Translator: _Min
Upon the dawn of a new day, Qi Shuning found herself barely clinging to the will to survive.
In stark contrast, Si Fuqingâs vitality seemed to grow stronger, she could devour several chickens daily.
The first episode of the show, capturing four days of raw footage, was scheduled to premiere next Thursday on the Great Xia TV and various video platforms.
It was a rarity for a variety show to gain a star-rated slot.
Yet, with the backing of the prestigious Great Xia TV and a veteran director at the helm, the show had secured the coveted prime time slot of 8:00 to 10:30 PM.
The production teamâs reputation for quality had garnered nationwide anticipation for the program.
Initially, the director had planned to focus the editing around Yuan Heping and Xu Jiannian. However, he soon decided to allocate more screen time to Si Fuqing.
He couldnât allow himself to feel stuffed, he wanted all the viewers in front of their TVs to be shocked.
After four days of filming, Si Fuqing finally earned a day off.
Seizing this opportunity, she headed to the hotel where Yu Xiheng was staying, only to find Feng San in his place.
Si Fuqingâs fists tightened as she inquired, âWhereâs the boss?â
Feng San responded, âBrother Nine went to some village and didnât take me along. He hasnât returned for two days, but heâs surely fine. Miss Si, Brother Nine wants you to focus on your show.â
Raising an eyebrow, Si Fuqing asked, âHe hasnât been back in two days?â
She had just finished her first round of filming, and her boss was conspicuously absent.
Could it be that he was deliberately avoiding her?
Feng San pondered and added, âBrother Nine visits here periodically. There must be something important.â
Si Fuqingâs suspicions were confirmed.
Yu Xiheng had unintentionally encountered members of the Miracle Doctor
Alliance and sought treatment for his leg injury.
His inability to walk had been genuine, but with the Allianceâs help, his condition had significantly improved.
She eradicated the issue entirely.
âAlright,â Si Fuqing smiled. âMake sure to inform me immediately as he returns. I canât wait to see him.â
âTell him, âEach day apart feels like years. I miss him terribly.ââ She emphasized the word âimmediately.â
Feng San shuddered at her intense demeanor.
The way Miss Si acted felt like she was ready to eat Brother Nine, alive.
âOff to meet a friend,â Si Fuqing waved goodbye, âmake sure you remember.â
Once she left, Feng San quickly grabbed his phone, âHello, Brother Nine, did you do something wrong? Miss Siâ¦â
Meanwhile, Si Fuqing met with Jiang Changning, who had prepared refreshments in anticipation of her visit.
âHowâs the survival experience?â Jiang Changning asked.
âItâs more of a vacation than survival,â Si Fuqing shrugged. âBut eating roasted meat daily is becoming a bit boring, since I canât cookâ
âLet me prepare some refreshing juice for you,â Jiang Changning offered.
Just then, Si Fuqing, sensing something amiss, asked, âDo you always have this many visitors?
Jiang Changning frowned, âWhat do you mean?â
âThere are a lot of people outside,â Si Fuqing noted, âand they donât seem friendly.â
Jiang Changningâs expression changed as she thought of something, âI could be⦠â
She pulled off her gloves, and quickly ran outside.
Si Fuqingâs expression also looked serious, following close behind. Outside, a crowd had gathered at the entrance of the house, consisting of tall and burly men.
These men were trying to force their way in, but Mom Jiang stood firm, blocking their path, preventing their entry for the moment.
âWhat are you doing?â Jiang Changningâs expression changed instantly. âMom!â
âGet out of the way!â
A towering man, his face hardening, pushed Mom Jiang forcefully.
Just as she was about to fall, a hand reached out to support her from behind, steadying her on her feet.
Mom Jiang, trembling with fear, saw Jiang Changning approaching. âNingning, what are you doing here? Your father and brother arenât here, hurry back inside!â
Blocked again, the tall manâs gaze turned even fiercer. âWhoâs this? Meddling in our villageâs affairs? If you know whatâs good for you, get lost!â
Si Fuqing slowly straightened up, rolling up his sleeves. âLet me introduce myself..â