After Marrying the Officer Chapter 1321 - 1320: Strike Back

Destroying Xia Chuyi’s reputation, then setting a trap for her, with the objective of proceeding to the "next step"—this appears to be the other party's ultimate goal. Consequently, what Xia Chuyi must now do is to entice them into revealing this "next step." Before heading out to catch the movie, Xia Chuyi communicated with the director, confirming her intention to personally collect the movie tickets. Although not strictly necessary for her to go in person, Xia Chuyi desired to meet the director, which is why she made the decision to attend. After all, the director, being a figure in the entertainment industry, has connections with a considerable number of media professionals. Xia Chuyi sought to discuss certain matters with him, or more precisely, to request his assistance with some affairs. At the appointed time, Xia Chuyi tenderly kissed her son, saying, "Shi Wu, I am so sorry, Mommy has to go out frequently during this period and cannot always be with you." "Be a good baby and listen to Grandma, okay?" Xia Chuyi softly instructed her son. As a mere infant, little Huo Shiwu could not comprehend her words. Huo Shiwu grinned with his toothless gums, waving his chubby little arms, and babbled incoherently, as if attempting to converse with his mother. Witnessing this, Xia Chuyi felt a pang of reluctance. Seeing Xia Chuyi's hesitation, Mrs. Ou said to her daughter, "If you are reluctant, then do not go out." "Someone can always bring the movie tickets over," Mrs. Ou added, expressing concern for her daughter and grandson, "You could stay home and spend more time with Shi Wu." Upon hearing this, Xia Chuyi immediately shook her head and replied, "I should go myself." "I already gave my word, how can I go back on it?" Xia Chuyi reasoned, "Without trust, I would not know how to proceed." "As a mother, it is naturally important for me to set a good example for Shi Wu," Xia Chuyi stated seriously. Hearing this, Mrs. Ou sighed and said, "You... if you are going, then hurry up and leave, the sooner you go, the sooner you will return." "Remember to bring a few bodyguards with you," Mrs. Ou advised. "Alright," Xia Chuyi responded. Despite her reluctance, Xia Chuyi had to depart. Upon her arrival at the designated location, the director was already awaiting her. "Chuyi!" The director exclaimed, waving enthusiastically as soon as he spotted Xia Chuyi from a distance, "Here, over here!" With that, he personally came forward to greet her. "Chuyi, I have already secured the tickets for you; they are for an excellent showing and prime seats," the director informed her, "At that time, the movie's actors will also be present for a live interaction with the audience!" "Would you like to interact with them?" the director inquired, "If you wish to, I can notify them in advance." In the past, the director had always treated Xia Chuyi with kindness. However, today, he seemed unusually effusive towards her. And the reason for the director's sudden surge of enthusiasm, Xia Chuyi could likely surmise. Thus, Xia Chuyi offered a slight smile and said to the director, "There is no need; let us reserve the interaction for the general audience." Xia Chuyi directly declined the director’s proposition. "Really no need?" the director asked again, "If you were to interact... you could use the occasion to address those recent rumors circulating about you." The director paused briefly after saying this, then declared with sincerity, "I do not believe a single word of those rumors!" The director's tone was remarkably firm. Hearing this, Xia Chuyi felt a surge of emotion.