The Movie Queen's Mouth is Blessed - Chapter 1

“Jiang Xiaobai! You’re really something, huh? Ignoring my calls all day? Let me tell you one last time—if you don’t attend President Zhao’s banquet tonight, you’re no longer under my management! From now on, we go our separate ways!”

The cold, furious female voice on the phone abruptly cut off, leaving behind an eerie silence.

Jiang Bai blinked, her wet hands placing the phone beside the bathtub as her thoughts slowly returned.

She was Jiang Bai—one of the most renowned Talisman Masters on the Yaoyue Continent. After months of seclusion, she had finally made a breakthrough in creating the ultimate talisman—the Fortune Charm. But an unforeseen accident occurred just as she was mixing the charm’s liquid components.

And when she opened her eyes again—

She had become Jiang Xiaobai.

Jiang Bai and Jiang Xiaobai are similar names but are entirely different people.

“Damn… it’s freezing.”

A shiver ran through her as she looked down and suddenly remembered—she was still soaking in a tub full of ice-cold water.

Under the water was a young woman’s enchanting body, but her skin had turned alarmingly pale due to prolonged submersion. Quickly grabbing onto the bathtub’s edge, she stood up, coughing from the water that had choked her.

The bathroom had a massive mirror on the wall, and she finally saw her reflection.

A seductive figure, long wavy chestnut hair, amber eyes gleaming with intelligence, flawless porcelain skin—a stunning beauty with red lips and pearly white teeth.

However, her skin looked unnaturally pale, and her dripping wet hair added to her disheveled appearance.

The original owner of this body had gotten into an argument with her agent over an investment deal. Furious, she returned home and drowned her sorrows in alcohol while soaking in the bathtub, only to lose consciousness and slip underwater… leading to her untimely fate.

She had no idea how long she had been unconscious. The water had gone ice cold, sobering her up instantly.

No wonder her complexion looked awful.

Memories flooded her mind all at once—the past experiences, knowledge, and emotions of the body’s previous owner now fully merged with her own.

Jiang Xiaobai, 23 years old, was a D-list actress. Despite her breathtaking beauty—so striking that she stood out even in an entertainment industry filled with gorgeous people—she had a reputation for being arrogant, challenging to work with, and having a terrible temper. As a result, even after two or three years in the industry, she remained largely unknown.

She had acted in a few relatively popular dramas, but only as supporting characters—third or fourth leads. While audiences were captivated by her beauty, her acting skills…

Better not to ask.

Jiang Xiaobai was multi-talented—fluent in two foreign languages, skilled in playing several musical instruments, and proficient in singing and dancing. She had even graduated from one of the top-performing arts academies, making her an ideal candidate for stardom.

Because of these qualities, Tangming Entertainment signed her while she was still in university, believing she was destined for fame. However, Jiang Xiaobai had a talent for turning a winning hand into a losing game.

Blunt to a fault, stubborn, and unwilling to flatter people, she had offended countless individuals in the industry. To make matters worse, her name was constantly involved in scandals.

Whenever her name was mentioned, people’s expressions turned complicated—

“Oh, that actress? The one who’s drop-dead gorgeous but seems to lack emotional intelligence?”

The woman who had just called her was her agent, Dong Ran. Dong Ran had secured an audition for the second female lead role in a fantasy drama. Still, the production investors were torn between her and another actress, Zhao Shan. They had yet to make a final decision.

For days, Dong Ran had been urging her to attend President Zhao’s private banquet that evening, sweet-talk him a little, offer a toast, and with her looks, securing the role should be a piece of cake.

But Jiang Xiaobai, too proud of such things, had outright refused, sparking a heated argument with Dong Ran, who lashed out.

“If it weren’t for that pretty face of yours, do you really think the company would still be keeping you around?”

“You already screwed up a nearly finalized endorsement deal. With your rotten temper, who would dare hire you in the future?”

“Tone down your diva attitude. If you keep this up, the company will freeze your career.”

Jiang Xiaobai had been so enraged that she let herself sink into frustration in the bathtub.

While drying herself off with a towel, Jiang Bai pondered her situation.

She had faced disaster while crafting a talisman. Still, instead of entirely perishing, her soul had merged into Jiang Xiaobai’s body.

So, what happened to Jiang Xiaobai’s soul?

Going back to her original body was impossible—it had been completely destroyed beyond recovery.

In that case…

“For the sake of this opportunity… and this familiar face, I’ll live well for you. Do you want to make a name for yourself in the entertainment industry to rise to the top? I’ll make it happen for you. Consider it repaying your kindness.”

Jiang Xiaobai hadn’t entered showbiz for money or material wealth—she had wanted to be a star purely out of passion. It was her childhood dream.

She envisioned massive billboards of herself in shopping malls, starring in popular dramas, her name known far and wide, with countless fans supporting her.

Because, in her opinion, with a face as stunning as hers, it would be a crime for the world not to recognize her.

The world Jiang Bai came from, the Yaoyue Continent, vastly differed from this one. It had unique professions such as Talisman Masters, Formation Masters, and Alchemists. However, its entertainment industry was eerily similar to this modern world’s, and thanks to the original owner’s memories, she wasn’t unfamiliar with the path ahead.

After getting dressed and drying her hair, Jiang Bai—no, Jiang Xiaobai now—walked into the living room and turned on the TV, flipping through channels casually.

This luxurious, spacious apartment was under the original owner’s name. Every decoration was exquisite and tasteful. While it wasn’t a standalone villa, it was located in an extremely expensive district—far beyond what an average person could afford.

Dong Ran had always assumed Jiang Xiaobai was renting the place. Having worked together for years, she had never seen her in contact with family, considering she had cut ties with them after entering the industry—something quite common.

Her temper came from being spoiled since childhood, making her fearless—even when dealing with influential investors.

Otherwise, if she genuinely had connections, why was she struggling alone in the industry without any backing?

After watching some television to better understand the world’s entertainment scene, Jiang Xiaobai picked up a script.

It was a xianxia (immortal fantasy) drama. The role Dong Ran had chosen for her was the second female lead, “Moonlit Immortal” Liu Ruyan.

She had once been the protagonist’s best friend and benefactor. They had joined the sect together, growing up side by side. However, due to disputes over sect resources, their relationship soured. Later, after falling in love with the male lead but unable to win his heart, Liu Ruyan turned to forbidden magic, becoming a ruthless demoness.