"Why didn't you tell me before that you're an excellent singer?" Uma looked deeply into the starry amber eyes of Hugo, a playful smile on her lips, and said emotionally. Although Uma's gaze lingered on Hugo's eyes, her hands slowly slid down Hugo's body, feeling his delicate yet firm skin. Uma's palms planted small fires on Hugo's skin with their warmth.Hugo looked at Uma, who was sprawled on top of him, a smile he hadn't even noticed forming on his lips. "I told you last night, did you forget? We haven't had a formal date yet, or even a formal conversation. You didn't give me a chance."Uma's hands made Hugo's skin tingle, and his body quickly reacted. The smile in his eyes followed Uma's seductive gaze downwards, taking in all the boundless charm. The joy in his heart made Hugo feel light. Hugo's hands explored the smooth curve of Uma's back, making her breathing quicken involuntarily.Uma gently bit her lower lip, trying to control her breathing. "No, you had a chance, remember? The set visit for 'A Few Good Men,' the guitar, the singing..." The reason Hugo produced the end credits song for 'A Few Good Men' was actually due to that impromptu performance during the set visit, so he naturally wouldn't forget it."So, that means you already knew, didn't you? Then why are you asking me?" Hugo slightly raised his upper body, using his abdominal strength to inch closer to Uma's face. But Uma playfully raised her body, not letting Hugo get close. This forced Hugo to use his hands to hold her shoulder blades, preventing her from escaping further, and then he kissed Uma's lips.Uma immediately took the initiative, biting Hugo's lips in return, and then her hands continued to explore downwards, quickly touching an intense heat, making Hugo let out a soft groan. A smug smile appeared on Uma's lips, and then she left Hugo's tempting lips, traveling down his chin, Adam's apple, collarbone, chest, and abs, exploring with her lips, making Hugo ascend step by step to a peak of mental pleasure.Outside, the sun was already bright. Charlize and Alex sat in the dining room, listening to the faint sounds coming from a room at the other end of the hall, exchanging helpless glances.Yesterday's premiere of "A Few Good Men" was very successful, with enthusiastic questions from the audience one after another. This made the premiere last until midnight, and by the time Hugo got home, it was almost one in the morning. Charlize and Alex had originally worried that Hugo would toss and turn like he did after the "Scent of a Woman" premiere, but unexpectedly, Hugo had found another method, and it was clearly a very good one. This morning, not only did they not see a zombie-like, anxious Hugo, but they also heard sounds more joyful than sunshine and waves.The sound of a door creaking open reached them. Uma, wearing the same outfit from last night's premiere, her long blonde hair now down, walked into the bathroom with light steps. She didn't forget to greet Charlize and Alex. However, before Uma entered the bathroom, Charlize suddenly remembered something and called out, "Uma..." But after speaking, she felt it was a bit impolite. Looking at Uma's turning face, Charlize carefully chose her words, "Hugo's towel is the white one. Please use that one, okay?"Uma, holding the bathroom doorknob with her right hand, squinted at Charlize for a moment, as if Charlize's words just now were very odd, trying to read something from Charlize's expression. This made Charlize feel a bit uncomfortable. Then Uma said, "Okay, no problem." And then Uma walked into the bathroom.Alex nudged Charlize with his elbow and asked curiously, "You don't like her?""No!" Charlize's answer was very direct, her voice even rising slightly, as if eager to deny it. This startled Alex. Charlize immediately realized her reaction was a bit excessive and quickly smiled. "No, I just don't want her to use my towel, or yours. You know, I'm quite sensitive about that."Alex didn't doubt anything, nodding in realization. The last time Uma stayed overnight, she used Charlize's towel, and Charlize threw that towel away afterward. Alex knew about this. "Next time Hugo brings someone home to stay, we'd better remind him beforehand."Charlize breathed a sigh of relief when Alex didn't press further, nodding and absently agreeing, "Yes, you're right."Charlize looked at Hugo's slightly ajar room door, listening to the sound of showering from the bathroom. Her expression froze for a moment, but she quickly averted her gaze, took a deep breath, and the hesitation in her brows, along with the sunlight streaming in from the window, all vanished. A slight, relaxed smile formed on her lips.Uma quickly tidied herself up, stayed in Hugo's room for a while longer, and then prepared to leave. Uma stood in the living room bidding farewell to Charlize and Alex. Uma hesitated for a moment and looked at Charlize, "You don't like me?"Uma's sudden question stunned both Charlize and Alex. Clearly, neither of them had anticipated Uma would engage in further conversation with them, let alone that her first question would be so direct and sharp. However, Charlize's demeanor was very calm; instead, she smiled and asked in return, "Is that so?"Uma paused, looking at the casual smile on Charlize's lips and her open, honest gaze. "You should like me."This time, Charlize raised an eyebrow slightly, her surprise and curiosity clearly visible, and asked again, "Should I?"Uma paused for about a second. She had originally thought Charlize also liked Hugo, or at least had some ambiguity. But now it seemed she had overthought things. Perhaps a woman's sixth sense was too sensitive—or perhaps this indicated her own growing affection for Hugo? So, Uma also smiled, shook her head, "No, I just overthought it. I apologize for my rude way of asking." After apologizing, Uma waved goodbye again and walked away.Hearing the commotion in the living room, Hugo finally emerged from his room. He leaned against the doorway and asked, "What's wrong? What happened?"Alex didn't know what to say. It seemed like a brief, bloodless war had just occurred between the two women right under his nose, but Alex didn't know the reason or how to describe it precisely. So, Alex lowered his head and obediently enjoyed his breakfast. Today's bacon tasted very good.Charlize, however, didn't shy away. She maintained her relaxed and casual demeanor, shrugging. "Nothing, just a simple exchange. Uma asked me how I rested last night, and I said I didn't rest very well. That's all.""Why? Were you worried about my movie last night?" Hugo said with a chuckle. He was in a very good mood today, not only because the movie premiere was successful, but also because things were going smoothly between him and Uma. Although Hugo still couldn't distinguish whether his affection for Uma came from his past self or his current self, he confirmed one thing: whether it was his past self or his current self, the signals in his head were coming from the same person. So, he no longer hesitated, nor did he need to delay. He let the hormones in his heart naturally release their energy. Last night was a wonderful night."No." Charlize calmly said, tearing a piece of French baguette. "Because the noise from your room was too loud."Alex burst out laughing, spitting out the bacon in his mouth. Looking at the mess on his plate, he still couldn't stop, snickering continuously. Hugo's previously excited expression instantly froze on his face. He awkwardly scratched his head, looked around, and then shyly and reservedly walked into the bathroom.Watching Hugo's retreating figure, Alex's laughter immediately erupted. "Girl, you..." Alex gave Charlize a thumbs-up, showing his admiration.Charlize didn't think much of it; she just smiled. "Don't you agree?""Yes, yes, of course." Alex said, highly amused. "Not only do I agree, but I'm also very envious." This simple statement made Charlize pause, then blush, leaving Alex utterly bewildered.Hugo had originally planned to stay in the bathroom for a little longer, but the appearance of Joseph and Carl lifted the alarm, allowing Hugo to come out smoothly and early. Although the success of last night's premiere had boosted Hugo's confidence, and a wonderful night had kept his nervousness at bay, the tension of impending first reviews still crept in. Even though it was delayed, it still made Hugo feel his muscles tighten all over.Hugo nervously looked at Joseph and Carl, who stood before him with tense faces. This reminded him of the situation with the first reviews for "Scent of a Woman." Was this going to be another bad start? But could the subsequent reviews turn things around like they did for "Scent of a Woman" this time? No one likes a bad start, even if they know they can catch up later.Joseph looked at the anxious Hugo, and the equally uneasy Charlize and Alex, trying to suppress the tremor in his voice as he calmly said, "Nicholas from the 'Los Angeles Times' was the first to write a review." This wasn't a good start. "He gave 'A Few Good Men' a score of ninety points.""Oh, God..." Alex's wail stopped as soon as it started. He had barely expressed his lament when he realized it wasn't bad news. Then he heard Hugo's trembling voice excitedly say, "You mean, ninety out of a hundred points.""Yes!" A slight smile formed on Joseph's face, like a hyacinth swaying in the wind.
