Supreme Heir Son-in-law

Chapter 1403: You Really Took My Joke Seriously

Mr. Bai was still angry, thinking about how to drive these people away, but he didn’t expect to hear what Xiao Keyi said and was momentarily stunned. Could this person in front of him be his former student?

That familiar feeling suddenly surged in his heart, as if he remembered something and pointed at Xiao Keyi, suddenly his eyes turned red.

Then he unexpectedly began sobbing: "You child, it’s been so many years since we last met, you didn’t even call or text. You have no idea how worried I was about you. Although I’m a bit disappointed you didn’t enter the entertainment industry, it’s not enough to make me angry with you. Why did you ignore your teacher?"

"It’s been many years since graduation. Some people have become very famous in the entertainment industry and ignored their teachers, which I can understand because they weren’t great students back then. But you were always excellent both in character and academics. Losing touch was truly painful for me."

Seeing that the teacher genuinely missed him and also had sincere plans for him, Xiao Keyi felt an overwhelming sense of happiness, realizing the teacher cared more about him than his own father.

Xu Ke noticed that both were very emotional, so he took out some tissues by the garden and handed them to the two, finally calming Mr. Bai down.

Only then did he look at the young man with the tissues. Who is this young man? Could he be my disciple?

But over the years, given this young man’s looks, he probably would have made a mark in the entertainment industry, but I haven’t heard any news about him. It seems this young man isn’t famous in the entertainment industry yet.

Xiao Keyi didn’t have time to introduce him yet, Mr. Bai already closed up shop and couldn’t help but sigh: "You just stood there quietly, though your character seems good, you managed to give me the address. However, in the entertainment industry nowadays, someone like you might not make it big. Better find something else to do. Those with real acting skills aren’t landing roles, while those who are just pretty faces can not only get roles but also win fans. But you’re so good-looking and still not famous, I’m actually a bit curious."

You’re that good-looking?

Xu Ke couldn’t help but smile. Was this old man in front of him praising his looks? Although his appearance was indeed eye-catching in a crowd, it shouldn’t be enough for a seasoned veteran like Mr. Bai to praise him like this.

Even though he normally didn’t care about his appearance, getting a compliment from Mr. Bai made Xu Ke happy, and he sincerely thanked him: "Thank you, Mr. Bai, for your compliment. Unfortunately, I’m not in the entertainment industry, just an employee of Xiao Group."

Hearing Xu Ke wasn’t in the entertainment industry, Mr. Bai felt it was a pity. Such an impressive young person with good looks, why wasn’t he in entertainment? If he were, his looks would probably outshine those trend-chasing stars.

"It’s really a pity. If you were in entertainment, those directors would be fighting over you."

Xu Ke was instantly speechless. Here was Mr. Bai, on one hand advising against joining the entertainment industry, yet feeling regret that he didn’t join. It was indeed a bit contradictory. But people like that perhaps hold dreams in their hearts too. Otherwise, why would they argue with people everywhere about the entertainment industry?

Xiao Keyi couldn’t help but burst out laughing. She always thought the man beside her was handsome, yet he never realized how stunning his looks were.

Of course, a work-focused guy like him wouldn’t be aware of these things. To Xu Ke, his appearance was probably just a means for recognition.

But ironically, what Xu Ke valued least was what people in the entertainment industry desperately sought. Indeed, an unexpected blessing in disguise.

"Mr. Bai, I can’t quite tell if you’re regretting it or wanting me to join. Why don’t you introduce me to something? With your wide network, you’d surely find me a good job. Leaving Xiao Group doesn’t seem too bad either."

Xu Ke joked, not expecting Mr. Bai to immediately frown upon hearing this. Could this kid be thinking of entering the entertainment industry? But for his prized disciple’s sake, he didn’t lose his temper, just spoke a bit sternly.

"You brat, I was just joking about how it’s a pity you’re not in entertainment, and you’re pushing it. If you entered the entertainment industry, with your kind of straightforward character, you’d be chewed up and spat out. Besides, your character suits being an employee way more. Stick to Xiao Group. It’s a well-known enterprise better than the entertainment industry. Work hard there, and the movie stars will be chasing after you instead."

Out of respect for Xiao Keyi, Mr. Bai earnestly advised, and seeing how serious the teacher was, Xiao Keyi realized he genuinely thought Xu Ke might consider joining the entertainment world.

"Alright, Mr. Bai, you actually thought he’d go? He was just joking. He’ll never enter the entertainment world. Plus, he’s already a president of our branch, extremely competent, even praised by my grandfather."

After saying this, she pretended to be angry as she looked at Mr. Bai: "Mr. Bai, today you managed to stop him. If you persuade him to become an actor again, I’ll be upset. We rarely find such an outstanding young person, and my grandfather wouldn’t be happier. If he knew Mr. Bai poached him, he might flip immediately."

Her joke smoothed Mr. Bai’s expression. Hearing that the young man had no intention of entering the entertainment industry made him feel much better. But still, he felt it was a pity, as his most gifted disciple would have had connections and talent in the entertainment industry.

Truly a pity. But then why does this young man, so young, garner the old man’s favor? Normally, the old man has discerning eyes and wouldn’t take a liking to just any young person. What’s so special about this young man that got the old man so invested?

"Alright, alright, I know your grandfather’s temper. How’s his health lately? I hear ever since he left the business world, he’s been enjoying his old age. Yet he had my most talented disciple working in the company. We haven’t sorted this yet; the old man now avoids me daily, won’t even join me for tea. I must make time to confront him."