wah..." She really didn't know what Shen Kai had that was worth Shen Qingqing's affection...

"Don't cry, don't cry..."

Qin Wei held Shen Qingqing, comforting her in various ways and gently telling her that it wasn't worthwhile spending time on someone who didn't like you back. By the time they reached the hotel, Shen Qingqing had finally stopped crying.

She also came to a conclusion -

"The weather has been dry recently which tends to cause irritation. Brother Kai probably wanted to eat some appetizers - the texture should be refreshing!"

Qin Wei: "......"

<Don't try to save those in love, they strategize better than anyone; he'll come to his senses on his own>

...

The next morning at the filming location, breakfast looked more elegant than usual. At first she thought Shen Qingqing had prepared it, but it turned out Shen Kai had arranged for meals for the entire day.

For someone like Qin Wei whose attitude was "I'll eat whatever the crew prepares for me," she didn't have much choice in the matter.

Throughout the morning, Qin Wei constantly felt Shen Kai's care -

When she was thirsty he brought her water; when she was tired he brought her a chair; electric fans and so on were always on hand. Even if he didn't directly take action himself, Qin Wei knew well enough who was behind it.

If she so much as wrinkled her brows, Shen Kai would suggest they take a break.

When she discussed with the director and proposed her own opinions for the next shoot, Shen Kai fully supported her by the side.

The next scene to film involved Qin Wei, Su Yang and Shen Kai eating lamb together. While preparing, the director asked them to chat together first, but no one spoke up until the props team arrived, livening up the atmosphere.

The props team brought over many sheep, probably forty to fifty bleating nonstop at the location.

Seeing the sheep, Shen Kai still couldn't help backing up several steps.

Su Yang was different. Pointing at the flock she said:

"Qin Wei, look, this one is Happy Sheep, this one is Beauty Sheep, this one is Lazy Sheep..."

Shen Kai frowned - what kind of nonsense was this?

Qin Wei was busy correcting Su Yang:

"Oh no no, the small one should be Lazy Sheep instead. The one you pointed out is almost the size of Exploding Sheep! That's probably the Chief, look at the grass on its head!"

"Ah! Good point!"

Su Yang agreed with her. The two then laughed again over some amusement only they understood. After all, even with quarrels and friction, good friends can still jokingly play together after reconciliation.

But Shen Kai didn't really get their humor and looked at them puzzled.

With nothing to do, Shen Qingqing had also come to the location. Seeing Shen Qingqing, Qin Wei and Su Yang quickly waved her over.

Qin Wei seemed to want say something to Shen Qingqing but could barely stop laughing long enough to get the words out.

Seeing the sheep flock still bleating, Shen Qingqing understood without any explanation. Clearly displeased, she crossed her arms and said:

"Are you trying to say, Shen Mie Mie come quickly, these are all your siblings?"

Qin Wei nodded profusely, giving Shen Qingqing a thumbs up.

"Humph!"

Shen Qingqing started to walk away but then noticed Shen Kai.

"Brother Kai, I'm so sorry I didn't even notice you..."

"It is rather odd, don't you think?"

Shen Kai didn't really mind but motioned towards Qin Wei and Su Yang while turning to Shen Qingqing. "Don't you also find their sense of humor very strange?"

Shen Qingqing looked earnestly at Shen Kai:

"No? I also think it's funny but joining in would be too embarrassing."

Shen Kai was a little surprised since Shen Qingqing had clearly seemed unhappy earlier.

"Don't you feel it's a bit... for adults... to be going on about Happy Sheep?" Shen Kai hesitated to continue.

Shen Qingqing: "Childish?"

Shen Kai nodded, it was somewhat childish.

Shen Qingqing shook her head:

"No, I know I really admire you Brother Kai, but I don't fully agree with your perspective... I absolutely adore Qin Wei's type. It's just that going along with her too much makes me seem lacking in personality. But for her sake I've watched 180 episodes of Happy Sheep already, so I understand what tickles her funny bone."

After speaking, Shen Qingqing called out to Qin Wei again:

"Alright you two, that's about enough. Qin Wei, restrain yourself a bit. Come wash your hands then come eat the egg tarts I bought for you. Take advantage of Qiao Sixiao not being around, but don't rat me out!"

"Oh!"

As soon as Qin Wei heard, she immediately reined in her laughter. Then she fiercely clapped Su Yang's shoulder,

"Stop laughing! If you can control yourself for three seconds I'll give you an egg tart!"

Su Yang swiftly suppressed her smile, straining hard not to laugh.

Shen Kai didn't speak up but felt it was unnecessary to get so worked up over a few egg tarts.

If she liked them, he could also buy them for her, or whatever else she fancied.

Should he try accommodating her preferences?

"Qin Wei."

Qin Wei was about to leave when Shen Kai called out to her.

Seeing his utterly serious expression, she was afraid there were issues with the script to discuss. She looked at him waiting for him to speak.

Shen Kai adjusted his mood, then pointed out a few sheep from the flock:

"That one is Happy Sheep, that one is Beauty Sheep, that one is Lazy Sheep..."

Qin Wei: "???"

Shen Kai's behavior was outside her knowledge.

"So what?"

She asked him.

Shen Kai fell back into confusion. He had never acted in sitcoms or skits before, seemingly lacking experience in comedy. But when Su Yang said those things, Qin Wei had laughed...

Shen Kai: "If you like them, I can buy them all for you."

Qin Wei: "......"

Knowing a little about the rumors between those two, Su Yang stealthily asked from behind Qin Wei:

"So uh...is this the legendary chasing one's wife into the crematorium?"

Qin Wei turned around and threw a punch at Su Yang.

While she couldn't hit Shen Kai, she most certainly could hit Su Yang!