My Billionaire Husband Claimed Me His Precious Chapter 1076 - 986: Did You Have a Fight?

Mrs. Jin appraised Xu Jiaojiao, a subtle smile gracing the latter's lips, yet an inexplicable sorrow welled up within Mrs. Jin. Without delay, she continued, "No need for tea right now; let's start with our meal."

"Understood."

Xu Jiaojiao deferred the menu selection to Mrs. Jin, as her own preferences leaned towards non-spicy dishes. Once the orders were placed, their conversation flowed.

"It seems you've shed some weight again in just over half a month."

Xu Jiaojiao responded with a surprised yet bashful smile, "I'm currently engaged in a new film. The director insists on a specific appearance for the camera, leading me to eat very little. It should resolve once filming concludes."

"The life of an actress is demanding; you have so little control over your own meals."

A hint of melancholy and resignation colored Mrs. Jin's eyes as she gazed inquiringly at Xu Jiaojiao, "Have you been in contact with Jin Jing recently? I happened to see him just yesterday."

"I saw him prior to joining the film crew, and he contacted me yesterday."

Xu Jiaojiao stated this with an air of candidness and careful consideration. Puzzled as to why Mrs. Jin had brought it up, she assumed it was merely a casual inquiry.

Mrs. Jin, pausing to consider how best to broach the sensitive subject, decided to defer the significant discussion until after their meal. Consequently, their dialogue continued to revolve around their present work and daily lives.

Across the dining area, Su Lan's patience began to fray as she observed the man seated opposite her. While she had agreed to the meeting out of a sense of obligation towards an old acquaintance, the mutual disinterest was palpable. His persistent glances in her direction made it difficult to feign composure. Studying him intently, she suddenly conceived a reason to excuse herself to the restroom.

"Perhaps I should give her a call, so she doesn't think I'm being difficult."

Su Lan rarely accepted social invitations unless they involved individuals from the entertainment industry, offering the potential for valuable insights. Otherwise, such gatherings were simply not on her radar.

Her objectives unfulfilled, Su Lan experienced a sense of disappointment. When her call failed to connect, she began contemplating her next move, recognizing the need for a more subtle strategy over a direct confrontation to achieve her aims.

"Hey... I really don't want to meet him again. We literally can't hold a decent conversation; he spent the entire time glued to his phone. Is he truly a homebody? You know, I have absolutely no interest in someone like that."

Su Lan confessed, unable to contain her inner turmoil. Seeking to confirm certain details, she discovered the situation was far more intricate than she had initially assumed, pinpointing the core of the problem.

"Also, I asked you to keep an eye on what's happening over there and inform me immediately."

Lost in thought, Su Lan reflected on how her private confidences to Huang Shan seemed to yield no tangible results. It seemed that direct intervention produced faster outcomes, yet such actions carried the inherent risk of exposure. Consequently, a lingering shadow persisted in her heart, as she felt the present moment was ill-suited for revealing her true intentions.

Xu Jiaojiao consumed a greater quantity of food than usual that day; her appetite had noticeably improved from previous days. Casting a glance towards Mrs. Jin, her spirits lifted inexplicably, drawn by the tranquil aura emanating from Mrs. Jin's gaze.

Mrs. Jin, contemplating the best approach to introduce the topic, noticed the waiter had cleared away all the dishes, leaving only their beverages. After a moment of thoughtful deliberation, she finally spoke.

"Have you and Jin Jing had some sort of disagreement?"

Mrs. Jin's question placed an unexpected weight of pressure upon Xu Jiaojiao.

"I am aware that his temper can be challenging, and that he often acts impulsively in both speech and deed. You, on the other hand, are known for your thoughtfulness, and I have faith in you. However, some level of friction is almost unavoidable when the two of you interact. Therefore, I implore you to show a greater degree of understanding towards Jin Jing."