Chapter 366: The Domineering CEO Kneels! Feeding the Empress!
[Location: Magic City Film and Television City – "Mountain and Sea Zhu Xian" Production Set]
The production set was a chaotic masterpiece of artificial mountains, green screens, and drifting dry ice fog. Hundreds of staff members scurried like ants, moving expensive equipment and adjusting lighting rigs worth millions.
"Young Master Shen, you've arrived! Are you looking for Wen Feifei? She's currently filming a critical scene, but she'll be done soon!"
The chief director, a man who usually barked orders like a tyrant on set, saw Shen Anyu approaching. His face instantly underwent a miraculous transformation. The scowl vanished, replaced by a smile so wide and obsequious that the wrinkles around his eyes deepened into crevices of pure flattery. He practically jogged over, bowing slightly at the waist.
In the director's mind, Lu Xiuhan, the CEO of [Lu Corporation] and the undisputed kingpin of the Magic City entertainment industry, was already an immensely powerful figure. He was a titan who could end careers with a snap of his fingers. But even a domineering figure like CEO Lu had to lower his head and respectfully address this young man as "Young Master Shen."
That fact alone was enough to make the director's heart tremble.
Although CEO Lu never explicitly stated it, many in the industry with sharp instincts speculated that this 'Shen' must be from the legendary [Yanxia Shen Family]. Only that colossal behemoth of a family, with its roots deep in the military and political soil of the nation, could make a capital predator like Lu Xiuhan bow in submission.
"Yes, take me to Feifei."
Shen Anyu smiled faintly and nodded. His hands were clasped casually behind his back, his posture relaxed yet imposing.
As for authority and the so-called "aura of a superior," ordinary upstarts had to pretend, wearing stern faces and expensive suits to intimidate others. But at Shen Anyu's level, he only needed to exist. A single, indifferent smile from him was enough to make the air grow heavy.
Who would dare to be disrespectful? Who would dare to breathe too loudly?
"Young Master Shen, this way please. Watch your step."
The director's face was plastered with a fawning expression as he personally led the way, acting more like a lowly waiter than a renowned filmmaker. Even though he was one of the few top-tier directors in the Yanxia entertainment industry, commanding respect from A-list stars, he was nothing but an insect in front of the Young Master of the Yanxia Shen Family.
As Shen Anyu walked deeper into the set, a strange phenomenon occurred.
The noisy production crew—filled with shouting assistant directors, buzzing walkie-talkies, and mechanical whirring—suddenly fell silent. It was as if someone had pressed the mute button on the world.
Although a strict gag order had been issued regarding the terrifying events that transpired recently involving the Shen Family, many people in the Mountain and Sea Zhu Xian crew had witnessed glimpses of the truth. Seeing Shen Anyu arrive in the flesh, their expressions were a mixture of awe, fear, and irrepressible shock.
Several beautiful female celebrities, dressed in elaborate period costumes, froze in place. Their hearts raced, and their eyes lingered on his handsome, noble visage. Yet, not a single one dared to rush over to strike up a conversation.
They knew their place.
They were merely decorative vases, common beauties who had undergone thousands of cosmetic procedures to perfect their faces. A figure like Young Master Shen, who stood above the clouds, would never be interested in synthetic goods.
Only an original, stunning, heaven-defying beauty like Wen Feifei could catch Young Master Shen's eye.
"Wen Feifei has really made it big..." a B-list actress whispered to her companion, her voice trembling with acid envy. "To be able to cling to Young Master Shen's thigh... she is sure to rise rapidly. She will soar to the Ninth Heaven and become the hottest superstar in the world. Maybe she'll be as popular as the Heavenly Queen Zhong Lingyin, or even surpass her..."
"It's because Feifei is naturally beautiful and stunningly gorgeous; we're far inferior," another actress sighed, adjusting her hairpin. "Didn't Fan Lei, the previous second female lead, get possessed by a demon? She falsely accused Feifei of stealing her jewelry necklace out of jealousy, simply because Feifei's beauty overshadowed her."
"It's laughable when you think about it," a makeup artist chimed in, keeping her voice low. "Fan Lei probably never dreamed that Feifei is Young Master Shen's woman. Feifei wouldn't even look at her million-dollar jewelry necklace, let alone steal it. With Young Master Shen's wealth, he could buy the entire jewelry store for her as a toy."
"Now Fan Lei is completely finished. It's tragic, really. Not only were all her scenes deleted, and she had to pay an astronomical breach of contract fee, but she's also been permanently blacklisted from the entertainment industry. I heard CEO Lu personally sent her to prison. Meanwhile, Feifei directly replaced her, jumping from a mere extra with a few lines to the second female lead in a top-tier film project. Feifei truly has good luck."
"What good luck?" The first actress scoffed, staring at Shen Anyu's back with longing. "Being with Young Master Shen is Feifei's greatest luck. It is a fortune that requires saving the galaxy in a past life to achieve. We can only envy her."
"That's right..."
The surrounding staff sighed with emotion. The contrast between Fan Lei's destruction and Wen Feifei's meteoric rise was a brutal lesson in power. Shen Anyu hadn't just saved a damsel; he had crushed an enemy like an ant, casually and without mercy. If not for the fear of the gag order, they would have been boasting about witnessing his power to everyone they knew.
At this moment, amidst the artificial peach blossom trees, Wen Feifei noticed Shen Anyu.
She was in the middle of a scene, suspended on a wire, but her beautiful eyes instantly lit up. The cold, aloof mask of her character shattered, replaced by a look of pure, unadulterated joy.
"Brother Shen! Why are you here?" she mouthed, almost breaking character.
"Wait a moment, I'll finish this scene!"
Wen Feifei blinked her bright, large eyes at Shen Anyu, signaling him to wait. Then, with professional discipline, she quickly focused back on filming.
She was dressed in a stunning white ancient costume made of flowing silk that danced in the wind created by the industrial fans. With her hair styled in an intricate bun adorned with white jade, she exuded an ethereal aura, like a fairy who had descended from the Moon Palace. Her peerless beauty seemed to illuminate the entire set, making the other actresses look like fading candles in comparison.
The director, noticing Shen Anyu standing there, wiped sweat from his forehead and whispered anxiously:
"Young Master Shen, Feifei is... she is very dedicated. Should we pause filming immediately? I can clear the set so she can accompany you right now."
The director was terrified. Even CEO Lu wouldn't dare to make Young Master Shen wait standing up. Although pausing filming for such a large production would burn through hundreds of thousands of Yuan in wasted time and resources, money was meaningless compared to offending Young Master Shen.
Shen Anyu looked at Wen Feifei suspended in the air, his gaze gentle yet possessive. He shook his head and chuckled softly:
"It's alright. Let her finish this scene. This is her hobby and her career, and I respect that."
The director and the surrounding female staff felt their knees go weak hearing Shen Anyu's words.
Oh my god.
A female celebrity's eyes turned red with jealousy, her nails digging into her palms.
'Young Master Shen comes from an illustrious family, possesses wealth that rivals nations, is incomparably handsome, and yet... he has such a good temper? So gentle? Did Wen Feifei save the universe in her past life? How can she be worthy of him?'
Shen Anyu, however, was thinking something entirely different.
'Wen Feifei possesses the [Entertainment Domination System],' he mused, analyzing her value. 'With enough popularity points, her strength can skyrocket. Cultivating her is not just about pleasure; it is about forging a powerful weapon.'
Shen Anyu trusted his women and his family the most. The bond of blood was strong, but the bond of the body—where their souls and flesh intertwined—allowed for absolute trust.
'Facing numerous [Sons of Destiny], especially those troublesome types like the "Infinite Terror" survivors or the "Reborn Immortal Emperors," relying solely on myself is inefficient. I would eventually die of exhaustion. Cultivating a harem of powerful helpers is the optimal strategy.'
A calculating glint flashed in his dark eyes.
'Perhaps in the future, I can have the [Destined Heroine] deal with the [Child of Destiny]. Watching a Protagonist get crushed by the very woman he was destined to love... that would be the ultimate despair.'
As Shen Anyu thought of this, a hint of a cruel, satisfied smile played on his lips.
"Cut! Perfect!" the director yelled.
"Brother Shen! I've finished my morning scenes!"
Wen Feifei's acting skills were astonishing; aided by her System, she nailed the emotion in one take. As soon as the wires were lowered, she didn't even wait to change. She lifted the hem of her white dress and ran towards him, throwing herself into Shen Anyu's arms like a swallow returning to its nest.
"Brother Shen, why do you have time to visit me?" She looked up, her face flushed with excitement, her scent of orchids and expensive makeup filling his senses.
"I brought you some delicious food. The box lunches here at the Film City aren't very good, are they?"
Shen Anyu raised the exquisite, multi-layered rosewood food box in his hand.
Wen Feifei had no idea that Shen Anyu would visit her today, let alone personally bring her a meal prepared by the Shen Family's Michelin chefs. Her heart melted into a puddle of sweetness, as if she had eaten a jar of honey. Her delicate face blossomed into a smile so radiant it outshone the studio lights.
If she weren't a [Daughter of Destiny] and the [Destined Heroine], the system notification for her rising Favorability would probably be spamming Shen Anyu's vision right now.
However, judging from her ability to use the [Supernatural Skill: Love Infinite Teleportation]—appearing by his side instantly whenever he called—her Favorability had long exceeded ninety points. She was completely his.
The two sat aside on a pair of director's chairs. The surrounding staff quickly cleared a large circle around them, creating a vacuum of privacy. No one dared to disturb them; they could only watch from afar with envy.
Shen Anyu opened the box, revealing delicacies that cost more than the average crew member's annual salary. He picked up a piece of crystal shrimp dumping with his chopsticks.
"Open up," he commanded softly.
"Ah~" Wen Feifei opened her small, cherry-red mouth obediently, her eyes fixed on his face with adoration.
He fed her, his thumb grazing her soft lip, wiping away a stray drop of sauce. The intimacy was palpable, a heavy atmosphere of pink pheromones that suffocated the single dogs on set.
At this moment, Lu Xiuhan arrived.
The CEO of [Lu Corporation] had been inspecting other high-budget projects in the Film City. Upon hearing the terrifying news that "Young Master Shen" was at the Zhu Xian set, he had abandoned his meeting and rushed over, sweating profusely.
When he arrived, the first thing he saw was Shen Anyu and Wen Feifei sitting together. The beautiful actress, who was originally destined to be the light of Lu Xiuhan's life, was currently gazing at Shen Anyu with a look of utter submission, eating from his hand like a petted cat.
Thump.
Lu Xiuhan felt a strange, sharp pang in his heart. It was a phantom pain, a sense of profound loss, as if a part of his soul had been gouged out. Sadness welled up in his chest, unbidden.
But this feeling was fleeting.
The [Villain's Halo] distorted his perception instantly. The subconscious hatred of a [Child of Destiny] was suppressed by the overwhelming fear and "respect" imprinted by Shen Anyu.
Although he was originally Wen Feifei's destined male lead, their fated red thread had long been severed and burned to ash by Shen Anyu.
Now, Lu Xiuhan, this pitiful [Child of Destiny], even had a seventy percent favorability towards Shen Anyu. He was effectively a cuckold who smiled at the thief.
"Young Master Shen! You've come to visit the set?"
Lu Xiuhan, the domineering CEO who usually walked with the swagger of a king, showed no hint of dominance at this moment. He swallowed the bitterness in his throat, and his face beamed with a pleasant, humble smile as he walked quickly towards Shen Anyu to greet him.
He bowed slightly, ignoring the fact that the woman he loved was nestled in another man's arms right in front of him.
...
[Location: Undisclosed Coastal Villa]
Meanwhile, on the other side of the city's underbelly.
"You've found Zhong Lingyin's whereabouts? She's currently in the Magic City Film and Television City? Good, I understand."
[Sea Dragon King] Zhang Hailong hung up the encrypted satellite phone. He stood by the window, staring at the stormy sea, a cold, predatory sneer twisting his face.
"Fairy Pei... Pei Changli..."
He crushed the phone in his hand, reducing it to dust.
"I wonder what expression that indifferent, beautiful face of yours will show when you see your beloved Junior Sister, Zhong Lingyin, fall into the hands of our [Martial God Hall]? It will certainly be very interesting..."
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