CHAPTER 49

The explosive article about You Mingxuan being heartbroken spread like wildfire, with everyone talking about it. For netizens, the truth or falsehood of the article no longer mattered, and Tang Ruoyao was immediately labeled as the one who caused chaos and abandonment.

Some onlookers enjoyed the spectacle and made lighthearted comments: "I never liked this pretty boy You Mingxuan anyway. Good for Tang Ruoyao for dumping him! He's not worthy of you!"

However, some rational individuals expressed their opinions: "Even though it's about popularity, don't people have rights? If you were the one being dumped and others criticized you like this, would you feel good? As human beings, let's be kinder."

When Tang Ruoyao's fans saw the news, they were initially confused but then secretly started sharing lucky draw posts to celebrate Tang Ruoyao's separation from this famous popular actor. Regardless of whether there was a previous relationship or not, it didn't matter anymore. To avoid giving the other side's fans any ammunition, they even came up with a secret celebration code.

Of course, in addition to the celebration, they also started debunking rumors. First and foremost, they firmly denied any involvement between Tang Ruoyao and You Mingxuan. Building upon that, they urged everyone to focus on Tang Ruoyao's work and distance themselves from personal matters.

While Tang Ruoyao's fans quietly celebrated, You Mingxuan's fans were not as happy, and it inevitably led to a clash between the two sides.

Skipping the process, Tang Ruoyao's side suffered a devastating loss.

Firstly, Tang Ruoyao followed the path of striving for excellence in acting. With the protection of Qin Yinong's favor, her career went smoothly without any scandals. Her fans, who followed her as devout followers, lacked discipline, had poor organizational skills, and had a small number of die-hard fans. During this period, she faced numerous attacks and criticisms. Slowly, her fans started to become more resilient in battle. Otherwise, she would have lost even more quickly and disastrously. Secondly, female celebrities naturally have a disadvantage when facing male celebrities in terms of fan base and enthusiasm. Moreover, the opponent is one of the top male influencers.

As soon as the battle began, the furious fans of You Mingxuan swept through like an unstoppable force, completely taking over Tang Ruoyao's social media platforms and fan groups. Searching for Tang Ruoyao in the search bar only brings up rumors and smear campaigns created by You Mingxuan's fans. The posts contain manipulated photos, explicit content, and vulgar language that is unbearable to see.

[Take a look, take a look, Tang Ruoyao was overwhelmed by ten men in one night! [Eating popcorn emoji]]

[Tang Ruoyao's high-definition beautiful photos, you deserve to have them! [Laughing emoji] [Laughing emoji] [Laughing emoji]]

[Looking forward to Tang Ruoyao entering the adult film industry, she has a great figure!]

[Today is the first anniversary of Tang Ruoyao's passing. Don't forget to light a candle and wish her a peaceful journey. [Candle emoji] [Candle emoji] [Candle emoji]]

Tang Ruoyao's fans had never seen such a situation before. Faced with the onslaught from You Mingxuan's fans, they were defeated and forced to fight back with tears in their eyes amid the smokescreen.

.....

"You shouldn't visit Weibo for a while." Mu Qingwu said to Tang Ruoyao over the phone from the PR department.

"I know." Tang Ruoyao could imagine what it was like online. It was just unfortunate for some of her small fans. They were destined to be unable to argue with those fanatical fans of male celebrities who had no boundaries. The entertainment industry itself was overly harsh on women, and it was even more apparent in fan circles.

Mu Qingwu spoke with utmost confidence, saying, "It's alright, I will help you resolve this."

Tang Ruoyao couldn't help but let out a sigh, pursing her lips. She asked directly, "Is it going to be difficult to resolve this?"

Mu Qingwu pinched her brow and said, "It might be a little challenging."

She hadn't expected You Mingxuan to be so audacious. She was already surprised when he wanted to stir up a CP (couple pairing) rumor. Not only was it not beneficial for Tang Ruoyao, but it was also more harmful than beneficial for You Mingxuan himself. As a male celebrity with a large number of girlfriend fans, he needed to be conscious of his idol image, especially avoiding any scandals that could shatter his fans' perception of him, causing irreversible effects.

Later, Mu Qingwu thought about it and came up with a reasonable explanation. Since there was no concrete evidence, the impact on his loyal fanbase wouldn't be significant. He probably just wanted to annoy himself and Tang Ruoyao. Mu Qingwu regarded him as an immature teenager who hadn't matured mentally yet. She had prepared a countermeasure early on, thinking that the matter would end there. It's wise to leave room for reconciliation in the future. Unless absolutely necessary, no one would want to create an irreconcilable enemy for themselves.

You Mingxuan's emotional outburst left her completely puzzled. Wasn't this hurting himself more than anything? Even if his fans for a short period of time would be filled with anger, saying things like, "That vile woman is responsible for hurting our brother so badly," or "Our brother only has us, and we need to seek justice for him," what would happen after this wave subsided? Did he not realize the turmoil that would occur in his predominantly girlfriend fan circle?

Mu Qingwu took a deep breath and called You Mingxuan's manager, Li Xia.

"Does my artist owe your artist a debt of vengeance or a grudge as if she killed his father or stole his wife? Why is he going to such extremes?" The entertainment industry was a small circle, and most of these famous managers knew each other. They were even in the same group.

Li Xia coldly snorted, "If I told you that I didn't know about this any earlier than you did, would you believe me?"

Mu Qingwu was taken aback for a moment. "It really has nothing to do with you?"

Li Xia sighed, "It's true. You should know that if he really wants to do something, I can't stop him."

No wonder he did something so foolish, Mu Qingwu thought. She rolled her eyes and said, "Well, if that's the case, then he's your artist. Just wait, once I finish dealing with this matter, I'll call you and give you a good scolding."

Li Xia replied, "What do you plan to do then?"

Mu Qingwu exclaimed, "Why do you care? If I tell you, you'll turn around and betray me by leaking information. Do you think I'm as foolish as You Mingxuan?"

Mu Qingwu hung up the phone.

After Li Xia finished that call, she made another one to a high-ranking executive in the company. She was scolded without any reservation, criticizing her for not properly disciplining You Mingxuan. Li Xia felt a surge of anger but held it in, finished the scolding, and put away her phone. She planned to go and confront You Mingxuan at his door, but to her surprise, the troublemaker himself walked in nonchalantly.

He still had that disheveled look, scruffy beard, but his eyes showed no signs of sorrow. He grinned widely at Li Xia, his eyes filled with a mocking smile. "Hey, Sister Xia, feeling agitated?"

Li Xia felt a throbbing pain in her temples, as if it were about to explode. Ignoring the vice president standing behind him, she grabbed a pillow from the nearby sofa and hurled it towards him.

You bastard!

You Mingxuan tilted his head to dodge, and the pillow hit his assistant instead.

You Mingxuan still had a cheerful smile on his face. "Don't be angry. Look at how clever my move is." he said. He made a finger-gun gesture, pointed it towards the empty space, and blew on his fingertip, smiling smugly. "One move to defeat the enemy."

Li Xia glared at him fiercely, now only wanting to twist his waterlogged brain off and throw it into the toilet.

"Sister Xia," You Mingxuan gestured to his assistant to give him the pillow, calmly holding it as he sat down on the sofa. He clicked his tongue. "Do you think I've lost my mind?"

Li Xia remained silent, shaking out a cigarette from the cigarette box on her desk and lit it. There was a clear distance between them in the office, showing that she didn't want to engage with him.

This old hag. A hint of spite flashed in You Mingxuan's eyes, but he quickly concealed it and said, "Sister Xia, haven't you been nagging me about transformation all along? Saying that relying on popularity won't sustain me for a lifetime. I'm almost thirty now, and I'm tired of dressing up like a cream boy just to please those fans of mine. I'm sick of them even if they're not sick of me."

Li Xia's gaze showed a slight wavering, and her expression softened a bit, though her brows were still furrowed. "Transformation doesn't happen like this. The plan I gave you before was for you to take on good roles, immerse yourself in research, and gradually transition with the release of your works, reversing the established impression. Have you ever considered that with this sudden move of yours, before your representative work is out, half of your fans have already left... It's clear as day that they'll be disappointed!"

Li Xia's lips moved, but the rest of her words swallowed back.

"Just let them leave. I don't rely on fans anyway." You Mingxuan scoffed disdainfully. A bunch of brainless idiots.

A few years ago, You Mingxuan had a genuine affection for a rookie star named Xiao Mingxing, who had just debuted. They frequently met, and naturally, rumors of their relationship spread. The situation for the rookie star was much worse than Tang Ruoyao's now. She didn't even have many fans, and her Weibo was filled with nothing but criticism, accusations of being a gold digger, publicity stunts, fake relationships, and so on. Unable to withstand the long-term abuse, the rookie star broke up with You Mingxuan. Nearly a year later, her Weibo returned to a peaceful state. Even now, whenever marketing accounts associate the two of them, You Mingxuan's fans always make it clear that they reject any association and tell the rookie star to stay away.

He was lifted to the sky by his fans' love, but he was also imprisoned by their "love."

Even in the era of popularity, fans would often claim, "Our idol belongs only to us." and passionately engage in activities like voting and staying up late for data. However, the resources that fall onto the idols themselves have little to do with the fans. The majority of those resources are generated within the fan community. Artists have resources because their teams work tirelessly to secure them, and the role of fans is extremely limited.

With his uncle backing him up, You Mingxuan wasn't afraid even if all his fans left, as he could attract new fans. He had long grown tired of this current batch of fans and saw an opportunity not only to drag Tang Ruoyao down with him and vent his frustrations but also to use it as a chance for transformation, killing two birds with one stone.

He felt confident and fearless.

Li Xia sat down across from him, speaking earnestly, "Have you ever considered that you chose the wrong target?"

Li Xia could understand his motives, and she could even understand his actions, but she couldn't fathom why he had targeted Tang Ruoyao.

"What's wrong with her?" You Mingxuan genuinely didn't understand why Li Xia was so afraid of Tang Ruoyao. He had been in the industry for years, and he knew the background of those second-generation stars. He knew when to lower his head and when to behave. Tang Ruoyao was practically unknown in their circle.

"It's not about what's wrong with her." Li Xia's tone sank as she continued, "It's about the possibility that there might be someone behind her."

In truth, Qin Yinong's concerns were not unfounded. There are no impenetrable walls in this world, and she had been protecting Tang Ruoyao for a long time. It was only a matter of time before someone with a keen sense of smell discovered the tricks behind it all.

Even if they couldn't discover that she was the mastermind behind it all, there were too many suspicions surrounding Tang Ruoyao, and they couldn't resist digging deeper.

"You said the same thing a few days ago." You Mingxuan shrugged dismissively. "Maybe, maybe not. Isn't it all just speculation?"

Li Xia was at a loss for words.

"Where's the evidence? Do you have any evidence to prove it? Your speculations mean nothing, no matter how adamant you are." You Mingxuan leaned in, speaking contemptuously. "Sister Xia, are you getting old and becoming more timid and fearful?"

'I'm being cautious!' Li Xia thought to herself, but if she said it out loud, she would undoubtedly face ridicule from the ignorant brat. She held back and asked, "How do you plan to end this?"

"End it?" You Mingxuan raised an eyebrow, as if he had heard something incredibly surprising. He smirked and said, "Why would it need to end?"

Li Xia's heart skipped a beat inexplicably, and she quickly advised, "Tang Ruoyao's manager is not someone to be trifled with. Don't provoke her."

"Well, don't I still have you, Sister Xia?" At that moment, You Mingxuan put on a pretentious expression, patting Li Xia's shoulder. He slowly opened his mouth and whispered in her ear, "My future is entirely in your hands."

......

On the film set.

Lin Guoan waved his hand, and Tang Ruoyao walked over.

Lin Guoan stared at the monitor in front of him and spoke casually, "You don't need to come this afternoon. Rest at the hotel."

Tang Ruoyao: "Huh?"

Rest for what reason?

"It's about the online matter..." Lin Guoan vaguely mentioned and said, "You seem tired. Watch some variety shows, get some sleep, and adjust your mood."

Tang Ruoyao finally understood and chuckled helplessly.

She cleared her throat and said, "Thank you, Director Lin, but it's not necessary."

Why did everyone treat her like a fragile vase that needed careful protection? Qin Yinong, Mu Qingwu, even Director Lin. Her appearance wasn't delicate and petite. On the contrary, it was vibrant and grand. Even fans who saw her through the screen felt her strong aura, but those who were with her day and night treated her as if she would break at any moment.

Tang Ruoyao decided to reflect on herself when she went back.

Lin Guoan waved his hand, "Don't worry about it. Our filming schedule is going pretty fast. A little delay won't be a problem. If you want, you can take a few more days off."

Tang Ruoyao saw his firm attitude and changed her approach, "Being on set allows me to focus on filming and not have idle thoughts. If I go back to the hotel and accidentally see the online criticism, won't it affect my state of mind even more?"

Lin Guoan furrowed his brow.

That makes sense, too.

However, he had already promised Qin Yinong to give Tang Ruoyao half a day off to rest.

Lin Guoan subconsciously reached for his phone, but halfway through, he stopped and abruptly changed direction, placing his hands on the table and licking his lips. "Well then, it's settled. You stay on set for now. If anyone's gossip gets too loud, come find me, and I'll teach them a lesson."

Tang Ruoyao readily agreed.

Amongst all this, she was probably the most relaxed person, apart from the spectators. After Xin Qian knew the news, she had been quietly cursing for a whole day, and a few people on the set who knew the truth had comforted her.

The 405 Dormitory Group chat had exploded. Wen Shuxian was busy filming on set, taking advantage of some free time to lead the charge in cursing You Mingxuan's ancestors for eighteen generations. Because she was being too noisy, Tang Ruoyao couldn't bear the disturbance and temporarily enabled the "Do Not Disturb" mode.

But even that couldn't escape Wen Shuxian.

[Should I go post on Weibo and curse this bastard? What do you think? @YaoAhYao]

Tang Ruoyao clicked on the mention and chuckled before typing calmly: [Not a good idea, it's too petty.]

A few days ago, after she finished sharing the edited episode of the clarification program, Wen Shuxian immediately retweeted it and was scolded by her own manager. She always did things as she pleased, accustomed to being true to herself. Without any actual scandals to exploit, the entertainment media couldn't do anything to her. If she didn't refuse, Wen Shuxian might actually write a long post cursing You Mingxuan.

Wen Shuxian raised her hand to dismiss the water her assistant handed her and grumbled as she lowered her head to type: [But I'm so angry! How dare that loser start a scandal with you? I didn't even create any CP rumors with you, and he just took away your precious first time like that. If I had known, I would have made a move first. Wuwuwu @YaoAhYao]

Cui Jiaren: [﹁_﹁]

Fu Yujun: [Do you have a PR strategy?]

Tang Ruoyao: [My manager is handling it. She told me to relax, so there should be a strategy. PS: I'm currently taking a break and can still see messages. Wen Xianyu doesn't need to @ me anymore.]

Fu Yujun: [I don't know much about Tang Tang's manager. Is she capable? Maybe you should ask your manager again if there are effective methods to counter this malicious publicity. @UniverseInvincibleBeauty]

Wen Shuxian: [Wait a moment, let me ask.]

The group experienced a brief moment of silence.

Tang Ruoyao returned to the message interface, scrolling down from the conversation window until she found Guan Han's chat. This was the tenth time today she clicked on it, but there was still no response. She couldn't help but lower her eyelashes and let out a gentle sigh.

Didn't Qin Yinong have a single word to say to her? Even a feeble attempt at comforting words.

Tang Ruoyao pressed the back button again, but this time, there was a distinct "1" in the bottom left corner. She raised an eyebrow in confusion. Who would message her after this explosive scandal? Most people would avoid her like the plague.

Tang Ruoyao double-tapped on that "1" and examined the sender's profile picture. Her eyebrows lightly furrowed when she discovered it was a private message from Fu Yujun.

Fu Yujun: [Are you okay?]

Tang Ruoyao replied: [I'm fine.]

The typing indicator appeared on the other side, paused, and then appeared again, finally revealing the message.

Fu Yujun: [I feel like this situation is a bit tricky. If you can't handle it, should you ask someone else for help?]

Tang Ruoyao had a hunch that there was a deeper meaning behind this statement. She furrowed her brow and pondered. Fu Yujun added: [You've been in the film industry for so many years. You should know capable people, right?]

Tang Ruoyao's gaze slightly darkened as she typed: [Do you know something?]

Her relationship with Fu Yujun wasn't the closest in the dormitory, as she always felt exposed in front of her. Everyone has secrets and dislikes being seen through, even though Fu Yujun had a sense of propriety and wouldn't say offensive things or do offensive actions.

But to a certain extent, Fu Yujun was also the most compatible with Tang Ruoyao. Wen Shuxian and Cui Jiaren were too childish and straightforward, while Fu Yujun naturally made people feel close and comfortable, like accommodating water that instinctively generated trust and reliance.

Tang Ruoyao was guarded against her, but she also believed in her.

Fu Yujun: [If you want me to know, I'll know. If you want me not to know, I can forget it right now. And, I will always stand by your side.]

A slight smile curved Tang Ruoyao's lips as she typed: [I will carefully consider your advice.]

Fu Yujun: [[Smile]]

The two exchanged a secret understanding without saying a word.

.....

Star Media was working overtime.

At nine o'clock in the evening, the phone on Mu Qingwu's office desk kept ringing incessantly. Just as he answered one call, someone handed him another phone and said, "Boss Mu, it's a call from Zhou Tian."

Mu Qingwu made a gesture and quickly spoke into the phone, "For now, keep me updated and let me know the results."

She took her colleague's phone, her mouth dry, too preoccupied to drink water, and pressed it to her ear. "Hello, this is Mu Qingwu."

You Mingxuan used this mutually destructive tactic, forcefully implicating Tang Ruoyao and staining her with dirt. He had his fans act as the vanguard, as water can both carry a boat and capsize it. Mu Qingwu decided to start with these fervent fans.

Male stars' girlfriends were experienced in fan battles, and their favorite move was to direct and act in their own drama, deflecting blame. Every time the male star collaborated with a certain female artist, his fans would start the show, first hurling insults at the other party, then clarifying that they didn't actually insult the female artist, but rather the production team or event organizers. They would then resort to personal attacks and vulgar language. Female stars' fans, on the other hand, were relatively more rational, or one could say they were like Buddhist followers. They would typically clarify the situation by posting evidence and presenting logical arguments. The male stars wouldn't let it go, and the impulsive fans among the female star's fanbase couldn't sit still and started fighting back. The male star's fans quickly screenshot the responses, accusing the female star of spreading rumors and playing the victim, using their massive fan base to control public opinion, hiring internet trolls to smear the female star, and then turning around and claiming that the female star was buying internet trolls to whitewash her image. It was a well-known cycle. Unless the female star's team was highly skilled, they would only end up swallowing their grievances. After all, the environment was inherently intolerant towards women.

Mu Qingwu decided to fight fire with fire.

What started as a small dispute within the fan circle escalated into a battle between "talent" and "popularity." The audience had long been frustrated with the emphasis on popularity, and the fan circle was tired of it as well. Domestic dramas were filled with poorly made productions, causing most netizens to explode whenever the topic of popularity was involved.

Netizens were like bricks, ready to be moved wherever needed.

Mu Qingwu purchased a large number of press releases and hired internet trolls. She gathered screenshots of You Mingxuan's fans' relentless insults and compared them to the pitiful, vulnerable, and tearful fans of Tang Ruoyao. Through the stark difference in their fans' rhetoric, she hinted at the true nature of their relationship. Was it fair for Tang Ruoyao to be defamed and belittled based solely on unsupported rumors and one-sided testimonies?

As actors, shouldn't their works be the focus? A list of Tang Ruoyao's works was provided, while You Mingxuan's works were also listed, with an average rating of below three on Douban. [A Chinese online database and social networking service that allows registered users to record information and create content related to film, books, music, recent events and activities in Chinese cities.]

Why is it that every time something like this happens, female stars are unjustly attacked regardless of the facts? This perpetuates the cycle of mistreatment towards female stars.

A common saying in the fan circle goes: "If the bystander doesn't step onto the stage, there will be no stage for the bystander."

When bystanders truly step onto the stage, the power at play is not something that the fan circle can easily handle.

Firstly, You Mingxuan's fans' control over comments completely collapsed. The likes on the comments from bystanders numbered in the tens of thousands, occupying the top positions. Of course, among them were the actions of the internet trolls hired by Mu Qingwu.

[Look at these comments, they're truly disgusting [vomit].]

[What else do these popular fans do besides hurling insults? Brother, you only have them. Please take your brother and roll back to your cesspool. Don't come and harm our good actors.]

[Heartfelt sympathy for Tang Ruoyao, she's an innocent victim.]

[Why don't we like You Mingxuan? Because he lacks talent! No acting skills! His fans keep causing trouble everywhere! How many female artists he has worked with have been insulted by his fans? Two years ago, XX was insulted by his fans to the point of depression. They even sent a bloody plastic finger to her company. It's time for the internet to enforce real-name registration and catch these fans with beastly hearts!]

[These people don't understand reason. Those who commit many injustices will ultimately meet their downfall. Just wait and see, their master will eventually fall [eating popcorn].]

[Now I suddenly feel that You Mingxuan, that drama king, is deliberately stirring up controversy. Think about it, has he ever lacked attention in all the years since his debut? Is this his first scandal? Instead of believing in a drama king, I'd rather believe in Tang Ruoyao. It's clear for everyone to see that Tang Ruoyao has always been quiet and well-behaved.]

The phenomenon of double standards for male and female stars, the focus on popularity and talent in recent years, has sparked discussions not only on Weibo but also on other major platforms. The attention that was initially focused on scandals gradually shifted.

Mu Qingwu's eyes were sore from staring at the screen, she picked up the water cup next to her and took a sip, briefly relieved. Finally, she managed to steer the online public opinion in her favor. A hint of doubt flickered in her eyes as she interlocked her fingers and rested her chin on them, appearing thoughtful. It seemed that this progress unexpectedly went smoothly.

Next, it was time to clean up Tang Ruoyao's scandal. Mu Qingwu couldn't allow Tang Ruoyao to be labeled as You Mingxuan's rumored girlfriend. Once an impression was formed, it would truly become a sticky situation that couldn't be shaken off.

Mu Qingwu clapped her hands, energizing her tired colleagues below with a yawn-inducing atmosphere. "Let's keep up the good work, everyone. Let's continue. Once we're done, I'll treat you all to a late-night snack!"

The PR department of You Mingxuan's company was also working tirelessly, with Li Xia tirelessly trying to salvage the situation for You Mingxuan. However, their efforts to reverse public opinion were minimal.

Everyone in the industry knew about the existence of internet troll companies. Li Xia furrowed her brows, picked up her phone, and made a call.

After hanging up the phone, Li Xia's face turned incredibly pale, and her eyelids uncontrollably twitched.

It seemed that someone behind Tang Ruoyao had likely intervened.

.....

Qin Yinong held a glass of lightly filled liquor in one hand, with a laptop in front of her. Guan Han's mouse clicked twice in the center of the screen, prompting Qin Yinong to inspect the results.

Guan Han said, "An Ling has gone to retrieve the video."

Qin Yinong nodded, "As soon as possible." Then she shifted her gaze away. She didn't like reading these online opinions, whether they were good or bad.

Guan Han moved the laptop aside, and her phone in her pocket suddenly vibrated. She took it out and glanced at it, her expression slightly surprised. She then glanced at Qin Yinong.

Qin Yinong raised an eyebrow, "Who is it?"

Guan Han lowered her eyelids, concealing a fleeting smile, and said, "Miss Yao."

Qin Yinong's fingers tightened around the glass, feigning a calm demeanor as she said, "Go ahead and answer."

Guan Han picked up the call, and after a few seconds, she pressed the microphone and whispered, "She wants to talk to you."

Qin Yinong cleared her throat, feeling a sudden nervousness for no reason. She took a sip of her drink and composed herself, extending her hand. Guan Han said to Tang Ruoyao, "She agrees." and handed over the phone.

Qin Yinong resisted the urge to clear her throat and her voice involuntarily softened, "Is there something you need from me?"

"Yes." Tang Ruoyao replied. After speaking, her voice lowered, "Sister."

Qin Yinong's heart trembled in response. She glanced at Guan Han standing beside her, her face inexplicably flushed. She slightly raised her palm, making a gesture for Guan Han to step back.

Guan Han: "..."

Assistants are there when needed and step aside when not.

Guan Han went outside, and Qin Yinong composed her agitated heartbeat. She gently asked, "What's the matter?"

Tang Ruoyao lowered her gaze, her ears burning, and her five fingers tightly gripping the edge of the table in the hotel room. It was the first time she had done something like this.

"Sister..."

Tang Ruoyao called out softly, lightly biting her lower lip.

Qin Yinong suddenly smiled, "I'm here."

After a brief silence, Tang Ruoyao's voice came through the receiver, slightly elongating the tone, sounding as gentle and coquettish as ever.

"Sister, someone is bullying me."

Author's note:

Sister Qin's inner thoughts: Speaking like that will only make me want to bully you too.

I accidentally exceeded the word count again, so it's even later. Sorry about that.

Regarding the depiction of public relations in the entertainment industry (which I made up), this is a story set in the entertainment industry, so it's inevitable and necessary to include such scenes. I've tried to concentrate most of it in this chapter. Once we're done with this little monster called the entertainment industry, let's let Ruoyao and her sister peacefully get married~

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