Pretending to Cultivate in Kindergarten-Chapter 153: Sister Will Listen to You

Since everyone was present, Jiang Jingshi got straight to the point.

The three of them first discussed the new benefits system for the singers after the company merger. Jiang Jingshi felt that since Wang Jie’s artists had transitioned from a small town to the city, their daily commute was a hassle. She believed they should at least arrange shuttle buses and provide additional subsidies for those traveling long distances. There were also other benefits that needed improvement.

Lin Zhengran had no objections to this—Jiang Jingshi had enough experience in these matters.

Sister Wang also shared her thoughts.

Afterward, the three of them discussed the formation of new music groups. The company had decided to establish three music teams, with Jiang Xueli’s girl group as the top priority for resources.

They planned to push her new MV, organize a press release for her song, promote it through video platforms, and schedule interviews. With the unexpected popularity boost from the Little Star Rankings, as long as Jiang Xueli’s new song maintained its quality, it would be easy for her to blow up.

On top of that, Jiang Jingshi brought good news.

She handed over a contract.

“This morning, I spoke with a fairly well-known director. He wants to use Lili’s original song, Whale, as the ending theme for an upcoming movie.

I watched the movie myself—it’s well made. Zhengran and Sister Wang, if you’re interested, I can introduce you to the director so you can add him on WeChat.

Even though an ending theme doesn’t get as much exposure as the main theme, given Lili’s current level of fame, this is still great publicity. Lili, what do you think?

Take a look at the contract amount—how does it sound? If you’re willing, we can finalize the deal in a few days.”

Jiang Xueli had been listening to the conversation but felt like everything they were discussing was way too high-level.

She was just a student—how had she suddenly gotten involved in company affairs?!

Now that Jiang Jingshi was asking her opinion, she had no idea what to say. “Me? I…” She turned to Lin Zhengran, not even registering the money part. “Zhengran, what do you think? I’ll listen to you.”

Lin Zhengran skimmed the contract and nodded at Jiang Xueli. “I think it’s a good opportunity. As long as the movie isn’t complete garbage, there’s no downside.”

Jiang Xueli smiled and nodded. “If Zhengran says it’s good, then it’s good.”

Jiang Jingshi observed their dynamic and smiled. “Then it’s settled. That wraps up everything, right? All that’s left is Zhengran’s training session this afternoon and Lili’s MV shoot today and tomorrow.”

Jiang Xueli was caught off guard. “The filming starts today?”

“Yes, this is your solo MV. We’ll begin today with indoor scenes, then shoot the outdoor segments tomorrow. Next week, once Zhengran picks the right team for you, we’ll plan the rest.”

After wrapping up the meeting, Wang Jie took Jiang Xueli backstage for makeup and a wardrobe change. The indoor MV shoot would happen in the afternoon, followed by the outdoor shoot on Sunday.

Lin Zhengran had volunteered to accompany her for the outdoor filming.

As Jiang Xueli and Wang Jie left, Lin Zhengran and Jiang Jingshi stood at the office door, watching them go.

Pan Lin was also standing nearby.

She noticed Jiang Jingshi looking visibly exhausted—clearly, she had been working herself to the bone lately.

As a highly perceptive secretary, Pan Lin offered, “President Jiang, your office hasn’t been tidied in a few days. I’ll go clean it up. Let me know if you need anything.”

Jiang Jingshi glanced at her and hummed in agreement. “Go ahead.”

Pan Lin nodded, intentionally giving Jiang Jingshi and Lin Zhengran some alone time. After all, if she was busy cleaning the office, President Jiang had the perfect excuse to stay here instead of returning to her own office.

It was likely what Jiang Jingshi wanted too—she didn’t seem inclined to go back and rest.

After Pan Lin left, Jiang Jingshi noticed Jiang Xueli looking back at them while heading downstairs.

Lin Zhengran waved at her.

Jiang Xueli smiled brightly in response.

Jiang Jingshi turned to him. “Zhengran, you really dote on Lili, huh? Even following her to the MV shoot tomorrow.”

Lin Zhengran didn’t deny it. “She’s been with me since childhood. If I’m not there, she’ll probably feel nervous.”

“I could tell. When we mentioned filming outdoors, the moment you said you’d be there, she visibly relaxed. You’re really important to her.”

Jiang Jingshi’s expression was subtle, carrying a hint of jealousy.

Lin Zhengran didn’t comment and instead glanced at her, noticing how fatigued she seemed.

“Since Sister Pan is cleaning your office, why don’t you rest here for a while? I already noticed you looked tired during the meeting.”

Jiang Jingshi smiled gently. “I’m fine. I just wanted to make sure Lili’s first collaboration went smoothly. That’s why I had the movie contract reviewed by our lawyers this morning. I only came back after confirming there were no issues.”

The two of them returned to Lin Zhengran’s office and shut the door.

Jiang Jingshi sat on the couch and glanced down at her heels.

Lin Zhengran noticed. “If you don’t mind, I can lock the door, and you can take off your shoes to relax.”

Jiang Jingshi hesitated but then chuckled. “Then I won’t keep up appearances in front of you, Zhengran.”

She really was exhausted.

She pulled out her phone and messaged Pan Lin.

Shortly after, Pan Lin brought over a small, fluffy footrest.

Lin Zhengran took it from her, locked the door, and handed it to Jiang Jingshi.

Her face flushed slightly as she removed her high heels.

Her feet, still clad in sheer stockings, slipped out of the red-bottomed heels.

Jiang Jingshi had small, delicate feet, accentuated by the stockings, looking almost like a piece of art. She rubbed her sore ankle before placing both feet onto the footrest, letting out a satisfied sigh.

Lin Zhengran, sitting beside her, remarked, “You’ve worked hard, Sister Jiang. I know you’ve been running all over to handle the company’s paperwork. If you hadn’t, everything wouldn’t have come together this quickly.”

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Jiang Jingshi gazed at him with her soft, peach blossom eyes and smiled.

“Why so formal, Zhengran? This company belongs to both of us, of course I’m going to give it my all. That said, it’s not a big deal—it’s just a matter of walking around, signing papers, making calls. Eventually, the paperwork will be done. You, on the other hand, have to train and mentor all these singers. That’s the real hard work.”

“I don’t think it’s that bad.”

“These singers won’t be so easy to train,” she reminded him.

Lin Zhengran simply smiled. Most people might struggle with training them, but for him, it was a different story.

Just as she finished speaking, she suddenly furrowed her brows and looked down at her ankle.

Lin Zhengran was surprised. “Does your ankle hurt?”

Jiang Jingshi massaged it lightly. “Mm. It’s been acting up for the past few days. I’m not sure why, but it’s probably nothing serious.”

Lin Zhengran suggested, “If you don’t mind, I can take a look?”

“You know how to check injuries?”

Lin Zhengran knew everything—his mastery was comprehensive in every field.

“I know a little. Sister Jiang, move to the edge of the couch so I can examine it properly.”

She nodded and adjusted her position.

Lin Zhengran knelt in front of her, his expression serious.

Jiang Jingshi, watching him from above, felt her cheeks grow warm.

“It’s probably not an injury… What should I do?” she asked, her voice slightly flustered.

Lin Zhengran reached out, gently grasping her foot through the silk stocking and placing it on his knee.

“You don’t have to do anything, Sister Jiang. Just relax.”

The moment his hand touched her sole, Jiang Jingshi bit her lip slightly.

It was… a little ticklish.

Jiang Jingshi’s foot felt incredibly soft to the touch, though her ankle was slightly stiff from walking too much.

Lin Zhengran gently pressed around her ankle, testing for sensitivity. “Does it hurt here?”

Jiang Jingshi winced slightly and furrowed her brows. She nodded. “Right there. Be a little gentler.”

“Got it.”

Lin Zhengran observed carefully. “It’s just fatigue. There’s no major issue for now, but if you keep pushing yourself, it could lead to real damage. I can already feel the changes—especially with high heels making it worse. I’ll massage it a bit, and it should feel much better right away.

Tonight, make sure to soak your feet—it’ll help speed up lactic acid breakdown and improve circulation. Looks like you’ve already applied some medicine?”

“Yes, but it didn’t help much.”

“Medicine is just an aid. What you really need is rest. Otherwise, this will turn into a bigger issue soon.”

As she felt Lin Zhengran’s hands kneading her sole and ankle, Jiang Jingshi, though slightly embarrassed, couldn’t help but admit—it felt really good.

His technique was incredibly professional.

“…It’s not that serious, right?”

Lin Zhengran glanced up at her, his expression serious. Jiang Jingshi rarely saw him look this stern.

“I’m not joking. High heels alone—”

She didn’t hear the rest of what he said.

She was too focused on his expression—somewhere between a warning and mild scolding.

Her fingers, resting on the couch, curled slightly.

In that moment, a long-buried memory surfaced.

The first time she met Lin Zhengran, when they were little kids.

He had looked at her exactly like this back then—strict, almost intimidating.

Even though it had been so many years, and she had only realized much later that the boy she met in the supermarket that day was him, the overlapping familiarity of the scene made her feel…

A little nervous.

“…I get it,” she mumbled softly.

“Big sister will listen to you.”