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for many years.The night was as dark as ink, and this area was a poor old neighborhood with dim lighting. The warmth couldn't hide her sorrow; she slowly lowered herself to the ground, tears seeping t...The Substitute Ex-Wife of the CEO Volume 1 Warming and Ye Feimo 121

Ye Feimo handed his VIP card to a waiter, took Warming across the stone bridge, and headed towards the restaurant. Warming said, "Such a beautiful place, I've never heard of it."

"Miss Warming, that's because you haven't seen much of the world," Ye Feimo coolly replied.

"Your mouth is really too smart-alecky."

The two continued to bicker until they reached the restaurant. A waiter led them to a table outside on the balcony, overlooking an artificial lake that was shimmering beautifully. Each dining table was separated and uniquely decorated so as not to disturb other guests.

Warming noticed there were indeed very few people in the evening.

This was because they only catered for ten tables a day, most of which were occupied during daytime hours, leaving little room for evening visitors.

A beautiful woman in uniform served them eighteen courses worth of dishes, her face beaming with smiles. The table was completely filled with the various dishes, many of which Warming had never seen before and appeared to be delicacies from land and sea.

After the waiter left, Warming exclaimed in surprise, "Ye Feimo, are eighteen courses for just two people Won't you get stuffed"

Ye Feimo looked at Warming; his eyes reflected the shimmering light, giving him a cold yet slightly romantic look. Perhaps due to the lighting, she found him looking more like a prince than usual.

"Just tasting each dish is enough, no one forces you to eat them all."

"Can we take some of these away with us"

"No way."

"What a waste."

...

This dish was really delicious, especially the Crab Roe and Shark Fin Soup. According to Ye Nimo, this crab roe was picked from the tenderest parts of over a hundred big hairy crabs, while the shark fins were rare treasures found in icy seas.

Another dish, Steamed Duck Web with Sea Cucumber, was also one that Wenran enjoyed very much. The taste was superb.

She had been pampered since childhood but had never tasted such delicacies before. These dishes were vastly different from the fish fins and sea cucumbers sold in hotels. She felt so full she was tempted to take them home.

A table filled with mountain delicacies and seafood.

"Ye Nimo, how much is this meal" After eating her fill, Wenran asked curiously about the price of the dishes.

The restaurant looked luxurious, had a high-class ambience, and the food was exceptionally delicious. The cost should be quite steep.

Ye Nimo pursed his lips and extended one hand. Wenran gasped in shock, "50,000"

He did not respond, but Wenran took that as confirmation. Ye Nimo thought to himself that 50,000 yuan could never buy such a feast, but for Wenran, it was indeed a sky-high price, "How extravagant."

Young Master Ye really was born with a silver spoon in his mouth. For the first time, Wenran realized how different people could be; perhaps this meal's cost was equivalent to an ordinary person's annual salary.

However, she would not say anything to Ye Feimo either. What he had gained was what he deserved; the value that his efforts brought to society was something others might never achieve in a lifetime. Therefore, it could be said that God was still fair.

"Ye Feimo, can’t we take this food home" Warming asked. "It doesn’t make sense. We paid so much for this meal; there’s no reason we can’t take the leftovers with us."

“You want to eat” Ye Feimo raised his brows and said nonchalantly, “If you want to eat it tomorrow, I’ll bring you here again.”

"No!" Warming firmly rejected him. She answered too quickly; Ye Feimo raised his brows and looked at her with cold eyes filled with curiosity. Warming explained, "I would have indigestion."

No good deed goes unrewarded; it was best to eat less of such an extravagant meal.

Ye Feimo stared at her but didn’t say anything.

"What are we celebrating" Warming asked, raising her brows. She really couldn’t understand what they were celebrating with such an expensive meal. Had he closed a big deal

“You’ll find out soon enough,” Ye Feimo teased and left the question hanging there; Warming didn't ask further.

The two of them got up to leave the restaurant, walking across the stone bridge when Warming received Cai Xiao Jing’s call. "Warming, you passed your audition! You got the role of Princess Xiangxiang."

Warming stopped in her tracks and her eyes widened in surprise. "Really Sister Xiao Jing, is it really true"

A wave of joy washed over her; Warming felt as if she could hear joyful songs around her. She was so excited that she didn’t know how to express herself—had she really succeeded

"It’s true. The company announcement will be out tomorrow, congratulations!"

"Thank you, Sister Xiaoqing, I'm really so happy..." Warm was surprised and excited to the point of her eyes watering. Cai Xiaoqing chatted with her for a moment before hanging up. Ye Feimo looked at her flushed face and couldn't help but feel delighted as well.

He loved seeing Warm's radiant smile.

Holding her phone, Warm was so excited that she lost all sense of reason. She turned around and threw herself into Ye Feimo’s arms. "Ye Feimo, I got the role! I’ve got it, ah-ah-ah, I’m so happy!"

She jumped around in his embrace like a child, her light fragrance wafting towards him. Ye Feimo was stunned; this was the first time Warm had initiated physical contact with him. She was too elated and excited to even know what she was doing. However, he would never turn away a woman who threw herself into his arms willingly. With a flick of his lips, he wrapped an arm around her waist and held her close.

Seeing her so happy made Ye Feimo feel that all the effort had been worth it.

The drama series "Princess Qinglian" was jointly produced by Hailian Cultural Media and Chaoyang Film Production Company. The heir of Hailian intended to promote Gu Yi Ting, and the role of the female lead was already planned for Yao Hong. He wanted to give the role of Xiangxiang Princess to Gu Yi Ting.

Ye Feimo had asked Director Zhang from "Princess Qinglian" about it; he was quite satisfied with Warm’s audition, but since Hailian also invested in this drama series, he still needed to follow the investors' opinions.

The relationships in the entertainment industry were complicated, and a TV director's power wasn't enough. Many things had to be arranged according to the investors’ or producer’s preferences; they could decide who gets promoted.

Lin Ning had relatively good relations with Director Zhang. After asking around and finding out that Gu Yi Ting was chosen for the role, Ye Feimo exchanged this part in "Princess Qinglian" for a supporting role in Hailian's next spy drama by offering to invest in it.

The entertainment industry operated like this; just being the best at something didn't guarantee success.

Warm’s situation was not uncommon in the industry. Despite satisfying auditions, lacking connections and support could render even the most talented individuals unable to seize opportunities.

Some young artists with talent and hard work refused to compromise on the unspoken rules of the entertainment industry. Some quietly climbed up through their efforts and had a few friends help them, but it often took decades before they saw success, wasting their prime years. Others were directly eliminated by the industry, left in a dire situation. This was how the circle operated; every day there were countless beautiful men and women pouring into it.right Should she sound even more emotional to appear more fan-like In fact, Han Bi isn't warm's favorite actor.She just resembles Han Bi somewhat and wants to become as successful an actress as her, s...