My Wife Is a Superstar novel Chapter 841

Chapter 841 Nothing But Trouble

Nonetheless, Ruan Anxi was delighted to hear that. “Ran, your words are interesting.”

“It's all your fault! Not only did you harm me, but you also harmed Nan Chen!” Ning Ran raged.

“Well, I really didn't expect this matter to affect Nan Chen. It's a surprise for me, though I'm delighted to find out he's affected, too.” Ruan Anxi's laughter was a little exaggerated.

“D*mn it! You b*stard!”

Ning Ran never wanted to cuss at Ruan Anxi, but the latter was too annoying. That was the only way to deal with someone like him.

Regardless, Ruan Anxi was not the slightest bit affected. He continued saying slowly and calmly, “Calm down, Ran. Don't be mad. It'll make me sad.”

He did not seem bothered that he was getting scolded. To him, everything was a minor matter as long as it did not involve life and death.

“Get lost! Don't call me ever again!”

Ning Ran ended the call right away.

The moment she turned around, she saw Nan Chen standing behind her.

She explained frantically, “He called, and I scolded him!”

“I heard,” Nan Chen responded coldly.

“I'm really sorry about this...”

“It has already happened. There's no use saying sorry now.”

“You blame me for it?”

“Am I not supposed to?” Nan Chen asked.

He's right. It's originally my fault.

Although she felt wronged, everything still happened because of her. Hence, she ought to take responsibility for it.

“Fine. It's my fault. I admit it. But how are we going to salvage this when Mr. David is refusing to negotiate with you?”

“We're still thinking of a way. My team will deal with it,” Nan Chen responded.

At that moment, Erbao ran into the house with Nan Chen's phone. “Daddy, your phone's vibrating.”

Nan Chen picked it up. “What is it?”

The person on the other end of the line said something in response. After listening to the caller, Nan Chen said, “Tell the higher-ups to hold a meeting now. I'll be right there.” With that, he hung up.

The fact that Nan Chen was leaving right then meant it was something important. Ning Ran asked meekly, “Is it about the company?”

“We have news that Prosperity Holdings is negotiating with DBA, and they'll be signing the contract earliest by tomorrow.”

As Nan Chen was saying that, he picked up his coat and got ready to leave.

Although he looked unfazed, Ning Ran knew he was anxious on the inside.

Once DBA signed the contract, it would last for five years. That meant Nanshi Corporation would have zero chances of signing a contract with DBA for five years. On top of that, no one knew what would happen five years later.

“Prosperity Holdings runs a video production business too? Are they one of your competitors?”

“Yes. Their industrial distribution is similar to ours. Last year, they paid a handsome price to buy a video production company, but they've always been behind us. If they manage to get DBA's online broadcasting rights, they'll possibly surpass us. Rest early, all of you. I have to go out for an emergency meeting now.”

When he finished speaking, he rushed out of the house.

Alas, Ning Ran could not fall asleep even when the children had already drifted off to sleep. All she could think of was that matter.

The more she thought about it, the more frustrated she felt. She felt extremely aggrieved that she wanted to vent it out to someone.

Thus, she sent Lu Jingyuan a text: Are you asleep? How are you doing?

Lu Jingyuan replied almost instantly: It's still early. Let's talk.

Just like that, they began talking. Though Lu Jingyuan was in the capital, she knew what had happened to Ning Ran, and she comforted the latter.

Ning Ran: I'm fine, actually. I just feel uneasy because the incident affected Nanshi Corporation. I feel like I'm nothing but trouble.

Lu Jingyuan: Actually, I know that CEO from DBA, too. In fact, I know for a fact he's going to the capital tomorrow to inspect the venue for China Open. I can help you make some arrangements if you want to explain the situation to David yourself.

Truthfully, Ning Ran did have the urge to do so. After all, everything started with her. She believed she needed to clarify Nanshi Corporation had nothing to do with the donation incident and that they were not involved in money laundering.

Even if the relevant departments had spoken up to prove Nanshi Corporation's finances were clean, the negative impacts would not be eliminated immediately. One of them was the shelving of the negotiation with DBA regarding the broadcast rights.

Therefore, Ning Ran felt she should do something to help them out. The fact that Lu Jingyuan could make some arrangements to assist her could not be better.

After hanging up, Ning Ran immediately booked the earliest flight to go to the capital the next morning.

Ning Ran then sent Cheng Xiangyun a text, informing the latter she had to be away for a day and needed the latter's help to send the kids to school the next day.

Soon, the next afternoon arrived. Ning Ran met DBA's CEO, David, in the hotel beside Woodland Stadium.

Although she had Lu Jingyuan as company, she still felt nervous.

After all, she was only an actress and had zero experience in business negotiations. Moreover, she did not know if meeting David personally would help Nan Chen or make things worse.

After introducing Ning Ran in fluent English, Lu Jingyuan revealed the former's identity as Nan Chen's girlfriend instead of his wife.

Ning Ran had not been using English ever since she returned to China. One had to use a language often or they would forget how to speak in that language after a long time.

Besides, she was nervous. When she spoke, she stuttered and almost used the wrong words.

Lu Jingyuan, who sat beside Ning Ran, gently patted the latter on the back, indicating for her to calm down and speak slowly.

Taking a deep breath, Ning Ran explained without stuttering, “About that donation incident. It's my private matter. It has nothing to do with Nan Chen. Besides, we're not married yet. So, my matters shouldn't affect him or your judgment toward Nanshi Corporation.”

“Ms. Ning, you're really pretty. I admire your honesty, but this is an official affair. I don't call the shots here,” said David with a smile.

“I know. That's why I think it shouldn't be affected by my personal matters. Nanshi Corporation is a very capable international corporation. The number of registered users of their video production company has been skyrocketing for the past two years. And since they're an international company, they know how to do a good job at broadcasting competitions for foreign countries. They'll even help maximize DBA's influence in China. If you gave up working with Nanshi Corporation because of my personal matters, I believe it'll bring a huge loss to both parties. That's why I've come here to meet you in person, not on behalf of Nanshi Corporation, but on behalf of myself to explain the situation to you. I know my explanation might not influence your decision, but I hope I've made the situation clear. Thank you for giving me the chance to explain myself.”

Ning Ran had no experience in business negotiations. Thus, she did not really know how to convince David.

When Ning Ran finished, Lu Jingyuan chimed in, “Ning Ran's a celebrity in China. She can help to promote DBA in the future. Besides, Nanshi Corporation's existing resources are better than the other video production companies. I hope you can reconsider your decision.”