Translator: _Min_
His tone wasnât loud, but it carried an inherent authority that radiated a sense of power.
In that moment, a wave of tension and oppressive energy washed over everyone, making even Feng Sanâs heart shudder.
Struggling to cope with the overwhelming aura emanating from Yu Xiheng, Feng San gripped the steering wheel tightly, his knuckles turning white and beads of cold sweat forming on his forehead. âBrother Nineâ¦â
âI never said weâre letting it go either,â Si Fuqing leaned back in her seat, appearing quite relaxed. âSansan, let me tell you, one should never repay kindness with malice.â
âBut if someone keeps stepping on you, over and over again, and you just swallow your anger, theyâll think youâre easy to bully. Ever heard the saying, âpeople bully the kind and tame horses are ridden?ââ
Feng San: â
He felt wronged.
He had simply asked Yu Xiheng a routine question, using official language as he always did.
Who knew heâd get a different answer this time?
Yet at the same time, Feng San felt a sense of relief.
Despite having been with Yu Xiheng for so long, he still found it difficult to gauge the manâs intentions.
Yu Xiheng was approachable but unfathomably enigmatic, almost elusive.
âBesides, Iâve already given them a chance,â Si Fuqing sighed lightly, a hint of regret in her voice. âItâs really a pity they didnât seize it.â
Feng San wiped his sweat, âMy apologies, Miss Si. Your lesson is well-taken.â
âWeâll have dinner first,â Yu Xiheng spoke again, his voice maintaining its usual cool detachment. âLinjiang House.â n/o/vel/b//in dot c//om
Feng San acknowledged and drove on.
Si Fuqing turned her head.
Only now did she notice that Yu Xihengâs attire wasnât lavish. It was neither the understated look often sported by wealthy young masters nor a luxury brand. It was genuinely ordinary.
Yet this ordinary suit seemed to take on a couture quality when worn by him.
The light fell, casting shadows across his cufflinks, creating a mesmerizing interplay of light and dark.
Si Fuqing grew thoughtful.
She hadnât deliberately looked into Yu Xihengâs background before.
But with a surname like Yu and given his generous disposition, he could only belong to that family in Sijiu City. She vaguely remembered Yu Tangâs third brother, who was draped in luxury from head to toe.
Yu Xihengâs nobility, however, was innate, requiring no additional adornments.
While the Yu family was undoubtedly the leading wealthy family in Sijiu, this kind of demeanor could only be nurtured in an aristocratic family.
Si Fuqing shifted her gaze and reined in her thoughts.
Twenty minutes later, the car stopped in front of Linjiang House. Si Fuqing exited first, and Feng San drove off to the parking lot at the back.
âWhoo, whoo, whoo, Qingqing!â Yu Tang, who had followed them all the way, ran up to her. Seeing that Yu Xiheng wasnât around, he immediately approached her, overwhelmed with emotion. âI knew it! Riding on his celestial cloud, Uncle Nine would surely rescue you from dire straits!â
Si Fuqing:
Celestial cloud? What is she talking about?
Yu Tang poked Si Fuqingâs collagen-rich face once, then again. âOh, oh, oh, so soft, so squishy!â
Si Fuqing grabbed his hand. âItâs a real face. Stop poking it.â
âQingqing, promise me, letâs not wear makeup, okay?â Yu Tang reluctantly pulled her hand back. âYou could absolutely be the red carpetâs number-one female star in the entertainment industry just by going out bare-faced.
Si Fuqing was indifferent. âBeing too beautiful can be troublesome, too.â
Yu Tang hesitated, then spoke softly. âTrue, the entertainment industry can be a dirty place. If you look too good, youâll end up in some investorâs bed.â
Si Fuqing paused, then smiled. âYes, the entertainment industry is a mess. Actually, itâs not just the entertainment industry.â
Yu Tang lowered her voice. âLet me tell you, although my Uncle Nine has some problems with his legs. There are plenty of people trying to get with him. Do you know Bie Yunxi?â
Si Fuqing thought for a moment and did recall the name Bie Yunxi.
A rising star, recently skyrocketed to fame for her role in a campus drama, and dubbed the âNationâs First Love.â
She raised her eyebrows in surprise. âReally? Isnât she supposed to be the innocent type?â
âYou donât know half of it,â Yu Tang snorted. âHow many public images in the entertainment industry are real? Theyâre all just for gaining popularity.â
âLike me, I may be a fan, but Iâm only interested in looks, never in genuine feelings. As long as I stay ahead, my ceiling will never collapse!â
Speaking of which, Yu Tang was puzzled. âWait, arenât you an insider? How come you donât know anything?â
Si Fuqing shrugged. âWhat kind of insider am I? Have you ever heard of an insider as poor as me?â
âTrue.â Yu Tang started whimpering again. âQingqing, youâre so pitiable, being exploited by my workaholic Uncle Nine. I must talk to him about hiding you away.â
âStop.â Si Fuqing was unusually choked up. âIâm capable of making my own way. My relationship with your Uncle Nine is merely a financial transaction.â
âAlright, let me give you some more gossip then. Apart from Bie Yunxi, thereâs also Xia Sheng. Sheâs also trying to get close to my Uncle Nine,â Yu Tang whispered, looking mysterious. âBut Uncle Nine didnât even glance her way; he had her thrown out.â
âSo many women and he shows no reaction. Hey, Qingqing, do you think heâs, you know, incapable?â
Si Fuqing coughed lightly. âMiss Yu.â
âWhat is it?â Yu Tang still clung to her arm, rubbing it against her.
Si Fuqing arched an eyebrow. âBehind you.â
âWhat about behind me?â
Yu Tang turned around while pounding her chest. âEven if itâs my Uncle Nine behind me, it wonât stop me from saying heâs notââ
Yu Tangâs words hung in the air. Never before had she felt the world fall so quiet.
The man had returned at some unknown point.
Seated in his wheelchair, he exuded an aura of composed grandeur.
Next to him, Feng San lowered his head, not daring to even breathe heavily, his mouth twitching slightly.
This Miss Yu Tang really dared to say anything.
Yu Xihengâs eyelids lifted slightly, his expression neutral. âYu Tang.â
Yu Tang shuddered, breaking out into a cold sweat. âUncle Nine!â Was she doomed? Had he heard everything sheâd just said?
âGo back to Sijiu,â Yu Xiheng said flatly. âI have no room for you here.â
âNo! I donât want to!â Yu Tang clung tightly to Si Fuqingâs waist. âI want to stick with Qingqing; you canât separate us, you villain!â
âYu Tang,â Yu Xihengâs eyes darkened. âDonât make me repeat myself.â
Feng San stepped forward. âMiss, please donât make it difficult for Brother
Nine.â
Yu Tang immediately backed off but still clung to Si Fuqingâs arm, whispering,
âQingqing, help me out here.â
Si Fuqing looked up. âHuh?â
How could she help?
Si Fuqing thought hard for an excuse, then spoke solemnly, âI apologize, sir. It was Yu Tang and I who were gossiping earlier. We wonât discuss you anymore.â
âGiven your heavenly grace, your grandeur that can swallow mountains and rivers, your world-shaking charisma, and your unparalleled presence, please donât mind us petty people.â
Feng San:
He truly admired Si Fuqingâs eloquence. She could flatter like no one else.
Yu Xihengâs expression paused momentarily, but on closer inspection, even the color of his lips remained as calm as ever.
With a swivel of his wheelchair, he was the first to leave, Feng San closely following.
Yu Tangâs mouth shaped into an O.
Even her grandfather couldnât change her Uncle Nineâs mind, but Qingqing managed it with just one sentence.
Her choice was indeed correct!
Yu Tang cheered, âQingqing, youâre amazing! Iâll owe you one for the rest of my life.â
âThat wonât be necessary,â Si Fuqing flicked her hair back, nonchalantly. âI need to check my hate groups.â
Yu Tang:
She silently took out her phone and handed it over, somewhat reluctantly.
There were dozens of hate groups she had joined, each with around two thousand members.
Si Fuqing:
Thatâs something.
Sheâd been in the entertainment industry for two years, and while it was true she didnât need a fan club, this many hate groups seemed excessive.
Aside from lacking professional skills and wearing heavy makeup, she hadnât done anything morally wrong.
Even male celebrities who cheated or broke hearts didnât have as many haters as she did.
âQingqing, I swear, Iâve already converted from a hater to a fan,â Yu Tang said, her eyes brimming with tears. âI just forgot. Iâll leave the groups now.â âNo,â Si Fuqing smirked. âI want you to be an undercover agent.â
Yu Tang looked puzzled. â???â
A few seconds later, she understood and clenched her fists, âSounds awesome!
Iâll do it!â
Happily, she clung onto Si Fuqingâs arm again.
Both entered Linjiang House and sat in the private room arranged by Yu Xiheng.
âIâll first see what theyâve been saying these days,â Yu Tang opened the largest hate group and paused. âQingqing, why are they saying you went to the police station?â
Si Fuqing was unconcerned. âHmm?â
The message was from the group admin and mentioned everyone.
[Group Admin][Did Si Fuqing Die Today?]: Received real-time information, Si Fuqing was taken by the police today at 2 PM. Apparently, she hit someone and fled, and the person is now in the hospital. She really has made a big mess this time. [Photo] [Photo]
[Group Admin][Did Si Fuqing Die Today?] : Letâs celebrate Si Fuqingâs exit from the entertainment industry in advance!