Chapter 4
Jiāng Family.
As the daughter of the biggest investor behind 'Troublesome Siblings', the doted heiress Jiāng Zhiyu sat on the sofa, looking at the hot searches on the Internet, and found that the discussion about this program wasn't about her at all. Her expression wasn't great.
At this moment.
Footsteps sounded behind her.
The man in a suit walked down the stairs, completely ignoring her and was about to walk out.
"Elder Brother!" Jiāng Zhiyu called out to the man. She threw her phone aside and said, "Are you going out? I'm going to the beauty salon, you can take me!"
Although Jiāng Fengzhi stopped, he didn't agree. Instead he asked, "Now? Didn't you do skin care treatment the day before yesterday?"
"I have arranged some medical beauty treatments. I have to face my fans in the best condition and must not lose to Gu Qi." Jiāng Zhiyu responded. Then she picked up the mirror she always kept at her side and opened it to appreciate and study her face.
She had always cared about her appearance. From childhood to adulthood, all her friends around her complimented her face and there had never been a shortage of suitors.
Later, she smoothly became an influencer. Her beautiful face and piles of luxury bags attracted countless fans.
Until recently, she played a country-ruining enchantress in a big-budget movie. However, the reviews were mediocre and her transformation into an actress wasn't very successful.
Out of the blue, the netizens didn’t accept it.
[Jiāng Zhiyu's face is still too plain. Only a fool would choose that face over the empire]
[I used to think she was beautiful, but not on the big screen. There is indeed a gap between influencer and actors]
[Just make do. A country ruining enchantress must be a top beauty. There are really no suitable young actresses of the same age in the entertainment industry]
[Not necessarily. I think Gu Qi suits. Her face is convincing]
…
I didn't expect that she would be on the same variety show with Gu Qi so soon. Jiāng Zhiyu secretly decided in her heart that she must not be outdone by her in the same frame.
"What is there to compare?" Jiāng Fengzhi’s face was indifferent while he spoke somewhat mockingly: "Has anyone said that you are prettier than her in these years?"
Irked, Jiāng Zhiyu slapped the mirror on the sofa, stood up, and fumed: "Jiāng Fengzhi! What do you mean?!"
"Exactly what it means." Jiāng Fengzhi leaned over, took the mirror on the sofa and played with it, aimed the mirror at the expensive diamond necklace in the cabinet behind him, and then turned to the glass window and said: "Jiāng Zhiyu, you and her are not the same kind of people. There is no need to fight for victory or defeat in such meaningless things. Don't embarrass the family. That’s better than anything else. Remember what you promised Father. Come back early to marry after having fun in the entertainment industry. That is your true value."
After Jiāng Fengzhi said this, he put the mirror back in her hand and turned to walk out of the house.
Watching Jiāng Fengzhi's back as he left, Jiāng Zhiyu sneered. She smashed the mirror on the ground, gnashed her teeth, and cursed: "Asshole."
They were twins from the same mother. He was just born a few minutes earlier. Why did he want to control her life?
How could her value be just political marriage? To please those wealthy families of the same level so that he could hold power? Dream on!
But he was right about one thing.
She didn't need to care so much about the online reviews. How could someone like Gu Qi be compared to her?
A small family like the Jiang Family was now barely considered prosperous. That couple relied on the leftovers behind her father over the years like dogs.
She was the eldest heiress of the Jiāng Family. Gu Qi's parents used to be her parents' dogs, so Gu Qi and her brother Jiang Lechuan should be the same, rightfully following her and begging for mercy.
It was like this in the past. Naturally there will be no change now.
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The discussion of 'Troublesome Siblings' had been soaring online. The production team kept it simple and took advantage of the popularity to schedule the first episode recording on the third day after the official announcement.
Gu Qi no longer paid attention to these online comments. Instead, she went to the gym.
Since she entered the entertainment industry, she had always had the habit of keeping fit. Although her body looked thin because of her skeleton frame, she got some strength in her shoulders and back.
In addition, she had the habit of practicing boxing and swimming. She constantly learned skills that could ‘protect herself’. It made Gu Qi feel more secure.
Gu Qi didn't have many friends. When she was in a bad mood, she often chose to go to the gym alone to vent and sweat it out.
She didn't know whether it was right or wrong to be on this show with Jiang Lechuan. But as the system said, this was the main plot that couldn’t be avoided.
It was just...
From being with Jiang Lechuan alone to being with four people, it was different.
Soon it was the day of recording.
In the morning, the car that came to pick up Gu Qi arrived on time. On the way to the recording location, the staff of the production team informed her that the recording format of the program would be changed from recorded broadcast to live broadcast.
Gu Qi didn't care about such details, just nodded to show that she understood, and got into the car.
And at this moment.
In the villa area of the recording location, the camera was set up and the live broadcast had already started.
The first to arrive was the female idol group’s Ning Xiwei, who was also an idol who debuted in the talent show around the same time as him. She also got the center position.
So although the two didn't interact openly, they were still pulled together by many fans as ‘Double C’ and have a certain number of CP fans.
Ning Xiwei had always hoped to become a popular CP with Jiang Lechuan. Although she may be scolded in the early stage, it didn't matter.
Jiang Lechuan will have a real girlfriend sooner or later. At that time, all CP fans will turn into her solo fans.
This was a long-term investment. When the day comes to close the net, a piece of fat meat can be taken from Jiang Lechuan.
So when she learned that Jiang Lechuan was going to participate in this program, Ning Xiwei immediately stated that she would participate.
Ning Xiwei's team didn't support it. Although the investors of this variety show seemed to be financially strong, insiders actually knew that it was invested by a big boss to promote his daughter. The other guests were destined to be accompanying decorations.
Ning Xiwei insisted on coming.
In her opinion, it was no longer the era of ‘solo lead theory’. The popular TV series may not explode because of the male and female lead, and the popularity of the variety show may not be the person that the capital wanted to promote.
When she got off the car, Ning Xiwei had adjusted to her best state to face the camera, waving in the direction of the camera with full energy and showing a sweet and lovely smile: "Hello everyone, I am Xiaoxi. The sunny weather is so good today, just like my thoughts for you all!"
Sure enough, the fans gobbled this up.
[The sweetest girl in the domestic entertainment industry! Top energetic girl! ]
[Wow, so cute, Xiaoxi! Mommy's baby daughter! ]
[Baby, have fun! ]
Ning Xiwei, wearing a pink dress, was the first to enter the villa and sat on the sofa. Her face showed nervousness and anticipation.
Heaven gave her a lot of face.
The second person to appear was Jiang Lechuan, whom she was most looking forward to. He walked in with a gloomy face, dragging his luggage. He had always been a person who couldn't hide his emotion.
[Who is Jiang Lechuan showing his long face to?]
[I'm here to watch variety shows, not to watch celebrities show their long faces]
But because he had numerous fans, these few sporadic complaints were quickly covered up by the crazy rainbowlicking of fans.
[Jiang Lechuan! This face is Nuwa’s masterpiece no matter how you look at it!]
[I recommend using your face to bully the world! ]
[From the moment I saw Jiang Lechuan, I only used scissors when playing rock-paper-sister, because Jiang Lechuan is my fist cloth [Note 1]]
Ning Xiwei quickly stood up, took the initiative to greet him, and sweetly called: "Senior! Long time no see!"
[Ahhh my double C]
[Sniff sniff Mommy, the CP I made rumors about actually appeared in the same frame! ]
Long time no see?
Jiang Lechuan stared at Ning Xiwei for a long time, but there was really no such person in his mind. So he directly asked: "Who are you?"
Ning Xiwei's smile froze on her face. She couldn’t believe that Jiang Lechuan didn't recognize her.
[No, what is Jiang Lechuan doing? He doesn't know the C position of his junior sister group in the same company? ]
[Is this true or not? He must be acting.]
Jiang Lechuan's fans immediately came out to explain.
[No, no, no! He is just a little face blind! It takes him a long time to remember a face. He really didn't mean it! ]
[During the talent show recording, Jiang Lechuan went to another group to train for half an hour and got kicked out because he couldn't recognize his teammates' faces. I won't tell you who laughed so hard that he fell into a pit ]
Though a little embarrassed, Ning Xiwei immediately introduced herself: "I am Ning Xiwei, we are from the same company. I think Senior's dance is brilliant and want to learn from you if I have the chance."
"What do you want to learn from me?" Jiang Lechuan was puzzled when he heard this and responded, "I can't dance girl group dance, so I can't teach you."
Ning Xiwei finally could no longer hold it. Her face turned pale.
And Jiang Lechuan didn't have any intention to chit chat with her. He plopped on the sofa on the side, looking toward the door from time to time while waiting for the arrival of other guests.
During the period, Ning Xiwei tried to take the initiative to talk twice, but all ended in failure.
[Feck, this atmosphere is really amazing ]
[Jiang Lechuan... dead straight man is destined to be alone! ]
[Jiang Lechuan is too much. Does he want to make it awkward for Xiaoxi? ]
[I suddenly feel that Jiang Lechuan is Gu Qi's younger brother. When they look angry, they look exactly the same...]
[Damn! I was wondering why he looked so familiar. Jiang Lechuan really looks a bit like Gu Qi now! ]
[Feck it! I bet Gu Qi and Jiang Lechuan are from the same family! I'll take it! ]
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At this moment, at the entrance of the villa.
Gu Qi's car stopped at the end of the red carpet. Unfortunately, another car drove over from the opposite side at the same time.
A bad premonition popped up in her heart.
Sure enough, Jiāng Zhiyu got out of that car.
What's more, the dresses they were wearing were a bit similar.
Both were black suspender dresses, without too many gorgeous designs, and were mainly simple and elegant.
Jiāng Zhiyu was stunned for a moment, but seemed not to notice it. She clenched the milk tea in her hand and smilingly took the initiative to say hello: "Xiaoqi~"
In the car Jiāng Zhiyu was in, a man in a light-colored suit followed without suspense.
Jiāng Zhiyu turned around and called, "Elder Brother! Xiaoqi is here too!"
Jiāng Fengzhi followed behind Jiāng Zhiyu. He always had a gentle and easy-going smile on his face. If someone saw him for the first time, they would definitely feel like they were immersed in the spring breeze.
But Gu Qi wouldn’t be deceived by this appearance.
Her hands hanging down by her side unconsciously clenched. She felt a little irritated.
Jiāng Fengzhi was the male lead of this novel. The root cause of the tragic ending of her and her younger brother in the original plot.
Jiāng Zhiyu's mind spun.
She suddenly trotted toward Gu Qi, stretched out her hands to hug her, and the milk tea in her hand was poured on Gu Qi.
"Sorry! I didn't mean to! I forgot that I had milk tea in my hand!" Jiāng Zhiyu showed panic on his face and immediately said, "There are many dresses in my suitcase. In a bit, you can choose one later okay? Just consider it as my compensation."
Gu Qi knew that Jiāng Zhiyu did it on purpose.
This wasn't the first time that this had happened. Jiāng Zhiyu always liked to embarrass her in this way.
But now was different from the past.
There was no reason to swallow her anger.
Gu Qi looked at Jiāng Zhiyu and asked thoughtfully: "Can I choose any one of them?"
Jiāng Zhiyu didn't catch on to what she wanted to do, but still answered: "Of course."
What she didn’t lack the most was money. She didn't care about these things that could be bought with money.
She would find it very interesting to humiliate Gu Qi with these things.
But the next second, Jiāng Zhiyu's smile froze on her face.
Because Gu Qi took the milk tea in Jiāng Zhiyu's hand and poured it on her without any hesitation.
nice lmao
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