《Plagued by bad reviews, but the top actress!》 Chapter 1 - 1 The Queen Traveled Through Time Chapter 1: Chapter 1 The Queen Traveled Through Time Editor: Atlas Studios Xia Weibao had never imagined that she would live to see another day. The memories of her past life ceased with the cup of poison following the death of the emperor. As His Majesty passed away, the empress followed him in death, and the imperial couple was buried together. When she opened her eyes again, it was a thousand years later, in the body of a has-been actress with the same name and surname. In this era, stars were like the actors of ancient times, except that the status of modern actors seemed to be much higher. She debuted at fifteen and soared to popularity. At seventeen, by the virtue of a film, she won Best Actress and became the youngest winner in history. Two scandal-free years upon her debut, she was seen as a rare gem in the entertainment industry! Every one of Xia Weibao¡¯s works was a hit in ratings and well-received in reviews! She was the legend who, in the eyes of the audience, could have easily relied on her looks but chose to dazzle with her acting skills! She was an unattainable myth in the world of showbiz! Yet, such a glamorous star, right after ascending the throne of Best Actress, was slandered in a drug and promiscuity scandal that appeared online the very next day. The topic #BestActressDrugsandPromiscuity, From Chaste to Wanton Woman# instantly exploded across the internet! And that wasn¡¯t all, her various indecent photographs began flooding everywhere. As the wall crumbled, everyone turned against her. Artists who had worked with her stepped forward to denounce Xia Weibao as a diva who used body doubles and photo-editing, claiming her acting was all a sham. S§×ar?h the Novel?ire(.)ne*t website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Even her Best Actress title was said to have been acquired through bribery and sleeping her way up. Directors who had collaborated with her publicly disclosed that Xia Weibao offered herself for roles. Suddenly, controversies about hype, plastic surgery, mistresses, bribery, diva behavior, and underhanded tactics to rise to fame, all these allegations were being hurled at Xia Weibao. The once clear stream of the entertainment circle had turned into a mudslide! She was disgraced and her reputation shattered! All this negative press was like a bolt from the blue to the kind-hearted Xia Weibao! It caught her off guard. Her agency unceremoniously terminated her contract without any explanation, and endorsements and film offers were canceled one after another. The once-celebrated Best Actress became a pariah overnight. Fans raged, cyberbullying ensued, and she faced wave after wave of personal attacks. The hashtag #XiaWeibaoGetOutofShowbiz# quickly became the hottest topic! Burdened with scandals, facing huge compensation fees, and fan backlash, she was almost driven to a breaking point. Threatening letters, blood-stained knives, slaughtered chickens, all sorts of cruel pranks were incessant. She was pelted with rotten eggs when she went out, her car was vandalized, and she couldn¡¯t buy anything at the supermarket; she was scorned by thousands! Under immense pressure, Xia Weibao finally succumbed and lost her sanity. She spent three years in a mental institution. Until two days ago, a fianc¨¦ from who knows where appeared, took her out of the mental institution, and they got married. But somehow, the deranged Xia Weibao fell down the stairs and died. And that led to the rebirth of her soul. Reflecting on the life of the original owner of this body, she was moved by its dramatic rise and fall. Xia Weibao thought to herself, what a pitiful child. On second thought, were the people of this era a thousand years later all fools to believe in such an obvious conspiracy? Or was the power behind it so great that crushing Xia Weibao was as easy as crushing an ant? After searching the memories in her mind, Xia Weibao was a simple and hardworking girl who hadn¡¯t argued with anyone for the two years since her debut, let alone held deep grudges. Who would go to such lengths to completely ruin her? Her head aching, Xia Weibao massaged her temples. Let it be, she told herself. She was once the proud Empress of the Great Xia Kingdom, who dominated The Six Palaces and struck awe in the Imperial Court, an old demon over a thousand years. Afraid of the demons and monsters a thousand years later? Not a chance! ¡°Let dragons coil for me, and tigers crouch at my feet!¡± Her Majesty the Empress thought proudly as she stood up and placed her foot on the bedhead, exuding dominance! As long as she could escape the lustful Dog Emperor, hell, she was even willing to accept this transmigration!!! Snap¡ª Just then, a faint sound came from the doorway. Xia Weibao turned her head to look and saw a calm and devastatingly handsome figure appear at the door, making her legs go weak and her body feel faint¡­ ps: Recommending two completed novels to the ladies out there: ¡°Hello, Mr. Superstar¡± and ¡°Hello, Mr. Campus Hunk!¡± Featuring girls disguised as boys, exhilarating stories, sweet pampering, one-on-one romance, both with over ten million subscriptions! Quality guaranteed! You¡¯re welcome to dive in! O(¡É_¡É)O Chapter 2 - 2: Turns Out to be a Lunatic Chapter 2: Chapter 2: Turns Out to be a Lunatic Editor: Atlas Studios Xia Weibao, ¡°¡­¡± The immense pride she¡¯d just felt froze on her face as her body plummeted to the ground, falling like a stiff board. Her Majesty the Empress always considered herself a civilized person, who never cursed, but at that moment she couldn¡¯t help but let out a series of expletives! Hadn¡¯t she died? Hadn¡¯t she been reborn a thousand years later? Why was the Dog Emperor here as well!!! Once she regrouped, she sprang up with a carp¡¯s flip and performed a standard courtly bow, ¡°Your Majesty.¡± Lu Hualiang glanced at her indifferently and walked in, taking a seat on the sofa expressionlessly. He leaned back, legs naturally crossed. His demeanor cold and noble, unbearably indifferent and distinguished. With eyebrows like sharp swords and stars, a straight nose, and thin lips lightly pursed, his features seemed even more cutting. His eyes, cold as a frigid pool, fell upon Xia Weibao. This sent Xia Weibao¡¯s heart pounding; had Emperor Xia Liang traversed time, or was this man merely a look-alike? With the authority of long-standing power, even a look-alike was enough to scare her substantially. Special Assistant Yang Su, who followed Lu Hualiang, watched Xia Weibao¡¯s bizarre behavior with silent disdain. A lunatic indeed¡­ ¡°Sign it.¡± Lu Hualiang withdrew his gaze and spoke coolly. Yang Su immediately tossed a contract her way. Xia Weibao accepted it and, possessing the original host¡¯s memories, found understanding the simplified characters easy enough. ¡°Divorce Agreement¡­¡± Quickly recalling what a divorce agreement was, Xia Weibao¡¯s eyes widened in shock. In this era, divorce was akin to a separation agreement, akin to dethroning for someone of her status¡ªa demotion from Empress!!! Her head shot up, incredulous, ¡°Your Majesty, are you really going to demote your Empress?!¡± Lu Hualiang, ¡°¡­¡± Yang Su, ¡°¡­¡± Mental case¡­ Assistant Director Yang¡¯s face twisted in disbelief, first sending Xia Weibao a look of concern befitting someone mentally challenged, then filled with awe for his own master, who could remain unruffled in the face of a mentally ill patient; truly a divine being! Lu Hualiang maintained his tranquil demeanor; to him, Xia Weibao was but a stranger, merely a means to an end. She wasn¡¯t worth his attention at all! ¡°Sign it, be Madam Lu for a year, then divorce. That¡¯s the condition for the master to take you out of the mental hospital; otherwise, you¡¯ll be sent back!¡± Yang Su threatened. Idiots are so easily fooled, ¡°Xia Weibao, you should be clear about your own status, don¡¯t delude yourself¡­¡± Before Yang Su could finish his sentence, he saw Xia Weibao unhesitatingly bite her own finger and press it onto the divorce agreement. ¡°Signed. A deal is a deal; let¡¯s part on good terms.¡± Lu Hualiang¡¯s eye twitched at her eccentric signing method. Pressing a fingerprint¡ªwhat an old-fashioned way of signing; how on earth did she think of that? A glint of darkness flitted through his inscrutable eyes. This woman was known for climbing the ranks through vanity and underhanded methods; now that she had finally managed to latch onto the prominent Lu Family, she agreed to the divorce so readily? Quite the surprise. Moreover, she seemed rather eager to rid herself of him? Lu Hualiang¡¯s frosty gaze grew heavier, a touch of displeasure tinging his brows. Yang Su glanced up at Xia Weibao, obviously surprised at her readiness to agree to the divorce. This mistress was not quite like the rumors suggested¡­ ¡°May I leave now?¡± Xia Weibao looked at Lu Hualiang with a touch of indifference. The tone of breaking ties made the displeasure on Lu Hualiang¡¯s face deepen, significantly lowering the pressure in the vicinity. Hah! Playing hard to get. His gaze deepened; this woman was indeed clever, choosing a path unlike other women who exhausted themselves trying to share his bed; she did the exact opposite. True to her reputation as a famous actress, she had a sharp mind! Lu Hualiang looked at Xia Weibao with a mix of contempt and inquiry. This person didn¡¯t seem genuinely insane. Probably just an act. As Xia Weibao regarded the divorce agreement in her hands, the corners of her lips turned up slightly, and she couldn¡¯t help but chuckle softly. Then immediately, she reined in all expression. Keep it low-key, don¡¯t let the Dog Emperor realize you want to be dethroned. No, divorced. Adopt the modern mindset; be trendy. Just thinking about being free in a year made her so happy she was almost delirious. It looked like she needed to spend a few days in the mental hospital to cool down. After all, in her previous life she had entered the palace at sixteen; despite the thousands of beauties in the Imperial Harem, the emperor favored only her! Aside from attending to his sleeping quarters, what else? Damn it, ten years in the palace yielded one Crown Prince, four princes, and a princess! Six children in ten years! Even a sow isn¡¯t bred like that! One could imagine how torturous her life in the palace had been! The chance to escape the dragon¡¯s clutches excited her to the point of near insanity. Seeing her nervously excited state, Lu Hualiang¡¯s disgust intensified. Quite the performance! He didn¡¯t dislike a woman with strategies, as long as those schemes weren¡¯t used on him. S§×ar?h the novel(F~)ire.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Yang Su didn¡¯t have his master¡¯s vanity or wandering thoughts; at the moment, his mind was filled with one constant refrain: Lunatic¡­ Chapter 3 - 3 The Number One Bitch in the Entertainment Industry! Chapter 3: Chapter 3 The Number One Bitch in the Entertainment Industry! Editor: Atlas Studios Xia Weibao was an extremely adaptable person, having fully immersed herself in the new environment after just one day. At night, she sat cross-legged on the bed with a laptop in front of her. It was said to be a high-tech product, very advanced and awesome, the kind you wouldn¡¯t understand if I told you. She logged into her Weibo account rather clumsily. She remembered, after the scandal broke involving the body¡¯s original owner, the company, fearing she would speak out of turn, had immediately frozen her Weibo account. She wasn¡¯t sure whether it had been unfrozen now. After a try, she got in! Her Majesty the Empress felt a little excitement, remembering she had over five million followers on Weibo. The thought of so many people liking her filled her with joy. However¡­ Nu Ji! Why were there only fifty thousand followers!!! She must have logged into a fake Weibo! Definitely! After scrutinizing it, Her Majesty the Empress finally accepted with tears that her followers had indeed dropped from five million to fifty thousand. One could imagine how big the impact of that event was at the time! Just thinking about it, a trending topic popped up. #XiaWeibaoLeavesPsychiatricHospital# She twitched the corners of her eyes violently. No way, even leaving the hospital could trend. A phrase suddenly jumped into her mind, ¡°black to the extreme is red¡­¡± She did a search and found that she dominated the top three trending topics! #EntertainmentsNumberOneBitchXiaReturns# #ShockXiaJiKeptByMysteriousMan# The comments were a mixed bag. ¡ª¡ªDamn, Xia Weibao actually came out of the psychiatric hospital! ¡ª¡ªHehe, Bitch Xia¡¯s comeback, just when the entertainment industry was calming down, it¡¯s going to be a bloody mess again ¡ª¡ªUpstairs, it¡¯s lecherous mess, thanks, which digging king can spill the beans, which guy did Bitch Xia hook up with to get out of the hospital? ¡ª¡ªTruly shameless, even when she¡¯s gone mad she can still hook up with guys [Despise]. ¡ª¡ªXia Yeji has been quiet for two years and finally can¡¯t suppress the raging lust inside! Back to wreak havoc on social morals! ¡ª¡ªHehe, probably couldn¡¯t stand being unloved and lonely for two years, dirty shameless [Vomit][Vomit] ¡ª¡ªWho says Xia Ji hasn¡¯t had men for two years, there are men in psychiatric hospitals okay, probably all the sickos are tired of sleeping with her [Sneer][Sneer] ¡ª¡ªI mean, though Bitch Xia has issues with character, her face and body are quite good, must be nice to have a go, wonder how much she charges per night [Lewd Smile] ¡ª¡ªPlastic surgery face counts as pretty? Are those big breasts full of silicone, not afraid they¡¯ll explode? ¡ª¡ªI¡¯ve had her, plenty of water! Very lewd! Intense! Top quality in chickens haha ¡ª¡ªI¡¯ve had her too, that lewdness, nearly killed me with the fumes [Evil Grin] ¡ª¡ªYou guys really dare to ride Xia Weibao, that kind of public bus, aren¡¯t you afraid of catching AIDS? [Despise][Despise][Despise] ¡ª¡ªCalling her a public bus is already elevating her! Is she even as clean as a public bus, she¡¯s a public toilet, and the kind you don¡¯t flush after using¡­ ¡ª¡ªSeriously disgusting, you guys are even discussing such a person, Xia Weibao roll out of the entertainment circle! ¡ª¡ªXia Weibao roll out of the entertainment circle! S§×arch* The N??elFir§×.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. ¡ª¡ªXia Weibao roll out of the entertainment circle¡­ The topic #XiaWeibaoRollOutOfEntertainmentCircle# once again topped the trending charts. Staring at all those unacceptable comments, Xia Weibao shook with rage, her face terrifyingly grim. Even though the insults weren¡¯t directed at her, she could feel boundless anger! The destructive power of verbal attacks was truly frightening, talking about an innocent girl like this, wasn¡¯t it purely driving her to death! And to think about that once gentle and lovely woman, it was in such an environment that she was driven insane! These so-called keyboard warriors, wielding the high ground of morality to judge others¡¯ life and death, are the real executioners! Behind their screens, no one knows who is who, and they think they can do whatever they want, right? Without legal punishment, they think they can brazenly commit violence, right? Watching those comments refreshing endlessly and becoming increasingly low, Xia Weibao laughed bitterly in rage. Such a laugh was chilling. She clumsily typed a few words and then sent out a Weibo post. [I¡¯m back.] Chapter 4 - 4: Recognizing by the Look in Their Eyes, Theyre Not to be Messed With Chapter 4: Chapter 4: Recognizing by the Look in Their Eyes, They¡¯re Not to be Messed With Editor: Atlas Studios I¡¯m back! This body is no longer the weak and helpless actress Xia Weibao, but rather, she is now the Empress, the one who holds sway over the court and the people! A sneeze from her could make the kingdom tremble ¨C the Mother of the Nation! Since the law cannot punish those who caused Xia Weibao¡¯s death, then she will seek justice for her! And take responsibility for her new life! After sending out the post on Weibo, she closed her laptop, only to hear the sound of the bathroom door opening. Xia Weibao looked up to see Lu Hualiang walking out in a black silk bathrobe. The robe was loosely tied at the waist, revealing a muscular chest and the hints of a firm abdomen. His hair was still wet, droplets of water trailed down his neck, such temptation¡­ Xia Weibao felt her heart thudding uncontrollably, she swallowed hard, then forcibly turned her gaze away. She chanted to herself three times: ¡°Form is void, void is form.¡± What a sin! She never expected the Dog Emperor to be more striking in a bathrobe than in his Dragon Robe. One sexy, the other ascetic. She could feel her lust stirring! When Lu Hualiang turned around after drying his hair, he met her infatuated gaze. His eyes instantly turned cold, filled with disdain and irritation. You¡¯re good at pretending, aren¡¯t you? Showing your true colors so soon. Sear?h the Nov§×l?ire.n(e)t website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. He suddenly walked to the bed, leaned over close to her face, and his deep, cold eyes drew nearer. The handsome face so close made Xia Weibao¡¯s heart race. That face, no matter how many years she looked at it, still made her heart flutter. Back then, it was this face that ensnared her soul, leading her, all aflutter, into the Palace. From then on, once she entered the Palace Gate deep as the sea, her days were filled with nothing but serving the bedchamber. Lu Hualiang¡¯s face was very close, his warm breath scattering across her face, as if the next second, he would kiss her. This threw Xia Weibao into panic. Stay steady, don¡¯t be tempted by a handsome face again. Remembering the aches and cramps of her past life, Xia Weibao, you must keep calm! She punched herself hard in the chest, using brute force to suppress the riotous heartbeat of her traitorous heart! Xia Weibao turned her head, avoiding Lu Hualiang¡¯s penetrating gaze. But she hadn¡¯t expected that Lu Hualiang was already so close that, in dodging away, his lips brushed past hers. Both were stunned for a moment. An electric tingling sensation spread from their lips, sweet and numbing. Accompanied by the erratic heartbeat of one of them, though it was unclear whose. Lu Hualiang was unhappy seeing her pretend to be innocent, and only wanted to tempt her into revealing her true self. He hadn¡¯t expected the accident to happen, and he was stunned. So soft¡­ Gazing at her blushing profile, her skin so flawless that even at such close range, not a single pore was visible, only the delicate fuzz that seemed so soft and tender¡­ Suddenly, he felt his throat go dry and his fingers itched to touch her. Damn! Lu Hualiang abruptly stood up, and only then did he realize his breath was shaky. No wonder she¡¯s known in the entertainment world as a seductress with deep skills¡ªshe almost got the better of him! ¡°Xia Weibao, you¡¯d better behave yourself as Mrs. Lu for one year and not entertain any other ideas, otherwise I¡¯ll make your death a miserable one,¡± Having said that, he turned and didn¡¯t give her another glance. Xia Weibao, who was already flustered, breathed a sigh of relief. O heavens! Is this man really the Dog Emperor, or is he more fatal than the Dog Emperor himself? So handsome that her legs went weak. Just as she was thinking this, she saw Lu Hualiang move to the other side of the bed and sit down. ¡°What are you doing!¡± Xia Weibao exclaimed in alarm, resolute in her refusal to serve in the bedchamber! Lu Hualiang was still irritable from his own lapse in composure. Upon hearing her, his eyes narrowed dangerously, his gaze sharp. Meeting such a pair of deep, cold eyes, Xia Weibao instantly lost her nerve. She knew from his look, he was someone she couldn¡¯t afford to provoke¡­ Chapter 5 - 5 Single by Strength! Chapter 5: Chapter 5 Single by Strength! Editor: Atlas Studios Alright, this room was his, the bed too, and if he wanted to sleep, he would sleep. But there was one thing she couldn¡¯t understand, was this man truly Emperor Xia Liang? If so, then why was he so cold to her? If not, then why marry her, a woman with such a notorious reputation? Marrying her only to sign a divorce agreement? Her Majesty the Empress wasn¡¯t one to trouble herself, so since she couldn¡¯t figure it out, she decided not to think about it anymore. She flipped the blanket aside and went to sleep. sea??h th§× n??el Fire.n§×t website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Speaking of which, these modern mattresses really were nice, soft and warm, much more comfortable than sleeping on a dragon bed. She turned her back to Lu Hualiang, her body edging as far from him as possible towards the side of the bed, away from the man behind her. If they were going to depose the Empress, might as well do it thoroughly. Watching her actions, which seemed to avoid suspicion, Lu Hualiang¡¯s eyes deepened, followed by a derisive snort, Acting! He was a light sleeper, and hadn¡¯t been asleep for long when he felt a pair of soft, boneless hands stealthily climbing onto his chest. His eyes flicked open, dark as obsidian, sharp as an eagle¡¯s. When he saw it was Xia Weibao constantly squirming into his embrace, Lu Hualiang¡¯s scalp tingled! He had a severe case of mysophobia, hating others touching his body, especially women with such foul names! With one hand, he pried Xia Weibao¡¯s arm off him, then lifted his leg and, with a sharp thud, kicked her off the bed! Admirable, admirable! Director Lu truly was a hero (good dog) living single by his own strengths! This dashing kick made it seem like the road to coax his wife in the future would also be quite stylish! Thud, a heavy object hit the floor. ¡°Ow~¡± Waking from her deep sleep, Xia Weibao got up clutching her lower back, furious. Rebellion! Who dared to kick Her Majesty the Empress out of bed, their whole families must be tired of living! Just as she was about to confront the offender angrily, she came face to face with Lu Hualiang¡¯s cold gaze. Xia Weibao, ¡°¡­¡± ¡°Do it again, and I¡¯ll break your hand!¡± Lu Hualiang gritted his teeth. This woman, truly playing hard to get and revealing her true nature as soon as night fell! Her Majesty the Empress claimed she was wronged, what had she done? Just sleeping obediently, how did she provoke him? Forget it, a wise woman does not fight with a despot! After all, this man could execute her entire clan. Just as she was about to climb back into bed, Lu Hualiang¡¯s piercing gaze frightened her. ¡°Go sleep on the couch!¡± ¡°I don¡¯t¡­¡± Xia Weibao held back anger, itching to snap back. But meeting Lu Hualiang¡¯s sharp, knife-like gaze, she felt the cow inside her cower. Once again, those eyes confirmed that he was not someone she could afford to provoke. She could only take a pillow and head to the couch. As she turned around, tears of grievance trickled down inside her. Dog Emperor, not even leaving me in peace after death! When she woke up the next day, Lu Hualiang had already left. She heard he would be away on a business trip for a few days, and Xia Weibao cheered! Sitting on the couch, she opened her laptop and logged into her Weibo again. For someone from ancient times, everything about this world was fascinating. The status update she had posted before sleeping last night had gone viral, and she had also been viciously attacked. ¡ª¡ªDammit! Bitch Xia actually has the face to post on Weibo! ¡ª¡ªHeheh, am I the only one who sensed the provocation in that sentence? Back then we worked together to drive her out of the entertainment industry, and now the first thing she says upon being discharged is ¡°I¡¯m back¡± ¡ª¡ªYou¡¯re not alone upstairs. ¡ª¡ªIt seems that this time Xia Ji has found herself a patron with quite the background, so arrogant [despise] Xia Weibao read the increasingly nasty comments with relish. Heheh, she really did find herself a big backer! Chapter 6 - 6 Hot on the list! Chapter 6: Chapter 6 Hot on the list! Editor: Atlas Studios If those keyboard warriors knew that she¡¯s now married to the most mysterious Emperor of Huaxia Country, I wonder if they¡¯d be so angry they¡¯d spit blood! Just thinking about it is so satisfying! Just then, a strange noise suddenly came from beside her. Xia Weibao was so startled she trembled, and then she realized it was her phone. A phone, have you heard of it? It¡¯s a very advanced and high-tech thing, you might not have seen one before, but it was also her first time seeing it. ¡°Sister Tong¡­¡± Xia Weibao glanced at the caller ID and immediately remembered who Sister Tong was. After the original owner was forcibly terminated by Empire Entertainment Media, she was left with a mountain of debt. Sear?h the ¦ÇovelFire.¦Çet website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. To pay it off, she had no choice but to lower her status and sign with a newly established small company, Hongtu Media. Jumping from the top dog, Empire Entertainment, to the newly founded Hongtu, which hadn¡¯t even been operating for ten days, she was severely ridiculed! And this Sister Tong was the agent arranged for her by Hongtu Media. After figuring out the relationship, Xia Weibao answered the call, ¡°Hello, Sister Tong.¡± ¡°I heard you¡¯ve been discharged? How are you feeling?¡± A capable voice came through the phone. ¡°I¡¯m fine, thank you for your concern, Sister Tong.¡± ¡°That¡¯s good to hear. I¡¯ve secured you a role, and the script has already been sent to your email. Go to the set by yourself tomorrow. I have a few newbies to look after, so I won¡¯t come to see you. Can you manage on your own?¡± Xia Weibao, ¡°¡­¡± She had carelessly browsed the web the night before and seemed to have seen a report that Hongtu Media would enter into asset liquidation next month, meaning bankruptcy¡­ Are there really newbies still to look after? Also, aren¡¯t scripts supposed to be printed out? How come it was sent to her email? Just because I traveled from ancient times doesn¡¯t mean you can take advantage of me, I¡¯m very smart! Glancing at the hot topics that were still soaring, today¡¯s popularity had been completely dominated by her! Xia Weibao¡¯s eyes sparkled lightly, it seemed Hongtu was also making a last-ditch effort, seeing her come back and become the talk of the town. So they wanted to take advantage of her current popularity to make a final gamble! See if they could make a miraculous comeback! With the corners of her mouth slowly curving up, Xia Weibao¡¯s gaze was inscrutable, ¡°Alright.¡± Hongtu needs a battle with their backs to the water, and isn¡¯t she also rowing against the current! This comeback, she not only wanted to reclaim her previous throne of Best Actress but also aim higher and go further! Relieved by her agreement, Sister Tong sighed, ¡°Baby, don¡¯t mind the rumors online, who says negative popularity isn¡¯t still popularity? Those people are just jealous of you. Just relax, focus on playing your role well, and I¡¯ll do my best to secure resources for you.¡± Xia Weibao, ¡°¡­¡± A company that¡¯s going to be auctioned next month, are you sure there are still resources? Seeing through it but not pointing it out, she was clueless about this world and still needed Sister Tong to help her navigate it. As long as she¡¯s given the opportunity, she¡¯s confident she can rise to fame instantly! However, when she opened her email, she was instantly dumbfounded. Chapter 7 - 7 The Number One Scum of the Directors Circle! Chapter 7: Chapter 7 The Number One Scum of the Directors¡¯ Circle! Editor: Atlas Studios The grandiose ambitions I had just now were slapped away by this so-called script! There¡¯s no script, no lines, nothing at all. The email only contained one sentence, which was to have me play the Cleaning Maid in ¡°Allure.¡± An esteemed actress reduced to a cleaning lady, Her Majesty the Empress rejects such a role! With no information provided, my only option was to search online for the drama. ¡°Allure¡± is a web series centered around power struggles, but let¡¯s not talk about the content for now. When Xia Weibao saw the director¡¯s name, she almost couldn¡¯t control the surging energies within her about to erupt! She really wanted to call Sister Tong and ask what grudge she held against her to harm her like this! The director of ¡°Allure¡± is Xu Jiayang. Speaking of Xu Jiayang, it¡¯s a long story. And compared to me, he¡¯s quite a match! A graduate from the directing program, his first film broke a hundred million at the box office! The only director in the country to have won an Oscar for Best Director! He¡¯s made countless artists famous. It could be said that there hasn¡¯t been an actor who worked under him who didn¡¯t become popular! Impressive, right? However, this young and promising genius director suddenly got exposed for raping female artists; to be in his movies, you had to sleep with him first. Those who were unwilling were drugged, recorded on video, and blackmailed. After a few days of a police station tour, his reputation was ruined. Xia Weibao rested her cheek in her hand, another person blacklisted by the entertainment industry because of a scandal! If I¡¯m considered the top schemer in the entertainment circle, then Xu Jiayang is the scum of the directors¡¯ circle! Me acting in Xu Jiayang¡¯s movie, haha, what a joke. Even if it¡¯s just a cameo, I bet it would stir up a melodramatic scandal! S~ea??h the N?velFire.n§×t website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Yet, the next day, she still went to the set as agreed. Opportunities had to be fought for by oneself. The entertainment industry is a place that flows like water; new faces are always smiling, while no one hears the old ones crying. To secure a foothold, one must have enough popularity! And to gain popularity, one has to show their face! I¡¯m currently completely banned, I need to tear open an exit for myself! Even if it¡¯s just as a cleaning lady, I¡¯ve accepted it! ¡°Stop dawdling, hurry up and change your clothes!¡± Xia Weibao had just arrived at the set when she heard a sharp scolding. Looking in the direction of the voice, she saw two women in white ancient costumes standing not far away. One of them she recognized, Lin Mier, a second-tier actress with a bit of fame. However, even as a second-tier actress, in the crew of ¡°Allure,¡± she had the highest status. ¡°Allure,¡± after all, is a low-budget web series with limited funds. Furthermore, since Xu Jiayang was the director, no one was willing to invest or act in his movie. Managing to get Lin Mier as the female lead was already unexpected. Xia Weibao felt ashamed; such a crew was really¡­ Difficult to describe. Lin Mier was still cursing, Xia Weibao wasn¡¯t listening carefully; just as she was about to change clothes, she saw the other woman in white turn around. The face was so pockmarked it was terrifying, ¡°completely disfigured¡± was an understatement to describe it. Disfigured¡­ Because the face was so frightening, Xia Weibao couldn¡¯t help but take a second look and noticed that the woman walked in a peculiar way. Before entering the palace in her past life, Xia Weibao was a renowned doctor in Jianghu, capable of miraculous medical feats! So, with one glance, she could tell that the woman with the disfigured face had an old leg injury, and it was very serious. ¡°How unlucky, what is Director Xu thinking, getting such an ugly woman to be my martial arts double, it¡¯s made my skin worsen,¡± Lin Mier arrogantly sat in a chair nearby, disdainfully pulling out a makeup mirror to touch up her makeup. Chapter 8 - 8 Both Are Destitute at the Ends of the Earth Chapter 8: Chapter 8 Both Are Destitute at the Ends of the Earth Editor: Atlas Studios The assistant by her side passed over a bottle of water in a pleasing manner, ¡°Exactly, our Sister Mi is so beautiful, how could they find such a disgusting stunt double for you? It¡¯s clearly an insult.¡± The agent agreed, ¡°Being ugly is one thing, but trying to act like a big shot? Dawdling over changing clothes, and still has the nerve to say she injured her leg. If her leg is injured, what¡¯s she doing being a stunt double? She¡¯d be better off begging under an overpass. Less showing up and disgusting people.¡± Their words finally made Lin Mier¡¯s mood a bit better. But glancing at the low-tier supporting actors around her, she impatiently rolled her eyes. The assistant complained with a full face, ¡°Sister Mi, with your high price, why stoop to act in this garbage? It¡¯s too humiliating.¡± Lin Mier was disdainful, ¡°Even a rotten ship has three nails, Xu Jiayang has made so many A-listers famous, there must be a reason.¡± She¡¯d been hovering in the second tier for a long time, taking a role in Xu Jiayang¡¯s film was just trying her luck. Just then, a commotion arose nearby, ¡°Someone¡¯s hurt, go take a look.¡± Moments later, Director Xu Jiayang hurried over. Sear?h the N?vel(F)ire.¦Çet website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Handsomely young looking with an air of someone in his mid-twenties, his eyes, however, held a world-weariness of a man in his thirties. This was clearly a young person crushed by life. ¡°Mier, there¡¯s been a small accident, the stunt double got injured doing a wire stunt, can you do this fight scene yourself?¡± Upon hearing this, Lin Mier¡¯s face changed, ¡°What?! Those dangerous shots, you want me to do them myself?¡± Director Xu¡¯s expression instantly darkened¡ªhe¡¯d had enough of actors with no professionalism! What¡¯s wrong with dangerous shots? If others can do it, why can¡¯t you? The agent immediately stood up, ¡°Director Xu, our Mier is delicate and expensive, how could she do such dangerous shots? What if there¡¯s an accident, could you afford it? Better hurry and find another stunt double.¡± The assistant complained fully, ¡°Even the stunt double can get hurt, the safety measures of the crew are too poor, you even dare to ask our Sister Mi to go.¡± Xu Jiayang held back a nameless rage. The stunt double was injured because she was already hurt, it wasn¡¯t a problem with the crew¡¯s safety measures. Lin Mier gave a disgusted look, what bad luck, had she known she wouldn¡¯t have taken this film. A washed-up director is a washed-up director, a piece of trash trying to make a comeback? Xu Jiayang¡¯s face grew stern, ¡°We can¡¯t find a stunt double on short notice, if you won¡¯t shoot, we¡¯ll have to delay until the afternoon.¡± ¡°How could we,¡± the agent said with a face full of arrogance, ¡°Do you think our Mier is like those trash? She¡¯s very busy, she has to rush to other engagements this afternoon and doesn¡¯t have the time to waste here.¡± The surrounding low-tier supporting actors, ¡°¡­¡± Damn it! You¡¯re all high and mighty, then roll out! Have the guts to act tough in front of A-list stars, always pretending to be someone in front of these newcomers! Xu Jiayang almost choked with anger. What is this wasting time! Being in his film is a waste of time? He wanted to explode in anger, but remembering that Lin Mier brought funding into the production, he could only hold it back. Go find a stunt double. Xia Weibao, who heard everything, had a glint in her eyes and followed along. ¡°Director Xu.¡± A sweet and gentle voice came from behind, Xu Jiayang turned around, and in the moment he saw Xia Weibao, astonishment flashed in his eyes. Xia Weibao was beautiful, undoubtedly so, even though her reputation was tarnished, it couldn¡¯t deny her beauty. Recognizing the person before him, Xu Jiayang was surprised. He had thought that after two years of madness, even if Xia Weibao made a comeback, she wouldn¡¯t be as good as before. But now, it seemed not only had she not regressed, she had become even more beautiful. And there was an indescribable charm about her. The rights and wrongs of the entertainment world are unpredictable. He had been through it, so he knew very well how dark the events surrounding Xia Weibao had been. It¡¯s just a pity for such a fine actor. Back then, Xia Weibao was an existence in the entertainment circle that one could only look up to. In the days of his success, he too had thought of casting her in a film. But as soon as the script was ready, he was sabotaged, and not long after, Xia Weibao also took a fall. Fellow travelers on a road of downfall. Chapter 9 - 9 The Ungrateful Wolf! Chapter 9: Chapter 9 The Ungrateful Wolf! Editor: Atlas Studios ¡°Is there something you need?¡± Xu Jiayang asked expressionlessly. ¡°Are you looking for a stunt double? I¡¯d like to give it a try.¡± ¡°You?¡± Xu Jiayang¡¯s gaze held a hint of hesitation. His first instinct was to refuse. Right now, Xia Weibao was mired in scandal, and anyone associated with her would end up tainted by association. sea??h th§× n?vel_Fire.¦Çet website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Not to mention his own reputation¡­ If he got involved with Xia Weibao, it wouldn¡¯t just be the two of them affected, the entire Allure crew would be drowned in saliva! However, finding a last-minute stunt double really was difficult, and although Xia Weibao had never done a period drama, she had filmed modern action scenes and did have a martial arts background. The additional expenses for delaying shooting were something their small production team simply couldn¡¯t afford. Thinking of the burning costs, Xu Jiayang hesitated¡­ ¡°Look, Xia Weibao is actually going up to talk to Director Xu.¡± ¡°Damn! What does she want to do? She isn¡¯t trying to openly seduce Director Xu, is she?¡± ¡°Tsk, why would she need to seduce anyone? Director Xu and she are cut from the same cloth, birds of a feather.¡± ¡°Listen to what they¡¯re saying ¨C Xia Weibao wants to be a stunt double?¡± ¡°A movie queen reduced to a stunt double, tsk tsk¡­¡± Those whispering voices were annoying to Xu Jiayang. ¡°You¡¯re not suita¡­¡± ¡°Director Xu.¡± Xu Jiayang hadn¡¯t finished speaking when Lin Mier interrupted him. She approached him with a beaming smile, ¡°Director Xu, since Senior Xia wants to be a stunt double, why not give her a chance to try?¡± Xia Weibao was young, but she had become famous early on. Initially in the entertainment industry, many indeed addressed her as ¡®Senior¡¯. But now, times had changed and calling her Senior under the cloud of her tarnished reputation was no longer respect, but sarcasm. Nevertheless, Lin Mier acted as if unaware, continuing to smile brightly. Xia Weibao raised an eyebrow and said nothing. Hah! She wished they would save these little tricks instead of flaunting them before her. In the past, when she ruled over the Imperial Harem, with the Three Palaces, Six Courts, and Seventy-two Concubines, the palace intrigue plays were genuinely fascinating. These palace maid-level shenanigans were just pitiful. Lin Mier continued to smile, ¡°Director Xu, consider it a favor to me, let Senior Xia try. You might be in for a pleasant surprise.¡± After so many years in the entertainment industry, Xu Jiayang naturally saw through Lin Mier¡¯s agenda. He glanced at Xia Weibao and saw her standing tall and graceful, the very image of a character from a poem. Despite her expressionless face, she had an air of a majestic phoenix overseeing her realm. When their gazes met, Xia Weibao gave him a light nod, accompanied by a faint smile. To Xu Jiayang¡¯s surprise, she too had seen through Lin Mier¡¯s little game. If she didn¡¯t mind being used as a stepping stone¡­ ¡°Go change your clothes.¡± Xia Weibao nodded gently, ¡°Thank you, Director Xu.¡± That smile momentarily dazzled Xu Jiayang. As Xia Weibao passed by Lin Mier, she gave her a meaningful smile, ¡°Thanks, Sister Mi.¡± Lin Mier¡¯s smile was very friendly, ¡°You¡¯re welcome. You helped me back in the day; now that you are having trouble, how could I just watch and do nothing?¡± Xia Weibao¡¯s smile deepened. Yes, she had indeed helped Lin Mier. When Xia Weibao was at the pinnacle of her fame, Lin Mier was just a rookie starting out. Due to a slight resemblance to Xia Weibao, she was referred to as Xiao Weibao. Back then, Lin Mier, eager to curry favor with Xia Weibao, was more than willing to be the one to carry her shoes. Seeing her ambition and willingness to work hard, Xia Weibao took the initiative to introduce her to the director. And it was for that very film that gave the real owner the title of movie queen! Lin Mier was the third female lead! The third female lead! A role many actresses would fight tooth and nail for, and Xia Weibao went out of her way to negotiate more scenes for Lin Mier by arranging dinner with the director. But, when the scandal broke out, it was Lin Mier who first came forward, wielding photos of Xia Weibao supposedly accompanying the director to a hotel for the night! She sent her straight to Hell! Indeed, the real owner had been to the hotel with the director, but not for what the photos suggested; it was to negotiate for Lin Mier¡¯s role over dinner! An ungrateful wretch! Chapter 10 - 10: Stunning the Crowd! Chapter 10: Chapter 10: Stunning the Crowd! Editor: Atlas Studios Recalling the past, Xia Weibao¡¯s smile was somewhat sinister, which sent a chill down Lin Mier¡¯s spine. She would reclaim everything this body¡¯s original owner once owed, one by one! By the time Lin Mier regained her composure, Xia Weibao had already left. ¡°Sister Mi, why are you helping her?¡± The assistant walked up to Lin Mier and grumbled discontentedly. ¡°Senior Xia helped me before, and one must repay kindness.¡± Lin Mier chuckled lightly, but her eyes were filled with endless irony. Help Xia Weibao? sea??h th§× n??el Fire.n§×t website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. She wasn¡¯t out of her mind! Years ago, she had debuted under the name Xiao Weibao, and even after so many years, she still hadn¡¯t managed to escape Xia Weibao¡¯s shadow. At the beginning of her career, the moniker Xiao Weibao indeed brought her numerous benefits and had helped her rise step by step. But now, that name had become her burden! She couldn¡¯t shake it off, because she couldn¡¯t surpass Xia Weibao! But what if Xia Weibao became her stunt double? She believed that would be a very explosive topic! It would definitely hit the headlines! Xia Weibao, Xia Weibao, you¡¯re already past your prime; you might as well make yourself useful one last time and become my stepping stone! Lin Mier gave her agent a meaningful glance, and the agent understood immediately and went to take care of it. ¡°Sister Mi, you really are someone who repays kindness.¡± ¡°Yes, Sister Mi is so kind; nowadays, everyone stays away from Xia Weibao, only you remember old ties and support her.¡± ¡°Right, if it weren¡¯t for Sister Mi, Xia Weibao might not even be able to get a job as a stunt double.¡± ¡°Sister Mi is amazing, even an empress is acting as your stand-in.¡± ¡°Pfft, what empress? Xia Weibao is not even worthy to carry Sister Mi¡¯s shoes¡­¡± Lin Mier relished the deliberate flattery. She felt extremely smug inside, yet kept a humble appearance. ¡°Senior Xia is talented, even if it weren¡¯t for me, she would have been able to secure the role of a stunt double.¡± A stunt double, a stand-in. Nowadays, Xia Weibao was only fit to be her stand-in! ¡°Scoff, what talent? Her ¡®talent¡¯ is just being good in bed.¡± ¡°Exactly, they call her an empress, but besides that face, what else does Xia Weibao have¡­?¡± The snide remarks were cut off abruptly, unfinished. The previously noisy film set fell silent. Because Xia Weibao had changed into her costume and come out. She was dressed in white, floating elegantly as if otherworldly, with willow-leaf eyebrows above a pair of expressive watery eyes. Her features were delicate and yet grand, dignified and hazy like the moon seen through the mist. The entertainment industry is a place filled with beautiful women; we often exclaim over all kinds of beauty ¨C fashionable, trendy, cute. But there¡¯s a sort of beauty that¡¯s gradually vanishing. That is, classical beauty. Classical beauty defies a concrete definition. You¡¯d even find it difficult to describe what classical beauty looks like with words. But when someone with such an ancient sense of beauty appears before you, you suddenly realize. Oh, so this is classical beauty. At that moment, Xia Weibao had that exact effect! The moment she appeared, everyone was stunned! No Korean-style straight eyebrows, no internet-celebrity cone-shaped faces, no skin smoothing Photoshop filters. Her beauty was fresh and natural, different from the rest, breathtakingly stunning, as if she were a gentle woman who had stepped right out of a painting. Every frown and smile was gentle as water, every action conveyed what was alluring and captivating. With a ¡°pop¡± sound. Lin Mier crushed the water bottle in her hand. Chapter 11 - 11: Change the Female Lead! Chapter 11: Chapter 11: Change the Female Lead! Editor: Atlas Studios Xia Weibao¡¯s innate classical temperament, which radiated from her very bones, was something her surgically altered face could not compare with. She was jealous, she was going crazy! Especially when she saw the look in Xu Jiayang¡¯s eyes as he gazed at Xia Weibao, Lin Mier felt uneasy. The reason Xu Jiayang had chosen her for the lead role before was partly because there were no better options, and partly because she had slept with investors and brought funding to the project. S§×ar?h the NovelFire.net* website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. If there were now a better option, knowing Xu Jiayang¡¯s stubbornness, she wondered what kind of decision he would make¡­ She had never known that there were people whose beauty could cause such restlessness in the heart. Xu Jiayang looked deeply at Xia Weibao; no one knew what the genius director was thinking. Finally, he understood what that indescribable quality about Xia Weibao was. Classical beauty! The woman of the moment was exuding a classical and graceful charm from her very core. Otherworldly and stunning, gentle and touching. ¡°Get ready,¡± Xu Jiayang commanded with a grand gesture, and everyone took their places. Dressed in white, she floated gracefully like a startled swan. To the modern world, Qinggong was a myth. But for Xia Weibao, once a divine healer who roamed Jianghu, it was a vivid reality. She didn¡¯t need wirework to perform flying eaves and walking on walls. But to not terrify everyone, she obediently cooperated with the wire rigging. The fight scenes she shot flowed like clouds and water, smooth and natural, imbued with an intrinsic beauty. The moment she flew up from the ground perfectly embodied what it meant to be breathtakingly beautiful. Graceful and lively, her white attire surpassed the purity of snow. She didn¡¯t look like she was hanging from wires but rather like a fairy descending from the heavens, brimming with immortal energy. All the mockery from before had now vanished into thin air. That night, Xu Jiayang couldn¡¯t sleep. From the moment he saw Xia Weibao walk out of the changing room, he knew she was the Li Qingcheng he had been searching for. Lin Mier was arrogant and unruly, lacking any acting skills and sporting a mere internet-celebrity face. She simply couldn¡¯t compare with Xia Weibao. However, Lin Mier represented popularity, she represented capital. If Xia Weibao were to replace her, given the current state of the production, it would be an enormous problem. After pondering all night, at four o¡¯clock in the morning, he made a phone call. ¡°Damn it, Xu, do you know what time it is, waking people from their dreams?!¡± came the roaring voice from the phone, to which Xu Jiayang seemed to have grown accustomed. ¡°Leng Yan, I¡¯m thinking of changing the lead actress.¡± There was silence on the other end of the line for a while before asking, ¡°Who do you want to switch to?¡± ¡°Xia Weibao.¡± ¡°Xu Jiayang, have you had a stroke or been possessed?!¡± Another roar came through the phone. Changing the lead actress, and to Xia Weibao of all people, notorious Xia Weibao! Xu Jiayang¡¯s face was expressionless as he said, ¡°I¡¯m serious.¡± ¡°Are you out of your mind, do you want those haters¡¯ spit to drown you? Everyone knows Xia Weibao¡¯s reputation; any man who gets involved with her gets torn to shreds! Everyone avoids her like the plague, yet you dare to cast her as the lead actress!¡± Without imagination, the headlines the next day would either be about Xia Weibao climbing into Xu Jiayang¡¯s bed, or Xu Jiayang forcing himself on Xia Weibao! Leng Yan sat up in bed, irritatedly tugging his hair, wondering what had gotten into his friend in the middle of the night. ¡°Leng Yan, I can¡¯t settle for this.¡± Chapter 12 - 12: A Fight with the Back to the Water! Chapter 12: Chapter 12: A Fight with the Back to the Water! Editor: Atlas Studios Xu Jiayang¡¯s voice was somewhat hoarse, and he was not willing to give up. Originally, he entered the film industry with a passion for movies, determined not to bow down to power, not to follow the trend, and to make the films he wanted to make. He never made commercial films. But now, He was groveling to an actress for investment. Making the kind of shoddy films that were produced like assembly line products. He had already banished and degraded himself, but it was Xia Weibao¡¯s aura that gave him hope. ¡°Leng Yan, I am not willing to have my life end like this. Movies are my dream, and one day, I will stand up again!¡± In Xu Jiayang¡¯s eyes, there burst forth an unprecedented light, as if he was back when he first entered the film industry. Leng Yan scratched his head in frustration. ¡°Starting over is not easy. Don¡¯t forget, you are being blacklisted now. Without Lin Mier, you have no funding, you can¡¯t even start filming. And as for Xia Weibao¡¯s current situation, whoever uses her is courting death!¡± Xia Weibao was one of his artists, so he was very clear about how bad her situation was. Xu Jiayang pursed his lips, patiently painting a picture for his best buddy. ¡°Leng Yan, are you really content with this? Hongtu is your blood, sweat, and tears, do you want to just watch it close down? Half of the ¡®Allure¡¯ crew members are from Hongtu. If this play becomes a hit, Hongtu will surely come back to life!¡± Cough cough, it¡¯s shameful to say, but the crew is so poor they can¡¯t even afford actors, all sponsored by Hongtu cough cough cough. It must be said, this pitch was very tempting, and Leng Yan was drooling. Snapping back to reality, he shook his head vigorously. This best friend of his was known for setting traps, and if it sounded too good, it was definitely a huge pit! ¡°No, no, no.¡± Xu Jiayang gritted his teeth, why wasn¡¯t he falling for it! It seemed he had to use his trump card now! ¡°If Hongtu closes down, your goddess will become someone else¡¯s wife!¡± That was a bull¡¯s eye! ¡°Crap!¡± Leng Yan, stimulated, suddenly jumped up from the bed. Dare to snatch my goddess, I¡¯ll cut off your little jj! ¡°Xu Jiayang, do whatever you want to do! I¡¯ll back you up even if I have to sell everything I have!¡± The foolish beast finally saw the light, and Director Xu felt gratified. ¡°Leng Yan, support Xia Weibao. Together, we can definitely turn her into an international superstar!¡± Leng Yan¡¯s fighting spirit was instantly ignited! They were all at the age brimming with youthful energy, who didn¡¯t have a heart ready to be trapped! ¡°No problem, we¡¯ll concentrate all of Hongtu¡¯s resources, I will definitely turn her into the Eastern Pearl!¡± ¡°As long as you have this intention, regarding the funding, just mortgage Hongtu and get a loan. It¡¯s only temporary. Once ¡®Allure¡¯ becomes a hit, we¡¯ll earn it all back!¡± ¡°No problem!¡± Leng Yan declared grandly, thumping his chest, ¡°Leave it to me!¡± S§×ar?h the N?velFire(.)net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. The foolish Leng was still smug in the beautiful blueprint Xu Jiayang had drawn, until half an hour later, he came back to his senses, dazed. Huh, something seems wrong¡­ Crap! Xu you¡¯ve trapped me again!!! My Hongtu aaaaaah! However, no matter how crazy he got, he did not regret it. The pie that Xu Jiayang had drawn was too tempting. If it succeeded, it would be like a salted fish turning over, washing away the disgrace of the past! A company on the brink of bankruptcy, a director at the end of his rope, and a disgraced actress. Burning their boats, they were ready for a do-or-die battle! Xia Weibao, I hope you don¡¯t make me regret today¡¯s decision. Chapter 13 - 13 Scandal Chapter 13: Chapter 13 Scandal Editor: Atlas Studios The next day, Xia Weibao received a call from Sister Tong. ¡°Baby, I have some good news to tell you; hurry over to the company.¡± ¡°What is it, Sister Tong? You sound so happy.¡± ¡°It¡¯s huge good news; I¡¯ll explain when you get here. Baby, your future is boundless.¡± Xia Weibao raised an eyebrow, vaguely guessing it had something to do with the move she pulled off the previous day. So, she quickly changed clothes and left. Although Lu Hualiang had signed the separation document with her¡­ spit, the divorce agreement. From now on, she needed to learn to be a modern person and abandon the habits of ancient people. Even though she had only been Madame Lu for a year, Lu Hualiang had been quite good to her; he didn¡¯t restrict her freedom, and he even provided her with a car. Have you heard about cars? Apparently, they¡¯re very advanced and high-tech, a means of transportation, and they can go even faster than a fine steed! Maybe you haven¡¯t seen one, but she was seeing one for the first time. Her Majesty the Empress was worldly-wise and truly didn¡¯t want to appear as astonished as Granny Liu entering The Grand View Garden. But when she sat inside the custom-made Maserati worth tens of millions, she couldn¡¯t help but gawk with stars in her eyes and salivate. This iron steed was too cool! She recalled the steps of the original owner driving the car. Release the parking brake, shift gears, floor the accelerator! With a loud roar, the luxury car shot out instantly, punching a hole in the garage door. The butler, ¡°¡­¡± The servants, ¡°¡­¡± Looking at the big hole in the door, everyone swallowed hard. The young madam was too¡­ fiercely impressive! Meanwhile, Xia Weibao, who had already zoomed away in the car, was enjoying the speed and passion, driving very smoothly. It was so cool, really too cool! This feeling was even more thrilling than flying eaves and walking on walls! As Her Majesty the Empress was getting her fill of speeding around, a news story was taking off online! #BitchXiaShameless, Slept Her Way to the Top# Once this news broke out, it swept through the internet like a storm! In less than ten minutes, it had been shared thousands of times and commented on over ten thousand times, swiftly rising to the top of the trending searches! This rate of propagation was, indeed, astonishing! Following that, today¡¯s hot topics were dominated by the name Xia Weibao! #XiaWeibaoStealsLinMier¡¯sRole# #XiaWeibao¡¯sUnder-the-TableDeal# #XuJiayang&XiaWeibao, A Perfect Match of Scum and Bitch# #PoorLinMier# #BoycottAllure, SleazyProductionCrew# Today, all the topics were inseparable from the three words Xia Weibao. And the comments below rose at an unprecedented speed. ¡ª¡ªDamn! Bitch Xia really is the worst of the lot, climbing into Xu Jiayang¡¯s bed on her very first day back! ¡ª¡ªAmazing, amazing, unmatched coquettish skill, a paragon of sluts! Just feel sorry for our Mier, having her role snatched away from her hands. ¡ª¡ªSpit, Xu Jiayang isn¡¯t any better, a director with twisted values, why doesn¡¯t he get hit by a car when he walks out! ¡ª¡ªHeh, a match made in heaven, trashy Xu and bitch, joined at the hip [Vomiting] ¡ª¡ªSo disgusting, how can there be such repulsive women in the world [Angry][Angry] ¡ª¡ªReading this makes me want to throw up, I was going to watch ¡°Allure¡± for my goddess Mier, but now, heh! ¡ª¡ªInsisting on boycotting ¡°Allure.¡± Any show with Xia Weibao in it, if I even glance at it, I lose! S§×arch* The Nov§×l?ire.n(e)t website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. ¡ª¡ªIf I glance at ¡°Allure,¡± I¡¯ll gouge out my eyes! ¡ª¡ªHarakiri¡­ ¡ª¡ªSuppress Xia Weibao, boycott Xu Jiayang, boycott ¡°Allure¡±!!! ¡­ The increasingly uncontrollable public opinion caught Xu Jiayang off guard. How did the news of the female lead change get out so quickly when it had just been settled? And this rate of propagation, it was clear someone was manipulating it behind the scenes! Chapter 14 - 14 Being Pelted with Rotten Eggs Chapter 14: Chapter 14 Being Pelted with Rotten Eggs Editor: Atlas Studios Xia Weibao arrived at Hongtu Media and saw the company¡¯s entrance surrounded by reporters. She frowned, what was going on? Wasn¡¯t Hongtu about to go bankrupt? She hadn¡¯t expected there would still be so many journalists crowding around. She had just pushed open her car door when a sharp-eyed reporter spotted her. ¡°Look, Xia Weibao is here.¡± Xia Weibao had just gotten up and received a call from Sister Tong, so she didn¡¯t know what was happening on the internet yet. Seeing so many people swarming towards her, she was somewhat puzzled. Then she thought that she was now a big star, and maybe these were all her fans. So she greeted them with a smile and even kindly waved at the reporters who kept coming. ¡°Hi¡­ ow!¡± Before she could finish greeting them, someone pushed her, and then she was surrounded by a throng of people. Countless microphones engulfed her like a flood beast. The reporters had a crazed look about them, as if they wanted to drink her blood and eat her flesh! One sharp question after another was thrown at her, catching Xia Weibao off guard. ¡°Xia Weibao, please tell us your relationship with Xu Jiayang.¡± ¡°Xia Weibao, there are rumors online that you slept with Xu Jiayang and stole Lin Mier¡¯s role. Is that true?¡± ¡°Xia Weibao, whose luxury car is that behind you?¡± Only then did people realize that Xia Weibao was actually driving a custom-made Maserati! Originally, after being forcibly terminated by her agency, Xia Weibao was left with huge debts and had no income for three years. Sear?h the NovelFire.net* website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Having just left the mental institution, she certainly couldn¡¯t afford such an expensive luxury car. So, it was obvious where the car must have come from. The reporters immediately became excited like flies upon seeing dung. ¡°Xia Weibao, there¡¯s a rumor that you¡¯ve been kept by a wealthy businessman. Is it true?¡± ¡°We heard that you became a mistress and wrecked someone¡¯s family. How did you bring yourself to do such morally bankrupt things?¡± ¡°Miss Xia, regarding the matter of stars providing sexual favors, aren¡¯t you ashamed?¡± ¡°Miss Xia, you slept with Director Xu, does your backer know, or are you serving multiple men?¡± ¡°Miss Xia, is it because you are an orphan, born with a mother but raised without one, that your values are so skewed?¡± ¡°Xia Weibao, regarding the matter on the internet, don¡¯t you think you owe the audience an explanation? Lin Mier¡¯s fans demand you apologize to Lin Mier, you¡­¡± The overwhelming accusations grew sharper and sharper, leaving Xia Weibao a bit stunned. This was the first time she had encountered such a situation. But after all, she was the mother of a nation, having seen all sorts of scenes; she would not easily lose her composure. In the face of increasingly unbearable questions, she remained calm. In the upstairs office, Leng Yan watched this scene and almost threw Xu Jiayang down from the twenty-third floor in anger! ¡°Xu Jiayang, this is the consequence of you changing the female lead; let¡¯s see how you handle this!¡± His heart was bleeding. His company was at stake. Although he had anticipated that replacing Xia Weibao as the female lead would cause a backlash from netizens, he did not expect it to be this severe! Now, not only were Xia Weibao and Xu Jiayang blacklisted, but Allure and Hongtu had been blacklisted as well! The controversy continued to escalate, and the anger of the fans had reached an uncontrollable level! Especially Lin Mier¡¯s fans believed that Lin Mier had lost to Xia Weibao¡¯s lowly tactics and were now so angry they wanted to stage a protest to drive Xia Weibao out of the entertainment industry! The situation had become too serious. Seeing Xia Weibao besieged below, Leng Yan felt somewhat helpless. Xia Weibao, it was over for her. With such a tarnished reputation, how could she ever clear her name? Everything was ruined. Xu Jiayang¡¯s face was cold, and he said nothing. The situation was indeed much more serious than he had imagined. Just then, a few rotten eggs flew out from the crowd and were hurled towards Xia Weibao. Chapter 15 - 15 Her Majesty the Empress Prevails! Chapter 15: Chapter 15 Her Majesty the Empress Prevails! Editor: Atlas Studios Xu Jiayang was shocked, ¡°Quick, go save them!¡± Being surrounded by reporters was one thing, but personal attacks were another matter altogether. No matter what, the first priority was to ensure personal safety! Leng Yan had also been frightened, and he immediately made a call for security to go out and drive the reporters away. Sister Tong had turned deathly pale with fright. Reporters and fans nowadays were really too crazy! To actually commit assault! In the midst of everyone¡¯s change in expression, a shocking scene unfolded. Downstairs, Xia Weibao saw someone throw rotten eggs at her. Her face, which had been fairly friendly moments ago, instantly darkened. With a cold and narrowed gaze, she swept over the crowd that was so crazed they looked as if their entire families had been killed. She thought to herself that the people nowadays were really not lovable, and she really wanted to properly teach them how to behave, while also bringing out their clans to greet them thoroughly. But this was a civilized society, where all acts of violence were wrong, so annoying. While everyone else was gloating, waiting to see Xia Weibao splattered with rotten eggs in a sorry state. Xia Weibao raised her hand, and caught all five rotten eggs. Yes, she caught five eggs with her bare hands! Then¡­ Then with a slight movement of her hand, the five rotten eggs flew back on their initial trajectory, smashing into the instigators! ¡°Ah.¡± ¡°Ah.¡± S§×arch* The NovelFire.net* website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. ¡°Ah.¡± ¡°Ah.¡± ¡°Ah.¡± Five cries of shock sounded at once, and everyone was dumbfounded. There had been instances of celebrities being egged by malicious fans in the past; those celebrities usually fled in disgrace under the escort of their managers and security guards. But to retaliate by throwing the eggs back at the offenders, and to do so while remaining unharmed, poised, and elegant, was unprecedented! Everyone was stunned by the move Xia Weibao had pulled off, rendered as motionless as statues. Xia Weibao, on the other hand, scoffed with disdain. Then, amidst a crowd of petrified onlookers, she walked with her head held high and chest out towards Hongtu. When the crowd snapped back to reality, they went into an uproar! Especially the fans of Lin Mier who had been hit by the eggs, they were burning with rage. Good news seldom travels far, bad news has wings. The incident spread rapidly, and through exaggeration turned into Xia Weibao acting like a diva and physically attacking fans, causing yet another commotion! Her Majesty the Empress¡¯s Weibo had been completely overwhelmed, turned into a battleground of apocalypse, with insults flying until she was battered and bruised. Originally she had fifty thousand followers, now, only thirty thousand left¡­ And the number continued to fall¡­ Upon arriving at the twenty-third floor, Xia Weibao saw four people. She had seen Xu Jiayang yesterday. Sitting beside him was a man with a head of messy straw-colored hair, dressed in a suit looking quite respectable, but with a natural fierceness like an enraged lion. His slightly unruly style was still forceful and handsome, Leng Yan, the president of Hongtu, and her immediate superior. Sister Tong, a little over forty, had her hair tidily coiled behind her head, her sharp black business attire made her look capable and assertive. Sitting beside her was the general manager of the public relations department of Hongtu Media, Lv Gang. The moment Xia Weibao appeared, all four people in the office had a moment of amazement. After such a major incident, they expected to see a haggard Xia Weibao; unexpectedly, she seemed unaffected. It was as if she wasn¡¯t the protagonist of this tumultuous event. Seeing Xia Weibao¡¯s transcendent and detached demeanor, Leng Yan was taken aback. He suddenly understood why Xu Jiayang was promoting her¡­ This temperament, no other female star in the entertainment industry could compare. If she wasn¡¯t mired in scandals, he truly would have supported her¡­ Chapter 16 - 16 Life is Full of White Lotuses Chapter 16: Chapter 16 Life is Full of White Lotuses Editor: Atlas Studios Xia Weibao only then learned that she had been replaced as the female lead in ¡°Allure.¡± This caught her somewhat by surprise. Although she had guessed that Xu Jiayang would give her a role, she had not expected to be given the lead role. Xia Weibao couldn¡¯t help but be touched, and with this trust from Xu Jiayang, she definitely wouldn¡¯t let him down! However, when she looked at Weibo, she almost cried her eyes out. Oh, her fans! Only twenty thousand left¡­ Looking at the comments, her Weibo had become a flood scene, filled with spit¡­ Everyone present had a headache. It was common for celebs to be bashed, but to be bashed to the extent Xia Weibao was, was unprecedented. Leng Yan was holding back an anger. Now the company had already mortgaged to the bank, there was no choice but to keep going! He looked at Lv Gang, ¡°Manager Lv, what is the plan from the PR department?¡± Lv Gang¡¯s head was pounding. He really wanted to shout, ¡®I quit!¡¯ With Xia Weibao¡¯s current reputation, if she could be cleansed, damn, he¡¯d strip and run through the streets to spread the word! ¡°President Leng, under these circumstances, our PR department¡­ is at a loss.¡± He had never seen any celeb attract hate with such a terrifying propensity. S§×ar?h the n?vel_Fire.¦Çet website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. The entertainment industry is full of disputes, and celebs getting bashed is common, but things usually settle down after a while. With Xia Weibao, however, her scandal from three years ago was still being dug up and her corpse whipped! And it was escalating more and more, which was a first for him to see! He had no idea what offense the girl had committed to be bashed so miserably! Leng Yan kicked the coffee table hard, ¡°Damn it, who leaked the news about the lead actress being replaced!¡± The plan was to call Xia Weibao over today to discuss how to make this matter public. But unexpectedly, someone had spilled the beans, catching them off guard! They hadn¡¯t even had the chance to react! Xia Weibao¡¯s eyes narrowed slightly, ¡°Aside from you, who else knew about the lead being replaced?¡± Xu Jiayang¡¯s expression turned cold, ¡°Lin Mier.¡± The office once again fell into an eerie silence; it went without saying who had leaked it. ¡°Quick, get online, Lin Mier is doing an interview.¡± Sister Tong looked at her phone, and her face changed instantly. Xia Weibao quickly took out her novelty phone, and a video popped up on the internet immediately. In the video, Lin Mier looked haggard, surrounded by a throng of reporters firing questions one after another. ¡°Mier, regarding the rumors on the internet about Xia Weibao stealing your role, is it true?¡± Lin Mier glanced at the reporter who asked the question, her eyes reddened with sorrow, ¡°It¡¯s true.¡± Whoosh¡ª The reporters exploded with excitement as if they were on stimulants! ¡°Miss Lin, it¡¯s said that Xia Weibao climbed into Xu Jiayang¡¯s bed to snatch your role, is this true?¡± Lin Mier¡¯s body swayed slightly, clearly taking a huge blow. She bit her lip, tears welling in her reddened eyes, yet she stubbornly refused to let them fall, appearing bullied and pitiful. ¡°I was unaware of this matter. This morning I suddenly received a notification that ¡®Allure¡¯s¡¯ leading lady was to be replaced. As for how Senior Xia obtained the role, that¡¯s a question for the person involved. What I want to say is, Senior Xia has always been the idol I admire the most, my role model. When I entered the entertainment industry, it was because I wanted to follow in Senior Xia¡¯s footsteps. Later when she was involved in rumors of drug abuse and promiscuity, I didn¡¯t believe them. After all, she was my faith. Even with overwhelming evidence, I couldn¡¯t believe that my faith could do such things. I believe Senior Xia is innocent, and seeing her become someone¡¯s mistress, driven mad to the point of being committed to a psychiatric hospital, it truly broke my heart. I have always been waiting for her to recover and make a comeback, but, but¡­¡± Chapter 17 - 17: Watch How I Play Her to Death! Chapter 17: Chapter 17: Watch How I Play Her to Death! Editor: Atlas Studios At this point, Lin Mier seemed overwhelmed by sorrow and couldn¡¯t continue speaking. She turned away, wiping her tears incessantly. Once she had composed herself, she continued to face the camera. ¡°But I never expected that Senior Xia would actually¡­ Yesterday, when I saw her being ostracized and even Director Xu rejected her for a stunt double role, I felt pity for her and went out of my way to help her secure the role. I sincerely wanted to help Senior Xia, but who knew¡­ who could have known¡­¡± Now that¡¯s a skilled way to put it! On one hand, she¡¯s proclaiming her trust in Xia Weibao; on the other, she¡¯s dragging up all her past scandals! Not only is she playing up her own innocent persona, but she¡¯s also ruthlessly stepping on Xia Weibao! sea??h th§× NovelFire.net* website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Suggesting that Xia Weibao has a history of sketchy behavior and that sleeping with Xu Jiayang is nothing out of the ordinary for her! The reporters latched onto the story immediately. Instantly, they were abuzz with excitement! ¡°Miss Lin, are you suggesting that Xia Weibao was ungrateful? That you helped her get the stunt double role, and she ended up stealing your lead role?¡± ¡°Miss Lin, according to what you¡¯ve said, Xia Weibao only managed to connect with Xu Jiayang because of you, but now she¡¯s used you as a stepping stone, hasn¡¯t she?¡± ¡°Miss Lin¡­¡± Lin Mier lifted her head, her eyes brimming with tears, her expression a mix of defiance and disappointment, as if she was frustrated with herself for not being tougher. ¡°Because of my remarkable looks, ever since my debut, I¡¯ve been called ¡®Xiao Weibao,¡¯ and I used to take pride in that title, because she was my idol! But now, Senior Xia has truly let me down, and I am ashamed of it! This kind of person, who rises through the ranks on her body and doesn¡¯t value proper morals, is not worth my emulation! From now on, I won¡¯t be anyone else¡¯s shadow; I am my own person, the unique Lin Mier!¡± Her resounding declaration won a round of applause. Soon enough, the topic #XiaWeibaoUngrateful went viral, racing to the top of the trending list. Sitting in the nanny van, Lin Mier browsed through a heap of sympathetic comments on her Weibo. Then, looking at Xia Weibao¡¯s account flooded with scathing comments, she felt somewhat relieved. ¡°Dare to take my role? See how you die!¡± Her expression was sinister, filled with the thrill of revenge. Thinking she could turn the tables just by snatching my role? No chance! ¡°Mier, your performance just now was good, preemptive. If the media found out your role was stolen because you were inferior to Xia Weibao, all your years of hard work would be in vain. Now, by biting back first, it¡¯s Xia Weibao who¡¯s in a reactive position.¡± Lin Mier sneered, ¡°What is Xia Weibao, anyway? A has-been queen of film, still dreaming of a comeback? Watch how I play her to her end!¡± ¡°Although we¡¯re currently in the lead, you can¡¯t afford to be negligent. You need to act the part of the wronged party these next few days well, using fan outrage to drive Xia Weibao out of the industry!¡± Lin Mier glanced at him sidelong, ¡°As if I need you to tell me that.¡± Xu Jiayang silently pulled a bottle of essential balm out of the drawer, needing to calm down first. Lv Gang and Sister Tong remained silent; with the situation as it was, there was no way to clear Xia Weibao¡¯s name. The smear against Xia Weibao was too severe, and when added to Xu Jiayang¡¯s own dark past, any explanation would be seen as a desperate cover-up. It would backfire. While everyone else remained silent, Xia Weibao suddenly spoke up. ¡°Since we can¡¯t clear the name, then let¡¯s not clear it. Let them talk.¡± Instantly, several pairs of eyes shot toward her. Leng Yan was irate, tugging at his tie, ¡°Not clear your name? Do you have any idea what kind of impact this is having on our company?¡± Chapter 18 - 18: Pants off and sprint! Chapter 18: Chapter 18: Pants off and sprint! Editor: Atlas Studios Fuck! I¡¯ve poured my life¡¯s work into you, and you¡¯re talking as if it¡¯s nothing! Xia Weibao raised her eyebrows; she felt that her boss had a bad temper, obviously suffering from an overabundance of liver fire. ¡°Do you have a solution?¡± Leng Yan choked down his retort, wishing he could throw you out and let those fans tear you apart! Xia Weibao spread her hands, ¡°If speaking more leads to more mistakes, then why say so much at all.¡± Lv Gang frowned, ¡°But this can¡¯t go on, the impact is too huge. The set is already besieged by an angry mob, and we can¡¯t even start shooting.¡± ¡°Then let¡¯s shoot the outdoor scenes first. There is something that can shut everyone up!¡± ¡°What is it?¡± Everyone turned to Xia Weibao. Her Majesty the Empress smirked confidently, ¡°Talent.¡± The crowd was silent, ¡°¡­¡± ¡°You sure are confident,¡± Leng Yan muttered to himself as he was feeling annoyed. Seeing Xia Weibao so self-assured made him want to mock her with a few words. ¡°Wanna bet?¡± Xia Weibao¡¯s smile was a bit sly, and Xu Jiayang thought oh no, trying to stop Leng Yan in his tracks. However, it was too late. No one could stop an idiot bent on courting death! All saw Leng Yan suddenly stand up, one foot stepping on the sofa, ¡°Let¡¯s bet! I ain¡¯t scared of you. If you can clear your name, I¡¯ll strip and run around the Imperial City!¡± Xia Weibao raised her eyebrows, the bet was too big; what about the impact on public decency. Xu Jiayang covered his face, praying for luck, he couldn¡¯t bear to watch. Lv Gang shut up. Such a toxic oath, he only dared to think about it in his heart, never expecting anyone to be foolish enough to voice it¡­ ¡°It¡¯s a deal then, a clap to seal it!¡± Xia Weibao raised her hand, and through the clapping, she smiled. She was waiting! Although she was currently besieged on all sides, beyond defending herself, Xu Jiayang still wanted to try and clear the name, even if just to reduce the negative impact slightly. So, he composed a Weibo post. Allure Crew v: A smile overturns the city, another smile overturns the country¡ªLi Qingcheng @Xia Weibao v Beneath was a video, the one from yesterday of Xia Weibao¡¯s audition as the stunt double, edited and released. In the video, Xia Weibao, dressed in white, soared gracefully like a startled swan. Four white silk ribbons exploded upwards from behind her, reaching for the heavens, majestic and powerful! Yet she maintained a fairy-like aura. Clearly a martial arts action but shot with the effect of an immortal fantasy. Accompanied by her exquisite and unparalleled face, it was a feast for the eyes! Beautiful! Beyond the word ¡°beautiful,¡± no language could describe that scene. How stunning it was! Xia Weibao had always shot modern dramas, and this was her first time in a period costume, delivering a shocking effect! Every time Xu Jiayang watched it, he felt a soul-stirring beauty, a beauty that shook the heart. Sear?h the N??eFire.¦Çet website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Xia Weibao was born for period costumes. Xu Jiayang originally thought the video would show people that Xia Weibao was more suited for the role of Li Qingcheng than Lin Mier. Even just in costume, she would outshine Lin Mier! However, he underestimated the blind mentality of the fans. After the video was posted, instead of unanimous praise, it received crazier disparagement. The issue of Xia Weibao¡¯s plastic surgery was dredged up again, and even Photoshop was dragged out for criticism. In short, the fans didn¡¯t believe this was Xia Weibao¡¯s real face; they were convinced it was the result of post-production. Xu Jiayang was disappointed. Xia Weibao also felt a headache, the public¡¯s ignorance! However, as everyone was filled with disappointment, they found¡­ The number of views and downloads for the video was skyrocketing. Not only that, but the follower counts for both Allure Crew and Xia Weibao¡¯s Weibo were quietly changing¡­ Chapter 19 - 19 Saying No With Your Lips, But Your Body Tells The Truth Chapter 19: Chapter 19 Saying No With Your Lips, But Your Body Tells The Truth Editor: Atlas Studios Xia Weibao, ¡°¡­¡± Very good. This phenomenon is just like saying you don¡¯t want it, but your body is very honest in its own revealing way. You curse the plastic surgery monsters with your mouth, but your hands honestly replay the peerless beauty over and over. It¡¯s like some readers of novels, who complain every day about slow updates and talk about dropping the story, but every time there¡¯s an update, they can¡¯t help but click on it first. Xia Weibao¡¯s lips curved into a smile. How cute is that? S~ea??h the ¦ÇovelFire.¦Çet website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. If you want to watch, just watch openly, I¡¯m not stopping you. Why all the secrecy? Xu Jiayang turned his head and just happened to see the indulgent smile on her face. He paused for a moment, again confirming his own decision. Xia Weibao will become famous, she definitely will! Even though the fans treat her this way, she still dotes on them. Many artists nowadays have their priorities backward, believing that since they are their fans, the fans should like them and take their dedication for granted. They place themselves high above, as if they were the masters of their fans. However, they forget that fans are fans because they like the artists, which is why they become fans in the first place! Fans are actually easy to satisfy; even an unintentional greeting from an artist can keep them up at night with joy. Xia Weibao and Lin Mier represent two extremes. Lin Mier, in order to achieve her goals, exploits the fans¡¯ adoration and casually consumes their trust. If one day, her true nature is laid bare, what awaits her is an irrecoverable downfall! But Xia Weibao is different; she indulges her fans and forgives all their faults. Even now, with everyone standing against her and hurling insults, in her eyes, they just seem like unreasonable children, forgivable. One day, when she breaks free from her shackles and tears through the bans that bind her, those fans who once turned against her will become her most solid support! Xu Jiayang¡¯s eyes were deep. Just for Xia Weibao¡¯s generosity and composure, he was going to place all his hopes on her! Taking the script from the coffee table, Xu Jiayang solemnly handed it to Xia Weibao. ¡°Study the script carefully; tomorrow, we¡¯ll start with the outdoor scenes first.¡± When handing over the script, he pressed down heavily, as if the gesture carried a thousand pounds of weight. Xia Weibao looked up and locked eyes with Xu Jiayang. She understood his gaze. This script carried all his hopes. ¡°Allure¡± was not only her battle for a comeback but his as well! Surrounded outside, they could only sneak out through the underground parking garage. Xia Weibao¡¯s car was already brought to the garage by the staff. Sister Tong glanced over, ¡°Don¡¯t drive in the future, Baby, you¡¯re now a public figure. Some things need to be kept low-key.¡± Xia Weibao felt a bit embarrassed. The fact that she came out of the psychiatric hospital was well-kept secret by Lu Hualiang. Outsiders only knew she was brought out by someone, but they didn¡¯t know who. So, in everyone¡¯s eyes, she was being kept by someone¡­ ¡°Got it.¡± Xia Weibao awkwardly said. The matter between her and Lu Hualiang, she guessed, would not be believed by anyone even if she told them. One was the Emperor of Huaxia Country, before whom the military, political, and business sectors all bow, and the other was a notorious, washed-up actress. It was unimaginable to link the two together. Plus, she had signed a non-disclosure agreement for a secret marriage. ps: My lovely kiddos, are you cursing me for slow updates and then sneakily clicking to check for updates? Hahaha, love you guys~ Chapter 20 - 20 Indescribable Video Chapter 20: Chapter 20 Indescribable Video Editor: Atlas Studios Lu Hualiang probably also considered her a disgrace. In his eyes, she saw disgust. S§×arch* The n?velFire.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Just didn¡¯t understand, if he hated her, why he still married her. Back at home, Xia Weibao sat on the sofa in her room and took out a notebook to watch a video. This was what she obtained from Sister Tong, the video that destroyed everything for her three years ago. Although it was also available online, because of the Internet cleanup campaign, they were all pixelated and completely unclear. But this one was the original. The beginning of the video showed a woman with disheveled hair and convulsing body sitting on a sofa, her hands spasmodically holding a syringe and injecting her own arm. Then her body seemed to derive great pleasure and slowly relaxed. Lifting her head, she leaned back on the sofa. It was then that Xia Weibao could clearly see her face, and indeed it looked exactly like hers! Following that, several men appeared in the video, lewdly touching the woman¡¯s body and starting to strip her. Far from resisting, the woman even smiled in accord, and what followed was an extensive stretch of indescribables. Xia Weibao blushed, as for someone from ancient times, watching this kind of explicit video was extremely shocking! However, she had to watch. Because it concerned her innocence! To cleanse herself completely, she had to dig up the truth of the past! After watching it from the beginning to the end, Xia Weibao turned as red as a lobster. Yet, she couldn¡¯t find any evidence. In terms of appearance and figure, it indeed was Xia Weibao. Not only that, the background was Xia Weibao¡¯s villa! Completely indefensible! Xia Weibao felt somewhat headache, just who had such great ability to find a woman who looked exactly like her to film this video, and moreover, in her own house! She thought of someone, her former agent He Xin! Originally, as Empire Entertainment¡¯s Top Sister, the company provided her with a private villa, and besides her, only He Xin had the keys to her villa. After the scandal broke out, He Xin was the first to contact her, telling her not to act rashly and to wait for the company¡¯s public relations. However, what she waited for was Empire Entertainment¡¯s forceful contract termination without distinguishing the truth! Afterward, He Xin was assigned to take on a newcomer, who is now Empire Entertainment¡¯s Top Sister, the most sought-after first-line star! The two-time Best Actress, Yan Weiyang! And He Xin, basking in Yan Weiyang¡¯s glory, became Empire Entertainment¡¯s gold-medal agent! Xia Weibao frowned deeply in thought, thus it seemed, this He Xin was the most suspicious. But she shouldn¡¯t jump to conclusions recklessly. She felt troubled, in this unfamiliar world, it was really inconvenient to act, unable to investigate her concerns. It seemed she needed a helper. Back when she was in charge of the Imperial Harem, she had a Shadow Guard Team at her disposal, solely working for her. Finding a Hidden Guard wasn¡¯t easy, and depended on fate. Setting that matter aside for now, Xia Weibao took out the ¡°Allure¡± script, and she took a liking to it at first glance. ¡°Allure¡± tells the story of Ling Kingdom¡¯s Great General, whose meritorious service overshadowed the monarch, provoking the current emperor¡¯s jealousy. Under the instigation of treacherous ministers, he was accused of treason and his entire family executed. But at the plea of loyal officials, in recognition of military merit only the males were executed while the females were demoted to army prostitutes. The story unfolds from there. Li Qingcheng, with her wit and intelligence, smartly escaped halfway, carrying a deep vengeance, she disguised herself and entered the capital three years later to take the exams, scoring top honors and becoming the Prime Minister, meticulously plotting revenge against her foes! In the end, she even assisted the new emperor¡¯s ascent to the throne, becoming the empress, a model for women across the empire! Xia Weibao¡¯s lips curved slightly, playing a man, she had experience in that. Chapter 21 - 21 Mmm... Ah... Faster... Chapter 21: Chapter 21 Mmm¡­ Ah¡­ Faster¡­ Back in the day, when the Dog Emperor wanted to abolish the Imperial Harem for her, she found the Deep Palace too boring, so she stopped him. Keeping three thousand beauties for his leisurely amusement. The emperor, thunderous with rage, moved her quarters next to his and since then, never stepped foot in the Imperial Harem again. Unable to see His Majesty, the group of women in the harem naturally started a rebellion. Therefore, she had no choice but to reluctantly disguise herself as His Majesty to appease their emotions. Heh, it¡¯s rather embarrassing to say but those concubines in the Imperial Harem died without ever realizing that she, dressed as a man, was not really the emperor. Xia Weibao felt a bit down, she actually missed the Beloved Concubines. Staring into space, her nose tingling, a tear quietly slid down. His Majesty, your concubine misses you so much¡­ Xia Weibao suddenly woke up and threw a fit! How could she actually miss the Dog Emperor? She must be having a mental breakdown again, she couldn¡¯t wait for the Dog Emperor to die soon, to let her out of the palace, how could she possibly miss him! She¡¯s gone mad, it seems she really needs to stay a few days in the mental hospital. Xia Weibao stood up and slapped her own face, she needed to take a cold shower to calm down. She was still not quite used to wearing modern clothes, especially the bra, the tight bands were killing her. It even made breathing somewhat difficult. None of this was as comfortable as a bellyband. So Xia Weibao reached behind her, unfastened the clasps, and yanked off the bra. Phew. That was a bit more comfortable. She tossed it casually onto the big bed behind her. Since Lu Hualiang hadn¡¯t come back, she was alone in the room, no need to care about appearances. However, after she threw her bra away, something didn¡¯t feel quite right¡­ It seemed¡­ the air was a bit cold¡­ The sense of oppression was getting stronger¡­ A feeling of danger was spreading¡­ This sensation¡­ Xia Weibao¡¯s heart skipped a beat, and she turned around silently. Only to see a person sitting on the big bed behind her, Lu Hualiang, there without her knowing when. A man! Lu Hualiang! S§×ar?h the N??elFir§×.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. He was currently wearing a bathrobe, and maybe because he had just woken up, his hair was a bit messy, hanging loose and making the light in his eyes flicker. The bathrobe was also loosely worn, revealing swathes of chest muscle. Wild, sexy. This visual feast was not the point! The point was, Her Majesty the Empress¡¯s bra that she had just thrown away was now hanging on Lu Hualiang¡¯s head¡­ Yikes! Almost as a reflex, Her Majesty the Empress leaped back, staring with a horrified face at an increasingly grim Lu Hualiang. Wasn¡¯t he on a business trip, wasn¡¯t he supposed to come back in two days, why was he here!!! Ahhhhhhhhhhhhhh!!! Her Majesty the Empress was freaking out! What could be more embarrassing than this? The answer is, yes! Just as Lu Hualiang¡¯s expression grew stormy as he pulled her bra off his head. His hands tensed with veins popping, as if he wished he could strangle Xia Weibao with that bra. The laptop that Xia Weibao had just placed on the coffee table suddenly emitted a very harmonious sound¡­ ¡°Mmm¡­ ah¡­ go faster¡­ mmm¡­ ah¡­¡± Chapter 22 - 22 This Embarrassment in Bold Capitals... Chapter 22: Chapter 22 This Embarrassment in Bold Capitals¡­ Xia Weibao silently turned her head, and when she saw what was being played on the computer, she wished she could just die from a head-on collision! S§×arch* The Novel?ire(.)ne*t website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Sister Tong must have a grudge against her, she definitely has a grudge! She only wanted the video from back when she was framed, dammit why did you give me so many seeds! And it¡¯s autoplay too¡­ Such difficult positions, she and the Dog Emperor never even tried them¡­ Not only that, but the woman in the video was too liberated, actually flipping over and sitting on top of the man¡­ Xia Weibao abruptly closed her eyes, her heart roaring inside. Oh heavens, oh earth, if a bolt of lightning won¡¯t kill Lu Hualiang, then just strike me dead! This is the epitome of bold and capital embarrassment! ¡°Hmph!¡± A cold snort laced with murderous intent came from behind, causing Xia Weibao to shiver, and she swiftly pounced onto the coffee table, wanting to end this disgraceful scene. However, she was still not very familiar with the high-tech operations, and in her nervousness, she pressed something wrong. Not only did she fail to shut down the computer, she maximized the volume instead. For a moment, the whole room was filled with ambiguous moans. ¡°Mmm¡­ ah¡­ you¡¯re so good¡­ faster¡­ faster mmm¡­ ah¡­¡± Xia Weibao, ¡°¡­¡± Just let me die! The Empress, enraged and embarrassed, clenched her fist and smashed it down on the computer. I¡¯ll make you moan! Zzzzz¡ª The computer made several strange noises, then the screen went black, and everything returned to tranquility. If you ignore the keyboard smashed to pieces, you can pretend nothing happened¡­ Lu Hualiang¡¯s eye twitched fiercely. He had seen his fair share of fierce women, including among his own subordinates. But someone who got caught watching adult films and, out of anger and shame, smashed the computer¡­ this was his first time seeing something like that. His fury was at a boiling point, now neither able to flare up nor simmer down. Because of Lu Hualiang¡¯s indescribable look, Xia Weibao felt ashamed and hastily explained. ¡°It¡¯s autoplay, it has nothing to do with me.¡± Lu Hualiang¡¯s smile was mocking, acting! ¡°I¡¯m not deaf.¡± Although because of the angle he could only see her back and not the computer, those sounds were not something he couldn¡¯t hear. Xia Weibao¡¯s face turned completely red, from pure shame! Jumping into the Yellow River couldn¡¯t wash her clean! ¡°Xia Weibao, I don¡¯t care about your character, but please remember your identity and don¡¯t be so immodest!¡± Humiliated over and over, Xia Weibao was also furious! She had already been put to death once by the Dog Emperor, if she had to live so oppressively even after a second chance at life, she might as well hang herself with a White Silk! In this life, she would no longer be oppressed by anyone! So she lifted her head and puffed out her chest, retorting sharply. ¡°Heh, watching a film means I lack modesty? Which one of you single dogs isn¡¯t hiding under the blankets watching something every night? Hearing the sounds and knowing what I¡¯m watching means that Director Lu is quite experienced, huh.¡± The saying goes, a moment of sass, forever an urn of ashes. When she saw Lu Hualiang¡¯s face darken, he stood up and started walking towards her. The once assertive Xia Weibao instantly cowered. Lu Hualiang approached her, suddenly picked up the underwear she had thrown away, and his smile was very dangerous. ¡°Whether I¡¯m experienced or not, want to try it out?¡± Danger! The Empress¡¯s alarm bells were ringing, and acting on self-preservation instinct, she struck preemptively before Lu Hualiang could make his move! With a swift hand raise, then a loud smack, she landed a resounding slap across his face¡­ Chapter 23 - 23: Having the Heart of a Thief but Not the Courage Chapter 23: Chapter 23: Having the Heart of a Thief but Not the Courage Lu Hualiang was slapped for the first time in his life, and he was dumbfounded. Xia Weibao was also dumbfounded. Staring at her own hand, she realized that slapping the Emperor felt so¡­ exhilarating! She felt empowered and wanted to slap him again! However, looking into Lu Hualiang¡¯s stormy eyes, she shivered all over. If not now, then when? Just as Lu Hualiang¡¯s hand reached out to grab her, Xia Weibao suddenly lifted her long leg and kicked fiercely towards his stomach! If she had already slapped him, she might as well make it satisfying! Lu Hualiang narrowed his eyes, quickly shifted his hand, and caught her leg in mid-air. Even in such a tense moment, he spaced out briefly, her skin was so tender¡­ Xia Weibao was shocked, she took advantage of the momentum to rise, flipped in mid-air, and her other leg flew out, sweeping directly at Lu Hualiang¡¯s head. Lu Hualiang, having let his guard down, was caught by surprise and stepped back two paces. Xia Weibao seized the chance to escape; with a swoosh, she was gone without a trace. With a figurative tiger on her tail, she didn¡¯t even waste time on the stairs, stepping onto the railing, spreading her arms, and leaping down from the third floor as if in a martial arts movie. She landed on the tip of her left foot, while her right knee gently half-kneeled on the ground, both hands lightly touching the floor as if they were as light as feathers. The entire process flowed smoothly, like a Celestial Dance. Her body was light, her posture graceful. The servants cleaning the living room were astonished. Some even involuntarily started clapping, impressed by the lady¡¯s skills. It was as if she was performing a genuine acrobatic act. Xia Weibao suddenly looked up only to see Lu Hualiang standing where she had just leaped from, staring at her in astonishment. Scary! Her Majesty the Empress was all guts and no courage. She turned tail and ran, disappearing in an instant. Lu Hualiang walked down from the upper floor, standing where Xia Weibao landed. He looked up at the third floor. The puzzlement on his face deepened,¡¯ A distance of seven or eight meters, and she just jumped down like that?¡¯ This woman was no ordinary person! He turned and went upstairs, ordering a thorough investigation into Xia Weibao. Xia Weibao crouched in the Imperial Garden talking about life with the mosquitoes. Though Lu Hualiang lived in a high-end Imperial Garden, which was pleasant and beautiful, next to the drainage ditch, there were still many mosquitoes. Why hide by the drainage ditch? Because she was frightened. She hid until ten o¡¯clock at night before sneaking out of the ditch. It was late; everyone should be asleep by now, right? She climbed sneakily through the window like a thief; with no lights on in the hall, Xia Weibao breathed a sigh of relief. Then, she crept towards the kitchen; she was starving. She hadn¡¯t eaten lunch, and not only did she skip dinner, but she had also been feeding mosquitoes and she was on the verge of fainting. She didn¡¯t dare wake the servants, especially since she wasn¡¯t wearing any underwear. Plus, the servants all lived in separate villas, so it was a hassle to go over and wake someone. Although she lived luxuriously in the Imperial Harem, she was accustomed to roaming the Jianghu before she entered the palace, so she wasn¡¯t spoiled and could handle cooking. However, when she saw the high-tech kitchen equipment, she was bewildered. S§×ar?h the Nov§×l?ire.n(e)t website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Have you seen a rice cooker, a microwave oven, an oven, or a refrigerator? These are all advanced, high-tech gadgets, and maybe you haven¡¯t seen them either, right? So it was normal for her to be unfamiliar with them. Confronted with some household appliances, Xia Weibao was overwhelmed. The original owner of this body was a complete kitchen idiot! The type that had never cooked before. Without any memory of this, she had no idea how to use them. Chapter 24 - 24 Gas Explosion Chapter 24: Chapter 24 Gas Explosion After a wave of frustration, Her Majesty the Empress disdainfully flipped her hair. Objects are inanimate, people are living, she couldn¡¯t possibly starve to death! It didn¡¯t matter if she didn¡¯t know how to use them, she would cook using the most primitive method! Lu Hualiang had just finished a video conference and glanced at the time¡ªit was after ten, and Xia Weibao still hadn¡¯t returned. He didn¡¯t think too much about it; such a grown person couldn¡¯t get lost. So he took some clothes and went to take a shower. While showering, there was a click, and everything went dark. Lu Hualiang, ¡°¡­¡± Who turned off the circuit breaker! For some reason, Xia Weibao was the first to come to mind¡­ This woman, she was never normal, always so flighty. He wrapped himself in his bathrobe and went downstairs, only to see a glow of fire coming from the kitchen. He walked in, and the smoke was billowing. He was choking so badly that he could hardly breathe. He took out his phone and turned on the flashlight. When he saw clearly what was happening inside, Lu Hualiang almost couldn¡¯t help but strangle the initiator! ¡°Xia Weibao, what are you doing!¡± ¡°Cough cough cough¡­¡± Xia Weibao was fanning the flames with a few sheets of paper in one hand while coughing. ¡°I¡¯m¡­ cooking noodles.¡± Lu Hualiang¡¯s eye twitched fiercely¡ªcooking noodles? He had never seen anyone use a rice cooker on a gas stove before! Burning wood¡­ She even burned through the electrical wires, how could the power not go out? Lu Hualiang clenched his teeth, ¡°Why didn¡¯t you get electrocuted!¡± Burning the rice cooker was one thing, but why hadn¡¯t she unplugged the wires first! Xia Weibao wiped her face and managed to leave a black streak across it. She had only been in this strange world for two days, still unfamiliar with how to use electricity, how would she know to unplug it? Lu Hualiang felt like he was about to have a heart attack from anger. Suddenly, he sensed something was off. ¡°Where did you get that paper to light the fire?¡± His gaze darkened, and he snatched the few sheets of paper from Xia Weibao¡¯s hand. Illuminated by the phone¡¯s light, Lu Hualiang almost coughed up blood! These were the contracts he had brought back from his business trip, contracts worth over a billion! ¡°Xia Weibao! Who gave you the audacity to burn contracts!¡± Xia Weibao was startled and shrank back, ¡°I found them in the living room¡­¡± She mumbled to herself, if it was something so important, then it should have been put away properly. Why leave it out in such an obvious place? And besides, they were just a few contracts. In the past, she had even burned documents in His Majesty¡¯s Imperial Study Room. Burning Memorials to the Throne was common practice for her, and she had never been scolded for it. Lu Hualiang desperately tried to suppress the urge to strangle her¡ªmarrying her was a mistake! Just as he was about to explode, he caught a whiff of a refreshing fragrance. What¡¯s that smell? His gaze leisurely shifted towards the burning sticks, and weren¡¯t they the high-quality agarwood that had just been airfreighted today? ¡°Xia, Weibao!¡± He articulated each syllable with grinding teeth. All of Director Lu¡¯s patience had been exhausted in this moment! Xia Weibao felt a little uneasy, ¡°In the winters before, you used to bestow agarwood on me for warmth.¡± It was just burning a few pieces of agarwood, she didn¡¯t see anything wrong with it. In the Imperial Harem, she was pampered by His Majesty; she had even used millennia-old ganoderma for warmth. ¡°Sir, what has happened?¡± At that moment, Housekeeper Fu rushed over with the security guards. A flashlight shone inside, and they were instantly shocked by the sight of the battlefield. A fire? Lu Hualiang was about to order Xia Weibao to be locked up. This woman was a psycho, both in her actions and her words¡ªshe had to be confined! However, before he could say anything, a pungent smell reached his nose. S~ea??h the ¦ÇovelFire.¦Çet website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Lu Hualiang¡¯s expression changed, and he turned around swiftly, only to see a gas leak! The scent of the agarwood was so strong that it had masked the smell of gas. A gas leak with an open flame nearby¡­ ¡°Everybody out, now!¡± Everyone turned and headed outside. Lu Hualiang took a couple of steps then noticed Xia Weibao had twisted her ankle at the critical moment. Grinding his teeth in irritation, he quickly approached her and grabbed her hand. ¡°Are you not leaving, are you waiting to die¡­¡± Boom¡ª¡ª Before he could finish, there was a loud explosion from the gas. ¡°Your Majesty!¡± Xia Weibao exclaimed in shock, instinctively hugging Lu Hualiang, flipping her body to use her back to shield against the towering flames¡­ Chapter 25 - 25 Moved Chapter 25: Chapter 25 Moved Xia Weibao¡¯s actions shocked Lu Hualiang. He was completely stunned, but when he recovered, he tried to turn around to shield Xia Weibao. He didn¡¯t need a woman to take the hit! However, it was already too late. The explosion happened in an instant, blasting both of them out of the window. Feeling the person in his arms suddenly go limp, Lu Hualiang¡¯s heart tightened. He hugged her back and twisted his body to offset the remaining force as they were thrown out. He held her as they fell to the ground. The explosion was powerful, and they had been too close to it, so Xia Weibao had already passed out. Covered in blood. Looking at the pale, battered woman in his arms, Lu Hualiang¡¯s expression completely changed. A surge of panic flashed through his heart. He picked her up and rushed toward the garage. ¡°Housekeeper Fu, drive!¡± Housekeeper Fu and the others had just walked out, so none of them were injured. Now, hurrying over, what they saw was Lu Hualiang carrying a blood-soaked person. Blood was everywhere along the path they ran out! Frightened, Housekeeper Fu quickly took out a bottle of medicine to calm his nerves, then ran to drive the car. In the hospital corridor at midnight, Lu Hualiang sat on the bench, staring blankly at the door of the emergency room. sea??h th§× Nov§×l?ire.n(e)t website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Xia Weibao had been in surgery for nearly an hour, and he still couldn¡¯t recover from the shock of what had just happened. Human nature is selfish; he had seen too much hypocrisy throughout his life. No matter how strong the feelings, in the face of life and death, people¡¯s instincts always drive them to protect themselves first. And just now, at that critical moment of life and death, the first person Xia Weibao thought to protect was actually him! It made his soul tremble! The emotional turmoil within him could not settle for a long time. What on earth could make such a delicate woman act so recklessly. Just two days ago, she was playing hard to get, and now she was sacrificing herself to save him, was it a new trick? If it were to win his favor, then this woman was indeed terrifying. The thought of Xia Weibao having a motive behind her actions caused Lu Hualiang to feel a tinge of irritation. Yang Li hurried over, only to see Lu Hualiang covered in blood. His hair was disheveled, and his clothes were somewhat disarranged as he sat there. He seemed somewhat despondent. Yang Li was slightly shocked, was this his boss? Everyone knew that Boss Lu was not only obsessive about cleanliness but also had obsessive-compulsive disorder¡ªhis clothes couldn¡¯t have a speck of dust or a single wrinkle. His hair had to be impeccable. Once, a lady of high society thought to seduce him with her charms, but just after touching the corner of Lu Hualiang¡¯s clothing, her entire family was ruthlessly uprooted by the brutal Boss Lu overnight! Since then, Lu Hualiang¡¯s extreme obsession with cleanliness had become terrifying to others. No one dared to enter his minefield again. Even if women wanted to seduce him with their beauty, they could only cast flirtatious glances, but none dared to cross the line. But now, he sat there wearing a bloodstained shirt without changing? The heavens had changed! ¡°Master, are you alright?¡± Yang Li quickly approached, first and foremost concerned about his well-being. Hearing the full story from Housekeeper Fu had nearly scared him to death. How could there be such a severe gas explosion out of the blue? Lu Hualiang was already irritated, and hearing Yang Li¡¯s continuous babble, his deep eyes looked chilling enough to make one¡¯s scalp tingle. Yang Li immediately fell silent. Then, looking toward the door of the operating room, Special Assistant Yang stated worriedly, ¡°I hope the young mistress is okay, how could the explosion have been so severe.¡± Lu Hualiang¡¯s expression grew dark, wondering how this had happened. Wasn¡¯t it because of that madwoman, who didn¡¯t know how to cook or to call for a servant? Chapter 26 - 26 Disfigurement Chapter 26: Chapter 26 Disfigurement Editor: Atlas Studios Is the position of the young mistress of the Lu family just for show? Does she really need to cook herself? Moreover, there was food left for her in the refrigerator, no need to boil noodles! The more he thought about it, the more irritable he became, not even sure what he was fuming over. Seeing his master raging like an angry lion, Assistant Director Yang felt a kindred distress. ¡°Yang Li, if a woman risks her life to shield you from danger, what does that mean?¡± Yang Li was taken aback, realizing the master was concerned about the young mistress. The sycophant quickly came online, ¡°Of course it¡¯s because she likes you. The young mistress must have risked her life to save you because she likes you, mainly because you are handsome, dashing, majestic, wise and mighty, and have power and influence¡­ Lu Hualiang cast a cold glance, silencing Yang Li¡¯s endless prattle. ¡°Is it not because she¡¯s playing hard to get?¡± Yang Li¡¯s mouth hung open, seeing through to the essence! It seemed his master had indeed developed feelings but mistook Xia Weibao¡¯s life-saving act as a ploy to curry favor, not genuine concern. So that¡¯s why he was sulking here? True to his master¡¯s form, always so fastidious! If you like her, just boldly admit it. Why concoct all sorts of conspiracy theories? But it wasn¡¯t all his fault, considering his position, where there were indeed too many women with ulterior motives. Especially considering Xia Weibao¡¯s past scandals, the kind that were so heavy they wouldn¡¯t wash away even if thrown into the Yellow River ¨C the kind that could lead straight to capital punishment. Yang Li¡¯s gaze grew distant as he saw beyond the thick walls to the future subject of his flattery. This Xia Weibao was not simple at all; in just two days, she had melted his master¡¯s perennial iceberg. Thereupon, Assistant Director Yang decided to be the first to support the young mistress. In the future, he would be hailed as a founding supporter! His prospects were boundless! ¡°I don¡¯t know if the young mistress did it intentionally, but I do know that if one loses their life, there¡¯s no point in talking about schemes or conspiracies.¡± Lu Hualiang¡¯s pupils contracted. His calm facade successfully hid his inner turmoil. S§×arch* The N?vel(F)ire.¦Çet website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Just then, the door to the operating room opened, and the doctor walked out. Lu Hualiang stood up, ¡°Doctor, how is my wife?¡± Yang Li subtly glanced at his master. Now he starts calling her his wife. This kid is catching on fast! The doctor removed his mask and shook his head, ¡°She has 80% burns on her back, and severe burns on her neck and side of her face. It¡¯s very serious; she needs a skin graft.¡± Lu Hualiang¡¯s body trembled slightly, and his lips formed a straight line. He appeared calm, as if the doctor¡¯s words had no effect on him. Only his slowly clenching fist betrayed his true feelings. Yang Li, in despair, said, ¡°Doctor, will our young mistress be disfigured?¡± The doctor looked at Lu Hualiang with difficulty and shook his head helplessly, ¡°Now that the plastic surgery industry is so advanced, the scars should be able to fade a bit. Complete recovery, however¡­¡± There was no need for the doctor to finish; everyone present understood. Lu Hualiang¡¯s facial features tensed coldly, looking even colder than usual, ¡°When is the surgery?¡± ¡°We¡¯re still doing skin tests. Probably in two days.¡± After instructing Yang Li to ensure confidentiality, Lu Hualiang walked into the ward. At this time, Xia Weibao hadn¡¯t awakened yet. She lay prone on the bed, her back exposed and flesh torn. Her skin, once fair and delicate, now looked ghastly. Her hair had been burned off partially, looking like dry grass sticking to her wounded face. Lu Hualiang¡¯s eyes flickered as he gently lifted her hair at her temples. To avoid infecting the wound. Disfigured¡­ For a woman, such as thing is unspeakably cruel. Especially when she¡¯s a public figure. Chapter 27 - 27 Someone is plotting against me! Chapter 27: Chapter 27 Someone is plotting against me! Editor: Atlas Studios Images of a certain figure flashed through his mind, and his heart began to sting with pain. He suddenly felt an immense guilt, for she had risked her life to save him, not caring about her own. And yet, he had still been suspecting her of having ulterior motives. ¡°I¡¯m sorry.¡± For the first time in his life, Boss Lu apologized. The entrance of Assistant Director Yang, just at that moment, left him so frightened that his legs gave way, and he tumbled to the ground. Then, scrambling and rolling toward the door, he managed to close it behind him. Oh my God, he had seen a side of his master that no one knew about, would he be silenced? He opened his palm and looked at his lifeline, estimating that he could live to a hundred, and with that, he was reassured. Inside the hospital room, Lu Hualiang coldly withdrew his gaze. His eyes were complex as he looked at Xia Weibao, bruised and battered. The next day, Xia Weibao woke up from the pain. Why, you ask? Because our Boss Lu was infuriated. Half-asleep and thirsty, the Empress thought she was still in the palace. So she parted her parched lips and hoarsely said, ¡°Water¡­¡± Lu Hualiang, who hadn¡¯t slept all night, heard her request for water and immediately brought a cup. He carefully brought it to her lips, helping her drink. The Empress, in her groggy state, opened her eyes a crack and suddenly said something. ¡°Wang Cai, how did your hand get so big?¡± Wang Cai was her former personal maid, responsible for her daily needs. But when Lu Hualiang heard this name, his face darkened instantly. Wang Cai, that¡¯s the name of a dog! Angered, his hand shook¡­ ¡­and all the water spilled onto Xia Weibao¡¯s face. ¡°Damn it!¡± This was so damn refreshing! Xia Weibao, who believed herself to be civilized and not prone to cursing, couldn¡¯t help but yelp in pain. The movement pulled at her wounds, causing pain so intense she started questioning her life! Which damned scoundrel dared to harm this palace! ¡°Don¡¯t move!¡± Lu Hualiang quickly avoided her wounds and pressed her down on the bed. Then he pressed the button to call a doctor. Xia Weibao¡¯s eyes brimmed with tears from the pain. When she clearly saw Lu Hualiang in front of her, she suddenly remembered that she was no longer the Empress of the Great Xia Kingdom. Instead, she was Xia Weibao of the 21st century. A sudden feeling of loss came over her. The doctor arrived in haste and administered anesthesia before treating her wounds. Her already unhealed injuries had now become even more serious. After the treatment, Xia Weibao lay weakly on the bed, feeling incredibly unlucky. After the doctor repeatedly warned that the wounds must not reopen, he left, shaking his head. It was already ruined, and now the wound had reopened. Sigh. She estimated that even the most advanced cosmetic surgery couldn¡¯t save it now. S§×ar?h the N?vel(F)ire.n§×t website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. ¡°Are you hungry? I¡¯ll have someone get you some liquid food.¡± She couldn¡¯t chew with the injury on her face, that much was certain. Xia Weibao found that Lu Hualiang was quite experienced in taking care of the sick. He knew what she could and couldn¡¯t eat, and he fed her with practiced ease. She had no idea how the young master of the Lu Family knew all this. ¡°You should rest a bit.¡± Lu Hualiang stood up, intending to throw away the trash outside, when Xia Weibao called out to him. ¡°Can I borrow your phone?¡± Lu Hualiang hesitated, but still handed it over to her. Upon his return, he heard her on the phone. ¡°Yes, I¡¯ve had a bit of an accident and might need to rest for a while, Director Xu, I¡¯m really sorry.¡± ¡°No need, no need, Director Xu, you don¡¯t have to come see me, I¡¯ll recover soon.¡± ¡°Right, right, go ahead and shoot the other actors¡¯ scenes, and we¡¯ll make up mine later.¡± ¡°I¡¯m sorry, Director Xu, to have had an accident just as we started filming¡­¡± Hearing her words, Lu Hualiang¡¯s lips pressed tightly together, and his expression darkened. He didn¡¯t know how to tell her that she could never recover again¡­ Chapter 28 - 28: Switching Careers, Becoming Madam Lu Chapter 28: Chapter 28: Switching Careers, Becoming Madam Lu Editor: Atlas Studios For an artist, disfigurement can mean the ruin of an entire career. Hadn¡¯t the once Hollywood-famous actress Zhong Shixia disappeared from the entertainment industry after someone splashed acid on her face and disfigured her? After Xia Weibao hung up the phone, Lu Hualiang walked over and sat down by the bed. S§×ar?h the n?vel_Fire.¦Çet website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. He watched her intently. ¡°Why did you do that?¡± If it wasn¡¯t to gain his favor, then why take the danger for him? ¡°Do what?¡± Xia Weibao was somewhat confused, couldn¡¯t he speak less abstractly? Being from the ancient times, she had some difficulties understanding modern language. ¡°Last night, why didn¡¯t you run away by yourself?¡± Xia Weibao was startled for a moment, then quietly turned her head away. Bringing up that incident was really too much to bear. How was she to know that a gas explosion would be so powerful! There were no such things in the Great Xia Kingdom. In ancient times, the biggest explosions came from firecrackers. Who would have thought that things from the twenty-first century could be so outrageous? If she had known, she definitely would have¡­ At that thought, Xia Weibao felt dejected. She had instinctively protected Lu Hualiang last night, acting purely on reflex. Even if she had known about the explosive power of a gas explosion, she probably still would have saved him instinctively. And so, it showed just how deep-rooted those feudal ideas were; she had already died once, but she couldn¡¯t forget the supremacy of the emperor. As for whether the real reason was loyalty to the emperor, that remained unknown. After all, self-deception is a thing some people cherish. Seeing Xia Weibao¡¯s embarrassment, Lu Hualiang assumed she was just shy. His mood improved inexplicably. Even the scars on Xia Weibao¡¯s face seemed especially pleasing to his eyes. Ugh. Who knows what kind of taste Director Lu has, to mistake Xia Weibao¡¯s speechlessness for shyness. Indeed, the blindness of straight men can be terrifying! ¡°Do you really like being an artist?¡± ¡°I do, it¡¯s my career after all.¡± Xia Weibao replied as if it was the most natural thing in the world; it was the original owner¡¯s career, and now hers as well. Moreover, as a person from ancient times, she was completely clueless about modern society¡¯s skills and only knew ancient talents. ¡°With such a wealth of talents, it would be such a waste not to enter showbiz and blind everyone with my brilliance!¡± Plus, she really liked acting, being able to experience different lives. Moreso, you have to pick yourself up right where you fell down! The entertainment industry was the dream of this body¡¯s original owner, and since she had taken over her body, it was only natural to fulfill that dream for her. Lu Hualiang didn¡¯t understand her determination. Just like he didn¡¯t understand why that woman was so hell-bent on pursuing a career in the entertainment industry. She was as stubborn as an ox. ¡°Careers can be changed.¡± ¡°Change to what?¡± ¡°For instance,¡± Lu Hualiang paused, ¡°becoming Madam Lu.¡± Crack¡ª At these words, Xia Weibao staggered in shock and squeezed her phone so hard it shattered¡­ Lu Hualiang, ¡°¡­¡± Xia Weibao, ¡°¡­¡± Please don¡¯t say such terrifying things, they nearly scared her soul out of her body! Lu Hualiang looked down, his gaze fell upon the now shattered phone screen, and the corner of his eye twitched intensely. Crushing a phone screen with bare hands, what on earth do you feed on? Destroying a computer yesterday and a phone today, impressive. Xia Weibao¡¯s face turned slightly red; well, someone who practices martial arts naturally has a bit more strength¡­ right? She possessed Inner Strength; forget about a phone, even a human head would burst if she wanted it to¡ªbelieve it or not. Her Majesty the Empress silently chanted in her heart, I¡¯m not a tomboy, I¡¯m not a tomboy, I¡¯m a cute girl. After repeating the hypnotic phrase to herself, she finally managed to deceive herself into believing she was indeed a cute girl. However, when she looked up, she met Lu Hualiang¡¯s eyes, which bore the stunned expression of someone looking at The Hulk¡­ Chapter 29 - 29 Her Majesty the Empress Gets Acupuncture Chapter 29: Chapter 29 Her Majesty the Empress Gets Acupuncture Editor: Atlas Studios Xia Weibao, ¡°¡­¡± In this era dominated by cute girls, the emergence of a super tomboy was bound to be unconventional. When Yang Li delivered the new phone, the look he gave Xia Weibao was indescribable. Glancing again at the phone screen shattered into tiny fragments, he suddenly shed a tear of sympathy for his master¡¯s future days. Domestic violence is challenging to endure, just have to wish for good luck. Only¡­ He glanced at Lu Hualiang with a hint of hesitation. A phone involves too much privacy and secrets to let anyone touch it, unless it¡¯s the most trusted person. He hadn¡¯t expected his master and the young mistress¡¯ relationship to progress so swiftly! At this rate, he believed it wouldn¡¯t be long before the little master would be arriving. With another person to please in the future, it seemed he needed to prepare in advance and get some baby toys ready. ¡°Young Mistress, this is your phone.¡± Xia Weibao chuckled lightly, ¡°Thank you.¡± Yang Su was about to say there¡¯s no need for thanks, that the master had instructed him especially to bring it to amuse her. However, before he could speak, Xia Weibao let out a shocking scream! ¡°Ahh~~~~~~~~¡± A terrifying scream that made one¡¯s skin crawl, startling Lu Hualiang into rushing over, ¡°What¡¯s wrong?¡± ¡°My face!¡± sea??h th§× nov§×lF~ire.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Lu Hualiang¡¯s phone before had a matte screen, which couldn¡¯t be used as a mirror. Now upon seeing it, she almost frightened Her Majesty the Empress into traveling back in time. Lu Hualiang quickly subdued the agitated Xia Weibao, who had jumped up. He feared that she couldn¡¯t accept her disfigurement, so he had hidden anything that could be used as a mirror in the sickroom. But he had overlooked her phone. Such a beautiful face now ruined into that of a demoness was something no one could accept. It was imaginable how desperately Xia Weibao felt at that moment. Her expression was beyond what words like earth-shattering could describe! The accident had caused all the wounds on her body to rip open. Having been under anesthesia before, she had not felt the pain, but now that the effects had worn off, the pain turned her complexion ghostly pale as cold sweat dripped continuously. The intense pain changed the look in her eyes. She wasn¡¯t afraid of pain, as in her previous life she had roamed the Jianghu, through storms of blood and wind, and had endured all kinds of injuries. But this pampered body couldn¡¯t take it. Even with Xia Weibao¡¯s remarkable endurance, she was now in so much pain that she was nearly delirious. Lu Hualiang shouted in panic, ¡°Doctor, call the doctor!¡± Xia Weibao clenched her pale lips tightly, enduring the severe pain. This body really had a developed sense of pain! By the time the doctor arrived, she had endured to the point of being out of temper. Lying weakly on the bed with her wounds split open, the blood had stained the pristine white hospital bed red. The sight was shocking to behold. The attending doctor couldn¡¯t bear to look at the scene. Oh my, why do you torment yourself so? Having already suffered disfigurement, and now, the wounds on your back, even if grafted, would resemble a potholed mountain road. As for that face¡­ Alas. ¡°Prepare the blood bags, immediately begin a transfusion!¡± She had lost so much blood; they feared she would die from excessive blood loss! The doctor gave orders while picking up the anesthesia needle. Then glanced at the two gentlemen present. Yang Su tactfully left. Lu Hualiang thought about it and then turned to leave as well. Leaving behind the female doctor and nurse. Xia Weibao lay on the bed, gasping for air. When she saw the doctor pick up the anesthesia needle, she felt curious. Long ago, a thousand years before, the art of using needles for anesthesia had almost been lost, with very few people known to master it. Even the physicians at the Imperial Medical Bureau only grasped the essence after she had taught them. She hadn¡¯t expected that after a thousand years, the technique had still not vanished. Chapter 30 - 30: The Divine Doctor Empress! Chapter 30: Chapter 30: The Divine Doctor Empress! Editor: Atlas Studios Quite good, quite good. It¡¯s just this needle¡­ I started traveling to administer medicine when I was five years old, saving countless lives, and I¡¯ve never seen such a special silver needle! And it even sprays water. It truly lives up to high-tech stuff, so luxurious. But how can you perform acupuncture with that thick tube at the back? As I was pondering, I saw the doctor pull down her pants and stab that ¡°silver needle¡± into her butt! Xia Weibao was shocked, ¡°What are you doing!¡± Acupuncture anesthesia isn¡¯t supposed to be injected there, hey! The acupoint is wrong, hey! ¡°Ah¡ª¡ª¡± With a needle piercing her little buttocks, Her Majesty the Empress screamed at the top of her lungs, her shrill cries almost lifting the roof off! ¡°Ah~~~~~~~~¡± A series of bizarre yells, absolutely harrowing. Sear?h the N?vel(F)ire.¦Çet website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. The screaming inside the room was so horrifying that Yang Su got goosebumps all over his body. This wasn¡¯t applying medicine, this was clearly killing¡­ ahem, murdering! The commotion grew louder and louder until Lu Hualiang, who was staring intently at the door, simply couldn¡¯t hold back any longer. He pushed the door open and went in. He saw Xia Weibao standing on the hospital bed, her hands covering her butt, still bleeding from her wounds. The doctor and nurses were gathered around the bed, seemingly trying to catch her. ¡°What are you doing!¡± With a dark expression, Lu Hualiang strode in. Seeing her savior arrive, Xia Weibao immediately jumped down, weakly throwing herself into Lu Hualiang¡¯s arms. Her hands still covered the backside. She was already weak, and now she was nearly fainting. ¡°What happened!¡± Lu Hualiang swept his intimidating gaze across, causing all the nurses to tremble and lower their heads. The doctor approached timidly, holding a syringe without a needle in his hand. Lu Hualiang, ¡°¡­¡± Where did the needle go? His gaze shifted to where Xia Weibao was covering with her hands. Her pants, half undone, were hanging off as if they were about to fall. Such a beautiful curve. It made his throat somewhat dry. But that wasn¡¯t the point. The point was, there was a needle stuck in there! Xia Weibao was in so much pain that she began to doubt her life, tears streaming out. She was too severely injured, to the extent that she hardly had any strength to talk. ¡°Someone wants to¡­ assassinate me.¡± Seeing her looking half dead, Lu Hualiang felt as if a devil had taken residence in his heart, the oppressive power chilling the air in the room into frost! ¡°What have you done to her.¡± The thought of so many people surrounding and attacking Xia Weibao made his heart clench as if it were being tightly twisted. The doctor, distressed, said, ¡°Everyone, look up.¡± Then, those nurses slowly raised their heads, revealing a set of pig-like faces, swollen and bruised¡­ Lu Hualiang, ¡°¡­¡± His pupils slightly constricted as he looked at Xia Weibao, weak to the point of lifelessness in his arms, ¡°Did you do this?¡± ¡°They wanted to assassinate me.¡± Xia Weibao spoke feebly. All she wanted was to be a civilized person in a civilized society. Why couldn¡¯t they let her wish come true? Why did they force her to fight! The nurses felt a deep bitterness inside. They had never seen such a fierce woman! Despite being nearly cripple from the explosion, she still managed to beat several of them black and blue with her injuries! ¡°Why are you not applying the medicine.¡± Anger simmered beneath Lu Hualiang¡¯s eyes, tinged with blood vessels. Seeing Xia Weibao in this state, he felt like murdering! Xia Weibao weakly lifted her head, blaming the physician for harming her. For the sake of her own image she decided it would be better to rely on herself. ¡°Find me a doctor.¡± Lu Hualiang knitted his brows, a doctor? ¡°I mean a traditional Chinese medicine doctor, find me a TCM doctor.¡± ¡°Why are you still standing there, go!¡± Lu Hualiang¡¯s sharp eyes zeroed in on the doctor. Although he didn¡¯t understand why she wanted a TCM doctor, he would fulfill her request. The doctor was somewhat troubled, ¡°Director Lu, this is a Western hospital; we don¡¯t have TCM here.¡± ¡°Then find someone who can concoct the herbs.¡± Chapter 31 - 31: Is Traditional Chinese Medicine Outdated? Chapter 31: Chapter 31: Is Traditional Chinese Medicine Outdated? Editor: Atlas Studios The doctors had no choice but to call the dean over. In the entire imperial city, who didn¡¯t know that Director Xiang Minhai of The First Hospital loathed traditional Chinese medicine. Therefore, indeed, there was no one here who practiced Chinese medicine. As Lu Hualiang stepped out to make a phone call, Director Xiang Minhai arrived, his expression grim. ¡°Who¡¯s asking for Chinese medicine?¡± ¡°Me.¡± Xia Weibao gestured weakly, pale and in pain. Xiang Minhai¡¯s face showed disdain. Deep down, he looked down on Xia Weibao. It would be fair to say that no one in Huaxia Country respected Xia Weibao now. ¡°Madam, if you want to find a Chinese medicine practitioner, go somewhere else. Coming to our Western hospital to ask for this, isn¡¯t that a bit unreasonable?¡± If it weren¡¯t for the sake of Lu Hualiang, he would have outright accused Xia Weibao of causing trouble! He couldn¡¯t understand how a man of Lu Hualiang¡¯s status could marry a woman with such a tarnished reputation. Xia Weibao, utterly without the strength to argue, just said, ¡°Find me a Chinese doctor.¡± ¡°Madam, your back has suffered severe burns and requires a skin graft. Do you really expect a Chinese medicine practitioner to perform a skin transplant?¡± ¡°Director, as a Chinese person, how can you only advocate Western medicine? Have you forgotten what our ancestors left for us?¡± Xiang Minhai¡¯s nostrils flared, evidently infuriated by Xia Weibao, ¡°Chinese medicine is outdated, and those deceivers still have followers. They¡¯ll end up killing you sooner or later!¡± Xiang Minhai was an authority in the Huaxia medical community; many people tried to curry favor with him and never had he been insulted like this, which made his temper flare up. But remembering Xia Weibao¡¯s status and the saying, ¡®respect the monk you meet for the sake of the Buddha,¡¯ he still tried to persuade earnestly. ¡°Madam, the most Chinese medicine can do for you is apply some ointment; your back skin is necrotic. Applying medicine is useless. A skin transplant must be done, the surgery is all ready, and we can proceed at any time¡­¡± ¡°Find me a Chinese doctor.¡± Xia Weibao really didn¡¯t want to argue any further; you can never change other people¡¯s opinions. The color drained from Xiang Minhai¡¯s face, ¡°Fine! Since Madam is so obstinate, I won¡¯t say more. But let me be frank, you chose Chinese medicine yourself. If any mishap occurs, our hospital is not to be blamed!¡± Having said that, Xiang Minhai stormed out with a flick of his sleeve. Glancing at the nurse setting up the blood transfusion, Xiang Minhai sneered. ¡°Since Madam has such faith in Chinese medicine, then there¡¯s no need for a blood transfusion, right? After all, Chinese medicine doesn¡¯t involve blood transfusions.¡± Xia Weibao, ¡°¡­¡± This dean certainly had a foul temper. As Xiang Minhai reached the doorway, he saw Lu Hualiang walking in. Feeling indignant, he glared at Xia Weibao with irritation, then turned to Lu Hualiang. With a hint of sarcasm, ¡°Director Lu, your esteemed wife insists on using Chinese medicine, refusing the skin graft surgery, saying that our First Hospital is garbage. S§×arch* The n?velFire.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Our hospital is a small temple, unable to accommodate such a grand deity as your esteemed lady; let¡¯s cancel the surgery then. I¡¯ll go find a Chinese doctor.¡± After speaking, he left in a huff. Xia Weibao, ¡°¡­¡± When had she ever said Western medicine was garbage? Not only was the old man irritable, but he also liked to make unfounded accusations. Lu Hualiang¡¯s expression darkened, ¡°Don¡¯t be ridiculous!¡± He had just stepped out to call an international authority and had found out that Xia Weibao¡¯s injury was too severe; she must have skin graft surgery, and immediately! The longer the delay, the more dangerous it became! Lu Hualiang turned to Yang Su, ¡°Notify the director immediately; proceed with the surgery now.¡± Xia Weibao was also somewhat angry, ¡°Director Lu, we only married by agreement; please don¡¯t interfere with my decision, alright.¡± Chapter 32 - 32: Director Lu, Youre Overthinking It Chapter 32: Chapter 32: Director Lu, You¡¯re Overthinking It Editor: Atlas Studios ¡°Xia Weibao, what do you mean by that?¡± Hualiang¡¯s presence turned frosty, his aura commanding respect without anger. Xia Weibao rolled her eyes. It¡¯s like these people couldn¡¯t wait to see her suffer. ¡°Can someone fetch a traditional medicine doctor for me, or at least give me a pen to write a prescription?¡± Couldn¡¯t they see she was almost dying? Hualiang¡¯s expression became grim. ¡°I¡¯m asking you what you meant by what you just said!¡± ¡°What are you yelling for!¡± Xia Weibao was also enraged; her temper wasn¡¯t the best to begin with, spoiled by the Dog Emperor. ¡°It was you who asked me to sign the divorce agreement. What, Director Lu is having second thoughts now? Fallen in love with me?¡± Hualiang was caught off guard, then became furiously embarrassed, ¡°Who do you think you are? A seductress from the entertainment circle, not even worthy of carrying my shoes. You think I could like you? Both in the entertainment industry, Shanshan can remain clean and pure; why can¡¯t you be more reserved!¡± Xia Weibao was about to ask who Shanshan was. Hualiang had already snorted coldly and left, ¡°I don¡¯t care about your life or death!¡± It wasn¡¯t until Hualiang had left that Yang Li stood there dumbfounded, wondering how a calm conversation had turned into a fight. Then he hurriedly followed out. sea??h th§× N?vel(F)ire.n§×t website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. ¡°Master, what about the young mistress¡¯s injuries¡­¡± ¡°Aren¡¯t you preparing for the surgery?¡± Hualiang said with a face full of anger. ¡°But didn¡¯t you just say that you don¡¯t care about the young mistress¡­¡± As he spoke, Yang Su¡¯s voice trailed off. Great, it turns out to be a case of saying one thing and meaning another. Truly worthy of the Master, such a drama queen. Indeed! If he knew this would happen, he shouldn¡¯t have forced her to sign any divorce agreement. Now he¡¯s the one who has shot himself in the foot. Let¡¯s see how you wrap this up! Hualiang, filled with pent-up fury, vented it all on Yang Li. ¡°Did I tell you we¡¯re not doing the surgery?¡± No, but you told the young mistress¡­¡± ¡°Didn¡¯t I tell you not to make wild guesses? Now go! If her face is ruined, you can await your transfer to Africa!¡± Yang Li, frightened to the core, said, ¡°Right away!¡± The resentment inside him was unbearable. The doctors had said that Xia Weibao¡¯s face was already ruined and that even with surgery now, it couldn¡¯t be improved. Master, how can you be so cruel to your adorable little Li. ¡°Wait.¡± Hualiang¡¯s face showed anger, ¡°Tell the doctors to be ready for surgery at any moment.¡± The implication was to delay it further. He wanted to see just how tough that woman could be! She wouldn¡¯t realize the severity of the situation until she hit a wall. Thinking of Xia Weibao coming back to him, helpless and pleading, Hualiang felt a bit better. Now was the perfect time to contact an international authority to ensure her recovery was as complete as possible. In her darkest hour of pain and despair, if he offered a helping hand, she would surely be moved. Imagining that scene made Hualiang¡¯s previously moody spirits brighten considerably. When Xiang Minhai heard about the preparations for surgery, he was disdainful. ¡°Tsk, wasn¡¯t she so defiant? Wanted to be treated with traditional medicine, and now she still needs surgery.¡± The deputy director, eager to please, said, ¡°Xia Weibao doesn¡¯t know her place. Just a wild chicken who flew onto a branch and thinks she¡¯s a Phoenix, daring to question your medical skills. Destroying her looks serves her right.¡± The sycophantic words were sweet music to Xiang Minhai¡¯s ears. He leaned back in his seat, comfortably reclining on the lounger. ¡°She¡¯s just a plaything available to all, no idea how she used her wiles to cling onto the powerful Lu family. Once her face is ruined, I¡¯d like to see how Hualiang will dump her!¡± C Chapter 33 - 33 Master, Please Accept Me as Your Disciple Chapter 33: Chapter 33 Master, Please Accept Me as Your Disciple Editor: Atlas Studios ¡°Of course, what else could Xia Weibao have besides that face.¡± ¡°Director, do we still need to prepare for the surgery?¡± ¡°Prepare what, didn¡¯t she say she wanted to be treated with Chinese medicine? Let her go for it, no need to prepare.¡± Sear?h the N??eFire.¦Çet website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Xiang Minhai viewed with contempt, a woman with no sense of shame! Performing surgery on such a filthy woman, he truly feared it would dirty his hands! ¡°But about Director Lu¡­¡± Xiang Minhai furrowed his brows, Lu Hualiang was a difficult matter. He dared to offend Xia Weibao, but he absolutely didn¡¯t dare to offend Lu Hualiang! Not just him, even a country¡¯s President wouldn¡¯t dare to offend the Lu Family! ¡°You can¡¯t offend Director Lu, just drag it out. Xia Weibao wants to find a Chinese medicine practitioner, right? Send her one, let her dig her own grave!¡± A hint of disdain flashed in Xiang Minhai¡¯s eyes. Having been a doctor for so many years, he had seen all kinds of injuries, and Xia Weibao¡¯s wounds couldn¡¯t heal without a skin graft! Wrongly trusting in Chinese medicine, just wait and see her tragic end! ¡°We don¡¯t have a Chinese medicine practitioner in our hospital¡­¡± ¡°Let the young master go. Isn¡¯t he obsessed with Chinese medicine? Let him witness firsthand the consequences of misguided trust in Chinese medicine, it might as well make him give up.¡± Xiang Minhai felt a little frustrated at his own unreliability. His son was good in every way, just too infatuated with Chinese medicine. Always babbling about integrating Chinese and Western medicine. It was perfect to use Xia Weibao as a test subject, let him see for himself the results of Chinese medicine treatment! Make him give up hope. In the hospital room, Xia Weibao looked at the man in front of her, estimating his height to be around one meter eighty, with red lips and white teeth, clear brows and handsome eyes, somewhat resembling an ancient, delicate scholar. Seeing Xia Weibao size him up, Xiang Chu grinned, revealing two cute little tiger teeth. ¡°Can you recognize Chinese herbs?¡± Xia Weibao asked. ¡°I can.¡± Xiang Chu nodded, his bright eyes brimming with eagerness to try. His father finally allowed him a chance to prove himself. He would certainly perform well, using his knowledge of Chinese medicine to cure this patient! ¡°Can you make plaster medicine?¡± ¡°Ah?¡± Xiang Chu scratched his head, ¡°I can decoct medicine¡­¡± Xia Weibao, ¡°¡­¡± Powerlessly rubbing her forehead, ¡°Go get some paper and pen, I¡¯ll write a prescription, and you help me gather the herbs.¡± ¡°Ah?¡± ¡°What ¡®ah¡¯? Hurry up and go!¡± ¡°Oh, oh.¡± Xiang Chu quickly went to get paper and pen. Except he felt somewhat gloomy inside, wasn¡¯t he supposed to come and treat the patient? How come he had become an assistant? ¡°I say, you write.¡± Xia Weibao, holding a mirror, repeatedly examined her own wound. ¡°Pot marigold 5g, toad venom half a piece, menthol 15g, Astragalus 45g, Pseudostellaria Root 30g, pork fat¡­¡± The more Xiang Chu listened, the brighter his eyes became. This prescription¡­ Brilliant, what a master, I¡¯m in awe! Pot marigold, toad venom, menthol, these Chinese medicines have anesthetic effects, while Astragalus, Pseudostellaria Root and the like can promote blood circulation and remove scars, pork fat being used to make it into a salve. Not only to relieve pain but also to diminish scars and improve blood circulation, brilliant! Xiang Chu¡¯s eyes grew brighter and brighter. By the time the prescription was completed, he was almost ready to kneel before Xia Weibao. However, gathering the medicine was urgent. Finally having applied the cooling medicinal salve, Xia Weibao lay contentedly on the hospital bed. My life is saved at last, much more comfortable. Indeed, Chinese medicine is reliable. Standing by, Xiang Chu looked at Xia Weibao with eyes like a beggar who hadn¡¯t eaten for ten years seeing a meat bun, his mouth almost watering. The corner of Xia Weibao¡¯s eye twitched, ¡°What are you looking at?¡± Xiang Chu kneeled on the spot, ¡°Young lady, please take me as your disciple.¡± ¡°Take a disciple?¡± Xiang Chu nodded his head like a pecking chicken, ¡°Yes, yes, master, please take me, I want to learn Chinese medicine from you.¡± Chapter 34 - 34: Director Lu is Actually Quite Reservedly Flirtatious Chapter 34: Chapter 34: Director Lu is Actually Quite Reservedly Flirtatious Editor: Atlas Studios A master indeed, a miracle doctor. Xia Weibao withdrew her gaze, ¡°I don¡¯t accept disciples.¡± Xiang Chu immediately became anxious, ¡°Master¡­¡± ¡°Stop.¡± Xia Weibao raised her hand, stopping him, ¡°Don¡¯t call me recklessly.¡± S~ea??h the novel(F~)ire.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. ¡°Master, please take me in.¡± Xia Weibao let out a cold laugh, ¡°Do you know who I am?¡± ¡°The Young Madam of the Lu Family.¡± ¡°My name is Xia Weibao, go search online.¡± Xiang Chu left and, after a short while, came back in. With a solemn expression, ¡°Master, the rumors on the internet are not credible, I believe Master is innocent!¡± With such superb medical skills, she must be a hermit of a higher realm! She certainly wouldn¡¯t be tainted by the secular world, those people must be envious, that¡¯s why they defame her master. Xia Weibao¡¯s eyes flickered slightly, she hadn¡¯t expected that the first person to believe in her innocence would be a stranger. Although somewhat touched, she had never thought about taking on a disciple. Becoming a teacher was a responsibility to her, one that shouldn¡¯t be promised lightly! While Xiang Chu was somewhat disheartened, he was not discouraged. Sincerity can melt metal and stone, he believed that at some point, Xia Weibao would accept him as a disciple! Lu Hualiang felt very agitated, it had already been three days, why hadn¡¯t Xia Weibao bowed her head to him yet? ¡°How is Xia Weibao doing?¡± In these three days he had gone abroad, and Yang Su had been reporting Xia Weibao¡¯s situation to him. Yang Li thought for a moment and in a very tactful tone said, ¡°The situation of the Young Madam has not worsened.¡± After speaking, he looked at Lu Hualiang with some sympathy. He was too embarrassed to say that Xia Weibao¡¯s situation was actually very good, otherwise, how defeated his master would feel. To find the best doctor for Xia Weibao, he personally went abroad, traveled thousands of miles to repeatedly request the retired Guo Wei to come out of seclusion to perform surgery. In the end, all his efforts were in vain. It¡¯s enough to strike one with deep doubt about life, right? Lu Hualiang pinched his eyebrows, not getting worse did not mean it was already getting better. It had been three days, and she must have had her fill of suffering. He believed it was the most painful time now. If he appeared before her now, bringing hope, she would surely be moved to tears! The doctor he brought back this time, although he couldn¡¯t help her fully recover, could still restore 80% of her former self! That was already the best possible outcome. After all, even Xiang Minhai had been helpless at that time. Thinking about Xia Weibao¡¯s excited reaction, Lu Hualiang was somewhat impatient to see her. So he stood up calmly, looked at the foreign man with blond hair and blue eyes, possessing a stable and handsome appearance sitting beside him, and in fluent English said, ¡°Doctor He, let¡¯s go see the patient first.¡± Having walked a couple of steps, Lu Hualiang suddenly stopped, turned back to the lounge, picked up a white ice-silk handkerchief, and neatly folded it. Disfigurement was too cruel for a woman, Xia Weibao must have been living in agony these past days. Maybe she would even throw herself into his arms crying when the time came. Bringing the handkerchief was to wipe away her tears. ¡°What did you say?! Director Lu brought Doctor He back? That world-renowned medical authority, Doctor Hepburn?!¡± Inside the dean¡¯s office, Xiang Minhai suddenly stood up, his face full of shock! The vice dean was trembling with excitement, ¡°Yes, it¡¯s indeed Doctor Hepburn!¡± ¡°Didn¡¯t he retire from the world? How did he come to Huaxia?¡± ¡°It was Director Lu who personally requested him to come out of retirement.¡± Xiang Minhai¡¯s eyes widened slightly, never had he thought that Lu Hualiang would personally invite Hepburn for Xia Weibao. He had originally thought that Xia Weibao had resorted to some underhanded methods to marry into the Lu Family, but now it seemed not necessarily so! Chapter 35 - 35 Her Majesty the Empress Plays Games Chapter 35: Chapter 35 Her Majesty the Empress Plays Games Editor: Atlas Studios Hepburn was the pride of the medical world, the youngest ever Nobel laureate in Physiology or Medicine! Celebrated internationally! He had created countless medical miracles and treated numerous national leaders! It could be said that Hepburn was the very pinnacle of today¡¯s medical field, without peer! But he was a very proud man, as geniuses should rightly be temperamental. Many people were willing to spend a fortune just to have him perform surgery, yet they couldn¡¯t even get a glimpse of him. Moreover, he was indifferent to fame and fortune, having retired from the medical field at the age of twenty-seven to research some new drug, it was said. From then on, he vanished without a trace. Unexpectedly, Lu Hualiang managed to invite him to perform surgery on Xia Weibao! If Hepburn personally took on the case, then Xia Weibao¡¯s injuries, even if they couldn¡¯t be fully healed, could at least be 70 to 80 percent better. Just thinking about Xia Weibao possibly escaping disaster made Xiang Minhai¡¯s face look very ugly. S~ea??h the N?vel(F)ire.¦Çet website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. But thinking of Hepburn personally coming to The First Hospital, he was so excited that he shook all over. Every profession has its idols, and Hepburn, who stood at the summit of medicine at a young age, was undoubtedly the idol of all doctors! ¡°Quick, go greet him!¡± Xiang Minhai was as excited as if he was on a booster shot. He might as well take the opportunity to check on his good-for-nothing son, to see if, after witnessing Xia Weibao¡¯s plight for three days, he¡¯d given up on traditional Chinese medicine. In the VIP ward, Xia Weibao was lying on the hospital bed, bored out of her mind. So boring. After lying there for three days, she felt almost moldy. On the sofa, Xiang Chu was half-kneeling in front of the coffee table, studying the prescription with a reverence that surpassed even that of worshiping a sacred edict. Suddenly, he pulled out a tissue, excitedly wiped his drool away, and threw the tissue in the bin. Xia Weibao silent shifted her gaze away from the trash can piled high with waste paper. She had seen people drool over roast chicken but never someone drool over a prescription, and for three days at that¡­ The more Xiang Chu looked at it, the more he felt that Xia Weibao was the reincarnation of a legendary healer, and that if he didn¡¯t take her as his master, he would regret it for the rest of his life. So he suddenly threw himself in front of the bed, ¡°Master, please take me as your disciple.¡± Xia Weibao¡¯s eyes fell on her fair arm; it wasn¡¯t burned because she happened to be holding onto Lu Hualiang at the time. At that moment, on her arm as smooth as jade, two paws covered in saliva were grabbing onto her. Xia Weibao felt a chill, ¡°Let go!¡± Could this get any more disgusting! ¡°I won¡¯t, unless Master agrees to take me as a disciple, I won¡¯t let go!¡± Seeing that glistening liquid made Xia Weibao¡¯s scalp tingle, and with a flick of her right hand, a silver needle flew out, directly hitting Xiang Chu¡¯s acupressure point. The silver needle was something she had Xiang Chu prepare; how could she be a divine healer without silver needles. Having been pricked by the needle, Xiang Chu was expected to be angry, but instead, he became even more excited. Trembling as if he had contracted epilepsy! Wow! My master has pricked me with a needle, my master¡¯s acupuncture is so good. ¡°Master, teach me medicine, please. I¡¯ll do anything, be it heavy labor or menial work.¡± Xia Weibao, ¡°¡­¡± This kid was beyond saving. ¡°I¡¯m not taking any disciples.¡± She had her principles and would not lightly take a disciple, not even if it were the King of Heaven coming to be her pupil ¨C there was no room for negotiation! Xiang Chu instantly became like an abandoned little puppy, his head drooping and his eyes tearful, looking pitiful beyond words. Xia Weibao couldn¡¯t be bothered with him, ¡°I¡¯m so bored; isn¡¯t there something to amuse myself with?¡± ¡°Master, why don¡¯t you play a game?¡± ¡°A game?¡± ¡°Yes.¡± Xiang Chu took out his phone, opened up the game he was recently playing, Honor of Kings, ¡°I find it quite fun, but I don¡¯t know if Master would like to play.¡± Chapter 36 - 36: The Game Lowered Her Spirit... Chapter 36: Chapter 36: The Game Lowered Her Spirit¡­ Editor: Atlas Studios So before Xia Weibao¡¯s eyes, they played a round. Xia Weibao¡¯s eyes lit up; for someone from the ancient past, this was like opening the gates to a whole new world! Xiang Chu immediately helped her download one. ¡°Girls generally like playing mages, Master. You try Daji or Angela first, here is how you control direction, this is how you cast spells¡­¡± Xia Weibao had a strong ability to learn, and after Xiang Chu taught her how to play for two rounds, she got the hang of it after playing another two on her own, killing with great skill. It was even more satisfying than beating someone up! At that moment, Xia Weibao was like a teenager addicted to the internet, hugging her phone and not even needing to eat. ¡°First blood.¡± ¡°Double kill.¡± ¡°Wow, a double kill!¡± The first time she got a double kill, Her Majesty the Empress almost jumped up with excitement. If it hadn¡¯t been for the injury on her back, she would have celebrated with a set of the Eighteen Dragon-Subduing Palms. However, just as she was so overjoyed that she couldn¡¯t contain herself, a provoking voice came from nearby¡­ ¡°Triple kill.¡± ¡°Quadra kill.¡± Damn! A quadra kill! Envy twisted her insides! Xia Weibao¡¯s resentful gaze shot towards the mass-murdering Xiang Chu, ¡°Teach me.¡± ¡°Okay¡­¡± ah. Xiang Chu was about to agree when suddenly a bright idea struck him, and his rarely active intellect kicked in. He changed his tune, ¡°I can teach you, but you have to teach me medicine.¡± Xia Weibao, ¡°¡­¡± S§×arch* The NovelFire.net* website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Shameless, totally shameless! ¡°Killing spree.¡± ¡°Unstoppable.¡± The thrilling sounds made the internet-addicted Empress¡¯s heart itch. She scratched her hands like the Great Sage Equal to Heaven, unable to resist the temptation of the game. But taking an apprentice, she really¡­ ¡°Master, if you take me as your apprentice, I¡¯ll not only teach you how to play King of Glory but also other games, even more fun than this one,¡± ¡°More fun than King of Glory?¡± Xia Weibao¡¯s eyes sparkled. She gulped down saliva. ¡°Each has its own charm, every game has its own fun,¡± Xiang Chu, transforming into a master persuader, gently coaxed, ¡°Master, I¡¯ll take you to ¡®eat chicken¡¯ tonight.¡± ¡°Eat chicken? What do you mean, I can¡¯t eat greasy food right now.¡± ¡°It¡¯s not eating, it¡¯s a game, PUBG. It¡¯s really hot now, everyone is playing.¡± Xia Weibao swallowed her saliva again. Damn, that was sly. ¡°There¡¯s also Temple Run, Rhythm Master, playing mahjong, fighting landlords¡­¡± Xiang Chu listed a long string of game titles, making Xia Weibao not just itch to play but her whole body itch. ¡°Fine!¡± It was the games that weakened her resolve¡­ Xiang Chu couldn¡¯t have been happier, ¡°Master above, please accept your disciple¡¯s bow!¡± ¡°Enough, enough, hurry up and teach me. Damn it! This bastard is chopping at me! Crap! I¡¯m dead!¡± So, when Lu Hualiang arrived, what he saw was Xia Weibao standing on one foot on the bed, with the other foot on the headboard, holding her phone and screaming as she played the game¡­ Chapter 37 - 37 Director Lus Greatest Pain Chapter 37: Chapter 37 Director Lu¡¯s Greatest Pain Editor: Atlas Studios Seeing Xia Weibao so excited that she nearly took off, Lu Hualiang started to doubt his own life¡­ Wasn¡¯t she already injured and confined to bed? It had only been three days, how had she become lively as a dragon in playing video games? And that posture, it was quite indecent¡­ Looking over at the bedside, Xiang Chu sat there looking wronged, playing games on his mobile phone. S§×arch* The N?vel(F)ire.¦Çet website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. His body curled up into a ball, as if he was trying to minimise his presence. ¡°Charge, for crying out loud Xiang Chu, are you a pig, rushing to your death!¡± ¡°Run, you idiot, just standing there waiting to be killed?¡± ¡°Not running, are you? I¡¯ll throw you, pig head, just standing under the tower waiting to die, run, run¡­ ugh, how did I die?¡± Xiang Chu felt wronged, how you died, because the one gazing at scenery under the tower waiting to die was you, damn it! Don¡¯t you know what character you¡¯re playing? The one who was desperately running just now was me, alright? The one standing motionless under the tower was you, okay? I¡¯ve never seen anyone playing video games like this! Hearing the door open, Xiang Chu looked up and saw Lu Hualiang coming in, immediately standing up. Before he could speak, he saw Lu Hualiang walking to the bedside with a dark expression. Eyeing Xia Weibao¡¯s back with displeasure, ¡°Xia Weibao.¡± ¡°Which bastard is interrupting Her Majesty the Empress from playing games!¡± Xia Weibao was furious over how she could have died out of nowhere and, hearing someone calling her, thought it was Xiang Chu. Impatiently turning around, she kicked out towards Xiang Chu¡¯s back. Unexpectedly, Xiang Chu had already moved aside, and the one standing at the bedside was Lu Hualiang. Moreover, since Lu Hualiang was standing up, the position her foot landed was right in his crotch¡­ All the men present almost dropped their jaws, and then synchronised their movements to clench their legs together. That kick¡­ The ultimate pain for a man. Wishing you well, Director Lu. Attacked where his body was most vulnerable, Lu Hualiang was caught off guard and bent slightly. His face changed several shades. Had there not been so many people around, and if he didn¡¯t have to maintain his image, he probably would have already been clutching at his crotch. Freeze frame, time stood still. Xia Weibao stared at Lu Hualiang in agony, shocked still for a long time. She was definitely aiming for Xiang Chu, so how did she end up kicking Lu Hualiang? And right there of all places? Yikes! Her Majesty the Empress was so scared her soul nearly flew away, tossing the phone aside as she instantly switched to a servile expression. She busied herself helping Lu Hualiang up, ¡°Your Majesty, are you alright?¡± Oh my heavens! Was it possible he¡¯d become sterile from this? ¡°Xia, Weibao!¡± It was a voice that seemed to burst from between gritted teeth, scaring Xia Weibao into breaking out in a cold sweat. She tugged her ears and instantly became the picture of misery, one couldn¡¯t help feeling sorry for her. ¡°This servant didn¡¯t mean to.¡± She was immensely relieved, she had kicked Xiang Chu too hard just now, causing him to crash several times, so she had held back a little with her strength. Otherwise, with her profound skills, a kick like that might have made an eunuch out of someone on the spot with a single crunching noise. Lu Hualiang¡¯s face grew darker and darker, itching to strangle the woman in front of him! For her sake, he was worn out from running around, travelling thousands of miles abroad to get a doctor. He even promised to sponsor a medical research lab. It took an enormous amount of manpower and resources to coax a doctor out of retirement to operate on her! And her? She¡¯d been happily enjoying herself playing games in the hospital, and then she hit him with such a heavy blow! The malice in Lu Hualiang¡¯s body was like a demon that had lost control, clawing and biting as if to tear Xia Weibao to pieces. Xia Weibao¡¯s gaze fell on his crotch. She wondered whether she should check it for him¡­ Chapter 38 - 38: The Game Ruined Her Immortal Aura Chapter 38: Chapter 38: The Game Ruined Her Immortal Aura Editor: Atlas Studios Thinking it over, she decided to let it go. Whether he becomes infertile or not is none of her business. They were getting divorced in a year anyway. So Weibao, like nothing had happened, turned her head to look at the scenery and played dead. As for the increasingly icy aura emanating from Hualiang, no worries, it was a hot day after all¡ªshe would just treat him as a portable air conditioner. Seeing her indifferent attitude, Hualiang¡¯s fury surged even more. Kicked him down there, and she didn¡¯t even offer an apology! He really wanted to pull her up and give her a good scolding, but considering the onlookers, he couldn¡¯t bring himself to admit she had kicked him there. However, he wasn¡¯t just going to drop it. How could he swallow this indignity! Moreover, thinking about how he had rushed over here in a panic, only to find her playing games, he was even less able to catch his breath with anger. And what was all that garbage she just spouted! Hualiang narrowed his eyes dangerously, ¡°Stupid idiot, pighead, damn it? Xia Weibao, I never knew you were so adept at cursing.¡± Weibao, ¡°¡­¡± Her Majesty the Empress, who always prided herself on civility, felt utterly embarrassed to be publicly accused of using foul language. Feeling somewhat guilty, she actually was quite cultured most of the time¡ªit was just that she had been too agitated just now¡­ So, pointing a finger at Xiang Chu, she claimed, ¡°He taught me.¡± Xiang Chu, ¡°¡­¡± Baby harbored bitter feelings, but Baby kept quiet. In reality, it was just her, in the middle of a game, failing her teammates and being scolded for it, that led her to furiously look up a slew of insults on Baidu and start a tirade while gaming. Attacking her own allies¡­ The most ridiculous part was that all the words she used were censored, and with all the asterisks, you couldn¡¯t actually see anything, yet she found herself getting more and more addicted to cursing. Xiang Chu observed calmly, focusing inward. Before Weibao encountered gaming, he truly saw her as a transcendent hermit, a Fairy untouched by the trifles of the mundane world. But after she got into gaming¡­ Dammit, it was like an extraordinary Fairy had fallen to earth, not just to the ground, but straight into a cesspit¡ªshe was too down-to-earth. It was one thing to curse, but another to resort to physical aggression. And when she struck, it was him she hit¡­ The problem was, she was so pretty and carried such an air about her that even curse words seemed pleasing to the ear, and her punches felt like blossoms to the heart. This blasted world that judges by appearances! Hualiang¡¯s hostile gaze fell on Xiang Chu. The man who showed up in Weibao¡¯s hospital room, and kept her company playing games¡­ Baby Xiang Chu, the pure and innocent one, was confused by Hualiang¡¯s inexplicable stare. Although he knew who Hualiang was, Hualiang did not recognize him. Why the look? While puzzled, he suddenly remembered that Weibao had just kicked Hualiang in a critical spot. And he was a doctor. Could it be that Hualiang wanted him to check if there was any damage? Thus, the naive Baby stepped forward and politely asked, ¡°Director Lu, do you need me to check if there is any injury from the kick?¡± As soon as these words were spoken, the hospital room was filled with the sound of sharp intakes of breath. Young fellow, your courage is commendable! Weibao, being close to Hualiang, was the one who could best sense the changes in his mood. The fear of the Dog Emperor made her back away subconsciously. However, she didn¡¯t expect to bump into the edge of the bed and then fall backward. Her back was all injured¡­ ¡°Hiss¡­¡± Weibao winced in pain, and her complexion changed instantly. Hualiang¡¯s heart constricted, and he forgot to be angry. He rushed forward and turned her over. ¡°Doctor He, quickly check on her.¡± Sear?h the N?vel?ire.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Chapter 39 - 39: Astounding Medical Skills! Chapter 39: Chapter 39: Astounding Medical Skills! Editor: Atlas Studios Xia Weibao was in so much pain that she broke out in a cold sweat and couldn¡¯t even speak. All she could do was let Lu Hualiang and Hepburn press her down onto the hospital bed, and then they lifted up her clothes to check the wound on her back. When they saw the scab that had formed on her back and the new flesh growing in, even Lu Hualiang, who was not versed in medicine, could tell her wound was healing. And it was healing at an incredibly rapid pace! How could this be! His face showed shock. Wasn¡¯t it said that her burns were so severe that the only option other than skin grafts was out of the question? Why was new flesh growing? Then he noticed the layer of black ointment smeared over it, the strong smell of traditional Chinese medicine. Lu Hualiang thought of her intention to seek a Chinese medicine practitioner. His eyes narrowed slowly, this Xia Weibao¡­ Meanwhile, Hepburn was so excited upon seeing Xia Weibao¡¯s injury that he started trembling all over. Examining her wound further, he became so thrilled that he could hardly put his words together. He babbled incessantly, his English spewing out like a machine gun. He was dragging Xia Weibao into his excited, incoherent rambling. Thus, a bizarre scene unfolded in the hospital room. Hepburn was babbling like a psycho, while Xia Weibao looked on calmly as if watching a madman¡­ This situation could only be described by one phrase, casting pearls before swine. A classic case of a language barrier. Lu Hualiang¡¯s frown grew deeper. Hepburn shared that he had retreated from the world precisely because he wanted to devote himself to studying traditional Chinese medicine. He never expected to witness its miraculous effects today. He asked Xia Weibao where the ointment came from and if she could give him some to study. Xia Weibao was in so much pain that she had begun to question her existence, and truly didn¡¯t want to deal with the excited Hepburn. She looked at Xiang Chu, ¡°Bring me the ointment.¡± Xiang Chu brought over the ointment, and he also pressed the buzzer to call a nurse into the room. As for Hepburn, he lost all his maturity and composure at that moment, turning into a little fangirl. He pounced next to Xiang Chu, obsessed with the ointment in his hands. To those unaware, one might think the ointment was his beloved wife. Soon, the nurse came in and pulled the curtains around the bed to apply the medicine to Xia Weibao. Checking the wound merely involved lifting a corner of the clothing to see her back, so it wasn¡¯t a problem with others present. But applying medicine required undressing, something definitely not to be done in front of onlookers. The ointment had an anesthetic effect, finally giving some relief to Xia Weibao. Seeing such effectiveness, Hepburn was as reverent as if he had seen God himself. In the medical world, Hepburn¡¯s reputation was legendary, and of course, Xiang Chu was aware of who he was. More than that, Hepburn was his idol, the target of his aspirations. But at this moment, the idol looked at his master with a very frightening gaze. That was not wonderful at all. Baby Xiang Chu¡¯s alarm bells rang loudly, ¡°Tm dare to compete with me for my master, the idol can turn nauseating!¡± Sure enough, once Hepburn learned that the ointment was developed by Xia Weibao, he became overjoyed and pleaded with her to teach him, eventually asking to become her apprentice. Xiang Chu immediately stepped in front of him and sternly declined. Uncle, we do not ¡°date¡±! ¡°Sorry, Doctor He, my master does not take disciples!¡± They were speaking English, and Xia Weibao felt as if she was watching two dogs barking at each other outside her door. Even though she didn¡¯t understand, she still thought they were quite formidable. On his way to the hospital room, Xiang Minhai felt troubled. Just thinking about Xia Weibao¡¯s wounds being treatable made him very unhappy! S~ea??h the nov§×lF~ire.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Such a flirtatious and shameless woman deserved to be disfigured. And to think she dared to look down upon his medical skills, he¡¯d see her dead! Suddenly, an idea came to him, and he slowly began to smile. Although the surgery was performed by Doctor He, the location was right here. As long as he tampered with something¡­ Chapter 40 - 40: A Slap in the Face Chapter 40: Chapter 40: A Slap in the Face Editor: Atlas Studios A weight lifted off his heart, and even his footsteps became lighter. He had already figured out how he was going to sabotage. However, when he arrived at the ward, he was stunned. ¡°Miss Xia, please take me as your disciple, I can pay tuition.¡± ¡°No way! My master said he only loves one disciple.¡± ¡°Step aside, Miss Xia hasn¡¯t even spoken yet.¡± ¡°That¡¯s because my master doesn¡¯t understand what you¡¯re saying, you have a language barrier, what kind of disciple would that make you?¡± ¡°I can learn Chinese, Miss Xia, please take me in.¡± ¡°Woo-hoo, Master, you can¡¯t change your mind now, I¡¯m your obedient disciple, you can¡¯t abandon me¡­¡± Seeing Xiang Chu and Hepburn vying with each other, Xiang Minhai was flabbergasted. Then he realized, they wanted to become disciples? S§×ar?h the nov§×lF~ire.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Become disciples of whom? ¡°Xiang Chu, what are you doing!¡± Seeing Xiang Minhai come in, Xiang Chu acted as if he had found his backer and rushed over with tear-filled eyes. ¡°Dad, you have to judge for me, I was the first to ask to be a disciple, and Doctor He actually wants to fight with me for the master. How could he do this, an international renowned doctor fighting with a graduate student for a master, it¡¯s too much.¡± Xiang Minhai was completely dumbfounded. Then shock followed! The leading figure in the medical field, the globally renowned Doctor Hepburn, actually wanted to disciple under Xia Weibao? And his son¡­ Xiang Minhai had a bad premonition. ¡°Become a disciple of whom!¡± Xiang Chu felt a bit wronged, ¡°To disciple under Xia Weibao, I want to learn traditional Chinese medicine.¡± ¡°What?!¡± A surge of blood rushed to Xiang Minhai¡¯s heart and he almost died of anger! He brought his son here was to witness the pitiful state of Xia Weibao and then give up on traditional Chinese medicine completely, not to become her disciple! One his own son, the other his most admired international doctor, these two were actually competing to become Xia Weibao¡¯s disciples. And he had actually been thinking about sabotaging Xia Weibao¡¯s surgery just a while ago, was there anything more frustrating than this? Xiang Minhai really wanted to confront Xia Weibao right there and ask her what on earth she had fed his son! But seeing Lu Hualiang was also there, he could only swallow his teeth and blood. He was almost at the point of spitting blood! And when he saw Xia Weibao sitting up lively on the hospital bed watching the drama unfold, he became even more dizzy with rage. He had lost both his wife and his troops. A sinister glint flashed in Xiang Minhai¡¯s eyes. No worries, as long as Xia Weibao was on his turf, he had ways to exacerbate her wounds! However, he was destined to be disappointed. Xia Weibao, having stayed in the hospital for three days, was practically growing moldy, so she demanded to be discharged. Lu Hualiang saw that her wounds were indeed not too serious, so he agreed to let her go through one final comprehensive examination; if all was well, she could be discharged. Doctor Hepburn, now like someone who¡¯d been injected with an adrenaline shot, felt the magic of traditional Chinese medicine and wanted to witness this miracle firsthand. So he generously took on Xia Weibao¡¯s comprehensive examination. Xiang Minhai, ¡°¡­¡± So ruthless! He snuffed out his last chance. The results of the examination shocked everyone! The injury, which all doctors had deemed fatal, had recovered nearly half its severity in just three short days! At this rate of healing, it was believed she could fully recover in under a week! This could be called a medical miracle! However, the matter was suppressed by Lu Hualiang. It was too peculiar. ¡°Did you get to the bottom of it?¡± In the study, Lu Hualiang looked emotionlessly at Yang Li in front of him. ¡°It¡¯s been confirmed, it was Xia Weibao herself. I compared her blood sample with her reference sample from the psychiatric hospital, they match perfectly.¡± Chapter 41 - 41 Director Lu Gets More Provocative Chapter 41: Chapter 41 Director Lu Gets More Provocative Editor: Atlas Studios Sear?h the ¦Çov§×lFire .net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Hualiang¡¯s brow furrowed into the shape of the character ¡°´¨¡±. ¡°What else?¡± ¡°Following the master¡¯s orders, I investigated Xia Weibao¡¯s background. She never had contact with medical arts from childhood to adulthood, which is indeed a bit strange. Also, you suspected that she was feigning insanity three years ago, but I checked the psychiatric hospital¡¯s treatment records, and she was truly mad. I consulted with an expert on this matter, who said it might be because when Xia Weibao fell down the stairs, she suffered a severe head injury, which caused her to return to normal.¡± Although hard to believe, such cases have occurred before. The only things that don¡¯t make sense are her medical skills and the drastic change in her personality. The Xia Weibao of the past was gentle and weak, speaking softly and quietly, nothing like now, with a strength that¡¯s astonishing! One punch shattering a laptop, crushing a cellphone with bare hands, and then there¡¯s a kick¡­ Yang Li¡¯s gaze fell meaningfully on Hualiang¡¯s groin. Such actions, if done by the former Xia Weibao, would have been completely out of the question. With one fierce glance, Hualiang made Yang Li break into a cold sweat, and he quickly stopped his wandering eyes. Looking away, Hualiang fixed his gaze on the pen in his hand, deep in thought. The drastic change in personality might be somewhat forced, yet understandable; after so many experiences, she couldn¡¯t possibly remain as naive as before. But her medical skills¡ªthat¡¯s truly inexplicable. His eyes sharpened, ¡°Could it be that during her time in the psychiatric hospital, someone switched her with another person?¡± ¡°I had the same suspicion, so I found the hospital where she was born and compared her birth samples for verification. It¡¯s her.¡± Hualiang¡¯s expression grew solemn, which was indeed puzzling. ¡°Master, I have a bold guess, though I¡¯m not sure if it¡¯s appropriate to voice it.¡± ¡°Speak.¡± ¡°Since time travel and reincarnation are popular nowadays, could it be that Xia Weibao is someone from another time, or perhaps some famous doctor has been reborn in her body?¡± Hualiang, ¡°¡­¡± ¡°Special Assistant Yang, I really didn¡¯t expect you to be so fanciful.¡± You¡¯ve read too many novels! Yang Li also felt that this reason was too absurd. Still, apart from that, he really couldn¡¯t explain the oddities about Xia Weibao. ¡°Master, as long as we know that this person is Xia Weibao, and not some spy with an obscure background, it might not be a bad thing that she¡¯s changed like this.¡± The former Xia Weibao, to put it nicely, was gentle, kind, and uncontroversial. To put it harshly, she was extremely foolish and weak. When stepped on, she didn¡¯t even know how to fight back. Having ended up with a tarnished reputation, she really had no one else to blame. Thinking of Xia Weibao¡¯s fierce demeanor, Hualiang felt as if a feather had lightly brushed the bottom of his heart, stirring ripples. When he first had to marry Xia Weibao, he was truly a hundred times unwilling. Now, it seemed, she wasn¡¯t as bad as he had imagined. His heart softened, but his tongue was as sharp as ever. ¡°She¡¯s still useless, with a reputation as bad as anything.¡± Only he did not disdain her. Thinking this way, Hualiang suddenly felt quite noble. By taking her in, he saved her from going out and causing a calamity to mankind. Yang Li wiped the sweat from his brow, thinking the master was becoming more and more sentimental by the day. Intimidating when severe, but equally unabashed when self-indulgent! Talking in such a begrudging manner, if you have the ability then divorce her, if you have the courage then drive Xia Weibao away! ¡°Actually, you can¡¯t blame Xia Weibao for this. After all, the entertainment industry is a huge dye vat, where fame brings trouble¡­¡± Hualiang¡¯s expression darkened, ¡°Shanshan is also in the entertainment industry, yet I have not seen her attract trouble.¡± Chapter 42 - 42: Entertainment Industry Beauty List Chapter 42: Chapter 42: Entertainment Industry Beauty List Editor: Atlas Studios Yang Li¡¯s jaw dropped. ¡°Master, comparing Miss Shanshan and Xia Weibao is like comparing apples to oranges.¡± Lu Hualiang¡¯s face turned instantly as cold as ice. The temperature in the study plummeted; the air felt frozen, as if snow was drifting thousands of miles away! Yang Li, terrified by the dreadful low pressure, started to break out in a cold sweat. Aware that he had stepped into a minefield, his calves began to tremble even more. ¡°What I meant was that Miss Shanshan is hardworking, resilient, and virtuous, a good role model in the entertainment industry. How could Xia Weibao compare to her?¡± Lu Hualiang¡¯s face softened a bit. Feeling the oppressive weight on his shoulders lift, Yang Li breathed a sigh of relief. Only then did he realize his back was drenched in sweat. S~ea??h the N?vel(F)ire.¦Çet website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. How could he forget that his master¡¯s true nature was that of a ferocious wolf! He wasn¡¯t someone to be teased. ¡°How has Shanshan been doing lately?¡± Thinking of a certain figure, his previous hostility faded, leaving a softness in his heart. ¡°Miss Shanshan is doing well, she¡¯s even landed a role as the second female lead in a web series recently.¡± ¡°Why settle for a web series, and just the second female lead at that, when she could have been in a big production from me?¡± Despite his words of disdain, his expression suggested otherwise, ¡°Which web series?¡± Yang Li hesitated, ¡°It¡¯s the second female lead in¡­ ¡®Allure.''¡± After saying this, he looked at Lu Hualiang with sympathy. Master, you¡¯re on your own. Miss Shanshan hates beautiful women, and your wife is like a celestial being¡ªif they end up fighting¡­ You¡¯ll have a fire in your backyard, then let¡¯s see whom you protect. Lu Hualiang¡¯s temples throbbed twice; he clearly saw the issue too and felt a headache coming on. Yang Li thought he should be a good Special Assistant and relieve his master¡¯s worries, so he quickly made a suggestion. ¡°Master, why not arrange a meal for Miss Shanshan and the young madam to get to know each other?¡± Lu Hualiang¡¯s headache worsened; Xia Weibao wouldn¡¯t even see him, let alone meet. She had been avoiding him for half a year already. ¡°Master, I have a suggestion. You said Xia Weibao¡¯s medical skills are astonishing; perhaps she could treat Miss Shanshan and your wife¡¯s illnesses¡­¡± Lu Hualiang¡¯s expression became grave in an instant, his eyes deepening. Xia Weibao, huh¡­ He had to admit, when he saw Xia Weibao heal his wound, he had thought about asking her to treat Shanshan. But¡­ ¡°Let¡¯s hold off on that for now.¡± Xia Weibao was too enigmatic; he needed to observe her for a while longer. And just because she could treat burns didn¡¯t mean she could cure other illnesses. What if it was just a coincidence, and she only knew a remedy for burns? And Shanshan¡¯s illness¡­ He had almost searched the entire world, and no one could cure her. It wasn¡¯t like they hadn¡¯t tried traditional Chinese medicine; it just never worked. It wasn¡¯t just Shanshan, there was also¡­ Thinking of this, Lu Hualiang¡¯s heart clenched with a dull pain. Filled with guilt and tender care. ¡°Right, the selection for this year¡¯s beauty rankings in the entertainment industry starts next month, doesn¡¯t it?¡± He didn¡¯t pay attention to the entertainment circle, but because the most important people to him were there, he kept an eye on everything. ¡°Yes,¡± said Yang Li, his eyes twitching, suddenly feeling an ominous premonition¡­ ¡°Get Shanshan on the list.¡± Yang Li, ¡°¡­¡± This was undoubtedly the most difficult, most soul-destroying task he had ever been asked to carry out¡ªfar worse than lying through his teeth to say his master was approachable and had a good temper! Chapter 43 - 43: Eat This Bowl of Dog Food as a Toast to Respect Chapter 43: Chapter 43: Eat This Bowl of Dog Food as a Toast to Respect Editor: Atlas Studios At this moment, Yang Li truly wanted to grab Lu Hualiang by the neck and shake him violently. ¡°Are you doubting the public¡¯s taste, or do you think the whole nation is blind?¡± To think that a woman with Lu Huashan¡¯s stature could make it onto the beauty rankings is just too shameless! Yang Li¡¯s frantic expression displeased Lu Hualiang. His eyes narrowed dangerously, ¡°Do you think my sister is ugly?¡± Danger! Yang Li stood at attention, head up, chest out, stomach in, military posture, his words resounding with firmness! ¡°Not at all, Miss Shanshan is as beautiful as a flower and has a celestial grace. If one considers the Master¡¯s looks, it is evident that Miss Shanshan must be an extraordinary beauty deep down. It¡¯s just that her illness now masks her beauty, but once she recovers, she¡¯ll surely dazzle everyone to blindness!¡± These flattering words seemed to improve Lu Hualiang¡¯s mood somewhat. Yang Li breathed a sigh of relief and wiped a bead of sweat from his brow. ¡°Master, Miss Shanshan has always disliked your meddling in her affairs. Last time you helped her teach someone a lesson for stealing her role, she threw a tantrum and didn¡¯t come home for half a year. If she finds out about this time¡­¡± ¡°Yang Li, is this your first day with me? Don¡¯t you know to cover your tracks?¡± S§×ar?h the N?vel?ire.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Yang Li, ¡°¡­¡± But the problem is, with Lu Huashan¡¯s looks, being on the beauty rankings is the biggest sham! ¡°Yes¡­¡± After thinking for a moment, Lu Hualiang said, ¡°Getting to second place will do, being at the top is too conspicuous.¡± Yang Li really wanted to ask if the Master was sure he didn¡¯t just want to reserve first place for his wife. Thus, he suggested sycophantically, ¡°Master, should we boost the young mistress to the top of the rankings?¡± ¡°Does she need your help to get on top?¡± Lu Hualiang retorted, as if it were the most natural thing in the world. With Xia Weibao¡¯s looks, what woman could compete without it being a car crash scene! Would she even need to fake it? This prideful expression¡­ Yang Li silently lifted his bowl of ¡®dog food,¡¯ offering a toast before digging in. Just then, a ¡®ding¡¯ sounded from his phone. It was a Weibo special alert. As an outstanding Special Assistant, he must be concerned with everything his boss cares about. That¡¯s why Lu Huashan¡¯s Weibo was set to special alerts. Glancing at the Weibo post Lu Huashan sent out, Yang Li silently spat out the ¡®dog food¡¯ he had just consumed. Should he feel schadenfreude or revel in schadenfreude? ¡°Master, Miss Shanshan and the young mistress have started tearing into each other.¡± The backyard¡¯s on fire, hahaha. Lu Hualiang frowned, pulled out his phone, and his head instantly ached. [Cute Shanshan V: Some people, relying on their pretty faces, act like prima donnas. It¡¯s been several days since production started and they haven¡¯t shown their face, slowing down the shooting schedule. Do they really think they own the production crew?] She didn¡¯t name names, but the spectators who love watching the drama immediately began investigating. And then it was revealed that Xia Weibao hadn¡¯t been seen on set since ¡°Allure¡± began filming. All her scenes were postponed, shooting others¡¯ scenes first. And with ¡°Allure¡± being a lead female role drama, two thirds of the shots include the leading lady. Especially since Xu Jiayang wanted to promote Xia Weibao and thus increased her scenes. With her absence from filming, one can only imagine the delays in progress. The fact that Xia Weibao was injured was kept entirely secret. Even Xu Jiayang only knew she was unwell and hospitalized, unaware of the severity of her injuries, let alone other crew members. They all assumed she was just being a diva. Especially since Xia Weibao was parachuted in and rumored to have climbed into Xu Jiayang¡¯s bed. The crew members were already dissatisfied with her, and now the conflict intensified. But they were all minor actors, daring only to be angry but not to speak out. As for Lu Huashan, who is straightforward, she was the first to step forward. Chapter 44 - 44 Director Lu, Youre Overthinking Again Chapter 44: Chapter 44 Director Lu, You¡¯re Overthinking Again Editor: Atlas Studios Now, the news of Xia Weibao acting like a diva had truly been established. Already in a precarious position, the current situation was imaginable. Weibo once again fell into chaos, filled with a chorus of curses. Seeing Xia Weibao get roasted on hot search again, Lin Mier laughed until she nearly shook apart. Then, with a look of disdain, she scoffed, ¡°Xia Weibao, oh Xia Weibao, I never thought you¡¯d be so stupid, you deserve to be cursed to death!¡± To not cherish a role gained through sleeping around, how can someone be so stupid in this world. Her agent also felt bewildered, ¡°Xia Weibao must be sick, thinking she¡¯s still the hot Film Queen of her early days, acting all high and mighty? She should take a look at the mess she¡¯s in.¡± In her many years as an agent, she had never come across such a foolish artist! Lin Mier was utterly delighted. Xia Weibao had crafted her own downfall, and she had finally vented her spleen. She felt both physically and mentally refreshed. She looked towards her agent, a fierce glint in her eyes, ¡°You know what to do, right?¡± Her agent smiled, ¡°Don¡¯t worry, I¡¯ll buy a spot on the hot search right away, ensuring that this issue will hang there for a week!¡± Elsewhere, Lu Hualiang felt a headache watching the increasingly heated comments online. Forget it, sisters-in-law need time to bond, just let them slowly grind against each other. One is his sister, the other his wife, he valued both sides. The most troubled was Xu Jiayang. It had been quiet for just two days, and now Xia Weibao was on the hot search again, this time even more fiercely! He couldn¡¯t disclose Xia Weibao¡¯s illness, after all, artists had their privacy. But he couldn¡¯t just ignore it either. Harmony within a crew, and actors getting along is too important for filming. Now the crew was full of complaints, and many actors were uncooperative, especially towards Xia Weibao, they were extremely resentful. S~ea??h the n??el Fire.n§×t website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Thinking it over, he felt it was necessary to invite the crew for a meal to bond. Actually, Xia Weibao was quite pleasant and down-to-earth. Anyone who had interacted with her would end up liking her. The current disharmony was simply due to unfamiliarity. Xia Weibao was sitting cross-legged on the bed playing games, dominating the battlefield when her phone rang. And then, Her Majesty the Empress got chopped to death with a single blow. Xia Weibao, ¡°¡­¡± Just as she was about to curse out whoever had such a lack of public morality, she saw it was Xu Jiayang¡¯s call, and immediately reigned in her temper. ¡°Director Xu.¡± ¡°Baby, how are you feeling?¡± Baby was the nickname her fans used to call her with affection, and everyone called her Baby. But now, hearing Xu Jiayang say it, it made her skin crawl. ¡°I¡¯m almost better, I¡¯ll probably be back on set for shooting in about a week.¡± A week, not too long. ¡°Then in a week, we¡¯ll welcome you back with a banquet, make sure you come, okay?¡± ¡°Alright, thank you, Director Xu.¡± Xia Weibao obediently responded, but what she was really thinking was, when will he hang up, I need to get back to my game. After hanging up, she immediately started another round! Lu Hualiang finished his work and returned to the room, only to see her sitting cross-legged on the bed, engrossed in her game. Lu Hualiang, ¡°¡­¡± He couldn¡¯t understand how a girl could be so into games. He walked over to the closet, took out clothes for a shower. Xia Weibao glances over and suddenly remembers she hasn¡¯t showered either. So she said, ¡°Hurry up in the shower, I haven¡¯t had mine either.¡± Lu Hualiang gave her a sideways glance, then suddenly realized a problem. She had injuries now and couldn¡¯t make large movements, so she certainly couldn¡¯t wash on her own. She needed someone to help¡­ Chapter 45 - 45: That Hit Home, Director Lu! Chapter 45: Chapter 45: That Hit Home, Director Lu! Editor: Atlas Studios Lu Hualiang didn¡¯t say a word, just moved more swiftly with the clothes. He took a quick combat shower and then came out, descending the stairs without uttering a single word. Her Majesty the Empress, currently addicted to video games, glanced up briefly. She wondered how this man could shower so quickly. Indeed, even with the same face, they were not the same person. The Dog Emperor took at least a Shichen to take a bath. Why? Because every time, he would insist on taking a ¡°Mandarin Duck Bath¡± with her, damn it! Thinking about it made her back sore, legs cramp, and waist ache again. Actually, life was quite good now, not having to serve at bedtime. As for unintentionally thinking of the Dog Emperor every night before closing her eyes, and the habitual glance at the person next to her the moment she opened her eyes in the morning, to see if it was that familiar figure¡ªshe had ignored all these little habits. By this time, the servants would have mostly retired for the night. Lu Hualiang called Housekeeper Fu, giving all the servants the night off. Housekeeper Fu was utterly baffled, ¡°Sir, why are we suddenly taking a holiday?¡± Lu Hualiang said solemnly, ¡°The college entrance exams are in two days. I¡¯m giving the maids a few days off to accompany the exam.¡± Housekeeper Fu was even more confused. The majority of the maids at Lu Garden were unmarried, without sons, so accompany whom for the exam? And why were the maids getting a holiday, but not the male security guards and bodyguards? sea??h th§× nov§×lF~ire.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Before Housekeeper Fu could get clarity, Lu Hualiang had already turned and gone upstairs. Though perplexed, Housekeeper Fu still went to give the maids their time off. Lu Hualiang didn¡¯t go back to his room immediately but spent some time reading in his study. Only after making sure there were no women left in Lu Garden did he return to his room with a light step. In the room, Xia Weibao was still sitting cross-legged on the bed playing games. Lu Hualiang calmly looked at her, then took a financial book and leaned back against the headrest to read. But he was a bit distracted. Nearing midnight, his patience was wearing thin after checking the time for the tenth time. He casually reminded, ¡°It¡¯s getting late.¡± Why hasn¡¯t she taken a bath yet. Xia Weibao just finished a round of ¡°King of Glory¡± and, hearing his words, glanced at the time. She shouldn¡¯t have looked, for upon doing so, a pop-up message appeared on the internet. #Xia Weibao throws a diva tantrum, skips filming for days# She frowned and clicked on Weibo. Three black lines slid down her forehead. Should she attribute it to being a hot-search magnet or a black-magnet? She could hit the trending topics without doing anything. After reading some of the comments, which were a spew of vitriol, she closed Weibo and lay down to sleep. The accusations of unspoken rules, throwing tantrums, and being shameless repeated themselves, devoid of creativity. She was tired of seeing them. After all, with so many complaints, she wasn¡¯t bothered anymore; she was so blackened by the scandal that a few more buckets of ink wouldn¡¯t make her any darker. It was only then that she realized the intention behind Xu Jiayang¡¯s welcome party for her. Director Xu was actually a decent person. Seeing her go to sleep just like that, Lu Hualiang frowned. ¡°How can you sleep without taking a bath? You¡¯re filthy.¡± ¡°I did take a shower,¡± Xia Weibao said while yawning. Playing games all day, so tiring. Showered? Lu Hualiang was taken aback. How could that be possible! She had just said she hadn¡¯t showered, and all he did was go downstairs to instruct for a moment; there was no way she could have finished so quickly! And besides, she had injuries, how could she shower without anyone helping her clean her body! ¡°When did you shower?¡± ¡°Just now, while you were downstairs.¡± ¡°How did you shower without any help?¡± Lu Hualiang said, displeased. ¡°I¡¯m not missing any limbs; do I need help to take a shower? Let¡¯s sleep, don¡¯t disturb me.¡± Chapter 46 - 46 Director Lu Gets Kicked Out of Bed Chapter 46: Chapter 46 Director Lu Gets Kicked Out of Bed Editor: Atlas Studios Lu Hualiang¡¯s expression was somewhat twisted, ¡°Your back is covered in wounds. How can you take off your own clothes, how can you clean your body? Won¡¯t any vigorous movement tear the wound, I¡¯ve never seen someone torture their own body like this!¡± Xia Weibao was baffled, why was he yelling so loudly? Did her taking a bath offend him as well? ¡°My injuries are almost healed, and they won¡¯t rip open unless they are struck hard.¡± As she spoke, she even stretched her hands to fully prove that no matter how much she moved, the wounds wouldn¡¯t tear. Lu Hualiang was irately infuriated! Did all those doctors get their degrees from a fake university? One after another, they said she was injured to the point of being unable to take care of herself, and that without skin grafting she¡¯d be ruined, yet in just three or four days, she has become lively and active! There was a stifling anger in his chest. He didn¡¯t even know what he was angry about, but he was just very annoyed. The chill was violently flowing out of him. He had thought, seeing him angry, Xia Weibao would show some concern. After all, for her sake, he had traveled thousands of miles overseas to help her find a doctor; she should be grateful to him in her heart. But unexpectedly¡­ After waiting for two minutes and not hearing Xia Weibao speak, just when Lu Hualiang was growing impatient, from the other side of the bed, came the faint sound of breathing. Lu Hualiang, ¡°¡­¡± Asleep¡­ fell asleep? ¡°Xia Weibao.¡± No response. Boss Lu¡¯s face turned a magnificent shade of black. Did you reincarnate from a sow, falling asleep in just two minutes?!!! Lu Hualiang stared at Xia Weibao¡¯s back, almost questioning life itself. Suddenly, he furrowed his brows. Were her injuries really healed? S§×arch* The N?vel?ire.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. When she was burned, he had seen it, her whole back was scorched, and her face was ruined, with blood covering him. The severity of the injuries was not faked. Even if it was just a broken fingertip, it would just be about healed in three or four days, right? How could such severe injuries be healed in such a short time? Lu Hualiang slowly raised his hand, his fingers distinct and chiseled, gently lifting the collar of her shirt, wanting to see if the wounds were truly healed. If her medical skills were truly so profound¡­ However, just as his slender fingers moved, Xia Weibao, who was half-asleep and half-awake, suddenly woke with a jolt. Swiftly turning around, one hand seized the ¡°assassin¡¯s¡± hand behind her, then she kicked out swiftly, ¡°bang,¡± knocking Lu Hualiang off the bed¡­ Xia Weibao abruptly sat up, her eyes vigilant. She saw Lu Hualiang standing up from the ground with a gloomy face, that look in his eyes¡­ This is bad, he has killing intent! The Empress, belatedly realizing, felt a chill down her spine. ¡°Thi-this can¡¯t be blamed on me. I¡¯m highly vigilant when I¡¯m asleep, it was you who approached me, it¡¯s not my fault.¡± The Empress¡¯s principle in sleeping was, she could hug others, but nobody was allowed to hug her. Back then, the Dog Emperor was often kicked off the bed by her. Lu Hualiang, who had dominated Huaxia Country for many years, with Presidents bowing their heads to him, when had he ever been so humiliated by being kicked off the bed? You can imagine what his face looked like. Just as he was about to explode with anger, he saw Xia Weibao¡¯s expression change. Her entire face twisted in pain. Lu Hualiang¡¯s face was as dark as water, yet his heart gave a slight jolt. ¡°Don¡¯t think by acting pitiful, I will let you off.¡± ¡°It hurts¡­¡± Cold sweat was breaking out on Xia Weibao. The abrupt movements just now, flipping and kicking people, the wound had split open. Lu Hualiang¡¯s expression slightly changed, as he twisted her body around, only then did he realize that her clothing was already stained red with fresh blood. Faced with the actual situation, Boss Lu¡¯s expression finally shifted, ¡°To the hospital.¡± Xia Weibao grabbed his hand, ¡°No need, just go get me the ointment and also call a maid for me.¡± Chapter 47 - 47 Uh-Oh! Director Lu Has a Nosebleed! Chapter 47: Chapter 47 Uh-Oh! Director Lu Has a Nosebleed! S§×ar?h the N?velFire.n§×t website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Editor: Atlas Studios A maid? Lu Hualiang raised an eyebrow. Then, expressionless, he said, ¡°The maids have all taken a holiday.¡± ¡°Taken a holiday?¡± Xia Weibao looked doubtful. ¡°They were clearly here at dinner time.¡± ¡°After dinner. Housekeeper Fu felt that with college entrance exams in a couple of days, he gave the maids time off to accompany their children for the exam.¡± Very good, that was a slick shift of blame! The college entrance exam is indeed very important, a significant turning point in life that indeed requires full commitment to preparation. Xia Weibao didn¡¯t suspect anything and even thought that Lu Hualiang was quite humane. Except¡­ ¡°Then could you help me get a part-time nurse?¡± ¡°Do nurses not need to sleep in the middle of the night?¡± Xia Weibao was in a difficult position, her brow furrowed into the character for ¡°river¡±. ¡°Maid, nurse, what exactly do you want to do, making such a fuss just to sleep.¡± Lu Hualiang was unfazed, a master who could certainly fool a lie detector! Xia Weibao looked slightly embarrassed, ¡°The injury¡¯s on my back, I can¡¯t apply the medicine myself¡­¡± Having already obtained the medicine, Lu Hualiang¡¯s heart leapt with joy, this was exactly the effect he wanted! But would he reveal that? The answer is no. All he did was give her a disdainful glance, ¡°Troublesome.¡± Then he walked over to the side of the bed and sat down, reaching out to lift her clothes. Xia Weibao was alarmed, protecting her chest with both hands, ready to defend herself, ¡°What are you doing!¡± ¡°Helping you with the medicine, hurry up, if you don¡¯t sleep I still have to.¡± What? He¡¯s going to apply medicine to her? What about her dignity? ¡°No¡­ no need¡­¡± ¡°Can you do it yourself? Or should I call Housekeeper Fu to help you?¡± Xia Weibao, ¡°¡­¡± She would rather not apply the medicine¡­ She reached for her phone, ¡°I¡¯ll call Xiang Chu to help.¡± ¡°Xiang Chu?¡± Lu Hualiang¡¯s eyes slowly narrowed. ¡°Yes, he¡¯s my apprentice.¡± ¡°Xia Weibao, you actually called a man to help you with your medicine!¡± Xia Weibao frowned, did she just hear the sound of teeth grinding? It must be her imagination. ¡°Xiang Chu is a doctor; in his eyes, I¡¯m a patient, and patients aren¡¯t distinguished by gender.¡± ¡°You¡¯re a patient in my eyes too, and I¡¯m your husband besides. It¡¯s the middle of the night, is it alright to bother someone to rush over, don¡¯t they need sleep? I never thought you to be such a selfish person, hurry up, apply the medicine and sleep.¡± Xia Weibao felt immensely embarrassed by his words. Indeed, calling someone over that late would disrupt their rest. But, to have Lu Hualiang apply medicine to her¡­ It felt somewhat awkward. If this person were Emperor Xia Liang, it would be fine, but unfortunately, he was only a lookalike, not her Majesty. However, Lu Hualiang didn¡¯t give her a chance to refuse; he had already lifted up her clothes. Xia Weibao felt helpless, ¡°Wait a moment.¡± Then, she reached out to unbutton her clothes from the front. After unbuttoning, she immediately pulled the quilt up to cover the front. Only then did she let Lu Hualiang help her take off the top. ¡°What¡¯s the point of covering up? Who would want to look.¡± Xia Weibao, ¡°¡­¡± Why did she detect a note of frustration? Was it just her imagination? As the clothing was removed, Lu Hualiang looked at her back and suddenly felt his mouth go dry. The back was a mess of wounds, blackened flesh with bits of new pinkish flesh emerging that looked particularly ferocious. Yet, he felt his body grow warm at the sight. It must be said, Xia Weibao had a great figure. Her slender shoulders were adorned with two butterfly blades, her long back with clearly defined shoulder blades, her delicate waist barely a handful, with smooth contours on both sides leading to the curve of her hips, which stirred the imagination¡­ Plop, a drop of an unidentified red liquid suddenly fell onto Lu Hualiang¡¯s hand. Chapter 48 - 48 Director Lu Reacts Chapter 48: Chapter 48 Director Lu Reacts Editor: Atlas Studios Lu Hualiang quickly reached out and wiped under his nose. Only then did he notice a hand smeared with blood. S§×arch* The NovelFire.net* website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. ¡°What happened?¡± Feeling something was off with the man behind her, Xia Weibao turned around. Lu Hualiang hurriedly pressed down on her shoulders. ¡°It¡¯s nothing, your wound is bleeding, let me clean it for you,¡± he said. As he spoke, he took out some cotton and gently dabbed at the blood on her wound. At the same time, he wiped off the blood from his own nose. Lu Hualiang¡¯s face was as black as the bottom of a pot. To get a nosebleed from such a bloody back, what an embarrassment! It must be because it was his first time seeing a woman¡¯s back, that must be why. Right, it has to be that. However, getting a nosebleed from a sudden glimpse of glamour could be understood, but for it to continue non-stop was puzzling. Even after reapplying the medicine on Xia Weibao, Lu Hualiang¡¯s nosebleed had not stopped. In fact, it was getting worse. Not only that, his whole body began to feel hot. Maybe he had gotten overheated and that¡¯s why his nose was bleeding profusely. Yes, that must be it. Another blood-soaked cotton ball was thrown away. Xia Weibao turned her head and looked at the small mountain of bloodstained cotton, worried. She had already lost too much blood when she was injured, and now that she was bleeding so much, could she die from blood loss? But why, after bleeding so much, didn¡¯t she feel dizzy or blurred vision at all? And, the medicine had been applied, so why hadn¡¯t it stopped bleeding? ¡°Director Lu, is my wound still bleeding?¡± Lu Hualiang¡¯s nostrils were stuffed with cotton, and his expression couldn¡¯t be more frustrated. ¡°It¡¯s fine now.¡± After he finished speaking, he quickly got up and ran into the bathroom before Xia Weibao could turn around. Wash his face. What was going on? It was just applying some medicine, yet he inexplicably got a nosebleed. Not only that, but his heartbeat was also abnormal. Lu Hualiang raised his hand and pressed it over his heart; the frequency was clearly faster than usual. The rhythm had already deviated from the normal level of a heartbeat. In the room, Xia Weibao looked at the floor littered with trash, her face darkened. So stingy. It was just helping her with medicine, and he didn¡¯t even clean up. Instead, he made her, an injured person, do it. When Lu Hualiang came out of a calming shower, Xia Weibao had already fallen asleep. Looking at her peaceful sleeping face, Lu Hualiang¡¯s expression deepened. Here it was again¡­ Even though his heartbeat had normalized, it suddenly increased by a few beats, making him feel uncomfortable all over. Could it be that he¡­ was sick? It looked like he needed to see a doctor. When Xia Weibao woke up the next day, the spot beside her was already cold. She found out from Housekeeper Fu that Lu Hualiang had gone on another business trip, and this time it might be for a month. To this, Her Majesty the Empress cheered! Feeling refreshed in body and mind, her injury healed particularly fast. Within a week, her wounds were all healed. Not only were there no scars, but her skin was even more tender than before! Xiang Chu and Hepburn stared at her face, which was even fairer than before, their admiration nearly turning into stars falling from their eyes. So awesome! Xiang Chu felt that since his master was so powerful, he must keep a close watch on her and definitely not let anyone snatch her away! Hepburn felt that Xia Weibao was so incredible that if he didn¡¯t become her disciple, he would die in regret! The two men looked at each other, and immediately started bickering. As they bickered, they began to fight. Xia Weibao, without a second word, kicked them both out. If they wanted to fight, they could do it outside; she didn¡¯t provide a venue for bickering here. Then she changed into a set of sportswear, put on a mask and sunglasses, and went out happily to have fun. Chapter 49 - 49: Pried Off the Bugatti Emblem Chapter 49: Chapter 49: Pried Off the Bugatti Emblem Editor: Atlas Studios Seeing Xia Weibao heading towards the garage, Housekeeper Fu¡¯s fat quivered. ¡°Madam, are you going out?¡± ¡°Yes, Housekeeper Fu, leave the door open for me tonight.¡± It was her first time going out to have fun, and she estimated that she¡¯d play quite late. After all, she was filled with curiosity about this unfamiliar world. Housekeeper Fu¡¯s fatty flesh trembled as he ran towards the garage, ¡°Madam, wait a moment, I¡¯ll open the door for you.¡± The scene from last time when she floored the pedal and blew the garage door away was still fresh in his memory. He hadn¡¯t yet calculated the extent of his psychological trauma. This time, Xia Weibao didn¡¯t dare to drive such an expensive car again, fearing the recurrence of making a scene with luxury cars. Based on the original owner¡¯s memory, she searched around in Lu Hualiang¡¯s garage. She discovered that even the cheapest car he owned was at least ten million. Xia Weibao had a headache. Truly the first wealthy family of Huaxia! They really were damn rich! As the time she had arranged with Xu Jiayang was approaching, it was her first dinner with the crew, and it wouldn¡¯t be good to be late. But she couldn¡¯t pick a car, and Xia Weibao was vexed. ¡°Housekeeper Fu, how do people usually judge the value of a car?¡± Housekeeper Fu pointed to the logo on a Bugatti beside them, ¡°By the logo, each brand¡¯s logo is different.¡± Xia Weibao¡¯s fingers, delicate as jade shoots, thoughtfully tapped her chin. ¡°Other than the logo, what else do they look at?¡± ¡°That¡¯s about it, I guess.¡± ¡°So you¡¯re saying, if this car didn¡¯t have the logo, it wouldn¡¯t be worth anything?¡± ¡°Naturally, if it didn¡¯t have the logo, who would know what car this is.¡± ¡°Oh,¡± Xia Weibao¡¯s eyes lit up, understanding at last. Then, she reached out, grabbed the Bugatti logo in front, and tried to pry it off¡­ but it was too sturdy and wouldn¡¯t budge. But no matter, she had Inner Strength. So Xia Weibao concentrated her Inner Strength in her hands, and in front of a gobsmacked Housekeeper Fu, she pried the logo off. Pried it off¡­ Off¡­ Off¡­ Off¡­ ¡­ Then she floored the gas pedal and took off with casual confidence. Long after Xia Weibao had left, Housekeeper Fu still couldn¡¯t snap out of his shock¡­ The madam, she, she, she had dismantled a Bugatti with her bare hands?! It scared Baby into eating a giant whale! When she arrived outside the bar Xu Jiayang had chosen, the others had just come from the set. Seeing a luxury car with a hole in the front parked not far away, everyone was a bit stunned. Looking at the car¡¯s model, it had to be a worldwide limited edition Bugatti Veyron, right? But could someone tell them why there was a hole in front of the Bugatti? S~ea??h the N??elFir§×.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Where did the logo go? As they were wondering, the car door opened, and a slender leg clad in white sportswear stepped out first. Following that, a woman with a ponytail, wearing a mask, and sunglasses got out of the car. With a height of 170cm and a curvaceous figure, she was enviably attractive. Her long ponytail swished, tracing an assertive arc. Despite wearing casual sportswear, she exuded the cool charisma of an x-agent! Xia Weibao took off her mask and sunglasses and casually threw them back into the car. Her movements were bold and deft, having a certain dashing vigor about them, akin to an ancient heroine wandering the Jianghu, preferring arms over gowns. She looked fiercely stunning! ¡°So cool!¡± ¡°Who¡¯s that woman, a model? She¡¯s so cool!¡± ¡°And so beautiful, damn, what a class act!¡± ¡°Do you guys feel like she looks a bit familiar¡­¡± Right then, Xia Weibao, who had already seen Xu Jiayang, looked in their direction. Her lips quirked up at an angle, ¡°Director Xu.¡± Chapter 50 - 50 Trouble Comes Looking Chapter 50: Chapter 50 Trouble Comes Looking Editor: Atlas Studios Everyone¡¯s eyes opened slightly wider. This beauty, does she know the director? Could it be¡­ ¡°Do you guys feel that she looks like someone?¡± sea??h th§× N?vel(F)ire.¦Çet website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. ¡°Xia Weibao¡­¡± By this time, Xia Weibao had already walked over, scanning everyone with a smile that wasn¡¯t quite a smile. I really didn¡¯t expect there to be so many beauties in the Allure Crew. And they all look so young and fresh, probably all newcomers. Although they are not as beautiful as the concubines in the Great Xia Kingdom¡¯s Imperial Harem, they have a style of their own. It made even Her Majesty the Empress want to hit on girls. She raised an eyebrow, ¡°Hello, beauties.¡± Xu Jiayang¡¯s expression turned sour, clearly seeing a beautiful woman, but the moment Xia Weibao raised her eyebrow, he saw a libertine poet¡­ ¡°Baby, come over and meet with the members of the crew.¡± As soon as these words came out, everyone¡¯s expressions became somewhat subtle. Now in the crew, Xia Weibao could be said to be a very sensitive person. Not to mention her current entanglement with scandals, just the fact that she¡¯d climbed into Xu Jiayang¡¯s bed and then landed the female lead role had already upset everyone. Moreover, she was being a diva. Haven¡¯t shown her face for over ten days since the start of filming, such high-handedness. Plus, now driving a car worth millions, even though the badge was masked, it was still a Bugatti; no need to guess, she must be kept by someone. So nobody gave her a warm reception. Even with the director here, they couldn¡¯t muster up a smile. Especially the girls, they outright hardened their faces. The face of Xia Weibao was enough to make every woman in the world consider her an enemy! Xu Jiayang introduced them one by one, but they only forced a grin, their attitude cold. Xia Weibao raised an eyebrow, so the beauties were all ignoring her, huh? Why did this feel so unpleasant? ¡°Let¡¯s head inside, I¡¯m starving.¡± Someone muttered, causing Xu Jiayang to feel a bit awkward. He hadn¡¯t expected the crew to have such a big issue with Xia Weibao, showing disrespect even in front of him as the director. Especially Hua Shan, who straight up left once she heard it was a welcome banquet for Xia Weibao. But Xia Weibao seemed unaffected. She believed that every girl was an angel and should be cherished. Hearing someone mention they were hungry, she laughed, ¡°That¡¯s where Director Xu is at fault, how could he let the pretty girls stand outside for so long, what if your legs get sore.¡± The girl who just complained paused, and then her face went slightly red. Despite her bad attitude, Xia Weibao still considered her feelings, making her feel somewhat ashamed. The others were also surprised; seeing this attitude, it seemed¡­ she wasn¡¯t such a big diva after all. Although Allure was a small production, employing actors with no popularity, being public figures, they definitely needed private rooms. ¡°You guys are lucky, this is the last private room available,¡± said the receptionist with a smile, preparing to check them in when a discordant voice broke in. ¡°Wait, that last private room, we¡¯ll take it.¡± Xu Jiayang turned around, and his face fell when he saw the group approaching from behind. The other members of the Allure Crew also looked displeased. Xia Weibao raised an eyebrow, recognizing only one person among this group, Lin Mier. Talk about enemies on a narrow road. She had just stolen the role from Lin Mier, and now Lin Mier was here to snatch her private room. Lin Mier had clearly seen her, her expression darkening at first, but then she lifted a provocative smile. To Lin Mier, Xia Weibao was no different from a rat crossing the street, not worth her attention at all. ¡°Director Li, what is the meaning of this?¡± Chapter 51 - 51: Slapping the Little White Flower in the Face Chapter 51: Chapter 51: Slapping the Little White Flower in the Face Editor: Atlas Studios Xu Jiayang looked displeased. Li Cheng had also been filming a drama called ¡°Imperial Harem,¡± and he and Xu Jiayang had both extended an invitation to Lin Mier at the same time. At that time, Lin Mier took on the role of the female lead in ¡°Allure,¡± causing quite a stir. After all, ¡°Imperial Harem¡± was a TV drama, and ¡°Allure¡± was just an online series, not quite on the same level. Because of this, Li Cheng held a grudge against Xu Jiayang. Latter on, when ¡°Allure¡± changed its female lead, Lin Mier¡¯s tragic persona was well-played, and she became an instant sensation. Seeing her value, as good as a free promotion, Li Cheng once again offered Lin Mier an olive branch. The news of Lin Mier taking on the female lead in ¡°Imperial Harem¡± was also hotly promoted. Li Cheng was praised for his talent appreciation, his magnanimity in letting bygones be bygones, and his keen eye for spotting talent, and the news even topped the hot searches. Unfortunately, just as it hit the hot searches, Xia Weibao¡¯s news of throwing a diva tantrum broke out, so it was kicked down. One could say that during this period, all the hot searches were monopolized by Xia Weibao, and no one else could even dream of getting a look in! Even news of the super-popular movie queen Yan Weiyang taking on a Hollywood blockbuster wanted to compete for the hot searches but was brutally KO¡¯d by Xia Weibao, leaving no room for a second-liner like Lin Mier. Li Cheng was even more resentful of his hot search being taken over. Xu Jiayang and Li Cheng had a falling out, Xia Weibao and Lin Mier had a past beef, and both their crews were competing as they geared up to shoot at the same time. Under these circumstances, you can imagine how the scene would unfold when they met. Li Cheng disdainfully glanced sideways at Xu Jiayang, arrogant and completely unfazed by his presence. He was even somewhat gleeful at his misfortune. Xu Jiayang¡¯s situation was mysteriously similar to that of Xia Weibao. Once a giant in the directing world, an untouchable entity. Now, however, he was like a rat crossing the street, scorned by all directors. Li Cheng took out a VIP card, slapped it arrogantly in front of the receptionist, ¡°The last private room, I¡¯m taking it!¡± Arrogant! Exceptionally arrogant! sea??h th§× n?velFire.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. The tense atmosphere immediately drew the attention of many onlookers who enjoyed a spectacle. Especially after recognizing Lin Mier, they became even more excited. ¡°Look, it¡¯s Lin Mier!¡± ¡°Oh my god, my goddess!¡± ¡°The goddess is so beautiful, Mier, please give me an autograph¡­¡± The crowd was full of actors, yet all eyes were on Lin Mier, which filled her with pride. Her lips slowly curled into a smile, and just then, a discordant voice rang out. ¡°The beauty in the white sports outfit is so pretty¡­¡± ¡°My god, so beautiful, do you guys feel like she looks familiar?¡± ¡°She kind of resembles Mier, but she¡¯s so much more beautiful than Mier.¡± ¡°Could it be Xia Weibao?¡± ¡°How could it be! This beauty is obviously all-natural, how could you compare her with Xia Weibao¡¯s plastic surgery face.¡± ¡°Exactly, didn¡¯t you notice she¡¯s bare-faced? Celebrities wear makeup all the time, their skin is so bad, there¡¯s no way they¡¯d dare to be seen without makeup.¡± ¡°True, let¡¯s not compare that trash Xia Weibao to the heavenly beauty¡­¡± Appearances are born from the heart, and the current Xia Weibao had switched spirits, making her whole appearance glow with radiance, looking completely different from before. Furthermore, she used to appear only while wearing makeup, but now that she was unadorned, she seemed fresher and more elegant. This version of her was different from the movie queen under the spotlight. Add to that her three-year retreat from the industry, and now her comeback, all the media were hell-bent on painting her in the worst light, keen on blackening her image until she would never be able to turn her fortunes. All the photos of her online were distortioned to make her look ugly. Therefore, despite the many onlookers, not a single one could recognize her. Meanwhile, Lin Mier¡¯s face darkened with fury. Chapter 52 - 52: What a beautiful slap in the face! Chapter 52: Chapter 52: What a beautiful slap in the face! Editor: Atlas Studios Indeed, wherever Xia Weibao was, she was the one being ignored! Never able to step out of Xia Weibao¡¯s shadow, how could she not be furious! S§×ar?h the NovelFire.net* website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. She must trample Xia Weibao beneath her feet, definitely! Of course, with so many eyes watching, she wouldn¡¯t be foolish enough to confront this personally, as it would affect her image. So she signaled to a nearby minor actor with her eyes. The minor actor was Lin Mier¡¯s lackey and immediately understood her intent. With arrogant chin-up, and a face full of sarcasm, ¡°Not even weighing oneself, a lowly web drama crew dares to make noise against us. ¡®Imperial Harem¡¯ is a TV drama that will be broadcast on radio stations, unlike some dramas that can only play on websites. And it can¡¯t even make it onto major websites, what a future!¡± Upon hearing these words, the faces of everyone from the Allure Crew turned sour. The broadcasting of Allure was indeed a big problem. Xia Weibao and Xu Jiayang, currently blacklisted by the entire nation! Netizens unanimously pledged not to watch ¡®Allure.¡¯ This also suggested that no website would stream ¡®Allure.¡¯ This was something everyone was aware of, but they had not reached that step yet, so no one thought about it. Now that it was brought up, the embarrassment was imaginable. The Allure actors, already displeased with Xia Weibao, now displayed outright hostility. If it weren¡¯t for her snatching Lin Mier¡¯s leading role with such lowly methods, ¡®Allure¡¯ wouldn¡¯t have been blacklisted. And with Lin Mier¡¯s status in the entertainment industry, even if she couldn¡¯t turn ¡®Allure¡¯ into a hit, at least she would have brought in traffic. Now, they had nothing. Many of these obscure actors were filming for the first time, and it was hard enough to get a role; but because of Xia Weibao, ¡®Allure¡¯ was blacklisted, and they were blacklisted as well. Now they were also being publicly embarrassed. You can imagine how they felt. The one with the ugliest expression had to be Xu Jiayang. Once, when he made a name for himself in the director¡¯s circle, Li Cheng was just an intern director, and now he dared to slap his face in public! Seeing Xu Jiayang¡¯s sullen face gave Li Cheng an incomparable sense of satisfaction. Thinking back on Xu Jiayang¡¯s achievements in the director¡¯s circle, how many people envied and were jealous of him¡ªhe was one of them! Little did he imagine that time had changed and it was his turn to hold his head high and gloat! ¡°Director Xu, the Supreme Card comes with priority rights. If you could also present a Supreme Card, you might have priority too, but¡­¡± Li Cheng said, laughing heartily, his eyes full of disdain. ¡°Look at what I¡¯m saying, with your current financial situation, Director Xu, just coming to this kind of five-star bar requires saving for months, doesn¡¯t it? How could you possibly have a VIP Supreme Card.¡± Saying this, he even smugly tapped Xu Jiayang¡¯s shoulder twice with his Supreme Card. His face, etched with mockery, ¡°Director Xu, I¡¯m not trying to be mean, but for a crew as poor as ¡®Allure,¡¯ where even props are homemade, why bother coming to a high-end place and pretending to be more than you are, can you even afford it?¡± He bit down hard on the last few words. Listening, Xu Jiayang¡¯s face turned as black as the bottom of a pot. The members of the Allure Crew were even more mortified. Just as Xu Jiayang was about to explode, Xia Weibao stepped forward. With a smile that wasn¡¯t quite a smile, she looked at Li Cheng. ¡°Director Li is right, we from Allure truly don¡¯t have a VIP Supreme Card. A poor crew like ours could only have these worthless trash cards.¡± As she spoke, she slapped a VIP Supreme Card onto the front desk. Chapter 53 - 53 Xia Weibaos Man Chapter 53: Chapter 53 Xia Weibao¡¯s Man Editor: Atlas Studios Everyone¡¯s gaze fell upon the half-transparent black-gold crystal card. It was a very pure crystal card, devoid of any pattern or text, resembling a smooth black-golden crystal that flickered with a low-key yet mysterious light under the bar¡¯s scattered lighting. Suddenly, Li Cheng burst into loud laughter. ¡°What kind of card is this, so dark and textless you can hardly make it out, don¡¯t tell me you picked this piece of junk up somewhere and had the audacity to show it off. sea??h th§× N?vel?ire.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Your head must be screwed on funny, hahaha.¡± The members of the ¡°Imperial Harem¡± crew, who had been following Li Cheng, thought Xia Weibao was showing off something significant and were initially a bit scared. After hearing what Li Cheng said, they breathed a sigh of relief. Not only that, they joined in the laughter. Li Cheng¡¯s face was full of spiteful satisfaction, brimming with contempt, ¡°This wouldn¡¯t happen to be a prop from your ¡®Allure¡¯ crew, would it? If you¡¯re trying to pretend to be more important than you are, you should at least get something more convincing, like a card with the bar¡¯s logo or the name written on it. See, like this one here, marked as a VIP guest card.¡± Li Cheng haughtily waved his VIP guest card in front of Xia Weibao and then tossed it arrogantly onto the front desk. ¡°VIP customers have priority, we¡¯re taking this private room. Make it quick, don¡¯t ruin my mood.¡± The receptionist looked at Xia Weibao¡¯s crystal card with some confusion, not understanding what Xia Weibao meant. She was new and only recognized the guest cards. She glanced apologetically at Xu Jiayang and the others. ¡°I¡¯m really sorry everyone, our bar does have a policy that VIP guest cards have priority, please come again next time.¡± After speaking, she lowered her head to prepare the registration. The members of the ¡°Allure¡± crew were all red-faced with humiliation. So embarrassing. They had already suffered one humiliation, but Xia Weibao had just gone and up and made them face another. What use was it putting on a crystal card that looked noble and mysterious but was utterly meaningless? Xia Weibao herself was also somewhat stunned. She placed one hand on the keyboard, preventing the receptionist from registering. ¡°Go call your general manager.¡± This card was given to her by Lu Hualiang, who said that as long as she was in Huaxia Country, she could go anywhere with this card. He couldn¡¯t have deceived her. The only explanation for the current situation was that these minions were too lowly to have ever seen this card! The receptionist was in a difficult position, ¡°This¡­¡± Finally catching up to the situation, Xu Jiayang, now solemn, said, ¡°Go call your general manager, you can¡¯t handle the consequences if something goes wrong.¡± After a moment¡¯s hesitation, the receptionist still called the general manager. Xu Jiayang¡¯s gaze toward Xia Weibao was deeply concerned. That card¡­ Li Cheng might not have seen it, but during his most glorious days, Xu Jiayang had the fortune to see it once. The highest level in the country, with the utmost authority, a limited edition Supreme Card that¡¯s recognized in all fields! The epitome of privilege, the ultimate among cards! It could be said that the black-gold Supreme Card was a symbol of identity and status, with only three in the entire country! President of Lu Corporation, Lu Hualiang. Eldest young master of the Fang Family, Fang Lilin. President of Huaxia Country, Yan Fei. The nation¡¯s youngest and most influential, the three kingpins with the highest authority and power. One could say that only those who could make Huaxia Country tremble with a stomp of their foot were deserving of the Supreme Card. Xu Jiayang¡¯s heart surged with tumultuous waves, wondering who exactly was the man behind Xia Weibao!? Chapter 54 - 54: Someone Always Wants to Court Death Chapter 54: Chapter 54: Someone Always Wants to Court Death Editor: Atlas Studios Seeing Xia Weibao and Xu Jiayang still desperately struggling, Li Cheng looked at them as if he were looking at a pitiful insect on the brink of death. ¡°Thinking that calling the general manager will turn things around?¡± This VIP card he had was only given to those who spent ten million a year, and considering Xu Jiayang¡¯s current situation, let alone ten million, he probably couldn¡¯t even afford a hundred thousand! Make a scene, make a scene. It would be best if this got to the headlines. Let¡¯s see how Xu Jiayang will lose face! With this thought, Li Cheng felt even more proud. Suddenly, his gaze fell upon Xia Weibao¡¯s face, and he was startled for a moment. He had to admit, this woman was really beautiful. And her figure was beyond reproach. If she could be with Xu Jiayang, why couldn¡¯t she be with him, Li Cheng? With that thought, Li Cheng¡¯s gaze towards Xia Weibao became lecherous. He walked up to Xia Weibao and lowered his voice. ¡°Miss Xia, I have a drama in preparation, and the leading lady hasn¡¯t been decided yet. How about¡­I treat you to a drink?¡± Such an obvious tone caused Xia Weibao¡¯s face to instantly turn cold. She suddenly smiled, a captivating and dazzling smile that blinded Li Cheng. This woman was truly exceptional; if he could spend a night of spring with her, even as a ghost, he would be considered debonair! So he smiled even more ambiguously, ¡°Miss Xia, as long as you are willing, the leading role in my next drama is yours.¡± Xia Weibao¡¯s eyes drifted down, landing on his greasy belly. She almost threw up the dinner she had digested the night before. ¡°Miss Xia, what are you thinking about?¡± ¡°I¡¯m thinking, being both directors, why is Director Xu so handsome, yet you turned out to be a piece of char siu?¡± And it¡¯s the greasy kind of char siu that looks disgusting just by seeing it! Li Cheng¡¯s face instantly turned sour¡ªhe was given face and yet didn¡¯t take it! ¡°Xia Weibao, don¡¯t push your luck. You really think you¡¯re a movie queen? Who knows how many people have played with this worn-out trash! Stop putting on airs! Believe it or not, I can tell the media right now that you offered to sleep with them for a role, and let your reputation be ruined!¡± She was but a whore common to all! It was her honor that he was willing to bend the rules for her! Sear?h the N?vel(F)ire.¦Çet website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. His voice was very low, but Xu Jiayang was close enough to hear it. His eyes showed some sympathy. Who gave him the courage to set his sights on Xia Weibao? Those three men dominated the military, political, and business spheres. Whichever it was, a single glance could obliterate him. Just as he was about to step forward to help, Xia Weibao glared at him. Xu Jiayang was startled for a moment, but after receiving Xia Weibao¡¯s hint, although puzzled, he still took two steps back. To Li Cheng, who observed this scene, it seemed as if Xia Weibao was already wavering. So he laughed like a pig, ¡°Miss Xia is indeed a smart person. How can Xu Jiayang compare with me? How many times did you sleep with him for him to give you the leading role in a web drama? Just follow me, and I guarantee you¡¯ll enjoy the good life¡­ Yuk, what¡¯s that delightful scent?¡± Xia Weibao smiled with an ambiguous intent, and rubbed her fingertip under her nose. ¡°Naturally, it¡¯s something good.¡± She had prepared it a few days ago and didn¡¯t know how effective it would be, so it was just right to test it on this pig. ¡°What¡¯s going on.¡± At that moment, a middle-aged man in a suit walked over, surrounded by two bodyguards. He had an arrogant attitude and a face full of impatience. The receptionist immediately presented the two cards, and then explained the whole situation. ¡°General Manager, they are making unreasonable trouble and insisted on seeing you; I had no choice,¡± said the receptionist with a hint of complaint, shifting the blame entirely onto Xia Weibao and her company. CREATORS¡¯ THOUGHTS AtlasStudios From 15 Feb 2020, Coins spent on books that aren¡¯t selected will be refunded within 30 days. However, Fast Passes will not be refunded. The selected book will have a mark on the corner of the book cover in 30 days to indicate continuation. Thank you for your understanding. Chapter 55 - 55: This Face-Slapping is So Satisfying! Chapter 55: Chapter 55: This Face-Slapping is So Satisfying! Editor: Atlas Studios ¡°Can¡¯t you call security for being unreasonable? Why do you keep calling me over for every little thing? Don¡¯t you know I¡¯m very busy¡­¡± The words of the general manager got stuck in his throat as he caught sight of the Crystal Card in the receptionist¡¯s hand. His eyes kept widening. He suddenly shivered. He snatched the Supreme Card. ¡°Whose card is this!¡± ¡°Mine,¡± Xia Weibao raised her hand. The moment he saw her, the general manager was momentarily dazed, such a beautiful woman¡­ Then he snapped back to reality, breaking out in a cold sweat. A woman who possessed this card was way beyond his reach! His face changed in an instant, ¡°How may I address this Miss?¡± ¡°Xia Weibao.¡± ¡°Oh, so it¡¯s Xia¡­ Xia Weibao?!¡± The general manager was so shocked that his eyeballs nearly popped out! The washed-up movie queen Xia Weibao who had been blackened by the entertainment industry recently? The general manager hesitated, as a woman with Xia Weibao¡¯s reputation couldn¡¯t possibly catch the eye of the three giants. But he wasn¡¯t sure either; after all, those three were not people he could afford to offend. ¡°Excuse me for a moment,¡± he said. The general manager hurried off and scanned the card with his phone. When the information showed it was a supplementary card of Lu Hualiang, he almost wet his pants from fright. Heavens! How could it be Lu Hualiang, the most ruthless man in the country, bar none! The general manager came scrambling back, almost treating Xia Weibao like an ancestor. ¡°Miss Xia, I am so sorry, can I help you with anything?¡± Seeing his reaction, everyone was stunned. Especially Li Cheng, who was completely dumbfounded. The manager of Brilliance Bar was a well-known figure in the Underworld, known for his ruthlessness. Why was he being so subservient to Xia Weibao? Could it be because of that card? Xia Weibao¡¯s lips curled slightly, ¡°My friends and I wanted to have a drink, but there were no private rooms left.¡± ¡°There are, of course, rooms. It¡¯s an honor for Brilliance Bar to have Miss Xia visit us, how could we possibly not have a private room.¡± ¡°Is that so? But the last private room just went to Director Li. Although my friends and I arrived early, we couldn¡¯t compete with someone who holds a VIP card.¡± The general manager¡¯s sweat was dripping. ¡°The receptionist is new here and didn¡¯t recognize Tai Shan and offended Miss Xia, I will fire her immediately.¡± The receptionist panicked immediately upon hearing that, ¡°General manager¡­¡± Sear?h the ¦ÇovelFire.¦Çet website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. ¡°Quickly apologize to Miss Xia and then pack up your things and get out!¡± Xia Weibao frowned. ¡°No need, she was just doing her job. But that private room¡­¡± The general manager immediately put on a flattering smile, ¡°That¡¯s just an ordinary room, how could it be worthy of Miss Xia and your friends? I¡¯ll have someone clear out the No.1 room right away.¡± As soon as he said that, everyone¡¯s expression changed. Who didn¡¯t know that the No.1 private room was not open to the public and only entertained the most top-tier guests? Now it was being offered to Xia Weibao¡­ Lin Mier¡¯s fingertips turned white as she clenched them, her eyes filled with jealousy that was almost spilling over like poison! How could this be? What was the background of Xia Weibao¡¯s card? Xia Weibao raised her hand slightly, ¡°No need, I¡¯ll just take that room from earlier.¡± ¡°Yes, yes, yes, and hurry up with Miss Xia¡¯s registration!¡± The general manager glared at the receptionist, warning her not to make any more trouble, else he¡¯d skin her alive! Then he continued to smile at Xia Weibao, ¡°Miss Xia, please enjoy yourself. All expenses are on me, as compensation to Miss Xia.¡± Xia Weibao looked at Li Cheng and Lin Mier with a half-smile, ¡°What about these people¡­?¡± ¡°Kick them out! Put them all on the blacklist!¡± CREATORS¡¯ THOUGHTS AtlasStudios From 15 Feb 2020, Coins spent on books that aren¡¯t selected will be refunded within 30 days. However, Fast Passes will not be refunded. The selected book will have a mark on the corner of the book cover in 30 days to indicate continuation. Thank you for your understanding. Chapter 56 - 56: One is more shameless than the other! Chapter 56: Chapter 56: One is more shameless than the other! Editor: Atlas Studios Upon hearing these words, the faces of the ¡°Imperial Harem¡± crew turned unsightly. It felt like they had been slapped several times, utterly humiliated! Especially Li Cheng and Lin Mier. Among the group, they were the most prominent figures. Being swept out of the Brilliance Bar and added to the blacklist if word got out, how could they ever hold their heads up high again? How preposterous, what on earth was Xia Weibao¡¯s card! As for the ¡°Allure¡± crew, they looked triumphant! Every one of them held their heads high and chests out, feeling incredibly vindicated. That¡¯s for being so arrogant, for looking down on us, for kicking us out! Now you¡¯ve been slapped in the face. Deservedly so! Li Cheng¡¯s expression was dark and sullen as he stared at Xia Weibao, wishing he could bore a hole through her with his gaze. Seeing that they weren¡¯t leaving, the general manager¡¯s face instantly darkened. ¡°Still not leaving? Dragging your feet, do you really need me to get a sedan chair to carry you out?¡± With that, he gestured for the security guards to shoo them off. Just when Li Cheng and the others felt awkward, Xia Weibao spoke up. ¡°Wait a minute.¡± Li Cheng¡¯s heart leapt with joy, could it be Xia Weibao wanted to curry favor with him, and then ask for the leading lady¡¯s role? Thinking so, the awkwardness just vanished, and he was once again pompous, seemingly waiting for Xia Weibao to come ingratiate herself. Xia Weibao smiled with a meaningful look. ¡°General Manager, Director Li is, after all, a person of status. It¡¯s not nice to kick him out like this,¡± she said. Li Cheng scoffed, thinking she knew her place! Xia Weibao continued, ¡°Just now, Director Li said that a poor drama crew like ours should just grab a street stall or squat under a bridge with bowls in our hands. I completely disagree. So, I was thinking, if I ever encountered such a poor drama crew, I definitely wouldn¡¯t let them squat under the bridge with bowls in their hands. No matter what, I¡¯d offer them a corner to shelter them from the wind and rain, right?¡± The general manager was somewhat confused, ¡°So what you mean, Miss Xia¡­¡± Xia Weibao generously waved her hand, ¡°Since it¡¯s the last private room, let¡¯s share it.¡± The general manager was sharp, instantly grasping her intention. ¡°Someone, bring a few bowls and place them in the corner of the private room, so that Director Li and others can eat comfortably.¡± Xia Weibao raised an eyebrow, tossing a ¡®you¡¯ve got a bright future¡¯ look at the general manager. sea??h th§× novel(F~)ire.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Then she continued, ¡°And give them a bowl of white rice each while you¡¯re at it. Otherwise, holding a bowl like that, it looks too much like begging, which isn¡¯t nice.¡± Pfft¡­ As soon as she said this, the entire ¡°Allure¡± crew couldn¡¯t help but laugh. Such a vicious move! Letting others hold a bowl of white rice and crouch in a corner watching you eat, drink, and be merry is too mean, too shameless, too¡­ delightful! Damn satisfying! That¡¯s for being so pompous, now you know what real arrogance feels like! And the ¡°Imperial Harem¡± crew all twisted their faces in discomfort. They looked worse than if they had eaten excrement. Xia Weibao was feeling playful, and Xu Jiayang was slightly displeased. He chided, ¡°Baby, Director Li is a renowned director, after all. It would sound awful if this got out. And you might even work on Director Li¡¯s projects in the future. Don¡¯t take things too far.¡± His serious words silenced the ¡°Allure¡± crew. They thought Director Xu was truly a good person. Even after they trampled all over you, you still speak on their behalf. Only Xia Weibao asked like an obedient Baby, ¡°What Director Xu teaches is right, so what should be done instead?¡± The ¡°Imperial Harem¡± crew was visibly moved, thinking Director Xu was truly kind. And then they saw Xu Jiayang benevolently decree. ¡°Give each one of them a small stool. Sitting down will make eating more comfortable.¡± Chapter 57 - 57: My Lady, Dont Speak, Its Too Embarrassing Chapter 57: Chapter 57: My Lady, Don¡¯t Speak, It¡¯s Too Embarrassing Editor: Atlas Studios ¡°` ¡°Pffhahaha¡­¡± The people from the ¡°Allure¡± film crew couldn¡¯t help it anymore and burst into loud laughter, clutching their bellies. S§×arch* The N??eFire.¦Çet website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. That was ruthless! Each one was more ruthless than the last! Normally, when they saw their director with a stern face, they thought he was a very serious and upright person, but they didn¡¯t expect him to be so shamelessly enjoyable. The general manager wiped off an imaginary sweat; these people were too ruthless. Making fun of someone without leaving any dignity intact. ¡°What are you standing around for, go buy some stools.¡± Xia Weibao kindly reminded, ¡°Remember to buy some of good quality, otherwise if Director Li sits down and it collapses, that would be so embarrassing.¡± ¡°Hahaha¡­¡± Belly laughs were no longer enough, someone actually laughed so hard they fell to the ground. Li Cheng¡¯s face was as black as the bottom of a pot, and he glared at Xia Weibao with hatred, ¡®You just wait!¡¯ ¡°Let¡¯s go!¡± Lin Mier had never felt so humiliated, casting a malicious glance at Xia Weibao and reluctantly followed. The people from the ¡°Imperial Harem¡± film crew had already lost face, all covering their faces and sneaking off. ¡°Director Li, what do you mean by this? Are you dissatisfied with the private room I¡¯ve arranged for you?¡± asked the general manager with a darkened face and a dangerous tone. Xia Weibao obviously had it in for these people; how could he let them leave. He now only wanted to please this woman. If she was happy, maybe Lu Hualiang wouldn¡¯t take today¡¯s issues to heart. Li Cheng¡¯s smile was forced, ¡°How can that be, the general manager¡¯s arrangement is naturally good, but¡­¡± ¡°Knowing that it¡¯s good, then hurry up and get inside. If you¡¯re dissatisfied with my arrangement, I doubt you¡¯d be satisfied with any other bar in the entire royal city.¡± Then he turned to the security guard, ¡°Count the number of people. If anyone dares to leave, immediately report their names to the media and ask for help to spread the word, making sure all the bars see it and then put them all together into a blacklist.¡± A threat! An absolute threat! Here, whether actor or director, no one could afford to lose that face! Xia Weibao walked up to Li Cheng and flicked off non-existent dust from the hem of his clothes. ¡°I have a fault; I¡¯m protective. Whoever dares to touch my people, I¡¯ll make it impossible for them to live as proper people!¡± Every line spoke of support. Such protective words warmed the hearts of those from the ¡°Allure¡± crew. Since the filming of ¡°Allure¡± began, they¡¯d faced so many humiliations, living every day in others¡¯ spit and disdainful looks. Never before had they felt as proud and elated as now. Everyone¡¯s look at Xia Weibao changed; actually, she was not as bad as the internet rumors had made her out to be. When entering the private room, Xu Jiayang deliberately stayed behind Xia Weibao. ¡°With such support, you could strut around in the future.¡± Xia Weibao was startled for a moment before realizing there was more to Xu Jiayang¡¯s words. She smiled and said, ¡°Support can fall, only relying on oneself can one stand tall. What do you think, Director Xu?¡± Xu Jiayang nodded in satisfaction, ¡°I understand.¡± He hadn¡¯t misjudged her; Xia Weibao was not a woman content to hide behind a man. And she scorned the idea of relying on a man. Otherwise, with her beauty, how could she have fallen to her current straits? He patted her shoulder, ¡°Fight on.¡± As the crew entered the private room, they were all very excited. Brilliance Bar, a place not just anyone could enter! And tonight, everything was free; not taking full advantage would be a disservice to themselves! Xia Weibao was thrilled and slapped the table, ¡°Bring out the best beer you have here, the best kind, the ones that cost twenty per bottle, not ten!¡± ¡°` Chapter 58 - 58: Opening Red Wine with Bare Hands, The Empress is So Cool! Chapter 58: Chapter 58: Opening Red Wine with Bare Hands, The Empress is So Cool! Editor: Atlas Studios At that remark, everyone¡¯s excited expressions froze on their faces. Two¡­ twenty yuan for a bottle of beer? In Brilliance Bar, where the drinks start at five figures, to order a twenty-yuan bottle of beer?!!! Xu Jiayang turned his head silently, wishing he could pretend he didn¡¯t know her. You¡¯re wearing clothes that are tailor-made at six figures, driving a car worth eight figures. And then, in the top bar in the country, you order a beer for twenty yuan? The general manager even covered his face and ran away in tears. Don¡¯t be like this, using a Supreme Card to order a twenty yuan beer, people will think there¡¯s something wrong with your brain. ¡°Just joking, livening up the mood, everybody carry on, carry on,¡± Xia Weibao said with a laugh, trying to defuse the awkward atmosphere. But to herself, she was thinking dammit, these ads are misleading! What¡¯s this ¡°best beer for twenty bucks, great value for money¡±, taking advantage of her not being fully modernized, are they! Although she had inherited the original owner¡¯s memories, her own consciousness had been too strong, causing the two sets of memories to be disconnected. As a result, many things about modern life she couldn¡¯t remember. It turned out to be a joke, and everyone then came to their senses. Xu Jiayang ordered some drinks, ¡°Bring us a dozen Vielle Bon Secours, and also two bottles of Romanee Conti.¡± Soon, the drinks were served. ¡°Sorry, I forgot the bottle opener.¡± The waitress apologized, then turned to go fetch it. Xia Weibao stood up and took a bottle of Vielle Bon Secours. It¡¯s just a bottle of wine, modern white-cut chicken is such a hassle, no strength at all. ¡°No problem, I¡¯ll help you open them.¡± It¡¯s only right to care for the weak. So Her Majesty the Empress very generously bit down on the bottle cap and with a pop, she bit it off. Within less than half a minute, she had bitten open a dozen beers. Sear?h the novel(F~)ire.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. And that wasn¡¯t all, as everyone watched, astonished, she picked up those two bottles of wine and simply pulled out the corks with her bare hands¡­ She opened them¡­ Opened them¡­ Everyone was so shocked they couldn¡¯t snap out of it for a while, looking at Xia Weibao as if she were The Hulk! What¡­ What strong hands. No one had ever seen someone uncork wine with their bare hands! For some reason, everyone¡¯s thoughts simultaneously turned to her Bugatti and the missing logo at the front¡­ ¡°Baby, where¡¯s the logo from the front of your Bugatti gone to?¡± Someone asked tentatively. Xia Weibao grinned, ¡°I picked it off, yikes, how did you know that¡¯s a Bugatti?¡± Picked it off¡­ Picked it off¡­ Picked it off¡­ In everyone¡¯s minds, these three words kept replaying, and their gaze towards Xia Weibao was like looking at a non-human. So terrifying, she looks so slim yet her strength is so immense! But damn, so cool!!! Such a domineering tomboy, absolutely stunning! While everyone was having a good time, those squatting in the corner were feeling sour. ¡°She¡¯s just a kept woman, what¡¯s she acting all high and mighty for.¡± ¡°Exactly, Xia Weibao that bitch, she¡¯s got nothing on our Mier.¡± ¡°How about Mier performs a classical dance? Let those women who only climb ranks with their looks see what a real goddess is like, one who embodies both beauty and talent!¡± Chapter 59 - 59 Xiao Hua Always Seeking Trouble Chapter 59: Chapter 59 Xiao Hua Always Seeking Trouble Editor: Atlas Studios Originally it was just a casual conversation born out of dissatisfaction, but when they got to this point, the eyes of everyone from the ¡°Imperial Harem¡± crew lit up. Right, how could they have not thought of that! Lin Mier¡¯s classical dance was known to be the best in the entertainment industry. If she were to go up and perform now, she would surely make Xia Weibao feel utterly embarrassed and ashamed! ¡°Mier, go dance a piece, just to liven up the mood. Since we¡¯re out to have fun, it should be lively,¡± someone suggested. Lin Mier had long been harboring the intention. She had suffered so much frustration today and longed to take Xia Weibao down a peg or two! Classical dance was her pride, and it was sure to let her hold her head high! However, she couldn¡¯t just take the stage to dance without reason; otherwise, it might seem like she was showing off. But now that someone else had brought it up, it was a different story. ¡°Mier, go dance a piece, don¡¯t let our crew down,¡± Li Cheng said with a gaze full of resentment. Only then did Lin Mier ¡°reluctantly¡± stand up. ¡°Since everyone is asking, then I¡¯ll perform the Rainbow Feather Dress Dance to liven up the atmosphere. This Rainbow Feather Dress Dance is what I¡¯ve prepared for the finals of ¡®Dance into the Future¡¯, so it¡¯s perfect for everyone to give their opinions,¡± she said. With those words, the excitement on this side of the room increased. And those who were engaged in a lively drinking competition in the room also took notice of the commotion on this side. When they saw Lin Mier slowly start to dance, everyone¡¯s eyes were drawn to her. The Rainbow Feather Dress Dance was a very rhythmic classical dance, graceful and ethereal in movement, with the dancer¡¯s clothes fluttering like those of a fairy when she twirled. Lin Mier was wearing a white chiffon spaghetti strap maxi dress today, which made her look quite ethereal. Additionally, she had practiced long and hard, so all her movements were second nature to her. Thus, as soon as she started dancing, she was in the zone. Every spin, every bend at the waist, every glance back was smooth and natural. It was perfection itself! Even Xu Jiayang was somewhat mesmerized. He had chosen Lin Mier to play Li Qingcheng not only because there were no bigger celebrities available and Lin Mier brought funding to the production, but also because she was recognized as the classical dance goddess of the entertainment industry. Lin Mier debuted using the name Xiao Weibao, but after Xia Weibao was maligned, she started looking for other avenues. Her agent discovered she had a dance background, so they steered her towards developing her dancing skills. In the current entertainment industry, there are many female stars who can dance, but most of them perform modern, trendy dances. To stand out, one must be different. Therefore, Lin Mier chose to throw herself into mastering classical dance. Through the company¡¯s marketing and her own hard work, she earned the title of ¡®classical dance goddess¡¯. S§×ar?h the Novel?ire(.)ne*t website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. That¡¯s why many period dramas prefer her for the female lead role. Even though she didn¡¯t possess much of a classical aura, being skilled in classical dance already made her more suitable than other female stars. It¡¯s just that Lin Mier¡¯s acting left something to be desired. Despite playing so many leading roles, she had failed to become a sensation. Now, as everyone watched Lin Mier dance, they were stunned. Only when she had finished did a burst of enthusiastic applause erupt. ¡°Mier is amazing, so beautiful!¡± ¡°My God, I almost thought I saw a fairy descending; she was just that ethereal, truly.¡± In the face of everyone¡¯s adoration, Lin Mier¡¯s vanity inflated continuously. In the entertainment industry today, she was the only one who excelled at classical dance. As long as she didn¡¯t let this advantage slip away, she would remain the irreplaceable classical dance goddess! She would never be overshadowed! Her heart swelled with pride, yet she didn¡¯t show it on her face. ¡°I wasn¡¯t in the right state just now, the dance wasn¡¯t good.¡± Chapter 60 - 60: If I Dont Slap Your Face, Id Be Letting You Off Too Easy! Chapter 60: Chapter 60: If I Don¡¯t Slap Your Face, I¡¯d Be Letting You Off Too Easy! Editor: Atlas Studios ¡°My god, even when not in top form, she can dance so perfectly. I¡¯m green with envy.¡± ¡°Mier is just being modest, unlike some people who only have a pretty face but no real talent at all.¡± S§×ar?h the nov§×lF~ire.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. ¡°Exactly, our Mier became popular through her skills, which is countless times better than those who can only sleep their way to the top.¡± ¡°Don¡¯t say that, maybe they do have abilities, after all, excelling in bedroom skills is a talent too.¡± ¡°It¡¯s true what they say about drama crews reflecting their cast, with a leading lady so disgusting, it¡¯s obvious what kind of drama they¡¯re making¡­¡± Over at the ¡°Imperial Harem¡± crew, a wave of dismissive laughter broke out. Seeing Lin Mier so outstanding, the frustrations they had just experienced finally eased a little. Meanwhile, everyone at the ¡°Allure¡± crew had sour faces. Those words were clearly directed at Xia Weibao! And in the process, they insulted everyone else too. Having just been defended by Xia Weibao, now they also included her in their circle. Seeing her being insulted, everyone was filled with righteous indignation. But they couldn¡¯t refute the accusations, as Xia Weibao¡¯s reputation was well known. In reality, everyone in the entertainment industry knew the score. How much better could those people on the other side be? Lin Mier was of the same ilk, what right did she have to speak about Xia Weibao. Xu Jiayang¡¯s expression darkened slightly, and just as he was about to stand up, Xia Weibao pushed him back down. ¡°Drink up, don¡¯t mind them.¡± The people from ¡°Imperial Harem¡± felt awkward after shouting for a while with no response. It felt like they had prepared a massive force for a showdown, only to find that their opponent couldn¡¯t even be bothered to show up to the fight, making themselves look like clowns jumping off the floor. After a few more sarcastic remarks, Xia Weibao still remained indifferent, instead drinking joyously and playing drinking games. The people from ¡°Imperial Harem¡± got restless. Especially Lin Mier, who had a surge of irritation inside her. She had intended to intimidate Xia Weibao, but now it seemed like she was the one who was overly sensitive, and that Xia Weibao wasn¡¯t even taking her seriously. This made her extremely upset! She gave her henchwoman another meaningful look. The henchwoman understood and called out loudly, ¡°Senior Xia, I heard you¡¯re also great at dancing. Why not give us a chance to witness it?¡± Provocation, blatant provocation. Everyone knows that Xia Weibao can sing and act, but she¡¯s never danced before. This was clearly an attempt to humiliate her! Xu Jiayang¡¯s expression turned to one of stern anger, and he abruptly stood up. But before he could steady himself, his shoulder felt heavy, and he was pushed back down. Turning his head to look at the hand Xia Weibao had placed on his shoulder, he felt as if there was a mountain¡­ How strong was this woman¡¯s grip? Xia Weibao said with a smile, ¡°How could I dare to embarrass myself in front of the professional Sister Mi? I¡¯m just a little nobody who can¡¯t dance.¡± Lin Mier let out a derisive snort, it seemed this woman had some self-awareness after all. Knowing that she¡¯s nothing but a clown in front of her! Though she felt extremely disdainful inside, her face was all smiles. ¡°It doesn¡¯t matter, I can give you some pointers.¡± That¡¯s exactly what I want, for you to humiliate yourself! How else could my superiority be highlighted? Xia Weibao smiled with a deeper meaning, ¡°Then I¡¯ll go ahead and make a fool of myself. If I dance poorly, please don¡¯t laugh at me, or I¡¯ll be so embarrassed that I might jump off a building.¡± ¡°Of course not,¡± Lin Mier replied with a very proper smile. She felt even more triumphant inside, hoping you¡¯ll be so ashamed that you¡¯ll jump off a building right now! Better off dead and done with it! Chapter 61 - 61: The Empress Makes a Stunning Entrance! Chapter 61: Chapter 61: The Empress Makes a Stunning Entrance! Editor: Atlas Studios Xia Weibao sneered, dancing a classical dance in front of someone from ancient times, was like courting death! Xu Jiayang was somewhat worried. At the same time, he was also somewhat puzzled. Although he had not known Xia Weibao for long, he knew she was a calm and decisive person who would not act without certainty. Clearly, the people on Lin Mier¡¯s side were provoking her, wanting her to make a fool of herself. Why would she agree? Could it be¡­ Soon, Xu Jiayang had his answer. As Xia Weibao slowly began to dance, the entire private room fell silent. She lowered her head slightly, and as she slowly raised it, her beautiful eyes seemed to flow. In that moment, everyone suddenly understood what it meant to be so stunning as to stand alone in an age, breathtakingly beautiful. Her hands fluttered softly, supple as if boneless. Her waist pressed down like willows, graceful as flowing clouds and water. Ethereal and nimble, graceful as a startled swan, like a roaming dragon, she touched everyone¡¯s heartstrings. Even though she wore a very modern tracksuit, her flexible limbs and elegant movements expressed an ethereal fairyland and the image of a dancing fairy. It was an immersive experience. As if they had all traveled back to ancient times, forgetting the clamor of the mundane world. If Lin Mier¡¯s Rainbow Feather Dress Dance had been performed perfectly, then Xia Weibao¡¯s dance had reached the ultimate level! Until the dance ended, everyone was still immersed in the dance, unable to snap back to reality for a long time. Not until Xia Weibao finished a drink did a thunderous round of applause break out. ¡°Baby, you were fantastic!¡± ¡°Oh my God, Baby, you were stunning.¡± ¡°Stunning¡¯s an understatement. I was so shocked I felt like my soul had left my body! So beautiful, really, I can¡¯t even, I need to drink a dozen beers to calm down!¡± Everyone on this side was overjoyed, crowding around Xia Weibao as if they wanted to toss her into the air. On the other hand, everyone¡¯s faces looked terrible. The harsher they had trampled on Xia Weibao, the harder they were slapped in the face now! Especially Lin Mier, her fingernails digging into her palm, she didn¡¯t even realize that blood was flowing. She tried to muster a smile to maintain her composure, but she could not smile no matter how hard she tried. Xia Weibao¡¯s dance made her anxious and filled her with a sense of crisis. Her position in the entertainment circle was only secure because no one else¡¯s classical dance was better than hers. But now, with just one move, Xia Weibao could throw her out of the galaxy! How could she not worry? The Allure crew had clearly noticed Lin Mier¡¯s expression and began to jeer. ¡°Who was it just now who said they would give Baby some pointers? Come on then, let¡¯s hear your critique, hurry up.¡± ¡°Hahaha, Sasha, don¡¯t make it hard for others okay, can¡¯t you see their face is all swollen up?¡± ¡°Tch! What goddess of classical dance, she can¡¯t even compare to a toe of our Baby.¡± ¡°Dancing like a clown and still called a goddess, then what is our Baby? A fairy?¡± ¡°Ah, some people just don¡¯t know how high the sky is, or how deep the earth is, unlike our Baby, who could rely on her looks alone yet is still so talented, oh it makes it hard for those who have neither looks nor talent to live¡­¡± ¡°Exactly, Baby is just too humble, with your skills, you said jumping off a building would do, but for certain others, shouldn¡¯t they be jumping off an airplane¡­¡± ¡°Hahaha¡­¡± Lin Mier couldn¡¯t stand the humiliation any longer and ran off with a red face. The Imperial Harem crew, whose faces had been swollen, had longed to hide, and now they all slunk away, covering their swollen cheeks. The Allure crew cheered. Only Xu Jiayang, watching Xia Weibao being adored by everyone, fell into deep thought. After the venue had cleared out, he prepared a few tricky phrases, then took out his phone. ¡°Leng Yan, I want Xia Weibao to participate in the ¡®Dance into the Future¡¯ finale.¡± S~ea??h the Nov§×l?ire.n(e)t website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Chapter 62 - 62: A Dragon Trapped in Shallow Waters, Isnt it a Creature of the Pond Chapter 62: Chapter 62: A Dragon Trapped in Shallow Waters, Isn¡¯t it a Creature of the Pond Editor: Atlas Studios Leng Yan, who was about to go to sleep, twitched nervously and then leapt up. ¡°Xu Jiayang, what kind of crazy thing are you pulling now.¡± ¡°I¡¯m serious.¡± The Xu Family is adept at persuasion¡­ oh no, adept at enticing. ¡°Leng Yan, you¡¯ve got to believe me, Xia Weibao is a very talented artist. As long as we create opportunities for her, she will definitely become popular.¡± Leng Yan sneered, ¡°Do I look like such an idiot to you? To be fooled by you over and over again? You said this last time too, and what was the result? Now the whole sky is full of Xia Weibao¡¯s scandals!¡± Leng Yan, frustrated and annoyed, raked his fingers through his hair. He had never seen an artist this prone to attracting negative attention, and he didn¡¯t know whom Xia Weibao had offended! Ever since her comeback, the headlines had been filled with her scandals every single day. ¡°Ah Yang, listen to my advice, give up on Xia Weibao. You¡¯ve been in the industry long enough, can¡¯t you tell that someone is manipulating things from behind the scenes?¡± No artist is naturally prone to scandal. Artists getting involved in scandals is normal, but when everyone suddenly turns against one person and keeps at it for three years, with the old scandals still being heatedly discussed, it¡¯s clear that they want to ruin Xia Weibao for good! The scariest part is, after such a long investigation, utilizing all his connections, he still couldn¡¯t figure out who was pulling the strings behind the scenes. It was clear just how terrifying the person Xia Weibao had upset must be! ¡°Ah Yang, Xia Weibao has gotten herself into trouble; let¡¯s just keep our own counsel. Back when Xia Weibao was the Top Sister at Empire Entertainment, a cash cow, they didn¡¯t hesitate to ban her outright, which shows that the person out to get Xia Weibao is someone even Empire Entertainment fears. S§×ar?h the N?vel(F)ire.n§×t website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Why should we get involved in these muddy waters?¡± There was no reply from the phone for a long time, and Leng Yan frowned. ¡°Ah Yang, are you still there? Xu Jiayang!!!¡± Roar roar roar, I go all philosophical once in a blue moon, spouting great truths, and you run off on me!!! It was only after quite a while that Xu Jiayang¡¯s voice came through the phone. ¡°Sorry, I just went out for a smoke. What were you saying?¡± Leng Yan, ¡°¡­¡± I¡¯m saying someone should off you, dammit!!! Ignoring Leng Yan¡¯s meltdown, Xu Jiayang continued with his calm voice, ¡°The finals of ¡®Dance into the Future¡¯ are in two days. Do you have any way to get Xia Weibao to drop in unexpectedly?¡± ¡°Dammit, I¡¯ll drop in on your sister!!!¡± Roar roar roar, Xu, I swear I¡¯m going to cut ties with you!!! ¡°I don¡¯t have a sister. Just get Xia Weibao to drop in unexpectedly.¡± ¡°Xu Jiayang are you playing dead or what? I¡¯m telling you to give up on Xia Weibao!¡± ¡°No way!¡± Xu Jiayang was resolute. He trusted his own judgment; Xia Weibao could definitely become hugely popular, and not just popular but explosively so! A dragon trapped in shallow waters is not destined to remain there. Someday, she would soar to great heights! And he had an intuition that day was not far off. Having been a director for so many years, he had seen all kinds of people, but Xia Weibao was the only person whose potential he couldn¡¯t completely see through from the first glance. Somehow, he had an intuition that no traps could hold her, not Hongtu, not the royal city, not Huaxia, not even the entire entertainment industry. If she was destined to rise to the highest heavens, then let him be the one to discover her talent, to help her set sail. ¡°Fuck, Xu Jiayang, don¡¯t tell me it¡¯s like what people are saying out there, that Xia Weibao has climbed into your bed.¡± Xu Jiayang¡¯s expression darkened, ¡°What are you babbling about!¡± ¡°Then why are you pushing her so hard.¡± ¡°You¡¯ve already been cornered by Hongtu, what other choice do you have?¡± ¡°To hell with Hongtu!¡± ¡°Your goddess¡­¡± Hit the nail on the head! Chapter 63 - 63: Screwed over so badly, not even underwear is left! Chapter 63: Chapter 63: Screwed over so badly, not even underwear is left! Editor: Atlas Studios Leng Yan immediately jumped up like a pig that had been poked in the butt. ¡°Damn it!¡± ¡°You cursing won¡¯t do a thing. If Hongtu goes bankrupt, you¡¯ll just have to attend the goddess¡¯ wedding.¡± ¡°Motherfucker! I¡¯m going all in against you. It¡¯s just a matter of Xia Weibao, not some kind of natural disaster or wild beast! I refuse to believe we can¡¯t make her a star!¡± ¡°That¡¯s the spirit I want to see,¡± Director Xu said, comforted at having fooled him into agreement. ... ¡°But all the contestants in ¡®Dance into the Future¡¯ finale were promoted from the preliminary rounds, it¡¯s basically impossible to get Xia Weibao in now.¡± Leng Yan was troubled. ¡°I already thought of that; we can have her drop in as a challenge entrant in the finale.¡± A challenge entrant? Leng Yan¡¯s eyes lit up, and he slapped his forehead. Exactly, why didn¡¯t he think of that! Many shows, to add interest, have a challenge segment. They invite skilled individuals to join in the middle of the show to challenge the contestants. If the challenger wins, they replace the original contestant and continue in the competition. This not only increases the tension for the contestants but also makes the show more interesting. ¡°No way, the challenge entrant has to be skilled, and Xia Weibao can¡¯t dance at all. Plus, ¡®Dance into the Future¡¯ doesn¡¯t have a challenge segment.¡± S§×ar?h the Nov§×l?ire.n(e)t website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Xia Weibao started as a singer and then turned to acting; she never danced before. ¡°No, she can dance!¡± When it came to dancing, Xu Jiayang recalled Xia Weibao¡¯s dancing, and he was still somewhat astonished. ¡°Leng Yan, Xia Weibao has hidden her light under a bushel. She not only can dance but she dances exceptionally well. What she lacks now is just an opportunity, a chance to showcase herself. Haven¡¯t you noticed that although she¡¯s been hanging on the headlines every day, she hasn¡¯t actually appeared in front of the public at all. The audience simply doesn¡¯t understand what she¡¯s like after three years.¡± He believed that as long as she was given the opportunity, she would prove herself and soar high! ¡°But, there was no challenge segment in ¡®Dance into the Future¡¯ to begin with, and with Lin Mier, the classical dance goddess, being the odds-on favorite to win the championship, can Xia Weibao really compete with her?¡± Xu Jiayang, ¡°¡­¡± Lin Mier and Xia Weibao? He didn¡¯t want to talk anymore, they¡¯d see when the time came. ¡°With money, you can make the devil turn the millstone¡­¡± ¡°We don¡¯t have money,¡± Leng Yan spread his hands. ¡°Hongtu¡¯s mortgaged money was all invested in the production of ¡®Allure,¡¯ we don¡¯t have extra to bribe the producers.¡± Xu Jiayang fell silent for a moment, ¡°Sell your car then.¡± ¡°What?!!!¡± Leng Yan jumped again. ¡°Xu Jiayang, are you even human? You screwed over my company, and now you want to screw me out of my car too!!!¡± ¡°It¡¯s all temporary. Once Xia Weibao becomes famous, you¡¯ll make it all back. You¡¯ve already invested so much in Xia Weibao, you¡¯re only one step away. Sell the car, and wealth and glory are at your fingertips. If not, you¡¯ll end up with nothing. You decide yourself.¡± Leng Yan hesitated¡­ That made sense, and he found himself without a comeback. But somehow, it didn¡¯t feel right; this buddy of his always loved to set traps, he had to be more cautious this time. Just as he was about to say he¡¯d think it over, the doorbell rang. Leng Yan quickly responded with wit, ¡°I have guests, let¡¯s talk tomorrow.¡± Then he hung up and went to open the door, taking a breath of relief. Only to discover¡­ Xu Jiayang stood at the door with a middle-aged man. ¡°I brought someone to see the car, he¡¯s seen your car before and likes it a lot.¡± Chapter 64 - 64 Gentle as Water Chapter 64: Chapter 64 Gentle as Water Editor: Atlas Studios Leng Yan, ¡°¡­¡± I thought you said I could decide for myself. Liar! Watching Leng Yan kiss a car all over like he was reluctantly parting with his wife, Xu Jiayang felt utterly embarrassed. ¡°Just pretend and it¡¯ll be fine. It¡¯s just a car.¡± Leng Yan turned his head back, his face overwhelmed with emotion. ... ¡°Of course you don¡¯t feel the pain, it¡¯s not your car. I spent ninety million on this, modifying it bit by bit myself. You actually sold my wife so cold-heartedly for your own benefit. How could I know someone as lousy as you, Xu Jiayang? I¡¯m breaking off our friendship!¡± ¡°¡­¡± Xu Jiayang, ¡°You¡¯ve already broken off our friendship three times last month.¡± It wasn¡¯t until Leng Yan had kissed the tire three times, and Xu Jiayang could no longer stand this fool, that he picked him up like an eagle seizing a chicken and took him away. So embarrassing. Way too embarrassing. Xia Weibao had a bit of a drink that night and couldn¡¯t fall asleep, so she climbed out of bed. She rummaged through a drawer and read through all the information in a little notebook. The more she read, the tighter her brows knitted. All these were her observations from the past few days; every servant in Lu Garden had been recorded. What troubled her was that these people all seemed normal and well-behaved. So who exactly was it that pushed Xia Weibao down the stairs? Although the original owner of this body wasn¡¯t quite normal, she wouldn¡¯t be stupid enough to roll down the stairs to her death, right? Moreover, although her memory was hazy, she vaguely remembered someone pushing her from behind that day, which was why Xia Weibao fell. Not only that, but after the fall, Xia Weibao actually wasn¡¯t dead. Someone pressed her head against the ground and smashed it several times before she died. But who would kill a lunatic? She even made up an excuse to have Housekeeper Fu fetch the surveillance footage from that day, but Housekeeper Fu said the camera suddenly malfunctioned that day and there was no record. This made her even more certain of her guess: the original owner was murdered! S~ea??h the novel(F~)ire.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Framed, murdered, who exactly did the original owner offend? Her Majesty the Empress was very troubled, she didn¡¯t have a deep understanding of this world and found it difficult to make a move. This only firmed up her resolve to get a few underlings of her own! If she had a Shadow Guard Team like in her previous life, dedicated to working for her, investigating anything would be much easier. While she was thinking, suddenly her phone rang. It was from her agent, Sister Tong. ¡°Baby, have you slept?¡± Xia Weibao, ¡°¡­¡± Am I sleeping as I¡¯m talking to you? ¡°Not yet, Sister Tong, what¡¯s up?¡± ¡°The company has secured a spot for you in the ¡®Dance into the Future¡¯ grand finale. It¡¯s a rare opportunity, you need to go for it.¡± ¡°The ¡®Dance into the Future¡¯ grand finale?¡± Xia Weibao frowned a little, that name sounded familiar¡­ That¡¯s right, when she was at Brilliance Bar, didn¡¯t Lin Mier say that her Rainbow Feather Dress Dance was for the ¡®Dance into the Future¡¯ grand finale? So that¡¯s it. ¡°Correct, ¡®Dance into the Future¡¯ is currently the hottest and most authoritative dance competition. The head judge is the national treasure dance artist Yin Mulan. With Teacher Yin as a judge, can you imagine how prestigious the competition is? It¡¯s a national-level professional dance contest. This is an opportunity, you need to prepare well. By the way, do you have any dance that you¡¯re good at? They need to finalize the program list.¡± Xia Weibao thought for a moment. If she also performed the Rainbow Feather Dress Dance, she wondered if Lin Mier would be infuriated to death. However¡­ ¡°¡®Gentle as Water.''¡± After saying that, Xia Weibao fell silent. Suddenly, she kind of missed the Dog Emperor¡­ Chapter 65 - 65: The Empresss Exclusive Dance Chapter 65: Chapter 65: The Empress¡¯s Exclusive Dance Editor: Atlas Studios ¡°¡®Gentle as Water¡¯? Are you sure?¡± Sister Tong was somewhat startled. ¡®Gentle as Water¡¯ is the most famous dance ever choreographed by Emperor Xia Liang for his empress. Empress Bao had once performed it at Emperor Xia Liang¡¯s longevity feast, and it was recorded that all the court officials were stunned. The Prime Minister was even so mesmerized that he was entranced by Empress Bao¡¯s graceful dance and couldn¡¯t come back to his senses until a month later. Filled with jealousy, Emperor Xia Liang immediately dismissed the Prime Minister. He also ordered that Empress Bao was not allowed to perform ¡®Gentle as Water¡¯ in public and could only dance it for him. As a result, ¡®Gentle as Water¡¯ was lost to the ages. ... S§×ar?h the Novel?ire(.)ne*t website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Numerous historical researchers painstakingly studied historical texts, eager to restore this legendary dance that was said to be too divine for the mortal world. However, despite their research, aside from understanding the sensation it caused at the time, there were no detailed records of the dance itself. Twenty years ago, some fragments of information about ¡®Gentle as Water¡¯ were found in the daily records of the dismissed Prime Minister by a historian. This discovery caused a sensation. Countless dancers, based on the few movements recorded by the Prime Minister, choreographed and perfected this long-lost astonishing dance. Since everyone¡¯s choreography turned out differently, there were many versions. And the most renowned was that of the national treasure-level dance artist, Teacher Yin Mulan. In fact, Yin Mulan rose to fame with this perfected version of ¡®Gentle as Water¡¯! After so many years, Yin Mulan had experienced lows and highs, brilliance and decline, and danced countless dances, but ¡®Gentle as Water¡¯ remained the unrivaled classic of her dancing career. Not being able to witness Empress Bao¡¯s complete version of ¡®Gentle as Water¡¯ also became her greatest regret. Sister Tong hesitated, ¡°Baby, do you think that because ¡®Gentle as Water¡¯ is Teacher Yin¡¯s claim to fame, you want to resonate with her through this dance so that she gives you high scores? Teacher Yin is not the kind of person who lets her feelings influence her decisions, you must be cautious.¡± If it were someone else, playing the emotional card would indeed be more likely to move the judges. But Yin Mulan was different; she dedicated her life to dance and had a fervent obsession with it. Her pursuit of dance commands respect. To try and resonate with her through her signature dance, if danced well, is one thing; if not, it would be counterproductive! Even the classical dance goddess Lin Mier dare not attempt it lightly. Xia Weibao performing it at such an event¡­ Sister Tong was troubled, ¡°Baby, with Teacher Yin and Zhu Yu before us, if our ¡®Gentle as Water¡¯ is not good, shall we change it?¡± Xia Weibao was puzzled, why couldn¡¯t she dance it just because Yin Mulan had? What a joke, this was a dance personally choreographed for her by the Dog Emperor; she had to consider someone else¡¯s feelings to dance her own dance? ¡°No need to change it, let¡¯s stick with ¡®Gentle as Water¡¯.¡± Unable to persuade her, Sister Tong could only end the call. Xia Weibao went online to search for this Yin Mulan. Unaware until she looked, she was taken aback by what she found! Yin Mulan, an internationally famous dancer, had won every major and minor domestic dance competition! She had participated in dozens of international dance competitions and had taken the championship in each one! With fifteen international dance tours under her belt, she was the only dancer in the country to have held her own show at Lincoln Center! Yin Mulan was the pinnacle of Huaxia¡¯s dance world! She was the future of Huaxia¡¯s dance! Unfortunately, this highly celebrated dancer suffered a leg injury from a car accident at the age of thirty-five, which kept her away from the stage forever. It also ended Huaxia¡¯s international path in dance. Chapter 66 - 66: Troublemakers, Ignorance Can Lead to a Slap in the Face Chapter 66: Chapter 66: Troublemakers, Ignorance Can Lead to a Slap in the Face Editor: Atlas Studios Having read Yin Mulan¡¯s introduction, Xia Weibao couldn¡¯t help but sigh. To fall from grace at the peak of one¡¯s brilliance, truly a cruel twist of fate. For someone who lives for dancing, not being able to dance again is such a cruel fate. Below was a video of Yin Mulan¡¯s signature dance ¡°Gentle as Water,¡± and Xia Weibao clicked to watch it. Her eyes twitched. What the heck? ... Is this really ¡°Gentle as Water¡±? Is it the same ¡°Gentle as Water¡± she danced, the same dance at all? She suppressed the raging killing intent inside her and watched the entire video, leaving Her Majesty the Empress speechless. Throughout the entire performance, there were only two movements that were the same, the rest, what? what? what??? His Majesty, if you saw the dance you choreographed for me changed like this, you¡¯d probably be so angry you¡¯d leap out from the Imperial Mausoleum to execute nine generations of their family! ¡°What?! Xia Weibao is competing as a challenger in the finals of ¡®Dance into the Future¡¯?¡± Lin Mier¡¯s apartment erupted with a shrill screech. It frightened the birds perched by the window into flight. ¡°Mier, calm down first, I¡¯m on my way to see you, we¡¯ll talk when I get there.¡± After hanging up, Lin Mier remained in a state of panic. The thought of Xia Weibao¡¯s dancing in the bar left her cold with fear. If Xia Weibao also performed the Rainbow Feather Dress Dance, then she¡­ The more she thought about it, the paler her face became. No! She must not let Xia Weibao compete at all costs! She tried to compose herself, then hurriedly changed into a set of sexy pajamas and sprayed on some Enchantment Incense, waiting in the living room. It wasn¡¯t long before the doorbell rang. Upon opening the door, she saw her agent, haggard from the journey to get there. The agent, confronted with the seductive Lin Mier, walked in expressionlessly. They sat down on the couch, Lin Mier somewhat anxious. ¡°Brother Wang, what the hell is going on? ¡®Dance into the Future¡¯ doesn¡¯t have a challenger round, so why would that bitch Xia Weibao parachute in!¡± Lin Mier gritted her teeth. ¡®Dance into the Future,¡¯ which was originally just an ordinary dance contest, gained huge momentum because Yin Mulan was invited as the chief judge, leading the organizers to maximize the scale and elevate it to a national competition! Moreover, she received insider information that Yin Mulan, having retired for five years, accepted the invitation to ¡®Dance into the Future¡¯ because she wanted to take on an apprentice. S§×arch* The N?vel(F)ire.¦Çet website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Having fallen from her most brilliant period, she probably had unfinished business and thus wanted to take on a disciple to continue fulfilling her dance dreams. Being Yin Mulan¡¯s disciple meant not only receiving one-on-one training from her but also having access to all her resources. Wasn¡¯t Yan Weiyang, the current Top Sister of Empire Entertainment and International Film Queen, famous for taking all of Xia Weibao¡¯s resources and then making a name for herself? And Yin Mulan¡¯s international resources were incomparable even to Xia Weibao¡¯s at her peak! If she had her resources¡­ Just the thought of it excited Lin Mier to no end. Her participation in ¡®Dance into the Future¡¯ was entirely motivated by this opportunity! She had diligently practiced the Rainbow Feather Dress Dance because Yin Mulan had a soft spot for classical dances! She had learned that Yin Mulan¡¯s primary motive for taking a disciple was to pass on ¡°Gentle as Water.¡± Therefore, she mainly wanted a disciple skilled in classical dance. She was confident of her victory, but if Xia Weibao entered the picture now¡­ A sinister glint flashed through Lin Mier¡¯s eyes. The position of Yin Mulan¡¯s disciple had to be hers, and no one would snatch it away! ¡°Hongtu shoved in money; they probably saw that Xia Weibao has recovered and want to promote him,¡± scoffed Brother Wang, his face full of mockery. A washed-up star hoping for a comeback? Delusional! Chapter 67 - 67: Unless She is the Reincarnation of Empress Bao! Chapter 67: Chapter 67: Unless She is the Reincarnation of Empress Bao! Editor: Atlas Studios Lin Mier pursed her lips and suddenly stood up to sit in Brother Wang¡¯s arms. Her hands gently circled his neck, and her thighs suggestively rubbed against his waist. ¡°Brother Wang, I don¡¯t want Xia Weibao to compete~¡± Her coquettish tone was enthralling. Brother Wang suddenly laughed lewdly, his hand sliding up her thigh and firmly squeezing her buttock. This elicited a coquettish gasp from Lin Mier, ¡°Hmm~ so naughty~¡± ... ¡°You dress so slutty because you want me to be bad, don¡¯t you, you little slut.¡± As Brother Wang spoke, he bent down to bury his head in her chest, emitting a series of embarrassingly lewd sounds. Lin Mier giggled, her slender fingers reaching into the man¡¯s clothes, gently teasing him. ¡°Whether I¡¯m slutty or not depends on how you handle me, Brother Wang.¡± Brother Wang scoffed disdainfully, ¡°Do you know what Xia Weibao¡¯s competition piece is?¡± ¡°What is it?¡± ¡°Gentle as Water.¡± At these words, Lin Mier paused, then burst into laughter, ¡°Ha ha ha, ¡®Gentle as Water¡¯? Xia Weibao is such an idiot!¡± To dare perform ¡®Gentle as Water¡¯ in front of Yin Mulan, she must be out of her mind. Everyone knew that the legendary Empress of Great Xia Kingdom was Yin Mulan¡¯s idol, and Empress Bao¡¯s ¡®Gentle as Water¡¯ was Yin Mulan¡¯s obsession! To perform ¡®Gentle as Water¡¯ in front of her, you¡¯d better be confident that you can do it better than her; otherwise, it¡¯s a dead end! Once a newcomer dancer, in an attempt to shine, jokingly performed ¡®Gentle as Water¡¯ and Yin Mulan felt she was unprofessional. To use ¡®Gentle as Water¡¯ as a claim to fame was an insult to Empress Bao! Afterward, Yin Mulan had that young dancer blacklisted. Since then, ¡®Gentle as Water¡¯ became almost taboo, exclusively Yin Mulan¡¯s. Anyone who danced it courted disaster! Lin Mier¡¯s previous worries were swept away; now she was completely at ease, her face bearing boundless contempt. ¡°Is Xia Weibao stupid or what? She can¡¯t possibly think that by performing ¡®Gentle as Water¡¯ she¡¯ll catch Yin Mulan¡¯s attention? Heh, heh, heh, how can someone be so foolish? A dance I wouldn¡¯t dare perform, yet she has the audacity to court death.¡± She suddenly felt highly satisfied, initially viewing Xia Weibao as a threat, but now realizing that such a foolish person wasn¡¯t worth her concern! Agent Brother Wang held her as they fell onto the couch, his hand already slipping under her sensuous hemline. ¡°Maybe she thinks she¡¯s very talented and can dance better than Yin Mulan.¡± Lin Mier wrapped one leg around his waist, a scornful smile on her face. ¡°¡®Gentle as Water¡¯ is Yin Mulan¡¯s signature piece. She¡¯s been performing it for over a decade now, and throughout the entire world, absolutely no one can surpass her! Unless Xia Weibao is the reincarnation of Empress Bao, hahahaha.¡± What a pity, that¡¯s impossible! ¡°Still want to stop Xia Weibao from competing?¡± ¡°Why stop her?¡± Lin Mier scoffed. ¡°If someone¡¯s itching for death, let her seek it. It¡¯s perfect to have Yin Mulan put an end to Xia Weibao! It saves us the waste of effort and resources.¡± ¡°Hmm, I also feel there¡¯s no need. Mier, you just focus on getting ready. When you become a world-famous dancer, don¡¯t forget this old flame of yours.¡± Lin Mier giggled enchantingly, her fingertips tracing circles on his chest. S§×ar?h the novel(F~)ire.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. ¡°That will depend on whether you can satisfy me or not, Brother Wang~¡± ¡°You little temptress, I¡¯ll make sure you¡¯re thoroughly pleased.¡± ¡°Heh, heh, heh¡­ mmm¡­¡± Chapter 68 - 68: This Slap Comes Out of Nowhere Chapter 68: Chapter 68: This Slap Comes Out of Nowhere Editor: Atlas Studios The next day, Xia Weibao was woken up by a series of notifications from her cellphone. Glancing at the WeChat message alerts on her phone screen, she hazily remembered that last night Xu Jiayang had added her to the ¡°Allure¡± drama crew¡¯s WeChat group. Ever heard of WeChat? The kind you can chat with through the air. Heard it¡¯s pretty advanced and awesome. Maybe you haven¡¯t used it, but it was also her first time. As she watched the chat history constantly refreshing, Her Majesty the Empress was a little excited. Emma, modern stuff is just great, way more convenient than the ancient pigeon mail. While she was thinking about this, she saw someone share a news link. ... Xia Weibao clicked on it and her eyelid twitched fiercely. Last night, Li Cheng fucked a dog on the roadside in the wee hours. Yeah, you read that right. He was hugging a female dog and, well, cough cough, then¡­ Then he got overly excited and went limp. The incident blew up and made it to the top news. Xia Weibao covered her face, insisting it wasn¡¯t intentional, it really wasn¡¯t intentional. A few days ago, bored from nursing an injury, she researched some self-defense drugs, one of which was cough cough, somewhat like an aphrodisiac¡­ not exactly, but it did have some sort of stimulating effect. However, this drug had a cough cough side effect, namely that afterward it wouldn¡¯t stand up ever again. Last night when Li Cheng came charging over looking for trouble, she just thought of using him to test the drug. She didn¡¯t expect it to be that fierce, and that it would actually¡­ Xia Weibao silently lit a candle for Li Cheng, it¡¯s not my fault, you¡¯re not picky about your food, even going after a dog, it¡¯s not a problem of the drug being too strong. After a moment of silence, she opened Weibo and saw that the hot topics were all dominated by Li Cheng. Suddenly she felt a bit relieved. It¡¯s not easy, Her Majesty finally is not the top news anymore! While she was engrossed, another news story popped up: apparently, Li Cheng couldn¡¯t withstand the public pressure, so he fled the country to seek refuge. Just by chance, he was spotted by journalists at the airport and then surrounded. S§×ar?h the ¦Çov§×lFire .net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Li Cheng scrambled away like a rat crossing the street, tumbling and crawling. Seeing this, Xia Weibao was dismissive. He couldn¡¯t even handle this much? She was still standing strong despite being the daily top news, what a wimp! (Reader¡¯s inner thoughts: That means you have thick skin, Your Majesty!) ¡°What?! What do you mean Li Cheng ran away?¡± Lin Mier just woke up from her agent¡¯s bed and heard the explosive news, distorting her face with anger. Brother Wang hung up the phone with a heavy expression. ¡°It¡¯s said that he got drunk last night, wanted to find a woman, but ended up with a female dog instead, and couldn¡¯t handle the public pressure, so he fled abroad.¡± Lin Mier clutched the blanket tightly, ¡°What about the filming of ¡®Imperial Harem¡¯ then?¡± Brother Wang spread his hands, ¡°The director has run off, what else could we do? It¡¯s probably over now.¡± ¡°Bastard!¡± Lin Mier was so angry that her bare chest heaved intensely. Being replaced in ¡°Allure¡± had already been embarrassing enough, but she had finally landed a role in ¡°Imperial Harem¡± that could have redeemed her image somewhat. Now ¡°Imperial Harem¡± was gone too. Losing two leading roles in one go, what would others say about her? Bad luck charm? The black hole of lead actresses? Just thinking about the kind of comments that might appear online made her head spin with anger. Last night, she had just boasted about ¡°Imperial Harem¡± in front of Xia Weibao, ridiculing how low-class ¡°Allure¡± was. And just like that, ¡°Imperial Harem¡± was gone. Lin Mier felt like her face had been slapped swollen. ¡°Don¡¯t worry,¡± Brother Wang soothed, caressing her sleek shoulder, ¡°¡®Imperial Harem¡¯ is just a small production. As long as you can win ¡®Dance into the Future¡¯ and become a disciple of Yin Mulan, you will be beyond what any top actress could compare with. Why bother about such insignificant benefits?¡± Chapter 69 - 69 Being Hunted Chapter 69: Chapter 69 Being Hunted Editor: Atlas Studios Mentioning this, Lin Mier¡¯s mood finally improved somewhat. Yes, as long as she could become Yin Mulan¡¯s disciple, she would have countless international resources at her disposal. Would she then care about a minor ¡°Imperial Harem¡±? However, this also gave her a sense of crisis. Before, she had both ¡°Imperial Harem¡± and ¡°Dance into the Future¡± to rely on, but now she only had ¡°Dance into the Future¡± left. She absolutely couldn¡¯t afford any accidents! And Xia Weibao was the biggest accident of them all! For some reason, she always felt uneasy about Xia Weibao. ... Even though Xia Weibao had chosen ¡°Gentle as Water,¡± which was Yin Mulan¡¯s soft spot¡­ what if she really danced better than Yin Mulan¡­ The image of Xia Weibao dancing classical dance last night reappeared in Lin Mier¡¯s mind, and she became agitated. ¡°Brother Wang, I¡¯m not at ease about Xia Weibao. I want to find a way to stop her from withdrawing from the competition. No, that¡¯s not right. I want Xia Weibao to disappear!¡± Lin Mier¡¯s gaze turned fierce. That¡¯s right, as long as Xia Weibao disappeared from this world, then there would no longer be anyone in the field of classical dance who could threaten her. ¡°Brother Wang, help me.¡± Brother Wang was scared by her sinister expression, ¡°Mier, what are you planning to do?¡± ¡°I want Xia Weibao dead!¡± ¡°You¡¯re mad!¡± Brother Wang¡¯s complexion changed, ¡°Murder is illegal!¡± ¡°Are you saying the things you did before weren¡¯t illegal?¡± Lin Mier threatened. Then she threw off the covers, revealing her unclothed body, and straddled Brother Wang. She leaned down with a seductive look in her eyes, ¡°Brother Wang, just help me this one time~¡± Obviously, she knew well how to make men submit¡ªhalf-threatening, half-tempting. Any man couldn¡¯t escape the palm of her hand! ¡°Alright¡­¡± The Empress, still thinking about where to have fun next, had no idea that she was already being targeted. Watching her smash a Ferrari into scrap metal, Housekeeper Fu wiped off his sweat with a heavy hand. Sir, if you don¡¯t come back and take care of the mistress, she¡¯s going to reach the sky. Looking at the car covered with fist and palm marks, Xia Weibao was extremely satisfied. Driving the ¡°unrecognizable¡± Ferrari, she sped away on a spree. Yesterday, she only scraped off the emblem and people recognized the shape of the car. Now that even the shape of the car had been altered, surely no one would recognize it, right? The Empress, acting like a curious baby, was looking around, pondering where to go have fun, when her eyes suddenly sharpened. Someone was following her! The corners of her mouth slowly curled up. Ha! With a turn of the steering wheel, the car immediately headed toward the wilds outside the imperial city. They say fighting in the imperial city is illegal. We, the empress, are civilized people, how could we knowingly break the law? So¡­ it¡¯s better to go outside and fight. That way, it¡¯s not against the law. In the rear, a Santana car contained two men and one woman. The woman in the back scratched her head and removed the pacifier from her mouth, ¡°Big Brother, Second Brother, has she discovered us? Why else would she run to a deserted place?¡± The bald man in the passenger seat shook his head, ¡°Probably not. We¡¯re well-hidden, and as just a small celebrity, she couldn¡¯t have this level of sharpness.¡± The glasses-wearing man driving nodded, ¡°Maybe she¡¯s just going to a secluded place for a drive. After all, public figures need to hide when they go out.¡± ¡°It doesn¡¯t matter where she goes. She¡¯s just a frail woman. One shot and it¡¯s done.¡± As the bald man spoke, he pulled out a gun and began to load it. ¡°Look, she¡¯s stopped the car, eh, she¡¯s gotten out, oh my god, she¡¯s so beautiful, I think I¡¯m falling for her.¡± Sear?h the ¦Çov§×lFire .net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. The bald man, ¡°¡­¡± The glasses-wearing man, ¡°¡­¡± Sister, please remember your gender; you¡¯re a woman, you¡¯re welcome. Go to ????????????????????.co Chapter 70 - 70: Keep a Low Profile, My Lady; Dont Frighten Anyone Chapter 70: Chapter 70: Keep a Low Profile, My Lady; Don¡¯t Frighten Anyone Editor: Atlas Studios The Bald Man had a cold look on his face. He glanced at Xia Weibao, who was leaning against the car door taking selfies with her phone, and paused for a moment. He had to admit, she was indeed very beautiful and had a lot of charm. But he had the utmost contempt for such frail-looking women! So he aimed at Xia Weibao¡¯s head and, with a bang, pulled the trigger. Then he retracted the gun and stopped looking at Xia Weibao. ... He was confident in his shooting skills; a woman with no strength in her hands could definitely be killed with a single shot to the head. ¡°She¡¯s already dead, let¡¯s go,¡± he said. After speaking, he realized his companions hadn¡¯t moved. The Bald Man frowned, ¡°Let¡¯s go, we¡¯ve completed the mission, let¡¯s collect the final payment and go eat chicken.¡± The bespectacled man slowly raised his hand, pointing ahead in shock, ¡°She she she¡­¡± The woman behind had already fallen to the ground, then got up and frantically searched for her pacifier. My goodness, that woman was terrifying, she scared the Baby¡¯s pacifier right out of her mouth. The Bald Man was puzzled; he looked up and was startled! He saw Xia Weibao holding a bullet in her hand, seriously studying what it was. After examining it for a while and apparently finding it uninteresting, she flicked it with her finger. With a bang, the Santana¡¯s tire burst. Seeing Xia Weibao walking towards them, the three quickly got out of the car. ¡°Third Sister, hurry up and get out of the car. What are you doing?¡± ¡°Big brother, I¡¯ve lost my pacifier and haven¡¯t found it yet.¡± The two men, ¡°¡­¡± Xia Weibao walked up to the Santana and sized up the three men, ¡°Who are you?¡± The Bald Man, with a murderous look, drew a pistol from his waist and aimed it at Xia Weibao¡¯s head. Xia Weibao¡¯s eyes lit up, ¡°Was it this thing that shot at me just now?¡± After speaking, before anyone knew how she moved, she still seemed to be in her original place, but the gun was already in her hand. The Bald Man looked at his empty hands, his heart already churning with shock and fear. Such a fast speed! Faster than the Flash in the game ¡®Honor of Kings¡¯! Xia Weibao aimed the gun at the bespectacled man and then pulled the trigger, ¡°This seems to be the part you pull, right?¡± The bespectacled man¡¯s eyes widened suddenly, ducking to one side as a bullet grazed past his ear, knocking off his glasses. Scared, he broke into a cold sweat, thinking, can we please not play with the gun, beauty? ¡°Wow, this thing is powerful.¡± S§×arch* The nov§×lF~ire.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Having got the hang of it, Xia Weibao tossed the gun in her hand and then pointed at one of the men. ¡°Who are you, following me around for what?¡± She said, swinging the gun in her hand, ¡°Trying to kill me?¡± The murderous air emanating from the three was too obvious to ignore. The Bald Man¡¯s expression darkened, ¡°Our names are unchanged, our seats unaltered, we are the Chicken-Eating Trio, someone paid us to take your life!¡± After speaking, he kicked a stone toward Xia Weibao¡¯s hand and then suddenly pounced. But unexpectedly, Xia Weibao caught the stone with one hand and with a light kick, sent the man flying away like a broken kite. Xia Weibao, ¡°¡­¡± So weak, are they sure they¡¯re assassins? Her eyes flickered lightly; she happened to be in need of a Hidden Guard Team, and these three seemed quite suitable¡­ She happily decided on the spot to take them in! To recruit underlings, showing dominance was necessary. Thus, Xia Weibao used her Inner Strength in both hands, and the stone in her hands turned to dust. Not only that, the notorious Desert Eagle was crushed into a ball by her bare hands. Gululu gululu¡ª The sound of swallowing saliva sounded simultaneously. And there was more. Xia Weibao took two steps forward, picked up the front of the Santana with one hand, and lifted it up. ¡°It¡¯s a monster!!!¡± Go to ????????????????????.co Chapter 71 - 71 This Pretense is Overdone Chapter 71: Chapter 71 This Pretense is Overdone Editor: Atlas Studios Xia Weibao, ¡°¡­¡± She had only lifted the front of the car, not the whole thing yet. And they were scared already? Just as she hesitated about whether to lift it all up, those three were already so frightened they were running away in a panic. ¡°Get in her car! Quick!¡± Bald Man shouted, then the three of them rushed toward Xia Weibao¡¯s Ferrari. ... However, when they saw the car body covered with dented palm and fist marks, they were stunned. This¡­ was it her doing? How violent was that! Only the little sister sucking on a pacifier threw herself onto the car, her eyes gleaming, ¡°Wow, that¡¯s so cool.¡± And at this moment, Xia Weibao, who was clearly still behind them, suddenly appeared in front. Bald Man and Glasses Man were so scared they immediately knelt down, ¡°Great hero, spare our lives, please!¡± Dammit! Who took this job, saying it was just a weak woman, but look at how the car was abused, is this really a frail girl? Dammit, she must¡¯ve turned into The Hulk or something. Meanwhile, the little girl had already rushed over, ¡°Wow! My idol, I love you, I want to have your monkey babies!¡± The two men, scared stiff and breaking out in a cold sweat, quickly pulled her back and stuffed her behind them in a ball. ¡°Sorry, she¡¯s a bit¡­ mentally challenged.¡± Xia Weibao glanced at the drooling woman with the pacifier and nodded, ¡°I can see that¡­¡± ¡°Hero, please, we¡¯re just taking money to eliminate disasters for others, we really have no grudge against you.¡± ¡°Right, right, we¡¯re just part-time assassins, we won¡¯t dare to do it again.¡± Xia Weibao¡¯s eye twitched fiercely, ¡°You¡¯re not assassins?¡± Bald Man and Glasses Man hurriedly shook their heads and waved their hands, ¡°No, no.¡± ¡°Oh,¡± Xia Weibao said nonchalantly, ¡°then kill them, no use keeping non-assassins around.¡± Their faces changed, ¡°We are assassins, we are assassins, actually, we¡¯re the famously notorious teen assassins in the underworld!¡± Xia Weibao frowned. Teen assassins and they look like this? A four-eyed kid, a baldie, and a nitwit? ¡°We really are assassins, if you don¡¯t believe us, let us demonstrate for you.¡± As Bald Man spoke, his eyes sharpened, and suddenly a short blade appeared in his hand. Like a tiger pouncing, he aimed for Xia Weibao¡¯s throat. But then he found¡­ He couldn¡¯t move. ¡°Big bro, big bro, why are you pointing a knife at my husband, put it away quickly.¡± Bald Man wanted to cry; he wanted to put it away too, but he couldn¡¯t move. And sis, can you stop shaking me, can¡¯t you see I¡¯m about to fall over? Then, like a statue, Bald Man was pushed over by the mentally challenged girl. And as he fell, he still maintained his rigid posture from a moment before. Glasses Man was shocked. ¡°What did you do!¡± Xia Weibao dusted off her hands, ¡°Nothing much, just sealed some acupoints.¡± Sealed acupoints?! Sear?h the n?vel_Fire.¦Çet website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. The two men were shocked. What kind of monster had they provoked?! ¡°Now you have two options, one is to work for me as my subordinates and run errands in the future, or two, you can¡­ die!¡± With tears in his eyes, Glasses Man knew they had no choice. Their fates were in her hands. Xia Weibao was pleased with their quick understanding. ¡°If you dare to betray me, this will be your fate!¡± After saying that, she kicked the Ferrari, sending it flying and exploding with a bang. Scared, the three of them bowed their heads in submission, their earlier thoughts of fleeing instantly withered. They looked at Xia Weibao, who had the air of a supreme martial artist, in undisguised admiration. Her Majesty the Empress maintained her inscrutable composure. However, her heart was already bleeding. She had played her role too convincingly! Now that the car had exploded, how on earth was she going to get home, for crying out loud? Go to ????????????????????.co Chapter 72 - 72: The Hunt becomes a Chicken Dinner Chapter 72: Chapter 72: The Hunt becomes a Chicken Dinner Editor: Atlas Studios Xia Weibao didn¡¯t quite trust the newly recruited minions, so she fed each of them a pill. And she told them to regularly take the antidote or wait for the poison to kick in and die. The man with glasses and the bald man ate it with more disgust than if they were swallowing shit. Xia Weibao scoffed, it was just a candy, and it even tasted like chocolate, how could they not taste that. Didn¡¯t they see the moron eating it cheerfully? ¡°Who wants my life?¡± ... ¡°No comment, that¡¯s professional integrity.¡± Xia Weibao sneered, with your spineless appearance, you actually possess something as precious as professional integrity, impressive. But if they didn¡¯t want to talk, she didn¡¯t press them. After all, with her skills, she wasn¡¯t afraid of any number of assassins! ¡°Right, can you guys look up information, like hacking into computers, or following people?¡± ¡°Yes, don¡¯t look down on Third Chicken because she¡¯s a moron; she¡¯s the queen of the hacking world! We can find out anything you want, and as for tailing someone, there¡¯s no need to mention it, we have the best invisible tracking in the world, never been discovered!¡± Xia Weibao, ¡°¡­¡± Could she tell them she had noticed them the minute they showed up? Forget it, let¡¯s ignore that, they were hired on short notice, don¡¯t set your expectations too high. She could always replace them with someone better in the future. ¡°Right, what are your names?¡± Since they were her Hidden Guard, she naturally needed to know. The man with glasses stepped forward, ¡°I¡¯m called Big Chicken, he¡¯s Second Chicken, and she¡¯s Third Chicken, we¡¯re the famous Chicken Eating Squad.¡± Pfft¡­ Xia Weibao almost choked on her own spit! ¡°Chicken Eating Squad¡­¡± ¡°That¡¯s right. Boss, if you don¡¯t like the name, you can call us by our former names. We used to be the Legendary Trio, I¡¯m called Li Bai, he¡¯s Lu Ban, and she¡¯s Daji.¡± Xia Weibao, ¡°¡­¡± What on earth had she gotten herself into with these three minions? Forget it, forget it, they were hired on short notice, don¡¯t set your expectations too high. ¡°You¡¯re good at chicken eating?¡± Her Majesty the Empress scratched her hand; she had just started playing the chicken-eating game and was still a novice. ¡°Of course, boss, want us to carry you in the game?¡± ¡°Let¡¯s have a round.¡± Xia Weibao said coolly. Then, the four of them got in a Santana, and played games from morning until evening¡­ Without winning a single chicken¡­ Lin Mier had waited all day and still hadn¡¯t received any response from the assassins; she was getting impatient. ¡°Brother Wang, are the people you found reliable at all?¡± ¡°No problem, though the three of them are regulars at the mental hospital, they were once notorious, ruthless assassins on the street, never failed!¡± ¡°Xia Weibao, a frail girl, is bound to be dead!¡± Lin Mier felt slightly reassured. Yet, until twelve o¡¯clock, there was still no response. Not only that, she saw Xia Weibao had posted on Weibo. [Today a great player guided me through a day of gaming, and I finally succeeded in my first chicken dinner, very joyful] ¡°¡­¡± Lin Mier, ¡°Is this the ¡®bound to be dead¡¯? Playing the chicken-eating game?¡± Brother Wang¡¯s face looked a bit strange, ¡°Perhaps they haven¡¯t made a move yet¡­¡± ¡°No way, I can¡¯t wait anymore, the finals are in just one day, we must be prepared!¡± The next day, while Xia Weibao was still basking in the rare glory of her chicken dinner, the internet was dominated by an explosive scandal out of nowhere! The topic #Xia Weibao bribes her way into ¡®Dance into the Future¡¯# went viral almost as soon as it appeared. Immediately after, countless onlookers sprung into action to dig up the inside story. All sorts of information were unearthed, and overnight, Xia Weibao had already been dragged through the mud several times! S§×ar?h the N??elFir§×.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Go to ????????????????????.co Chapter 73 - 73 The Headline Queen! Chapter 73: Chapter 73 The Headline Queen! Editor: Atlas Studios ¡°` At six in the morning, Xia Weibao was woken up by Sister Tong¡¯s barrage of life-threatening calls. ¡°Hello, Sister Tong.¡± ¡°Baby, hurry and check Weibo!¡± Groggy, Xia Weibao opened Weibo and a flood of private messages popped out. She clicked one to read, and they were all cursing her out. ... ¡°What the heck.¡± She muttered discontentedly, then proceeded to check the web page. That¡¯s when she discovered that she had made the headlines again. And it was a complete sweep of the rankings! Xia Weibao, ¡°¡­¡± Her highness is indeed the headline queen! At that moment, a piece of news popped up and she clicked to read it. ¡°Last night, the head scriptwriter of ¡®Dance into the Future¡¯ got drunk and accidentally revealed that Xia Weibao bribed 30 million to parachute into the ¡®Dance into the Future¡¯ finals, a fact confirmed by multiple sources. Furthermore, according to insider information, Xia Weibao¡¯s competition piece was ¡®Gentle as Water¡¯, making the bold guess that Bitch Xia was aiming for Teacher Yin Mulan¡­¡± The more Xia Weibao read, the more speechless she became. Those people really stopped at nothing, able to dig up anything. At this rate, she began to suspect whether, if she farted, someone would also be dissecting whether it smelled nice or foul. The Queen was indeed right. One day in the future, when she would be so famous she was almost purple, even farting could make the headlines. However, at that moment, she was still scrolling through other people¡¯s curses. ¡ª¡ªDamn it! Does Xia Weibao have no shame? Why doesn¡¯t this person just die! ¡ª¡ªHaha, no talent, just bribery. Initially bribing judges to get the Best Actress award, now bribing the organizers; what else can Xia Weibao do other than bribe? ¡ª¡ªAbove, Xia Weibao is capable of many things: plastic surgery, photoshopping, throwing tantrums, playing by the hidden rules, being a mistress, she knows it all. ¡ª¡ªThis is the most shameless person I have ever seen, without a doubt! ¡ª¡ªIt¡¯s not that we intentionally bash Xia Weibao, but she just doesn¡¯t have a single praiseworthy quality. Could you please be kind, Xia? We¡¯re tired of criticizing you; just make a comeback for once and let us see something new, will you? ¡ª¡ªThere¡¯s new material in the neighboring forum, quick, check it out¡­ Curious, Xia Weibao clicked the link to join the crowd next door. She was already painted so black, what new material could there be? This look left her speechless. The gist of the post was that Yin Mulan intended to take on a disciple in the ¡®Dance into the Future¡¯ show, and her favorite was Lin Mier, after all, Lin Mier was the classical dance goddess. Then she stepped in to meddle, dancing ¡®Gentle as Water¡¯ just to gain Yin Mulan¡¯s favor, even claiming that her rendition of ¡®Gentle as Water¡¯ was better than Yin Mulan¡¯s, and that upon seeing it, Yin Mulan would be so impressed she would prostrate herself in admiration and take her as a disciple, and might even want to learn from her instead. The comments below were already in a frenzy! ¡ª¡ªDamn it! Saying Xia Weibao lacks shame is already praising her! ¡ª¡ªHow can there be such a disgusting person in this world, I cannot fathom where she gets her confidence from. ¡ª¡ªExactly, even saying that Teacher Yin will seek to learn from her, unbelievable! ¡ª¡ªShe wants to be Teacher Yin¡¯s disciple? She¡¯s not even worthy to carry her shoes! ¡ª¡ªA person who can only enter a competition by stuffing money has the nerve to make wild statements, I can¡¯t take it, I want to hire someone to kill her!!! ¡ª¡ªAm I the only one who noticed Xia Weibao¡¯s targeted attacks on Lin Mier? First, she snatched the lead role in ¡®Allure¡¯ from the Goddess Mier, and now she¡¯s after Goddess Mier¡¯s championship title. I¡¯m going to tear Bitch Xia apart! The spectators always love a good spectacle, hence some started to concoct conspiracy theories. Soon another post went viral, titled ¡°Why Bitch Xia Targets Lin Mier¡±. ¡°` Go to ????????????????????.co Sear?h the N??elFir§×.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Chapter 74 - 74 Overnight Sensation! Chapter 74: Chapter 74 Overnight Sensation! Editor: Atlas Studios It all started when Lin Mier made her debut. Originally, Lin Mier debuted under the name Xiao Weibao. Xia Weibao was prone to jealousy, and seeing Lin Mier¡¯s youth and beauty, as well as her resemblance to herself, feared that Lin Mier would overshadow her. Therefore, she suppressed Lin Mier in every way, not allowing the newcomer to get ahead. Later, Lin Mier landed the role of the third female lead in ¡°Vitality,¡± the very movie that catapulted Xia Weibao to the Best Actress award. Xia Weibao resented Lin Mier for rising too fast, so she suppressed her during the filming. Eventually, Xia Weibao got what she deserved and was struck down by karma¡ªscandals of drug abuse and promiscuity surfaced, ruining her reputation. Meanwhile, Lin Mier¡¯s career went from strength to strength. So, out of jealousy, Xia Weibao used every method to seize opportunities from Lin Mier. Poor Lin Mier, such a kind and hard-working person¡ªjust because she looked somewhat similar and debuted later¡ªshe was suppressed at every turn¡­ ... Xia Weibao, ¡°¡­¡± Youthful and beautiful¡­ Three years ago, she was seventeen, Lin Mier twenty-eight¡­ And she suppressed Lin Mier? If it hadn¡¯t been for Xia Weibao¡¯s support back then, Lin Mier would still be languishing in some corner unknown! The third female lead role in ¡°Vitality¡± was one that Xia Weibao secured for Lin Mier by dining with the director out of her own pocket and recommending Lin Mier. And what was the result? When Xia Weibao was in deep trouble, Lin Mier kicked her when she was down! Armed with candid photos, Lin Mier accused her of sleeping with the director for the lead role! Looking at the increasingly blind and radical comments, Xia Weibao suddenly felt very cold inside. If the original owner of the body hadn¡¯t died, seeing the person she once boosted so spitefully slander her and the fans who were once so dear trample her, what kind of breakdown would that be. Below, the ignorant netizens were frenetically posting. ¡ª¡ªMier, be strong, you are the best! sea??h th§× novel(F~)ire.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. ¡ª¡ªGoddess, don¡¯t cry, we will always be your solid support! ¡ª¡ªSwear to drive Xia Weibao out of the entertainment industry! Bring peace to the industry! ¡ª¡ªGoddess, don¡¯t cry, we will protect you¡­ Afterward, the topic #GoddessDon¡¯tCry soared to the top of trending searches, making Lin Mier famous overnight. Riding on Xia Weibao¡¯s coattails, her value skyrocketed, approaching top-tier status! She also became a huge favorite for ¡°Dance into the Future.¡± Originally, hardly anyone knew her, but now she was universally known! In this era of supporting the underdog, everyone sided with the ¡°oppressed¡± Lin Mier, sympathizing and fueling her popularity to the pinnacle! Lin Mier became famous. Red-hot famous. Overnight fame! Portrayed as a poor little thing suppressed by Xia Weibao from the start, Lin Mier was practically deified. They said she was younger than Xia Weibao, prettier than Xia Weibao, kinder than Xia Weibao, more hardworking than Xia Weibao, and a better actress than Xia Weibao¡ªin short, everything about her was better than Xia Weibao. If she had made her debut earlier, then it wouldn¡¯t be her being called Xiao Weibao, but Xia Weibao being called Xiao Mier. The fans were furious, and combined with the PR spin, Lin Mier became the oppressed minority, the most pitiable Cinderella in history. The more they hated Xia Weibao, the more they pitied Lin Mier, exalting her on a pedestal. Xia Weibao quietly closed the web page. Just how dark can human nature get? And how terrifying can ignorance be. Before going to bed, she sent two messages. One was to Xu Jiayang, asking for leave¡ªshe was verbally attacked so badly that she couldn¡¯t get out of bed. The other was to the trio of chicken-eaters, to investigate Lin Mier. Want to step on her to climb up? She would teach Lin Mier a good lesson in being human! Go to ????????????????????.co Chapter 75 - 75: Introverted Perversion is a Disease, It Needs Treatment! Chapter 75: Chapter 75: Introverted Perversion is a Disease, It Needs Treatment! Editor: Atlas Studios The covers were flung off as she went to sleep¡ªdamn it, her car exploded yesterday, and she flew back at midnight! On the other side, watching her popularity soar, Lin Mier jumped up excitedly. ¡°Brother Wang, look at my Weibo, my fans just broke through the five-million mark!¡± She had only had over two million before¡ªit doubled overnight! ¡°Brother Wang, the post you wrote is fantastic. With the current momentum, I believe I¡¯ll break into the top tier before long!¡± Lin Mier pounced forward and gave Brother Wang a big kiss. ... Brother Wang smiled with immense satisfaction, ¡°I just received two international brand endorsement interview invitations, and several script audition notices, all for major productions. Mier, you¡¯re on fire.¡± Lin Mier was thrilled, yes, she had caught fire. Not only that, but she had also stepped out of Xia Weibao¡¯s shadow. Mier, ha, Xia Weibao, you were nothing more than an early debut, what¡¯s so impressive about that! Now you are still beneath my feet! ¡°Mier, let me show you something even more satisfying.¡± Go to ????????????????????.co Brother Wang said as he opened Xia Weibao¡¯s Weibo homepage. Lin Mier glanced at it and laughed, ¡°Hahaha, only ten thousand followers, she¡¯s down to just ten thousand followers, and it keeps dropping. Hahaha, Xia Weibao is going to make me die laughing. Even small artists who haven¡¯t debuted have more followers than that hahaha.¡± ¡°Feeling relieved now?¡± ¡°Relieved.¡± Lin Mier felt completely at ease, ¡°I am a hundred times relieved. With Xia Weibao¡¯s situation, if she can still make a comeback, I¡¯ll give her my title of classical dance goddess!¡± Lin Mier looked scornful, as if she was looking at a pathetic bug trampled under her foot. Who would have thought, a celebrated actress falling on such hard times, tsk tsk. ¡°Mier, you are popular now, but you absolutely cannot slack off. Endorsements and acting gigs are secondary. The most important thing is tomorrow¡¯s grand finale. As long as you can win the championship and successfully get Yin Mulan to take you as her disciple, there will be an endless supply of international resources.¡± Lin Mier smiled, full of confidence. She had blackened Xia Weibao so badly this time, especially with the slander she framed her with, which had already infuriated Yin Mulan! Without Xia Weibao to trip her up, the championship was as good as hers! sea??h th§× N?vel(F)ire.¦Çet website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. On the other side of the world, a certain senior special assistant checked the time¡ªfour in the morning sharp. Then he glanced at his boss, still poring over documents. Quietly, he picked up two toothpicks and propped his eyelids open. Oh man, he couldn¡¯t take it anymore¡ªif he kept pulling all-nighters like this, his delicate skin would age prematurely! Boss, working overtime every day, are you trying to kill me? Lu Hualiang finished reviewing a document and glanced at his mobile phone next to him, looking for a message. Not finding what he wanted, his expression darkened even more. ¡°Yang Su, bring me the African Diamond Mountain development proposal.¡± Yang Su, ¡°¡­¡± Seeking advice¡ªwhen you have a sulky and tsundere boss who secretly wants to murder someone, what do you do? It¡¯s urgent, waiting online. If you want to talk to the young madam, just call her directly. She doesn¡¯t have you in her heart. Waiting another eight hundred years won¡¯t change that. The most annoying part is, because of time zone differences, his sulky boss is afraid that Xia Weibao will call during the day, and it will be night here; in case he sleeps and misses the call, he pulls all-nighters¡­ Yang Li felt that if he didn¡¯t get some sleep soon, he was going to collapse! Half a month, a full half-month without sleep!!!!! Just then, his phone buzzed with a notification. He pulled it out, and damn, Xia Weibao had been slandered again! CREATORS¡¯ THOUGHTS AtlasStudios From 15 Feb 2020, Coins spent on books that aren¡¯t selected will be refunded within 30 days. However, Fast Passes will not be refunded. The selected book will have a mark on the corner of the book cover in 30 days to indicate continuation. Thank you for your understanding. Chapter 76 - 76: Director Lu, Youre Really Overthinking It Chapter 76: Chapter 76: Director Lu, You¡¯re Really Overthinking It Editor: Atlas Studios Yang Li was so excited that he hurriedly went to find Lu Hualiang with his cell phone. ¡°Master.¡± Lu Hualiang was already feeling annoyed, and his expression turned even colder when he saw Yang Li looking as happy as if he had found cat feces. The temperature around them seemed to drop a few degrees as well. It better be something important, or else, prepare to be banished to Africa! ¡°Master, the young mistress had an accident.¡± ... Yang Li had the face of an eunuch wielding the Imperial Sword. As long as it was about Xia Weibao, he was fearless! As expected, hearing Xia Weibao¡¯s name, Lu Hualiang¡¯s expression softened somewhat. He took Yang Li¡¯s phone and read through the comments online, his face growing darker and darker. Then, he threw the phone aside. ¡°Gather all the senior executives for a meeting immediately!¡± Go to ????????????????????.co Yang Li¡¯s legs went weak, and he almost knelt down. A meeting at four in the morning? He guessed those executives would kill him! Master, what madness is this, can we be normal for once? ¡°Master, what about the young mistress¡¯s situation, not going to address it?¡± Lu Hualiang¡¯s face grew colder again, ¡°Did she ask you to intervene? Has she sought your help? Does she need you to meddle? She¡¯s more than capable, are you throwing yourself at her and degrading yourself?¡± S~ea??h the n?velFire.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Yang Li, ¡°¡­¡± Does this mean he intended to wait for Xia Weibao to actively seek help? Master, she doesn¡¯t even consider you her husband, how could she possibly come to you? And she deliberately traveled so far for a business trip, thinking distance makes the heart grow fonder, out of sight beginning to miss, probably by now she has even forgotten you exist¡­ Lu Hualiang tugged at his tie irritably, damn woman. After such a big incident, she didn¡¯t even think to turn to him, what does she take her husband for, is it really that hard for her to lower her head! Being bullied like that and still holding a grudge! Ahem, Director Lu, you¡¯re probably overthinking it again, the empress didn¡¯t even consider you, there¡¯s no grudge. Yang Li had a headache. ¡°Master, the young mistress has a thin skin, she might be too embarrassed to ask for your help, she¡¯s probably waiting for you to come to her aid right now.¡± Lu Hualiang frowned slightly, but remained silent. However, his expression did loosen a bit. Yang Li¡¯s heart leapt, there might be a chance! ¡°Think about it, the young mistress is being scolded by so many people, she must be very sad, probably hiding in a corner crying. If someone appeared before her now, offering her comfort, she would surely be very touched.¡± Lu Hualiang¡¯s eyebrows twitched, but still no response. ¡°Sigh, the young mistress must feel so helpless right now, and who knows if she has any male friends to rely on.¡± Those words had a heavy impact! The thought of Xia Weibao crying in another man¡¯s arms immediately made Lu Hualiang stand up. ¡°I just remembered there¡¯s something to deal with at the headquarters, get the plane ready immediately.¡± ¡°Yes!¡± Yang Li beamed with joy. But his happiness lasted less than a second. With one sentence from Lu Hualiang, he was sent to hell, ¡°The diamond development in Africa, you¡¯ll be in charge of that.¡± Yang Li, ¡°¡­¡± He broke out in a cold sweat, ¡°Master, I¡¯ve had a few girlfriends.¡± The underlying message, he had experience, knew how to win a girl¡¯s heart. Lu Hualiang gave him a dismissive glance, ¡°You¡¯re more involved with the headquarters, let Yang Jian handle Africa.¡± The just-walked-in Yang Jian with a cup of coffee, ¡°¡­¡± What did he do wrong? Was it just making a cup of coffee that got him banished to Africa? Yang Li, with an air of nonchalance, patted his younger brother on the shoulder, ¡°Xiao Jian, tough luck.¡± When he returned to Lu Garden, it was already evening. Housekeeper Fu nearly burst into tears seeing his master drop by unexpectedly. ¡°Sir, you¡¯re finally back.¡± If not for his return, the young mistress would have probably ascended to Heaven! CREATORS¡¯ THOUGHTS AtlasStudios From 15 Feb 2020, Coins spent on books that aren¡¯t selected will be refunded within 30 days. However, Fast Passes will not be refunded. The selected book will have a mark on the corner of the book cover in 30 days to indicate continuation. Thank you for your understanding. Chapter 77 - 77: Director Lu, Just a Gesture Will Do Chapter 77: Chapter 77: Director Lu, Just a Gesture Will Do ¡°Madam, where is she?¡± ¡°She¡¯s in her room,¡± the housekeeper said. It¡¯s already the early hours of the morning. Where could she be if not in her room? ¡°Sir, you should really do something about Madam. She¡¯s not come down at all today, and even for meals, she has them sent up to her room.¡± He had never seen a woman so immersed in gaming that she wouldn¡¯t come down for meals and would only nibble when food was brought to her. Sigh, she¡¯s completely like a gaming addict. ... Lu Hualiang furrowed his brow. Grieved enough to shut herself away? That damn woman, is it that hard for her to lower her head? If she would only speak up, he would definitely help her; it¡¯s not like he would make things difficult for her. Why must she be so proud? ¡°Has she eaten then?¡± Lu Hualiang asked with a cold, distant expression on his face. Yet his glance couldn¡¯t help but drift towards the direction of the upstairs master bedroom. Go to ????????????????????.co He didn¡¯t know how she was doing right now¡ªwhether she was still crying or not. Could it be that she was too sad to have an appetite? ¡°She only had a few bites.¡± The housekeeper felt somewhat embarrassed. When the servants brought her meal, she had just started a game. By the time she finished the round, the food had gone cold. Then she didn¡¯t eat and continued on to the next game. It has to be said that their Madam Weibao really doesn¡¯t sweat the small stuff. With such a scandal, if it were any other celebrity, they¡¯d probably have fainted from crying in the bathroom by now. But not her; she locked herself in her room to play games! Such a gaming addict! Lu Hualiang felt a flutter of excitement inside. See, without him, she¡¯s helpless, heartbroken to the point where she can¡¯t eat. Yet, at the same time, he felt a tinge of pity. If he had been by her side all along, perhaps she wouldn¡¯t be so upset. She¡¯s already thin, and now she¡¯s not even eating. S~ea??h the N?vel(F)ire.n§×t website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. ¡°Sir, you really need to take good care of Madam. Without you here, she¡¯s¡­¡± about to tear the house down. ¡°Alright, go have someone prepare a late-night snack, something light,¡± Lu Hualiang interrupted before the housekeeper could finish. Thinking it over, ¡°And boil a couple of hot eggs.¡± She¡¯s been crying all day; her eyes must be swollen. They could help soothe them. Speaking of which, he really hadn¡¯t paid much attention to her. He always left her alone at home. If she would just give in, he would truly cherish her from here on out. Obviously, Director Lu¡¯s thoughts and the housekeeper¡¯s were not on the same wavelength. The housekeeper meant for him to properly discipline Xia Weibao. While Director Lu understood it as not to neglect Xia Weibao anymore. The housekeeper thought Lu Hualiang hadn¡¯t eaten yet, so he hurried off to have food prepared. He thought that after Lu Hualiang had finished eating, he would proceed to inform on Xia Weibao¡¯s misdeeds in detail! But Lu Hualiang, on the other hand, turned and went upstairs. His stride was steady and strong, betraying no sign of abnormality, though his pace was much quicker than usual. Standing at the door to the master bedroom, he hesitated before opening it. He remembered Yang Li¡¯s words¡ªXia Weibao was at her most vulnerable right now. If he went to comfort her, to protect her against the storm, she would undoubtedly be moved. Perhaps she might even throw herself into his arms. But after sitting on a plane for more than a dozen hours without a shower¡­ So Director Lu changed direction, going to the guest room for a bath. The first time embracing a woman, naturally, he wanted to leave a good impression. After the shower, the late-night snack was ready. Seeing him carry the snack upstairs, Housekeeper Fu grew anxious. He hadn¡¯t yet reported on Xia Weibao¡¯s scandalous behavior¡ªher misdemeanors were too numerous to record! Lu Hualiang¡¯s steps quickened as he ascended the stairs, and before opening the door, his long fingers casually pulled down his bathrobe, exposing his well-built chest. He also readjusted his hair before pushing the door open. Fearing that Xia Weibao might be too excited and rush at him, he even took care to place the tray of food to the side to avoid knocking it over. However¡­ Chapter 78 - 78: Director Lu, Dont Cry - Stand Up and Fight Chapter 78: Chapter 78: Director Lu, Don¡¯t Cry ¨C Stand Up and Fight Director Lu seemed to be in for a disappointment. On the big bed, all the pillows had been stacked together, and a woman was straddling them. With her back to the door, her expression was not visible. But judging from her excited back, which looked like it might jump up at any moment, she was probably far from crying! ¡°Damn you, Big Chicken, are you sick or what? Get him! Why are you running away?¡± ¡°Third Chicken, why are you hiding in the bushes? Hurry up and save me! Can¡¯t you see I¡¯m being attacked?¡± ... S~ea??h the N?velFire(.)net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. ¡°Xiang Chu, Xiang Chu why are you still pushing the tower? I¡¯m about to die here, hurry up and protect me ahhhhhh¡­¡± Lu Hualiang, ¡°¡­¡± His gaze landed on the few apples beside him that looked chewed up by a dog, and Director Lu began to question his life choices¡­ What happened to the promised desperation, unable to swallow food? Now, at two in the morning, who is this woman playing games all night like a psycho? What made Lu Hualiang want to spit blood was that he had deliberately made a loud noise by stepping on the floor, yet Xia Weibao didn¡¯t realize he had come in and was still completely immersed in her game¡­ He walked to the side of the bed with a platter in one hand and reached out with the other, wanting to remind her that he had returned. However, Xia Weibao¡¯s current image was not exactly elegant. Source: Webnovel.com, updated on ????????????????????.co She was wearing a pink silk camisole nightdress, which, because she was straddling the pillows, had been flipped up. Revealing a small section of pink panties. Not only that, there were also long, white legs, and a small, round, perky rear. Lu Hualiang felt a bit thirsty and awkwardly turned his head away. Then he reached out and pulled on her clothes. Xia Weibao was at the most intense part of her game, about to make a triple kill, when suddenly someone interrupted, and she violently spun around with a reflexive kick. ¡°Who dares disturb Her Majesty the Empress!¡± With a loud bang, the plate Lu Hualiang was holding was kicked up and ended up covering his face¡­ At that moment, time seemed to freeze¡­ Xia Weibao was utterly flabbergasted. Why was there someone in her room? And the figure seemed somewhat familiar¡­ Lu Hualiang silently took the plate off his face to reveal a face as black as the bottom of a pot, adorned with a variety of condiments and soup splashed all over him. That complexion¡­ Xia Weibao swallowed hard, Uh-oh, she sensed killing intent! She immediately put on a face that screamed ¡®I¡¯m begging for forgiveness.¡¯ ¡°You have been slain.¡± The sound of death suddenly came from the phone, and Her Majesty the Empress¡¯s plea-for-mercy face turned back to a face filled with killing intent. ¡°Damn it! Who dares to kill me!!!¡± Ahhh, her triple kill!!! ¡°Director Lu, you clean yourself up first. I need to see which bastard killed me and get some people together for revenge!¡± Lu Hualiang, thrown aside, ¡°¡­¡± He might have married a fake wife¡­ Here he was, the CEO of Lu Corporation, and he couldn¡¯t compare to the immediate thrill of a game¡­ Looking down at his messy self, Lu Hualiang suddenly felt the urge to strangle Yang Li! Who said Xia Weibao would be heartbroken right now? Who said Xia Weibao would be so moved she¡¯d rush into his arms? Is this her way of rushing into his arms? A plate directly smashing onto his face?!!! After figuring out who had killed her, Xia Weibao finally put her phone down and then threw herself at him. She looked around, didn¡¯t see any tissues, so she grabbed Lu Hualiang¡¯s carefully selected bathrobe and started wiping his face with it. Her expression was apologetic, ¡°I didn¡¯t do it on purpose just now. I¡¯m just not used to strangers suddenly touching me¡­¡± Oh, Lu Hualiang¡¯s face at that moment was a sight to behold. He almost crushed his teeth in anger! Strangers? Great, he¡¯s her husband, yet he¡¯s referred to as a stranger! Wait for it, Xia Weibao! He¡¯d clean himself up before he dealt with her! He glared viciously at Xia Weibao before turning and heading towards the bathroom. Xia Weibao was alarmed, ¡°Don¡¯t go in there!¡± Chapter 79 - 79: Very Well, This Is So Like Her Majesty the Empress Chapter 79: Chapter 79: Very Well, This Is So Like Her Majesty the Empress However, it was too late. Lu Hualiang, fueled by rage, walked incredibly fast. Before Xia Weibao could finish speaking, he had already yanked open the bathroom door with one hand. And then¡­ Splashhhhh¡ª A towering column of water sprayed out, slamming into his face. ... While it washed the greens and radishes from his face, it also drenched him, turning him into a drowned rat. Staring at the flooded bathroom, Lu Hualiang had only one thought¡ªhe was going to kill Xia Weibao! ¡°Xia, Wei, Bao!¡± He ground his teeth, wishing he could skin her alive! He had rushed back for her, and how did she welcome him? It was almost enough to reach the skies! With a sharp glance, Xia Weibao shuddered and shrank her neck. Source: Webnovel.com, updated on ????????????????????.co ¡°I warned you already¡­¡± It was just that you didn¡¯t hear it¡­ Her voice was timid, completely lacking confidence. For a moment, Lu Hualiang truly felt the impulse to chop her to pieces! ¡°Speak!¡± Xia Weibao¡¯s little heart trembled. ¡°I accidentally kicked the water pipe and burst it¡­¡± After finishing using the restroom and washing her hands, then encountering three idiots, she almost scored a triple kill. In her excitement, she kicked beneath the Glazed Platform and burst the water pipe. She had planned to have Housekeeper Fu fix the water pipe after finishing the game. But who could have expected Lu Hualiang to barge in suddenly? Besides, wasn¡¯t he on a business trip for a month? Why did he come back early? Really now, having another person in the house, she felt completely uneasy. This can¡¯t go on, she was about to die of frustration. Lu Hualiang strode out, needing to cool down. Otherwise, he really might lose control and kill Xia Weibao! Downstairs, Housekeeper Fu saw Lu Hualiang storming down like a drenched chicken. Somewhat puzzled, ¡°Sir, what happened to you¡­?¡± ¡°Go find someone to fix the water pipe!¡± ¡°What?¡± Housekeeper Fu exclaimed, ¡°Did the young mistress burst the water pipe again?!¡± Again? That word carried a lot of information! ¡°She¡¯s done this before?¡± ¡°Yes.¡± Housekeeper Fu felt that if he didn¡¯t complain, he would internalize the injury! ¡°Sir, you have no idea how much trouble the young mistress is causing. She has smashed two cars, ruined three doors, dismantled four air conditioners, and burst five water pipes. Also, the refrigerator from the kitchen was moved entirely into her room. The garden¡¯s expensive flowers and plants, worth over a million each, have all been cleared out by her and replaced with Medicinal Herbs. The mountain spring water in your private swimming pool was used by her to water those Medicinal Herbs. S§×arch* The n??el Fire.n§×t website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Oh yes, and that villa next to the garden, I don¡¯t know why but there¡¯s a hole in the wall now; we¡¯ve already had it patched up. The hundred-year-old purple fir in the small courtyard also mysteriously fell. I asked the young mistress why such a large tree would fall, and she said she didn¡¯t know. She was practicing qigong in the courtyard, and as she practiced, it just fell¡ªprobably the wind blew it down¡­¡± Lu Hualiang¡¯s gaze twitched and twitched. Bursting the water pipe five times¡­ No wonder she was so calmly playing games behind closed doors after the pipe burst; it was probably routine for her by now. He suddenly understood what Housekeeper Fu meant by saying he should really keep a tighter leash on Xia Weibao¡­ Lu Hualiang was beside himself with frustration; what on earth had he married¡ªa lunatic?! Indeed, there¡¯s a need to discipline if not a day passes without disaster! If he didn¡¯t manage her soon, she would really be beyond control! So, he stormed upstairs, determined to restore some order. Holding back his anger, he kicked open the bedroom door only to find¡­ Xia Weibao had fallen asleep. Chapter 80 - 80: Suffer the Consequences, Director Lu Condolences Chapter 80: Chapter 80: Suffer the Consequences, Director Lu Condolences Lu Hualiang instantly felt as if he had rallied thousands of troops to settle a score, only to find the other party wouldn¡¯t even bother to fart at him¡ªa suffocating feeling of frustration. Moreover, she had just been wearing a pink camisole nightdress, so why had it now become a conservative auntie-style pajama set? Did she change clothes as soon as she saw him come back, for fear of him getting an eyeful? The more he thought about it, the angrier Lu Hualiang became. He huffed coldly and turned to leave. He would sleep in the guest room! She wouldn¡¯t ask him; she definitely wouldn¡¯t move back into the master bedroom! ... Lying alone on the big bed in the guest room, Lu Hualiang tossed and turned, unable to sleep. He took out his phone and looked at Xia Weibao¡¯s Weibo¡ªonly five thousand followers left. Underneath it was a barrage of insults, which made his heart ache. She must have been driven to mental instability from being bombarded with such abuse, right? His gaze suddenly sharp, the cold and sinister aura around Lu Hualiang quietly filled the room. [Check on Lin Mier.] S§×arch* The N??elFir§×.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Yang Li was just about to go to bed when he was startled by a special notification on his phone. Source: Webnovel.com, updated on ????????????????????.co ¡°Check on Lin Mier? Has the boss finally seen the light, ready to help the young mistress?¡± For the sake of Lu Hualiang¡¯s pursuit of his wife, Yang Li gave up his precious sleep time and worked through the night to have someone investigate. Before dawn, all of Lin Mier¡¯s dirty secrets had been sent to Lu Hualiang¡¯s mailbox. When Xia Weibao awoke, she saw Lu Hualiang packing his luggage. ¡°Director Lu, are you going on a business trip again?¡± Lu Hualiang did not turn his head, ¡°I¡¯m moving to the guest room.¡± His face was calm, but inwardly he thought, if she would only speak up, he would stay. Xia Weibao¡¯s reaction did not disappoint him. The moment she heard him say he was moving to the guest room, she immediately jumped out of bed, not even bothering to put on shoes; she ran over to him barefoot. With a face full of astonishment, ¡°Director Lu, you¡¯re going to sleep in the guest room? Why!¡± Lu Hualiang finally felt somewhat comforted. It seemed giving her the cold shoulder had some effect after all. Now she knew to be anxious. This woman, if you don¡¯t show her some strictness, she¡¯ll walk all over you! ¡°Nothing much, just feeling annoyed,¡± Lu Hualiang said coldly. Let her taste what it¡¯s like to be neglected! Just newly married and she would have to endure an empty bed¡ªthat¡¯s something no woman could bear, right? It was somewhat cruel, but she had become increasingly presumptuous. Lu Hualiang slowed down in packing his clothes, as if waiting for something. At that moment, Xia Weibao suddenly stretched out her hand and pressed it on his, ¡°Wait.¡± Lu Hualiang¡¯s movements stopped immediately, and he slightly turned his head to look at her. Waiting for what she would say next. If she would just ask him to stay, he wouldn¡¯t make things difficult for her. In the future, he could stop neglecting her, and perhaps he could even¡­ The back of his hand under hers was growing warm, and as he looked at her delicate facial features, Lu Hualiang suddenly felt his whole body warming up. His thoughts began to wander¡­ ¡°Director Lu, packing clothes is such heavy work¡ªhow can we let you do it! Let me help you instead.¡± Xia Weibao said, shoving Lu Hualiang aside, and then quickly stuffed all his clothes into the suitcase. The suitcase was too full, and one wasn¡¯t enough. Looking up, she saw another on top of the wardrobe. Xia Weibao leaped up, grabbed the suitcase, and landed on the floor. Then she swiftly packed all his clothes, not minding the leftovers that didn¡¯t fit. It was more important to get rid of him quickly. What if he changed his mind? Click, the suitcase locked, Xia Weibao grabbed one in each hand, and hurried out. She returned empty-handed in less than ten seconds. ¡°Director Lu, I¡¯ve placed the luggage in the guest room, you can sort it out yourself.¡± Chapter 81 - 81: Director Lu, Does It Sting? Chapter 81: Chapter 81: Director Lu, Does It Sting? Finally coming to his senses, Lu Hualiang¡¯s face turned pitch black. ¡°Xia Weibao, what do you mean by this!¡± ¡°Wasn¡¯t it you who said you wanted to sleep in the guest room? I¡¯m just helping you pack.¡± Xia Weibao stated it as if it were the most natural thing in the world. With his snail¡¯s pace, it took him forever to pack his bags¡ªit was unbearable for her to watch. If he wanted to leave, he should just hurry up and go. A grown man dawdling like an indecisive woman. Just as Lu Hualiang was about to explode, Xia Weibao was already too lazy to bother with him. ... ¡°I have a competition today, so I won¡¯t be entertaining you. Do as you please.¡± Having said that, she hurried to wash up and get ready. Lu Hualiang¡¯s expression was gloomy. Did she already view him as a guest? Very well! Fuming with rage, he turned around and headed back to the guest room, only to see two suitcases carelessly thrown on the floor, and he suddenly had the illusion that Xia Weibao was trying to drive him out¡­ This is outrageous¡ªXia Weibao, remember this! He pulled out his phone, ¡°Yang Li, forget about Lin Mier¡¯s matter. He wanted to see just how long Xia Weibao could remain so defiant! Outside, public outrage was already boiling over. As soon as she showed up, those people¡¯s criticism could drown her! When she finds herself with nowhere to turn, he didn¡¯t believe she wouldn¡¯t come begging to him. Throwing his phone onto the bed, Lu Hualiang turned and went downstairs. He had only just reached the doorway when he doubled back, calling Yang Li again. ¡°Be prepared to act on my command at any moment.¡± As he spoke, he paused, ¡°Send some people to secretly follow Xia Weibao. Don¡¯t let anyone attack her.¡± Yang Li had just been puzzled¡ªthe preparations were made overnight, so why the sudden cancellation? Upon receiving another call from Lu Hualiang, he was speechless. There he goes, being haughty again. Yang Li guessed it must be something Xia Weibao did to tick off his boss, now miffed. If you can¡¯t bear to see her hurt, just say it outright. If you¡¯re concerned she might get injured, just say so. Acting like a closed book all day, what¡¯s the use of doing so much behind the scenes when she doesn¡¯t even know about it? When Xia Weibao rushed downstairs, Lu Hualiang was still eating his breakfast. His gaze fixed straight ahead, he didn¡¯t spare her a glance. It was clear to any observer that the two had entered a state of cold war. Xia Weibao grabbed a piece of cake and walked out without even sitting down, let alone noticing anything off about Lu Hualiang. The chill emanating from Lu Hualiang grew even colder. Housekeeper Fu, who had been serving him since he was young, could immediately tell that he was upset, and specifically upset with Xia Weibao. Quickly, he stepped in front of Xia Weibao, ¡°Madam, aren¡¯t you going to sit down for breakfast?¡± ¡°No, I¡¯m rushed for time.¡± Xia Weibao dropped a comment and hurried off. Leaving behind nothing but a breeze. ¡°Master, this¡­¡± Lu Hualiang¡¯s face turned dark, ¡°From now on, don¡¯t call her madam again!¡± He was curious to see how she would manage to hold her ground in this house without his support! Housekeeper Fu wiped his sweat; it seemed they really had a serious fight this time. ¡°Yes, master. Miss Xia may be just in a rush; after all, she has a competition today.¡± Miss Xia? Somehow, that title sounded awkward to him. S§×ar?h the ¦Çov§×lFire .net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Lu Hualiang¡¯s brows furrowed slightly as Xia Weibao¡¯s words from last night echoed in his ears; she was not comfortable with strangers touching her¡­ Strangers? They were a legitimately married couple, and yet she referred to him as a stranger¡ªhow irritating! And hearing the housekeeper refer to her as Miss Xia¡­ It was as if she had nothing to do with him at all. ¡°Call her madam.¡± She thinks she can get rid of him? Not a chance! Housekeeper Fu, ¡°¡­¡± What are you up to now, master? Becoming increasingly agitated, Lu Hualiang lost his appetite completely. Picking up his suit jacket, he strode out the door. When he arrived at the garage, he found Xia Weibao furiously pounding her fists on the Lamborghini¡­ Chapter 82 - 82: Without Comparison, There is No Hurt... Chapter 82: Chapter 82: Without Comparison, There is No Hurt¡­ ¡°` Thump, thump, thump¡ªthe punches landed as though they were hitting Lu Hualiang¡¯s heart. Suddenly recalling what Housekeeper Fu had said, Xia Weibao had smashed two vehicles, damaged three doors, dismantled four air conditioners, burst five water pipes¡­ Next to the villa in the garden, there was a new hole in the wall¡­ The centuries-old purple fir in the small courtyard had toppled over for some reason¡­ Bang! ... Just as Lu Hualiang was reeling in shock, a violent collision sounded from nearby. Looking up, he saw Xia Weibao kicking a car door clean into the vehicle. Don¡¯t ask how the door could be kicked in¡ªhe himself was dying to know why. Clearly, Xia Weibao hadn¡¯t expected such a result either, and she looked around guiltily. Lu Hualiang was in a blind spot, so she didn¡¯t see him. Thinking that no one had witnessed the scene, Her Majesty the Empress hurriedly pried off the emblem and then drove away. Lu Hualiang, ¡°¡­¡± He took a look at the car beside him and reached out to pry the emblem, but it didn¡¯t budge. By chance, his gaze caught sight of a Bugatti nearby with a hole in the front; the emblem had been pried off. Looking at the marks, it seemed to have been twisted off by sheer force. Lu Hualiang¡¯s temple throbbed fiercely¡ªthis strength¡­ Suddenly he felt it was time to buy a new car. Judging by the extent of Xia Weibao¡¯s destruction, a car per day, his garage would only suffice for two or three months of her rampages. He felt a headache coming on¡ªwas he raising a wife or an ancestor? Burning through gold! Xia Weibao first went to Hongtu to pick up Sister Tong. Upon seeing her car, Sister Tong almost burst into tears. Miss, can you be any more conspicuous? Such a ¡°unique¡± car out on the road, as if she¡¯d dread not being the center of attention? S§×ar?h the N?velFire.n§×t website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. What they needed now was to keep a low profile. So Sister Tong drove her own car, escorting Xia Weibao to the competition venue. From a distance, they could see the place surrounded by a crowd, holding white banners with big red words that read, ¡°Xia Weibao, get out of the entertainment industry!¡± ¡°Resolutely boycott Xia Weibao¡± ¡°Bitch Xia deserves to die¡± Xia Weibao, ¡°¡­¡± This was too exaggerated. If she didn¡¯t think someone was orchestrating this behind the scenes, she¡¯d be damned. ¡°Baby, get down.¡± Sister Tong¡¯s anxious voice came through, and Xia Weibao quickly ducked. ¡°What happened?¡± ¡°Some people are looking this way.¡± Xia Weibao, ¡°¡­¡± Sister Tong, aren¡¯t you a bit too nervous? The car drove directly into the underground parking garage, and Sister Tong confirmed there were no ambushes around before taking Xia Weibao up the elevator straight to the resting room. As they arrived at the door, they could hear a snide voice coming from inside. ¡°Eh, did you see? There are people outside holding banners boycotting Xia Weibao. ¡°Just now I saw Xia Weibao¡¯s agent¡¯s car entering the parking lot from the back door.¡± ¡°No way, that¡¯s so pitiful, sneaking in through the back door.¡± ¡°She deserves it! It¡¯s disgusting how she carries herself; it¡¯s just a pity for Lin Mier, such a talented individual always being suppressed by Xia Weibao. But fortunately, gold will always shine. She¡¯s the hot favorite this time, and the championship is definitely hers.¡± ¡°Without Xia Weibao holding her down, she¡¯s bound to soar!¡± Just then, Lin Mier emerged from her exclusive makeup room, and everyone crowded around her. ¡°Oh my god, Mier, you look so beautiful.¡± ¡°Yes, truly worthy of the title ¡®goddess of period dramas.¡¯ With that white dress, you look incredibly stunning, absolutely breathtaking.¡± ¡°Oh my heavens, Mier, I¡¯m falling in love with you¡­¡± Lin Mier was at the zenith of her popularity, and everyone wanted to curry favor with her, showering her with exaggerated praise. Lin Mier¡¯s smile was modest, neither overbearing nor overly humble, ¡°You all should stop flattering me. Among all the contestants, I¡¯m probably the worst, especially with Senior Xia here.¡± ¡°Mier, you¡¯re too modest. How can a rat on the street be compared to you?¡± The others joined in disdainfully, ¡°Exactly, Xia Weibao¡¯s current popularity doesn¡¯t even match that of a newcomer; she¡¯s aiming too high without recognizing her own limits!¡± As Lin Mier listened to the crowd¡¯s rant against Xia Weibao, her heart swelled with pride. Her face, however, showed no sign of it, ¡°Everybody, please don¡¯t say such things. Senior Xia was once my role model, and even if she¡¯s fallen now, I still hope she can stand back up.¡± ¡°Mier, you¡¯re just too kind-hearted. After the way she treated you, you still speak well of her.¡± ¡°Exactly, this time Xia Weibao thinks she can snatch your championship, dancing classical dance in front of you. I was going to die laughing, haha.¡± ¡°Mier¡¯s period outfit is incomparable, Xia Weibao must feel inferior¡­¡± Drop dead. The mocking stopped abruptly as they watched Xia Weibao walk in, and everyone had the same thought. Without comparison there can be no harm¡­ ¡°` Chapter 83 - 83: A Slap in the Face Chapter 83: Chapter 83: A Slap in the Face Brows like distant hills, untraced yet darkened, pupils like stars, unspotted yet sparkling, lips like cherries, not blushed yet red, face like peach blossoms, unpainted yet in powder form. Three thousand strands of hair cascading like a waterfall, a willowy waist too slight to hold, skin surpassing snow-white valleys peaceful orchids. Is this Xia Weibao? Is this a plastic-surgery face? My god! If plastic surgery could make one this beautiful, then they would be willing to die for it! ... Utter silence, you could hear a pin drop. Really wanted, contrary to conscience, to say Xia Weibao was inferior to Lin Mier. But, couldn¡¯t bring myself to say it. Some people are born to rely on their looks to make a living. Rip¡ª Lin Mier directly tore the handkerchief she was holding. The look in her eyes as she gazed at Xia Weibao was as if she wished it could transform into a blade and slash this face a thousand times! The spite in those eyes, even while desperately restrained, was still terrifying and ferocious. The surrounding contestants exchanged awkward glances. Just now, they had claimed Xia Weibao¡¯s beauty was the result of plastic surgery; now it felt as though they had been slapped in the face, utterly humiliating. Xia Weibao¡¯s aura almost didn¡¯t need comparison, she had already left Lin Mier in the dust. In comparison, Lin Mier¡¯s big-eyed, sharp-chinned, viper-like face seemed more like the result of plastic surgery¡­ Everyone withdrew in embarrassment. ¡°It¡¯s almost time for my performance, I¡¯m going to prepare.¡± ¡°I need to touch up my makeup¡­¡± Seeing the subtle expressions of those people, Lin Mier¡¯s fists slowly clenched, her lower lip almost bitten through! The more smug she had been just now, the more humiliated she felt now! As long as Xia Weibao was around, she was merely a clown! Xia Weibao, why don¡¯t you just die! After everyone had dispersed, Lin Mier looked at Xia Weibao with unrestrainedly venomous eyes. ¡°Xia Weibao, don¡¯t think you can win, the champion will definitely be mine!¡± Xia Weibao smiled gracefully, leaning closer to Lin Mier. She extended a slender, jade-like finger and, with a bewitching gaze, lifted Lin Mier¡¯s chin. ¡°Then enjoy your last moment of glory.¡± Lin Mier felt cold all over, Xia Weibao¡¯s words unsettling her. But remembering that Brother Wang had already arranged everything, she felt slightly reassured. ¡°Dance into the Future¡± was a national-level dance competition that had been in the spotlight from the beginning. The grand finale became even more hyped up due to Xia Weibao and Lin Mier¡¯s incident. The whole nation was watching! The news of Xia Weibao¡¯s bribery had put a lot of pressure on the organizers. Since no one produced solid evidence, the organizers vehemently denied it. To regain their reputation, the organizers made a bold decision: no pre-recorded footage, but a live broadcast instead! To demonstrate fairness! At this, the public was abuzz! Sear?h the N??eFire.¦Çet website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Live broadcast, great, let¡¯s see how Bitch Xia makes a fool of herself in public! Before the competition began, the audience didn¡¯t forget to rinse their mouths and then drank a few more sips of water, waiting for when Xia Weibao came on stage, ready to spit and drown her! Those who made it to the finals all had talent, so everyone¡¯s performance was spectacular. But the audience had Lin Mier and Xia Weibao on their minds, so the reactions were mediocre. Until Lin Mier made her entrance, at which point the entire audience went wild! The cheers were deafening, the shouts thunderous, almost as if they would lift the ceiling! ¡°Mier, keep it up!¡± ¡°Mier, you¡¯re the best!¡± ¡°Lin Mier, our eternal goddess!¡± And the live stream screen was completely overwhelmed with messages. All were cheers for Mier, support for Mier, urging Mier to beat Bitch Xia, and so on. Such soaring popularity excited the organizers, who hurried to capture every beautiful moment of Lin Mier on camera. Chapter 84 - 84: The Most Beautiful Ancient Costume Goddess Chapter 84: Chapter 84: The Most Beautiful Ancient Costume Goddess This final competition relied solely on Lin Mier to carry the whole show. When Lin Mier stepped onto the stage, the screen was bombarded with messages! It was all bullet comments, almost obscuring any view of the person. ¡°Ahhhh Mier is so beautiful, so beautiful, so beautiful!¡± ¡°The most beautiful ancient attire goddess, none compare!¡± ¡°Lin Mier, my eternal goddess, I love you!¡± ... ¡°Ancient attire was made for Lin Mier¡­¡± All sorts of comments continuously dominated the screen, the excitement never ending! And Lin Mier did not disappoint. Her Rainbow Feather Dress Dance brought tonight¡¯s competition to a great climax! She already had a foundation in dance, and added to that the diligent practice of late, her dancing was incomparably exquisite. Every movement was extremely precise, impeccable. Even Yin Mulan, who had had a stern face since the start of the competition, gave a slight nod in approval. The cameraman captured this moment of Yin Mulan, immediately zoomed in, and with Yin Mulan¡¯s popularity, catapulted Lin Mier to the peak! As soon as the dance ended, it was time for scoring. With a perfect score being ten, and five judges in total, the highest and lowest scores were discarded and the average of the remaining three was taken as the final score. Soon, Lin Mier¡¯s scores were out. The first judge raised his card, ¡°Ten points.¡± The second, ¡°Ten points.¡± ¡°Ten points.¡± ¡°Ten points.¡± Yin Mulan was the head judge, so she scored last and gave comments as well. She raised her card, which surprisingly read, ¡°9.5 points.¡± The final score, ten points! Then, she picked up the microphone, emotionlessly started her comments, ¡°You danced well, with very skilled and standard movements, high flexibility, having reached a professional level. Keep it up.¡± Lin Mier displayed an excited yet dignified smile, bowed at a ninety-degree angle, ¡°Thank you for your comment, Teacher Yin.¡± On the live streaming platform, the screen was again exploding with messages! ¡°Ahhh Teacher Yin actually praised Lin Mier, oh my god!¡± ¡°Who doesn¡¯t know Teacher Yin¡¯s sharp eye, she never approved anyone before. I didn¡¯t expect her to acknowledge Lin Mier so highly, Mier is too awesome!¡± ¡°The only contestant with a perfect score, the others scored no higher than 8.95, streets apart okay!¡± ¡°Simply defying heaven! The goddess of ancient attire! It has to be Mier!¡± ¡°Only Mier reigns supreme¡­¡± All fans were waving flags, holding up banners, cheering and rooting for Lin Mier. Every single one of them was so excited that their faces were flushed red, nearly jumping up. S§×arch* The n??el Fire.n§×t website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. While the competition continued on one side, Lin Mier had already started her interview on the other. Every contestant had an exclusive interview after coming off stage. ¡°Mier, what are your thoughts on achieving such a high score?¡± As soon as the reporter finished the question, he immediately put the microphone in front of Lin Mier. Although Lin Mier was excited, she remained gracious and composed, showing great poise. ¡°To achieve such a good score, I am truly surprised, and Teacher Yin¡¯s comments flattered me beyond expectation. I am currently very excited and moved. Thanks to ¡®Dance into the Future¡¯ for providing me with such a wonderful stage, allowing me to fully showcase myself. Thank you for the thoughtful comments, Teacher Yin; I will continue to work hard and live up to your expectations. Also, thanks to my fans for their support, for advocating for me during my darkest days. Here, I want to say thank you to the fans who like me. For you, I will strive to become even better, love you all.¡± Chapter 85 - 85: The Empress Arrives! Chapter 85: Chapter 85: The Empress Arrives! A heartfelt confession moved the fans to tears. Lin Mier¡¯s unflustered demeanour also garnered unanimous praise. Even many veterans in the entertainment industry upvoted her calm handling of the situation. Had it been anyone else with such achievements, they would have been carried away by now. But she, after many years of ups and downs in the entertainment circle, still managed to maintain such a disposition, which is truly rare. Even those who were previously indifferent towards her turned into fans because of her unaffected nature. ... Her heartfelt confession moved the fans, who showed their love and loyalty in various ways. ¡°Aimier, forever!¡± ¡°Fans of Mier, never regret.¡± Lin Mier¡¯s Weibo followers skyrocketed, and the comments section below was a continuous build-up of confessions. Soon, the topic #FansOfMierNeverRegret topped the trending charts. This evening¡¯s finale once again pushed Lin Mier¡¯s popularity to a new peak! If she was previously approaching A-list status, now her worth was undoubtedly that of an A-list celebrity. In the midst of such fervour, the competition came to an end. All the contestants¡¯ scores were out, and without a doubt, Lin Mier had won the championship! And she was the only contestant in history to win with a perfect score! She left the runner-up far behind! This result, which met everyone¡¯s expectations, once again pushed the atmosphere on site to a climax! The screen was filled with barrages of cheers for Lin Mier! The host took the stage, ¡°Seeing everyone so passionately excited, it seems that Mier winning the championship is indeed what everyone expected. Since her debut, Mier has been working very hard. Achieving such outstanding results is also an affirmation of her.¡± But¡­¡± The host¡¯s tone changed, ¡°Genius always arouses envy, and some are not convinced by Mier¡¯s excellence and have come to challenge her! Next, let¡¯s welcome our challenger, Xia Weibao, on stage!¡± Xia Weibao, waiting quietly backstage, raised her eyebrows at this remark. Genius always provokes jealousy, and some are not convinced by Mier¡¯s excellence? This blatant statement¡­ It seems the organizers also want to step on her popularity to lift Lin Mier to the skies. Although this was said jokingly, everyone present understood its implication. Indeed, as soon as the host¡¯s impassioned speech ended, the live audience went wild! ¡°Damn! What qualifications does Xia Weibao have to be disgruntled!¡± ¡°Exactly, what right does someone who can only climb up by selling herself have to question our Mier¡¯s abilities!¡± ¡°Disgusting, shameless, Bitch Xia, get out!¡± All sorts of bottles and trash were thrown onto the stage, and the curses were endless. The live stream platform¡¯s screen was bombarded with insults. The barrage was even faster than when they were praising Lin Mier earlier! One could imagine how furious those people were! The organizers¡¯ staff mingled with the audience, maliciously inciting the crowd¡¯s emotions. Then, they had the cameras capture the chaos at the venue and broadcast it live to the nation. Such a scene at the competition was unprecedented! By stepping on Xia Weibao¡¯s incident, the ratings were sure to hit a new high! S§×ar?h the n?velFire.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. ¡°God! The ratings have broken records, setting a new peak for variety shows in the last five years!¡± Upon hearing this news, the chief scriptwriter¡¯s face trembled with fatty laughter, ¡°Good! Keep fanning the flames!¡± Xia Weibao, oh Xia Weibao, you can¡¯t blame me for this; you delivered yourself to my doorstep to be slaughtered! Since you¡¯re already finished, just play your last part well and contribute something to my show. It wasn¡¯t until the ratings reached their peak with no upward trend that the chief scriptwriter ordered the staff to get ready and let Xia Weibao appear on stage. Furthermore, all the cameras focused, not missing any of her expressions. Now, every move of Xia Weibao was a talking point! As the backstage door slowly opened, Xia Weibao, dressed in flowing white, walked out against the backlit stage. Chapter 86 - 86: The True Ancient Costume Goddess! Chapter 86: Chapter 86: The True Ancient Costume Goddess! The starlight dazzled, her face not visible, revealing only her graceful figure, moving in leisurely steps. Her movement caused the white gauze draped on her to swirl, entangling with the backlight behind her. As she stepped onto the stage, the furious cursing from the audience suddenly fell silent. The barrage of comments on the live streaming platform, like a machine gun spray, also froze the moment she appeared, vanishing from view. It was unclear whether people were too shocked to react, or whether they feared the barrage would mar the peerless beauty on their screens. When the lights came up, she, in a whisper of white gauze, was enchanting amidst the resplendent glow of the stage, beautiful as if a woman had stepped right out of a painting. ... She resembled a Wen Wan beauty from an ancient hue, wandering in the river of time, seeking her way home in a daze, yet unwittingly straying into this turbid, tumultuous mortal world. A dress adorned with spring rain amidst blossoming pear blossoms, like a drifting dream. Eyes that snip away the mists, hazy as water shrouded clouds. Xia Weibao was beautiful, an undeniable fact as a once-celebrated actress. But her previous modern beauty, while exquisite, lacked a unique charisma. Yet in traditional attire, she suddenly revealed a fitting sensation. Her unexpected encounter with classical garb was like a match made in heaven, surpassing all earthly beauty. She was born for traditional costume. Everyone forgot how to react, whether they were in the audience, in front of their TVs, or as if the whole world had lost its voice. Just a moment ago, they thought Lin Mier¡¯s classical attire was unparalleled, that in white she was a Fairy. However, seeing Xia Weibao now, they realized what it meant to be a true classical goddess! Strip away the beauty¡¯s snowy garb, and who else could surpass her in white? ¡°Damn, so beautiful!¡± ¡°Holy shit, holy shit, holy shit! Is that Xia Weibao? Are you sure, absolutely sure, don¡¯t lie to me!¡± ¡°My God, I almost thought I had traveled through time.¡± ¡°Beautiful, beautiful, beautiful, beautiful, beautiful¡­¡± ¡°Mom, I think I just turned gay.¡± ¡°Ugh, you call that surgically altered face beautiful? Are you all blind?¡± ¡°Exactly, bashing Bitch Xia for ten thousand years, I stand firmly under Mier¡¯s banner; Mier is the unrivaled classical beauty!¡± ¡°The one above must be sick. Can you replicate that face and charisma with surgery? Go and try it yourself.¡± Sear?h the N?vel?ire.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. ¡°Are you telling me you¡¯ve slept with Xia Weibao, the one above? Claiming Bitch Xia is beautiful, I¡¯m speechless.¡± ¡°Are you blind, the one above? Not to mention anything else, Xia Weibao is genuinely beautiful.¡± ¡°I also think so, her face is really pretty, those photos on the internet previously were so misleading.¡± ¡°No exaggeration, no dissing, regardless of what kind of person Xia Weibao is, her face, figure, and classical charm are indisputable.¡± ¡°I agree, she may be nauseating but undeniably, she¡¯s really beautiful, much more so than before¡­¡± ¡°Casual fan here, not a superstar chaser, but based purely on looks, Lin Mier truly can¡¯t compete with Xia Weibao¡­¡± ¡°Not even close, it feels like one is in the heavens, the other on the earth¡­¡± Bang! Inside her exclusive makeup room, Lin Mier hurled a water glass at the screen! ¡°Ahh¨D¡± She screamed, violently sweeping all the cosmetics from the dressing table to the floor. The comments from those people drove her mad, made her crumble, and pushed her to the brink of insanity! Xia Weibao¡¯s face filled her with jealousy, resentment, and left her utterly distorted! Brother Wang hurriedly embraced the ranting and raving Lin Mier to calm her, ¡°Keep it down, no matter how beautiful she is, it can¡¯t cover up the fact she¡¯s not as good as you. Don¡¯t get angry. People might come in any time; you can¡¯t lose your composure.¡± Lin Mier clutched her hair with both hands, her gaze venomous. Xia Weibao, you¡¯ll never beat me! Chapter 87 - 87: Dance That Allures the City! Chapter 87: Chapter 87: Dance That Allures the City! Office of the CEO at Lu Corporation. Yang Li stood trembling in front of the desk, holding a document in his hands. He glanced at the man behind the desk and really wanted to scream at the heavens, Master, what madness has possessed you this time! Watching the madam¡¯s live stream had actually filled him with so much murderous aura that the entire office had become a Shura Field. What had the madam done to offend you? Lu Hualiang¡¯s expression grew darker and darker, staring intently at the woman on the screen who was all smiles and charm, with eyes like glimmering jewels. ... He knew she was beautiful, but he didn¡¯t realize, until she changed into a different outfit, that she could be so stunningly breathtaking! The thought that so many people were watching her right at that moment drove him to the point where he wanted to gouge out everyone¡¯s eyes! Lu Hualiang¡¯s gaze grew more and more sinister, even feeling an urge to leap out of the screen, snatch her up, and drag her home. He felt a suffocating discomfort in his heart, an inexplicable unease throughout his body. Like a short-tempered and easily irritable lion. Especially when Xia Weibao slightly curled her lips and smiled gracefully, it was as if his heart was struck by an electric shock. His hand trembled and he knocked over the coffee cup beside him. Yang Li silently turned his head; master, you¡¯re beyond saving. On the stage, Xia Weibao began to speak, her rosy lips parting gently, ¡°Hello everyone, I¡¯m Xia Weibao. What I¡¯m going to perform for you now is a dance I really love, ¡®Gentle as Water¡¯. Please adjust the lighting, thank you.¡± After that, the lighting technician finally realized what was happening and immediately adjusted the lights to a nostalgically retro tone. And the stage background changed as well. It switched from the previously dazzling and gloriously eye-catching scenery to a sky filled with dancing pear blossoms. The Ten-mile Long Corridor, with pear branches frosted over. Xia Weibao crouched in the center of the stage. As the music began, her hands started to sway softly. Like water plants gently waving with the flowing waves, bonelessly soft. First front, then back, crossing and swaying gently, even her fingers waving with curvature. It was as if those were not hands, but rootless water plants. Gentle as water, tender as water! An expert¡¯s move immediately shows whether or not they have the skills! Sear?h the N?velFire(.)net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Yin Mulan abruptly sat upright, watching the gracefully dancing Xia Weibao on the stage with disbelief. This was not her ¡°Gentle as Water¡±! This version, she had never seen before. Yet, it was countless times more brilliant than the one she had perfected! Could it be, this was the original ¡°Gentle as Water¡±, Empress Bao¡¯s ¡°Gentle as Water¡±? In that moment, all the noise drifted away, leaving only the enchanting sway of the dancer on the stage. Even those who didn¡¯t understand dance could tell she was performing beautifully. Graceful as a butterfly, creating wind with every move, elegant and graceful, exuding charm with every glance. Every movement as smooth as cloud and flowing water, full of abandon and intensity. The dance followed her heart, and her heart soared with the dance. Her figure light and ethereal, floating as if a fairy. Graceful as a drifting dragon, light as a startled swan. Especially when she spun, it seemed as though she might take flight at any moment. With pale hands lifting light green gauze, lotus steps beneath her, a visage as fresh as snow, her dance as charming as delicate pear blossoms. The long sleeves in her hands, following her rotations, floated up around her, lifting staged white petals spilled in advance, as if there was a stream of water flowing around her. Petal-laden waters carried an implied desire, yet the heartless water held no affection for the falling blossoms. In the audience, everyone stood up involuntarily, eager to see how she made the petals float. The petals did not just rise, but they also flew into the air, then fluttered down gently. And she seemed like the Fairy of a Hundred Flowers, surrounded by falling pear blossoms, slowly bending her waist. In that moment, Xia Weibao felt as though she had returned to the Deep Palace Courtyard of a thousand years ago, dancing before Emperor Xia Liang. So much so, that a tear quietly fell. This added a touch of sorrow to the ending of the dance. When the dance was over, everyone was silent. They were immersed in the sad emotions of her recent performance, unable to extricate themselves. Chapter 88 - 88 Unfair Treatment Chapter 88: Chapter 88 Unfair Treatment Exquisitely beautiful and graceful, the dance resonated profoundly. In the past, melodies were said to linger around the beams for three days; today, her dance movements have captivated the eyes for three nights. Only after witnessing Xia Weibao¡¯s classical dance does one truly understand what it means to be stunningly beautiful, what it means to amaze the entire audience, and what it means to attain unrivaled fame as a dancer! She was beautiful, so beautiful that it took one¡¯s breath away. She was beautiful, so beautiful that it burned into one¡¯s soul. She was so beautiful that even though she was mired in scandal, one couldn¡¯t help but admit she was indeed breathtakingly beautiful! ... Silence, a dead silence. It wasn¡¯t until a minute later that someone reacted, and applause broke out like thunder, deafening! Even the audience watching the live stream on their screens forgot to type in the chat, sitting there and clapping excitedly instead. Though they still harbored reservations about Xia Weibao, at this moment, they unanimously applauded for her dance. This was the power of convincing talent! Even if you slander me a thousand times, even if you deeply despise me, I can still make you bow down in admiration! This is the confidence of a queen! After her dance was over, it was time for scoring. The judges exchanged uneasy glances, each seeing the difficulty reflected in the others¡¯ eyes. Anyone with eyes could see that Xia Weibao¡¯s performance was flawless. In front of her, Lin Mier was but a jumping clown, not fit to take the stage at all. But¡­ When thinking of Xia Weibao¡¯s reputation, and then the perks Lin Mier provided them¡­ Since they took the bribe, they had to do her bidding, but with the current situation, blindly giving Xia Weibao a low score might lead to accusations of unfairness. The judges whispered among themselves for a long while but still couldn¡¯t make a decision. Finally, they turned to Yin Mulan, the head judge, wanting to see what she thought. But Yin Mulan was not looking in their direction at all, her gaze solemnly fixed on Xia Weibao. Her eyes were unflinching, though her expression seemed rather displeased. Could it be that Yin Mulan had also accepted Lin Mier¡¯s favors, intending to give Xia Weibao a low score? Or did Yin Mulan feel that Xia Weibao¡¯s excellent performance was a slap in her face, thus her unhappiness? Since Yin Mulan also seemed displeased with Xia Weibao, they felt unafraid to score low. Anyway, if there were any accusations of unfairness, the finger would be pointed at Yin Mulan, not at them. Exchanging glances, the judges began to score. In the audience, everyone¡¯s hearts were in turmoil. They disliked Xia Weibao, had smeared her name until there was no light left, and if she succeeded in this challenge, wouldn¡¯t that be a slap to their own faces? But if they claimed her challenge wasn¡¯t successful¡­ Impossible, her dance had captivated even them. Even some of the more emotional girls, reminded of heartache from their past by the last scene, were moved to tears. So, they hoped for Xia Weibao to score high, yet at the same time, they did not wish for it. Soon, the scoring results were announced. The first judge raised his card, ¡°Zero points.¡± ¡°Zero points.¡± ¡°Zero points.¡± S§×arch* The ¦ÇovelFire.¦Çet website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. ¡°Zero points.¡± The host looked surprised, ¡°May I ask why, Teacher Wang, you gave a zero.¡± The called-out judge spoke confidently, ¡°Someone like Xia Weibao, with her poor character, doesn¡¯t deserve any points!¡± These words caused an uproar throughout the venue. Although many felt this was a humiliation, no one objected, even seeing it as justified. The host felt awkward and looked to Yin Mulan, ¡°Teacher Yin, please give your score, Teacher Yin, Teacher Yin?¡± After being called several times, Yin Mulan finally snapped back to reality. Shaking off her previously downward mood, she looked deeply at Xia Weibao. She saw a woman whose pride was like frostbitten plum blossoms, withstanding the bitter cold without bending. Picking up the scoring board, she wrote down a number. Chapter 89 - 89: Full Marks! Chapter 89: Chapter 89: Full Marks! When she slowly lifted her sign, everyone was shocked. 10¡­ 10 points? She gave Lin Mier 9.5 points and actually gave Xia Weibao 10 points? A perfect score! Heaven! The other four judges saw it and their expressions changed in unison. ... They had thought that Yin Mulan disliked Xia Weibao, so according to their guess, she would score her a zero, but now she had actually given a perfect score¡­ The four of them looked at each other, suddenly feeling a bit guilty. But at this point, there¡¯s no turning back; they could only stand their ground, insisting that Xia Weibao¡¯s character was deplorable and she didn¡¯t deserve any points! Otherwise, if others found out they had taken bribes, their careers as judges would be over. However, with their faces somewhat red, Yin Mulan¡¯s score felt like a slap to their faces, leaving them with no place to hide their shame! That was true professionalism, while they were kind of¡­ sketchy. The scene had never been so quiet before, everyone¡¯s face holding a subtle expression. It felt like watching a play with unexpected twists and turns. The atmosphere was a bit awkward, so the host quickly stepped in to save the day, ¡°Next, Teacher Yin, please comment on Xia Weibao¡¯s recent performance.¡± Yin Mulan picked up the microphone, ¡°Perfect.¡± Just a short truthful word, but it outweighed a thousand praises. The entire place was in an uproar! The audience seats erupted in chaos. A buzz of discussion broke out, getting more and more intense. However, Yin Mulan did not care about that; instead, she looked towards Xia Weibao. ¡°Miss Xia, may I ask you a few questions?¡± Xia Weibao took the microphone from the host, ¡°Please ask, Teacher Yin.¡± ¡°This ¡®Gentle as Water¡¯ dance, did you choreograph it yourself?¡± ¡°No,¡± she paused, ¡°it was choreographed for me by someone else.¡± Her Dog Emperor had personally choreographed ¡®Gentle as Water¡¯ for her. ¡°Is it convenient to reveal who it was?¡± Yin Mulan was somewhat expectant. She was truly curious to know who could perfect ¡®Gentle as Water¡¯ down to such flawlessness. Xia Weibao shook her head, her lowered gaze hiding the sorrow in her heart, ¡°Someone who has passed away.¡± ¡°I apologize for bringing up your sad memories.¡± Yin Mulan nodded apologetically towards Xia Weibao, then put down the microphone. Xia Weibao didn¡¯t say much, but there was a trace of melancholy added around her eyes and brows. S§×arch* The ¦Çov§×lFire .net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. The results were out, and even though Yin Mulan had given a perfect score, after eliminating the highest and lowest scores, Xia Weibao¡¯s final score was still zero. The attempt to challenge the title failed, and Lin Mier was the final overall champion. As for this, Xia Weibao wasn¡¯t surprised. She seemed to still be recovering from the sadness of the moment and left the stage with a sense of gloom. The news of Xia Weibao scoring zero immediately sparked a wave of discussion on the internet. Some people felt that someone like her indeed didn¡¯t deserve any points. Others thought that art and morality should be judged separately; her character might be flawed, but one couldn¡¯t deny the fact that she was a dance prodigy. A dance that even Yin Mulan felt inferior to ended up scoring zero points, which was an insult to the art. Some argued this point, others that, and the internet was alight with disagreement. Inside the president¡¯s office of the Lu Corporation, a cold wind howled. Yang Li shivered with cold, ¡°I¡¯ll investigate those judges right away.¡± With those words, he dashed off. Lu Hualiang¡¯s gaze was dark, his hand slowly pressing over his heart. On the large screen, Xia Weibao¡¯s last dance scene replayed continuously, that single tear, as if it had fallen on the tip of his heart. Burning a hole through it. Empty and aching with a dull pain. As if something precious¡­ had been forgotten. Chapter 90 - 90: Director Lu, Do You Know Emperor Xia Liang? Chapter 90: Chapter 90: Director Lu, Do You Know Emperor Xia Liang? Xia Weibao felt under the weather and hastily departed. In the car, Sister Tong patted her shoulder to console her, ¡°It¡¯s okay, you danced very well. We will have another chance next time.¡± Xia Weibao turned her head to one side, gazing vacantly at the scenery outside the window. Her eyes slightly hollow, His Majesty¡­ Your concubine misses you. As the final round of the competition concluded, Yin Mulan, who served as the head judge, was interviewed. ... ¡°Teacher Yin, what do you think about ¡®Dance into the Future¡¯ this time?¡± S§×arch* The n?velFire.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Yin Mulan responded with a generous and appropriate smile, ¡°The contestants all worked very hard and were very outstanding, especially Xia Weibao. She really amazed me.¡± Journalists were used to stepping on Xia Weibao, and it felt unnatural to praise her now¡ªit was like slapping their own faces. So, they skirted the issue, ¡°Yes, all contestants were outstanding. Teacher Yin, we heard that you accepted the invitation to be the head judge of ¡®Dance into the Future¡¯ because you were considering taking on a disciple, is that true?¡± ¡°Yes.¡± ¡°I wonder who will be lucky enough to catch your eye.¡± ¡°There is one I am very satisfied with, but with my level, I doubt I can afford such a disciple.¡± She did not name names, but everyone knew perfectly well. ¡°Teacher Yin, there is a rumor, I don¡¯t know if you¡¯ve heard it, but Xia Weibao supposedly boasted that her ¡®Gentle as Water¡¯ was better danced than yours, and that you wanted to worship her as your teacher.¡± That was clearly sowing discord. For someone at the pinnacle of the pyramid, to be equated with a despised person was an insult! As if slapping her own face! Just when everyone thought Yin Mulan would lose her composure, they saw her smile faintly. ¡°It¡¯s not a boast; it¡¯s the truth. To admit it is somewhat embarassing¡ªmy signature dance, which I have performed for over a decade, cannot compare to that of a twenty-year-old girl. If possible, of course I would like to learn from her, but unfortunately, I can no longer dance. It¡¯s a pity that Weibao is just an actress. If she were interested in pursuing a career in dance, I believe, I would be her best guide.¡± Inside the dressing room, Lin Mier smashed her trophy! Her eyes red and bloodshot, she let out a fierce scream, ¡°Ahh¡ª¡± Brother Wang hurried to pick up the trophy, ¡°What are you doing? This is the champion¡¯s trophy.¡± ¡°What use do I have for a champion¡¯s trophy!¡± Not being able to become Yin Mulan¡¯s disciple, unable to piggyback off her resources, what¡¯s the use of showing off a champion?¡± Xia Weibao, why do you always block my path! Because of a last-minute meeting, Lu Hualiang returned a bit late. As soon as he walked in the door, Housekeeper Fu approached him with concern, ¡°Sir, the young mistress has locked herself in her room and refuses to eat.¡± Lu Hualiang frowned. Why was she not eating again, was it because of today¡¯s competition? ¡°I¡¯ll go take a look.¡± Using the key to open the room door, he saw Xia Weibao sitting on the bed hugging her knees, her head tilted resting on her arm, her eyes vacant and desolate. It tugged at Lu Hualiang¡¯s heartstrings. ¡°Feeling unwell?¡± Xia Weibao glanced up blankly at the face that looked exactly like Emperor Xia Liang¡¯s. ¡°Director Lu, did you see me dance today?¡± ¡°Hmm.¡± ¡°Was it beautiful?¡± ¡°Beautiful,¡± Lu Hualiang thought for a moment, ¡°From now on, do not dance in front of others, only for me to see.¡± The exact same words, flowing backward through the torrents of time, overlapped with the man in the bright yellow tent. He pressed her down onto the bed, her robe half undone, their temples rubbing together. He said that from then on, she could only dance for him. Xia Weibao lifted her head, and her well-like eyes suddenly surged with a huge wave. At that moment, her heart was thrown into turmoil, birthing an intangible and humble hope. ¡°Director Lu, do you know Emperor Xia Liang?¡± Chapter 91 - 91 Bribery Exposure, The Slapping Begins Chapter 91: Chapter 91 Bribery Exposure, The Slapping Begins ¡°The Emperor of the Great Xia Kingdom was a famous sage in history but also a notorious foolish ruler. What about him?¡± Later generations mostly praised Emperor Xia Liang, as he founded a prosperous dynasty in the Great Xia Kingdom, unifying the land! But some said he was blinded by lust and foolishness, never once stepping into the Imperial Harem and spoiling an Empress who punched court officials and kicked concubines recklessly. The Imperial Harem must not interfere in politics, yet Empress Bao wore the Dragon Robe, sat on the Dragon throne, burned Memorials to the Throne, and tore down palace walls. Emperor Xia Liang did not only neglect to intervene but also prohibited court officials from speaking out, leading people to label him a foolish ruler. The hope in Xia Weibao¡¯s eyes extinguished bit by bit. He, was not him. ... How could the Dog Emperor be so conceited as to call himself a foolish ruler? Lu Hualiang was somewhat puzzled. Out of the blue, why would she ask about a historical figure? And her expression, it seemed so disappointed? Remembering the dance she performed today, which Emperor Xia Liang choreographed. Thinking about that final tear of hers, could it be¡­ She admires Emperor Xia Liang? The thought alone soured Director Lu¡¯s heart. His wife was thinking about another man, even if it was a dead one, that was unacceptable! ¡°Why are you asking about him, he¡¯s been dead for over a thousand years, now nothing but a heap of bones¡­ Ah-choo!¡± As he said it, he suddenly sneezed violently. Lu Hualiang, ¡°¡­¡± Damn it! There was this inexplicable feeling of being cursed. Xia Weibao waved her hand, ¡°I want to sleep, you should leave.¡± Lu Hualiang, ¡°¡­¡± This is my master bedroom! Thinking about how he moved to the guest room this morning, Lu Hualiang¡¯s heart chilled. Suddenly, he had the sensation of having shot himself in the foot¡­ ¡°Get up and eat first.¡± ¡°Not hungry,¡± Xia Weibao said listlessly. Lu Hualiang yanked her up, but didn¡¯t expect the Empress, in her foul mood, to lash out. ¡°I already told you I¡¯m not hungry.¡± Seeing Lu Hualiang¡¯s face, which looked exactly like the Dog Emperor¡¯s, only intensified her heartache. Her nose felt sour, and her eyes stung. The Dog Emperor, the dead emperor, had spoken of dying together. And now, wasn¡¯t he just leaving her all alone. ¡°Why do you have such a face to begin with!¡± Lu Hualiang, yelled at ignorantly, was stunned. Was she annoyed because he was handsome? ¡°Did my face offend you?¡± ¡°It¡¯s hideous, a freak, just looking at it makes me nauseous, so nauseous I could cry. Go away, go away, go away, go away now.¡± The always proud Director Lu had never been kicked out like this, and immediately felt his anger rising. ¡°Xia Weibao, this is my room!¡± ¡°You already moved out this morning, this is my room now, goodbye! Goodbye!¡± After saying that and pushing him out, she slammed the door shut. Lu Hualiang, nearly hitting his nose on the door, ¡°¡­¡± S§×ar?h the N?vel?ire.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. He seemed to have really shot himself in the foot¡­ Just then, a call from Yang Li came in, and he sent over evidence of Lin Mier bribing the four judges as well. Lu Hualiang was about to say to immediately release the evidence. But thinking about Xia Weibao¡¯s recent attitude, and the bitterness of not being able to return to his master bedroom, he hesitated. This was a good opportunity. Xia Weibao had suffered such a grievance, and she surely wanted to vent her anger now. Maybe he could use this as a bargaining chip. So the presumptuous Director Lu began to think about how to let Xia Weibao know he had the evidence, then make her come to him for help. It was this hesitation that made him miss the chance to curry favor with the Empress. Yang Li¡¯s call came through again, ¡°Director Lu, why did you get involved personally?¡± ¡°What do you mean?¡± ¡°The internet has exploded with the news about the judges taking bribes.¡± Chapter 92 - 92 Dog Eat Dog Chapter 92: Chapter 92 Dog Eat Dog Lu Hualiang clenched the phone in his hand tightly, face as dark as still water, ¡°Who leaked it!¡± How absurd! This was his bargaining chip for moving back into the master bedroom! And someone had beaten him to the punch! Yang Li was so scared that his little heart trembled as he hurriedly checked the ID of the post publisher, only to discover¡­ ¡°Master, it wasn¡¯t you who leaked it? But the ID is from your household.¡± ... His household? Lu Hualiang was stunned for a moment, then his face turned magnificently dark. He kicked the door open and saw Xia Weibao sitting on the bed, holding her phone in one hand, doing who knows what, and licking an ice cream with the other. ¡°Where did you get the ice cream from.¡± Lu Hualiang felt that he couldn¡¯t keep up with her actions¡­ Xia Weibao gestured backward with her hand, beside the bed was an extra-large refrigerator that she had moved up earlier. Did you know that inside the refrigerator, you can store lots of tasty things, even ice cream? Maybe you¡¯ve never seen one, but she had one. And have you ever eaten ice cream? She hadn¡¯t even eaten it when she was in the palace, so it¡¯s normal you haven¡¯t either. ¡°Do you want some?¡± Lu Hualiang, ¡°¡­¡± Eat, eat, eat, stuff yourself to death! He snatched her phone out of her hand, and Lu Hualiang¡¯s forehead began to throb. It was indeed her! She not only found the evidence of the judges¡¯ bribery but also dug out all of Lin Mier¡¯s scandals. Moreover, she had found out before the competition. Knowing there was a problem with the competition but staying silent, waiting to speak out afterward¡­ Lu Hualiang gave her a deep look, this woman was no simpleton. His hand, holding the phone, was trembling ever so slightly; the information he had ordered to be investigated had all become scrap paper! He felt vexed, with a kind of frustration that was neither here nor there. Dignified in defeat, Director Lu scoffed and turned to walk out. If she doesn¡¯t move back in, then she doesn¡¯t, who cares! As he walked out the door and saw the kicked down door, Lu Hualiang¡¯s complexion turned dark again in an instant. ¡°Housekeeper Fu, get someone to fix the door!¡± Housekeeper Fu craned his neck, what? The young mistress dismantled the door again? It seems even the master cannot control her. Online, it was already a complete uproar. ¡ªDamn, bribery, that¡¯s absolutely disgusting! ¡ªExactly, thinking about those sleazy judges preaching about Xia Weibao¡¯s lack of character and unworthiness to score while I almost threw up my breakfast. ¡ªTo be honest, Bitch Xia is pitiable this time. Even though she danced so well, she ended up with a zero. What a sham of fairness! S§×arch* The Novel?ire(.)ne*t website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. ¡ªThe organizers aren¡¯t any better, touting a live broadcast to demonstrate fairness. That¡¯s laughable. ¡ªI really want to know who holds such a deep grudge against Xia Weibao to actually bribe the judges to give her a zero[Curious] ¡ªCan some capable person dig into this and find out who¡­ Seeing the bribery exposed at the top of the trending topics, Lin Mier was so frightened her face went pale, eyes filled with terror. Her hands and feet were cold, and her back was continuously sweating; all she could do was silently pray. Let it not be discovered, please, let it not be discovered. Otherwise, she would be done for. As for those four judges, they were already at their wits¡¯ end. They never imagined that the issue would be blown wide open. And with indisputable evidence, including chat logs and bank transaction records, there was no way to deny it. ¡°What do we do, the current situation is very unfavorable for us, if it continues to ferment like this, we¡¯re finished.¡± All the judges wore grave expressions, ¡°There¡¯s only one way now, to leak that Lin Mier bribed us.¡± ¡°Isn¡¯t that a bit much¡­¡± ¡°How is it too much? If it wasn¡¯t for her bribes, would we be in this hot mess now?¡± ¡°Exactly, the bribery was mutual anyway. Why should we become the rats running down the streets while she gets off scot-free?¡± Chapter 93 - 93: Slapping Lin Bitch in the Face! Chapter 93: Chapter 93: Slapping Lin Bitch in the Face! ¡°Yes, now that the scandal has been exposed, admitting it bravely and apologizing to the public can at least prevent the situation from escalating.¡± ¡°Exactly, we¡¯re not in show business after all. As long as we push Lin Mier out, everyone¡¯s attention will be focused on her.¡± In the eyes of some, there are no eternal friends, only eternal interests. When interests align, harmony abounds. When interests clash, it¡¯s a dog-eat-dog world. So the four of them issued a public apology statement. ... ¡°During the finale of ¡®Dance into the Future,¡¯ our judgement was clouded by greed, and we accepted bribes from Lin Mier. For this, we sincerely apologize to the public. We will donate the 50 million bribe received by each of us to charity and will additionally fund the construction of a Hope Primary School with 10 million. We invite the public to supervise us. Statement by: ¡­¡± sea??h th§× Nov§×l?ire.n(e)t website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. What Lin Mier feared most still happened. Her bribery scandal exploded online, and the public sentiment instantly turned against her. Not everyone liked her. Becoming an overnight sensation, there were many who already viewed her unfavorably. ¡ªHoly shit! It¡¯s actually Lin Mier! ¡ªTalking about winning the championship through her own efforts, but it turns out she just bought it with money [Vomit][Vomit] ¡ªAnd that¡¯s not all, she once said Xia Weibao was her role model. Even if Xia Weibao has fallen, she still hoped to rise again someday. But then she turns around and bribes the judges to give zero points, what the fuck! ¡ªThe most disgusting thing is her faked persona. She acts all poised and serene after winning awards, staying unfazed by praise or criticism. When she got full scores, so composed. Damn it! She knew the outcome all along! ¡ªIf she orchestrated the results, of course she can be composed. Lin Bitch and Bitch Xia are on the same level: treasure appraisal complete! ¡ªIs it just me, or does anyone else think Lin Bitch is even more disgusting than Bitch Xia? ¡ªUpstairs, you¡¯re not alone. Although Bitch Xia also bribed her way, at least she has real talent. Lin Bitch is different¡ªno talent and can¡¯t stand to lose, so she buys herself full scores ¡­ Inside the villa, Lin Mier was already scared pale. The computer on the coffee table had been smashed to pieces, and her cellphone was thrown against the wall. She didn¡¯t have the courage to look at the abusive comments on Weibo. Ever since her debut, her career had been smooth sailing. It¡¯s tough for newcomers to debut, but she had Xia Weibao¡¯s support and thus had a very smooth career trajectory. After Xia Weibao¡¯s downfall, stepping on Xia Weibao¡¯s influence, she advanced steadily. Therefore, this was the first time she faced such harsh criticism. And it threw her into complete panic. Having risen so high before, her persona suddenly collapsed, and all of netizens¡¯ fury was directed at her. The hotter the fame, the harder the slap in the face! Just then, her agency released a statement. ¡°In light of the recent bribery scandal involving Lin Mier, which has had a serious impact on our other artists, the agency makes the following statement: Lin Mier¡¯s personal actions are unrelated to our agency and to the other artists under our company. We ask everyone to treat the situation rationally.¡± They were clearly distancing themselves from her¡ªsacrificing the pawn to save the king! Lin Mier¡¯s legs gave out, and she turned deathly pale. The company¡­ had abandoned her. No, she couldn¡¯t just give up like this! She had worked so hard to get to this point, and she couldn¡¯t bear to fall like this! In her panic, she scrambled to pick up her phone, trying to call Brother Wang in a frantic rush. But before she could make the call, a Weibo notification came through. ¡°Ah¡ª¡± Upon seeing its content, Lin Mier let out a terrified scream. Her phone crashed violently against the opposite wall, shattering into pieces. Chapter 94 - 94 Reversal! Chapter 94: Chapter 94 Reversal! This is a post that includes two video clips. Inside a bar, Xia Weibao¡¯s stunning performance of the Rainbow Feather Dress Dance and the malicious distortion in Lin Mier¡¯s eyes were captured with crystal clarity! The post was accompanied by a lengthy text, primarily claiming that Xia Weibao¡¯s Rainbow Feather Dress Dance was better than Lin Mier¡¯s, and that Lin Mier, fearing her championship would be stolen, leaked the bribery incident involving Xia Weibao. She aimed to use public opinion to pressure Xia Weibao into dropping out of the competition. But her plan didn¡¯t succeed, so she conceived a second scheme: bribing the judges. That¡¯s not all; even the incident from the past where Xia Weibao fought for Lin Mier to get the third female lead role in ¡°Vitality¡± was dug up. Years ago, when Xia Weibao invited the director to dinner, it wasn¡¯t to sleep her way to a role, but to secure the third female lead for Lin Mier! ... The other video was surveillance footage from the hotel restaurant three years ago. From beginning to end, Xia Weibao spoke on behalf of Lin Mier and had no physical contact with the director whatsoever. Two videos, irrefutable evidence, undeniable! Instantly, Lin Mier¡¯s public persona collapsed! ¡ª Damn it, clearly outmatched, yet she has the audacity to accuse Xia Weibao of stealing from her, where¡¯s the shame? ¡ª What was Lin Mier saying again? Xia Weibao was jealous of her quick rise, so she suppressed her everywhere. Now what do I see? Clearly, Xia Weibao fought for the third female lead role for her! ¡ª An ungrateful viper, if I recall correctly, wasn¡¯t it Lin Mier who made the photos of Xia Weibao¡¯s private hotel meet-up with the director public in the first place? ¡ª She kept saying Xia Weibao was her idol, who would¡¯ve thought she could stab so viciously! [Angry] ¡ª Having a fan like Lin Mier, poor Xia Weibao. ¡ª Don¡¯t even mention it, from fan to hater, gone from the Jianghu¡­ Lin Mier was finished, truly finished. Brother Wang hurried over, only to see her with disheveled hair and a haggard expression. Especially with her eye makeup washed away by tears, streaming black down her cheeks like sewage. She looked no different from a psycho. S~ea??h the Novel?ire(.)ne*t website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. ¡°How did you manage to get yourself in this state?¡± Brother Wang was somewhat displeased, as image was most crucial for a public figure! ¡°Brother Wang, what should I do now?¡± Lin Mier felt utterly ice-cold, completely at a loss for ideas. Seeing Lin Mier¡¯s weak and indecisive demeanor, Brother Wang truly wanted to wash his hands of the matter. But he thought about how Lin Mier was his cash cow and that she was also good in bed. If he were to give up on her, where could he find a job that let him earn money and sleep around simultaneously? ¡°If Xia Weibao says it was her who got you the role of the third female lead in ¡®Vitality,¡¯ then just tell the media you secured the role on your own, and it has nothing to do with Xia Weibao. The rumors will naturally fall apart!¡± Lin Mier¡¯s eyes lit up, why hadn¡¯t she thought of that! The third female lead role in ¡°Vitality¡± was never secured by Xia Weibao for her! In fact, the role had been determined to be hers even before Xia Weibao invited the director to dinner. A hint of malice flickered through Lin Mier¡¯s eyes. Xia Weibao, you want to ruin me? It won¡¯t be that easy! Just wait for the smack in the face! While the internet was busy lambasting Lin Mier, Director Liu, who once worked on ¡°Vitality,¡± suddenly posted a Weibo update. [I would like to clarify that the role of the third female in ¡®Vitality¡¯ was not secured by Xia Weibao, but was decided during the casting.] He attached two charts below, one with the list of audition invitees, the other with the audition results. Not only that, but there was also a video of the audition session, including the director¡¯s praise for Lin Mier and his immediate decision on record. With this Weibo post, the situation took a sudden turn, delivering a heavy blow to Xia Weibao¡¯s face! Chapter 95 - 95: All Present, Time to Fight Back! Chapter 95: Chapter 95: All Present, Time to Fight Back! Lu Garden. S§×arch* The Nov§×l?ire.n(e)t website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Xia Weibao was sitting cross-legged on the bed, slaughtering enemies left and right on her phone! Occasionally, she would spare a glance at the laptop in front of her. When she saw Director Liu¡¯s Weibo post, the corner of her mouth tilted up in a smirk. At last, everyone was gathered. She let out a cold snort, laced with mockery. ... Yes indeed, the role of the third female lead was indeed something Lin Mier had secured for herself. Even the former Xia Weibao didn¡¯t know that, thinking it was because she had treated Director Liu to a meal and he had returned the favor, which is why he gave the role of the third female lead to Lin Mier. As for Director Liu, haha, an old acquaintance indeed. Back in the day, when the original host was framed, it was this Director Liu who kicked her while she was down, revealing she had offered herself for a role, cementing the rumor that she climbed the ranks through underhanded means! Xia Weibao¡¯s eyes turned fierce, promising that she would return everything you all placed upon this body a hundredfold! ¡°Another round, hurry up, can¡¯t wait to go shred that bitch.¡± Xia Weibao quickly jumped back into the game, as today she was very busy indeed. On the other end of the screen, Third Chicken was somewhat baffled, ¡°Boss, why do you want to shred yourself?¡± ¡°Shred myself?¡± ¡°Yeah, aren¡¯t you the bitch? Everyone online is calling you Bitch Xia.¡± No sooner had Third Chicken finished speaking than Xia Weibao blew him back to his hometown with a bomb. Xia Weibao was so angry she didn¡¯t want to speak. Third Chicken¡¯s hacking skills were indeed top-notch, being able to dig up even those traces Lin Mier had erased. But his brain was just too damn rusty! ¡°Master, don¡¯t be angry, Third Chicken is brainless, don¡¯t stoop to an idiot¡¯s level.¡± Xiang Chu felt it was his moment to vie for affection! So he promptly sent over a video clip. ¡°Master, this is something I inadvertently captured when I went to see your competition the other day.¡± At the sight of it, Xia Weibao laughed. ¡°Good boy, well done!¡± Praised by his dear master, Little Kid Xiang was overjoyed, ¡°Thank you, Master.¡± Haha, the master had praised him, he was indeed the best! Not like that idiot Hepburn, who was still searching for someone to translate the news online word by word into English, busily bursting into a sweat without understanding anything. In the time it took for one game, the situation had already fermented, with the tide turning to accuse Xia Weibao of stealing credit. The role was clearly won by Lin Mier¡¯s own abilities, yet they claimed it was fought for by her. Even treating the director to a meal was superfluous. It was bad enough stealing credit, and now she was even trying to ride on Lin Mier¡¯s coattails. Some overzealous blind fans had already started cursing Xia Weibao as a hypocritical, disgusting, white lotus bitch. Drown in a bath, choke on food, gasp from drinking water, die from the stench in a bathroom¡ªjust not die a good death! ¡°Director Liu, I really owe you big time for this one,¡± Lin Mier¡¯s tone was delicately sweet. Laughing provocatively, she clung to the man. Director Liu, holding her soft body with roaming hands, asked, ¡°So how do you plan to thank me?¡± ¡°Stop it~¡± Lin Mier playfully pushed him away, then fell into his arms, her fingers seductively tracing circles on his chest. In her lowered gaze was nothing but ruthlessness: Xia Weibao, let¡¯s see who plays whom to death! Director Liu lifted her chin, looking at the face that resembled Xia Weibao by three parts, and his greasy, sausage-like mouth planted a kiss on hers. Xia Weibao, if only you weren¡¯t so clueless back then. If you had given in to me at that time, I wouldn¡¯t have had to find a cheap replacement like Lin Mier. All of this, you have only yourself to blame! Soon, salacious sounds began to emanate from the private room. Just as the two were passionately entangled, a video burst onto the internet like a thunderclap! Chapter 96 - 96: Unspoken Rules, Ruined Reputation! Chapter 96: Chapter 96: Unspoken Rules, Ruined Reputation! The filthy images and the crude sounds were like a timed bomb that exploded across the entire internet! Such vulgar videos appeared for less than a minute before they were immediately blocked by the internet content clean-up. However, it was enough to destroy a person! In just one minute, people had taken screen captures. All kinds of explicit screenshots were flying around the internet. The video hadn¡¯t been altered in any way; Lin Mier and Director Liu¡¯s faces were clearly visible. ... S§×arch* The n?velFire.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Plus their voices and what they were saying were all there. There was absolutely no room for rebuttal! Slap¡ª Director Liu slapped Lin Mier across the face, then kicked her, sending her tumbling to the ground! His eyes were red with rage, and he wished he could stab her to death right there! ¡°You bitch, only you had this video. How did it end up on the internet!¡± Lin Mier was dazed from the hit, covering her swollen face that resembled a bumpy mountain, as she crawled to pick up Director Liu¡¯s phone. At that glance, she almost fainted. Her breathing was rapid, her pupils dilated; she could no longer think clearly. How could this be happening, she had clearly deleted the video, why was it appearing online. While she was at a total loss, her hair was yanked up by someone. Director Liu grabbed her chin viciously and slapped her face again and again, ¡°You whore, you dared to screw me over!¡± With this video leaked, his career as a director was finished. ¡°It wasn¡¯t me, it wasn¡¯t me,¡± Lin Mier kept shaking her head, her face already streaming with tears. ¡°I¡¯m in the video too, how could I possibly release it.¡± This was digging her own grave; she wasn¡¯t that stupid! ¡°It still got out while in your possession!¡± Director Lin¡¯s face was twisted with malice, his teeth clenched. God damn it, he should never have listened to this bitch, saying it¡¯s to spice things up, and then recorded the footage! Now he had left himself such a huge trouble! He regretted it so much his guts were turning inside out; he wished he had never taken Lin Mier¡¯s side. Had he not posted on Weibo, maybe this incident wouldn¡¯t have been traced back to him! After kicking Lin Mier away, Director Liu hastily got dressed and left. This matter had to be dealt with as soon as possible. Years ago, Xu Jiayang, who was known as the number one director, couldn¡¯t withstand public criticism and had his reputation utterly ruined. Let alone himself! In the room, Lin Mier lay on the ground in despair, she didn¡¯t even dare to check Weibo for the comments. The sudden video had caught her off guard. One second she was relieved to finally turn the situation around, the next her reputation was in ruins! For every female artist, the casting couch is lethal! Especially since an hour ago, she was still claiming innocence and saying she earned her role through her own efforts; now this video was like a vicious slap in her face! If she had known, she wouldn¡¯t have bothered clearing her name; a role obtained through Xia Weibao was better than one from the casting couch! While Lin Mier was filled with regret, a user under a pseudonym posted a topic. ¡°Based on recent news, here¡¯s the analysis of what happened. Lin Mier slept her way into the third female lead role, but Xia Weibao was unaware and fought for Lin Mier, so she invited Director Liu for dinner. Lin Mier devised a plan, secretly taking photos of Xia Weibao and Director Liu at the hotel, then spreading rumors that Xia Weibao was sleeping her way to the top. Afterward, since Director Liu had a past with Lin Mier, he helped her by claiming it was Xia Weibao who offered herself for the main female role. So does that mean that from the beginning Xia Weibao was set up by these two people?¡± As soon as the post went live, it shot to the top of the trending searches! The internet was once again thrown into an uproar! And that wasn¡¯t all. Just as she was wracking her brain for damage control, another bombshell news hit the internet! Condemning her to an endless downfall! Chapter 97 - 97: Plastic Surgery Exposed! Chapter 97: Chapter 97: Plastic Surgery Exposed! Watching the plastic surgery report appear online, Lin Mier shrieked and suddenly covered her face. Impossible, absolutely impossible! She had her plastic surgery done abroad, completely confidential; how could it have been dug up by someone! Her surgery was her biggest secret, hiding her insecurities, her vanity; it was the last thing she wanted to lay bare before others. Moreover, she had expressed contempt for plastic surgery countless times in front of her audience, confident in her looks, vowing never to do it. And when Xia Weibao was exposed for plastic surgery, she had also trampled on her a bit. ... Not only that, the post that made her an overnight sensation also mentioned that Xia Weibao looked like her, not the other way around, and now the plastic surgery issue was exposed¡­ Lin Mier¡¯s body trembled uncontrollably, not daring to look at the comments online. She could already imagine just how fierce the fans¡¯ reactions were! However, not looking didn¡¯t mean it never happened. The internet was already abuzz with discussion, the trending topics changing again and again, but they all revolved around one name, Lin Mier! ¡ª¡ªShit, she actually had plastic surgery! ¡ª¡ªDamn, no wonder her face always felt off, the eyes freakishly large, the chin perilously sharp ¡ª¡ªTalking about being a natural beauty, that¡¯s hilarious [vomiting emoji] ¡ª¡ªFuck, my poor eyes, no more talk, I¡¯m going to rip up the poster over my bed, scared I¡¯ll have nightmares tonight ¡ª¡ªBy the way, when Lin Mier debuted, wasn¡¯t she branded as ¡°Xiao Weibao¡±? Could it be she deliberately had surgery to look like Xia Weibao? This comment immediately rose to NO.1! People woke up from their stupor, jumping up like their backsides were on fire to flood the comments. If it were true, it meant that Lin Mier had already bitten onto Xia Weibao before she even debuted! Like maggots in the bone, a shadow that followed! Countless dirt-diggers began to unearth scandalous information. The interview with Lin Mier was dug up when ¡°Allure¡± changed its cast. ¡°Because of my outstanding looks, since my debut I¡¯ve been known as Xiao Weibao¡­ I once took pride in this title¡­ But now¡­ I¡¯m ashamed of it¡­ Such a person, who climbs the ranks through their body, lacking proper values¡­ From now on, I will no longer be anyone¡¯s shadow, I am me, a unique Lin Mier!¡± How loud her declarations had been, and now the slaps resounded just as loudly! Slap after slap, all landing on her face! Hitting her to the point of having nowhere to hide, to the point of dying of shame! The internet was filled with cursing, she was drenched in scandal! Worse than when Xia Weibao was berated back then! Lin Mier¡¯s face, pale and streaked with tears; her body went cold, trembling under the unbearable strain. The company had given up on her, Brother Wang avoided her altogether, and the fans wished they could drink her blood and eat her flesh! An unprecedented sense of despair, leading her to collapse. The memory of being once adored by thousands, shining like the stars, cut through her heart like a knife. Ingrate, backstabber, bedding her way up, bribery, plastic surgery, hypocrisy, all these labels had become hers. After ¡°Dance into the Future,¡± her Weibo followers had risen to six million, now dropping again and again, only three million remained, and the number continued to fall¡­ Lin Mier¡¯s heart bled as she saw the topic #Fans of Mier, Blackened for Life# top the trending searches, her heart felt torn by a million blades. Once, #Fans of Mier, Never Regret# held such glory. And now, #Fans of Mier, Blackened for Life# how ironic it seemed! Xia Weibao felt that Lin Mier had been ruined enough; it was time to clear her own name a little, so she posted the video of her little friend Xiang Chu. S~ea??h the N?vel?ire.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Chapter 98 - 98: One Fell Swoop, Theyre All Down Chapter 98: Chapter 98: One Fell Swoop, They¡¯re All Down This is a segment of video from the final of ¡®Dance into the Future¡¯. It clearly recorded that right before Xia Weibao got on stage, a group of staff members suddenly sneaked into the audience. And the first to throw a bottle towards the stage was actually a staff member! The fact that backstage staff provoked the audience to insult Xia Weibao gave a deeper meaning to the situation. Then, many audience members exposed that indeed, there suddenly was an extra person beside them that day, handing them bottles and encouraging them to throw and to hurl insults. After doing all this, Xia Weibao turned off her computer, twisted her stiff neck, and went to sleep. ... Playing games all day, exhausted me to death. She slept until evening, and when she logged into Weibo again, she discovered that a major drama of the year had unfolded! It turns out that after the malicious incitement of the audience by the organizers of ¡®Dance into the Future¡¯ was exposed, the production team was scolded to bloody shreds. Moreover, with the issues of the judges taking bribes, everyone boycotted the program. Streams of criticism kept pouring out. The production team, unable to endure the harassment, in attempt to divert attention, leaked information about Lin Mier acting like a diva during the competition, bullying newcomers, and insulting staff members, all sorts of damaging revelations. Then, the war of words shifted to Lin Mier¡¯s Weibo. Lin Mier¡¯s reputation was now in tatters, and just when she was most desperate, the production team bit her at this critical juncture, infuriating her. Holding onto the thought of mutual destruction, she disclosed the crew¡¯s accepting of bribes, not allowing anyone to perform on stage without paying, and even the harassment of female contestants, among other dark secrets. For a while, the two sides were at each other¡¯s throats. As they fought, the previous four judges were dragged into the fray to tear each other apart. Somehow, in the midst of the chaos, even Lin Mier¡¯s agent, Brother Wang, got pulled in. Then, someone even dug up the fact that Brother Wang had slept with Lin Mier. And as the battle continued, holy shit, all the contestants got roped in too. Which star doesn¡¯t have some dark past? Those contestants, fearing trouble, took the initiative to expose the inside story of Lin Mier¡¯s 300-round battle with the chief scriptwriter in the makeup room. Everything was thrown into complete disarray. It could be called the great tearing battle of the year! Xia Weibao was dumbfounded. She had only taken a nap, who was going to tell her what happened? How had everyone fallen from grace all at once? sea??h th§× n??el Fire.n§×t website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. As she casually browsed through the different sides engaged in the conflict, she suddenly remembered, those who exposed Lin Mier¡¯s scandal with the chief scriptwriter were precisely the young stars who were bootlicking Lin Mier backstage that day. With a cold sneer, this is the entertainment industry, in the face of great trouble, everyone flies on their own. She had thought that the shady people would have some solidarity, but it turned out to be a case of dog-eat-dog. No longer paying attention to that messy quarreling, since it no longer had anything to do with her. She opened her own Weibo homepage to find that her followers were on the rise again. Because of Lin Mier¡¯s smearing, her followers had dropped to two thousand, but now they had climbed back up to ten thousand. Although it was still not a lot, it was already very satisfying for her. Although there was some sympathy in the comments below for her being stepped on while others climbed up, most of them were still insults. Only, the insults weren¡¯t as vicious anymore. Although she had whitewashed some of her image this time, her past scandals were still there. Especially that video of drug abuse and promiscuity, it could be said to be her biggest blemish! Xia Weibao stretched lazily, took a deep breath, and believed that the future would be better. In the President¡¯s Office of Lu Corporation, the cold wind howled once more. Looking at the man behind the desk with dark expression, Yang Li wanted to cry. Chapter 99 - 99: Director Lu Asks If Hes Handsome Chapter 99: Chapter 99: Director Lu Asks If He¡¯s Handsome He wiped the cold sweat from his forehead and tightened his grip on the documents. Stuttering, he started, ¡°Mas¡­ Master, do¡­ do you still need these doc¡­ documents?¡± Poor guy. He¡¯d put in so much effort to stand up for the young madam, only for her to handle the entire situation on her own without needing his help as a husband. Well done, you had the chance to act first, yet you insisted on waiting for the young madam to ask for your help. Now, all your efforts have been in vain. For some reason, Yang Li suddenly remembered what Hualiang had said. ... ¡®Did she give you the authority? Did she ask for your help? Does she need you to meddle and cause trouble? She¡¯s very capable on her own, are you just shamelessly throwing yourself at her¡­¡¯ Glancing again at his master, who was still sulking, he really did seem like a fool¡­ Can¡¯t think about it, can¡¯t think about it, his master is wise and valiant, majestic and dignified, how could he be associated with shamelessness? It must be an illusion, definitely an illusion! Lu Hualiang¡¯s expression became even uglier, his eyes cold and bottomless like a deep pool. ¡°Why would I need them? To use them as food?¡± ¡°Yes, I¡¯ll get rid of them right away!¡± Yang Li ran off as fast as he could. You can¡¯t afford to anger an upset master. Half an hour later, Yang Su, holding an urgent document, was pacing in the office, trembling with fear. Entering now would certainly make him a target of venting anger. But if he didn¡¯t go in, what about the contract? So he had no choice but to muster the courage to knock and enter. He was already prepared to be scolded, but unexpectedly¡­ Fuck! My dog eyes! He actually saw his usually aloof boss, Director Lu, holding a mirror, checking his face! That¡¯s right, in a very vain way, checking his face from every angle without missing a spot! Hearing the door open, Lu Hualiang looked up coldly, that gaze¡­ Yang Li¡¯s legs went weak, nearly dropping to his knees begging for mercy. Master, have mercy, it wasn¡¯t intentional to see this delicate side of you¡­ Sear?h the N??eFire.¦Çet website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. ¡°Yang Li¡­¡± ¡°I didn¡¯t see anything!¡± Yang Li shut his eyes tight. He really didn¡¯t see anything, truly nothing at all. Lu Hualiang¡¯s face turned pitch black. ¡°What do you think of my looks?¡± What? Yang Li felt like he needed to see an ENT specialist. Otherwise, why was he hearing hallucinations? ¡°I¡¯m asking you what you think of my looks! Handsome or not?¡± ¡°Handsome! Master, you¡¯re dashing, unparalleled in the world, the most handsome in the universe!¡± Yang Li said without a second thought. Then he felt a chill in his heart. Could it be that the master was disheartened by the young madam and had lost interest in women, turning his attention to him instead? If Lu Hualiang knew what he was thinking, he¡¯d probably be shot on the spot! However, Director Lu probably didn¡¯t have the time to care about the ridiculous thoughts in Yang Li¡¯s mind. He continued to frown deeply, looking at himself in the mirror. He¡¯s clearly very handsome. Why would Xia Weibao call him ugly? ¡°If you were a woman, would you like my face?¡± Boom¡ª Yang Li felt as if he¡¯d been struck by thunder, charred on the outside, tender on the inside. It¡¯s over! He was indeed being hit on by his master, but he was a straight man, so straight! Seeing his lack of response, Lu Hualiang¡¯s face grew even darker. Just then, the secretary came in with the documents. Lu Hualiang turned to look at the provocatively dressed Secretary Yang, ¡°Secretary Yang, what do you think of my looks?¡± Yang Liu was somewhat bewildered, but she replied honestly, ¡°Very handsome.¡± ¡°If you were a woman, would you like my face?¡± Yang Liu, ¡°¡­¡± She was already a woman. Seeing Lu Hualiang¡¯s face change, she hurriedly said, ¡°I like it.¡± Attractive to both men and women, surely Xia Weibao must have a problem with her taste. Wondering what she was up to, suddenly feeling the urge to see her, Lu Hualiang picked up his coat and left work early. To give her a surprise. Chapter 100 - 100: Director Lus Heart-Stabbing Routine Chapter 100: Chapter 100: Director Lu¡¯s Heart-Stabbing Routine The car entered Lu Garden, and there Xia Weibao was seen wearing a white gown, seated on the balcony. Her right leg was slightly bent and placed inside the left knee. It was twilight at the time, and the afterglow of the setting sun painted a hazy light upon her. The evening breeze gently caressed, lifting her hair as dark as ink, which flowed down her back like a cascade. The soft hem of her dress rippled out like gentle waves. Her slender, jade-like fingers weaved through her hair, gently pulling it back. ... Revealing a delicate face. Every frown and smile seemed like a dream, brimming with a fairy-like aura that nearly spilled over. Her Majesty the Empress, fairylike, sat on the balcony utterly engrossed in¡­ playing a video game. Bang¡ª¡ª A loud crash resonated from the floor below, startling Xia Weibao, who was in the midst of a fierce game, causing her to die in the game. ¡°Dammit!¡± Which bastard is interrupting my game again! The servant admiring the beauty from below covered their face, Young Madam, please don¡¯t speak. It completely ruined the fairy vibe. Looking down, Xia Weibao saw a car that had crashed into a tree. She furrowed her brows, thinking what fool couldn¡¯t even drive properly and managed to hit such a large tree. Just then, a line of luxury cars suddenly pulled in behind, seemingly dozens of them in total. Xia Weibao¡¯s eyes lit up; she leapt down from the balcony and ran towards the main gate. Lu Hualiang felt somewhat annoyed, punching the steering wheel hard. Damn! He had been so absorbed in watching Xia Weibao that he forgot to drive. This low-level car accident was an utter disgrace! His face darkened as he got out of the car, only to see Xia Weibao, like a cheery butterfly, fluttering towards him. Director Lu¡¯s somber expression eased slightly. At least she had some conscience, noticing that he had had an accident and coming over to check. He took a step forward to greet her, but unexpectedly, Xia Weibao ran right past him. ¡°Excuse me, don¡¯t block the way.¡± Lu Hualiang, ¡°¡­¡± Turning around, he saw her happily circling the row of luxury cars. After making a round, she seemed disappointed. ¡°Why is it these kinds of trashy cars again?¡± Not a single one she felt like driving. Trashy¡­ cars?! Lu Hualiang considered himself a worldly man, one who could remain unflappable even if the sky fell down. But at this moment, he was taken aback by Xia Weibao¡¯s remark. He had bought nothing but the world¡¯s top luxury cars! Each one started at tens of millions, and these sixty cars cost him billions! He had spent a fortune to please her, and all he received in return was a comment about ¡°trashy cars.¡± How utterly disheartening. ¡°If you despise the cars, don¡¯t drive them. From now on, you¡¯re not allowed to drive my cars!¡± Xia Weibao scoffed, ¡°Don¡¯t drive then, who cares, my apprentice said he¡¯s gifting me a Santana.¡± A Santana worth a hundred thousand, so she wouldn¡¯t need to bother stealing emblems when she went out, how nice. Apprentice? That Xiang Chu? Just the thought of Xia Weibao driving a car gifted by another man darkened Lu Hualiang¡¯s expression even more. ¡°Xia Weibao! Don¡¯t forget who you are! As the Young Madam of the Lu Family, associating with another man, do you not know what propriety means?!¡± ¡°It¡¯s just a gift of a car, how did it become an improper association?¡± For someone from ancient times, failing to adhere to proper conduct for a woman was a disgrace! ¡°Don¡¯t I have cars for you to drive? A whole garage for you to choose from, yet you want one from someone else?¡± Xia Weibao, ¡°¡­¡± There¡¯s a rather uncivilized phrase in her mind, wondering if saying it would ruin her fairy image. Damn it, what an idiot! She had no desire to talk to a man with such a deficient intellect, she might as well go play her game. ¡°Where are you going? Are you listening to me, Xia Weibao! Do you still consider me your husband?!¡± Xia Weibao paused in her steps, ¡°Director Lu, let me remind you, we¡¯ve signed a divorce agreement.¡± S§×arch* The n?vel_Fire.¦Çet website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Chapter 101 - 101 Director Lu Has Great Potential to Dote on His Wife Chapter 101: Chapter 101 Director Lu Has Great Potential to Dote on His Wife Lu Hualiang, ¡°¡­¡± Feeling like his heart had just been pricked, what was that about? He had forgotten about the divorce agreement¡­ When he went upstairs, he saw Xia Weibao sitting cross-legged on the sofa, eating an apple while playing a game, not even glancing his way once. Lu Hualiang snorted coldly, ¡°Housekeeper Fu, don¡¯t bother calling me for dinner. Seeing certain people just ruins my appetite!¡± Having said that, he stormed upstairs. ... Back in the study, he dug out the divorce agreement, tore it to pieces, and threw it in the trash can. ¡°Let¡¯s see how you¡¯ll get a divorce now!¡± There was only one copy of the agreement; Xia Weibao hadn¡¯t kept a backup. In other words, now there was no proof. Thinking of how Xia Weibao would be infuriated, unable to divorce a year later, Director Lu¡¯s mood finally improved a bit. He opened his emails to deal with official business. An hour later, he checked the time feeling somewhat annoyed. It was half past six. Why hadn¡¯t they eaten yet? After waiting another half hour and still no sign of Housekeeper Fu, Lu Hualiang grew impatient and made a call. ¡°Housekeeper Fu, what is the young madam doing?¡± Housekeeper Fu wiped an imaginary sweat off his brow as he looked at Xia Weibao biting her chopsticks while playing her game. ¡°The young madam is eating¡­¡± and playing games. ¡°Eating? Why didn¡¯t you call me?¡± Sear?h the Nov§×l?ire.n(e)t website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Lu Hualiang¡¯s expression turned displeased. ¡°Sir, didn¡¯t you say not to call you this evening?¡± ¡°¡­¡± Lu Hualiang, ¡°Just because I said don¡¯t call me, you really didn¡¯t call? How can you even be a butler!¡± Couldn¡¯t he tell that was said in anger! ¡°I was going to call, but the young madam said¡­ no need to bother about you¡­¡± Lu Hualiang, ¡°¡­¡± She must want to starve him to death so she can divorce him! ¡°You, come up immediately and call me down for dinner.¡± Lu Hualiang hung up after he finished speaking. Housekeeper Fu stared blankly at the busy signal coming from the phone. Sir, can¡¯t you just come down by yourself? Why do you need me to call you? Although puzzled, Housekeeper Fu still complied and respectfully informed Xia Weibao. ¡°Young madam, the master asked me to call him to come down for dinner, so I¡¯ll go fetch him.¡± Xia Weibao didn¡¯t even flicker an eyelash, still immersed in her game. Don¡¯t disturb. Lu Hualiang sat down beside her with an emotionless face, ¡°You¡¯re so annoying. If it weren¡¯t for Housekeeper Fu asking me, I really wouldn¡¯t want to sit at the same table with you to eat.¡± Then, he pretended to do so reluctantly, pulling the chair slightly to the side to keep some distance. Xia Weibao gave a slight lift of her eyelids, damn moron! Lu Hualiang elegantly picked up his food, his demeanor cold, a frosty air emanating from him that made Housekeeper Fu quickly go and turn up the temperature a bit. Xia Weibao continued to treat him as if he wasn¡¯t there. Lu Hualiang glanced at her sideways and tapped his finger on the table, ¡°Don¡¯t play with your phone while eating.¡± Her Majesty the Empress didn¡¯t respond to him. ¡°Xia Weibao!¡± ¡°What are you yelling about? Can¡¯t you see I¡¯m busy?¡± Busy? Lu Hualiang was utterly frustrated. Busy playing games? ¡°Are you eating or not? If not, I¡¯ll tell Housekeeper Fu to take it away.¡± ¡°Take it away, I¡¯m not hungry.¡± Housekeeper Fu turned his head quietly, thinking to himself, sir, you just can¡¯t control a girl addicted to the internet. The young madam had her soul hooked by the game. ¡°Don¡¯t eat then, who cares about you!¡± After throwing those words, Lu Hualiang abruptly stood up. Then¡­ He pulled his chair closer towards Xia Weibao and sat down beside her. As he picked up a piece of chicken, he turned only to see her mouth clamped down on a pair of chopsticks. Lu Hualiang, ¡°¡­¡± Holding back a surge of irritation, he pried the chopsticks from her mouth, ¡°Open up!¡± ¡°Ah¡ª¡± Xia Weibao obediently did as she was told, and after eating, she gave him a sweet smile. Chapter 102 - 102 Indirect Kiss Chapter 102: Chapter 102 Indirect Kiss That smile dazzled Lu Hualiang for a moment, causing him to lose focus. He suddenly sat up very quietly, then took a piece of chicken and ate it himself. He had never thought before that the chicken made by the chef was tasty. Housekeeper Fu, who was just about to retrieve new chopsticks for him, was astonished! Sir, he¡­ he¡­ Doesn¡¯t he have a phobia for cleanliness? And now he¡¯s actually sharing a pair of chopsticks with the young mistress? And why is he biting on the chopsticks while chewing the chicken? ... Housekeeper Fu felt that perhaps the world had turned into a fantasy. But then he thought about it; they were husband and wife, kissing should be commonplace, and they probably fulfilled marital duties every night. They might have even shared things more intimate than that, not to mention saliva. Normal, normal. Having finished a mouthful, Lu Hualiang picked up a piece of green vegetable to feed Xia Weibao. One bite for her, one for him; sharing a meal this way wasn¡¯t bad. As for Xia Weibao, being able to eat while playing her game was naturally the best. Only, if she knew Lu Hualiang was feeding her with the very same pair of chopsticks, she¡¯d probably be turned off. Just as she was engrossed in her game, her chin was suddenly pinched, and she was forced to turn towards Lu Hualiang. ¡°You have oil on the corner of your mouth; how careless,¡± he said softly, then took a napkin and gently wiped her mouth. His expression was focused, his gaze tender. Xia Weibao¡¯s heart was suddenly pierced. His Majesty¡­ Before, Dog Emperor had done the same. Every time they ate together, he would pinch her chin, telling her there was oil on her mouth, and then he would kiss her. The same expression, throwing her thoughts into disarray, unexpectedly made her nose tingle. Suddenly, she stood up violently, ¡°I¡¯m full.¡± Then she fled in a panic. In her room, Xia Weibao hid under the covers, tossing and turning, unable to sleep. Feeling a bit cold, she snuggled to the side, but couldn¡¯t find the familiar warmth of an embrace. For some reason, the room felt especially empty tonight. She felt like a lone spirit that had come to this strange Another World. There was no Imperial Harem, and no¡­ Dog Emperor. Even though it was summer, why did it feel so cold? Xia Weibao turned her head, looked at the air conditioner spitting out cold air, and blamed the wretched machine. She picked up a table lamp and threw it viciously at the air conditioner. With a loud bang, the air conditioner sparked and the entire villa plunged into darkness. Lu Hualiang, who was pondering how to move back into the master bedroom, paused at the sudden power outage. He quickly called Housekeeper Fu, ¡°Check the lines to ensure safety, but don¡¯t fix anything.¡± Housekeeper Fu was about to ask why not to fix it when he was promptly hung up on. Lu Hualiang packed all his luggage in a jiffy and stood at the doorway of the master bedroom with two suitcases. He¡¯d heard that girls tend to be more fearful, afraid of the dark. Xia Weibao must be very frightened by now. Upon seeing him, she would likely ask him to stay and keep her company. That way, he could naturally return to the master bedroom. Sear?h the N??eFire.¦Çet website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Of course, Director Lu was a man of pride. To ensure Xia Weibao did not notice that he wanted to move back in, he placed the suitcases discreetly to the side. Then he knocked on the door with an aloof expression. When the door opened, a small head peeked out. ¡°What do you want?¡± Xia Weibao¡¯s eyes were wary; knocking on the door in the dead of night couldn¡¯t be good! Since Director Lu was so reserved, he naturally wouldn¡¯t say he was there to accompany her. Instead, he took out two candles from behind him. ¡°The power¡¯s out. I brought you two candles,¡± he said. Then he stood with an air of untouchable sanctity, waiting for Xia Weibao to say she was scared and to ask him to stay. Unexpectedly, Xia Weibao reached out, snatched the candles, and said, ¡°Thanks.¡± Then with a bang, she slammed the door shut. Chapter 103 - 103: Assistant Yang is a Godlike Support Chapter 103: Chapter 103: Assistant Yang is a Godlike Support Lu Hualiang, ¡°¡­¡± Just like that? What happened to the fear, to begging him to stay? How come this woman isn¡¯t following the script!!! He had already prepared his expression, ready to reluctantly agree the moment Xia Weibao spoke up, but then she didn¡¯t say another word and just slammed the door shut! Feeling pent up with frustration, the next day when Lu Hualiang went to work, the whole company was shrouded in a cold, bleak air. ... All the employees were trembling with fear. Especially Yang Li, who was on his tenth time crying and screaming that he wanted to resign. Before, he hadn¡¯t noticed his boss¡¯s mood swings, but now it seemed he was on his period every day. During the meetings, the higher-ups were tortured so badly they seemed to shed a layer of skin, crawling out once it was over. When Yang Li went to deliver the meeting summary, his body was shaking like a sieve. ¡°Master¡­ Master, this¡­ this is¡­¡± Lu Hualiang lifted his gaze, his eyes unfathomably deep. ¡°Yang Li, how many girlfriends have you had before.¡± What? Yang Li was caught off guard, why was he asking this out of the blue? ¡°Not many, about twenty or so.¡± Fearing his master would label him a heartbreaker, Yang Li hurriedly explained, ¡°It¡¯s normal for men and women to enjoy each other¡¯s company. Nowadays, if a man hasn¡¯t dated a dozen or twenty girls, he¡¯s hardly called a man, haha, ha¡­¡± Laughing, Yang Li suddenly clammed up. Sure enough, he noticed that Lu Hualiang¡¯s gaze was very unsettling! Doom! How could he forget, his master had never had a girlfriend and had married Xia Weibao on his mother¡¯s orders¡­ And given his master¡¯s and Xia Weibao¡¯s situation, he probably still had his first kiss, right? Gurgling¡ª¡ª Yang Li swallowed with difficulty, ¡°Those who have never had a girlfriend, can¡¯t just be called men; they are outstanding good men, most popular with women. As for a scum like me who has been spoiled by countless women, nobody wants to marry me, fearing AIDS, so to this day, I still can¡¯t find a wife, haha, haha¡­¡± Lu Hualiang then withdrew his gaze. ¡°I have a friend who had a fight with his wife and then slept in the guest room. How can he move back to the master bedroom?¡± ¡°Master, were you kicked out by the young madam?¡± Yang Li was flabbergasted. It can¡¯t be that bad. He thought at most they would just be going through the motions in the same bed, keeping their first kiss and virginity preserved as a New Year¡¯s Eve dinner, but to think he couldn¡¯t even return to the bedroom. How pitiful, to be reduced to such a state. With a cold look from Lu Hualiang, Yang Li felt as if he had a sword at his back, ¡°I meant your friend, did his wife kick him out?¡± Lu Lengleng huffed, ¡°He moved out on his own.¡± Yang Li, ¡°¡­¡± Master, there are so many ways to die, why choose to seek death! ¡°Why did he move to the guest room?¡± Are you stupid, giving up a perfectly good master bedroom to sleep in the guest room! Sleeping together offers more opportunities¡ªturn over at night or pretend to sleepwalk or something, grab a hug, a kiss, and then a touch, and you¡¯d have won her over. ¡°It¡¯s none of my business what others do, why do you care so much? Is it now me asking you or you asking me?¡± Yang Li wiped away a bead of sweat, knowing without thinking that his master must have acted arrogantly again, moving to the guest room out of spite. Expecting the young madam to come coax him, but then getting stuck because he shot himself in the foot and couldn¡¯t return. ¡°Master, this isn¡¯t okay¡­¡± Lu Hualiang¡¯s gaze turned icy, and Yang Li quickly changed his tune. S§×arch* The NovelFire.net* website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. ¡°I mean your friend, this isn¡¯t okay¡­ constantly giving each other the cold shoulder and holding grudges. The young madam¡­ I mean, your friend¡¯s wife, doesn¡¯t care about you at all in her heart. Do as much as you want, and she¡­ she¡¯ll just think you¡¯re¡­ he¡¯s having a fit.¡± Chapter 104 - 104: Director Lu Very Much Resembles a Pretty Boy Chapter 104: Chapter 104: Director Lu Very Much Resembles a Pretty Boy The more he spoke, the darker Lu Hualiang¡¯s expression became. ¡°Tomorrow you go to Africa and exchange Yang Jian back.¡± Yang Li¡¯s calves trembled. What had he done wrong, and why must he be dispatched to Africa! ¡°Master, if I go to Africa, there will be no one to give your friend advice.¡± He begged for a chance to redeem himself, although he didn¡¯t know what his crime was. ¡°Master, you need to let your friend demonstrate his presence, let his wife see his capabilities and achievements, only then will she admire and look up to him, and he¡¯ll be able to establish a grand image.¡± ... Yang Li struggled desperately, determined not to go to Africa at all costs! Actually, he really wanted to say, Master, if you had no money or status, before the young mistress, you¡¯d probably just be a pretty boy. What were you doing when she was in her toughest times, damn it, you were being haughty. She bore all the major burdens alone, what use are you as a husband? But, considering that saying these things might not result in mining in Africa, but being fed to lions instead, he decided to endure. Lu Hualiang¡¯s face was as still as water. She didn¡¯t need his help, why should he impose himself and act foolish. However¡­ Source: Webnovel.com, updated on ?0¦Í?0.§ã¦Ï What Yang Li said seemed to make some sense. ¡°Hold off for now, remember that.¡± Yang Li wiped his sweat, feeling like he was staking his life on helping his master chase his wife. ¡°The young mistress is coming to the company for inspection tomorrow.¡± Hearing Lu Hualiang¡¯s words, Yang Li shuddered with excitement. This was a great opportunity to perform! ¡°I will make the necessary arrangements.¡± That evening, when he came home, he unexpectedly saw Xia Weibao sitting on the living room couch reading a script. Lu Hualiang instantly felt as though the sun had risen from the west. It was rare indeed, she had actually given up gaming. It seemed like since they married, he had never seen her away from her phone. Just as he was about to praise her, he noticed there was a phone with a hole in it on the coffee table¡­ sea??h th§× novel(F~)ire.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Yes, the phone screen had a hole in it, the emphasis here is on a hole, not just a crack! Lu Hualiang¡¯s eye twitched fiercely, ¡°What happened to your phone?¡± Xia Weibao felt somewhat distressed, ¡°I learned a new game today, and got so nervous that I punctured the phone.¡± Punctured¡­ punctured it?!!! ¡°What game were you playing?¡± Playing a game that could wreck a phone like this, she must be the first. ¡°Rhythm Master. I was too tense and accidentally exerted too much force, and then¡­¡± it ended up like this. Xia Weibao felt a bit guilty. Having too much strength and deep Inner Strength wasn¡¯t her fault. Fearing Lu Hualiang would scold her, she quickly shook the script in her hand, ¡°I¡¯m studying the script to earn money for a new phone.¡± Speaking of which, it was pretty embarrassing. The crew of ¡°Allure¡± was poor, so they deferred payment, intending to pay it later when they earned money¡­ And how much they¡¯d pay depended on how much they earned¡­ ¡°Haven¡¯t I given you money to spend, do you need to make your own?¡± She doesn¡¯t spend his money, doesn¡¯t need his help for anything, what use is he as a husband! Xia Weibao pursed her lips, ¡°When have you ever given me money?¡± Although she wasn¡¯t worried about food and clothing now, she truly had no money. Lu Hualiang was infuriated. He had even given her the Crystal Card that represented his identity¡ªshe could go and empty the bank with it if she wanted. And she claimed he hadn¡¯t given her money to spend! ¡°You¡¯re coming to the company with me tomorrow.¡± ¡°For what?¡± ¡°To get money!¡± Xia Weibao, ¡°¡­¡± Must be a cat sickness. ¡°I have to go to the set tomorrow, I won¡¯t have time.¡± ¡°When will you finish shooting, I¡¯ll send someone to pick you up.¡± Lu Hualiang finished speaking and, without waiting for her reply, went straight upstairs. He habitually walked towards the master bedroom, then suddenly remembered he had moved out, oh how his heart ached. Chapter 105 - 105: The Empress Has a Romantic Encounter Chapter 105: Chapter 105: The Empress Has a Romantic Encounter Thinking about what Yang Li said about making his presence felt, Lu Hualiang went to the garage to wait after breakfast the next day. Personally taking Xia Weibao to the film set, that should definitely make his presence known, right? However, he waited for half an hour and Xia Weibao was nowhere to be seen. It was only after calling Housekeeper Fu did he find out that she had taken the bus. ¡°Take the bus?! Why didn¡¯t she drive!¡± Lu Hualiang¡¯s forehead veins throbbed. What was he doing waiting here for half an hour?! ... Moreover, this community was all within Lu Garden¡¯s vicinity, and the nearest bus station was almost an hour¡¯s walk away, where did she go to catch the bus! Housekeeper Fu wiped sweat from his brow, ¡°The young mistress said you forbade her to drive, and driving was too ostentatious, so she didn¡¯t want to drive either.¡± Lu Hualiang had a headache, he¡¯d spoken out of frustration, couldn¡¯t she tell? Xia Weibao had been running for half an hour when she finally saw the bus stop in the distance, and the bus she needed to take was slowly pulling away. She was so angry she could spit blood! Your empress ran for half an hour, and you couldn¡¯t even wait for me! ¡°Wait, there¡¯s one more passenger here hey!¡± She took a deep breath and chased after it. Thus, the passengers on the bus gaped in shock as they watched the woman clad in a white tracksuit chasing after the bus. And damn, she even caught up! Chasing four wheels with two legs, my God! Xia Weibao boarded the bus and took out the bus card prepared by Housekeeper Fu, only to realize after swiping it, there were no seats left. Everybody¡¯s curious gaze fell upon her, so she quickly lowered her head, letting her hair fall to cover her face. Then she pulled her mask up a bit, lest she be recognized. Running for so long, even though she used Inner Strength the entire way, she was still exhausted. While she was catching her breath, the man seated beside her suddenly stood up, ¡°Miss, please take a seat.¡± Xia Weibao was a bit startled and looked up, freezing in the moment. Such a handsome man! This face was almost on par with her Dog Emperor! He was roughly 185cm tall, with a sturdy build and dressed in military uniform, his expressionless face exuded an innate authority. This was a soldier, and not just any soldier, but one who was used to giving orders. As a former empress, Xia Weibao had always held great respect for soldiers. So, she smiled politely at him, ¡°No need, no need, I can stand. By the way, are you a soldier?¡± ¡°Yes.¡± The man nodded, then sized her up, ¡°I noticed you have good physical endurance and speed. Have you trained before?¡± Xia Weibao simply nodded, neither admitting nor denying it. S§×arch* The N?velFire(.)net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Trained? She had done more than train! Back when she roamed the Jianghu, she even challenged the Martial Arts Alliance Hierarch. She was about to win, nearly achieving eternal glory as the supreme ruler of the Jianghu. But then she got damnably enchanted by the Dog Emperor¡¯s face and entered the palace for a ghostly thing called love. Alas, the past cannot bear recall, it brings a hero to tears. ¡°Do you have any interest in joining the army to serve the country?¡± ¡°What?¡± Xia Weibao was a bit puzzled, and just then, the bus stopped. Being inexperienced with taking the bus, she nearly fell headlong because of the sudden stop. Fang Lilin reached out and steadied her. However, Her Majesty the Empress suddenly turned her five fingers into a claw, and with a Dragon Claw Hand, she grabbed onto Fang Lilin¡¯s hand that was about to encircle her waist. After realizing what she had done, she apologized, ¡°Sorry, I am not comfortable with strangers touching me.¡± And Fang Lilin, with sparkling eyes, admired her skill. He whipped out a piece of paper and quickly wrote down his name and phone number. ¡°This is my contact information. If you¡¯re ever interested in joining the military, contact me anytime, I¡¯ll personally take you under my wing.¡± Chapter 106 - 106: The Sisters-in-law Meet Chapter 106: Chapter 106: The Sisters-in-law Meet After slipping the note to her, Fang Lilin got off the bus. Xia Weibao was left with an expression of confusion. ¡°Fang Lilin?¡± The name sounded somewhat familiar, but she couldn¡¯t recall who it was. She casually stuffed the note into her pocket and didn¡¯t bother with it anymore. By the time she arrived at the film set, it was already noon. ... Xia Weibao was somewhat annoyed; indeed, taking public transportation didn¡¯t work, it was too slow, and she had arrived three hours late. ¡°Director Xu, I¡¯m very sorry for being late.¡± Xu Jiayang was initially somewhat displeased; he hated unprofessional actors the most. Xia Weibao was someone he had high hopes for and wanted to groom properly, yet she always seemed to run into issues. But seeing her drenched in sweat and gasping for breath, he didn¡¯t have the heart to scold her. ¡°Don¡¯t let it happen again, go get your makeup done.¡± sea??h th§× N?vel(F)ire.n§×t website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. ¡°Okay, thank you, Director Xu.¡± Xia Weibao hurried to change her clothes; because of her, the shooting schedule had indeed been significantly delayed. Now, everyone else¡¯s scenes were finished, only hers were left. ¡°Is that Xia Weibao? She¡¯s so beautiful.¡± ¡°Yeah, how else would she land the leading role by parachuting in?¡± ¡°She¡¯s just someone who climbed up the ranks through underhanded means, acting all high and mighty.¡± ¡°I heard she hasn¡¯t acted in three years, can she still do it?¡± ¡°Who knows, anyway, with her good looks and backing, it doesn¡¯t matter whether she can act or not, I just find her irritating.¡± ¡°Don¡¯t get mad. Her first scene coming up is with Hua Shan¡­ ¡± The two junior actors exchanged glances; with Xia Weibao running into the temperamental Hua Shan, there would be a good show to watch. Xu Jiayang passed by them from behind and, hearing their conversation, shook his head helplessly. Although he had treated the crew to a meal one day and some had changed their opinions about Xia Weibao, the majority still had significant issues with her, especially Hua Shan. He hoped there wouldn¡¯t be any slip-ups once the scene started. Soon, Xia Weibao emerged, changed into her costume. Adorned in a flowing white garment, she instantly attracted gasps of admiration. The beauty of Her Majesty the Empress was capable of transcending all prejudices. Even if you detested her, you had to admit she was breathtakingly beautiful! ¡°Vixen!¡± Lu Huashan threw the apple in her hand away in a huff. ¡°Shanshan, don¡¯t be upset. No matter how beautiful Xia Weibao is, it¡¯s only skin-deep. Inner beauty is what¡¯s most important.¡± Lu Huashan turned her head to look at the handsome man beside her, feeling a bit wronged as her chubby cheeks squeezed together. ¡°Brother Yi, do you also like women who are pretty like Xia Weibao?¡± ¡°How could I!¡± Li Yi immediately retorted, then took Lu Huashan¡¯s hand affectionately, ¡°Shanshan, I¡¯m your boyfriend; how could you doubt my feelings for you?¡± ¡°But¡­ but you were just looking at Xia Weibao.¡± ¡°I don¡¯t like anyone you dislike, I was just seeing how disgusting she is. Don¡¯t overthink it, you¡¯re the only one in my heart, and you know that.¡± Lu Huashan¡¯s face finally lightened up a bit, ¡°Brother Yi, you¡¯re so good to me.¡± Li Yi gently stroked her head, then picked up the apple, wiped it with his clothes, and handed it back to her. Lu Huashan felt somewhat moved; her Brother Yi was the biggest cleanliness freak, yet he wiped an apple with his clothes for her. ¡°Hurry up and eat, silly girl, what are you looking at me for?¡± ¡°I won¡¯t eat, I¡¯m on a diet.¡± ¡°Why diet? Being a bit plump is cuter.¡± ¡°But it looks ugly.¡± ¡°Who says so? I like you being chubby; now eat.¡± Seeing she still refused to eat, Li Yi softened his voice, ¡°Eating an apple is part of dieting; you haven¡¯t eaten in two days, have some fruit.¡± Lu Huashan hesitated for a moment, then glanced again at Xia Weibao, who was discussing the script with Xu Jiayang not far away, her slender waist and palm-sized delicate face making her envious. She threw the apple away, determined not to eat! Chapter 107 - 107: Originally Thought It Was Bronze, Turns Out It Is the King Chapter 107: Chapter 107: Originally Thought It Was Bronze, Turns Out It Is the King Soon, all the staff were ready, and the first scene featuring Xia Weibao began filming. ¡°Allure¡± primarily revolved around the two sisters from the Li Family. The Li Family had two daughters; the elder sister, Li Qingguo, was ugly and obese, while the younger sister, Li Qingcheng, was as her name suggested¡ªa beauty capable of toppling a city, always the stark contrast. So, Li Qingguo was always jealous of her sister¡¯s beauty, targeting her at every turn and setting numerous traps. Li Qingcheng valued family and always gave in to her sister, but she never expected that her tolerance would be mistaken by Li Qingguo as an act, which only worsened their animosity. Latterly, the Li Family was falsely accused of rebellion; all the men were beheaded, and the women were demoted to serving as army prostitutes. ... After the family was ruined and members killed, Li Qingguo had a sudden realization and profoundly changed her ways. She escaped while being sent to the army and, after changing her identity, entered the Imperial Harem to become the Enchantress Consort. Li Qingcheng also escaped en route, disguised herself as a man, passed the imperial examination with flying colors, and joined the Imperial Court as an official. One sister took to the Imperial Court, the other to the Imperial Harem, both embarking on a path to revenge. Today¡¯s scene depicted the siblings turning into sworn enemies. There was a scoundrel who wanted to climb up the social ladder through the Li Family, so he pursued Li Qingguo. Li Qingcheng learned of the scoundrel¡¯s true nature and seduced him, hoping to show her sister the truth, yet she didn¡¯t expect that her sister would misconstrue her actions as intentionally stealing her lover, which led to a violent confrontation. Xia Weibao looked at the woman before her, easily weighing at least two hundred kilograms, and flickered a glance. Is this Hua Shan? The woman who cursed her out on Weibo. Not a good associate at all. From those narrow, squinty eyes, Xia Weibao saw hostility, and it was substantial hostility at that! Although, she didn¡¯t know where the hostility came from. Sear?h the n??el Fire.n§×t website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. ¡°Actors ready¡­ action.¡± As Xu Jiayang¡¯s words fell, Lu Huashan immediately strode over in a fury. Because she was so fat, her period drama costume stretched into a swim ring around her, her fat quivering with each step, making her look like a bouncing rubber ball coming closer. With a rage that seemed to set her on fire, she reached Xia Weibao and raised her hand for a slap across Xia Weibao¡¯s face. ¡°Slut!¡± Lu Huashan¡¯s eyes were fierce, and her bear-like palm brought a gust of wind; was she actually going to hit for real? The surrounding actors who came to watch gasped. Although they knew Lu Huashan had a fiery temper and didn¡¯t get along with Xia Weibao, surely she¡¯d teach her a lesson. But they didn¡¯t expect her to be so ruthless, turning pretend play into reality! With such a hefty frame, that full-force slap could likely send Xia Weibao flying! Xu Jiayang hadn¡¯t expected Lu Huashan to be so brazen, his expression changed, just about to yell ¡°cut.¡± Then he saw Xia Weibao swiftly raising her hand, catching Lu Huashan¡¯s raging slap mid-air. Caught¡­ she caught it? Everyone was stunned. How strong was Lu Huashan? Just by looking at her size, one could guess that not many men in the crew were a match for her. This full-force slap, Xia Weibao actually caught it? Xia Weibao, whose waist was not as thick as Lu Huashan¡¯s thigh, had actually caught it?! Oh my God! Everyone thought she was merely Bronze, but it turned out she was King! Lu Huashan was also a bit taken aback, clearly not expecting this woman to be so strong. She tried to pull her hand back, but found her wrist was gripped so tightly she couldn¡¯t move it. Xia Weibao¡¯s gaze was complex, shifting from disappointment to heartache, with her emotions transitioning seamlessly, masterfully controlled. She hadn¡¯t expected her own sister to fail to see her intentions, to really believe she would seduce her brother-in-law. She hadn¡¯t expected, even more so, that her sister would look at her with the eyes one reserves for an enemy. Without a single line, those eyes revealed all the emotions she felt at that moment. Chapter 108 - 108: The Noble Lady and the Dog Fight for Food Chapter 108: Chapter 108: The Noble Lady and the Dog Fight for Food Everyone was still reeling from the shock of Xia Weibao catching Lu Huashan¡¯s slap when they were swept back into the drama of the scene. That¡¯s the power of a movie queen! She could slip into character at any time! Even when someone tried to hit her, she could still stay in the role! Xu Jiayang slapped his thigh. Damn it, with Xia Weibao¡¯s acting skills, if ¡°Allure¡± didn¡¯t become a hit, he would join that idiot Leng Yan in running around the Imperial City with his pants down! Lu Huashan was still not giving up and tried to withdraw her hand to slap Xia Weibao. ... Then, she found herself firmly restrained. ¡°Sister, do you really think I want to steal your man?¡± The light words spilled from Xia Weibao¡¯s lips, like a wisp of smoke, bringing heartache to those who smelled it and tears to those who heard it. Lu Huashan was intimidated by her sorrowful eyes and even forgot to say her lines. ¡°Cut!¡± Xu Jiayang abruptly stood up, ¡°Huashan, what are you daydreaming about? Don¡¯t bring your personal emotions into filming. That¡¯s the most basic discipline of an actor! Take a break and we¡¯ll continue with the scene from just now after lunch.¡± Xu Jiayang felt some frustration, like iron not turning into steel. Such a perfect moment, ruined by Huashan. Fortunately, the first half of the scene was usable. They could just cut and edit later. He walked over to Lu Huashan, ¡°Adjust your emotions properly.¡± He was still very satisfied with Huashan. Hardworking, ambitious, and talented. She didn¡¯t have beauty or background, yet she made a place for herself in the entertainment industry¡ªsuch people were rare nowadays. He hadn¡¯t expected this kind of situation today. It was truly disappointing. Lu Huashan was being rebuked for the first time, her face flushed with red. Li Yi quickly came over to comfort her. Xia Weibao took a long look at Lu Huashan, feeling that her features seemed vaguely familiar. ¡°Master.¡± Just then, Xiang Chu popped up from nowhere with two big bags in his hands, flashing a goofy smile at Xia Weibao. ¡°Why are you here?¡± Xia Weibao was somewhat surprised. Just as someone handed her a boxed lunch, she sat down to eat it. ¡°Master, I said I would visit the set, and you actually forgot.¡± There was a bit of melancholy in his voice. Xia Weibao felt as if she were looking at her Imperial Harem. In those days, if her Beloved Concubines didn¡¯t see her for too long, they also acted coquettishly like this. ¡°Your Majesty, you haven¡¯t visited your concubine in so long~¡± Alas, the past was not worth recalling. ¡°Master, what are you eating? Look, I brought you something delicious.¡± Xiang Chu said, eagerly taking out the food containers. His master, with her otherworldly aura, how could she eat boxed lunches that only cost ten yuan! As for eating, Xia Weibao wasn¡¯t particularly picky. In the past, she had grown tired of all the delicacies in the Imperial Harem. But¡­ Her gaze fell upon the other bag. ¡°What¡¯s that?¡± ¡°They¡¯re some snacks, duck necks, chicken feet, spicy strips, and the like. I bought them for my¡­.¡± dog. ¡°Are they tasty?¡± On hearing the word ¡®snacks¡¯, Xia Weibao¡¯s eyes lit up. She often saw various snacks online that seemed delicious, but there were none in Lu Garden. And she didn¡¯t have any money to buy them. Seeing her eyes sparkle, Xiang Chu suddenly didn¡¯t have the heart to say these were his pet¡¯s dog treats. His dog had a rather unique taste, enjoying spicy food, so he often bought them. ¡°Tasty.¡± ¡°Can I try some?¡± Xia Weibao stared at the packets of spicy strips, nearly drooling at the thought of how delicious they appeared. Xiang Chu wanted to say, No! sea??h th§× N??elFir§×.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Master, you can¡¯t compete with a dog for food! However, faced with Xia Weibao¡¯s eager gaze, he silently took out a packet, ¡°You can¡­¡± For the sake of pleasing his master, his dog could afford to skip a few meals¡­ Chapter 109 - 109: Opening a Medical Clinic Chapter 109: Chapter 109: Opening a Medical Clinic Xia Weibao bit into it, and her expression was as if Columbus had discovered the New World. Enlightened. Delicious! Then she grabbed the entire bag of snacks, ¡°These are all for me, right?¡± Xiang Chu¡¯s eyebrows knit into a knot, they were actually bought for his Dog Emperor¡­ However, the happiness of his master was the most important, so he firmly nodded, ¡°As long as master likes them.¡± ... Ah, what a letdown! His fairy-like master was actually eating spicy strips that cost one yuan a pack. And she was smacking her lips while eating. Little Kid Xiang really wanted to say, Master, mind your image, your fairy aura is almost gone. Following the game, Her Majesty the Empress had unlocked a new skill, spicy strips taste so good, chicken feet taste so good, duck neck also tastes so good. If it wasn¡¯t for the fact they were filming soon, and a red face from spice wouldn¡¯t be good, she would have wanted to eat them all right now. Hold back, eat them when you get home tonight. ¡°Right, my good disciple, do you know how to open a clinic in the imperial city?¡± In her past life, she had a dream, that one day when she was tired of playing around, she would open a small medical clinic, offer her services to the world, and save the sick and injured. Unfortunately, she was later deceived by the Dog Emperor into entering the palace. Sigh, for the Dog Emperor, she had given up so many dreams, thinking about it wasn¡¯t worth it. Although later the Imperial Medical Bureau was given to her to play with, it wasn¡¯t the same, every day trying to find ways to keep the Dog Emperor¡¯s energy from being too vigourous wasn¡¯t really healing people. She still wanted to open her own clinic. One that only treated difficult and complicated illnesses. ¡°Is Master talking about a hospital?¡± Xia Weibao thought for a moment, ¡°Sort of, it¡¯s like those small clinics, very small like a studio.¡± Her main profession was filming, opening a clinic was just a hobby. It would be a waste not to use her medical skills. ¡°Leave it to me!¡± Xiang Chu promised, thumping his chest. Xiang Chu¡¯s eyes sparkled, ¡°Master, does this mean that once you open the small clinic, you¡¯ll teach me medical skills?¡± ¡°Yes,¡± Xia Weibao nodded, ¡°That¡¯s certain. I need to film, and I can¡¯t be there every day, so you¡¯ll help me run the place. We¡¯ll need to find someone else to help too. By the way, Hepburn from last time, doesn¡¯t he also want to learn Traditional Chinese Medicine?¡± ¡°No, he doesn¡¯t want to learn!¡± Xiang Chu denied adamantly, the Master was his alone, no one else can take her! ¡°Is that so, then you can take charge for now, and we¡¯ll hire someone when we find the right person. But I¡¯m out of money right now, I have to wait until I get paid for the film¡­¡± ¡°No need, I have money.¡± ¡°How can that be okay, you find the location first, and we¡¯ll open it when I have the money.¡± Xiang Chu didn¡¯t argue with her, he would sort out everything and then come back to show his presence to his master. S§×ar?h the NovelFire.net* website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Just then, two actresses walked by in front of them. ¡°The entertainment industry¡¯s beauty rankings have started their selection process, I wonder who will be the number one beauty this year.¡± ¡°Do you even need to ask, it¡¯s definitely the movie queen Yan Weiyang¡­¡± Their airy words drifted on the breeze, Xia Weibao frowned, ¡°Entertainment industry beauty rankings?¡± She recalled that the so-called beauty rankings in the entertainment industry were chosen through an online public vote. All female celebrities could participate. It was one of the more fair and authoritative rankings in the entertainment industry. The title of number one beauty was enough to drive people crazy! It started in mid-June each year, running for six months. Xia Weibao rested her chin in her hand, during the two years when the original body was in its prime, she was the number one beauty in the entertainment industry. After her downfall, Yan Weiyang became the number one beauty. And during the three years she was out of the spotlight, Yan Weiyang won the title three times in a row! Wonder who it will be this year. Xia Weibao opened the voting page, first place Yan Weiyang, second place Lin Xiqian, third place Ruan Jiajia, and she was¡­ Not on the list. Chapter 110 - 110: Wasnt It You Who Suggested a Secret Marriage? Chapter 110: Chapter 110: Wasn¡¯t It You Who Suggested a Secret Marriage? ¡°Master, stop looking, this ranking is clearly rigged.¡± Xiang Chu¡¯s face was full of disdain. How could his beautiful master not be on the list? It must be because those people are green with envy. Xia Weibao didn¡¯t say anything and closed the webpage. The title of the number one beauty in the entertainment industry belonged to the original owner of this body. How could she let others steal it away! ... But no rush. After all, the open audition is still six months away, isn¡¯t it? In the Lu Corporation¡¯s office, Yang Li hurried in to report, ¡°Master, the beauty ranking in the entertainment industry you asked me to follow has started. Miss Shanshan did not make the list, and the young madam also¡­ didn¡¯t make it.¡± Yang Li was somewhat embarrassed. It was expected that Lu Huashan wouldn¡¯t be on the list, but even Xia Weibao, with her celestial face, was also absent. She was probably blacklisted badly. Lu Hualiang frowned but didn¡¯t say a word. ¡°Master, do you want me to rig the votes to get Miss Shanshan onto the list?¡± ¡°No need for now, wait until the final month to do it.¡± Doing it now would be too obvious, and if that girl found out he was helping her from behind the scenes, she would definitely throw another tantrum. ¡°Yes.¡± ¡°How has Shanshan been doing lately?¡± ¡°She¡¯s still working hard on filming just like before.¡± Yang Li hesitated for a moment, ¡°Also¡­ Miss Shanshan said she wants to bring Li Yi home for dinner on the weekend, she might be considering marriage¡­¡± As soon as these words were out, the temperature in the office plummeted! Lu Hualiang¡¯s eyes slowly narrowed, a dangerous aura spreading. ¡°Get rid of him.¡± A pretty-boy trying to marry his sister for status, not even weighing his own worth! ¡°But¡­ but what about Miss Shanshan¡¯s side¡­¡± Yang Li was in a dilemma. It was easy to get rid of Li Yi, but it could possibly lead to a rift between siblings on Lu Huashan¡¯s end. He didn¡¯t know what tricks Li Yi had used to sweep Lu Huashan off her feet. He was just a phoenix man, yet he had portrayed himself as the passionate prince. Speaking of which, it was strange. Lu Huashan, known in the entertainment circle as Hua Shan, had not revealed her identity as the Lu Family¡¯s Daughter. Her achievements in the industry were made by her own efforts without the Lu Family¡¯s assistance, and moreover, she kept a low profile in her dealings. S§×arch* The N??elFir§×.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. How did Li Yi figure out her background? A popular young idol taking a liking to a fat lady ¨C anyone with eyes could see something was fishy. Yet Lu Huashan was stubborn as an ox, convinced that Li Yi¡¯s love for her was genuine. She even argued with Lu Hualiang several times because of that man. This was a difficult situation. Lu Hualiang had a headache, ¡°Find a way to expose that man¡¯s true face.¡± Yang Li looked distressed, he too wanted to, but it was tough. Li Yi was too good at pretending, leaving no flaws exposed. To make Lu Huashan trust him completely, he even covered the walls of his house with her photos. And he never got too close to other women, not giving them any handle to catch. Most importantly, damn, that man had a slick tongue, charming Lu Huashan as sweet as honey. Lu Hualiang glanced at the time; Xia Weibao should be about finished filming. He stood up to pick her up. To make his presence felt, he needed to show up in front of her more often. Arriving near the set, Lu Hualiang looked at the entrance, which was deserted. So he sat in the car and waited. And he waited for an hour. For Boss Lu, to whom time was money, waiting an hour was almost maddening. He took out his phone, intending to make a call, but then he saw a woman covered from head to toe, sneaking around like a thief and stealthily moving toward his car. After ensuring no one was around, she quickly got into the car. ¡°Are you going out to steal or what?¡± ¡°Isn¡¯t it you who wanted a secret marriage?¡± Chapter 111 - 111 Does the Empress Get Jealous? Impossible Chapter 111: Chapter 111 Does the Empress Get Jealous? Impossible Lu Hualiang, ¡°¡­¡± Gazing at Xia Weibao¡¯s face, he felt an urge to tear off her mask and sunglasses! You just went into hiding because I mentioned a hidden marriage? Then why didn¡¯t you let me move back into the master bedroom when I said I didn¡¯t want to sleep in the guest room? Lu Hualiang drove off without a word, pressing the gas pedal. A hidden marriage is a hidden marriage, who cares about publicizing it! ... ¡°Where are we going?¡± Xia Weibao was quite puzzled. He said he would come to pick her up today, and she thought he was just joking. The moment she received his call saying he was at the entrance of the film set, it startled her. If he hadn¡¯t been afraid that she would refuse to come out, and that he would have to go in, she really wanted to just walk away. ¡°To the company.¡± Lu Hualiang spoke expressionlessly, with a somewhat indifferent tone. ¡°What are we going to do at the company?¡± ¡°There¡¯s a banquet tonight.¡± ¡°What does the banquet have to do with me?¡± Xia Weibao was somewhat dissatisfied. What a joke; she didn¡¯t want people to find out that she had any connection with Lu Hualiang. Given her current sensitive situation, if people saw her appearing together with Lu Hualiang, it¡¯s likely that rumors of her being kept by him would spread by tomorrow. ¡°You are my wife, you tell me what it has to do with you.¡± ¡°It¡¯s fake, after all.¡± ¡°Do I need to show you our marriage certificate to confirm its authenticity?¡± Xia Weibao¡¯s mouth opened then closed, so sly¡­ But no matter, she had signed the divorce agreement; she would be free in a year. Being known for his indifference to women, the fact that President Lu Hualiang brought a woman into his office exploded like a bombshell through the company. Everyone was speculating about Xia Weibao¡¯s identity, a pity she was covered up too tightly to make out her appearance. The presidential office took up the entire top floor, grand and imposing. Even Xia Weibao, who had seen the grandeur of the palace, was a bit taken aback. sea??h th§× Nov§×l?ire.n(e)t website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. So magnificent! It was even more imposing than the Dog Emperor¡¯s Imperial Study Room! And so high-tech, with one wall filled with numbers dancing around, what look like the stock market; she didn¡¯t understand it. Then there¡¯s this glass bookshelf, this sofa, so luxurious. Seeing Xia Weibao hopping around like a monkey, touching this and looking at that, and even rolling around on the big bed in the resting room for a few turns. Finally, she lay by the floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the hustle and bustle of the traffic below. Lu Hualiang¡¯s mood, which had been gloomy just a moment ago, cleared up entirely. Sitting in the leather chair, he watched her comfortably, his eyes filled with indulgence. ¡°Do you like it here?¡± ¡°Mhm mhm.¡± Xia Weibao nodded, it¡¯s so pretty. And so tall; the palace was grand, too, but it didn¡¯t have this kind of height. It¡¯s really high, she wondered if she would be killed if she jumped down from the sixty-fourth floor with her Qinggong. After a while, Secretary Yang Liu came in carrying coffee. A sexy black body-hugging suit revealed a deep cleavage in the front, and the skirt hem barely covered her perky derriere. The clothing was very small, exposing a stretch of her slender waist as she walked. This was not proper work attire at all, but uniform seduction! Lu Hualiang¡¯s expression darkened, and he looked towards Xia Weibao with some concern, fearing she might misunderstand. But he didn¡¯t move; he wanted to see if Xia Weibao would get jealous seeing such a sexy secretary by his side. ¡°Miss, please enjoy your coffee.¡± Yang Liu said with a somewhat haughty tone, her eyes filled with disdain. Another woman trying to seduce her master, as if she didn¡¯t know what she was worth! So, she pulled down her clothes a bit more, revealing even more white skin, hoping to make Xia Weibao feel ashamed! Lu Hualiang was displeased with Yang Liu¡¯s actions. However, someone was about to be even more displeased¡­ Xia Weibao sat down on the sofa and looked up, only to be captivated by the deep cleavage exposed by Yang Liu. Chapter 112 - 112: Drinking Your Own Jealousy Chapter 112: Chapter 112: Drinking Your Own Jealousy S~ea??h the ¦Çov§×lFire .net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. She leaned forward with her hands braced on the desk, her mouth slightly agape, eyes sparkling. ¡°Wow, those breasts are impressive, no less stunning than those in his Imperial Harem.¡± And that waist, my goodness, so slender. Her legs are so white too. This reaction left Yang Liu utterly bewildered. That¡¯s not right. ... Seeing such a great figure on her, while she herself was wrapped up like a zongzi with no curves to show off, shouldn¡¯t she feel incredibly inferior? So why does she seem¡­ excited? As for Lu Hualiang, his face had darkened to a terrifying extent. He ground his teeth, ¡°Xia, Wei, Bao!¡± Xia, Xia Weibao?! Yang Liu¡¯s eyes widened in shock. This woman swathed in a sack, wearing a mask and sunglasses, her hair a complete mess, was Xia Weibao? The mistress of her household, Xia Weibao? Oh my God! Yang Liu stumbled in her high heels, falling to the ground, the coffee she hadn¡¯t yet set down splattering all over her. Ignoring her disheveled state, she hurriedly scrambled to her feet, zipping her dress all the way up to her neck, covering herself completely. However, the dress was too short. It could cover the top but not the bottom; her waist was totally exposed. Frightened, Yang Liu quickly tried to cover herself with her hands. ¡°Mistress¡­ Mistress, I don¡¯t usually dress like this; Assistant Yang gave me this outfit.¡± That damn Yang Li, I¡¯ll have him chopped up sooner or later! He actually told her that this woman was trying to seduce the master and that she should go and put a damper on the other woman¡¯s arrogance, unwaveringly supporting the mistress and all that. Bullshit! This is the Mistress, okay? Flaunting herself in front of her husband like this, dressed in such a provocative manner, Yang Liu felt like she was in deep trouble. However, the reaction of Xia Weibao left her stunned. Xia Weibao seemed even more nervous than her, crawling over the desk and then very enthusiastically helping her up. ¡°You look good in that dress; it¡¯s pretty. You¡¯re Secretary Yang, right? Wear this when I come over from now on.¡± It¡¯s even prettier than what the favored concubines of his harem wear. Once I have the money, I¡¯ll buy one too. Yang Liu, thinking that Xia Weibao was being sarcastic, grew pale with fear and kept inching backward. ¡°No, no, no, Mistress, my apologies, I didn¡¯t mean to, I don¡¯t usually wear this, it won¡¯t happen again.¡± ¡°Don¡¯t be scared, beauty, oh, your dress is dirty, let me wipe it off for you.¡± ¡°Please forgive me this once, Mistress. I really won¡¯t dare to again.¡± Lu Hualiang, utterly ignored, turned gloriously pale with anger. He strode forward, yanking Xia Weibao away with a stern look, ¡°Xia Weibao, that¡¯s enough!¡± Xia Weibao appeared innocent, ¡°What did I do? I just saw her dress was dirty and wanted to help her clean it.¡± Lu Hualiang stared at her intently, ¡°Get out!¡± ¡°Fine, I¡¯ll leave, who cares.¡± Xia Weibao rolled her eyes, pretending to leave, when Lu Hualiang pulled her back, ¡°I wasn¡¯t talking to you!¡± Yang Liu hurriedly scrambled away. ¡°Have I offended you?¡± Xia Weibao asked, puzzled. ¡°You¡¯re a woman, looking at another woman?¡± ¡°What¡¯s wrong with looking? It¡¯s not like I¡¯ll lose a piece of flesh. You can look too if you want.¡± Appreciation, you get it? If there¡¯s a beautiful woman with a great body on the street, who knows how many women look on with envy. Why shouldn¡¯t I be able to look? ¡°I¡¯m your husband, and you¡¯re telling me to look at other women!¡± Lu Hualiang¡¯s face darkened as he tightened his grip on her hand. Xia Weibao wrenched his hand off and rubbed her sore wrist, muttering discontentedly, ¡°If you want to look, then look. I didn¡¯t stop you.¡± It¡¯s not like I¡¯m his Dog Emperor; I don¡¯t care if he drops dead. ¡°Or else, who do you want to look at, you want to look at me?¡± Chapter 113 - 113: A Slap in Director Lus Face Chapter 113: Chapter 113: A Slap in Director Lu¡¯s Face Lu Hualiang¡¯s gaze fell on her chest. Xia Weibao, ¡°¡­¡± She crossed her arms protectively over her chest, ¡°What are you looking at? Keep staring and I¡¯ll gouge your eyes out!¡± Apart from Emperor Xia Liang, who dared to look at her, would be blinded! Lu Hualiang¡¯s face was like still water, and this anti-wolf gesture irritated him greatly. His gaze was heavy, his tone icy. ... ¡°Xia Weibao, don¡¯t forget your identity. As a wife, you have obligations too.¡± ¡°What obligations, warning you to stay away from me.¡± Her defiant tone ignited Lu Hualiang¡¯s temper as well. He picked her up in his arms and strode toward the resting room. Not clear about a wife¡¯s obligations, huh? He would teach her what it truly meant to be husband and wife! Xia Weibao, thrown onto the bed, was frightened and rolled over, trying to tumble off the other side. However, Lu Hualiang reached out and pulled her back, then pressed her beneath him. He grasped her chin, leaning in to kiss her. Xia Weibao panicked, and as she turned her head, she drove her knee into his abdomen. S§×ar?h the N??elFir§×.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Lu Hualiang sneered, did she really think she could get the better of him? With a quick movement, he caught her knee and pressed her leg back down. Xia Weibao¡¯s eyes widened, this man¡­ So strong! Yet a modern person trying to compete with her in combat power was still lacking. Just as she was about to kick him away, Xia Weibao realized a hand was now on her right breast¡­ Xia Weibao, ¡°¡­!!!¡± Ahhhhh pervert!!!!!! Almost by instinct, Her Majesty the Empress raised her hand and slapped him across the face. The crisp sound of the slap echoed through the spacious resting room. Xia Weibao was stunned. Lu Hualiang was stunned as well. His eyes wide with disbelief, he stared at Xia Weibao, ¡°You hit me?¡± And on the face! As a man who overshadowed Huaxia Country with his power, when had Director Lu ever been hit! Anger rose from deep within him. Staring down at the woman beneath him, he wanted to strangle her! But he couldn¡¯t bear to do it. One hand gripping her chin, the storm was about to break. ¡°Xia Weibao, don¡¯t think that just because I dote on you, you can act lawlessly!¡± Hearing these words, Xia Weibao¡¯s body shuddered violently, her nose tingled, and her eyes reddened in an instant. Her Emperor Xia Liang had said those words too¡­ That was the first time she had impersonated His Majesty to tease the Imperial Harem. He was furious, and those were his exact words. The same face, the same words. The sorrow was beyond words. She thought she wouldn¡¯t miss the Dog Emperor, she thought she hated him. It was he who lured her into the palace, he who clipped her wings, he who was insatiable every day, he who forced her to bear six children over ten years, he who ruined her life, and even after his death, he wouldn¡¯t let her go¡ªhis poisoned cup made her accompany him in death! She really thought she hated him. But¡­ But why, whenever it was deep into the night and all was quiet, did she feel so cold? Why, whenever she saw Lu Hualiang¡¯s face, did she remember that person? Even though she hated him, why did thinking of him cause her heart such pain¡­ Seeing her cry, Lu Hualiang panicked too. But, lacking any experience in comforting others, he was at a loss. So he hardened his expression, masking the turmoil inside, ¡°Why are you crying? I haven¡¯t even done anything to you.¡± ¡°None of your business!¡± Xia Weibao pushed him away forcefully, ¡°Lu Hualiang, do you know how annoying you are? Why do you always appear before me? Why do you say such nonsensical things? Why do you have to have that face? Why do you have to¡­¡± Be like the Dog Emperor. Chapter 114 - 114: Director Lu Gets Blocked Chapter 114: Chapter 114: Director Lu Gets Blocked The more she talked, the worse she felt inside, and with a twist of her head, she ran off. Lu Hualiang was cursed for no reason, completely confused. He touched his face where Xia Weibao had hit him, and his expression instantly turned gloomy. He stared at the door for a second and then sat back down in his office chair to look at the documents. Couldn¡¯t be bothered with her! Did she really think he had to indulge her in everything? However, no matter how hard he tried, he couldn¡¯t concentrate on the documents, and his mood grew more and more irritable. ... All he could think about was the image of Xia Weibao crying and running out. Suddenly, he stood up, grabbed his coat, and headed out. He walked briskly, almost sweeping through the air as he moved. Xia Weibao, I must be cursed by you! By the time he got outside the company, Xia Weibao was nowhere to be seen. Lu Hualiang drove off to look for her. Still, after circling the area, he found no trace of her. He expanded the search area and went around again, but still, no sign of her. Lu Hualiang started to panic. What¡¯s going on? She ran out; no matter how fast, she couldn¡¯t have gone far. Why is there no sign of her? It was already dark now, and a girl like her, out there alone, and so pretty¡­ Thinking about what might have happened, Lu Hualiang looked very upset, worry flashing in his eyes that he himself didn¡¯t even recognize. After searching for half an hour, she was still nowhere to be found. The palms of his hands, gripping the steering wheel, were soaked with sweat. Eventually, he got out of the car and searched the small alleys. Nothing, still nothing. It had been over an hour, and not even a shadow of Xia Weibao to be seen. Calls went unanswered and were hung up immediately, but her phone wasn¡¯t turned off. Lu Hualiang felt down. Generally, don¡¯t girls turn off their phones when they are angry? Why hadn¡¯t she done that? He made another call¡­ Great, he¡¯d been blocked. Lu Hualiang, ¡°¡­¡± Anxiety caused a layer of fine sweat to form on his forehead. More than an hour missing¡ªsomething dreadful could have happened. He didn¡¯t dare to continue the thought. Just as he was about to make a call for a city-wide search, he saw across the street in a dessert shop, four people sitting by the window, playing games on their phones¡­ And the one in the middle was Xia Weibao¡­ ¡°Damn it! Big Chicken, are you sick or something, shooting at me like that?¡± ¡°Second Chicken, are you waiting to die or something? Drive the car! Can¡¯t you see someone¡¯s chasing us?¡± ¡°Third Chicken, Third Chicken, blast him, shoot¡­ ¡± ¡°Crap! How did you, Second Chicken, get knocked out!!!¡± ¡°Why are you guys so dumb? No wonder we never win when I play games with you, so stupid¡­¡± Angered, Xia Weibao slapped the back of Third Chicken¡¯s head so hard his pacifier fell off, and then they were all scrabbling on the floor looking for it. The trio known as the Chicken Eaters sighed in hardship. S§×ar?h the N??elFir§×.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Ah, who¡¯s going to drag this online gaming-addicted girl away? Calling them out in the dead of night to play games was one thing, but she even got physical. And what did she mean by not winning any games with them? She was obviously the worst player of all. Lu Hualiang¡¯s temples throbbed with anger. He worried and searched for over an hour, and there she was, having gathered a bunch of people to play games! With a darkened face, he went in and carried her out. Throwing her into the car, Lu Hualiang¡¯s expression was stern, ¡°Why didn¡¯t you answer the phone? Why did you block me?¡± ¡°You interrupted my gaming,¡± complained Xia Weibao. ¡°Don¡¯t call me when I¡¯m playing games. I almost got killed several times because of it.¡± Lu Hualiang, ¡°¡­¡± That was it. He was on the verge of explosion from the anger. Xia Weibao still felt resentful inside and didn¡¯t want to deal with him. She also remembered what had happened in the office, and she pulled her clothes up to cover her neck. Lu Hualiang glanced at her sideways and snorted coldly, ¡°Who wants to look.¡± Chapter 115 - 115: The Empress Cried Out of Sadness Chapter 115: Chapter 115: The Empress Cried Out of Sadness Xia Weibao, ¡°¡­¡± So, who was trying to force things in the office just now? She turned her head to look out the window, out of sight, out of mind. Lu Hualiang felt so angry inside. Had he married a wife, or had he married an ancestor? He couldn¡¯t hit her, couldn¡¯t scold her, and saying a couple of words would set off her temper! Seeing her wrapped up like a zongzi, the more he looked, the more displeased he became, so he turned off the air conditioning. S§×arch* The n?velFire.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. ... Sweat to death! Let¡¯s see if you take it off! After sitting for a while, Xia Weibao started to sweat, ¡°Turn on the air conditioning, will you.¡± ¡°It¡¯s broken.¡± Xia Weibao, ¡°¡­¡± Fine, don¡¯t turn on the air conditioning¡ªI¡¯ll open the window. However, why can¡¯t she even open the window! But no matter, Her Majesty has her ways. With one punch, she smashed the car window with a bang. Lu Hualiang, ¡°¡­¡± His car, brand new! ¡°If you¡¯re hot, why don¡¯t you take off your clothes?¡± ¡°Who said they didn¡¯t care to see?¡± Xia Weibao sneered. Lu Hualiang looked down on her, ¡°Who wants to see? I¡¯m just worried you¡¯ll overheat.¡± Wearing winter sportswear in the middle of summer, that¡¯s really something. ¡°Haha, thanks for your concern, but I¡¯m not hot.¡± She would rather die from the heat than show him anything, not even her neck! Lu Hualiang was irritated but couldn¡¯t lose face, and to prove he truly wasn¡¯t interested in her, he proceeded to bring up Yang Liu again. ¡°Secretary Yang¡¯s are much bigger than yours. If I want to see, I¡¯d look at hers, who cares about your two little buns.¡± As for how big Yang Liu¡¯s were, how would he know? He hadn¡¯t seen them. Xia Weibao glared, ¡°How do you know mine aren¡¯t bigger than Secretary Yang¡¯s?¡± As a former star actress who had once been all the rage, her figure was nothing short of perfect! ¡°Take them off, then compare.¡± Xia Weibao¡¯s face turned red with a whoosh, ¡°¡­Pervert!¡± Why was she even discussing this? It was so embarrassing. Indeed, she had been led astray by the Dog Emperor, acting without restraint around someone who looked just like him. Nobody spoke, and the atmosphere became somewhat rigid. Just before they reached Lu Garden, Lu Hualiang just couldn¡¯t swallow his anger, ¡°Xia Weibao, do you really not care at all that I have other women around me?¡± For some reason, Xia Weibao felt a sting in her heart. Thinking about how Yang Liu had flaunted herself in front of Lu Hualiang today made her feel suffocated. She turned her head, looking out the window in irritation. ¡°I don¡¯t mind. You can look at whomever you want. Anyway, we are getting divorced in eleven months.¡± Screech¡ª Lu Hualiang slammed on the brakes so suddenly that Xia Weibao almost hit the windshield. ¡°Get out!¡± Xia Weibao, ¡°¡­¡± Sick as a cat. She didn¡¯t want to stay here either. It was suffocating. So she kicked the car door open, got out of the car, who cared? She would walk back to the palace. Watching her leave without a glance back, Lu Hualiang¡¯s expression grew darker. After driving around and calling Yang Li to cancel the evening¡¯s banquet, he returned to Lu Garden. Housekeeper Fu teared up upon seeing his return. ¡°Sir, you¡¯re finally back! Go check on the young mistress quickly.¡± ¡°What happened to her this time.¡± ¡°The young mistress, she¡­ she¡­ just go look.¡± Lu Hualiang walked toward the main villa while pulling at his tie, thinking what could it be this time, playing games or dismantling the house? However, when he entered the living room, he found Xia Weibao wiping her tears with tissues, nose and eyes all red, crying her heart out. His hand paused while untying his tie. Maybe Yang Liu had upset her, and she realized how sad she was? The thought stirred his heart, and he quickly moved to comfort her. But as he approached, he realized something was off. What¡¯s that smell? Just as Xia Weibao finished wiping her tears, she silently picked up a packet of spicy pickled chicken feet, damn it¡¯s spicy as hell. Chapter 116 - 116: Love Rival Appears, Director Lu Please Be Aware Chapter 116: Chapter 116: Love Rival Appears, Director Lu Please Be Aware Lu Hualiang¡¯s eyes twitched fiercely. He must be sick to think that this heartless woman would get jealous, feel hurt, or cry! ¡°Director Lu, why are you looking at me like that,¡± Xia Weibao lifted her tear-stained face and then raised a chicken foot in her hand, ¡°Do you want to eat it?¡± ¡°Eat, eat, eat, eat yourself to death!¡± Lu Hualiang dropped a remark and turned to go upstairs. sea??h th§× N??elFir§×.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. When he saw a note by the couch, he bent down to pick it up, ¡°Fang Lilin, 13¡­¡± ... ¡°That¡¯s mine, thank you.¡± Xia Weibao raised her hand, how did it fall out? Lu Hualiang¡¯s expression changed abruptly, his sharp eyes shot toward Xia Weibao, ¡°Where did you get this from?¡± He recognized the handwriting. It was Fang Lilin¡¯s own writing! Xia Weibao¡¯s mouth was so numb from the spice, she kept exhaling and her speech was somewhat unclear. ¡°I bumped into him on the bus this morning, he¡¯s so handsome, and he¡¯s a nice guy, he gave up his seat for me. Do you know him?¡± ¡°You don¡¯t know him?¡± Lu Hualiang countered. Xia Weibao blinked, looking somewhat confused, ¡°The name sounds familiar, but I can¡¯t remember.¡± Good that you can¡¯t remember! Lu Hualiang crumpled the note and threw it into the trash can, ¡°You don¡¯t know him, someone who carelessly gives out their number definitely isn¡¯t a good person.¡± Uh, the number one heir of the Fang Family, a military giant, being labeled a bad person? Director Lu, doesn¡¯t your conscience hurt? Xia Weibao was so into eating her chicken feet that she couldn¡¯t bother with him. Seeing her indifference, Lu Hualiang finally turned to go upstairs. As he passed by the master bedroom, he glanced inside¡ªwhat a suffocating feeling. Having a room he couldn¡¯t return to, and now someone else was coveting his wife. Fang Lilin, this man was not an easy one to deal with. The next day, Lu Hualiang insisted on taking Xia Weibao to the film set. His woman, how could she squeeze onto a bus and suffer like that? And besides, what if she met someone else¡­ Of course, Xia Weibao was unwilling. Even driving her own car felt too conspicuous to her, let alone being personally chauffeured by Lu Hualiang. She had just managed to clear her name a bit, she certainly didn¡¯t want to stir up new scandals. They almost came to blows over it. In the end, after Lu Hualiang promised over and over to let her out far away from the set, where no one would notice, Xia Weibao reluctantly agreed. This man was becoming more and more overbearing, almost like Dog Emperor. Director Lu, who had finally secured a small win for himself, was inexplicably in a good mood. When he returned to the office, he seemed to be almost smiling. Joyous news spread far and wide. All the staff rushed to tell each other that if anyone had documents needing to be signed, they should bring them now. Don¡¯t miss the opportunity because they might not come across such clear skies again! Only Yang Li and Yang Liu were trembling, fearing they¡¯d be punished. Last night¡¯s plan had failed, which was a serious offense. Especially Yang Li, what kind of terrible idea was that? Lu Hualiang had already put his foot down, If he couldn¡¯t move back into the master bedroom within a week, he¡¯d book a ticket to Africa straightaway. Yang Li was in utter distress, almost kneeling to him. He really wanted to roar, ¡°Just say you want to move back to the master bedroom, that¡¯s your room! If you want to move back, does Xia Weibao have the nerve to chase you out with a broom?¡± You¡¯re always too proud to bow your head, you deserve to sleep in the guest room! Is pride more important than your wife! But these words, he didn¡¯t dare to utter, so he could only suggest subtly. ¡°My lord, if you like the young madam, you can pursue her¡­¡± Lu Hualiang paused from flipping through the files, his face suddenly turned cold, ¡°Who told you I like her?¡± He likes Xia Weibao? What a joke! Throwing the file down, he lost the mood to read it. Yang Li stood dumbfounded, no way, so the master had been courting disaster because he simply hadn¡¯t realized he had fallen for Xia Weibao? Chapter 117 - 117: Which is More Important, Face or Wife? Chapter 117: Chapter 117: Which is More Important, Face or Wife? God damn it, he really is acting like a fool! He¡¯s fallen for someone and won¡¯t even admit it. ¡°Master, if you don¡¯t like the young madam, why move back in and live with her?¡± ¡°Who said I want to live with her? That¡¯s my room, why can¡¯t I move back?¡± Yang Li wiped away sweat, ¡°And you¡¯re still so kind to the young madam¡­¡± ¡°She¡¯s my wife in name, I¡¯m just fulfilling a husband¡¯s duty.¡± ... Lu Hualiang was getting impatient, coming up with a good excuse for himself. His pride wouldn¡¯t allow him to fall for a woman who didn¡¯t have him in her heart. However, his mood was becoming increasingly irritable. ¡°Yang Li, are you annoying or not? I asked you for ideas, not to question me!¡± Yang Li, ¡°¡­¡± He didn¡¯t want to talk anymore. Master, just keep this up, wait until the day the young madam runs off with someone, and see where you¡¯ll cry then. Seeing Yang Li acting like a wronged Little Eunuch, keeping silent, Lu Hualiang grew even more impatient. ¡°Can¡¯t even handle a woman, what use are you? Is Shanshan¡¯s matter resolved?¡± Yang Li, ¡°¡­¡± Who did he offend to deserve this? Stuck with such a master, thinking about resigning every minute! On the film set, a morning of shooting had worn all the actors out. Li Yi was just about to fetch an apple for Lu Huashan when he saw several men in black with sunglasses appear before him. Yang Li lifted his sunglasses slightly, covering most of his face. As the Special Assistant to Hualiang, many recognized his face as well. ¡°Li Yi, right? Here¡¯s a blank check, fill in whatever amount you want.¡± ¡°What do you mean by this?¡± Li Yi was puzzled. Yang Li sneered, ¡°Don¡¯t think I don¡¯t know why you¡¯re getting close to Hua Shan, take the money and get lost from her side! A wise man submits to circumstances. It hasn¡¯t been easy for you to get to where you are today, I¡¯m sure you wouldn¡¯t want to experience my master¡¯s methods.¡± Li Yi looked down, a flicker of shrewdness flashing through his eyes. He had bet correctly! Hua Shan was no ordinary person! An actress who climbed up from the bottom and with that kind of look, Hua Shan¡¯s pay was quite low. Barely making a couple hundred thousand a year. But he had seen her being picked up by luxury cars worth millions several times. For a woman like Hua Shan, it¡¯s impossible for her to be a kept woman; there¡¯s only one possibility¡ªshe¡¯s a person with a background! That¡¯s also why he had been tolerating the revulsion to chase after her. How much could he, a second-tier young actor, earn? He¡¯d be washed up in a year or two; it was better to latch onto a rich girl instead. Having been with Hua Shan for so long, she never mentioned her family background. He was almost ready to give up after suspecting he was mistaken. But now¡­ Looking at the blank check, Li Yi scoffed. How much can a check take? It¡¯s nowhere as profitable as marrying into a wealthy family! Thinking they can get rid of him that easily? No way in hell! Sear?h the N?vel(F)ire.n§×t website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. As he was thinking of a way to get out of this situation, he caught glimpse of a garment at the door. So he hardened his face, ¡°Who are you people, why are you trying to prevent me from being with Shanshan?¡± Yang Li rolled his eyes, ¡°Cut the crap, we all know damn well what you¡¯re up to with Hua Shan, take the money and scram!¡± ¡°Are you Shanshan¡¯s family? Shanshan and I are truly in love.¡± ¡°Truly in love? Ha! Take the money and leave or get blacklisted, your choice.¡± He couldn¡¯t be bothered to talk to such a hypocrite of a man. Li Yi clenched his fists, his face turning bright red as if he¡¯d been greatly insulted. ¡°No matter who you are, I love Shanshan for real and I will never leave her. I¡¯ll marry no one but her in this lifetime!¡± Chapter 118 - 118: Damn, retard! Chapter 118: Chapter 118: Damn, retard! Yang Li had no patience for nonsense, ¡°Then just wait to be blacklisted¡­¡± ¡°You dare!¡± Before she could finish, a roar came from behind her. Hua Shan stormed in furiously, her body fat trembling with rage. With a mighty push of her paw-like hands, Yang Li was shoved against the wall. She put her hands on her hips, resembling a squatting fat pig, ¡°Was it my brother who sent you!¡± Sear?h the N?vel?ire.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. ... Yang Li rubbed her shoulder where she had been hit, ¡°Miss Shanshan¡­¡± ¡°Don¡¯t call me that, go back and tell my brother not to meddle in my affairs!¡± ¡°Miss Shanshan, the master is only thinking of your best interests.¡± ¡°Hmph!¡± Hua Shan turned her head, her body fat quivering again, ¡°If he really cared for me, he wouldn¡¯t break up true lovers!¡± Damn, an imbecile! Yang Li felt like cursing out loud. Surely, women in love are fools, not even able to take a reality check. A man interested in her is either ulterior or blind, or just a fool! To think she actually believed she had found true love, this was definitely the biggest joke he had ever seen! He really wanted to throw his hands up and leave, but remembering that this was the master¡¯s sister, Yang Li had no choice but to patiently try to persuade her. ¡°Miss Shanshan, this man is only interested in your family background¡­¡± ¡°You¡¯re talking nonsense!¡± Hua Shan fumed, ¡°Before you all appeared, Brother Yi thought I was an orphan; he truly loves me. Dead eunuch, you¡¯re just a brown noser to my brother, you¡¯ll never understand what love is.¡± Dead¡­ dead eunuch? This term struck a nerve in Yang Li. It was precisely because Hua Shan called him a lackey for Hualiang that everyone in the company had taken to calling him Eunuch Yang behind his back. All his glory was ruined by this title! Angered by his sore spot being poked, Yang Li lashed out as well. Women in love are beyond reason; if convincing them logically is futile, then he had to resort to scolding! ¡°Die, you fat hag, take a good look at yourself. Not even a blind man would be interested in you, got it? Can¡¯t you just be a bit sensible and face reality instead of fooling yourself? Your brother is already worried sick about you, can¡¯t you stop being so childish!¡± These words were very hurtful. Hua Shan¡¯s eyes reddened, and tears began to well up. ¡°Get out, just get out! You¡¯re just jealous that I can get married, so get lost, dead eunuch!¡± Seeing her so agitated, Li Yi quickly steadied her, ¡°Shanshan, don¡¯t be sad, don¡¯t get angry over someone who isn¡¯t worth it.¡± Then he looked at Yang Li with righteous indignation, ¡°People like you who judge by appearances will never see Shanshan¡¯s beauty. What I like is her, not her face, and certainly not anything else. No matter what, I won¡¯t leave Shanshan!¡± Hua Shan was incredibly moved and hugged Li Yi tightly, leaning her head on his shoulder, ¡°Brother Yi, you are so wonderful.¡± Because she was so overweight, this hug was like a bear enveloping a bamboo pole, almost crushing Li Yi to death. Damn, idiot! Yang Li angrily threw down these words and stormed off. Others quickly followed suit. ¡°Brother Yi, I¡¯m sorry for making you suffer this indignity.¡± Li Yi smiled gently and stroked Hua Shan¡¯s head, ¡°It¡¯s okay, a little hardship for your sake is nothing.¡± Hua Shan felt very guilty. ¡°Shanshan, who were those people? They called you ¡®miss¡¯¡­ I don¡¯t want to pry into your family background, to me you are just you, whoever you are doesn¡¯t matter, I¡¯m just a bit curious.¡± Chapter 119 - 119: Why Hide? Its Not Like I Can Eat You Up Chapter 119: Chapter 119: Why Hide? It¡¯s Not Like I Can Eat You Up Lu Huashan was on the verge of speaking, then hesitated. She only wanted to climb up by her efforts, not by relying on her brother. So she didn¡¯t want to disclose her identity. ¡°Brother Yi, can we not talk about it, I¡­¡± Li Yi put a finger to her lips, ¡°If you don¡¯t want to talk, then don¡¯t. I love you, and that¡¯s all that matters. As long as I can be with you, I¡¯m willing to do anything.¡± Lu Huashan¡¯s eyes brimmed with tears. ... She knew Brother Yi truly cared for her. Li Yi held her, his face a picture of devotion, but deep down he felt endless contempt. Women like her, fat and ugly, unable to find a husband, were the easiest to deceive. Once they were married and he became a live-in son-in-law, he could roam freely. Then he would find a bunch of beauties to heal his wounded heart. Yang Li did not immediately go back to report to Lu Hualiang but wandered around the set instead. He found some shade, sat down, and pulled out his phone, scrolling to a photo. Source: Webnovel.com, updated on ?¦Ï¦Í?0.§ã0 He stared at it quietly. ¡°What are you looking at?¡± Suddenly, a tap on the shoulder startled Yang Li so much that he dropped his phone. Xia Weibao picked up his phone and glanced at the photo inside. ¡°Wow, such a cute little girl, who is she?¡± This kid was too adorable, with her chubby little cheeks. Yang Li felt awkward, hastily took back his phone, and closed the gallery. ¡°She¡¯s a childhood friend. Madam, what brings you here?¡± ¡°Shouldn¡¯t I be asking you that?¡± Xia Weibao sat down beside him. ¡°I¡¯m here filming.¡± She gestured to her costume and didn¡¯t bother changing out of it since filming would resume shortly. ¡°Madam, you practice medicine, don¡¯t you?¡± Yang Li looked at her, his eyes reflecting an indecipherable light. ¡°Yes, what¡¯s up, are you sick?¡± ¡°No, I¡¯m very healthy, but it¡¯s a friend of mine who has obesity due to hormonal issues. Can it be treated?¡± ¡°Hormones?¡± Xia Weibao frowned. She didn¡¯t know much about that; in her time, there was no concept of hormones, she didn¡¯t even know what they were. ¡°Bring her over for me to see.¡± Whether treatment was possible would only be determined after a diagnosis. Yang Li gave a rueful smile, ¡°Never mind, then.¡± ¡°Why, can¡¯t she be seen?¡± ¡°It¡¯s not that, she refuses.¡± ¡°Why would someone refuse to see a doctor if they¡¯re ill?¡± Xia Weibao spread her hands, unable to comprehend. Yang Li¡¯s gaze turned distant, his tone ethereal, ¡°Perhaps¡­ she can¡¯t bear the disappointment anymore.¡± When a person is disappointed too many times, they eventually descend into despair, no longer daring to hope. S§×ar?h the n??el Fire.n§×t website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. For without hope, there¡¯s no more disappointment. Xia Weibao shrugged; there was nothing she could do. Even if she were a divine healer, without a patient, she couldn¡¯t treat diseases out of thin air. Lu Hualiang was furious when he found out what Yang Li had done. A minor task, yet so poorly handled. Directly bringing people to the film set¡ªwhat kind of brainless tactic was that? And to top it off, he was caught red-handed. Yang Li was always reliable; how could he make such a basic mistake this time! Returning home in the evening, Xia Weibao immediately sensed that Lu Hualiang was in a bad mood, as if he were about to commit murder. So, the usually domineering Her Majesty the Empress, for the first time, learned to restrain herself and dared not provoke him. Seeing her cower and blatantly avoid him, Lu Hualiang thought of Yang Li¡¯s words today¡ªhe fancied Xia Weibao. His face darkened, and his gaze towards her turned unfriendly, mixed with a hint of inquiry. What was his status to fancy a woman whose name was mud in the street? And furthermore, this woman¡¯s heart wasn¡¯t even with him! ¡°Why hide? I¡¯m not going to eat you up.¡± Chapter 120 - 120 Catch the Adulterer Chapter 120: Chapter 120 Catch the Adulterer Xia Weibao, ¡°¡­¡± She was quietly playing games and eating spicy strips, and yet she had managed to irritate him? Not wanting to talk to a man with a bad temper, she went upstairs. Completely ignoring him as if he were invisible, Lu Hualiang felt even more infuriated without an outlet for his anger. ¡°Xia Weibao, that¡¯s my room!¡± In response, she slammed the door shut with a bang. ... Lu Hualiang, ¡°¡­¡± Indeed, women should not be spoiled! The next day at work, he had someone dig up dirt on Li Yi from head to toe, uncovering all his scandals. If he dared to deceive his sister, he¡¯d better be able to handle the consequences! Of course, he didn¡¯t upload it to the internet right away but planned to show it to Lu Huashan first. Destroying Li Yi was easy, but he couldn¡¯t let his dear sister get hurt. He owed this sister far too much. At lunchtime, he timed his call to Lu Huashan perfectly, inviting her to lunch. After some thought, he also made a call to Xia Weibao. These two women didn¡¯t yet know they were sisters-in-law; it was a good opportunity to have them meet. However, Xia Weibao refused. Looking at the hung-up call, Xia Weibao mumbled to herself, ¡°What¡¯s the point of eating together? It¡¯s a waste of time.¡± With such a short lunch break, she wanted to play another round of games. So she found a secluded storeroom to hide and play chicken-eating games. She had just entered when she heard some discordant noises coming from next door. ¡°Mmm, ah¡­ hurry¡­ Yi¡­ faster¡­¡± ¡°My sweetheart, don¡¯t scream so loudly, careful we get caught, you¡¯re killing me with pleasure¡­¡± Xia Weibao, ¡°¡­¡± No way. She just wanted to play games and now she had stumbled into such an explosive scene. Speaking of which, who would be so bold as to have a secret romance on set? There was a crack between the two storerooms; she went to take a look and her eyes widened instantly. Li Yi and Ruan Jiajia? Good heavens, has this world become a fantasy? Isn¡¯t Li Yi Hua Shan¡¯s boyfriend? How come he¡¯s now with Ruan Jiajia? As for Ruan Jiajia, heh, this is quite interesting. Ruan Jiajia¡¯s role happens to also be Li Qingguo! Li Qingguo and Li Qingcheng are both characters that develop over time, with one image in the early stages and another later on. The role of Li Qingcheng is simpler: a beauty at first and then disguised as a man later, which she can play on her own. But Li Qingguo isn¡¯t suitable for that; he¡¯s fat and ugly in the early stages, but after being banished, he becomes extremely thin, so much so that even his appearance changes. He turns into a very seductive enchantress consort. Hua Shan certainly couldn¡¯t play the role, so she only plays the character prior to transformation, and after the plot reaches its climax and the character of Li Qingguo becomes dark, the role passes to Ruan Jiajia. Two actors for the same character, both falling for the same man, huh. It¡¯s indeed very melodramatic! ¡°Jiajia, you¡¯re amazing.¡± ¡°Mmm, ah¡­ am I better, or is Hua Shan better?¡± ¡°Tsk, obviously you. That Hua Shan looks like a pig, how could she compare to you?¡± ¡°Have you touched her¡­ uh¡­ mmm¡­¡± ¡°How could I? With that bear-like appearance she has, like a pig, I¡¯d be afraid of being crushed to death. Haven¡¯t even kissed her.¡± S§×ar?h the NovelFire.net* website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. ¡°Really?¡± Ruan Jiajia laughed provocatively, continuously tempting Li Yi. Li Yi, panting heavily, ¡°Of course, I only love you. As for Hua Shan, she¡¯s just got a good family background. Once I marry her and take everything she has, I¡¯ll kick her to the curb and marry you.¡± ¡°Yi, you¡¯re so good to me¡­ mmm¡­ hurry¡­ ah¡­¡± ¡°Knowing I¡¯m good to you, serve me well. It¡¯s not easy to have a private meeting; we¡¯ve got to make the most of it¡­¡± Chapter 121 - 121: A Complete Fool Chapter 121: Chapter 121: A Complete Fool Xia Weibao stared, dumbfounded. There were actually such shameless people in the world! Poor Hua Shan, she was probably still kept in the dark. Glancing at the two intertwined salty fish, Xia Weibao quietly slipped out without making a sound. When she found Lu Huashan, it seemed she was about to leave. Xia Weibao stretched one long leg in front of her, ¡°Come with me, I¡¯ll show you a good show.¡± Lu Huashan¡¯s expression turned cold, ¡°Step aside.¡± ... ¡°It¡¯s a show starring your Brother Yi, are you sure you don¡¯t want to watch?¡± Xia Weibao said with a smile that wasn¡¯t really a smile. She had researched Lu Huashan, starting as a walk-on and climbing her way up on her own. Not bad acting skills, but unfortunately, she lacked the face and figure, which wasn¡¯t easy. Feeling sorry for her, Xia Weibao had given her a hand, but she had unexpectedly been unappreciative. Lu Huashan was furious, it was another attempt to break her and Brother Yi up! She was about to push Xia Weibao away. Unexpectedly, with a light touch of Xia Weibao¡¯s hands on her body, she became immobilized. Then¡­ S§×arch* The Novel?ire(.)ne*t website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. A four hundred pound weight was hoisted by Xia Weibao¡¯s slender arms. Fortunately, it was lunch break with not many people around; otherwise, a rabbit carrying a pig would have scared someone to death! Silently arriving at the storage room, Xia Weibao placed Lu Huashan next to that gap. Across from them, Li Yi and Ruan Jiajia had just had quite a battle and were resting. Ruan Jiajia nestled in Li Yi¡¯s arms. She twirled her finger on his chest, ¡°Yi, when will you marry Hua Shan?¡± ¡°Soon, she¡¯s already hopelessly devoted to me. But it¡¯s tough to get through her family. Don¡¯t worry, once we¡¯re married, I have plenty of ways!¡± ¡°Yi, you can¡¯t touch her.¡± ¡°Of course not, that fatso is disgusting to even look at. How could I possibly sleep with her? She¡¯s just being used.¡± ¡°Hehe.¡± Ruan Jiajia laughed coquettishly, ¡°It¡¯s really pitiful, only able to play a useless fat woman. The last glory of Li Qingguo will all be mine.¡± ¡°Let¡¯s not talk about her, it¡¯s disgusting. There¡¯s half an hour left. Come on, let¡¯s have another round.¡± ¡°Hmm¡­ you¡¯re so bad¡­ ah¡­¡± Lu Huashan felt as if she had been struck by lightning. She couldn¡¯t believe that her Brother Yi would treat her this way. Brother was right all along. And Yang Li¡¯s cursing too. She was a complete and utter fool! Li Yi! You¡¯ve caused me so much pain! The deeper her love had been for Li Yi, the more intense her hatred was now! She wanted to rush up and slap those two despicable people several times. She wished she could kill those two lowlifes! But she couldn¡¯t move. And she couldn¡¯t speak either. She kept making eye signals to Xia Weibao, but that woman was too engrossed in recording and didn¡¯t pay her any attention. Lu Huashan was almost infuriated to death! After recording, Xia Weibao didn¡¯t release Lu Huashan but carried her away instead. Arriving at a secluded place, she finally put her down. Fuming with anger, Lu Huashan charged back to settle accounts! ¡°Where are you going?¡± ¡°To settle scores,¡± Lu Huashan said as she walked and rolled up her sleeves. Damn it, they played with my feelings, almost made me turn against my brother, I won¡¯t be satisfied until I beat them so badly they lose control of their bowels and bladder! Xia Weibao glanced at her sideways. Are people nowadays really so impulsive, resorting to violence at the drop of a hat? That¡¯s not good, you should be a civilized person. Just thinking about it, she found Lu Huashan sitting down on the ground, crying. Xia Weibao panicked immediately, don¡¯t cry. She couldn¡¯t stand to see a girl cry. Every girl is an angel and should be cherished. ¡°Am I really that useless?¡± Lu Huashan wanted to hug her knees and cry, but she found¡­ She was too fat, her legs wouldn¡¯t bend¡­ Chapter 122 - 122: Losing Weight with Life Chapter 122: Chapter 122: Losing Weight with Life Seeing her sitting on the ground like a child, throwing a tantrum, Xia Weibao found it funny. But she felt it would be inappropriate to laugh at someone so heartbroken. So she stood still, not moving. Lu Huashan cried her heart out, her voice hiccupping with sobs. She felt so foolish. Everyone could see the truth clearly, everyone except her; she actually had the illusion that she could marry Li Yi. ... ¡°Do you think I¡¯m delusional, so ugly and yet hoping that Li Yi would really fall in love with me. I know, everyone looks down on me, everyone laughs behind my back, saying I¡¯m a toad lusting after swan meat.¡± Xia Weibao really wanted to say, yes, it¡¯s quite delusional¡­ But, seeing how heartbroken Lu Huashan was, of course, she wouldn¡¯t say it out loud. ¡°You can¡¯t blame yourself for this, Li Yi has been plotting from the start.¡± Lu Huashan sniffed, ¡°What did I do wrong, why does fate treat me this way? I was born into such a good family, I could have been beautiful, I could have been the envy of all women, but why¡­¡± As she spoke, she seemed too agitated, her breath ragged. She wiped away tears, then turned her head to look at Xia Weibao, ¡°Do you know, I¡¯m jealous of you, so very jealous, I envy all the beautiful women. But I can¡¯t even show my jealousy, it would make my mom feel guilty, my brother would be saddened¡­ I don¡¯t even dare to go home now, seeing my brother¡¯s face just makes me feel so awful. We are siblings, why is there such a big difference. I hate it so much¡­¡± Tears breached her defenses. She really hated it. Xia Weibao hadn¡¯t initially taken Hua Shan¡¯s issues to heart and was just occasionally bumping into her, weeding out a scumbag, rescuing a girl from distress. But now, seeing her so heartbroken, she suddenly felt a pang of compassion. Damn it, although she was a woman, why did she feel the heart of a man, aching for another¡¯s sorrow! ¡°You could diet.¡± ¡°I have dieted; what can I do if it doesn¡¯t work? I haven¡¯t eaten a grain of rice for half a year, only two apples every other day, and several times I¡¯ve fainted from hunger and ended up in the hospital, but I still can¡¯t lose weight. What can I do? My brother sought doctors everywhere but they couldn¡¯t cure my illness, what can I do?¡± Xia Weibao¡¯s eyes widened in shock, ¡°Half¡­ half a year without a grain of rice? Then what have you been eating?¡± ¡°Apples, someone said apples can help you lose weight.¡± Oh my God! Not eating for half a year, only eating apples, can this still be called human. Suddenly she raised her hand in salute, ¡°I respect you as a tough guy!¡± How ruthless does one have to be to inflict such harm on oneself! ¡°Don¡¯t your family care about you?¡± ¡°I don¡¯t let them care. When my brother forces me to eat, I cut my wrists as a threat.¡± Xia Weibao¡¯s eyes twitched fiercely, that¡¯s severe! This is dieting with one¡¯s life on the line. ¡°What illness do you have?¡± Mentioning this made Lu Huashan even more distressed. ¡°Hormones. My mom was injected with hormones by the Mistress while she was pregnant with me, which then affected me. So I was born this way. Maybe because they feel guilty, my mom and brother are very affectionate towards me. Sear?h the ¦Çov§×lFire .net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Especially my brother, he is heartbroken over my and my mom¡¯s illness. And yet, I was so immature, I argued with him over Li Yi, sob sob¡­ I feel so terrible, I¡¯ve let my brother down¡­¡± Xia Weibao felt, how pitiful. But, hormones? What exactly is that thing, Yang Li also said, one of his friends got fat because of hormones. She took out her phone and googled it. The explanation was very detailed, as incomprehensible as an arcane text, she had no idea what hormones were. Yet¡­ Xia Weibao¡¯s eyes sparkled with excitement, incurable diseases intrigued her greatly. Chapter 123 - 123 Treating Illness Chapter 123: Chapter 123 Treating Illness ¡°You mean to say, after seeing many doctors, it still can¡¯t be cured?¡± ¡°Yes.¡± ¡°If you believe me, let me try.¡± Lu Huashan glanced at her, ¡°I don¡¯t believe you¡­¡± Xia Weibao, ¡°¡­¡± That really hits where it hurts, beauty. ... ¡°I¡¯ve seen all the famous doctors in the world my brother could find, to no avail. I don¡¯t want to be disappointed again.¡± She could¡­ no longer afford to fail. With some difficulty, she got up, but she was too fat and her movements were extremely clumsy, falling back several times. Xia Weibao scratched her hand, it had been a long time since she had treated anyone. If she didn¡¯t get a patient to tend to soon, she might just have to cure Lu Hualiang¡¯s idiocy. ¡°My medical skills are very good, if I can¡¯t cure it, I won¡¯t take any money.¡± Lu Huashan continued to struggle to get up, not paying her any mind. ¡°Even if I do cure it, I won¡¯t take money, but you¡¯ll have to gather the herbs yourself.¡± Source: Webnovel.com, updated on ??¦Í?¦Ï.§ã¦Ï She had no choice, she was broke. Seeing that Lu Huashan was still indifferent, Xia Weibao decided to pull out all the stops! ¡°Are you willing to accept that Li Yi and Ruan Jiajia are still carefree and happy, scoffing and mocking you, can you swallow this affront? S§×arch* The novel(F~)ire.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Don¡¯t you want to turn things around to become a goddess and stand in front of them, making them eternally regretful and deeply ashamed, to fiercely slap their faces!¡± You have to admit, those words were quite fiery! Lu Huashan yearned for that scenario. How could she possibly be willing? That man had played her for a fool, she wished she could tear his face to shreds! But¡­ Even if she was unwilling, what could she do about it? Seeing her resentment being stirred up, Xia Weibao quickly pulled out a photograph. ¡°Look, this is the photo of me disfigured, but I still got cured.¡± When Lu Huashan saw the photo for the first time, she screamed in fright and fell on her bottom. ¡°This is you?¡± She looked at Xia Weibao in disbelief. The person in the photo had half of their face burned beyond recognition, looking ferocious and terrifying. But on the other side of the face, one could tell it was Xia Weibao. Xia Weibao nodded, ¡°Yeah, it was just a while ago, right when I started ¡®Allure.¡¯ I wasn¡¯t at the set, remember? You even posted on social media to accuse me of throwing a diva tantrum. Actually, I was disfigured and in the hospital.¡± Lu Huashan¡¯s mouth was so wide open she could fit an egg in it. To be healed after such disfigurement? That was just absurd. But for some reason, even though it seemed like a fairy tale, she felt that Xia Weibao wasn¡¯t lying to her. Looking at that flawless face, Lu Huashan suddenly thought that maybe, maybe she should give it one last try¡­ ¡°Alright.¡± Watching Xia Weibao focusing on taking her pulse, Lu Huashan suddenly felt ashamed. ¡°I¡¯m sorry.¡± ¡°Sorry for what?¡± ¡°For the social media posts insulting you, I didn¡¯t know you were in the hospital, I thought¡­¡± ¡°You thought I was really being a diva, right? It¡¯s okay, I¡¯m used to being criticized.¡± Lu Huashan felt even more guilty and suddenly felt a twinge of pity for the woman in front of her. Actually, she was not as bad as the internet said¡­ Xia Weibao¡¯s brow was tightly furrowed, Lu Huashan¡¯s pulse didn¡¯t really indicate any problems. She pressed on the ring of flesh on her body, then let go. The indentations from the pressure took a long time to disappear; this skin had no elasticity at all. ¡°I¡¯ll prescribe you a medicinal formula for now, to cleanse the toxins in your body. As for the hormones, I need to go back and do some research.¡± Lu Huashan, holding the prescription, hesitated. She declined Lu Hualiang¡¯s lunch invitation, finished filming, and went to get the medicine. After three hours of brewing, staring at the dark bowl of concoction, Lu Huashan thought of dying. But remembering what Xia Weibao said about slapping faces, damn it, she was going to battle with this bowl of medicine! Chapter 124 - 124 Baby, be my sister-in-law Chapter 124: Chapter 124 Baby, be my sister-in-law After drinking it, she went straight to the bathroom. Looking at the black substance that came out and the odd smell, Lu Huashan vomited right away. Damn it, Weibao, you aren¡¯t holding a grudge because I¡¯ve cursed you, trying to kill me, are you? However, after drinking for two days, she noticed that her body felt much lighter. It felt as if she had been cleansed. She hastily took out the digital scale, and when she saw that she had lost five pounds, Lu Huashan was so happy that she jumped up. ... However¡­ When she landed, she stepped on and shattered the digital scale. Lu Huashan, ¡°¡­¡± Blushing, she looked left and right to see, but thankfully she was in her own apartment and no one had seen. Otherwise, where could she hide her face. The next day, when she went to the set, Xu Jiayang came towards her, staring at Lu Huashan for a good few seconds. His probing gaze made Lu Huashan somewhat uncomfortable, ¡°Xu¡­ Director Xu.¡± Source: Webnovel.com, updated on ?¦Ï¦Í?0.§ã¦Ï Although she was a star, because she was so fat and ugly, few people stared at her. This kind of focused attention made her very uncomfortable. ¡°Shanshan, have you lost weight?¡± Xu Jiayang asked. Lu Huashan was a bit slow to react, ¡°I lost weight?¡± Xu Jiayang nodded, ¡°Yes, you¡¯ve lost weight, and your complexion has improved too.¡± Lu Huashan couldn¡¯t contain her joy, and she asked everyone she saw if she looked thinner. This made her, who had been overweight for twenty-four years, extremely excited. So she quickly brought a big bag of snacks to find Xia Weibao. Over the past couple of days, she had noticed that Xia Weibao really liked to eat snacks. Sure enough, when Xia Weibao saw that big bag, she immediately pounced on it like a fly on¡­ ew! Let¡¯s be more elegant, like a dung beetle upon spotting dung. After taking the bribe, ah no, after taking the snacks, Doctor Xia seemed especially vigorous even if she were sick. She swiftly prescribed a weight loss remedy and also gave Lu Huashan a jar of ointment. ¡°I¡¯ve looked up what hormones are, as long as they are fully expelled, losing weight will be quick. So, use this ointment in the morning and at night all over your body, otherwise if you lose weight too quickly, your skin will sag.¡± ¡°Then how long will it take for me to lose weight?¡± ¡°Probably about two months.¡± S~ea??h the n?velFire.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Lu Huashan¡¯s eyes widened in disbelief, no way! Four hundred pounds in two months? ¡°What I mean is, to get down to a double-digit weight¡­¡± ¡°About two months, no more than three, you have to trust me, back in the day I¡­¡± Xia Weibao caught herself, almost getting carried away and letting something slip. ¡°Anyway, just do as I say; and remember, keep up with the exercise, eat your meals on time, because without eating enough, how will you have the energy to lose weight.¡± Lu Huashan was speechless, ¡°That¡¯s what lazy people say.¡± If you get fat after eating, then what¡¯s the point in trying to lose weight? ¡°You¡¯re just puffily fat, pinch yourself, the flesh is all flabby, listen to me, if I tell you to eat, eat.¡± As Weibao spoke, she took out a pack of spicy strips, ready to give to Lu Huashan, but then seemed reluctant to part with them. So after selecting carefully, she handed over a candy to her, ¡°Here, eat this.¡± Lu Huashan, ¡°¡­¡± I treat you to such a big bag, and you give me just one candy?! Forget it, don¡¯t argue with her. She turned her head, seriously observing Xia Weibao¡¯s face. She really was beautiful, with a bold personality, and her acting was impeccable. Maybe because she was so outstanding, she was prone to stir up envy. But after getting to know her, one would find that Xia Weibao was actually a great person, especially suitable to be a friend. Lu Huashan cupped her cheeks in her hands, ¡°I wish you were part of my family.¡± This woman was just too perfect, she was totally fan-girling over her. Suddenly, she had an idea, her eyes lighting up, ¡°Baby, how about you become my sister-in-law?¡± Chapter 125 - 125: The Slap Comes Too Fast Chapter 125: Chapter 125: The Slap Comes Too Fast ¡°Cough, cough, cough¡­¡± Xia Weibao was drinking water and got a huge scare. ¡°My brother is really handsome and very rich; you¡¯d definitely like him,¡± Lu Huashan assured confidently. ¡°No, no, I¡¯m not interested in having a boyfriend right now.¡± After all, she was a married woman. If Hualiang found out, he would probably tear her apart. ¡°My brother is really a great guy and super innocent. He¡¯s 27 this year and hasn¡¯t had a girlfriend yet.¡± ... Then, with an air of mystery, she leaned closer to Xia Weibao and whispered, ¡°He¡¯s even still got his first kiss.¡± Xia Weibao smiled awkwardly. ¡°Really, it¡¯s okay.¡± It suddenly occurred to her to wonder if Lu Hualiang, who was also 27 this year, still had his first kiss. Immediately after, she shuddered. Weird, why was she thinking about him? Whether his first kiss was intact was none of her business. ¡°Baby, are you sure you don¡¯t want to reconsider? My brother is really great and absolutely worthy of you,¡± Shanshan persisted. Thinking Xia Weibao didn¡¯t believe her brother was handsome, Lu Huashan pulled out her phone to show photographs. Source: Webnovel.com, updated on ?¦Ï¦Í?0.?¦Ï However, before she could get to the photos, she saw Li Yi walking over. Lu Huashan¡¯s face instantly turned cold. Li Yi was unaware that she had witnessed the incident the other day, so he still put on an affectionate facade. ¡°Shanshan, why have you been ignoring me these past few days?¡± Previously, Hua Shan hung onto him every day. Her sudden coldness over the last few days had unsettled him. Now that he had confirmed that Hua Shan¡¯s family was no simple matter, he would absolutely not let go of this rich girl! Lu Huashan¡¯s face turned icy in an instant, and a hint of mockery played at the corners of her mouth. ¡°Li Yi, let¡¯s break up,¡± she said. ¡°Break up?¡± Li Yi¡¯s face changed completely. ¡°Why? Is it something I did wrong? Tell me, Shanshan, and I¡¯ll change.¡± Lu Huashan¡¯s expression became even more scornful. It wasn¡¯t that he hadn¡¯t done well, but that he had done too well! So well that it blinded her! Sear?h the n?vel_Fire.¦Çet website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Li Yi was completely panicked. He had placed all his bets on Hua Shan and was not willing to give up so easily! How could this be happening? It seemed impossible that this foolish woman, who he had firmly under his control, would suddenly mention breaking up. Had someone found out about his thing with Ruan Jiajia? That couldn¡¯t be it; if it had been exposed, with Hua Shan¡¯s character, she would have already started fighting with Jiajia. Where did he go wrong? Li Yi was baffled and also noticed something different about Hua Shan¡­ She seemed a little thinner and also prettier. ¡°Shanshan, you need to give me a reason if you want to break up.¡± Lu Huashan was just about to say it was because he was so disgusting and despicable that she wasn¡¯t interested in ducks, when Xia Weibao poked her from behind. She turned her head and looked for an explanation with her eyes. Xia Weibao gave her a meaningful look. Puzzled, Lu Huashan cast her gaze toward a short distance away, where she spotted Ruan Jiajia glaring viciously over at them, stamping her foot with rage. Jealousy, it turned out. Suddenly, she no longer wanted to break up. So she put on a smile, an exaggerated one that squished all her facial fat together, repulsive enough to disgust any sleazebag! ¡°Brother Yi, I was just joking. You¡¯re so wonderful, how could I bear to break up with you?¡± I¡¯ll play you to death! Li Yi was taken aback, confused. A joke? He stared at Lu Huashan intently, trying to read between the lines of her expression. But damn, that face was ugly! Fatso, you¡¯re making me want to puke. ¡°Brother Yi, do you think I¡¯m beautiful?¡± ¡°Beautiful.¡± Li Yi fought back the turmoil in his stomach and feigned an adoring look. ¡°Shanshan is the most beautiful.¡± ¡°Then whom do you find more beautiful, me or Jiajia?¡± Chapter 126 - 126: Theyre All Drama Queens Chapter 126: Chapter 126: They¡¯re All Drama Queens Li Yi¡¯s heart skipped a beat. Why was Ruan Jiajia being brought up again? Could they have really been discovered? That shouldn¡¯t be possible. His affair with Ruan Jiajia was so secretive, and this woman was brainless. It was probably just her way of making comparisons, something she often did. Fools are blissfully unaware! Although he felt disdainful inside, his face had to show nothing but adoration, ¡°Of course you¡¯re beautiful. How could Ruan Jiajia possibly compare to you?¡± These words infuriated Ruan Jiajia so much that she turned and walked away. ... Seeing Ruan Jiajia angry, Li Yi was worried inside, but he had no choice but to stabilize the situation with Lu Huashan first. Ruan Jiajia was nothing more than his plaything, but Hua Shan, she was his road to wealth! As if seeing through his thoughts, Lu Huashan played even more enthusiastically, acting affectionate and not letting Li Yi leave. And Li Yi had to pretend to be the lovesick prince in response. Xia Weibao was sitting off to the side, snacking and watching the drama unfold. Actors for sure, their acting skills are top-notch! Finally, when Lu Huashan was almost sick of it, she magnanimously let him go. Li Yi hurried after the beauty. Seeing his eagerness, Lu Huashan thought, she must have been blind in the past! ¡°Not breaking up?¡± Xia Weibao asked with a smile that wasn¡¯t quite a smile. She discovered that Lu Huashan could actually be quite scheming. ¡°Not breaking up, I¡¯ll play them to death! Right, didn¡¯t you record a video of that dog man and woman? Send it to me.¡± When she slimmed down and transformed into a stunning beauty, causing Li Yi to lose hope in her completely, she¡¯d then kick him to the curb! And then watch as he falls from grace, his reputation in tatters for years to come! Xia Weibao sent her the video and with a twirl of her eyes said, ¡°Since you treated me to snacks, I¡¯ll give you a tip.¡± ¡°What kind of tip?¡± ¡°Isn¡¯t Ruan Jiajia filming the post-transformation part of Li Qingguo? Snatch the role from her.¡± ¡°Me?¡± ¡°Exactly. The role of Li Qingguo undergoes such a massive change from the beginning to the end of the show that everyone thinks two actors are needed. If it¡¯s played by the same person, such a dramatic transformation will definitely be a major selling point! Plus, when you succeed in losing weight, it will make headlines, which could really boost the popularity of ¡®Allure¡¯. Your acting is better than Ruan Jiajia¡¯s; Director Xu would definitely agree to a cast change.¡± ¡°No way,¡± Lu Huashan said, taken aback. ¡°The problem is, Li Qingguo is the number one beauty in ¡®Imperial Harem¡¯. How can I act that part with the way I look now?¡± ¡°You¡¯ll slim down, won¡¯t you? I¡¯ll control the dosage so you won¡¯t slim down too noticeably in the first month¡ªit¡¯s more about conditioning your body. The following month is when the drastic weight loss happens. We¡¯ll focus on filming the earlier parts first, then you can go back and devote yourself to slimming down, precisely when you need to combine it with plenty of exercise. In the meantime, we can film the other characters, and once you¡¯re completely slimmed down, we¡¯ll focus on shooting the darker transformation of Li Qingguo. It¡¯s a tight schedule, but having you play both parts would be too intriguing a hook to pass up¡ª¡¯Allure¡¯ would become famous without needing much promotion! However, you¡¯ll have very little time for filming later on and would need to get every shot on the first take. Can you handle that?¡± Excitement welled up inside Lu Huashan at this meticulously planned blueprint. Maybe it really was worth a try¡­ If she actually succeeded, it would propel her and ¡®Allure¡¯ to stardom in one fell swoop! Thinking of the humiliations she¡¯d suffered, Lu Huashan¡¯s hands slowly clenched into fists. Li Yi, just you wait! You look down on me today, but tomorrow, I¡¯ll be out of your reach! So, the two of them went to find Xu Jiayang and shared their ideas. The look in Xu Jiayang¡¯s eyes was no different from someone watching two fools¡­ Sear?h the NovelFire.net* website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Chapter 127 - 127 He Likes Xia Weibao Chapter 127: Chapter 127 He Likes Xia Weibao Xia Weibao talked until her lips were nearly falling off. Xu Jiayang absolutely refused to agree, ¡°Allure¡± was his life¡¯s work, and he wouldn¡¯t make a mess of it. Even though they painted a very rosy picture. ¡°Director Xu, think about it, the role of Li Qingguo couldn¡¯t possibly be completed by one person, but you did it. That¡¯s something to be proud of. It¡¯s definitely a huge selling point, and even saves on advertising costs. And besides, what kind of acting skills does Ruan Jiajia have? Can she compare with Shanshan? ... Just give it a try. If it doesn¡¯t work out, we can always hire another actor later.¡± ¡°I think you might need to go back to the mental hospital for a while,¡± Xu Jiayang said calmly. Lose three hundred pounds in two months? Are you slicing pork, miss? Xia Weibao was somewhat speechless, ¡°Director, don¡¯t you think Shanshan has lost some weight these past two days? I guarantee she can slim down within two months!¡± Xu Jiayang looked Lu Huashan up and down, indeed, she had slimmed down. He had noticed it this very morning. However, he was resolute, ¡°No, it would delay the shooting. The production doesn¡¯t have enough funds.¡± He knew that if it could be done, it would certainly be a major highlight, but there was no money! No money at all!!! ¡°I¡¯ll put up the money,¡± Lu Huashan quietly raised her hand, ¡°I¡¯ll invest ten million, and we¡¯ll replace Ruan Jiajia.¡± Immediately, Xu Jiayang revealed a smile like a mother hen, grasping Lu Huashan¡¯s hand, ¡°You¡¯re a good actor. Work hard on losing weight, and we¡¯ll wait for your return.¡± Xia Weibao, ¡°¡­¡± Lu Huashan, ¡°¡­¡± Director Xu, what about your pride! Xu Jiayang declared, what¡¯s pride? He¡¯s now so poor he can¡¯t even afford the actors¡¯ boxed meals; can pride fill your stomach? He had always been dissatisfied with Ruan Jiajia; had he not been so cash-strapped, he would have agreed to Xia Weibao¡¯s suggestion right from the start. Now, it was perfect timing. As for the risks, he was never afraid. If he dared to use Xia Weibao, what was there to fear about waiting two more months? Ruan Jiajia was replaced, and the replacement was so baffling that it made her livid. S§×arch* The Novel?ire(.)ne*t website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. As for who would play Li Qingguo in the later part, it was to be kept a secret the whole way through. This was going to be a huge selling point! To ensure that Lu Huashan¡¯s weight loss plan went without any issues, Xia Weibao assigned Xiang Chu to personally monitor her. This made little friend Xiang Chu extremely happy; his master was finally going to teach him medical skills! When he heard about Xia Weibao¡¯s plan, he became so excited that his eyes shone, and he lost sleep for several days. A four-hundred-pound fatty slimming down to a double-digit weight in two months would definitely be a miracle! What a benefit for all the fatties! Just thinking about it was thrilling. While excited, Baby Xiang Chu¡¯s sense of crisis grew; his master was getting more and more awesome. He had to guard against Hepburn, or else she would definitely try to steal his master! The original filming schedule had changed, and the pace was moved up a lot, leaving the entire ¡°Allure¡± cast struggling beyond words. Especially because Xu Jiayang¡¯s demands were incredibly strict, so much so that many people made a voodoo doll in his likeness, stuck his photo on it, and pricked it daily to relieve stress. Dammit, it¡¯s just a web series, and you¡¯re applying Oscar standards? How is anyone supposed to live? Lu Huashan was the most exhausted, as they were rushing to shoot all her scenes. And Xia Weibao¡­ Was also very tired, but no amount of fatigue could ever stop Her Majesty from gaming! Every day after work, the first thing she did was whip out her phone to play games. When Hualiang came back, what he saw was her standing on the sofa, one foot on the backrest, tapping away at her phone. These past few days, Boss Lu had been in a bad mood, his mind filled with Yang Li¡¯s words. He liked Xia Weibao. Chapter 128 - 128: Bro, Let Me Introduce You to a Girlfriend Chapter 128: Chapter 128: Bro, Let Me Introduce You to a Girlfriend Being stared at with such penetrative eyes, Xia Weibao felt very uncomfortable. What had she done to offend him again? These past few days, it was as if he was on a short fuse. Feeling uneasy under his gaze, Xia Weibao stealthily shifted her position. However, Lu Hualiang¡¯s gaze followed her relentlessly. Therefore, she silently hopped behind the sofa, hid, and continued playing her game. ... Yet, that gaze seemed to penetrate through the back of the sofa, landing on her. Xia Weibao stood up, somewhat at a loss, ¡°Director Lu, is there something you need?¡± ¡°Nothing.¡± ¡°Oh.¡± Then why stare at her? She snuck off again to hide under the stairs and play her game. Still, she felt like there was a thorn in her back. Clueless, Xia Weibao could only silently go upstairs. Seeing her retreating to her room to play games again, Lu Hualiang¡¯s anger grew. Games, games, games, is there anything else she knows aside from games! Right at that time, a servant came up the stairs with a plate of chilled chicken feet. Lu Hualiang, ¡°¡­¡± Great, aside from gaming, she can eat. Annoyed, he tugged at his tie when the call from Lu Huashan came through. ¡°Brother.¡± From the phone came Lu Huashan¡¯s cheerful voice. Lu Hualiang felt somewhat dazed; how long had it been since she had laughed like that? As a child, she often laughed, but since she had become sensible and started caring about others¡¯ opinions, she never laughed again. ¡°Calling me for something?¡± ¡°Can¡¯t I call you if there¡¯s nothing to talk about? Are you still my dear brother or not?¡± ¡°I thought you had forgotten about this brother of yours,¡± Lu Hualiang said in a heavy tone. To think she would fall out with him over some Li Yi. Feeling somewhat guilty, Lu Huashan responded, ¡°I¡¯m sorry, alright, brother? I already know about Li Yi. Don¡¯t interfere with him and me; I¡¯ll take him down myself!¡± Her resolute tone made Lu Hualiang pause, ¡°You know about it?¡± All the information he had gathered¡­ Was wasted. ¡°Yeah, he¡¯s so disgusting, getting involved with an actress from the crew. Forget about him, I can crush that scum with one finger.¡± Seeing that she had finally wisened up, Lu Hualiang¡¯s mood finally improved a bit. ¡°When are you coming back?¡± ¡°In another two months or so, I¡¯m busy with filming right now.¡± ¡°Why two months? You don¡¯t even have time to come home for a meal?¡± ¡°I have things to do, alright? I¡¯ll give you a surprise in two months. During this time, you can¡¯t have someone watch me, or else I¡¯ll never talk to you again.¡± Lu Hualiang felt a headache coming on; he had already cut down significantly on having her watched. But he still had someone check on her occasionally, how else could he feel at ease? S~ea??h the n??el Fire.n§×t website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. ¡°I can agree to not watch you, but you must eat on time.¡± ¡°I know, I¡¯m eating right now. Don¡¯t believe me? I¡¯ll video call you.¡± Opening the video, he indeed saw her eating, and it was the kind of meal with plenty of meat and fish.¡± Lu Hualiang was somewhat surprised; why did it seem like his sister had changed? In the past, even with force, she would refuse to eat. This younger sister had endured too much. ¡°Huashan, have you encountered something happy recently?¡± ¡°Mhm, I made a friend¡ªshe¡¯s a very pretty and capable woman. How about I introduce her to you to be your wife?¡± Lu Hualiang¡¯s face instantly darkened. ¡°Nonsense!¡± ¡°I¡¯m not talking nonsense. She¡¯s my idol; brother, I want her to be my sister-in-law. Please agree, okay?¡± ¡°No.¡± ¡°But you don¡¯t even have a girlfriend, and she¡¯s really outstanding. You¡¯ll definitely like her.¡± ¡°I can agree to anything else, but not this. I¡¯m already married.¡± Chapter 129 - 129: Defeat the Vixen! Chapter 129: Chapter 129: Defeat the Vixen! ¡°What marriage, when did you get married, how come I don¡¯t know!¡± Lu Huashan threw away her chicken leg. She¡¯s lost her appetite. S§×ar?h the ¦Çov§×lFire .net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. How could it be, her brother got married and she, his sister, didn¡¯t know anything about it! ¡°You¡¯re lying to me, right? Let¡¯s have dinner first, meet my friend.¡± In fact, she really wanted to say Xia Weibao¡¯s name, but considering Xia Weibao¡¯s reputation, she decided it was best not to. It wouldn¡¯t be good if she scared her brother off. ... People like Xia Weibao are the kind you have to get to know before you can fall for them. ¡°I really did get married, it was mom¡¯s doing.¡± Lu Huashan¡¯s face changed, ¡°Is it the one Mom mentioned last time, her friend¡¯s daughter, your childhood betrothed?¡± ¡°Yes.¡± ¡°Brother, you¡¯re crazy, marrying a woman you don¡¯t even know who she is!¡± ¡°I found her, and you know mom¡¯s situation better than anyone. Can I go against her wishes?¡± Lu Huashan felt somewhat aggrieved, she had taken a liking to Xia Weibao. ¡°I don¡¯t care, I want my idol to be my sister-in-law, divorce that woman.¡± The word divorce made Lu Hualiang¡¯s face darken. Impossible! ¡°Shanshan, stop fooling around, marriage is not a child¡¯s play.¡± ¡°Heh, marrying a stranger on a whim, isn¡¯t that child¡¯s play?¡± Lu Hualiang was taken aback, yes, at the beginning when he thought of marrying Xia Weibao, he also felt it was like playing a game. He had thought to himself, just marry and divorce after a year. But since when did he no longer want a divorce? Could it be¡­ Lu Hualiang suddenly felt a bit panicked. Maybe, Yang Li was right, he has¡­ feelings for Xia Weibao¡­ ¡°Brother, if you don¡¯t marry my idol, I¡¯m not coming home.¡± Without living under the same roof as her idol, what¡¯s the point of living? Soon Miss Lu will realize that even if her idol became her sister-in-law, they can¡¯t live under the same roof. Because she has a brother who is keen on making babies. ¡°Brother, who is that woman!¡± Lu Hualiang wanted to say it¡¯s Xia Weibao, but ultimately he didn¡¯t. Xia Weibao¡¯s reputation was too bad now, the last time Lu Huashan even took to Weibo to criticize her. Maybe their relationship is not so amicable. Mentioning it now might only make things worse. ¡°Pick a day to come home for dinner, and meet her.¡± ¡°I won¡¯t meet her!¡± Lu Huashan insisted, anyway, she had her heart set on Xia Weibao. ¡°Brother, my idol is really beautiful, you will definitely regret it.¡± ¡°Your sister-in-law is beautiful too.¡± ¡°She¡¯s definitely not as beautiful as my idol!¡± Lu Hualiang didn¡¯t want to argue about this, Xia Weibao¡¯s beauty, in the entire entertainment industry, was truly unmatched! Lu Huashan wasn¡¯t in a good mood either. ¡°Humph, anyway, my idol is the best, if you don¡¯t marry her, then I will!¡± Lu Hualiang, ¡°¡­¡± How can you, a woman, marry her? After hanging up the phone, Lu Huashan was devastated. The dream of sharing a bed with her idol was extinguished. So, she called Xia Weibao to complain. Xia Weibao was in the midst of an intense match in King of Glory when suddenly a call came through, almost causing her to spit blood! Thinking it was Lu Hualiang, she was about to hang up and block him. But it turned out to be Hua Shan, so she had to hold back. ¡°Shanshan, what¡¯s up?¡± ¡°Wuu, Baby, my brother married a terrible woman.¡± Xia Weibao, ¡°¡­¡± ¡°There, there, tell him to divorce her.¡± Her heart was bleeding, your brother marrying a terrible woman has nothing to do with me, don¡¯t interrupt my gaming! ¡°He refuses to divorce, he must be bewitched by that vixen.¡± ¡°Oh, then you go defeat that vixen¡­ Achoo!¡± Xia Weibao sneezed violently. Who, who¡¯s cursing her! Chapter 131 - 131 Suddenly Wanting to Give Her a Lifetime Commitment Chapter 131: Chapter 131 Suddenly Wanting to Give Her a Lifetime Commitment Feeling her soft, boneless hand touch his forehead, Lu Hualiang¡¯s heart suddenly skipped a beat. Her hand was soft and smooth. Cool to the touch, and very comfortable. Especially when she felt his pulse, that fleeting contact of skin was something one could grow fond of. Lu Hualiang lowered his gaze to her icy, jade-like hand and suddenly felt the impulse to hold it. She sat by the bed, and they were very close; he could smell the faint fragrance from her body. ... It was captivating. Looking up at her profile, her facial contours were soft and flowing, her skin so flawless it seemed veiled in mist. She was truly beautiful, impeccable in every way. His heartbeat suddenly quickened by two beats. Lu Hualiang watched her quietly, suddenly feeling that he could do this for a lifetime without growing tired. The thought startled him. A lifetime was such a distant matter, such a heavy promise, yet he found himself wanting to give it to her. The color in Lu Hualiang¡¯s eyes grew deeper and deeper¡­ As he was lost in his amorous thoughts, Xia Weibao suddenly withdrew her hand. S~ea??h the N??eFire.¦Çet website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Without that soft touch, he felt an emptiness inside. A vague sense of melancholy, a bit like¡­ loss? ¡°Housekeeper Fu, bring an ice pack and also paper and pen.¡± Fever, something that one dose of medicine could handle. Soon, the ice pack was brought over, and just as Housekeeper Fu was about to help Lu Hualiang apply it, he was stopped by a cold glare. Housekeeper Fu¡¯s chubby face quivered before he covertly handed the ice pack to Xia Weibao. ¡°Madam, please.¡± Xia Weibao wanted to say that he could apply it himself since she had to write a prescription. But remembering that Lu Hualiang was sick, she said nothing and gently helped him with the ice pack. Her movements were tender, and she would ask with concern if he was feeling uncomfortable. Lu Hualiang felt that being cared for so attentively by her made it worthwhile, even if he had to play the sympathy card a few more times. Though for a man, being sick all the time wasn¡¯t good for one¡¯s image. Thinking about it, it did seem quite desperate; it had been years since he¡¯d been sick, and now he had weakened himself just to move back into the master bedroom. After Xia Weibao applied the ice pack, she turned to write the prescription. ¡°When did you learn Traditional Chinese Medicine?¡± Lu Hualiang¡¯s voice came from behind her, causing a jolt in Xia Weibao¡¯s heart. Yet she quickly regained her composure and mumbled vaguely, ¡°Learned it before.¡± ¡°Where did you learn it?¡± ¡°What, you¡¯re checking my background?¡± Her tone was displeased, as if she didn¡¯t want to be asked about these things. Because she couldn¡¯t explain. She certainly couldn¡¯t say she learned it in a past life, that would probably get her committed to a psychiatric hospital for a long stay. Lu Hualiang was somewhat disdainful, he had thoroughly investigated her background. She didn¡¯t even know the things he had uncovered about her. However, he truly hadn¡¯t found out when she had learned medicine, nor the source of her immense strength, her personality was completely different as well. She had become a completely different person. He really wanted to get to the bottom of it, to thoroughly understand this person, not to have this mountain standing between them! But her tone had already turned quite displeased, and it wasn¡¯t good for him to press further. Moving back to the master bedroom was the priority. So he said indifferently, ¡°It¡¯s nothing, just thought it was strange, now everyone studies Western medicine, yet you studied Traditional Chinese Medicine.¡± Xia Weibao¡¯s hand paused as she wrote the prescription; she suddenly wanted to see the difference between Chinese and Western medical treatments. So she put down the pen, ¡°That, I think your fever is too severe, we should send you to a hospital.¡± Chapter 132 - 132: Getting an injection, Director Lu is infatuated Chapter 132: Chapter 132: Getting an injection, Director Lu is infatuated Lu Hualiang looked up, his face displeased. Go to the hospital? How could that be possible! His goal was to have her personally take care of him and then naturally move back into the master bedroom! If he went to the hospital, how would he move back in! ¡°I¡¯m not going to the hospital!¡± Lu Hualiang turned his head, and his face instantly darkened. ... Xia Weibao¡¯s eyes widened, ¡°How can you not go to the hospital when you¡¯re sick? Are you faking it?¡± Actually, she had just said it offhandedly. But Director Lu was feeling guilty. Even though he maintained his composure, his heart felt a bit¡­ you know. So his face grew even colder to cover up his inner unease, ¡°Who are you saying is faking illness?¡± ¡°If you¡¯re not faking it, then why not go to the hospital.¡± S~ea??h the N?velFire.n§×t website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. ¡°Aren¡¯t you a doctor.¡± ¡°The fever is too serious, I don¡¯t know what to do about it. Let¡¯s go to the hospital.¡± Lu Hualiang was so angry he could have died, and he couldn¡¯t forcefully refuse or he would really come under suspicion. After all, Xia Weibao was no fool. So he could only be taken to the hospital. Arriving at The First Hospital, Xia Weibao was obviously very excited. She kept spinning around Lu Hualiang. The doctor prescribed some medicine and then put him on an IV drip. Xia Weibao blinked, ¡°Isn¡¯t it supposed to be that¡­ getting an injection?¡± She mimed the action with her hands, making a gesture of giving an injection. The last time she had her face ruined, she clearly had been jabbed with a needle. At that time, she had just arrived in this world and didn¡¯t understand, thinking it was acupuncture. It hurt so much that she cried. Later on, she found out that was an injection, not acupuncture. This time, bringing Lu Hualiang to the hospital, the thing she most wanted to see was that. The face of Lu Hualiang turned magnificently dark, and a cold aura surged from his body, frightening the surrounding doctors into trembling. Although injections are common and normal for an illness, but for a big man¡­ And especially for Lu Hualiang, a towering figure at the peak of the world, to actually be getting an injection, and even in the buttocks at that, this this this¡­ Just imagining the scene made Lu Hualiang want to strangle Xia Weibao! And yet Xia Weibao was still clueless, eyes gleaming as she stared at him, thinking about injections, injections, injections. ¡°Xia Weibao, get out!¡± He gritted his teeth, and almost every word was squeezed out through clenched teeth! It was clear how angry he was at that moment. Lu Hualiang¡¯s gaze was coldly fixed on her, ¡°You should feel lucky, you are my wife.¡± If it had been anyone else, he would have definitely punched them to death! ¡°What¡¯s the big deal about an injection? If you¡¯re sick, you should get one, unless you¡¯re pretending to be ill.¡± Great! That sentence again! Lu Hualiang felt he had once again shot himself in the foot. Seeing his face grow darker and the air in the hospital room turn colder, the doctors and nurses could no longer stand it, shaking uncontrollably. Housekeeper Fu was constantly wiping sweat; oh, young mistress, you really are not afraid of death. Xia Weibao frowned; she really wanted to see it. But Lu Hualiang¡¯s facial expression was truly terrifying. She pursed her lips; when the Dog Emperor used that look on her, all she had to do was act a little spoiled, and he would agree to anything she wanted. She wondered if the same tactic would work on Lu Hualiang. After hesitating for a while, she still decided to give it a try. Just as she was about to lean into the arms of the Dog Emperor like she used to, she stopped mid-motion. This person was not her Dog Emperor. So she changed tactics and grabbed his hand, gently shaking it, and spoke in a delicate voice. ¡°Just agree with me, how can you get better without an injection? What if something happens to you, what would I do? If you don¡¯t want someone else to give you the injection, what if I do it for you, would that be okay~¡± Lu Hualiang had an aloof expression, ¡°Fine.¡± Chapter 133 - 133 The Empress Takes Off Director Lus Pants Chapter 133: Chapter 133 The Empress Takes Off Director Lu¡¯s Pants As soon as these words came out, Housekeeper Fu¡¯s chubby body trembled, and he almost dropped to his knees. Where is your integrity, sir? The young mistress only whispered a soft word, and you are willing to abandon your principles? Meanwhile, the doctors and nurses in the ward all lowered their heads in unison. They dared not breathe too loudly, trying their best to reduce their presence. Otherwise, once Hualiang came to his senses and saw this scene, they feared they might be torn apart limb from limb. Xia Weibao, having heard Hualiang¡¯s agreement, was overjoyed. ... She gave him a sweet smile, her eyes curving, as if a myriad of stars were shining brilliantly in their depths. Hualiang was momentarily captivated. All his hesitations were swept away. For her smile alone, anything was worth doing. Getting an injection, such an affront to a man¡¯s dignity, naturally couldn¡¯t be done in front of others. After everyone had cleared out, Hualiang leaned back on the headboard, leisurely gazing at Xia Weibao. Xia Weibao was happily fiddling with the syringe left by the nurse, holding it in her hand and looking it over and over. This needle is really well-made, much nicer than her silver needle. Seeing her eyes brimming with excitement, Hualiang¡¯s eyes were almost drowning in indulgence. ¡°Come here,¡± he beckoned to her. Xia Weibao turned back with a smile, enchanting all creation. In that instant, it was as if the entire world blossomed into full bloom. Hualiang felt somewhat dazed; this woman was damnably seductive! ¡°What is it?¡± Xia Weibao approached the bed and asked with a smile. ¡°Help me take off my clothes.¡± S§×ar?h the nov§×lF~ire.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. ¡°What?¡± Her Majesty the Empress was stunned. Take off¡­ take off clothes? ¡°You said you wanted to give me the injection yourself, didn¡¯t you? How can you do that without taking off the clothes?¡± Xia Weibao blinked slowly, as if trying to recall whether taking off clothes was really necessary for injections, and then she realized¡­ Oh no! It really was necessary! Her face turned beet red in an instant. ¡°I¡­ I¡­¡± How could she bring herself to help a man undress! ¡°Forget it then, I¡¯ll be discharged,¡± said Hualiang coldly. ¡°Don¡¯t!¡± Xia Weibao was somewhat anxious; she had yet to compare the difference between Eastern and Western medicine. ¡°I¡­ I¡¯ll do it,¡± she said. Hualiang wasn¡¯t wearing a hospital gown, so he was still dressed in trousers and a shirt. Swallowing hard, her hands trembled as they reached towards his belt. Hualiang¡¯s breath caught, and his gaze deepened. Did she really know what it meant for a woman to unfasten a man¡¯s belt! Yet, he didn¡¯t move, but quietly watched her nervous profile, his eyes deep as ink. Gulp gulp. Xia Weibao swallowed hard, her hands slightly shaking. Ni ma, this was even more nerve-wracking than the first time she unfastened the Dog Emperor¡¯s belt. As her fingertips touched his belt buckle, they retracted as if pricked by a needle. Her face was so red it could drip blood, her eyes flustered and darting around like a frightened deer. Thump thump, whose heartbeat was it, echoing so clearly in the ward? The two of them were so close that the temperature of the air between them seemed to rise significantly. It was as if some emotion was flowing through the air. ¡°Director Lu, why don¡¯t you¡­ you yourself take off¡­¡± Hualiang¡¯s face soured, ¡°I am a patient.¡± Xia Weibao¡¯s face turned even redder, ¡°But there should be a distinction between men and women¡­¡± That phrase made Hualiang¡¯s face darken instantly, wiping away all the flirtatious thoughts he had just now. A distinction between men and women? They were husband and wife, and she was telling him there should be a distinction between men and women? ¡°Forget it then, I¡¯ll be discharged!¡± ¡°Don¡¯t!¡± Seeing him about to get up, Xia Weibao, in a panic, suddenly grabbed his belt and yanked it so hard that it snapped. Because she used too much force, there was a ripping sound, and his trousers tore in half¡­ Chapter 134 - 134 The Empress Tears Director Lus Pants Chapter 134: Chapter 134 The Empress Tears Director Lu¡¯s Pants Holding the two torn halves of her pants in hand, Xia Weibao stared blankly at them, looking left and right. Her brain completely froze. Who am I? Where am I? What have I done? Meanwhile, Lu Hualiang¡¯s face darkened magnificently. His teeth clenched with a grinding noise. Xia Weibao, you¡¯re really something, tearing apart a genuine leather belt handmade by a top Italian master craftsman! ... Could your destructive power be any stronger? Thinking of her past ¡°glorious deeds,¡± Lu Hualiang suddenly found himself unable to swear at her. She could smash a car; what was a belt to her? Yet, she truly knew no bounds! It was bad enough that the belt was torn, but she also ripped his pants¡ªhow was he supposed to go back now? Just as he was about to explode, he noticed her dumbfounded expression. Lu Hualiang suddenly felt that with such a silly wife, he couldn¡¯t get angry. Xia Weibao¡¯s eyes widened as she turned her head and attempted to leave. In her panic, she didn¡¯t notice something tripping her and with a thud, she fell right into Lu Hualiang¡¯s arms, her head hitting his chest heavily. Her Majesty the Empress instantly snapped back to reality, her body stiffening as if she had stepped on a landmine! Damn! My lifetime of wisdom, ahhhh! In an instant, blood rushed to her head then flowed back down her body, turning every part of her from the strands of her hair to her toenails red. Xia Weibao wished she could die of embarrassment. What was she doing, doing, doing!!! Even walking could end with her throwing herself into someone¡¯s arms! Lu Hualiang¡¯s body stiffened slightly as he wrapped his arms around her waist, ¡°Falling into my arms, huh?¡± Xia Weibao, ¡°¡­¡± This is awkward. She flung the blanket over, hitting him right in the face. ¡°You¡­ you lecher!¡± Her Majesty the Empress flushed with embarrassment¡ªshe had actually been flirted with! Lu Hualiang¡¯s expression darkened, ¡°Who exactly is being a lecher here!¡± The grit of his teeth revealed his own discomfort. Who was supposed to give him an injection, who tore his pants, who kept staring at him, and who threw herself into his arms? His belt had been torn, his pants had been ripped, and now she was falling into his arms at this kind of time¡ªdid she think he was a saint without feelings? To think she¡¯d accuse him first! Xia Weibao¡¯s face turned even redder, ¡°I, I, I¡­¡± S§×arch* The N?vel(F)ire.¦Çet website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. She had just been tripped by something, maybe even by him on purpose. Hugging in this situation was really damn awkward. Her Majesty the Empress would absolutely not admit she was wrong. It was too humiliating. Lu Hualiang¡¯s face, oh, it had turned impossibly dark. ¡°So now it¡¯s my fault?¡± Xia Weibao¡¯s lips moved slightly, looking at him somewhat dazed. Lu Hualiang¡¯s heart softened, ¡°Fine, it¡¯s my fault!¡± Somehow, Xia Weibao¡¯s eyes suddenly reddened. But she couldn¡¯t say a word, her throat felt dry. Fine, it¡¯s my fault¡­ These words, Dog Emperor used to say them all the time. Whenever she caused trouble and he wanted to reprimand her, just seeing her look aggrieved would make him admit fault. She turned around in a fluster, ¡°I don¡¯t want to talk to you, just lie down properly, I¡¯m going to give the injection.¡± The sound of clothes rustling came from behind her, and her face went redder. After waiting a while and sensing that Lu Hualiang should have settled down, she turned around. Yet, she saw him rolling up his sleeve and sitting propped against the bedhead. ¡°What are you doing.¡± Lu Hualiang shifted his arm, ¡°Getting the injection.¡± If she had to inject his bottom, would he have any dignity left? Xia Weibao was somewhat displeased, but she had just gone through a major embarrassment. So she didn¡¯t say much, instead taking out her phone and opening Baidu. ¡°What are you doing?¡± Lu Hualiang sounded displeased, playing with her phone at this time? ¡°I¡¯m checking on Baidu how to give an injection.¡± Chapter 135 - 135: Doting on My Wife with My Life Chapter 135: Chapter 135: Doting on My Wife with My Life How to give an injection on Baidu? Lu Hualiang couldn¡¯t believe it, ¡°You don¡¯t know how to give an injection?¡± ¡°No,¡± Xia Weibao replied without looking up, very matter-of-factly. ¡°Aren¡¯t you skilled in medicine?¡± ¡°Traditional Chinese medicine doesn¡¯t involve injections, only acupuncture.¡± She knew only traditional Chinese medicine, not Western medicine. ... She paused while typing in the search terms and looked up, somewhat excited. ¡°Why don¡¯t I use acupuncture to give you the injection?¡± The difference between acupuncture and injection is significant; injections are given by directly piercing the skin, while acupuncture involves inserting the needle slightly, then gently twisting and worming it deeper. Imagining Xia Weibao jabbing a syringe into his body, Lu Hualiang¡¯s face turned serious. ¡°You better stick with Baidu.¡± Safety is paramount; he was not in a hurry. Xia Weibao mumbled to herself and continued to search on Baidu. ¡°Found it!¡± Her Majesty the Empress, having found the method for giving injections, was clearly thrilled. She sat down on the bed with the tools left by the nurse, all set up. Her eyes shone brightly as she looked at Lu Hualiang¡¯s arm, as if it were a lab rat. This expression made Lu Hualiang¡¯s eyes twitch; he suddenly felt like saying he didn¡¯t want the injection anymore¡­ ¡°This is my first time giving an injection; please be patient if it¡¯s not perfect.¡± First time? That should leave a very deep impression. The words of refusal that Lu Hualiang wanted to say took a turn and were withdrawn. Oh well, since it made her happy, he might as well let her give it a try. However¡­ A moment later, a roar came from the hospital room. ¡°Xia Weibao, get out!!!¡± Housekeeper Fu and the doctors waiting outside, upon hearing his roar, all shuddered. Their complexions turned chalk white, as if there was a raging beast inside, ready to burst out at any moment. Indeed, to them, Lu Hualiang was a truly terrifying entity. Housekeeper Fu wiped the sweat from his forehead, thinking, Madam, what have you done to anger the master this time? In the room, Xia Weibao watched the man on the bed with a mix of trepidation and extreme apology. In her hand, she held a syringe without a needle, looking somewhat at a loss. And Lu Hualiang¡¯s arm was dotted with bloody needle marks. But that wasn¡¯t the main point, the point was there was a very sharp needle still stuck in his arm. Lu Hualiang¡¯s face was pale, covered in cold sweat, and upon closer inspection, his lower lip bore a row of teeth marks from being bitten. Seeing his agony, Xia Weibao became even more panicked, ¡°Shall I help you pull it out?¡± ¡°Stop right there!¡± Lu Hualiang shouted sternly, ¡°Don¡¯t move, step back.¡± He was truly frightened of this woman! He had thought that letting her give him an injection, if it made her happy, wouldn¡¯t be a big deal, since the pain was negligible to him, like a tickle. But what happened? She gave injection after injection and still didn¡¯t hit the right spot! A few dozen attempts could have been forgiven; after all, it was her first time, and she had no experience. But in her haste and confusion, she ended up hitting his pain point! Lu Hualiang was furious. Even hitting the pain point might have been okay since women were to be doted upon. Mistaking the spot could have been forgiven if she could simply pull it out correctly. But damn it, she pulled out the syringe and broke the needle tip! That too would have been okay. S§×ar?h the novel(F~)ire.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. But when she was about to pull out the needle tip, all he said was don¡¯t be nervous, and she, frightened, twitched her hand, pushing that needle in deeper. He felt like coughing up blood! Xia Weibao kept wiping sweat and felt a little wronged, ¡°Don¡¯t be angry at me.¡± If it weren¡¯t for his continuous cold vibes, she wouldn¡¯t have panicked. Lu Hualiang, ¡°¡­¡± Fine, what more could he say? Seeing her aggrieved expression, he couldn¡¯t vent the anger in his heart, ¡°It¡¯s not your fault, my skin is just too thick.¡± Chapter 137 - 137: Staying with My Wife with My Life Chapter 137: Chapter 137: Staying with My Wife with My Life Lu Hualiang¡¯s eyes held a hidden ferocity. ¡°If you want to move out, then move. Nobody¡¯s keeping you here!¡± he said coldly, glancing at Xia Weibao. He seemed so eager to sever ties, as though he was the one longing to be involved with her. Ignoring Xia Weibao, Lu Hualiang stood up and walked into the bathroom. He turned on the faucet directly, letting cold water cascade down upon him. Thinking that he would get better? No chance! ... In the room, Xia Weibao wore a look of confusion. All she¡¯d said was that she wanted to move to the guest room, not that anyone was keeping her¡ªwhy did he suddenly turn so hostile? She couldn¡¯t figure this man out. Her Majesty the Empress was not one to look for trouble. She placed Lu Hualiang¡¯s medicine on the bedside table and then dove under the covers to sleep. The next day, Xia Weibao was awakened by the doorbell to find a familiar face before her eyes. ¡°His Majesty¡­¡± she murmured, somewhat dazed. Was it her emperor? Lu Hualiang slowly opened his eyes, and a powerful oppressive aura enveloped the room instantly. ¡°Who are you calling?¡± he asked. His cold voice made Xia Weibao snap back to reality; this man was Lu Hualiang, not her Dog Emperor. ¡°Nothing,¡± she replied, her tone turning cold as she then got up to freshen up. Behind her, Lu Hualiang¡¯s expression grew darker. Who had she just been calling? That sorrowful look, the lingering tone of her voice, clearly pining for someone. When Xia Weibao came out of the bathroom, she noticed that Lu Hualiang was glaring at her with displeasure. She was puzzled. ¡°What are you looking at me for?¡± ¡°Who were you just calling?¡± he repeated. ¡°I wasn¡¯t calling anyone. I was talking in my sleep,¡± Xia Weibao said casually, walking to the bedside and reaching out to touch his forehead. ¡°Why do you have a fever again?¡± It seemed to have improved a lot last night, so why had it worsened by the morning? ¡°Director Lu, maybe you shouldn¡¯t go to work today. Stay home and rest,¡± she suggested. Lu Hualiang was about to say that he wasn¡¯t that idle; there were a lot of things waiting for him at the company. But before he could speak, Xia Weibao started talking. ¡°I¡¯ll prepare some medicine first, and I¡¯ll come back early this evening to check on you.¡± Hearing that she would return early that evening, Lu Hualiang immediately picked up his phone, ¡°Assistant Yang, I won¡¯t be coming to the office today. Handle whatever comes up.¡± Xia Weibao gave him a faint smile, ¡°That¡¯s a good boy.¡± Sear?h the ¦ÇovelFire.¦Çet website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. On the other end of the phone, Yang Li stared at the hanged-up call, completely clueless about what had just transpired. There were three important meetings scheduled for that morning, and just yesterday, his boss had explicitly instructed him to prepare the content. Why had he suddenly decided not to come? What about the meetings! After Xia Weibao went to the set, Lu Hualiang started a video conference at home and the butler brought him the medicine. Looking at the dark concoction, he expressed clear disdain for it. But considering that Xia Weibao had personally prescribed it, he took a small sip. Then he poured the rest away. Medicine shouldn¡¯t be taken indiscriminately. What if he got better? In the afternoon, Lu Hualiang went to work out for another two hours, followed by dousing himself with a bucket of ice water. As a result, when Xia Weibao returned in the evening, his high fever had not only not abated, it had flared up again. After several days of this, Xia Weibao began to doubt her own medical skills. After all, how could she not cure a simple fever! Meanwhile, Boss Lu lay in bed in the master bedroom without a care, glancing at the spot next to him and feeling very satisfied. Lu Huashan only learned about her brother¡¯s illness several days later. She called almost gleefully to gloat. With a tone laced with mockery, she said, ¡°Brother, I heard you¡¯re sick? Been sick for several days? You deserve it, for marrying a vixen!¡± Chapter 138 - 138 An interesting family of three Chapter 138: Chapter 138 An interesting family of three ¡°If only he had married his idol, one dose of medicine would¡¯ve been enough to ward off any illness!¡± Lu Hualiang¡¯s expression turned displeased. ¡°How can you speak like that? She¡¯s your sister-in-law, not a vixen.¡± Lu Huashan¡¯s face was full of scorn, ¡°She is a vixen, otherwise how could she have bewitched you so completely.¡± Aside from her idol, anyone who married her brother was a vixen! ¡°Shanshan!¡± Lu Hualiang¡¯s tone grew stern. ... Hearing others speak of Xia Weibao made him very unhappy. Lu Huashan immediately sounded aggrieved, ¡°You¡¯re yelling at me, you never used to yell at me, but now you¡¯re yelling at me for a vixen! Brother, do you want me or that vixen!¡± Lu Hualiang had a headache, ¡°She¡¯s your sister-in-law.¡± ¡°I only acknowledge my idol as a sister-in-law!¡± The world seemed so dark; Xia Weibao was so good, why couldn¡¯t her brother see that? Moreover, Xia Weibao was already married, forever out of reach to be part of her family. It made her want to undergo gender reassignment surgery just to marry her, but even that was impossible. Living was so painful. Lu Huashan said wistfully, ¡°With that Yulin head of yours, my idol probably wouldn¡¯t glance at you. She¡¯s already married to a very romantic and amazing man, they¡¯re probably incredibly happy. Missing out on her is definitely your loss!¡± Lu Hualiang, ¡°¡­¡± He grew a bit curious about who her idol was, still yearning for someone even after they were married, ¡°Who is your idol?¡± ¡°Hmph! I won¡¯t tell you! My idol is beautiful, capable, skilled in medicine, and super great at gaming. You don¡¯t even deserve to know her name!¡± In fan girl Shanshan¡¯s eyes, Xia Weibao was the best of all, even if she was the absolute worst in gaming history, she was still the most awesome! Lu Hualiang, ¡°¡­¡± Is this really his sister? But then again¡­ Beautiful, capable, and skilled in medicine, why does that sound so much like Xia Weibao? It couldn¡¯t be; although Xia Weibao liked playing games very much, she was a gaming black hole. Any game she touched was bound to crash! Others improve with play; she got worse. ¡°When are you coming home?¡± It was time they met face to face. Palm or back, both were his flesh; these two women who were like fire and water made it hard for him to be in the middle. Lu Huashan snorted coldly, ¡°I¡¯ve just suffered a heartbreak, I¡¯m not going home, seeing that vixen just upsets me.¡± ¡°Is Li Yi even worth your heartache? I¡¯ll make him disappear from the entertainment circle. Can you come home then?¡± ¡°Cut it out, who¡¯s heartbroken over that loser? It¡¯s my idol who¡¯s married, I¡¯ve had my heartbreak, and I don¡¯t want to go home.¡± Going home to see that vixen who stole her brother would probably make her feel even worse. Lu Hualiang, ¡°¡­¡± ¡°Brother, leave Li Yi alone; I¡¯ll deal with him slowly myself.¡± After saying that, Lu Huashan went on to lament to her older brother about missing out on such a perfect woman and marrying such a terrible one, then she hung up the phone. Time to lose weight. She aimed to succeed at losing weight soon, to slap Li Yi, that loser, right in the face! Lu Hualiang had just put his phone down when Xia Weibao came out of her bath. sea??h th§× nov§×lF~ire.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Looking at her in her tightly wrapped dowdy pajamas, then thinking about Lu Huashan¡¯s attitude just now, What a headache. Those two women, why couldn¡¯t they just get along? When Xia Weibao went downstairs to pour some juice, she received a call from Lu Huashan. The voice on the phone was full of indignation, ¡°Baby, I¡¯m so angry I could explode, my family really is cursed.¡± ¡°What¡¯s wrong with your family?¡± Xia Weibao was puzzled. ¡°It¡¯s that vixen, the one I told you about before. She¡¯s so vile, she made my brother sick, and he was down for days.¡± Chapter 139 - 139: The Consort Offers a Kiss, Director Lu Receives a Benefit Chapter 139: Chapter 139: The Consort Offers a Kiss, Director Lu Receives a Benefit ¡°How did she make your brother sick?¡± Xia Weibao was somewhat curious. A woman making a man sick, she could only think of one possibility, and that was excessive demands, forcing herself on him. No way, was that vixen so fierce! Looking at Lu Huashan¡¯s size, her brother couldn¡¯t be that unfit, probably not much different. He must be at least 200 pounds. ... A woman who can render a 200-pound big fat man defenseless, tsk tsk, that is some serious ferocity. ¡°Achoo!¡± Xia Weibao rubbed her nose, who, who¡¯s cursing her! With great bitterness in her heart, Lu Huashan said, ¡°Who knows what kind of dirty tricks she used to seduce my brother, an ugly freak. Alas, why is my fate so miserable, to end up with such a sister-in-law. Baby, if only you were my sister-in-law, how nice that would be, why did you have to get married, sigh.¡± In her eyes, Xia Weibao was the most beautiful, and all others were ugly freaks, especially those who stole her brother, the ugliest of them all! Feeling a bit guilty when marriage was mentioned, Xia Weibao felt sheepish. She didn¡¯t want outsiders to know about her marriage to Lu Hualiang. ¡°Baby, I really didn¡¯t expect you to get married so quickly, and moreover to an ordinary person. You¡¯re so beautiful and capable, how could your standards be so low?¡± Director Lu upstairs suddenly sneezed violently, feeling as though someone was cursing him? It shouldn¡¯t be, who would dare to curse him so boldly. It must be someone missing him, could it be Xia Weibao? sea??h th§× N?velFire.n§×t website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Cough cough, Director Lu you¡¯re overthinking it. Her Majesty the Empress is indeed thinking of someone, but it¡¯s not you. Xia Weibao remained silent, as if a persistent sorrow enveloped her. Why did she get married¡­ ¡°Maybe it was a moment of madness.¡± After speaking, she hung up the phone. Then staring blankly at the juice, she suddenly lost her appetite. Filled with a sense of desolation, she returned to her room, got into bed without a word, and fell asleep. Lu Hualiang, still dealing with official duties, frowned, ¡°What¡¯s wrong?¡± ¡°Nothing.¡± Xia Weibao spoke and then burrowed her head into the covers. In the darkness, no one could see her emotion, nor the tears at the corners of her eyes. That night, Her Majesty the Empress had a dream. She dreamt about the time Emperor Xia Liang proposed to her, standing in front of her with poise, reaching out his hand toward her, ¡°Baby, come with me, I promise you a lifetime of splendor.¡± She looked up, saw his handsome, proud face, nodded and said, ¡°Okay.¡± Then he took her into the palace, where as empress, she lived in the depths of the palace, cherished exclusively by The Six Palaces. He kept his promise, granting her a reign of rich lands and a lifetime of splendor, lavishing her with unmatched doting and indulgence. But it also broke her wings, confining her within painted lines, turning deep affection into a grave. Lying close side by side, they entangled necks, lost in passionate intimacy. Thinking of the sweetness of the past, a tear quietly slipped down. ¡°Your Majesty, I miss you so much¡­¡± The voice was like a lamentation, like a soul calling out. This sad emotion caused Lu Hualiang to furrow his brow. Whom was she dreaming about? Why did his heart also start to ache? ¡°Xia Weibao.¡± He called out, but Xia Weibao, immersed in her sorrowful world, didn¡¯t respond. So he reached out, gently shaking her arm, ¡°Xia Weibao.¡± Xia Weibao opened her eyes a sliver, and in her hazy vision, she saw a familiar face. Suddenly, she stretched out her arms, resting them on Lu Hualiang¡¯s shoulders, her soft and slender body moving into his embrace. ¡°I miss you so much¡­¡± Her clingy voice made Lu Hualiang¡¯s body and soul tremble. What surprised him even more was that Xia Weibao didn¡¯t just throw herself into his arms, but her soft lips suddenly pressed against his. Chapter 140 - 140 Can You Be Gentler... Chapter 140: Chapter 140 Can You Be Gentler¡­ A soft touch, carrying the scent that belonged solely to her. Lu Hualiang¡¯s body tensed, his eyes opening slightly. His mind blanked for a moment, then all his self-control collapsed. In a moment of impulse, he embraced her, turning over to press her beneath him. One hand clasped her head, turning passivity into action, he kissed her lips. This was something he had long wanted to do. ... Ever since he realized his feelings for her, he wanted to kiss those lips that haunted his days and nights. Now, he had only one thought: she was his wife, she was his woman, his, and hers alone! He wanted to possess her completely! ¡°Mmm¡­¡± Xia Weibao, still half-asleep, murmured but did not resist. The familiar domineering scent enveloped her, and in the darkness, his silhouette was etched into her marrow. Even his kiss felt so familiar. Familiar enough to make her heart race, familiar enough to make her want to cry. Was this her Dog Emperor, had he come for her? A feeling so familiar it had melded into her marrow in her previous life. Branded in her bones. Even if she denied it, during nights like this, the deepest feelings in her heart couldn¡¯t lie to her. Her hands clasped around his neck, responding passively. Lu Hualiang couldn¡¯t control himself; she was poison, just a touch was addictive, and he wanted more, much more. ¡°Mm~¡± Having been without intimacy with the Dog Emperor for too long, Her Majesty the Empress felt uncomfortable and tapped his shoulder dissatisfied, ¡°Can you be a bit gentler¡­¡± Lu Hualiang lifted his head with a smirk, and by the moonlight, saw her face flush red. He kissed the corner of her lips, his smile full of indulgence, ¡°Alright, I¡¯ll be gentler.¡± ¡°You say that every time, but you¡¯re always so rough¡­¡± The complaining tone made Lu Hualiang¡¯s body stiffen. He stared at her in shock as a storm of violent emotions gathered in his eyes, the fury in them becoming heavier. ¡°What did you say!¡± You say that every time, but every time you¡¯re so rough? He had never touched her, so clearly, she wasn¡¯t talking about him! Thinking about her unusual behavior, always sinking into sorrowful contemplation for no reason, Lu Hualiang¡¯s fierceness became almost uncontrollable. She had been with other men! The thought of her writhing beneath another man, the thought of her blooming for someone else, the thought of such a wonderful moment being harvested by another, filled him with a murderous desire! The rage within him was like that of a wild beast, and his angry words carried a killing intent, startling Xia Weibao back into full consciousness. Only then did she realize she was in Lu Hualiang¡¯s arms. In the dimly lit room, she could clearly see what was happening, her eyes opening wide in shock! She was no ignorant girl, on the contrary, after so many years of serving in the bedchamber, such matters were second nature to her. The situation now was clearly¡­ ¡°What are you doing!¡± Xia Weibao exclaimed in shock, pushed Lu Hualiang away, and then pulled over the blanket to cover herself. Her face turned pale, her eyes darting like a frightened deer, her hands fumbling to straighten her clothes. Heavens! What had she done! What had she just done! sea??h th§× n??el Fire.n§×t website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. She was a married woman, how could she do such a thing with another man, even if he looked identical to her husband! Lu Hualiang¡¯s eyes were bloodshot, his forehead¡¯s veins bulging, clearly on the verge of rage. The thought of his wife being with another man¡­ He wanted to kill! ¡°What am I doing? I should be the one asking you that! Xia Weibao, who is that man!¡± Chapter 141 - 141 Forget Him, Lets Live Well Chapter 141: Chapter 141 Forget Him, Let¡¯s Live Well ¡°What kind of man.¡± Xia Weibao felt somewhat guilty, lowering her head, unable to meet Lu Hualiang¡¯s eyes directly. Afraid that her biggest secret would be discovered. ¡°Who did you just mistake me for?¡± Lu Hualiang bit down hard, his gaze firmly locked onto her face. The man she was thinking of in her heart, who exactly was he? ... He suddenly felt a sense of irony; this was his wife, but on his very bed, thinking of another man! ¡°What¡¯s it to you?¡± Xia Weibao spoke evasively, afraid that Lu Hualiang would press further. After all, as someone who had time-traveled here, she had too many anomalies that couldn¡¯t withstand scrutiny. So she hurriedly changed the subject. ¡°Didn¡¯t you read the news? I rose to fame by sleeping my way up; it¡¯s not strange that I¡¯ve had a few men. And we¡¯re not even a real married couple, Director Lu, what do you care about? Source: Webnovel.com, updated on ?¦Ï¦Í?0.§ã0 If you think I¡¯m dirty, I can move out, or we can even get a divorce right now.¡± ¡°Xia Weibao!¡± Lu Hualiang¡¯s face was filled with rage and a deep disappointment. Was she really protecting that man so much, willing to sully her own name for him? Sure, she had many scandals, but he never believed they were true from the beginning to the end. If she really rose to fame through under-the-table means, why would she be so eager to clear things up with him? Looking across the entirety of Huaxia, who could compare to him as a sugar daddy? In the darkness, her face flickered between light and shadow, but it couldn¡¯t hide the regret in her eyes. Lu Hualiang felt somewhat self-deprecating; he had indeed married a good wife. Keeping herself pure for another man. If they had really made love just now, would she rather die than live with it? The more he thought, the darker his complexion became. He really wanted to storm out, move to the guest room, and sleep there! Since she didn¡¯t care for him, why should he demean himself by staying? But remembering how he felt when he had no home to return to recently, he forced himself to hold back. His gaze heavy, he took a deep breath, suppressing the anger in his heart. ¡°I can overlook your past, but from now on, you must forget that man, and we must get along properly.¡± This was the biggest compromise he could make. Not wanting to push her away, he chose to forgive. Everyone has a past. Those were all things before their marriage. As a mature man, he shouldn¡¯t hold her past against her. But now that she was his wife, there absolutely could be no other man in her heart, absolutely! Xia Weibao¡¯s gaze was slightly panicky, to forget Emperor Xia Liang? Suddenly, her heart felt empty, filled with panic. Her hand abruptly covered her chest, where a sudden sharp pain arose, making it even difficult to breathe. Seeing her reaction, Lu Hualiang felt a fire raging inside. ¡°Xia Weibao, don¡¯t forget who you are, you¡¯re my woman, the Young Madam of the Lu Family!¡± He turned and stormed out furiously. In a short while, the sound of a car engine starting came from downstairs. Looking at the empty room, Xia Weibao clutched at her collar, suddenly feeling very cold. This foreign world was truly desolate. Your Majesty, your concubine is being bullied¡­ S~ea??h the N?vel?ire.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. You said we would be together life after life, so why have you left me alone now? Upon leaving Lu Garden, Lu Hualiang first went to the mall to buy a set of clothes, then directly returned to his company. The next day when Yang Li came to work, what she saw was a veritable Asura in the office, turning the entire company into Hell. Yang Li wanted to cry. Young Madam, what did you do to provoke the master again? Apart from Xia Weibao, no one else could anger their boss who typically maintained a composed exterior. ¡°Yang Li, immediately look into all the men who have had dealings with Xia Weibao!¡± Chapter 142 - 142 Another Scandal Chapter 142: Chapter 142 Another Scandal Yang Li¡¯s head whipped up, Out¡­ having an affair? This was serious. No man could tolerate his woman being unfaithful! Unless he had no feelings for her. So Yang Li hurriedly dug into Xia Weibao¡¯s past until everything was out in the open. He even unearthed the little boy who had asked her for directions on the street. sea??h th§× N?velFire(.)net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. ... However, there was nothing. Despite being alone in the entertainment industry, Xia Weibao conducted herself appropriately, maintaining gentlemanly relations with male celebrities and directors alike. And her scandals were all fabrications. Upon closer inspection, Yang Li uncovered another problem. One that left him terrified. Lu Hualiang looked at the information in his hand, his eyes slightly narrowed, ¡°Don¡¯t know who set her up?¡± ¡°Yes, it was three years ago. I can¡¯t find out who framed the young madam. Moreover, they did it seamlessly, leaving no evidence behind.¡± He had never thoroughly investigated the smear against Xia Weibao before, but now as he checked the men she had interacted with, he revisited something that happened three years ago. And he couldn¡¯t find a single flaw. It was as if all those scandals were true. Yang Li looked grave; had he not believed in Xia Weibao¡¯s character, he might have been convinced as well. Lu Hualiang leaned back in his chair, his hands clasped on the armrests and thumbs lightly twirling around each other. He stared ahead, lost in thought. Even Yang Li couldn¡¯t figure out whom Xia Weibao had offended that year. Could it be related to the man in her heart? ¡°Don¡¯t bother investigating anymore,¡± Lu Hualiang¡¯s gaze was cold. She¡¯s so capable, isn¡¯t she? She¡¯s omnipotent, right? Then let her solve it on her own. His mood was irritable, and Xia Weibao occupied his every thought. Her passion beneath him, her regretful face, her engulfing sadness, it was all about her. Heartless and faithless, he didn¡¯t care if she died! ¡°Have Yang Jian come back, there have been problems with the collaboration with Qian¡¯s Engineering recently, have him look into it.¡± Yang Li lifted his head, looking at Lu Hualiang with an expression that said I understand, I get it, I understand it all. Say what you will about not investigating, but you still have Xia Weibao on your mind. Three years ago, Xia Weibao was exposed for being a mistress, and her sugar daddy was none other than the Chairman of Qian¡¯s Engineering, Qian Guoan! This roundabout way of investigating the past events, saying no with his mouth but being sincere at heart, shared a certain ingenious commonality. Master, you¡¯re done for. You still protect her even as she cheats. Mourning in silence for three seconds over his master becoming a whipped husband, Yang Li then presented another piece of information. ¡°Master, I¡¯ve checked all the men around the young madam, and this one is the most suspect.¡± Yang Li handed over the information; if not this, then there really was no one else. Lu Hualiang¡¯s eyes narrowed slightly, Jiang Ming, a top-tier popular young star. Back when Xia Weibao had zero scandals, the only one she had been ambiguous with was this Jiang Ming! ¡°Someone like him wouldn¡¯t catch Xia Weibao¡¯s eye, go check on Fang Lilin.¡± Lu Hualiang tossed the information to the side. Xia Weibao had very high standards! Jiang Ming, a man who was likely looked down upon as inferior to a packet of spicy sticks in her eyes. What he was most worried about was the phone number from Fang Lilin last time. Yang Li was alarmed¡ªFang Lilin? The young madam has some skills! The eldest young master of the Fang Family, he could stand shoulder to shoulder with his master¡ªone of the leading figures in Huaxia military. She¡¯s got two of the three Huaxia¡¯s biggest giants in military, politics, and business, damn! Just as he was about to leave to investigate, his phone chimed with a particularly caring alert. Yang Li quickly took it out and looked; his expression turned drastic. ¡°Master, the young madam is entangled in a scandal with Jiang Ming.¡± Chapter 143 - 143: Stabbed in the Back Chapter 143: Chapter 143: Stabbed in the Back Indeed, there was gossip spreading again, but it was yet another scandal; Xia Weibao was insulted to the point where not a single good thing was said about her. Watching the spittle flying all over Weibo, Xia Weibao¡¯s face remained expressionless. This morning, when she arrived at the set, the props from the neighboring crew suddenly collapsed, and she reflexively steadied them. Then a male celebrity ran up to thank her. There was nothing wrong with that, but this male celebrity knew the original Xia Weibao, so they chatted for a bit. Just in that brief moment, they were caught by reporters and the pictures were uploaded to Weibo. ... A perfectly ordinary incident, except, this Jiang Ming had a somewhat complicated relationship with the former Xia Weibao and now he has a beloved girlfriend, Lin Siqian, the budding Diva of the music scene. Now, things were getting interesting. Jiang Ming was quite good-looking back in the day, but he had no status or background, not even enough to make his debut. Having trained at the Shaolin Temple for a few years, he ended up being a stunt double. He met Xia Weibao exactly because he was her stunt double. The diligent and eager-to-learn Xia Weibao saw that Jiang Ming had a martial arts foundation and often sought his advice on martial arts moves. One thing led to another and they grew familiar with each other. Seeing Xia Weibao¡¯s popularity, Jiang Ming started rumors that she admired his martial arts talents and took the opportunity to create a couple persona with her. He would often make ambiguous moves that led people to suspect. At that time, Xia Weibao was naive and didn¡¯t think much of it. By the time rumors started swirling, her explanations were no longer believed. Especially when she tried to clarify, Jiang Ming would post seemingly exonerative but in fact equivocating statements on Weibo. During that period, Xia Weibao was very annoyed; too many explanations seemed to confirm the suspicions. So she stopped bothering with it, since without solid proof, such matters wouldn¡¯t cause a big stir. The couple hype indeed didn¡¯t cause a stir and soon died down, not even amounting to a scandal. But Jiang Ming, riding on her coattails, became known by countless people and gained significant attention. Leveraging his martial arts skills and impressive appearance, he quickly signed with an agency and made his debut. And through Xia Weibao, he met Lin Siqian, Xia Weibao¡¯s good friend in the industry at that time. Lin Siqian, who was a newly debuted singer herself, joined forces with him for some promotional hype, and they quickly became hot topics! Later, when Xia Weibao was embroiled in scandal, both of them immediately distanced themselves from her. Not just that, Jiang Ming revealed that he and Lin Siqian had actually been together for a long time, and Xia Weibao, coveting her friend¡¯s boyfriend, tried to seduce him at every turn. But he firmly rejected her advances, unmoved, with only Lin Siqian in his heart. He even claimed that although Lin Siqian wasn¡¯t as famous as Xia Weibao, she was the best girl he had ever met, and so on. In essence, he climbed the ladder of success by stepping on Xia Weibao. S~ea??h the novel(F~)ire.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. At that time, Xia Weibao¡¯s reputation was tarnished, and any words degrading her were believed by the public. As a result, Jiang Ming and Lin Siqian soared to new heights with the help of those favorable winds. Nowadays, both of their careers were doing incredibly well. One was a top-tier, popular young actor, and the other a budding Diva of the music world. They were also recognized as the golden couple of the entertainment industry. Recalling the past, Xia Weibao sneered repeatedly. It seemed that her fall from grace had indeed benefited quite a few people. How many had risen to success by stepping on her, Lin Mier, Jiang Ming, Lin Siqian, and a whole queue waiting behind them. Xia Weibao¡¯s eyes held a ruthless determination; if Lin Mier was an ungrateful wretch, then Jiang Ming and Lin Siqian were backstabbers! She had been so close with Lin Siqian, who would have thought, for fame and fortune, the so-called best friend would tarnish her reputation and steal her man! Chapter 144 03-25 - 144: Mistress, Slinging Mud Chapter 144: Chapter 144: Mistress, Slinging Mud Given the precedent, the scene of her chatting with Jiang Ming today was already twisted by those brain-dead netizens into her trying to seduce Jiang Ming. It makes sense, considering Jiang Ming is currently a popular fresh face, a top-tier celebrity, while her reputation has hit rock-bottom, a washed-up former movie queen. The idea that she wanted to latch onto Jiang Ming to form a couple and boost her popularity was very persuasive. Her Weibo comments section was long since overrun with foul and abusive language. ¡ª¡ªBitch Xia has no shame, does your mother know how thick-skinned you are? ¡ª¡ªMistress! ¡ª¡ªTruly disgusting, you stole Siqian¡¯s boyfriend three years ago, and now you¡¯re still trying to steal others, how can there be someone as vile as you in this world? ¡ª¡ªSlut, get lost, don¡¯t interfere with Brother Ming and Siqian¡¯s relationship, you don¡¯t deserve it! ¡ª¡ªAs expected, a dog can¡¯t change its habit of eating shit, besides being a mistress what else can you do? ¡ª¡ªThe more contemptible a person is, the invincible they become. Wasn¡¯t it enough to be President Qian¡¯s mistress back then, how did it feel to be beaten on the street by his wife? If you dare try to seduce our Brother Ming again, we¡¯ll beat you every time we see you! ¡ª¡ªBig boobs, slim waist, long legs, fair skin and beautiful appearance, so juicy, spreads her legs upon seeing a man ¡­ S§×arch* The N?vel(F)ire.n§×t website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Seeing increasingly indecent words, Xia Weibao¡¯s expression darkened. Jiang Ming and Lin Siqian both are popular stars with numerous fans. Moreover, they are recognized in the entertainment circle as the golden boy and jade girl, constantly showing off their affection and accumulating a lot of ¡®CP¡¯ (couple) fans. It can be said that they are the most popular couple in the entertainment industry. Now with so many infidelity scandals in the entertainment circle, only this couple remains in love as before. So, Xia Weibao¡¯s attempt to get involved in their relationship immediately met with universal resistance. She had previously gained a small number of fans with her ¡°Allure¡± dance. But as soon as this incident came out, she was immediately reduced back to her original status. At this moment, Jiang Ming updated his Weibo. [Surrounded by admirers, none compare to you @Lin Siqian] And at the same time he posted on Weibo, Lin Siqian also responded with a Weibo post. [I know @Jiang Ming] As soon as their Weibo posts were released, they immediately set off an unprecedented wave online. ¡ª¡ªOh my! So sweet, my heart is melting! ¡ª¡ªI¡¯m raising high my Ming Qian flag, rejecting any mistresses! ¡ª¡ªIt¡¯s Brother Ming and goddess Siqian who make me believe that love still exists in this world ¡ª¡ªWhoever dares to ruin Brother Ming and the goddess, I will show no mercy ¡ª¡ªXia Bitch, roll away, mistresses are truly disgusting ¡ª¡ªBrother Ming¡¯s infatuation with Siqian isn¡¯t something just anyone can intrude upon ¡ª¡ªExactly, Siqian is beautiful, has a sweet voice, and long legs, she has already soared to second place on the entertainment circle¡¯s beauty list, beautiful, beautiful, beautiful ¡ª¡ªI¡¯m so envious, I also want a love as beautiful as theirs¡­ After a round of professions of love, Xia Weibao¡¯s Weibo once again became a battleground. She was cursed to a point where she was left without a shred of dignity. Everyone was accusing her of being a mistress, presumptuously disrupting Jiang Ming and Lin Siqian¡¯s relationship. Xia Weibao was initially somewhat displeased, but as she kept looking, she suddenly laughed. She raised her eyebrows in a somewhat mocking manner. Initially, she didn¡¯t understand why Jiang Ming would stir up this drama. Now, seeing both their Weibo followers skyrocket, she suddenly got it. Huh, another one looking to climb over her to the top. Why don¡¯t they learn, wasn¡¯t the price Lin Mier paid brutal enough? Climbing up by stepping over her, they¡¯re not afraid to be smashed to death! Inside Jiang Ming¡¯s apartment, as he saw his Weibo followers increase by nearly five hundred thousand in a day, his smile grew wider and wider. Next to him, Lin Siqian, dressed in pajamas, also smiled and raised an eyebrow, ¡°That was a really good move of yours.¡± Jiang Ming simply smiled without a word, unable to hide the triumph in his eyes. Who would have thought, three years later, Xia Weibao was still brainless! ¡°Brother Ming, if we keep slinging mud at Xia Weibao like this, could she possibly have any evidence?¡± Chapter 145 03-25 - 145: Director Lu, Cant You Go a Day Without Causing Trouble? Chapter 145: Chapter 145: Director Lu, Can¡¯t You Go a Day Without Causing Trouble? Jiang Ming scoffed with disdain, ¡°What evidence could she possibly have? Besides, we haven¡¯t done anything. It¡¯s all just wild speculation from the netizens.¡± This incident was indeed orchestrated by him. Although he was still a leading man, he couldn¡¯t withstand the passage of time. Twenty-seven was a very awkward age in the entertainment industry. S§×ar?h the N?vel(F)ire.¦Çet website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. He was past the age of being a fresh-faced youth, yet still labeled as one. Additionally, a bunch of extremely young and energetic newcomers had flooded into the entertainment circle, all gaining high popularity. While his own popularity was on the decline. Xia Weibao¡¯s appearance was just the opportunity he needed! The topic of mistresses was very sensitive in the entertainment circle, especially with Xia Weibao currently in disgrace. From the moment he saw Xia Weibao making a comeback, he had been planning all of this. Dramatic plots about mistresses interfering in relationships were the best at attracting attention! He could take advantage of this drama to establish his image as a devoted lover, thereby raising his profile! So, in the morning, he deliberately knocked over a prop and took the opportunity to strike up a conversation with Xia Weibao. The reporter had been arranged by him in advance. Given Xia Weibao¡¯s history, as long as he deliberately guided the narrative, fans would naturally think of her as the mistress. Then he would hire an army of internet trolls to smear her, and the situation would develop in the direction he desired. Seeing his own popularity now exceeding that of those freshly popular young actors, Jiang Ming was extremely satisfied. ¡°Sisi, I want to take advantage of this heat to hype it up even more, so that both of us can gain an even higher level of attention!¡± That day, Jiang Ming¡¯s management company released a piece of news, announcing that in two days, Jiang Ming would romantically propose to Lin Siqian. As soon as this news came out, it immediately topped the trending search list! At the same time, another topic also made its way to the trending list. #JiangMingProposesToLinSiqian# #XiaWeibao, Feeling Slapped Yet? Just Ask If You Feel Slapped# These two topics were equally matched in popularity. Just as rumors of Xia Weibao seducing Jiang Ming emerged, Jiang Ming publicly announced his proposal to Lin Siqian, which was clearly a slap in Xia Weibao¡¯s face! And Jiang Ming¡¯s devotion to Lin Siqian was also universally praised. Xia Weibao, having just finished a game, opened Weibo to find her territory had been bombarded once more. Suddenly, she revealed a mischievous smile. So you want to slap faces, stir things up, and play with public personas? Fine then, let¡¯s see if you¡¯ve got what it takes! Then, she continued playing her game. She had just been destroyed by Han Xin, and she was out for revenge. At the Lu Corporation¡¯s headquarters, Lu Hualiang stared at the increasingly unbearable comments online, his face as grim as still water. Yang Li continuously wiped sweat off his forehead and, upon closer inspection, one could see his legs slightly trembling. This master was too difficult to serve, making him think about quitting at any given moment! Fortunately, in two days, that fool Yang Jian would be back, and the burden would be shared. ¡°Master, I¡¯ll immediately investigate this matter. After finding out, do you want me to bring it to your house, or should we wait until work tomorrow?¡± Yang Li felt that he was a considerate and excellent assistant. Understanding the urgency of his master¡¯s desire to impress Lady Lu at home, he went to the trouble of delivering the materials there. However, his consideration was completely unnecessary. Lu Hualiang spoke without expression. ¡°No need, bring it to the office tonight.¡± Yang Li was taken aback, ¡°Master, you¡¯re working overtime tonight?¡± How rare. He wasn¡¯t in a hurry to go back and accompany his wife. Lu Hualiang raised an eyebrow, ¡°I¡¯m staying at the office tonight.¡± Chapter 146 03-25 - 146: Assistant Yang Is a Promising Individual Chapter 146: Chapter 146: Assistant Yang Is a Promising Individual Yang Li was extremely surprised. Living in the company? Could it be that he wanted a cold war, waiting for the young madam to beg him to go back? S§×arch* The nov§×lF~ire.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. WTF! If you go on like this, my lord, and the young madam runs off with someone else, just go and cry in a corner. It seems that a healed scar really does make one forget the pain. Have you already forgotten the tragic consequences of moving to the guest room last time? However, he was after all just a subordinate. No matter how self-destructive the boss was, he could only see through everything and say nothing. Otherwise, Africa would be his final destination. Thus, Yang Li silently lit a candle for Lu Hualiang and then went to investigate Jiang Ming. Lu Hualiang rubbed his brow, a hint of displeasure coloring his features. Having excellent physical health can sometimes also be a nuisance. It¡¯s only been a day without exercise and cold showers, and the fever has actually receded. Now he really can¡¯t go home. If Xia Weibao finds out his illness is gone, she will definitely move to the guest room without a second word. When the time comes to ask her to move back, it might be as hard as reaching the heavens! Looking around the cold office, he couldn¡¯t quite describe what he was feeling. He had no idea what that woman was up to. ¡°Achoo!¡± In Lu Garden, Xia Weibao suddenly sneezed, sending the spicy strip she had been chewing flying out of her mouth. Seeing the last spicy strip fall, Her Majesty the Empress felt a great aching in her heart. Glancing around to see no one, she really wanted to pick it up and continue eating. This brand of spicy strips was very tasty. But then she decided to forget it, not wanting to seem like a glutton. Swallowing her saliva, she continued to play ¡®Honor of Kings.¡¯ Yang Li was very efficient in his work and quickly dug up information on Jiang Ming. Surprisingly, there wasn¡¯t any dirt on this Jiang Ming. Although he had smeared Xia Weibao, he just exploited the anger of the fans and left no evidence behind. When he first debuted, he rode Xia Weibao¡¯s coattails for popularity, but he secured his position later on because he had studied martial arts at Shaolin Temple for a few years, giving him a solid martial arts foundation. That¡¯s why he was more popular than the average fresh-faced celebrity. And the man was extremely cunning. His slander against Xia Weibao was clearly calculated, and he made use of his martial arts skill in doing so. Xia Weibao admired his martial arts talent, so she tried to seduce him. This matched the public¡¯s psyche perfectly. A large portion of Jiang Ming¡¯s fans were drawn to him for his martial arts talent. After all, martial arts are just too cool for ordinary people! Lu Hualiang¡¯s expression darkened even more. Yang Li felt his life was truly miserable; it was his fault for not being able to find anything to pin on the cunning Jiang Ming. But of course, he had to suffer in silence. ¡°What I want to see isn¡¯t this,¡± said Lu Hualiang with an icy tone. The temperature in the office plummeted, causing Yang Li to shudder in fear. He quickly handed over another set of documents. ¡°This is Lin Siqian¡¯s information.¡± Jiang Ming didn¡¯t have any dirt, but Lin Siqian had plenty. And it even involved the incident from three years ago when Xia Weibao was slandered; maybe this could redeem his mistakes? Lu Hualiang glanced over them, and the chill around him subsided somewhat, but his demeanor remained terrifyingly cold. This information could only ruin those two, but it wouldn¡¯t clear Xia Weibao¡¯s name from the scandals. Having his wife labeled as someone else¡¯s mistress greatly annoyed Boss Lu! So, he made a phone call, ¡°I want Jiang Ming investigated.¡± Yang Li¡¯s eyes widened slightly; it was the first time he had seen his boss employ the family¡¯s behind-the-scenes power. At the same time, he felt a spark of excitement. He had bet on the right horse indeed! Xia Weibao¡¯s standing in his boss¡¯s heart was clearly extraordinary. Ha, he had chosen the right side! In the future, he would be seen as a great contributor! With that thought, Yang Li felt even more motivated; he must unwaveringly suck up to the young madam! Chapter 147 03-25 - 147 The Issues Between Sisters-in-law Are Very Serious! Chapter 147: Chapter 147 The Issues Between Sisters-in-law Are Very Serious! The next day, the matter of Xia Weibao having an affair as the mistress was exposed by Jiang Ming¡¯s self-directed performance. ¡°Master, do we want to send these materials to the media right now?¡± Yang Li sincerely offered his advice. He particularly emphasized the word ¡°now.¡± Last time, it was precisely because his master hesitated that in the end, all their efforts turned into nothing but waste paper. This time, they definitely must not make the same mistake again. Women like Xia Weibao don¡¯t need to rely on men at all. If you want to make your presence felt in front of her, you have to make the first move before she does. Lu Hualiang¡¯s face was expressionless, inscrutable. After a long while, he finally spoke in a cold voice, ¡°No need.¡± Yang Li lifted his head in disbelief. Master, why do you continue to court disaster! Have we not learned from the last lesson? ¡°You go find Xia Weibao and hint to her that I have evidence.¡± Yang Li paused, then realized what was meant. Jiang Ming was not like Lin Mier; this man was too cunning and left no trace in his dealings. Even his master had to spend so much effort to find this information; Xia Weibao, a woman, definitely couldn¡¯t discover it. So, she must be at her wits¡¯ end this time. If she knew that his master had the evidence, she would certainly come begging him for it! Yang Li inwardly praised, Master, you¡¯re finally playing it smart for once. Then he happily went to the filming location to look for Xia Weibao. Because of Jiang Ming¡¯s affair, Xia Weibao was once again labeled a mistress, and the internet was filled with voices condemning her. A group of angry fans surrounded the shooting location, continuously hurling verbal attacks at her. Moreover, they held eggs and rotten cabbage in their hands, waiting to pelt her as soon as she emerged. Some even wrote blood-red messages on the wall with paint. Sear?h the n??el Fire.n§×t website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. ¡°The mistress has no shame, the vixen won¡¯t die a good death!¡± ¡°Bitch Xia, a cheap person with a cheap life, get out of the entertainment industry!¡± Seeing those shocking red words and hearing the slurs from the people, Yang Li was stunned. He knew Xia Weibao had a bad reputation, but he only knew of her infamy from online insults. This was the first time he had witnessed her being attacked in reality. Suddenly, he felt sympathy for this woman. She had done nothing, yet she was drenched in slander. How had she endured all this violence? After feeling sympathetic, came admiration. He had always wondered why his master took an interest in Xia Weibao. Now, he finally knew the answer. Upon entering the shooting location, he saw Xia Weibao acting out a scene with Lu Huashan. This was the most important scene of the entire play because it wasn¡¯t just a climax but also a major turning point. It was about the Li Family being wiped out, all male members executed, and the women banished to become military prostitutes. Before the exile, the two sisters met for the last time in front of the Li Family gate, which was also their farewell. Li Qingguo was still living in her twisted, jealous world, hating Li Qingcheng to the core. Seeing her own father beheaded without any sadness, she instead blamed him for why he had to rebel and drag her down with him. Xia Weibao, who played Li Qingcheng, with handcuffs on both hands and feet, listened to Li Qingguo¡¯s selfish words and finally burst out with all the endurance she had accumulated over the years. She furiously stepped forward and slapped Li Qingguo¡¯s face. There was a loud smack. Both were very dedicated actors, and this scene was the soul of the entire play, serving to connect the previous to the following events. So for the sake of realism, it was a real slap! Yang Li shuddered as he watched. Master, you¡¯re done for. The sister-in-law situation is very serious! Source: Webn0vel.com, updated on Novg0.co Chapter 148 03-25 - 148: Sisters-in-law Fight Chapter 148: Chapter 148: Sisters-in-law Fight Even filming could lead to a fight, so it¡¯s impossible to imagine just how incompatible they must be in real life. And that was not all. After being slapped, Lu Huashan¡¯s eyes turned bloodshot with anger as she stared at Xia Weibao with resentment. Her voice rose sharply, ¡°Li Qingcheng, you dare to hit me!¡± With an angry roar, she raised her plump ¡°bear paw¡± to hit back. Unexpectedly, Xia Weibao grabbed her raised hand and with a smack, another slap landed. Lu Huashan¡¯s face swelled up. She was already fat, but now she looked even more dreadful. Yang Li averted her eyes, unable to bear the sight. It was too cruel. sea??h th§× N?vel(F)ire.n§×t website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Madam, do you even realize that the person you¡¯re beating is your own sister-in-law? While feeling sympathetic, I heard Lu Huashan¡¯s voice break with a cry of collapse. ¡°Li Qingcheng, I¡¯m going to kill you!¡± Then, like a madwoman, she charged at Xia Weibao, aiming a slap at her face. This time, Xia Weibao didn¡¯t dodge and took the hit squarely on her face. Li Qingguo was stunned. ¡°Why didn¡¯t you dodge?¡± Li Qingcheng¡¯s eyes brimmed with tears, her lips quivering as if holding back something. ¡°Sister, live well. You¡¯re the only family I have left now.¡± After speaking, she was led away. At that moment, the prop rain began to fall, and Xia Weibao¡¯s figure disappeared into the curtain of rain, with Lu Huashan watching her vanish. She looked dazed. Her sister¡¯s words echoed in her mind, you¡¯re the only family I have left now. At that moment, she suddenly felt remorse. Collapsing in the rain, she cried out loud. Until she was forcibly dragged away by the government officer, she continued to weep heartbreakingly. This marked the beginning of Li Qingguo¡¯s descent into darkness. It was precisely Li Qingcheng¡¯s words that enlightened her, causing her to experience a profound ache that led to her transformation. On the way to exile, she hatched a plan to escape and was determined to lose weight, completely changing herself, then entered the palace as a concubine to start her path of revenge. This scene would be edited later on, with many flashbacks interspersed to detail the process of her realization. But for now, that wasn¡¯t there, making it a challenge for the actors. They had to deliver the deep remorse and the emotion of breaking down through their acting. Clearly, Lu Huashan succeeded. The moment she knelt, all the actors watching were moved to tears, drawn into the drama. They felt her regret and her hatred. Yang Li watched, visibly moved, until Xu Jiayang called cut, snapping her back to reality. She glanced at Lu Huashan¡¯s swollen half-face and turned to head for a pharmacy. On the set, there was thunderous applause. Xu Jiayang excitedly hugged Lu Huashan and Xia Weibao. ¡°Perfect.¡± The acting in that scene was explosive from both! Xia Weibao¡¯s frustration and restrained desire for revenge, Lu Huashan¡¯s sudden awakening and heart-wrenching remorse, were textbook performances! Especially the crying part. Xia Weibao¡¯s eyes were tearful yet she repressed her emotions, while Lu Huashan¡¯s breakdown and loud cries were impeccable! Just for their acting alone, if this drama doesn¡¯t become a hit, I¡¯ll unscrew my head and kick it like a ball! Xu Jiayang was extremely excited and if Li Qingguo¡¯s character after becoming dark was still played by Lu Huashan, the role was sure to be a sensation! He patted her shoulder seriously, ¡°Shanshan, work hard on losing weight. You must succeed!¡± Lu Huashan was also very motivated and nodded, ¡°I will.¡± ¡°Go get an ice pack for your face.¡± Xu Jiayang looked at their faces with a complex expression. He was naturally pleased to see such commitment from the actors. But the two women had been too harsh. They had beaten each other¡¯s faces to a swell. Chapter 149 03-25 - 149 They Are Quite a Match Chapter 149: Chapter 149 They Are Quite a Match After Xu Jiayang left, Xia Weibao took out a tube of ointment, ¡°Quick, apply some, it¡¯s swollen.¡± While speaking, she also used her finger to lift a little, gently spreading it on Lu Huashan¡¯s face. Her movements were gentle, as if she were afraid of hurting her. And she even blew on it lightly. This action made Sister Shanshan¡¯s cheeks turn a flushed red. Her heart was thumping wildly. So soft, felt like marrying her. How could such a good woman not be her sister-in-law? Her brother was truly blind! ¡°Baby, I really wish you were my sister-in-law, then we could live together,¡± she said. Just the thought of seeing her idol every time she opened her eyes made her so happy she could burst. However, it was destined to be impossible. Her brother was already married. And who knows which vixen had lured her brother! ¡°Achoo!¡± Xia Weibao suddenly sneezed, and Lu Huashan immediately became anxious, ¡°Baby, what¡¯s wrong with you? Are you sick? Should we go to the hospital? Don¡¯t scare me, Baby.¡± Xia Weibao, ¡°¡­¡± It was just a sneeze, no need to be so nervous. ¡°I¡¯m fine,¡± Xia Weibao shrugged. Then she stuffed the ointment into her hands, ¡°Get serious about losing weight. I¡¯ve told Xiang Chu all the plans, he will supervise you, and I¡¯ll be waiting for your good news in a month.¡± After saying that, she quickly slipped away. If she didn¡¯t slip away, would they try to make a match? Lu Huashan would always lament about why she wasn¡¯t her sister-in-law; it was enough to scare her. If Lu Hualiang knew someone was trying to play matchmaker for her, he¡¯d probably go ballistic! Watching Xia Weibao¡¯s retreating figure, Lu Huashan felt her heart flutter; Baby cares about me, Baby is so nice. Why isn¡¯t Baby my sister-in-law? Why is my fate so cruel? When Yang Li found Lu Huashan, she was sitting at a table, staring blankly at a nondescript black bottle on the table. His gaze darkened, and he walked over with great composure. He set a box of ointment on the table in front of her. ¡°Put some on your face.¡± The box was very large and completely covered the small ointment Xia Weibao had given, which made Lu Huashan very displeased. ¡°What are you doing?¡± ¡°Your face is swollen, apply some quickly.¡± Lu Huashan turned her head sharply, ¡°Which eye of yours sees my face as swollen? Are you trying to mock me for being fat? Did Yang Li offend you? Get lost, get lost, get lost, I don¡¯t want to talk to you!¡± Hmph! Stupid eunuch, after one month, I will turn into a bolt of lightning and blind your dog eyes! Yang Li looked at her face, which had returned to normal, and his eyes widened a little. Just now it was clearly swollen like a little hill, how had it recovered so quickly? Could it have been faked? Possible, after all, it was just acting; how could it be real? But the effect had seemed so real, he wondered how she had managed it. Thinking about how Xia Weibao and Lu Huashan had been like fire and water during their scene. The two probably didn¡¯t know yet that they were related by marriage, right? Should he tell them? It might prevent their relationship from getting worse. After all, if they really started fighting, it would be bad for the master to be caught in the middle, not knowing whose side to take. After a moment of thought, Yang Li cautiously spoke up, ¡°Miss Shanshan, what do you think about Xia Weibao?¡± He figured he should find out her thoughts before deciding whether to tell her. After all, because of her resentment towards Heaven¡¯s unfairness, Lu Huashan particularly hated beautiful women. Xia Weibao looked like a heavenly fairy, probably her number one enemy. Hadn¡¯t they already fought on Weibo before? Sear?h the n?vel_Fire.¦Çet website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. If the hatred was too deep, revealing her to be her sister-in-law might just be too much for her. ¡°Why are you asking this?¡± Lu Huashan said sullenly. Her idol was naturally the best. ¡°Nothing, I just think she and your brother are a good match, what do you think?¡± Chapter 150 - 150: Snacks Lowered Her Resolve Chapter 150: Chapter 150: Snacks Lowered Her Resolve This sentence pierced Lu Huashan¡¯s heart as it fell on her ears. It was more than just a good match, they were absolutely made for each other. Unfortunately, they were both already married, and it was too late for anything now. So Lu Huashan, feeling utterly despondent, waved her hand, ¡°You may go.¡± Stop poking at my heart. This reluctance to talk, as interpreted by Yang Li, equated to disagreement with his opinion. So the words at the tip of his tongue changed, ¡°Xia Weibao¡¯s reputation is so bad now, she truly doesn¡¯t deserve your brother.¡± Having her idol maligned, Fatty Lu was extremely angry. With a twist of her face, she stared down Yang Li fiercely, ¡°Dead eunuch, are you annoying or not? Scram, scram, scram!¡± Dare to speak ill of my idol, huh? Let¡¯s see if my brother will fire you! Yang Li was still utterly baffled when he was chased out. Where had he offended her? Unable to figure it out, he hurriedly went to find Xia Weibao. Today he had important business at the set! Xia Weibao was taking a nap when Yang Li arrived, which surprised her somewhat. ¡°Special Assistant Yang, what are you doing here?¡± Seeing the future mistress he needed to please, Yang Li was very happy. As an excellent assistant, he must relieve his master¡¯s concerns. His master didn¡¯t know how to please a woman, so it was up to him to help. sea??h th§× Nov§×l?ire.n(e)t website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Therefore, he walked over to Xia Weibao with a smile, his eyes rolling around as his thoughts quickly became active. How to subtly make his master¡¯s presence felt. When he noticed the pile of snacks next to Xia Weibao, his eyes lit up. ¡°Madam, do you like to eat snacks a lot?¡± ¡°Yes, they¡¯re so delicious. Do you want some?¡± As she spoke, Xia Weibao reached out for some candy. ¡°No, no, no, I don¡¯t eat them,¡± laughed Yang Li, ¡°the master really knows Madam well, he especially had me bring some delicious snacks over, but I forgot them in the car, I¡¯ll go get them now.¡± Then, like a bat out of hell, Yang Li dashed to the nearest supermarket, rounded up two big bags of snacks, and ran back, gasping for air. Seeing the two big bags Yang Li brought back, Xia Weibao¡¯s eyes sparkled. ¡°Are these all for me?¡± Oh my god, oh my god, oh my god, they were all her favorites! ¡°Yes, the master had me bring them especially for you.¡± Every time Xia Weibao thought of Hualiang, she remembered the scene from the night before last and felt a bit awkward. Even her favorite snacks couldn¡¯t stimulate her appetite anymore. Seeing the change in her expression, Yang Li felt troubled. This cold war must be quite severe. ¡°Madam, the master worked late last night, which is why he didn¡¯t come home. He was worried you¡¯d be afraid sleeping alone, so he had me come check on you. Actually, he wanted to come himself, but a last-minute meeting came up and he couldn¡¯t get away.¡± Xia Weibao muttered under her breath, who cares if he comes back or not. It¡¯s better if he doesn¡¯t come back; I sleep so much more comfortably alone. Yang Li was troubled, unaware of the conflict between the two, and he dared not speak carelessly. If he missed the mark with his flattery, it would be disastrous. So he had to rely on his own cleverness to help his master clear up the misunderstanding. ¡°It doesn¡¯t matter, let him stay at the company as long as he wants,¡± said Xia Weibao nonchalantly, her gaze still fixed on the two bags of snacks. Yang Li had figured it out; snacks were her weakness. He smiled, ¡°Madam, the business at the company is done, and the master will be home tonight.¡± Home? How could this be! Xia Weibao was about to say he should not come back when Yang Li beat her to the punch. ¡°The master has brought a lot of delicious food from abroad, and he will bring it all home tonight.¡± Xia Weibao swallowed hard, ¡°Alright then, tell him to come home early tonight.¡± It was the snacks that wore down her resistance¡­ Chapter 151 - 151: Heartbroken My Old Mother Chapter 151: Chapter 151: Heartbroken My Old Mother Hearing Xia Weibao say that, Yang Li almost cried tears of joy. She was an assistant, but she worried like an old, caring mother. Having resolved one issue, Assistant Director Yang quickly handed the two large bags to Xia Weibao. ¡°Madam, I will definitely tell the master that it was you who wanted him to come home early tonight,¡± he said. Xia Weibao was taken aback. The way he put it made it seem like she was eager for him to come back. Forget it, forget it, all that can be ignored. She pulled out a pack of chicken feet, Her Majesty the Empress immensely satisfied. Yang Li observed her expression and said, ¡°Madam, you don¡¯t have to take those rumors online too seriously. The master will definitely help you, he has already ordered an investigation into Jiang Ming. You can ask about it tonight.¡± Xia Weibao licked her lips. Why was it that man again? It was really annoying to hear about it. So she waved her hand dismissively, ¡°I got it.¡± Who needed his help after all. Then, using filming as an excuse, she sent Yang Li away. Feeling her task was completed perfectly, Yang Li walked away with a spring in her step. Without a second thought, she went back to claim her reward. ¡°Master, I told the madam like you said. She wants you to come home early tonight,¡± she reported. True, she told Xia Weibao about the matter, and indeed, Xia Weibao had asked Lu Hualiang to come home early. Both statements taken separately were true, but put together, the meaning completely changed. In Lu Hualiang¡¯s ears, it became that Xia Weibao was feeling lost, and upon hearing he had evidence to refute the slanders of Jiang Ming, she was thrilled, thus she asked him to come home early. Sear?h the N??elFir§×.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Boss Lu felt immensely gratified; this was right. What was a woman being so assertive for? She should depend on him. Otherwise, it made him look useless. ¡°Well done, your salary is doubled this month,¡± he said. Special Assistant Yang was overjoyed. Indeed, flattering the madam was the right move! He quickly took out the snacks he had prepared beforehand. These were foreign delicacies he had specifically gone to buy on his way back! ¡°Master, these are for the madam to take back with you,¡± he said. Of course, he dared not say these snacks were specially brought for Xia Weibao. Otherwise, if his proud master knew that Xia Weibao wanted him to come home, not for his help but for the sake of the snacks, that would have been too damaging to his pride! So, he used a little clever manipulation. The process may have been a bit convoluted, but the end justifies the means. Lu Hualiang glanced at it indifferently, ¡°What is it?¡± ¡°The madam bought it; it was too heavy for her to carry, so she said since you¡¯re her husband, you should bring it home,¡± Yang Li eloquently explained. Undoubtedly, Yang Li had a way with words. With that explanation, Lu Hualiang felt completely satisfied. The woman finally acknowledged him as her husband; it wasn¡¯t easy. All afternoon, Lu Hualiang could hardly focus on work, practically counting the seconds. Figuring that Xia Weibao must be heading home soon, he immediately got up and left. When he got home, Xia Weibao had just returned as well. After their quarrel, Xia Weibao was now driving herself; she no longer needed his chauffeuring. ¡°Your stuff,¡± Lu Hualiang said coldly. Waiting for Xia Weibao to bring up the matter about Jiang Ming herself. Unexpectedly, Xia Weibao only took the two large bags, thanked him, and went straight upstairs. Lu Hualiang, ¡°¡­¡± That was it? Nothing else to say to him? Maybe she just wanted to take the things upstairs first and would talk later. Consoling himself with that thought, Lu Hualiang comfortably waited for Xia Weibao to come to him. However, he waited and waited, and by eight o¡¯clock in the evening, Xia Weibao still hadn¡¯t come down from upstairs. She wasn¡¯t even coming down for dinner! Chapter 152 - 152: Director Lu, Why Do You Keep Courting Disaster? Chapter 152: Chapter 152: Director Lu, Why Do You Keep Courting Disaster? Lu Hualiang was getting impatient waiting, but he didn¡¯t feel it was appropriate to go upstairs and call for her himself. Doing so would seem like he cared too much about her. So he asked Housekeeper Fu to go up and call her instead. Before long, Housekeeper Fu returned. ¡°Sir, Madam said she won¡¯t be having dinner,¡± Housekeeper Fu reported. Lu Hualiang, ¡°¡­¡± He suddenly felt an inexplicable tightness in his chest. Even though he was supposed to be the master of the house, why did he always feel invisible? He really wanted to go upstairs this instant and confront her. But he held back, not wanting to appear too eager to see her. Thus, the prideful man ended up sitting downstairs for half an hour before slowly making his way up. Upon opening the bedroom door, he saw Xia Weibao with a piece of pastry in her mouth, intensely absorbed in a video game. Lu Hualiang¡¯s temple throbbed, ¡°What are you doing!¡± Games, games, games, was there anything else in her eyes besides video games! Did she even remember she had a husband! The sudden outburst startled Xia Weibao so much that the pastry fell from her mouth. What a pity, it was really tasty. Luckily, it fell into her lap, so she could continue eating. She looked up, puzzled. What was he so angry about? Did playing games in her room upset him now? It didn¡¯t make any sense. Her naive expression, with some crumbs still on her lips, made Lu Hualiang¡¯s blood boil. He strode over to the bedside, ¡°Can you not play games all the time!¡± Just like a teenager addicted to the internet! Xia Weibao¡¯s eyes were clouded with confusion as she silently picked up the pastry from her lap and took a bite, blinking, and then blinking again. How did her playing games bother him? Games were fun, and she didn¡¯t have these in the palace before. Aside from serving the Dog Emperor and amusing beauties, she hardly had any hobbies. Now that she had found one, she wasn¡¯t done playing yet. Lu Hualiang took a deep breath, suppressing his anger. Forget it, she was always offbeat, he shouldn¡¯t hold too much hope for her. ¡°Don¡¯t you have something you want to say to me?¡± He had hinted so obviously, she should at least ask, right? Xia Weibao blinked slowly, her face a picture of bewilderment, ¡°Nope.¡± Lu Hualiang, ¡°¡­¡± ¡°Are you sure you have no questions for me?¡± Xia Weibao, ¡°¡­¡± There was a phrase that might tarnish her image, making her seem uncivilized and a bit vulgar, but damn it, she really couldn¡¯t hold back anymore! Fucking idiot! sea??h th§× n?vel_Fire.¦Çet website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. She had never seen someone so idiotic. Did he really need to remind her whether she had questions for him? ¡°Really nothing? Think harder.¡± Lu Hualiang was on the verge of yelling, why won¡¯t you ask me about Jiang Ming! Xia Weibao tried hard to think, since he insisted she should ask, then she would ask. ¡°There is something I want to ask you.¡± Lu Hualiang felt a wave of relief, finally she remembered, what an effort. He took on a lofty air, ¡°Go ahead and ask.¡± His demeanor was as if he was bestowing a favor. Xia Weibao felt even more that this man was sick, seriously brain-dead! ¡°Um, Director Lu, is your fever gone now?¡± ¡°Why are you asking that?¡± ¡°Oh, nothing much, just if you¡¯re well, then I¡¯ll move to the guest room.¡± Lu Hualiang, ¡°¡­¡± That really hit home. He glared at her, wishing he could bore a hole through her face! Looking over at the two large bags of snacks beside her only fueled his anger more. ¡°Eat, eat, eat, that¡¯s all you know! Don¡¯t you know snacks are unhealthy, constantly snacking, they¡¯ll be the death of you!¡± Xia Weibao was stupefied, weren¡¯t those snacks sent by Yang Li at his behest? Why was he throwing a fit now? Damn it! Truly an idiot! Chapter 153 - 153: Xia Weibao, Get Out! Chapter 153: Chapter 153: Xia Weibao, Get Out! It was the snacks he had given her, and now he said that eating them would kill her. Crazy! She really didn¡¯t want to talk to an idiot, for fear of lowering her own IQ. So Her Majesty the Empress quickly finished the cookies and went to bed after flipping the covers. Seeing her attitude that completely disregarded him, Lu Hualiang felt an even greater headache coming on. This woman could practically touch the sky! With a cold snort, he grabbed his clothes and went to take a shower. So she wants a cold war, huh? See who¡¯ll be the first to cave! Tomorrow is Jiang Ming and Lin Siqian¡¯s engagement press conference; she¡¯ll surely be trampled on then. Without his help, let¡¯s see how stubborn she can be! The more he thought about it, the angrier he became. He really wanted to harden his heart and ignore her. But when he thought about her being slandered, he became irritated and uneasy. He¡¯d give her one last chance. As long as she spoke up later, he would still help her. With this in mind, Lu Hualiang¡¯s showering pace quickened significantly. However, imagination is beautiful, while reality is cruel. By the time he finished showering and came out, Xia Weibao had already fallen asleep. Listening to her light and even breathing, he felt a blockage in his chest that he could neither swallow nor cough up. He was nearly driven mad. Sleep, sleep, sleep. When she¡¯s not eating, she¡¯s sleeping, and if not that, she¡¯s playing¡ªpig! Fuming with anger, he walked over to her side and lifted his foot, intending to kick her awake. Yet, seeing her pure and lovely sleeping face, he couldn¡¯t bring himself to do it. So he could only hold the anger in his chest, almost suffocating himself with it. Unable to fall asleep, Lu Hualiang stared at the back of Xia Weibao¡¯s head, wishing he could bore a hole through it with his gaze. Since when did this woman become the master in front of him? He, the CEO of the Lu Corporation, the man who held absolute power in Huaxia Country, why should he let a woman step on his head and act arrogantly! His gaze slowly darkened¡ªXia Weibao, don¡¯t think that¡­ Just as Lu Hualiang was stewing in his ruthless thoughts, the woman soundly asleep suddenly turned over and reached out for his chest. Then, like a little bird nestling against a person, she directly burrowed into his arms. And, very dependently, she rubbed her little head against his chest. Her arms hugged his neck, her leg draped over his waist, clinging tightly to him like a koala. And then, she just slept like that. The harsh words Lu Hualiang had on the tip of his tongue remained unspoken. His expression suddenly softened. He looked down at the little woman in his arms, his eyes so tender they seemed like they could drip water. He suddenly felt immensely satisfied. Only when she was asleep did she act like a little woman. S§×arch* The n?velFire.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. He suddenly lifted his hand and gently wrapped it around her waist. He lowered his head and planted a light kiss on her forehead. In her dream, Xia Weibao suddenly frowned and wriggled. She complained dissatisfiedly, ¡°Stop kissing me when I¡¯m asleep, it¡¯s tiring.¡± Lu Hualiang¡¯s body stiffened, and all the tenderness vanished in an instant. The malice in his eyes slowly accumulated, and at that moment, he felt humiliated. For the second time, she was in his arms, muttering another man¡¯s name! Rationality almost engulfed, he nearly kicked her off the bed! His heart clenched, but he couldn¡¯t bring himself to do it. So he pushed hard, thrusting her away from his embrace. Xia Weibao woke up suddenly, looking around in a panic, ¡°What¡¯s happening?¡± Turning her head, she met Lu Hualiang¡¯s eyes filled with a murderous look. Seeing their positions, it was evident that she had mistaken him for Emperor Xia Liang again. Xia Weibao¡¯s heart soured, and she also felt annoyed. That expression made Lu Hualiang¡¯s rage boil even more. Ha! He really married a good wife, didn¡¯t he? Thinking of another man in his own bed! ¡°Xia Weibao, get the hell out!¡± Chapter 154 - 154: Congratulations Director Lu on Losing Your Wife Chapter 154: Chapter 154: Congratulations Director Lu on Losing Your Wife Xia Weibao gazed deeply at him and said, ¡°I¡¯m sorry.¡± Then, she quietly got up and began to pack up her clothes. She didn¡¯t want to treat him as a substitute for Emperor Xia Liang, but sometimes it was beyond her control. The two men looked too similar, and some instinctive reactions were uncontrollable even to her. Perhaps separation would be good for both of them. Seeing her pack her bags, Lu Hualiang panicked, ¡°What are you doing?¡± ¡°I¡¯m moving to the guest room,¡± she said. Lu Hualiang clenched his fists tightly, suddenly stood up, strode out of the room, and slammed the door with a bang. The whole room trembled three times. After a while, the sound of a car starting came from downstairs. Xia Weibao was somewhat stunned. He had left again¡­ She stood with her head down for quite a while, then bent down with a sense of powerlessness and continued to pack up. Whatever. They were about to get a divorce anyway. It was hard for her to face someone every day who looked exactly like Dog Emperor. She would inevitably think of¡­ her Majesty. When she got up the next day, Lu Hualiang hadn¡¯t come back yet, and Xia Weibao didn¡¯t ask for his whereabouts. She left the house after breakfast. Housekeeper Fu saw all this and was worried. What happened between the master and the young mistress again? Why do they have cold wars so frequently? They had just reconciled, but now things seemed even worse. One moved to the guest room; the other didn¡¯t even come home. Sigh. Today, the stage at Central Square was bustling with activity. Almost every reporter was gathered, and fans crowded around the square, making it impassable. Everyone shouted loudly, ¡°Ming Qian together forever, true love never regrets.¡± And to gain momentum, Jiang Ming spared no expense, decorating the stage lavishly. The huge stage backdrop was replaced with LED scrolling screens, playing over and over the journey he and Lin Siqian had shared. All these photos were retouched, presenting an attractive couple against a dazzling backdrop! Furthermore, with a pink theme dominating the stage, everywhere exuded an air of fantasy and sweetness. Rose petals fell from the sky, and even the air seemed to flutter with the scent of romance. Splurging money had its rewards; this grand proposal dominated all of today¡¯s headlines! Seeing their idol so devoted, the fans went crazy. ¡°Brother Ming is so handsome!¡± ¡°Sister-in-law Ming is so beautiful!¡± ¡°Ming Qian is so sweet. May you always be together!¡± One cheer followed another, echoing through the square! Backstage, Jiang Ming and Lin Siqian, seeing this scene, were extremely pleased. ¡°Sisi, do you see? These people are here for us. Our popularity now may even surpass that of the number one actress, Yan Weiyang!¡± Jiang Ming propped his hands on the table, his excited face showing mad ambition. With this wave of popularity, he might just successfully transition! The idol¡¯s path had come to an end; it was time to advance toward becoming a serious actor! Lin Siqian toyed with her pink nails, her smile softening considerably. She had just released a new album, and riding this wave of popularity, she would undoubtedly break sales records! Her status in the music industry would also climb to new heights! Xia Weibao, you didn¡¯t expect to lose to me in the end. Being at the forefront for a while doesn¡¯t mean victory. The one who laughs last is the true winner! And clearly, that person won¡¯t be you! What does it matter that we were once good friends? When interests collide, you are just a stepping stone for me! S~ea??h the N??elFir§×.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. ¡°Are the internet trolls all set up?¡± Jiang Ming raised an eyebrow, ¡°I¡¯ve already had them stir up the news online, exaggerating the affair Xia Weibao had as a mistress!¡± Chapter 155 - 155 The Empress Is Going to Slap Someones Face Chapter 155: Chapter 155 The Empress Is Going to Slap Someone¡¯s Face If it were just a marriage proposal, it wouldn¡¯t be enough to dominate all the headlines. But by bringing Xia Weibao into the mix and stirring up the dog-blood drama of a mistress, it will show off just how devoted he is. It will absolutely dominate the headlines for several days! Lin Siqian smiled knowingly, ¡°That¡¯s good.¡± Soon, the host took the stage, extolling Jiang Ming and Lin Siqian¡¯s past, praising them as a perfect couple, a match more solid than gold, unparalleled on earth or in heaven. Accompanied by the beautiful and sweet photos in the background and the rose petals on the stage symbolizing happiness, they were glorified into fairy-tale princes and princesses. The screams of excitement from the fans were incessant, echoing to the heavens. The passion was soaring; in this fiery June, it burned with abandon! At the same time, a frenzy erupted online. A frenzy of denouncing Xia Weibao! ¡ªBitch Xia, did you see that? Brother Ming has only Goddess Sisi in his heart, mistress scram! ¡ªMing Qian, to a century of happiness, say no to mistresses, down with the vixen! ¡ªMy Sisi is beautiful and her voice sweet, Brother Ming, the Martial Arts Little Prince, a naturally perfect match ¡ªMy Brother Ming is a martial arts prodigy, definitely one of the most capable action stars in the entertainment industry, Bitch Xia control your reason¡­ Watching the online sentiment, Jiang Ming felt immensely satisfied. This was something he had deliberately guided. There were many fresh young talents nowadays, but only he was versed in martial arts! And his transition to becoming a power-actor relied on his martial arts foundation! So, he had taken his martial arts skill and played it up. Xia Weibao got to know him because she asked him for guidance on action scenes. Xia Weibao seduced him because she admired his martial arts talent. The entire mistress affair was inseparable from martial arts, which would certainly highlight his strengths. ¡°The Martial Arts Little Prince.¡± Jiang Ming looked at the nickname given by netizens, his ambition growing stronger in his eyes. He would become the most outstanding martial arts movie star! Everything was progressing smoothly; the atmosphere on site had been entirely stirred up by the host, with cheers and shouts rising wave after wave, like a tide spreading in all directions. Even under the scorching sun, the people still shouted loudly. One could imagine how sensational this event was! Seeing that the audience¡¯s anticipation was sufficiently whetted, and climax was about to begin, the host excitedly said, ¡°Next, please welcome today¡¯s stars to the stage!¡± No sooner had he spoken than the crowd below exploded! ¡°Jiang Ming¡ª¡± ¡°Siqian¡ª¡± ¡°Ming Qian is powerful!!! True love lasts forever!!!!¡± S§×arch* The n?velFire.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. ¡­ Especially when Jiang Ming and Lin Siqian walked out hand in hand, the scene erupted into a fierce round of applause. Deafening! The fans¡¯ frantic shouts nearly drowned out the host¡¯s voice! ¡°Ah ah ah ah ah goddess I love you¡ª¡± ¡°Goddess of unrivaled beauty¡ª¡± ¡°Goddess, may you be happy¡­¡± Cheer after cheer made Lin Siqian¡¯s smile grow even larger. Look, all these people, they came for her. Even though she was a singer, her popularity had far surpassed that of a celebrity! Her smile was graceful, the curvature of her lips seemingly measured to perfection. Her outfit and makeup had been personally designed by a famous stylist. Striving to show the most beautiful version of herself to the media. Clearly, she had succeeded. Today, she was indeed the most beautiful goddess! The host excitedly handed her the microphone, ¡°Sisi, may I ask what you¡¯re feeling right now.¡± Lin Siqian¡¯s smile was shy, tinged with happiness, ¡°Very excited, and very much looking forward to it.¡± Chapter 156 - 156: This slap will probably be very brutal Chapter 156: Chapter 156: This slap will probably be very brutal The host playfully blinked her eyes, ¡°So, Sisi also didn¡¯t know how Brother Ming was going to propose?¡± Lin Siqian¡¯s cheeks turned slightly red, exuding the innocence of a young woman about to be married. She shook her head, ¡°I didn¡¯t know; he didn¡¯t discuss it with me beforehand and just announced the news of the proposal directly. I was probably the last one to know. At that time, I even got angry with him. Making such a big decision on his own, too domineering.¡± As she spoke, she shyly glanced at Jiang Ming with a tinge of shyness. And Jiang Ming, just indulgently smiled. Full of tolerance. This sweet interaction immediately caused a frenzy of adoration among the fans. Cried out in refusal of the dog food, saying they were going to be stuffed to death. The host laughed at Jiang Ming, ¡°Brother Ming, that¡¯s where you¡¯re wrong, not discussing such a big thing as a proposal with Siqian. But such domineering is indeed enviable, isn¡¯t it, the domineering CEO!¡± As the host¡¯s voice rose, she turned the microphone towards the audience. ¡°Yes¡ª¡ª¡± ¡°Brother Ming is so domineering, Sister-in-law Ming is so happy¡ª¡ª¡± ¡°So sweet, Ming Qian CP will never fall¡ª¡ª¡± ¡­ A series of cheers made Lin Siqian bubble with sweetness, her smile blooming like peach blossoms on her face. S§×arch* The N??elFir§×.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. And Jiang Ming, from beginning to end, looked at her with indulgence. This display of affection was so sweet that even through the screen, it felt cloying. The host raised her hand to quiet the fans, then looked at Jiang Ming somewhat teasingly. ¡°So Brother Ming made his own decision; how did you coax our Siqian to calm down in the end?¡± When asked this, Lin Siqian¡¯s face turned red with shy charm, and she quietly pinched Jiang Ming¡¯s waist, signaling him not to tell. This moment was captured by the reporters and live-streamed on the internet. Another wave of frenzy. Loud cries of being unable to take the dog food any longer. So sweet it¡¯s cloying. On the scene, Jiang Ming smiled somewhat helplessly. He spread his hands, ¡°She made me kneel on the keyboard.¡± As this was said, the fans on site were nearly set off! After the devoted lover, the label of warm man was once again pasted onto him. So spoiled, isn¡¯t he the national ideal husband! The fans on site boiled over, with various cheers reaching for the skies, and the applause thundered non-stop. The host, upon instruction, seeing that the audience¡¯s emotion had been stirred to the max, then started the next topic. She looked at Jiang Ming with immense envy, ¡°Wow, Brother Ming really dotes on our Siqian, then I want to ask a question everyone is envious of, you¡¯ve been together for three years, and the relationship has always been good, never any hint of a mistress. How does Brother Ming resist all temptations?¡± This question was quite sensitive. Especially asking it at this moment. Everyone¡¯s thoughts turned to Xia Weibao unanimously. It was okay on site, with just quiet discussion, but on the internet, there was already a chorus of abuse. All sorts of foul language were hurled at Xia Weibao. Xia Weibao¡¯s Weibo was trolled over and over again, almost turning into a battleground. The insults were relentless. In response to this question, Jiang Ming merely smiled it off, then looked at Lin Siqian with deep affection. ¡°Even if others are good, they don¡¯t compare to one ten-thousandth of her.¡± This heartfelt declaration of love ignited the passion of the fans on site completely! Various screams of excitement, cheers, and shouts rose and fell. ¡°Brother Ming is truly devoted, so next, the stage is yours, hoping you can win your beauty¡¯s heart.¡± The moment for the grand event arrived; all the fans were shouting, wave after wave of cheers, one climax after another. The atmosphere on site was even hotter than the weather in June! However, just then, a figure of dashing elegance slowly walked onto the stage. Chapter 157 - 157 I Am Here to Challenge Chapter 157: Chapter 157 I Am Here to Challenge Dressed in pure white athletic apparel, her long hair was tied up high. Her figure was tall and slender, her movements graceful. Her charming eyes shyly shut and then bursting into laughter, her rosy lips parted with a smile. She was clearly a demure and lovely girl, yet the effortlessly swaying ponytail behind her added a touch of the heroic charm of a female warrior! Not favoring glamour but martial attire. Xia Weibao¡¯s arrival was like a breeze passing through. The previously bustling scene suddenly became quiet. As Xia Weibao was slowly stepping onto the stage, she suddenly turned her head and smiled at the audience. In that moment, everyone deeply understood what it meant to have ¡®a smile that could launch a thousand charms, making even The Six Palaces¡¯ array of beauty pale in comparison.¡¯ Some people don¡¯t need expensive clothing, don¡¯t need lavish styles, don¡¯t need meticulous makeup. Even with a bare face, they are still a captivating sight. In a society that worships beauty, just how important is it to have a face as beautiful as a celestial being. Every time Xia Weibao appeared, it was a visual spectacle! Even if a moment ago you were criticizing her viciously with spittle flying. But the instant you laid eyes on her, you couldn¡¯t help being awestruck by her stunning beauty. The moment Xia Weibao stepped on the stage, all the beauty of the world dulled in comparison. Wherever she stood, Lin Siqian, who had just been the most beautiful goddess, instantly became a nobody. Lin Siqian was close to bursting with anger. What could be more blood-boiling than meticulously getting dolled up, feeling like the most beautiful person in the world, only to be upstaged by someone¡¯s natural beauty? Standing in front of Xia Weibao, she suddenly felt quite ashamed of herself. All the praise her fans had just lavished upon her felt like a slap to her face! And it stung. Especially Jiang Ming, who had just been confessing his feelings for her; now, he was staring at Xia Weibao¡¯s face, completely entranced! How could she endure it! In her heart, she wished she could tear Xia Weibao¡¯s face to shreds! But on the surface, she had to force a strained smile and maintain her image. Xia Weibao¡¯s appearance had plunged the venue into awkwardness. It was clear to anyone with eyes that Jiang Ming¡¯s marriage proposal was meant to be a slap in her face. Yet here she was, uninvited, boldly appearing on stage. Lin Siqian¡¯s eyes were filled with malice as she continuously signaled the host with her eyes, indicating for her to smooth things over quickly. But unexpectedly, even the host was dumbstruck. Lin Siqian wanted to vomit blood! You, a woman, are actually going gaga over another woman! With no one coming to save the situation, she had no choice but to grab the microphone and then, with a smile, she began to speak. ¡°Baby, today is Brother Ming¡¯s day to propose to me, have you come to give your blessings?¡± Her smile was carefree, and she affectionately linked arms with Xia Weibao, putting on an act of deep sisterly love. S§×ar?h the novel(F~)ire.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. A calculating glint flashed in her eyes! Her relationship with Xia Weibao was so sensitive at the moment, and Xia Weibao had obviously come to stir up trouble. But by pretending to be unaware, others would surely think she was innocent and unpretentious. To be able to be magnanimous and level-headed in face of the woman who stole her man showed high emotional intelligence and understanding. What a perfect persona to have. Xia Weibao, I will drain you of your last bit of value! Just as she was making calculations in her heart, Xia Weibao¡¯s indifferent voice came through, ¡°That¡¯s not it.¡± Lin Siqian¡¯s smile froze, indescribably awkward. Xia Weibao wasn¡¯t playing by the rules, leaving her with no way to save face. Struggling to maintain her smile, she asked, ¡°Then what are you here for?¡± Xia Weibao withdrew the hand that she was holding and, with a cold curl of her lips and a smile that was not quite a smile, swept her gaze over Lin Siqian before landing on Jiang Ming, ¡°I¡¯m here to challenge.¡± Chapter 158 - 158: Someone Dare to Compete in Martial Arts with Her Majesty Chapter 158: Chapter 158: Someone Dare to Compete in Martial Arts with Her Majesty At these words, the scene fell silent once again. The expressions on everyone¡¯s faces were subtly nuanced. Someone challenges at another¡¯s marriage proposal event? And those reporters who got it, they went crazy. The clicking of their cameras was incessant. What could be more thrilling than a mistress crashing the scene of an original partner¡¯s proposal? They could even imagine the sensation today¡¯s events would cause! Lin Siqian¡¯s face looked incredibly unpleasant. Jiang Ming¡¯s countenance was also steeped in gloom. Today¡¯s plan was so perfect, it absolutely could not be ruined by Xia Weibao! The two exchanged glances, and Jiang Ming stepped forward with a cold face, ¡°Xia Weibao, my heart only has Siqian, you should stop wasting your efforts.¡± The crowd, upon hearing this, suddenly came to a realization¡ªso that was it, Xia Weibao was here to pester them. Her skin must be thick as a wall, to not give up even at a time like this! Xia Weibao folded her arms across her chest, her gaze somewhat nonchalant. She had an indescribable, lazy charisma. Hah! With a contemptuous scoff, she said, ¡°I heard I admire your martial arts talent, so today I wanted to verify for myself whether you really have the skills that could make me admire you enough to be the mistress.¡± A slap must hit the right spot! Isn¡¯t Jiang Ming supposed to be building an image as a martial arts superstar, wanting everyone to know about his martial arts foundation? S~ea??h the nov§×lF~ire.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Well then, she would help him out, letting him become famous in one fight! As to whether he would become widely celebrated or universally condemned, that was not within her control. After all, whether someone is a fool or a pig is not something she can control, right? Jiang Ming appeared calm on the surface but felt uneasy inside. Looking at Xia Weibao¡¯s confident demeanor, he knew she must have come prepared; he couldn¡¯t fall into her trap so easily. Yet, her bold and direct challenge left him in a conundrum¡ªif he refused to fight, he would be seen as cowardly. Inferior even to a woman. All his previous efforts would be in vain. He hesitated for a moment, but soon steadied his mind. He had directed Xia Weibao¡¯s fight scenes in the past and was quite aware of what she was capable of. She didn¡¯t even qualify as flowery fists and fancy footwork. Moreover, considering she had been ¡°crazy¡± for three years, her situation was bound to be worse. And he, a grown man who had studied martial arts at Shaolin Temple for a few years, surely was not going to fear a woman without the strength to truss a chicken. With this thought, Jiang Ming felt as if he had taken a calming pill, and his entire being relaxed. Since Xia Weibao had brazenly come to promote him, he wouldn¡¯t be polite! Xia Weibao, today¡¯s humiliation is all of your own making! He made up his mind inside, but kept it from showing on his face¡ªafter all, he still needed to maintain the appearance of a gentleman. He couldn¡¯t let people think he was bullying a woman. So, Jiang Ming frowned with seeming difficulty, ¡°I don¡¯t hit women.¡± Seeing his hypocritical manner, Xia Weibao had the urge to laugh. ¡°I am issuing this challenge as a martial artist, not as a woman. Just say whether you accept the challenge or not.¡± Stop spouting nonsense. Her words were brimming with provocation. Jiang Ming¡¯s heart was ablaze with anger as he glared at Xia Weibao, seemingly with malice. You pass up the road to Heaven but insist on breaking into Hell! Then don¡¯t blame me for not showing mercy! ¡°Since you¡¯ve put it that way, how could I refuse a challenge? However, you¡¯re still a girl, and such a challenge would be unfair to you. How about this¡ªas a gentleman, I¡¯ll let you have three moves first?¡± Xia Weibao raised an eyebrow; how embarrassing would that be? What if she took him down in one move, how would he face anyone in the entertainment industry after that? Her Majesty the Empress then smiled radiantly, ¡°Alright then.¡± Chapter 159 - 159: Instant Kill with One Move! Chapter 159: Chapter 159: Instant Kill with One Move! Xia Weibao¡¯s words were like a drop of water in a hot oil pan. The crowd, who had just been unclear about the situation, exploded! ¡°My god, has Xia Weibao gone mad, daring to challenge Jiang Ming?¡± ¡°Yeah, Jiang Ming has even trained at Shaolin Temple, he¡¯s definitely one of the strongest fighters in the entertainment industry. That¡¯s downright suicidal.¡± ¡°Love blinds people¡­¡± ¡­ One-sided discussions fell into Jiang Ming¡¯s ears, making him extremely proud. Lin Siqian and the host stepped aside, leaving the stage to Jiang Ming and Xia Weibao. Jiang Ming tilted his chin up slightly, his eyes showing disdain, ¡°Xia Weibao, you are after all a girl¡­¡± ¡°Shall we start?¡± Impatiently, Xia Weibao cleaned out her ears, thinking that if they were going to fight, just fight; what¡¯s with all this nonsense? She had even arranged to play games with her chicken-eating trio; she didn¡¯t have that much time to listen to a dog barking! Jiang Ming felt a bit embarrassed, his eyes even more fierce as his face had been slighted. ¡°Let¡¯s start¡­¡± But before he could finish saying the word ¡°start,¡± Xia Weibao, who had just been standing there, suddenly disappeared. Before Jiang Ming could react, he had already received a kick in the chest. Although Xia Weibao seemed to lift her foot lightly, although she appeared to be a delicate woman who seemed as if she couldn¡¯t even truss a chicken, That kick sent Jiang Ming flying like a kite with its string cut, falling straight down towards the front of the stage! There was a loud thud as he landed heavily on the ground. At that moment, time seemed to stand still. Dead silence ensued. Everyone was stunned, even forgetting to help Jiang Ming up. After a moment, the entire venue erupted! Wow¡ª ¡°My god, Jiang Ming was actually kicked off the stage with one blow!¡± ¡°Holy moly, is she the reincarnation of a Hercules or something?¡± ¡°I must be blind!¡± ¡°It has to be an accident, Jiang Ming just let her win, Brother Ming is indeed a gentleman¡­¡± When someone mentioned this, it dawned on the crowd. Right, hadn¡¯t Jiang Ming just said he¡¯d let Xia Weibao have three moves? He had kept his word, indeed a trustworthy man, a real gentleman. Praise filled the air, yet Jiang Ming felt no joy. Sear?h the NovelFire.net* website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Because he knew very well just how terrifying Xia Weibao¡¯s kick had been; he had absolutely no power to fight back. But how could it be, this woman was clearly just for show; how could she suddenly become so much stronger? It must be a fluke. Thinking this, Jiang Ming felt somewhat reassured. Someone helped him up and then he walked back onto the stage. His eyes were dark and ominous. ¡°Xia Weibao, that move was just to let you win.¡± As soon as he said this, the audience nodded in unison, of course, it must have been Jiang Ming showing mercy. Otherwise, for a woman to be that strong, it would be too humiliating for them, the stronger sex. Xia Weibao sneered, ¡°You needn¡¯t let the next two moves go, I¡¯m in a hurry, let¡¯s end this quickly.¡± This attitude of hers, completely disregarding him, infuriated Jiang Ming. He gritted his teeth; since she didn¡¯t need any mercy, he would not be courteous! Having been so humiliated just now, he intended to return the favor a hundredfold! Thus, Jiang Ming swung his fist, aiming straight for Xia Weibao¡¯s face. With disdain in her eyes, Xia Weibao slightly shifted her body. Jiang Ming¡¯s hand grazed past her face, and then she quickly took action, grabbing his wrist and flipping him over her shoulder, throwing him to the ground. Then, she stepped on his chest, a move that was a humiliation to Jiang Ming, trampling on his masculinity. He tried to resist but found himself completely unable to move. In front of Xia Weibao, he was like a dying mouse struggling, utterly powerless to fight back. Xia Weibao withdrew her foot disinterestedly, ¡°Trash.¡± Chapter 160 - 160: The Empress is Mighty, Slapping Faces with Dominance! Chapter 160: Chapter 160: The Empress is Mighty, Slapping Faces with Dominance! The victor had been decided with a swift one-move defeat! Xia Weibao stood on stage, and though she made no move, at that moment, she was looked up to by all. Gazing down from her high position at Jiang Ming who lay on the ground incapable of getting up, she turned around neatly, her long ponytail drawing an impressive arc in midair. Then, without a word, she walked off the stage. Until her figure disappeared, everyone remained silent in the aftershock, unable to come back to their senses for a long time. Everyone was going crazy. If it had been anyone else taken down in one move by Xia Weibao, they wouldn¡¯t have been so shocked. But this person was Jiang Ming. A Jiang Ming who had trained in martial arts at Shaolin Temple! A Jiang Ming who was a rare match within the entire entertainment industry! A Jiang Ming who boldly claimed that Xia Weibao admired his martial arts talents and became his mistress! And now he had been knocked down by Xia Weibao with just one move! The world had gone mad! With Xia Weibao¡¯s domineering skills, would she admire someone who couldn¡¯t even match up to her little finger? It had to be said, Xia Weibao¡¯s move was truly ruthless! It not only aggressively kicked down Jiang Ming and Lin Siqian¡¯s tower but also cleared her name from the scandal without saying a word. She merely made an appearance, and it was enough to make the rumors collapse! Moreover, it was a hard slap to the faces of Jiang Ming and Lin Siqian! ¡°So¡­ so cool.¡± In the crowd, someone started speaking, and then everyone went wild! Once the video was uploaded online, it stirred up a storm! As the storm blew, it swept through all the headlines, monopolizing all the hot searches! ¡°My screen is so dirty, I want to lick it clean.¡± ¡°Oh my god, so cool!¡± ¡°Damn, that last hair-flipping move could keep me cool for a whole year!¡± ¡°I¡¯m totally straight, but that coolness just made my knees weak.¡± ¡°Mom, I¡¯m sorry, I¡¯ve become a fan of my hubby, officially bent.¡± ¡°Keep your wits about you upstairs, stand firm, I¡¯ve been a professional hater for ten thousand years!¡± ¡°I can¡¯t take it anymore, black to fan, no need to thank me.¡± ¡°Even if she¡¯s a bitch, I¡¯m still her fan, damn!¡± ¡°Identified by eye contact, hubby I am coming¡­¡± Jiang Ming and Lin Siqian, who had retreated backstage, watched the online frenzy over Xia Weibao with dour expressions. Jiang Ming was so angry that he flipped the table over. It infuriated him to death! He had spent a fortune to hold a proposal ceremony, originally intending to stomp on Xia Weibao and use her to climb even higher. But unexpectedly, it turned into Xia Weibao¡¯s personal show in the end! And it was a show where she stepped on him to rise to the top! The thought of being trampled underfoot by Xia Weibao like a rat made him so mad he could spit blood! S~ea??h the nov§×lF~ire.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. His reputation was ruined. The mistress scandal had fallen apart on its own. The netizens weren¡¯t fools; Xia Weibao¡¯s strength completely overwhelmed him. Online, there were already many posts saying that he deliberately claimed Xia Weibao seduced him to create hype. Then he angered Xia Weibao, and she came for her revenge. The condemnations were one-sided. The higher he had been lifted before, the harder his fall was now! What made it even worse was that he had always shaped his image as a martial artist, but now he couldn¡¯t even beat a woman, prompting doubts about whether all his martial arts were fake. Using body doubles for fight scenes. It twisted his face with rage! Seeing his Weibo followers plummet while Xia Weibao¡¯s rose sharply made him so mad that he smashed his phone! Looking at Jiang Ming, who was now like a rat crossing the street, Lin Siqian¡¯s eyes were filled with disgust. What a useless waste! He couldn¡¯t even beat a woman and was publicly trampled underfoot! With this scandal, Jiang Ming was done for. Chapter 161 - 161 The Empress Finally Gains Followers Chapter 161: Chapter 161 The Empress Finally Gains Followers Fortunately, the whole incident was orchestrated by Jiang Ming, and she was just passively proposed to, so the impact on her was not significant. As long as she lays low for a while, this matter will gradually fade away. By then, she can break up with Jiang Ming and hold a few concerts. Her reputation will be salvaged. With this thought, Lin Siqian¡¯s complexion improved somewhat. ¡°Jiang Ming, don¡¯t blame me. In tough times, ¡¯tis the instinct of birds to fly away from each other.¡± ¡°You are already done for, I can only save myself.¡± On Weibo, the uproar continued, and the video of Xia Weibao instantly taking down Jiang Ming saw its download numbers skyrocket. Her following on Weibo was also increasing rapidly. It has now reached a hundred thousand followers. Although for a star, a hundred thousand fans are not many. But for the notoriously scandalous Xia Weibao, it was already quite impressive. By the afternoon, it had risen to a hundred and fifty thousand. Seeing this, Xu Jiayang once again showed a smile like that of a mother hen. ¡°I knew Xia Weibao could make a comeback,¡± he said. Sitting across from him, Leng Yan looked over dispassionately. ¡°It¡¯s just a hundred and fifty thousand fans, what¡¯s there to be happy about?¡± Xia Weibao¡¯s reputation was really too tarnished; whitewashing it would hardly be easy. And her career had indeed fluctuated dramatically. With ¡°Dance into the Future,¡± she had certainly attracted a considerable fan base, but after the mistress scandal broke, she was immediately brought back down to her original status. Now she had amassed another wave of fans, but who knew if she would be back in the hot seat again. This issue had also caught Xu Jiayang¡¯s attention. Xia Weibao really seemed to be a magnet for trouble. He had never seen any other female stars in the entertainment industry generate scandals as if it was all just child¡¯s play, the same as her fluctuations in gaining followers. It was all a series of ups and downs. However, this also seemed to match her style; carefree, doing as she pleased. As long as she had a smartphone and a bag of snacks, she really didn¡¯t care about anything else, nor about what others thought of her. When she was happy, she¡¯d attract a wave of fans; when not, she didn¡¯t mind whatever others said about her. It all seemed to leave her unfazed. ¡°Her momentum is strong now; we must give her another boost to turn the tables,¡± Xu Jiayang said, falling into thought. The current situation was very favorable for Xia Weibao. If she could create another surprise, she would definitely make a splash! Only, it was a bit difficult. She danced well, but her last performance was already stunning, and even if she danced again now, it wouldn¡¯t have the same shock factor. Acting was a good selling point, except that ¡°Allure¡± wasn¡¯t finished filming yet. Before the release of ¡°Allure,¡± she had to maintain her popularity to drive the momentum. Xu Jiayang realized that he didn¡¯t really understand Xia Weibao; he didn¡¯t even know what her talents were. So he decided to give her a call and ask. Just as he dialed, he was blocked. Xu Jiayang, ¡°¡­¡± What had he done wrong to be blocked? It wasn¡¯t until half an hour later that Xia Weibao¡¯s call came through. ¡°Sorry, Director Xu, I accidentally blocked you just now. Is there something you needed?¡± The trio munching on chicken next to her watched Xia Weibao talking on the phone while gnawing on chicken feet, speechless. Accidentally blocking someone? She was clearly engrossed in her game just now, and Director Xu¡¯s call had interrupted her. To avoid being disturbed, she blocked him. It was only after finishing a round that she released him from the blacklist and returned the call. sea??h th§× ¦ÇovelFire.¦Çet website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Xu Jiayang was speechless. An accidental block? That was quite an excuse. ¡°Nothing much, I just wanted to ask, do you have any special skills?¡± ¡°My special skill?¡± Xia Weibao blinked, ¡°Does playing games count?¡± Chapter 162 - 162: The Empress is Really Lacking Self-Awareness Chapter 162: Chapter 162: The Empress is Really Lacking Self-Awareness ¡°Playing video games?¡± ¡°Yeah, I¡¯m playing PlayerUnknown¡¯s Battlegrounds right now. Wanna join for a round, Director Xu?¡± Xu Jiayang¡¯s eye twitched fiercely, ¡°Your speciality is PlayerUnknown¡¯s Battlegrounds?!¡± He had indeed often seen her playing the game. But if he remembered correctly, she seemed to have never won¡­ This is also called a speciality? ¡°Yeah.¡± Xia Weibao said without batting an eyelid, ¡°I¡¯m really good at it.¡± Director Xu wiped his sweat, not wanting to crush her spirit, so he asked further, ¡°Besides PlayerUnknown¡¯s Battlegrounds, do you have any other skills?¡± ¡°I¡¯m also amazing at Honor of Kings. Wanna play, Director Xu? I could help you rank up, but my own rank is pretty low, still in Bronze.¡± Xu Jiayang silently hung up the phone; he hadn¡¯t even mentioned that he was Diamond. She, a Bronze, had the nerve to say she was amazing? Leng Yan was speechless, ¡°Is Xia Weibao an idiot?¡± He was Starshine and hadn¡¯t said anything, hadn¡¯t bragged at all. Damn, that woman couldn¡¯t possibly think being Bronze was something to brag about, could she? In the coffee shop, the PlayerUnknown¡¯s Battlegrounds trio gazed at Xia Weibao with eyes filled with awe at how incredibly thick-skinned their leader was. Xia Weibao was puzzled, ¡°What¡¯s up? You guys want me to help you rank up, too?¡± Help them rank up? Big Chicken¡¯s face changed; he covered his privates and said, ¡°I¡¯ve got to pee, gotta run.¡± Second Chicken immediately pulled out his phone, ¡°Sorry, my mom¡¯s calling me home for dinner, I have to leave first.¡± Third Chicken looked left and right, then quickly spit out the pacifier he was chewing on. ¡°Ah, I dropped my pacifier. Need to go find it.¡± And then he scrambled away. Damn! Once upon a time, she had been Gold, but Xia Weibao had dragged her down to Bronze! Letting this gaming black hole continue to lead, she¡¯d likely drop from Bronze I to Bronze III! (Don¡¯t ask why one would demote in Bronze, because the plot demands it) Left alone in the coffee shop, Xia Weibao was utterly confused. What the heck, why did they all run off one by one? Whatever, she might as well go find her little apprentice to rank up. Xiang Chu was enthusiastically studying the weight-loss prescription Xia Weibao had given Lu Huashan. He was very happy to receive a call from Xia Weibao. ¡°Master, are you looking for me for something?¡± S~ea??h the N?vel(F)ire.¦Çet website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. ¡°Little apprentice, I¡¯ll take you to rank up.¡± Baby Xiang Chu¡¯s inner self was rejecting it! Master, you¡¯ve already taken me from Gold to Bronze! But when your dear Master asks, you have to suck it up and do it. Since he had already hit rock bottom, a dead pig doesn¡¯t fear boiling water. Let¡¯s do it! It really must be said that Her Majesty the Empress doesn¡¯t sweat the small stuff. She had sabotaged someone¡¯s marriage proposal, caused an uproar online, and still had the nerve to casually shut the webpage and play games. She didn¡¯t even care to follow what was happening online. On the other hand, Lu Hualiang kept replaying her fighting video, the murderous intent in his eyes almost tangible. Thinking of how the information he had gathered had become a pile of garbage again, it made him want to commit murder! Yang Li sat on the office couch, organizing documents, frighteningly trembling. It was the African sitting next to him who couldn¡¯t stop ranting about Xia Weibao. ¡°I really don¡¯t get what the master was thinking, actually marrying Xia Weibao. That sort of woman isn¡¯t even fit to warm Master¡¯s bed!¡± ¡°And now she¡¯s even taken over Lu Garden, so vain!¡± ¡°The women in the entertainment industry are all dirty and pretentious, a bunch of weaklings that fall over with a gust of wind. Just looking at them irritates me. How is a woman who can¡¯t stand a breeze fit for the master? Brother, don¡¯t you agree?¡± Yang Li silently observed his constantly complaining brother. He had become as dark as an African, yet why couldn¡¯t his mouth learn to keep shut? Chapter 163 - 163 Brother, Im in Love! Chapter 163: Chapter 163 Brother, I¡¯m in Love! Indeed, this person was none other than Yang Jian, who had been banished to Africa not long ago. Having only just been recalled, he was already courting disaster again. As expected, upon hearing Yang Jian¡¯s words, Lu Hualiang¡¯s expression darkened further. The murderous intent in his eyes grew more intense, causing the temperature of the entire office to drop. Yang Li¡¯s legs began to tremble. As for Yang Jian, whether his brain was missing a neuron or his wires were crossed, he lacked any ability to read the room. Seeing Lu Hualiang¡¯s face turn grim, he thought he had hit the nail on the head. He believed he had resonated with Lu Hualiang. Therefore, he grew even more enthusiastic in his criticism of Xia Weibao. His demeanor was arrogant, his gaze disdainful. He was Lu Hualiang¡¯s head of bodyguards, who admired the strong. In his eyes, the fist was the ultimate argument; the strong ruled! That was exactly why he followed Lu Hualiang so loyally. Someone like Lu Hualiang should marry a wife who¡¯s both literate and martial, a strong woman! Not some useless starlet. What irked him the most was that this starlet¡¯s reputation stank to high heaven! Recently, she¡¯d been embroiled in a scandal, playing the role of a mistress. Ha! A married woman acting so unseemly, seducing other men¡ªthat was a slap in the face of his master! So, Yang Jian held Xia Weibao in contempt, looking down on her from the bottom of his heart. ¡°Master, a woman like Xia Weibao, who has no sense of propriety, doesn¡¯t warrant any consideration of emotions. Just divorce her.¡± At the mention of divorce, Lu Hualiang¡¯s pupils constricted. The temperature in the office plummeted to freezing, the air almost turning to ice! Scared, Yang Li kicked at Yang Jian. Courting death. The master had just narrowly escaped disaster today, and his temper was still flaring. How dare you stand directly in the line of fire! Yang Jian, kicked without a clue, exclaimed, ¡°Bro, why the hell did you kick me?¡± Yang Li ground his teeth, Idiot! The master is trying to make his presence felt, and here you are, singing a contrary tune. If you want to die, don¡¯t drag me down with you! ¡°Say less.¡± ¡°I¡¯m speaking the truth. Xia Weibao is not fit to be our mistress. Besides, the master doesn¡¯t like her, so why let her ruin his reputation.¡± ¡°You idiot!¡± Yang Jian was baffled by the insult. Had his brother been bought off by Xia Weibao? What a cunning woman! Just then, Yang Li¡¯s phone buzzed. He took it out to look. He opened Weibo, and the video of Xia Weibao hitting Jiang Ming popped up immediately. It was the moment she caught Jiang Ming¡¯s hand and threw him over her shoulder, sending him crashing to the ground. Dressed in white sportswear, with her high ponytail neat and tidy, she exuded a vibrant youthfulness that even the screen couldn¡¯t contain. Her actions were quick, precise, and ruthless, utterly decisive. Laymen watch for fun, experts watch for skill. To the average person, Xia Weibao¡¯s moves might just seem cool and stylish. But to someone like Yang Jian, skilled in martial arts, that was no small feat. The timing and the actions were very precise, leaving the opponent utterly powerless. Expert! This woman was definitely an expert! S~ea??h the N?vel(F)ire.n§×t website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. And although her movements seemed gentle, the burst of power at the critical moment was shocking! Yang Jian was so captivated that he pounced forward, his eyes practically glued to the phone screen. What a cool woman! And when he saw Xia Weibao standing on Jiang Ming¡¯s chest, disdainfully uttering the word ¡°trash,¡± his heart felt as if it had been struck by Cupid¡¯s arrow. His heart began to pound furiously, a sensation of being smitten! Yang Jian excitedly grabbed Yang Li¡¯s arm, ¡°Bro, I¡¯m in love.¡± Chapter 164 - 164 Secretary Yang Bends Chapter 164: Chapter 164 Secretary Yang Bends As soon as these words were spoken, the office was immediately swept by a chilling wind. An expanse of icy coldness, snow drifting for thousands of miles. Feeling a strong killing intent bearing down on him, Yang Jian suddenly felt some panic. However, always being thick-skinned, he had no idea what he had said wrong. Yang Li looked at his brother with sympathy, poor thing. He¡¯d just returned, and now who knows where he¡¯d be sent off to. Lu Hualiang withdrew his gaze expressionlessly, ¡°Yang Jian, there¡¯s been a problem at the Antarctic Base, go handle it.¡± Yang Jian was on the brink of tears; my lord, could I apply to go to Africa instead? His face drooping, he turned to his own brother for help. Yang Li showed a face helpless as he pointed to the woman in the video, ¡°She is Xia Weibao.¡± Yang Jian¡¯s eyes immediately bulged, sending a ¡®Chill Chill¡¯ to himself. Shit, my goddess is actually Xia Weibao! It really wasn¡¯t his fault for not recognizing her. He was just a brute, with eyes only for martial arts and his master¡¯s safety, never caring for the affairs of the entertainment industry. Knowing Xia Weibao¡¯s infamous reputation was only because she was Lu Hualiang¡¯s fianc¨¦e, so he had heard bits and pieces here and there. As for what Xia Weibao looked like, who the hell knew? And even if he had known what Xia Weibao looked like, he wouldn¡¯t have realized the woman in the video was her. Because he didn¡¯t look at faces, only noticing her martial arts moves, thus his heart was zapped by a current. But now. Shit! I actually said I was in love with my master¡¯s woman. Being sent to Antarctica was likely getting off easy. Just thinking about that forsaken place in Antarctica where not even a bird would shit, he suddenly sat up straight. Instant brown-noser, flattery came to him as naturally as spilling beans. ¡°The young lady is like a fish sinking and a goose falling, closing the moon and shaming flowers with her nation-toppling beauty and heavenly allure, a naturally stunning and incomparably beautiful woman who can stand toe to toe with any man, and the master is dashing and suave, like a towering tree in a strong wind, immensely talented with a commanding presence, rich and young with a sharp wit and unmatched martial prowess, truly invincible with an awe-inspiring aura that shakes all directions; they are simply a match made in heaven, a couple of talents and beauties, heroes and breathtaking women, handsome boys and pretty girls, a perfect union crafted by the gods.¡± So they say, human potential is limitless. When a person is fighting for their life, hell, even an idiot can turn into a flattery fanatic! Watching his normally honest and upright brother suddenly become so slick and uncontested in dishing out flattery, Yang Su silently bowed in his heart. Respect, respect, to think that brother had been hiding your talents; even I am outdone by your flattery. I bestow upon you the nickname ¡®Eunuch Yang,¡¯ please accept it with a smile. Lu Hualiang picked up the phone, ¡°Secretary Yang, book a ticket to Antarctica for Yang Jian immediately.¡± At this moment, Yang Liu was engulfed in watching Xia Weibao¡¯s jerk-bashing video while browsing a lingerie store on her phone. Last time, the young lady said she looked good in sexy clothing, especially the ones that reveal the chest. S§×arch* The N??elFir§×.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. So she decided to pick out a few more sets, to wear them when the young lady visits. Shit, too cool, she¡¯s been utterly charmed! When she received the call from Lu Hualiang, she was baffled. What happened to the second brother? He had just been transferred back from Africa at noon, and in less than an hour, he¡¯s being sent to Antarctica? Yang Jian wanted to cry; he dared not speak carelessly again. At the same time, he felt a deep regret in his heart, his first love, his goddess, such a great woman was being spoiled by his master, alas. After Yang Li dragged Yang Jian out to be punished, the office quieted down. Lu Hualiang stared at the screen, the woman¡¯s smiling face becoming ever more gloomy. All that flooded his mind were images of her in his arms, thinking of another man. With a snap, the pen in his hand was broken in two. Damn woman, can¡¯t you go a day without stirring up romance troubles! Chapter 165 - 165 The Theme Song of Chapter 165: Chapter 165 The Theme Song of ¡°Allure After some thought, he made a phone call home. Having walked away silently last night, he was unsure how Xia Weibao was doing now, and whether she might be a bit resentful towards him. However, he was destined to be disappointed. From Housekeeper Fu, he learned that Xia Weibao had moved to the guest room overnight, had breakfast as usual in the morning, and then left. Suddenly feeling weary. Xia Weibao was absolutely one of the most heartless women he had ever seen! After he¡¯d shown his displeasure and left last night, she actually moved to the guest room. Was it that in her eyes, her husband was dispensable? Whether he was happy or angry, it didn¡¯t seem to matter to her. Or was it that only that man existed in her heart and to her, he was just a passerby? The light from the floor-to-ceiling window spilled in from behind, making it impossible to see his face against the light. But one could feel a deep sense of powerlessness emanating from his bones. Xia Weibao was embarking on a new round of battles, suddenly feeling a bit down. Caught off guard, she was taken down with a single shot. Staring at the character that had died on her phone screen, she felt a void in her heart. Lifting her hand to touch where her heart was, His Majesty, is it you thinking of your concubine? Why did she suddenly think of him¡­ Suddenly losing interest in the game, and looking at the chilled chicken feet beside her, her appetite vanished as well. She stood up and returned to the set. The Dog Emperor was a thing of the past. In this strange world, she was alone, needing to work to support herself. She had requested leave from Xu Jiayang that morning because she had a plan to disrupt a scene. Now that she was back, she naturally had to let him know. She only found out that Xu Jiayang had just gone to the recording studio after asking the crew. Sear?h the N??eFire.¦Çet website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Inside the recording studio, Xu Jiayang was taking a call with a grim expression. ¡°Director Xu, I¡¯m really sorry, it¡¯s not that Siqian refuses to help you, but her schedule is just too packed. Siqian¡¯s national tour is about to begin, and she¡¯s been in intense rehearsals recently, plus she¡¯s got to be on the ¡®Heavenly Voice¡¯ show in a few days. She doesn¡¯t even have time to sleep. I¡¯m really sorry, you¡¯ll have to find someone else,¡± the voice on the phone said. The more Xu Jiayang listened, the darker his expression became. Last-minute changes that derailed all his plans were frustrating for anyone. But since the other side had put it that way, he couldn¡¯t say much else. ¡°Alright then, I¡¯ll look for someone else,¡± he said. After speaking, he hung up the call and sighed heavily. On the other end of the phone, Lin Siqian, seeing her manager Liu Xing hang up, asked absentmindedly, ¡°How did it go?¡± Liu Xing smiled at her, ¡°Xu Jiayang said he¡¯ll look for someone else.¡± Lin Siqian leaned lazily on the tatami mat, her expression one of disdain, ¡°With his current status, who could he possibly find?¡± ¡°That¡¯s right, it¡¯s only because you were mindful of past favors that you agreed to sing the theme song for ¡®Allure.¡¯ Everyone else has been avoiding him like the plague,¡± Liu Xing remarked. Mentioning this made Lin Siqian even more impatient, and a sense of disgust washed over her. Back when she was just a small-time singer, it was Xu Jiayang who had her sing the theme song for his movie, which led to her instant fame. Subsequently, she formed a public relationship with Jiang Ming, climbing her way to her current status as one of the divas in the music industry. One could say that she was a star Xu Jiayang had helped to rise. So when Xu Jiayang approached her to help sing the theme song for ¡®Allure,¡¯ although she was somewhat repulsed by this attempt to leverage their relationship, she agreed in light of the help he¡¯d given her at the start of her career. But who could have anticipated that Xia Weibao would ruin her proposal today, causing her to lose face! She¡¯d be crazy to promote ¡®Allure¡¯! Chapter 166 - 166: The Empress Wants to Sing the Theme Song Chapter 166: Chapter 166: The Empress Wants to Sing the Theme Song Lin Siqian wore an expression of contempt. ¡°Xu Jiayang, don¡¯t blame me for being ungrateful, blame yourself for picking Xia Weibao as the female lead!¡± ¡°Keep an eye on whom he finds to sing.¡± He absolutely must not find the right person for the job. ¡°Xia Weibao, you ruined my reputation, I will destroy your acting career!¡± You dream of turning the tables with ¡®Allure,¡¯ but there¡¯s no chance! Lin Siqian was confident in her plan, with her current status in the music scene, no one would dare to cross her. No matter which famous singer Xu Jiayang approached, she could stop them! Inside the recording studio, Xu Jiayang stared at his phone, somewhat self-mockingly. Indeed, the world is cold and indifferent. After so many years, he still hadn¡¯t seen through the fickleness of human relationships, the weakness of human hearts. He still deluded himself into thinking Lin Siqian would lend him a hand. Today she was a rising Diva, spreading fame all over Jiangnan and Nanbei. How could she sing the theme song for his mere web series, it would be beneath her. To say he wasn¡¯t disheartened would be a lie. Back when Lin Siqian was just a minor singer, her family fell ill, in need of money, receiving only cold looks. He pitied her, so he took a risk and let her sing the movie theme song, helping her become an overnight sensation. At that time, he was at the peak of his career, the film hadn¡¯t even aired yet and was already a hit, countless top divas were breaking their heads to sing for him for free. But he rejected them all, took a gamble, and gave the opportunity to the newcomer Lin Siqian. It could be said, he was Lin Siqian¡¯s benefactor. Now that he had fallen on hard times, he couldn¡¯t find anyone to sing the theme song. Having no one else to turn to, he sought out Lin Siqian, hoping she would remember his past favor and help him out. But who would have thought, she would agree and then go back on her word. Xu Jiayang, reflecting on the past years, truly experienced the warmth and chill of human relationships. After all the ups and downs, he could narrate endless tales of how the world turns. Just as he was at a loss for what to do, the door to the recording studio was suddenly pushed open. ¡°Director Xu, what are you doing?¡± Xia Weibao frowned, that expression, looked as if someone¡¯s champion account had been stolen? Xu Jiayang tossed the sheet music to one side, his hair practically turning white from worry. ¡°Baby, do you know anyone who can sing?¡± ¡°You¡¯re looking for a singer? Thinking of going karaoke?¡± Xia Weibao asked nonchalantly, casually picking up the music sheet. It was well written, a song with ancient style, and the lyrics were beautiful. But from her perspective as someone from ancient times, a few minor tweaks could perhaps add even more classical flair. Xu Jiayang was somewhat speechless. If he wanted to go karaoke, he would just go to a KTV, why look for a singer? This woman¡¯s way of thinking really was something else, all about eating and playing. ¡°The singer for ¡®Allure¡¯s theme song backed out at the last minute. Can¡¯t find anyone to do it now.¡± Xia Weibao frowned, then with a mocking look, said, ¡°Director Xu, you¡¯re out of money again, aren¡¯t you?¡± Her words hit the bullseye, Xu Jiayang¡¯s face couldn¡¯t have been more expressive. Indeed, the production team didn¡¯t have the money to hire someone¡­ He grimaced awkwardly, ¡°Funds have been a bit tight recently, if we could find someone a bit cheaper, that would be best¡­¡± ¡°Me, me!¡± Xia Weibao was very excited. ¡°I can sing.¡± Especially ancient style songs, who could be better than her, an actual person from olden times? Xu Jiayang smacked his forehead, how could he have forgotten, Xia Weibao started as a singer. He then put on an expression as endearing as an old mother¡¯s, holding Xia Weibao¡¯s hand with great satisfaction, ¡°Baby, you¡¯re a talented singer, your talents mustn¡¯t be buried, the theme song depends on you now.¡± Xia Weibao waved her hand grandly, ¡°No problem, considering how poor you are, we can negotiate the fee. What rank are you in ¡®King¡¯s Glory¡¯, Director Xu?¡± S§×arch* The NovelFire.net* website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Chapter 167 - 167 Director Xu Feels Devastated Chapter 167: Chapter 167 Director Xu Feels Devastated ¡°Diamond, why are you asking about this?¡± Seeing Xia Weibao scratching her hand, Xu Jiayang had a foreboding feeling¡­ Xia Weibao excitedly pounced over, her eyes so bright she almost knelt down and called him ¡°Daddy¡±¡ªsuch skill! ¡°Director Xu, take me to play ranked matches, what if I sing the theme song for free?¡± She had been stuck in Bronze for a long time. Xu Jiayang¡¯s face stiffened. Take her to play ranked matches? With her skill level, a professional liability? He silently took out a ledger, ¡°Let me calculate how much budget we still have.¡± Xia Weibao, ¡°¡­¡± That hurt. He would rather pay money than play King of Glory with her. ¡°What do you mean, Director Xu!¡± Xu Jiayang looked up expressionlessly, ¡°We are not the same.¡± He was Diamond, he couldn¡¯t carry a Bronze like her. Her Majesty the Empress¡¯s heart was shattering! That Xu must want to infuriate her to death so he could inherit her King of Glory account! After a lot of soft-begging and hard-pleading, Xu Jiayang eventually sold his conscience for a sum of money. He took her to play a match. However, Her Majesty the Empress¡¯s luck wasn¡¯t too good, the opponents were five Diamonds, teammates were four Diamonds, and only she was Bronze¡­ That was pretty awkward. The result was predictable, killed throughout the game. Her Majesty the Empress refused to accept this outcome. In the end, she tearfully sang the theme song. But anger aside, the Empress was very dedicated and personally revised the lyrics and melody. The final product excited Xu Jiayang so much that he handed over his Diamond account with both hands. Her Majesty the Empress was very happy, taking Xu Jiayang¡¯s Diamond account to battle her enemies. Then within a day, she turned Diamond into Bronze¡­ Xu Jiayang, ¡°¡­¡± Seeing his account turned into Bronze, he was close to tears. Baby, I was wrong, I shouldn¡¯t have lent you to a gaming black hole to play with. From now on, keep clear of Xia Weibao when playing games! Leng Yan couldn¡¯t help but laugh uproariously when he heard about this. Turning a Diamond into a Bronze in one day, what a talent. Xu Jiayang felt the pain, giving Leng Yan a mournful look, ¡°Laugh again and see if I don¡¯t let her play with your Starshine account.¡± Leng Yan immediately clammed up. Starshine is hard to come by, cherish it as you go. ¡°Let¡¯s talk business.¡± Xu Jiayang said, opening his mobile phone recorder, a captivating and melodious voice came out. Leng Yan¡¯s expression became serious, ¡°Who¡¯s singing?¡± That voice, a treat for audiophiles. ¡°Xia Weibao.¡± Xu Jiayang said indifferently. Leng Yan¡¯s mouth fell open, damn! It was Xia Weibao again! This woman was defying the heavens, talented in both singing and dancing! ¡°Leng Yan, find a way to get Xia Weibao to join ¡®Heavenly Voice¡¯, with her singing ability, she¡¯s sure to become famous overnight!¡± Xia Weibao was at the height of her popularity, just needed one more push to turn the tide! Leng Yan nodded, the idea was feasible. ¡®Heavenly Voice¡¯ could be said to be the hottest singing show in recent years, with all participants being highly valued singers. Sear?h the N?vel?ire.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Even the little Diva of the song world, Lin Siqian, participated. You can imagine how significant it was. If she could win the championship, she would absolutely become incredibly famous! It¡¯s just that, ¡®Heavenly Voice¡¯ was starting in a few days, and the participant slots were already fixed, thinking of parachuting in now¡­ Remembering the car he was conned out of, Leng Yan instantly became vigilant, ¡°What are you planning to do!¡± To push Xia Weibao, his company was mortgaged, the car sold, now only a house was left. This best friend couldn¡¯t be thinking of targeting his house, could he? Leng Yan¡¯s thoughts darkened, if Xu Jiayang dared to target his house, he would go down together with him! Chapter 168 - 168: Another White Lotus Flower! Chapter 168: Chapter 168: Another White Lotus Flower! Xu Jiayang glanced at him sideways, ¡°Don¡¯t you know Yin Mulan? Go ask her for help.¡± Leng Yan smacked his forehead, how could he have forgotten that the chief screenwriter of ¡°Heavenly Voice¡± was a good friend of Yin Mulan¡¯s. As long as Yin Mulan spoke up, she would definitely agree to get Xia Weibao in. Only¡­ ¡°Yin Mulan is famously upright and probably won¡¯t help.¡± Leng Yan was in a dilemma. From the final of ¡°Dance into the Future,¡± one could see what kind of person Yin Mulan was. All the judges gave Xia Weibao zero points, except for her, who honestly gave full marks, which showed how principled she was. Xu Jiayang laughed, ¡°She might not help others, but she will definitely help Xia Weibao.¡± Yin Mulan had sneaked to the set to watch Xia Weibao filming, which showed how much she liked Xia Weibao. This favor, she would certainly help with! And sure enough, the result of Leng Yan¡¯s request to Yin Mulan was a surprise to all. She not only helped her parachute in but also found someone to take care of her. ¡°What? Xia Weibao is going to sing the theme song for ¡®Allure¡¯?¡± In Lin Siqian¡¯s studio, suddenly there was an angry roar. Her face darkened, she never expected Xu Jiayang to actually ask Xia Weibao to sing. Xia Weibao had debuted as a singer, but later turned to acting, so she stopped singing. As a result, many people overlooked the fact that she was actually a very impressive singer. Lin Siqian had a headache and waved at Liu Xing, gesturing for him to go out first. Liu Xing hesitated, ¡°Siqian, I¡¯ve received inside information that Xia Weibao is also participating in ¡®Heavenly Voice.¡¯ Recently, Xia Weibao has been very active, probably because Hongtu Media wants to promote her. I¡¯m afraid that in order to hype her up, Hongtu will publicize the fact that you refused to sing the theme song for ¡®Allure.¡¯ Lin Siqian squinted her eyes, everybody knew that Xu Jiayang was her mentor, and if the news of her refusal to sing got out, she would likely be accused of being ungrateful. This would greatly affect her reputation! Especially since she had just gone through the engagement scandal, now was the most sensitive time. She absolutely could not let any adverse comments spread! Her thoughts whirred, and she slowly smiled. ¡°Then¡­ let¡¯s strike first!¡± Take down Xu Jiayang and Xia Weibao in one fell swoop! The next day, news suddenly broke on the internet that Lin Siqian would sing the theme song for ¡®Allure¡¯ out of friendship, to help promote the drama! That day, the topic #LinSiqianvsAllure# rocketed to the hot topics, pushing Xia Weibao¡¯s headline of episodically thrashing scumbags down. Lin Siqian was a rising star among the new generation of Divas, with a bright future ahead. Many big drama productions offered her a high price to sing their theme songs, which she disdained. But now she was singing out of friendship for an internet drama that was boycotted by netizens. And it was even directed by Xu Jiayang, known as the number one scumbag director in the industry. This turn of events was shocking to many. Sear?h the Nov§×l?ire.n(e)t website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. So, people dug up the past relationships between Lin Siqian and Xu Jiayang, and it caused a stir! ¡ªPerhaps Xu Jiayang asked Lin Siqian to sing, didn¡¯t expect Lin Siqian to be so loyal and righteous. ¡ªYeah, really unexpected, now who doesn¡¯t turn and run at the sight of Xu Jiayang, but she still remembers the favor from the beginning. ¡ªSiqian is a pretty good person, I¡¯ve been a fan of hers for a long time, just a shame that she ended up with a jerk. ¡ªYeah, what¡¯s most rare and valuable is, even now that Jiang Ming is so down and out, she hasn¡¯t broken up with him. ¡ªNowadays, it¡¯s really rare to find someone so loving and faithful¡­ By the time Xu Jiayang received the news, it had already spread far and wide, known to everyone. Chapter 169 - 169: Self-directed and self-acted, with high finesse! Chapter 169: Chapter 169: Self-directed and self-acted, with high finesse! Seeing the news on the internet, both Xu Jiayang and Xia Weibao who were in the recording studio getting ready for their final recording session were bewildered. The news was aggressive but also inexplicable. Xia Weibao¡¯s eyes narrowed slightly, ¡°When something is out of the ordinary, there must be something wrong!¡± With her years of experience in court intrigues, she was certain there was a problem with this situation! Xu Jiayang immediately called Lin Siqian, wanting to get to the bottom of it. However, before he could make the call, Lin Siqian¡¯s agent Liu Xing came out to refute the rumors. He stood in front of the camera, answering the reporters¡¯ questions calmly, ¡°Regarding the rumors on the internet about Siqian offering to sing for ¡®Allure¡¯s theme song as a favor, let me explain. Previously, Director Xu did indeed contact our Siqian, hoping she would sing, but because Siqian has been particularly busy recently, not only does she have to prepare for a national tour, but she¡¯s also vigorously gearing up for ¡®Heavenly Voice,¡¯ sleeping only one hour a day. Siqian really wanted to help, after all, Director Xu had helped her before, and one has to be grateful. However, it¡¯s a case of the spirit is willing but the flesh is weak. So, in the end, she did not agree. As for why such rumors would spread on the internet, we are not clear about that.¡± Once Liu Xing¡¯s explanation was out, everyone was confused. What was going on? If Lin Siqian had not agreed to sing, then why would such a rumor have spread? And to cause such an uproar at that. Xu Jiayang¡¯s face darkened; having been targeted himself in the past, he knew all too well that the rapid development of this event was likely backed by a marketing team. But who was behind it? Lin Siqian? And what was her purpose? To release such news and then step out to clarify without causing any impact¡ªwasn¡¯t this a futile effort? ¡°Director Xu, you¡¯re in trouble,¡± Xia Weibao said on the side, munching on snacks and taking pleasure in Xu¡¯s misfortune. As experienced as she was, she saw right through Lin Siqian¡¯s scheme. Then she suddenly thought of something, her expression changed, ¡°I¡¯m in trouble too!¡± If Xu Jiayang was targeted, she could not escape either! She quickly took out her phone and dialed Third Chicken. ¡°Third Chicken, find out immediately who posted the thread on the internet, I need the precise ID, and quickly!¡± ¡°Boss, why are you looking into that? Is it urgent? I¡¯m still playing a game.¡± ¡°What game? Battle royale or MOBA? Forget it, spit! Forget games, are you out of your mind? Your boss is about to be slandered again! Hurry up!¡± ¡°Oh, okay okay, boss, blow me a kiss first.¡± Xia Weibao, ¡°¡­¡± I¡¯ll blow you a big fat nothing! Just then, new developments broke on the internet suggesting that this morning¡¯s news had been released by Xu Jiayang himself! Xia Weibao¡¯s face turned pale; this was bad! She was one step too late! Seeing the latest updates on the internet, Xu Jiayang also figured out what Lin Siqian was up to. His expression was somber. He truly hadn¡¯t expected Lin Siqian to be so ruthless! He had no feud with her¡ªon the contrary, he had done her favors. Even if she couldn¡¯t help, was it necessary to drive him into a corner? Clearly, Lin Siqian intended to knock them down with a single blow, not giving them any chance to catch their breath. As the issue broke, her personal assistant suddenly appeared before the cameras, decrying Xu Jiayang¡¯s ¡°misdeeds.¡± She looked incredibly wronged, ¡°Director Xu went too far. He came to us before, asking Siqian for help with singing the theme song for ¡®Allure¡¯ and even demanded Siqian to help with the promotion. Siqian really had no time, so she kindly declined. To our surprise, Director Xu turned hostile on the spot, brought up past favors, saying Siqian owed her fame to him, and now she should help him out. He even threatened Siqian, stating if she didn¡¯t oblige, he would tarnish her reputation and call her ungrateful. Siqian was in a difficult position. Of course, she would help if she could, but she truly had no time; should she be denied even the last hour of sleep? Eventually, they parted on bad terms, with Director Xu hurling insults as he left, calling her ungrateful and a white-eyed wolf. Siqian was reduced to tears. We thought that was the end of it, but unexpectedly, Director Xu announced it unilaterally, as if he had made a preemptive move. He is clearly forcing our Siqian to submit! Wanting to ride on Siqian¡¯s fame for his own publicity. How could he do this, completely ignoring Siqian¡¯s situation¡ªis he trying to work her to death? I truly feel for our Siqian!¡± Sear?h the ¦ÇovelFire.¦Çet website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Chapter 170 - 170: The Empresss Fans Have Disappeared Again Chapter 170: Chapter 170: The Empress¡¯s Fans Have Disappeared Again Xu Jiayang slammed his fist onto the table, ¡°Where did I offend her!¡± Damn it, it¡¯s one thing not to help, but why the hell is she biting back at me! Xia Weibao sneered coldly, ¡°There are two possibilities. The first is that she¡¯s afraid you¡¯ll expose her ingratitude, so she struck first to gain the upper hand. The second is that she¡¯s targeting me. I messed up her proposal this morning, so she must hold a grudge against me and now wants to ruin my acting career.¡± These people nowadays are each more ruthless than the last! Xu Jiayang¡¯s face became as dark as the deep waters, ¡°What do we do now.¡± Xia Weibao spread her hands, ¡°Deal with it.¡± Now that Lin Siqian has made her move, she won¡¯t give us any chance to turn things around! Just wait, it won¡¯t be long before her next move comes out. Sure enough, just as this thought occurred to her, new information exploded on the internet. Lin Siqian appeared in front of the media with a haggard face, her complexion so pale it looked as if she might drop dead any second. ¡°I¡¯m very sorry for my assistant¡¯s actions. The situation isn¡¯t how she described it. Director Xu is a good director, and I hope everyone won¡¯t misunderstand him. He has been of great help to me, and it¡¯s only right to help him in his time of need. As long as he asks, I¡¯ll sing the theme for ¡®Allure¡¯.¡± To the outside, her words seemed to absolve Xu Jiayang, but in reality, she gave him another dark smear. After speaking, she even swayed slightly, as if she could collapse at any moment. This image of her on the brink of passing out from exhaustion sent her fans into an uproar! They cried out in distress. ¡ª¡ªDamn it! Does Xu Jiayang have no shame? ¡ª¡ªExactly, exploiting kindness to take revenge, such a complete piece of scum! ¡ª¡ªI hate it the most when someone does a small favor and then acts as if it was a huge debt, expecting something in return, disgusting ¡ª¡ªWhat kind of director there is, such is the crew. Goddess, don¡¯t sing the song, we support you all the way! ¡ª¡ªFirmly boycott ¡®Allure¡¯, ¡®Allure¡¯ is blacklisted for life! ¡­ Soon, the hashtag #TheGoddessShouldNotSing stormed the trending charts. Xu Jiayang¡¯s reputation was already not great, and this uproar had people digging up his dark past that had been forgotten and flogging the dead horse. The extent of this vilification nearly caught up to Xia Weibao¡¯s recent image! In no time, another post went viral, saying that under the pressure of public opinion, Xu Jiayang no longer dared to pester Lin Siqian, and consequently the theme song of ¡®Allure¡¯ had been switched to Xia Weibao. And so, the following Her Majesty the Empress had finally gained was plummeting again¡­ Watching her Weibo followers drop like a failing stock, Her Majesty the Empress turned her sorrow into appetite and ferociously munched on hot strips. While munching, she also wiped away tears. Xu Jiayang watched speechlessly, ¡°Are those tears from the spiciness, or are you actually sad?¡± Xia Weibao lifted her head, her eyes brimming with tears, ¡°Don¡¯t get me wrong, Director Xu, I¡¯m not greedy for food, I¡¯m just too sad. My followers are disappearing again.¡± Wah, why does every scandal have to drag me in! Leng Yan, who got the news, was furious! ¡°Eat, eat, eat, that¡¯s all you ever do!¡± Looking at Xia Weibao who was nonchalantly eating and living the good life and then at Xu Jiayang who was coolly leveling up in King of Glory, Leng Yan felt nothing but hatred. How did I end up with these two scandal magnets!!! The company had held out, the car was sold, his entire investment in his goddess depended on these two, but they didn¡¯t seem to care at all! S§×arch* The N??eFire.¦Çet website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Could anything be more infuriating? ¡°Think of a solution now, and if my goddess is ruined, you two are going to compensate me!¡± Xu Jiayang cracked an eyelid, flipping his hand toward Xia Weibao, ¡°How about I give her to you as compensation.¡± Leng Yan glanced at Xia Weibao, who was snacking on hot strips while playing her game and silently turned his head. He might as well remain single for life. Chapter 171 - 171: Leng Yans Starshine is in a sorry state Chapter 171: Chapter 171: Leng Yan¡¯s Starshine is in a sorry state Upon hearing Xu Jiayang¡¯s words, Xia Weibao managed to tear herself away from the game and struck a very enticing pose. She was about to ask Leng Yan how she compared to his goddess. Having heard about Leng Yan¡¯s goddess from Xu Jiayang a few times, she was somewhat curious about that woman. But unexpectedly, Leng Yan had an expression on his face as if he¡¯d rather become a monk than give her a second glance! This greatly stung Xia Weibao¡¯s pride, ¡°What do you mean, boss? Am I that bad?¡± Xu Jiayang chimed in, ¡°Yeah, is Baby really that bad? She¡¯s pretty and capable too.¡± Leng Yan, ¡°¡­¡± The surname Xu, don¡¯t you feel any remorse? Staring at Xu Jiayang, still stuck at Bronze Rank and trying to match, Leng Yan¡¯s gaze was filled with malice. ¡°She¡¯s indeed very capable, capable of dragging you down to Bronze.¡± Xu Jiayang, ¡°¡­¡± Despicable, he¡¯s rubbing salt in my wounds! Upon mentioning King Rank, Xia Weibao¡¯s eyes lit up, and she was so excited that the spicy stick fell from her mouth onto the floor. She quickly picked it up and then solemnly handed it to Leng Yan. ¡°Boss, I¡¯ll treat you to a spicy stick. By the way, I heard your King Rank has reached Starshine, right?¡± Looking at the greasy mess in his hand, Leng Yan felt his scalp tingle. ¡°Xia Weibao!¡± These two tone-deaf people were driving him so crazy he felt like he was on the verge of a heart attack. Shaking off the grease from his hand, he gritted his teeth, ¡°Hurry up and think of a way to settle this mess.¡± The scandal on the internet was boiling over; at this rate, ¡°Allure¡± was truly doomed! He had never seen a drama go through so many ridiculously thrilling twists and turns! Unfazed by the chaos, Xu Jiayang continued to play his ranked games, ¡°What¡¯s the rush?¡± Xia Weibao, wholly engrossed in piggybacking on Xu Jiayang¡¯s ranked games, had another spicy stick in her mouth. She spoke unclearly, ¡°Exactly, why the panic? Let¡¯s talk after I reach Diamond.¡± After saying that, she had a sudden inspiration and coughed twice, ¡°Ahem, boss, this matter is rather thorny, probably not so easy to resolve.¡± Sear?h the NovelFire.net* website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. ¡°No kidding!¡± Leng Yan was infuriated, flames practically shooting from his eyes. If it were easy to solve, would he be this alarmed, his hair practically falling out? ¡°Yeah, it¡¯s such a brain-drainer. So, boss, if I can fix this mess, is there a reward?¡± After hearing her words, Xu Jiayang looked up, then looked down again. Eyes on the screen, mind on the game, he stayed focused on gaming. If there was a pit to fall into, they should fall together. Why should he be the only Bronze here? Leng Yan, with no friends¡¯ advice to follow, joyfully leaped into the pit, ¡°What reward do you want?¡± ¡°How about letting me play on your Starshine account for a day? I¡¯ve never played at Starshine before.¡± Leng Yan sneered, who did she think she was? Lin Siqian had come prepared for the recent scandal; if it were so easy to solve, not only would he lend her his Starshine account, he¡¯d help her reach Starshine himself! So, Leng Yan agreed to his fate quite straightforwardly, ¡°Okay!¡± ¡°Thanks, boss.¡± Xia Weibao was overjoyed, her smile beaming from ear to ear. ¡°What¡¯s your plan to handle it?¡± ¡°Don¡¯t have one yet.¡± But she had already sent out the Third Chicken investigation team. Back in the day, she had her own Imperial Harem, watching the concubines perform their power struggles in front of her every day. With such bountiful experience, could she not handle a mere Lin Siqian? Starshine, wait for your empress; she was about to grace you with her presence! Seeing her drooling with anticipation, Leng Yan had a bad feeling. Should he start a smurf account first? The incident was so malicious, the internet was filled with vitriol, and Xia Weibao didn¡¯t even have the courage to look at Weibo. She had originally thought the Third Chicken squad would have the matter sorted out within two days. But unexpectedly, the Three Chickens had been so engrossed in their games for two straight days and nights, they ended up getting IV drips at the hospital. Chapter 172 - 172: Gentle as Water, From Now On She Can Only Dance for Him Chapter 172: Chapter 172: Gentle as Water, From Now On She Can Only Dance for Him Xia Weibao, ¡°¡­¡± Is it deadly not to play games for a day! I¡¯m taking care of serious business now, and those three actually ran off to play games all night! Third Chicken already had some health issues. Big Chicken said it seemed like he had been hurt before, became dull, and was left with lingering problems. As for the specifics, the three of them refused to say more. Xia Weibao could only give up. It¡¯s just that, with Third Chicken sick now, it¡¯s expected he won¡¯t be able to get out of bed for half a month. So the investigation into Lin Siqian will have to be postponed. However, time waits for no one. ¡°Heavenly Voice¡± is starting in just two days. Xia Weibao looked solemn, now the outside world was full of criticism, with many people antagonistic towards her. Especially Lin Siqian¡¯s fans, who almost daily took a ¡®day trip¡¯ to her and Xu Jiayang¡¯s microblogs, conveniently leaving behind a trail of filthy language to prove they had been there. Under such circumstances, to participate in ¡°Heavenly Voice¡±, let alone advancing, she might get virtually lynched by the crowd! But giving up on this show was out of the question. The original owner of this body debuted as a singer; music was another dream for the original owner, apart from acting. Since she had taken over someone else¡¯s body, she had to fulfill this dream! Just as she was worried about how to participate, Sister Tong¡¯s call came in. ¡°Baby, there¡¯s been a change in the ¡®Heavenly Voice¡¯ program schedule, but it¡¯s a good thing for you.¡± ¡°What change?¡± ¡°It¡¯s that during the preliminaries, the performances will be done wearing masks, and then the audience will vote to score them. This is to ensure fairness and impartiality. Everyone wearing masks; with no one knowing who is who, they will vote solely based on how good the singing is.¡± While some people can recognize the singer based on their voice, not everyone can guess correctly. Xia Weibao frowned, why did she feel like this rule change was tailored just for her? With her current reputation, if she went on stage, she would certainly get slated, with no one likely to vote for her. Just now she was thinking about how not to be recognized by everyone. And then the rules changed. ¡°Sister Tong, tell me the truth, is someone helping me?¡± S§×ar?h the ¦ÇovelFire.¦Çet website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Sister Tong laughed, ¡°I knew I couldn¡¯t hide it from you. Baby, this time you should thank Teacher Yin Mulan. She secured your spot, and she used her connections to change the rules for you.¡± Xia Weibao was a little surprised. Yin Mulan? The chief judge from ¡°Dance into the Future¡± last time? She only met Yin Mulan once during the finals of ¡°Dance into the Future¡± and hadn¡¯t interacted with her since. Why would she help her? Regardless, since she had helped her so much, it was definitely necessary to pay her a visit to express her thanks. So Xia Weibao inquired about Yin Mulan¡¯s residence and then went to her place with a gift. Without making an appointment beforehand, she thought it would be difficult to meet someone of Yin Mulan¡¯s status, but Yin Mulan was actually waiting for her personally at the door. Xia Weibao was flabbergasted. It was rumored that Yin Mulan carried herself with very high esteem. Previously, Lin Mier had tried to become her disciple and racked her brains but failed to even catch a glimpse of her. Yet now she personally welcomed her, which was truly surprising. ¡°Teacher Yin, thank you for your help.¡± Yin Mulan smiled and shook her head, ¡°It was a trifling matter.¡± Xia Weibao smiled awkwardly, ¡°Teacher Yin, may I ask you a question.¡± ¡°No need to be so formal, just ask whatever you want.¡± ¡°Why did you help me?¡± Yin Mulan¡¯s face stiffened slightly, ¡°Actually, I have a personal favor to ask of you, Baby. Could you perform ¡®Gentle as Water¡¯ for me one more time?¡± Xia Weibao was about to say yes, but for some reason, she suddenly thought of Lu Hualiang¡¯s words. He said that from now on, she could only dance for him. Chapter 173 - 173 Invitation from Huaxia National Studies Association Headquarters Chapter 173: Chapter 173 Invitation from Huaxia National Studies Association Headquarters Seeing her hesitate, Yin Mulan furrowed her brows, ¡°What¡¯s wrong? Can¡¯t you do it?¡± Xia Weibao smiled apologetically, ¡°Teacher Yin, I¡¯m sorry, I once promised someone that from now on, I would only dance for him.¡± ¡°Oh, is that so.¡± Yin Mulan felt somewhat disappointed and then smiled awkwardly, ¡°That person is really lucky, is it someone you like?¡± Xia Weibao¡¯s face turned slightly red as she muttered softly, ¡°It¡¯s not someone I like.¡± Strange, Lu Hualiang and Dog Emperor had both said the same thing, but why did she think only of Lu Hualiang at that moment? Was it because of the environment? Seeing her slightly embarrassed, Yin Mulan thought she was shy and smiled knowingly, picking up the tea on the table to take a sip, she said nothing more. Her considerateness made Xia Weibao feel even more uncomfortable. ¡°I can¡¯t dance ¡®Gentle as Water¡¯, but if Teacher Yin doesn¡¯t mind, I could perform the Rainbow Feather Dress Dance, how about that?¡± ¡°Okay.¡± Yin Mulan had her own dance studio and she took Xia Weibao to the changing room, where she asked her to put on a set of Rainbow Feather Dress. Sear?h the ¦Çov§×lFire .net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Ethereal as a fairy, transcendent and otherworldly, like a celestial being who had descended to the mortal realm. Graceful and gentle, as if boneless, each movement flowed like water, soft and beyond imagination. Yin Mulan was stunned. The classical dance Xia Weibao performed was the best she had ever seen, unrivaled! After the dance, she was so immersed in the beautiful movements that she couldn¡¯t come back to reality for a long time. It wasn¡¯t until Xia Weibao changed back into her own clothes and stood in front of her that she snapped out of it. Back in the Tea Tasting Room, Yin Mulan took out an invitation and handed it to Xia Weibao. ¡°An invitation from the Huaxia National Studies Association Headquarters?¡± Reading the words softly, Xia Weibao¡¯s eyes widened in shock. The Huaxia National Studies Association Headquarters?! She had heard of this organization, which was established by the national Ministry of Culture to promote Huaxia traditional culture. It encompassed all the traditional cultural departments of Huaxia Country. Including classical dance, calligraphy, ancient martial arts, guqin, Chinese painting, folk crafts, and other traditional cultures. It could be said that this was the essence of Huaxia traditional culture! Not to mention anything else, just the national support alone was enough to reveal the status of the Huaxia National Studies Association! Every province and city in the country had a branch, expanding layer by layer, forming a complete structure. The requirements for joining the National Studies Association were extremely high. Even to join a city-level branch, one had to have a unique skill, let alone the headquarters! There was where the real masters of national studies gathered! Lin Mier¡¯s caliber couldn¡¯t even touch the threshold of the lowest-level branch! ¡°Teacher Yin, this is¡­¡± Yin Mulan smiled gently, ¡°This invitation was given to me a few years ago by the head of the classical dance department of the Huaxia National Studies Association. Now, I¡¯m giving it to you. With your ability, you¡¯re more than qualified to join.¡± Xia Weibao was astonished, ¡°No, Teacher Yin, if it was given to you, why didn¡¯t you go?¡± When it came to this, Yin Mulan¡¯s eyes showed a hint of despondency, ¡°I had an accident at that time and couldn¡¯t go. Then the head said I could keep the invitation and if in the future I found the right person, as long as they were recommended by me, they could use this invitation to enter.¡± With her ability, she wouldn¡¯t just have been able to join the Huaxia National Studies Association, she could have become a vice president without any issue. Unfortunately, fate had other plans. A faint sense of sorrow emanated from Yin Mulan, forming a barrier around her. Xia Weibao watched with a heavy heart, suddenly remembering that Yin Mulan couldn¡¯t dance anymore because of a foot injury. After thinking for a moment, ¡°Teacher Yin, may I have a look at your foot?¡± Chapter 174 - 174 Treating Illness Chapter 174: Chapter 174 Treating Illness ¡°My foot?¡± Yin Mulan was puzzled. ¡°Yes, I know some medicine, if Teacher Yin doesn¡¯t mind, can I take a look?¡± Yin Mulan smiled gratefully, ¡°There¡¯s no need, it¡¯s an old problem.¡± ¡°Maybe I can cure it.¡± Xia Weibao¡¯s gaze was open and honest; she didn¡¯t like owing favors. Since Mulan had helped her so much this time, curing her foot would be a way to repay the favor. ¡°Really, there¡¯s no need,¡± Mulan declined with a smile. In her eyes, Xia Weibao was just a girl in her early twenties. The fact that she could dance classical dance was already surprising, and as for medical skills, it was impossible. Too young. And for her foot, so many doctors had seen it and said it was irrecoverable. Xia Weibao was somewhat speechless; why was everyone like this, shunning doctors. ¡°A person won¡¯t drown if they fall into the water, they die only when they give up struggling.¡± Having said this much, if she still couldn¡¯t understand, then there was nothing Weibao could do about it. Mulan¡¯s body shook violently; Xia Weibao¡¯s words struck her heart like a powerful punch. A person won¡¯t drown if they fall into the water, they die only when they give up struggling¡­ Wasn¡¯t her current situation just like having fallen into water but giving up the struggle? Having seen so many doctors, and heard so much despairing talk, her heart had also died, and she even feared visiting the doctors. Every time she saw her deformed foot, she would think of the dance dream that was now out of reach. Seeing the struggle in Mulan¡¯s eyes, Xia Weibao knew she was wavering. But she still refused to confront her own heart. Weibao, a little impatient, grabbed Mulan¡¯s foot abruptly. Just as she was about to tell her to be straightforward and not dawdle, she discovered¡­ Holy shit, these legs are so well-maintained, truly befitting a dancer, so slim, so white, and so¡­ Xia Weibao was thinking about how straight they were when she noticed something odd about the shape of Mulan¡¯s leg. After squeezing it a couple of times, her expression changed dramatically! ¡°What¡¯s wrong?¡± Seeing her change of expression, Mulan was somewhat concerned, her lips pressed together. ¡°Teacher Yin, your leg, who set the bone?¡± ¡°An orthopedic surgeon.¡± ¡°Is he your enemy?¡± S~ea??h the n?vel_Fire.¦Çet website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. ¡°He¡¯s my friend.¡± Xia Weibao, ¡°¡­¡± ¡°Is there a problem?¡± Mulan was getting anxious. ¡°The bone is misaligned.¡± Mulan felt as if she¡¯d been struck by lightning! How could that be! That person¡­ Suddenly thinking of something, her fists slowly clenched, and her eyes inadvertently filled with hatred. And then, thinking of that car accident¡­ She suddenly felt like laughing uproariously; it turned out that right from the start, she had been caught in someone else¡¯s trap. How ironic, considering how much she had trusted him! The resentment gushed from her eyes. She grabbed Xia Weibao¡¯s hand fiercely, ¡°Baby, can you cure my leg!¡± What she was owed, she would take back in full! Xia Weibao was startled by her reaction; another person with a story, it seemed. She nodded her head, ¡°I can, but the process is going to be quite painful. Your bone marrow has already healed, so I have to break it again, and then use medication to reactivate the bone marrow cells. This process will be very painful.¡± Regenerating bone marrow is a very long process, and anesthesia cannot be used. Mulan nodded fearlessly, ¡°I can endure it!¡± For the sake of her vengeance, for her dream of dancing, what was breaking a bone? ¡°Okay, I¡¯ll gather the necessary medicine and then contact you.¡± Watching Xia Weibao¡¯s retreating figure, Yin Mulan¡¯s heart surged. Could she really¡­ dance again? Although she was half her age, at that moment, she felt a sense of admiration. Chapter 175 - 175: Old and New Grudges, Unrelenting! Chapter 175: Chapter 175: Old and New Grudges, Unrelenting! The second day, ¡°Heavenly Voice¡± preliminaries commenced. When the host took the stage, passionately introducing the competition¡¯s rules, everyone got excited. The masked competition, this faceless approach, instantly piqued the audience¡¯s curiosity. Moreover, to ensure fairness and justice, the list of contestants wasn¡¯t announced this time. So, apart from a few singers who announced their participation on their Weibo early to attract attention, the identities of other contestants were kept secret. This added even more interest to the show. No sooner were the rules announced than they were met with universal acclaim, and the production team was showered with praises for the fairness and integrity of the event, with no suspicion of any insider dealings. Sear?h the N?vel(F)ire.¦Çet website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Following the incident with ¡°Dance into the Future,¡± the national audience had grown weary of domestic variety shows, resulting in general indifference. But the new rules of ¡°Heavenly Voice¡± undoubtedly rescued the integrity of variety shows from dire straits! It enjoyed unprecedented attention, and ratings soared. Online, a wave of heated discussions erupted, and everyone was excited, eager to identify their favorite idols. Seeing such a result, the organizers were very relieved. At first, they worried that changing the rules abruptly would lead to resistance, but now it seemed their worries were unnecessary. Therefore, they personally called Yin Mulan to express their gratitude. Yin Mulan hadn¡¯t expected such an outcome; she exchanged pleasantries and asked the crew to take good care of Xia Weibao before hanging up the phone. She needed to investigate the truth behind the car accident! Yin Mulan hadn¡¯t made it to where she was today by being meek and docile! If someone indeed dared to scheme against her, she would not rest with new and old grudges unsettled! In the exclusive make-up room backstage at ¡°Heavenly Voice,¡± Lin Siqian angrily smashed a box of makeup. ¡°What fairness and justice, it¡¯s clearly just to help Xia Weibao!¡± Liu Xing also looked displeased, ¡°I really didn¡¯t expect Xia Weibao to actually cozy up to Yin Mulan, this is very disadvantageous for us.¡± Lin Siqian¡¯s eyes were fierce, ¡°What¡¯s there to fear? No matter how formidable Yin Mulan is, she can reign supreme in the dance world, but there¡¯s no way she can dominate the music scene!¡± ¡°That¡¯s not necessarily the case. The sponsor of ¡®Heavenly Voice¡¯ is an admirer of Yin Mulan. If he can change the rules just to please Yin Mulan, what can¡¯t he do?¡± Mentioning this, Lin Siqian felt even more aggrieved. She really couldn¡¯t understand why someone of Yin Mulan¡¯s status would be so good to Xia Weibao. ¡°This show is branded with fairness and justice. Even if the organizers want to help Xia Weibao, it¡¯s useless. She might sneak through in the first round, but the next two rounds are face-to-face competitions. She won¡¯t have any advantage. Liu Xing, keep a close eye on the online sentiments for me. Have the paid posters spew insults at Xia Weibao¡¯s page daily, and prevent the scandal¡¯s heat from dropping. I refuse to believe I can¡¯t finish her off!¡± At the live show, after the host¡¯s opening remarks, contestants began to appear one after another. It must be said that this new competitive model was hugely satisfying for the audience. Guessing began with the first contestant about who it could be and which singer had the most distinctive voice. However, some guesses were right, while others were wrong. But when Lin Siqian took to the stage, her voice was immediately met with cheers from the audience. ¡°Siqian!¡± ¡°Ah, it¡¯s my goddess Siqian, her voice is so good!¡± ¡°Siqian¡¯s voice is so distinctive, worthy of a Diva!!!¡± Amidst the screams, Lin Siqian¡¯s lips slowly curved upwards. See, this was her glory¡ª the moment she appeared, everyone would go crazy for her! Chapter 176 - 176 Highest Score of the Game! Chapter 176: Chapter 176 Highest Score of the Game! All these people below the stage are her fans. As soon as she opened her mouth, those people could tell it was her! This fanatic adoration was the affirmation of her current status in the music world! What was Xia Weibao in comparison? She didn¡¯t even deserve to be mentioned in the same breath! When the song ended, applause thundered from the audience, and they chanted Lin Siqian¡¯s name, sending her off the stage with the most fervent screams. ¡°Siqian!¡± ¡°Siqian!! Siqian!!!¡± ¡°Divas Siqian, invincible Siqian!!!¡± ¡­ Even after the next contestant took the stage, the madness below couldn¡¯t settle down. Liu Xing, with a smile, looked towards the woman who was touching up her makeup backstage. ¡°Sisi, did you see that? All these people, they came here for you.¡± Lin Siqian was not particularly excited, for her, this was to be expected. That last song could be said to have surpassed her previous level. ¡°Has the score come out yet?¡± ¡°It¡¯s out, 9.5 points, heavens! That¡¯s definitely the highest score today!¡± Only then did Lin Siqian feel some satisfaction, ¡°When is Xia Weibao¡¯s turn?¡± Liu Xing checked which contestants had yet to perform, ¡°Soon, should be within the next two.¡± As soon as she finished speaking, a woman in a pink, figure-hugging long dress walked up onto the stage. Her figure was graceful, and her steps were deliberate. The radiant lights at the back of the stage outlined her perfect body curves in a manner that was delectably provocative. ¡°So tall, so slim, what a great figure, who is she?¡± ¡°Don¡¯t know, really pretty, perfect figure, just don¡¯t know about the face.¡± ¡°Yeah, that figure is even better than Lin Siqian¡¯s¡­¡± Amidst the buzzing of the crowd, Xia Weibao picked up the microphone, aligned it with her lips beneath the mask, and with a parting of her vermilion lips, a voice that was ethereal and pure began to slowly flow out. The host¡¯s voice was extremely clear and pristine, somewhat like the nation¡¯s first love. So she chose a slow song for today, one that was gentle yet pulsating with the thrill of a budding romance. It showcased her vocal strengths perfectly. As soon as she began to sing, the once noisy venue suddenly quieted down. It was as if only her ethereal and clean voice echoed in the air, like a breeze from a mountain stream sweeping through the dust-filled modern city, scattering all impurities and bringing peace back to the soul. The voice as pure as a songbird¡¯s chirp tenderly narrated the sweetness of first love. The song that lingered for days made everyone truly understand what it meant to be brought to their knees by a voice! When Lin Siqian was singing just before, everyone was screaming in ecstasy, passion soaring high. Now, however, the entire venue fell silent, with even breathing kept very light, as not to disturb the girl singing softly on stage. Only after Xia Weibao finished her song and stepped off the stage did the audience erupt into applause. ¡°Heavens! I feel like I¡¯m falling in love.¡± ¡°Yeah, that voice is so ethereal and nice to listen to; it feels like first love. Who is that person?¡± ¡°Don¡¯t know, the voice is quite distinctive, but not familiar.¡± ¡°Doesn¡¯t it sound like Xia Weibao to me?¡± No sooner had someone spoken than the surrounding area went quiet for a moment¡ªit really did sound like her¡­ ¡°Impossible! Xia Weibao is an actress now, how could she possibly partake in a singing competition.¡± ¡°I think so too, and besides, her reputation is so bad right now, she probably wouldn¡¯t dare to show up¡­¡± Amidst the discussion, they scored, and although they didn¡¯t know who that person was, the singing was really beautiful, so everyone scored honestly. In the end, the score came out¡ª9.7! The highest score in the whole venue! Sear?h the n??el Fire.n§×t website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Chapter 177 - 177: Collective Slap in the Face Chapter 177: Chapter 177: Collective Slap in the Face ¡°Impossible!¡± Lin Siqian stood up abruptly, her expression almost twisted. How could anyone score higher than her! ¡°Who is that person!¡± She already had a vague answer in her heart, but she didn¡¯t want to face it. Not until Liu Xing¡¯s voice came, ¡°It¡¯s Xia Weibao.¡± Clink clatter. The cosmetics on the makeup table were all swept to the ground by Lin Siqian. It was actually Xia Weibao! The song she had put so much thought into preparing, exceeding her usual level, had actually lost to Xia Weibao! Not only was Lin Siqian shocked, but all the audience on site were as well. Each of them had a scoring device in hand, and no one knew how many points the others had given. And the final outcome was the total average score. Therefore, no one could predict the final total score, which was the real fairness and justice! And under such fairness and justice, the emergence of a dark horse was indeed shocking. After the competition ended, the host went on stage to announce the final result and reveal all contestants. Lin Siqian was second, and when she took off her mask, everyone smiled knowingly without much surprise. She had already mentioned on Weibo that she was participating in ¡°Heavenly Voice¡±, and being a Diva wasn¡¯t an empty title ¨C many had heard her songs. Having lots of fans and being recognized was normal. The biggest highlight of tonight was probably the first place. Up until now, no one could guess who this dark horse that suddenly appeared was. The host, quite experienced, didn¡¯t reveal it immediately, but instead, spoke in riddles, praising the winner to the sky while keeping everyone guessing. Of course, the host¡¯s praise was genuine, not like the fake flattery in ¡°Dance into the Future¡±, which only brought hatred. Who told them that the biggest boss of their show was Yin Mulan¡¯s admirer? And Yin Mulan had specifically asked to take care of Xia Weibao. After whetting the appetite again, just when the audience almost couldn¡¯t help wanting to beat up the host, the host passionately announced. ¡°Let¡¯s welcome our champion tonight to take off the mask!¡± As the words fell, everyone¡¯s gaze turned to the woman beside the host. A delicate, fair hand slowly reached for the mask and then took it off. A bright and gentle face was revealed. She slowly curved her lips, blinking her eyes lightly. Her face was like a peach blossom, radiant as the fruit itself. At that moment, that smiling face blooming like a flower, brilliantly outshone all the world¡¯s splendor! It¡­ it was actually Xia Weibao! Silence, the venue fell into a strange silence. Everyone¡¯s feelings were complex; they were used to denigrating Xia Weibao. sea??h th§× NovelFire.net* website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Just a second ago, they were still cursing her on her Weibo. But the next second, they personally gave her the highest score. In anger, they insulted Xia Weibao when they knew it was her. But when they didn¡¯t know, they placed her on a pedestal. This contrast was undoubtedly a slap in their faces! It made their cheeks swell! Until the show ended, it was still enveloped in this eerie atmosphere. Many stared at the mere fifty thousand fans on Xia Weibao¡¯s Weibo and the pile of vulgar comments, beginning to reflect. Had they been fair to Xia Weibao? She was really outstanding ¨C her classical dance astonished, overshadowing Lin Mier. Her martial arts dazzled, defeating Jiang Ming in a single move! Her singing made people kneel; even the Diva Lin Siqian became a vanquished foe. Yet such a talented person was the most scandalous in the entertainment industry. Chapter 178 - 178 Xia Weibao, You Owe Us an Explanation Chapter 178: Chapter 178 Xia Weibao, You Owe Us an Explanation She took drugs, was promiscuous, hyped herself up, became a mistress, pulled rank. Each scandal was like a needle, piercing the hearts of fans who once adored her madly. It was love turned to hate. The more they had adored her, the more they hated her when the scandals broke. It wasn¡¯t that there weren¡¯t doubts about the truth of the scandals, but the evidence was right there. Xia Weibao had not offered a single explanation at that time, not a single post on her Weibo, even if they didn¡¯t want to believe, they could find no reason to stand firm. If it was all false, why was she completely silent? What they didn¡¯t know was that when the scandal broke, the company silenced Xia Weibao¡¯s Weibo account to prevent her from making things worse with her comments. With all her avenues of retreat cut off, she couldn¡¯t even issue a statement. Her Majesty the Empress was scrolling through Weibo while munching on chicken feet. The internet was unusually quiet tonight, as if everyone was struggling. The fluctuations in her Weibo followers were bizarrely erratic. They would increase for a bit, then drop off. Then increase again, only to drop once more. She could even imagine the countless people on their phones hitting ¡®follow¡¯, hesitating, and then unfollowing in their indecision. Somehow speechless. Was hitting ¡®follow¡¯ such an ordeal that it required as much consideration as a life-changing decision? She hated this kind of dilly-dallying behavior, where people were not resolute at all. Wanting to be a fan, yet not daring to commit. What she didn¡¯t know was that at this very moment, a group of people were caught in an immense struggle. These were her former fans, her die-hard supporters. The scandal from three years ago had deeply wounded their hearts, and Weibao¡¯s subsequent mental breakdown and hospital admittance had left them utterly disappointed. They had already decided not to be her fans anymore. But now she had returned with a high profile, shining brighter with each day. S~ea??h the novel(F~)ire.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Outdoing herself with each appearance, dazzling more with each performance. The heart that had once adored her was coming back to life. Yet the events of the past still plagued them. They couldn¡¯t believe that the idol they had loved for so long could be so disgraceful! Weibao was completely unaware of the struggles of these loyal fans. At that moment, she was still munching on chicken feet while playing a game, occasionally checking on the online trends. Just as she finished a pack of chicken feet, a topic silently rose to the top of the trending list. #XiaWeibao, you owe us an explanation.# This was the voice of the fans. You owe us all, an explanation. We once loved you so much, we lifted you to the skies. But in the end, you delivered us a hard slap! That video, those scandals, they were like hideous faces, mocking our former blindness! How we could have been fans of someone so contemptible. You went mad and were hospitalized, and those of us who were your true fans suffered as well! You disappeared for three years, and now you¡¯re back. With such fanfare, yet so heartless and so carefree. Our hearts as fans are aflutter, yet you remain silent about the past. It¡¯s as if you never cared about how we felt. Countless topics emerged, all clamoring for her to give an explanation. For some reason, seeing the trending topic and the comments below, Xia Weibao¡¯s eyes suddenly reddened. Opening up her own Weibo, she found it had already exploded. Familiar but long-silent accounts were all surfacing. All of these were her former loyal fans! But after her scandal, they had all disappeared. And now, suddenly, they were reappearing. Chapter 179 - 179: Declaring War on the Entire Entertainment Industry! Chapter 179: Chapter 179: Declaring War on the Entire Entertainment Industry! [Love Baby Forever]: Baby, come out and give us an explanation! [Baby¡¯s Little Angel]: Give us a reason to keep loving you [Baby Mwah]: You abandoned us for three years, do you really want to leave us again? [I Am Gemstone, I Am Proud]: Reigning supreme, we¡¯ve always been waiting for your return¡­ When Xia Weibao reached the last comment, her heart suddenly softened, and tears flooded her eyes unexpectedly. It turns out, she was not alone. There were actually people who had genuinely liked her. Those die-hard fans had been waiting for her all this time. When the scandal came raging in, there was no chance for a response. Her rise to fame was too rapid, inciting too much envy, so the moment the scandal broke, there was a chorus of condemnation. Those die-hard fans wanted to vindicate her, but were overwhelmed, facing a barrage of invectives. In the end, they could only be drowned out reluctantly. Back then, were her die-hard fans hoping that their idol would step forward and back them up? Were they waiting for her to assertively stand up and tell everyone that she hadn¡¯t done those things, that she was worthy of their affection? Yet in the end, what they got was her cowardice. Watching helplessly as she didn¡¯t even offer an explanation and crumbled under the pressure, ending up in the hospital¡­ What must they have felt then? Sad, angry, disappointed, heartbroken? They grieve for her misfortune and rage at her lack of fight! Were they very disappointed in her? At that thought, Xia Weibao felt a sudden pang of pain where her heart was. It was the original host¡¯s weakness that had let down these fans who truly liked her. When they most hoped she would step forward to clear her name, she lacked the courage to stand up and fight to the end. She even resented the fans for switching sides, for not defending her. Without realizing, she was the backbone of her fans, their faith. If even she gave up the fight, how could her fans continue to battle? To reign supreme with you. This was her fans¡¯ love for her, as well as their trust. Believing that one day, she could shine brilliantly! She remembered, on the night she won Best Actress, all her fans were ecstatic, causing a frenzy on Weibo. The topic #BestActressReignsSupreme# almost broke the internet! However, in a blink of an eye, it was replaced by the topic #BestActressDrugsAndProstitution, National Beauty Or Wanton Woman#. Then a series of scandals followed, catching everyone by surprise. What were her fans feeling at that time? Did they feel sorry for her? Her heart, aching dully, felt suffocated. Xia Weibao took a deep breath. S§×ar?h the N?vel(F)ire.n§×t website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. With unwavering determination, she wrote a sentence. [If you love me, then please believe in me] No sooner had the Weibo post gone out than a bunch of familiar usernames appeared below. ¡ª Baby, all those things are fake, right? ¡ª We believe you, Baby, keep it up! ¡ª Even though we¡¯re few and far between right now, we¡¯ll support you to the end! ¡ª To reign supreme with you, never regret! ¡­ Watching as the comments below continuously rose, and the number of fans slowly climbed. Xia Weibao suddenly smiled. [I¡¯ve let you suffer; from now on, I¡¯ve got my gemstones¡¯ backs!] Gemstone, that¡¯s the name of her fans. After sending out this Weibo post, Xia Weibao closed the Weibo page, her face showing a firmness it had never had before. Having been reborn in this body, she had always been quite lost, not knowing what she should do, or what she ought to do. And for what she should strive. It was like a child who had lost her way, completely unsure of where to go. Just living each day as it came. But now, her goals were clearer than ever before, and the road ahead had never been so vivid! Chapter 180 - 180: End of Darkness Chapter 180: Chapter 180: End of Darkness She had to strive, strive for herself, and also for those fans who were silently waiting for her to come back! His Majesty, even without you by my side, your consort can still dominate the world! Tonight, the entertainment circle has gone mad! Completely mad! If you love me, you have to believe in me. She wanted to tell everyone that she was innocent and that she was starting to clear her name. When she was originally ostracized, it was a major event, with almost the entire entertainment industry participating. Now, her actions were undoubtedly declaring war on the entire entertainment industry! If she could clear her name, it would be a slap in the face to the whole entertainment industry! Some thought she was overestimating herself. Some thought she was daydreaming. Yet others felt that she was full of authority! Those diehard fans from the past had their passion ignited in an instant! With her words, they had the confidence to fight by her side to the end! Her assertive declaration once again sparked a frenzy, topping all the trending charts! Those diehard fans who were cornered by rumors felt as if they had found their organization, and suddenly had a backbone. They rolled up their sleeves to fight for their idol. Xia Weibao¡¯s Weibo was finally not just a place of scolding, but began to have voices defending her. Although small and weak, it was a good start. The next day, when she saw those active little friends, Xia Weibao felt incredibly warmed. Sear?h the NovelFire.net* website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. She took the initiative to contact Sister Tong to discuss the ¡°Heavenly Voice¡± semifinal. From today on, she would show those who slandered her how she would step by step, take back what was hers and achieve Domination over the entertainment industry! Thinking of bringing her down wasn¡¯t going to be easy! ¡°Baby, I was just about to look for you. For tomorrow¡¯s semifinal, I¡¯ve chosen a sad love song for you. What do you think?¡± Xia Weibao smiled, ¡°Sister Tong, I don¡¯t want to sing love songs anymore.¡± ¡°Then what do you want to sing?¡± ¡°¡®End of Darkness¡¯.¡± As soon as this song title was mentioned, Sister Tong immediately felt that Xia Weibao might have gone mad. ¡°End of Darkness¡± is a very explosive song, with extremely high demands on high notes. If managed well, it could definitely set the whole scene ablaze! But if not handled properly, it would be a complete laughingstock. Unfortunately, Xia Weibao¡¯s voice was not suited for it. She had always sung those smoother love songs; she simply couldn¡¯t hit the high notes. And Lin Siqian was the most famous for high notes. The songs she would choose for the competition were definitely going to focus on high notes. Xia Weibao wanting to sing such high-note songs in front of Siqian was clearly an invitation to humiliation! ¡°Baby, this song isn¡¯t suitable for you, you can¡¯t hit the high notes.¡± ¡°It¡¯s no problem, Sister Tong, please arrange it for me.¡± She was Xia Weibao, but she was also Empress Bao! The original owner was a relatively frail woman with very small lung capacity, unable to sing those songs with explosive power. But she was different, perhaps favored by the heavens. Although she had switched bodies, her ¡°Inner Strength¡± was still there. With Inner Strength in hand, why fear lacking breath? Sister Tong wanted to persuade her further, but Weibao was determined and assured her that there would absolutely be no issues, leaving her no choice but to comply. Yet she couldn¡¯t help but worry constantly. Xia Weibao¡¯s situation was too complicated now, and she really feared that Weibao might be too eager for quick success and lose proportion. Wanting to clear her name was indeed good, but being too impatient could easily backfire. Xia Weibao went online to reply to a few comments, flirt with the ¡®wife¡¯ fans, then play a round of games before leisurely proceeding to practice singing. The competition was important, but games were indispensable. Chapter 181 - 181 Xiao Bai Feels Wronged Chapter 181: Chapter 181 Xiao Bai Feels Wronged Lin Siqian watched as the top headlines on the internet were all about Xia Weibao, seething with rage! How preposterous, the top five trending topics were all about Xia Weibao! And not a single one featured her, a Diva! ¡°Don¡¯t be angry. In tomorrow¡¯s rematch, if you beat Xia Weibao, naturally, the spotlight will turn to you. By the way, which song do you want to sing tomorrow? I mean, sing the high notes that you¡¯re good at.¡± ¡°High notes are my forte, something I need to save for the finale. I¡¯ll sing a sensationalist song tomorrow, save the high notes for the final round.¡± Lin Siqian¡¯s eyes narrowed slightly, guessing that Xia Weibao would certainly choose a sentimental song the next day. Since Xia Weibao¡¯s voice was delicate and lacked a strong foundation, she couldn¡¯t possibly sing the high notes. She wanted to sing the same category of song as Xia Weibao, crushing her to the ground! Only then would her hatred be appeased! The next day¡¯s competition was decided by drawing lots. Lin Siqian had hoped to perform before Xia Weibao. People always have preconceptions; once they¡¯ve heard the best, nothing else can compare. And she was confident she could sing better than Xia Weibao! After all, she was a Diva, and both her voice and singing skills were impeccable, not something half-baked like Xia Weibao¡¯s! However, things didn¡¯t go as planned. Xia Weibao drew number five, she drew number six. Lin Siqian¡¯s feeling at the moment was like rushing to the toilet with a bad stomach, pants down ready for relief, and just then an attendant aunt comes in saying it¡¯s occupied, please queue up. The frustration was indescribable. But those who survive in the entertainment industry have strong mental fortitude. She quickly adjusted her mindset. A good meal is worth waiting for; as long as she sang better than Xia Weibao, the order of appearance wouldn¡¯t matter. Besides, isn¡¯t it said that the best comes last? After consoling herself, Lin Siqian waited in the backstage, content with the reasoning. When the host announced that Xia Weibao would sing ¡°End of Darkness,¡± Lin Siqian paused for a moment, then laughed. Overestimating oneself! ¡°End of Darkness¡± is a song that all singers love and dread. It starts with high notes and involves various transitions like falsetto and whistle tones throughout, demanding an incredible lung capacity! Even the original singer dared not attempt it again, signalling its difficulty! Xia Weibao actually dared to sing it; heavens, did she have no self-awareness? Lin Siqian, who had been somewhat concerned, now didn¡¯t worry at all. She snickered, waiting to see Xia Weibao dig her own grave. S~ea??h the N?vel(F)ire.¦Çet website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Not just Lin Siqian, but also the entire audience, looked down upon hearing the song Xia Weibao chose to sing. ¡°End of Darkness¡±? She dares to sing it? Some malicious fans were already itching to strike, ready to mock Xia Weibao into oblivion the moment she embarrassed herself! Meanwhile, her loyal fans were somewhat worried. They had followed Xia Weibao¡¯s journey, and were very familiar with her music style¡ªthe thought of her managing this song was concerning. Sister Tong, Xu Jiayang, and Leng Yan were all extremely nervous sitting in the front row of the audience seats. Xia Weibao had only just boldly declared her conviction the night before, and today¡¯s performance was critical! If she sang well, she would soar! But if she failed, it would be a slap in her own face! She would become the biggest joke in the entertainment industry, and turning her situation around afterwards would be difficult. For them, this battle allowed for only victory, not defeat! They watched intently at the woman in black, standing at the center of the stage. Today, her look could be described as stunning. Shedding her usual ethereal image, she wore a mysterious and cool black tight dress. Chapter 182 - 182 Astonishing Everyone! Chapter 182: Chapter 182 Astonishing Everyone! Her captivating figure was on full display. The black sequins refracted dazzling light, turning her into a star in the night sky, grabbing everyone¡¯s attention. The music slowly began to play, and everyone waited in silence. Nervous, yet full of anticipation. As soon as Xia Weibao started to sing, they realized all their worries were unnecessary. The moment she opened her mouth, that soaring yet pure voice lit up everyone¡¯s eyes. Absolute astonishment! A truly kneel-before-her voice! The singing of high notes tends to ignite passion. Especially her style of reaching higher and higher notes, stunning the audience again and again. Just when everyone thought her voice had reached its limit, she could immediately shift a key, offering a whole new auditory experience. The entire audience waved their glow sticks in unison, cheering for her! Especially during the climax, her voice suddenly soared, making the whole stage seem as if it had exploded, delivering an unparalleled impact! ¡°Life is full of suffering, too much to bear, the road ahead is long, we strive and fight, surpassing darkness, crossing decay, embracing the blue sky¡­¡± The brilliant light from thousands of lamps radiated behind her, flashing like sudden lightning, the visual impact making one¡¯s soul tremble! Her fingers spread open, and as her voice climbed, she slowly lifted her hand against the backlight. As if hope itself was rising. sea??h th§× ¦ÇovelFire.¦Çet website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. The stage effects added to it, as if her strength was emanating from her very bones! Life is full of suffering, it¡¯s too much to bear, wasn¡¯t that her own personal story? The road ahead is long, we strive and fight, she was narrating her resilience with her singing. She wasn¡¯t just competing; she was singing of her hardships with an angelic voice. A unity of singer and song, each note piercing the heart. Yet it touched the soul so deeply it moved the crowd. Seeing the person on stage sing with her life, the live audience couldn¡¯t help but stand up and applaud in empathy! A song so challenging that even the original singer wouldn¡¯t dare to perform it a second time, yet she sung it with soul! What she sung was not just a song, but life itself. Her soaring high notes set the whole venue ablaze! All the passion of the people was ignited; the cheers, yells, and screams came wave after wave, almost tearing the roof off the venue! As the song ended, the applause thundered on and on, screams resonating like waves shaking the heavens and earth! Even after she exited the stage, the frenzied screaming continued, drowning out even the host¡¯s voice as they introduced the next contestant! Lin Siqian had chosen a very plain love song, following the explosive atmosphere that Xia Weibao created; when the mood suddenly dropped, the result was predictable. She was outclassed to the point of obliteration! The audience¡¯s excited voices drowned out her singing, and no one even listened to the song she performed. If it hadn¡¯t been for the support of her fans, she probably wouldn¡¯t have made it to the finals! In tonight¡¯s semi-finals, Xia Weibao¡¯s explosive voice and Diva-level singing made her the undisputed favorite! #XiaWeibao, End of Darkness# became the top trending topic. Belting out songs, she totally transformed her formerly frail image, making a powerful comeback! The shock she delivered was immense. It was hard to imagine how such a slight frame could possess such explosive power. Was she using the sky as her lungs? It was terrifying! Countless passersby were shaken by her voice; no matter what they thought of her as a person, her talent alone was truly admirable. Able to sing and dance, and even skilled in martial arts, she truly deserved the title of a talented woman! Her social media followers suddenly skyrocketed, increasing like crazy! Chapter 183 - 183: Director Lu, Please Stop Courting Disaster Chapter 183: Chapter 183: Director Lu, Please Stop Courting Disaster Not only that, ¡°End of Darkness¡± has become an overnight sensation! The download numbers soared rapidly. Even the original singer posted on Weibo, admitting inferiority. This once again propelled Xia Weibao¡¯s popularity to a new peak. One moment she¡¯s making bold declarations, the next, she¡¯s mounting a formidable comeback! It¡¯s enough to get the blood racing! Xia Weibao¡¯s fans seemed to have found their direction, with eyes brimming with hot tears. Their idol had finally returned. And she was better and stronger than before. Seeing Xia Weibao¡¯s Weibo fans surpass five hundred thousand in a single day, Xu Jiayang revealed a smile like a doting mother hoping her son becomes a dragon. He knew he hadn¡¯t misjudged her. Leng Yan, hearing Sister Tong¡¯s report that people had already started seeking Xia Weibao for endorsement deals, finally saw a glimmer of hope. Although Xu Jiayang¡¯s ingratitude hadn¡¯t been whitewashed yet, at least Xia Weibao was on the rise. His goddess, ah, there was hope yet. Seeing Leng Yan so happy, Xu Jiayang¡¯s gaze grew complex. Should he remind him of the stupid ¡°flag¡± he had set before, that if Xia Weibao could clear her name, he¡¯d run around the Imperial City in his underwear¡­ From the current momentum, it seemed inevitable that Xia Weibao would be cleared. That woman was like a bottomless pit; you never knew what kind of surprise she¡¯d drop next. Imagining Leng Yan in just his underpants running around the Imperial City, Xu Jiayang silently lit a candle for him. When that day came, he¡¯d definitely be staying behind closed doors. Too eye-burning. And Leng Yan had completely thrown his own previous bet to the back of his mind. Still foolishly relishing in happiness. At Lu Corporation, Yang Li¡¯s recent days have truly been unspeakably difficult. All because his boss had the ¡°big aunt¡± visiting 30 times a day, damn! Scared, he scurried around like a rat crossing the street, trying to minimize his presence as much as possible. On the desk, there was a photo of Yang Jian wearing a heavy down jacket, mingling with a group of penguins. This was to encourage himself that no matter how much he disliked his boss, he had to endure! Otherwise, that would be his fate! After pumping himself up, he then picked up several contracts and knocked on the CEO¡¯s office door. But when he met Lu Hualiang¡¯s eyes, filled with icy murderous intent, he still trembled with fear. Oh boss, when are you going to stop the drama. Can¡¯t you see that the young mistress is getting better and better? If you keep this up, she might actually be lured away by someone else! For the sake of his own peaceful days, he felt he ought to help his boss chase his wife. S§×ar?h the nov§×lF~ire.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. So he very tactfully reminded him. ¡°Director, I heard the young mistress has been visiting traditional medicine shops recently.¡± When Xia Weibao was mentioned, Lu Hualiang¡¯s chill intensified a few degrees. That damn woman! He hadn¡¯t been home for so many days, and she hadn¡¯t even made a single phone call! And there were more and more annoying suitors! However, hearing that she was visiting traditional medicine shops, his heart contracted slightly. Why would she visit traditional medicine shops, was she sick? But as proud as he was, he would not show that he cared about her. If she could be indifferent towards him, and he showed care for her, it would seem like he was demeaning himself! So he asked coldly, ¡°What is she doing at the traditional medicine shops?¡± ¡°I¡¯m not too sure, sir, I heard she was looking for medicine,¡± replied Yang Li, cautiously glancing at Lu Hualiang. Director, you really shouldn¡¯t miss this opportunity. The young mistress personally looking for medicine must mean something important; it¡¯s time for you to show your strength! Hurry up and offer to help. Lu Hualiang stared at the mobile phone on his desk as the chill in his eyes deepened. In the end, he couldn¡¯t resist, and picked up the phone. Chapter 184 - 184: Director Lu Finally Panics Chapter 184: Chapter 184: Director Lu Finally Panics ¡°Housekeeper Fu, how has the young madam been lately?¡± ¡°The young madam is quite well, but she has gone out. Does the gentleman need to see her?¡± ¡°Gone out?¡± Lu Hualiang frowned, ¡°Where did she go?¡± As he spoke, he glanced at the time. It was already six o¡¯clock in the evening, and she had gone out? ¡°The young madam said she went up the mountain to gather herbs.¡± ¡°Gather what herbs?¡± Lu Hualiang¡¯s expression grew darker. Could this woman be any less sensible? If she needed herbs, couldn¡¯t she just buy them? What was she doing gathering them, acting all crazy? Sear?h the n?velFire.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. ¡°I¡¯m not very clear on the details. The young madam said the pharmacy didn¡¯t have the herbs she needed, and then she asked me if there were any deserted mountains nearby. I told her about Medicine Mountain near the primeval forest, and off she went.¡± ¡°What?!¡± Lu Hualiang suddenly stood up, ¡°This is outrageous, how could you let her go to such a place!¡± After saying that, he grabbed his car keys and ran outside. More than a hundred kilometers away from the imperial city, there is a primeval forest that is extremely dangerous due to its lack of development, and that woman actually dared to go there! Housekeeper Fu thought that Xia Weibao was so fierce, she hardly seemed like a woman at all. Even going to the primeval forest would not scare her. But now, hearing Lu Hualiang¡¯s words, he suddenly felt alarmed. No matter how strong she is, she¡¯s still a woman. And in a place like the primeval forest, with so many poisonous insects, snakes, ants, and large ferocious beasts occasionally appearing, It¡¯s too dangerous, so it has been sealed off. Desolate and uninhabited, If she went there alone, and now that it¡¯s dark, what if she really encounters danger! Housekeeper Fu¡¯s face turned pale. Young madam, you mustn¡¯t come to any harm. Lu Hualiang floored the accelerator, and the car seemed to almost take flight! The hands gripping the steering wheel had veins bulging, his eyes red with bloodshot veins. He kept dialing Xia Weibao¡¯s phone, but it was unreachable no matter how often he tried. In a place like the primeval forest, there¡¯s simply no signal. Meaning, she must have arrived. That damn woman! Lu Hualiang was almost infuriated to death. Just then, the broadcast reported a severe rainstorm tonight in the area around the primeval forest. His face turned even paler, and cold sweat even seeped from the palms of his hands. Please, let there be no trouble, let there be no trouble. At that moment, his heart was in utter turmoil. The car¡¯s speed increased ever more; he wished he could just Flash over to her side! Inside the primeval forest, Xia Weibao was advancing with her flashlight in the dark. The howling wind shook the large trees continuously, as if malevolent demons, baring their teeth and claws, were ready to devour any invading life at any moment. The wind roared furiously, like ghosts crying and wolves howling. The sound of insects and wild beasts, in the dark forest, were creepy and unsettling. However, the woman who was cautiously moving forward showed no fear. For modern people, wandering in a forest at night might be terrifying, but for her, once a revered goddess physician of Jianghu, it was nothing out of the ordinary. Back when she was living rough, she had used the sky as her blanket and the earth as her bed. But ever since she entered the palace, she had been living a life of luxury and had not experienced spending a night in the woods for a long time. Strange, why was she thinking of the Dog Emperor again? Xia Weibao shook her head, when suddenly she paused; her eyes became piercing in an instant! She sniffed lightly, and amidst the damp, musty scent of the forest¡¯s decaying leaves, she detected a faint smell of blood. Was it a person? Or a wild beast? A slight noise came from behind her; she perked up her ears. With a swift turn, she focused on the low bushes behind her. Cautiously walking over, she used a stick to lift the leaves, and a person covered in blood tumbled out from within. Chapter 185 - 185: The Fierce Empress! Chapter 185: Chapter 185: The Fierce Empress! Fuck! Midnight scare! Xia Weibao took a sudden step back, and the person fell to the ground, motionless. She poked him with a stick, ¡°Dead or alive, squeak once.¡± ¡°Squeak¡­¡± the person really did squeak a sound. Xia Weibao, ¡°¡­¡± Strange, why would there be someone in the forest at this late hour? She discarded the stick in her hand, squatted down, and turned the person over. With the light from her flashlight, she saw his face clearly. Despite the disheveled appearance, she could still see a handsome face, somewhat familiar¡­ It seemed she¡¯d seen him somewhere before. ¡°Fang Lilin?¡± This was the man who had chatted her up on the bus that day. What was he doing here? And with all this blood, it looked like he was seriously injured. Hearing his name called, Fang Lilin weakly opened his eyes. What appeared before his eyes was a face so beautifully dreamy and ethereal. The light wasn¡¯t bright, but it added to the hazy beauty. In a daze, he thought he wasn¡¯t seeing a person but a Fairy, truly¡­ so beautiful. ¡°It¡¯s you¡­¡± He remembered now, she was the woman from the bus. S§×ar?h the ¦Çov§×lFire .net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. He had even left his phone number for her, but sadly she hadn¡¯t contacted him. ¡°What happened to you?¡± Xia Weibao frowned as she looked at his bloody self. ¡°Be¡­ careful¡­¡± Fang Lilin¡¯s words were cut off by a sudden huge noise from behind. ¡°Hiss hiss¡­¡± A chill and stench of blood emanated from behind, the sensation of danger making Xia Weibao¡¯s hair stand on end. Her eyes darkened, and her hand swiftly swooped to her waist. A sharp small knife appeared in her hand. She sprang up sharply, pivoting on her feet to take advantage of the ground¡¯s leverage, and leaped up into the air. Her body was light, like a swallow gently treading. She rushed straight up the body of a several-meters-long giant snake from behind. Upon reaching its head, her wrist flipped, and the knife plunged down sharply, piercing the snake¡¯s head. Then, under the force of gravity, her petite body fell straight down. She gripped the knife tightly, driving it straight down the snake¡¯s head, slicing to the bottom! She opened a long wound, almost splitting the giant snake in two! After completing this bloody act, Xia Weibao disgustedly threw away the knife in her hand, ¡°Disgusting.¡± Fang Lilin, who was already on the verge of passing out, was scared out of his wits by her valiant act! Fuck! He might be dying! So he must be hallucinating! He actually saw a woman flying and slaying a several-meters-long giant snake with a single cut! It wasn¡¯t until Xia Weibao approached him and slapped his face that the piercing pain snapped him back to reality. It wasn¡¯t a hallucination! Fuck fuck fuck fuck fuck fuck fuck fuck fuck fuck!!!!!! At this moment, Fang Lilin couldn¡¯t care less about composure. Only a continuous stream of fucks could express his damn-it-all state of mind! Seeing Fang Lilin lying there as if he¡¯d seen a ghost, Xia Weibao shook her hand in front of his face. ¡°Are you dead?¡± Fang Lilin snapped back to reality, ¡°Not yet.¡± Xia Weibao, ¡°¡­¡± Such an honest Baby, answering every question. Fang Lilin, who was already very weak, felt considerably more spirited after all these shocks. ¡°Why are you here?¡± A woman alone, appearing in the primeval forest in the dead of night¡ªshe couldn¡¯t possibly be a ghost, could she? ¡°I came here to gather herbs.¡± Fang Lilin, ¡°¡­¡± Diagnosis complete: she¡¯s an idiot. ¡°You¡¯re injured?¡± Xia Weibao shined the flashlight over his body. She touched it, hand coming back bloody. So dirty. So she wiped her hand on a clean spot on his body, not to dirty her hands any further. Chapter 186 - 186: Director Lu, Your Love Rival Has Arrived, Please Sign Chapter 186: Chapter 186: Director Lu, Your Love Rival Has Arrived, Please Sign Fang Lilin, ¡°¡­¡± Miss, have you considered my feelings in doing this? ¡°I¡¯ve been shot and escaped here.¡± As he spoke, his body twitched once, and then he seemed to convulse in agony. His face also turned a few shades paler. ¡°Could you please help me?¡± Fang Lilin¡¯s voice trembled a bit, as if he was enduring tremendous pain. ¡°What for?¡± ¡°Help me to the hut up ahead.¡± Although this primeval forest hadn¡¯t been developed, he occasionally brought soldiers here to train in wilderness survival skills. Therefore, every so often, they would build a small hut for resting. If he remembered correctly, there should be one ahead. Xia Weibao originally didn¡¯t want to bother with him, after all, she was here to gather herbs, not to play. But as a doctor¡¯s duty calls, she couldn¡¯t let him die without trying to help. No choice, occupational hazard. After thinking it over, she still reached out to help him up. Anyway, it was dark now, and she couldn¡¯t find the place to gather herbs; it was better to save someone first. How does the saying go? Saving a life is more meritorious than building a seven-tiered pagoda. Maybe by casually saving someone, she¡¯d have fulfilled her good deeds and could ascend to immortality to find her His Majesty. So she wouldn¡¯t have to float alone in this mysterious world like a rootless duckweed. Just touching his body, she found him deathly cold. Casually checking his pulse, it was chaotic and weak, as faint as a thread. ¡°Are you poisoned?¡± Xia Weibao¡¯s face turned serious; there were many toxic creatures in the forest, and she encountered quite a few when she came in. If it weren¡¯t for her experience, she¡¯d probably be poisoned to death by now. Without replying, Fang Lilin just collapsed onto the ground. He fainted. Boom¡ª A rumble of thunder came from overhead, and Xia Weibao¡¯s face turned magnificently dark. Damn it! Such bad luck! Sure enough, it wasn¡¯t easy to earn merits for ascension by saving others! She surveyed the pitch-black primeval forest; thunder boomed, and rain was about to fall. sea??h th§× N??elFir§×.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. The forest was a difficult place to navigate in the rain; she was already struggling on her own, let alone carrying a large man. So, Her Majesty the Empress stylishly turned around to leave. But after taking a couple of steps, she turned back, picked up Fang Lilin in one swift move, threw him over her shoulder, and trudged forward. That damned professional obligation! Oh well, it was just a matter of saving someone. Even though Fang Lilin was someone she had only met once, he seemed decent enough, with an air of righteousness. Seeing that the thunder was getting more frequent, she estimated that the rain would start any minute. Xia Weibao, carrying such a large man on her back and walking through the pitch-black forest, had a tough time. Occasionally, snakes, insects, rats, ants, poisonous spiders, and whatnot would pop out to greet her, making her even angrier. After a thought, she shook the man on her back to make sure he was truly unconscious, then lightly tapped the ground with her toes and used her qinggong skills to fly forward. A white figure appeared, ghostly drifting through the forest. If anyone had seen it, they probably would have been scared enough to go complain to Lord Yama about ghosts being let loose to scare people. After flying for a while, she finally saw the small wooden hut Fang Lilin had mentioned. Xia Weibao¡¯s eyes brightened, and just as she got him inside, a torrential downpour started outside. The hut was very simple, with only a small bed and no chairs. On the side was a little wooden table with some basic cooking tools on it. Everything was covered in a thick layer of dust; it seemed like it had been a long time since anyone had been here. Truth be told, the moment she saw this little wooden hut, she had a fleeting illusion of having returned to a thousand years ago. Chapter 187 - 187 She is His Angel Chapter 187: Chapter 187 She is His Angel At that time, she was a wandering divine healer in Jianghu. With the Dog Emperor, she had spent the most beautiful time in such a small wooden hut. Taking a deep breath, she suppressed the sudden surge of sadness in her heart. She mustn¡¯t think about it, some periods of time are destined not to return, and some people are also destined never to be seen again. The more she thought about it, the more it would only add to her melancholy. S§×ar?h the N?vel(F)ire.n§×t website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. After throwing Fang Lilin onto the small bed, Xia Weibao bit a small flashlight in her mouth and then reached out to take off his clothes. His physique, not bad at all. He could definitely rival the Dog Emperor. There were several wounds on Fang Lilin¡¯s body, with a round, deep wound on his arm. There was something inside it. She had never seen such an injury before, but according to the original owner¡¯s memory, it should be a gunshot wound. A slash across his chest was so deep that it reached bone. There were two small tooth marks on his lower leg, the surrounding skin was blackened and hard, likely the result of a snake bite. Besides, there were countless other large and small injuries. Tsk tsk, Xia Weibao shook her head and then took out a small cloth bag she carried with her, turning out silver needles and some homemade medicinal powder. ¡°Lucky for you, you ran into me, otherwise you wouldn¡¯t even know how you died.¡± First, she used the silver needles to seal his major meridians to prevent the spread of snake venom, and then she proceeded to detoxify him and treat his wounds. Looking at the bullet head dug out from Fang Lilin¡¯s body, Xia Weibao studied it seriously. Is this the most formidable weapon of modern society? Just like that, she could catch it with her bare hands. A torrential downpour began outside the window, with thunder rumbling and lightning seeming to tear through the entire forest. Inside the small wooden hut, a woman dressed in a white tracksuit, holding a small flashlight, was sitting intently by the bed, treating the wounds of the man lying on it. Outside the rain was sparse and the wind fierce, with bursts of thunder, but inside it was incredibly serene. The ferocious lightning slashed across half the sky, as if becoming the backdrop. After busying herself for two hours, she finally took care of all his injuries, and Xia Weibao breathed a sigh of relief. Sitting somewhat exhausted by the bed. Observing the man on the bed whose breath, though weak, was now stable, Xia Weibao thought very seriously. Should she charge him a medical fee? She was so poor now. A gust of air laden with moisture blew in, causing Xia Weibao to shiver. Looking back at the unconscious Fang Lilin, he seemed even colder. The temperature in the forest at night was extremely low, especially now with the rainfall. After pondering a moment, she took off the outer jacket of the tracksuit she was wearing and laid it over him. Then, with her bare hands, she split the small wooden table! And fished out a lighter to start a fire. Fang Lilin had a dream. He dreamt that he was ambushed during a mission, and then he fled into the primeval forest. He encountered an angel who carried him while running through the forest, treating his wounds. Outside, the pouring rain was cold, but his heart felt so warm. Especially when her tender, boneless hands touched his body, that feeling was intoxicating. In a daze, he opened his eyes, his head splitting with pain. His eyes met with an unfamiliar environment, leaving him somewhat perplexed. A sudden, piercing pain came from his arm, causing his pupils to contract sharply. He was still alive! Struggling, he glanced over his body. His arm was wrapped in white gauze, his chest was bandaged with his military uniform, and there was a strong scent of herbal medicine. One pant leg had been torn off and was now wrapped around his lower leg. Covering his body was a white women¡¯s tracksuit jacket. From beside him came the sound of light breathing, and as he turned his head swiftly, he saw a scene he¡¯d never forget. Chapter 188 - 188: Catching Adultery in the Act Chapter 188: Chapter 188: Catching Adultery in the Act A young girl was leaning against the headboard of the bed. She was asleep, her head slightly tilted to one side. Her high ponytail was somewhat disheveled, and stray strands of hair had fallen down, covering half of her face. Her exquisitely perfect features could be barely discerned. Her facial lines were soft and smooth, as if they were a piece of art meticulously sculpted by God. She seemed like a stunning beauty who had stepped out of a painting. So, everything last night wasn¡¯t a dream! He had really encountered an angel, and she had saved him! Fang Lilin was somewhat spellbound. This was the first time he had looked at a woman from such a close distance. Her cherry-like lips were slightly open, with faint breaths emanating from within, serene and tranquil. Fang Lilin was somewhat spellbound until Xia Weibao shivered and hugged her arms tightly around herself. He then noticed that she was wearing only a pair of sweatpants and a tank top. Damn it! It was raining last night, and the temperature was so low, how could he use a frail girl¡¯s clothes as his cover, letting her suffer the cold! He struggled to drape his sportswear over her. Accidentally, he jerked his wound, causing him to gasp in pain. This movement woke Xia Weibao, who was in deep sleep. Like the fluttering of butterfly wings, her eyelashes quivered twice as she slowly opened her eyes. Her beautiful gaze was radiant and enchanting. Within her clear eyes, Fang Lilin saw his own reflection. At that moment, in her eyes, there was only him. The tips of his ears inexplicably reddened. Xia Weibao lifted her head, placing a hand on her neck, and gently rotated it twice. Her slightly lazy eyes looked towards Fang Lilin in the morning light, ¡°Are you awake? Do you feel uncomfortable anywhere else?¡± Fang Lilin¡¯s heart thumped wildly. This was the first time he understood what it meant to be smitten. He shook his head, nervous like a young man experiencing the stirrings of love for the first time, not even knowing where to put his hands. Seeing his unnaturally flushed face, Xia Weibao reached out to touch his forehead. She murmured softly, ¡°Could it be that the snake venom wasn¡¯t completely cleared?¡± That shouldn¡¯t be, her antidote could neutralize all poisons, a mere snake venom shouldn¡¯t be a problem. ¡°No fever though,¡± said Xia Weibao, puzzled. If the person was alright, why was his face so red? Fang Lilin felt somewhat unnatural. And at the same time, he was annoyed. How could he have fainted last night, would that leave a bad impression on her? He cleared his throat unnaturally, ¡°Was it you who saved me last night?¡± As soon as the words left his mouth, he felt that his way of starting the conversation was too clumsy. S~ea??h the nov§×lF~ire.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. It was obvious, wasn¡¯t it? Xia Weibao nodded seriously, ¡°Yes.¡± ¡°Thank you,¡± said Fang Lilin, his expression very sincere. Xia Weibao was waiting for him to say more, but after a long wait from left to right, all she got was his grateful look¡­ Xia Weibao, ¡°¡­¡± That¡¯s it? No practical follow-up? He can¡¯t be that stingy! Even though she wasn¡¯t greedy, she was in need of money right now. Sans a penny on her, leaving Lu Hualiang could mean starvation. If she didn¡¯t earn money, how was she supposed to survive after divorce? Beg on the streets? Nowadays, the profession of begging isn¡¯t as easy as before. Seeing her disappointed expression, Fang Lilin felt a sudden urge to laugh. He couldn¡¯t help but tease, ¡°Or do you expect me to offer myself in return? It¡¯s only right to offer myself for the grace of saving a life, if you don¡¯t mind¡­¡± ¡°Stop!¡± Xia Weibao jumped up as if seeing a ghost, ¡°Enough, I only saved you by chance, no need for any compensation!¡± To hell with offering oneself! Just mentioning it gave her psychological trauma! Back then, when she first met Dog Emperor, she saved him too. Then that jerk talked about offering himself in return. At the time, thinking he was quite handsome, she figured offering oneself wasn¡¯t a loss; she thought of it like keeping a male companion. Turns out the joke was on her in the end! Beauty misleads! What a tearful heartache! Seeing her extreme reaction, Fang Lilin was a bit disappointed. He handed over the clothes, ¡°Put them on first, don¡¯t catch cold.¡± Xia Weibao glanced at the fireplace, all that remained were ashes. No wonder she had been feeling cold. She took the clothes, sat down by the bed, and checked his pulse. Ensuring his body would not catch a chill, she then put on the clothes. ¡°What¡¯s your name?¡± Bang! Before Xia Weibao could answer, the cabin door was suddenly kicked open. Chapter 189 - 189: Director Lus Jealousy Flares Up Chapter 189: Chapter 189: Director Lu¡¯s Jealousy Flares Up Xia Weibao¡¯s movements while dressing froze. S§×arch* The N?vel(F)ire.n§×t website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. When she turned her head, she saw Lu Hualiang appear at the door, looking completely disheveled. His clothes were soaked through and were still dripping with water, with several areas torn and tattered. There were several small cuts on his hands. His hair, usually impeccable, was now a total mess, with strands hanging down and obscuring the panic and urgency in his eyes. Upon seeing Xia Weibao and Fang Lilin on the bed, his pupils suddenly constricted! For a moment, Xia Weibao felt as if she could see a fierce killing intent radiating from him! She was startled for a second, ¡°Director Lu? What are you doing here?¡± Lu Hualiang¡¯s chest heaved, and he stared at Xia Weibao with a gaze so intense it sent shivers down one¡¯s spine. His fists slowly clenched as he used all the strength he could muster to suppress the urge to strangle the woman in front of him. Was there anything more heart-wrenching than watching your own woman in a disheveled state on the same bed with another man? A lone man and woman, a violent storm, a tinderbox waiting to ignite. The mere thought of what they might have done the previous night filled Lu Hualiang with murderous rage! All his patience seemed exhausted as he forced himself to turn and leave. If he stayed any longer, he truly feared he might do something regrettable. Somehow, seeing the pain in his eyes as he turned away pierced Xia Weibao¡¯s heart fiercely. Her heart, too, felt empty in that moment. He was angry. She could feel it, he was angry, very, very angry. Yet she didn¡¯t understand why he was angry. Staring aimlessly at the door for a long while, she finally withdrew her gaze. But upon seeing Fang Lilin¡¯s bare upper body, she trembled violently. Then looking at herself, one hand halfway through the sleeve of her tracksuit but not fully dressed. The messy bed, the disarrayed clothes, her mid-dress¡ª This scene¡­ Xia Weibao lowered her head and pressed her lips into a straight line, her grip on the clothes growing tighter. Seeing her mood suddenly plummet, Fang Lilin felt an indescribable disappointment. Was there anything left unclear? It turned out, the ¡°belle¡± already had someone. And that person was Lu Hualiang. He paled somewhat, bitterness indescribable in his heart. ¡°Do you need me to explain?¡± ¡°No need,¡± Xia Weibao said silently as she finished dressing. Without a word, she got up, packed her small backpack, and left without looking back. Outside, the rain had stopped. She lifted her head weakly; sunlight was sprinkling down on her face, making her look somewhat pale. She opened her mouth slightly but couldn¡¯t make a sound. Her eyes were sore, and her heart¡­ was heavy. Your Majesty, I suddenly feel so uncomfortable. She walked a few steps forward and came across several dead snakes. Moving further, she saw a wolf with its head blown open. Xia Weibao staggered, her nose tingling and her eyes reddening. Her heart was so heavy that it oppressed her entire being. The blood on these corpses hadn¡¯t dried yet¡ªclearly, they had been killed not long ago. Was it Lu Hualiang who had killed them? The forest was so terrifying; as someone from ancient times with so much experience, she had nearly fallen for the dangers several times, and Fang Lilin had been directly ensnared. What about him, was he injured? Had he been bitten by some venomous creature? Knowing how dangerous it was inside, why did he still rush in during the night? Was it to¡­ look for her? Such dark skies, such heavy rain, such loud thunder, such slippery roads, a forest teeming with poisonous creatures¡ªhe must have known the dangers, so why did he still come? Chapter 190 - 190 Admitting He Likes Her Chapter 190: Chapter 190 Admitting He Likes Her Xia Weibao¡¯s eyes were red, and she wanted to go to Lu Hualiang to explain. But in the end, she gave up. The divorce was imminent; she shouldn¡¯t have any involvement with him. Let him think she was a fickle woman, then, when the contract expired, he could let her go cleanly. Behind her, Lu Hualiang stood behind a large tree, staring at the woman who gradually vanished into the woods. S§×ar?h the Novel?ire(.)ne*t website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. His fists clenched tighter and tighter, fresh blood dripping down his pale fingertips. Just like his heart, bleeding profusely. Xia Weibao, do you even have a heart! His eyes were bloodshot, filled with veins as he stared long at the direction she had disappeared. Suddenly, he closed his eyes wearily. The tight grip loosened, revealing the mottled wounds on his hand. He leaned against the tree, head hanging down, somewhat powerless. He had conceded defeat. Even with self-deception, at this moment, the feeling of a heart riddled with a thousand cuts forced him to admit it. He had fallen for Xia Weibao. Fallen for this heartless woman, fallen for this woman who didn¡¯t have him in her heart, fallen for this woman who made him¡­ both love and hate her. He turned around to glance at the little cabin behind him, his heart sharply aching. Forcing himself to look away, he walked forward with resolve. It didn¡¯t matter; these were her past. As a mature man, he shouldn¡¯t dwell on it. It was normal for her to be playful without him in her heart now. As long as she would only have him in the future, he could¡­ accept it. Compared to losing her, what were these in comparison? Yang Li saw a refugee walk into the CEO¡¯s office and almost had the bodyguard throw the person out! However, he had just taken out his phone when a look full of murderous intent from Lu Hualiang made him tremble, and the phone fell straight to the ground. ¡°Mas¡­ Master?¡± Damn! Master, did you go to Africa to become a refugee, or did you experience the hardships of a beggar by the roadside? How did you end up like this! Lu Hualiang didn¡¯t say a word and turned to enter his office. He went into the resting room, took some clothes, and freshened up. Then he lay in the bed of the resting room, staring blankly at the wardrobe beside him. He clearly had a home, clearly had a wife; why did he have to live alone in the company. He rested for a while, then held two meetings. By the time he finished work, it was already evening. Lu Hualiang made a phone call home; Housekeeper Fu said that Xia Weibao had come back, but as usual, she was snacking and playing games. As for him, to her, he was just a stranger, without a word of concern. Boss Lu felt, it hit him right in the heart. He kept consoling himself that it didn¡¯t matter, she didn¡¯t have him in her heart now, he couldn¡¯t ask for too much. At least she would come home, rather than leaving with a guy surnamed Fang. This meant that she valued him more than Fang Ye, at least in her heart. Cough cough, not to be rude to Director Lu, but the reason the Empress came back is that she had nowhere to go. Director Lu is someone who cares about face, even when wooing his wife, it can¡¯t be too obvious, or else he would feel too embarrassed. Just like now, he wanted to move back home. But he felt going back eagerly would be too disgraceful and make him seem desperate. To maintain a bit of self-respect, he needed a legitimate reason to go back. So he thought of a method he believed was excellent. That was to have his subordinates go to Lu Garden and steal something. If there was a theft at home, as the head of the household, it would be perfectly normal for him to return to deal with it. Director Lu felt compelled to applaud his own intelligence. Thinking about going home tonight, he felt a bit excited. Chapter 191 - 191: The Bitter History of Director Lu Returning Home Chapter 191: Chapter 191: The Bitter History of Director Lu Returning Home However, waiting and waiting, until 2 a.m., he still had not received any news. Lu Hualiang was getting impatient. So he called his subordinate, urging him to act quickly. Only to find out, the contact was lost. Reaching out to others to check on that subordinate¡¯s whereabouts, he discovered the guy had been taken to the police station. The reason was theft, caught red-handed. It was said to be quite brutal, caught and beaten to a pulp, swelling up like a pig¡¯s head, carried into the police station on a stretcher. According to the police¡¯s account, when the thief saw the police, he was as excited as if he had seen his own birth mother, sniveling and limping towards them, eagerly climbing into the police car, refusing to be pulled out. That look of fear, as if Lord Yama himself was chasing him. In all their years as police officers, it was the first time they had seen a thief so eager to go to jail. One could imagine just how harshly he had been abused. Hearing the subordinate¡¯s report, Lu Hualiang twitched the corner of his eye fiercely. That bad! Suddenly thinking of something, he winced and made a call back to Housekeeper Fu. Housekeeper Fu was sound asleep, awakened by the call, and was in a terrible mood, ready to curse out whoever the turtle son of a bitch was for disturbing his sweet dreams in the dead of night¡ªdid they not want to live! However, upon seeing that it was a call from Lu Hualiang, he could only swallow all his grievances with a smile. Grinning on his face, cursing in his heart. ¡°Sir, do you need something so late?¡± The subtext being, if it¡¯s nothing, I¡¯m hanging up; I still need my beauty sleep. Lu Hualiang¡¯s heart was a jumble of emotions, it had been just a few days since he hadn¡¯t been home, yet he felt like he was becoming an outsider. ¡°Nothing much, is everything okay at home?¡± ¡°No problems at all, everything¡¯s fine.¡± Housekeeper Fu was somewhat puzzled; with him, the all-capable housekeeper around, what could possibly go wrong? Besides, even if he couldn¡¯t handle it, wasn¡¯t there still the young mistress? Sir, you just rest easy and stay outside the home, no need to come back at all. S§×arch* The n?vel_Fire.¦Çet website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Lu Hualiang frowned, ¡°I heard there was a burglary at the house?¡± Housekeeper Fu felt embarrassed; you called to disturb my sleep over such a trivial matter? ¡°Indeed, a thief sneaked in, but it¡¯s no big deal, the young mistress chased him away.¡± Lu Hualiang¡¯s temples pulsed twice, of course, it had to be that woman! ¡°What happened?¡± he asked in a heavy voice. Housekeeper Fu laughed merrily, his admiration for Xia Weibao was overflowing. ¡°A small matter. Tonight an adept thief actually got through Lu Garden¡¯s security system and snuck in, but he was unlucky and happened to climb into the young mistress¡¯s room. At that moment, the young mistress was playing video games, and then someone jumped through the window, causing her to lose. So she gave him a good beating and sent him off to the police station. Sir, let me tell you, the young mistress is really impressive. With one kick, she sent the thief flying down from upstairs. Then she just leaped down from the floor like something out of a movie, so cool! She pinned down the thief and gave him a fierce beating, even forced him to swear never to steal again, especially not from people who are playing video games¡­¡± Listening to Housekeeper Fu¡¯s endless praise of Xia Weibao, Lu Hualiang didn¡¯t know what to say anymore. He hung up the phone quietly. Then he sent a message to his subordinate, no need to bail out that thief tonight. Let him reflect in the police station for a good while. Damn idiot! Out of all the rooms to steal from, he had to choose Xia Weibao¡¯s! And of all times to go, he had to pick when she was playing her video games; didn¡¯t he know that woman was an online gaming addict! Who dares to interrupt her gaming, even her dear husband won¡¯t be spared! Chapter 192 - 192 192 Blowing Up Lu Garden Thats Quite ?Chapter 192: Chapter 192: Blowing Up Lu Garden, That¡¯s Quite Desperate Chapter 192: Chapter 192: Blowing Up Lu Garden, That¡¯s Quite Desperate The underlings who were still desperately waiting to get out of prison were on the verge of tears. ¡°Master, how was I supposed to know that was the young mistress¡¯s room?¡± He had deliberately avoided the master bedroom and specifically picked a guest room. Who knew you motherfuckers were separated! Lu Hualiang was so angry he could hardly breathe. Here it goes again, the feeling of shooting himself in the foot. If only he had known how hard it would be to return home, he never should have stormed out in a huff in the first place. At four in the morning, a phone call summoned Yang Li. Yang Li, with eyes like those of a panda, stood in the CEO¡¯s office, staring at the man behind the desk. In his mind, he chanted three times: This is my master, I can¡¯t get angry, this is my master, I can¡¯t get angry, this is my master, I can¡¯t get angry. Then he silently recited the Calming Incantation three times, finally managing to suppress the temper that was about to explode. Fucking 4 A.M. and here at work?! Master, even if the young mistress has kicked you out and you¡¯re feeling lonely and cold, don¡¯t take it out on me. It¡¯s bad enough to be tortured by you during the day, now you won¡¯t even let me heal up at the dead of night! If you want me dead, just do it directly with a single shot! Lu Hualiang glared at Yang Li with a dark expression, ¡°Find a way to get me back home.¡± Although Yang Li wasn¡¯t reliable, he had at least chased a few women and should have more experience than him. Yang Li¡¯s 40 cm long knife was already unsheathed! He quickly pulled out his wallet and glanced at the photo of Yang Jian being chased by a flock of penguins. Then he silently sheathed his knife again. He hasn¡¯t married into riches and reached the pinnacle of life yet, he can¡¯t afford to die on a whim. But he really wanted to swear, ¡°Motherfucking idiot!¡± To get home, just grab your luggage and drive back home, what¡¯s the need for a plan? If you think taking your luggage is bothersome, then just drive back on your own, since there are plenty of clothes at home anyway. Master, are you a three-year-old who can¡¯t find his way home, or have you become an idiot who can¡¯t drive? ¡°Master, you can just go back directly,¡± said Yang Li. Lu Hualiang¡¯s expression turned icy, ¡°Don¡¯t I have any dignity?¡± Yang Li, ¡°¡­¡± Great, his pride was hurt again. He really wanted to scream, ¡°What¡¯s more important, your pride or your wife?¡± Once again looking at the photo of Yang Jian being chased by penguins, he suppressed his urge to lash out. Then he suggested with a smile, ¡°Master, you could create some accidents, then out of necessity, you, as the head of the family, would have to go back to deal with them.¡± At the mention of this, a chill emanated from Lu Hualiang, filling the entire office. Head of the family? Now the head of the Lu Garden had become that woman! Thinking back on last night¡¯s events, the cold around him grew even more intense. Yang Li was confused; things were fine just a moment ago, why the sudden change of face? He suddenly remembered the news he¡¯d heard just before sleeping, some underling foolish enough to try burgling Lu Garden was beaten to a pulp by Xia Weibao and sent to the police station. Yang Li¡¯s eyes widened in shock; surely that person hadn¡¯t been sent by the master, had he? How stupid would that be, to attempt to steal from Xia Weibao? Anyone would know better than to mess with her¡ªshe can even pull off license plates! Taking her on is asking to die! Wiping away sweat, Yang Li wondered at his master¡¯s intelligence that turned negative when faced with the young mistress. As a dutiful twenty-four-seven assistant, Yang Li kindly offered a suggestion. ¡°Master, the young mistress is so formidable; she can certainly handle ordinary methods. How about blowing up your house?¡± No matter how formidable Xia Weibao is, she can¡¯t withstand the force of a bomb, right? If she can even handle an explosion, then, Master, you might as well not go back. S§×ar?h the N?vel(F)ire.¦Çet website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Being married to such a powerful wife and not getting beaten to death is already a blessing from the heavens; sleeping with her is out of the question! Chapter 193 - 193 193 Its the Young Madam…… ?Chapter 193: Chapter 193: It¡¯s the Young Madam¡­¡­ Chapter 193: Chapter 193: It¡¯s the Young Madam¡­¡­ Lu Hualiang thought about it and felt it made sense. The house was blown up, he simply couldn¡¯t believe she would be able to handle it! So he immediately had people prepare the explosives. S§×arch* The N?vel?ire.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. However, blowing up a house was a dangerous affair and had to be carefully arranged. It was absolutely necessary to avoid injuring anyone. Especially someone like Xia Weibao, who loved to run around everywhere, it was imperative to make sure she wasn¡¯t home before starting the demolition. If she were to be injured by mistake, he would be the one to feel heartache. He still had shadows from the last time she was blasted by a gas explosion. Lu Hualiang chose the following noon to set his plan in motion, when Xia Weibao would be away filming. After everything was arranged, the anger in his heart subsided somewhat. Only then did he enter the lounge, planning to take a nap. Yang Li, who had been tossed the task of preparing meeting materials, could not feel more resentful. What sort of bad karma had he accumulated to end up serving such an unscrupulous master! Lu Hualiang lay on the bed and the moment he closed his eyes, he saw Xia Weibao and Fang Lilin waking up disheveled on the same bed. Last night they¡­ Suddenly, he opened his eyes, his gaze somewhat fierce. Then he closed them again and took several deep breaths to calm his emotions. She didn¡¯t have him in her heart right now, and losing his temper would only push her further away. Even if there was another man in her heart, even if she had once belonged to another man. That was all in the past. He was confident that he could win her over! Although, it would make him feel uncomfortable. But for her sake, he was willing to endure. The call he received the next day at noon, however, informed him that all the people sent to plant the explosives had been taken into police custody. And they had been beaten up before being dragged in. Lu Hualiang¡¯s temples throbbed incessantly, what was going on! Why were they in the police station out of the blue! It wasn¡¯t until he inquired about the cause and consequence that he found out Xia Weibao didn¡¯t have scenes to shoot at noon and thus had come home earlier. She just happened to see several fools sneakily setting up the explosives. Afterward, she beat them up and packed them off to the police station. Lu Hualiang sat behind his office desk, massaging his temples helplessly. He really wanted to ask if Xia Weibao was even a woman! The plan to return home was thwarted again; truly, the journey home was long and arduous. Let¡¯s not laugh at Director Lu or make sarcastic remarks, after all, he is also a good dog who has remained single on his own strength! Every hardworking person deserves respect, and the effort to court disaster is also an effort that should be affirmed to the fullest! How to return home without losing face is bound to be a long and difficult task. Boss Lu racked his brains but couldn¡¯t think of a good solution. What about getting himself sick again? That way, just like last time, he could go home openly and aboveboard, and have Xia Weibao take care of him. On second thought, not so good. Because of the primeval forest incident, he was still in a cold war with Xia Weibao, and she probably wouldn¡¯t care about him. Getting drunk seemed like a pretty good idea, too. He would drink too much during a business negotiation, and then his subordinates could take him home. This reason was also very legitimate and wouldn¡¯t cause him to lose face. Lu Hualiang felt that this was the most direct and effective method. Just as he was about to proceed, Housekeeper Fu¡¯s call came through. The tone was very urgent, as if he had encountered some major issue. ¡°Sir, please come back quickly, there¡¯s been an accident at home.¡± Lu Hualiang frowned, ¡°What happened?¡± Housekeeper Fu seemed to be struggling, ¡°The house has collapsed and even damaged the neighboring Presidential Mansion; ah, you should come back and see for yourself.¡± Lu Hualiang was even more baffled. Weren¡¯t the people he arranged taken to the police station by Xia Weibao? The bomb hadn¡¯t been successfully installed, so how could the house collapse, and to the extent that it even damaged the neighboring Presidential Mansion? That was severe! ¡°It was Mrs. Lu¡­¡± Chapter 194 - 194 194 The Wicked Sue First ?Chapter 194: Chapter 194 The Wicked Sue First Chapter 194: Chapter 194 The Wicked Sue First When Lu Hualiang returned home, he saw a crowd gathered around the side courtyard near the Presidential Mansion. The man standing amidst a pile of ruins was the most eye-catching, with delicate features and a clear outline; hidden within his calm eyes was a covert ambition. This man was none other than Yan Fei, the youngest president of Hua Country. Housekeeper Fu was nodding and bowing to Yan Fei at this moment, his face full of apologies, and he was continuously wiping sweat off his forehead. Behind Housekeeper Fu stood Xia Weibao, somewhat guiltily, like a little wife. ¡°What happened.¡± Lu Hualiang approached with a stern face. His gaze fell upon Xia Weibao. Only then did he notice how extraordinarily disheveled she looked at the moment. Her face was black as if she were a refugee from Africa. Aside from those big eyes, her entire face was blackened. Not only that, but her hair also looked like hay that had been baked dry, not even slightly as smooth as it was in the past. Her clothes were smeared with a layer of soot and had several scrapes. Lu Hualiang was startled and quickly pulled her in front of him, ¡°What happened!¡± The way she looked, it was as if she¡¯d just escaped from an explosion scene. Looking behind her, he saw rubble scattered everywhere, with various destroyed structures strewn about. It still carried the heat that hadn¡¯t dissipated, scorched black, indeed like the aftermath of an explosion¡­ Xia Weibao¡¯s face turned slightly red, embarrassed. She fidgeted, her little face flushed, ¡°They bullied me.¡± Housekeeper Fu felt ashamed; Madam, you really do know how to play the blame game first. So he hurried forward, explaining the situation with tremendous embarrassment. ¡°Sir, here¡¯s what happened: Madam caught several thieves at home today, beat them up, and then sent them to the police station. When she got back, she found a bomb and started to study it. I don¡¯t know what she did, but it exploded. The house just happened to collapse towards the Presidential Mansion, and that¡¯s how she smashed their Rose Garden.¡± The most luxurious and impressive residences in Huaxia Country, the Lu Garden and the Presidential Mansion, although their entrances faced different streets, were actually only separated by a single wall. With that explosion, both families were affected. The Rose Garden was the favourite place of President Yan Fei¡¯s younger sister, Yan Yuexian. Yan Yuexian was notoriously spoiled and temperamental, so the situation was a bit troublesome. Lu Hualiang¡¯s heart clenched, an explosion?! ¡°Are you all right?¡± She was really making a mess of things! Explosives are not something to play with! If she had been injured¡­ The consequences¡­ Just thinking about it made him feel chill all over. This woman was getting more and more presumptuous! Xia Weibao¡¯s face turned even redder, and even the tips of her ears were blushing. Fortunately, her face was covered in black ash, so it was not noticeable. She shook her head, ¡°I¡¯m fine, I ran fast.¡± Only after Lu Hualiang had checked her over from head to toe to ensure that she was only covered in dust but uninjured, did he finally relax. He then felt somewhat speechless. So she had blown up someone else¡¯s Rose Garden but claimed she was bullied? Xia Weibao¡¯s expression grew even more embarrassed; her darting eyes looked everywhere but at Lu Hualiang. Well¡­ it really was an accident. She had no idea that thing was so powerful. In the moment of the blast, she was so scared that she even used her Qinggong skills. S§×ar?h the ¦Çov§×lFire .net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. That was close. ¡°How did you escape?¡± Lu Hualiang¡¯s eyes narrowed slightly. To be able to flee from an explosion site¡ªthis was completely beyond the capabilities of an ordinary person! It seemed necessary for him to research whether mental instability could cause genetic mutations. Ever since she came out of the mental hospital, this woman had become too bizarre. Chapter 195 - 195 195 Her Majesty Takes the Initiative to ?Chapter 195: Chapter 195 Her Majesty Takes the Initiative to Show Goodwill Chapter 195: Chapter 195 Her Majesty Takes the Initiative to Show Goodwill Thumping on the computer, poking the phone, picking at the license plate, smashing the car body, punching a hole in the wall, uprooting a century-old tree¡ªtoday was even crazier, escaping from the center of an explosion! Is this something a normal person could do? Xia Weibao¡¯s heart skipped a beat, shoot! Her guilty eyes darted about, not daring to meet Lu Hualiang¡¯s gaze. How did I escape, haha, that¡¯s pretty amazing to talk about. I even used Qinggong, badass, right! But I can¡¯t tell you that, I¡¯m afraid you¡¯re too timid and would be scared to death. Xia Weibao felt that she really had to be more careful in the future, she had too many secrets, and the slightest carelessness could lead to suspicion. Although no matter how others investigated, they couldn¡¯t find anything since this body was indeed Xia Weibao. Still, the feeling of being minded by others was extremely annoying! So she coughed twice, giving a forced explanation, ¡°Well, I was just lucky.¡± Lu Hualiang, ¡°¡­¡± Can¡¯t you find a more heartfelt excuse! Lucky enough to escape from right under a bomb¡¯s nose? He looked at her speechlessly, saying nothing more. What could he say? He picked his wife, and he must clean up her messes, kneeling if he had to. However, seeing the villa turned to ruins behind him, he felt somewhat of a headache. He went over to apologize to Yan Fei and promised to compensate Yan Yuexian with a Rose Garden. After discussing the political situation in Huaxia for a while, Lu Hualiang made concessions, and the matter came to an end. In Hua Country, the name Lu Hualiang had a special status, enough to influence political trends. Even the President had to give way to him. Before Yan Fei turned to leave, he took a deep look at Xia Weibao, his eyes filled with complexity. sea??h th§× N?velFire(.)net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Xia Weibao was baffled. What¡¯s with that look? Could it be we knew each other before? No way, I like beautiful things and I never forget a handsome face or beautiful woman. If I had seen such a good-looking man before, there¡¯s no way I wouldn¡¯t remember him. Seeing Xia Weibao actually staring at Yan Fei, the anger inside Lu Hualiang immediately flared up. Yesterday, there was Fang Lilin, and today, Yan Fei! How many men does she want to hook up with! The most infuriating thing was that she¡¯d flirt with everyone but him! This dealt a serious blow to Lu Hualiang¡¯s proud self-esteem. Meanwhile, the jealousy he spilled almost soured the entire Lu Garden. He instructed Housekeeper Fu to find someone to fix the wall, then stormed back to the living room. Xia Weibao thought it over and followed him back as well. Inside the living room, Lu Hualiang sat solemnly in the main seat. And Xia Weibao sat on the left, straight-backed like a good baby, yet her eyes never dared to wander in Lu Hualiang¡¯s direction. With what happened yesterday morning between her and Fang Lilin, now her relationship with Lu Hualiang was extremely awkward. She thought he would continue to live outside and didn¡¯t expect him to suddenly return, which made her very uncomfortable. Sitting in silence only made the atmosphere more awkward. ¡°Um¡­ are you hurt?¡± Xia Weibao ventured tentatively. Perhaps out of guilt, her tone carried a trace of obsequiousness. Lu Hualiang, still annoyed about her attracting other men¡¯s attention, gave a cold laugh laced with mockery. ¡°Oh, you¡¯re concerned about me now?¡± So it goes to show, there¡¯s a reason why Director Lu has remained single. The lady herself is making overtures, and you still put on airs! You deserve to be wifeless for a lifetime! Xia Weibao scratched her head, ¡°There are a lot of poisonous creatures in the forest, did you get bitten?¡± ¡°No.¡± ¡°Oh.¡± Xia Weibao tugged at the hair by her ear, her head down, looking somewhat unnatural. ¡°Then, if there¡¯s nothing else, I¡¯ll head back to my room first.¡± Chapter 196 - 196 196 Director Lu Finally Sees the Light ?Chapter 196: Chapter 196 Director Lu Finally Sees the Light Chapter 196: Chapter 196 Director Lu Finally Sees the Light Seeing her indifferent attitude, Lu Hualiang was fuming. His tone icy, ¡°Go back to your room and do what?¡± Did she really dislike seeing him so much? She could be all lovey-dovey with Fang Lilin, yet couldn¡¯t even bear to sit with him for a while, could she? Faced with his sudden change of demeanor, Xia Weibao was somewhat bewildered. ¡°Go back to the room to play games.¡± Otherwise, what was she supposed to do sitting here? Watch his face? She discovered Lu Hualiang¡¯s stupidity was getting worse¡­ She stopped paying attention to him and went straight upstairs. It was rare to have an afternoon off from filming; she wanted to enjoy some quality game time. Seeing her walk into the guest room, Lu Hualiang felt like he could cough up blood! He suddenly felt so insignificant¡­ Rubbing his temples with a slight headache, he thought that at least he was rightfully back home. The only problem was she still stayed in the guest room, which was very bad. And her attitude toward him, still as cold as a stranger, made him extremely uncomfortable. It was probably unrealistic to expect her to move back in with him; that woman would rather be far away from him. What could he do to make her move back into the master bedroom on her own initiative¡­ After resting in his room for a while, Lu Hualiang went to the balcony to get some fresh air. But then he saw Xia Weibao, who just earlier was playing games and had now descended, surrounded and laughing heartily with a group of young maids! ¡°Missus, you were so fierce fighting that thief last night. Did you ever learn martial arts?¡± ¡°Missus, you looked so cool when you were fighting¡­¡± ¡°Right, it was awesome! You¡¯re like my idol!¡± ¡°Missus¡­¡± Surrounded by a crowd of beauties, Xia Weibao felt very pleased with herself. She caressed one maid¡¯s hand, pinched another¡¯s cheek. Making the occasional teasing remark, she left the maids flushed with shy laughter. They were having a blast. Lu Hualiang, ¡°¡­¡± Seeing this scene, he vaguely felt as if he were witnessing an ancient emperor flirting with his Imperial Harem. Was it just an illusion? He hadn¡¯t been home for a few days, and she had already become so chummy with all the servants? Had something happened that he wasn¡¯t aware of? And why did he have this sensation of being cuckolded? Meanwhile, Xia Weibao, upon the eager request of the group of beauties, stood up and performed a very cool set of punches. It drew a chorus of screams. ¡°So cool¡ª¡± ¡°Missus is so awesome¡ª¡± ¡°Ahh, Missus, I love you!!!¡± Lu Hualiang, ¡°¡­¡± He really wanted to drag this woman back. She was flirting with girls right in front of her husband, not even considering his feelings! This couldn¡¯t go on; this woman caused too much trouble. He had to win her over as soon as possible! He thought for a moment, then turned around and went downstairs. S§×arch* The n?velFire.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Xia Weibao was downstairs, flirting with the maids to her heart¡¯s content. Suddenly, she saw Lu Hualiang go out and then come back shortly after. Carrying two big bags in his hands. Her Majesty the Empress had such sharp eyes; even from a million miles away, she could recognize her favorite snacks! Knowing how picky Lu Hualiang¡¯s taste was, the snacks he personally brought back had to be delicious. Thus, her heart floated away, and she abandoned the entire harem, trailing behind him. Lu Hualiang had just reached the main villa¡¯s entrance when he saw Xia Weibao running over with a sleazy smile. The corners of his mouth twitched unconsciously, and he slowed down a bit. Xia Weibao caught up and followed him like a shadow. Looking at the two big bags in his hands made her almost drool. Once upstairs, Lu Hualiang entered the master bedroom. He coldly blocked the woman who followed at the door, ¡°What are you doing?¡± Xia Weibao swallowed hard, scratching her chin with a bit of embarrassment. ¡°Director Lu, what¡¯s in your hands?¡± Chapter 197 - 197 197 Your Majesty Youve Been Tricked ?Chapter 197: Chapter 197: Your Majesty, You¡¯ve Been Tricked Chapter 197: Chapter 197: Your Majesty, You¡¯ve Been Tricked ¡°A specialty brought back by a friend on a business trip.¡± Xia Weibao¡¯s eyes lit up, ¡°Specialty? Is it yummy?¡± Seeing her greedy little cat expression, Lu Hualiang wanted to laugh. The emotional intelligence that had been clouded by lard suddenly cleared in this moment. Actually, it was quite easy to catch this woman¡¯s attention. Just cater to her interests. Why hadn¡¯t he realized this before? Straightening his face, he said with a stern look, ¡°It¡¯s alright, just a bit yummier than spicy strips.¡± Better than spicy strips? Xia Weibao¡¯s saliva almost dripped out; she hurriedly sucked it back in. She scratched her head, wanting to eat but too embarrassed to say it out loud. The corners of Lu Hualiang¡¯s mouth barely perceptibly curved up, ¡°Is there something you want?¡± ¡°No.¡± Xia Weibao shook her head, ¡°Nothing.¡± ¡°If there¡¯s nothing, then let¡¯s go.¡± With that, he closed the door. Xia Weibao, left standing outside the door, ¡°¡­¡± She leaned against the door and scratched at it, really wanting to eat. This man was really blind! She had made her wishes so obvious, and yet he didn¡¯t offer her any. Stingy! With three backward glances in one step, she walked reluctantly to the guest room next door. Her Majesty the Empress couldn¡¯t stop thinking about those two large bags just now. Wanting to eat, she couldn¡¯t sleep. She took out her phone and played a round of Kings, only to lose so badly she was reported for feeding. Xia Weibao, ¡°¡­¡± What a crap game, deceiving people, the more you play, the less fun it gets! Seeing that it was time for dinner, she angrily threw down her phone and went down to eat. Only to find Lu Hualiang sitting on the sofa in the living room, gaming. ¡°Penta kill.¡± ¡°Killing spree.¡± ¡°Ace.¡± Wow! Penta kill! Her Majesty the Empress was startled, directly vaulting over the back of the sofa. In her excitement, she tripped over, her movements unsteady, and she tumbled onto the sofa. Her slippers flew from her head to the coffee table. Lu Hualiang, ¡°¡­¡± Sear?h the N?vel(F)ire.n§×t website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Could you be any more dramatic? Right now, Xia Weibao, completely unconcerned about her own image, scrabbled up, her eyes practically glued to his phone. It really was a penta kill! Heaven, appearances are deceiving! She had never seen Lu Hualiang play before and thought he couldn¡¯t, only to discover that he was a real pro! ¡°Penta kill, Director Lu, you¡¯re so awesome!¡± Seeing her admiring gaze, Lu Hualiang felt extremely satisfied. Feeling proud as if his wife finally knew his worth! He was so smug. So Director Lu¡¯s pride was unprecedentedly satisfied, and seeing two people had revived, he immediately charged over and took them out with a few quick swipes. Three more revived in succession, and with a bit of showy skills, he achieved another penta kill. Xia Weibao¡¯s eyes shone with admiration that flowed endlessly like the Yellow River. For someone who is a black hole in gaming, seeing an esports god was like a fly seeing dung. She excitedly grabbed Lu Hualiang¡¯s arm, ¡°Director Lu, how do you play like that, teach me, will you?¡± ¡°You need to be taught something this simple?¡± Xia Weibao, ¡°¡­¡± That¡¯s really hitting where it hurts! Her face turned slightly red, a bit embarrassed. ¡°Well, actually, I¡¯m pretty good at gaming too, it¡¯s just I¡¯ve had some bad luck, always end up with pig teammates, it¡¯s them dragging me down.¡± Lu Hualiang, ¡°¡­¡± You¡¯re the pig teammate, aren¡¯t you? He lifted his hand to stroke her head; such a fierce person, yet her words were so cute. Xia Weibao felt odd being touched by him. However, Lu Hualiang had already started playing again, and she cast aside that feeling to focus on watching his game. Seeing that she was so engrossed, Lu Hualiang suddenly stood up. ¡°I¡¯ve got a video conference to attend to.¡± Chapter 198 - 198 198 The Candy Youve Been Waiting For ?Chapter 198: Chapter 198: The Candy You¡¯ve Been Waiting For Chapter 198: Chapter 198: The Candy You¡¯ve Been Waiting For Xia Weibao, ¡°¡­¡± It was intentional, this person definitely wanted to infuriate her to death so he could inherit her gaming account! She stared as Lu Hualiang went upstairs, still figuring out what to do. As the study door closed, Her Majesty the Empress felt totally disheartened. Her mind was filled with images of Lu Hualiang¡¯s cool moves effortlessly taking out enemies, suddenly making her lose all appetite for dinner. Speaking of which, there were still two big bags of local specialty snacks hidden in Lu Hualiang¡¯s room, she wondered if they were already eaten up. Her low spirits continued into the next day¡¯s filming. The entire crew noticed that their leading lady was in a bad mood today. Before, she would always take the chance to play a game during breaks, although she lost every time, she grew more determined with each defeat! Today she was unusually quiet. She hesitated over her phone contacts like someone in love debating whether to make a call. After filming, Xia Weibao was the first to change out of her costume and go home. Seeing her swift departure, Xu Jiayang was puzzled. Such a hurry, was she rushing off to a date? By the time she got home, Lu Hualiang was already back. He was sitting in the living room at that moment. Hearing the car, he leisurely picked up his phone and launched the battle royale game. Xia Weibao buzzed around him like a fly and sat beside him with a beaming smile, ¡°Director Lu, are you playing a game?¡± ¡°Mhm,¡± Lu Hualiang replied with a chilly attitude. He concentrated on the game, taking down armed opponents with his bare hands. After killing five people in a row, Xia Weibao was so excited she almost knelt down and called him daddy. Daddy, take me to victory in the game! Seeing her eager look, Lu Hualiang couldn¡¯t hold back a slowly spreading smile. ¡°Want to play?¡± ¡°Yeah, yeah, yeah,¡± Xia Weibao nodded her head like a pecking chick. She wanted to play, very badly. Finding herself in need of him, Director Lu¡¯s masculinity felt profoundly satisfied. So, he played a round with Xia Weibao. But just as they landed, he discovered she had already died. He was a bit perplexed, ¡°How did you die?¡± Xia Weibao¡¯s face was slightly embarrassed, ¡°As I landed, I accidentally fell to my death.¡± Lu Hualiang¡¯s eye twitched severely. You truly earned the title of a gaming black hole with your skills! So Xia Weibao could only watch him play eagerly. There was no doubt about Lu Hualiang¡¯s abilities. His hacking techniques were among the world¡¯s elite. A simple game couldn¡¯t possibly trouble him. To handle someone like Xia Weibao, a gaming novice, was a piece of cake! Xia Weibao¡¯s eyes went wide as she watched! To get a better view, she moved closer, her head resting against his arm. Lu Hualiang glanced sideways, his peripheral vision catching sight of her fair and exquisite face. Sear?h the N?velFire.n§×t website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Her lips, pale pink as if frozen, were slightly parted, and her breath, fragrant as orchids, gently exhaled, making his throat feel dry. He really wanted, really wanted to kiss her. However, now was not the time. To win a woman¡¯s heart, one cannot rush; it must be a gradual process. Especially for a woman like Xia Weibao, who had someone else in her heart, he needed to be gentle and subtle. By the time she realized it, he would already have a place in her heart, impossible to forget. On the contrary, if he were too eager, he would only scare her away. ¡°Someone¡¯s coming, shoot quickly!¡± Xia Weibao suddenly grabbed his arm excitedly, snapping Lu Hualiang back to reality. He opened fire, killed the enemy, then continued to watch her from the corner of his eye. She revealed a look of satisfaction, immensely content. Lu Hualiang¡¯s heart melted completely. The way he looked at her was so tender it seemed to drip water. He didn¡¯t enjoy playing games, considering it a waste of time, as time was money for him. But since she liked it, he was willing to play with her. Chapter 199 - 199 199 Director Lu is Very Crafty ?Chapter 199: Chapter 199 Director Lu is Very Crafty Chapter 199: Chapter 199 Director Lu is Very Crafty Director Lu personally took the field, and the result was no doubt. They won. Xia Weibao benefited from being in the same team with him, winning without effort. Looking at the ¡°Great luck! We¡¯re having chicken for dinner!¡± in big letters, Her Majesty the Empress was almost moved to tears. It wasn¡¯t easy. After playing PUBG for so long, it was only the second time Her Majesty had won. The first time was when she had just met the Chicken Trio, and the four of them huddled in the car, playing the game for an entire day and winning once. After that, they never won again. Overwhelmed by sudden happiness, Xia Weibao excitedly hugged Lu Hualiang¡¯s neck and shook him fiercely. ¡°Director Lu, you¡¯re so awesome!!!¡± Lu Hualiang, ¡°¡­¡± Although she initiated the hug, he was pleased. But could she ease up a bit? Was she hugging him or trying to strangle him to death? Xia Weibao belatedly realized she had been too excited and hadn¡¯t moderated her strength. So, she quickly let go of Lu Hualiang, awkwardly patted his chest, and helped him catch his breath. ¡°Sorry, Director Lu, I got too excited.¡± How could she not be, winning for the second time? So she quickly took a screenshot and posted it on her social media. [Oh yeah, we won! Don¡¯t worship me, I¡¯m just a legend.] She also added an extremely smug emoji. She didn¡¯t have many WeChat friends, just Xiang Chu, the Chicken Trio, and a few actors from the cast. At this moment, seeing her post, several friends flocked to comment. Xiang Chu: Master is so skilled, take me for a chicken dinner. Third Chicken: Wow! Wow! Wow! Boss is so cool, so mighty! Big Chicken: Boss, take me to show off and soar. Second Chicken: You play without me, Boss doesn¡¯t love you anymore. Xu Jiayang: Come on, who did you ask to photoshop this? Leng Yan: You might as well delete the post, it¡¯s embarrassing. Seeing the last two comments, Xia Weibao¡¯s fighting spirit blazed! Damn! These two jerks, they actually didn¡¯t believe she could win! She turned abruptly, her cheeks puffed with anger as she looked at Lu Hualiang, ¡°Director Lu.¡± Her tone was like that of a child who had been wronged outside and came home seeking backup. The feeling of being depended on made Lu Hualiang¡¯s heart instantly soften. He raised his hand and touched her head, ¡°There, win another round and slap their faces.¡± Xia Weibao instantly became joyful, her expression brightening with a smile. ¡°Director Lu, you¡¯re so kind.¡± Anyone who played games with her was a good person. Lu Hualiang silently laughed, now she knows he¡¯s good? Heading back into the game, it wasn¡¯t long before Xia Weibao died again. ¡°¡­¡± Lu Hualiang, ¡°How did you die?¡± Her Majesty the Empress¡¯s face turned slightly red, ¡°A car came by just now, I forgot to dodge¡­¡± So, she got hit by a car and died. Lu Hualiang, ¡°¡­¡± All right, he shouldn¡¯t have had any expectations! After winning another round, Xia Weibao was extremely excited. She wanted to brag on social media but felt it wasn¡¯t quite right to do so. Thus, she looked at Lu Hualiang with longing, ¡°Director Lu, let¡¯s play another round, aim for a triple win.¡± That¡¯s how you really slap them in the face! Sear?h the N?vel?ire.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. To the annoyance of Xu Jiayang and Leng Yan, those two jerks! Seeing her sparkling eyes, Lu Hualiang almost agreed. But upon second thought, he couldn¡¯t indulge her. So he put down his phone, ¡°I still have documents to finish.¡± Having said that, he returned to his study to work on official business. Xia Weibao felt so blocked. She roamed aimlessly in front of the study like a lost soul with her phone in hand. Having waited for Lu Hualiang to finish the documents and come out, she immediately greeted him obsequiously, her smile so ingratiating it bloomed on her face. ¡°Director Lu, when are we going to play games?¡± Lu Hualiang gave her a sidelong glance, ¡°I¡¯m tired, going to sleep now.¡± Chapter 200 - 200 200 Hang in there Your Highness; dont lose ?Chapter 200: Chapter 200: Hang in there, Your Highness; don¡¯t lose your dignity! Chapter 200: Chapter 200: Hang in there, Your Highness; don¡¯t lose your dignity! Xia Weibao, ¡°¡­¡± He must want to infuriate her to death so he could inherit her snacks! Thinking of snacks, Her Majesty the Empress felt even cooler inside. She wondered if those two big bags of local products had been eaten yet. Watching Lu Hualiang enter the master bedroom with eagerness, Xia Weibao couldn¡¯t help but follow. ¡°Director Lu.¡± Lu Hualiang, who had just reached the door, couldn¡¯t help but lift the corners of his mouth almost imperceptibly upon hearing her call. ¡°What¡¯s the matter?¡± Xia Weibao scratched her head, ¡°It¡¯s only eleven o¡¯clock¡­¡± ¡°Mhm, and then?¡± ¡°Let¡¯s play another round of the game.¡± She grinned, all eagerness to please. She was just one game away from a triple crown, the excitement was too much to bear¡ªhow could she give up now! Seeing her sparkling expression, Lu Hualiang really wanted to laugh, but he held it back. ¡°Playing another round is not impossible¡­¡± Xia Weibao immediately beamed with joy, but the next second, she froze. She saw Lu Hualiang speak leisurely, ¡°Let¡¯s do it tomorrow.¡± Then he closed the door with a bang. Once again barred outside the door, Xia Weibao, ¡°¡­¡± He must want to infuriate her to death so he could monopolize the snacks in the room! Huffing back to her own room, who cares about not playing¡ªshe didn¡¯t need it! Her Majesty could win all by herself! Upon logging into the game, she discovered that damn Hualiang was also online!!! The blaze of fury inside Her Majesty the Empress burned fiercely. He said he was going to sleep, yet he sneakily came online! And the game had already started! She had just returned to her room, and he had already begun playing, what did this imply? It meant he wasn¡¯t going to sleep at all¡ªhe just didn¡¯t want to play with her! With this in mind, Her Majesty the Empress was even more incensed. With a burning rage, she stomped over to the master bedroom door and pounded on it forcefully. ¡°Lu Hualiang, open the door for me!¡± To sneakily play a game without including her, it was maddening! Inside the room, Lu Hualiang listened to the angry pounding on the door and the corner of his mouth slowly curved up in a smirk. He took out a packet of her favorite snacks and opened it unhurriedly. Xia Weibao pounded on the door for a good while with no one coming to open it, leaving her fuming. Everything could be negotiated except for gaming and snacks¡ªthese were sacred! So Her Majesty the Empress, driven to the edge of fury, lifted her leg and gave the door a mighty kick! With a bang, it flew open. Housekeeper Fu was just planning to go back to sleep when he heard the kicking upstairs, and his eyes twitched severely. The young mistress was dismantling the house again¡ªsigh, he would have to find someone to fix the door tomorrow. Upstairs, right after Xia Weibao kicked the door open, she saw Lu Hualiang lying on the bed, leaning against two pillows. He was playing the game comfortably, with an opened bag of snacks beside him. And looking so content while eating. Xia Weibao swallowed, sorely tempted to ask for some¡­ Then she snapped back to her senses, shaking her head. No way! She needed to have some backbone! She was there to settle accounts with someone, not to beg for food! Thus, with a stern face, she furiously confronted Lu Hualiang. ¡°Didn¡¯t you say you were tired and going to sleep?¡± Lu Hualiang¡¯s eyes brimmed with mirth, but his face remained calm, ignoring her rude behavior. S§×arch* The n?vel_Fire.¦Çet website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. ¡°Didn¡¯t you see that I¡¯m already lying in bed?¡± ¡°But you are clearly still playing the game.¡± ¡°Who says you can¡¯t play a game before sleeping? I merely said I was too tired to sit, not that I didn¡¯t want to lie down.¡± Xia Weibao, ¡°¡­¡± He made such a good point, she was left speechless. Her gaze lingered upon the tempting-looking cake beside him, ¡°What are you eating?¡± The smile deepened in Lu Hualiang¡¯s eyes, ¡°Some local specialty a friend brought back.¡± Xia Weibao swallowed hard, then waited for him to continue. Normally, in such a situation, one would politely ask, Do you want some? Just as long as he asked, she would immediately say she did. Chapter 201 - 201 201 Her Majesty Has Gone Mad ?Chapter 201: Chapter 201 Her Majesty Has Gone Mad Chapter 201: Chapter 201 Her Majesty Has Gone Mad However, no matter how long she waited, she never got any questions from Lu Hualiang. Not only did he not ask, but he also turned his attention back to playing games. Xia Weibao stood by the bed feeling somewhat awkward, ¡°Director Lu¡­¡± It was only then that Lu Hualiang looked up, ¡°What¡¯s up?¡± ¡°Don¡¯t you have anything to ask me?¡± With all those snacks lying beside her, any polite person would know to ask her something, right? But she saw Lu Hualiang frown slightly, ¡°No.¡± Xia Weibao, ¡°¡­¡± That really stung! ¡°Do you need anything else?¡± Lu Hualiang asked with a hint of amusement. Xia Weibao was a bit petulant, ¡°No!¡± ¡°Oh, then go back to sleep, and don¡¯t disturb me.¡± Xia Weibao, ¡°¡­¡± Her Majesty the Empress¡¯s pride had suffered an unprecedented blow, and she stormed off in a huff. The moment she turned around, the corners of Lu Hualiang¡¯s mouth slowly curled up; he put down his phone and grabbed a big bag of beef jerky. He tore open the packaging with exaggerated motions. The sound made Xia Weibao¡¯s insides itch intolerably, as if there were countless bugs crawling around. But her majesty had pride, and she absolutely wouldn¡¯t bow down for snacks, so she walked away with her head held high. Behind her, Lu Hualiang set the beef jerky aside and continued to game. She would come back. Actually, Xia Weibao was a simple person, transparent at a glance. Aside from snacks and games, these two things were her Achilles¡¯ heel. Initially, he thought she was heartless, but in reality, nothing else could capture her interest. Thinking of this, Lu Hualiang felt a twinge in his heart. Meaning, in her heart, he was less important than a pack of snacks or a round of gaming. In the next room, Xia Weibao, on her phone spectating, watched as Lu Hualiang killed enemy after enemy, feeling unbearably itchy inside. Her mind was filled with images of the beef jerky she had seen earlier; it looked so tempting. Her mouth watered uncontrollably. Tossing her phone aside, she decided to stop thinking about it and go to sleep! However, she tossed and turned, unable to fall asleep. The next day, she went to the set with dark circles under her eyes. It gave her makeup artist quite a fright. ¡°Baby, did you go thieving last night?¡± Xia Weibao had good skin and a natural classical charm; she hardly needed any makeup to look like a stunning beauty, so her makeup artist always enjoyed doing her makeup¡ªless work and pleasing to the eye. But today, she looked especially haggard. Xia Weibao raised her head groggily and touched her face; it was all Lu Hualiang¡¯s fault for not including her in his game. S~ea??h the ¦ÇovelFire.¦Çet website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. It had kept her up all night. During shooting, she was scolded for the first time. Winning Best Actress at a young age, Xia Weibao¡¯s acting skills were head and shoulders above other leading actresses! She would pass most scenes in one shot, and if there were any NGs, they were usually due to others¡¯ mistakes. But today, she NG¡¯ed five times in succession! And it was such a simple scene. All she had to do was to quietly sit and eat during a palace banquet, but every time, she would get distracted! Xu Jiayang was so angry he almost smashed the script, ¡°What¡¯s the matter with you, Xia Weibao! You¡¯re supposed to be eating, why are you staring at that chicken?¡± Xia Weibao¡¯s face was a mask of misery, ¡°Director Xu, seeing that chicken makes me want to play ¡®chicken-eating¡¯ games.¡± Damn it! It was all because Lu Hualiang didn¡¯t play with her, now she was restless. Xu Jiayang, ¡°¡­¡± You¡¯re beyond help. Lost in your delusions. Because Xia Weibao was in such unusually poor form today, the day¡¯s shooting didn¡¯t wrap up until ten o¡¯clock at night. By the time she got home, it was almost eleven o¡¯clock, and Lu Hualiang was already asleep. Xia Weibao, ¡°¡­¡± So frustrating. Chapter 202 - 202 202 The moment her backbone left her ?Chapter 202: Chapter 202 The moment her backbone left her¡­ Chapter 202: Chapter 202 The moment her backbone left her¡­ Housekeeper Fu had left dinner for her, but she just couldn¡¯t bring herself to have an appetite. In the past, in the palace, she had been the recipient of countless affections, with the finest of everything at her disposal, what delicacies of mountains and seas hadn¡¯t she tasted. Although what she ate at Lu Garden was also all top-notch cuisine from around the world flown in, in her view, it was just so-so. Where were any of those snacks tasty. After a few bites, Xia Weibao put down her chopsticks. She went back to her room to take a bath. Her entire being felt sluggish. After bathing, she lay on the bed and browsed Weibo on her phone. Her followers had already surpassed seven hundred thousand, but she couldn¡¯t feel happy at all. What¡¯s the use of having followers if they couldn¡¯t team up with her in gaming or buy her snacks. After tossing and turning for a while, she logged onto the gaming page and found that Lu Hualiang was actually online! Damn! He was playing games behind her back again! Her Majesty the Empress became unsettled and rushed to the main bedroom next door with her phone in hand. Lu Hualiang had been waiting a long time tonight, thinking she might actually be able to resist coming to find him, when he heard a knock at the door amidst his irritability. His bothersome mood, like a mountain spring flowing through, washed away all troubles, leaving only a bit of coolness. A pleasant curve formed on the corners of his lips as he got up to open the door. Otherwise, with that woman¡¯s fiery temper, he estimated that Housekeeper Fu would have to find someone to fix the door again tomorrow. As the door opened, he saw Xia Weibao holding her phone, standing at the door somewhat sheepishly. Lu Hualiang¡¯s face was expressionless, ¡°Is there something you need?¡± S~ea??h the N?vel(F)ire.n§×t website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Xia Weibao¡¯s face turned slightly red, her eyes flickering with guilt, ¡°Uh¡­ I didn¡¯t get full from dinner, do you have anything here to fill my stomach with?¡± At that moment, her dignity had left her¡­ Amusement filled Lu Hualiang¡¯s eyes; that excuse was really lame. ¡°We could ask the chef to prep a late-night snack.¡± ¡°No need, no need, the chefs are all asleep, don¡¯t bother them, I¡¯ll just snack on something to fill up,¡± she said, nodding her head seriously, trying to prove she was considerate of the chefs and definitely not just craving snacks. Lu Hualiang wanted to laugh, ¡°Don¡¯t you have a fridge in your room?¡± Xia Weibao opened her mouth slightly, a misstep! She had forgotten about the fridge! Her face turned slightly red, and then she awkwardly made an excuse, ¡°The fridge¡­ is broken.¡± Lu Hualiang knew when to quit while he was ahead. After all, if he drove her away, he would be the one at a loss. So, he moved aside, leaving the path clear for her. ¡°I have some snacks here, if you don¡¯t mind you can have some.¡± ¡°I don¡¯t mind at all, I¡¯m not picky, hehe,¡± Xia Weibao said as her legs uncontrollably walked in, heading straight for the snacks on the bedside table! That eager look raised the corners of Lu Hualiang¡¯s mouth. She¡¯s not picky? White truffles flown in from Italy, costing tens of thousands per pound couldn¡¯t catch her eye, and she had claimed that dishes from a three-Michelin-star chef were just so-so, and she still claims she¡¯s not picky? With a face full of indulgence, Lu Hualiang shook his head and closed the door. Upon entering, he saw Xia Weibao standing in front of the bedside table, incessantly flipping through the two large bags of snacks. Picking through this, and picking through that, she hesitated over which one to eat first. Then she somewhat embarrassedly turned her head to look at him. The look in her eyes seemed to say, she wanted to eat them all, what should she do. With a slight coquettish look in her eyes, it melted Lu Hualiang¡¯s heart, ¡°They¡¯re all yours.¡± After all, he had bought them for her. Upon hearing this, Xia Weibao was thrilled. Her brows and eyes curved, as layers of joy spread from the bottom of her eyes. At that moment, Lu Hualiang was stunned. His heartbeat suddenly quickened by two beats; this was the most beautiful smile he had ever seen. For her smile, he would spare no expense! Chapter 203 - 203 203 The Price of a Kiss is Very Serious ?Chapter 203: Chapter 203 The Price of a Kiss is Very Serious Chapter 203: Chapter 203 The Price of a Kiss is Very Serious Having regained his senses, his eyes deepened in color. Gazing at the woman standing by the bed, he was determined to pursue her at all costs! He silently sat back on the bed, propped up with a pillow, and then began to play a game. Stuffing her mouth with snacks, Xia Weibao blinked as she watched the man on the bed. Then she walked over and peeked at his screen. He was actually playing King of Glory! Instantly, her hands itched to play. But with a cookie in her left hand and beef jerky in her right, she couldn¡¯t play. So she sat down quietly by the bed, eating snacks and watching him play. S~ea??h the N??eFire.¦Çet website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Lu Hualiang glanced at her out of the corner of his eye, his lips curling slightly. In order to make his wife even more admiring of him, Director Lu spared no effort, displaying his skills flamboyantly. He unleashed his skills in a dazzling display, making the scene incredibly spectacular. The Empress watched with her mouth slightly open, her admiration flowing like the endless waters of the Yellow River! She even forgot to eat her snacks! Lu Hualiang was always watching her from the corner of his eye. Seeing her twist slightly, he knew she must be tired of sitting. So he considerately grabbed a pillow for her to lean on and watch. ¡°Thank you,¡± Xia Weibao smiled at him, then found a comfortable position to settle in. As they both leaned against the headboard and looked at the same phone, they were incredibly close to each other. Her fragrant, soft body leaned directly against his arm. Freshly bathed, the faint scent from her body crept into his nostrils, like a pair of boneless little hands ethereally caressing his heart. Lu Hualiang¡¯s muscles tensed, and he even felt an impulse to pull her soft body into his embrace. Especially when she was eating, her lips moved, glistening with a spot of grease, making his mouth parchingly dry. Perhaps it was the bewitching atmosphere of the night, or perhaps the charming wife beside him was too alluring. He moved uncontrollably closer to the person beside him. His gaze fixated on her lips, longing for a kiss. Xia Weibao, content with snacks and a game to watch, was utterly oblivious to Lu Hualiang¡¯s odd behavior. However, Director Lu, blinded by lust, forgot he was in the midst of gaming. His moment of distraction cost his character its life. ¡°Ah!¡± Xia Weibao exclaimed, raising her hand sharply. In an unfortunate coincidence, her fist landed right on Lu Hualiang¡¯s right eye¡­ The thwarted Director Lu, who had hoped to steal a kiss only to take a hit instead, ¡°¡­¡± Wife, why did you hit me? Xia Weibao was also startled and hurriedly stuffed the snacks into her mouth and then checked Lu Hualiang¡¯s eye. Mumbling unclearly, ¡°Director Lu, are you okay? Sorry, I got too excited just now.¡± Lu Hualiang¡¯s face turned an impressive shade of black, ¡°Excited about what!¡± He was so close to kissing her! Xia Weibao pointed at the game screen, ¡°You were killed.¡± Lu Hualiang, ¡°¡­¡± It¡¯s just a game character, so what if it died? Was there a need to reward me with a punch? Xia Weibao smiled apologetically. Her smile was so disarming that even though Lu Hualiang felt frustrated, he couldn¡¯t express it. What could he say? It was the wife he chose; he had to adore her even if he had to kneel. His intimate thoughts were punched away by her fist, and all he could do was continue playing the game on his phone. Glancing at Xia Weibao who was still snacking, but obviously getting sleepy, Lu Hualiang¡¯s gaze grew deeper. He slowed down his gaming pace considerably. The opponents he faced this round were not weak, and without his full effort, the game was dragging on. By the time the game ended, it was nearly one o¡¯clock, and soft, shallow breaths could be heard from beside him. Turning his head to look, Xia Weibao had fallen asleep on his shoulder. Chapter 204 - 204 204 Stealing a Kiss ?Chapter 204: Chapter 204: Stealing a Kiss Chapter 204: Chapter 204: Stealing a Kiss Xia Weibao, while asleep, was very peaceful, her head slightly tilted, with a few strands of soft hair hanging down, covering half of her face. Lu Hualiang reached out and gently pushed her hair back behind her ear. Revealing her delicate, fair little face. She had just eaten a cake, and there were still crumbs at the corner of her mouth, which Lu Hualiang reached out to brush away. The scent of orchids wafted over his fingers, causing his body to stiffen. He found it hard to pull his hand away. Looking at her rosy lips, shining like crystal, his throat felt tight. His heartbeat quickened at that moment as his gaze locked onto her lips. He slowly leaned down. Xia Weibao was resting against his arm, so this movement inevitably pulled at his shoulder. Xia Weibao¡¯s long eyelashes trembled lightly, as if she was about to wake up. Lu Hualiang was startled and sat up straight. As if the scene of him about to do something bad was just an illusion. Xia Weibao woke up drowsily, looked around in confusion¡ªit wasn¡¯t her room. She yawned and looked somewhat sluggishly at the man next to her with a stern face. Blinking, then blinking again, she then remembered that she had come to watch him play video games and had fallen asleep. ¡°Director Lu, have you finished playing your game?¡± ¡°Yes,¡± Lu Hualiang nodded gravely. But inside, he was lamenting. He was so close to kissing her¡­ Xia Weibao stood up, ¡°Then I¡¯m going to go back to my room to sleep.¡± Before leaving, she casually took the two large bags of snacks with her. Lu Hualiang, ¡°¡­¡± That must have been her real purpose for coming tonight, right? The next day, when they went to shoot the film, everyone in the crew noticed that their leading lady¡¯s spirits were high again! She breeze through her scenes in one take; she was not only skilled in acting but also good at mentoring newcomers, able to immerse them, and herself, in the emotions of the scene. As a result, the others also completed their parts almost in one take. The whole day¡¯s shooting was done by four in the afternoon. Xu Jiayang¡¯s whole face beamed like a chrysanthemum, patting Xia Weibao¡¯s shoulder in consolation, ¡°Well done, keep it up.¡± sea??h th§× novel(F~)ire.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Xia Weibao chuckled in response, then quickly changed out of her costume and left. Watching her hasty departure, Xu Jiayang once again suspected that she must be going on a date. And who exactly is the man behind Xia Weibao? After leaving the set, Xia Weibao didn¡¯t head straight home but went to see Yin Mulan instead. To treat her. After giving Yin Mulan a thorough check-up, she came up with a treatment plan. Xia Weibao took out the medicine she had picked in the primeval forest and began to grind it. ¡°Teacher Yin, I¡¯ll leave these herbs here. Grind them like I did and apply them on your foot with a bandage, change it every three days, and I¡¯ll come back in a month to treat you,¡± she said. Yin Mulan looked at her, not understanding at all what kind of medicine it was. But she trusted Xia Weibao. So she nodded, ¡°I¡¯ll apply it on time, thank you for your trouble.¡± Xia Weibao looked up and smiled, ¡°No trouble at all, it¡¯s the least I can do.¡± Her radiant smile bloomed like a hundred flowers in spring, especially her eyes, bright and sparkling, holding a sky full of stars. Yin Mulan was somewhat dazed by the sight. She really was beautiful. Even she, a woman, felt a little enchanted. Awkwardly turning her head away, Yin Mulan¡¯s face flushed slightly with embarrassment. And Xia Weibao, focused on applying the medicine, didn¡¯t notice her discomfort at all. After applying the medicine, Yin Mulan offered to have Xia Weibao stay for dinner, but she declined. Xia Weibao glanced at the time, it was five-thirty, Lu Hualiang would be getting home soon, and she had to get back quickly too. She couldn¡¯t let him go to bed early tonight! Seeing her eagerness to leave, Yin Mulan teased, ¡°So anxious, are you going on a date with your boyfriend?¡± Xia Weibao was startled for a moment, her face suddenly turning red. Chapter 205 - 205 205 The Imperial Harem is About to Catch ?Chapter 205: Chapter 205: The Imperial Harem is About to Catch Fire Chapter 205: Chapter 205: The Imperial Harem is About to Catch Fire ¡°No¡­ no date, I just went home to play games.¡± Yin Mulan¡¯s eyes twitched, ¡°Play games? You actually play games?¡± Xia Weibao was somewhat puzzled, ¡°Is there a problem with that?¡± ¡°No, no problem.¡± Yin Mulan looked somewhat disillusioned. She had thought that someone as ethereal as Xia Weibao would have entertained themselves with nothing but the most refined and elegant pastimes such as dancing, appreciating flowers, or tasting tea. She hadn¡¯t expected it to be gaming, something so down-to-earth. It was a little bit different from what she had imagined. After leaving Yin Mulan¡¯s house, Xia Weibao drove back to Lu Garden. After some thought, she called Huashan, wondering how that girl¡¯s weight loss was going. Her scenes in the filming crew were almost finished; the rest required Huashan to cooperate. Lu Huashan, upon receiving Xia Weibao¡¯s call, was clearly overjoyed, ¡°Baby, you finally called me. I thought you didn¡¯t want me anymore.¡± Xia Weibao wanted to laugh, ¡°I¡¯ve been a bit busy recently.¡± ¡°Busy with what, busy playing games?¡± ¡°¡­¡± Xia Weibao, ¡°How did you know?¡± ¡°Director Xu said so, he has called me several times, concerned about my weight loss progress. You on the other hand, haven¡¯t made a single call.¡± Her tone sounded as if she were a concubine neglected in the Imperial Harem, full of resentment. Xia Weibao curved her lips into a smile, looking very carefree, ¡°Yo-yo-yo, sounds sour there, miss me?¡± The teasing tone made Lu Huashan¡¯s face flush red. Oh no, her heart was racing. ¡°Beloved Concubine, fear not, once you successfully lose weight, I will be the first to flip your name plaque and serve you in bed, haha.¡± Lu Huashan blushed with embarrassment from her words and said coquettishly, ¡°I¡¯m not talking to you anymore.¡± Xia Weibao laughed like a silver bell, ¡°Alright, I¡¯ll stop teasing you. How¡¯s the weight loss going? We need to catch up on schedule when you get back.¡± Speaking of this, Lu Huashan was excited, ¡°Baby, let me tell you, your medicine is really effective. I¡¯ve lost a lot. Guess how many pounds I am now?¡± ¡°One hundred and five.¡± Lu Huashan, ¡°¡­¡± Baby, are you a fortune teller? Spot on! ¡°Baby, you¡¯re so amazing, right on target!¡± Xia Weibao silently chuckled, ¡°I prescribed the medicine; how could I not know when you¡¯d lose what amount of weight?¡± Lu Huashan¡¯s eyes shone brightly, practically worshipping Xia Weibao as a deity! ¡°Baby, you¡¯re incredible, a miracle doctor.¡± Xia Weibao simply smiled without saying a word. Well said, her nickname used to be ¡®the miracle doctor.¡¯ ¡°Any discomfort in your body?¡± Sear?h the ¦ÇovelFire.¦Çet website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. ¡°None, I feel very good. My weight is getting lighter by the day, and so is my mood.¡± ¡°Mm, remember to apply the medicinal ointment I gave you; otherwise, your skin will become loose.¡± ¡°I know, I¡¯ll be careful. Oh, Baby, is there something a little off with your disciple?¡± Xia Weibao frowned, Xiang Chu? ¡°What¡¯s wrong with him?¡± Lu Huashan seemed troubled, ¡°I think he¡¯s somewhat perverted, keeps staring at me. How to put it, his gaze is like a starving wolf looking at meat, and also, he often drools over my weight loss medicine.¡± Xia Weibao, ¡°¡­¡± Suddenly she felt a bit embarrassed. What was that about? ¡°It¡¯s nothing; he¡¯s just a bit enthusiastic about traditional medicine, it¡¯s normal.¡± ¡°Oh, is that so.¡± Lu Huashan breathed a sigh of relief, scared to death she was, thinking she had encountered a pervert. ¡°Shanshan, I¡¯m almost home now, won¡¯t chat with you anymore, okay?¡± ¡°Ah? We¡¯ve only talked for a few minutes, and you¡¯re already abandoning me. Tell me, do you have a new love?¡± Xia Weibao, ¡°¡­¡± She had the odd feeling that an original partner was accusing her of infidelity. Was it her imagination? Chapter 206 - 206 206 Director Lu Seduces the Empress Again ?Chapter 206: Chapter 206 Director Lu Seduces the Empress Again Chapter 206: Chapter 206 Director Lu Seduces the Empress Again The favored concubine threw a tantrum, and the consequences were severe. Her Majesty the Empress, who had always been equitable with her favor, immediately comforted her with patience, ¡°How could that be, nobody is more important to me than my Shanshan!¡± Lu Huashan¡¯s mood then improved a bit. Xia Weibao continued, ¡°I just went home to play video games.¡± Lu Huashan, ¡°¡­¡± Baby, you¡¯ve changed. Changed to having only games in your heart! S§×arch* The N??elFir§×.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Suddenly thinking of something, Lu Huashan said excitedly, ¡°Baby, how about I let my brother teach you to play? He¡¯s really good and will definitely take you to the rank of king!¡± Although she had never seen her elder brother play games, she firmly believed that with her brother¡¯s intelligence, reaching the rank of king would be a piece of cake! Lu Huashan¡¯s little schemes were already taking off in her mind. As long as her brother taught Xia Weibao to play games, maybe Xia Weibao would start admiring him, then turn admiration into affection, and eventually dump her husband! As for the vixen that her brother married, she would handle her, topple that vixen, and then have her brother marry Xia Weibao. Perfect! Only¡­ Why did she feel somewhat sour at the thought of her idol marrying her brother? It felt like an inexplicable sense of heartbreak; what was this about? Xia Weibao felt a bit awkward, ¡°Shanshan, I¡¯m married¡­¡± Lu Huashan, ¡°¡­¡± Please don¡¯t remind me of such a sad fact. ¡°I know, but you can get a divorce, right?¡± While it¡¯s common to persuade couples to reconcile rather than divorce, she just hoped Xia Weibao would become her sister-in-law. Xia Weibao felt a bit of a headache, ¡°I have no plans for divorce at the moment.¡± The words had just left her mouth when she froze for a second. Crap! Ptui ptui ptui, pretend she never said anything! How could she have no plans for divorce; she wished she could get one right now! Lu Huashan looked disappointed, ¡°You and your husband must have a really good relationship.¡± Xia Weibao, ¡°¡­¡± She and Lu Hualiang had a good relationship? Haha, sure. ¡°Baby, who exactly is your husband?¡± Who the heck was capable enough to captivate her goddess¡¯s soul! He must be some sly pretty boy; otherwise, how could a regular person keep a goddess¡¯s heart! As Lu Hualiang was waiting for Xia Weibao to come home, he suddenly sneezed. Then, looking up into the distance, he was sure his wife was thinking of him. ¡°Just an ordinary person, you don¡¯t know him,¡± Xia Weibao said evasively, and then hung up the phone. When she got home, she saw Lu Hualiang sitting in the living room playing games again. Next to him were several bags of snacks she hadn¡¯t seen before. Xia Weibao¡¯s eyes lit up, and she immediately ran over like a flatterer. That gleeful look made her appear nothing like the sassy caller she was while on the phone with Hua Shan; she looked plainly like a greedy little cat. Snacks oh snacks, you¡¯ve lowered my dignity¡­.. ¡°Director Lu, are you playing a game?¡± ¡°Hmm,¡± Lu Hualiang responded indifferently. Xia Weibao swallowed hard and then pointed at the snacks on the coffee table with a beaming smile, ¡°Are these for me?¡± ¡°No.¡± Xia Weibao, ¡°¡­¡± That really hits hard. The atmosphere turned a bit awkward; she scratched her head and then casually asked, ¡°Whose are they?¡± ¡°A friend brought them as a specialty gift.¡± Her Majesty the Empress almost had her saliva falling down in three thousand streams! Embarrassed to directly ask for some, she pretended to be lofty, ¡°They look quite tasty.¡± ¡°They¡¯re alright, a bit tastier than what we had last night.¡± Her Majesty the Empress smiled, wanting to say ¡°Damn, that¡¯s really tasty,¡± but she was afraid of affecting her image. So she put on an indifferent fa?ade, ¡°Really? I¡¯d like to try them.¡± ¡°Go buy them yourself.¡± Chapter 207 - 207 207 Congratulations to Director Lu on ?Chapter 207: Chapter 207 Congratulations to Director Lu on Successfully Tricking the Empress Chapter 207: Chapter 207 Congratulations to Director Lu on Successfully Tricking the Empress Xia Weibao, ¡°¡­¡± Director Lu, you¡¯re going to lose Baby like this! Rejected so thoroughly, Her Majesty the Empress felt extremely awkward. Sitting stiff at one side, unable to save face. ¡°Playing games or not?¡± Lu Hualiang said casually. Xia Weibao really wanted to say, no! But thinking of her infuriatingly poor skills, she decided to play a round anyway. Humph, once this Empress becomes a gaming God, I¡¯ll take you down first! After logging into the Arena of Valor page, Lu Hualiang gave her a sidelong glance, ¡°Stick close to me, don¡¯t run off.¡± S§×arch* The N??elFir§×.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. This woman¡¯s black hole-like skills he had witnessed¡ªshe was absolutely capable of the sort that would charge into a tower and commit suicide! To fully engage her interest, she had to taste the sweetness of winning. If she kept dying from the start, he estimated she wouldn¡¯t cling to him after a few days. This time, Xia Weibao was surprisingly obedient, nodding seriously while holding her phone. And then she followed Lu Hualiang closely. One must admit, Director Lu on a high was truly skillful, flat-out trouncing the Empress! Whenever an enemy appeared, he would dash forward and swipe them down to critical health, then back off to the side, allowing Xia Weibao to move in and deliver the killing blow to claim the heads. Under Director Lu¡¯s deliberate calculations, Her Majesty the Empress, who always lost so badly she could be reported, scored her first kill and shed tears of relief. ¡°Director Lu, you¡¯re so awesome.¡± Following Director Lu really meant getting the good stuff. Lu Hualiang¡¯s lips curved slightly. Replicating the strategy, he actually led Xia Weibao to slay over a dozen opponents, not only securing the MVP but also achieving Godlike! The Empress, on her first Godlike, was moved to tears. Indeed, it¡¯s great to be carried by a true expert. The sweetness of victory made Xia Weibao even more eager for battle, looking at Lu Hualiang with longing eyes, ¡°Great God, lead me to show off and soar!¡± Lu Hualiang calmly patted her head, his eyes almost brimming with indulgence. So he led her through another round. With Director Lu, the expert among experts, guarding her, Xia Weibao only needed to follow him and then move in to finish off the wounded. It¡¯s too much fun to mention. After playing two rounds, dinner was ready. She felt somewhat reluctant. Thinking it over, she decided to continue after dinner. However, after dinner, Lu Hualiang went off to another video conference. Xia Weibao, ¡°¡­¡± Such despair. If she had never tasted the sweet, maybe she wouldn¡¯t crave it day and night. But having experienced the thrill of reaping heads, how could she stand her own rubbish skills? So she took her phone and waited for Lu Hualiang at the door of the study. The usually hotheaded Her Majesty the Empress actually waited a full three hours without getting impatient! Upon seeing Lu Hualiang come out, she immediately went up to him, grinning obsequiously, ¡°Director Lu¡­¡± ¡°I¡¯m tired, need to rest.¡± Xia Weibao, ¡°¡­¡± Those words again, as if she would believe him! So she followed him like a little tail and conscientiously sat down by the bed, logging into the game page. She looked at Lu Hualiang like a good baby. Seeing such a well-behaved woman, Lu Hualiang wanted to laugh. He handed her a bag of snacks and then joined her in the game. Xia Weibao was incredibly satisfied; apparently, by coming to his room, she could enjoy snacks and play games simultaneously¡ªtrue happiness. Thus, she climbed onto the bed very comfortably, found a cozy position, and played while munching. She kept playing until midnight when it was time to go back to sleep. Caught up in the excitement, Xia Weibao stretched lazily, slowly getting up¡ªwhat a pain. She really wanted to just sleep here, go to bed right after gaming. She smacked her lips, suddenly feeling quite tempted to move back into the bedroom¡­ Chapter 208 - 208 208 The Empress Is Being Slandered Again ?Chapter 208: Chapter 208: The Empress Is Being Slandered Again Chapter 208: Chapter 208: The Empress Is Being Slandered Again I have to say, Director Lu is all-capable. sea??h th§× N??elFir§×.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Since he can be single by choice, he can also get off the singles list by choice! Lying in the guest room, Xia Weibao wrestled with herself all night about whether or not to move back into the master bedroom. However, before she could resolve her dilemma, Sister Tong called her early the next morning and blasted her out of bed. ¡°Baby, what¡¯s been going on with you lately? The finals of ¡®Heavenly Voice¡¯ start in two days. Have you picked your song for the competition?¡± Xia Weibao suddenly sat up from the bed, annoyed as she ruffled her hair. Damn! How could she have forgotten something so important! Games really do ruin people. She chuckled apologetically into the phone, ¡°Sister Tong, I¡¯m sorry, but I¡¯ve been quite busy with filming recently, so¡­¡± ¡°Busy?¡± Sister Tong felt like cursing someone out. Xia Weibao only had the filming of ¡®Allure¡¯ on her hands; she hadn¡¯t taken on any commercials. And because of Hua Shan¡¯s absence, ¡®Allure¡¯s¡¯ schedule had slowed down. What was she busy with? ¡°Baby, tell me honestly, are you in love?¡± An artist¡¯s love life is a serious matter, especially for someone who attracts controversy like Xia Weibao. Love affairs must be reported to the manager! Only then can proper precautions be taken. Xia Weibao felt awkward¡ªwhy did everyone say she was in love? She was just addicted to gaming and couldn¡¯t help herself¡­ ¡°No.¡± ¡°Baby, remember that you¡¯re a public figure. Some personal matters should not be exposed. Be aware of that,¡± Sister Tong reminded; she had been a manager long enough to know that the sudden push behind Xia Weibao from the company meant there was someone powerful behind her. Especially since Xia Weibao¡¯s living arrangements were secret, even to her manager. The backer must be someone of no small importance. She couldn¡¯t ask more, only remind her to be aware of the pros and cons. Xia Weibao felt extremely awkward; her relationship with Lu Hualiang was really too distressing. Just wait a bit longer, she¡¯d soon be divorced. ¡°Sister Tong, I¡¯m really not dating,¡± Xia Weibao said softly, feeling a bit guilty. Indeed, she wasn¡¯t dating, but she had gotten married. ¡°Alright, have you thought about which song you want to perform? If not, I¡¯ll pick one for you.¡± Xia Weibao furrowed her brows. Caught off guard like this, she really didn¡¯t have any song in mind. She was about to say she¡¯d give an answer by noon when Sister Tong¡¯s panicked voice came through the phone, ¡°Baby, something¡¯s gone wrong!¡± Xia Weibao¡¯s heart skipped a beat. Something else went wrong? She quickly opened Weibo and, seeing the top three trending topics dominated by her name again, felt her hair stand on end. Fuck! When will this ever end! #XiaWeibaoMistress# #QianGuoanBringsUpPast# #MrsQianDenouncesBitchXiaShameless# Following the link to get the whole story, she finally understood what happened. It turned out Qian Guoan had posted a Weibo update, ¡°Heard you¡¯ve been discharged. It¡¯s been three years, how are you? I miss your beautiful body, looking forward to rekindling our past.¡± Qian Guoan is the chairman of Qian¡¯s Engineering, the same person who financially supported Xia Weibao three years ago. Discharged, three years not seen; anyone with eyes could tell he was referring to Xia Weibao. Xia Weibao¡¯s expression darkened. She flipped through the original owner¡¯s memories; she didn¡¯t know this Qian Guoan at all, yet he suddenly jumped out claiming he supported her financially. It was precisely because of his own admission that the original Xia Weibao was so terribly slandered! After three years, this man suddenly resurfaced, and his words were so explicit. Xia Weibao sneered coldly. The incident was clearly premeditated, and it was obvious who the person behind the scenes was. Chapter 209 - 209 209 Director Lus Jealousy Flares Up Again ?Chapter 209: Chapter 209: Director Lu¡¯s Jealousy Flares Up Again Chapter 209: Chapter 209: Director Lu¡¯s Jealousy Flares Up Again She is now at the peak of her popularity, and the finals of ¡°Heavenly Voice¡± are in just two days. It¡¯s obvious who¡¯d benefit if anything happened now¡ªyou wouldn¡¯t even need to use your toes to count that! On Weibo, the denunciations flared up once again. ¡ª¡ªDamn it! Bitch Xia is concocting drama again. ¡ª¡ªTsk tsk, old flames die hard, huh? Just can¡¯t teach an old dog new tricks. ¡ª¡ªBitch Xia is so gross. How can this person with no moral compass not be dead yet? When their idol gets slandered again, the hardcore fans just won¡¯t stand for it and roll up their sleeves to join the fray. ¡ª¡ªAre you all blind? Didn¡¯t you see Baby hasn¡¯t responded yet? You dare attack my Baby based solely on what some Qian has said. ¡ª¡ªExactly, just look at the bear-like face of Qian Guoan. Does he think he has the chops to capture our Baby¡¯s interest with that lard for brains? ¡ª¡ªJealous of my Baby¡¯s fame? Just say it instead of using these disgusting and dirty tactics. ¡ª¡ªHeh, as expected, an idol¡¯s dogs are just as despicable. Bitch Xia¡¯s dogs really bite hard. ¡ª¡ªSeriously doubting if Bitch Xia has slept with her fans, else why would so many morons speak up for her? ¡ª¡ªXia Ji¡¯s affection has a price tag; even a beggar would have a shot. ¡ª¡ªMistress fans are doomed to darkness forever¡­ The cyber-abuse escalated, and those fans who defended Xia Weibao were quickly overrun by the barrage of insults, drowning in the sea of spite. Outnumbered and outgunned, for every sentence they said, there came a hundred in retort. They were far too weak. Even a few of her die-hard fans were doxxed, and they also faced mob backlash in real life. The situation just kept getting worse. Xia Weibao¡¯s expression darkened. Her heart felt as if it had been stabbed at that moment. The devil within seemed poised to burst out of its cage. Bully her if you must, but never, ever bully her gemstones! Xia Weibao¡¯s eyes gleamed fiercely; this was the first time she felt truly angry since arriving in Another World. Do they really think she¡¯s that easy to bully, one by one? A phone call was made to the hospital, jolting Third Chicken, who was bedridden and playing mobile games. ¡°Boss, are you gonna take me for chicken dinner?¡± ¡°Eat, eat, eat ¨C if you keep this up, I¡¯ll eat you!¡± Third Chicken felt wronged, ¡°Boss, I¡¯m not a chicken, why do you want to eat me?¡± Xia Weibao, ¡°¡­¡± Rage burned within her. How on earth had she managed to recruit such a dim-witted person as her subordinate! Embarrassing. ¡°Are you healed yet?¡± Third Chicken had been perky, but upon hearing this, instantly wilted. ¡°Not yet¡­¡± Xia Weibao sneered, ¡°Still not healed after all this time? Seems you¡¯re no use to me at all, take him out and beat him to death with clubs!¡± S~ea??h the ¦Çov§×lFire .net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Terrified, Third Chicken leapt up as if his butt was on fire, ¡°I¡¯m healed, Boss! I¡¯m all healed. What are your orders?¡± ¡°Go check on Lin Siqian for me, and while you¡¯re at it, flip Qian Guoan¡¯s life over!¡± Qian Guoan bringing up the old mistress scandal at this time must be to aid Lin Siqian; what kind of relationship do these two have? Why would Qian Guoan risk offending his wife to help her? There must be a problem! ¡°Okay, I¡¯ll get on it right away. Boss, send me a lovey-dovey kiss.¡± Xia Weibao, ¡°¡­¡± She really wanted to Flash over and slam this idiot against a wall! But after thinking it over, she realized Third Chicken had some intelligence issues. All beautiful fools should be cherished, so she kissed her phone softly. ¡°Hmm ah, good baby.¡± Third Chicken instantly floated on cloud nine; Boss called her ¡®baby¡¯¡ªwhat bliss. Off she went to get the work done cheerfully. As Xia Weibao listened to the laughter from the other end of the phone, she was torn between laughter and tears, and her fury also abated somewhat. Looking up, she noticed that Lu Hualiang had suddenly appeared at the doorway. Chapter 210 - 210 210 Director Lu Stop it ?Chapter 210: Chapter 210: Director Lu, Stop it! Chapter 210: Chapter 210: Director Lu, Stop it! She froze for a moment. ¡°Why are you here!¡± She had clearly locked the door from inside before going to bed last night, how did he manage to open it? Lu Hualiang held a key in his hand, his expression dark, ¡°Who were you talking to on the phone?¡± ¡°A friend.¡± ¡°What friend.¡± He bit his teeth in frustration, if it were just a friend, why would she call them ¡®darling¡¯. And her expression while on the phone, that smile¡­ She never smiled like that at him! ¡°Just a regular friend, Director Lu, do you need me for something this early?¡± Sear?h the Novel?ire(.)ne*t website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Lu Hualiang huffed and stormed out, slamming the door behind him. With a bang, the house shook violently. Xia Weibao was utterly baffled, thinking he must be sick in the head. Ignoring the erratic Lu Hualiang, she hurriedly got up, ate breakfast, and went to the set, foreseeing a tough battle ahead of her today! Lu Hualiang stood on the balcony, watching her drive away, his face shadowed. He had intended to check on her this morning after seeing the news, to see if she was all right. Instead, he heard her flirting with another man! Who was she talking to on the phone? Was it Fang Lilin? Just when would he be able to replace that man in her heart? Inside Lin Siqian¡¯s studio, the popular diva was giggling on the phone. ¡°President Qian, I really thank you for this time.¡± ¡°Of course, darling, your move was absolutely brilliant. My wife had begun to suspect that I was seeing someone else and nearly discovered you. Now that you¡¯ve cleverly shifted the blame elsewhere, she¡¯s already gone to confront Xia Weibao.¡± Lin Siqian¡¯s laugh tinkled like a bell, her fingers playfully twirling a strand of hair, her eyes filled with disdain. If anyone¡¯s to blame, it¡¯s Xia Weibao for getting in her way! Listening to the sleazy laughter from the phone, Lin Siqian felt disgusted. Back when she was still a newcomer, she had to cling to Qian Guoan¡¯s coattails. But now, having become a diva, this old and ugly man no longer caught her eye. Even his voice was nauseating. However, this man still had money and power, which could be useful. So she cooed softly, ¡°President Qian, I¡¯m starting my national concert tour next month.¡± Qian Guoan laughed heartily, ¡°No problem, I¡¯ll cover all expenses. Darling, when do you have time to see me? Let¡¯s discuss the matter of the expenses.¡± Lin Siqian felt a wave of revulsion, ¡°President Qian, given the current attention, we should be more cautious. If your wife were to find out¡­¡± ¡°Worry about what? That fat cow is now convinced that Xia Weibao is my mistress; she won¡¯t notice you. Besides, we¡¯ve been together for three years and everything¡¯s been kept nicely hidden. Don¡¯t be scared, come over tonight.¡± Just thinking about it made Lin Siqian feel nauseated. She had been sleeping with an old man for three years! ¡°But I¡¯m not feeling well today¡­¡± Feeling her reluctance, Qian Guoan¡¯s face fell instantly. ¡°Sisi, if I hadn¡¯t helped you frame Xia Weibao three years ago, and now you¡¯re having me post on Weibo for you, if your fans found out you¡¯re jealous of your friend¡­¡± He left the rest unsaid, the threat heavy in the air. Lin Siqian was so angry she nearly tore her hair out! The damned man, how dare he threaten her! Nevertheless, she did have some vulnerability in Qian Guoan¡¯s hands, so she took a deep breath and suppressed the fury. ¡°What are you talking about, President Qian? I really am feeling unwell. I¡¯ll visit the hospital tonight and then come to you afterward.¡± After placating him, she hung up the phone. Lin Siqian¡¯s eyes were cold and vicious. Old man, just you wait! Once she found a stronger backer, she would definitely make him regret it! Chapter 211 - 211 211 Her Majesty the Empress is Truly ?Chapter 211: Chapter 211: Her Majesty the Empress is Truly Domineering! Chapter 211: Chapter 211: Her Majesty the Empress is Truly Domineering! Xia Weibao did not drive her car to the set but stopped at a distance. Then, she walked over. Having been picked up by Lu Hualiang a few times, she had learned her lesson not to drive to the set, which saved her the trouble of prying off the car emblem. From afar, she could see that the set¡¯s perimeter was flooded with reporters. It was packed tightly. Xia Weibao¡¯s eyes darkened; she had anticipated this kind of situation. So she walked over with her usual composure. ¡°Look, Xia Weibao is here!¡± Keen-eyed reporters spotted her approaching and immediately swarmed around her. ¡°Xia Weibao, will you respond to President Qian¡¯s Weibo post?¡± ¡°Miss Xia, you became President Qian¡¯s mistress three years ago. Will you continue now?¡± ¡°Miss Xia, Mrs. Qian has vowed to drive you out of show business. Are you scared? Don¡¯t you feel ashamed of destroying someone else¡¯s family?¡± ¡°Miss Xia¡­¡± One sharp question after another was hurled at her, causing Xia Weibao¡¯s expression to grow colder. sea??h th§× ¦ÇovelFire.¦Çet website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Before she could speak, a plump woman burst through the crowd from behind. The woman¡¯s hefty build pushed aside all the reporters, and she raised her hand to slap Xia Weibao. ¡°Bitch, how dare you steal my husband!¡± Whoosh¡ª The woman¡¯s sizable figure and powerful swing caused all the reporters to dodge out of the way. They then became even more excited. The wife was hitting the mistress, and the mistress was none other than Xia Weibao, the hottest actress right now! This was big news. Click click, shutters went off incessantly, as they aimed to capture the entire scene. Especially Xia Weibao¡¯s expressions; they couldn¡¯t miss a single one! All the reporters had a look of schadenfreude, waiting for Mrs. Qian to pin Xia Weibao to the ground and beat her mercilessly! Unexpectedly, Xia Weibao suddenly raised her hand, grabbing Mrs. Qian¡¯s wrist. Her delicate and slender hand, seemingly fragile, firmly grasped what looked like a pig¡¯s knuckle. This scene made everyone¡¯s jaw drop to the floor. Then they remembered, damn, Xia Weibao knew martial arts! Last time she knocked Jiang Ming out with one move; how could Mrs. Qian, who only had a physical advantage and brute strength, be a match for her! Still, the scene was too dissonant. Xia Weibao¡¯s slender waist seemed not even a third as thick as Mrs. Qian¡¯s, yet she steadied her grip on the hand, creating a bizarre image. Xia Weibao narrowed her eyes and slowly increased her grip. Mrs. Qian immediately started sweating profusely from the pain. Her already greasy face now looked even shinier with fat. Her complexion also started to pale. ¡°You shameless mistress, let go of me!¡± Xia Weibao suddenly laughed. It was as refreshing as a breeze, leaving Mrs. Qian somewhat dazzled by her beauty¡­ Only to see Xia Weibao¡¯s cherry lips part slightly, ¡°Sure.¡± With a flick of her wrist, she released Mrs. Qian¡¯s hand, then lifted her leg to kick towards the ring of flab on her stomach! The hefty woman, surely weighing over two hundred pounds, was effortlessly sent flying back two meters by Xia Weibao¡¯s kick. ¡°Ouch.¡± Mrs. Qian let out a squeal like a slaughtered pig, sprawling on the ground spread-eagle. The bodyguards she brought rushed to help her up. ¡°All of you, attack her, beat her to death!¡± At her command, ten bodyguards charged toward Xia Weibao with a fierce and malevolent look. Xia Weibao, with a look of disdain, took down each bodyguard with a single kick, leaving them sprawled on the ground. Then, stepping on the chest of one of them, her eyes swept over everyone present like a harbinger of death. ¡°If you dare to mess with me again, this will be your fate!¡± After saying that, she lifted her foot and then stomped hard on the ground! The earth immediately caved in to form a shallow pit. Everyone was startled by her domineering display, staring agape. Chapter 212 - 212 212 The Empress is Incredibly Cool ?Chapter 212: Chapter 212: The Empress is Incredibly Cool! Chapter 212: Chapter 212: The Empress is Incredibly Cool! What is called madness! This is it! What is called pride! This is it!!! What is called arrogance! This is it!!! Xia Weibao¡¯s rampant attitude had angered all the reporters present. No artist had ever dared to provoke the press, and even the most arrogant film emperor in the entertainment industry, Han Luoqi, simply disregarded reporters, never daring to openly threaten them. The media¡¯s pen can topple truths and falsities, black and white. No one wants to be smeared by the press; after all, a scandal often proves to be fatal. Therefore, many artists would secretly buy off the media to beautify their images. But Xia Weibao¡¯s attitude today had evidently inflamed the already self-inflated reporters. The fury of the crowd! ¡°Xia Weibao, you dare to threaten the media, aren¡¯t you afraid we will paint you black!¡± The reporters at the scene originally thought that under their threats, Xia Weibao would obediently apologize. After all, that¡¯s what other stars had done before. So, they were all triumphant. Hmph, the understanding ones would apologize humbly; otherwise, we won¡¯t stop until we¡¯ve completely tarnished your reputation! We¡¯ll make it impossible for you to survive in the entertainment industry! Yet, to their surprise, Xia Weibao let out a low chuckle, slowly lifting her head, her eyes disdainful and supreme! At that moment, everyone was stunned. Some people, when they get wild, not only fail to repel others but instead seem absolutely justified! It was as if she was born to be wild; she was meant to stand above all, like a Monarch in anger, commanding inherent respect! All she did was blink amusingly, ¡°Blacken my name? How do you want to smear me? With hype, plastic surgery, being a Mistress, bribery, acting like a diva, or sleeping my way to the top? Or perhaps saying I do drugs and visit prostitutes?¡± Xia Weibao had lived through all the smears, legitimate or not; how else could they blacken her name? She was now like someone covered in lice; she no longer worried about the itch! Dammit, without showing authority, they really think I¡¯m a sick cat, huh! Keep blabbering nonsense in front of me, and I¡¯ll kick every single one of you to feed the sharks in the Pacific Ocean! The reporters¡¯ faces contorted, ¡°We can write that you consider no one, threatening reporters?¡± ¡°Hahaha¡­¡± Xia Weibao¡¯s smile was wild, her eyes full of contempt, ¡°Threaten? No, no, no, you¡¯ve got it all wrong. I¡¯m not threatening you; I¡¯m warning you.¡± As she spoke, she picked up two sturdy men groaning in pain from the ground and hurled them towards the reporters in front. This caused the reporters to retreat in fear. Is this even a woman! The brawny men with huge builds, surely their muscles weigh at least 200 pounds, right? She just tossed them as if they were eggs! Such a formidable woman would definitely never get married! The reporters were trembling, yet still unwilling to concede, ¡°You want to hit us now? Xia Weibao, if you dare to lay a hand on us, we will absolutely ruin you today!¡± Xia Weibao blinked, looking somewhat innocent, ¡°Go ahead, keep smearing my name, you think hitting a reporter is more explosive than being a Mistress? More explosive than doing drugs and promiscuity? More explosive than bribing judges and sleeping with directors? Dammit! I¡¯m already covered in shit, so what¡¯s one more smear? What about hitting a reporter, I¡¯ve done it before, have you forgotten the rotten eggs? I, Xia Weibao, can¡¯t be bullied by just anyone. Let me make myself clear; anyone who dares mess with me will pay back a hundredfold! I despise you journalists who pretend to champion justice while blatantly committing violence! So full of yourselves, considering no one, standing on a moral high ground and thinking you can judge the life or death of others, is that it? Countless artists¡¯ careers have been ruined due to your smears, and how many individuals have succumbed to unjust pressure and even died wronged because of your twisted journalism. Does it not pain your conscience to see those innocent victims suffer? Society entrusted you journalists with a pen to report the truth, to spread positive energy, not to satisfy your own dirty, ugly desires! The tool in your hand is a pen, not a knife to kill people! Instead of blabbering here, you¡¯d better reflect on what the basic principles of a journalist are, instead of unwittingly playing the executioner while thinking yourselves as incarnations of justice!¡± S~ea??h the N?velFire.n§×t website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Chapter 213 - 213 213 Why tear each other apart when a fight ?Chapter 213: Chapter 213: Why tear each other apart when a fight could solve it? Chapter 213: Chapter 213: Why tear each other apart when a fight could solve it? After ranting furiously, Her Majesty the Empress felt a soothing sense of relief and, with her back straight, walked into the set, where no one dared to stand in her way. Passing Mrs. Qian, she glared at her, scaring her into a pathetic state, too frightened to make a peep. She was now utterly certain that Xia Weibao was definitely not Qian Guoan¡¯s Mistress; such a domineering woman couldn¡¯t be controlled by that coward! And the reporters on site were all thoroughly intimidated by Xia Weibao¡¯s scolding. In this ever-expanding society, which journalist doesn¡¯t go with the flow? They never mind stirring up more trouble. And as for basic decency, how many even remember what that is? When the news spread online, everyone was stunned! Especially those in the entertainment industry. Xia Weibao did what they all wanted to do but didn¡¯t dare to do. Artists have a love-hate relationship with reporters, good or bad, all at the mercy of their pen; who would dare to offend them? Yet, faced with unfounded slander, they were all simmering with pent-up anger. Now that Xia Weibao had lectured them, her colleagues suddenly felt a rush of exhilaration! They saw Xia Weibao in a new light. At least, they didn¡¯t have her carefree spirit and domineering presence. Fame and fortune are shackles; who can escape them? But she was so uninhibited, so magnanimous, so genuine. Xia Weibao was probably the last person in the entertainment industry not bound by fame and wealth. sea??h th§× ¦ÇovelFire.¦Çet website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. And the Empress, back on set, was full of regret. Her Highness merely wanted to be a quiet and beautiful girl, but these people just had to provoke her true nature. How annoying! She was too excited just now, blurting out ¡°old mom,¡± ¡°mom¡± and ¡°shit;¡± she wondered if it affected her ladylike image ¨C so annoying. Xu Jiayang came looking for her, holding a card in his hand. Xia Weibao blinked, ¡°Director Xu, what¡¯s this for?¡± Xu Jiayang handed over the card, ¡°This is your payment for ¡®Allure.¡¯ If the defamation content on Weibo is shared more than five hundred times, you can press charges or sue them.¡± Xia Weibao was stunned for a moment. Was he worried that she didn¡¯t have the money to sue, so he gave her the payment upfront? ¡°Director Xu, did the sun rise from the west today?¡± It was rare for Director Xu, who was always so stingy, to actually be willing to pay her! She felt touched. Xu Jiayang¡¯s hand holding the card was shaking; he wanted to give it, yet he was somewhat reluctant, feeling cold inside. Right now the production was tight on funds; even the ten million invested by Hua Shan only solved an urgent need. Because of his high standards, naturally, the costs were high. Having given Xia Weibao her payment, he would have to surreptitiously deduct it from the actors¡¯ meal expenses. His heart was bleeding. Seeing Xu Jiayang¡¯s pained expression, Xia Weibao felt the urge to laugh. ¡°Director Xu, no need, I can handle these matters.¡± Why engage in a verbal spat when a fight could settle it? That¡¯s exactly what he wanted to hear! Xu Jiayang immediately stuffed the card back into his pocket, faster than a shooting star! As if fearful someone would snatch his money. Then he revealed a hen-like smile, taking Xia Weibao¡¯s hand, ¡°Baby, you¡¯re a good actress. When ¡®Allure¡¯ comes out, I will add to your payment.¡± Xia Weibao, ¡°¡­¡± She couldn¡¯t help feeling embarrassed about working with such a stingy director. Fearing that Xia Weibao would think him miserly, Xu Jiayang generously offered his gaming account, ¡°Here, take my King account, play with it as you like.¡± With more Diamonds to play with, Her Majesty the Empress was very pleased. She thanked Director Xu with a smile. Then, she logged into Kings¡­ Damn it! Why is it Bronze!!! He used to be Diamond!!! Chapter 214 - 214 214 Director Lu Finally Gets It ?Chapter 214: Chapter 214: Director Lu Finally Gets It Chapter 214: Chapter 214: Director Lu Finally Gets It Xu Jiayang gave her a sideways glance, ¡°You think I don¡¯t know why I¡¯m stuck at Bronze?¡± Damn, Xia Weibao is just a huge pit, and a toxic one at that! Ever since she messed with him, whenever he touched the game ¡®Kings of Glory,¡¯ he would lose. He couldn¡¯t even climb the ranks anymore¡­ After Xu Jiayang left, Xia Weibao took out her phone. ¡°Sister Tong, for the finals, I¡¯ll sing ¡®A Thousand Years in a Dream.''¡± ¡®A Thousand Years in a Dream¡¯ is the theme song of ¡®Allure.¡¯ S§×arch* The NovelFire.net* website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. How highly Xu Jiayang now values funding, it¡¯s as if it¡¯s his wife, the one he has to cuddle with to sleep at night. But to keep her from being smeared, he still gave her a performance fee. Such miserliness to pluck a feather, no, such deep loyalty and affection, showed he saw her not just as an actress, but as a friend too. So shouldn¡¯t she reciprocate somehow? ¡®Heavenly Voice¡¯ is a program that garners a lot of attention, especially with her recent bad rep online, it¡¯s really driving up the heat. If she were to sing on such an occasion, she would certainly make the song a hit! That night, Lin Siqian still went to the hotel designated by Qian Guoan. She dare not offend the man until she could ensure he kept his mouth shut. Barely restraining her disgust, she took care of Qian Guoan. Then she put on her sunglasses and scarf and sneaked out through the back door of the hotel. Having had his fun last night, Qian Guoan was in great spirits. He got up feeling refreshed and started to clean up. Back at the company, his beautiful secretary rushed to him with a panicked expression. ¡°President Qian, there¡¯s trouble at the company.¡± Seeing her panic stricken, Qian Guoan lecherously groped her chest. ¡°Little Liu, what¡¯s so urgent?¡± A man, after his body is satisfied, is in a good mood, right? Secretary Little Liu¡¯s face went pale, ¡°President Qian, last night our projects experienced several collapses, and now clients are making a scene at our front door, threatening to sue us. Moreover, this year¡¯s cooperation plan with Lu Corporation was returned.¡± ¡°What?!¡± Qian Guoan¡¯s complexion went white instantaneously. Project collapses are related to the company¡¯s credibility, it¡¯s a serious matter! And the cooperation plan with Lu Corporation was the biggest project he had been working on in recent years, if that fell through¡­ ¡°What happened? What caused the collapse? Investigate it now!¡± ¡°We¡¯re investigating it already¡­¡± Qian Guoan hurried back to his office and saw an endless stream of complaint calls, making his head swim. To make matters worse, the stock price plunged dramatically. In just one day, countless losses, a broken capital chain, and shareholders began to frantically sell off their stocks. Qian Guoan collapsed into his chair, his face deathly pale. Amidst the chaos, someone began to buy up the stocks of Qian¡¯s Engineering. Seeing this situation, Qian Guoan¡¯s eyes turned bloodshot with a face full of murderous intent. It had to be someone targeting him! He¡¯d better not find out who, or else¡­ Before he could figure out what to do next, the secretary rushed in again. ¡°President Qian, Lu Corporation is buying up the company shares.¡± Qian Guoan¡¯s body shook violently, Lu¡­ Lu Corporation, Lu Hualiang? Heavens! Why would such a high-level figure set sights on his small Qian¡¯s Engineering? Precipitously, Qian Guoan rushed to Lu Corporation. Even though it was already ten at night and all employees had left, he still firmly waited at the door. Hoping that Lu Hualiang would grant him an audience in consideration of his having waited all night. Meanwhile, the man he so wanted to see was sitting in the living room, making big decisions, surrounded by an aura of menace. Why, you ask? Because a certain woman hadn¡¯t come home by ten o¡¯clock! She must have gone out to mess around again! Chapter 215 - 215 215 Just Finished Complimenting and Then ?Chapter 215: Chapter 215: Just Finished Complimenting and Then Courting Disaster Chapter 215: Chapter 215: Just Finished Complimenting and Then Courting Disaster Xia Weibao finished practicing her singing and returned home exhausted, only to find Lu Hualiang sitting in the living room like a resentful woman from the inner palace. He was staring at her with eyes that seemed to say the apricot tree had blossomed over the wall. Which left her utterly confused. ¡°Director Lu, why are you looking at me like that?¡± ¡°Where have you been?¡± Xia Weibao really wanted to say she went to practice singing because there was a competition tomorrow. But his accusatory tone was simply annoying, so she pulled a face too. ¡°Nowhere much.¡± Her impatient tone made Lu Hualiang¡¯s face even more displeased. ¡°Finished filming at five, and you say nowhere? Now you come back?¡± Xia Weibao rolled her eyes to heaven, ¡°Went out for fun.¡± Then she turned and headed upstairs. She needed a good night¡¯s rest to be able to compete with all her might tomorrow. Last time, she lost the championship due to insider dealings, but this time she must win the championship! Lu Hualiang was about to explode with anger at her attitude. When would this woman ever take her husband seriously? The next day, Lu Hualiang got up early and waited at the dining table. Only to see Xia Weibao rush downstairs, grab a piece of cake, and run out the door. ¡°I¡¯m about to be late, Director Lu I¡¯m leaving first.¡± Lu Hualiang, ¡°¡­¡± Your father specifically waited for you to eat breakfast, and you just ran off!!! Fuming, he went to the company, and as soon as he arrived at the building, a fat man came rushing out. Qian Guoan threw himself by his car, ¡°Director Lu, I am the chairman of Qian¡¯s Engineering, Director Lu, Director Lu¡­¡± Having just been given the cold shoulder by his wife, Lu Hualiang looked at this man who made his wife upset with a grim expression. He stepped on the gas, and the car sped up, nearly hitting Qian Guoan! Qian Guoan, terrified, quickly stepped back, stumbled a few steps, and fell to the ground. It was rush hour, and many people turned to look in his direction. S§×arch* The ¦Çov§×lFire .net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Qian Guoan clumsily got up and then covered his head with his suit. He scurried away in disgrace. Only when everyone who had been at the door had gone in did he come out again. He approached the reception desk, ¡°Miss, I am Qian Guoan, the chairman of Qian¡¯s Engineering, I would like to see your Director Lu.¡± The receptionist was very polite, ¡°Mr. Qian, do you have an appointment?¡± Qian Guoan felt awkward, ¡°No, but Director Lu will definitely see me.¡± ¡°I¡¯m sorry Mr. Qian, without an appointment you cannot see Director Lu, but I can schedule one for you.¡± She then called the chief secretary, ¡°Secretary Yang, President Qian, the chairman of Qian¡¯s Engineering, wants to see Director Lu, is it possible to schedule an appointment?¡± Yang Liu, who was drooling over Xia Weibao¡¯s photo, was startled. The chairman of Qian¡¯s Engineering, Qian Guoan? That man who said he¡¯d keep her goddess as a mistress? Her face turned absolutely dark. Great, her goddess whom she could hardly get a chance to meet, and here¡¯s this beer-bellied man balding in the middle daring to talk about keeping her as a mistress, haha! Yang Liu suddenly grinned wickedly, ¡°Director Lu¡¯s schedule for this year is full, ask him to come back next year. Oh, and if he causes trouble, have the bodyguards beat him out. Hear me clear? Beat him out, not chase him away. Beating with sticks is fine, kicking and punching are okay too.¡± Then she hung up the phone. Feeling immensely satisfied, she mentally noted a merit for herself, avenged her goddess for the day, how wonderful. When the goddess arrives, she could claim her merits and make her presence felt. Indeed, Lu Hualiang was very busy, but meetings were only scheduled for the next three months, nothing was booked beyond that. And he had no plans today. Why, you ask? Because he wanted to clear his schedule for today to watch the lady compete. Yang Liu in excellent spirits turned on her computer, then applied some lovely makeup while waiting for the goddess to appear. Chapter 216 - 216 216 I Heard Youre Keeping My Wife ?Chapter 216: Chapter 216: I Heard You¡¯re Keeping My Wife? Chapter 216: Chapter 216: I Heard You¡¯re Keeping My Wife? In the lobby, Qian Guoan was rejected, and he felt as if he¡¯d been struck by lightning. ¡°Miss, please help me relay a message, I really have urgent business, and I must see Director Lu today.¡± ¡°I¡¯m sorry, but our Director Lu really is not available.¡± ¡°Just one minute, just a minute!¡± Qian Guoan was so desperate that his eyes turned bloodshot. He even excitedly grabbed the receptionist¡¯s hand, ¡°Just help me make a phone call, please.¡± The receptionist was frightened by his excessive behavior and yelled in alarm. ¡°Security, get him out, quickly throw him out.¡± Two security guards immediately came up and dragged the man away. ¡°Wait a minute.¡± The receptionist immediately intervened, intending to carry out Yang Liu¡¯s command to the letter, ¡°Secretary Yang said to throw him out, not drag him out.¡± Qian Guoan, ¡°¡­¡± The two security guards hesitated for a moment, Goddess Yang said to throw out? Then they must do it with all their might. So they beat and kicked the man out. Qian Guoan scampered away, tucking his head, looking utterly embarrassed. Yang Liu, watching through electronic surveillance, saw him scurrying like a rat crossing the street and sneered coldly. He deserved it! S§×arch* The N??eFire.¦Çet website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. My master couldn¡¯t even get that woman, yet you claim you¡¯ve been with her¡ªthat¡¯s like stabbing a knife into my master¡¯s heart. Not killing you would be letting you off easy! After loitering outside for three hours, Qian Guoan was finally escorted into the CEO¡¯s office. When he saw the man sitting behind the desk like a king, Qian Guoan felt intimidated. Especially when he met Lu Hualiang¡¯s contemptuous gaze, his legs started to tremble. Stuttering, he hardly dared to speak. But then, remembering that Qian Corporation was about to be acquired, he summoned his courage. ¡°Director¡­ Director Lu.¡± Yang Li, standing aside like a eunuch, spoke with a cold expression, ¡°Do you know where you went wrong?¡± Qian Guoan wiped his sweat, ¡°No¡­ no¡­ I don¡¯t know.¡± Yang Li glared at him, and he was immediately too frightened to speak. And Lu Hualiang, from start to finish, looked on with cold eyes. He saw him stretch out his noble, slender hand and casually turn the photo frame on the desk around. It was a photo of him with Xia Weibao. In the picture, Lu Hualiang sat upright, while Xia Weibao leaned on his shoulder, her smile sweet, her gaze tender. Even through the photo frame, you could see countless sweet pink bubbles. Yang Li¡¯s eyes nearly popped out! My God! Master, when did you take such an intimate photo with the young mistress? And if he remembered correctly, that photo of Xia Weibao seemed to be from her Weibo¡­ But in the Weibo photo, she was clearly sitting on a bench by the roadside, leaning against the backrest and laughing at a dog. How did the bench turn into our master? Although he knew he had to be serious at a time like this and couldn¡¯t undermine his master. He still couldn¡¯t help but internally criticize, Master, when did you photoshop the photo!!! As soon as Qian Guoan saw this picture, his legs gave out, and he collapsed to the floor. His face turned deathly pale, It was over¡­ completely over. Xia Weibao¡­ was actually¡­ Lu Hualiang¡¯s woman. ¡°Director¡­ Director Lu¡­¡± Qian Guoan was sweating profusely, trembling all over, almost incontinent from fear. He had always heard that Xia Weibao had a man behind her, but he never took it seriously. After all, although the woman was beautiful, her reputation was too rotten. What man of standing would touch her, and if so, they would only be inconsequential characters. Who would have thought, her man was actually Lu Hualiang! Heaven! Who had he offended! Qian Guoan felt darkness closing in, wishing he could just faint. Lu Hualiang leaned forward, his face cold and deep, ¡°I heard you¡¯ve been keeping my wife?¡± Chapter 217 - 217 217 The Wheel of Fortune Turns ?Chapter 217: Chapter 217: The Wheel of Fortune Turns Chapter 217: Chapter 217: The Wheel of Fortune Turns Too¡­ too too too¡­ Qian Guoan¡¯s tongue was tied! His eyes rolled back as he fainted away. Xia Weibao was actually Lu Hualiang¡¯s wife¡­ Seeing the man faint, Yang Liu picked up a cup and walked to the bathroom, scooped up a cup of toilet water, and splashed it directly onto Qian Guoan¡¯s face. She credited herself with another achievement, the second time today she had stood up for the goddess. Feeling awesome about herself. As Qian Guoan came groggily back to consciousness, he couldn¡¯t even be bothered about the stench of urine on him. He was trembling all over, crawling on the floor. ¡°Director¡­ Director Lu, I was blind to Mount Tai and didn¡¯t know Miss Xia was your wife. Please, you are a generous man, forgive me this time. It was all Lin Siqian, that bitch seduced me and then made me smear your wife. I was momentarily possessed; please forgive me this time, I have elders above me and youngsters below¡­¡± Lu Hualiang¡¯s gaze was cold as ice, ¡°Issue a clarification statement.¡± ¡°Yes, yes, yes, I will do it now, right away.¡± Qian Guoan scrambled out, not daring to linger a moment longer. This was a man he could not afford to mess with! After he had rolled out, Yang Liu then stepped back, ¡°I will have someone come in and disinfect immediately.¡± Lu Hualiang¡¯s expression remained icy cold, with a chill even to his thin lips. ¡°Throw him to Africa.¡± A light bulb went off in Yang Li¡¯s head, ¡°Master, Antarctica happens to be in need of a penguin caretaker¡­¡± ¡°Then throw him there, and have Yang Jian come back.¡± ¡°Right away, I¡¯ll arrange it.¡± Yang Li¡¯s eyes lit up with joy. Brother, I can only help you this much. Upon your return, don¡¯t play dead again, or else who knows where you¡¯ll be next dispatched to. Backstage at the ¡°Heavenly Voice¡± show, all the advancing contestants were busily preparing. There were three lounges in total, with Xia Weibao occupying one, and Lin Siqian occupying another. Lin Siqian had one because she held the highest status, hence a private one. And as for Xia Weibao, it was because her reputation was so poor that everyone was afraid to share a lounge with her. Sister Tong felt awkward looking at the empty lounge. ¡°Baby, don¡¯t mind those people. Once you become popular, naturally, people will want to befriend you.¡± Xia Weibao didn¡¯t care much about it. She didn¡¯t want to make friends with those fair-weather people anyway. It was better that no one paid attention to her so she could monopolize a lounge and do whatever she wished. So Her Majesty the Empress took out her phone to play games. Disappointed to find that Lu Hualiang wasn¡¯t online. Remembering how he¡¯d stormed out that morning, she felt an inexplicable blockage in her heart. S§×arch* The n??el Fire.n§×t website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. In the neighboring private lounge, Lin Siqian was practicing her vocal cords. Seeing her in good form, Liu Xing smiled contentedly, ¡°Siqian, you¡¯re singing your specialty this time. Just maintain a steady performance.¡± Lin Siqian was somewhat impatient with his remark; it was as if he needed to tell her. She was famous for her high notes, and the song she chose for today had been practiced over a dozen times¡ªit would be perfect. Thinking of how Xia Weibao had taken all the limelight with her high notes last time, Lin Siqian¡¯s eyes turned vicious. Just wait, today I will show you what a real Divas of high notes is! ¡°I heard Xia Weibao is going to sing a traditional style song this time?¡± ¡°Yes, it¡¯s the theme song ¡®A Thousand Years in a Dream¡¯ from ¡®Allure¡¯.¡± Lin Siqian laughed, a cold laugh. She had seen the score for ¡®A Thousand Years in a Dream¡¯; it wasn¡¯t good at all. To sing such a song at this kind of event, she¡¯s digging her own grave! And her luck was very good this time; she would go on stage just before Xia Weibao. Which meant she would sing her high notes first, and then Xia Weibao would follow with the traditional style song. Ha! What goes around comes around¡ªdoesn¡¯t this situation mirror the last one? Xia Weibao, the humiliation I endured, today, I will let you taste it as well! Chapter 218 - 218 218 When the Empress Appears Who Dares to ?Chapter 218: Chapter 218: When the Empress Appears, Who Dares to Compete? Chapter 218: Chapter 218: When the Empress Appears, Who Dares to Compete? The competition began, and each contestant performed extremely well, winning round after round of applause. Soon it was Lin Siqian¡¯s turn on stage. The Divas¡¯ prowess was still evident, and a high-energy song took tonight¡¯s contest to a climax. ¡°Siqian is so amazing!¡± ¡°Sounds great, Divas are invincible!¡± ¡°Siqian! Siqian!!!¡± ¡­ Under the stage, the shouting broke through the sky, and the fans waved their glow sticks frantically, cheering her on. Even some overexcited fans had jumped up, trying to squeeze to the front to get closer to their idol. Seeing this unprecedentedly fiery atmosphere, Lin Siqian felt immensely satisfied. She was indeed the most popular! With so many years of building her career, having sung so many hits that swept across Jiangnan and Nanbei, her fame was certainly not something Xia Weibao, who had been absent for three years, could match! Plus, with the scandal of the Mistress ahead, surely no one would want to listen to Xia Weibao sing now. She guessed that Xia Weibao would be booed off stage the moment she appeared! With this thought, Lin Siqian felt somewhat relieved. Just before leaving the stage, she purposefully interacted with the fans, raising the atmosphere to a new high once again. Seeing the audience that had descended into madness, Lin Siqian¡¯s smile grew deeper. Xia Weibao, this time let¡¯s see who can still hear your singing! Just wait for the upset! The host came on stage and briefly introduced the next performer. However, the atmosphere was really too explosive; the fans were so agitated that they couldn¡¯t hear the host¡¯s introduction. The host was somewhat distressed, such a noisy atmosphere was disadvantageous for the next contestant. But there was nothing she could do, she couldn¡¯t calm the audience¡¯s emotions, and had to step down. In such a chaotic atmosphere, Xia Weibao walked out from backstage. Today, she broke from the norm and wore a goose-yellow Hanfu outfit as she appeared. With every step she took, lotus flowers seemed to bloom; she approached gracefully, untainted and transcendent, as if she were ascending to immortality. Being a woman who had crossed over from ancient times, she naturally embodied a classical elegance. With a gentle smile, she dazzled through time, softening the years. With each step she took, the raucous noise in the venue diminished slightly. By the time she reached the front of the stage, there was complete silence. No one had ever known that someone could look so stunning in ancient attire. Sear?h the n?velFire.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. She was like a lady from the ancient past, who had seemingly floated here through a haze of time. To dazzle time, it probably looked no more than this. Backstage, Lin Siqian watched as the stage suddenly fell quiet, her fingernails digging fiercely into her palm! Damn it! The warm atmosphere she had struggled to incite had been immediately suppressed by Xia Weibao¡¯s appearance! Just as she seethed with frustration, Xia Weibao gently parted her red lips. Her ethereal voice was like a breeze that couldn¡¯t be caught. The music was exquisite, the lyrics classical and elegant. Lin Siqian¡¯s expression changed; this wasn¡¯t the ¡°A Thousand Years in a Dream¡± she had seen before! When Xu Jiayang had approached her to sing the theme song, he showed her the lyrics and music. It definitely wasn¡¯t like this, definitely not this appealing! It had been modified! The moment Xia Weibao began to sing, Lin Siqian regretted it. With her sense for music, she knew that this revamped ancient-style song would surely be a hit. And not just a hit, but a huge hit! Because it was simply too enchanting. With music like the sound of wind through bamboo, it moved the dust on the beams, melodiously twisting and turning, captivatingly beautiful. Xia Weibao¡¯s voice was distinct yet versatile. Singing the ancient-style song, she shed some of the ethereal and high-pitched tones, adding a few more strands of lingering sound, pleasing to the ear like the strings of classical instruments. The tender and lingering voice seemed to recount a dream of unyielding yearning across a thousand years. Chapter 219 - 219 219 Crossing a Thousand Years Through Ten ?Chapter 219: Chapter 219: Crossing a Thousand Years, Through Ten Lifetimes, All for You Chapter 219: Chapter 219: Crossing a Thousand Years, Through Ten Lifetimes, All for You ¡°Looking up and locking eyes in that moment, lovesick bonds tied our fates together. At Jiulin that evening, we invited the moon to join our wine and reminisced about the passing years.¡± ¡°In midnight dreams, I see your enchanting smile, but upon waking, your face is gone. A love that spans a thousand years, entwined through ten lifetimes, just for you.¡± That glance from a thousand years ago destined us to be entwined for eternity. This is a song that pours out one¡¯s true feelings and expresses yearning, perfectly suited to the tortuous love story between the protagonists in ¡°Allure.¡± But at this moment, Xia Weibao wasn¡¯t thinking about the plot of ¡°Allure,¡± but of her beloved Emperor. Across a thousand years, through ten lifetimes, all for you. This was the sentiment conveyed by ¡°A Thousand Years in a Dream.¡± Xia Weibao closed her eyes, and a tear quietly slid down her cheek. Your Majesty, your consort is still alive, living in the twenty-first century, a thousand years later. You promised we would be together for all eternity. So, would you cross a thousand years and cycle through ten lifetimes to find me? As the song ended, the hall fell into complete silence. Everyone was immersed in the world she had created, experiencing that deep, soul-searing love, feeling the sour ache of waiting for a thousand years. They couldn¡¯t extricate themselves. Even countless people shed tears of emotion. Beautiful love has the power to move hearts the most. An emotionally compelling performance can resonate with everyone. That emotionally charged love lingered, compelling everyone to give a perfect score without hesitation. The judges, too, were so moved that they wept openly. How long had it been since they had heard such a touching song? Perfect score, it had to be perfect! The final scoring of the competition was composed of two parts: fifty percent from the audience¡¯s votes, and fifty percent from the judges¡¯ scoring. Both gave full marks! Beating second-placed Lin Siqian by a whole ten points! This was undoubtedly the best result since the ¡°Heavenly Voice¡± show began! No one questioned the fairness of the scoring. After all, whether a song is good or bad, no one is deaf. As the show was broadcast online, countless people began searching for what song this could be. Even those who disliked Xia Weibao quietly opened their music apps. They wouldn¡¯t listen to Bitch Xia¡¯s songs, but they could listen to the original singer¡¯s. The melody was so beautiful, and the lyrics even more touching. Surely the original singer¡¯s version would be even better. But they discovered that the song was nowhere to be found. It wasn¡¯t on any music app nor on Baidu. They couldn¡¯t find the song name, the lyrics yielded no results, and even recording the live performance and shaking their phones with WeChat¡¯s ¡®shake¡¯ feature turned up nothing. Everyone looked at each other in bewilderment. What song was this? The topic #XiaWeibaoUnknownSong raced to the top of the trending searches. The whole nation mobilized to find the song ¡°A Thousand Years in a Dream.¡± The harder it was to find, the more desperate they became to uncover it. The topic became hotter and hotter, completely overtaking the buzz around Xia Weibao¡¯s affair. The nation was unified in its unprecedented frenzy! Seeing this scene, Xu Jiayang knew that the opportunity for promotion had arrived. So, he hurriedly had the recorded song ¡°A Thousand Years in a Dream¡± prepared, and then a music video was edited. S§×ar?h the nov§×lF~ire.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. All it featured were the beautiful shots taken during Xia Weibao¡¯s filming. No need for completeness, no need for plot, just beauty! ¡°Allure¡± hadn¡¯t finished shooting yet, so it wasn¡¯t possible to promote it using the actors¡¯ performances and the storyline. The only topic worth promoting was Xia Weibao¡¯s beauty. By ensuring her popularity soared and making the character Li Qingcheng a sensation, it was certain to bring fame to ¡°Allure¡±! Soon, a beautifully delicate music video was crafted and released by the ¡°Allure¡± production team¡¯s official Weibo account. An official Weibo account that hardly anyone had followed suddenly gained a hundred thousand followers! And the downloads for the music video rose with astonishing speed, with comments soaring up rapidly! The level of public interest was frightening! Chapter 220 - 220 220 President Qians Apology A Slap in the ?Chapter 220: Chapter 220: President Qian¡¯s Apology, A Slap in the Face Chapter 220: Chapter 220: President Qian¡¯s Apology, A Slap in the Face Soon, the topic of #Allure¡¯s theme song, ¡°Epochal Beauty,¡± started to trend like wildfire. The previously unnoticed web drama suddenly entered everyone¡¯s field of vision. It dominantly occupied all the trending searches! ¡ªHoly crap! Gorgeous, gorgeous, gorgeous! ¡ªNot a fan of Xia Weibao, but gotta admit, she¡¯s so beautiful it turned me gay! ¡ªMy screen¡¯s dirty, let me lick it clean. ¡ªDamn it! I¡¯ve licked a hole through my screen. ¡ªJust for Xia Weibao¡¯s out-of-this-world beauty, even if the drama sucks, I could munch on sunflower seeds and watch it to the end. ¡ªNo need for acting skills, this beauty can carry a whole drama! ¡ªLiked it for the fiftieth replay. ¡ªSorry, I¡¯ve already replayed it a hundred times. ¡ªThe two above, roll out; have I said anything with my two hundred replays? ¡ªHeard that the lyrics and music were personally edited by Xia Weibao herself, she¡¯s so talented damn damn damn¡­ On Weibo, there was a loud outcry, highlighting one fact: ¡°Allure¡± had become a hit before it even aired. As everyone said, Xia Weibao¡¯s beauty was indeed enough to support an entire drama! Countless people sighed, the indomitable Xiao Qiang indeed. No matter how much you suppress her, she always strikes back, harder with each comeback! You step on her once, she slaps you in return, turning your face into a pulp! The Allure Crew members, seeing the heated online discussions, shed tears of emotion. Suddenly felt a pang of sorrow. From the start of ¡°Allure¡± to now, they had borne so much vilification. Every day, they filmed in silence, but no one understood, no matter how hard they tried, they couldn¡¯t overcome a round of slander. This was the first time they saw the drama receive so much attention. And it was all thanks to Xia Weibao! It was Xia Weibao who made ¡°A Thousand Years in a Dream¡± popular, it was Xia Weibao who brought the heat to ¡°Allure¡±! The most excited of them all was Leng Yan. He looked at the goddess¡¯s photo and was flooded with emotion. Baby, just wait for me. When I make a name for myself, I¡¯ll come back to marry you. He scrolled through Weibo again, and was even more thrilled. I¡¯ve thrown so much money into this, finally seeing some signs of success, Xia Weibao, you better not let me down. Please don¡¯t screw up again and lose fans, you¡¯ve nearly given me a heart attack. ¡°Xu Jiayang, keep a close eye on that Xia, that woman¡¯s too good at stirring up trouble.¡± Xu Jiayang glanced over indifferently, ¡°With Lin Siqian still unresolved, do you think she¡¯ll just let things slide?¡± He guessed correctly, Lin Siqian indeed wasn¡¯t going to just let bygones be bygones. She had just succeeded in bringing Xia Weibao down, how could she allow that woman to turn things around? sea??h th§× n??el Fire.n§×t website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. She had already secured a cyber army, ready to stir up the affair of Xia Weibao being the mistress, hoping to squash the hype! But before she could act, Qian Guoan suddenly posted a lengthy Weibo. ¡°I¡¯m posting this to apologize to Xia Weibao; she has never been my mistress. Three years ago, I indeed took a fancy to Xia Weibao. She was too beautiful, simply like a fairy descended to earth, stunning enough to overturn states and overshadow the beauty of fish, birds, and the moon¡­ (Ten thousand words are omitted here). The man worthy of her must be handsome, extraordinary, with a majestic bearing, tall and dashing, wise and resourceful, with overwhelming influence¡­ (Ten thousand words are omitted here). I, this scumbag, am not worthy to climb high¡­¡± A long string of praises, not only complimented Xia Weibao but also her husband n-times, hoping that Lu Hualiang, seeing his earnest bootlicking, would spare him a way out. This desire to survive was really strong. Almost on par with Yang Jian¡¯s past death-wishing! Chapter 221 - 221 221 The Slap in the Face Was Really Too ?Chapter 221: Chapter 221: The Slap in the Face Was Really Too Harsh! Chapter 221: Chapter 221: The Slap in the Face Was Really Too Harsh! He spewed a bunch of rubbish before finally getting to the point. ¡°Xia Weibao is a person who respects herself. She refused to accept my gifts and to meet me, but it was her best friend Lin Siqian who came onto me, and then she became my secret lover. Three years ago, it was Lin Siqian who had me slander Xia Weibao, claiming she was my mistress. The Weibo post I made a few days ago was also sent by Lin Siqian using my account, with the intention of using public opinion to distract Xia Weibao from focusing on the final of ¡®Heavenly Voice.¡¯ In truth, from the very beginning, I had never met Xia Weibao. It was all a set-up and frame-up by me, but now my conscience has spoken, and I sincerely apologize to Miss Xia here.¡± There were also intimate photos of him with Lin Siqian attached below. Not only that, but some records of their hotel visits were released, as well as their chat messages. Everyone was in an uproar!!! Lin Siqian has always projected a lofty image, and her fans have witnessed her rise to where she is today. So when such a scandal broke, it was like a heavy hammer! It utterly shattered all of her past public personas! Some blind fans tried to defend her, but with the photos, chat logs, and even some suggestive voice recordings, there was simply no way to refute it! ¡°Damn! So the real mistress is Lin Siqian!¡± ¡°Damn, how disgusting can this woman be? Not only is she the mistress herself, but she even frames Xia Weibao for being the mistress!¡± ¡°So revolting, she¡¯s definitely the biggest white lotus in history. Wasn¡¯t she with Jiang Ming three years ago, how did she end up being Qian Guoan¡¯s mistress?¡± ¡°Pfft, acting all pure and innocent as if their love was unbreakable, what a facade this is.¡± ¡°Guess one man isn¡¯t enough for her¡­¡± ¡°Does Jiang Ming know his girlfriend is this flirty?¡± ¡°Jiang Ming was slandered so badly before, and Lin Siqian didn¡¯t break up with him. I actually thought this woman really had integrity and loyalty, but it turns out¡­ ugh.¡± ¡°Indeed, you never really know what¡¯s in people¡¯s hearts. Jiang Ming isn¡¯t any better. Maybe he¡¯s the one who got Lin Siqian to hook up with a sugar daddy so they could both cling to powerful coattails.¡± ¡°Tsk tsk, birds of a feather. I wonder if they¡¯ve done group things, haha¡­¡± Jiang Ming had almost been forgotten, but with Lin Siqian being exposed, the once-reputed golden couple in the entertainment industry was dragged out for a public lashing. Over and over again. The internet can be horribly brutal, and all of Lin Siqian¡¯s dark secrets were unearthed. Jiang Ming almost hated Lin Siqian to death; his agency had already put him on ice. And now he¡¯s being cursed at all over again! Plus, this woman is so filthy, pretending to be in love with him while being someone else¡¯s mistress! Just thinking that he¡¯d been cuckolded for three years made him want to kill this disgusting woman! Lin Siqian collapsed onto the floor, trembling all over, her face ashen. S§×arch* The N?vel(F)ire.n§×t website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. It was all gone, everything. The very thing she feared most still came to light. But it wasn¡¯t over yet. As she was being torn apart by netizens, another post made a meteoric appearance. The content of the post wasn¡¯t much, only two points. First, the recording time of ¡®A Thousand Years in a Dream¡¯ was prior to when Lin Siqian¡¯s ¡°friendship tribute¡± was made public online. Second, the IP address used by Xu Jiayang to post the revengeful leak was exactly the same as the IP address of Lin Siqian¡¯s studio! When the post went up, it immediately stirred up an internet frenzy! The netizen¡¯s ability to dig deep into scandals is terrifying, and their deductive skills could even surpass Sherlock Holmes! The whole nation started digging into Lin Siqian. Chapter 222 - 222 222 Her Majesty Feels Suffocated ?Chapter 222: Chapter 222: Her Majesty Feels Suffocated Chapter 222: Chapter 222: Her Majesty Feels Suffocated With the push, and even the assistance, of some scheming individuals, the whole story behind the incident was quickly exposed. It turned out that Lin Siqian held a grudge against Xia Weibao for messing up her marriage proposal, which caused her reputation to tumble, so she went back on her word to sing the theme song for ¡°Allure.¡± But fearing others would accuse her of being ungrateful and treacherous, she joined forces with her agent and assistant to stage a play, smearing Xu Jiayang with unfounded gratitude and revenge. The hypocritical facade was torn away, revealing the filthy heart underneath, causing one¡¯s scalp to tingle. ¡°Damn! Lin Siqian¡¯s thoughts are vicious!¡± ¡°Being ungrateful is one thing, but to turn around and bite back, poor Xu Jiayang has been carrying the blame for so long¡­¡± ¡°Women¡¯s hearts are most poisonous, who could have thought that a Diva known for her loyalty and righteousness would turn out to be so despicable¡­¡± This post was like a slap in the face for Lin Siqian. It swelled her face! The higher she had climbed, the more glorious she had been, the harder she fell! With no chance to turn things around¡­ As she watched the overwhelming condemnations on the internet, Lin Siqian¡¯s legs gave way, and she collapsed to the ground. She gazed around in a daze, her face utterly pale. How could this be, why would Qian Guoan leak this information. Why was Xu Jiayang¡¯s issue dug up. Why did things turn out this way. Her mind went blank, unable to think of anything; she only knew it was all over. Just then, a call from Liu Xing came in, informing her that she had been forcibly terminated by the company. Furthermore, because it was her reputation that suffered first, causing serious impact to the company, she would not only receive no compensation, but she would also have to pay the company¡¯s loss damages. On Weibo, she tasted the backlash of everyone turning against her when she was down. Trying to call Qian Guoan, she couldn¡¯t get through at all. What a joke, the man had already been carted off to the plane heading for Antarctica, how could she possibly reach him? Lin Siqian felt a chill all over her body; it must be Xia Weibao, it had to be Xia Weibao! It must have been some trick she used that made Qian Guoan tell the whole truth. But¡­ But Xia Weibao is just an actress, how could she possibly have the power to make Qian Guoan submit. Suddenly thinking of something, Lin Siqian shivered all over. It was the man behind her! Ever since Xia Weibao¡¯s comeback, there had been rumors on the internet that she had a financial backer, but no one had found any evidence, and it was thought to be just gossip. Now it seemed there must be a man behind Xia Weibao, and not just any man, but a major figure! A man so feared by Qian Guoan that he dared not mention a word¡­ Lin Siqian panted heavily. In Huaxia Country, she could only think of three such influential men, and none of them were ones she could afford to provoke. Suddenly filled with regret, she wondered why she had ever provoked Xia Weibao. She was already a Diva, with boundless prospects, so why had she still opposed Xia Weibao! Regretful tears streamed down her cheeks as she covered her face and wept bitterly. But it was already too late, there were no pills for regret in this world. If she could do it all over again, she would stay far away from Xia Weibao. At that moment, Xia Weibao herself was bewildered. Third Chicken had just sent her the dirty dealings between Lin Siqian and Qian Guoan, and she was planning to release it online. Little did she expect that Qian Guoan¡¯s Weibo post would disrupt all her plans. Looking at the stack of documents in her hand that had become useless, Her Majesty the Empress felt stifled. Why did she feel this sense of being a hero with no opportunity to display her valor? Sear?h the N?vel?ire.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. She could have handled it herself. Which bastard had acted before she had the chance! Chapter 223 - 223 223 Pick-Up Techniques So Slick You Wont ?Chapter 223: Chapter 223: Pick-Up Techniques So Slick You Won¡¯t Believe It Chapter 223: Chapter 223: Pick-Up Techniques So Slick You Won¡¯t Believe It Just then, Yang Li¡¯s call came through. ¡°Madam, the matter on the internet has been settled; you don¡¯t have to worry about it,¡± Xia Weibao opened her eyes slightly, ¡°Did you take care of Lin Siqian¡¯s issue?¡± ¡°Not me, but the master,¡± Yang Li said, beginning to boast, ¡°Madam, let me tell you, the master has really put his heart into this matter¡­¡± Then he went on and on, greatly exaggerating the story, almost portraying Lu Hualiang as having shed his blood and braved all dangers for Xia Weibao. The more exaggerated the description, the singular goal remained: to make Xia Weibao feel guilty. To let her know how much Lu Hualiang had fretted over her issue, to the point he was practically sprouting white hairs. Xia Weibao, ¡°¡­¡± Actually, she could have solved it herself without his intervention. And it wouldn¡¯t have been such a hassle to handle on her own; she could¡¯ve simply asked Third Chicken to look into it. However, she was one step too late, Lu Hualiang had acted first, and now she owed him a favor. How did she feel about it at this moment? It was like she had prepared her army, ready to go into battle and make her mark, when suddenly a big boss drops in and defeats the enemy in a few quick strokes, then speaks in the tone of a savior, saying, ¡°I¡¯ve already taken care of your enemy for you, come and thank me.¡± She inwardly cursed her luck! Lu Hualiang, why the meddling? Why step into my affairs uninvited, causing me to owe a favor for no reason! Her Majesty the Empress was a person who recognized and repaid kindness. Though Lu Hualiang¡¯s unnecessary meddling irritated her, she had to return the favor. So, she said with a smile, ¡°Please thank Director Lu for me.¡± ¡°Madam, for such a great favor; it is more sincere for you to thank him in person.¡± Xia Weibao, ¡°¡­¡± ¡°All right, I¡¯ll personally thank him when I return tonight.¡± Her face was all smiles, but inwardly she was swearing! What major favor? He was plainly sticking his nose where it didn¡¯t belong! She was so annoyed, yet she still had to keep smiling. Having completed his mission, Yang Li pushed open the door to the CEO¡¯s office, ¡°Master, it¡¯s been taken care of.¡± ¡°Hmm.¡± Lu Hualiang was intently staring at the computer screen, not even lifting his head as he answered. Seeing that he was busy, Yang Li tactfully backed out of the room. He felt immensely satisfied deep down. Master Ah, you¡¯re finally getting the hang of it, finally not blundering anymore. You knew to act before the Madam and then take the credit. sea??h th§× N?vel?ire.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. And after doing a good deed, not only do you make it known but also call to report it, in case the Madam plays dead. If charisma isn¡¯t enough, compensate with intellect. Master, your ways of wooing are quite clever! Not in vain did he worry like an anxious mother. In the office, Lu Hualiang replayed the video of Xia Weibao singing over and over again. Suddenly, he hit pause; the screen froze at the moment Xia Weibao was crying. This was the second time she¡¯d cried. The first time was during her dance to ¡°Gentle as Water.¡± For some reason, whenever he saw her engulfed in sorrow, his heart felt as if it were being tightly gripped by something. He so longed to pull her into his embrace, wipe away her tears, and soothe her sorrow. Why did she display such a sorrowful expression? At that time, who was she missing? ¡°Facing each other with a glance, threads of affection tied a marriage fate; that time I held a wine at Jiulin late at night, inviting the moon to talk about the passing years¡­¡± Her ethereal singing seemed still to echo in his ears, Lu Hualiang felt a momentary daze, as if a face flickered before his eyes¡­ Chapter 224 - 224 224 The game is precious but integrity is ?Chapter 224: Chapter 224: The game is precious, but integrity is worth even more, Your Highness Chapter 224: Chapter 224: The game is precious, but integrity is worth even more, Your Highness A bright yet blurry face, looking at him with a mischievously narrowed gaze¡­ Lu Hualiang¡¯s heart suddenly throbbed, then fiercely tightened. Just as he tried to make out the face, the vision disappeared. However, the feeling of heartache was exceptionally clear. With slightly furrowed brows, whose face had he just thought of? He absentmindedly replayed Xia Weibao¡¯s song, but that feeling did not re-emerge. As the end of work approached, Lu Hualiang, with a stoic face, downloaded the online music video onto his phone. sea??h th§× N?vel?ire.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. His expression grew colder, a surge of emotions churning in his chest. He saw the astonishing number of downloads and a bunch of comments coveting his wife¡¯s beauty below. Suddenly, he felt like hacking Allure¡¯s drama crew¡¯s official Weibo¡­ When Xia Weibao arrived home, Lu Hualiang was already there. He was sitting on the living room sofa with his phone. The moment she stepped through the door, Xia Weibao had an odd illusion that this man was waiting for her to come back¡­ Damn it, he just slammed the door on her yesterday, how could he possibly be waiting for her. She really wanted to ignore the man and go upstairs, but then she remembered what Yang Li had said. It was Lu Hualiang who had helped her, and he had gone to great lengths to dig up the dirt on Qian Guoan and Lin Siqian, leaving Xia Weibao somewhat overwhelmed. She hated owing favors the most! Especially favors that were utterly unnecessary. So, she had no choice but to brace herself and walk over, sitting down on the sofa opposite Lu Hualiang. From beginning to end, Lu Hualiang did not look at her directly, instead, he was engrossed in his phone. The atmosphere was a bit awkward. Xia Weibao chuckled nervously, ¡°Director Lu, what are you up to?¡± ¡°Playing games.¡± Xia Weibao¡¯s eyes immediately lit up. She had been too busy preparing for the singing competition these past few days to play any games! So she eagerly moved closer. ¡°Holy shit! Another penta kill!¡± No sooner had the words left her mouth than Her Majesty the Empress immediately covered it, darn! She cursed again, so damaging to her image. She wondered if it was because she¡¯d been getting too heated in trash-talking while gaming recently that her image had become increasingly tomboyish, with curses coming readily to her lips. This was bad, she needed to change. She was obviously a cute girl, how could she be so crude! Thus, Xia Weibao said cheerily, ¡°Director Lu, you didn¡¯t hear anything just now.¡± ¡°Didn¡¯t hear what?¡± Lu Hualiang did not even look up. ¡°You didn¡¯t hear me say ¡®holy shit.¡¯ Lu Hualiang, ¡°¡­¡± Xia Weibao twisted her body a bit and awkwardly scratched the back of her neck, ¡°Um, about the thing with Lin Siqian¡­ thank you.¡± The corners of Lu Hualiang¡¯s mouth curved ever so slightly, ¡°It was nothing, don¡¯t worry about it.¡± He said not to worry about it, but his expression seemed to suggest, I¡¯ve helped you, remember this favor, and be obedient in the future. Her Majesty the Empress was close to exploding with frustration, what a suffocating situation! A matter she could have resolved by herself had its credit completely hijacked by someone else, and yet she still had to thank them with a smiling face. So infuriating, but still, she maintained a smile. ¡°Want to play?¡± Lu Hualiang¡¯s smile turned into a charming arc, clearly in a good mood. ¡°Sure!¡± The Empress cast aside all her frustrations at the prospect of someone to play games with. Blurted out in excitement, she felt she might have seemed too eager. Clearing her throat, she feigned indifference, ¡°As it happens, I have some time, let¡¯s play a couple of rounds.¡± Lu Hualiang¡¯s mouth twitched slightly. This woman, all principles abandoned at the mention of games. How adorable. He really wanted to hold her in his arms and give her a squeeze. Chapter 225 - 225 225 A Wave of Dog Food ?Chapter 225: Chapter 225: A Wave of Dog Food Chapter 225: Chapter 225: A Wave of Dog Food Lu Hualiang retracted his gaze and focused on his phone. S§×ar?h the N?vel(F)ire.n§×t website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Now that she hadn¡¯t taken a place in his heart, touching her would be akin to committing suicide. After playing a few rounds of battle royale games with her, Lu Hualiang could feel every hair on his head standing on end, overwhelmed with the urge to stuff her into the game and let someone kill her off! He had never seen such a terrible player! Driving a car could lead to her own demise, walking to the edge of a cliff meant jumping off to her death, rushing into the poisonous zone meant a sure end, and jumping into water meant drowning. The most infuriating thing was when he drove, asked her to get in, and then this idiot got stuck on the tire and killed herself! She courted death at such an alarming rate, he couldn¡¯t even save her if he wanted to. Sensing the agitation emanating from the man beside her, Her Majesty the Empress felt guilty and so she shifted her butt, distancing herself from the epicenter of the storm. Lu Hualiang, ¡°¡­¡± Seeing her actually move away from him, his face grew even more displeased. So he took a deep breath, suppressing the impulse to smack her dead. ¡°Come over here, I¡¯ll teach you.¡± The moment she heard he would teach her hands-on, Her Majesty the Empress shuffled back a bit closer. Looking at the woman sitting close beside him, Lu Hualiang¡¯s mood finally improved somewhat. He didn¡¯t want to play battle royale games anymore, for fear that she would irritate him to death. So he played a round of a MOBA game with her, but it almost made him question his existence! Running solo to kill the tyrant, only to be slapped to death! She tried to use a teleportation skill, which was great, but it sent her straight into the enemy¡¯s base, leading to an instant death. Xia Weibao¡¯s face turned red, ¡°That¡­ was an accident.¡± Lu Hualiang silently looked away. If it happens once, it¡¯s an accident, but every time? ¡°You¡¯ve played games for so long, yet show no improvement?¡± Even an idiot would not remain so bad after a few months of gaming, right? Xia Weibao¡¯s cheeks heated up, turning a bright red, her eyes watery and full of embarrassment. That¡­ actually, she wasn¡¯t this bad when she first began playing. Somehow, the more she played, the worse she got. Eventually, she got so bad that she just let loose, treating the game like a chaotic brawl, leading to her current state. She was repeatedly killed throughout the game, so she just spent the whole time stretching her head over to watch Lu Hualiang play. Seeing her head resting against his shoulder, so close, Lu Hualiang suddenly thought that actually, her being a bit of a liability wasn¡¯t so bad. It wasn¡¯t until the butler called them for dinner that Xia Weibao reluctantly got up. To tell the truth, watching Lu Hualiang play games was simply a treat. Like a max-level boss slaughtering a newbie village, he won every game, a truly thrilling experience! After dinner, Xia Weibao excitedly picked up her phone, looking at him with a flatteringly smile. Lu Hualiang glanced sideways at her, ¡°I have to start a video conference.¡± Xia Weibao, ¡°¡­¡± Another video conference! Why must he not hold them at the company and insist on bringing work home! Her Majesty the Empress was never one to endure in silence. Waiting by the door was too tiring, so she marched straight into the study and flopped down on the sofa. Meeting Lu Hualiang¡¯s gaze as he looked over, she said matter-of-factly, ¡°I¡¯ll wear headphones and play. I won¡¯t disturb you.¡± Lu Hualiang looked away, his lips curving slightly in amusement. However¡­ Five minutes later, the very woman who claimed she wouldn¡¯t disturb him suddenly jumped up in a murderous rage, standing on the sofa with one foot even perched on the back of it. ¡°Damn it! How dare you ambush me!¡± ¡°Goddamn! What did I ever do to you guys? Every time you see me, you kill me!¡± ¡°Shit! It¡¯s like you don¡¯t even want me to play the game!¡± ¡°Pfft! Who are you calling a gaming black hole? You¡¯re the black hole, your whole family are black holes!¡± As Her Majesty the Empress got caught up in the heat of scolding others, she suddenly realized something was off, stiffly lifting her head to meet Lu Hualiang¡¯s speechless gaze. Xia Weibao, ¡°¡­¡± Oops, my image¡­ Chapter 226 - 226 226 The Empress Wants to Move Back to the ?Chapter 226: Chapter 226: The Empress Wants to Move Back to the Master Bedroom Chapter 226: Chapter 226: The Empress Wants to Move Back to the Master Bedroom In the office on the other end of the video call, a group of senior executives exchanged glances. What¡¯s going on, did it sound like a woman¡¯s voice? And she was cursing, no less. Strange, wasn¡¯t Director Lu supposed to be in his study having a meeting? Was there a woman hiding in there? The eyes of the old masters suddenly sparkled, the flames of gossip burning fiercely. Impressive! Their company¡¯s president, who has always steered clear of the allure of women, actually has a woman now! Only, judging by the way this woman was cursing, she didn¡¯t seem very ladylike. Tsk tsk, Director Lu really has some heavy taste. Xia Weibao, aware that her image had been tarnished yet again, immediately reined in her temper, sat down properly, and then quietly played her game. Her dignified posture was as if nothing had happened just now, as if the rude tomboy hadn¡¯t been her. Lu Hualiang found it amusing. Did she have some misunderstanding about her own image? Always pretending to be a lady. S§×ar?h the N?vel?ire.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. After he finished the meeting, Xia Weibao conscientiously followed him back to their room and then climbed up onto the bed like a mistress of the house, propping herself up with a pillow in a very comfortable position to play her game. Lu Hualiang glanced at her sideways and suddenly felt a pang of desolation; it seemed he could only keep her around with games and snacks. Playing until midnight, Xia Weibao was so languid, she had no desire to climb out of bed. It was a painful struggle to leave the comfort of the bed and return to the guest room next door. She blinked her eyes, increasingly wanting to move back in. After living together for some time, Lu Hualiang turned out to be quite a gentleman, usually not doing anything to her. Sleeping in the same bed hadn¡¯t been a problem before. Besides, with her ¡°Combat Power,¡± he wouldn¡¯t dare do anything to her. Thinking this, she wanted even more to move back in. Only¡­ Her Majesty the Empress was conflicted. Initially, it was she who had moved out, and now moving back in of her own accord would be quite embarrassing. Definitely, Lu Hualiang would laugh at her, no way! Back in the guest room, Her Majesty the Empress lay in bed unable to sleep. For the sake of the snacks and games in Lu Hualiang¡¯s room, she wanted to move back in! It was just a matter of figuring out how to do so with dignity. Her Majesty the Empress, always aiming for a life of eating and sleeping, was rarely troubled with insomnia, but now the reason was that she couldn¡¯t think of a way to move back into the master bedroom without losing face. The next day, Lu Hualiang saw her emerge with dark circles under her eyes and frowned. ¡°Didn¡¯t sleep well?¡± Xia Weibao¡¯s eyes lit up and she complained pitifully, ¡°Yeah, the bed is too hard, didn¡¯t sleep comfortably.¡± To prove she wasn¡¯t lying, she even twisted her neck, making a weary gesture. Lu Hualiang glanced in the direction of her room, ¡°Later on, I¡¯ll have Housekeeper Fu change your bed.¡± ¡°No need, no need, it¡¯s too much trouble,¡± Xia Weibao chuckled, glancing in the direction of the master bedroom, ¡°Director Lu, your bed seems quite big.¡± She had hinted so obviously, he should get it, right? Her Majesty the Empress already had her response prepared¡ªin case Lu Hualiang suggested she move back, she would agree immediately! However, Lu Hualiang responded without expression, ¡°It¡¯s the same size as your bed.¡± Xia Weibao, ¡°¡­¡± She chuckled, ¡°Is that so? How come your bed feels a bit bigger, and so soft too, it¡¯s really comfortable to sleep on.¡± ¡°Since you like it, I¡¯ll have Housekeeper Fu get you an identical one.¡± Xia Weibao, ¡°¡­¡± For heaven¡¯s sake, can¡¯t he catch a clue! I¡¯ve made it so obvious, and he still doesn¡¯t get it! So she continued, ¡°No need, no need, it¡¯s too much trouble.¡± ¡°Then, I¡¯ll just swap mine with yours.¡± Chapter 227 - 227 227 Her Majesty Stays Calm ?Chapter 227: Chapter 227: Her Majesty Stays Calm Chapter 227: Chapter 227: Her Majesty Stays Calm Suddenly not wanting to speak anymore, Xia Weibao went downstairs in silence. When languages do not align, it¡¯s a waste of saliva. As breakfast was served, she overheard Lu Hualiang instructing Housekeeper Fu to switch the beds in two of the rooms. Anger raged within Xia Weibao. Is that what she meant, huh! ¡°Squeak¡­¡± Lu Hualiang had just neared the dining room when a shrill noise rang out. ¡°What¡¯s that sound?¡± He said, turning to look at Xia Weibao, the noise seemingly coming from her direction. Xia Weibao¡¯s face turned slightly red, and she coughed twice, ¡°It¡¯s nothing.¡± Lu Hualiang gave her a suspicious glance but didn¡¯t say anything more, taking a seat to eat breakfast. Xia Weibao put down her knife and fork, summoning a maid with an awkward smile. ¡°Could you please help me change the plate, thank you.¡± The maid was somewhat baffled; why would she need to change the plate for no good reason? Despite her confusion, she replied respectfully, ¡°Certainly, Madam. Please wait a moment¡­¡± She couldn¡¯t even finish saying ¡®wait¡¯ when she choked on her words. She stared at the plate she had picked up, which had now split in two, her eyes practically popping out! Lu Hualiang was also momentarily taken aback. This woman just sliced a breakfast plate clean in half! He took a deep breath; she could even pry off license plates, so what¡¯s a plate, really. Normal, all perfectly normal. Xia Weibao¡¯s expression turned awkward as she glanced at Lu Hualiang, feeling somewhat resentful. It¡¯s his fault for irritating her. Although this body possessed Inner Strength, control wasn¡¯t its strong suit, and accidents happened often¡­ ¡°Cough cough, that¡­ a bit too much strength¡­ an accident¡­¡± Lu Hualiang, ¡°¡­¡± Maid, ¡°¡­¡± Madam, an accident that split the plate in two must be terrifying. After breakfast, Xia Weibao couldn¡¯t wait to drive away. Upon arriving at the set, she happened to bump into Leng Yan inspecting the place. Xia Weibao¡¯s eyes brightened as she secretly followed him while thinking about having a soda. She smiled like a wanton woman¡­ Damn! Like a sleazy man¡­ Ah spit spit spit, like a lady, that is. ¡°Boss, about the bet last time¡­¡± Leng Yan wore a puzzled look, ¡°What bet?¡± ¡°The one where if I helped Director Xu clear his name, you¡¯d lend me the Starshine Account for a day.¡± Upon mentioning this, Leng Yan¡¯s face changed. No way, absolutely not! He would defend his Starshine at all costs! Adopting a stern tone, he said, ¡°We are at work, what game are you talking about.¡± Her Majesty the Empress¡¯s face stiffened, and with a loud bang, the soda bottle she was holding burst under her grip. Soda splashed everywhere, a geyser of liquid dousing Leng Yan¡¯s impeccably sharp suit. ¡°Sorry, I didn¡¯t realize my own strength,¡± she apologized. Xia Weibao casually pulled out a tissue and wiped her hands, unfazed. Leng Yan¡¯s complexion changed, and he swallowed hard. Crushing a soda can with bare hands, is that what you call a bit too much strength?!!! Heaven, is she even a woman! It was a definite threat! Xu Jiayang lifted his eyelids lazily, ¡°Don¡¯t be shocked, she can pry off a car plate with her hands, what¡¯s a soda bottle to her?¡± The subtext being, don¡¯t even think about cheating Xia Weibao, or else. Leng Yan looked at her as if she were a monster now! What a terrifying spectacle! He quietly took out his phone, logged into Honor of Kings, and, with the utmost respect, handed it to Xia Weibao. ¡°This is my Starshine Account; please enjoy,¡± he said with due reverence. Xia Weibao gave him a sweet smile, ¡°Thank you, Boss. You truly are a man of your word.¡± With that, she ran off with the phone in hand. Leng Yan looked after her retreating figure, as if he could see his Starshine drifting further and further away¡­ S§×arch* The n??el Fire.n§×t website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Chapter 228 - 228 228 Starshine Turns to Bronze Delivering a ?Chapter 228: Chapter 228: Starshine Turns to Bronze, Delivering a Title Chapter 228: Chapter 228: Starshine Turns to Bronze, Delivering a Title With a swift turn, he glared at Xu Jiayang, ¡°Immediately increase Xia Weibao¡¯s filming tasks for today; she absolutely must not have any free time to play games!¡± sea??h th§× N?vel?ire.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. At all costs, he had to defend his Starshine! Leng Yan had such beautiful thoughts, the bet was just to let Xia Weibao play for one day, and as long as he got through today, everything would be fine. Yes, that¡¯s right! Xu Jiayang gave him a cold, sympathetic glance. ¡°Xia Weibao¡¯s scenes are all concentrated during the day, even if they are arranged as tightly as possible, she can still play when she goes home at night.¡± Leng Yan waved his hand grandly, ¡°No problem, she has to sleep at night, at most she¡¯ll play until midnight, she won¡¯t drop too many levels.¡± Xu Jiayang, ¡°¡­¡± What a fool, you¡¯re seriously underestimating that woman¡¯s fighting power. To make Leng Yan feel a bit better, Xu Jiayang didn¡¯t twist the knife further and went to arrange Xia Weibao¡¯s filming. Originally, he had just rearranged her scenes for tomorrow morning to today, but Her Majesty the Empress¡¯s desire to play the game was so strong, she was very cooperative, nailing even the toughest scenes in one go! Xu Jiayang was so excited that he even filmed the scenes for tomorrow afternoon today. They kept filming until six in the evening before wrapping up. Leng Yan, who had been watching the whole time, breathed a sigh of relief. Now it was six o¡¯clock, after she went home to eat and shower, it would probably be around eight or nine before she could play the game. Playing until midnight would be three to four hours, an average half hour per game, that¡¯s about eight games. At most, she¡¯d drop eight levels, not a problem, not a problem. However, when Xia Weibao returned his phone the next day with dark circles under her eyes, and he saw not only had she dropped to Bronze but also had her account banned for reports, he felt the all energies within him roaring to strangle Xia Weibao! ¡°Xia! I¡¯m not done with you!!!!!¡± A roar that was deafening showed just how furious he was! Her Majesty the Empress slipped away like oil on the soles of her feet, hastily making her escape. After wrapping up a scene debating in the Imperial Court, Xu Jiayang was setting up the next scene when Xia Weibao sneakily approached him. ¡°Director Xu, how is the boss doing? Is he angry?¡± Seeing her guilty look, Xu Jiayang wanted to laugh a bit, ¡°He¡¯s over there in the resting room catching his breath, what do you think?¡± Xia Weibao wiped away sweat, it was that serious. ¡°Baby, I¡¯m really curious, how did you manage to drop from Starshine to Bronze in just one night?¡± From Starshine to Bronze, how many games did she lose? Was one night enough time? Xia Weibao was immensely awkward, ¡°That¡­ it was an accident; I don¡¯t know what happened.¡± The more she spoke, the quieter her voice got. ¡°What time did you go to sleep last night?¡± Xu Jiayang asked. ¡°I didn¡¯t sleep, look, I¡¯ve even got dark circles.¡± She had Starshine to play with last night, so she didn¡¯t go to look for Lu Hualiang. When she left in the morning, the man looked like he was ready to kill. Xu Jiayang¡¯s mouth hung open slightly, she really was an internet addict! She still had to film the next day! And you actually stayed up all night for a game!!! Sometimes he really found it strange, why Xia Weibao was so obsessed with gaming. But little did he know, for an ancient person with no entertainment, the colorful modern world was incredibly enticing! The current situation was still manageable since her daily routine was just filming and going to Lu Garden, not having encountered other things yet. Once she tries out more new things, he guessed she might wander off to the point where Director Lu couldn¡¯t find her! ¡°Don¡¯t stay up too late, it¡¯s bad for your skin,¡± Xu Jiayang kindly reminded. The face is too important for a female artist. ¡°No worries, I know how to take care of myself, but you should take care of yourself, Director Xu, you¡¯re getting old.¡± Chapter 229 - 229 229 The Empress is Starting to Select ?Chapter 229: Chapter 229: The Empress is Starting to Select Concubines Chapter 229: Chapter 229: The Empress is Starting to Select Concubines Xu Jiayang, ¡°¡­¡± Suddenly felt like his heart had been pricked. He darkened his face, ¡°I¡¯m only twenty-eight this year, and you actually say I¡¯m old!!!¡± Xia Weibao¡¯s mouth gaped slightly, ¡°No way, Director Xu, you¡¯re only twenty-eight? My goodness, you can¡¯t tell at all.¡± Turns out he was only a year older than her husband. Xu Jiayang, ¡°¡­¡± He waved his hand weakly, ¡°You can go, I just want to be alone.¡± When Leng Yan came out of the resting room, he actually witnessed Xu Jiayang looking at himself in the mirror with his phone, dead serious! Almost saw a ghost! ¡°Mr. Xu, when did you become so narcissistic.¡± Although he was quite handsome, there was no need to keep taking selfies with his phone, right? Xu Jiayang put down his phone, his face grave, ¡°Leng Yan, do you think I look old?¡± Leng Yan, ¡°¡­¡± Did his brain short-circuit? ¡°You¡¯re not even thirty, old what.¡± Xu Jiayang thought for a moment, ¡°Compared to Xia Weibao, am I too old?¡± Leng Yan took a step back, his hands half-clenched into fists held up to his mouth, looking at Xu Jiayang as if he were looking at a monster! ¡°Xu Jiayang, you couldn¡¯t possibly have fallen for Xia Weibao, could you?¡± How masochistic must one be to fall for a nutcase like Xia Weibao! And to not fear being domestically abused! Xu Jiayang scowled and gritted his teeth, ¡°Who told you I like her!¡± He said it word by word, almost squeezing it through his teeth; he was still struggling in Bronze. Would he fall for the very source of his misery?! Moreover, Xia Weibao¡¯s kind of beauty was too risky; men who aren¡¯t extremely good-looking wouldn¡¯t dare to marry her, otherwise, how could they keep their eyes only on her. ¡°Then why are you asking about this?¡± Leng Yan was puzzled. On mentioning this, Xu Jiayang exploded with fury, ¡°That woman called me old!!!¡± Leng Yan, ¡°¡­¡± Compared to the soft and young online addict Xia Weibao, you indeed seem a bit old¡­ Just then, Xia Weibao ran past them in a flurry, ¡°Director Xu, boss, time to eat.¡± Watching Xia Weibao run to fetch her boxed meal, Leng Yan frowned, ¡°Why is she getting the meal herself?¡± Xu Jiayang glanced at him, ¡°Her agent is absent, there¡¯s no personal assistant, if she doesn¡¯t get it herself, should she just wait to starve to death? I¡¯m saying, Leng Yan, you¡¯re too stingy. No matter what, Xia Weibao is the Top Sister of Hongtu; even if you don¡¯t provide a car, at least she should have a personal assistant.¡± Thankfully, Xia Weibao doesn¡¯t sweat the small stuff (aside from games and snacks), or she would have defected long ago, you know. Leng Yan felt embarrassed; he really hadn¡¯t considered that before. Most importantly, his damned father had gone bankrupt trying to promote her! Where else would he find spare cash! ¡°I¡¯ll ask Sister Tong to arrange one for her later.¡± In the afternoon, just before wrap-up time, Sister Tong arrived at the set. ¡°Baby, the company decided to get you a personal assistant. Do you have any preferences?¡± Xia Weibao blinked, trying to recall what exactly a personal assistant does. She shook her head, ¡°No need, I can manage just fine on my own.¡± It was simply finding someone to run errands; she didn¡¯t need that. After all, with another person watching, there would be no time to play games. Sister Tong, with a stern face, ¡°That won¡¯t do. You¡¯re the one the company is pushing now; it¡¯s unbecoming for you to be without an assistant.¡± Xia Weibao thought about it, recalling how, at the height of her fame, she had three assistants and a dedicated manager. The discrepancy in status was indeed quite large now. ¡°Alright then, as long as they¡¯re good-looking and have a nice figure, I have no other requirements.¡± Sister Tong, ¡°¡­¡± S§×arch* The N?velFire(.)net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Are you choosing a personal assistant or selecting a concubine? Chapter 230 - 230 230 The Idol Has Arrived ?Chapter 230: Chapter 230: The Idol Has Arrived Chapter 230: Chapter 230: The Idol Has Arrived Xia Weibao thought for a moment and added, ¡°It would be even better if she¡¯s good at playing games.¡± Sister Tong, ¡°¡­¡± Your requirements are already quite high! ¡°I don¡¯t have anyone who meets your requirements at the moment. How about I let my daughter come over and be your assistant for now?¡± ¡°Your daughter?¡± ¡°Yes, my daughter is named Ruan Shushu. She¡¯s nineteen years old and just graduated from high school. She¡¯s idling at home for the summer break, so she can follow you for a while.¡± ¡°Ah? That doesn¡¯t seem right.¡± Xia Weibao felt a bit embarrassed. How could she let a student be her assistant? ¡°It¡¯s okay. My daughter is your loyal fan, always talking about wanting your autograph.¡± ¡°My fan?¡± Xia Weibao was somewhat puzzled. ¡°Yes, Shushu is an art student who studies the guqin, so she¡¯s particularly fond of classical styles. After watching your performance in ¡®Gentle as Water¡¯ and hearing you sing ¡®A Thousand Years in a Dream,¡¯ she has plastered her room with your costume photos.¡± As she spoke, Sister Tong smiled somewhat helplessly. Her eyes were full of love for her daughter. ¡°Well, alright then.¡± Since Sister Tong had said so, Xia Weibao naturally couldn¡¯t say much. And that settled the matter of the new assistant. As the filming yesterday took longer, the wrap-up today was quite early. Xia Weibao checked the time; Lu Hualiang probably hadn¡¯t left work yet. Going home alone didn¡¯t appeal to her, so for the first time, she made a phone call to Lu Hualiang. It had to be said, Director Lu had quite the knack for making her take the initiative to call. Sear?h the NovelFire.net* website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Lu Hualiang was in a meeting when he received the call and almost thought it was a hallucination! He stared at his phone screen for several seconds. All the executives exchanged glances, wondering whose call it was. To make their decisive and swift CEO space out, it must be someone very important! A few seconds later, Lu Hualiang finally snapped back to reality and picked up the phone with composure. ¡°Hello.¡± On the phone, Xia Weibao¡¯s voice came through, softening Lu Hualiang¡¯s intensity from the meeting significantly. ¡°Hm.¡± ¡°Director Lu, are you busy?¡± ¡°Not busy.¡± As Lu Hualiang¡¯s words fell, all the executives wiped sweat from their brows. They had been in a three-hour meeting without a break, not even having time for lunch, and this was his idea of not being busy? Only Yang Li, who knew the truth, arched an eyebrow, certain it was Xia Weibao¡¯s call, no question about it! Xia Weibao was pleased, ¡°I¡¯ve wrapped up for the day, are you¡­¡± ¡°Hmm, I haven¡¯t finished work yet. Come to the office to find me,¡± Lu Hualiang said and hung up the call. Xia Weibao, ¡°¡­¡± She actually just wanted to ask when he would finish work. If it wasn¡¯t going to be anytime soon, she would go find the Eat-Chicken Trio to play. Why did she have to go to his office? However, the call had already been disconnected. Xia Weibao thought for a moment and still decided to drive to Lu Corporation¡¯s headquarters. Back at the meeting, after Lu Hualiang hung up the phone, he stood up directly, ¡°Meeting adjourned.¡± Then he left the rest of the executives behind and strode away. Watching the confused executives, Yang Li wiped sweat from his brow. Master, you do indeed have the makings of a negligent emperor! Previously, all you had in your eyes was work, but now, with the young madam here, work takes a back seat! Lu Hualiang returned to his office, turned to Yang Li, ¡°Xia Weibao will come later. Go down and pick her up. Also, have Yang Liu head to the supermarket and get some snacks upstairs.¡± Yang Li silently took up his bowl of ¡°dog food¡± and started eating with respect. Master, aren¡¯t you spoiling the young madam a bit too much? As for Yang Liu, as soon as he heard Xia Weibao would be coming, his entire expression brightened. Wow wow wow, the goddess is coming, so exciting, so exciting. Chapter 231 - 231 231 Director Lu Youre Overthinking It ?Chapter 231: Chapter 231: Director Lu, You¡¯re Overthinking It Chapter 231: Chapter 231: Director Lu, You¡¯re Overthinking It Seeing her stride in ten-centimeter heels, Yang Li genuinely worried she might fall. Why was she so excited about Xia Weibao¡¯s visit? If it were Yang Jian who was excited, that would be understandable, but Yang Liu was a woman¡­ Yang Li was completely baffled. Before he could even turn around, he saw Yang Liu carrying two big bags of snacks upstairs. Yang Li, ¡°¡­¡± Damn! Did she take a spaceship down or what? The supermarket was at some distance, wasn¡¯t it? Even if she ran, it would take time, right? For the love of God! Yang Liu ran up, sweating profusely, and hastily stuffed the bags into Yang Li¡¯s hands, ¡°Bro, hold these for me, I need to change my clothes.¡± Thankfully, she had the foresight to keep two sets of Charmingly Coquettish professional attire in the office, otherwise, she would have missed out! Yang Li was in a fog, ¡°Change your clothes? Why?¡± ¡°The young madam is coming, I want to change into something nice for her to see.¡± Having said that, Yang Liu even turned back and gave Yang Li a Charmingly Coquettish wink. Charmingly Coquettish indeed. Yang Li was dumbstruck; he seemed, suddenly, to understand¡­ His face changed dramatically! ¡°Xiao Liu, Xiao Liu, what do you mean by this? The young madam is a woman, what are you trying to do¡­¡± Oh my heavens! If his brother is courting death already, surely his sister can¡¯t have turned as well, right? However, by now Yang Liu had already taken the clothes into the bathroom, and couldn¡¯t hear anything. Yang Li was beside himself with worry ¡ª life was good, why did they love courting disaster so much! Wait a minute! He suddenly remembered, Yang Jian had just called him, saying he had already arrived at the airport and was on his way back to the company¡­ Yang Liu changed into her clothes, put on stunning makeup, looked left and right, took a few selfies, and was very satisfied with her appearance. She looked so beautiful today, the young madam would surely like her. Just then, the intercom buzzed once, Lu Hualiang asked her to make a cup of coffee and bring it in. So Yang Liu got up, sashaying seductively as she went to make the coffee. When she entered the office, her gaze quickly swept around but didn¡¯t catch a glimpse of Xia Weibao. She felt a tinge of disappointment. Lu Hualiang looked up inadvertently and caught sight of Yang Liu¡¯s unusually dressed figure. Today, she wore a very tight black professional attire that seemed quite normal at first glance, but upon closer inspection, one would notice the very low neckline with a clever design. An unusual sexiness that was subtly captivating. Lu Hualiang only glanced at her, then looked away immediately, but his expression darkened instantly. In his position, he had met many kinds of people and naturally knew about the things that often occurred between bosses and secretaries. Some women were restless, always looking for shortcuts. Yet he had never imagined that such a thing would happen in his own office! S§×arch* The novel(F~)ire.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Yang Liu was a very diligent and capable secretary, always behaving appropriately. He never worried that she might harbor ulterior motives. But to think, she would dress like this! This was the second time; the previous instance was when Xia Weibao first visited the company. Lu Hualiang looked exceedingly displeased. If the secretary dressed like this, what would Xia Weibao think if she saw her? He definitely couldn¡¯t let Xia Weibao misunderstand there was anything indecent between him and his subordinate! So he said sternly, not looking directly at her, ¡°Secretary Yang, you need to be clear about your duties and dress appropriately.¡± Yang Liu was stunned at first but then realized what he meant. With a whoosh, she pulled her clothes higher and defensively guarded her chest with her hands. Damn! That was close to a wardrobe malfunction! She quickly adjusted her clothes, buttoning them all the way up to the top, making sure she was completely covered. Humph! I dressed for the young madam to see, not for you. Chapter 232 - 232 232 The Empress is Flirting with Girls ?Chapter 232: Chapter 232: The Empress is Flirting with Girls Again Chapter 232: Chapter 232: The Empress is Flirting with Girls Again Yang Liu looked at Lu Hualiang discontentedly and wrapped herself tightly before she went out. Back in the secretary¡¯s office, she immediately tidied up her clothes. She checked herself in the mirror, luckily, her makeup hadn¡¯t smudged. Then she turned and went into the restroom to wash her hands. Watching her enter, the other lovely secretaries in the office immediately huddled together. Lu Hualiang¡¯s secretary team consisted of five beauties, and besides Yang Liu, the chief secretary, there were four others with distinct styles. At this moment, they were all gesturing towards the restroom door and whispering among themselves. ¡°Hey, did you all see what Secretary Yang is wearing today?¡± ¡°Saw it. She dressed like a vixen, definitely trying to seduce the Boss.¡± ¡°Tch, she usually manages us so strictly, telling us not to think about seducing the Boss; turns out she wants to be the first to get near the water to catch the moon¡­¡± The moment the restroom door opened, everyone promptly sat back at their desks with understanding. But the looks they exchanged were full of unwillingness. Using her power for personal advantage, huh. Yang Liu, with her keen ears and sharp eyes, glanced over these four women briefly and didn¡¯t say much. She returned to her seat. At the main entrance downstairs, employees passing by cast curious glances at Yang Li, who was waiting there for someone. Who has such clout to make the Special Assistant wait in person? Could there be some important client visiting the company today? But there was no notice from above. As everyone puzzled over this, a flashy sports car pulled up at the company¡¯s entrance. The car door opened, and a long leg clad in jeans stepped out. Then, a woman with a graceful figure got out of the car. S~ea??h the Nov§×l?ire.n(e)t website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Xia Weibao was wearing a white shirt paired with light-colored jeans that day, with the front hem knotted at the side. It was casual yet overflowed with a youthful vibe. Her soft long hair was piled into a high bun. Large sunglasses hid most of her face, adding a touch of coolness. Fair-skinned, beautiful with long legs, accompanied by a limited edition luxury car worth millions, it was an attention-grabber. The receptionist¡¯s mouth hung open slightly, her eyes turning into adoring stars, ¡°What a handsome woman!¡± Yang Li, who was just stepping out, ¡°¡­¡± Lady, remember your gender, you are a woman, a woman! Glancing at the sly arc of Xia Weibao¡¯s mouth, a subtle smile full of aggressive vibes. Yang Li suddenly worried for his master; this wife was too good at stirring up trouble! Master, your situation is perilous, you could be cheated on at any moment. Yang Li quickly approached, ¡°Miss Xia, the master has asked me to take you up.¡± Xia Weibao and Lu Hualiang¡¯s marriage was a secret, naturally, she couldn¡¯t be called Madam outside. ¡°Thanks.¡± Xia Weibao said as she followed him inside. As they passed the reception, Yang Li tapped on the desk. The receptionist, who was still mooning over Xia Weibao, finally snapped back to reality, ¡°Special Assistant Yang, how can I assist you?¡± While speaking, her gaze kept drifting towards Xia Weibao. Really so handsome. This aura, definitely a power top! Yang Li¡¯s face grew cold, you¡¯re courting death, crushing on the master¡¯s woman! ¡°In the future, when this lady comes over, she does not need an appointment, let her go straight in.¡± ¡°Sure, but could this lady take off her sunglasses? I need to confirm her face.¡± ¡°Recognize the chin.¡± Yang Li was displeased. The receptionist, ¡°¡­¡± Recognize the chin? If you have the skills, you do it, Special Assistant! Yang Li left those words behind and walked away with Xia Weibao. Xia Weibao turned her head back, placed two fingers on her red lips, and blew a kiss towards the receptionist. Lady, I¡¯ll come find you to play later. Chapter 233 - 233 233 The Empresss Imperial Harem is Very ?Chapter 233: Chapter 233: The Empress¡¯s Imperial Harem is Very Grand Chapter 233: Chapter 233: The Empress¡¯s Imperial Harem is Very Grand The receptionist¡¯s face was slightly flushed. With both hands covering her face, she looked irresistibly flirtatious. I didn¡¯t know who that lady was, she looked a bit familiar. Such a pity, I didn¡¯t see her face. ¡°Madam, you should be mindful of your status when you¡¯re outside, don¡¯t just go up to women and¡­ oh no, don¡¯t just flirt with women.¡± Inside the elevator, Yang Li earnestly advised. With his master being such a jealous type, if he had witnessed what just happened, it would have definitely turned into a tempest. The most depressing part was that his master wouldn¡¯t dare take his anger out on his wife, but instead, it all came down on their employees. Life was tough. Xia Weibao looked innocent, ¡°I wasn¡¯t flirting randomly.¡± She was serious about her flirting. The elevator doors opened, and Yang Li stepped out, then made a welcoming gesture towards Xia Weibao. Continuing with his nanny¡¯s worried heart, ¡°Madam, you¡¯re a woman, how can you like women?¡± ¡°Who told you I like women¡­¡± Xia Weibao had barely finished speaking when she caught sight of Yang Liu sitting sexily at the first desk inside the secretary¡¯s office. Her mouth opened slightly, wow! So beautiful! Then, as if her soul had been hooked, she left Yang Li behind and floated over towards Yang Liu. Oh, goddess, I have arrived! Yang Li, ¡°¡­¡± Who was it that said she didn¡¯t like women! Seeing Xia Weibao approaching, Yang Liu couldn¡¯t hide her delight and stood up immediately. ¡°Madam!¡± Xia Weibao was even more joyful, ran over with a big smile, her grin so wide her eyes almost disappeared, ¡°Secretary Yang, you¡¯re becoming more and more beautiful.¡± Getting praised by the goddess, Yang Liu was ecstatic to the point of flying. ¡°Madam, it¡¯s been quite a while since your last visit.¡± Her tone was laden with wistfulness, sounding like a neglected Concubine. Xia Weibao cleared her throat, ¡°Ahem, I¡¯ve been rather busy lately¡­¡± ¡°Madam, I¡¯ve got to tell you, a few days ago Qian Guoan came to the company, and I vented for you. I had someone beat him up and even splashed toilet water on his face.¡± ¡°That¡¯s amazing, Secretary Yang, you¡¯re so good to me.¡± S§×arch* The n?vel_Fire.¦Çet website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. After saying so, she went in for a bear hug. Watching the two women hugging each other, Yang Li, ¡°¡­¡± Turned his head away, unable to watch. Madam, you¡¯re here to see your lord, not to flirt with girls! The other beautiful secretaries in the office exchanged glances. Madam? Did the Big Boss get married? Yang Liu, hardly able to contain her excitement at the rare presence of the goddess, was eager to boast and show her loyalty. She grabbed a paper and pen, ¡°Madam, could you sign an autograph for me? I¡¯m a loyal fan of yours; I¡¯ve watched your dance and singing videos no less than a thousand times, and I¡¯m totally smitten.¡± Xia Weibao, ¡°¡­¡± No less than a thousand times?! Oh, goddess, are you serious? Just then, a little hand reached out and tugged at Yang Liu¡¯s clothes, ¡°Secretary Yang, this is¡­¡± Thump thump, the little secretary¡¯s heart raced. Could it be Xia Weibao? Because Yang Liu always watched Xia Weibao¡¯s ¡°Gentle as Water¡± video and recommended it to them, the entire secretarial pool had become fans of Xia Weibao. Yang Liu completely transformed into a little fangirl, ceaselessly promoting her idol to her office sisters, ¡°She is Baby.¡± Xia Weibao¡¯s expression changed, ¡°Secretary Yang¡­¡± Her identity was supposed to be a secret now! Yang Liu waved her hand grandly, ¡°It¡¯s fine, they¡¯re very tight-lipped.¡± A secretary has to be discreet! They must absolutely not reveal the boss¡¯s secrets! Xia Weibao then felt relieved, took off her sunglasses, and threw a charming look at the four beauties. ¡°Nice to meet you all for the first time, you little beauties.¡± ¡°Wow! It really is Baby, I want an autograph¡­¡± Yang Li stood frozen as he watched the secretary¡¯s office descend into chaos. Chapter 234 - 234 234 Next time lets also dress like this ?Chapter 234: Chapter 234: Next time let¡¯s also dress like this¡­ Chapter 234: Chapter 234: Next time let¡¯s also dress like this¡­ There was an inexplicable feeling of being a Dog Emperor showing favor to the three thousand beauties of the Imperial Harem. It must be an illusion, definitely an illusion. Watching the crazy fan event, Yang Li broke out in a cold sweat. If his boss were to see this scene, he reckoned these women would be spattered with blood on the spot! So he hurriedly pulled Xia Weibao aside, ¡°Madam, the master is waiting for you in the office.¡± Xia Weibao beamed, ¡°Hehe, it¡¯s okay, I¡¯ll just play here, so as not to disturb his work.¡± Yang Li, ¡°¡­¡± Believe me, the master would absolutely love for you to disturb him at work every day! He¡¯s even skipping meetings just to wait for you and has specially prepared snacks for you. ¡°The master has finished his work now, you should go in quickly.¡± ¡°Is he that idle?¡± Xia Weibao was a bit puzzled. She thought he was very busy, always bringing work home, making her wait until late to play games with him. Every night she had to run to his room. Yang Li, ¡°¡­¡± All the secretaries, ¡°¡­¡± Madam, you¡¯ve misunderstood, the Boss is only idle when he¡¯s with you. Without you, it¡¯s literally killing him. Xia Weibao wasn¡¯t interested in this, waving her hand dismissively, ¡°Then tell him to hurry up and finish today¡¯s tasks, so he doesn¡¯t start a video conference when he gets home.¡± After speaking, she was about to sneak off to the secretary¡¯s room when Yang Li grabbed her. ¡°Madam, you¡¯re a lady, how can you hang out with a bunch of women all day?¡± This remark infuriated Xia Weibao. S~ea??h the n?vel_Fire.¦Çet website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. ¡°If I don¡¯t hang out with women, am I supposed to hang out with a bunch of men?¡± Did she have the guts to do that! Back in her former life, the Dog Emperor kept such a tight leash on her. Forget men¡ªif she spoke two extra words to even an eunuch, he would become furiously jealous. She had no choice but to go to the Imperial Harem to tease the concubines. Although teasing the Concubines had severe consequences once he found out, it was still better than teasing men. Yang Li, ¡°¡­¡± He was left speechless. So Xia Weibao turned around and went into the secretary¡¯s room to chat with the beauties. All of a sudden, she noticed a group photo on Yang Liu¡¯s computer and was quite surprised. She had only met Yang Liu once and they had never taken a photo together. Yang Liu smiled sweetly, ¡°I photoshopped it.¡± ¡°Photoshopped?¡± Xia Weibao tried to recall what Photo manipulation was all about; it seemed like merging two different pictures together. However, the memories she received from her predecessor were somewhat limited, and she didn¡¯t know how to photoshop. Yang Liu, proud of her deed, pulled out her wallet with a photo she had photoshopped and printed out inside. ¡°Madam, do you like it?¡± The four other beautiful secretaries ground their teeth in secret. Secretary Yang was too cunning! Using this trick! If they knew earlier, they would have done the same. And seeing how much Madam liked to stick to Secretary Yang, could it be that outfit? Damn! Such deviousness! Using the seduction of clothing to entice the goddess! The secretaries exchanged glances, each seeing the same idea in each other¡¯s eyes¡ªthey would dress the same way next time¡­ Meanwhile, Her Majesty the Empress was completely unaware that her Imperial Harem had already started competing for favor. At that moment, all her attention was on the photo. This technology was truly amazing. Could she also take a picture of Lu Hualiang and photoshop it into the Dog Emperor? Why hadn¡¯t she thought of it before? She was a bit excited. That night, she would have Third Chicken help her photoshop a few pictures and then paste them in her room so she could see His Majesty. Thinking about it, she couldn¡¯t help feeling a bit bitter¡ªsomeone who had once been alive and with her could now only be seen in photos. She could no longer embrace his warmth. Chapter 235 - 235 235 Catching the Adulterer in the ?Chapter 235: Chapter 235: Catching the Adulterer in the Secretary¡¯s Office Chapter 235: Chapter 235: Catching the Adulterer in the Secretary¡¯s Office Just when she was feeling sentimental, a shocked cry came from outside. ¡°Young Madam!¡± Xia Weibao was startled by this excited voice, abruptly looked up, and saw a burly man with a rather fierce appearance rushing in. He stood in front of her, somewhat constrained. The tall and muscular man was now blushing, his hands fidgeting, unsure of where to put them. In the end, he scratched his head and chuckled sheepishly. Xia Weibao shuddered. Why did she feel a chill emanating from this man? And who was he? Yang Li rubbed his forehead in exasperation. Brother, you¡¯ve only just come back, why are you courting death again! ¡°Second Brother, you¡¯re back.¡± Yang Liu was very happy to see her second brother returning from Antarctica. ¡°Yeah, I¡¯ve just arrived.¡± Xia Weibao blinked, looking towards Yang Liu¡­ her chest. Then she asked, ¡°Secretary Yang, does your second brother know me?¡± Yang Jian then remembered he had not yet met Xia Weibao. So he introduced himself shyly, ¡°Yo¡­ Young Madam, I¡­ I am Yang Jian, Director Lu¡¯s head bodyguard, and also¡­ also your fa¡­ fan.¡± After speaking, his entire face turned red. Despite having a somewhat fierce appearance, his tone of speech was endearing. Xia Weibao wanted to laugh; he was clearly a pure-hearted boy. It was just that she wasn¡¯t very interested in men. So she smiled politely, without saying a word. Yang Jian thought she didn¡¯t like him and got a little nervous. ¡°Yo¡­ Young Madam, I¡­ I¡¯ve seen how you fight, so formidable, ca¡­ can you teach me a few moves?¡± Xia Weibao raised an eyebrow. Fight? That, she was good at. Sear?h the ¦Çov§×lFire .net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. But fighting was too crude, especially with so many beauties around; she wouldn¡¯t want to frighten them, not good. So she waved her hand, ¡°We can spar, but some other day.¡± Yang Liu¡¯s eyes sparkled, ¡°Let¡¯s do it today, Young Madam fighting is so cool, I watch that video every night before bed.¡± The beautiful secretaries behind her also looked forward with eager faces. ¡°Yeah, Young Madam, that kick you gave Jiang Ming was so cool!¡± ¡°Young Madam, show us a few moves right here.¡± ¡°Yeah, maybe some Anti-Wolf Technique, teach us a few self-defense moves.¡± Upon hearing this, the active gene within Xia Weibao started to stir, and her hands became itchy. ¡°Well, then, I¡¯ll teach you a few Anti-Wolf Technique moves.¡± Then she stood up, striking an extremely cool pose. In front of the beauties, fighting was also a part of showing off! ¡°Yang Jian, right? Reach out and attack my chest.¡± Such bold words made Yang Jian¡¯s face turn red. Attack her¡­ chest? ¡°Yeah, if you don¡¯t sneak attack me, how can I practice Anti-Wolf Technique?¡± Seeing the commotion inside, Yang Li covered his face. The world is so wonderful, why do you choose to court death! Brother, you¡¯ve only just returned, how come you haven¡¯t learned your lesson. Lu Hualiang had been waiting in his office for quite some time, left and right but Xia Weibao had not come in. He was getting impatient, so he called her, but no one answered. Therefore, he got up, planning to go out and check for himself. But as soon as he opened the door, he heard a raucous noise coming from the secretarial office. Making such a ruckus during work hours, what an unseemly conduct! With a frown and a stern face, he walked over. Only to see Xia Weibao grabbing Yang Jian¡¯s arm, then flipping him over her shoulder to the ground! She then briskly dusted off her hands, speaking very suavely, ¡°See, just flip like this.¡± Followed by a round of applause. Yang Jian got up, his face flush with excitement, ¡°Young Madam, you¡¯re so amazing, I really like you¡­¡± Chapter 236 - 236 236 The Correct Way to Make the Master ?Chapter 236: Chapter 236: The Correct Way to Make the Master Wear a Green Hat Chapter 236: Chapter 236: The Correct Way to Make the Master Wear a Green Hat ¡°I really like your agility,¡± Before she could finish her sentence, she felt a bone-chilling aura emanate from the doorway. Yang Jian instantly felt like a thorn was in his back! Crack crack, he twisted his neck with some stiffness. And there stood Lu Hualiang, coldly eyeing from the entrance. His piercing, frosty aura seemed to scream out from those eternally icy eyes, his murderous intent enveloping everything. Yang Jian shivered with fear and immediately straightened up, ¡°Master¡­ Master.¡± Lu Hualiang¡¯s face was icy cold, ¡°The shark feeder at the Pacific uninhabited island is sick, you¡¯re going to fill in for him.¡± Yang Li turned his head, covering his face, unable to bear watching. Poor guy, last time he was back from Africa for less than an hour before he went to Antarctica, this time it¡¯s even worse. From Antarctica back for less than half an hour and now off to feed sharks. Yang Li thought that in the future he should stop trying to bring this unreliable brother back. With his death-seeking IQ, he probably couldn¡¯t last a few minutes even if he did come back. After waiting a while and not seeing anyone else being punished, Yang Li couldn¡¯t help but feel surprised. He looked up towards the secretariat. There he saw Yang Liu, who had been sultry just a moment ago, had already buttoned up her clothes to the very top. Then she sat upright at her desk, back straight as a rod, hands on the keyboard, focusing intently on her work. The other four women who had been surrounding Weibao had also returned to their desks at some point, observing quietly and calmly. Sending files, doing research, contacting clients¡ªit was all in good order. Doing what they ought to do. Absolutely the epitome of model employees! You couldn¡¯t even tell they had been frenzied fans just moments ago! Sear?h the N?velFire.n§×t website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. The expression on Yang Li¡¯s face was almost like having seen a ghost! Damn! When did these five women get back to their seats! Truly flipping faces faster than flipping a book! Yang Liu, focusing on her work, quickly lifted her eyelids for a brief glance at Yang Li, a warning in her eyes. If you know what¡¯s good for you, don¡¯t talk nonsense, or you won¡¯t save face even for your own brother! With the influence these five women had in the company, it only took them one word, and there would be plenty of men willing to lay down their lives to take him out! Yang Li shuddered. Sister, am I not your brother anymore. But¡­ These women are just too damn smart! Look at them, look! This is how you properly cuckold your master. Now take a look at my second younger brother, a perfect example of what not to do. Yang Jian was nearly in tears, what had he done wrong! Master, I simply admire the young mistress and follow her as a fan, I¡¯m not trying to steal your wife, why are you doing this to me¡­ (er kang hand) ¡°Secretary Yang, arrange for a plane to send Yang Jian over immediately,¡± The Pacific uninhabited island isn¡¯t directly accessible by plane, so this was basically a private charter. But this also implied how desolate and haunted that place was. ¡°Yes.¡± Upon hearing Lu Hualiang¡¯s words, Yang Liu answered upright and straightforward. Not feeling guilty in the least. Second brother, don¡¯t blame me. If there¡¯s anyone to blame, it¡¯s you for lacking a brain. Not only do you not understand the master¡¯s possessiveness well enough, but you also aren¡¯t quick on the uptake! After Yang Jian was dragged away, Lu Hualiang¡¯s eyes, cold as thousand-year-old ice, shifted and fell on the bewildered face of Weibao. ¡°You, come with me.¡± Weibao blinked, reluctantly took one last look at her beloved concubines¡­ ah, wrong, her secretaries. Then she followed Lu Hualiang, looking back every three steps. Her continuous backward glances scared the likes of Yang Liu and the others into breaking out in a cold sweat. Young mistress, you¡¯re being too brazen, our affair is supposed to be clandestine! In front of the main wife, you need to be more discreet. Chapter 237 - 237 237 Asking for Equal Blessings of Rain and ?Chapter 237: Chapter 237: Asking for Equal Blessings of Rain and Dew Chapter 237: Chapter 237: Asking for Equal Blessings of Rain and Dew Especially when Lu Hualiang turned back with a sharp glare, it scared all the beautiful secretaries, causing them to break out in a cold sweat. Lu Hualiang withdrew his piercing gaze and turned to walk towards the CEO¡¯s office. It wasn¡¯t that he hadn¡¯t noticed the odd behavior of these women, but as of now, he hadn¡¯t realized his little wife was so bold and audacious! Actually fraternizing openly with his secretaries! Finally, after sending off the big boss, Yang Liu and the others heaved a sigh of relief. That was close, they almost got caught cheating! Following Lu Hualiang back to the office, Xia Weibao¡¯s attention was immediately captured by the snacks on the coffee table. She pounced on them as if seeing a beloved wife, but then felt a little embarrassed. So she walked over to the coffee table, her eyes sparkling with anticipation at the delicious treats. Then she smiled at Lu Hualiang. That look in her eyes¡­ How frustrating it is! He was still angry, yet in her eyes, he seemed less important than some trivial snacks! ¡°Eat them,¡± he said. sea??h th§× Novel?ire(.)ne*t website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. He waved his hand helplessly, what else could he say? ¡°Thank you, Director Lu,¡± Xia Weibao said sweetly, then sat down to pick through her favorite snacks. Seeing her in a good mood, Lu Hualiang¡¯s previously broody brows also inexplicably softened. ¡°What were you just doing?¡± he asked. With snacks in hand, the empress answered all questions cheerfully. ¡°Oh, nothing much, just teaching Yang Liu and the others some Anti-Wolf Technique,¡± she said. Lu Hualiang¡¯s eyes darkened, ¡°Was Yang Jian confessing to you?¡± Xia Weibao blinked, ¡°He¡¯s a fan of mine.¡± Lu Hualiang felt like he was about to cough up blood, suddenly thinking that marrying a celebrity wife was truly a sorrowful affair. ¡°So, do you like him?¡± he asked. ¡°I don¡¯t,¡± Xia Weibao replied without hesitation, as she still preferred Yang Liu and the other four pretty secretaries. Lu Hualiang¡¯s complexion finally improved a bit. Xia Weibao looked up, intending to ask why he had assigned Yang Jian to feed the sharks, but then thought it was Lu Corporation¡¯s business and it would be better not to meddle. So she obediently ate her snacks. And so, Yang Jian was sent away just like that. When they got home in the evening, Xia Weibao immediately contacted Third Chicken, asking her to help with editing photos. She then created a WeChat group, added Yang Liu, then asked Yang Liu to add the other four secretaries, chatting together. Today was a bit rushed, and she only managed to add Yang Liu on WeChat, not having enough time to add the other four. As the saying goes, three women make a market, and now with five of them, they could make up two markets, chatting endlessly. Director Lu was utterly ignored. After taking a bath, Director Lu picked up his phone and waited for Xia Weibao, but no matter how long he waited, she did not appear. Moreover, she didn¡¯t play the game tonight, which puzzled him. After waiting a bit longer, Lu Hualiang got up and knocked on Xia Weibao¡¯s door. Her Majesty the Empress, who was in the midst of an enjoyable chat, was disturbed and quite displeased. She opened the door but stood in the doorway, clearly not allowing him entry. ¡°Director Lu, is something the matter?¡± she asked. ¡°Aren¡¯t you playing the game tonight?¡± he asked. ¡°Not playing, I¡¯m tired and want to go to sleep early,¡± Xia Weibao replied, pretending to be very tired, then slammed the door shut and went back to gaming. Lu Hualiang, who was left standing outside the door, ¡°¡­¡± After closing the door, Xia Weibao felt that it wasn¡¯t very nice. He had, after all, played games with her for so long, and now that she had something new, to disregard the old seemed to make her seem fickle. No, she had to spread her attention equally. So Xia Weibao opened the door, and with a smile said to Lu Hualiang, ¡°Director Lu, I want to sleep early tonight, let¡¯s play tomorrow night, and also, your bed is very comfortable, thank you.¡± After that, she closed the door again. Chapter 238 - 238 238 The Assistant is a Beautiful Girl ?Chapter 238: Chapter 238: The Assistant is a Beautiful Girl Chapter 238: Chapter 238: The Assistant is a Beautiful Girl Once again rejected and left standing outside the door, Lu Hualiang, ¡°¡­¡± Suddenly, he felt that he was even less appealing than a bed¡­ He went back to his room with a bit of a headache. Had he known it would come to this, he should have taken the hint this morning and let her move back to the master bedroom. Now, things were looking bad, as it seemed the appeal of video games had diminished for her. It looked like he needed to come up with another plan. The next day at the set, Sister Tong arrived with Ruan Shushu. The moment Xia Weibao saw this little assistant, she almost drooled. So cute! Her round face carried a bit of baby fat, and her tender, blushing smile revealed two little canine teeth. Her slightly green face was tinged with shyness. Meeting Xia Weibao¡¯s bright gaze, the young girl grew bashful, hiding behind Sister Tong, not daring to come forward. Yet, she couldn¡¯t help but peek out and steal a glance at Xia Weibao. When their eyes met, her little face turned a deep red, and then she quickly hid again. This adorable action almost melted Her Majesty the Empress¡¯s heart. So darn cute, right? Seeing her daughter so shy, Sister Tong was somewhat helpless. ¡°Shushu, didn¡¯t you say that Baby is your idol? Now that you¡¯ve seen your idol, why won¡¯t you come out?¡± Only then did Ruan Shushu walk out awkwardly, with a shy smile. She took a quick glance at Xia Weibao, then swiftly dropped her head again. ¡°Baby¡­ Baby, I am your fan. I¡­ I really like your classical dance and the ancient style songs you sing.¡± Xia Weibao nodded and smiled lightly at her, ¡°Beautiful girl so fair, waiting for me in the city corner. Love without seeing, scratching my head in hesitation. Shushu, that¡¯s a lovely name.¡± Being praised by her idol, Ruan Shushu¡¯s cheeks flushed even more. Oh my god, she was really the assistant to her idol now, it felt like a dream. ¡°Baby, I still have two other artists to check on, so I¡¯m leaving Shushu in your care. Just tell her what to do if you need anything.¡± Sister Tong spoke apologetically. The agency was short-staffed right now, with only two managers to look after a dozen artists¡ªthey simply couldn¡¯t manage it all. Xia Weibao cheerfully waved her hand, dismissing any concerns, Just go, just go, leaving the beautiful girl behind is enough. After Sister Tong left, Xia Weibao immediately approached and sized Ruan Shushu up, making the young girl blush from the attention. A girl just having stepped out of school, she was overflowing with the essence of youth. Innocent and beautiful. Thinking about herself, even though she was also only twenty, she had experienced two lifetimes¡ªboth full of twists and turns. She was far from feeling young anymore. ¡°Shushu, you look so young.¡± Ruan Shushu¡¯s cheeks turned red, ¡°I am only a year younger than you¡­¡± At this point, Ruan Shushu felt a bit embarrassed. She was only a year younger than Xia Weibao, but Xia Weibao had already become a movie queen, no telling how much money she had made. And her, she was just a little girl fresh out of high school, with no experience of the world. Upon hearing her words, Xia Weibao was taken aback. It was only then that she remembered that at her age, she should also have been a college student. But she had debuted early, completing her high school curriculum by self-studying while juggling her acting commitments, hardly ever attending school. When it was time for the college entrance examination, she had been mad, in a mental hospital, and therefore missed it. If not for those episodes in her life, she would have been a college student now. Turns out, she had missed out on so much for the sake of her dream of stardom. ¡°Shushu, the college entrance exam¡­ Was it fun?¡± Ruan Shushu shook her head, ¡°Not at all, waking up early and reviewing late into the night every day. It was exhausting, especially the month waiting for the results, every day was so anxious.¡± ¡°Have your college entrance exam results come out?¡± S§×ar?h the N?velFire(.)net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Chapter 239 - 239 239 Another Stubborn Bronze ?Chapter 239: Chapter 239 Another Stubborn Bronze! Chapter 239: Chapter 239 Another Stubborn Bronze! ¡°Only two more days.¡± When this came up, Ruan Shushu¡¯s eyes sparkled with excitement, the results would be out in just two days. She was very confident in herself and certain she could get into the university of her dreams! Seeing her full of confidence, Xia Weibao also felt happy for her. She smiled, her eyes crinkling at the corners, ¡°So, will you play games while you¡¯re in school?¡± Ruan Shushu smiled shyly, ¡°I need to study, so there¡¯s no time to play.¡± Xia Weibao was somewhat disappointed, so she didn¡¯t play games after all. ¡°But¡­¡± Ruan Shushu suddenly changed the subject, ¡°I spent the entire vacation month cooped up at home gaming. My mom was afraid I¡¯d become addicted, which is why she let me be your assistant.¡± ¡°Then what game do you play?¡± ¡°King¡¯s Glory.¡± Her Majesty the Empress became excited, ¡°I love King¡¯s Glory too, what rank are you?¡± ¡°Starshine III.¡± Ruan Shushu was incredibly proud. She truly was a genius! Genius in studies, genius with the guqin, and even a genius in gaming! She had mastered it all within a month, reaching the rank of Starshine directly! Xia Weibao was even prouder than her, clapping her hands, ¡°That¡¯s amazing.¡± Being praised by her idol made Ruan Shushu even more bashful. ¡°Baby, what rank are you?¡± ¡°Bronze.¡± Ruan Shushu, ¡°¡­¡± ¡°You don¡¯t play ranked?¡± ¡°I do, but I can¡¯t seem to climb higher. How about you lend me your Starshine Account to play for a day?¡± The idol was the greatest, and it was her honor to have her idol play on her account! Thus, Ruan Shushu offered her account with hands clasped together as if in prayer. Then the next day, when she logged into her account again, staring at that obstinate Bronze rank, she suddenly felt like crying. ¡°I¡¯m sorry, I didn¡¯t mean for this to happen¡­¡± Xia Weibao felt awkward. She really hadn¡¯t expected things to turn out this way¡­ not in just one night. When she had been playing into the night, and saw her rank dropping, she freaked out and rushed to knock on Lu Hualiang¡¯s door. But that man, for some unknown reason, refused to pay her any attention. So, she had no choice but to try to raise her rank on her own, only to keep on losing¡­ Ruan Shushu¡¯s tears were flowing inwardly. What could she do? She couldn¡¯t possibly blame her idol. She then forced a smile, ¡°It¡¯s okay, I can climb back up.¡± Xia Weibao excitedly grabbed her hand, ¡°Shushu, you¡¯re so nice.¡± Way better than that stingy Leng Yan! Director Xu¡¯s set was ready, and Xia Weibao had to go film, while Ruan Shushu waved goodbye with a smile. She actually found this side of Xia Weibao quite approachable. On stage, Xia Weibao truly looked like a Fairy, so pure and unattainable, as if she didn¡¯t belong to this world. Being such a gaming disaster somehow made her more relatable. She found a secluded corner to play her game, urgently trying to rank up. Otherwise, if her classmates saw that after a month, she was still Bronze, how embarrassing! Just as she was about to log into the game, she heard the voices of two women behind her. ¡°Is everything arranged?¡± Sear?h the n??el Fire.n§×t website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. ¡°Don¡¯t worry, I¡¯ve bribed the stage crew to tamper with the props. When Xia Weibao is filming, the prop will fall from above and definitely kill that bitch!¡± ¡°Hmm, that Xia tramp dares to smear our goddess Siqian, she¡¯s asking for death!¡± ¡°Exactly, Siqian is so kind and pure, how could she ever do such things? It has to be Xia Weibao slandering her. We have to avenge Siqian!¡± ¡°Let¡¯s go now, otherwise, if Xia Weibao dies and they trace it back to us, it¡¯ll be the end¡­¡± Ruan Shushu covered her mouth with her hands, her eyes wide in shock, her breathing becoming rapid. Chapter 240 - 240 240 Make Way Make Way The Empress Is About ?Chapter 240: Chapter 240: Make Way, Make Way, The Empress Is About to Show Off Chapter 240: Chapter 240: Make Way, Make Way, The Empress Is About to Show Off Not until the voices grew distant and faded away did she dare to relax. Good heavens, someone wanted to harm Xia Weibao! Without bothering to chase after the two women, Ruan Shushu turned and ran towards the filming site. Today, Xia Weibao was shooting a fight scene where Li Qingcheng, disguised as a man, came back to seek vengeance. She had harmed the interests of too many people and was being pursued by assassins sent by the current Prime Minister. Trapped in an inn, she fought desperately against the assassins, alone. Xia Weibao was not only a good actor but also had a martial arts foundation; she never used a stunt double for fight scenes, always performing them herself. Xu Jiayang felt that she was born to be an action star. Whether it was her movements, strength, or positioning, her performance was always stunning. That¡¯s why, whenever she filmed a fight scene, he¡¯d set up several cameras to capture it from all angles. A camera was suspended from the ceiling beam, offering a bird¡¯s-eye view of her full scene when she was filming. ¡°Baby, when the assassin throws the sword at you later, spread your arms, lean your body back, and look upwards¡­¡± Xu Jiayang was explaining the scene to her, and Xia Weibao nodded in understanding. Got it, got it¡ªit¡¯s all about looking cool, right? However cool it needs to be. Everyone took their positions¡ªthe assassin in night clothes cornered Xia Weibao in the middle of the inn and threw a sword at her. Xia Weibao always remembered her key principle in filming¡ªno, actually, attracting girls¡ªno, her key principle was to look cool! She had plenty of experience with this. After all, back in the day, with three thousand beauties in the Imperial Harem, which one of them hadn¡¯t been smitten by her cool demeanor? So, in the moment the sword was thrown, she only cared about looking cool, completely disregarding Xu Jiayang¡¯s instructions. She reached out and grabbed the sword, then leaned back, bending her waist ninety degrees backward. Furthermore, for a thrilling visual effect, she deliberately let the sword graze her nose, standing up between her eyebrows and eyes. Her gaze was fierce, and her aura was murderous! This scene scared Xu Jiayang half to death. Although it was a prop, it could still be dangerous! To think she would attempt to grab it with her bare hands¡ªwas she out of her mind? Even though he had initially wanted to shoot it like that, considering her safety, he had decided to opt for a more cautious approach. But now, seeing Xia Weibao safely and firmly standing on one foot, She extended the other leg forward, her body and leg forming a straight line, parallel to the ground. Xu Jiayang abruptly stood up, wondering how she managed to perform such a demanding move. ¡°Get that on camera, quick!¡± The shot was too beautiful, and with no stunt double involved, it had to be captured in a close-up from every angle! Her Majesty the Empress also knew she looked very stylish in this pose. Several female artists on set were already starry-eyed. So, she didn¡¯t immediately stand up, instead maintaining the pose. ¡°Director Xu, get the wind machine and blow my clothes around¡ªI don¡¯t often get to show off like this, hurry up!¡± Xu Jiayang, ¡°¡­¡± Are you here to act or just to show off? And could you not talk nonsense? You¡¯ve ruined a perfect shot with just one sentence! Never mind, it¡¯ll be dubbed in post-production. Soon, the wind machine lifted her clothes, creating a dazzling scene. It must be said, with a good foundation, any shot can be turned into a work of art. ¡°Cut, that¡¯s a wrap for this segment¡ªget ready for the next scene.¡± As Xu Jiayang spoke, Xia Weibao prepared to stand up straight. Just then, the strap holding the camera overhead suddenly snapped, crashing straight toward her head. Xia Weibao squinted her eyes, thinking of dodging when someone shoved her hard, causing her to stagger forward. Right after that, a petite figure took her place and Ruan Shushu, who couldn¡¯t dodge in time, was struck in the head by the falling camera. sea??h th§× N?velFire(.)net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Chapter 241 - 241 241 The Empress’s Boyfriend’s Power ?Chapter 241: Chapter 241: The Empress¡¯s Boyfriend¡¯s Power Explodes! Chapter 241: Chapter 241: The Empress¡¯s Boyfriend¡¯s Power Explodes! When Xia Weibao looked back, Ruan Shushu had already sustained a head injury and passed out on the ground. She was startled and hurried over, picking up Ruan Shushu in her arms and racing toward the resting room. She ran so fast that she disappeared into thin air. The staff, including Xu Jiayang, who were scared by the accident and were hurrying to check the situation, all stopped dead in their tracks. Holy shit! Is this still a woman? Even though Ruan Shushu is not tall and is slim, she¡¯s still an adult! Xia Weibao, a woman, carried another woman and ran faster than a man! My God, how could these men stand it! And moreover, a princess carry¡­ Xia Weibao brought Ruan Shushu into the resting room, swept the cosmetics off the table with a sweep of her arm, and laid her down. She fished out a pack of silver needles from her bag and sealed Ruan Shushu¡¯s major acupoints. Then she applied ointment to her wound to stop the bleeding. She felt incredibly fortunate that she had retained the habit of carrying silver needles and some common medicines from her past as a doctor. Otherwise, she didn¡¯t know what she would have done today. After bandaging the wound, Xia Weibao then took Ruan Shushu¡¯s pulse. Although the pulse was a little weak, it wasn¡¯t anything serious, and she finally let out a sigh of relief. Standing by the table, looking at the girl who was still unconscious, Xia Weibao¡¯s lips were pressed firmly together. Her heart had already been hit by a storm. This was the first time since coming to this world that someone had risked their life in such a reckless manner for her. Moved, yet she also felt bewildered. She and Ruan Shushu had only met yesterday, and she had even swindled a Starshine account from her, so why did she rush forward to save her? Xia Weibao reached out, wanting to touch Ruan Shushu¡¯s hand, when at that moment, Ruan Shushu¡¯s hand twitched. Startled, she quickly withdrew her hand. She looked up to see the person who had been unconscious slowly opening her eyes. ¡°You¡¯re awake?¡± Xia Weibao was somewhat excited as she helped Ruan Shushu sit up. Seeing her, Ruan Shushu immediately became tense, ¡°Baby, are you hurt? Did you get injured?¡± The first thing she did upon waking was to worry about her safety, completely ignoring the injury she had suffered. Xia Weibao felt a pang in her heart. She quickly comforted the person in her panic, ¡°I¡¯m fine.¡± Ruan Shushu¡¯s shoulders then relaxed, and she raised her hand to touch her forehead, accidentally touching the bandage on her head. ¡°Don¡¯t move!¡± Xia Weibao startled, ¡°You could tear the wound.¡± Only then did Ruan Shushu remember that, in a moment of desperation earlier, she had pushed Xia Weibao away and got hit herself. ¡°It doesn¡¯t hurt.¡± Ruan Shushu grinned, showing her two small pointy canine teeth. ¡°I used an anesthetic, of course it doesn¡¯t hurt now, but tonight, you¡¯ll see.¡± Ruan Shushu¡¯s expression changed immediately, her little face crumpled in an instant, ¡°I¡¯m scared of pain¡­¡± ¡°You were still brave enough to run up earlier despite being scared of pain,¡± said Xia Weibao somewhat irritably. ¡°But, but I was worried about you, afraid you¡¯d get hurt.¡± ¡°I could have dodged it myself. Shushu, I don¡¯t want something like this to happen a second time!¡± Xia Weibao was serious. This kind of thing must be prevented! She¡¯s not the kind of frail woman who can¡¯t withstand a little wind. Forget about a camera, even if a car was coming at her, she could easily dodge it, okay. ¡°Did I cause you trouble¡­¡± When scolded, Ruan Shushu felt a little sorry; it seemed she had caused trouble for her idol¡­ Seeing her turn into a sorry little bun, Xia Weibao¡¯s heart melted. She was emanating bubbles of love all over. ¡°No, I¡¯m very happy.¡± Ruan Shushu¡¯s mood brightened, and she smiled radiantly. ¡°Shushu, why did you save me under those circumstances?¡± ¡°Because I like you.¡± S§×ar?h the ¦ÇovelFire.¦Çet website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Chapter 242 - 242 242 Disasters Root ?Chapter 242: Chapter 242 Disaster¡¯s Root Chapter 242: Chapter 242 Disaster¡¯s Root The sudden confession left Xia Weibao¡¯s face tinged with red. Oh my gosh, a cute girl said she likes me, how embarrassing. Ruan Shushu gazed at her with complete admiration, ¡°I¡¯m your number one fan, Baby, I really super like you. When I saw you perform the classical dance, I was truly amazed, so beautiful.¡± The more she spoke, the more excited Ruan Shushu became. Perhaps because she played the guqin, she had a special fondness for things with an ancient flair. A beauty like Xia Weibao, who exuded classical charm from head to toe, really hit the spot for her. Xia Weibao smiled and patted Ruan Shushu¡¯s head, ¡°Good, I¡¯ll dance for you in the future.¡± Besides ¡°Gentle as Water,¡± she could perform any other classical dance. ¡°Really?¡± Ruan Shushu smiled so happily. Suddenly, she felt that being hit was worth it. ¡°Take this ointment, apply it every three hours, it has an anesthetic effect.¡± ¡°Oh oh, wow, Baby actually gave me a gift.¡± Xia Weibao, ¡°¡­¡± Girl, it¡¯s just medicine, not a gift. Xu Jiayang hurried over and seeing that Lu Shushu was alright, he finally let out a sigh of relief. Xia Weibao¡¯s expression turned stern, ¡°Director Xu, the rope couldn¡¯t have snapped without reason.¡± Bringing up the matter, Xu Jiayang¡¯s face also became serious, ¡°I¡¯ll investigate.¡± Equipment failure resulting in personal injury was the crew¡¯s responsibility. Fortunately, there were no fatalities. ¡°Baby, it was two women, I just heard behind the big tree at the back of the storeroom, two women saying they had bribed a stagehand, they wanted to crush you to death, right, they are fans of Lin Siqian.¡± Xia Weibao¡¯s eyes widened, then filled with anger. That meant, this time it was completely her fault that Ruan Shushu got hurt! Xu Jiayang¡¯s face turned even uglier, he looked at Ruan Shushu, ¡°I will give you an explanation for this matter, and also, the medical expenses will be reimbursed by the production crew.¡± Xia Weibao immediately extended her hand. ¡°What?¡± Xu Jiayang was puzzled. ¡°Didn¡¯t you say you would reimburse the medical expenses? I treated her wound, give it to me.¡± Xu Jiayang, ¡°¡­¡± Stingy! S~ea??h the N?velFire(.)net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. It wasn¡¯t long before Sister Tong arrived. Seeing her daughter with a busted head, she burst into tears. Standing aside, Xia Weibao wore a look of apology, ¡°Sister Tong, I¡¯m sorry, I got Shushu into this.¡± Sister Tong wiped away her tears, looking at Xia Weibao with some reproach. She wanted to scold her, but since Ruan Shushu had explained everything and it wasn¡¯t Xia Weibao¡¯s fault, and considering Xia Weibao was her own artist, she didn¡¯t say anything. But her expression was very ugly. Only after Xia Weibao left did Sister Tong take Ruan Shushu¡¯s hand with a heavy heart. ¡°Shushu, why are you so silly.¡± Seeing her mother so upset, Ruan Shushu felt a bit heartbroken, ¡°I didn¡¯t think too much at the time, when I saw Baby in danger, I just rushed over.¡± Sister Tong was somewhat exasperated, ¡°You, why do you always think of others? Mom knows you¡¯re kind, but sometimes, a little selfishness is necessary. At least you shouldn¡¯t let yourself be hurt. ¡®Every man for himself and the devil take the hindmost¡¯ isn¡¯t entirely wrong, you know.¡± Ruan Shushu frowned, slightly disagreeing. But after all, it was her mother, and of course, she wouldn¡¯t argue. As one of Huaxia¡¯s most influential directors in the past, Xu Jiayang¡¯s competence was still commendable, and he quickly found out the identities of the two women. Both were unemployed drifters in society, fanatically supporting Lin Siqian. Seeing Lin Siqian get defamed, they blamed all their grievances on Xia Weibao. And the stagehand that helped them was the boyfriend of one of the women. Chapter 243 - 243 243 Someone Tried to Disrespect Her ?Chapter 243: Chapter 243: Someone Tried to Disrespect Her Majesty Hahaha Chapter 243: Chapter 243: Someone Tried to Disrespect Her Majesty Hahaha Late at night, in an inconspicuous rental room within the imperial city, two women sat nervously at the edge of a bed. Their taut bodies betrayed their tension. Before long, a knock sounded at the door, and one of the women hurried over to open it. Upon seeing a man standing at the doorway, she immediately pulled him inside and cautiously glanced outside. Assuring that no one was there, she finally closed the door. She began with trepidation, ¡°Ah Sheng, what happened? Is Xia Weibao dead?¡± The woman speaking was none other than Ah Yun, the mastermind behind the plot to crush Xia Weibao to death today, and Ah Sheng was her boyfriend. He was also the accomplice and a member of the stage crew. Ah Sheng shook his head, ¡°No, Xia Weibao was saved by her assistant; the object didn¡¯t hit her, but her assistant was knocked unconscious.¡± Ah Yun bit her teeth with hatred, ¡°Even that didn¡¯t kill her, she really has a big life!¡± The other woman, Xiao Juan, quickly approached with some worry, ¡°Was it discovered by anyone?¡± ¡°Director Xu suspects someone tampered with the equipment, and there was an inspection in the crew today, but they probably didn¡¯t find out it was us.¡± Ah Yun breathed a sigh of relief, ¡°This is such bad luck!¡± Ah Sheng patted her shoulder, ¡°This time it was Xia Weibao who got lucky, next time we¡¯ll plan more meticulously, and we won¡¯t fail!¡± All three glared with a somewhat sinister look, that bitch Xia Weibao! sea??h th§× N?velFire(.)net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Allure was such a good person, yet Bitch Xia dared to frame her! ¡°That¡¯s right, ¡®Allure¡¯ isn¡¯t finished filming yet, there will be plenty of opportunities in the future,¡± Ah Yun said viciously. However, Xiao Juan still seemed worried, ¡°Ah Sheng, are you absolutely sure we were not discovered?¡± Ah Sheng was utterly certain, ¡°No, otherwise I wouldn¡¯t have been able to come back today.¡± Just then, a cold breeze suddenly blew in through the open window. Cold and ominous, it lifted the white curtains. Subsequently, a voice as ethereal as a ghost¡¯s rang out inside the room, ¡°Because I intentionally let you return.¡± The ghostly voice made all three of them shudder. They all turned towards the window in unison. However, other than the curtains that were wildly flapping in the wind, not a shadow was seen. No one was there! Who had made that sound just now? The trio felt a chill down their spines at once. ¡°Are you looking for me?¡± Once again, they shivered, then turned in terror towards the source of the voice. There, sitting on the edge of the bed unnoticed until now, was someone. Xia Weibao! She was looking at them with a smile that was not quite a smile, and her gaze held a bone-chilling murderous intent. Ah Yun and Xiao Juan immediately shrank back behind Ah Sheng. ¡°You, you, you¡­ how did you get in here!¡± They lived on the seventh floor! The door hadn¡¯t been opened, how could this woman have gotten inside! Xia Weibao said airily, glancing at the window with a smile that was creepy and terrifying, ¡°I climbed up from below.¡± The two women were nearly scared out of their wits, trembling and hiding behind Ah Sheng. Ah Sheng was also panicked, his calves trembling. But in front of his girlfriend, he couldn¡¯t show fear. So he kept psyching himself up, ¡°Don¡¯t be scared, there are three of us, can¡¯t we take down one woman? She probably used a rope or ladder to climb up, there¡¯s no need to be scared.¡± The other two women, hearing this, thought it made sense. Certainly, Xia Weibao must have used some tools to climb up, otherwise how could she possibly have come up to the seventh floor! What tools she could have used to climb to the seventh floor, they didn¡¯t consider, nor did they dare think too deeply about it. Ah Sheng clenched his fists, his eyes showing a fierce light, ¡°I¡¯ll go grab her; you two help me.¡± After speaking, his expression turned somewhat lecherous. This woman was so beautiful, if she fell into his hands, heh heh¡­ Chapter 244 - 244 244 The Empress is too Fierce ?Chapter 244: Chapter 244: The Empress is too Fierce Chapter 244: Chapter 244: The Empress is too Fierce This vile expression filled Xia Weibao with disgust. As Ah Sheng charged at her, she lifted her foot and kicked him, sending him flying backward to crash onto the table opposite. Then he bounced back to the ground, rolling a couple of times and howling in pain. The other two women, seeing this ferocious kick, were so scared that their faces turned pale. Is this still a woman! Ah Sheng was a hefty man weighing over 150 kilograms and yet she managed to send him flying with a single kick! Especially when Xia Weibao cast a fierce glance their way, the two were so frightened that their legs went weak and they turned to flee. However, they had barely taken a step when they found themselves unable to move. Seeing the two frozen in their escape posture, Ah Sheng thought he saw the devil; forgetting to wail, he scrambled to get away as fast as he could. But unexpectedly, something struck his neck, and then he too was immobilized. Xia Weibao dusted off her hands, then walked over to Ah Sheng, gazing down at him imposingly. ¡°You¡¯re quite bold to dare hurt my people.¡± Ah Sheng¡¯s face was filled with terror. He tried to speak but couldn¡¯t make a sound. This only intensified the terror in his heart¡ªwhat kind of monster was this woman! Xia Weibao reflected for a moment that she was living in a civilized society and she ought to be a civilized person, rejecting all violent actions. So instead of beating them to death, she merely gave them a severe thrashing, then tied them up, stuffed them into big sacks, and carried them away. After arriving at the back of Lu Corporation, Xia Weibao first made a call to have Third Chicken hack and blackout all the nearby surveillance cameras. She then grabbed Ah Sheng by the collar with a somewhat nasty smile, ¡°You know, I am a public figure, and I¡¯m very gentle in front of outsiders. If today¡¯s events got out, it could seriously damage my image¡­¡± The three, whose acupoints had been unsealed, were dumbfounded. Damn it, if you can do something like kidnapping, what image is there to speak of! However, facing Xia Weibao¡¯s menacing gaze, the three of them, caring about their lives, assured her, ¡°We definitely won¡¯t breathe a word of this.¡± Ah Yun lowered her head, her eyes showing a trace of ruthlessness. Xia Weibao, just you wait! Xia Weibao was very satisfied with their response, ¡°You¡¯re wise to see that.¡± She then pulled out three black pills and, before they could react, shoved them into their mouths. ¡°Cough cough cough, Xia Weibao, what have you fed us!¡± Xia Weibao dusted off her hands, ¡°Why make such a fuss, it¡¯s just a poison that makes you obedient, don¡¯t worry, as long as you don¡¯t talk, the poison won¡¯t take effect.¡± After speaking, she sealed their acupoints again, finding their voices quite annoying. To make the threat even more effective, Xia Weibao tied them to her back, then climbed directly to the rooftop from the rear of Lu Corporation. Watching someone scale the building with their bare hands, Ah Sheng and his partners turned ashen with fear. They had never seen a woman so terrifying! S§×arch* The NovelFire.net* website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. This had clearly surpassed the bounds of normal human capability. They wanted to scream, but could produce no sound at all. They wanted to escape, but their bodies were fixed in place, unable to move. In the end, they could only watch in horror as their bodies were bound and then hung from the rooftop. After all was done, Xia Weibao then clapped her hands with satisfaction. Standing on the rooftop, she shouted down, ¡°If a word of today¡¯s events are leaked, you won¡¯t be able to bear the consequences!¡± Having said that, she leaped down from the rooftop in a single bound. This horrifying scene knocked the three of them unconscious with fright. Chapter 245 - 245 245 Director Lu is Finally Unleashing His ?Chapter 245: Chapter 245: Director Lu is Finally Unleashing His Beastly Nature Chapter 245: Chapter 245: Director Lu is Finally Unleashing His Beastly Nature When she came home, Lu Hualiang caught her red-handed. At that moment, Lu Hualiang was sitting grandly in the living room, looking in quite a foul mood. ¡°Where have you been?¡± Xia Weibao glanced at him expressionlessly, not understanding why this man had his face all clouded over again, ¡°Went out for fun.¡± ¡°Fun?¡± Lu Hualiang¡¯s smile was scornful, ¡°Look at the time now.¡± ¡°It¡¯s only half past twelve.¡± Xia Weibao felt somewhat guilty. It wasn¡¯t her fault, after all, you can¡¯t teach someone a lesson in broad daylight, can you? Which meant she had to sneak out at night. Lu Hualiang¡¯s expression grew even more overcast¡ªshe, a woman, not coming home in the dead of night! ¡°From now on, you must be home before twelve!¡± Lu Hualiang said this, then felt it wasn¡¯t quite right. Twelve was too late. ¡°Eight o¡¯clock, you must be home before eight o¡¯clock.¡± ¡°Why?¡± Xia Weibao¡¯s face immediately darkened. The Dog Emperor managing her was one thing, but now it was just someone who looked the same trying to control her too! ¡°These are the rules of the Lu Family. As the Young Madam of the Lu Family, you must abide by them!¡± ¡°When did I ever know of such a family rule?¡± Lu Hualiang snorted coldly. There was no such rule before, but there was now. Xia Weibao didn¡¯t argue with him. She was about to get divorced anyway. Once she regained her freedom, the sky would be vast and the birds would soar¡ªno one would be able to control her! ¡°Got it.¡± She said disinterestedly and turned to head upstairs. This utter disregard for him, as if he wasn¡¯t even in her eyes, really got under Lu Hualiang¡¯s skin. Just as he was about to explode in anger, he saw Xia Weibao stop in her tracks, ¡°Director Lu, do you still owe people a feeding to the sharks?¡± ¡°What¡¯s that got to do with you?¡± ¡°I¡¯ll give you three people.¡± ¡°What people?¡± Lu Hualiang was utterly perplexed. ¡°You¡¯ll know tomorrow. I¡¯m going to take a shower, I¡¯m exhausted.¡± Saying this, she twisted her neck and then headed upstairs. Lu Hualiang¡¯s attention was suddenly riveted. She was going to take a shower¡­ A moment later, as he unlocked the door of the guest room with his keys, he heard the sound of rushing water from the bathroom, and it seemed to be mixed with a girl¡¯s lively singing. He stood in the center of the room, staring at that door, his Adam¡¯s apple bobbing twice, his body instantly tensing. The thought of her taking a shower made his mouth go dry and his tongue feel parched. He then realized¡­ his body had started to react¡­ sea??h th§× N?velFire(.)net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Lu Hualiang, ¡°¡­¡± Since when was his self-control so poor? When Xia Weibao got out of the shower, she saw Lu Hualiang standing still as a statue in her room, which scared her so much that she dropped her towel! ¡°Director Lu, what are you doing here!¡± She was sure she had locked the door! Her gaze fell on his hand, which was holding a key. Xia Weibao, ¡°¡­¡± She suddenly felt that it was very unsafe living here¡­ Lu Hualiang¡¯s gaze was locked tightly on her body. Having just bathed, she wore a very loose bathrobe, revealing her slender neck, her sexy collarbone, the neckline continued downwards¡­ What was underneath was enticingly vague, damnably seductive! Especially since she had just washed her hair and hadn¡¯t dried it yet, the way she was rubbing her hair with the towel was just too enticing. Lu Hualiang¡¯s body was tense, his mind in turmoil. ¡°Director Lu, Director Lu?¡± Seeing him as if he had lost his mind, Xia Weibao was further puzzled. She looked down at her clothes¡ªperfectly normal. Apart from her legs, nothing was exposed. What was this man looking at? She lifted her leg¡ªno wardrobe malfunction, all normal. But this movement, oh no! Lu Hualiang¡¯s eyes, fixed on her long legs, began to emit a wolfish gleam. Such beautiful legs, if they were wrapped around his waist¡­ Thinking this, his body uncontrollably moved toward her¡­ Chapter 246 - 246 246 Director Lus Power Spoiling His Wife ?Chapter 246: Chapter 246: Director Lu¡¯s Power Spoiling His Wife Chapter 246: Chapter 246: Director Lu¡¯s Power Spoiling His Wife The eyes emitting a green glow made Xia Weibao¡¯s heart shiver. She was all too familiar with that look! Whenever the Dog Emperor saw her, his eyes turned green, and then he would drag her to serve him in his bedchamber. Just thinking about that life of never leaving the bed made her scalp tingle. Her grip on the towel tightened, and her eyes turned icy as she stared at Lu Hualiang. If he dared to touch her, she would make sure he regretted it! Lu Hualiang approached her, reached out his hand, and directly wrapped it around her waist, pulling her into his embrace. Xia Weibao was startled by his speed! Her eyes darkened, and her reaction was swift, as her hand quickly reached out to grasp his wrist. But unexpectedly, he deflected her strength! Xia Weibao¡¯s eyes dropped out of shock, impossible! Back in the day, she possessed the strength of the Martial Arts Alliance Hierarch! Even though her abilities had decreased somewhat after time-traveling into this body, she was still not someone a modern person could handle! She bent her knee and aimed it fiercely at his lower body. She would make a eunuch of the bastard! Yet, as if Lu Hualiang had anticipated her move, his other hand reached down and effortlessly caught her knee. While stopping her movement, the hand that was wrapped around her waist tightened, bringing her entire body crashing into his chest. Her soft, delicate body, carrying the scent of her bath, felt incredibly comfortable to hold, and it even made his heart tremble. He lowered his head, and his gaze landed on her crimson lips. Irritated, she pursed her lips slightly, which only made them more tempting. He really wanted to just kiss her¡­ Realizing his intentions, Xia Weibao felt both angry and anxious, her fingers forming a palm, as she gathered Inner Strength in her hand and sent it blasting toward Lu Hualiang¡¯s chest! How dare he take liberties with Her Majesty! She¡¯d give him a lesson if he thought she was a sick cat! S§×ar?h the N?vel(F)ire.n§×t website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Feeling the unusual force behind her palm, Lu Hualiang¡¯s eyes narrowed slightly. Just as Xia Weibao¡¯s palm was about to hit him, it was intercepted by a large hand. Staring at the hand that held her wrist, Xia Weibao¡¯s eyes dropped out of shock again! How could this be! She had used Inner Strength in that palm! How could a normal person possibly catch it! However, no matter how much she refused to believe it, her hand was indeed firmly caught by Lu Hualiang. What¡¯s more, Lu Hualiang¡¯s thumb was gently rubbing her pale, tender wrist. What did this mean¡­ F**k! She had been molested! Xia Weibao, in a panic, raised her leg to kick at him again. Lu Hualiang¡¯s jawline tensed, and his lips formed a straight line. The hand at her waist tightened, but ultimately he let go. Taking a step back, he pretended to be pushed away by her. Women are to be cherished, not fought with. If she was unwilling, he would not force her. Having just been taken advantage of, Her Majesty the Empress, furious, lunged at Lu Hualiang and slapped him across the face. Lu Hualiang, ¡°¡­¡± ¡°Why did you hit me again?¡± ¡°Pervert!¡± Lu Hualiang felt bitter inside, his own wife. Not being able to sleep with her was one thing, but getting called a pervert for just a hug? And on top of that, she slapped him. But, he touched his face. A slap for a hug, it seemed a fair trade¡­ However, Director Lu, who cared about face, had to put on a show of dignity. So he said icily, ¡°You are my wife!¡± ¡°Director Lu, just a reminder, our marriage is a sham.¡± ¡°Do I need to show you the marriage certificate to prove its authenticity?¡± Lu Hualiang scoffed. Xia Weibao¡¯s smile was even colder, ¡°Do I need to show you the divorce agreement to have a look?¡± Smooch! A sorrowful arrow pierced Director Lu¡¯s heart, and he lost this round miserably! Chapter 247 - 247 247 Your Highness come quickly theres a ?Chapter 247: Chapter 247: Your Highness, come quickly, there¡¯s a big secret! Chapter 247: Chapter 247: Your Highness, come quickly, there¡¯s a big secret! But Director Lu also had the spirit of Xiao Qiang. ¡°Take it, do you have the divorce agreement in your hand? Can you produce it?¡± There was only one copy of the divorce agreement, and he had torn it up. Thinking about a divorce? Don¡¯t even think about it in your next life! Xia Weibao choked for a moment, her eyebrows furrowing like caterpillars. So cunning! If only she hadn¡¯t been so naive and kept a copy for herself! ¡°Pfft, even if I don¡¯t have it on me, so what, I signed it anyway. Just wait for a year, and then, hmph, we¡¯ll divorce!¡± Lu Hualiang laughed with an ambiguous intent. He was actually kind of looking forward to seeing her unable to divorce and hopping mad after a year had passed. ¡°Director Lu, what exactly do you want to do coming to my room?¡± The conversation returned to the original question, and Lu Hualiang¡¯s expression turned a bit awkward. He couldn¡¯t exactly say that he wanted her, so he sneaked in himself, could he? So he said with all seriousness, ¡°I¡¯m picky about beds; I swapped beds with you because it was uncomfortable to sleep on.¡± Xia Weibao felt stuck, and it was extremely uncomfortable. If she had known before, she wouldn¡¯t have switched beds. Not only had she failed to move back into the master bedroom, but now she was shooting herself in the foot! ¡°Then move it back, it¡¯s so hard to sleep on, not comfortable at all.¡± Lu Hualiang, ¡°¡­¡± Who was it that insisted his bed was big and comfortable and insisted on switching? ¡°Quickly, quickly, switch it back so I can go back to sleep,¡± Weibao demanded. Xia Weibao directly called Housekeeper Fu to switch the beds back that very night. Then she went to take a bath, feeling thoroughly lost since she¡¯d been held by someone other than the Dog Emperor tonight. Lucky for her, the Dog Emperor wasn¡¯t around, or else she would have been in a real mess. However¡­ Xia Weibao looked at her hands; she had used her Inner Strength tonight, so why couldn¡¯t she overpower Lu Hualiang? Could it be that her Inner Strength had disappeared? Frightened by the thought, she immediately ran to the garage, prying off several license plates and smashing two cars, then ran to the garden to push over two trees. Only after confirming that her Inner Strength was still there did she relax. In this strange Another World, where she was alone, Inner Strength was her greatest reliance. If she had lost her Inner Strength, who would protect her? sea??h th§× Novel?ire(.)ne*t website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Xia Weibao felt she needed to practice her skills more diligently. Inner Strength was a cheat code; what if it one day really disappeared? So, she still needed genuine learning and skill. Lucky that she had practiced martial arts before, remember all the moves. Although this body was somewhat lacking, it had great potential for improvement. After she left, Lu Hualiang stepped out from the shadows. Standing in front of the two smashed cars, his gaze was grave. This Xia Weibao¡­ She could no longer be said to be a normal person. Yet, he had scoured through her data from childhood to adulthood over and over, finding nothing abnormal. He certainly couldn¡¯t just capture her for research, could he? How could he bear to do that? He would rather be the subject of research himself than subject her to it. Walking up to a luxury car, Lu Hualiang reached out, grabbed the emblem, and tugged, but it didn¡¯t budge. He clenched his fist and smashed it hard against the car door! The car body shuddered slightly, leaving an inconspicuous dent. Turning his head, he glanced at the car Xia Weibao had smashed; the imprint of her fists, palms, and feet was clearly visible. Withdrawing his gaze, Lu Hualiang¡¯s eyes darkened. After a while, his expression slightly tense, he slowly reached out again and grabbed the same license plate. He increased the strength in his hands, and even the air around them seemed unable to contain the immense pressure, becoming agitated and swirling chaotically. Then, that license plate was forcibly pried off by him! If Her Majesty the Empress had been there at that moment, she would have been utterly astounded! Wasn¡¯t this her Inner Strength? Why did it appear in a modern man! Chapter 248 - 248 248 Kissed Sweet ?Chapter 248: Chapter 248: Kissed, Sweet Chapter 248: Chapter 248: Kissed, Sweet Looking at the car plate in his hand, Lu Hualiang furrowed his brows deeply. After staring at it for a few seconds, he casually tossed it aside and then called Housekeeper Fu. Take the car in for repairs tomorrow. The car is worth tens of millions; having money doesn¡¯t mean wasting it like that. Save where you can, after all, keeping a spendthrift wife isn¡¯t easy. Housekeeper Fu, tasked with this mission, was refusing! Heaven knows how awkward it would be to bring such a strangely shaped car in for repair and endure the stares as if it were a monster! However, as the master¡¯s command must be obeyed, even if on his knees, who asked him to have a strange Jia¡¯s missus. S§×ar?h the Novel?ire(.)ne*t website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. When Xia Weibao got up the next day, her face was frosty throughout, and her gaze on Lu Hualiang seemed as if she had been wronged the night before. Lu Hualiang dined with elegance, noticing her sharp gaze, he even looked up and called out amicably, ¡°Wife.¡± Xia Weibao slammed the table and pointed angrily at him, ¡°Who are you calling wife!¡± Lu Hualiang, unruffled, ¡°Am I not allowed to call you that? I wanted to ask what time you¡¯ll be back tonight so I could take you for ranked matches.¡± Ranked matches?!!! Her Majesty the Empress felt her heart begin to flutter. Lu Hualiang had taken her for a few matches and they were always pairings, was he finally going to take her to King¡¯s rank? She was suddenly excited¡ªwhat to do! But having just been furious, and with her hand still pointing at his nose, wouldn¡¯t she be slapping her own face if she showed eagerness now? So, Her Majesty the Empress pretended to generously forgive him, posing with an air of grace. Gathering her hand back elegantly, she said, ¡°I might give you a chance to make amends.¡± The corner of Lu Hualiang¡¯s mouth curved slightly, keep pretending, just keep on. In the past, he really disliked women, especially those who moved into his territory under the guise of being the lady of the house. Now he had found that, actually, keeping a little wildcat of a woman and pampering her every day was not too bad either. ¡°I¡¯m done eating, bye-bye.¡± Xia Weibao put down her cutlery and stood up to leave. Lu Hualiang also stood up, striding quickly to catch up with her. He wrapped an arm around her waist, and before she could react, lowered his head swiftly and pecked her on the lips. A dragonfly skimming the water, touching lightly and parting instantly. The unexpected boldness left Her Majesty the Empress as a stunned statue. That feeling, so familiar¡­ In the past, Dog Emperor often did this, pecking her on the lips on a whim. It made her blush and her heartbeat race. Now, that sensation was back, not just the pressure of his kiss, but also the feel of his lips and the uncontrollable frequency of her heartbeat were all exactly the same¡­ Seeing her so shocked she didn¡¯t know how to react, Lu Hualiang¡¯s lips curved in pleasure. ¡°Wife, see you tonight.¡± With that, he walked away with light steps. Behind him, Xia Weibao, having recovered, immediately picked up a vase that was nearby and marched towards him. Her arm lifted high, ready to smash it down on Lu Hualiang¡¯s head! ¡°Ranked matches.¡± With those two light words dropped, Her Majesty the Empress¡¯s resolve was grazed to nothing! Clutching the vase, it was just because she saw it was dirty and wanted to clean it; she definitely wasn¡¯t intending to smash it over Mr. Lu¡¯s head! Awoo! She so wanted revenge, but she wanted to reach King¡¯s rank even more, sniff sniff. Placing the vase back in its original spot, Xia Weibao followed after him. Just thinking about playing games all night and then having to drag herself back to the guest room to sleep filled her with misery. Ah, if only she could move back into the master bedroom. But having moved out with such dignity before, to return looking eager and willing would be so embarrassing. Was there a way she could move back in with her dignity intact? What if she pretended to be sick? Chapter 249 - 249 249 Defeat the Vixen ?Chapter 249: Chapter 249: Defeat the Vixen! Chapter 249: Chapter 249: Defeat the Vixen! Then, Lu Hualiang personally took care of her, which naturally paved the way for her to move back in. The more she thought about it, the more feasible the method seemed. Her Majesty the Empress clenched her fist, she would pretend to be sick tonight! Hoping to take over the master bedroom in one fell swoop! Upon arriving at the parking lot, Lu Hualiang was originally going to drive Xia Weibao, but Her Majesty the Empress liked to drive fast, so she drove off on her own. Lu Hualiang shook his head as he was driving out, he received a call from Lu Huashan. He raised an eyebrow, quite the rarity, this girl actually remembered she had a brother like him. How long had it been since they¡¯d last been in contact? She wouldn¡¯t even let him have someone keep an eye on her. He had heard she wasn¡¯t going to the set anymore and was doing something in secret, but he had no idea what. ¡°Bro, do you miss me?¡± Lu Huashan sounded a bit breathless. Lu Hualiang frowned, ¡°What are you doing?¡± ¡°Just finished running. I¡¯m on a diet.¡± The words ¡°on a diet¡± were like a needle piercing Lu Hualiang¡¯s heart. He had been a bit angry with his sister just now, but now all he felt was guilt. She had been subjected to far too many strange looks since she was young. He had searched everywhere for famous doctors, but none could cure her obesity. ¡°Hmm, do it in moderation, don¡¯t overwork yourself,¡± His tone softened, filled with a touch of tenderness. ¡°I know, I¡¯ll be careful,¡± said Lu Huashan. As Lu Huashan looked at her body, which had already slimmed down, her smile grew wider, ¡°Bro, I want to move into Lu Garden in a few days. Prepare a room for me.¡± ¡°You want to move in?¡± Lu Hualiang was somewhat surprised. Was this the sun rising from the west? In the past, she wouldn¡¯t even consider moving in, let alone seeing him at all. Because of her inferiority complex. Though born from the same parents, they were as different as night and day. He was also aware that his looks could be a trigger for her, so whenever she didn¡¯t want to see him, he never insisted. ¡°Yeah, what, you¡¯re not welcoming me?¡± Lu Huashan asked with a smile that was not quite a smile. She was only joking, after all. Her brother was a sister-complex guy; he used to wish she would move in. Now that she was suggesting it herself, he must be overjoyed. Thinking about having such a good brother made Lu Huashan secretly thrilled. However, she waited and waited but got no reply from Lu Hualiang. Lu Huashan, ¡°¡­¡± ¡°Bro? Shocked into silence?¡± ¡°No,¡± Lu Hualiang¡¯s calm voice came through, somewhat hesitant, ¡°Hua Shan, why do you suddenly want to move to Lu Garden¡­¡± In the past, he wanted her to move in to take care of her more easily. But now, there was someone else in the house. And it seemed that Xia Weibao and Lu Huashan didn¡¯t quite get along. If she moved in, would she pick on Xia Weibao? One was his wife, the other his sister. If they fought, whom would he side with? His hesitation, heard by Lu Huashan, immediately changed her expression. ¡°What do you mean, brother, you don¡¯t welcome me to move in? Is it because of that vixen!¡± Lu Hualiang¡¯s face turned cold, ¡°Hua Shan! Watch your language, she¡¯s your sister-in-law!¡± ¡°You¡¯re actually yelling at me for her!¡± Lu Huashan felt she had fallen out of favor, her brother had been bewitched by a vixen. Lu Hualiang had a headache. See, they hadn¡¯t even met yet, and they were already at odds; how could he dare let these two women live together. S§×ar?h the N?vel?ire.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. But, after all, she was his biological sister, so he couldn¡¯t just not let her come over. ¡°I¡¯ll have Housekeeper Fu prepare your room tonight. You haven¡¯t answered my question, why do you suddenly want to move in.¡± Lu Huashan sneered, of course she was moving in to defeat the vixen! Who had bewitched her brother so completely, he couldn¡¯t even recognize his own sister? Definitely not someone with good intentions! Once she had driven the vixen away, she would make Xia Weibao her sister-in-law! Chapter 250 - 250 250 Two Mad Dogs Fighting ?Chapter 250: Chapter 250 Two Mad Dogs Fighting Chapter 250: Chapter 250 Two Mad Dogs Fighting Lu Huashan looked down at her waist that had slimmed down to a size 28. She now weighed 98 pounds, but still needed to shed a few more pounds, and then shape up a bit. All thanks to the Baby Goddess! Such an outstanding woman¡ªif she couldn¡¯t be her sister-in-law, she would regret it for life. She touched her own face, thinking how beautiful she had become after losing weight. She believed that, looking across the entire entertainment industry, probably only her beloved goddess could surpass her in beauty. Sear?h the N?vel?ire.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Lu Huashan¡¯s smile was wicked as she thought about how her beauty would shame that vixen, haha. Just thinking about it made her giddy with delight. Stop, stop, she shouldn¡¯t think about it¡ªher head was getting carried away as soon as she started. She cleared her throat and made up an excuse to fool her own brother, ¡°I missed you, that¡¯s why.¡± Lu Hualiang, ¡°¡­¡± He¡¯d believe her when pigs fly! ¡°Brother, do you really not welcome me?¡± Lu Huashan clenched her fists, ready to tattle on him if he dared to say yes! After all, she was someone blessed with the ¡®most beloved daughter¡¯ bug by dear mother! ¡°It¡¯s not that¡­¡± He was just thinking, one more person in the house would disrupt his alone time with Xia Weibao. Besides, he hadn¡¯t even won Xia Weibao over yet. If a disruptive sister came along, how many years and months would it take before he could successfully woo his wife? ¡°Smart of you to recognize that!¡± Lu Huashan said triumphantly. ¡°Brother, let me tell you, my goddess is really, really, really amazing. If you don¡¯t marry her, you¡¯d be suffering a tremendous loss¡­¡± Sister Shanshan, the little fan, started her sales pitch again for the goddess, speaking non-stop, almost exalting Xia Weibao to the heavens! Lu Hualiang felt a headache coming on. Before, she was just an idol, and in less than a month, the title had upgraded to goddess. What woman had the power to tame the proud Lu Huashan? Suddenly, the voices of men arguing came from the phone, and there were two of them! Lu Hualiang¡¯s expression changed, ¡°Hua Shan, why are there men fighting on your end?¡± Even if his sister became as fat as a blimp, she was still the best, and any man who dared to covet his sister would be shown no mercy! Lu Huashan looked up and saw Xiang Chu and Hepburn beside her, fighting like mad dogs over a prescription. She rolled her eyes to the sky. Just when she thought Xiang Chu was crazy enough, drooling over her weight loss prescription every day, an even bigger psycho showed up a few days ago! Hepburn, whom she recognized as the doctor who had treated her before, a famous international doctor, a medical prodigy. But it was no use. He even said her obesity was incurable, that she would only get fatter until she died from it. Now, seeing her slimmed down to a bolt of lightning, the outcome was predictable. He picked a fight with Xiang Chu on the spot, accusing him of keeping the prescription to himself and all that jazz. She didn¡¯t understand the world of psychos¡ªafter all, she was a normal person. All she knew was that whenever these two met, they¡¯d fight, having tangled in brawls for days, pulling hair, scratching faces, biting necks, using sticks, sitting on each other¡ªevery fighting tactic imaginable. All over a single prescription. However, this also proved her goddess¡¯s prowess! The medical prodigy Hepburn had admitted defeat at her feet¡­ oh no, her medical skills! Sister Shan felt incredibly proud and was now even more determined to beat the vixen and bring the goddess home as her sister-in-law! She clenched her fists, her little universe ablaze with fiery determination. ¡°It¡¯s nothing, just a couple of crazies fighting. Brother, remember to clean up my room for me, hanging up now.¡± She needed to watch more palace intrigues during these few days, determined to take that vixen down! Chapter 251 - 251 251 The Collapse of the Empresss Image ?Chapter 251: Chapter 251: The Collapse of the Empress¡¯s Image Chapter 251: Chapter 251: The Collapse of the Empress¡¯s Image On the film set, today¡¯s shooting schedule was very tight, and Xia Weibao started immediately upon her arrival. The first scene had Li Qingcheng accompanying His Majesty on a hunting trip and encountering an assassination attempt; she found herself alone with His Majesty, and then, with her own strength, protected him to gain his trust. The most impressive shot being filmed at that moment was after she had taken down a dozen assassins and stood on the back of her horse with one leg, while using the other to pin an assassin against a tree. It was extremely difficult but also incredibly cool. Her Majesty the Empress was immensely satisfied with this pose, and the adoring gaze from the girls below was so loving. However, just at that moment, she suddenly sneezed! Then, startled the horse on the ground below, which ran off. Irretrievable! As one can imagine, Her Majesty the Empress fell from her majestic perch in a very cool manner. And with her head towards the ground¡­ That wasn¡¯t the end of it. In preparation for feigning illness that evening, she had just taken medicine, which would produce symptoms of a cold and a fever. So, along with the sneeze, her nose also began to run¡­ Xu Jiayang was terrified by this spectacle and hurried over. After lifting her up, his face twisted. Xia Weibao¡¯s head was covered in dirt and adorned with streaks of snot¡ªdusty snot, to add a detail¡­ Her Majesty the Empress felt like crying but had no tears. She had maintained her cool image for so long, and it had collapsed in an instant¡­ How could she face her beauties after this? Darn it! If she ever finds out who caused her to sneeze, they¡¯re getting thrown to the sharks!!!! Lu Corporation. Lu Hualiang had just arrived when he saw a massive crowd gathered downstairs, even journalists had come. His expression darkened, and he made his way from the underground parking lot to the office. After inquiring about the cause, he finally understood why Xia Weibao said she¡¯d feed three people to the sharks. That woman actually hung three people off the Lu Corporation building! Such a public spectacle, and now the whole city knew. The most infuriating part was, everyone outside was saying that those three had offended him, and that¡¯s why he had them hung there¡­ After all, it fit his style of handling things too well. He first instructed Yang Liu to investigate the matter, to find out how those three had offended Xia Weibao so vastly to deserve such harsh treatment! Then he called Xia Weibao, ¡°Why did you hang people on the Lu Corporation building?¡± ¡°It was close by.¡± Lu Hualiang was reviewing the information brought by Yang Liu. The residences of those three people were an hour and a half drive from the Lu Corporation. And this was considered close? ¡°Tell the truth.¡± ¡°Okay, actually, I missed you and thought about picking you up after work. But then you were gone, so I just hung some people up on a whim.¡± Lu Hualiang, ¡°¡­¡± She had had a late-night snack with him at home before she left last night! Coming to pick him up in the middle of the night? Big sister, could you put a bit more effort into your lies. ¡°I¡¯ve delivered those three to you, I¡¯m off to start work.¡± After saying that, Xia Weibao hung up the phone. Why pick the Lu Corporation building? Of course, it was to find a scapegoat. Sear?h the n?vel_Fire.¦Çet website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Such audacity could only be done by Lu Hualiang in all of Huaxia Country. And since that place was the Lu Corporation, no one dared to investigate. Naturally, no one would suspect her, so she was safe. What are husbands for? Her Majesty the Empress felt that husbands were there to clean up the mess! Lu Hualiang felt that he was increasingly losing his standing at home. When he found out what those three had done, his expression turned grim. ¡°Yang Li, send those people to feed the sharks, no need to fly them there. Just hang them with a rope and fly them over.¡± Dare to touch his woman, they were seeking death! ¡°Master, should we call Yang Jian back?¡± Chapter 252 - 252 252 The Empress is a Civilized Person ?Chapter 252: Chapter 252: The Empress is a Civilized Person Chapter 252: Chapter 252: The Empress is a Civilized Person Lu Hualiang¡¯s gaze turned sharp, scaring Yang Li into breaking out in a cold sweat. After a chilling stare for two seconds, Lu Hualiang finally withdrew his eyes. ¡°Have him come back.¡± Yang Li breathed a sigh of relief, thinking, ¡®Oh, little brother, I can only help you so much, you¡¯ve got to make us proud.¡¯ Don¡¯t get banished again just after coming back¡­ Because there were reporters present, the incident of Ah Sheng and the others being hung from the rooftop soon spread online. It was said that the three were nearly frightened out of their wits, and when asked who was responsible, they did nothing but shake their heads, occasionally mumbling about ghosts, monsters, and flying creatures; they didn¡¯t dare to name anyone. Everyone suspected Lu Hualiang, but no one dared to say it out loud, unless they wished for death. Xu Jiayang looked at the report, his expression inscrutable. Although everyone guessed it was Lu Hualiang, why did he feel it was Xia Weibao? Ever since Xia Weibao said to let Ah Sheng go yesterday, he had the feeling she would take action. ¡°Baby, was it you who did this?¡± ¡°Yes,¡± Xia Weibao didn¡¯t deny it. ¡°Why did you do it?¡± ¡°I¡¯m a civilized person, I can¡¯t make a scene that takes lives, so I gave them a little lesson,¡± she answered. Xu Jiayang, ¡°¡­¡± Do you have some misunderstanding about civilized people? Sear?h the ¦ÇovelFire.¦Çet website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. ¡°Shouldn¡¯t a civilized person call the police?¡± he asked. Xia Weibao blinked, her reaction a bit slow, ¡°I forgot¡­¡± She, being an ancient person, couldn¡¯t think of such an advanced method as calling the police. Xu Jiayang was speechless. Sometimes, he really couldn¡¯t understand her thought process; it felt like they were from different worlds. Because Ruan Shushu was injured, Xu Jiayang gave Xia Weibao half a day off to go and see her. When she arrived at Sister Tong¡¯s house, Ruan Shushu was eagerly and nervously waiting for her college entrance examination results on her computer. Seeing her arrive, Sister Ruan was overjoyed, ¡°Weibao, what brings you here?¡± ¡°I came to see how you are. How¡¯s your head?¡± ¡°Weibao, your medicine was so effective, I¡¯m feeling much better,¡± Shushu praised. ¡°That¡¯s good to hear,¡± Xia Weibao replied, glancing at the computer, ¡°What are you doing?¡± ¡°I¡¯m waiting for the college entrance exam results! You¡¯ve come at just the right time, Weibao. The results are out in five minutes. You can share the joy with me.¡± For Xia Weibao, who had never experienced the college entrance exam, checking the results was a novel thing, so she sat down next to Ruan Shushu. Pointing at the computer, ¡°I¡¯ve never gone through the college entrance exam, I don¡¯t really understand this. Can you explain it to me?¡± Ruan Shushu recalled how last year during the exams Xia Weibao had been in a mental hospital and missed out, feeling a bit sad for her. So she explained with a smile, ¡°After the exam, you can log into the system to check your scores, see if you¡¯ve met any cutoffs, and then choose your favorite university to apply to.¡± Xia Weibao listened, only half understanding, ¡°Which university do you want to attend?¡± At this question, Ruan Shushu became even more excited, ¡°Imperial City University.¡± Imperial City University, ranked first in Huaxia Country, stood above other key universities, boasting its own cutoff scores. She had confidence in herself, sure that she could make it! Although Xia Weibao was a person from ancient times, even she had heard of Imperial City University. In the current entertainment industry, there was only one person who had graduated from Imperial City University, hailed as the top talent from the start of her career, soaring to fame quickly. ¡°Shushu, how impressive that you could go to Imperial City University.¡± Ruan Shushu blushed with a shy smile, in truth she wasn¡¯t certain yet, after all, the scores were not out. However, she had always been top in the arts section at school! Moreover, after the exam, she had checked her answers. If all went as expected, she should meet the university¡¯s required scores. Chapter 253 - 253 253 A Narrow Miss by One Point ?Chapter 253: Chapter 253: A Narrow Miss by One Point Chapter 253: Chapter 253: A Narrow Miss by One Point Five minutes had flown by, and the moment the results were published, the network crashed outright. All the candidates surged online, causing the system to freeze. This was a phenomenon that happened every year. Ruan Shushu kept trying to log in, yet the system kept indicating that it was busy, making her so anxious that her palms sweated. Xia Weibao hadn¡¯t experienced the college entrance examination, so she couldn¡¯t understand her nervousness. S~ea??h the Nov§×l?ire.n(e)t website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. She could only comfort her from the side, ¡°Shushu, take your time, it doesn¡¯t matter if you check later.¡± Ruan Shushu gave her a smile, wiped the sweat from her palms, and continued. It wasn¡¯t until an hour later that, with a nervous heart, she finally saw her scores. When she saw that her arts scores were twenty points above the admission score line for Imperial City University, she breathed a sigh of relief. However, seeing that her cultural scores fell one point short of the admission score line for Imperial City University, she felt as if struck by lightning! Why¡­ why would this happen. A difference of a single point was like the difference between heaven and earth. Seeing that she was completely dumbstruck, Xia Weibao was a bit confused, ¡°Shushu, what¡¯s wrong?¡± Ruan Shushu mechanically turned her head, her unfocused gaze falling on Xia Weibao¡¯s face. Then, tears blurred her entire eyes. She lunged forward, hugging Xia Weibao and bursting into loud sobs, ¡°Baby¡­¡± The scores were out, and soon, the campus network, various major education websites, and media outlets began overwhelmingly reporting this year¡¯s college entrance examination news. That included the announcement of the top scorers from various provinces and cities. And the one that caused the most sensation was Ruan Shushu. Top scorer in the arts! The admission score line for Imperial City University was very high, far exceeding that of other key universities by more than thirty points! And her arts scores surpassed the admission score line of Imperial City University by twenty points, which could be said to be quite a terrifying score. Yet, tragically, with her cultural scores one point short, she missed out on Imperial City University and could only aim for ordinary key universities. It was heart-wrenching. Ruan Shushu cried for a whole day, her heart torn apart. How could this happen, she had checked her paper, surely the estimated scores weren¡¯t like this, why did it turn out this way. Unwilling to accept it, she had Sister Tong check the scores, and they were correct. This only deepened her despair. If she had never attained it, she wouldn¡¯t be so disappointed. But her arts score, that was the score of the top scorer! Yet, due to her cultural score not meeting the standard, she lost her dream of Imperial City University, how could she accept that! In a place like Imperial City University, where academic prodigies were as common as dogs and geniuses were everywhere, even if she was the top scorer in arts, she would not be given exceptional admission. Xia Weibao stayed with Ruan Shushu the whole afternoon, only leaving at six o¡¯clock in the evening. Having not experienced the college entrance examination herself, she knew how important such an examination could be for an ordinary person¡¯s life turning point. Such a pity. When Xia Weibao got home, Lu Hualiang had not yet returned from work. She had timed it perfectly. As a divine doctor, her understanding of medicines was profound; she knew exactly when the symptoms from the medicine she took in the morning to feign illness would start, when her body would begin to show discomfort¡ªit was all in her calculations. As soon as she lay down in her room, she began to feel dizzy and feverish. Additionally, feeling upset on behalf of Ruan Shushu, she succeeded splendidly in pretending to be sick. When Lu Hualiang came home, he didn¡¯t see her downstairs. He frowned; usually, she would definitely be sitting in the living room playing games when she got home. He went upstairs and knocked on the guest room¡¯s door, but there was no response. Lu Hualiang took out the key and directly opened the door. He saw Xia Weibao lying on the bed, covered tightly with a blanket, her little face deathly pale. Chapter 254 - 254 254 Rubbing Alcohol on the Body Director ?Chapter 254: Chapter 254: Rubbing Alcohol on the Body, Director Lu¡¯s Benefit Has Arrived Chapter 254: Chapter 254: Rubbing Alcohol on the Body, Director Lu¡¯s Benefit Has Arrived Lu Hualiang¡¯s heart tightened, and he rushed over immediately. ¡°What¡¯s wrong?¡± Xia Weibao weakly opened her eyes, then shut them again without strength. Lu Hualiang checked her forehead, which was burning hot to an astonishing degree! He hurriedly picked her up and ran towards the hospital. When the doctor said she had a fever of forty degrees, his complexion changed. ¡°How could it be so serious.¡± The doctor was scared by the fierce aura emanating from him. Cold sweat seeped on his forehead, ¡°Director Lu, the young madam must have caught a chill last night.¡± Lu Hualiang pursed his lips tightly, sitting in front of the hospital bed, holding Xia Weibao¡¯s hand, his face was frighteningly somber. Xia Weibao lifted her heavy eyelids slightly, then closed them again. This act of pretending to be sick was exceedingly successful. Suddenly, she felt a delicate hand gently grasp her other hand, then rub alcohol on the back of it. Her Majesty the Empress was someone who had experienced the Imperial Harem, and she instantly guessed that the person holding her hand was a beauty! Struggling to lift her heavy eyelids, wanting to catch a glimpse of the beauty¡¯s charming face, she discovered¡­ Damn it! There was another beauty on the side fiddling with a needle! The Empress was so terrified that she almost rolled off the bed! Her face filled with panic as she clutched Lu Hualiang¡¯s arm, ¡°No injections, no injections!¡± She had experienced firsthand the power of these modern needles, inserted directly into the veins, painfully exhilarating! Lu Hualiang felt distressed, and hurriedly pushed her back onto the bed, ¡°No injections, it¡¯s just an IV.¡± Xia Weibao was even more terrified, trembling to her core. Was there a difference, was there really a difference! If she had known the cost of faking sick was so severe, she wouldn¡¯t have pretended. Cough cough, the Empress seemed to have forgotten about the last time when Lu Hualiang had a fever and she forced him to get an injection¡­ ¡°Young madam, I¡¯ll be gentle, it won¡¯t hurt.¡± The beautiful nurse smiled at her. Her allure was too powerful, causing Xia Weibao to be a bit distracted. Seizing the moment, the nurse swiftly inserted the needle with a ¡®pop¡¯. The pain made Xia Weibao burst into tears right there and then. Her hand reflexively jerked, causing the blood to flow backward. ¡°What are you doing!¡± Sear?h the ¦ÇovelFire.¦Çet website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Lu Hualiang roared in anger! A chilling aura emanated from him, terrifying the pretty young nurses, making them tremble. He quickly held down Xia Weibao¡¯s hand, ¡°Young madam, don¡¯t move, put your hand down, relax.¡± Xia Weibao¡¯s eyes brimmed with tears. She also wanted to relax, but she just couldn¡¯t do it. Normally, she wasn¡¯t someone who feared pain. In her previous life in the Jianghu, she wouldn¡¯t even blink getting slashed by a sword. But this needle, it truly was her nemesis, perhaps it was a psychological shadow. ¡°Take it out, take it out quickly!¡± Seeing the blood still flowing backward, Lu Hualiang was furious. The nurse realized the situation was dire and quickly removed the IV. Blood spurted out from where the needle had been. Xia Weibao nearly passed out from the pain. After a chaotic flurry, they finally managed to stop the bleeding. The Empress lay on the bed as if she had lost half her life, weak and listless. The cost of pretending to be sick was too much to bear, and she decided she wouldn¡¯t try it again so lightly. What was most tragic was that, after all the commotion, the fever hadn¡¯t subsided. The doctors were worried sick. A forty-degree fever, and she wouldn¡¯t agree to an IV or get an injection, taking medicine alone wouldn¡¯t suffice. The fever had to be brought down quickly. So, after Xia Weibao took her medicine, the nurse brought some water and alcohol. Diluting it with water, they wiped down her body to physically cool her down. Seeing the nurse come in, Xia Weibao was somewhat baffled. In a feeble voice, she said, ¡°What are you trying to do now?¡± Don¡¯t torture her anymore, she was at death¡¯s door. The pretty nurse smiled gently at her, ¡°Young madam, I¡¯ll help you wipe down your body with alcohol to reduce your temperature.¡± Lu Hualiang looked up, a glint in his eyes, wiping down the body¡­ Chapter 255 - 255 255 Kissed on Valentines Day ?Chapter 255: Chapter 255: Kissed on Valentine¡¯s Day Chapter 255: Chapter 255: Kissed on Valentine¡¯s Day The mere thought of a certain image was enough to make his heart and mind race. He waved his hand dismissively, ¡°Keep the alcohol and water here, but you can leave.¡± The beautiful nurse was taken aback, but then she realized what was happening. They were husband and wife, so naturally, the husband should be the one to help his wife with her body wash. The nurse¡¯s cheeks flushed with embarrassment, overwhelmed by this display of affection. Director Lu cared so deeply for his wife, ah, the young mistress was indeed fortunate. The members of their medical team could be considered as Director Lu¡¯s personal physicians. Which meant they were all aware of Lu Hualiang¡¯s secret marriage. Everyone had originally thought he refused to disclose his marriage because he felt Xia Weibao was a source of shame. Now it seemed that might not be the case at all. Watching the beautiful nurse leave, Xia Weibao was somewhat puzzled. Wasn¡¯t he supposed to clean her? Why was he leaving? It was just that she was too tired, her throat ached, and she couldn¡¯t ask anyone to stay. Although the illness was feigned, all the symptoms were real, albeit harmless to her body. So she truly was exhausted. At that moment, the sound of water came from the side. Xia Weibao turned her head and saw Lu Hualiang¡¯s supremely noble hands wringing out a towel. His fingers were long and slender, with well-defined knuckles that exuded aristocracy. The action of wringing out the towel was elegant and pleasing to the eye. However, that was not the point. The point was, why the hell are you wringing that towel!!! ¡°What are you doing?¡± Xia Weibao looked at him warily. Lu Hualiang, ever so serious, held the towel and looked at her directly, ¡°The doctor said to help you with a body wipe for physical cooling.¡± His upright expression suggested that he was merely following the doctor¡¯s orders, certainly harboring no unseemly thoughts. However, even with such a righteous expression, the words he uttered made Xia Weibao¡¯s face burn with embarrassment. ¡°You shameless man!¡± Damn it, she was almost too angry to keep up the pretense of being ill! ¡°I am only following the doctor¡¯s instructions to help you cool down. How is that shameless? Or is it that you want me to do something else to you?¡± Xia Weibao¡¯s face turned redder, calling him a rogue!!! ¡°Let the nurse come back in.¡± ¡°You¡¯re my wife, how can I let others see your body?¡± ¡°So if not others, you¡¯re saying you should see it?¡± ¡°Of course.¡± Xia Weibao, ¡°¡­¡± Shit! Since when did this man have such thick skin! ¡°You rogue, get out!¡± ¡°We¡¯re husband and wife.¡± Implying that for him to look at her was perfectly justifiable. ¡°It¡¯s a sham marriage; we¡¯ll divorce soon.¡± That matter again! Every time she brought up the contract marriage, it made Lu Hualiang regret his past decisions. If he had known that one day he would fall for her, he would not have played such a fool then. Yet¡­ He pressed the towel against her forehead, cooling the head first to prevent her from becoming foolish from fever. Sear?h the n?vel_Fire.¦Çet website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Then he stood up, braced his hands on either side of her, and leaned down towards her. He stared at her face from a close distance. His nose was almost touching hers, and he said with a half-smile, ¡°If I remember correctly, my wife, our divorce agreement only mentions divorcing after a year, not that we can¡¯t fulfill our marital duties within this year, right?¡± Xia Weibao thought back and then realized in frustration ¡ª it really didn¡¯t say anything about that! Damn it, she was at a huge loss! As she saw Lu Hualiang¡¯s gaze grow more and more dangerous, she started to panic. She struggled to get away, but his damn medicine was too strong; she was completely weak. She couldn¡¯t escape even if she wanted to. If Lu Hualiang decided to force the issue, she wouldn¡¯t be able to resist¡­ Seeing her eyes darting around like a frightened deer and her disordered heartbeat, Lu Hualiang¡¯s eyes slowly brightened with a smile. He lowered his head and pecked her lips lightly. Then he didn¡¯t pull away, instead gently rubbing against them. Her lips were soft, incredibly enticing. Chapter 256 - 256 256 A Kiss and a Slap No Loss ?Chapter 256: Chapter 256: A Kiss and a Slap, No Loss Chapter 256: Chapter 256: A Kiss and a Slap, No Loss Xia Weibao was completely stunned, this action¡­ As she was lost in thought, she suddenly felt a coolness on her chest. Looking down, the buttons on the front had been undone two at some point, and her defenses were about to be breached! Startled, she slapped across, and with a smack, she left five finger marks on Lu Hualiang¡¯s face. Lu Hualiang touched his face and remained silent, not saying a word. A kiss for a slap, not a bad deal¡­ Faced with Xia Weibao¡¯s angry glare, Lu Hualiang hesitated between forcibly wiping her body and the prospect of being a single dog in the future, but decided to look at the long-term picture. Don¡¯t get bogged down in the present. If he really pushed her into a corner and she walked away, whom would he turn to? Xia Weibao refused to stay in the hospital, finding the place too terrifying and insisting on going home. Unable to argue with her, Lu Hualiang had no choice but to take her home. Along the way, Her Majesty the Empress was pondering a very serious question, should she really move back into the master bedroom? Lu Hualiang had seemed too dangerous today, and if she moved back, what if something happened? After being conflicted the whole way, she finally decided against it. Not moving. So she kept silent, never mentioning the topic of moving rooms, letting Lu Hualiang carry her upstairs. But then she discovered¡­ The bastard actually carried her into the master bedroom! ¡°Wait, carry me back to my room,¡± Xia Weibao said coldly. Without stopping, Lu Hualiang said, ¡°You¡¯ll move back into the master bedroom from now on.¡± ¡°Why!¡± ¡°Can¡¯t even take care of yourself and still have the nerve to ask why.¡± S§×arch* The nov§×lF~ire.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Xia Weibao, ¡°¡­¡± She had the inexplicable feeling of shooting herself in the foot¡­ As someone with dignity, Her Majesty the Empress wouldn¡¯t move just because he said so. Just as she was about to resist vehemently, Lu Hualiang nonchalantly threw two words at her. ¡°Ranking.¡± Xia Weibao, ¡°¡­¡± How sly¡­ But she had principles too. Although the ranking was tempting, she couldn¡¯t lose her dignity! Seeing her about to speak again, Lu Hualiang casually threw two more words at her. ¡°Winner chicken.¡± Xia Weibao, ¡°¡­¡± Her dignity was crumbling. She couldn¡¯t fail; otherwise, she¡¯d never be able to hold her head high again! ¡°Snacks.¡± Xia Weibao, ¡°¡­¡± In that moment, her dignity went to the dogs¡­ Under Dark Hearted Lu¡¯s triple strike, Her Majesty the Empress was tearfully carried back to the master bedroom, and her luggage was also moved over by the servants overnight. Waking up the next morning, recalling the events of last night, she regretted it so much that it hurt. So indecisive! Lu Hualiang told her to take a day off today, considering how severely she had been fevered last night. ¡°I¡¯m already better.¡± It was just a feigned illness, one night was enough. Lu Hualiang obviously didn¡¯t believe her, pressing his hand to her forehead, but indeed the fever had gone down. She looked very spirited, in no way like someone who had a high fever last night. In order to prove she really was fine, Xia Weibao picked up a fork and bent it straight! Lu Hualiang, ¡°¡­¡± That strength was frightening! Xia Weibao stared at his neck with a faint smile and teased, ¡°Director Lu, don¡¯t provoke me in the future. If I break something I shouldn¡¯t in anger, that wouldn¡¯t be good.¡± Something he shouldn¡¯t break¡­ Lu Hualiang¡¯s mind wandered and he tensed up. His expression turned somewhat ugly. Suddenly, he felt concerned about the happiness of his future sex life¡­ Arriving at the set, Xia Weibao found all the actors were in low spirits. What puzzled her most was that Xu Jiayang, ever the extremely hard-working guy, was actually late today. With Xu Jiayang¡¯s professionalism, he was always the first one to arrive! She didn¡¯t find out what had happened until she asked around. Chapter 257 - 257 257 Director Xu Enters the Police Station ?Chapter 257: Chapter 257: Director Xu Enters the Police Station Chapter 257: Chapter 257: Director Xu Enters the Police Station Last night at ten, Xu Jiayang got a female celebrity drunk, then took her to a hotel with the intent to take advantage of her. A hotel waiter, who delivered the wrong meal, walked in on them and prevented him from succeeding, and Xu Jiayang has been taken to the police station. The incident caused a huge sensation! Such a scandal of drugging and assaulting female artists is already a huge disgrace, and the perpetrator this time is none other than the formerly convicted Xu Jiayang! Xu Jiayang used to be one of the most reputable directors in the entertainment industry, a deserved genius. The reason for his fall was the scandal involving his exploitation of female artists. It¡¯s said that every actress who acted in his movies had to sleep with him if he took a liking to her. Those who refused were drugged by him and then assaulted. That was about four years ago. After that, Xu Jiayang¡¯s reputation suffered a fatal blow! It was almost forgotten since, after all, a director isn¡¯t a celebrity and doesn¡¯t attract the same level of attention. But last night¡¯s event brought all his past back to light, and the condemnation was unanimous. Xia Weibao¡¯s expression was grave; how could this be happening! Although she hadn¡¯t known Xu Jiayang long, she absolutely trusted his character! He couldn¡¯t have done such a thing! She inquired around and found out that after last night¡¯s incident, Leng Yan had already sealed off the news overnight. It was originally contained, but after the victimized actress woke up in the hospital, unable to bear the humiliation, she jumped from the second floor. Fortunately, there was a pile of sand below due to construction work, and she didn¡¯t die. S§×ar?h the N?vel(F)ire.n§×t website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. An attempted suicide like this, however, made the situation worse, and it exploded on the internet! Now the whole nation is furious! Xia Weibao logged onto Weibo and saw it was full of insults against Xu Jiayang; even ¡°Allure¡±, the drama, had taken a hit. ¡ª¡ªDamn it! Xu just can¡¯t change his rotten ways! ¡ª¡ªSo disgusting, how can there be such disgusting people in the world, actually drugging and assaulting female artists. ¡ª¡ªXu Feifei is really pitiful, just debuted for a month and encountered such an incident, probably too scared to continue in the entertainment industry now. ¡ª¡ªSuch a person should be struck by lightning! A scum! Who knows how many people he has harmed. ¡ª¡ªToo disgusting, and shameless too, to still dare to make movies with such a bad reputation. ¡ª¡ªThe ¡°Allure¡± crew is truly disgusting, there was already Bitch Xia being vile, and now the director is even worse. ¡ª¡ªScoff, what¡¯s so surprising about that, didn¡¯t Bitch Xia climb into Xu¡¯s bed to snatch the lead female role? ¡ª¡ªBirds of a feather flock together, none of them are good! ¡ª¡ªIt¡¯s possible that all the female celebrities in ¡°Allure¡± have been tampered with by Xu Jiayang¡­ ¡ª¡ªI heard Xu Jiayang has unique tastes, loves both men and women, probably even the male stars have been touched by him¡­ ¡ª¡ªDamn! This is obviously a den of depravity! ¡ª¡ª Absolutely boycotting ¡°Allure¡±! Consider it a loss if I watch even a glance¡­ ¡ª¡ªWith a director lacking any moral compass, the movie¡¯s bound to be garbage, it should be banned¡­ The uproar kept growing and even several lead actors from the drama ended up being cursed out on their Weibo, especially hers, which faced the worst of the vitriol. Because she had a lot of dark history hence many haters. But luckily she had gained her own fan base, who would retaliate whenever someone came to insult. It was chaos all around. Xia Weibao felt a headache brewing, put down her phone, and was thinking about visiting Xu Jiayang at the police station when she overheard two minor actors gossiping quietly. ¡°Director Xu really assaulted Xu Feifei? That¡¯s so terrifying.¡± ¡°It¡¯s true, caught red-handed. How unlucky are we, to finally get a role in a drama and then to end up with such a director¡­¡± ¡°Sigh, ¡®Allure¡¯ is definitely ruined now, we don¡¯t even know how many years Xu Jiayang will be sentenced, we might as well look for other opportunities¡­¡± Chapter 258 - 258 258 Crisis Reveals True Character ?Chapter 258: Chapter 258: Crisis Reveals True Character Chapter 258: Chapter 258: Crisis Reveals True Character Xia Weibao¡¯s footsteps halted, and her gaze sharp as a knife shot toward the two actresses. Such cutting eyes frightened the two into trembling. ¡°Remember, we are a film crew, a team. If we don¡¯t believe in Director Xu, who will?¡± ¡°Instead of talking nonsense here, think about how to solve the problem!¡± The two young actresses flushed with embarrassment, but intimidated by Xia Weibao, dared not say more. When she arrived at the police station, she happened to run into Leng Yan, whose face was grim. His eyes were bloodshot, full of exhaustion, clearly having not slept all night. ¡°Boss.¡± Xia Weibao greeted him but did not expect Leng Yan to ignore her completely, heading straight into the police station. She could only follow. When they saw Xu Jiayang, the director who was usually so neatly dressed had completely lost his vitality. Dressed in prison clothes, his hair tousled from being grabbed, a beard had grown, and his face was filled with defeat. Xia Weibao hadn¡¯t finished speaking when she saw Leng Yan grab the microphone and start shouting wildly. ¡°Xu, you¡¯re a fucking masochist! That woman treats you like that, and you still protect her!¡± Through the glass, Xu Jiayang looked at him with lifeless eyes, silent. ¡°You¡¯re such a goddamn masochist, screwed over once isn¡¯t enough for you, there¡¯s even a second time, you¡¯ll die at that woman¡¯s hand sooner or later!¡± ¡°Are you mute now, don¡¯t know how to defend yourself, speak up!¡± ¡°If you want to die so much, just grunt, and I¡¯ll leave right now!¡± Xu Jiayang remained calm, only speaking in a world-weary voice after Leng Yan had vented. ¡°Leng Yan, don¡¯t bother with this anymore.¡± Leng Yan was momentarily choked up and instantly became furious, kicking the visitor¡¯s desk, ¡°You motherfucker! If I bother with you again, I¡¯m a dog!¡± After finishing his tirade, he threw down the microphone, leaving with a fury. He must be sick to run around all night pulling strings for this person! So you want to die, huh? You want to go to jail, correct? Fine then, just wait to rot in there! Xia Weibao was frightened by such an outburst from Leng Yan. He had always been a dupe in front of her. Although he often got so angry that he hopped around because of Xu Jiayang, it wasn¡¯t real anger. This was the first time she saw him explode with such rage. And what was that about a woman? Xu Jiayang got screwed over by a woman? That Xu Feifei? She picked up the microphone, looking at the despondent Xu Jiayang, her mood heavy, ¡°Director Xu.¡± Xu Jiayang¡¯s eyes were dim as he looked straight at her, ¡°I didn¡¯t expect you to come see me.¡± Since the incident, only Leng Yan and Xia Weibao had visited him. Once he had been successful and sought after, with many friends. sea??h th§× n??el Fire.n§×t website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. But now that he had fallen from grace, all those people had severed ties with him. It¡¯s true that adversity reveals true friends. At your lowest, that¡¯s when you see the true faces of those around you. He didn¡¯t promote Xia Weibao in vain. ¡°Director Xu, what¡¯s really going on? Is it Xu Feifei who has wronged you?¡± ¡°Don¡¯t ask anymore, Baby. Is the film crew in chaos now?¡± His eyes were filled with the weight of the world. ¡°Allure¡± had been such a waste; he had invested so much in it, even putting in Leng Yan¡¯s company and car. He had anticipated this outcome. After working so hard to take him down, how could they allow him to recover so easily? ¡°Director Xu, is there some kind of indescribable difficulty?¡± Xu Jiayang opened his mouth, but in the end, said nothing, ¡°Go back, ¡®Allure¡¯ might not be able to continue filming. You should find another path.¡± Chapter 259 - 259 259 Director Lu You Will Regret This ?Chapter 259: Chapter 259: Director Lu, You Will Regret This Chapter 259: Chapter 259: Director Lu, You Will Regret This Xia Weibao pursed her lips. Somehat frustrated with being let down, in such a situation there was no reason to hold back. Did she really want to end up in jail? But, no matter how angry she was, she felt powerless. ¡°I will find a way to get you out.¡± After leaving the police station, she immediately contacted Third Chicken to investigate last night¡¯s incident. If Xu Jiayang had been falsely accused, there would surely be evidence left behind. Third Chicken hacked into the surveillance system of the hotel and then sent the footage to Xia Weibao. In the surveillance video, Xu Jiayang could be seen carrying a woman towards a hotel room, the woman struggling with her arms and legs and continuously scratching at his clothes. From the back, it truly appeared as though Xu Jiayang forcibly took someone to the hotel¡­ The registration for the room was also under Xu Jiayang¡¯s identity card. As for Xu Feifei, Xia Weibao also looked into her. She was an artist who had just debuted a month ago and so far had only landed an advertisement deal. One could say she had no fame at all, but admittedly, she was pretty. Regarding any connection between Xu Feifei and Xu Jiayang, it was rumored online that after Xu Jiayang replaced Ruan Jiajia and Li Qingguo¡¯s roles, they still hadn¡¯t decided on an actor yet. And since Xu Feifei didn¡¯t have any fame and couldn¡¯t land any roles, she wanted to vie for this one. Then came the rumors that Xu Jiayang wanted to exploit her using his power. She refused, and eventually, the story went, she was taken to the hotel after being drugged and made drunk. Xia Weibao¡¯s expression turned cold, nonsense! The role of the increasingly villainous character in the later part of the story was always reserved for Hua Shan! Moreover, Hua Shan had been very successful with her diet and would return to the cast in just a week. How could Xu Jiayang possibly be auditioning other actresses. It was clearly a setup! However¡­ She remembered what Leng Yan had said, that Xu Jiayang had fallen into a trap set by that woman once before, and this was the second time. Since Xu Feifei had just debuted a month ago, the person Leng Yan was referring to probably wasn¡¯t Xu Feifei. Then who could it be? Why did Xu Jiayang fall for the trap, and why did he protect that woman? Unable to figure it out, she had to put it aside for the time being. Sear?h the nov§×lF~ire.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. The urgent task at hand was to get him out of jail. However, as an ancient person without any rights or power, it was very difficult to get someone out of jail. She didn¡¯t even know what to do. Oh, how she missed a thousand years ago. With her status as the empress, releasing someone from jail was a matter of a single command. After much inquiry, she finally understood that it was possible to bail someone out. But establishing connections required ten million. Xia Weibao, ¡°¡­¡± Damn it, she was broke, where would she get ten million! After much thought, her only option was to borrow from Lu Hualiang. Arriving at the base of Lu Corporation¡¯s building, Xia Weibao hesitated. She was reluctant to borrow money from Lu Hualiang. After all, a debt of gratitude was the hardest to repay. Ten million to Lu Hualiang was less significant than a strand of hair; she was certain he would lend it to her if she asked. But doing so meant that, even if she repaid him later, the favor would still hang over her. Thinking of Xu Jiayang in jail, she gritted her teeth. She steeled herself and went in. The receptionist recognized her by her chin as soon as she arrived and greeted her with great respect. The secretaries in the office, surprised and excited by her sudden visit, hurried to change clothes. But Xia Weibao, not in the mood, walked straight into the CEO¡¯s office without so much as a sideways glance. The ignored beauties, ¡°¡­¡± Damn! They had fallen out of favor! Director Lu¡¯s main wife sure was skillful! Lu Hualiang was feeling irritable because of a project, and when he heard the door open, his mood immediately darkened. Without lifting his head, ¡°Did you break your hand or something? Don¡¯t you know how to knock before entering? Get out!¡± Chapter 260 - 260 260 Director Lu Shoots Himself in the Foot ?Chapter 260: Chapter 260: Director Lu Shoots Himself in the Foot Again Chapter 260: Chapter 260: Director Lu Shoots Himself in the Foot Again He had just finished roaring when he suddenly felt that something wasn¡¯t quite right. Looking up, he happened to see Xia Weibao¡¯s little head retracting back. Lu Hualiang, ¡°¡­¡± His face changed, and he suddenly stood up and quickly chased after her. I¡¯m wrong, my wife! Seeing Xia Weibao being scolded and walking out, the five beautiful secretaries were very pleased. They were thinking of rushing to the forefront to join forces in smearing their boss and topple the Main Wife! But before they could even step out of the secretarial office, they saw Lu Hualiang coming out in a hurry and then pulling Xia Weibao back in. The secretaries, ¡°¡­¡± Luckily, they were slow in their steps, or they would¡¯ve been caught red-handed, and their secret affair would be exposed! ¡°Wife, did you come looking for me?¡± After pulling Xia Weibao back in, Lu Hualiang turned around and pinned her against the door. Xia Weibao was frightened, her face blushed, and her heart raced. In front of her was him, and behind her was the door; their bodies were almost pressed together. This gesture was too intimate. So, she placed both her small hands against his chest and gently pushed him away a bit. ¡°If you¡¯re busy, I¡­¡± ¡°Not busy!¡± It was rare for her to come looking for him; even the most important matters could wait! ¡°Then why were you just now¡­¡± Lu Hualiang inwardly regretted it, a misstep! He thought it was that suicidal Yang Li. If he had known it was her, he wouldn¡¯t even have had enough time to welcome her personally, let alone have the heart to roar at her. He looked a bit unnatural, ¡°I thought it was Yang Li just now.¡± ¡°Oh,¡± Xia Weibao replied, her eyes darting around as she thought about how to begin. Asking for money was something she had never done in her two lifetimes. ¡°Do you need my help with something?¡± That hesitant expression clearly indicated she had encountered a big problem. Lu Hualiang¡¯s masculinity instantly swelled with pride; it wasn¡¯t easy, his wife finally needed him. Xia Weibao nodded with embarrassment, ¡°Director Lu, I want to borrow some money from you¡­¡± Lu Hualiang frowned; hadn¡¯t he given her the Crystal Vice Card, with no limit? Did she not realize this? He instinctively wanted to tell her that the card represented not only a status but was also an Infinity Card. S§×ar?h the n?velFire.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. But on second thought, what came to his lips was, ¡°How much.¡± He had intended to give it outright, but if he said it was a loan, wouldn¡¯t that mean she owed him a favor? This way, their relationship would get complicated. Xia Weibao held up one finger, ¡°Ten million, is that okay?¡± Lu Hualiang looked troubled, ¡°Wife, the company has recently encountered financial issues¡­¡± His intention was to make Xia Weibao feel like he was lending the money with great difficulty, so she would be extremely grateful to him. However, no sooner had the words left his mouth than Xia Weibao turned and walked away. ¡°Then forget it, I¡¯ll borrow from someone else.¡± She was already feeling too embarrassed to ask, and now that he mentioned the difficulty, it was better to let it go. She would think of another way. Lu Hualiang, ¡°¡­¡± He caught her in one motion, ¡°The financial crisis is over; you can have as much as you want.¡± This wife¡¯s emotional intelligence is just too low to even joke around with. Yet Xia Weibao insisted on leaving, ¡°No need, no need, don¡¯t make it difficult for yourself, I can think of other ways.¡± ¡°It¡¯s not difficult!¡± Here it came again, that feeling of shooting himself in the foot¡­ ¡°Really, it¡¯s not necessary, I didn¡¯t realize you were so poor.¡± Lu Hualiang, ¡°¡­¡± Thwack, a tiny arrow of heartache hit his pride. So in his wife¡¯s eyes, he was that poor¡­ Huaxia¡¯s richest man, and yet she called him poor¡­ Sorrow flowed backward into a river. To salvage his image, Lu Hualiang casually tossed out a pile of Black Gold Cards, ¡°All for you, spend them as you like.¡± Chapter 261 - 261 261 He Might Have Married an Ancient ?Chapter 261: Chapter 261: He Might Have Married an Ancient Person as His Wife Chapter 261: Chapter 261: He Might Have Married an Ancient Person as His Wife ¡°What¡¯s this?¡± Looking at the pile of dingy cards, Her Majesty the Empress seemed somewhat bewildered. Lu Hualiang, ¡°¡­¡± He might have married an ancient person as his wife. In current society, how could anyone not know what a card is? Meeting his speechless gaze, Xia Weibao quickly flipped through the original host¡¯s memory, then her face turned bright red. Well¡­ her self-awareness was too strong, such that she ignored some of the original host¡¯s memories. Forgive her, forgive her. Of course, our prideful Her Majesty the Empress would never admit her ignorance. So she pretended to be all mysterious. ¡°I, of course, know these are Black Gold Cards, I was just testing you.¡± sea??h th§× nov§×lF~ire.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Lu Hualiang, ¡°¡­¡± Heh heh. Since when did you learn to crack dry jokes, wife? In the face of absolute magnate style, Xia Weibao finally believed that he had not gone bankrupt. But she did not take his card; she just borrowed ten million. However, when she arrived at the police station with the money, she found that Xu Jiayang had already been bailed out by Leng Yan. Her Majesty the Empress just wanted to curse her head off! Damn it, if you were going to get Xu Jiayang out, why didn¡¯t you tell me? You made me owe Lu Hualiang a favor for nothing! Leng Yan was just tough on the outside but soft on the inside. Despite claiming to ignore Xu Jiayang, as soon as he got home, he sold his house and then bailed him out. On their way back, Leng Yan had a cold face all along, his eyes sharp like knives fixated ahead, almost shooting fire. The car sped off. Xu Jiayang sat in the passenger seat, his expression indifferent, ¡°If you want to commit suicide, do it yourself, don¡¯t drag me down with you.¡± The more Xu Jiayang talked, the angrier Leng Yan got. Slamming down on the accelerator, the car once again soared away! For the sake of his own life, Xu Jiayang kept his mouth shut. Returning home, he found several large boxes in front of the door. He was somewhat puzzled and turned to look at Leng Yan, ¡°Your stuff?¡± Leng Yan, with a stern face, picked up a small box and then glared at him, ¡°Aren¡¯t you going to move it!¡± ¡°What do you mean.¡± Why move stuff to his house? Thinking of himself as homeless, Leng Yan was so angry his eyes could have spouted fire, dropping the box he was holding with a thud. ¡°Your mom! I sold even my house to save you!!!¡± If he wasn¡¯t going to move in here, was he supposed to sleep under a bridge? After speaking, he turned and kicked the door open and went in. Looking at Xu Jiayang¡¯s small one-bedroom, one-living room apartment, and thinking about his own luxurious garden villa, Leng Yan felt very unbalanced inside. Turning his head, he barked at Xu Jiayang in a rage. ¡°Xu Jiayang, how can you live in such a shabby place, just one room, where the hell am I supposed to sleep!¡± Xu Jiayang, carrying a box inside, lazily lifted his eyelid, ¡°Sleep in the toilet.¡± All his savings were gone after that incident. The little that remained, he had invested in the production of ¡°Allure¡±. Having a place to stay was good enough; he couldn¡¯t be picky. He had grown up enduring hardships, so a little congestion didn¡¯t matter to him. But Leng Yan was different; being the son of a rich family, he had never suffered even after being kicked out of his home. He couldn¡¯t deal with such a stark difference in living conditions. Thus, all his frustration was vented towards Xu Jiayang. In a fit of heartache, ¡°How could I know someone like you for a brother ¡ª you¡¯re so foolish. That woman has caused you ruin and climbed over you to reach higher ground¡­¡± ¡°Enough!¡± Xu Jiayang¡¯s face turned cold. Leng Yan grew even angrier, ¡°What, I can¡¯t even talk about it now? Bloody first love! She¡¯s gotten together with your arch enemy, and you¡¯re still thinking she¡¯ll come back to you?¡± Chapter 262 - 262 262 Never Get Hard Again ?Chapter 262: Chapter 262: Never Get Hard Again Chapter 262: Chapter 262: Never Get Hard Again ¡°Have you said enough?¡± ¡°No!¡± Leng Yan raged, ¡°My company¡¯s gone, my car¡¯s gone, and now even the house is gone. All the capital I had to marry the goddess is squandered by you, and you won¡¯t even let me shout about it!¡± Xu Jiayang had a good temper, but that didn¡¯t mean he was without one. Right then, he was annoyed, and his anger flared up. ¡°You¡¯re one to talk, what right do you have to judge me, this ¡®goddess¡¯ bullshit, she¡¯s already out and about with your brother, and here you are, still hoping she¡¯ll wait for you.¡± Having his heart¡¯s goddess maligned, Leng Yan¡¯s rage was predictable, and he swung his fist to smash into Xu Jiayang¡¯s face. ¡°Dare to speak ill of my goddess, I¡¯ll beat you to death!¡± Xu Jiayang was definitely not someone to be bullied, he dodged to the side, and then swung his fist back in retaliation. Soon the two were tangled in a brawl, trading punch for punch, kick for kick, seeing who could hit harder! ¡°Leng Yan, how long will you continue to deceive yourself? Just a few days ago, I saw her shopping and going to the movies with your big brother.¡± ¡°You¡¯re talking nonsense!¡± ¡°Is it me talking nonsense, or you refusing to face reality? The Leng Family is now under your brother¡¯s rule; what are you? A destitute young master thrown out the door!¡± ¡°Who the fuck got thrown out because of who, Xu Jiayang, did a dog eat your conscience?¡± As he spoke, he threw another punch. Xu Jiayang took a punch, then hammered one into Leng Yan¡¯s stomach. ¡°You son of a bitch, because of you I lost my wife and kids, and got saddled with a scandal of being gay, and here you are spouting nonsense!¡± In his fury, a punch landed on Leng Yan¡¯s right eye. Leng Yan, a pampered son from a rich family with tender skin, cried out in pain from that punch. ¡°Stop, stop, stop, let¡¯s not fight anymore.¡± His face was swollen from the fight, utterly disfigured. Pulling out his phone to take a look at his pig-headed face, Leng Yan felt like the sky was falling! Ow! His handsome face! ¡°Xu Jiayang!!! You dare hit me!!!!!!!¡± Xu Jiayang pointed to his own face, ¡°Who hits harder!¡± Leng Yan punched the ground, ¡°You owe me a company, a car, a house, what¡¯s wrong with me punching you a couple of times!¡± Xu Jiayang suddenly felt a bit less confident. He indeed had swindled Leng Yan a lot¡­ But men need to save face, weakening at such a moment would mean never being able to stand tall again! So he crossed his face, ¡°It¡¯s just a company, a car, a villa. Do you have to be so petty? When you used my underwear in college, did I ever ask you to give them back?¡± Leng Yan was taken aback. He had never seen such shamelessness! Fuming, he rummaged through his luggage, pulled out two pairs of underwear, and threw them at Xu Jiayang¡¯s face. ¡°Here, I¡¯m paying you back with two pairs! Hmph!!¡± Xu Jiayang, ¡°¡­¡± You steal a pair of my new underwear, and now you return two worn ones, where¡¯s your shame! After the fight, their anger had mostly dissipated. Leng Yan began to pack up. The place was too small, with only one room, one bed, and neither willing to sleep on the couch. In the end, they split the bed half and half. At night, Xu Jiayang tossed and turned, unable to sleep. Staring blankly at the ceiling, he asked, ¡°Leng Yan, are you asleep?¡± There was no response. He waited a while, then continued, ¡°It¡¯s my fault that Chu Ying lost the child. I owe her that.¡± Leng Yan pulled the blanket over his head, covering himself tightly. The resentment inside him surged, Chu Ying had been a social butterfly at school, and whether the child was even his was uncertain, yet you foolishly took responsibility. S~ea??h the N?vel?ire.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Chapter 263 - 263 263 The Empress Game Black Hole Lives Up ?Chapter 263: Chapter 263: The Empress¡¯ Game Black Hole Lives Up to Its Name! Chapter 263: Chapter 263: The Empress¡¯ Game Black Hole Lives Up to Its Name! But he didn¡¯t say these words. There was no evidence. The incident had too great an impact; it could be said to be fatal. The set was besieged, and the shooting progress was forcibly halted. Xia Weibao rarely had a day off and cocooned herself at home playing games. However, the consequence of not having someone to lead¡­ was that¡­ Her King of Glory account was banned. Her PUBG account, too, was banned. Then, she went to play Rhythm Master and, in her excitement, poked her phone screen until it broke. Her Majesty the Empress, ¡°¡­¡± She looked up at a forty-five-degree angle towards the sky, indeed, heaven envies the talented. Certainly, it was because the heavens couldn¡¯t stand how amazing she was, and so they forbade her from playing. Unable to play games, she settled down to ponder over how to save ¡°Allure¡±. This incident was more serious than any before. It struck at the very foundation. The whole internet wanted the drama canceled; to say nothing of broadcasting it, continuing to shoot might be difficult. What could be done to raise the drama¡¯s visibility? The only thing she could think of was increasing her own fame, and then leverage the star effect to drive her fans to watch it. Just that, for the moment, she couldn¡¯t think of any way to boost her fame. After half an hour of thought, still fruitless. sea??h th§× NovelFire.net* website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. So, Her Majesty the Empress changed into a beautiful set of clothes and asked Ruan Shushu to go out shopping with her. Ruan Shushu was dejected from failing her college entrance exams, and it was just the right time to accompany her to take a breath of fresh air. The dazzling array of products on the streets made Her Majesty the Empress¡¯s head spin. Looking back, she realized it had been two or three months since she had crossed into this world. But she had been either busy filming or attending programs, hardly ever stopping. She had never truly experienced this strange world. It lacked the antiquity of the Great Xia Kingdom but had an added splendor and prosperity. Enough to make one¡¯s head dizzy. As she walked, she suddenly realized someone was missing behind her. Xia Weibao turned around and saw Ruan Shushu standing in front of a music store, gazing upwards blankly. Staring at the instruments inside, lost in thought. She walked over, following Ruan Shushu¡¯s gaze, and her pupils slightly contracted. The Solitary Zither! She had not expected to see a legendary zither in such an inconspicuous music store! The Solitary Zither came from a period much later than the Great Xia Kingdom, but this did not prevent her from knowing it was a fine instrument! After all, as a person from ancient times, she was more than adept with the guqin. Back when she roamed the Jianghu, she even infused her inner strength into the zither strings to kill with music! ¡°Before the college entrance exams, my mom said that if I got into Imperial City University, she would gift me a high-quality guqin,¡± Ruan Shushu¡¯s voice with a sob returned Xia Weibao to her senses. Turning her head, she saw Ruan Shushu¡¯s eyes reddened, her lips slightly trembling. She had been dreaming of it. She had thought her dream would soon become a reality, but unexpectedly¡­ The more she pondered, the sadder Ruan Shushu became, her eyes misting over. Xia Weibao pursed her lips and grabbed Ruan Shushu¡¯s hand, ¡°Let¡¯s go inside and have a look.¡± They had just entered when the shop owner greeted them with a smile. ¡°Ladies, may I help you with anything?¡± Xia Weibao pointed at the Solitary Zither, ¡°This zither, how much is it?¡± Ruan Shushu looked at Xia Weibao in astonishment, her eyes growing mistier. Weibao¡­ she wanted to give her the zither as a gift? A certain emotion surged inside her chest, a warm feeling. She tugged on Xia Weibao¡¯s hand, ¡°Weibao, it¡¯s not necessary, let¡¯s go.¡± That was a legendary zither, an antique that could be said to be priceless! The guqin her mother had promised to gift her was merely a fine guqin. As for a legendary zither like this one, it was unaffordable. Chapter 264 - 264 264 Troublemakers Have Arrived ?Chapter 264: Chapter 264 Troublemakers Have Arrived Chapter 264: Chapter 264 Troublemakers Have Arrived Xia Weibao looked at her with a mockingly playful smile, ¡°Who said I¡¯m buying it for you? I¡¯m buying it for myself.¡± Ruan Shushu¡¯s complexion stiffened and instantly flushed red. She was so embarrassed she could barely contain herself, almost ready to cry. Xia Weibao crooked her finger and tapped Ruan Shushu¡¯s forehead, ¡°Just kidding, it¡¯s for you.¡± This indulgent gesture made Ruan Shushu¡¯s heart beat faster. She bashfully lowered her head, feeling incredibly soothed. It was like her girlish heart was going to leap out of her chest. ¡°Shopkeeper, how much is it?¡± The shopkeeper¡¯s eyes flashed with shrewdness, then he put on a troubled expression, ¡°Ladies, the Solitary Zither is the treasure of our shop, and as for the price¡­¡± ¡°Just say it, how much?¡± Xia Weibao looked somewhat disdainful. This business gimmick couldn¡¯t even fool someone from ancient times. If it were truly the treasure of the shop, how could it possibly be up for sale at a regular price? The shopkeeper held up a finger. Xia Weibao¡¯s eyes widened, ¡°One million?¡± Damn expensive! But unexpectedly, the shopkeeper shook his head, ¡°Ten million.¡± Damn! This is robbery! Her Majesty the Empress felt like just taking it by force right there and then. A guqin for ten million? Could it be any more of a rip-off? When Ruan Shushu heard the price, her face changed color. ¡°Baby, forget it, let¡¯s not buy it.¡± Xia Weibao patted her hand comfortingly, ¡°It¡¯s okay.¡± Then she looked at the shopkeeper, ¡°Boss, can you make it a bit cheaper?¡± ¡°All our musical instruments have fixed prices and are non-negotiable. Moreover, the Solitary Zither is a famous antique zither, a unique piece in this world, so its price naturally cannot be compared to that of ordinary instruments. If you find it too expensive, you can take a look at the others; we have ones ranging from a few tens of thousands to several hundred thousand.¡± ¡°Baby, how about we buy a different one?¡± Ruan Shushu suggested cautiously, yet her eyes lingered on the Solitary Zither. Xia Weibao gritted her teeth, ¡°I want this one.¡± The million that Lu Hualiang lent her hadn¡¯t been returned yet, so she might as well use it to buy the zither. She¡¯d pay him back after she earned more money. ¡°Baby¡­¡± Ruan Shushu was moved but also felt guilty. Such an expensive zither¡­ Xia Weibao patted her shoulder, ¡°It¡¯s fine, I have money.¡± But her heart was bleeding. She didn¡¯t have any damn money! Since she came to this time, she hadn¡¯t earned a single cent. It had all been borrowed from Lu Hualiang. No problem, money can be earned. But the kindness Ruan Shushu showed by risking her life to save her was priceless; giving her a zither was the least she could do. The shopkeeper, hearing her decision, was delighted, ¡°Alright then, miss is indeed a connoisseur. I¡¯ll wrap it up for you right away.¡± S~ea??h the N??elFir§×.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. No sooner had he taken down the zither, a fair and slender hand suddenly extended, gently caressing the strings of the Solitary Zither. Admiration filled the eyes. It was a very pretty woman, dressed in a light pink skirt. With a rounded face, she looked adorably cute. Smiling, with two little dimples, added a few extra touches of charm. Her skin was fair, with a hint of Peach Blossom pink. She, like Ruan Shushu, had a loli appearance but carried a bit more elegance than Ruan Shushu. She must be the daughter of some wealthy family. Yan Yuexian caressed the Solitary Zither, the light in her eyes growing brighter. ¡°Shopkeeper, how much for this zither, I¡¯ll take it.¡± Xia Weibao¡¯s face darkened instantly. The shopkeeper also looked a bit troubled, ¡°Miss, this zither has already been sold.¡± Upon hearing this, Yan Yuexian¡¯s loli-like face immediately fell. She glanced at Ruan Shushu beside her with some disdain, her look suggesting she was seeing an ugly duckling. ¡°Her? The clothes she¡¯s wearing are only worth a few hundred bucks, right? The Solitary Zither is a famous heirloom. Can she even afford it looking so shabby?¡± Chapter 265 - 265 265 Comparing with Others Can Be ?Chapter 265: Chapter 265: Comparing with Others Can Be Infuriating Chapter 265: Chapter 265: Comparing with Others Can Be Infuriating Ruan Shushu¡¯s face was beet red. The outfit Yan Yuexian wore was obviously very expensive, and the accessories she had on were all designer brands. Compared to her, her own outfit indeed looked more shabby. In school, she had always been the favored daughter of heaven. Everyone said she had a bright future, fawned over her, and everywhere she went, she was met with eyes filled with envy. She had never suffered this kind of humiliation. Yan Yuexian¡¯s gaze made her feel utterly ashamed, and thinking about her failure in the college entrance exam only added a stinging sensation in her nose. Just as she was in her moment of embarrassment, Xia Weibao¡¯s voice, like a Celestial God arriving, saved her from the situation. ¡°The zither was bought by me. If you have the guts, come at me. Bullying a little girl, what kind of skill is that?¡± ¡°And who might you be?¡± As Yan Yuexian spoke, she looked disdainfully toward Xia Weibao standing beside her. Her pupils shrank sharply when her gaze fell on the skirt Xia was wearing! Yishui Embroidered Skirt! This Yishui Embroidered Skirt set was the main feature of this year¡¯s Paris Fashion Week, with only one set available worldwide! Last month she specially flew to Paris to watch Fashion Week, all for this very skirt! At first sight during the premiere, she fell in love with this ethereal and elegant embroidered skirt, and thought she was sure to get it. But to her dismay, she found that the skirt had been pre-ordered by someone else! Not only was the Yishui Embroidered Skirt pre-ordered, but the whole series was taken. It infuriated her so much that she couldn¡¯t eat for days! But anger aside, anyone who could pre-order an entire series at Paris Fashion Week had to be no ordinary person. Even her brother couldn¡¯t pre-order like that. So, after several days of stewing, she let it go. But now, to see it here unexpectedly¡­ Yan Xuanyue¡¯s gaze was too blatantly direct, staring at Xia Weibao¡¯s skirt as though she might rush up and tear it off at any second. Xia Weibao was visibly puzzled. What¡¯s this all about? Does the little beauty like her skirt? If so, just say it. Although she liked the dress too, if she could charm a beauty by giving away the dress, she was happy to do so. After all, she had many such dresses. Last month, Lu Hualiang had just bought her a big batch. Xia Weibao blinked, ¡°Do you want this skirt?¡± She was only asking out of kindness, but to Yan Yuexian¡¯s ears, it was another matter. The very skirt she coveted was being worn by another woman, and not to mention, it looked good on her! It was just like a dagger thrusting into her heart! Yan Yuexian¡¯s face turned cold, ¡°Who are you?¡± S§×arch* The Nov§×l?ire.n(e)t website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Wearing a mask and sunglasses, she must be ugly and afraid to show her face. Thinking this way made Yan Yuexian feel slightly better. No matter how beautiful the dress, if one is that ugly. Ruan Shushu stared at Yan Yuexian for a while, finally remembering who she was. Her face changed instantly, and she quickly took small steps towards Xia Weibao, tugging gently at her sleeve. ¡°Baby, let¡¯s go. We don¡¯t need the Solitary Zither.¡± This woman, they couldn¡¯t afford to offend. Xia Weibao was puzzled, ¡°Why should we go? The zither is mine.¡± Yan Yuexian frowned, Baby? ¡°Are you Xia Weibao?!¡± Her voice suddenly rose. That¡¯s right, no wonder the country bumpkin looked somewhat familiar; wasn¡¯t that Xia Weibao¡¯s assistant Ruan Shushu next to her! Well, stealing her cousin¡¯s man, snatching her Yishui Embroidered Skirt, smashing her garden, and now even trying to take her zither! ¡°You know me?¡± Xia Weibao adjusted her sunglasses, she was disguised quite well, how could she have been recognized. Yan Yuexian snorted coldly, looking at people as though through her nostrils. Chapter 266 - 266 266 The Empress is Being Kept by Director ?Chapter 266: Chapter 266: The Empress is Being Kept by Director Lu Chapter 266: Chapter 266: The Empress is Being Kept by Director Lu ¡°How could anyone not recognize her, the number one bitch in the entertainment industry, the most infamous mistress in Huaxia Country, who doesn¡¯t know her. Xia Weibao, you really are shameless, being a mistress, didn¡¯t your mom teach you what shame is? Almost forgot, you¡¯re just an orphan who has a birth mother but no one to raise you¡­¡± Smack! Yan Yuexian hadn¡¯t finished speaking when an enraged Ruan Shushu rushed up to her and slapped her across the face. It knocked Yan Yuexian silly. When she came to her senses, her expression turned sinister, and she raised her hand to slap Ruan Shushu¡¯s face. ¡°You slut, you dare to hit me!¡± Just as her hand was about to strike Ruan Shushu¡¯s face, her wrist was seized by a hand as white as snow. Xia Weibao pulled off her sunglasses and mask, since her identity had been recognized, there was no need to disguise herself anymore. The moment they saw her face, a flash of astonishment appeared in Yan Yuexian¡¯s eyes. Then she felt extremely aggrieved. How can there be someone so beautiful in this world, why isn¡¯t this face on her? She tried to pull her hand back but discovered that Xia Weibao, who appeared frail, was actually quite strong; she couldn¡¯t pull away. Xia Weibao¡¯s eyes slowly narrowed, ¡°What, wanted to hit my person?¡± Yan Yuexian struggled, but still couldn¡¯t move, which only made her more furious, ¡°What are you waiting for, hit her for me!¡± She had just returned to the country today, and her brother was too busy to pick her up at the airport, so he sent two bodyguards instead. Good timing¡ªthey could be of use now! Yan Yuexian¡¯s eyes turned ruthless, thinking that after the bodyguards subdued Xia Weibao, she would scratch this pretty face! The two bodyguards, seeing their young mistress being bullied, immediately charged forward. Brawny and clad in black, they looked fierce and intimidating. Ruan Shushu turned pale with fear, trembling as she tugged on Xia Weibao¡¯s sleeve. ¡°Baby, let¡¯s run!¡± Xia Weibao didn¡¯t bother with her and shrugged off Yan Yuexian¡¯s hand. Then, stepping forward, she kicked one of the bodyguards in the chest, sending him flying back two meters! Spinning around with a heel kick, her foot struck the knee of the other bodyguard, who immediately fell to one knee, sweating profusely from the pain. Yan Yuexian had just been pushed by Xia Weibao into a nearby table and was stabilizing herself when she realized both her bodyguards had been dealt with. S§×arch* The N?vel(F)ire.n§×t website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. ¡°What about it, still want to hit me?¡± ¡°You¡­¡± Yan Yuexian was beside herself with anger, but she didn¡¯t dare retort. What a joke, she couldn¡¯t even beat the bodyguards, how could she, a fragile woman, dare to! Xia Weibao scoffed coldly, ¡°Before you accuse others of lacking manners, perhaps you should examine your own first.¡± With that said, she no longer paid any attention to Yan Yuexian. If they continued, she would probably start crying on the spot, and Xia Weibao hated it most when girls cried¡ªit was tough to handle. ¡°Baby, you¡¯re so amazing.¡± Ruan Shushu stepped forward, her eyes nearly turning into stars with adoration. Her Baby was just too cool! It was a pity she hadn¡¯t recorded a video. Xia Weibao fondly patted her head, then looked around. ¡°Shop owner, wrap up the Solitary Zither for me.¡± The shopkeeper, who had been hiding under the table, quickly crawled out, ¡°Right¡­ right away.¡± Is this the Xia Weibao who¡¯s been badmouthed to the ends of the internet? Damn, she¡¯s fierce! ¡°Wait,¡± Yan Yuexian regained her haughtiness, ¡°I¡¯ll pay double the price, the Solitary Zither is mine.¡± She said this, then provocatively glanced at Xia Weibao. As if saying, dare to compete with me. She¡¯s just a mistress maintained by Lu Hualiang; surely, he wouldn¡¯t go against the Presidential Mansion for her. In Yan Yuexian¡¯s eyes, someone with Xia Weibao¡¯s status could never become the Young Madam of the Lu Family and live in Lu Garden; she must be kept as a mistress. Chapter 267 - 267 267 Director Lu Your Wife Is Being Bullied ?Chapter 267: Chapter 267: Director Lu, Your Wife Is Being Bullied Chapter 267: Chapter 267: Director Lu, Your Wife Is Being Bullied So she was even more fearless. The shopkeeper seemed troubled, ¡°This¡­¡± Yan Yuexian smiled, ¡°Shopkeeper, opening a shop is all about making money. Who cares who you sell to?¡± Xia Weibao¡¯s face turned cold. She had only ten million now, and if the price went up, she definitely couldn¡¯t outbid her. Therefore, she turned to the shopkeeper, ¡°Shopkeeper, business is all about integrity. Surely you don¡¯t intend to go back on your word?¡± Yan Yuexian¡¯s expression was proud, ¡°Have you paid?¡± Xia Weibao replied, ¡°Not yet.¡± ¡°Since you haven¡¯t paid, how can I be going back on my word?¡± With that, she slapped a card down onto the table, ¡°Twenty million. I¡¯m taking this zither.¡± The shopkeeper was even more troubled, ¡°Miss, the Solitary Zither was indeed her first purchase. Why don¡¯t you look at the others? Our shop has many zithers¡­¡± Although the doubled price was very tempting, doing business meant valuing trust. And after all, there were fixed prices that couldn¡¯t be haphazardly changed. These principles still had to be upheld. Yan Yuexian¡¯s face froze as if she had been slapped, suddenly looking ugly. ¡°Thirty million!¡± She just didn¡¯t believe that there was anything in this world that money couldn¡¯t do! The shopkeeper was somewhat anxious, ¡°I¡¯m truly sorry¡­¡± Even a tripled price didn¡¯t tempt him, causing Yan Yuexian¡¯s eyes to bulge with shock. Glancing at the smug look on Ruan Shushu¡¯s face enraged her even more. ¡°You all wait and see!¡± With that, she took out her phone and stepped aside to make a call. President Yan Fei of Huaxia Country had just finished meeting with an important congressman and returned to his office when he received Yan Yuexian¡¯s call. A doting smile flickered at the corner of his mouth, ¡°Yuexian, have you arrived home?¡± ¡°Brother, I¡¯ve been bullied.¡± Yan Fei¡¯s smile remained, ¡°Oh? It would be good enough if you weren¡¯t bullying others.¡± ¡°It¡¯s true. I just returned to the country today; I don¡¯t know anyone, so how could I possibly bully someone?¡± ¡°Then who¡¯s bullying you?¡± ¡°It¡¯s Xia Weibao. I wanted to buy a famous heirloom zither, but Xia Weibao tried to snatch it from me. Brother, she¡¯s too much!¡± Upon hearing the name Xia Weibao, Yan Fei¡¯s pupils shrank. Why was it this woman again? ¡°Why would she want to snatch your zither?¡± ¡°How would I know?¡± Yan Yuexian said petulantly. ¡°It was clearly I who found it first, but as soon as she came in, she said she wanted to buy it. Then she pressured the shopkeeper with three times the price. That¡¯s too much! Not only did she snatch my cousin¡¯s fianc¨¦, but now she also wants to snatch my Solitary Zither. I don¡¯t care; you must help me.¡± Yan Fei pinched the bridge of his nose, ¡°Alright, I¡¯ll speak to the shopkeeper. Which store are you at?¡± After hanging up the phone, Yan Yuexian returned with a triumphant look on her face. Her gaze seemed like she was looking at an ant that¡¯s overestimating itself. Just as the shopkeeper was about to process Xia Weibao¡¯s payment, suddenly, he received a phone call. Afterwards, his expression completely changed, and he respectfully finished the call. The shopkeeper then looked at Xia Weibao with difficulty. ¡°Miss Xia, I¡¯m terribly sorry¡­¡± They were just ordinary businessmen, unable to offend the president of a country¡­ ¡°Heh, I told you so, the Solitary Zither is mine! Aren¡¯t you leaving yet, mistress!¡± Yan Yuexian¡¯s gloating was unbearable to witness. Xia Weibao¡¯s eyes narrowed slightly. She had just offered three times the price, yet the shopkeeper wouldn¡¯t change his stance. Now, a single phone call changed everything; there must be someone applying pressure. Who could that person be? Yan Yuexian was still basking in self-satisfaction. Hmph, as if someone like her would dare to compete with me. Doesn¡¯t she know who I am? ¡°You¡¯re making a fool of yourself thinking you can compete with me. You¡¯re courting death!¡± Xia Weibao gave her a disdainful look. S~ea??h the N?velFire(.)net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. She didn¡¯t say a word. Just as she was figuring out what to do, the shopkeeper¡¯s phone rang again. Chapter 268 - 268 268 Director Lu Someone is Trying to Steal ?Chapter 268: Chapter 268: Director Lu, Someone is Trying to Steal Your Wife Chapter 268: Chapter 268: Director Lu, Someone is Trying to Steal Your Wife ¡°I am Lu Hualiang, I heard my wife was buying a zither from your store?¡± Upon hearing the name Lu Hualiang, the shopkeeper was nearly scared to death! What day was it today? First, the President and now Director Lu, two of the three great titans of Huaxia had phoned his little store; it was too much honor for him to bear. The shopkeeper wiped his sweat and said respectfully, ¡°May I ask which lady is your wife, Director Lu ¡­¡± ¡°Xia Weibao.¡± The shopkeeper felt as if he had been struck by a bolt from the blue! What? Xia Weibao was the Young Madam of the Lu Family? Goodness, he seemed to have stumbled upon some big secret! However, he only dared to exclaim in his heart, for the personal affairs of such high-profile individuals were not something a mere shopkeeper could meddle in. Following that, the shopkeeper wished he could die. One was the President¡¯s sister, and the other was the Young Madam of the Lu Family, to whom should he sell the zither? He could ill-afford to offend either party! ¡°If my wife has been slighted today, your store might as well close down.¡± Lu Hualiang left him with those chilling words before hanging up. As for how he found out about Xia Weibao buying a zither. That was all thanks to Yang Li. Today, as Yang Jian returned, to prevent his foolish younger brother from continuing to seek death, Yang Li took a half-day off work specifically to pick him up. Then he took the opportunity to teach his foolish brother some principles of survival. Lest he be dispatched to some borderland as soon as he reported back to the company. Passing by the musical instrument store, he happened to see Xia Weibao and Yan Yuexian confronting each other. Eunuch Yang¡­ ah, that¡¯s not right, Eunuch Yang¡­ pah! Special Assistant Yang was more clued in, instantly guessing the ins and outs of the situation. Such an excellent opportunity to flatter his superiors was not to be missed. So a phone call to the CEO¡¯s office later, and his bonus for the month was doubled! At the musical instrument store, the shopkeeper held the phone, glanced at Xia Weibao, and then at Yan Yuexian. For the first time, he realized that running a store could be life-threatening! The situation was too big for him to handle on his own. So he hurriedly made a call to headquarters, asking for the boss to come over. His boss carried great influence and status; surely he could handle it, right? An hour later, an elderly man who had lived past the age of seventy stepped in with a strong and steady gait. His hair was gray, his eyes kind, and his presence full of vitality. Xia Weibao raised an eyebrow; the old man was well-preserved. She had observed the modern people, who generally had some health problems at this age, especially those so-called ¡®three highs.¡¯ Yet this gentleman looked hale and hearty, nimble in movement, surely one who kept up with square dancing! He had the air of a grandmaster. Upon entering, the old man¡¯s gaze was first drawn to Xia Weibao, lingering for a moment. The girl was quite attractive and matched the appearance of his younger self. As for Yan Yuexian and Ruan Shushu, he disregarded them completely. ¡°What¡¯s going on.¡± The old man looked at the shopkeeper, his voice strong and resonant. The shopkeeper approached with great respect, looking distressed, ¡°Boss, both of these young ladies want to buy the Solitary Zither.¡± Then he whispered a few words into the old man¡¯s ear. The old man¡¯s brows twitched, and he looked at Xia Weibao with a face full of regret. Married? sea??h th§× Novel?ire(.)ne*t website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. What a pity; he had thought about coaxing her into becoming his granddaughter-in-law. She was so beautiful and had such an elegant demeanor. Alas, it was a shame. ¡°The young Lu lad has good taste.¡± The old man huffed, that clever boy, he had actually eloped with the granddaughter-in-law he had set his sights on! This comment left Xia Weibao somewhat baffled. She tilted her head; the young Lu lad, could it be Lu Hualiang? It shouldn¡¯t be, as others didn¡¯t know about her relationship with Lu Hualiang. Besides, there were plenty of people with the surname Lu in Huaxia Country; perhaps she was overthinking it.